The Little Explorers Camp is a joyful introduction to adventure for our youngest participants—designed for curious kids who love to explore, create, and move. This three-day-a-week program blends outdoor discovery, creative expression, and playful movement, offering an engaging way for children to connect with nature and their surroundings at a comfortable, age-appropriate pace.

Each week begins and ends at Rifugio Litchfield Hills, a dynamic New England recreation hub that blends creativity and adventure. Mondays and Fridays invite children to explore through movement, art, and imagination in the open spaces surrounding the Rifugio. Midweek, on Wednesdays, the group ventures to the White Memorial Conservation Center, where campers experience the sights, sounds, and textures of the natural world through hands-on exploration.

Led by KC&E’s experienced instructors, each session encourages curiosity, confidence, and creativity in a warm and supportive environment.

Program Elements

Creative Expression & Movement (Mondays & Fridays at Rifugio)

• Art and craft projects using natural materials like leaves, stones, and twigs

• Storytelling, music, and imaginative play that spark creativity and joy

• Balance bike sessions and simple obstacle courses (no prior experience needed)

• Active games and outdoor play that develop coordination and balance

Nature Discovery (Wednesdays at White Memorial)

• Gentle sensory walks through meadows and forest paths

• Observing plants, insects, and wildlife in their natural settings

• Simple scavenger hunts and outdoor exploration games

• Opportunities to connect with the rhythms of the natural world

The Little Explorers Camp is all about discovery at the pace of a 3- to 6-year-old—nurturing curiosity, creativity, and confidence through movement, nature, and play.