Our vision is a world where everyone has access to time in nature and the benefits it brings.

Our mission is to foster a deep and lasting connection to nature and community through exploration, education, and play. 


Red Oaks is featured in the In Our Nature documentary

Join us for an exclusive viewing of this stunning look at the way people are helping to heal and bridge divides in their community through shared experiences in nature. Check out the links for more info.

Chicago premiere party - July 17th at the Gene Siskel Theatre - Get your tickets here
Lexington premiere party - July 24th at the Historic Lyric Theatre - Get your tickets here

100% of proceeds from the Lexington premiere benefit Red Oaks Forest School and KAEE (Kentucky Association of Environmental Education)


Red Oaks short film premiers in 2019

Enjoy this short film which dives into the heart of our work and mission.

 

Check out this Ted-x Talk featuring executive Director Tina Brouwer!

Tina shares her experience about the healing power of nature and how it helped to found Red Oaks Forest School.

Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.
— Frank Lloyd Wright
Explore our website to find out all about our mission, our values, our programming, and how you make nature immersion a part of your lifestyle.

Explore our website to find out all about our mission, our values, our programming, and how you make nature immersion a part of your lifestyle.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up-to-date on all we are doing to make sure all kids have access to nature-based play and quality environmental education.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up-to-date on all we are doing to make sure all kids have access to nature-based play and quality environmental education.

Letting kids explore their world in their own way is critical for them to take ownership of the environment in the future. Learn more here.

Go here to see an overview of our offerings by location, financial investment, age, drop-off, and more! Use menu tab to explore Forest School and Community Connections programs.

Join us as in our work to bring all people closer to nature. Support our mission through membership, purchasing merchandise in our online store or donating. More info on our Donate page.

Join us as in our work to bring all people closer to nature. Support our mission through membership, purchasing merchandise in our online store, or donating. More info on our Donate page.

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