frequently asked questions
Where do you meet each week?
We meet at different outdoor locations each week in the surrounding area of each class. We try to keep the locations between 5 and 20 minutes away. However, there are a handful of locations during the school year that will be a longer drive. The places we go range from open space preserves, forest preserves, parks, gardens, farms, and beaches. Each parent will receive an information guide with driving directions to each location.

What do you do when it rains?
We have a handful of indoor locations that we reserve for rainy days. Parents are notified by e-mail and the phone hotline gives detailed instructions for those days. Even though it seems like it might be raining all winter, we have never had more than 4 indoor days for a given class!

What is a typical day at Tiny Treks?
We begin each class with an introductory activity. We then move to circle time where we sing songs and get warmed up for the day. We then go on a hike exploring the special things that each location has to offer. During the hike we will usually find a place to do story time with a healthy snack. We have down time from the hike with either nature related crafts, music and movement and/or games. Although each destination makes for a different day, there is continuity throughout the year through our curriculum and structure. We end each class with a closing circle.

If I can't make my day can I attend another class?
Absolutely! We know everyone has a busy schedule and we try to be flexible and accommodate our families as much as possible.

Can I attend the family class with only one child?
Yes! The family class has multiple ages and is a great fit for families with one child and families with two or more children.

Can I bring a baby sibling?
Yes. We are a very family friendly program. We even spell out in our information guide stroller accessible locations for baby toting parents.

Are there any weeks off?
We try to follow the school calendar of each main location. This includes Thanksgiving week, winter break, ski week, and spring break.

I know in a traditional parent participation program my child will be exposed to colors, the alphabet, etc. Are they exposed to these things in Tiny Treks?
Our curriculum has been carefully developed over the years to intertwine basic learning with nature. We feel that there is no better exposure to the building blocks of language, science, music, art and exploration than in a vibrant natural setting.

Do you host parties for children?
Yes, we have several wonderful nature theme parties to choose from. All parties are led by trained Tiny Treks staff. See the party page for more information.

I have even more questions than answered here. Is there anyone I can talk to?
Of course! Feel free at any time to call the program director, Pam Worth, at (650)722-0059 or e-mail her at pam@tinytreks.com.

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