a life where your kids are confident, happy, & healthy from spending more time outside.
where they look at trees instead of screens & they gain an understanding of our worldly rhythms.
a place where kids of all ages can be themselves & gather to learn & encourage each other without the pressure of schedules & tests!
What is Barefoot University?
Our communities meet each week for forest school activities and nature exploration that align with our yearly Rhythm. Our weekly activities teach nature-based sciences and outdoor skills. Our focus may be nature, but activities expand to cover art, citizenship, local history, math, science, life skills, physical education, critical thinking, and more! Our communities also do field trips and community service projects throughout the year that often align with our activity themes.
Leaders help facilitate the meet-ups, but parents are their child‘s teachers! It’s important for parents to know what the activity is beforehand in case your children need additional instructions or you want to take the activity deeper.
If you’re looking for a group that makes everyone sit in a circle and learn a lesson, BU may not be for you. We encourage participation, but we also encourage free play and exploration!
Bruce was nominated by his leaders for being a Barefooter that is a willing and excited Barefooter who puts his heart into what is before him! Way to go Bruce!
Here’s what his leaders said about him, “Bruce is always eager to volunteer. Puts all his heart and soul into reading our stories, complete with different voices for the different characters. Beyond that he is always excited for each challenge that comes his way.”
We couldn’t be more excited to nominate him as Barefooter of the Month. Your Four Oaks group is a more uplifted and soulful place having you as part of their community!