Rooted in Nature,
Guided by Wonder.
Outdoor nature experiences for young children in Marin County.
Small groups. Real exploration. Mud, movement, discovery, and plenty of time to simply be a child.
Nature Play Days • Seasonal Camps
At Snails & Turkey Tails we believe childhood belongs outdoors.
Children need time to run, climb, dig, imagine, wonder, and discover. Young children learn through play, nature, movement, creativity, and real experiences outdoors.
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NATURE
PLAY DAYS
Ages 18 months–6 years
Caregiver + child outdoor play and exploration.
SEASONAL
CAMPS
Ages 3–6 years
Small-group outdoor adventures during school breaks.
CHILDHOOD BELONGS OUTDOORS
Children are capable, curious learners. At Snails & Turkey Tails, children have the time and freedom to follow their curiosity, take reasonable risks, get messy, build relationships, and discover the natural world through real experiences. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, we see the environment as an important part of children's learning—and nature as one of the richest environments of all.
WAYS TO PLAY OUTSIDE
Ages 18 months - 6 years
Come play outside! A relaxed outdoor experience for young children and their caregivers, with open-ended opportunities to climb, dig, build, explore, get messy, and follow their curiosity.
FALL NATURE CAMP
November 23–25
A small-group outdoor adventure at China Camp State Park for young children ages 3–6.
$395 • 10AM - 2PM
MORE CAMPS
Winter • Midwinter • Spring • Summer
Small groups • Experienced early childhood educators • Outdoor all-weather play • Nature exploration
"Enrolling at Snails & Turkey Tails was one of the best decisions we've made. Every day feels like a childhood adventure—climbing logs, searching for bugs, making friends, and exploring the natural world. The joy, confidence, and resilience we've seen grow in our child has been incredible.This program is truly something special."
— Parent of a 3-Year-Old