Toddlers and caregivers

Forest Tots

A play-based, sensory-rich experience in nature for toddlers ages 12–30 months and their caregivers.

Lenoir Preserve · 19 Dudley Street, Yonkers

Wonder grows here:
explore nature together

Choose how you’ll join us

Meet us in the forest

Tuesdays, September 22–November 24 · 10:00–11:15 am

Full series

10 weekly sessions

Dates
September 22 & 29; October 6, 13, 20 & 27; November 3, 10, 17 & 24
Time
10:00–11:15 am · $350

Single session

A flexible first visit

Dates
Choose one available Tuesday
Time
10:00–11:15 am · $40

Scholarships available.

A toddler exploring a basket of natural materials outdoors

What to expect

Hands-on wonder, together.

Play-based, sensory-rich outdoor experiences are designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

  • Hands-on, nature-focused activities and free play prompted by thoughtful invitations to explore
  • Short circle time with seasonal songs and finger plays
  • Opportunities for parent–child bonding and sensory development in a natural setting

Small hands, big discoveries.

A morning at Forest Tots

Room to discover and connect

Explore freely

Follow thoughtful invitations into seasonal, sensory-rich play.

Gather together

Share songs, finger plays, and a short circle with new friends.

Deepen your bond

Make space for connection between caregiver, child, and nature.

Your guide in the forest

Meet Hannah Van Dolsen

Forest Tots is led by Hannah Van Dolsen, former forest school teacher (Little Leaf). Hannah has her own little one, Dimitri, and is passionate about raising him and all young ones in deep connection with nature.

Hannah Van Dolsen outdoors with her child Dimitri
When
Tuesdays, September 22–November 24 · 10:00–11:15 am
Where
Lenoir Preserve · 19 Dudley Street, Yonkers
Cost
$350 for the series (10 sessions) · $40 for individual sessions

Let wonder lead the way

Ready to explore?

Choose the full series or join us for one Forest Tots session.