Join us for our First Annual Holiday Toy Swap, a community-centered event designed to help families refresh their toy collections sustainably—while giving back during the season of generosity. Enjoy a festive atmosphere complete with baked goods for sale, including holiday cookie assortments, sourdough sweets, and Grandma’s artisan baked treats that you won’t want to miss.

Outdoor learning and adventures continue year-round with Ocean State Kids and with the right layers and strategies, families can thrive in every season. Rhode Island’s coastal weather can change quickly — from crisp dry mornings to blustery, wet conditions — so proper gear is key for warmth, comfort, and most importantly the joy and desire to be outdoors.

After eight years as a public school special education teacher, Alex made the courageous decision to step away from the traditional classroom to create something more meaningful — for herself, her daughter, and the next generation of learners. She is now leading the new Forest Ferns Co-op, a preschool homeschool program rooted in nature-based education, all while taking her Outdoor Classroom Teacher Certification.

This space isn’t just about play—it’s about presence. It’s about coming back to ourselves. The forest now holds a new kind of magic—one where both child and parent are seen, heard, and held.

Learn more about the Westerly Wildflowers, Nurture The Mother's Group Circle, and the Wahaneeta Preserve.

An incredible morning exploring the vibrant life of a working farm with the Owl Adventure Club.

A seaside adventure to Jamestown, where our mission was simple yet exhilarating—harvesting clams at low tide, secretly thrilled for dinner.

We’ve learned something I wish I had known sooner; we are allowed to go at our own pace—every day, every session, every season.

Though I am stepping down from leadership, I eagerly look forward to joining you at future meetups across Rhode Island.

Owl Adventure Clubs moves into "The Barn" with South County Land Trust and Sarah Clarke's outdoor program overview looks ENCHANTING!

Ocean State Kids announces residency at Norman Bird Sanctuary with two programs from January 2025 - June 2025.

The Teeny Tiny Trailblazers visited the Bird Haven Ranch in Portsmouth, Rhode Island for a bunny snuggle experience with dozens of rabbits.

Ocean State Kids had the pleasure of spending a creative morning at Cofvinoarte Studio in Tiverton, Rhode Island.

Adam’s Farm offers a rich, hands-on educational experience to explore nature, engage with animals, and push boundaries with risky play.

Ocean State Kids partners with Revive The Roots in Smithfield, Rhode Island to offer outdoor learning and nature play for young children.

Preserving the joy and innocence of childhood through outdoor learning and nature play in Little Compton, Rhode Island.

We were thrilled to welcome Fiddle N' Fun, a Rhode Island-based child musician to our outdoor learning and nature play programs!