Confidence Outside the Classroom: How Nature-Based Activities Empower Kids

Confidence is one of the most powerful traits a child can develop—and one of the most essential for their long-term success. While traditional classroom settings often focus on grades and performance, nature-based activities offer children a different kind of learning environment, one that builds confidence through hands-on experiences, physical challenges, and emotional growth. When kids engage in outdoor exploration and …

From Sicily with Love – Cooking With Ken

From Sicily With LoveCooking With KenA Fundraiser for the Camp Live Oak Scholarship Program Join us for an unforgettable evening of hands-on cooking, friendship, and flavor …all for a great cause! Together, we’ll prepare a four-course Sicilian-inspired meal, guided by Ken at the beautiful Lenore Ryan Nolan Cooking School on Galt Ocean Mile. Location: Lenore Ryan Nolan Cooking School Address: 3311 N Ocean Blvd, Fort …

Why Outdoor Time Matters More Than Ever During the School Year

As students settle into the rhythm of the school year, their schedules become packed with classroom lessons, homework, and screen-based learning. While academic achievement is a top priority, it’s equally important to ensure that children spend meaningful time outdoors. Fresh air, unstructured play, and natural surroundings offer benefits that can’t be replicated in indoor environments—especially during the school year, when …

Building Friendships Beyond the Classroom: The Social Benefits of Camp

When children head off to camp, they’re not just packing swimsuits and sunscreen—they’re entering a world full of opportunities for connection, communication, and lasting relationships. While classroom settings often focus on academic achievement, camp provides an informal and enriching space where kids can develop the social skills that are just as critical to lifelong success. Camp creates a supportive and …

A Day at Camp: What Kids Really Gain From Time Away From Screens

In today’s tech-driven world, many kids spend more time indoors glued to screens than they do exploring the great outdoors. With phones, tablets, and TVs often dominating daily routines, the benefits of unplugging and stepping into nature have never been more important. That’s where camp comes in—a chance to break away from screens and embrace hands-on learning, physical activity, and …