Navigating New Routines: How Camp Teaches Kids to Adapt and Thrive

The start of a new school year often brings a whirlwind of change—fresh routines, unfamiliar environments, and heightened expectations. For children, especially those in transitional years, these changes can be both exciting and overwhelming. While academics are a key focus, a child’s ability to adapt to new routines plays a critical role in how successfully they transition into the school …

Exploring Fall Wildlife: Nature-Based Learning in Action

As the seasons change and the air turns crisp, fall becomes a prime time for children to connect with nature in meaningful ways. The sights, sounds, and rhythms of the season invite young minds to explore, observe, and ask questions. Nature-based learning—especially in autumn—offers children the chance to engage with wildlife, develop observational skills, and cultivate a sense of environmental …

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 …