nature study
Fort Mill, SC
Petra Classical
We offer a weekly parent-led co-op that aligns with Ambleside Online's rotation for hymns, folksongs, nature study, artist study, Plutarch, and Shakespeare. Additionally, we have a monthly book club for moms, as well as handicraft fairs for students twice per year.
Warrenton, VA
The Fox Shire
Welcome to the Fox Shire!
We are a joyful community of homeschooling families gathered under the gentle guidance of Charlotte Mason’s educational philosophy. At the Fox Shire, we believe education is an atmosphere, a discipline, and a life—a feast of living ideas spread abundantly before our children.
Together we:
• Build true community — where families encourage one another, children form lasting friendships, and mothers find fellowship and support.
• Nourish minds with living books and ideas — choosing literature that is alive with beauty, truth, and goodness rather than dry textbooks, so that children form real relationships with knowledge.
• Spread the feast — offering a rich, generous curriculum that includes great literature, history, science, nature study, art, music, poetry, and more. Each child assimilates what they can, growing in wonder and wisdom at their own pace.
• Embrace riches-based education — delighting in the “riches” of life: beautiful books, fine art, inspiring music, the outdoors, handicrafts, and the cultivation of good habits of mind and heart.
We host a weekly Riches Co-op where children gather to enjoy:
• Picture study
• Composer study
• Handicrafts
• Literature
• Nature study and journaling
• Recitation
• Poetry
• And scouting
These sessions bring the riches to life in a shared, delightful way—through observation, creation, narration, and exploration outdoors.
We also offer a Mothers’ Book Club where we read and discuss both Charlotte Mason’s own writings and other nourishing books to strengthen our vision, refresh our spirits, and grow alongside one another as educators and mothers.
Rainier, OR
Nature Group
We have a weekly meeting near Rainier, OR at Trojan Park
Terrebonne, OR
Charlotte Mason Family
We are Charlotte Mason Family. A Natural History community that meets twice a month on Thursday at 10am to share what we're currently studying in Natural History, go on Nature Hikes and nature journaling afterward. For families with children age 6 and up.
North Olmsted, OH
Nature Study Group
A brand-new Charlotte Mason nature study group in Northeast Ohio. This group is geared toward the younger Forms but is open to all ages. The current focus is on laying groundwork for the group, building habits of observation, and nature journaling. Parents are highly encouraged to participate with their own nature journal. We are still in search of the perfect location, but our default location will be Rocky River Reservation in North Olmsted. Please contact for more information, suggested materials, etc.
Tiskilwa, IL
2026 Charlotte Mason Family Camp in Tiskilwa, IL
Does a getaway to enjoy time with family, nourishing friendships, spiritual refreshment, and respite from the daily routine sound good to you? Then come join us – families who embrace the Charlotte Mason philosophy – at the 2026 Charlotte Mason Family Camp. We feature morning sessions for both parents and children, daily nature walks with nature journaling, nourishing al fresco meals, a beautiful lake for boating and fishing, an array of afternoon occupations, hymn and folk singing as well as folk dancing, bonfires, a maker’s market and a family showcase to display what was learned in the 2025-26 school year.
Planning for the 2026 event which occurs August 17-21 is under way. Please check out the following website for more information: https://cmpeoria.com/family-camp-2026/. You can also find photos, testimonials, and much more at #charlotte_mason_family_camp on Instagram as well as Charlotte Mason Family Camp on Facebook.
Registration begins in February.
Come get inspired and excited about the new school year with like-minded families!
Columbus, OH
Sacred Heart Co-op
Growing closer to the Heart of Jesus by exploring Truth, Beauty, and Goodness.
Our year is broken into four terms.
For Fall and Spring Terms we meet at parks for nature study, and include a poet, folk songs, and prayer along with outdoor exploration and play.
During the Winter Terms we meet inside; we bring in our poets biography, and also include picture study, artist study, composer study, and literature. The younger students explore myths and legends and the older students read through Shakespeare.
Each term concludes with a celebratory style book club where families bring food inspired by the book, dress up as characters, and share a favorite part.
Exact subjects may vary by year. There is a small cost to pay for materials, but accommodations can be made if this is a hardship.
We are a family style co-op with children of all ages. We are particularly dedicated to fostering intentional community among Catholic homeschoolers. If you are not Catholic, but are interested in joining please contact us.
Nampa, ID
Nampa Idaho
I'm looking for like minded mamas to build community and share experience. My kids are 2, 4, and 6. I would love to do a nature study with you. Or maybe we could do a craft.
Perry, MI
A Rich Inheritance
A Rich Inheritance is a community rooted in the educational principles of Charlotte Mason. We believe the purpose of education is to prepare children to be able to know, glorify, and enjoy God by putting them in touch with the truth, goodness, and beauty of His created world.
2026-2027 Offerings
-Tuesday Co-Op (Hymn Singing, Poetry, Recitation, Composer & Artist Study, Nature Study& Journals, Nature Walks, Music/Solfa, Geography, Sloyd and Latin Review).
-Bi-Weekly Nature Walks
-Monthly Mothers Book Club & Quarterly Mothers Gatherings
**Currently accepting applications from families whose children are 13 and under
FL
Lithia Nature Play
Charlotte Mason inspired Nature Play Group - Forming Spring 2026
I'm gathering interest for a CM inspired nature play group in the Lithia, Valrico, and Riverview area or Tampa Bay. Aiming to begin in Spring 2026 (possibly earlier if there is enough interest).
The group welcomes all ages, with a focus on children in K - 6th grade. We will meet on Fridays to spend time outdoors, play, and build community.
Our weekly rhythm will include:
- Outdoor park meetups and free play
- Exposure to some of the "riches" (rotated and planned by families)
- Nature study and time in God's creation
- Occassional field trips, depending on group interest
Interested group members must agree to the following:
- Active group participation, attending at least twice per month
- Plan or host one of our meetups each semester
- No sharing our group events or adding outside members before they have been vetted, this ensures group safety and comfort, which is of utmost importance.
My sincere hope is that this group flourishes into something beyond just a play group, but a true group of friends and support. To facilitate this, I would ideally like to keep the group at a manageable size, and with familes who can commit to being consistent so we can form deep and lasting friendships.
If this resonates with you and you are in the Lithia, Valrico, Riverview area (or okay with driving to the area) please connect with me!