Our lessons, designed by APEC educators to supplement and enhance your homeschool environmental education curricula, will include age appropriate hands-on activities with a focus on outdoor learning. Be sure your child dresses for outdoor nature walks and activities! Classes are limited to 10 participants. 

Please note: These programs are intended to foster independence for your child. Parents are not permitted in the classroom. If your child is not ready for a drop-off program, please register for a future session. We require a minimum of 6 registered students to run this class.
If less than 6 students are registered for a session the class will be cancelled. Families will receive an email about the cancellation and be issued a refund.

Homeschool Fall 2026

Mondays, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
October 19th, 26th
November 2nd, 9th, 16th, 30th
December 7th, 14th

​$200 per student
Fall at APEC
​Homeschool: Ages 5-6 (drop-off)
Explore the wonders of nature and learn what plants and animals do during the fall season.  Each class includes stories, outdoor exploration, and animal time. Be sure to dress for an outdoor nature walk for every class! Space is limited.
Nature Connection
​Homeschool: Ages 7-8 (drop-off)
This Fall we will explore the challenges our beautiful planet is facing and brainstorm ways to help. By exploring topics like climate change, pollution, and conservation, we want to encourage students to develop a deep connection to nature and build practical, lifelong sustainability habits. Each week we will highlight an environmental hero and engage in hands-on activities that stimulate curiosity and learning. Our trails await, as do our animal ambassadors! Come dressed for the outdoors and ready to be environmental stewards!  Space is limited.
Young Naturalists
​Homeschool: Ages 9-11 (drop-off)
Why is the environment important? What happens if people do not respect our trails and parks? This season we will talk about why our outdoor spaces are important and why we should advocate for them. We will talk about different animals and plants that inhabit these spaces as well as the people that work to keep them maintained. Every week we will meet an animal, go on a nature walk and complete a worksheet, craft or experiment. Be sure to dress appropriately for the nature walk every week. Space is limited.​

Registration Policy:
Pre-registration is required for all programs.
When registering for a program, please note the required ages for children. If your child’s date of birth does not fall within the required age range, the registration system will not allow you to register for the program.

Cancellation Policy:
Homeschool workshop fees are non-refundable. If APEC cancels the workshop series, a refund will be issued. No refunds or credits will be given for any missed classes

The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.
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