Upcoming Events
Dip Net Field Trip with CREW Land & Water Trust
Join us on May 8 for Troopers in the Field at Ariepeka Preserve, a special nature-based homeschool field trip in Hernando County. We’ll be joined by a guest educator from CREW Land & Water Trust for a hands-on exploration of Florida’s coastal ecosystems.
Children will use dip nets, discovery scopes, trays, field guides, and water quality kits to observe aquatic life and investigate the health of the watershed. We’ll also enjoy a short hike and activities focused on watershed conservation, wildlife habitat, and environmental stewardship.
This outdoor homeschool learning experience in Central Florida is designed for curious kids who love nature, science, and hands-on discovery.
*Troopers- ages 5/6 to 12 years old
Rangers Open House
A nature-based early academics class for ages 5–7 at The Nature Classroom.
Led by an experienced educator (M.Ed) and Troopers mom, each 2-hour class blends nature, play, and early learning supporting reading, writing, math, science, and comprehension in a way that feels natural and engaging.
Sprouts in Spring
Our upcoming butterfly class is rooted in meaningful, play-based learning that supports the whole child. As the Sprouts explore butterflies and the flowers they depend on, they’ll naturally build early science understanding, observation skills, and environmental awareness. Through hands-on exploration, open-ended creation, and guided discovery, children will practice problem-solving, strengthen fine motor skills, and deepen their ability to focus and engage.
This kind of learning goes beyond memorization, it nurtures curiosity, empathy, and a sense of responsibility for the natural world. Each child will also create a butterfly feeder to take home or contribute to our growing butterfly waystation, connecting their learning to real-world impact in a tangible, meaningful way.
Spring Season Starts!
Spring Season is here at Palmetto + Pine!
Our nature-based homeschool enrichment program in Brooksville, Florida is now welcoming families from Hernando County, Spring Hill, Weeki Wachee, and the Central Florida area. Kids explore the outdoors through hands-on learning, creative projects, and child-led discovery—all while building community.
With flexible class passes and drop-in nature classes, families can join in a way that fits their homeschool rhythm. Check our calendar to see what’s coming this spring.
Pages & Play
Pages + Play: A Loose Parts Pop-Up Playground for All Ages
Join Palmetto + Pine for a FREE family play event at Citrus & Sage Bookstore in Brooksville, Florida.
We’re bringing a pop-up loose parts playground to the bookstore; an open-ended, child-led play experience designed to spark creativity, problem solving, and imagination.