Our field trips are built so students can come back as they grow. Each one fits the age it serves, guided by The Wild Path Home, a research-based guide that maps the outdoor experiences children need at each age, from infancy through the teen years, to grow into adults who care for the land.

Field trips are offered for Kindergarten through 5th grade.

At Nature Together, young children and their caregivers build community, connect with nature, and nurture well-being through sensory exploration, play, and shared experiences outdoors.  

Both caregivers and children thrive in nature, and these programs create an intentional space for joy, curiosity, and meaningful connection.

Hands-on fun for families and the community.

Join us for workshops, celebrations, and all-ages programs that bring our community together in nature—or simply visit and enjoy Lafayette’s natural beauty.

Located at 300 Old Laramie Trail E, Lafayette CO

We love our volunteers and donors who give time and resources to support our mission!

Contact us to get involved in our volunteer opportunities for teens in the summer or for adults year-round.

Help Thorne reach the youth who need outdoor programming most. Your gift could send a child to camp for the first time, bring nature programs to families, or provide scholarships that remove barriers to nature-based learning.

Where a love of learning grows in nature.

Located at the Lafayette Nature Center, Thorne’s Nature Preschool nurtures curiosity, creativity, and connection through play-based learning and outdoor exploration.

Unplug, explore, and make new friends!

Our award-winning Nature Camps bring discovery, independence, joy, and a love for nature that lasts well beyond summer.

More information and the full 2027 calendar coming at the end of October 2026!