How can we spend quality time in the forest in an exciting, educational, and enjoyable way with the whole family?

What is our Forest School Ёlochka about?

We create exciting outdoor adventures that strengthen family bonds, foster a love for nature, and inspire sustainable living through walks, workshops, and interactive materials.

On our walks, children and parents explore the forest together, participating in exciting tasks, creative workshops, and games that help them better understand nature. The walks are suitable for families with children aged 4 to 10, and each session is tailored to the participant's age, making the time in the forest both beneficial and unforgettable.

They are all different

A winter forest with fairies and forest-dwelling old men. An amazing journey awaits us into the world of winter slumber.

The forest gets ready for winter

Who lives in the little house? Who lives in the tall or short one? It's the beginning of December! That means the trees are bare, and the forest creatures have prepared for winter.

Friendship with hedgehog

We will walk the path of kind giants, help the little forest elders prepare the forest for winter, and make friends with the tiny woodland creatures.

OUR VALUES

LOVE FOR NATURE

We foster a deep affection and respect for the natural world by encouraging families to explore and understand it intimately through safe adventures, hands-on experiments, and creative activities. This nurtures a lifelong connection and a protective spirit toward our shared home.

ADVENTURE ^ EXPLORATION

Our programs spark curiosity and imagination through child-led adventures and explorations in the forest, creating opportunities to discover, learn, and grow in harmony with the natural world.

FAMILY BONDING

Ёlochka values the strengthening of family relationships by creating meaningful experiences in nature, where parents and children connect, learn, and thrive together in an enriching and supportive environment. 

Lifelong Learning

Through play, experimentation, and discovery, we inspire a love of learning that transcends the forest, fostering critical thinking and creativity while embracing the joy of acquiring new skills.  

Sustainability and Stewardship

We instil eco-conscious habits and an understanding of sustainable living, empowering families to become guardians of the environment and actively participate in creating a better future for our planet. 

Our Team

The walk is led by Olga, a nature enthusiast, certified forest guide, illustrator, and eco-conscious designer, as well as a mother of three.

We also invite specialists from various fields such as biology, botany, ecology, natural sciences, chemistry, zoology, literature, and design. We welcome your suggestions. Would you like to become a guide and share your knowledge with the next generation?

Spiral of Wisdom

At Ёlochka, we understand that the heart of the family is the mother. She is the one who gives care, warmth, and love to the whole family every day. But mothers also need time for themselves to recharge, restore their energy, and simply feel good. Our walks combine healing, relaxation, and energy replenishment.

On our walks, mothers can enjoy the silence of the forest, restore harmony through breathing practices in the fresh air, and engage in light physical exercises. We always refill ourselves through creative practices.

These walks offer an opportunity to temporarily escape from daily worries, spend time with understanding women, and feel unity with nature. After all, a happy and fulfilled mother is the key to a harmonious and happy family!

Where to find us

Milan, Bosco in Citta, by the fairy oak

We are also considering potential routes in Milan — Parco Nord and Parco Porto di Mare, as well as around Lake Como and Varese.

Let us know if you're interested in these locations, and we will gather a group and create an exciting adventure for the whole family!

When we meet next

Our upcoming walks

Autumn fall.

Long Nights of the Winter.

Who does not sleep at winter?

Time to wake up!

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