General 2 — Oak Heart Forest Program

A wooden divided tray with dried herbs and slices of dried citrus fruits on a honeycomb-patterned surface, surrounded by sprigs of rosemary and more dried citrus slices.

A natural scene featuring a dirt path in a forested area with fallen logs and branches lining the sides. In the background, there are lush green trees under a cloudy sky. Two people with backpacks are exploring the area.

Children hiking through a muddy forest trail in rainy weather, wearing colorful jackets and rain gear.

Now Enrolling for Winter II Session!

FOREST DROP OFF PROGRAM:

JANUARY 19TH ~ MARCH, 12TH 2026

1, 2, 3 or 4 days/week

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday

Welcoming ages 3-6yrs

9am - 1pm

CHICKADEES FOREST PLAYGROUP PROGRAM:

JANUARY 19TH ~ MARCH 9, 2026

Monday, 9-11am

Welcoming ages 2-8 years and their parent/caregiver

Location: All classes are held at Briones Regional Park

Alhambra Creek Staging Area.

Martinez, CA

Returning families: no need to complete another application. Simply email your enrollment request to: oakheartforest@gmail.com

Enroll here

It’s the same event, just a different date. One of the most magical evenings is almost here.
On Saturday, December 6th, we’ll gather at our nature classroom in Briones to celebrate light, warmth, and community as we welcome the winter se

As the days grow shorter and the light begins to fade earlier each evening, we gather to honor the turning of the season with our annual Lantern Walk. This is a magical event that we look forward to each year which celebrates the light, community and

Looking for an outdoor program for your family that’s rooted in hands-on, nature-based learning?
Join Oak Heart Forest Program for our Fall Open House and discover how we nurture children’s natural curiosity through rich, sensory experien

It’s hard to believe we’re already more than halfway through our Fall session! So many discoveries have been made as children reconnect with old friends and build new friendships.

As the cooler months approach, we invite you to join us

At Oak Heart Forest Program, our program’s are designed to ignite a sense of wonder, adventure, and a deep appreciation and love for the natural world. By following an inquiry based and “hands on” educational approach that honors bo

As the days grow shorter and the light begins to fade earlier each evening, we gather to honor the turning of the season with our annual Lantern Walk. This is a magical event that we look forward to each year which celebrates the light, community and

Looking for an outdoor program for your family that’s rooted in hands-on, nature-based learning?
Join Oak Heart Forest Program for our Fall Open House and discover how we nurture children’s natural curiosity through rich, sensory experien

At Oak Heart Forest Program, our program’s are designed to ignite a sense of wonder, adventure, and a deep appreciation and love for the natural world. By following an inquiry based and “hands on” educational approach that honors bo