The Branches Experiential Learning Community

We went to The Branches for Maple Days and had an incredible experience! Laura, Victor and the kids are so knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming. This was definitely a unique experience from your traditional sugar bush where you just listen. The hands on experience was amazing and so informative. I will be sending my daughter back for some outdoor learning for sure!
Mar 14th, 2023

The Branches Community has been a wonderful place for my daughter to grow in knowledge and understanding of the natural world around her. The hands-on activities and exposure to natural elements are carefully thought out and mentored by owners Laura and Victor. The expertise and love they pour into their program is second to none. We are so grateful our daughter had opportunity to be outdoors in such a caring and nurturing environment where all the children are respected for their natural character.
Aug 7th, 2022

We just found The Branches late in this year and my daughter LOVES it, and her younger sisters are begging to go this next year! I love that the kids are able to get very different (natural, exploratory) learning in without my having to organize and plan it. I haven't met Victor yet but Laura is incredibly warm and intentional.
Jul 10th, 2022

I cannot share enough positive feedback about Branches. My son has participated for the last 2 years. This is an absolutely incredible program for kids to participate in. I found Branches when I was looking for alternative programming for my son who is interested in science, nature, animals etc. Laura took the time to meet with us and show us the outdoor classroom and property and answer our many questions. She helped to connect us with other parents whose kids had also participated. One parent said "kids learn a week's worth of science in 1 Branches day" and I could not agree more. Plus the focus on values, relationship is woven throughout the program. My son is in a public school, and the school has been in full support of him missing school to participate in Branches programming. He has learned so much, he loves the facilitator Laura and the animals, and he loves participating in the program.
Jan 4th, 2023

My son is amazed by this project and loves The Branches , hiking and learning through the nature with Victor and Laura. My best recommendations!
Mar 29th, 2022