Calendar of events
Upcoming Samara events, workshops, & speaking engagements
Interested in scheduling Dr. Rachel A. Larimore for an event? Learn more here.
The Grove Family Provider Connection Call
This monthly call offers family providers an opportunity to discuss challenges specific to home-based settings. Connect with peers in similar situations and receive support tailored to the unique and evolving needs in nature- and home-based settings.
The Grove Drop-in Community Conversation with Rachel
The Drop-in Community Conversation is a one hour session where Rachel (and some of your peers!) are available on Zoom. This is your opportunity to exchange ideas, ask questions, and engage in casual discussions with colleagues and Rachel at a time that suits you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Drop-in Community Conversation with Rachel
The Drop-in Community Conversation is a one hour session where Rachel (and some of your peers!) are available on Zoom. This is your opportunity to exchange ideas, ask questions, and engage in casual discussions with colleagues and Rachel at a time that suits you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Family Provider Connection Call
This monthly call offers family providers an opportunity to discuss challenges specific to home-based settings. Connect with peers in similar situations and receive support tailored to the unique and evolving needs in nature- and home-based settings.
The Grove Focused Call: From Disengaged to Active Ally: How to Engage Families in Nature-based Education
Families are essential partners in young children’s learning and development–even in nature-based education programs. Yet creating a successful partnership with families is easier said than done! In this 1-hour webinar Rachel will challenge you to consider the various ways you engage families throughout the year around the nature-based teaching approach.
The Grove Family Provider Connection Call
This monthly call offers family providers an opportunity to discuss challenges specific to home-based settings. Connect with peers in similar situations and receive support tailored to the unique and evolving needs in nature- and home-based settings.
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education, or receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education, or receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Family Provider Connection Call
This monthly call offers family providers an opportunity to discuss challenges specific to home-based settings. Connect with peers in similar situations and receive support tailored to the unique and evolving needs in nature- and home-based settings.
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education, or receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Focused Call: A conversation with Rusty Keeler
A conversation with natural playscape designer Rusty Keeler. We'll chat about preparing natural play areas for the upcoming school year, his thoughts on the current state of the field, and more. Join the conversation live or send your questions in advance.
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education, or receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education, or receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Focused Call: Nurturing brain development using nature and classroom design with Dr. Kathryn Murray
Designing spaces that calm the brain and embrace the sense of safety, emotional connections between people and objects and opportunities to think, imagine, wonder, and learn are dependent on the environment we create. The environment shapes us and we shape the environment to enable rich, playful learning to happen naturally. This session will provide an overview of the Brain-SET Environments Formula, a revolutionary pedagogy being implemented around the world.
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education, or receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Focused Call: A Conversation with Amy Butler
This month's focused call with be a conversation with educator Amy Butler about nature-based education in elementary settings and her new book "Educating Children Outdoors." Join the conversation live or send your questions in advance!
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education. This is also a place to receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal and relaxed sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Focused Call: Adults with ADHD and Neurodiverse Characteristics: How Do I Support My Staff… and Myself?
We know how to serve the children. How about the adults? After this call, you will be ready to clearly recognize and assist staff who have ADHD and neurodiverse characteristics. See how to approach ADHD and neurodiversity not as a problem but an invitation. Walk away with specific tools to enhance the learning environment for everyone! Join us as we gain valuable insights from “The ADHD Whisperer” Rachel B. Selig, M.Ed. Rachel is passionate about removing barriers and supporting inclusivity for adults with ADHD, and neurodiverse characteristics.
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education. This is also a place to receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal and relaxed sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
Evaluating Natureness: How to use the Nature-Based Education Rating Scale to improve nature-based early childhood teaching (Session 3)
Part 3 of 3 in a webinar series on using the Nature-Based Education Rating Scale (NABERS). NABERS is a tool crafted specifically for early education practitioners, researchers, and policymakers to help them effortlessly gather standardized information, assessing education settings in crucial areas such as: program goals, curriculum practices, staffing, environment, community partnerships, and family engagement.
*The recordings for all 3 installments in this webinar series are available to Grove Members. Click here to join today!
Evaluating Natureness: How to use the Nature-Based Education Rating Scale to improve nature-based early childhood teaching (Session 2)
Part 2 of 3 in a webinar series on using the Nature-Based Education Rating Scales system (NABERS). NABERS is a tool crafted specifically for early education practitioners, researchers, and policymakers to help them effortlessly gather standardized information, assessing education settings in crucial areas such as: program goals, curriculum practices, staffing, environment, community partnerships, and family engagement.
*The recordings for all 3 installments in this webinar series are available to Grove Members. Click here to join today!
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education. This is also a place to receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal and relaxed sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
Please note this event is only for members of The Grove. Not a member? You can join The Grove here to access this event & more.
Evaluating Natureness: How to use the Nature-Based Education Rating Scale to improve nature-based early childhood teaching (Session 1)
Part 2 of 3 in a webinar series on using the Nature-Based Education Rating Scales system (NABERS). NABERS is a tool crafted specifically for early education practitioners, researchers, and policymakers to help them effortlessly gather standardized information, assessing education settings in crucial areas such as: program goals, curriculum practices, staffing, environment, community partnerships, and family engagement.
*The recordings for all 3 installments in this webinar series are available to Grove Members. Click here to join today!
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education. This is also a place to receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal and relaxed sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education. This is also a place to receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal and relaxed sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Focus Call: InstaGrowth: Using Instagram to boost enrollment in nature-based schools
Each month inside The Grove is a focused live video conference call on a particular topic. The format includes a brief presentation followed by open discussion among attendees.
From your profile to your posts, Instagram can help grow your audience and deepen a sense of community with your families. Learn how to easily engage and grow your enrollment with Lauren Litt, a social media coach and fractional Chief Marketing Officer. Join us as Lauren shares valuable tips and insights on how to leverage Instagram to attract perfect-fit families.
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to join The Grove, a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together, and attend this call. (Please note, members have access to recordings of all previous presentations.)
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education. This is also a place to receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal and relaxed sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Focus Call: Mind Full or Mindful— Exploring benefits, practices and possibilities for children and teachers
Teaching young children is a joyful, and challenging endeavor. The most effective teachers are somehow able to maintain a mental calmness and stability (equanimity) as they go about the complex task of helping a diverse group of young children learn to navigate the intricate world that is an early childhood classroom. How is this possible?
The Grove Focus Call: Nature Inspired Storytelling: Top Tips and Tools for Telling Terrific Tales
Join Tania Moloney from Nurture in Nature Australia as she shares the power of using books as springboards to enrich and engage nature play and outdoor learning opportunities. We’ll look at “who” is on your bookshelf and why that’s important, and Tania will dig into her 5 Top Storytelling Tools to help you grow your skills and confidence as a natural storyteller.
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education. This is also a place to receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal and relaxed sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.
The Grove Focus Call: The NbECE Change Trail Map
Each month inside The Grove is a focused live video conference call on a particular topic. The format includes a brief presentation followed by open discussion among attendees.
Leading change among a program is difficult under any circumstance, but nature-based education can bring its own set of challenges. This focused call will provide a trail map for shifting progress toward nature-based education. It will discuss the questions we need to ask and answer before we can lead teams to the next steps.
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to join The Grove, a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together, and attend this call. (Please note, members have access to recordings of all previous presentations.)
The Grove Drop-in Office Hour with Rachel
Drop-in Office Hour with Dr. Rachel Larimore is a one-hour sessions where Rachel is available on Zoom for Grove members to drop-in for a conversation. This is a great chance to get answers to your questions about nature-based early childhood education. This is also a place to receive tailored feedback from Rachel specific to your situation. We offer these informal and relaxed sessions for Grove members so they can more easily join at time that suits them—and without the feeling of “oh, the call already started so I can’t join.” Rather, Rachel is present for 1 hour and she’d love to see you!
This event is for Grove members only. Click here to learn more about The Grove—a community of nature-based educators learning and growing together.