Learning Through Nature Play Day

Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm UTC-05:00

1732 18th Avenue, Rock Island, IL, United States, Illinois 61201 | Rock Island

Early Childhood Coalition
Publisher/HostEarly Childhood Coalition
Learning Through Nature Play Day
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SAVE THE DATE!
Saturday, May 16th 2026
Learning Through Nature Play Day!
Join us for this special event dedicated to connecting children, families, and professionals to the great outdoors. Held on National Kids to Parks Day, this event is designed for parents and educators of children from birth to age 8.

Our goal is to inspire a love for nature-based learning and provide practical strategies for integrating outdoor play with social-emotional development. Participants will enjoy a mix of expert-led presentations, hands-on breakout sessions, and networking opportunities.

Event Details
Date: Saturday, May 16th
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Early Learning Center, 3100 4th Avenue, East Moline, IL
Cost/Capacity: FREE! Registration is capped at 50-75 participants.
Educator Benefits: Educators can earn 4 Hours of Gateways credentials.
Keynote Speaker: Rusty Keeler
We are thrilled to welcome Rusty Keeler, who will deliver the keynote address, “The Joy of Messy Play: Designing Landscapes for Deep Childhood Connection.”
Register now- limited seats available!
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1732 18th Avenue, Rock Island, IL, United States, Illinois 61201

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