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NatStart26 Call for Proposals

The 2026 Nature-Based Early Learning Conference Call for Proposals is open! This year's conference theme is Imagine If, and we invite proposals that explore innovation and collaboration in the continuous pursuit of high-quality and equitable nature-based early learning for all children. Proposals are by December 12. 

New Policy Resource

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Draft Licensing Recommendations for ONB Programs

Natural Start is seeking feedback on its new Recommendations for Licensing Outdoor, Nature-Based Early Learning and Child Care Programs. The Recommendations are available now in draft form, and comments are sought until March 20, 2026. 

Upcoming Webinars

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Nature Preschool Adaptations for a Changing Climate

Join us on January 21 at 12pm ET for a webinar with Claire Underwood sharing national study insights and practical strategies for how nature-based early learning programs are adapting to climate-related challenges.

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