Ricketson Winter Creators is back for another season of cozy creativity and outdoor adventure!
Join us at the Ricketson Nature Center for a fun-filled Winter Staycation packed with creativity, exploration, and seasonal adventure! Each day brings a new theme with hands-on art, STEAM projects, outdoor fun, visits from community partners, lunch provided daily, and even a few field trips along the way. Sign up for one day or build your own week of winter excitement!
This flexible K–5 program lets families sign up by the day (Dec. 22, 23, 26, 29, 30, and Jan. 2, 2026), with each session offering a unique theme and set of hands-on activities.
Who:
Children in grades K–5 (with daily lunch and morning snack-Yogurt, granola bars, fruit)
What:
A fun and flexible Winter Staycation program filled with art, STEAM projects, outdoor adventures, community partner activities, and select days with field trips (local trips to Trails, community centers, and partner programs such as the Whaling Museum or Haskell Gardens).
When:
Dec. 22, 23, 26, 29, 30, and Jan. 2, 2026
Program runs daily from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Drop off begins at 8:15am)
Where:
Ricketson Nature Center – Brooklawn Park
New Bedford, MA
Pricing:
$15 per day for NB Residents $30 per day for Non-Residents
$10 per day when registering for 3 or more days or registering multiple kids *(No discounts available for Non-Residents)*
Families can register for individual days or mix-and-match to build their week!
