Common Digs

What a fun fundraiser of great experiences for Young Agrarians. Auction ends on Friday. 32auctions.com/organizations/… facebook.com/commondigs/pos…

Some behind-the-scenes shots with awesome photographer Janet from Visual Hues Photography Janet Pliszka-Hughes. By the end of the day she was laying right down in the mud to get the shot she wanted! Janet has been... facebook.com/commondigs/pos…

Just a few pics from Nature Kindergarten's Student-led Conferences that took place before March break. #yyckindergarten #schoolcanlooklikethis

What's in a forest school birthday party treat bag you ask? A rock, a homemade crayon, a mini journal, a stick, yarn and seeds of course! Thank you to Cobblestone Garden Centre and @BeeLeafBlooms for their gift of the pea seeds. #gardenfriendly #forestschool

Thank you to everyone who came out to our "We're 5!" Forest School birthday celebration yesterday. It was a truly special day and we thank you all so much for being a part of it and of our journey the last five years. #loveyyc #forestschoolfamiliesrock #itsallaboutthecake

As more programs pop up in Calgary it is good to consider the differences between a Forest School program and an Outdoor program. They both have merits, but they aren't the same. This posts begins to touch on some of those differences. #yycforestschool forestschoolassociation.org/the-difference…

With the Forest School Parent Open House coming up this Saturday we thought to highlight our teachers, Ms. Felicia, Ms. Taylor and Mr. Teague. Learn more about them here commondigs.com/thediggers #forestschoolteachers #yycteachers #weloveourteachers #playlearnoutside

Take a look while the retail sales are still on for winter gear for next year! vox.com/the-goods/2019…

We were named as one of the best summer camps in yyc - and we didn't even know it! It's from last year - but we like to think it still holds true! Check them out in the link below. commondigs.com/shop savvymom.ca/article/best-y…

In case you missed it, we have another birthday gift-away - there's a chance to win a summer camp. Learn how in the latest blog post. Comment by March 27th! commondigs.com/blog commondigs.com/blog

Did you know we have a newsletter? Sign up to be the first to learn about new offerings, programs, upcoming workshops and some behind-the-scenes news from Common Digs. commondigs.com commondigs.com

We have two spaces in our Spring Semester beginning April 1st - no fooling! (a Wednesday and a Friday). Register here commondigs.com/registration- #playlearnoutside #forestschool

Yes! We would agree and if you aren't that comfortable with the idea - let your children do it for even one day - Mud Fair is the perfect place. Watch for early bird tickets going on sale soon! #mudfair #yycevents calgaryherald.com/health/family-…

"The most primitive parts of the brain generate various primary process emotions, including physical play." An interesting and informative read that might impact the way you feel about rough and tumble play. brainworldmagazine.com/the-importance…

Tomorrow in Calgary! facebook.com/commondigs/pos…

In January, we shared about this movement started by Greta Thunberg. Very pleased to see it has made its way to Calgary, Alberta. Show your children what young citizens are capable of doing. If they ask, bring them to... facebook.com/commondigs/pos…

Folks! It's a chance to win a free Seed Starting workshop - your odds are pretty good right now with only two entries! All you need to do is make a comment on the blog by March 13th! Don't be shy! commondigs.com/blog commondigs.com/blog

24 hours left on the WinterFest silent auction! 32auctions.com/CCESWinterfest… So many great deals right now! All the proceeds go to support the operation of CCES Calgary Nature Kindergarten. #yycauction

"It only happens when we've lost ourselves in play, when we're outside of time". A beautiful and inspiring read from Lasso The Moon •... letslassothemoon.com/2016/05/03/bre…

Feeling a little unsettled? Check out Cabin Fever this weekend - you'll be inspired! #yycevent Permaculture Calgary Guild facebook.com/commondigs/pos…