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empowered parents

childhood magic

MOTHERS
RISING

Community for both parent and child.
Ocean State Kids is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving all young, developing children—regardless of ability through outdoor experiences. We create space not only for children to grow naturally, but for mothers to rise, connect, and feel supported in their own journey. Deep in our core, we are a community for both parent and child — empowering parents to become their child’s strongest advocate and most influential teacher, while fostering a profound sense of belonging for the whole family.
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When she comes alive in motherhood, her child comes alive in the world.
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WINTER ACTIVITIES FOR HIGHLY-ACTIVE KIDS

This collection of activities honor winter exactly as it is: cold, wild, messy, unpredictable—and incredibly regulating for all children.

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Winter is a powerful season for growth, and each activity is designed to support the way young children naturally move, play, explore and feel connected in their whole body. ​ By leaning into snow, ice, and cold (instead of fighting them), we create meaningful opportunities for children to release energy, feel seen, and truly understood.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE
OCEAN STATE KIDS BACKSTORY
Episode 182 "Oh, The Places You Will Go!"

THE TINY

of truth

TESTAMENT

OSK* GROUPS
“A relaxed atmosphere where kids can be comfortable to be themselves and to learn at their own pace."
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ANNUAL REPORT

2025 Ocean State Kids

THE

Oh!

YOU'LL

PLACES

GO!

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Name
City State
Adams Farm
Cumberland, RI
Audubon Nature Center
Bristol, RI
Audubon Society
Smithfield, RI
Barrington Public Library
Barrington, RI
Bird Haven Ranch
Portsmouth, RI
Blue Cove
Portsmouth, RI
Canochet Preserve
Hopkinton, RI
Cofvinoarte Studio
Tiverton, RI
Colt State Park
Bristol, RI
Common Fence Point Community Center
Portsmouth, RI
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ACTIVITY DATABASE

150+ OUTDOOR + NATURE PLAY IDEAS FOR CURIOUS KIDS, ALL YEAR LONG

OSK PRINCIPLES
“Connection, meaning, and the reminder that even the smallest discoveries can change everything.”
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INTEREST FORM

It pains us to keep you and your family waiting. However, with the overwhelming demand for group outdoor experiences matched with a small staff, we are forced to cap enrollment until we can navigate expanding our programs to more families! 

 

Please fill out the form to join our waitlist, and when there are openings you will be notified via email. 

NATURE GUARDIANS
Board Members, Program Directors, Group Leaders & Trusted Families of Ocean State Kids
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Wander
Wonder

Personal Narratives & Online Journal

THE BRAND
Childhood magic isn’t made — it’s noticed in the details children never miss.
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