Our Story

PUDDLESTOMPERS™ Nature Exploration has served the communities of Greater Boston for over two decades. We provide interactive and engaging year-round nature programming to young children and their caregivers, with the goal of encouraging kids to get out and explore the natural communities in their own backyards.

Our Mission Statement

PUDDLESTOMPERS™ is committed to connecting the youngest naturalists (ages 2-9) and their parents and caregivers to the open spaces in their communities. By providing the seeds of interest, the tools for exploration, and the caring guidance of our seasoned teacher-naturalists, we hope to help build the foundation for a lifelong enjoyment of the outdoors and stewardship of nature.

Summer Camp 2026 FULL!

Newton

Newton: 45 Puddingstone Ln

Weeks of 6/15 - 8/31

Ages 3 years 9 months to 8 years

Wellesley

Warren Recreation Center

90 Washington St, Wellesley

Weeks 6/29 - 7/10, 7/20 - 8/24

Ages 3 years 9 months to 7 years

Click the green button below to navigate to the Wellesley Recreation website. Then click “Activities” and enter the following activity numbers to find our programming options:

Weekly Summer Camp Registration: 315702
Early Drop Off Registration: 315704
Extended Day Registration: 315706

Fall 2026 Vacation Camps OPEN!

Indigenous People’s Day

Newton: 45 Puddingstone Ln

Monday 10/12

Ages 3 years, 9 months to 8 years

Veterans Day

Newton: 45 Puddingstone Ln

Wednesday 11/11

Ages 3 years, 9 months to 8 years

Fall 2026 Child/Adult 2026 Classes OPEN!

Dates and Availability Vary by Location

Ages 2 - 5 years with an Adult

Belmont

Rock Meadow Conservation Area

Brookline

Soule Early Childhood Center

Needham

Rosemary Recreation Complex

Sudbury

Sudbury Park & Recreation

Wayland

Sedge Meadow (Glezen Lane)

Wellesley

Location TBD

Weston

Case Estates (Outside across from COA)