We are excited to learn with you once again during the Level 2: Intermediate Nature-Based Teacher Certification! (Registration is for live, in-person certification.)

This five-day, 36-hour course builds on what you learned during the Level 1 introductory course, diving deeper into best practices and helping you hone approaches to nature-based early childhood education specific to your learning environment. The intermediate course examines more nuanced facets of running a nature-based program, managing/mentoring teachers, and promoting your program.  We continue to draw from experienced educators and explore diverse perspectives in NBECE throughout the week. You will also take time to enhance your personal nature connection as an extension of this deep, important work. (Note: Attendees must complete the level 1 introductory course prior to taking level 2; see web for complete description.)

Monday: 8:30 - 5 p.m.
Full day of workshops; breakfast and lunch provided daily

Tuesday: 8:30 - 5 p.m.
Off-site tours and workshops

Wednesday: 8:30 - 5 p.m.
Optional morning yoga at 7:45 a.m.; full day of workshops

Thursday: 12 - 8:30 p.m.
Lunch followed by sessions, evening sessions include dinner and campfire

Friday: 8:30 - 4 p.m.
Optional morning yoga at 7:45 a.m. , closing sessions and conclusion of the course.

LODGING:

Nearest Airports : Syracruse (SYR) and Ithaca (ITH)

While lodging is not provided as part of this course, there are many hotels in Cortland, NY. Some options include:

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites, Cortland, NY

5 minutes from Lime Hollow Nature Center

Best Western Plus Finger Lakes Inn
5 minutes from Lime Hollow Nature Center

Hampton Inn Cortland
11 minutes from Lime Hollow Nature Center

Lime Hollow's rustic camping area will be open and available to ANBE attendees. The area is a short 1/4 hike from one of our trailheads and approximately a 15 minute hike from the Visitor Center. The site is truly primitive with no running water or electricity. Composting toilets are available, as well as water for washing hands and drinking, firewood, firepit, and plenty of flat space to set up tents and spread out. Outdoor showers will be available before 8am and after 5pm at Lime Hollow's Education Campus. 

Click here to reserve a camp site at Lime Hollow!

Daytime childcare is also available through Lime Hollow Nature Center's outdoor, nature camps! All ANBE participants will receive 10% off of summer camp registration and FREE camp after-care while at the conference. Camp days run 8am-3pm with an aftercare option from 3pm-5pm. Children ages 3 to 16 may attend. Registration for camp is first-come, first-serve, so reserve your spot as soon as possible. Camp registration opens February 1, 2025. Use coupon code "ANBE" to reserve. Payment plans are available.