Open Meadow Days
Your child has been exploring these trails for months. Now it’s your turn to see what they see.
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Up to 4 Guests
Our Heart Behind Open Meadow Days
When Molly and Jake created Hidden Meadow School, their vision extended beyond excellent early education. They wanted to build community. They wanted to share this beautiful land. They wanted families to have a space to slow down, breathe fresh air, and reconnect with what matters most.
In our busy world, it can be hard to find time to pause. This season of the year, and this season of life with young children, offers a wonderful opportunity to do exactly that.
Your Child Has Been Waiting for This
They have so many discoveries they’re eager to share with you!
For as long as your child has been a student at The Meadow, your child has been building a relationship with this land. They’ve learned the trails by heart. They’ve found favorite spots you’ve never seen. They’ve discovered secret hideouts, interesting logs, the best places to find bugs, and where the creek sounds the loudest.
They’ve been exploring Hidden Meadow while you’ve been at work, running errands, caring for siblings, managing life. Now it’s your turn.
If they can tromp through the mud in the rain with smiles for miles, we think the rest of us can too.
A quick note as you plan: the mud is real around here. Please dress for the weather and wear shoes you don’t mind getting wonderfully messy.
The Details You Need to Know
Hours: 9:00am to 4:00pm (come and go as your family needs)
Who’s Invited: All currently enrolled Hidden Meadow families
Guests Welcome: Bring immediate family members plus up to 4 additional guests per family. Grandparents, siblings, close friends, whoever you’d like to share this experience with!
Cost: Completely free. This is our gift to our Hidden Meadow community.
• Waterproof boots or old shoes
• Layers for changing weather
• Rain gear (we go rain or shine!)
• Clothes you don’t mind getting muddy
• Hat, gloves, warm layers (winter months)
Don’t forget:
• Water bottles for everyone
• Snacks or picnic lunch
• Camera to capture memories
• Sense of wonder and curiosity
Exploring the Property
Most of our 16 acres are open for your family to enjoy
Open for Exploration
Please Respect These Boundaries
Property Map: We will send a detailed map of the property to all registered families before each Open Meadow Day. The map clearly highlights open areas and restricted zones so you can explore with confidence.
Ways to Enjoy Your Time
There’s no agenda, just opportunities for connection and exploration
Important Safety Information
Water Safety
Swimming is not permitted as it is not safe in the bay.
If you bring kayaks or canoes:
Supervision & Responsibility
This is not a supervised program. Parents and guardians are fully responsible for their children and guests at all times.
Remember:
2026 Open Meadow Days
Save these dates! The last Sunday of every month, January through August.
JANUARY
25
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February
22
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March
29
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April
26
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May
31
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June
28
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July
26
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september
27
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october
25
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november
29
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2026 Open Meadow Days
This March, Open Meadow Day is getting even bigger!
On March 29, we’re combining our monthly community gathering with a Summer Camp Open House to give families a chance to explore everything Hidden Meadow has to offer this summer.
In addition to the usual trail walks, creek exploration, and fire pit hangouts, families can learn about our summer camp program, ask questions, and let potential campers experience the property where they’ll spend their summer building shelters, tracking wildlife, caring for baby ducks, and harvesting from the garden. Whether you’re already enrolled at Hidden Meadow or just discovering us for the first time, this event is open to everyone and completely free.
Camp runs three themed weeks in July and August for ages 3 to 10, with just 25 spots per week. Come see why families trust Hidden Meadow and get your questions answered in person.
2026 Open Meadow Days
RSVPs help us plan for the right number of families, coordinate fire pit access, and send you the property map and any important updates.
Open Meadow Days RSVP Form
We can’t wait to have your family join us out in the meadow! Before you arrive, we ask every family to complete this RSVP and sign our liability waiver. It takes just a few minutes and helps us keep everyone safe, prepared, and ready for a great day outside.
You’ll See Us There Too
Molly, Jake, Stella, Quincy, and Wilma will be participating in Open Meadow Days as much as possible. You’re likely to run into us on the trails, at the fire pit, or exploring the creek.
Open Meadow Days are as much for us as they are for you. We love seeing families connect with this land and with each other. We love watching children show their parents the special spots they’ve discovered. We love building community in this beautiful outdoor classroom.
We look forward to sharing this place with you and continuing to grow our Hidden Meadow community together.