“Nature-based play isn’t just about being outdoors. It’s about giving children authentic opportunities to practice and strengthen executive functioning skills for life.”
We believe children build the strongest executive functioning (EF) skills when they’re immersed in meaningful, real-world experiences.
Our Outdoor Social Groups, officially called the EF Social Outpost, combine nature play, parent coaching, and peer interaction to help children grow in independence, creativity, and problem-solving, all while having fun!
This program is designed for children with Social Executive Function challenges, and equally for parents who want tools and strategies they can carry into everyday life.
Sticks become swords, leaves become money. Imagination thrives in nature!
Kids make choices, take ownership, and build independence.
Children stretch their comfort zones while learning collaboration and resilience.
Time outdoors encourages calm, reduces stress, and supports overall well-being.
Stacy Halk brings over 20 years of experience in education, public schools, and nonprofit work focused on special education and financial literacy.
She holds degrees in Early Education and Speech & Language Pathology from Towson University and has specialized training in occupational therapy nature play.
Stacy is passionate about supporting GrowNOW’s mission to improve quality of life for youth and families navigating ADHD and executive function challenges.
The EF Social Outpost meets Tuesdays from 4:00–6:00 PM at 106 Laurelwood Drive in Downingtown, PA.
This program is designed for children ages 9–12 who benefit from building social and executive function skills through real-world experiences.
Families may choose between:
· Single sessions – $250 each, or
· Full 4-week package – $899
Space is limited to maintain small group sizes and ensure meaningful participation for every child.
