Summer Learning Program: D&D (Ages 12 to 17)

📅 Program Details

Monday–Thursday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Extended care available

Sanctuary Summer Learning Program: D&D on the Farm

Hands in the Dirt. Stories in the Making. Hearts with the Animals.

The Sanctuary Summer Learning Program combines the magic of Dungeons & Dragons, outdoor learning, and meaningful animal connections in a peaceful farm sanctuary setting.

Children and teens step into an imaginative, story-driven world where they become adventurers, storytellers, and problem-solvers while also caring for rescued animals and spending intentional time in nature.

Through guided D&D gameplay, creative storytelling, and hands-on animal care, learners build confidence, empathy, collaboration skills, and a deep appreciation for the natural world all while having the best summer of their lives.

What Makes This Program Special

Why Families Love Sanctuary Learning

• 🌿 Screen-free, outdoor learning rooted in nature and imagination

• 🧭 Gentle structure with room for creativity, choice, and exploration

• 🐐 Meaningful, guided interactions with rescued farm animals

• 🎲 D&D-based learning that builds social skills, empathy, teamwork, problem-solving, and emotional regulation

• 🎨 A unique blend of mindfulness, art, compassion, and play

D&D is used as a learning and social tool, not just a game helping children practice communication, patience, leadership, and creative thinking in a supportive, inclusive environment.

A Typical Day

Morning Meeting

Learning Session 1: Creative & Storytelling Lesson

Learning Session 2: D&D Gameplay
Guided tabletop gameplay focused on cooperation, building social skills, imagination, and decision-making.

Lunch & Free Time

Nature Exploration

Learning Session 3: D&D Gameplay
The adventure continues—applying creativity, strategy, and teamwork.

Animal Connection Time
Hands-on animal care, observation, and gentle interactions with rescued animals.

Closing Circle