Welcome to Muddy Boot Prints
One of Vancouver's unlicensed outdoor early learning programs!
2.5-5 year olds 4 mornings a week in East Van.
Assisting children in connecting to the land and building community in Vancouver's Parks.
Exceptional educators who offer outstanding programming.
We acknowledge that our programs happen on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We raise our hands in thanks for the honour and privilege to conduct our classes on these lands.
Learn More2025-26 Program Availability
Flicker Program —4 mornings a week (Mon-Thurs)
Currently contacting waitlisted families
Summer Camps 2026
Great news! We will be running two weeks of summer camps in July 2026. Follow the registration link below to read more!
Learn More & RegisterNow Accepting Registrations
Muddy Boot Prints is now accepting registrations for the 2026–27 school year. Head to our registration page to learn more about joining our programs!
Registration PageConnecting children with the natural environment
Muddy Boot Prints strives to connect children with the natural environment.... in the middle of a bustling city. Vancouver is a diverse city in both it's culture and it's landscapes. It is a host to a wide variety of parks that offer a never ending change in landscape and exploration opportunities.
Multiple programs are located throughout Vancouver between MacDonald St and Renfrew St. Muddy Boot Prints is an outdoor early learning program offering classes for 2.5- 6 yr olds, 4 days a week in both the morning (east and west) and afternoon (east side only).
If you have further questions, please don't hesitate to contact us directly.
Contact Us HereBenefits of Outdoor Education
Why should we get outside? What makes getting into the great outdoors so wonderful for my child?
Take a quick read to answer a few of these questions and more.
Learn More about Outdoor EducationA Typical Day at Muddy Boot Prints
Our days and activities are never same old, same old.
We do have a daily routine, but at the same time we strive to
keep it interesting and stay as flexible as the interests of your child.