What People Say

"Talk about having fun at work! I taught in the summer program that led to the establishment of Nature's Classroom. Our goal was to have the students learn how to enjoy outdoor recreation and appreciate nature's beauty."

"The river belongs to everyone. Children are future voters and taxpayers. They will be making decisions on properties such as Nature's Classroom. This experience expands their ability to make intelligent decisions in the future."
Bob Martinez
Governor of Florida, 1987-1991
Nature's Classroom Campaign Steering Committee, Co-Chair
Hillsborough Education Foundation Board Member

"Nature's Classroom is a unique spot with incredible experiences available for the students. The impact on the children is tremendous. It builds independence and a true love for the outdoors"
Amy Shimberg
Parent, Grandparent
Nature's Classroom Campaign Steering Committee, Co-Chair
Hillsborough Education Foundation, Vice Chairman

"My son was up in a tree in our backyard and I saw him eating Spanish moss. In a panic, I ran out and yelled up to him to stop eating the moss! He calmly looked down at me and said, 'It's okay Mom, we learned in Nature's Classroom that you can eat a certain part of Spanish moss and they taught us how.' I was relieved and impressed."
Mary Fogarty
Parent, Class of 1997

"Nature's Classroom gives our children a first-hand unspoiled look at nature and creates respect and an appreciation to keep it that way."
Mary Rapore
Independent TV Producer of Nature Programs