Discover how Whet Your Palette combines outdoor creativity and kindergarten readiness, offering kids a fun-filled environment to learn, play, and grow amid nature.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours per session
Fitness Level
Children should be able to move comfortably and participate in age-appropriate activities.
Wildlife
History
The program is part of a longstanding community effort to integrate outdoor education into early childhood development, emphasizing kindness and creativity.
Conservation
Activities include lessons on respecting nature, with a focus on Leave No Trace principles to minimize environmental impact.
Whet Your Palette
Discover how Whet Your Palette combines outdoor creativity and kindergarten readiness, offering kids a fun-filled environment to learn, play, and grow amid nature.
Whet Your Palette is a community-focused art studio offering a wide range of painting classes, camps, and private events. The studio specializes in hands-on, instructor-led and independent painting experiences for adults and children, including themed summer camps, drop-off classes, and offsite face painting. Whet Your Palette’s program mix includes week-long camps for ages 4–6, 7–9, and 10–12, one-day camp options, Parent’s Night Out drop-off classes, children’s parties, and adult paint-and-sip style events where hosts select the painting, date, and refreshments.
For private gatherings, options include fully hosted adult parties with a dedicated instructor, “It’s Your Room” private sessions that provide studio space without a dedicated instructor, and off-site or virtual event services. Many experiences list logistical details such as three-hour private party windows, on-site snack and drink purchases, and staff-managed cleanup after events. Camp sessions include hands-on art projects across painting and sculpture and ask attendees to bring a lunch or snack when noted; some one-day camps meet at 1415 Evergreen Road, across from The Village Anchor.
Safety, creativity, and convenience guide the offerings: drop-off classes for children provide supervised creative time, while adult events emphasize a relaxed, social atmosphere. Booking is available online for select registrations and private-party reservations. Whet Your Palette positions itself as an accessible choice for families and groups seeking guided art activities, summer camp options, and customizable private celebrations. Registration and event details appear under listings such as CAL, CAL - ONLINE REGISTRATION, and CAL: ONE DAY for one-day and multi-day program options.
Experiences
16 experiences
Wide selection across ages and formats
Camp Formats
Week & One-Day
Age-specific camps 4–12
Private Parties
3 hours
Typical private party window
Offsite Services
Face painting
Offsite and virtual events available
Reserve a private party, register for camp, or use CAL listings to view one-day events and registration.
Choose lightweight art supplies
Use easily portable, washable supplies to keep sessions smooth and mess-free.
Plan for weather changes
Schedule activities in flexible outdoor spaces that can adapt to rain or sun.
Encourage teamwork
Assign group projects to foster cooperation and social skills.
Prepare for outdoor safety
Ensure children wear sunscreen, hats, and proper footwear for protection.
Outdoor Art Supplies
Washable paints, brushes, and paper to facilitate creative expression outdoors.
Sun Protection Gear
Sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to protect children from sun exposure.
summer
Comfortable Footwear
Sturdy shoes suitable for outdoor environments and active movement.
Reusable Water Bottle
Keeps children hydrated during outdoor activities.