Testimonials
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"(Mohr's Explorers) is terrific and I constantly encourage students to try it. In the short run, kids have a good time. In the LONG run, kids are challenged to try new activities and skills. That "trying" is what makes them live better, more courageous lives. (The Mohr's Explorers') staff understands this philosophy. It is a pleasure to work with (Mike) and with them."
-- Judith Deppe, After-School Program Director, Ethical Culture
"My two girls have been attending Mohr's Explorers after-school programs and overnight camping trips for three years. It is the single most consistent activity in their repertoire. They love the way the Mohr's leaders handle the group - with adequate freedom but with clear rules and guidelines. This allows them to be effusive about what they're doing while they feel safe. I trust the Mohr's leaders explicitly. Mike is a strict manager who sets clear expectations of his crew. My favorite part about Mohr's Explorers is how much my kids have learned about nature - specific facts and information about nature in Central Park, and how to care for and respect their natural surroundings. This program will have a
longstanding influence on my children."-- Ilene Rosenthal, parent to Amelia & Cara Geser (Ethical Culture)
"I like Mohr's because they take regular games like tag and dodgeball and turn them into more special things...It's just a lot of fun."-- Brent Romanow, Master Explorer (Columbia Grammar)
"You can tell that we've just loved Mohr's Explorers. We have two kids in the program with a third who can't wait to be old enough to participate. Mohr's Explorers is a great option for parents who are frustrated that their kids can't just run out their backdoor and play with neighborhood kids in the backyard...My daughter now knows her way around Central Park better than I do! Mohr's Explorers has even taught her how to find her way if she gets turned around. My kids have had a ball making stick forts and playing childhood games we had almost forgotten. Mohr's Explorers has done a great job instilling a sense of respect and appreciation for nature. Leave No Trace, which they teach, has now become the mantra when we take outdoor family outings. In addition, my daughter can easily identify different types of birds and just loves quietly sitting in the park to watch them. Mike has done a great job of communicating with the kids what their responsibility is in this program. He firmly sets the rules and boundaries and has methods for enforcing these guidelines that
allow the kids to learn and grow."-- Kathy Wilkey, parent to Helen, Blake & Grace (Metropolitan Montessori first, then Geneva)
"Mohr's Explorers!!!"-- Conway Dobbs (Calhoun), when asked what was his favorite thing about 2nd grade.
"Mohr's Explorers exposes your children to the world of nature, but most importantly for us city-dwellers, it takes the 'Urban' out of
raising your children in Manhattan."-- Suzanne Herz, parent to Julia (Dalton) & Nicholas Daniel (Rodeph Sholom)
"Mohr's Explorers is the ultimate 'backyard adventure.' The program allows kids to fully experience the wonder of Central Park. With its counselors, Mohr's Explorers takes full advantage of the park to inspire children's imaginations and foster their love for the outdoors...
In short, they can be kids."-- Beth Berman, parent to Sam (P.S. 333)
"Dear Mike, I love Mohr's Explorers more than anything. I'm not kidding. Your old pal, Elinor."-- Holiday card from Elinor Foote (Marymount), age 7
As a naturalist, author and environmental educator myself, it's always a great pleasure to work with Mike Mohr and see what an excellent job he's doing to promote Earth literacy among kids. (We've worked together on occasion since 2004). His Explorers learn a huge amount about their natural environment, and how to interact with the Earth in a positive manner, hands-on. I often work with school classes that include kids who've participated in Mike's programs. Not only do they all speak very highly of his work, but it's obvious how at home they are not only learning about nature outdoors, but also how much they already know. This is one of the very best nature programs for kids I've ever encountered and I highly recommend it for anyone with kids who love nature, the outdoors or science.
Happy Foraging!