Seongdong-gu Begins Full Operation of Daehyeonsan, Geumhosan, and Maebongsan Forest Experience Centers for Young Children

Starting March 18, Daehyeonsan, Geumhosan, and Maebongsan Early Childhood Forest Experience Centers for Kindergartens and Daycare Centers Begin Full Operation
Professional Early Childhood Forest Instructors Provide Seasonal Customized Forest Experience Programs and Play Activity Guidance

Seongdong-gu, Seoul (Mayor Jung Won-oh) announced that from March 18, it will officially operate the Early Childhood Forest Experience Centers where children can run and play in the forest and experience nature.

The Early Childhood Forest Experience Centers are established at three locations: Daehyeonsan, Geumhosan, and Maebongsan, each covering an area of over 5,000㎡. They are equipped with outdoor experiential learning spaces, shelters, and safety facilities. Instead of artificial structures, the play facilities use natural materials such as rocks, trees, and soil, allowing children to play using nature as the theme.

In particular, last year, the Maebongsan Early Childhood Forest Experience Center was renovated following Daehyeonsan and Geumhosan. Play facilities such as log climbing, net play, and fallen leaf pools were refurbished to provide a more comfortable and safer play environment.

Additionally, each Early Childhood Forest Experience Center has a professional certified forest instructor on site who runs seasonal customized programs and guides play activities to help children develop an interest in nature itself.

Starting this year, an 'Eoullim Class' will also be operated to allow children with and without disabilities to learn together. It is expected that all participating children will enhance their understanding of others, social relationships, emotional sensitivity, and physical development through cooperative lessons.

The Early Childhood Forest Experience Centers accept prior registrations, and a total of 30 institutions such as kindergartens and daycare centers within the district have been selected. Additional registrations for remaining classes are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Those interested can contact the Seongdong-gu Office Park and Greenery Division for detailed information.

Jung Won-oh, Mayor of Seongdong-gu, said, “I hope children can grow healthy physically and mentally through forest experiences, improving their physical development and immunity,” and added, “We will continue to do our best to provide high-quality, nature-friendly educational programs.”

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