Nature Studies is a "Naturalist in Residence" Program primarily for grades 3-5, spanning the year with seasonally appropriate lessons in forest and watershed ecology; wildlife studies (habitats, predator/prey relationships, tracking); resident and migratory birds; the intertidal zone; forest succession; and fungus, bacteria, and invertebrates, among other subjects.

For four hours each fall, winter, and spring, students learn natural science through direct experience with nature. The curriculum is aligned with the core content of state and school district curriculum requirements for the sciences, and also features safety training, team-building exercises, and role-play games. Nature Studies depends on support from parent-teacher organizations, local residents, businesses, and private foundations. Sales of Discovery Southeast publications also support this unique program.