Join us for a new one-night camping experience. This overnight is for 9-13-year-old Monthlies students enrolled at the Tolt-MacDonald Park location. Featuring fire, food, and fun! Students enrolled at our Tolt-MacDonald Park location can now celebrate the end of the year by camping out with the friends they’ve gotten to know over the course of […]
“My daughter looks forward to her WAS day all week long. Her confidence and competence in the outdoors is well beyond my hopes for her.” – Parent of an 8-year-old Foxes student “My kids love the overall experience. I know the experience they are having is something that isn’t always quantifiable but I can see […]
“During the ride home from Castaway Camp, our son regaled us with camp stories. He described challenges he faced and overcame with support from his new camp friends. With a broad smile he excitedly shared funny moments, and in a tender voice, he said he experienced the most amazing moments that stirred emotions he hadn’t […]
“This program allows young people to set a challenging goal -to make a bow and learn to use it- and then work hard until they have accomplished their goal. What a terrific way to spend a week!” – Parent of a 13-year-old “My camper is very proud of the bow she made. I like most the independence and confidence my camper […]
“We have a lot of fun in nature, a refreshing change from regular life where you can just let go of whatever else is going on and just relax and have a good time… and be aware and connected with the earth, I feel comfortable there.” “Thank you for all you do for our children. […]
“My 11-year-old daughter had a great time in Fishing Skills Camp, and she is not a naturally outdoorsy kid. The guides were calm and friendly and made it really fun for the kids with games and other activities. My daughter learned a lot of interesting information about the best places to find fish, natural signs […]
“I loved camp because I got knife certified and learned about many different knots. My instructor was so nice and helped me start carving a spoon. I want to do this camp until I am 13.” – Gus (Camper, age 9) “My child has flourished at camp learning new skills. The leaders are wonderful role […]
“Our son has had a a phenomenal experience with Wilderness Awareness camps. He comes home dirty, tired and with bits of knowledge about the outdoors that he loves to share with us. I’ve noticed an increased desire to spend time outside since he’s started attending these camps. The program is well run and organized, we […]
By increasing their awareness of the natural world, kids ages 6 to 13 deepen their knowledge of plants, animals, the land, and their place within it. Highly skilled instructors support students as they learn to identify and use wild plants, track animals, listen to the secret language of birds, practice survival and scout skills, connect […]
Through play and exploration, our monthly Jays program is where little nature lovers ages 4 to 6 build connections with plants, animals, the land, and each other. Highly skilled instructors propel our youngest students into a lifelong relationship with the natural world. Our Jays are guided into experiences that help them deepen their connection to […]