Homeschool Classes
Ages 6–13
Our Homeschool Clubs are for families who want their children to understand and feel deeply connected to the natural world. Classes are conducted 100% outdoors and with access to trails, rivers, caves, and a well–ventilated tipi!
Children Will:
- Develop a deeper connection with nature
- Gain knowledge about local plants, animals, and ecosystems in Central Oregon
- Learn interpersonal skills and make friends
- Become better at maintaining focus
- Learn how to thrive in challenging situations
- Exercise their growing minds so that they can develop in a positive and healthy setting
Your programs have changed my son’s life in very powerful ways. He learned to embrace his uniqueness! I saw him grow into a more confident young man that is more in touch with himself on a spiritual level and with nature. He learned to be quiet within himself and for him that has been profound!
Thank you for all you offer!
Program Description
Our Homeschool Programs consist of outings that provide adventure and rich learning opportunities for children ages 6 – 13. The program is open to all families, even if you do not Homeschool. Spending time outdoors learning, playing, and exploring has countless benefits for children’s emotions, physical health, social development, and happiness. According to Aurora Early Childhood Education, mixed-age learning environments nurture early childhood learning and leadership, help kids establish a sense of uniqueness, encourage cooperation over competition, introduce new ways for kids to develop and grow, and help kids grow more confident. In the Tracker’s Club program, we allow participants to experience and study the land they call home. Each class has a unique and fun theme such as “Primitive Skills” and “Local Animals.” Although we follow a curriculum, we also welcome spontaneous exploration, investigation, and intuitive changes of focus. Our learning philosophies and many of our activities are inspired by Coyote’s Guide to Connecting with Nature by Jon Young, Ellen Haas, and Evan McGown. Much of our curriculum has been developed by us as well. We facilitate a variety of activities such as nature arts and crafts, attuning to the wild, tracking, primitive skills, survival skills, nature songs, and much more! Along with the in person classes, we also give parents tools for continuing the learning at home through follow-up exercises and resources. You are welcome to sign up for as many of these sessions as you want.
Fall 2022 Programs
Wednesday
Ancestral Skills
Locations:
Tumalo State Park, Juniper Jungle Farm, Skyliner Lodge
Please review details about these locations before registering
Health and Safety:
Please review our Health and Safety Policies here
Fees:
Early Bird through May 14th, 2022: $747 + $40 materials fee
Regular: $797 Regular + $40 materials fee
Wednesdays September 21st, 2022- December 14th, 2022
9:30am – 3:30pm
Ages 6 – 11
No class:
Wednesday, November 23rd
September 21st
Tumalo State Park
“Community and Primitive Games”
September 28th
Tumalo State Park
“Andy Goldsworthy Nature Art”
October 5th
Tumalo State Park
“Foraged Edibles”
October 12th
Tumalo State Park
“Animals of Cascadia”
October 19th
Juniper Jungle Learning Farm
“Netting”
October 26th
Juniper Jungle Learning Farm
“Samhain Ancestral Celebration”
November 2nd
Juniper Jungle Learning Farm
“Bark Tan Furs”
November 9th
Juniper Jungle Learning Farm
“Fire Techniques”
November 16th
Juniper Jungle Learning Farm
“Ash Cakes and Jam”
No Class: November 23rd
November 30th
Skyliner Lodge
“Cold Weather Shelter Techniques”
December 7th
Skyliner Lodge
“Songline and Drum Circle”
December 14th
Skyliner Lodge
“Winter Solstice Celebration”
Thursday
Bushcraft Academy
Locations:
Tumalo State Park, Juniper Jungle Farm, Skyliner Lodge
Please review details about these locations before registering
Health and Safety:
Please review our Health and Safety Policies here
Fees:
Early Bird through May 14th, 2022: $747 + $40 materials fee
Regular: $797 Regular + $40 materials fee
Thursdays September 22nd, 2022 -December 15th, 2022
9:30am – 3:30pm
Ages 7 – 13
No class:
Thursday, November 24th
September 22nd
Tumalo State Park
“Community + Edible Plants”
September 29th
Tumalo State Park
“Herbology 101”
October 6th
Tumalo State Park
“Earth Pigment Printing”
October 13th
Tumalo State Park
“Wild about Willows”
October 20th
Juniper Jungle Learning Farm
“Knife Safety and Carving 101”
October 27th
Juniper Jungle Learning Farm
“Turning of the Wheel Celebration”
November 3rd
Juniper Jungle Learning Farm
“Fire Foundations”
November 10th
Juniper Jungle Learning Farm
“Elderberry Syrup and Soda”
November 17th
Juniper Jungle Learning Farm
“Ancient Tales and Fire”
No Class: November 24th
December 1st
Skyliner Lodge
“Buckskin Bags”
December 8th
Skyliner Lodge
“Music + Sensory Awareness”
December 15th
Skyliner Lodge
“Winter Solstice Celebration”
