Root yourself
in nature-based learning.
In nature, we find everything we need.
Let’s begin with the premise that you are in nature as soon as you move out your door. Whether that door leads to a lush forest or an urban landscape, nature can be found and meaningfully interacted with anywhere in the world. Now consider that outdoor and nature-based learning offers a multitude of opportunities for experiential and interdisciplinary learning, as well as physical and mental health benefits for all ages. Let’s also settle into the fact that we are inherently part of nature, and when we establish strong roots in nature-based learning, the education possibilities expand along with our sense of connection to place, building an emotional foundation to ground into for life.
We offer support for children, youth, families, educators, and schools.
Are you a teacher new to taking learning outdoors; a parent or caregiver who wants to enjoy exploring local parks and green spaces with a child or youth in a meaningful way; a program or school director who wants their staff empowered to spend more time in an outdoor classroom? Do you have many years of experience as an outdoor or environmental educator, but you’re ready to revive, re-imagine, and expand your practices? We will support you.
It’s time to experience the full spectrum of benefits
that come as the result of taking learning outdoors.
Dedicated to supporting whole-human development by ensuring that all children and the grown-ups who guide them have equitable access to experience meaningful time learning in, about, and with nature.
Mentoring & Consulting
Administrators & Educators, when you are working with children and youth, it is crucial to meet them where they are; we do this for you too, helping you to achieve your personal or program goals by providing individualized support for you, your program, or your school.
Professional Development
We provide unique-to-you PD opportunities, that we’ll co-create to ensure your learning community’s needs are met. We also bring together a diverse group of highly skilled outdoor and nature-based education professionals to provide workshops and learning opportunities for all teachers, from the novice to the long-time outdoor educator, from preschool through high school.
Parent & Caregiver Support
If you value having children and youth in nature, but don’t know how to ensure a positive experience for the whole family, or maybe you want to deepen that experience; if you need guidance on communicating with children or youth, and supporting them in developing necessary social and emotional skills, we have offerings that will prepare you for success.
Essential Nature Initiative
Outdoor learning from Preschool to High School.
Through our Essential Nature Initiative, we partner with public and private schools to implement a Nature-Based Education Continuum, ensuring that outdoor and nature-based learning becomes an integral part of every student’s education experience, from preschool through high school. Together, we can address barriers to equitable access, develop safety policies & procedures, and move any type of learning outdoors, adapting curriculum to transition smoothly, meeting academic goals and standards.