After School Forest Adventures
Pilot Program in the Oakland Hills
Ages 6-12
Sept. 8th - October 1st
Thursdays: open enrollment
Tues & Wed: waitlisted until 3 or more join the waitlist
Spaces Limited to 10 children per day
(low income scholarships available)
Nature Connection
Wild Earth Kids has been serving Bay Area families since 2020, teaching children a plethora of ancestral skills in a fun and inclusive environment.
Skills
In the Forest Adventures Afterschool Program, children will arrive in the forest with some time to settle in and unplug from the school day before gathering for a quick circle to hear about the afternoon’s adventures.
From pine needle basketry and other hands-on crafts to archery, fire making, tracking, and shelter building, activities will vary with the day and the children’s interests. Along the way, they'll build real skills, explore their creativity, and have plenty of time to simply be outdoors.
At Home in the Wilderness
One of the great things about our programs is the hands-on experience with the natural world, whether catching lizards and insects, or foraging for wild edible plants. Children that experience a Wild Earth Kids program leave feeling more alive and connected, not only to the natural world, but also to themselves.
And we make a special effort to help each child feel included and to help children work out any quarrels that may arise. At Wild Earth Kids, we believe that the emotional development of children, as well as their connection to nature, is just as important as (and fuels) their academic success.
