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EarthWorks Trackers Forest School | Ages 8-15


*The event has already taken place on this date: Thu, 11/15/2018
Conquer advance wilderness skills, learn to lead a group, and become a mentor to others. This EarthWorks program engages pre-teens and teens in the excitement building their own civilization in the outdoors, using survival skills and teamwork.

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Trackers | Veterans Memorial Park – Penfield
Student (ages 8-15)
Session Enrollment Min: 6 Max: 15

 

A unique survival skills program, Trackers (formerly Running Wild) is designed to teach ancient knowledge and understanding of the natural world combined with unique instruction on the time-honored techniques of wilderness living.

 

Expect your child to learn about: 

  • Shelter & fire building
  • Identification of flora and fauna
  • Plants for food & medicine
  • Purification of water
  • Natural navigation
  • Wildcrafting & responsible tool use

EarthWorks learning guides encourage students to practice:

  • Wonders of the environment
  • Natural processes through immersion
  • Full sensory experience with nature
  • Working with peers
  • Practicing wilderness skills

Our curriculum combines unique outdoor games with challenges that give children the confidence to discover the outdoors in a safe and meaningful way.

 

Our goal is to activate each child’s curiosity and love for learning while fostering personal growth, social responsibility, and bonds that last a lifetime.

 

Fall 2018 Sessions | $275*
September 12th – November 14th
Session 1: Wednesdays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Session 2: Thursdays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

 

Register Now
Interested in a waitlist option? Please contact us at info@earthworksinst.org
*Single sibling discounts available when registering


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Location:

Veterans Memorial Park - Penfield NY
3100 Atlantic Avenue
Penfield, NY, 14526
United States

Phone:

585-861-8127
Contact name: 
Ashley Steinkamp
Email address: 
The event has already taken place on this date: 
11/15/2018
Time: 
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM