News from the Wild: Earth Systems, Parent Tip, and Events
Hello, Families! We trust that you had a fantastic Fall Break and were able to take some time to appreciate all the wonderful things in your lives. Here at EverWild, we cannot express enough how grateful we are for each and every one of you.
This week at EverWild, we have some exciting topics lined up for our learning adventure! Get ready for your kids to jump into the truly remarkable topic of Earth systems, including the Biosphere, Hydrosphere, Atmosphere, and Geosphere. We'll also be exploring the wonders of temperature, how we measure it, and even discovering the intriguing concept of circadian rhythms. It's going to be a week filled with exploration and discovery as we take a big-picture view of our incredible planet, while also appreciating the seasonal and daily rhythms that surround us.
Parent Tip of the Week
Here come the December Holidays, creeping up on us very quickly! While this is a magical time of year in so many ways, it can also feel stressful, demanding, and exhausting. When we feel like we're being pulled in so many directions and have so many things on our schedule, it's natural to lose our cool a few times. When we lose our cool, our kids tend to follow suit. If a situation arises where you are short, rude, or dismissive of your kids, if you take out a bit of your emotions on them... just apologize to them. Seriously, do it! Kids are forgiving, and receiving an apology from their parents shows them that we are all human beings who make mistakes, and it's okay to not be perfect. An apology teaches our kids the importance of taking responsibility for our actions, and it provides them with a model of how it's done. It also shows our children respect, and when they feel that from their parents, it builds trust and strengthens the relationship. A bit of connection and an apology are truly gifts that you can give your kids!
Looking for more forest school adventures?
Is your child yearning for more time outdoors? Give them more opportunities to immerse themselves in nature by enrolling them in a second class. This will not only expand their days at forest school but also provide them with a 4 or 5-day schedule, just like many of our students.
Community Rewards
Did you know EverWild is a part of the Fred Meyer Community Rewards Program? This program makes fundraising easy by donating to our scholarship fund based on the shopping you already do!
Winter Break Camp
Winter Break Camp will be happening January 2 - 5, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
If you're registering two or more children in our Winter Camp, use code YAY at checkout for 10% off.
*Discount does not apply to Fall Camp*
If you're interested in our Spring Break Camp March 18 - 22, 2024, kindly fill out this Interest Form to help us make the necessary arrangements.
No EverWild classes will take place December 25 - January 5.
Upcoming Events
Coffee for a Cause
Celebrate Giving Tuesday with us TOMORROW! Join us at both Dawson Taylor locations and make a difference with every purchase. 10% of all purchases made on this special day will be donated to EverWild. When you visit the downtown location from 9 AM to 2 PM, you'll also have the chance to enter our coffee lover's raffle.
Wine Not Give Trivia Night
Join us on December 5th, from 5 - 8 PM, for an evening of nature-themed trivia, fine wine, and charitable giving! It is FREE to play, and we have some incredible prizes for the winning teams. Rally your friends, brainstorm a clever team name, and get ready to put your knowledge to the test! 20% off all purchases from the evening will be donated to EverWild Forest School's Education Fund.
Winter Solstice Celebration
Come join us during this joyful season as we celebrate Yule and the Winter Solstice. Every family will have the opportunity to create their own Yule log and ignite it using a communal candle. We can't wait to see you on December 16th at 5:00 pm.
Teacher Sponsors
A heartfelt thank you goes out to our generous supporters who sponsored EverWild educators by purchasing rechargeable hand warmers. These thoughtful contributions have already made a significant impact, providing much-needed relief on the chilly days our educators face.
For those interested in other ways to contribute, please take a look at our wishlist for other essential items we currently need. Your support ensures that we can continue providing a comfortable and effective learning environment for both our educators and participants.
We hope you have a wonderful week! Be sure to follow along our adventures on Instagram and Facebook!
EverWild Forest School is an initiative under the umbrella of the National Outdoor Learning Alliance (NOLA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. NOLA operates with a broader mission to amplify outdoor learning opportunities. This overarching organization provides crucial resources, funding, and support to various programs and initiatives, such as EverWild Forest School, that aim to increase access to outdoor learning for youth across the nation.
