News from the Wild: Winter soil camps, and more!
Hello EverWild Families!
This week, students will be exploring the intricacies of winter soil and the vital role of decomposers in ecosystem health. Additionally, the focus is on fungi, examining their fascinating diversity and significance. Moreover, some classes will engaging in the Great Backyard Bird Count, contributing to citizen science by observing and documenting bird populations in their local environments.
Parent Tip of the Week
Teaching your child the art of quiet observation is a valuable skill that can enrich their connection to the natural world in profound ways. Encourage them to find a comfortable spot outdoors, perhaps under the shade of a tree or beside a babbling brook, where they can sit quietly and simply be present in nature.
As they observe their surroundings, encourage them to engage their senses fully – to listen to the rustle of leaves in the wind, to feel the warmth of the sun on their skin, to notice the intricate patterns of a spider's web glistening with dew.
This practice fosters patience as they learn to tune into the subtle rhythms of the natural world.
Moreover, quiet observation cultivates mindfulness, as they become fully immersed in the present moment, letting go of worries and distractions and experiencing a sense of calm and tranquility. Through this practice, children develop a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of all living things.
Best Camps in the Treasure Valley
NEW Trail Blazer Camps
We are excited to hold Trail Blazer Camps for kids aged 11-13 on June 18-20, July 23-25, and August 6-8.
Enroll in the Treasure Valley’s Best Summer Camps
June - August
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
5-day, 4-day, and 3-day camps
Designed for ages 4-13
2024-2025 School Year
Enrollment for the academic year 2024-2025 at EverWild Forest School is officially underway! Enter the code EARLYBIRD when you register to waive the $75 materials fee (offer valid until February 23).
We're eagerly looking forward to welcoming your children for another year with EverWild!
Become an Outdoor Educator!
We're looking for two individuals who are passionate about children and the outdoors to join us as After School Program Facilitators. Thanks to a generous grant from the Whittenberger Foundation, this program is provided free of charge to children from low-income families.
Program Duration: March 25 - May 24
Hours: 3:15 pm - 6:00 pm, Monday-Friday
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.
