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Ages 6 and under
Ages 6 – 12
Teens
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Year-long Program – Weekdays
Year-long Program – Weekends
Spring Break
Summer
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North Vancouver
Vancouver
Coquitlam
Delta
Year-long Programs
Several options to get into the forest regularly over the course of the school year to enrich children’s learning through nature awareness and connection, in a unique outdoor environment.
Forest Learners School
The Forest Learners Program is an immersive two-day-per-week nature-based program which can be combined with another two-day program run by a public Online School blended program. More information about this program will be provided upon registration. The small class size (14-15) and high adult-to-child ratio (1:7) support our philosophy for hands-on, project-based, and passion-driven learning in a setting that enables secure, genuine, and caring attachment between learner and mentor.
Grades 1 to 5
Dates
Monday to Thursday
Location
North Vancouver – Capilano Regional Park and Camp Capilano
Middle School Programs
We are excited to introduce two unique programs designed specifically for middle school learners: the Tuesday Wilderness Adventure and Wednesday Citizen Science Programs. These programs offer learners the opportunity to explore the great outdoors, learn practical skills, contribute to their community, and make new friends.
Ages 11-14 | Grades 6 to 8
Dates & Location
Tuesdays – North Vancouver
Wednesdays – North Shore Locations
Young Sprouts Weekly Nature School
A forest adventure every week during the school year for a younger age group to experience opportunities for independence, emotional and social awareness, and comfort within the natural world. Weeks are spent creating a solid foundation of outdoor and place-based learning. The small class size of 12 and high adult to child ratio (1:6) enables high-quality interactions and connections with students. Â
Ages 4 to 6
Dates & Location
Thursdays – Vancouver
Weekly Nature School
An adventure in the forest every week during the school year to create deep nature connection and awareness. The small class size and the majority of time spent in a small group environment of 8 kids per mentor support high-quality interactions and programming customized to the group’s specific needs and interests.
Ages 7 to 12
Dates & Location
Wednesdays – North Vancouver
Thursdays – Vancouver
Monthly Nature School
A forest day almost every month during the school year for a total of 7 sessions to reorient youth to nature and support connection with a sense of place. Each session provides inspiration and direction for skills, projects, and challenges.
Ages 6 to 12
Dates & Location
Tuesdays – Coquitlam
Tuesdays – North Vancouver
Fridays – North Vancouver
Fridays – Vancouver
Fridays – Delta
Teen Internship
A day spent in the forest almost every month during the school year for teens with previous Soaring Eagle Nature School experience to be a mentor alongside Soaring Eagle instructors. Each of the 7 sessions allows teens to utilize their knowledge and skills to support younger kids and to continue practicing awareness and nature connection while developing a new skill set and gaining volunteer hours.
Teen Wild Within Program
A once a month teen wilderness adventure with eight Saturdays at local parks over the course of a year.
Ages 13 to 18
Dates & Location
Saturdays – Various BC Parks
Forest Learners School
A four-day-per-week nature-based program that merges the BC core curriculum and academics with Soaring Eagle Nature School programming. Two days spent in an indoor setting is complemented by two full days in the forest. The small class size (14-15) and high adult-to-child ratio (1:7) support our philosophy for hands-on, project-based, and passion-driven learning in a setting that enables secure, genuine, and caring attachment between learner and mentor.
Grades 1 to 5
Dates
Monday to Thursday
Location
North Vancouver – Capilano Regional Park and Camp Capilano
Middle School Programs
We are excited to introduce two unique programs designed specifically for middle school learners: the Tuesday Wilderness Adventure and Wednesday Citizen Science Programs. These programs offer learners the opportunity to explore the great outdoors, learn practical skills, contribute to their community, and make new friends.
Ages 11-14 | Grades 6 to 8
Dates & Location
Tuesdays – North Vancouver
Wednesdays – North Shore Locations
Young Sprouts Weekly Nature School
A forest adventure every week during the school year for a younger age group to experience opportunities for independence, emotional and social awareness, and comfort within the natural world. Weeks are spent on creating a solid foundation of outdoor and place-based learning. The small class size of 12 and high adult to child ratio (1:6) enables high-quality interactions and connections with students. Â
Ages 4 to 6
Dates & Location
Thursdays – Vancouver
Weekly Nature School
An adventure in the forest every week during the school year to create deep nature connection and awareness. The small class size and the majority of time spent in a small group environment of 7 kids per mentor support high-quality interactions and programming customized to the group’s specific needs and interests.
Ages 7 to 12
Dates & Location
Wednesdays – North Vancouver
Thursdays – Vancouver
Monthly Nature School
A forest day almost every month during the school year for a total of 7 sessions to reorient youth to nature and support connection with a sense of place. Each session provides inspiration and direction for skills, projects, and challenges.
Ages 6 to 12
Dates & Location
Tuesdays – Coquitlam
Tuesdays – North Vancouver
Fridays – North Vancouver
Fridays – Vancouver
Fridays – Delta
Teen Internship
A day spent in the forest almost every month during the school year for teens with previous Soaring Eagle experience to be a mentor alongside Soaring Eagle instructors. Each of the 7 sessions allows teens to utilize their knowledge and skills to support younger kids and to continue practicing awareness and nature connection while developing a new skill set and gaining volunteer hours.
Teen Wild Within Program
A once a month teen wilderness adventure with 8 Saturdays at local parks over the course of a year.Â
Ages 13 to 18
Dates & Location
Saturdays – Various BC Parks
Seasonal Programs
Our 5-day camps during Spring Break and Summer are fun-filled days in nature packed with learning and adventure! Camps are a great introduction to Soaring Eagle programming and a way to continue building on year-long program experiences.
Spring Break Camp
A 5-day camp to explore the natural world and deepen connection with it in small group adventures (7 kids per mentor). Using city parks as our venue, we explore edible and medicinal plants, mammals and wildlife tracking, survival skills and nature crafting, gaining valuable skills while having a blast!
Ages 6 to 12
Locations
North Vancouver
VancouverÂ
Summer Forest Camp
A 5-day camp to explore the natural world and deepen connection with it in small group adventures (8 kids per mentor). Using city parks as our venue, we explore edible and medicinal plants, mammals and wildlife tracking, survival skills, and nature crafting, gaining valuable skills while having a blast!
Ages 6 to 12
Locations
Vancouver, North Vancouver, Coquitlam and Delta
Summer Ocean & Forest Camp
A 5-day camp to explore the natural world and deepen connection with it in a setting with beach and forest access. Using city parks as our venue, we explore edible and medicinal plants, mammals and wildlife tracking, survival skills, and nature crafting, gaining valuable skills while having a blast.
Ages 6 to 12
Locations
Acadia Beach Park
Summer Advanced Camp
An advanced 5-day camp for youth with previous Soaring Eagle experience and at the older end of our camp age range to explore higher-level skills, like bow drill making, and deepen naturalist and awareness skills!
Ages 9 to 14
Locations
Vancouver and North
Vancouver
Summer Young Sprouts Camp
A 5-day camp for a younger age group with a shorter day to explore the natural world and deepen their connection to it in a small group adventures. Using city parks as our venue, we explore edible and medicinal plants, mammals and wildlife tracking, and other valuable skills while having a blast!
Ages 4 to 6
Locations
Vancouver and North
Vancouver locations
Summer Teen Internship
A five-day internship at summer camp for teens with previous Soaring Eagle Nature School experience to be a mentor alongside Soaring Eagle instructors. Teens are empowered to share their knowledge and skills to support younger kids and to continue practicing awareness and nature connection while developing a new skill set and gaining volunteer hours.
Spring Break Camp
A 5-day camp to explore the natural world and deepen connection with it in small group adventures (7 kids per mentor). Using city parks as our venue, we explore edible and medicinal plants, mammals and wildlife tracking, survival skills, and nature crafting, gaining valuable skills while having a blast!
Ages 6 to 12
Locations
North Vancouver and
Vancouver locations
Summer Forest Camp
A 5-day camp to explore the natural world and deepen connection with it in small group adventures (7 kids per mentor). Using city parks as our venue, we explore edible and medicinal plants, mammals and wildlife tracking, survival skills, and nature crafting, gaining valuable skills while having a blast!
Ages 6 to 12
Locations
Vancouver, North Vancouver, Coquitlam and Delta
Summer Ocean & Forest Camp
A 5-day camp to explore the natural world and deepen connection with it in a setting with beach and forest access. Using city parks as our venue, we explore edible and medicinal plants, mammals and wildlife tracking, survival skills, and nature crafting, gaining valuable skills while having a blast.
Ages 6 to 12
Locations
Acadia Beach Park
Summer Advanced Camp
An advanced 5-day camp for youth with previous Soaring Eagle experience and at the older end of our camp age range to explore higher-level skills, like bow drill making, and deepen naturalist and awareness skills!
Ages 9 to 14
Locations
Vancouver and North
Vancouver locations
Summer Young Sprouts Camp
A 5-day camp for a younger age group with a shorter day to explore the natural world and deepen their connection to it in a small group adventures. Using city parks as our venue, we explore edible and medicinal plants, mammals and wildlife tracking, and other valuable skills while having a blast!
Ages 4 to 6
Locations
Vancouver and North
Vancouver locations
Summer Teen Internship
A five-day internship at summer camp for teens with previous Soaring Eagle Nature School experience to be a mentor alongside Soaring Eagle instructors. Teens are empowered to share their knowledge and skills to support younger kids and to continue practicing awareness and nature connection while developing a new skill set and gaining volunteer hours.Â
Adult Programs
Explore hobbies and interests involving the natural world through Soaring Eagle workshops or further your journey in nature connection and facilitation in the apprenticeship. Additionally, see our volunteer opportunities.
Workshops
Join workshops on topics like:
- Ivy Basketry
- Family Nature Connection Series
- Women of the Woods
- Intro to Birds (Live Video Download)
Teens and Adults
Dates & Locations
Spring 2023
Apprenticeship
To empower adults who want to further their skills in nature connection and mentoring, 6 Saturday cohort training days and 7Â practicum days at Soaring Eagle’s Monthly Nature Program provide the opportunity to develop the skills and facilitation techniques that are the foundation of Soaring Eagle Nature School programs.Â
Workshops & Events
Join workshops on topics like:
- Ivy Basketry
- Family Nature Connection Series
- Women of the Woods
- Intro to Birds (Live Video Download)
Teens and Adults
Dates & Locations
Spring 2023
Apprenticeship
To empower adults who want to further their skills in nature connection and mentoring, 6 Saturday cohort training days and 7Â practicum days at Soaring Eagle’s Monthly Forest School Program provide the opportunity to develop the skills and facilitation techniques that are the foundation of Soaring Eagle Nature School programs.
Adults
Dates & Locations
6 Saturdays and 7 days at Monthly Nature SchoolÂ
