Our Mission

Empowering outdoor education through advocacy, training, and community outreach for nature-based schools in California.

A group of children is playing in a lush, tree-filled area by a body of water. One child is climbing a tree, while others are seated or standing nearby. The dense foliage and branches create a canopy overhead, adding to the natural, serene environment.
A group of children is playing in a lush, tree-filled area by a body of water. One child is climbing a tree, while others are seated or standing nearby. The dense foliage and branches create a canopy overhead, adding to the natural, serene environment.
A group of children walk along a narrow, dirt path surrounded by lush greenery. Several kids are dressed in colorful clothing, with vibrant red and blue shirts standing out among the green foliage. The focus is soft, with the foreground showing a child with curly hair reaching out. The setting conveys a sense of adventure and exploration.
A group of children walk along a narrow, dirt path surrounded by lush greenery. Several kids are dressed in colorful clothing, with vibrant red and blue shirts standing out among the green foliage. The focus is soft, with the foreground showing a child with curly hair reaching out. The setting conveys a sense of adventure and exploration.

Forest Education

Supporting nature-based schools with training and advocacy initiatives.

A grassy outdoor area surrounded by lush trees and a small wooden structure. The space features a circular arrangement of wooden stumps and flat stepping stones, suggesting it might be used for gatherings or educational purposes. Benches are positioned around the perimeter, and tall pine trees are visible on the right side.
A grassy outdoor area surrounded by lush trees and a small wooden structure. The space features a circular arrangement of wooden stumps and flat stepping stones, suggesting it might be used for gatherings or educational purposes. Benches are positioned around the perimeter, and tall pine trees are visible on the right side.
Community Outreach

Engaging communities through outdoor education and workshops.

A group of children is gathered outdoors with a backdrop of lush green hills and tall pine trees. The sky is partly cloudy, and the weather appears to be calm. There is also some sort of metal structure, possibly a tower, on the right side. The children seem to be holding sticks or poles and are dressed in casual traditional attire.
A group of children is gathered outdoors with a backdrop of lush green hills and tall pine trees. The sky is partly cloudy, and the weather appears to be calm. There is also some sort of metal structure, possibly a tower, on the right side. The children seem to be holding sticks or poles and are dressed in casual traditional attire.
Nature-Based Training

Providing professional development for educators in outdoor settings.

A group of people, primarily students, are gathered outside in a school setting. They are standing and sitting around blue picnic tables under the open sky and some scattered palm trees. The environment appears relaxed, with students socializing and enjoying the outdoor area. In the background, there are school buildings with white siding and blue accents, along with some trees and grass.
A group of people, primarily students, are gathered outside in a school setting. They are standing and sitting around blue picnic tables under the open sky and some scattered palm trees. The environment appears relaxed, with students socializing and enjoying the outdoor area. In the background, there are school buildings with white siding and blue accents, along with some trees and grass.
A group of children and a few adults are walking along a path surrounded by lush greenery. The children are wearing casual outfits, with some sporting bright colors. The forested background is dense with a variety of trees and foliage, creating a serene and natural setting.
A group of children and a few adults are walking along a path surrounded by lush greenery. The children are wearing casual outfits, with some sporting bright colors. The forested background is dense with a variety of trees and foliage, creating a serene and natural setting.
Advocacy Efforts

Promoting policies that support outdoor and nature-based learning.

Event Registrations

Offering workshops and events to enhance outdoor education.

The California Association of Forest Schools has transformed my understanding of outdoor education. Their workshops are invaluable for anyone passionate about nature-based learning.

Emily Johnson

An aerial view of a wooded area featuring a ropes course with platforms and poles. The ropes course is located near a paved path that runs alongside a body of water. Lush greenery and trees surround the area, creating a natural and serene environment.
An aerial view of a wooded area featuring a ropes course with platforms and poles. The ropes course is located near a paved path that runs alongside a body of water. Lush greenery and trees surround the area, creating a natural and serene environment.

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