Category: Posts on Classes & Workshops

This article shares effective teaching strategies across age groups in outdoor education, grounded in a philosophy of using diverse learning styles — head, heart, and hands. It shares methods that consider developmental stages, with tailored approaches for young children, pre-teens, teens, and adults. Article author Chris Chisholm explains how to create positive relationships with parents, offering guidance for managing their expectations and emotions along with their children. Creative preparation and structured lesson plans bring successful teaching, with a balance of activities and clear communication of rules to engage students in a supportive learning environment. Continue Reading Teaching Nature Part II of II – Learning Styles, Age Considerations: Preparing & Leading Classes, Camps, Lessons & Programs

The essence of teaching at Wolf Camp & School of Natural Science lies in effective preparation and building community among students with daily rituals. Instructors must prep based on experience, whether the subject is a first-time lesson or repeated sessions. Creating safe physical and emotional environments is paramount, highlighting the importance of respect, collaboration, and risk management. This article shows teachers how to implement structured behavior management techniques, acknowledging diverse student needs, such as mental health and cultural sensitivity. Wolf Camp director Chris Chisholm emphasizes how a personal feeling of continual learning is key to successful teaching, making a lasting impact on students’ lives. He shares several “tips and tricks of the trade” gained over 30 years of teaching in the classroom and outdoors all summer. Continue Reading Teaching Nature Part I of II – Outdoor Education Tips & Tricks: Prep, Safety, Discipline & Building Community