Homeschool in the Woods
Thursdays 12:30-2pm, September to June: fall, Winter, Spring Sessions
Join teacher Kiki and friends for fun and learning in the forest! Families with school age children are welcome to join us for this student-centered learning experience. Learners may choose to create a nature journal as a way to guide and document their independent questions and discoveries. By writing, sketching and gathering objects such as mushroom spore prints or pressed plants, students will formulate understandings while building deep connections with the natural world, themselves and others. Class activities will include self-directed engagement and exploration, nature journal and craft invitations as well as guided hikes through the woods and waterways of Oceana County. Basecamp is located at Doolittle County Park, however, we will also meet at a variety of natural areas throughout Oceana County.
REGISTRATION for 2025/2026 school year is now open.
who can attend?
The Homeschool in the Woods program is designed for families with school age children. Babes in arms are always welcome for no additional fee.
When and where will we meet?
The Homeschool in the Woods program meets on Thursdays, 12:30 - 2pm, at Doolittle County Park, N. 112th Ave, Hart, Michigan as well as other natural areas.
Fall Session: September 11 - November 14
Winter Session: January 8 - March 19 (no class March 5)
Spring Session: March 26 - May 28
Program Cost and WLACE Homeschool Partnership
The enrollment fee is $100/ child for each 10 week Session. A 10% family discount is available when enrolling multiple children living in the same household. To obtain the family discount please enter the code E5EXNV8 at checkout. This program is approved for reimbursement for WLACE families. In the shopping cart, enter the discount code WLACE100 to use your WLACE homeschool partnership funds to cover the full cost of tuition.
How Do I Register?
Fill out the Enrollment Form here and continue on to the shopping cart to make full payment or a $25 non-refundable deposit/ per child per session to hold your spot. Registration is open until program capacity is met.
what is the cancellation policy?
Registration cancellations requested up to the date of programming will receive a refund less the non-refundable deposit.
How will participant safety be ensured?
Nature exploration and play entails some risks. Children are encouraged to run, climb, jump and splash as well as to explore and examine the local flora and fauna. Safety instruction, along with respect for both the beauty and hazards of nature, is an integral part of our Forest School programs.
Must a parent/ guardian attend with my child?
Families may make arrangements among themselves to ‘take turns’ being the attending adult for up to four children.
Questions? Contact Kiki at kari.wilson@macd.org
