Earth Mentors Homeschool Program
Earth Mentors
Nature connections for homeschoolers
Our homeschool programs offer a selection of earth-focused experiences that allow students to engage in hands-on, experiential learning led by skilled naturalist mentors. There are two programs described below, one for an older age range and one for a younger age range. These programs overlap in ages (5-8 and 7-16), so students may choose the program that best suits their interest levels.
Details
Earth Mentors – Thursdays
When: 10am-3pm on Thursdays. May 3 – May 31.
Where: Leigh Farm Park (directions)
Ages: 7-16 years
Cost: $100
Earth Mentors – Tuesdays
When: 10am-12pm on Tuesdays. May 1 – May 29.
Where: Leigh Farm Park (directions)
Ages: 5-8 years
Cost: $50
Registration
Click here to register. You may pay online through our secure system or select the option to send a check by mail.
Program themes include:
Earth Skills
- Practice matchless fire-making techniques like flint & steel, bowdrill, and hand drill
- Make primitive weapons like throwing sticks, atl-atls, and bows & arrows
- Create earth arts from natural pigments and fibers, such as pokeberries, dayflowers, red clay, wisteria, and willow bark
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Ecology
- Learn hands-on science to understand our local ecology
- Find out what kinds of wildlife live in our forests and waters
- Become a knowledgeable caretaker of our wild places
- Practice naturalist skills like finding & identifying trees, insects, reptiles, and amphibians
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Fauna
- Investigate the skeletons, feathers, and fur of common Piedmont animals
- Study the signs left behind in footprints, scats, and dwellings
- Compare the habits and habitats of predators and prey
- Witness our live education raptors and reptiles in action
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Wild Roots
- Prepare wild plant feasts that include cattail fritters, wild greens pesto, & acorn pancakes
- Make plant-based medicines such as poison ivy potion, mosquito repellent, salves, tinctures and ointments
- Create crafts from the forest like baskets, bags and cordage
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