Homeschool in the WIld
Registration is LIVE for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027!
Piedmont Wildlife Center’s homeschool program is a wonderfully unique experience. Composed of a diverse group of community-oriented families, Homeschool in the Wild provides an opportunity for your child to engage with others and grow on their own terms. We encourage self-expression and foster healthy communication between our campers, staff, and parents/guardians.
We follow a model for teaching and learning based on nature mentoring and the art of questioning. It is designed to engage the body and senses, inspire the mind, awaken curiosity, develop confidence, create community, and build nature connection.
Our homeschool program features:
Unique outdoor learning experiences
A small group setting
Applied projects
Experienced mentors
Stories, games, and adventures in life science and wilderness skills
Community building, leadership opportunities, and inspired learning
Fall 2026 - Spring 2027
DURham Tuesday
Weekly on Tuesdays
Fall season: Sep 15th - Dec 8th
Spring season: Feb 2nd - Apr 27
No homeschool: Fall break the week of Nov 23rd. Spring break the week of Mar 22.
Ages: 5 - 17
There are limited half day spots available, please email if interested
Leigh Farm Park, Durham, NC
Cost: $680/season
Wake Wednesday
Weekly on Wednesdays
Fall season: Sep 16th - Dec 9th
Spring season: Feb 3rd - Apr 28
No homeschool: Fall break the week of Nov 23rd. Spring break the week of Mar 22.
Ages: 7 - 17
Umstead State Park (Crabtree entrance), Raleigh, NC
Cost: $680/season
Durham Thursday
Weekly on Thursdays
Fall season: Sep 17th - Dec 10th
Spring season: Feb 4th - Apr 29
No homeschool: Fall break the week of Nov 23rd. Spring break the week of Mar 22.
Ages: 5 - 17
There are limited half day spots available, please email if interested
Leigh Farm Park, Durham, NC
Cost: $680/season
Orange fridays
Weekly on Fridays
Fall season: Sep 18th - Dec 11th
Spring season: Feb 5th - Apr 30
No homeschool: Fall break the week of Nov 23rd. Spring break the week of Mar 22.
Ages: 5 - 17
There are limited half day spots available, please email if interested
Blackwood Farm Park, Chapel Hill, NC
Cost: $680/season
