for schools
SUPPORTING FUTURE GENERATIONS TO THRIVE
We're passionate about providing an inclusive and supportive space for young people to explore themselves, others and the natural world through inspiring adventures in wild places.
We know that having the opportunity to step outside our bubble through adventure is a crucial part of the development of healthy and balanced young people and adults. As an organisation we believe it's vital when we consider our role in supporting future generations to thrive, and love working with young people in this space.
As an organisation with more than 25 years experience in facilitating outdoor adventures and expeditions in the wild, both within the UK and internationally, and with a commitment to building long term partnerships with all the schools we work with - we would love the opportunity to discuss how we can engage your young people on a wild adventure.
We look forward to working together to enable future generations and the health of our planet to thrive.
"Doing this has changed my outlook on how I want to live my life."
Finn (Student, "Live Wild", Knoydart 2022)
Sarah, teacher - RINGWOOD WALDORF School
"Last night, around a fire we reviewed our time in Scotland and each student gave me a one word summary. I thought you’d be interested in their choices...
Growth - Adventure - Explore - Inspiration - Comfortable
Unison - mountain passes forced us to step in each step and sway with each sway
Overcoming - Life-changing - New - Discovery - Kind
Strengthen - bonds, muscles, minds
Camaraderie - Beginning
Unforgettable"
OUR CURRENT SCHOOL PARTNERS
WHERE WE GO
AND WHAT WE DO
THE UK IS FULL OF WILD PLACES TO EXPLORE...
We live in a beautiful, wild and diverse part of the world, and where better for a wild adventure than your own wild doorstep? From Dartmoor, to Eryri (Snowdonia) to The Peak District and the West Highlands of Scotland, we love getting students out into the remarkable wild that exists on our beautiful islands.
SOME EXAMPLES OF our SCHOOL ADVENTURES so far...
and SOME OF THE PLACES WE GO FURTHER AFIELD...
THEMES, ACTIVITIES AND outcomes
Whether we're with a group of 30 year 9 students in The Peak District, or a bunch of 16 year olds wild camping in Scotland, there are always common themes and conscious activities that facilitate powerful student outcomes.
THEMES WE EXPLORE
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Mental Health and wellbeing
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Leadership and teamwork
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Land access and rights
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Re-wilding
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The elements of water, air, earth and fire
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The John Muir Award
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Conservation
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Sustainability
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Responsible travel
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Cultural exchange
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Learning for service
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Foraging and wild food
CONSCIOUS ACTIVITIES
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Adventure
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Nature connection
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Coaching
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Reflection and journaling
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Meditation
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Breath-work
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Yoga/conscious movement
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Unstructured play
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Natural navigation
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Wild swimming
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Storytelling round the fire
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Sleeping under the stars
student outcomes
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Self-confidence through Adventure & Exploration
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Improved awareness of Mental Health and wellbeing
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Leadership and teamwork
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A commitment to guardianship of the natural world
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Empathy for others and the natural world
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Awareness of responsible travel
the more high tech we become - the more nature we need
“The future will belong to the nature-smart — those individuals, families, businesses and political leaders who develop a deeper understanding of the transformative power of the natural world, and who balance the virtual with the real. The more high- tech we become, the more nature we need.” (Richard Louv)