Family Forest School
Seasonal Outdoor Adventures for the Whole Family
Families learning together by playing in nature.
What is F.F.S.?
Family Forest School
Come immerse yourselves in the wonders of a Family Forest School class!
Getting Families Outside
Our FFS classes are interactive and intentionally designed to foster connections between children, adults, and nature. Unlike many traditional playgroups, this program is specifically designed to provide access and opportunity for families to engage in nature play in an unstructured yet supported wild space.
When?
Times will vary based on the season and class.
Who?
Children ages 32 months to 12 years
At least one adult caregiver
How do I register?
To reserve your spot, please click the link below and submit your payment. Registration is required for each Family Forest School session and will close when the class is full. Our Facebook page will be updated when each session is full.
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Complete the F.F.S. registration form.
2. Submit payment
Price?
$15.00 - $30.00 per family
Prices range from
Prices vary based on the offerings of the specific forest adventure class.
What will we be doing?
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Oktoberfest & Polka Dancing
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Spear Fishing
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Lantern Hikes
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Adventure Playground
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Egg Hunt
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The only non-candy hunt in Clarksville!
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STEM at the Mud Kitchen
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Fairy & Gnome Houses
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Firefly Festival
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Fire Building & Safety
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May Pole Dancing
Your family will be welcomed into our outdoor classroom to enjoy a wild adventure. We flow through a gentle rhythm rooted in free play and nature exploration, held within a nurturing community of parents who explore alongside their children on this journey. Each class honors children's natural rhythms for learning and play, while weaving in stories, movement, and a nature-inspired craft or skill. Sessions have a specific theme (e.g., Seuss in the Sunlight) or focus on developing a particular skill. Your chosen class will have a target age range that the instructor predicts most children will be able to accomplish with minimal to moderate adult assistance. Past F.F.S. classes have enjoyed:
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Literacy in Nature
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Process Art at the Atelier
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Barefoot/Grounding Hikes
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Gardening
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Wildlife Identification
What about the weather?
There is no bad weather here when you have outdoor gear.
F.F.S. classes are weather-immersive and occur in rain, snow, and sunshine...but never during thunderstorms.
Sessions will be canceled if severe storms are predicted or the roads are impassable. If your session is canceled, we will transfer that credit to the next available F.F.S. session.
To prepare, please check out the gear page for our suggestions about how to dress for the weather. There are many ways to keep comfortable in the heat, rain, snow, and cold.
Other FAQs
1. What happens if a session is canceled?
Your non-refundable payment will be held to reserve the next available session of your choice.
2. Do you have toileting facilities?
Yes.
3. How long are the classes?
Classes will range from 1 to 3 hours based on the theme, skill, or craft.
4. What is the intention of Family Forest School?
Our intention for these sessions is for your family to learn or improve a wild skill, enhance your connection with your child, and play together in nature. With this idea in mind, we invite all nature-loving families to visit Airie Outdoor Academy to explore and enjoy the bountiful laughter of childhood.
5. Does Airie have a homeschool co-op?
Yes, we have a group of families who regularly meet every Wednesday afternoon. Click here to learn more.
Play is good for everyone, no matter your age!
Please note: At least one adult caregiver (e.g., parent, loved one, nanny) must accompany the registered child/ren and are responsible for their children on campus at all times.
Explore. Play. Connect.
