Outdoor Education Adventures

06/19/2026

Every child deserves the chance to discover that they belong in nature.

Children are born curious.

They want to know what's hiding beneath a rock, how many newts are in a pond, what they can see through a microscope, and where the creek goes around the bend.

Too often, that curiosity gets crowded out by schedules, screens, and a lack of opportunities to simply explore.

At Outdoor Education Adventures, we watch it come back to life every week.

Camp is where children discover that streams are full of tiny creatures, forests are alive with birds, and they're capable of more than they ever imagined.

They build confidence by crossing a log for the first time. They learn perseverance when the rain doesn't stop the adventure. They discover that science isn't just something in a textbook. They make friends, solve problems, ask questions, and begin to see themselves as explorers, scientists, and stewards of the natural world.

Most importantly, they discover that they belong in nature.

This summer, we've received more requests for financial assistance than ever before. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience the joy, confidence, curiosity, and belonging that comes from a week outdoors.

Our goal is to raise $6,000 so we can say "yes" to every family requesting assistance this summer.

The average family receiving financial assistance needs about 57% off tuition, so a gift of $200 helps one child attend camp.

Imagine what could happen if 30 people each gave $200.

Thirty children would spend a week discovering that the world is more fascinating than they ever imagined—and that they are, too.

If a gift of $200 isn't possible, every donation helps. Together, gifts of every size open the door for children who might otherwise miss this experience.

If you believe every child deserves the chance to explore, discover, and fall in love with the natural world, we'd be honored if you'd join us.

Thank you for helping the next generation discover that they belong in nature. ❤️

https://outdooredadventures.com/donate/

06/02/2026

🌲 Summer camp season is almost here… and spots are going FAST!

Outdoor Education Adventures camps are now 75% FULL!

This year we expanded camp and added 2 extra weeks so even more kids can experience the magic of learning and playing outdoors. From hiking trails and nature discoveries to games, crafts, creek walks, and new friendships, every camp day is an adventure. 🌞🍄

If you’ve been thinking about signing up, now’s the perfect time!

Come adventure, learn, create, and play with us in the woods this summer. 💚

05/25/2026

🌿☀️ Outdoor Education Adventures Summer Camps are already 75% FULL! ☀️🌿

This summer, kids will spend their days exploring forests, building friendships, splashing in creeks, discovering nature, creating, playing, and making unforgettable memories outdoors.

Because camps filled so quickly last year, we added 2 extra weeks of camp this year! 🎉

If your child loves adventure, curiosity, muddy boots, and outdoor play, now’s the time to save your spot!

Come learn, play, and explore with us in the woods this summer. 🌲

05/18/2026

05/17/2026

Edgar the Bullfrog was joined by many frog friends for the UFO Festival Parade today! Thanks to all of the parents and children and children at heart who hopped and danced with us!
Did you know that a group of frogs is called an army?

05/15/2026

A sneak peek into Nature Play! 🐍🌿

Each week we introduce a featured local creature to help children connect with the natural world through curiosity, exploration, and hands-on experiences. This week’s special guest was the garter snake!

The kids (and parents!) had the chance to meet a garter snake found at Maple Grove up close and in person. For some of our littles and(even a few grown-ups) it was their very first time touching a snake! Watching nervousness turn into curiosity and excitement was such a beautiful reminder of how powerful nature-based learning can be. 💚

At Nature Play, we believe meaningful connections with the natural world begin with moments like these.

05/14/2026

🐍 WOW! We may have just found the biggest garter snake in Outdoor Science Explorers history! 😲

One of our homeschool OSE students recently spotted and carefully caught an absolutely massive garter snake during class, measuring around FOUR FEET long! The excitement was through the roof as everyone gathered to observe this incredible reptile up close before safely releasing her back into her habitat.

Spring is an especially active time for garter snakes in Oregon! As temperatures warm up, these fascinating snakes emerge from winter brumation (a reptile version of hibernation) to bask in the sun, hunt for food, and search for mates. ☀️

A few fun garter snake facts:
🐍 Garter snakes are harmless and non-venomous to humans
🐍 They give birth to live babies instead of laying eggs like most snakes
🐍 Oregon is home to several species of garter snakes
🐍 They are excellent swimmers and are often found near ponds, wetlands, and creeks

Moments like these remind us how exciting hands-on outdoor learning can be. You never know what amazing wildlife discoveries are waiting just down the trail! 💚

05/13/2026

⏳🛸 The countdown is ON!

The McMinnville UFO Festival Alien Parade is almost here, and Outdoor Education Adventures is getting ready to unleash our invasive species crew into the streets! 🌿👽

Will you join us?

Grab a simple costume (or go all out!) and come walk with our group this Saturday, May 16th at 12 PM. We’ll have a giant bullfrog, big smiles, and lots of community fun 💚🐸

No registration needed, just send us a message to let us know you're coming and we'll share meet-up info with ya!

Let’s make this the most wildly fun invasion yet!