Weekly nature
connection series
The heart of what we do: longterm relationship building.
outside : with friends : experienced and devoted mentors : always screen free
Fall 2026 - Spring 2027!
Wednesday Teen Forest Adventures - year long
We are teaming up with Forest Floor to streamline your family’s nature connection programming! With convenient Haw Creek Commons drop-off and pick-up, it couldn’t be easier to get your teen out in nature with friends and amazing mentors!
Graduating seniors!
We’ll miss you next year!!
THE DETAILS:
Who: Teens age 14 through the end of their senior year in high school
What: Core Connection, Naturalist Adventures, Hiking and Activity, Survival + Ancestral Skills, Wild Tending, Art + Crafts, Games + More with our phenomenal team of skilled mentors.
FOLLOWS FOREST FLOOR’S THREE-SEASON WEDNESDAY CALENDAR
When: Wednesdays, 9:15 AM- 4:15 PM
Fall Session: September 2 - December 16
Breaks: Falling Leaves Rendezvous - October 21, Fall Break - November 25
Winter-Spring Session: January 6 - May 27
Breaks: February 17, Rivercane Rendezvous - April 23
32 sessions total
Where: Asheville area forests with convenient drop-off and pick-up at Haw Creek Commons.
Tuition: Sliding Scale $1940-2400
Community Price (supported by your peers) - $1984
Supporter Price (pays for you) - $2240
Sustainer Price (helps pay it forward) - $2400
Please pay as high on the scale as you are able based on your means.
Payment plans and scholarships are possible, with a $200, non-refundable deposit.
Funds available to address reparations+Lifeways Back for Indigenous, Black, and People of Color/Global Majority.
High School Credits: This can be applied to credit hours in Earth Science, Physical Education and/or Emotional Intelligence+Interpersonal Communication. This program includes lectures and service projects.
Screen Free: Phones off and away all day!
Questions: If you have any questions, please email the director, Tiffanie Pope.
*This program often includes hiking and agility. Hikes of several miles up and down moderately challenging trails are an important part of the curriculum.
**Cancellations made up to August 4 will receive a full refund minus $200 deposit; no refunds after August 4.
New to Teen Forest Adventures or Forest Floor? Apply Here.
Returning Participants Register Here:
Deposit = $200
COMMUNITY Full price = $1,984
Payment plan ~ $198.22 per month, after deposit
SUPPORTER Full price = $2,240
Payment plan ~ $226.66 per month, after deposit
SUSTAINER Full price = $2,400
Payment plan ~ $244.44 per month, after deposit
Graduating seniors - we will miss you next year!!!
Our flagship program day that keeps teens coming back for more. Unique adventures week after week! Connect with friends, engage with gorgeous places in our region - all with cool, experienced mentors who know how to meet teens at their edge to support their growth and maximize their fun.
Friday Teen Forest Adventures - YEAR LONG
THE DETAILS:
Who: Teens age 14 through the end of their senior year in high school
What: Core Connection, Naturalist Adventures, Hiking and Activity, Survival + Ancestral Skills, Wild Tending, Art + Crafts, Games + More with our phenomenal team of skilled mentors.
FOLLOWS THE SAME SCHEDULE FRIDAYS HAVE ALWAYS DONE, WITH A LONG WINTER BREAK
When: Fridays, 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Fall Session: September 4 - December 18
Breaks: Falling Leaves - October 23 and Fall Break - November 27
Winter-Spring Session: February 19 - May 21
Break: Rivercane Rendezvous on April 24
26 sessions total
Where: Asheville area forests with our usual convenient central meetup.
Tuition: Sliding Scale $1590-1950
Community Price (supported by your peers) - $1590
Supporter Price (pays for you) - $1800
Sustainer Price (helps pay it forward) - $1950
Please pay as high on the scale as you are able based on your means.
Payment plans and scholarships are possible, with a $200, non-refundable deposit.
Funds available to address reparations+Lifeways Back for Indigenous, Black, and People of Color/Global Majority.
High School Credits: This can be applied to credit hours in Earth Science, Physical Education and/or Emotional Intelligence+Interpersonal Communication.
Screen Free: Phones off and away all day!
Questions: If you have any questions, please email the director, Tiffanie Pope.
*This program often includes hiking and agility. Hikes of several miles up and down moderately challenging trails are an important part of the curriculum.
**Cancellations made up to August 4 will receive a full refund minus $200 deposit; no refunds after August 4.
New to Teen Forest Adventures or Forest Floor? Apply Here.
Returning Participants Register Here:
The Details:
Who: Teens age 14 through the end of their senior year in high school
What: Core Connection, Naturalist Adventures, Hiking and Activity, Survival + Ancestral Skills, Wild Tending, Art + Crafts, Games + More with our phenomenal team of skilled mentors.
When: Fridays, 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM, February 20 - May 22 (with a break on April 24).
- 13 sessions total
Where: Asheville area forests with convenient central meetup.
Tuition: Sliding Scale $795-975
Community Price (supported by your peers) - $795
Supporter Price (pays for you) - $900
Sustainer Price (helps pay it forward) - $975
Please pay as high on the scale as you are able based on your means.
Payment plans and scholarships are possible, with a $100, non-refundable deposit.
Funds available to address reparations+Lifeways Back for Indigenous, Black, and People of Color/Global Majority.
High School Credits: This can be applied to credit hours in Earth Science, Physical Education and/or Emotional Intelligence+Interpersonal Communication.
Screen Free: Phones off and away all day!
Questions: If you have any questions, please email the director, Tiffanie Pope.
*This program often includes hiking and agility. Hikes of several miles up and down moderately challenging trails are an important part of the curriculum.
**Cancellations made up to January 20 will receive a full refund minus $100 deposit; no refunds after January 20.
NEW TO TEEN FOREST ADVENTURES? APPLY HERE.
Returning Participants Please Make Payment Below.
