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!
- Registration CLOSED for Fall -
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!
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 9 - December 16
Breaks: Falling Leaves Rendezvous - October 21, Fall Break - November 25
Winter-Spring Session: January 6 - May 26
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
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 11
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.
