Program Overview
Adult and youth programs run simultaneously, weaving together to form a “village” with connection to nature, community, and self as the culture. Throughout the week, we will gather as whole community during meal times and evening fire circle gatherings. As well, during the day, intentional activities will be orchestrated within and across program groups.
- Adult Program (18yr+) – Ring One and Ring Two
- Teen Program (12yr – 17yr)
- Youth Program (9yr – 12 yr)
- Youth Program (6yr – 9yr)
- Bear & Cub Program (adult with their child 2yr – 5yr)
Ring One – Designed to offer participants foundational practices and routines to support their nature connection journey.
Ring Two – Designed to support RETURNING AoM adult participants in expanding their embodied practices and routines while exploring new edges. This is offered as a choice, participants with prior AoM experience are welcome to be a part of Ring One. Please note that there may be times that Ring Two does not participate in a whole community activity or conversation.
Teen Program – Teens will be supported to spend one night away from the main camp, hiking to a secluded spot within the property for additional facilitated self-discovery; the teens will depart Friday morning and rejoin the group before Saturday lunch. Accordingly, please ensure your teen has what they need to be comfortable for one night of sleeping under the stars. Specific information will be shared in the weeks prior to the workshop.
Bear & Cub Program – Seeks to foster nature connection and discovery for our youngest participants (child 2yr – 5yr; “cub”) and requires side-by-side participation with their parent/adult (“bear”). As noted above, there will also be times throughout the weekend where groups will engage in activities together.
Parents, please note:
…Teen and Youth programs each have “bridge” years. Children aged 12 can elect to participate in the Teen or the older Youth Program; similarly, children aged 9 can elect the older or younger Youth Program.
…children 2yrs and younger participate in AoM for FREE. As well, if you are a parent of a child less than 2yrs old, you are welcome to either join the Bear & Cub group or to respectfully navigate your time with Ring One, as appropriate to support your needs and the needs of your child.