Teen Nature School

Teen Field School!

California Biodiversity in the Spring

Spring is one of the best times of year to explore the trails of California. The birds are active, the snakes and lizards are warming up, the insects are everywhere, and the hillsides are full of blooming native plants. This class gives teens the chance to step into one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth and learn directly from the land.

Each week we head out onto the trails for real field work. Students will practice herping and birding skills, learn how to identify local species, study traditional uses of native plants, and take part in conservation minded activities that help them understand how ecosystems fit together. We hike, observe, sketch, listen, and get curious about every part of the natural world around us. Spring is alive, and the trails become our classroom.

This class is hands on, outdoors, and built for adventure. Teens gain confidence navigating the field, asking questions, and trying new things. Every session stands on its own, and each week builds knowledge, skills, and a deeper connection to California wild spaces.

Homework and projects are available by request for A G alignment.

Day: Wednesdays

Time: 10 am to 2 pm

Age: Recommended for ages 10 to 17

Location: Glendora trails

Type: Drop off

Dates: January 7 to May 20

No class: Jan 19, Feb 16, March 9, March 30, April 27

Cost: $799 for the semester or $210 per month

Limited Enrollment - Secure your spot today!

Specific locations and what to bring/wear will be sent to all enrolled, by December 20th.

Seasonal Transition Topics We Explore

• First blooms and new leaf growth after winter rains

• Native bees and early pollinators emerging

• Snakes, lizards, and amphibians warming up and becoming active

• Birds returning, nesting, and shifting their calls for spring

• Insects reappearing as temperatures rise

• Creeks flowing stronger from seasonal rainfall

• Wildlife tracks and signs becoming easier to read in soft spring soil

• Changing weather patterns, shifting clouds, and spring storms

• Observing seasonal change through nature journaling

Charter Funds Accepted! 

If you are using charter funds, please click on Manual Payment at checkout to bypass payment.

Instructions on how to submit your purchase order will depend on the school. Please talk to your charter school.

Real-Life Q&A from emails and messages that we have received:

Q: "How old does my child need to be for this class?"

A: We recommend this for ages 10+ as it is a little more advanced than our Monday classes. We are flexible with this age as long as the student can write in their journals without substantial assistance, and they have a profound interest in nature education. All information will be presented with an age-appropriate lecture and ecology hikes, and they will reinforce learning through journaling, and hands-on learning.

​

​