22 Apr 2025

White Ash Learning Organizational Updates

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Registration is now open for the 2025 – 2026 Wild Discovery Semester Program Summer Sessions still have some spaces open Sign in to Amilia for registration options. We are grateful for many accomplishments this year! The introduction of daily snack and food projects as a core component of our programming has been a major success. Every day participants receive 2-3 servings of fruits and vegetables, and often help in preparing food projects on the fire, with locally sourced, nutritious foods. We’re … Read More
7 Jan 2025

The Art of Winter Adaptation

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As temperatures drop, winter survival strategies range from hibernation to specialized physical traits that enable animals to endure the cold. Several species of animals utilize different types of hibernation to survive the cold winter months. In the winter session of the Wild Discovery Semester Program, we’ll be focusing on learning about the different strategies animals use to survive Maine winters. True Hibernation Characterized by a significant drop in body temperature and metabolic rate, true hibernators have the ability to conserve … Read More
1 Jun 2024

Wild Discovery Semester Program Updates

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Registration is now open for the Wild Discovery Semester Program 2024 – 2025 Login into your Amilia account for registration options. We’ve been enjoying the new areas where we’ve moved the tent and fire circle, and have also been appreciating all of the new families who have joined this learning community. Some of the highlights so far this semester have been highly engaging games of capture the flag with David, listening to the kids singing the May Pole song to … Read More
10 Mar 2024

Nurturing Growth and Development in a Nature-Based, Self-Directed Learning Environment

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In recent years, there has been a growing interest in alternative educational approaches that emphasize child-centered, experiential learning in outdoor settings. By combining nature immersion, self-directed learning, and play-based approaches, White Ash Learning programs foster cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development while addressing the unique challenges children face in today’s world. A nature-based, self-directed program combines these benefits creating an environment that fosters holistic growth and development. The Benefits of Outdoor Education Outdoor education provides numerous cognitive, emotional, and physical … Read More