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We nurture wonder in students by sparking their curiosity,

building their confidence, and deepening their connections.

 

We do this through purposeful,

hands-on outdoor science education set within a unique outdoor learning environment.

 

 

Our Executive Team

has been using the outdoors to nurture whole-child development for thousands of students since 1972. They have long, successful relationships with teachers, parents, schools, and Departments of Education.

 

Sara and Steve Kuljis

Owners / Founders

Pam Johnson

Executive Director

Dave Branconier

Director

Dez Hernandez

Program Director

David Orellana

Program Director

Jack Overoye

Program Director

Steve Benz

Schools Coordinator

Denise Benz

Contract, Billing, Onboarding Manager

Mitsu Ordonez LVN

Healthcare Coordinator

Sally Gose

Program Support Specialist

Lauri Luong

Recruiting & Staff Support

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