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How does billing work for Forest School?

Posted by: Katie Glass
Posted: April 19, 2023
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Our Forest School Year goes from August – May. A $50 non-refundable processing fee is due upon enrollment in Forest School. Tuition is then automatically withdrawn MONTHLY from the credit card on file. Monthly tuition withdraws will start […]

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What should my kid bring to class?

Posted by: Derek Glass
Posted: February 17, 2023
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Check out this list of suggested gear for your kid’s time at White Pine. Please know that all of the info below is a guideline for gear. Our years of work with children and being outdoors have provided […]

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Can my teen attend an adult workshop?

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Yes, teenagers may be considered on a case-by-case basis. We ask that any teenage participant be comfortable and capable in working in an adult atmosphere.

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Does my kid need camping experience?

Posted by: Derek Glass
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No! All levels of experience are welcome at White Pine, whether your kid loves to camp or has been stuck to the TV. As humans, nature is built into our DNA. We’ve witnessed hundreds of kids take to […]

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Is each class different or will my child be doing the same thing next time?

Posted by: Derek Glass
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We have several families that enroll their kid in more than one day a week at White Pine. In the case of Tree Frogs and After-School, each class day has a different lesson plan prepared by that instructor. […]

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What is your teaching philosophy?

Posted by: Derek Glass
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White Pine Wilderness Academy is an aboriginal technologies school at it’s core. Children will learn about the philosophies, traditions and craft from a variety of ancient cultures. We see the skills of wilderness survival as completely intertwined with […]

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What types of classes do you offer?

Posted by: Derek Glass
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–Woolly Bears, ages 3-4: Half day program in Holliday Park –Tree Frogs, ages 5-6: Full day program in Holliday Park –Flying Squirrels, ages 7-9: Full day program and after-school program in Rocky Ripple –Scouts, ages 10-12: Full day […]

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