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Parent Resources Topics We Explored Fire science and fire safety Ferro Rod Friction fire demonstration (bow drill): Watercolor nature journaling Plant and insect observation Fort building Whittling Cooperative play New Vocabulary Tinder Ferro rod Bow drill Friction fire Entomologist Aphid Questions to Ask Your Child What are the three things a fire needs? What was harder: using a ferro rod or a bow drill? What did the entomologists teach us about ants and aphids? What plant d

Parent Resources Topics We Explored Team building and community games Juniper tree identification and uses Primitive fire starting with a bow drill Watercolor nature journaling Long-term bushcraft projects Western racer snakes Questions to Ask Your Teen What was your favorite variation of the name game with the tarp? What did you learn about juniper trees? What did Mr. Kyle eat? What project did you choose for the month? How did your group solve the log challenge? What was th

Parent Resources for continued learning this week: A New Term! The first day with our new summer group at forest school brought together a great mix of returning students and new faces, all eager to dive into outdoor learning and play. The day unfolded with a blend of child led learning and guided activities that sparked creativity, teamwork, and resilience. From discovering a natural bush fort to exploring fire starting with ferro rods, the children experienced a rich variet

May 28/29; Forest School; ages 5-11; SkyRiver Outdoor Schools Parent resources for continued learning: Today we learned a lot about caterpillars and the butterfly life cycle and birds! Here are some resources we used, that you can use at home to continue learning throughout the week: https://utahlake.gov/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/Birds_of_Utah_Lake-June-2012.complete.pdf https://nhmu.utah.edu/sites/default/files/files/2025-01/Backyard%20Birding.pdf https://nhmu.utah.edu/citi

May 21-22; Ages 5-11; SkyRiver Forest School; Provo Canyon, Utah What a fantastic day we had with this group. Every week we get to know these kids a little better, and every week we're reminded how creative, kind, and joyful they are. Today was filled with imaginative play, meaningful learning, laughter, and plenty of opportunities for the kids to simply enjoy being kids outdoors. SkyRiver Forest school kids learning and playing in the Utah Forest The Best Soccer Game Around

Friday, May 22 Distance: 3.7 miles round trip Elevation Gain/Loss: 697 feet up, 697 feet down There is something truly special about stepping off the beaten path and exploring a new trail with curious teens. On Friday, May 22, our teen group set out on a 3.7-mile round trip hike with an elevation gain and loss of 697 feet. This was not just another routine outdoor school day; it was an adventure filled with discovery, questions, and moments that reminded us why nature offers