• The Outdoor Discovery Program was founded upon and is based on the following principles:

    • Nature is inherently educational.

    • Learning is deepened through integration and an understanding of interconnectedness.

    • The complete educational triad consists of parents, teachers, and students.

    • Children are innately curious about the world.

    • Children thrive when they are pursuing an interest.

    • Volunteerism and community involvement leads to happiness and self-awareness.

    • Children want and need to develop problem-solving skills.

    • Academic rigor can be compatible with hands-on, project-based learning.

    • Parent involvement is an essential component of a child’s educational process.