What does Community mean to you?

We pose this question to students and ourselves at the opening ceremony every week. For many students the outdoor school experience is their first significant time away from home, and an opportunity to make new friends, take responsiblity for themselves, and learn a new sense of independence. We focus on the important qualities of community including respect, trust, and understanding, and the importance of teamwork for overcoming challenges. Students have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding and awareness of how their choices and actions, good or bad, have a true impact on the human community as well as the natural community.

More Outdoor School Information

• Return to Outdoor School page
• Scheduling, Fees, and Available Dates
• Safety and Supervision
• Standards Based Curriculum
• Instructional Staff
• Community, Independence and Social Growth
• Food Service and Sleeping Accommodations
• So you want to be a Cabin Leader?
• Daily Schedule
• Outdoor School Employment Opportunities
• Downloadable Outdoor School documents, health forms, dietary forms, etc.

Welcome to Walker Creek Ranch

What kind of community do you want to be a part of?