Youth & Teen Programs

The Way of the Woods-The Basics program is perfect for those who want to connect with nature and start building the foundation to a lifetime of adventure and outdoor skills.  This program introduces participants to a deep nature connection as our experienced mentors use the knowledge of our ancestors to guide them through meaningful nature-based experiences.

We will explore the flora and fauna of the local area through animal tracking and plant identification and experience first-hand the interconnectedness of things. This 100% outdoor program is like no other, as nature is not only our classroom and our teacher it's the foundation of every lesson and experience.

Through many different Earth skills and natural crafts, your child will learn how nature has provided us the four sacred elements of survival - shelter, water, fire and food. We will go on adventures and learn how to manage these resources and become stewards of the land.

This ancestral knowledge is your birthright and has been passed down through many generations. Through the tradition of coyote teaching we are building a community of natural leaders that will hold this ancient wisdom and continue to pass it on to future generations to come.

This is a drop off program with age appropriate activities.

Ages: 8-12 (Participants must be of age at the start of the program)
Registration fee: 7 weeks $350-$750 (sliding scale)
Where: Ancestral Knowledge Museum & Research Center in Riverdale/Lanham MD
When:  Saturday's 10:00am-3pm  (Jan 24th, Feb 14 & 21, March 7 & 21, April 4 & 18, May 2, 16, & 30)

The Wisdom of the Woods- Teens program is perfect for those who want to continue their connection with nature, and build upon the foundation to a lifetime of adventure and outdoor skills.  This program encourages participants to strengthen a deep nature connection as our experienced mentors use the knowledge of our ancestors to guide them through meaningful nature-based experiences.

We will explore the flora and fauna of the local area through animal tracking and plant identification and experience first-hand the interconnectedness of things. We will delve deeper into our projects and survival skills, empowering makers and increasing coordination and confidence.

This 100% outdoor program is like no other, as nature is not only our classroom and our teacher it's the foundation of every lesson and experience.

Through many different Earth skills and natural crafts, your child will learn how nature has provided us the four sacred elements of survival - shelter, water, fire and food. We will go on adventures and learn how to manage these resources and become stewards of the land.

This ancestral knowledge is your birthright and has been passed down through many generations. Through the tradition of coyote teaching we are building a community of natural leaders that will hold this ancient wisdom and continue to pass it on to future generations to come.

This is a drop off program with age appropriate activities.

Ages: 13-17 (Participants must be of age at the start of the program)
Registration fee: 10 weeks $450-$675 Sliding Scale (pay what you are comfortable paying)
Where: Lanham, MD
When: Saturday's  10:30am-4pm  (Jan 24th, Feb 7 & 21, March 7 & 21, April 4 & 18, May 2, 16, & 30)

Have you been curious about becoming a beekeeper but don't know how to get started?  The Intro to the Beekeeping Journey workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to start down the path to becoming a beekeeper.  This workshop will help you become comfortable taking your first steps into the fascinating world of beekeeping.

By participating in this workshop we will help minimize the learning curve and lessen the amount of "learning from error",

Topics that will be covered include but are not limited to;

• Getting setup with equipment, hive stand & choosing an apiary location in a backyard, roof top, agricultural or forested area.
• Acquiring local bees via bait hives (swarm lures) and or purchasing treatment free overwintered (survivor stock)colonies in your area.
• Seasonal management changes and transitions throughout the spring, summer, fall, and winter.
• How to growing your colony into maturity over time.
• How to provide them with the four essentials for them to thrive; a clean home, clean food, clean air, &clean water

Who: Ages 10 - 99 (anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent)
When: March 7, 2026, 1pm-4pm
Where: Riverdale/Lanham MD at the Ancestral Knowledge Museum & Research Center
Registration Fee: $25-$75 (Sliding Scale-pay what you are comfortable paying)