A Real-World Learning Experience
rooted in sustainable living, regenerative farming, and community building
Over 6 immersive weeks, children aged 4–14 become stewards of a land flourishing with life and ripe with possibilities.
From the mature food forest to the natural playscape, past the chicken coop and pollinator patch, beneath soaring birds and shady oaks, the children gather to explore and discover the inner workings of a living ecosystem.
The garden needs tending and the soil needs amending. What makes a seed grow?
The sun shines here and the wind blows there. Which way does the water flow?
The birds, bugs, and bees all play a role. What wisdom does nature hold?
These questions and more will guide the children’s learning journey throughout the weeks—as they design systems, build structures, and create solutions that support balance and sustain life on the homestead.
Each week, children collaborate and contribute to building a regenerative EcoVillage—layer by layer.
THE JOURNEY
WEEK 1 June 16-18
Soil & Seeds
What makes a seed take root?
The journey begins beneath the surface, where all life is held and nourished. Children explore soil, discover how to make it come alive with nutrients, and plant the first seeds of the season.
With the soil awakened, attention turns to what will grow…
WEEK 2 June 23-25
Gardening & Growing
How do plants help each other grow?
Children explore the relationships between plants, discovering how they support and strengthen one another within a living system. They design and tend garden spaces that reflect this natural harmony.
As roots settle into the earth, attention moves to the flow that sustains them…
WEEK 3 June 30-July 2
Water & Weather
How do the elements affect the land?
Children follow the movement of water across the land, observing how it shapes, transforms, and nourishes life. They map flow patterns and design systems that harness and conserve this essential element.
Where there is water, life begins to multiply...
WEEK 4 July 14-16
Bugs & Beasts
How are animals essential to the ecosystem?
Children become aware of the small but essential creatures that sustain the ecosystem. They observe insects, support pollinators, and study decomposers, discovering the interconnected web of life.
With the ecosystem in balance, resources become abundant…
WEEK 5 July 21-23
Survive & Thrive
How can we live using what Earth provides?
Children explore how the land provides for human survival needs. They experiment with solar cooking, water filtration, and shelter building to understand resilience and resourcefulness in action.
With the EcoVillage alive, attention turns to the people who make it thrive...
WEEK 6 July 28-30
Sharing & Caring
What makes a community thrive?
Children gather the fruits of their labor and prepare to share it with the community. They harvest food, prepare goods, and design a market to share their knowledge and creations with others.
and so the journey comes full circle…
End-of-Season
EcoVillage Market
& Celebration
August 1
What began as exploration becomes embodiment as the land transforms into a living showcase of all the children have built and learned.
Families are invited to tour the EcoVillage, guided by the children who built it. Children present their knowledge, share their creations, and celebrate their accomplishments through song, storytelling, and togetherness.
Weekly Flow
Daily Rhythm
Age Groups
A mixed-age community where children learn from and alongside each other
Children are grouped by developmental stage, allowing them to engage in work that meets them where they are, while still being part of a larger, interconnected community.
4-7yrs: Explorers
Our youngest children experience the world through wonder, imagination, and exploration. They contribute to projects through simple tasks, storytelling, and creative play—building confidence, curiosity, and a deep sense of connection to the land.
8-10yrs: Builders
This group begins to think more intentionally about how things work. They take on more responsibility in projects—experimenting with ideas, and collaborating with peers. This stage fosters problem-solving, creativity, and growing independence.
11-14yrs: Inventors
Our oldest group steps into leadership and innovation. Inventors design systems, guide younger children, and take ownership of meaningful work on the land. They are encouraged to think critically, create boldly, and contribute to the larger vision of the EcoVillage.
Tuition + Enrollment Options
Weekly Enrollment
$260 / week
An enriching, stand-alone experience where children explore, create, and contribute to the evolving EcoVillage.
Each week includes:
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3 immersive days on the farm
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Hands-on projects rooted in the weekly theme
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Nature-based exploration, play, and skill-building
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A meaningful contribution to the living ecosystem
FULL 6-WEEK JOURNEY
$1,380 total
The complete, full-circle journey that allows children to witness the transformation of the land and their role within it—from soil to community.
Children who join for the full session will:
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Build upon their knowledge and skills week by week
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Develop a deeper connection to the land and each other
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Take on greater ownership and leadership within the group
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Experience the full process of creating a thriving EcoVillage
Due now: $100 Tuition Deposit
The remainder of tuition will be due June 1st.
Sibling Discount
10% off additional children
Step Up Scholarship
direct pay available
Payment Plans
available for full-program enrollment
Frequently asked questions
For any additional questions, please submit our contact form here and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Meet Your Guides
Miss Leah
Leah is a passionate educator and devoted mother of three who believes that reconnecting children to nature is the solution to healing the world. After working within the public school system, she began envisioning a different kind of learning environment—one rooted in connection, creativity, community, and the natural rhythms of childhood.
Inspired by Forest Schools, Waldorf education, Montessori philosophy, and indigenous ways of learning, Leah founded SOL as a space where children and families could slow down, reconnect with the Earth, and experience learning as something alive and meaningful.
Over the past several years, she has cultivated nature-based programs, seasonal gatherings, outdoor classes, and immersive learning experiences centered around wonder, belonging, and stewardship of the land. Her work is guided by the belief that children thrive when they are trusted, inspired, and given the freedom to explore the world through their senses, curiosities, and heart.
Leah is deeply passionate about creating spaces where children feel connected to themselves, to each other, and to the living world around them. She is honored to walk alongside families on that journey.
Miss Carol
After becoming a mother, Carol knew she wanted a different kind of educational experience for her son. Drawn by her love of nature and desire for community, she enrolled her son in a local forest school. It was there that she discovered a deep passion for this approach to learning and went on to earn her forest school teacher certification.
Over the past few years, Carol has gained valuable experience working in a variety of educational settings, including Forest School, Waldorf, and Montessori environments. She is now excited to return to the roots of what first inspired her and join SOL for their nature-based summer camp.
Carol believes that children thrive most when they are connected to nature, and she is truly looking forward to being part of their journey!