Ecotherapy Adventures
Learning and Growing in Nature
Developed for children and adolescents, ThorpeWood Ecotherapy Adventures invites participants to learn about themselves, one another, and the natural world through hands-on experiences in the outdoors. Using principles of ecotherapy and adventure-based learning, these programs help young people build resilience, emotional regulation, and a sense of belonging.
Who We Serve
We partner with schools, community organizations, and youth-serving agencies to provide customized programs for students who may be experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, bullying, absenteeism, or disruptions to their home environments.
Request Information
To learn more or bring Ecotherapy Adventures to your school or organization, contact [email protected].
“I have gone through a lot. And it has taught me how to live life. I had so much fun here with everything. So thank you for letting me be a kid.”
Program Details
Goals
Through guided outdoor experiences, participants:
- Strengthen coping strategies and emotional regulation
- Build peer connections and empathy
- Develop confidence through shared challenges
- Reconnect with nature as a source of healing and perspective
Sample Experiences
Each adventure is tailored to the age, needs, and goals of the group:
- Forest walks, creek exploration, and sensory activities
- Cooperative challenges that encourage teamwork and communication
- Reflection circles, journaling, and creative projects with natural material
- Animal-assisted interactions with ThorpeWood’s horses, goats, cows, and chickens
“Thank you for being so kind with me and so welcoming. Thank you for taking me to see the animals because I love animals. Thank you for giving me the best day ever.”
Partner With Us
Programs are offered year-round on the 156-acre ThorpeWood campus, or can be adapted for other locations.
To learn more or bring Ecotherapy Adventures to your school or organization, contact [email protected].