REQUIRED KNIFE
Your child will need to have a Mora Fixed Blade Knife (Stainless Steel blade) for this program. These are readily available to buy online or you can purchase one from us during registration.
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ARMADILLO ADVENTURERS
at McKinney Falls
Earth Native's Armadillo Adventurers is a monthly nature education program for kids aged 5-12, that is held at McKinney Falls State Park in Southeast Austin on Mondays.
During this program, students and instructors will explore McKinney Falls State Park and develop skills that will lead to authentic nature connection, deeper knowledge of central Texas plants, animals, and their habitats, awaken sensory awareness, and build self-confidence.
At Earth Native, our unique teaching styles center around a method of teaching called the 8 Shields Mentoring Model, which uses inspiration as the spark that drives learning and grand adventures in nature. These adventures are not only the backdrop for some incredible lessons but are a means to help kids establish lifelong bonds with nature and kindle their natural curiosity about the world outside. We call this “invisible school” because from a kid’s perspective it’s just fun and adventure. Children learn at our programs because they are inspired and curious, not because anyone is telling them they must.
Each class children will explore, hear inspiring stories, practice primitive and wilderness survival skills, play games, and practice our core routines of nature awareness to develop strong skills and knowledge in areas such as:
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Edible and Medicinal Plants
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Wildlife Tracking
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Knife Carving & Safety
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Bird Language
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Ecology
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Wilderness Survival and Outdoor Skills
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Natural Navigation
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Natural Arts and Crafts
...and much more!
In order to ensure that our youth programs maintain the high quality that we are committed to, group size is limited to a maximum of 10 students per instructor.
2021-22 Dates:
September 20
October 18
November 8
December 6
January 17
February 21
March 28
April 18
May 16
Time: 9:30am-3:30pm
Cost: $495 (tuition will be prorated once the program has begun)
Location: McKinney Falls State Park, 5808 McKinney Falls Parkway, Austin, TX 78744
Ages: 5-12
Purchase during enrollment!
Buy an Earth Native Kleen Kanteen
Stainless Steel Water Bottle (27 oz.)
Pick up on the first day of class! $20
