A practical educational component is prevalent throughout each of our activities. We can be as adventure based or education based as needed. For example, with a kayak/canoe trip, we may simply cover the basic skills and guide the class on a tour around a local lake. On the other hand, we may combine the skills and tour piece with a lesson on water quality, water dynamics, erosion, aquatic habitat, aquatic insects, environmental awareness, the watershed, and more. We find that a healthy balance of adventure and education can have a remarkably positive (and lasting!) effect on a child’s learning.
Education leaders of today are recognizing more and more the benefits of experiential education as a tool for conveying essential academic principals. As most teachers know, there are different ways of both leading and learning. Using the experiential model we can use the natural world to teach children and have fun at the same time. Knowledge gained in the outdoors can be transferred to success in the traditional classroom setting.
At W.E.U. we can structure our school programs for your specific needs. (Single class periods, half days, full days or frequent meetings throughout the year!)