Leading the way
Exploring rich ecosystems
Connecting to the natural world
Learning conservation
Empowering investigation
Inspiring joyful participation
Transforming relationships
Awakening tomorrow’s stewards
Become the next environmental leader
Our Programs
Sempervirens
Groups of up to 220 5th and 6th grade students attend 4 and 5-day programs in the redwoods, 6 miles north of Santa Cruz.
Pigeon Point
Up to 43 3rd-8th grade students attend 1 to 4-day programs at the historic Pigeon Point Lighthouse, south of Pescadero.
High School Leadership
Over 500 high school students and parents volunteer as cabin leaders each year at Loma Mar and Sempervirens, acting as role models and gaining valuable leadership skills.
Exploring New Horizons empowers students, builds environmental literacy, and strengthens school communities through residential environmental education programs.
Our experienced naturalists engage students in hands-on learning, taking a whole child approach focused on social emotional learning, ecology, environmental stewardship, conservation, health, and the arts.
A week out of the classroom inspires students to better succeed in college and career and to work together to create a healthier and more sustainable world.
