Summer Adventure Programs 2012

The Nature Odyssey Outdoor Adventure Program and Living Earth Adventure Program (LEAP) are unique opportunities for young people to learn in nature's classroom with talented and enthusiastic environmental educators. With classrooms ranging from the riverbeds and canyons of the Rio Grande Valley to the headwaters of the Jemez River on the Valles Caldera National Preserve, these programs are a wonderful way to explore the diverse ecosystems and cultures of Northern New Mexico.

• 2011 flier (pdf) The 2012 flier and other forms will be posted when available.
• Application for 2012 teachers is posted: Employment

Dates for 2012:

June 4-8 Nature Odyssey, Rio Grande Valley - students going into grades 4-6

June 11-15 Nature Odyssey, Valles Caldera - students going into grades 4-6

June 18-22 Living Earth Adventure Program - students going into grades 7-9

To receive notification when sign-ups begin (or for other questions), contact Michele Altherr mjaltherr@gmail.com.

Images & Testimonials

Flickr slide shows of previous students in action:

• Nature Odyssey 2011
• Nature Odyssey & LEAP 2010

"My son REALLY enjoyed this week. I was extremely impressed with the program, as well. I feel that the instructors were very knowledgeable, responsible and FUN. The week was VERY well planned and executed. The instructors made it fun for the kids. They were knowledgeable about both content and keeping the kids 'in line'." -Parent of 4th grader

"For my daughter [Nature Odyssey] was 'the best camp ever'. She loved to learn so many things and it just fitted all her interests." -Parent of 5th grader

"My son certainly benefited from the hands-on nature/science activities in a unique and beautiful place as well as the impressive camper/advisor ratio." -Parent of 4th grader

"Both my children loved the variety of activities that are interesting to them, such as history of Valle, archeology, geology, biology, etc. I believe the ability and the professional knowledge of the experts play a critical role here." -Parent of 4th grade Nature Odyssey and 8th grade LEAP participants.

"Our son is more interested in his surroundings now and has become interested in learning more about our environment here. Thank you for offering this wonderful program, it's definitely something I would suggest to friends!" -Parent of 8th grader

"The LEAP Program was great! The speakers were interesting, and the site was awesome!" -7th grader

"Thanks for providing our son with the opportunity to experience daily adventures in the Valles Caldera. Capping off the week by inviting the families to picnic at the caldera on Friday evening was truly a 'grand' finale, and a rare treat for all of us." -Parents of 8th grader