Earth Native Wilderness School
Offers nature-based summer camps focusing on wilderness skills, survival, and outdoor education for various age groups.
▌ Editor's read Earth Native Wilderness School operates day camps in Austin and Bastrop, Texas, providing programs focused on wilderness skills, survival, and nature connection. The school was founded by Dave Scott and has been operating for 15 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They offer a variety of summer camps for different age groups, from ages 4-6 up to 13-17, with themes like 'Wilderness Survival,' 'Nature Ninjas,' and 'Archery & Primitive Hunting.' The website confirms that all instructors undergo background checks and hold Wilderness First Aid or higher certifications. Google reviews for 'Earth Native Wilderness School' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 239 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging instructors and the valuable skills their children learn. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited.
Who thrives here Ages 4–18
Earth Native Wilderness School sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right outdoors/nature fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2011 (15 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 4–18
- Address: 13702 FM 1660, Manor, TX 78653
- Phone: 512-299-8870
- Email: [email protected]
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
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