Location
Our beautiful wooded campus 20 minutes east of Austin at
921 Shiloh Rd, Bastrop, TX 78602
Days
Tuesday, Thursday or Friday program options are offered. Meets one day a week for a total of 31 class sessions between September and May. Max 10:1 student to instructor ratio
Times
This program meets from 9:30am-3:30pm.
Ages
5-12 (age by 9/30/2025)
Price
See tuition options in green box below
Students are divided into groups within the program based on age.
FARM & FOREST ROOTS
New Program in Bastrop!
Give your child the opportunity to connect with the land, care for animals, and explore nature in our exciting new Farm & Forest Roots Program. Designed for young adventurers and budding naturalists, this program combines hands-on farm chores, animal care, and outdoor skills with meaningful nature exploration. Your child will develop practical skills while gaining a deeper understanding of animals, agriculture, and the natural world around them.
What Your Child Will Experience:
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Animal Care & Connection:
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Daily involvement in the care of a variety of farm animals, including horses, miniature donkeys, goats, chickens, and pigs.
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Helping to raise baby animals like chicks and ducklings, learning their needs, and observing their growth.
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Bonding with animals through feeding, watering, brushing, and gentle grooming, fostering a sense of responsibility and connection to the creatures on the farm.
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Farm Skills & Homesteading Projects:
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Learning to use basic farm tools, including a pocket knife, safely and responsibly for farm tasks such as harvesting, food preparation, and simple repairs.
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Gaining practical skills in farm chores such as fence repair, basic maintenance and repairs of farm equipment, and building simple structures.
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Engaging in hands-on homesteading activities like making homemade pickles, soap making, and natural leather tanning using local materials like acorns and pecans.
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Experiencing the process of growing, harvesting, and preserving food.
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Outdoor Exploration & Nature Connection:
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Practicing essential outdoor skills, such as safely starting, tending campfires, identifying local edible and medicinal plants, and navigating through the woods.
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Learning to recognize common animal tracks, understand local ecology, and explore the natural history of the area, helping your child build a deeper relationship with the environment.
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Participating in fun, light outdoor games and activities that encourage curiosity and a love of the outdoors.
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Why the Farm & Forest Roots Program Is Right for Your Child:
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Hands-On Learning: Your child will engage in meaningful, real-world tasks, from caring for animals to working on the farm and participating in creative homesteading projects.
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Practical Skills: Your child will gain practical, everyday life skills that connect them to nature and cultivate a sense of responsibility, independence, and confidence.
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Animal & Nature Connection: Through caring for animals and learning about the environment, your child will build a stronger connection to the natural world.
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Safety & Responsibility: Through lessons on using an outdoor knife and farm tools safely, your child will learn valuable safety protocols and the responsible handling of tools.
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Community & Teamwork: The program fosters collaboration, responsibility, and teamwork as your child works alongside peers and mentors in a supportive, nurturing environment.
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Empowerment: As your child completes tasks and develops new skills, they will feel a sense of accomplishment and empowerment, building confidence in their abilities.
The Farm & Forest Roots Program is ideal for children who are curious about farm life, love animals and want to explore the outdoors in a hands-on, meaningful way. It’s a wonderful opportunity for your child to gain valuable skills, create lasting memories, and form a deep connection with the land and the animals they care for.
2025-26 CALENDAR
First Week of class: September 2
Last Week of class: May 5
Holiday Breaks - No Classes
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29
Winter Break - December 23-Jan 3
Spring Break - March 10-21
REGISTRATION FEE
A $300 registration fee per program spot is required at the time of enrollment. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable should you withdraw anytime after enrolling.
For more information about this program give us a call at
512-299-8870 or email us at info@earthnativeschool.com
Purchase an Earth Native Klean Kanteen Bottle
Available to buy during registration - pick up at class!
Klean Kanteen
27 oz, Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Sports Top $25
Klean Kanteen
16 oz, TKWide Insulated Hot/Cold Beverage Bottle with Leak-Proof Cafe Cap $25
Klean Kanteen
32 oz, Insulated Wide Mouth Water Bottle with Chug Cap $45