Learn About Forests™

Learn About Forests is Eagle Eye Institute's signature one-day program that has been offered and refined since 1992. It is a magical, one-day experience that brings 10 to 15 urban youth to a forest environment and introduces them to the beauty and care of trees and forests. Additionally, it builds bridges to careers in forestry and ecology for urban residents, especially people of color, who otherwise might not consider a career in the natural resource professions.

Learn About Forests™ programs:

Open a young person's eyes to a whole new world
Ensure the environmental movement includes ALL voices of many backgrounds
Connect urban youth to rural forests
Link natural resource professionals with young people eager to explore and learn

Learn About Forests™ results:

Youth become environmental leaders
Youth become more aware and knowledgeable of the natural environment
Youth groups incorporate environmental projects into their programs
Youth go on to academic programs or start a career in the environmental fields
Youth and youth workers form memorable and profound relationships
Instructors connect with new populations

Learn About Forests™ components:

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A youth group of 10 to 15 youths
A remote, forested natural site at least one hour's drive from the starting city
Two natural resource professionals to serve as naturalist instructors

Learn About Forests™ programs involve:

A journey from the city to a rural forest
Hands-on exploratory learning
Natural resource professionals who serve as instructors and role models
A stewardship project which develops new skills, builds teamwork and encourages responsibility
A supportive environment that fosters learning, fun and adventure

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"I learned it is important to take care of nature's animals because the future lies with our generation." - Nelson, age 12, Mission Hill Youth Group, Boston, MA

"I learned that I am smarter than I think." -Tiixa, age 14, Green Corps, Boston, MA