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Outdoor growth for youth and adolescents

The Resilience Curriculum

Autumn forest path in Northville, Michigan

A six-week outdoor growth program for youth and adolescents, combining movement, team challenges, mindfulness, and guided reflection in a small-cohort setting.

6 weeksTwo sessions each week
7 participantsMaximum per cohort
Private payCost confirmed before enrollment
OutdoorsExperiential green-space setting

How the program works

The Wild Lab

Movement and grounding

Trail walks, resistance activities, and developmentally appropriate movement create opportunities to notice stress, practice grounding, and build confidence.

The Eco-Challenge

Teamwork and trust

Structured group challenges help participants practice communication, emotional regulation, problem-solving, boundaries, and relational trust.

Mindfulness outdoors

Attention and awareness

Nature-based sensory exercises and guided reflection help participants slow down, recognize internal cues, and explore resilient responses to difficulty.

The six-week roadmap

  1. Week 1Grounding and Earthing
  2. Week 2Identity and Mirroring
  3. Week 3Regulation and Tracking
  4. Week 4Connection and Support
  5. Week 5Resilience and Growth
  6. Week 6Legacy and Transition
Sunlit summer forest
The program uses outdoor settings to support active, experiential learning.

Who may be a fit

The program is designed for youth and adolescents who may benefit from a structured, active setting for practicing regulation, connection, and resilience skills. Every inquiry is considered individually. We will discuss age, needs, physical demands, group readiness, accessibility, schedule, location, weather plans, guardian involvement, and whether the program appears appropriate before enrollment.

The Resilience Curriculum is not an emergency service and is not a substitute for a higher level of care when one is needed. Participation is offered only after fit and enrollment are confirmed. No drop-ins.

Referral and enrollment inquiries

Start with a brief phone call.

Parents, guardians, counselors, physicians, pastors, school professionals, and community partners may call to ask about the next cohort. Please do not leave diagnoses, history, or other sensitive details in voicemail or ordinary email.

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A referral or inquiry does not guarantee acceptance or reserve a place. Any communication with another provider requires an appropriate basis and authorization.