Schools & Educators
Transform your classroom into an outdoor learning experience where students build knowledge, confidence, and a lifelong connection to nature.
Through the confidence and skills that my students gained during their MOS experience, they have been equipped with what they need to explore and appreciate the world around them.
Lamoine Consolidated School Teacher, Spring 2023
School & Educator Programs Designed Around Your Goals
Every Maine Outdoor School program is customized to your students, your setting, and your learning objectives—so it fits seamlessly into what you’re already doing.
An overview of our school programs, video made in 2020.
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School Program Series (Most Impactful)
Ongoing, immersive outdoor learning experiences that bring your curriculum outside over time.
➤ Standards-aligned and teacher-informed
➤ Typically 1x/week for multiple weeks
➤ Builds skills like curiosity, resilience, communication, and outdoor readiness
➤ Proven to increase engagement and deepen learning
Best for schools looking for meaningful, long-term impact—not just a one-time experience
Field Trips & Service Projects
Turn a nearby trail, park, or schoolyard into a hands-on learning environment.
➤ Guided outdoor learning tied to classroom content
➤ Local ecology exploration and place-based education
➤ Option to include meaningful service projects that benefit your community
Perfect for single-day experiences with real-world connection
Professional Development for Educators
Help your team feel confident bringing learning outdoors.
➤ Learn how to integrate outdoor, place-based education into your curriculum
➤ Build skills in group management, risk awareness, and experiential teaching
➤ Walk away with practical tools you can use immediately
Best for educators who want practical tools to bring learning outdoors with confidence
Workshops & Guest Talks
Flexible learning opportunities for students, staff, or your broader community.
➤ Topics include naturalist skills, outdoor education, and entrepreneurship
➤ Available in-person or virtually
➤ Engaging, interactive, and tailored to your audience
Best for groups looking for a focused, engaging learning experience without a full program commitment
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? You’re not alone, here are some of the most common things we hear from schools and organizations.
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Our programs are hands-on, place-based, and fully customized to your goals. Students learn by exploring, observing, playing, and engaging directly with the natural world—while still meeting classroom standards.
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Because every program is customized, pricing depends on your goals, schedule, and location. We’ll create a proposal that fits your needs, and we can often help identify grants or funding partners to support your program.
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We design programs to support what you’re already teaching, not add extra work. By aligning with your curriculum, outdoor learning becomes a more engaging way to meet your existing goals.
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Our team includes experienced Naturalist Educators and Registered Maine Guides with training in outdoor education, risk management, safety certifications, including Criminal History Record Checks through the Maine Department of Education, and each hold a minimum of a Wilderness First Aid certification. Click here for more info on our team.
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Maine Outdoor School is structured as a Low-Profit Limited Liability Company (L3C), meaning we operate as a mission-driven business focused on creating social and environmental impact alongside financial sustainability.
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Plan Your Outdoor Learning Experience
Tell us a bit about your goals, and we’ll design a program that fits your students, schedule, and setting.