Adult Classes at The Wild School
Reconnect with the land…and yourself
At The Wild School, we believe nature isn’t just for kids. Our adult programs give you a chance to slow down, learn timeless outdoor skills, and experience the deep satisfaction that comes from spending focused, hands-on time in the wild.
Whether you’re lighting a campfire, tracking wildlife, or discovering the uses of local plants, these classes are designed to build your knowledge, confidence, and sense of wonder so you can bring it into all your future adventures.
Upcoming Adult Classes & Schedule
All of our adult classes are currently held in The Woodlands.
Spots are limited to keep these experiences personal and hands-on.
Introduction to Fire Making
Saturday, January 24, 2026
10:00am – 2:00pm CST
Learn one of the most timeless outdoor skills in this hands-on introduction to building, managing, and enjoying fire safely and responsibly.
You’ll explore everything from selecting natural tinder and building different fire lays to practicing ignition techniques with fire strikers. We’ll also dive into how fire connects us to our ancestors and why it’s such an essential skill for anyone who loves the outdoors.
What you’ll learn:
- Selecting and preparing natural tinder and kindling
- Building different types of fires
- Practicing ignition techniques like fire strikers
- Managing and fully extinguishing campfires
- Local considerations for responsible fire use
You’ll get hands-on practice, ask plenty of questions, and leave with the confidence to build a safe, effective fire on your next adventure.
Local Medicinal Plants & Their Uses
Saturday, March 21, 2026
10:00am – 2:00pm CDT
Join us for a hands-on exploration of the plants growing all around us and learn how generations before us used them for nourishment, healing, and daily life.
We’ll walk the land together to identify local medicinal and edible plants right in their natural habitat. You’ll learn traditional uses, ethical harvesting, and simple ways to start incorporating these plants into your daily routines.
What you’ll learn:
- Identifying local medicinal and edible plants
- Traditional uses and beginner herbal knowledge
- Ethical harvesting practices
- Easy ways to incorporate these plants at home
You’ll leave with practical knowledge, fresh insights, and a deeper appreciation for the incredible natural resources growing all around you.
Introduction to Animal Tracking
Saturday, April 11, 2026
9:00am – 1:00pm CDT
Step into the hidden world of Texas wildlife through the art of tracking. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to identify and interpret animal tracks and signs, study movement patterns, and see how wildlife connects to our local ecosystems.
What you’ll learn:
- Spotting and identifying tracks and signs
- Interpreting movement patterns and animal behavior
- Using field sketches and plaster casting to record finds
- How to keep building your tracking skills with guides and continued practice
Expect to slow down, notice the details, and gain a new way of seeing the world. You’ll leave with practical tracking tools and a sense of wonder that changes how you walk through the woods.
About Our Woodlands Location
All of our adult classes are currently held at Rob Fleming Recreation Area & George Mitchell Nature Preserve, located at:
6464 Creekside Forest Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77389
This beautiful site is one of our absolute favorites. Here you’ll find:
- Towering old growth trees and native plants that feel worlds away from the city
- Shaded trails perfect for wandering, learning, and spotting wildlife
- A shallow creek for hands-on nature exploration
- A treehouse-style indoor classroom for gathering and workshops
- Convenient bathrooms and access to the Rec Center on days we need shelter
It’s the perfect backdrop to step out of your routine, build timeless outdoor skills, and reconnect with the land.
