A unique outdoor experience designed to help preteens grow emotionally, build resilience, and develop healthy connections—all guided by licensed therapists.
Group Activities*
- Recognize + manage emotions
- Build emotional regulation + resilience
- Understand physical + sensory needs
- Develop self-awareness + confidence
- Strengthen focus + attention
- Learn healthy coping strategies
- Navigate challenges with confidence
- Connect with peers in a supportive environment
[*The 2nd session includes a hike; participants must be able to hike for up to 1 hour.]
Outdoor Nature-Based Setting
- Learn through hands-on outdoor experiences
- Reduce stress + support emotional well-being
- Foster connection, growth + learning through nature
Group Details
Ages: 11–13
All Genders Welcome
When: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Dates: July 13, 20 + 27, August 3
Location: Eagle Rock Park, East Boise
Facilitators*: Kayla Parker + Abby Cooper
[*Facilitators are certified in Nature-Based +Animal-Assisted Therapy.]
Most insurance plans, including Medicaid, are accepted, and a sliding fee scale is available for those who qualify.
This Nature-Based Adventure Camp uses the EPIC Model
| What is EPIC? | ||
|---|---|---|
| E | Emotions | Developing "Emotional Literacy"-identifying, labeling, and normalizing the full spectrum of feelings AND learning ways to impact our emotions in desired ways. |
| P | Physical | Understanding nervous system regulation and the biological needs of the body AND learning ways to impact our physical experiences in desired ways. |
| I | Intellectual | Understanding "Brain Needs" including stimulation responses (under vs. over-stimulation) and inner dialogue AND learning ways to impact our brain functioning in desired ways. |
| C | Creative Expression of Self | Cultivating self-worth, recognizing personal values, exploring one's role within a community AND learning ways to impact our identity in desired ways. |
