Bringing Your Class
What to Expect When You Bring Your Class
A day at Ramblewild or BaseCamp through Feronia Forward is more than a field trip, it’s a hands-on, outdoor learning experience that inspires growth, connection, and confidence in your students.
Once your class is approved for a scholarship, you’ll work with Ramblewild’s staff to coordinate your visit. Your group will experience a mix of team-building, environmental education, and exploration through guided forest hikes, interactive sustainability lessons, and either the BaseCamp or the tree-to-tree aerial adventure park (depending on age, size, and height requirements).
You’ll also be required to schedule a site visit before the trip, so you can meet staff, plan logistics, and ensure a smooth experience for your students.
These visits typically last half a day (BaseCamp, ~2 hours) or a full day (RambleWild, ~4 hours) and are split between climbing activities and environmental learning time. Schools bring their own lunches and handle transportation, and all necessary equipment for the experience is provided. Most importantly, students leave with memories of accomplishment, teamwork, and discovery — and a deeper connection to the natural world. Students will also complete a pre and post visit survey.
“students who are struggling with emotional regulation issues, self-esteem issues, and relationship building have come back from a day at Ramblewild feeling proud of themselves and of their peers. They’ve announced that they felt like they conquered fears, overcame challenges, and made new connections with friends that they might not have, had they not had this experience.”
Quote from Kaitlyn Hunt, a teacher who coordinated this experience for her students.
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FAQ
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Feronia Forward provides full or partial scholarships to eligible schools and nonprofits, covering all programming fees. However, transportation and lunch are not included.
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Public and nonprofit schools, as well as organizations serving under-resourced or at-risk youth. Scholarships are awarded to full classes — not individual students.
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Programs are available for students from Kindergarten through 12th grade. The aerial park is generally limited to students above 5th grade who meet minimum height (55”) and age (7+) requirements. The BaseCamp experience is open to all ages provided they meet the 40” height requirement.
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At this time, Feronia Forward does not fund homeschool groups. Scholarships are limited to schools and nonprofit programs due to grant and funding structures.
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Educators fill out an online application via the Feronia Forward website. If approved, they coordinate logistics directly with Ramblewild.
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A teacher or group leader must attend a pre-visit site meeting at Ramblewild and be present the day of the visit. Teachers also agree to share feedback through a short pre- and post-visit survey and provide class photos/videos and testimonials. We also ask that your students fill out a pre and post survey for the experience.
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Appropriate clothing and footwear for outdoor activities — weather-appropriate layers and closed-toe shoes. Ramblewild provides all climbing gear and safety equipment. Lunch and transportation must be arranged by the school.
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All programming happens at Ramblewild, a private natural forest in Berkshire County, MA. The experience may take place at either BaseCamp or the Aerial Park, depending on student age, height, and needs.
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Yes. Repeat visits are encouraged and each visit builds upon the last.