Using our wilderness as a backdrop, we encourage educators of all disciplines to bring their students and projects for a lesson in the real natural world. No matter the size of your “class”, WNE can provide the “classroom”.
Contact us early so that we can help make your project the best field trip possible! To get started, complete and submit the WNE Program Proposal form.
From time to time, WNE will sponsor a “scholastic competition” that will engage your students’ creativity and problem-solving skills. Check out the Challenges and Competitions page above or click here !
Activities at WNE properties: -Construct, reserve or obtain exclusive (use of) a: •Cabin •Hut •Yurt •Lean-to •Tent platform
-Teach a skill, lead a group or go "self-guided" •Walking/Hiking •Mountain Biking •Horseback riding •Doggy outings •Dog sledding •Snowshoeing •Cross country (Nordic) skiing •Picnicking •Orienteering •Scavenger hunts •Frisbee Golf •Skating •Sledding/Tubing •Canoeing •Archery •Skeet/target range •Direct access to State snowmobile trails •Direct access to Jericho ATV Park •Limited hunting and fishing
-Develop/test your "green" product within WNE •Outdoor products •"Green" construction materials/techniques •Alternate Energy products/ideas •"Green" horticulture/agriculture •Teach "Green investment" strategies
-Create your own wilderness adventure!
WNE believes in the values of a well-designed, hands-on educational experience. We are always seeking enthusiastic educators who are willing to move their students out of the classroom and into the wilderness.
Please be sure to check the Challenge and Competition listings for updates.
WNE is pleased to announce the high school "WNE High School Construction Challenge"!
New Hampshire high schools with design and construction capabilities are encouraged to participate in this program.
Challenge: Design and construct a 16' X 16' self-contained (off-the-grid) "cabin" (click here for details).
Format: Each participating school will enroll in the challenge before September 30 and submit a "blue print" of the design by November 30. Cabin evaluation and assembly/disassembly demonstration dates will be announced March 20.
A panel of judges will evaluate the architecture (practicality/usefulness of the design and use of "green" materials), engineering (stability/strength/assembly protocol and life expectancy) and wilderness theme (including an appearance that "blends" into wilderness and self-contained sustainability).
All participants will receive certificates of participation and appropriate scholastic recognition, including credits. Winner(s) will receive awards, scholarships and school grants (amounts to be determined) and continued recognition by placing their "cabin" into service at a WNE property.
A field trip to WNE can be a positive team-building exercise as well as providing a hands-on adventure that will be the highlight of your semester !
Are you a teacher, group leader or instructor?
WNE is always seeking individuals with outgoing and friendly personalities who can teach a skill, lead a trip or provide a fascinating presentation.
Would you like to create a program that you can offer to WNE members? Let us know!
Here is a list of possible topics.
GPS/orienteering, Dog sleds, Doggy Hiking, Horseback/Sleigh rides, Develop a Zip-line course, Disc/Frisbee golf, Photography and Film in Nature, Snow Shelters and Winter Camping, Snowshoeing, Cross country (Nordic) skiing , Wilderness safety/survival, Team-building exercises, ATV/snowmobile use, Shooting instruction/practice, Hunting tips and safety
