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Family Nature Skills Day
Carkeek Park — Seattle, WA — Saturday, March 21st 2026
Welcome to another Wilding Adventure where we immerse ourselves in one of Seattle’s most beautiful parks, while practicing reconnecting to our inner nature, each other, and our wild selves.
All ages welcome!
In the morning, we’ll practice fire, storytelling, and pull out one of our most powerful connection tools: curiosity. We’ll come up with names, play games, and practice a crafting skill.
The afternoon will involve a group activity plus breakout groups to deepen intimacy in the group. Expect to make friends and have fun!
9 am - Opening Circle
12:30 pm - Lunch (bring a lunch, plus something to roast over the fire if you’d like)
4:15 pm - Closing Circle
What to Expect:
A collaboration between Wilding Education and Rewilding Real Estate is an immersive adventure filled with curiosity, laughter, and connection. Expect hands-on nature skills for your survival toolkit, playful games, shared stories, and—of course—great snacks. Guided by co-mentors Sarah, Storm, and Little Bear, each activity is thoughtfully planned to spark wonder, build confidence, and welcome every generation into the experience. There’s a touch of mystery, a lot of joy, and just enough magic to make this a day you won’t forget
Saturday, March 21, 2026
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
❋ Intentional StructureWe blend guided moments, open exploration, and space to reflect—so the experience feels both focused and fluid.
❋ Collaborative EnergyConnection is a core part of the process. You’ll learn just as much from the group as from the content itself.
❋ Experienced FacilitationLed by experienced guides who know how to hold space, encourage participation, and keep things moving with purpose.
❋ A Supportive SpaceOur events prioritize comfort, safety, and respect—so you can show up as you are and fully engage in the process.
Please Bring:
Layers (prepare for rain, just in case)
An extra pair of socks
Water bottle
Blindfold
Compass
Journal
Pencil
Optional: flint & steel, other fire materials
Curiosity!
How It WorksWelcome to another Wilding Adventure where we immerse ourselves in one of Seattle’s most beautiful parks, while practicing reconnecting to our inner nature, each other, and our wild selves.
All ages welcome!
In the morning, we’ll practice fire, storytelling, and pull out one of our most powerful connection tools: curiosity. We’ll come up with names, play games, and practice a crafting skill.
The afternoon will involve a group activity plus breakout groups to deepen intimacy in the group. Expect to make friends and have fun!
9 am - Opening Circle
12:30 pm - Lunch (bring a lunch, plus something to roast over the fire if you’d like)
4:15 pm - Closing Circle
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Sharing Gratitude
Song
Sense Meditation
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Friction Fire Basics
Making Cordage with Natural Fiber
Storytelling & the Art of Questioning
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Bird Language - learn the 5 voices of the birds, without needing to know the species.
Animal Tracking - when we find animal tracks, learn to notice which animal family left them behind.
Aidless Navigation - no matter where we go, learn how to keep track of North and how to find your way home.
The Big 5 PNW Trees - learn the differences between the most common trees in our forest to better identify resources, tools, or the seasons in our region.
Edible Plants - when we find plants that looks like food, learn plant identification basics to separate medicine from toxic or poisonous plants.
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Why are you asked to bring a blindfold? Because we’ll be playing with our senses! We want to spend a day heightening our awareness to the natural elements, ourselves, and each other. Be prepared to get a little dirty playing forest games!
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8:45-9:10 AM Registration
9:15 Opening Circle
Morning Activity
~12:00-1:00 PM Lunch Break
Afternoon Activity
4:15 PM Closing Circle
5:00 Conclusion
Reconnect with your body and mind as you escape the noise of everyday life.