The Coastal Plains Outdoor School is partnering with others in the Gulf South Environmental Education Network to host our second gathering of educators and leaders in experiential, land-based learning in March 2023. This intimate gathering of people dedicated to building stronger relationships between land and people in the Gulf South region will be held this year at Chicot State Park. If you are working in nature-based, farm-based education or promoting such efforts as a community leader, this gathering is for you!
DATE;
March 10-12, 2023.
THEME:
How do we build stronger relationships between people and land? What do healthy relationships and communities look like?
FORMAT:
Join us for this unique “open space” retreat, where the attendees shape the conversation and decide the activities they want to do most. This retreat is centered around building stronger relationships among attendees in a supportive environment. Attendees support each other by helping with meals and clean up. Dormitory bunkhouse and meals are provided. Tent camping allowed on premises. Additional sleeping accommodations may be available through the state park but must be reserved separately.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OPEN SPACE
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Potluck Dinner and Opening Circle
Open Space Introduction
Campfire
Saturday
Early Bird Activities
AM Open Space: Hike, paddle, discuss or both!
PM Open Space: Discussion, curriculum demonstrations, Q & A
Options: Campfire, Night Hike, Stargazing
Breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared in small groups.
Sunday
Early Bird Activities
Final Discussion / Report
Closing Circle
DATE;
March 10-12, 2023.
THEME:
How do we build stronger relationships between people and land? What do healthy relationships and communities look like?
FORMAT:
Join us for this unique “open space” retreat, where the attendees shape the conversation and decide the activities they want to do most. This retreat is centered around building stronger relationships among attendees in a supportive environment. Attendees support each other by helping with meals and clean up. Dormitory bunkhouse and meals are provided. Tent camping allowed on premises. Additional sleeping accommodations may be available through the state park but must be reserved separately.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OPEN SPACE
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Opportunities to share success stories and strategies as well as troubleshoot challenges in collaborative environment
- Building stronger relationships and wider network with other outdoor education professionals
- Spend the weekend in the beautiful rolling hills of central Louisiana, with opportunities for hiking, paddling through diverse ecosystems
Potluck Dinner and Opening Circle
Open Space Introduction
Campfire
Saturday
Early Bird Activities
AM Open Space: Hike, paddle, discuss or both!
PM Open Space: Discussion, curriculum demonstrations, Q & A
Options: Campfire, Night Hike, Stargazing
Breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared in small groups.
Sunday
Early Bird Activities
Final Discussion / Report
Closing Circle
