Outdoor Education

Outdoor education is vital for children's physical, mental, and emotional health, as well as their academic performance. It helps children develop a connection to nature and a sense of responsibility for the environment.

Use ESA Funds

Ocelot Oasis is an approved vendor for Arizona ESA and many other state programs. Explore programs and pay with your state funds.

Individualized Outdoor Education

Individualized outdoor education programs catered for kids of any age. All programs are customizable and taught by PhD level scientists on the San Pedro River. Programs can build on classroom subjects or be independent.

Outdoor Program Options

Wildlife Science

All grades

Wildlife science outdoor education blends hands-on ecological study with nature-based learning to teach students about animal habitats, conservation, and ecosystem dynamics.

Conservation Biology

Grade 4+

Conservation biology outdoor education combines hands-on ecological fieldwork with environmental learning to train future wildlife and habitat stewards.

NATURALIST EXPLORATION

All grades

Naturalist outdoor education connects people to the natural world through hands-on field science, guided exploration, and environmental stewardship.

STEM Research

Grade 7+

Outdoor education enhances STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) learning by grounding abstract concepts in real-world, sensory-rich environments. Students learn the scientific method by contributing to real field research.