Previously called Mentoring Through the Seasons, this seasonal immersion is an opportunity to rekindle your connection—with yourself, with others, and with the living world around you. Whether you're a parent, educator, mentor, or simply someone drawn to the wild and the meaningful, this program invites you into a space of renewal, wonder, and belonging.
Guided by curiosity and gratitude, we step into practices that awaken the senses and restore the spirit. We gather around fires, wander the land, share stories, learn traditional skills, and engage in the timeless rhythm of nature. From tracking and bird language to crafting with wild plants and playing connection-based games, every activity is a doorway into deeper awareness, presence, and community.
More than a course, this is a lived experience—one that weaves personal growth with mentoring wisdom, and playful exploration with practical skills. Alongside peers and in relationship with Mother Earth, you’ll reflect on what it means to hold space for others, listen deeply, and respond with awareness. You’ll gain insight into the “mind of the mentor” and how to bring nature connection into daily life, relationships, and work.
While some join us for personal growth, others come seeking tools to bring nature connection into their families, classrooms, or organizations. No prior experience is needed—just a willingness to be outside, to be curious, and to play. You don’t need to be a teacher or facilitator; this is a space for all adults who want to live more connected lives.
Dates (subject to change)*:
🍂 Sat-Sun, October 25-26, 2025
❄️ Sat-Mon, Feb 14-16 (President's Day), 2026
🌱 Sat-Sun, April 18-19, 2026
☀️ Fri-Sun, Jun 12-14, 2026
*The adult immersion program is intended to be experienced across the year, participating in all four sessions to complete the seasonal wheel. However, we welcome inquiries even if you anticipate not being able to join all sessions.
Cost:
$200 Non-refundable Deposit
Supported by Community: $1,200
Covering Costs: $1500
Supporting Others: $1800
Financial Support is Available!
If cost is a barrier, some financial support options we offer are:
Scholarships: we are able to intentionally subsidize our programs to some degree to make them available to folks for less than they actually cost to provide. We have funds specifically dedicated to BIPOC participants as well.
Work trade discounts: If you are interested in working as a mentor or sharing other skills during programs or community gatherings, contact us to discuss an exchange.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to the Director Triad at triad.whnc@gmail.com to discuss options for making the cost work for you - we want you here!