Day Programs / Ropes Course

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Siskiyou Field Institute offers place-based educational programming for youth ages 6 and up. We are celebrating over 20 years as an educational institution by deepening our youth program curriculum. Our immersive day programs inspire curiosity and build confidence as students engage with the natural world.

Register your school early – our program calendar fills up quickly. Grades K-12 can register for all of our programs up to one year in advance!

Contact our Education Program Manager to register you group today: Call (541) 597-8530 ext. 106, or email at edmanager@thesfi.org

Once a group leader has set a program date, they will receive a confirmation email within 3-5 business days. The confirmation packet will include deposit information, a cost estimate, all relevant deadlines and necessary paperwork.

What to Expect

Travel and Logistics

Each school is responsible for transportation to and from the Siskiyou Field Institute campus. We encourage each group to bring at least one personal vehicle in case of emergencies. Day program arrival time is 10:00 AM and departure is 1:30-2:30 PM. Transportation may be organized via carpool or bus. Buses are allowed to remain on SFI grounds for the entire program length.

Food

SFI does not provide food service or snacks for day trips. Please have students bring a school sack lunch and snack, or lunch from home. All students are encouraged to bring a water bottle – there are refill stations on site.

Activity Options

Low ropes course and team building: A Siskiyou experience like no other! The Ropes Challenge Course at SFI consists of three different elements: Diversity Trail, Vertical Spider Web, and Acid River Crossing. Under the direction of our trained facilitators, students connect the challenges they face while completing the course with real-life obstacles, and develop self-confidence, trust, and teamwork.
Siskiyou Flora and Fauna: The Klamath-Siskiyou Ecoregion is one of the most biodiverse coniferous forests in the world. Siskiyou Field Institute lies in the heart of this incredible landscape. Students will explore the rich forests and several variants of Flora and Fauna that call Siskiyou Field Institute their home. In this class, students will examine the importance of biodiversity, identify local flora and fauna, and engage with the importance of conserving unique ecosystems like those at SFI.
Art in Nature: In this station, students engage with the concept of “art”. What different mediums of art are they are familiar with, what artists do they know, what makes something art? Students will examine Andy Goldsworthy and other natural sculptors who make art from natural items, and then create their own art pieces using SFI nature elements. Nature watercoloring and poetry can also be included in this session.
Service learning (for 7th grade and up): Students will have the opportunity to help Siskiyou Field Institute be caretakers of the land through service projects. Hands-on projects such as invasive species removal, burn-piling, and trail-clearing can be great ways for older students to get experience working with the land and doing work that professionals in the forest service, firefighting, and land management careers actually do.

Cost

$15-20 per person for ropes course.

$200 service project or nature class flat rate.

Email Edmanager@sfi.org for scholarship opportunities and cost info.

Overnight Option

Is your school or youth group interested in extending the joy of learning at SFI? Make the trip an overnight one! School and youth groups can rent out sleeping yurts, dining pavilion, lodge and classroom for overnight use. See our Lodging and Facilities pages for the cost of these added items.

What to Expect

Travel and Logistics

Food

Activity Options

Low ropes course and team building: A Siskiyou experience like no other! The Ropes Challenge Course at SFI consists of three different elements: Diversity Trail, Vertical Spider Web, and Acid River Crossing. Under the direction of our trained facilitators, students connect the challenges they face while completing the course with real-life obstacles, and develop self-confidence, trust, and teamwork.

Siskiyou Flora and Fauna: The Klamath-Siskiyou Ecoregion is one of the most biodiverse coniferous forests in the world. Siskiyou Field Institute lies in the heart of this incredible landscape. Students will explore the rich forests and several variants of Flora and Fauna that call Siskiyou Field Institute their home. In this class, students will examine the importance of biodiversity, identify local flora and fauna, and engage with the importance of conserving unique ecosystems like those at SFI.

Art in Nature: In this station, students engage with the concept of “art”. What are the different mediums of art they are familiar with, what artists do they know, what makes something art? Students will examine Andy Goldsworthy and other natural sculptors who make art from natural items, and then create their own art pieces using SFI nature elements. Nature watercoloring and poetry can also be included in this session.

Service learning (for 7th grade and up): Students will have the opportunity to help Siskiyou Field Institute be caretakers of the land through service projects. Hands-on projects such as invasive species removal, burn-piling, and trail-clearing can be great ways for older students to get experience working with the land and doing work that professionals in the forest service, firefighting, and land management careers actually do.

Cost

Cost:

$15-20 per person for ropes course.

$200 service project or nature class flat rate.

Email Edmanager@sfi.org for scholarship opportunities and cost info.

Overnight Option

Is your school or youth group interested in extending the joy of learning at SFI? Make the trip an overnight one! School and youth groups can rent out sleeping yurts, eating pavilion, lodge and classroom for overnight use. See our Lodging and Facilities pages for the cost of these added items.

Day Programs

SFI Day Programs can be tailored to fit K-12 public, private, charter, and homeschool students. Day programs typically run four hours long and can include multiple curriculum modules over consecutive days. Pricing can be adjusted if a group would like more or less than four hours. Please contact the YEP Manager to customize your program schedule. One curriculum module per day should be chosen by the group leader.

Day Program Field Modules

SFI offers field-based, educational day programs that can be tailored to fit the needs of K-12 public, private, charter, and homeschool students. All SFI curriculum aligns with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Common Core State Standards.

High and Low Ropes Challenge Course:

Year-round (depending on weather)
A Siskiyou experience like none other! The Ropes Challenge Course at SFI consists of six different high and low ropes challenge course elements: Giant Swing, Catwalk, Staple Climb (the high elements), and Diversity Trail, Vertical Spider Web, and The Bridge is Out (the low elements). Under the direction of our trained facilitators, students connect the challenges they face while completing the course with real-life obstacles, and develop self-confidence, trust, and teamwork. Harnesses for the High Ropes section of the course accommodate waist sizes between 22-51 inches. Consider reserving it for your next business retreat, family reunion, or birthday party!

Day Program Fees:

Pricing varies based on income eligibility guidelines. A $50 non-refundable deposit is required within 14 days of scheduling to reserve your date. If scheduling a day program less than 14 days in advance, your deposit will be due upon scheduling. Please see the Youth Education section of our website, siskiyoufieldinstitute.org for Day Program pricing.

Outdoor School and Residential Programs

Our residential overnight programs provide an unforgettable learning experience for fifth grade through high school-aged public, private, charter, and homeschool students. Residential programs are typically one to four nights in length and include meals, lodging, instruction from qualified instructors, and evening campfire activities. All SFI curriculum aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core State Standards.

Overnight School Programs

Year-round, grades 5-12
Fit more fun and exploration into your students’ field studies by staying overnight at SFI with your class! Our residential overnight programs provide an unforgettable learning experience for fifth grade through high school-aged public, private, charter, and homeschool students. Choose from one, two, or three nights of programming, and choose from our learning modules to fit your curriculum needs. All of our programs emphasize social and emotional development, deep nature connections, collaborative skills, active inclusion, and mindfulness.
Please contact the YEP coordinator to customize your program schedule.

Qualify for Oregon Outdoor School Measure 99 funding by selecting three consecutive day programs

SFI Day Programs can be tailored to fit K-12 public, private, charter, and homeschool students. All SFI curriculum aligns with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Common Core State Standards. Day programs typically run four hours long and can include multiple curriculum modules over consecutive days. Pricing can be adjusted if a group would like more or less than four hours. Please contact the YEP coordinator to customize your program schedule. One curriculum module per day should be chosen by the group leader.

OVERNIGHT PROGRAM FEES

A $500 non-refundable deposit to reserve your date is required within 14 days of receiving your confirmation email and estimated cost invoice. The package fee provides lodging, food, snacks, equipment and instruction.

DAY PROGRAM FEES

A 10% non-refundable deposit is required to keep the date, within 14 days of receiving your confirmation email and estimated cost invoice. If you schedule a day program less than 14 days in advance, your deposit will be due upon scheduling.