Now enrolling: December Mini Semester · Regular sessions return in January

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How to register for forest school

Registration and payment happen in our secure Oakline family portal. It takes a few minutes the first time, and after that you can book new sessions in a couple of taps.

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Three steps to your first muddy morning

  1. 1

    Create your free family account

    Open the family portal and choose Create Account. Add each grown-up and child in your family.

  2. 2

    Sign the consent forms

    Review and sign our parent/guardian consent, the Terms & Conditions and the Photo & Video Consent.

  3. 3

    Choose sessions and pay

    Pick a full semester or single sessions. Sibling discounts apply automatically, and you’ll get a confirmation by email.

Already have an account?

Log in to manage bookings, update forms and see payments. Forgot your password?

Family Portal Login

Before your first session

Check the Plan Your Visit page for directions, parking and what to wear. Sessions run in all weather, and we email families if conditions become unsafe, so keep an eye on your inbox before each session.

Need help or a scholarship?

Cost should never keep a family out of the woods. Need-based scholarships are available. Call or text (929) 321-0552, or message us on Instagram, before you register and we’ll help.

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Registration questions

Good to know

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How much does forest school cost?

Family Forest School has been $20 per session, with 50% off each additional child, and full-semester registration comes with an extra family discount. Current prices for every program are always shown in our family portal when you register. Need-based scholarships are available.

Do you offer scholarships?

Yes. Need-based scholarships are available so cost never keeps a family out of the woods. Call or text (929) 321-0552 or message us on Instagram or Facebook before you register. Donations to Forest School for All help fund scholarships.

Can we try a single session first?

Yes. Many sessions can be booked one at a time, and drop-ins are welcome when there’s space. Our free family open houses are another easy way to visit before you commit to a semester.

Do parents stay during sessions?

For Family Forest School, yes: each child or sibling group comes with a parent or caregiver. Grown-ups are invited to join in, take photos and help with a simple hands-on project. The Modern Bushcrafters Club (ages 7–12) is drop-off, and younger siblings are welcome there when a caregiver stays.