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Northwoods Forest School
Team
Northwoods Forest School is guided and stewarded with care, intention, and deep respect for childhood, nature, and community. While Northwoods no longer operates as a full-time school program, its work continues through seasonal offerings, land stewardship, and family-centered nature experiences.
Guiding Northwoods
At Northwoods Forest School, our dedicated guides bring a wealth of experience and passion for nature-based education. Each guide plays an integral role in nurturing the whole child through hands-on learning and outdoor exploration, blending Waldorf principles with mindfulness and Scandinavian simplicity.
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​​Ms Sara, Director + Founder + Lead Guide​
Sara founded Northwoods Forest School with a vision of honoring childhood through meaningful connection to the natural world. With over two decades of experience working with children, families, and outdoor education programs, her work is rooted in forest school values, Waldorf-inspired pedagogy, and Scandinavian simplicity.
Sara holds extensive training in nature-based education, early childhood development, and youth safety, and has spent years cultivating outdoor learning environments that prioritize wonder, resilience, and respect for the land.
Today, Sara continues to guide Northwoods through seasonal programming, community gatherings, and stewardship of the campus, ensuring that the heart of the work remains intact while honoring sustainable rhythms for families and the land.
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Mr. Joe, Nature + Forest Guide
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AJ, Forest Guide + Board Member
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Ms Kala, Board Member
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Training + Background
Northwoods Forest School is guided by professional training and long-standing experience in nature-based education, including:
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Forest School Leadership (Level III)
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Nature-Based Teaching Certification
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Early Childhood Education Certification
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First Aid, CPR, and Wilderness First Aid
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MinistrySafe & SafeSport Certification
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Ongoing study in Waldorf education and child development
This foundation ensures that all Northwoods offerings — regardless of format — are grounded in best practices for outdoor learning, child safety, and environmental stewardship.
Community Support
Throughout its seasons, Northwoods has been supported by families, volunteers, educators, and community partners who share a commitment to nature connection and childhood wellbeing. While Northwoods is currently guided by its founder, community involvement remains an important part of its story and future.
Our Board & Community Involvement
Northwoods Forest School is guided by a dedicated team of board members who help navigate the sustainability of our program. We believe in working together—with families and the community—to create a space that feels supportive, transparent, and in alignment with our mission.
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Board meetings are held monthly, and families are welcome to attend. Meeting minutes are recorded and available upon request in the office.
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Upcoming Meetings: Jan 31, Feb 28, Mar 31
