Teacher Resources

Outdoor environmental education programs like NatureBridge offer a unique and transformative approach to engaging students. A recent study by the Stanford University and the North American Association for Environmental Education shows that overnight outdoor school can have profound impacts on students by improving their academic and emotional development. Here are five ways outdoor school programs can advance your students’ learning this school year.

This Fall, NatureBridge will launch a variety of Distance Learning programs to support students, teachers and families. Meet our team of skilled and passionate educators who have been developing interactive curriculum and will bring these programs to life.

Learning outside in nature has been shown to have endless benefits. At NatureBridge, nature is our classroom. To give you the best tips on teaching outdoors, we compiled the insight and knowledge of our seasoned outdoor educators.

At NatureBridge, we show students that scientists do more than just wear white coats in a lab. By introducing young people to the diversity of both scientists and science field work, we hope to inspire a long-lasting connection to the natural world.

Happy Earth Day everyone! I hope that you are finding ways to enjoy your environment today and everyday hereafter.

We're featuring some quintessential photos from our national park campuses and sharing a bit about what makes each of them unique.

Learn more about the history of our most recent NatureBridge location, Prince William Forest Park.