School Year Programs

Ventura Wild’s nature connection programs are offered throughout the school year, including Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions.

Registration for Fall Session II
is NOW OPEN!

Fall Session I: September 2 - October 24, 2025
Fall Session II:
November 3 - December 19, 2025

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How to Register — Fall Session II

Continue scrolling to view our Fall 2025 program offerings.

Registration is NOW OPEN for any remaining spots available in our Fall Session II programs. Please continue scrolling for registration links and more info on our program offerings.

At this time, you are welcome to sign up for more than 1 program. Thank you!

Please view our calendar for other upcoming session and registration dates.

Fall 2025 Program Offerings

MONDAY

Heron Homeschool
Ages 7 - 10

Drop Off
Fall II:
Nov. 3 - Dec. 15 (6 weeks),
NO class Nov. 24
Day: Mondays
Time: 9:30 – 1:30 PM
Age: 7 – 10
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Location: Ojai & Ventura
Price: $435
Lead Staff: Amy Davis

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Waitlist available

TUESDAY

Coyote Homeschool
Ages 5 - 7

Drop Off
Fall II:
Nov. 4 - Dec. 16 (6 weeks),
NO class Nov. 25
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 9:15 – 1:15 PM
Age: 5 – 7
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Location: Ojai & Ventura
Price: $435
Lead Staff: Amy Davis

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Waitlist Available

TUESDAY

Big Bear Little Bear
Ages 2 - 4 w/ adult

Parent/Caretaker & Child
Fall II:
Nov. 4 - Dec. 16 (6 weeks),
NO class Nov. 25
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 9:30 – 11:30 AM
Age: 2 – 4 w/ adult
Max Group Size: 10 participants
Location: Ojai & Ventura
Price: $325
Lead Staff: Sara MacCracken

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Waitlist available

TUESDAY

Ventura Explorers
Ages 5 - 7

Drop Off
Fall II:
Nov. 4 - Dec. 16 (6 weeks),
NO class Nov. 25
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 3:15 – 5:15 PM
Age: 5 – 7
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Location: Ventura
Price: $325
Lead Staff: Melissa Ruiz

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Waitlist available

WEDNESDAY

Niños y Naturaleza
Ages 6 - 10

Drop Off, Bilingual Homeschool
Fall II:
Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 (6 weeks),
NO class Nov. 26
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 9:15 – 1:15 PM
Age: 6 – 10
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Location: Ojai & Ventura
Price: $435
Lead Staff: Jenny Jacobs

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Waitlist Available

WEDNESDAY

Big Bear Little Bear
Ages 2 - 4 yrs w/ adult

Parent/Caretaker & Child
Fall II:
Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 (6 weeks),
NO class Nov. 26
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 9:30 – 11:30 AM
Age: 2 – 4 w/ adult
Max Group Size: 10 participants
Location: Ojai & Ventura
Price: $325
Lead Staff: Sara MacCracken

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WEDNESDAY

Ojai After School
Ages 7 -10

Drop Off
Fall II:
Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 (6 weeks),
NO class Nov. 26
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:30 – 5:30 PM
Age: 7 – 10
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Location: Ojai
Price: $325
Lead Staff: Sand Powell-Webber

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Waitlist available

THURSDAY

Hawks Homeschool
Ages 10 - 13

Drop Off
Fall II:
Nov. 6 - Dec. 18 (6 weeks),
NO class Nov. 27
Day: Thursdays
Time: 9:30 – 1:30 PM
Age: 10 – 13
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Location: Ojai & Ventura
Price: $435
Lead Staff: Amy Davis

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Waitlist available

THURSDAY

Ventura After School
Ages 7 - 10

Drop Off
Fall II:
Nov. 6 - Dec. 18 (6 weeks),
NO class Nov. 27
Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:30 – 5:30 PM
Age: 7 – 10
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Location: Ventura
Price: $325
Lead Staff: Melissa Ruiz

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Waitlist Available

Explore Fall Events & Workshops

For Ages 8+, Adults, and Families

Earthbound: Adult Program

Ages 18+
Friday, November 7

Date: Friday, Nov. 7
Time: 9:30 – 12:30 PM
Age: 18+
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Location: Foster Park
Price: $65
Lead Staff: Amy Davis

Ventura Wild’s Earthbound adult program series invites parents, teachers, and nature-curious adults to explore, craft, and reconnect with the natural world.

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Wild Edibles Workshop

Ages 9 - 14
Sunday, November 16

Date: Sunday, Nov. 16
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Age: 9 – 14
Max Group Size: 10 participants
Location: Camp Arnaz
Price: $70
Lead Staff: Sara MacCracken

Discover the nourishing and medicinal power of local plants! Your child will learn how to safely identify and ethically harvest wild edibles for food and medicine.

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Earthbound: Adult Program

Ages 18+
Saturday, December 6

Date: Saturday, Dec. 6
Time: 9:30 – 12:30 PM
Age: 18+
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Location: Foster Park
Price: $65
Lead Staff: Amy Davis

Ventura Wild’s Earthbound adult program series invites parents, teachers, and nature-curious adults to explore, craft, and reconnect with the natural world.

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Ventura Wild would love to hear from you!

Email: venturawild@venturalandtrust.org

Phone: 805-643-8044 x 4

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1284, Ventura, CA 93002