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Our program goal is to provide fun-filled learning opportunities that allow children to maximize their social, emotional and academic growth through authentic activities and real world experience. We accomplish this through support of unique partnership

programs that blend outdoor adventure, camping, enrichment activities, and travel.

The outdoor locations for the Healing Forest Institute's programs will be held on selected National Park Service or American Camp Association accredited sites locally, regionally or nationally. These locations meet the high standards of health, safety and management required in providing quality youth development programs.

Our Summer Travel Adventure Program itineraries are developed by the Board of Directors in consultation with a Youth Advisory Network of teachers and students. 

Participating campers are encouraged to enroll for a two- three year span for maximum academic and social enrichment. Each program cycle, campers will be engaged in an authentic adventure that includes health and wellness, recreation, academics, social skills,

and fun activities. 

The structured schedule, not only immerses children in the beauty of nature, it supports a positive social climate in which they can experience success and develop life long friendships. During any travel component, students will visit college campuses, and cultural or historic landmarks in different cities and states...learning along the way!©

The Student Sponsorship Program is a partnership endeavor with local schools and 

community based non-profit organizations that provide enrichment experiences

for students in natural or real-world learning environments. Stipends are provided

to students accepted in programs or eligible to participate in an experience unique

to their personal learning goals, but who may require additional financial assistance

to do so.  Students must email their request and complete an application stating their need which will be reviewed by a selection committee.

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Summer 2016: Harper's Ferry, W.VA; Lancaster, PA; New York City, NY (Statue of Liberty, Immigration Museum, 911 Museum, Apollo Theatre, Broadway Theatre (School of Rock); Quad Studio, Harlem Hip Hop Tours, Philadelphia, PA (Liberty Bell/Independence Hall)

Summer 2017: Annapolis, MD (Kunte Kinte Memorial); Cambridge, MD; Chicoteague, VA; Williamsburg, VA; Hampton, VA; Virginia Beach, VA VA Living Museum/Dolphin Watch; Elon, NC, Greensboro, NC (Civil Rights Museum)

Summer 2018: Pocono Mts, PA; Crayola Factory, PA, Pretzel Factory, PA; Corning Glass Museum, NY; Underground Railroad Museum, Buffalo, NY: Niagara Falls, NY

College Visits & Tours

Columbia University, NY

NY University, NY

Julliard School of Music

Penn State, State College, PA

Temple University

Drexel University

Hampton University, VA

Norfolk State University

Elon University, NC

North Carolina A&T, NC

University of MD Eastern Shore

University of MD College Park, MD

Morgan State University, Baltimore, MD

Delaware State University, Dover, DE

University of Delaware, Newark, DE

Buffalo State University

Summer 2021: Camp Sponsorship/ Partnership Programs; City Kids Wilderness Project Summer Camp,

Summer 2022: Camp Sponsorship/  Partnership Programs; City Kids Wilderness Project Summer Camp:  Healing Forest Community Service Program, Prince Wm Forest  Park, VA; Two Rivers Public Charter School 5th Grade NatureBridge Program

Summer 2019: Baltimore, MD; Mergenthaler Vocational School, Ripley's Museum; Dover, DE; School of Fashion Design; Newark, DE; Rehoboth Beach

Spring 2023: Camp Sponsorship/ Partnership Programs; NatureBridge, PWFP, VA --Two Rivers Public Charter School.

Fall 2024 - Spring 2025

NatureBridge School Year Science Program, PWFP

Summer 2020: Camp Sponsorship Partnership Programs; Arena Stage Virtual Camp; Generation Hope Teens; Dunbar High School Virtual Classroom

Base Camp/Team Building:

Northern VA 4H Educational Center, Front Royal, VA

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