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Terra-Forma Education is redefining environmental learning

At Terra-Forma Education, we believe that learning truly takes root when students step into the story themselves. Our programs weave together the arts, sciences, adventure, and myth to reveal the deep connections between diverse human communities and the planet we share. By bringing lessons to life through hands-on, immersive experiences, we teach real science while helping students rediscover their relationship with the natural world—turning curiosity into understanding, and understanding into action.

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Summer Camps (Ages 6-10)

With 20 years of magical adventures in Seattle, Terra Forma now brings its eight enchanting, week-long mythical outdoor summer adventures to Olympia, WA—inviting children ages 6 to 10 to step into wondrous worlds of nature, imagination, and play.

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Spirit Rising (Ages 11-13)

Spirit Rising blends nature, adventure, thoughtful decision-making, ceremony, and community into monthly challenges for a small group of tweens ages 11 to 13—unfolding over a year and culminating in a celebratory backpacking journey in the Olympic Mountains.

Spirit Rising Info

Outdoor Adventure Kids

The OAKs after-school program has been successfully running at Lincoln Elementary for several years, and with expanded capacity and open spots available, you can register at any time – we also offer scholarships for those in need to support your child’s participation.

OAKs Info

Thank you for your Donation

Thank you for considering making a donation to Terra-Forma Education.  All of our scholarship awards are funded by individual and business contributions to our scholarship fund.  The easiest way to donate is through PayPal Giving Fund.

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Or you can mail a check to: Terra-Forma Education, PO Box 12196, Olympia WA  98508.  All donations are tax deductible.  Terra-Forma Education is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  EIN #: 80-0027717

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testimonials

Thanks for such a wonderful camp. Melia had a great time last summer and is looking forward to more adventures this year!
Greg
I had no idea how much 'proof of possible existence' there was all around me. The last few weeks, no matter where we go, have been filled with Sasquatch finding tips and methods. Hope it lasts and lasts. Eamon and Ryan enjoy their time with you so much and can’t wait for another round.
Denise
Thank you SO MUCH for the hard work, thoughtfulness and FUN that you put into the Tree Saga camp. Spencer is still talking about it, still wears her medal and still sings her songs. I also love and appreciate the knowledge and respect for nature that you instilled in her.
Janet
My grandest one called me after his first day with you. He called it a spiritual camp and said he had the best day ever. Told me so many details of his day.  Thank you Thank you Thank you….
Veronia
I put out a message on my neighborhood group, Madrona Moms, and heard back that Terra Forma camps are excellent, “magical” and transformative. So we signed right up! Dean is very interested because he’s all about Big Foot. (In fact, he’s scared you might actually find Big Foot at camp!)
Amy
As I was planning our children’s summer camp schedule, my 8-year-old twins popped their heads around the corner and said, “There’s only one camp that we want to make sure you sign us up for — and do it NOW, please!” Of course, that camp was Caveman camp!
Sam
Thank you so much for being a strong and compassionate leader for our children. It’s nice to have a special place for her without all of her anxiety coming into play. She feels safe and comfortable with you, and I appreciate that. When we are out in the world, I find her answering questions about nature (information that I don’t even know!), which she has learned from YOU!!
Melanie
Elisha is really going to miss you and Terra Forma. We are looking for good day camps in the Santa Cruz area. Elisha really is measuring everything we look at by your camp, and nothing we have found even comes close to measuring up.
Fern