Good & Rooted Nature School
Good & Rooted Nature School offers immersive, forest school–inspired summer camps for children who thrive outdoors. These camps invite kids to slow down, explore deeply, and create with their hands through imaginative play, meaningful handwork, and child-led discovery.
Camps follow gentle daily rhythms and are intentionally unplugged, giving children space to build confidence, creativity, and a strong connection to the natural world.
Summer Days: Forest Camp
Ages: Elementary | 5–10 years
Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
This whimsical, forest school–style camp is designed for kids who love to move, imagine, and create. Each week unfolds with simple rhythms, open-ended exploration, and hands-on projects. Campers may paint, weave, sculpt, craft, build forts, climb trees, and stomp through creeks as the days naturally unfold.
Sample activities may include: freezer jam making, sun looms, fire starters, wind chimes, tie-dye, watercolor landscapes, and other nature-based creations. Activities vary by week.
2026 Forest Camp Dates & Locations
- June 22–25 | $155 | Simpson Park
- July 6–10 | $195 | Stuart Park
- July 13–17 | $155 | Opossum Lake
- July 20–24 | $195 | Stuart Park
My Side of the Mountain: Adventure Camp
Ages: Middle School | 10–14 years
Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Inspired by the classic novel My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George, this immersive camp invites middle schoolers into a week of outdoor adventure and quiet discovery. Campers will hike wooded trails, build shelters, practice navigation, observe wildlife, and explore foundational outdoor skills.
Short, guided excerpts from the book are woven into the week, making this an ideal camp for kids who love nature, stories, or both.
2026 Adventure Camp Details
- July 13–17 | $155
- Location: Opossum Lake
What Families Love
- Small-group, relationship-centered environment
- Half-day format that works well for younger campers
- Nature-based locations across the Mechanicsburg & Carlisle area
- Unplugged, imaginative play with real-world skill building
Enrollment & Important Notes
- Families complete an enrollment form before final purchase
- Camp communication and paperwork are managed through Brightwheel
- Some camps require minimum enrollment and may be canceled if not met
- Early registration is encouraged to secure spots
Looking for an unplugged, nature-rich summer experience?
