Trees Indiana is proud to offer innovative programs and resources to help educators, including homeschoolers, inspire young minds, nurture environmental stewardship, and create hands-on learning opportunities. Through our unique initiatives, educators can engage students in meaningful experiences that foster a connection to nature and celebrate the legacy of environmental heroes.
Help young students discover the wonder of trees and the natural world with the Woodland Trails curriculum guide. Designed for educators and group leaders, this seasonal resource includes hands-on activities, games, classroom tips, and Indiana science standards to support outdoor learning all year long. Inspire the next generation to imagine, plant, and protect a community forest of their own.
Download the Woodland Trails Guide today and start exploring!
Trees Indiana, in partnership with Northwest Allen County Schools, invites educators, families, and youth group leaders to explore the AEP Nature Explore Classroom—an outdoor learning space located at Cedar Canyon Elementary School.
Designed with research-based, field-tested activities, the Nature Explore Classroom provides year-round opportunities for field trips and programming. The space encourages hands-on outdoor play and comprehensive learning experiences while achieving key goals:
This innovative space was made possible through a major gift from the AEP Foundation. Educators are encouraged to utilize the classroom to create memorable, impactful lessons that connect students to the environment.
The Johnny Appleseed Trail of Trees celebrates the environmental legacy of Johnny Appleseed through a partnership with the Johnny Appleseed Educational Museum in Urbana, Ohio. This program connects students with history and nature through the planting of Rambo apple trees, grown from the last living tree planted by Johnny Appleseed himself.
Fort Wayne’s Johnny Appleseed Trail of Trees includes locations at area schools and community spaces, such as Parkview Field, where students and educators have actively participated in tree planting. The program offers rich opportunities to integrate lessons on Johnny Appleseed’s ideals into classrooms and outdoor learning environments.
Ways to Engage:
Schools can qualify for the Johnny Appleseed Society’s National Registry of Schools by participating in activities such as:
Participating schools receive an official certificate, access to teaching resources, and recognition as part of the National Registry.
Bring nature to your school or organization with a customized experience designed by Trees Indiana! Whether it’s a one-time event, a recurring activity, or a lasting project like tree planting, we’ll help you create engaging, nature-focused activities tailored to your needs. From planning a Nature Event to providing practical ideas for promoting environmental awareness, the possibilities are endless. Let us help you inspire a deeper connection to the natural world!
At Trees Indiana, we welcome homeschool educators to take advantage of our programs and resources to inspire their students. Whether you’re looking for a hands-on field trip to the AEP Nature Explore Classroom or want to incorporate the Johnny Appleseed Trail of Trees into your curriculum, we provide unique opportunities for homeschool families to connect with nature and foster environmental stewardship.
Our programs are adaptable to various educational needs and offer meaningful ways to bring nature-based learning into your homeschool lessons.
Contact us to explore how Trees Indiana can support your homeschool journey!
Trees Indiana
3525 Lake Ave. Ste 11
Ft. Wayne, IN 46805
Phone: (260) 704-4794
Acknowledgement – Foellinger Foundation for operational funds.
Acknowledgement: Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Community & Urban Forestry and the USDA Forest Service, Northeastern Area for program start up funds.
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