Outdoor Education
Foothill Horizons Outdoor School inspires connections to nature and one another. We provide an interactive outdoor science experience, a collaborative learning environment and personal growth opportunities through individual challenges. Foothill Horizons Outdoor School develops respectful global citizens dedicated to stewardship in their communities and beyond.
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WHY SHOULD YOU SEND YOUR CHILD TO FOOTHILL?
Skills for life! - Your child will be engaging in conversation, learning how to ask questions and make observations, working with others, sharing thoughts about the day over a meal, and overcome challenges.
Social and Emotional Growth! - Your child will make new friends, find a bit of independence by managing their time and decisions, and will get to try new things.
Science knowledge! - Your child will get hands-on experience being a scientist by making observations, developing an argument based on evidence, and will begin to see the ways all things are connected.
Self Confidence! - Your child will discover that they are a strong and capable learner.
Memories that last a lifetime! - Climbing through the boulder caves, visiting the creek, hiking to the top of the Sky Tower to see the stars, singing together at Campfire... just to name a few.
Experienced staff! - Many of our Naturalists have been part of the Foothill Family for decades, so we know how to make your child's week the best ever.
... and of course... Over 60 years of tradition!
"Being a Counselor is worth it because you get to make the kids feel like they are worth it!"
~High school student
Foothill Events
Zoom
Meetings are held monthly.
Where to find information for families, who will be supervising, where will students live, what to pack, what is not allowed, Rules, Q & A
Zoom
Meetings are held monthly.
Where to find information for families, who will be supervising, where will students live, what to pack, what is not allowed, Rules, Q & A
Zoom
Meetings are held monthly.
Where to find information for families, who will be supervising, where will students live, what to pack, what is not allowed, Rules, Q & A
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21925 Lyons Bald Mountain Road, Sonora
- Free!
- No registration required.
- Foothill Merchandise available for purchase.
- Meet our staff, take a tour of our facility, go on a scavenger hunt and enter our raffle!
- Get all your questions answered while you meet our wonderful staff!
Zoom
Meetings are held monthly.
Where to find information for families, who will be supervising, where will students live, what to pack, what is not allowed, Rules, Q & A
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Foothill Horizons
This is the only Leadership Training Day that we’re offering this school year.
Important: Students must have their completed application packet in-hand to get on the bus to come to Foothill.
To Attend:
- Complete an Application Packet:
- You can get a packet from either your school counselor, Work Experience Teacher, or our website.
- b. Register on-line here: OCT 5 REGISTRATION LINK
- c. Registration Deadline: Sept 30 at 4pm (or until full)
Transportation Information:
- Click HERE
- Important: Students must have their completed application packet in-hand to get on the bus to come to Foothill.
Zoom
Meetings are held monthly.
Where to find information for families, who will be supervising, where will students live, what to pack, what is not allowed, Rules, Q & A
Zoom
Meetings are held monthly.
Where to find information for families, who will be supervising, where will students live, what to pack, what is not allowed, Rules, Q & A
Zoom
Meetings are held monthly.
Where to find information for families, who will be supervising, where will students live, what to pack, what is not allowed, Rules, Q & A
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21925 Lyons Bald Mountain Road, Sonora
Come visit Foothill Horizons Outdoor School, Summer Camp and Rental Facility.
Visite nuestra escuela al aire libre, campamento veraniego y centro de alquiler Foothill Horizons.
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Administration Team
Jessica Hewitt
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Director III, Outdoor Education
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- Schedule a class for Outdoor Ed
- Students with Special Needs
- Busing & Transportation
- Hiring
Clare Olson
Titles:
Senior Administrative Assistant
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- Foothill Merchandise
- Billing & Contracts
- Outdoor Ed Paperwork
- Site Rentals
Diann Rastetter
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Assistant Director, Outdoor Education
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The Counselor Program
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Naturalist Internship
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Website & Social Media
Alexander Frierson
Titles:
Naturalist Coordinator
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Weekly schedules
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Evening Program
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Technology Support
Lucas Smith
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Health Clerk
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Medication Administration
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Health Concerns
Shannon Perez
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Food Services Supervisor, OES
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Menus
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Food Allergies
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Special Diets
Edward Wynimko
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Facilities Lead, Outdoor Education
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Facilities & Maintenance
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Grounds
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Vehicles & Buses