Kansas City’s biggest field trip is back for another exciting year! Join the Royals for the 25th annual School Day at The K hosted by the official meteorologists of the Royals, KSHB 41. This unique event gives students and teachers the opportunity to learn about Kansas City weather and its patterns while also enjoying a Royals baseball game. School Day at The K has become a Royals tradition and attracts more than 20,000 students each year — so don’t miss the fun.
Wildwood will have hands-on STEM activities for students before the game!
A camp session at Wildwood lasts just 5 days, but we often talk about Camp Wildwood being a 10-year program.
Why? We focus on having campers come back each year because the research shows increased benefits for campers each year they return, culminating in long-term benefits that will impact campers into adulthood.
This February, we’re honoring Black History Month by celebrating Black individuals and organizations that make a difference in the outdoors. These leaders include scientists, rock climbers, ultra-runners, cowboys, and more. Check out the leaders below!
1. John Francis, Planetwalker
John Francis “Planetwalker” is an environmentalist and author.
In 1971, he watched oil spill into the San Francisco Bay, and was so disconcerted that he swore off all motorized transportation. For the next 22 years, Francis walked everywhere, raising awareness about the importance of the environment. This earned him the nickname “Planetwalker.”
Francis got frustrated when his words didn’t make enough difference, so he also took a vow of silence for 17 years!
He ended his vow of silence in 1990 on Earth Day, and also earned a PhD in land management.
A year later, Francis was named UN Environmental Program Goodwill Ambassador, and in 2008, National Geographic published his memoir, Planetwalker.
Today, Francis continues his work as an advocate for the environment.
Join us for a family-friendly day of volunteering at Camp Wildwood!
Help freshen Wildwood’s trails, garden, and cabins for the arrival of campers this summer. Lunch and snacks will be provided.
Best yet, volunteers will have the chance to win 4 Disney Park Hopper Passes!
Families, high school, corporate, and church groups are welcome! Youth under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Email jane@wildwoodctr.org for further details.
Please bring a water bottle and wear weather-appropriate attire.
End the day fishing in our pond or going canoeing.
