- Arrowwood Adventure Academy - Homeschool Enrichment Days!

Where Learning Comes Alive: Homeschool Enrichment Days Fueled by Fun, Discovery, and Godly Discipleship at Camp Arrowwood!

Keeping Kids Engaged and productive is a Challenge……

As parents, we long for connection and growth for our children, and frequently, we feel the pain of needing to get them out of the house. At Arrowwood, we provide experiential growth-producing experiences for your homeschooler in a safe, beautiful, and intentional environment. We want to help your child grow in wisdom and knowledge of Jesus Christ and expand their horizons!

We want your school year to be a success, and we are here to help by providing your child with unforgettable experiences.  We have accomplished our mission for 25 summers and want to help families during the school year!  

Arrowwood Adventure Academy offers 1 day enrichment days in the Fall and Spring Semesters for your child on either specific Wednesdays or specific Thursdays, 10 am - 3 pm! We are open to children 7 - 14.

Activities Included:

  • Farm and Animal Experiences

  • Teambuilding and Ropes Course

  • Guided Nature Activities (We border GSMNP!)

  • Archery

  • Woodturning

  • Music

  • Outdoor Living

  • And we have about 20 other possibilities……..

Contact us today so that you can help your child grow in confidence, forge new friendships and create lasting memories that will shape their future!

Things to Know:

Details of each Day:


ARRIVAL
10:00 AM
Departure: 3:00 PM

Age Range: 7 - 14 years old (Students will be split into age-appropriate groups)

What to Bring: Each week, you will receive an email with specifics. Every week, you will need a water bottle, a packed lunch, closed-toe shoes, and an open heart to receive!

Price for Each Semester:
-Full Adventure Academy Wednesday: Six Program Days - $195 (First Child), $150 each additional
-Turbo Academy Thursday: Four Program Days - $135 for the first child, $100 for each additional
NOTE - The Thursday classes are running an identical program to the Wednesday Classes. Choose whichever Academy is best for your family for the whole semester.

If you have questions, please chat or send us an email. We want to work with your family!

Returning Families:
For our Spring 2024 classes, we are excited to offer a blend of some of our fall-favorite activities and introduce new adventures to keep the journey fresh and engaging. On certain days this Spring, students can choose from various activities for a more focused time.

New Families:
Welcome! Welcome!!! We had a great Fall and are looking forward to hosting many new families for the Spring!

Fall Academy 2024

We are in the middle of hosting our Spring Academy. As soon as we finalize our fall schedule, we will post it on here. You are welcome to sign up for our waitlist below. That way you will get an e-mail, as soon as we announce our registration day.

We are planning on having Wednesday Academy and Turbo Thursday in the fall… Registration Day will be sometime in the summer (June/July).

2024 Spring Semester Dates and Registration

Academy Wednesday Dates
- Feb 21
- March 6
- March 20
- April 3 (weather)
- April 10
- May 1
- May 8 Make-up date

Turbo Academy Thursday Dates
- March 7
- March 21
- April 4 (weather)
- April 11
(weather)
- May 2 Make-up Date
- May 9 Make-up Date

Questions? Check out Below!

  • Registration is easy and convenient. Simply click our registration button and follow the step-by-step instructions to secure your child's spot in the Arrowwood Adventure Academy. If you already have a CampBrain account from camp, please use that login information, otherwise, create a new account.

  • Yes, there is a participation fee for the program.

    Adventure Academy Wednesday: $195 for the first child, $150 for each additional child.

    Turbo Thursday: $135 first child, $100 second and more

    This fee helps cover the cost of providing enriching experiences and activities for your child.

  • Arrowwood Academy is led by Seth Houser, Esther Enns, Maria Bober, and the well-trained Camp Arrowwood and Wears Ranch staff and volunteers. All staff have completed training, have years of experience working with children in the outdoors, and have all been vetted through comprehensive background checks to ensure safety. We would love to talk to you about how we keep kids safe.

  • Our program is designed for the complete semester. Plus, we don’t want you to miss out on all that we have to offer! Group dynamics are important to us, so our goal is to serve the same great group of kids all semester.

  • Absolutely! At the end of the semester, your child will receive a certificate of participation to celebrate their growth and achievements.

  • You don’t need to be here. You are welcome to carpool or whatever works best for you.

    While we encourage parental involvement, our program is designed for uninterrupted learning and interaction among our students and staff. You are welcome to observe from a distance, volunteer, relax in the National Park, or hang out in our Picnic Pavilion while your child participates.

  • Students bring their sack lunch and a water bottle.

  • We offer discounts for multiple children from the same family. We also want all families to be able to attend. If you need financial assistance, please get in touch with us!