We’re thrilled to share that Terra Form has once again received a grant from Inspire Olympia to bring back our Conference Week Outdoor Adventure Kids program — Tribe of the Hand — for a second year! Designed for both Fall and Spring Conference Weeks, this program gives kids the chance to connect deeply with nature through storytelling, creativity, and outdoor exploration. We believe it’s vital for children to build a bond with the natural world, and with the shorter school days during Conference Week, this is the perfect opportunity to get as many kids outside as possible. Thanks to the support of Inspire Olympia, we’re offering a free, one-of-a-kind outdoor experience where the wonders of nature come alive through captivating myths, hands-on learning, and interactive adventures. More information below!
OAKS Conference Week Program Details
Tribe of the Hand is a FREE after-school outdoor adventure program offered during Olympia School Districts Conference Weeks, scheduled for Lincoln Elementary School in the Fall of 2025. Students in Grades 1 through 5 are invited to participate in this hands-on program, where they’ll explore nature through storytelling, myths, and interactive outdoor activities.
Spots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis, with confirmation sent upon registration. This is a rain-or-shine event! Complimentary loaner outdoor gear is available, thanks to our Community Partners at Washington Trails Association (please confirm during registration).
PROGRAM LOGICISTICS
Students will meet at 11:35 AM with Terra Forma staff in a clearly marked designated area in the parking lot at Lincoln Elementary. They will be transported to a unique ecosystem adventure at a different Olympia park each day.
Students will be brought back to their respective schools by 5:15 PM. Parents must commit to picking up their children no later than 5:30pm.
Fall 2025 Conference Week - Clan of the Coast
October 27-31 2025
For millennia, people around the world have lived near water sources, drawing on them for life, sustenance, and wisdom. Over time, as modern life pulls us further from these natural connections, much of this ancient knowledge is at risk of being forgotten. Can your tribe rediscover the old ways and pass them on to future generations? Seek the wisdom of those who came before and explore the watery realms in search of answers. Your team can earn knowledge beads by learning the lost arts of identifying intertidal plants and animals, discovering your totem animal, understanding the effects of erosion, and protecting all water sources from misuse.
Spring 2026 Conference Week - Clan of the Canopy
March 30 – April 3, 2026
Clan of the Canopy is a mystical journey into the lush forests of the Pacific Northwest, where kids forge deep connections with the trees and land. They whisper to the moss, follow winding trails, and uncover the hidden wonders of the canopy. Through play, storytelling, and hands-on discovery, they become part of the forest’s unfolding magic.