Red Arrow Boys

Saturday programs keep nature connection alive in our students throughout the year, and are held with the caring support of skilled nature mentors!

We have found these programs to be an important breath of fresh air during the often busy school year. Come join us for deep connections with nature, community and self, with learning and fun woven tightly together.

This program will run though the school-year for boys and boy aligned kids ages 7-15. That way we can really understand the different seasons, tasks associated with them, and the pure enjoyment of the ever-moving seasons. We will meet 1 day a month from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.

In this monthly boys program, we will learn the way of a woodsman and forest scout. We will focus on nature awareness, survival skills (shelter, fire, water, food), responsibility and respect- for self and others. This program will provide challenges, leadership, and community. LES staff take mentoring seriously, and are patient, caring, and supportive. This program will not only build good woodsman skills, but will increase the confidence of the boys. All programs are led by experienced LES staff. Each month has a theme (though we always jump on learning opportunities that come our way).

If the program is marked as FULL, please do register for the waiting list (no obligation in the event that space does become available). We will often schedule additional programs if we see there is enough interest.

Details & Registration – The Red Arrow Boys

  • Boys and non-binary kids ages 7 – 15

  • 2026-2027 Dates

    Sep 12th

    Oct 3rd

    Nov 7th

    Dec 5th

    Winter break

    Feb 6th

    Mar 13th

    Apr 10th

    May 1st

  • 10 am – 4 pm

  • In Charlottesville, VA at the Rivanna Trail access near Rio Road.
  • Full-year: $725

    Fall or spring only: $390

    (Note that a fixed or locking blade knife is required. We sell these for $25.)

    Apply here to be considered for Financial Assistance. Funds are limited and priority applications close April 6th. All applications after that point will be reviewed on a rolling basis as funds last.

    Payment plans are available.