School Year Programs

Our school year programs offer long-term mentoring for girls through nature and soul-based circles. Each program is designed to meet girls where they are — building sisterhood, emotional intelligence, and a deep connection to the natural world across the San Francisco Bay Area.

Nature and soul-based programs offer girls a rare opportunity to step away from screens and social pressures, returning to the rhythms of the earth and the wisdom of their own hearts. Through seasonal activities, storytelling, and hands-on skills like fire tending and plant identification, girls build confidence that radiates into every part of their lives. The small-group format ensures each girl is truly seen and heard by her mentors and peers. This kind of deep, consistent connection over months and years helps girls develop emotional intelligence, resilience, and a sense of belonging that carries them through adolescence and beyond.

The transition from girlhood to young womanhood is one of life's most significant thresholds, yet modern culture often rushes past it without ceremony or support. Rite of passage programs honor this pivotal stage with intention and care, guiding girls through an elemental journey that explores identity, purpose, and community. Through outdoor adventures, creative expression, and guided reflection, participants discover their inner strength and learn to trust their voices. These experiences help girls step into adolescence with clarity, confidence, and a deep sense of being held by a circle of sisters and mentors.

Summer camps and day programs extend this work into the wild landscapes of the Bay Area and beyond. Girls explore redwood forests, coastal trails, and mountain meadows while learning practical outdoor skills and deepening their relationship with the natural world. These immersive experiences foster independence, teamwork, and a spirit of joyful adventure. Campers return home with new friendships, a stronger sense of self, and stories that remind them of their own capability. The combination of nature immersion and soulful mentoring creates a summer experience that is both fun and profoundly transformative.

Behind every program is a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring that all girls who seek this kind of community can find it. The organization partners with local schools, community centers, and families to meet girls where they are, both geographically and developmentally. Scholarship assistance and sliding-scale options help remove financial barriers, while programming is designed to be affirming and welcoming across diverse backgrounds and experiences. The goal is simple: to help every girl know she belongs, that her voice matters, and that she has everything she needs to thrive.