For
It builds respect and understanding for the natural world.
Against
Weather, safety, and logistics make it difficult for all schools.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“They learn grit, confidence, problem solving, community, together-ness, teamwork, the list goes on and on.”
“Kids belong OUTSIDE and learning in environments like this.”
“The benefits just didn’t outweigh her unhappiness.”
“They don’t do academics there though - it’s just survival skills and learning teamwork and building friendships.”