Outdoor Education at West Seattle’s Camp Long
Rooted in Nature, Guided by Curiosity, and Grown through Community.
Our purpose
At Archer’s Arrows, our mission is to nurture children’s curiosity, resilience, and sense of belonging through meaningful outdoor learning. We bridge the gap between indoor programs and nature-based education by offering both cooperative family classes and one-day outdoor experiences at Camp Long. Together, we explore the natural world, foster stewardship, and grow a diverse, inclusive learning community.
Our Programs
Our weekly classes begin in our unique outdoor classroom at Camp Long, where children can settle in with nature-inspired play, create, build, and explore at their own pace. From there, we gather for stories, songs, and snack before venturing into the park for seasonal adventures, hands-on learning, and child-led exploration.
Each class blends the comfort and rhythm of a traditional preschool with the freedom and wonder that can only be found outdoors.
Looking for a one-time opportunity to get your students outside and engaged in a meaningful way? Our field trip experiences are a wonderful introduction to outdoor education. Each field trip is designed to be engaging, educational, and age-appropriate.
This option is great for programs who want to supplement their curriculum with a nature-based outing or simply want to treat their students to a fresh-air adventure with a seasoned outdoor educator.
Want to bring the magic of outdoor learning right to your campus? Our teachers come to you with playful, engaging experiences that make nature-based education easy and accessible for your school.
A great fit for programs wanting to bring something fresh and memorable into there regular school day.
Our Educational Philosophy
Nature as the Classroom: We embrace the rich, ever-changing environment of Camp Long as our teaching canvas; encouraging exploration, connection, and risk-taking.
Child-Led Discovery: We support open-ended, inquiry-based learning where their questions and curiosity drive meaningful investigation and understanding.
Community Through Cooperation: Rooted in the cooperative model, families play an active role as classroom volunteers, creating a supportive and reflective learning community for both children and adults.
Inclusion & Accessibility: We are committed to building a space where every child and family feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Diversity is a strength that enriches all aspects of our program.
Stewardship & Responsibility: We teach children to care for the land, themselves, and one another. Through daily rituals, mindful movement, and storytelling, we cultivate respect for the ecosystem and model responsible outdoor behavior.
Hybrid Innovation: Our one-day-per-week outdoor format offers a unique bridge between traditional and nature-based education, expanding access to outdoor learning without requiring full-time enrollment.
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Feedback from families
"This program has my little guy loving the outdoors in a way I have never seen before!"
Brietta E.
“Teacher Archer is incredible! She has such an amazing way of engaging kids and getting them excited about learning. The focus on nature has been so much fun for my little one, and she has learned so much just by exploring and getting muddy at Camp Long with Teacher Archer!"
-Katie S.
“Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for an easy-going yet educational and FUN experience for their little ones in the great outdoors!”
-Krista R.
Let’s Take Learning Outside
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