At first I didn’t want to go to outdoor ed, but after, I wanted to go again. I wish school was as fun as outdoor ed.
Joey, student, Forest Park
Adventist School
Adult Classes and Programs
Academic Adventures has expanded to provide high quality adult programming and classes that feature the Pacific Northwest. Classes focus on subject areas and activities that combine well to take us to new levels of learning. Since 2004 we have worked closely with Skagit Valley Community College's community education programs to provide a variety of youth and adult programs and classes. These have ranged from Natural History by Kayak, to Aging Gracefully, and Vegetarian Lifestyle and cooking classes.
Beginning fall 2009 Skagit Valley College has re-started its community education offerings on a limited scale and we will be providing occasional classes again through SVC. In addition Academic Adventures will continue to provide content rich and activity based courses for the active and inquiring mind. Our classes will change periodically so please check back often. If you would like to receive periodic updates of new course offerings please contact us.
We look forward to seeing you in one of our courses soon!
Sincerely,
Andrew J. Rice, Executive Director
Academic Adventures
Sea Kayak Orcas Island by Bed and Breakfast - Summer
Marine Biology of the San Juan's - Sea Kayaking -Summer
Signs of Spring by Kayak - Spring
Marine Biology By Kayak - Spring
Skagit Hiking Series - Summer
Intergenerational Marine Biology (Parents/Grandparents & Kids!)
Link to Kids Connections
Sea Kayak Orcas Island by Bed and Breakfast
Let your cares drift away on the wake of the ferry as you depart for Orcas Island in the heart of the San Juan Islands. We will be immersed in “island time” for the week as we spend 5 days sea kayaking and exploring the waters around Orcas Island
Starting at $689/person Aug 16 - 20 2010 
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Marine Biology of the San Juan's - Sea Kayaking
Explore the San Juans by Sea Kayak and learn the Marine Biology of the intertidal as we paddle. Students come with paddling foundations and provide their own equipment. Let Andrew take care of the rest - learning should be fun, and what better way to see the life that teems on our shores than from the comfort of your Kayak.
$TBA/person Class Dates: TBA 9 pm - 3 pm
Spring comes to the Islands first each year! As we kayak we'll watch for the harbingers of spring - birds, flowers, and marine life - as they return and reveal themselves. Biologist Andrew Rice will be your guide throughout. As a long time naturalist and guide in the San Juan Islands, he brings the beauty of the Puget Sound to new life. This class is not a lesson in kayaking. Some paddling experience is required. Students provide their own kayak and equipment or may rent. There may even be a ferry trip to the Islands for a class! (Students responsible for ferry fares.) Come join us as we welcome spring!
$159/person Wednesdays March 3,10,17,24 9 am - 3 pm
4 sessions
Gear list and locations provided upon registration
To register: Call 360-708-3286 (Mailed Check, Visa/MC/Discover accepted)
Marine Biology by Kayak - Spring 2010
Come explore the edge of the ocean and the life that teems here. We'll be kayaking in areas shorebound tidepoolers never see! Join marine biologist Andrew Rice as he guides your discovery. Learn the life histories and natural habitats of the marine plants and animals that inhabit the San Juans. Classes coincide with the low tides of spring. This class focuses on marine biology and is not a lesson in kayaking. Some paddling experience is required. Students bring their own kayaks and equipment or rent. Come experience the sea from your front row seat on the Puget Sound!
$159/person Sundays March 21, April 4, 18 May 2, 16 9 am - 3 pm
5 Sessions
Gear list and locations provided upon registration
To register: Call 360-708-3286 (Mailed Check, Visa/MC/Discover accepted)
Skagit Hiking Series
New to the Skagit Valley? Or getting into hiking? Come join Academic Adventures as we explore some of the local hiking gems. Learn as you hike of the Native Plants and ecosystems we are moving through. Enjoy the peace away from the bustle of suburbia and all so close. Students should be in moderately good shape and have sturdy, comfortable shoes. A gear list will be supplied to registrants.
$79 July 21, August 4, August 11, August 25 7:30 am - 6 pm
4 Sessions
Gear list and locations provided upon registration
To register: Call 360-708-3286 (Mailed Check, Visa/MC/Discover accepted)
Intergenerational Marine Biology
Bring the Kids/Grandkids - and Explore the Shore!
Have you ever been explored a low tide with a child or grandchild? Ever been stumped by the endless stream of questions? Bring your budding marine biologist to this class and learn along with them! Each day we’ll explore a new and diverse inter-tidal zone with marine biologist Andrew Rice. These will be the best low tides of summer so don’t miss this! A great opportunity to learn with your children/grandchildren about the amazing life that thrives along the shores of the Salish Sea in Skagit County. Our final day we will meet at the Seattle Aquarium – as a capstone event for our week together. (Includes tickets to the Seattle Aquarium)
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$160* TBA 8 am - 12 pm M-Th 8 am - 4 pm F (Aquarium Day)
*Price for 1 adult and 1 child. $20 for each additional family member.
To Register: 360-708-3286
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