Homeschool nature adventures | Fall 2026
Nature’s ninja warriors
Walk silently like a fox. Stalk like a bobcat. Learn to notice the wildlife most people pass by. This five-session outdoor education series gives homeschool students ages 5-18 hands-on practice in naturalist skills at a private ranch near Custer, SD.
- Ages
- 5-18 years
- Class dates
- Nov. 12, 19
Dec. 3, 10, 17 - Class time
- 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Mountain time - Cost per child
- $15 per class
$60 for all five
Outdoor skills, learned from nature
How do animals move quietly, keep their balance and notice what’s around them? Students explore those questions through movement challenges and close observation of the Black Hills outdoors.
The series combines structured biology and naturalist lessons with time to explore the forest. Activities include:
- Practicing balance, strength and sensory awareness.
- Learning quiet movement inspired by foxes and bobcats.
- Recording observations in field journals and making spatial maps.
- Practicing quiet observation at a “Sit Spot” to observe wildlife and investigate survival strategies.
Nature’s Ninja Warriors is a Black Hills Parks & Forests Association homeschool outdoor education program.
Five Thursdays this fall
All classes run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mountain time.
- November 12, 2026Session 1
- November 19, 2026Session 2
- December 3, 2026Session 3
- December 10, 2026Session 4
- December 17, 2026Session 5
No class November 26 (Thanksgiving).
Meet the instructors first
The optional meet and greet begins Thursday, November 5, at 11 a.m. Mountain time. It is free for registered families.
Tour the property, meet the instructors and get to know the other families before classes begin.
Choose the ticket that fits your family
| Ticket | Individual class | All five classes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $15 | $60 ($12 per class) |
| Sibling rate | $12.75 | $51 |
Sibling rates apply when two or more children from the same family are registered together for the same sessions. BHPFA members can enter their member discount code at checkout for an additional 15% off.
Register in two steps
- Buy tickets below. For individual classes, buy one ticket for each child for each session they will attend. Choose a full-series ticket for all five classes.
- Check your email. After checkout, complete the registration form and waiver for each child. Use the registration form to select session dates.
Your confirmation also provides the private venue’s address and directions.
Register for Nature’s Ninja Warriors
Choose your tickets in the current Donorbox event form. Please complete the emailed registration form and waiver for each child after checkout.
Questions before registering
Can we attend individual sessions?
Yes. Choose individual-class tickets for the dates that work for your family, or select a full-series ticket for all five. Choose your session dates on the registration form emailed after checkout.
Where is the program held?
At a private ranch near Custer, SD. Registered families receive the address and directions with their confirmation.
What should my child bring?
A packed lunch, water and clothing for the weather.
Is buying a ticket the whole registration process?
No. After buying tickets, complete the registration form and waiver emailed to you for each child. Both are required before attending.
Can we pay when we arrive?
No. Online tickets and completed registration forms and waivers are required in advance. Walk-ins and payment at the door are not available.
Who can answer other program questions?
For questions about participation, parent attendance, weather plans or cancellations, contact BHPFA at 605-745-7020 before purchasing.