In our busy world and lives, sometimes we forget that nature was the one that first taught us.

At Into the Wild, our ethos is ‘nurturing through nature’, and our key inspiration is allowing nature to be the teacher.

We are a group of teachers and biologists who joined together to start this project based in the National Park of Costa Vicentina, in the south of Portugal.

We provide weekly retreats and outdoor courses that are educational, fun and often life-changing.

We bring people, young and old, into a more meaningful, loving, respectful, joyous and spirited relationship with the earth. 

Courses are available both in Portugal and Latvia.

Weekly retreats are currently available in Portugal.



Into The Wild

This site is dedicated to promoting Earthskills and Primitive Skills events, schools and programs throughout the United States and beyond. Earthskillsgathering.org is a place for you to find out what events and schools may be out there.

Earth Skills Gathering

Poised between the Adriatic Sea and the Dinaric Alps, the Mediterranean island of Hvar is graced by a sublime beauty. Immerse in a culture steeped in the rhythms of nature and fellowship. Take part in a vibrant international community of families and friends. Rediscover the wonder of our world alongside your children as they explore science, art, and society as never before.

The Camp is led by a group of experienced educators, fluent in English and well-versed in learner-led pedagogy and practice. They serve to ensure a safe and constructive environment for our campers, preparing materials, moderating discussion groups, organizing group games, and giving helpful nudges during lab times. 

The Field School of Hvar has a singular focus on connecting young people with the wild wonder of authentic learning. All children are different, so our program offers a range of activities from al fresco painting to rock-climbing to reading symposia. Topics likewise span marine biology and civic leadership, boat-building and folklore, urban design and fluid dynamics. Incorporating local experts and artisans at every step, children are empowered to go as far as their curiosity takes them.

Each age group is supported by a Guide with relevant experience to that developmental stage. We aim for a student-teacher ratio that is supportive without being overbearing. For Early Learners (4-6), there is one Guide for every five children. For Lower Elemnentary (7-8) the balance is seven to one. And for the two older groups, Upper Elementary (9-10) and Middle (11-12), there are ten children for each Guide.

Just as importantly, children will interact daily with a wide array of local artisans and global experts through workshops, site visits, and other programs.

The Field School of Hvar

The Traveling Circus is a self-organizing group of 5 to 7 families exploring different countries all over the world.

Come experience shared meals and community activities, while still enjoying the independence of selecting your own accommodations.

Together, the community shares the cost of a teacher and assistant to lead a progressive learning program that travels with the group.

Our travel schedule will be:
Winter Term: January to March
Summer Term: June to August
This provides families in our community  the opportunities for seasons of rest as well as seasons for adventure and excitement.

Traveling Circus

A Wandering Village of families slow traveling together with an in-built adventure pod for the kids to be able to make deep and lasting connections, develop social skills and empathy, and have fun together! As a village! A unique roaming ecosystem where collaboration, contribution and sharing of our individual gifts and strengths is encouraged and admired! 
With plenty of free time for family bonding and side trips as desired! With as much or as little participation as you like. Making amazing memories, deep connections and rewarding experiences!
Message or check the facebook group for upcoming wanderings!


Wander & Wonder Traveling Adventure Pods

Worldschooling Hub Goa is a vibrant co-living and learning community designed for families seeking an immersive, holistic educational experience in the heart of South Goa, India. Our hub offers an all inclusive price with blend of Montessori-inspired education and permaculture principles, fostering growth, creativity, and connection within a supportive and nature-rich environment along with a teen hub.

Worldschooling Hub Goa

Our international summer camps provide a wonderful opportunity for kids and teens from 5 to 14 years old to learn English and Spanish in Spain, make friends from around the world, and have the summer of a lifetime!

Our summer camp is located in a privledged location in the Sierra de Grazalema, Cadiz, in the middle of lush forests, in an authentic 19th century manor house, that is a family friendly natural activity center.


Little Vedas - Bilingual Summer Camp

Childrens enrichment program - a place for your children to grow and thrive in a natural playful environment.

Ongoing Hubs run for 4 weeks, 9am-1pm Monday to Friday.  Lunch is provided.  Kids ages 3-12

Activities include:
Art classes
Guatemala cultural experience
Introduction to Mayan Farming Techniques
Learning to bake sourdough bread
Organic soap making
Butterfly farm at Caoba farms
Camping skills
Physical and mental development games

Cost is $640 US for the entire 4 week program, includes lunch, all activities, all excursions and all incursions.

Antigua is a beautiful city (big town really!) which is a world heritage listed city so has beautiful cobbles stoned streets and old classic buildings. Plenty of adventure with volcano hiking, lots of awesome co-working spaces (if needed by mom/dad) only 2 hours from the wonderful Lake Atitlan.

Contact Alana O'Donohue

Worldschool Antigua Guatemala

Campers at our unique sleepaway camp on 47-acre Canoe Island in the Pacific Northwest learn French and about French culture and participate in traditional summer camp activities such as kayaking, theater, archery, sailing, marine biology, fencing, and French cooking.

Located in the San Juan Islands of Washington State, the camp’s innovative, low-pressure approach to learning French language engages beginners and fluent francophones alike. Counselors, half of whom are from France, share their culture, food, and language. Our camp aims to shape conscientious world citizens and promote cross-cultural understanding.

At only 50 campers per session, our camp fosters a small, open-minded community of curious children and engaged young adults. The technology-free environment allows campers to connect with nature as well as with the people around them. Campers leave Canoe Island with increased self-reliance, success in new experiences, and lifelong friends; many campers return year after year.

The whole family can experience all the fun of summer camp at Family Camp.

Canoe Island French Camp

At Mirleft Cultural Cove, we offer a unique travel experience that combines cultural immersion and education. Our team engages children aged 4-18 in cultural activities from 10 AM to 3 PM, Monday through Friday (10-12) for 4 weeks. Located in the south of Morocco, our worldschool hub is the perfect place to learn about Moroccan culture, cuisine, and history.

Mirleft Cultural Cove Moroccan Worldschool Hub

This is a learning community for teens and tweens where learners can become  themselves in an environment that nurtures their passions and opens their minds to possibilities.  

Set in 5 acres of undulating land there is plenty of space for students to explore and imagine at Osa Jungle Academy.

There are a number programs are available for students to choose from:

 The Full-Time program is for students wanting a full day of school from 8am/8:30am to 2pm (or later depending on extra-curricular activities), 5 days a week. 

​The Part-Time program comprises any 3 days of the student's choice.

​With the Daily program*, students can select 1 to 2 full days of their choice, subject to class availability. Priority being give to those on Full-Time and Part-Time programs.

​Finally, if students would like to join on a completely À la carte* basis they may do so and select individual courses as they desire.

Jungle Academy

2 week sessions exploring the waters around the island of  Dhangeth
Included Activities
1. Dhangethi reef snorkeling
2. Dolphin / sunset trip 
3. Fishing trip 
4. Coral garden reef snorkeling at uninhabited resort nearby
5. Sandbank snorkeling 
6. Turtle snorkeling
7. Nearby reef snorkeling (inside reef of Dhangethi or another reef nearby)
8. Snorkeling with nurse sharks
9. Shipwreck trip
10. Whale shark experience
11. Manta ray experience
12. Sports with the local children
13. Visiting / helping out at the local school
14. Beach clean up
15. Visiting an uninhabited island / island hopping with lunch
16. Local hand crafts 
17. Nearby reef snorkeling close to Dhangethi
18. Maldivian night with BBQ on the beach

Into The Wild

Multiple Sessions

Earth Skills Gathering

Multiple Sessions

The Field School of Hvar

Multiple Sessions

Traveling Circus

Multiple Sessions

Wander & Wonder Traveling Adventure Pods

Multiple Sessions

Worldschooling Hub Goa

Multiple Sessions

Little Vedas - Bilingual Summer Camp

Multiple Sessions

Worldschool Antigua Guatemala

Multiple Sessions

Canoe Island French Camp

Multiple Sessions

Mirleft Cultural Cove Moroccan Worldschool Hub

Multiple Sessions

Jungle Academy

Multiple Sessions

Maldives Worldschool Hub

Multiple Sessions