Become a Student of the Wild
Long before there were classrooms, there was the forest, the field, and the fire. Here, learning is practiced, not memorized. Through guided courses and immersive field experiences, you will reclaim the skills and awareness that shaped our ancestors. Choose your path. Then step outside.
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NATURALIST
Ecological Literacy
Train your eye to read the hidden patterns in plants, fungi, and the entire ecosystem.
WOODSMAN
Fieldcraft & Skills
Master the essential survival skills required to move confidently and responsibly through the wild.
STORYTELLER
Share the Wild
Create real change. Learn to communicate the wonder of nature in engaging and inspirational ways.
They don't teach this in school!
Education used to be about foraging wild plants, making fires, and crafting with your hands. We believe those are foundational human skills. The good news is that you can practice and master these skills quickly when guided the right way. That is exactly why we are here. We provide a simple, holistic path to nature connection and human survival skills that is rooted in ancient practices but perfectly suited for the modern world. Best of all, this is taught entirely by real humans, which is a choice we all need to consciously make moving forward.
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FREE Amanita Learning Module
Learn the Ancient Secrets of the Fly Agaric!
This iconic mushroom is incredible, and we are just now rediscovering the mycological wisdom that was lost. Join me to learn how to confidently identify it, understand its unique biochemistry, and discover how our ancestors prepared it as a powerful holistic medicinal tool.
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Become a Student of Nature Like our Ancestors
Edible Wilds
Forage plants in the wild and have confidence to use them safely!
Fungi in a Day
Confidently identify mushrooms & which ones you can eat.
Storyteller 101
Become an expert storyteller with today's modern tools.
Survival Skills
Learn bushcraft and survival in this cinematic science focused course.
Community
Get connected and chase the aurora in winter or learn about mushrooms in Costa Rica.
Knots
Know these main knots before starting a deep nature immersion - they'll save you.
MEET YOUR GUIDES
ReWilding Edu Since 2003
I am Rob Nelson, a biologist who has spent more than two decades teaching people how to truly experience nature, not just read about it. Since 2003, our team has created thousands of educational videos for students around the world and produced shows for Discovery, the BBC, and NatGeo.
But over time, I realized something important. Information alone does not change people or get them more connected to the wild. You need real world experience with like minded people.
TheWildClassroom exists to bridge that gap.
These guided courses and destination trips are designed to help you move beyond passive learning and into direct engagement with the natural world.
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AS SEEN ON
"Rob and Jonas are extremely talented and brave to do what they do. It's a pleasure to have worked with them!" See our experience
- Tradd Cotter, Mycologist
"I changed my relationship to the cold and snow thanks to Rob and Jonas in the arctic. They are incredible teachers." Read her story here
- Elise Madrick, Exec Coach
"As a fellow science communicator I can't say enough about the groups that Rob and Jonas have put together. Watch the clip"
- Dr. Alex Dainis, Scicommer
6 Pillars. One Ancient Blueprint.
Stop guessing. Start living according to the biological manual you were born with.
Through 1-on-1 coaching, I help you apply these core principles to your modern life. Whether you are looking to transform your health, master fieldcraft, or simply feel more human again, we will use the Ancient Blueprint to get you there.
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