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Course Descriptions

11900 Frontier Road, Frazier Park ,CA 93225

El Camino Pines

39136 Harris Road, Oak Glen, CA 92399

Luther Glen Farm

El Camino Pines Courses

Core Classes

Earthquake Walk

Through participating in a short hike to the nearby San Andreas Fault, this class provides an examination of fault systems and how plate movements cause earthquakes. 

Energy Lab

Students explore different types of energy, from the simplest of circuits to new alternative energies. 

Fire Ecology

Students will learn about the physical science of fire as an important natural process in many forests. We will cover the role of fire in ecosystems, prescribed burns and wildfire management. 

Forest & Wildlife Ecology

Students experience the richness of plant and animal life in the forest while learning the different types of trees, structures of the food chain and the relationships that exist in the forest.

Low Ropes Course

Individual challenge, self-concept, success/failure and self-confidence are important issues introduced and reinforced in this class. 

Pollution Studies

This class raises awareness of the impact that human activity has upon the environment and offers possible solutions to help minimize it. 

Water Ecology

Students are introduced to the most abundant compound on earth: water. Students learn about the importance of conservation, water transportation and human ecology. 

Weather Lab

Students learn about the wonder of weather! Concepts covered include: the layers of the atmosphere, air pressure systems, types of precipitation and the water cycle. 

Elective Classes

Archery

Students learn about the physics of archery, including basic terminology, techniques and safety regulations. 

Campfire Cooking

Students learn how to build a fire and prepare campfire delicacies and backpacking favorites. 

Frisbee Golf

Students will learn different techniques and terminology, then head out to play our 9-hole Frisbee Golf Course. 

Lacrosse

Students learn the history of the game as played by Native Americans in the 1400’s and get a chance to play. Its origins are rooted in legend, surrounded in ceremony and the game continues to be used for curative purposes.

Ravine Expedition

Students embark on a fun exploration of the ecosystem of the ravine while taking in the unique plants, animals and rock formations. 

Survival

This class teaches students basic human survival needs including how to keep from getting lost, what to do in the event of an emergency, water procurement, fire building, primitive shelter building and more! 

Orienteering

Students will learn the basic concept of navigation and how to use a compass. They will learn to read bearings and determine directions to follow a basic orienteering course.

Evening Classes

Astronomy

Students will learn about the stars in the sky, planets, galaxies and many other elements in our universe. A beautiful night sky also gives an opportunity for star gazing.

Camp Games

A variety of fun and interactive games led by our staff make for an exciting, energy-releasing evening.

Environmental Debate

Students take pro and con positions in a simulated town meeting dealing with a current environmental topic. This class allows students to take a stand and voice their opinions in a safe and controlled environment. 

Folk Dance

Students are taught simple, fun dances, including line and circle dances like the Cool Cat, Hand Jive and Cotton-eyed Joe.

Night Walk

Students learn about nocturnal animals and their adaptations and take a short walk in the dark complete with games and demonstrations.

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Luther Glen Farm Classes

Core Classes

Chickens

 Join us in the Luther Glen chicken coop and the lay hens that occupy it. Utilizing our chickens, we take this class time for students to learn about the life cycle of chickens and their eggs. Students will also learn how to grade eggs and what a supermarket considers as a "good" egg.

Livestock

Learn about all the animals on the farm and what purpose they serve. Learn how to care for them and what it takes to raise an animals on a large scale. Students will get to learn the line between pets and livestock.

Composting & Gardening

Dive deep into several different area of composting by looking at the relationships between food scraps, everyday items, worms, soil, and air. Students will see how composting can play a major role in soil health. 

Community Dynamics

 Offered on the first day, this course sets the tone for the week. It involves a set of problem-solving situations which stimulate core groups to cooperatively decide on a solution and then carry out their plan of action as effectively as possible. 

Fire Ecology

 Students will learn about the physical science of fire as an important natural process in many forests. We will cover the role of fire in ecosystems, prescribed burns and wildfire management.  

Food Justice

 Explore concepts around locally grown and healthy food options, the policies that impact our food systems, food deserts and what it would mean for them to fight for healthier, affordable food options.  

Native Plants & Wildlife

 Learn to identify and examine the importance of native plants in the San Bernardino County. We will look specifically at how the Serrano people used the plants in this area and how we can use the land and natural plants to benefit our farm. We will also learn about the wildlife in the area that helps to form a stable ecosystem. 

Geology

Learn about what it takes to form the land we stand on. Students will learn about the rock cycle and how to identify different rocks. 

Recycling & Pollution

 Reuse, Reduce, Recycle. Here we will focus on showing students ways to recycle, why we should recycle and introducing easy ways to reuse and reduce. Students will return home with new tips about recycling to share with friends and family. As well as some general knowledge about how to reduce pollution of all kinds. 

Water Ecology

 Students learn about the importance of conservation, water transportation, ocean ecology, and why this resource is so important in our daily life. 

Elective Classes

Archery

 Students learn about the physics of archery, including basic terminology, techniques and safety regulations.  

Campfire Cooking

 Students learn how to build a fire and prepare campfire delicacies.  

Frisbee Golf

  Students will learn different techniques and terminology, then head out to play Frisbee Golf.  

Farm Fun

Experience and interact with sheep, goats, horses, pigs, dogs and chickens that live at the Luther Glen Farm. Students will get to help our farm director feed the animals and collect eggs.

Soap Making

We will teach students how to make soap using items from our farm. Depending on the season, soap will be made with milk from our goats and/or herbs from our garden. 

Orienteering

 Students will learn the basic concept of navigation and how to use a compass. They will learn to read bearings and determine directions to follow a basic orienteering course. 

Arts & Crafts

 Students will be lead in making a take home craft. 

Evening Classes

Camp Games

A variety of fun and interactive games led by our staff make for an exciting, energy-releasing evening. This class is a favorite amongst teachers and students. 

Labyrinth Walk

In this class students will get to experience what it is like to walk a labyrinth. We will discuss the history of labyrinths in Greek Mythology, as well as an overview of astronomy. 

Astronomy

 Students will learn about the stars in the sky, planets, galaxies and many other elements in our universe. A beautiful night sky also gives an opportunity for star gazing. 

Environmental Debate

 Students take pro and con positions in a simulated town meeting dealing with a current environmental topic. This class allows students to take a stand and voice their opinions in a safe and controlled environment.  

Farm Folk Dance

Students are taught simple, fun dances, including line and circle dances like the Cool Cat, Hand Jive and Cotton-eyed Joe.

Night Walk

Students learn about nocturnal animals and their adaptations and take a short walk in the dark, complete with games and demonstrations. 

Return to Teacher's Corner
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