Brains and brawn are required in this problem-solving course.

Several hands-on activities will help students learn the pioneer way of life as they explore the Schroeder log home.

Explore the Native American village and learn the way of life of the Three Fires. Students will make their own sumac necklace to keep.

Choose from several hands-on experiments for your students to build their STEM skills

Students find themselves practicing survival skills as they experience a “life or death” survival situation.

Learn about the importance of wetlands by the collection and microscopic observation of live organisms.

Visit Hartley's coal mine ruins and museum while learning about the importance of coal in Michigan history.

This class correlates elements of the book Hatchet by Gary Paulsen while teaching students the same type of skills they read about.

With this treasure hunt into the past, you'll never know what could be found. They will excavate on the site of the old Bancroft Boarding House while they learn the exciting History of Hartley's past.

Learn the important role the lumber industry had in Michigan while competing in the Lumberjack Olympics.

Learn what it takes to make a great photo. Students will get to practice learned skills around our property.

Students learn the basics of archery and motion and then practice their skills with a certified instructor.

Introduction to fossils and history of the No. 8 Coal Mine

Students will explore the pros and cons of renewable and nonrenewable energy production by conducting hands-on experiments.

Students will assist in collecting and identifying species on the property using observation and exploration skills.

Students will learn of some amazing mammal adaptations and scout out evidence of mammals on the property.

Students will learn about Michigan aquatic ecosystems as they collect organisms and monitor water quality with scientific testing.