Vilda Adult Programs

Vilda is not just for kids.

Earth skills and nature connection are essential for adults as well. While there is no "no adult left indoors" movement yet, we think there should be. The benefits of nature connection for adults have been proven through multiple studies. There is a wonderful sense of belonging and confidence that emerges from knowing basic earth skills such as fire making, wild foods and shelter building. Our programs also build community and friendships with others who enjoy learning about our natural environment. Unlike more academic courses, our programs are active, hands on and place-based. Come learn and play with us.

Available Adult Programs

- SPRING ADULT PROGRAMS HAVE ENDED - STAY TUNED FOR FALL 2024 DATES -

Healing Nature
When: 10am-4pm, Sun, Feb 11, 2024
Location: Fairfax (Open space 10 mins from downtown)
Who: Adults (anyone ages 18 and up)

Tuition: $85

Most of us know spending time in nature is healing but how do we make the most of our sometimes limited time outdoors to harness these healing powers? Take a guided healing wander in nature and learn techniques of nature meditation. Gather around a fire made by friction making healing teas and salve from plants we can find on the land.

Registration Ends Feb 9 at 1:00pm

Bird Language Weekend
When: 10am, Sat, Mar 9 - 11am, Sun, Mar 10, 2024
Location: Bolinas
Who: Adults (anyone ages 18 and up)

Tuition: $300

Come spend a weekend at a beautiful permaculture site in Bolinas immersing yourself in knowledge of the local birds. Birds can tell us so much about the landscape and location of other animals when you learn how to interpret their sounds. This is very useful for tracking, hunting and also a very enjoyable practice for those who like hiking and spending time outdoors. Learning to listen to them is also a wonderful practice to enhance our senses and bring inner calm and awareness to our lives. 

This program is an overnight and includes a simple dinner and breakfast.

Registration Ends March 7, 2024 at 1:00pm

Basic Baskets & Natural Dye
When: 10am-4pm, Sat, April 13, 2024
Location: Lagunitas
Who: Adults (anyone ages 16 and up)

Tuition: $150

Weave a simple basket and make a naturally dyed silk scarf. We will learn about various basket making techniques. We will find out which local plants can be used for dye and experiment with a few different techniques.

Registration Ends April 11, 2024 at 1:00 pm

Adult Earth Skills Immersion
When: One weekend a month Sep 2023 - May 2024
Space permitting, can be joined mid-session.
Location: Various North Bay Locations

Spend one weekend a month in an immersive earth skills program lead by expert instructors - primarily Vilda Founding Director Mia Andler, and Vilda Founding Instructor Spencer Nielsen. This is a program so special it needs it own dedicated listing. Please view it HERE