The Outdoor Academy (OA) was dreamed up by Helen Waite (then Executive Director) in the 1960s. “At that…
THE OUTDOOR ACADEMY BLOG
Dear Eagle’s Nest Family, Joining a community like Eagle’s Nest is like joining a contra dance mid-step where…
We have seen the people of Western North Carolina come together in beautiful ways these past two weeks,…
When Helen Waite started the Hante program in 1972, she was running trips during the summer out of…
By Jesse Pyles, OA Director As we circle up each semester with new students and their families,…
By Julie Holt, OA Parent and former Director of Admissions The Outdoor Academy, as one of the…
“Of all the buildings I ‘built,’ this one was my most favorite.”– Helen Waite When we look at…
PISGAH FOREST, NC – After an extensive nation-wide search, piloted by the Aspen Leadership Group, the Board of…
Did you know the Sun Lodge’s official name is the “JB Hannum Sun Lodge”? Who is JB Hannum?…
Greetings from the Sun Lodge and Semester 58! In October, 2023 we gathered on the newly constructed Sun…
By Aiden Downey, OA Parent In this letter from Aiden Downey, a parent from Semester 57 , Aiden…
By Camille Wick, Annual Fund Manager We are humbled by the continued support of you, our loyal donors,…