The Woods Project

The Woods Project

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Exploring, Learning, Life

The Woods Project’s mission is to create wilderness education and exploration experiences that develop critical behaviors needed for disadvantaged students to achieve success in school and life.

Photos from The Woods Project's post 06/17/2026

Our Olympic 1 students are in the middle of their frontcountry experience with NatureBridge. They have hiked to Marymere Falls, explored Ruby Beach and are currently prepping to trek into the backcountry. What will the group do next? Follow along for updates.

Photos from The Woods Project's post 06/15/2026

Our Apostle Islands students are heading into the back country today! Over the next 6 days they will paddle throughout region, camping overnight and exploring sea caves, shipwrecks, and lighthouses! Stay tuned for updates once our students return to the front country.

Photos from The Woods Project's post 06/14/2026

And they're off! Olympic 1 is en route to Washington state for a fun-filled adventure in Olympic National Park. Stay tuned for more updates!

Photos from The Woods Project's post 06/12/2026

Our Apostle Islands students are in the front country! Over the next few days they will be hiking, paddling, prepping for island camping and so much more with Wilderness Inquiry. Stay tuned for more updates!

Photos from The Woods Project's post 06/11/2026

We've made it to Apostle Islands! Keep checking in for more updates and photos as we explore Apostle Islands with Wilderness Inquiry.

06/11/2026

Meet Uriel Zavala! After three years of volunteering, Uriel’s favorite trail essentials are his inflatable sleeping pad and a stash of campfire ghost stories. He chooses to lead these trips because he’s passionate about teaching students how to treat nature with respect.

His best advice for anyone heading out? Leave the emails behind, embrace the "no-shower" lifestyle, and stay open to the wonder of new challenges. We are so grateful for his dedication to helping our students unplug and explore!

To learn more about volunteering with The Woods Project, visit: https://bit.ly/46gQ2SG

06/09/2026

Ready to run with a reason? 🏃‍

Registration for the 2027 Chevron Houston Marathon is officially open, and we want YOU on our team! When you choose to run for The Woods Project, every mile you run helps connect Houston youth with life-changing outdoor wilderness adventures that build leadership, resilience, and confidence.

Whether you’re aiming for the 5K, half, or full marathon, you can make a lasting impact on our community's students.

To join our team today, visit https://bit.ly/4dD6Nfd

06/03/2026

We have just a few spots remaining for our summer trips to Donner Pass and Olympic National Park. Don't miss out on the adventure of a lifetime! Students must sign up NOW and attend our mandatory Virtual Parent Meeting next Monday, June 8, from 6:30-9:00pm. Two- week trip includes all airfare, lodging, food and gear. Cost $100-$400.

Experience the wild during two-week summer immersion programs in Donner Pass and Olympic National Park. Participants learn camping skills, experience rock climbing or canoeing, and go on a guided 6-day backpacking trek. Students emerge with a stronger self and understanding of the world around them.

To register, visit: https://www.tfaforms.com/299335

06/03/2026

Today is Global Running Day, and we have a massive opportunity to win an extra $25,000 thanks to Chevron! 🏃‍♂️💨

The charity partner that raises the most donations TODAY wins the grand prize. Every dollar you give right now directly empowers Houston youth, helping them build resilience and leadership skills through life-changing outdoor wilderness experiences.

Let’s cross the finish line together! To donate today and maximize your impact, https://bit.ly/4dD6Nfd

Photos from The Woods Project's post 06/02/2026

June is officially here which means one thing at The Woods Project: it's time for our two-week summer trips! This summer we are sending students to Olympic National Park, Donner Pass, Breckenridge and Apostle Islands.

Activities on our trips are always planned with fun and adventure in mind! This includes ziplining, kayaking and hiking, all of which give our students the chance to immerse themselves in fun while learning critical life skills.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/4qJIEaW

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2700 Southwest Freeway
Houston, TX
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Monday 9:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4pm
Friday 9:30am - 4pm