Chattanooga Audubon Society helps homeschool families with living history and hands-on nature experiences revealing how programs like blacksmithing and rope making are transforming kids' learning and reviving their natural curiosity. In this episode, discover the unexpected ways this hidden gem cultivates skills, sparks wonder, and builds community, turning simple field trips into wonder. Sneak a behind-the-scenes look at how Chattanooga Audubon’s innovative homeschool day options have blossomed over five years. Jessica Whitehorn, Education Director, shares how the program's growth is driven by local artisans, community collaboration, and a mission to preserve vital trades before they disappear. We break down how these experiential activities foster not just knowledge, but confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love of nature and history. If you believe homeschooling isn’t just about textbooks and tests, this one is for you. 

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Chattanooga Audubon Society

Chattanooga Audubon Programs and Events

Chattanooga Audubon Field Trips

Chattanooga Audubon Facebook page

Chattanooga Audubon Instagram page

Jessica’s email address: [email protected]

Refining Fire Forge

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Theme Song: Together by Sara Ernst, Wild Pickle Press