Outdoor Learning Center
Established in the 1980s, the Avon Outdoor Learning Center is a seven-acre gem where students can explore and discover in a classroom without walls, applying academic lessons into real-world practices. Only a handful of public schools systems in the U.S. can boast a learning resource like the OLC.
Approximately 10,000 students take part in our programs each school year. We offer educational experiences for all ages. Keep reading to learn more and to find out how to schedule a visit and utilize this incredible learning resource.
The OLC has an iNaturalist project! Follow along and join us here.
Getting Here
We are located on the south side of Maple Elementary, 7237 East US Highway 36, Avon.
Hi, everyone!My name is Jeremy Maxwell and I am the Coordinator at the OLC. I've been an educator for the past 10 years, and I'm a life-long nature lover. I'm excited to help inspire curiosity about nature in students at ACSC.
What's Happening at the OLC?
On September 12, 850 juniors descended upon the Town of Avon today for the 10th-annual AHS celebration of community involvement: Junior Day of Caring.
Show your support for our very own Avon Outdoor Learning Center by purchasing an OLC t-shirt. Hurry! The sale ends on September 20.
There are plenty of chances to serve Avon students by volunteering at the Avon Outdoor Learning Center during school field trips and other special projects.
The Avon Outdoor Learning Center has a busy spring schedule and is in need of dedicated volunteers to help make visiting the OLC a great experience for students and staff.
Honest Abe paid a visit to the OLC cabin to talk to the 4th graders from Maple Elementary.
The 2nd grade at River Birch recently had a pioneer day and the OLC was on site to teach about animal tracks.
Resources
Our Mission
We encourage learning and exploration in a natural environment, strengthening classroom instruction.
Contact Us
OLC Coordinator
Volunteer Site Coordinator
Follow Us
Volunteer
If you can spare an hour or two (or ten) please contact us.
The following are some of our most pressing current needs:
- Invasive plant removal
- Removal of cut trees
- Trail maintenance
Thank you for your continued support!