Bakersfield’s Outdoor School
Where Bakersfield kids learn by doing — not just sitting.
Outsiders Adventure is Bakersfield’s only nature-based outdoor school for TK–8th grade.
9 acres of hands-on STEM, leadership, and real-world learning.
Limited spots for 2026–27.
Acre campus
Grade levels
Class sizes
Hands-on
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Learning that sticks — because kids actually live it
Traditional classrooms weren’t built for every child. We were.
Nature-based curriculum
Every lesson connects to the real world. Science in the garden. Maths in the field. STEM through building and making — on our 9-acre outdoor campus.
Small class sizes
Your child isn’t a number here. Small groups mean teachers know every student personally — their strengths, how they learn best, and what lights them up.
Real academic outcomes
Hands-on doesn’t mean low standards. Our curriculum meets California academic requirements while building the critical thinking, resilience, and leadership skills that textbooks can’t teach.
Right here in Bakersfield
No long drives. Our campus is purpose-built right here in Kern County — convenient for Bakersfield families, with extended care options available.
Safe, structured adventure
Adventure doesn’t mean chaos. Every activity is designed with safety and developmental stage in mind — so kids can take healthy risks and build real confidence.
A real community
Parents, teachers, and kids all know each other. Regular events, open house mornings, and a community culture that makes Outsiders Adventure feel like family.
Find the right fit for your child
Two ways to experience Outsiders Adventure — year-round or summer.
Base Camp — Year-Round Program
Our flagship program for TK–8th grade students. Combines California-standard academics with daily outdoor learning, STEM projects, and leadership development.
- ✓ Full academic year (2026–2027)
- ✓ TK through 8th Grade
- ✓ Daily outdoor activities on 9-acre campus
- ✓ Hands-on STEM, nature science & leadership
- ✓ Small class sizes — teachers know every student
- ✓ Meets California academic standards
Summer Camp — Adventure Sessions
Week-long and multi-week summer sessions packed with outdoor adventures, team challenges, nature exploration, and unforgettable experiences.
- ✓ Multiple session dates available
- ✓ Ages 5–14 welcome
- ✓ Outdoor survival skills & nature science
- ✓ Team challenges & adventure activities
- ✓ Supervised by trained outdoor educators
- ✓ Flexible week-by-week booking
Real parents. Real results.
Don’t take our word for it.
“My son dreaded school every single morning. Two months at Outsiders Adventure and he begs to go. I honestly can’t believe the change — he’s more confident, more curious, more himself.”
“We were nervous about leaving the traditional school system. We shouldn’t have been. My daughter is reading above grade level and has made the best friends of her life — all on a 9-acre outdoor campus.”
“The teachers actually know my kid. Not just his name — his interests, his learning style, the things that help him thrive. That level of personal attention just doesn’t exist in a regular Bakersfield school.”
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9 acres built for learning outside
Purpose-built right here in Bakersfield — every corner designed to spark curiosity.
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9-acre outdoor campus — forest areas, open fields, and nature corridors designed for hands-on learning
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Modern indoor classrooms — structured learning spaces for academic instruction and quiet focus
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STEM discovery zones — dedicated spaces for science experiments, building projects, and engineering challenges
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Safe, supervised environment — licensed facility with trained educators and clear safety protocols
Ready to see if Outsiders Adventure is right for your child?
Get a free info pack — no commitment. We’ll answer all your questions and, if it feels right, guide you through next steps.