- (435) 200-5656
- contact@yovolo.org
- Oakley, Utah 84055
A full day outdoors with friends doing real science and conservation work that matters.
Built for young people who learn by doing.
Fall and spring terms so you can ski in the winter.
The Volo Friday group includes ages 6-12, and we welcome older teenagers too. To provide personalized experiences, we include activities in smaller groups based on interests and ability. Two major sub-groups that we have found helpful are as follows:
The group for creative explorers and avid young learners. We focus on play, exploring, and fundamentals, while also helping with projects. This group is led by dynamic teachers such as Eva Denny.
For creative young people who are ready to learn more advanced topics and lead projects. We plan and lead projects and focus on scientific thinking and learning, while still exploring and doing activities with the rest of the Volo group. Arthur Morris leads this group.
Think like a scientist and a detective. Learn to recognize and understand patterns and relationships in the natural world. Experience first and define concepts second, as we learn in environments where matter cycles and energy flows.
Students have planted thousands of native seedlings along the Jordan and Provo Rivers, built and installed more than 80 bird houses on protected land, restored an aspen forest, built a bridge to protect a streambank, and cleared invasive weeds across acres of wildlife reserve. Students help choose and plan each project.
This is a community where great relationships fluorish. Warm, safe, and inclusive, we can help you and your family find what you’re looking for in science and hands-on learning. You want enlivening friendships; Volo is built for this.
Most Fridays we’re at one of Volo’s three outposts:
* The Oakley outpost near Kamas (our drop-off and pick-up),
* Our 40-acre Aspen land in Garff Ranches, and
* Our Midway base beside Wasatch Mountain State Park and the Provo River Restoration Area.
From each, we walk or travel a short distance into the surrounding natural areas, returning across the seasons to carry long-term projects forward and watch the land change. A few Fridays each year take us farther afield.
Drop off and pick up at the Oakley outpost near Kamas, or — coming from the Park City or Heber areas — meet the van at the Richardson Flat park-and-ride. From either point, your child rides with the group to that day’s site and returns to the same spot. We’ll confirm meet-up times when you enroll.
We’ll help you find out. We’ll share our Parent Guide and reach out to answer any questions.
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