Peel Museum
Compton Gardens
Coler
Osage Park
The Quiver

School & Homeschool

at the Peel Compton Foundation

Core Values

Enhanced Learning Experiences

Experiential Learning: Outdoor field trips offer immersive, hands-on experiences that reinforce classroom concepts through real-world application.

Multisensory Engagement: Engaging multiple senses in an outdoor environment helps students retain information more effectively and deepens their understanding of academic material.

Connection to Nature

Environmental Awareness: Students develop a deeper appreciation for nature and a better understanding of ecological systems, nurturing a sense of environmental responsibility.

Sustainability Education: Our field trips integrate lessons on conservation and responsible environmental stewardship, teaching students the importance of protecting natural resources.

Social and Emotional Development

Social Interactions: Engagement in large environments fosters communication in team settings.

Physical and Mental Development: Time spent outdoors naturally encourages physical activity in those that do not regularly stay active and is proven to reduce stress and improve mood, promoting overall mental & physical well-being.

Academic Improvement

Increased Engagement and Motivation: Interactive, enjoyable outdoor activities spark curiosity and excitement, encouraging students to engage more deeply with subjects that may feel dry or challenging in traditional classroom settings.

Cultural and Historical Context

Local History and Culture: Our field trips provide valuable insights into local ecosystems, history, and indigenous practices, enriching students’ understanding of their community and its cultural heritage.

Preparation for Future Learning

Foundation for Lifelong Learning: Early exposure to outdoor education fosters a love for discovery and inquiry, laying the groundwork for lifelong learning and a passion for exploring the world.

Programs

Expedition Field Trips

Get your students out of the classroom and learning outside! Our Expedition Field Trips, sponsored by Black Hills Energy, immerse 5th and 6th grade students in outdoor educational experiences and hands-on activities at our Wetland Expeditions at Osage Park and Woodland Expeditions at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve.
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School Days at the Peel Museum

Presented by Avery

Step back in time during this immersive field trip for 4th grade students, where history comes alive at Peel Museum & Botanical Garden. Through hands-on stations led by local museums, artists, and volunteers, students will explore blacksmithing, textile making, homesteading, music, and key moments in Arkansas history.

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School Tours at the Peel Museum

Tour Peel Museum & Botanical Garden as a class! The historic Peel Family home and its seven Victorian-inspired gardens offer a unique way to examine the history of Northwest Arkansas through excavated objects, artifacts from the 1800s, and even plants!
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Kids Nature Classes at Osage Park

Designed for homeschooled students ages 6–12, this two-hour outdoor program explores topics like wetlands, wildlife adaptations, plant identification, and prairie conservation. With hands-on activities such as bug catching, building animal shelters, and designing waterways, students connect with nature while learning about Arkansas ecosystems.

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Kids Nature Classes at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve

This two-hour outdoor class for homeschooled students ages 6–12 offers hands-on learning in two age-based groups. Activities include using a compass, building shelters, practicing outdoor ethics, identifying plants and birds, and exploring the creek ecosystem.

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Contact Us

Have questions or can’t find what you’re looking for? Please contact the Peel Compton Foundation.

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