Learn ways to feel safe and CONFIDENT in the outdoors and in your community. The Wild Way is working with Summit Jiu-Jitsu Academy to hold an “Intro to Jiu-Jitsu” course that will focus on situational awareness and self-defense in the outdoors and community.

Calling all girls with a love for creativity and the outdoors! Join us for a Nature-Based Writing Class, where nature becomes your muse and your imagination runs wild.

We are offering two-hour writing workshop for girls ages 9 to 14 to explore storytelling and poetry under the guidance of local author Cyndy Unwin. We will discuss different writing styles and do some exercises to spark inspiration and excitement, and then the girls create their own nature-inspired short story or poem.

Note: This event is now FULL. You can still sign up to join our waiting list.

In collaboration with Roanoke CPR and Scouts BSA, The Wild Way is offering a basic first aid class for girls ages 11 to 14.

Whether your girl is gearing up for outdoor adventures, preparing for a summer job, babysitting, or just curious about healthcare, this class is a great way to learn the basics and gain confidence!

Note: This event is now FULL. You can still sign up to join our waiting list.

The Wild Way works with the City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation department to offer caving excursions. If your girl loves to explore and is comfortable in tight spaces, this is a fascinating and unique way to experience our area’s wilderness. Girls will hike out to a wild cave and spend several hours exploring and learning about subterranean features and ecology.

Strength and resistance training is a fun and exciting way to develop physical and mental strength, and it’s especially important for women’s health.

The Wild Way is working with Community Unify Roanoke to hold an “Intro to Strength Training” workshop for girls. We’ll talk about why strength training is so important for female health and cover some basic movements that you can do in a gym and at home.

Note: This event is now full. You can sign up to join our waiting list!

See the outdoors from an entirely new perspective - from in-between the ears of a horse! The Wild Way partners with Spring Valley Farms in Moneta to provide horseback trail riding. Horseback riding is a huge confidence-builder, as girls learn to bond with and direct these powerful and graceful animals. All riders are welcome to join, especially first-timers.

Join The Wild Way for zip-lining and high ropes at Treetop Quest, right in time for Halloween! Challenges include Tarzan swings, cargo nets, tightropes, and of course, zip-lines. Ropes courses are always a thrilling, confidence-building experience.

Sharp Top is the classic Peaks of Otter hike! Short and sweet, this 3-mile trail involves a lot of steps, but the 360 degree-views at the top are worth it. This is a challenging hike, but no prior experience is required as long as there is a willingness to sweat!

Note: This event is now FULL, but you can still sign-up to join our waiting list.

Give your girl the opportunity to experience an authentic outdoor rock climbing experience at Raven’s Roost, a beginner’s climbing spot near Wintergreen. Girls will learn about climbing safety and equipment, learn about the belay and pitching process, and practice both bouldering and top-roping.

Note: This event is now full. You can still fill out the form below to sign up for our waiting list.

We’re aiming for adventure with ARCHERY at The Peaks Retreat & Adventure Center in Bedford County! We’ll spend some time exploring their grounds before we try out archery and then finish off the day with s’mores around the campfire.

Note: This event is now full. You can still fill out the form below to sign up for our waiting list.

Give your girl the opportunity to experience an authentic outdoor rock climbing experience at Raven’s Roost, a beginner’s climbing spot near Wintergreen. Girls will learn about climbing safety and equipment, learn about the belay and pitching process, and practice both bouldering and top-roping.

Note: This event is now full. You can still fill out the form below to sign up for our waiting list.

Want to see the river in a totally different way? We’re stand-up paddleboarding (SUPing) and SNORKELING on the James River! We’ll SUP from Gala to Craig’s Creek, while we explore our rivers’ native flora and fauna along the way.

There’s nothing better than relaxing on the water on a hot day! We’re teaming up with Humble Hustle’s “Pretty Humble” program to go stand-up paddleboarding on the Roanoke River. No paddling experience is required!

It’s o-FISH-ial…we’re going kayaking and fishing with Beyond Boundaries and VA-Department of Wildlife Resources! Join us for a day on the Maury River as we hone our kayaking skills, paddle through some light river rapids, and learn about the ins and outs of fishing.

Give your girl the opportunity to have an authentic outdoor rock climbing experience at Hanging Rock in Salem. We will be working with Beyond Boundaries to provide a beginner workshop in bouldering, top-roping, and rappelling. This is an awesome opportunity to climb a true rock face!

The Wild Way will be at River Rock on two Thursdays in the month of May to introduce girls to indoor rock climbing. Your girl will both climb and boulder, as well as learn about climbing safety, climbing equipment, and the belaying process.

The Wild Way will be at River Rock on two Thursdays in the month of May to introduce girls to indoor rock climbing. Your girl will both climb and boulder, as well as learn about climbing safety, climbing equipment, and the belaying process.

What if we told you that we’re going on a hike up Mill Mountain that is GUARANTEED to include some adorable animal encounters? We’ll hike the 2-mile Star Trail to the top, and after visiting the Star, we’ll visit Mill Mountain Zoo amphitheater to meet some of their resident animals.

Learns ways to feel safe and CONFIDENT in the outdoors and in your community.

The Wild Way believes that women should feel empowered and safe while enjoying the outdoors. We’re working with Krav Maga Roanoke to hold an educational workshop on how to remain aware, alert, and in-control in the outdoors (and everywhere else!)

The Wild Way is partnering with Uttara Yoga to provide a special yoga and mindfulness experience for girls. We will start with a fun and calming outdoor yoga and mindfulness practice, followed by an art session where we will make our own craft to take home.

Strength and resistance training is a fun and exciting way to develop physical and mental strength, and it’s especially important for women’s health.

The Wild Way is working with Community Unify Roanoke to hold an “Intro to Strength Training” workshop for girls. We’ll talk about why strength training is so important for female health and cover some basic movements that you can do in a gym and at home.

This event is now FULL. You can still sign up to join our waiting list!

Feeling crafty this winter? We’re having a Pottery Party!

The Wild Way is partnering with Common Clay Collective to hold an intro to pottery workshop. Join us to learn about pottery and create your own outdoor-themed clay masterpiece.

Note: This event is currently full, but you can still sign up to join our waiting list! We will notify you if more spots become available.

See the outdoors from an entirely new perspective - from in-between the ears of a horse! The Wild Way partners with Spring Valley Farms in Moneta to provide horseback trail riding. Horseback riding is a huge confidence-builder, as girls learn to bond with and direct these powerful and graceful animals. All riders are welcome to join, especially first-timers!

Note: Our Twilight Zip-Line event is now full. Sign-up to join our waiting list!

What could possibly make zip-lines and high-ropes courses even more thrilling? Doing it AT NIGHT! Join The Wild Way for a special twilight Treetop Quest event, right in time for Halloween!

Challenges include Tarzan swings, cargo nets, tightropes, and of course, zip-lines, lit up by string lights, decorations, and the stars. Ropes courses are a thrilling, confidence-building experience.