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Mariners Apprenticeship
Fishing, Boats & Foraging

Join our Mariners Guild! 1 weekend a month, Fall to Spring

Grades 2-12 Become a Mariner! Go fishing, foraging, and boating along our local waterways. Cast your line in picturesque lakes and ponds. Hunt for crawdads in creeks and streams. Forage for seasonal wild foods along the shoreline, cooking what you catch outdoors. Find your way by navigating with a compass, map, the sun, and nature. Dive into Mariners lore—learn sea shanties and crafts while discovering the true bounty of the water.

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This is our one weekend-a-month Mariners Apprenticeship.
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Mariners Apprenticeship

Through our apprenticeships, expert Trackers Guides act as mentors to youth and teens learning in a small team of fellow Trackers. Kids share epic adventures while learning real Mariners skills:

Fishing & Foraging Master the art of angling with a variety of gear and tackle. Fish for trout in local lakes, rivers, and ponds. Hunt for crawdads in creeks and streams. Enhance your outdoor cooking skills to prepare a tasty Mariner's feast!

Boating & Outdoor Skills Gain hands-on experience traveling by boat along our waterways. Practice essential paddling and water safety skills. Learn outdoor survival crafts such as fire building and foraging for wild foods—ensuring you're prepared for any adventure.

Wayfinding & Navigation Sharpen your navigation skills to traverse both on the water and overland. Learn to accurately chart courses in your local backcountry—both on trail and off. Develop essential expeditionary skills, becoming an adept Tracker able to adventure anywhere.


Our Team

Experienced Trackers Mentors lead this program. Each day, they help students build deeper connections with each other, their community, and nature.

  • Expertise in mentoring and Trackers skills.
  • Low student-to-guide ratio facilitating personal, team-based learning.
  • Background checked with First Aid & CPR certification.
  • Trained in outdoor safety and the Trackers Earth curriculum.

Our Place

We journey from Trackers HQ to wilderness locations by buses and vans with trained drivers. Our destinations include Trackers' private 351-acre wildlife park, our 100-acre farm and forest, other wilderness sites. When the weather calls for it, we might choose to stay closer to home, learning hands-on folk crafts in our art studios and visiting nearby nature parks.


Mentoring Programs

Guides mentor Apprentices in Trackers skills that foster teamwork, independence, and connection to the natural world. Our curriculum is tailored to each age group and adapts creatively to the interests of each team. Teams usually include four to eight Apprentices who are closet in age. If you would like friends placed together within the same grade range, please send a friend request.


Need Grades K–1? This Apprenticeship is for Grades 2–8. For our Rovers Apprenticeship specifically for Grades K–1, see our Rovers Apprenticeship ››

Need Grades 9–12? Our Leader-in-Training (LIT) option offers the same skills with a leadership focus. Learn about Leader-in-Training Apprenticeship ››

How It Works

Apprenticeships meet one weekend a month from fall to spring for a total of 9 field days plus Graduation. To offer flexibility, we provide multiple schedule options.

Returning Apprentices can rejoin their group by choosing the schedule with their Fellowship name, while new Apprentices may join any available group in their age range.


Day Schedule

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM: Drop-off
8:45 AM: Journey to the Forest
Field Site: Outdoor Adventures
3:30 PM: Our Journey Returns
3:45 - 4:00 PM: Pick-up


Tuition

Reserve your spot with a $45 deposit (non-refundable). Remaining tuition is split into ten monthly payments of $134 starting August 31.

Sibling Discount: Enroll two or more siblings for 5% off monthly payments.

Need Financial Help? We offer scholarships ranging from 5% - 15%. Learn More or Apply.


Have Questions?

Contact our Family Success team.


Schedule

9 Field Days 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
+ Graduation May 8, 2027

First Year: Join any available Fellowship schedule in your age range.
Returning: Choose your Fellowship schedule to rejoin your group.
Grades 10-12: Check out our Trackers Leader-in-Training (LIT).


Make-Up Days: We understand plans change! Each Apprenticeship includes one make-up day per year. When space allows, your child can join another Fellowship. We also offer make-up days for weather-related postponements.


Saturdays

Fellowship Fox

Grades 3-5 / 6-8
  • September 12, 2026 - Field Day
  • October 3, 2026- Field Day
  • October 24, 2026- Field Day
  • November 21, 2026 - Field Day
  • January 9, 2027 - Field Day
  • February 6, 2027 - Field Day
  • March 6, 2027 - Field Day
  • April 10, 2027 - Field Day
  • May 1, 2027 - Field Day
  • May 8, 2027 - Graduation Day
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