Our Mission

"To awaken in children a deeply felt connection with the natural world, one that inspires curiosity, stimulates learning, and brings new life to classroom performance."

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What We Do

Enrich North Carolina’s Standard Course of Study through hands-on, 'experiential' learning in nearby natural areas.
Allow students to develop a connection with the land, become more physically active, gain in self-confidence and more clearly comprehend the science curriculum.

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Who We Serve

Fifth grade classes from participating schools in Transylvania County, Henderson County, Buncombe County, Asheville City, and McDowell County school districts. When possible, we are always seeking to expand our programming within western North Carolina.

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How To Help

As a non-profit, Muddy Sneakers' success is made possible through the generosity of individuals and philanthropic organizations. Please consider supporting this important work through financial contribution, assisting with community outreach and/or volunteering one's time.

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Recent News

Spring/Summer 2013 Newsletter

Spring/Summer 2013 Newsletter

May 9th, 2013

The Muddy Sneakers Spring/Summer 2013 Newsletter is here! Click the thumbnail image below to open:[...]

Muddy Sneakers and Green River Preserve Announce Americorps Position

Muddy Sneakers and Green River Preserve Announce Americorps Position

April 26th, 2013

Environmental Outreach Member 11 Month position from September 1, 2013-July 31, 2014 serving as an Americorps Service Member with GRP and Muddy Sneakers. Green River Preserve: member will collect data for a water qua[...]

Announcing Camp Muddy Sneakers!

Announcing Camp Muddy Sneakers!

April 25th, 2013

We are excited to announce Camp Muddy Sneakers!  Join our team of trained naturalists as we continue the adventure this summer. Through hands-on, experiential instruction, campers will gain a deep understanding of the na[...]

1st Annual Summit

1st Annual Summit

April 21st, 2013

On Saturday April 20, Muddy Sneakers hosted its 1st Annual Summit at Ira B. Jones Elementary in Asheville, NC. The Summit was a celebration of experiential, nature-based education and the five years of successful collabo[...]

Community Sponsor Hikes

Community Sponsor Hikes

April 4th, 2013

It's Spring time and we kick off our Muddy Sneakers Community Sponsor Hike's this Saturday, April 13th from 9 am-12 noon with "Spring Awakening". We encourage all of our current sponsors and anyone else who is inter[...]