Winter Homeschool

Hands-on science. Outdoor learning. Community connection.

MOSS Homeschool Programs offer enriching, science-based experiences for homeschool families seeking dynamic outdoor education. Designed for learners in grades K-6, our programs blend inquiry-based exploration with environmental science, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a deep connection to the natural world. Classes are led by professional outdoor educators and include seasonal themes, field investigations, and collaborative projects — all while building community among local homeschooling families.

2027 Winter Homeschool Program

Tuesdays from January 5 – February 9‍

Our winter homeschool program provides experiential, outdoor education for remote learners and homeschoolers in grades K-6. The session will meet weekly over 6 weeks for a day of classic skiing and place-based education. Every Tuesday, students will be introduced to a new winter ecology topic while exploring the Crosscut ecosystem! Participants in this program will build on their skiing and science skills throughout the session among the same group of peers. All levels of skiers are welcome.

Registration opens November 4th at noon

registration opens november 4th at noon
Schedule & Logistics

  • Dates: Tuesdays from January 5 – February 9

    Length: 6 weeks

    Shuttle: We will offer a shuttle option from town with limited capacity

    Time:

    • 10:00am drop-off at Crosscut; 2:30pm pick-up at Crosscut.

    • For shuttle participants: 9:30am drop-off at Story Mill Park; 3:00pm pick-up at Story Mill Park

    Location: Crosscut Mountain Sports Center

    Ages: Grades K-6

    Cost: $360 per participant

  • During Registration

    • Enter your child’s grade for the 2026-27 school year.

    • Spots will be held for 15 minutes while you complete registration & payment.

    • If a program is full, join the waitlist. Additional sessions may be added depending on demand and capacity.

    After Registration

    • Immediately following registration, you will receive a confirmation email from ACTIVE.

    • If you are on a waitlist, check your email frequently! When a camp spot opens, you will have 48 hours to register.

    • If you need to cancel a program reservation, this can be done through your online ACTIVE account. See Cancellation & Refund Policies below.

    • Before the start of the program, you will receive an email with additional information from the Program Director.

    • For cancellations made up to 15 days prior to the program start date, tuition will be refunded minus a $50 registration fee. The ACTIVE registration fee ($5.20) is non-refundable.

    • Cancellations made 14 days or less before the program start date will not be refunded.

    • Refunds will not be issued for no-shows once a program has started.

    • Cancellations can be made through your ACTIVE account.

    • If you have any questions, email us at education@outdoorscience.org.

  • Payment Plans: The process to set up a payment plan is integrated into the registration process in ACTIVE.

    Scholarships: Scholarships are available. The deadline for scholarship applications is Thursday, October 29. You may review our scholarship policy here and apply for a scholarship here. Scholarship allocations will be made by November 3rd. Reach out to us at education@outdoorscience.org if you have any questions.

    Discounts: Public Service Professionals in Gallatin and Park counties are eligible for a 10% discount on MOSS camps. Please see the list of eligible professions below and enter your job description during the registration process.

    • Healthcare workers

    • Educators and staff of Pre-K – 12th grade schools in Gallatin and Park counties

    • First responders (law enforcement, firefighters, SAR, EMT)

    • Active military personnel

    Access to this discount is integrated into the registration process in ACTIVE.

  • Your child is in great hands at MOSS. Our instructors are known for their exceptional love of nature, knowledge, and compassion. Our team has extensive experience in science and environmental education, as well as the terrain and ecosystems of southwestern Montana. All staff members are certified in First-Aid and CPR, and many are certified Wilderness First Responders. Each instructor goes through extensive training, including sessions in risk management, health protocols, science concepts, teaching strategies, and much more. Above all, MOSS instructors bring their passions for nature and learning to inspire curiosity, exploration, and a love for the place we live in.

Questions? Drop us a line at education@outdoorscience.org.