Two Coyotes Wilderness School

Founded in 2000, Two Coyotes is a nonprofit nature mentoring organization dedicated to reconnecting people with nature, community, and self. Each year, we provide long-term, nature-based mentoring to more than 500 children across Connecticut, helping them thrive and navigate life’s many stages with confidence, resilience, and purpose.Our mentors guide young people to discover who they are, what their unique gifts are, and how to share those gifts with the world in ways that honor reciprocity, inclusion, and belonging.Our MissionAt Two Coyotes, our mission goes far beyond environmental education. We seek to raise future ancestors; whole, healthy beings who:Embody their interconnection with the EarthFoster caring and inclusive communitiesCommit to building a just and equitable futureFor 25 years, we have witnessed the profound impact of nature-based mentorship. Children who grow up in our programs carry these lessons into adulthood, shaping who they become and how they serve the world.The Next Generation We Are RaisingThrough hundreds of hours in the forest, streams, and fields, the young people in our community grow into:Fierce Protectors of the EarthGuided by deep love for the natural world, cultivated through play, exploration, and challenge in the outdoors.Committed Community-BuildersRooted in the lived experience of being truly seen and accepted, they carry forward the gift of belonging into new schools, friendships, and careers.Conscious LeadersGrounded in self-knowledge and equipped to collaborate, they step into the world ready to create positive change in relationships, workplaces, and communities.Our VisionWe believe the challenges our world faces today stem from disconnection, from the land, from each other, and from ourselves. By strengthening these relationships, we not only heal the earth but also create a more inclusive, resilient, and compassionate world.For 25 years and counting, Two Coyotes has been a place where children, families, and mentors come together in the arms of nature to grow wild and wise.