Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
2026-01-17 | TX
This year we are hosting our very first Wilderness First Responder (WFR) bridge class! If you have a current Wilderness First Aid certificate and are interested in participating in our summer program as a leader this might be the course for you! It is a hybrid course with a mix of in-person and virtual classes. If you are interested please contact Diana Liga, diana@thewoodsproject.org, about pricing and availability.
Class Schedule:
Sat, Jan 17, 8 hours (in-person)
Wed, Feb 11, 3 hours (virtual)
Wed, Feb 18, 3 hours (virtual)
Wed, Feb 25, 3 hours (virtual)
February 28- March 1, 2 days (in-person)
Sat, March 7, 8 hours (in-person)

MLK Day of Service: Summer Prep
2026-01-19 09:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
Please join us at our MLK Day of Service . This year our focus will move away from just doing counts and shift towards getting things prepped for our upcoming spring and summer trips. We currently plan to host our First Aid Restock and Summer Food Prep events at our MLK Day of Service.
We will meet at The Woods Project Offices located on 2700 Southwest Freeway at 9 a.m.
Please dress comfortably, and bring a refillable water bottle. We will provide breakfast tacos and coffee, as well as fruit and snacks.
If you have not volunteered with us before, please fill out our Event Volunteer Form ahead of time for yourself and for anyone that comes with you.
If you have any questions, please contact Diana Liga at diana@thewoodsproject.org.
Registration Closed. Thank you for your support!

Trip Volunteer Orientation
2026-01-28 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
Have you been curious about volunteering for a weekend trip, but not quite sure what to expect? Then please join us for our Spring Volunteer Orientation!
6:00-6:30 Meet & Greet: Enjoy mingling with current and new volunteers.
6:30-8:30 Weekend Trip Leader Orientation:

The Woods Project Introduction
Volunteer Opportunities
Weekend Trip Outline
Leader Roles and Responsibilities
Safety and Abuse Prevention Reminders

This session is required for first-time weekend trip volunteers. If you will have any new adults out with you this fall (other school personnel, partners, friends, etc.), please pass on the date and have them sign up.
Please click here to sign up. First time volunteering, please click here to complete our Event Volunteer Information Form. If you decide to become a trip leader volunteer you will be asked to fill out our longer Trip Leader Application.
Questions? Please contact Diana Liga, diana@thewoodsproject.org
REGISTER HERE

Spring Weekend Trip #1
2026-02-07 - 2026-02-08
Brazos Bend State Park Camping
Our first trip of the season will be at Brazos Bend State Park! Brazos Bend is known for its alligator population and unique features to this part of Texas, so come ready to see some incredible wildlife while spending the day outside exploring. Saturday night will be spent camping at Brazos Bend, and the trip will run from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon. Registration deadline 1/30/26
Lake Houston Camping
Due to the success of our fall trip we are heading back to Lake Houston! This trip will involve overnight camping, some day hikes, along with a visit to the local nature center. It is a beautiful site and we are looking forward to introducing more students and trip leaders to what it has to offer. Transportation will be provided. Registration deadline 1/30/26
REGISTER HERE!
Please note: The trip signup is your opportunity to make your preferences and availability for our weekend trips known. We will make our best effort to place you on the trip(s) that you have requested. However, due to limits on capacity, as well as the need to maintain a reasonable adult:student ratio, there may be trips where we do not have space for every leader who would like to attend. We will follow up by email 1-2 weeks prior to our weekend trips with details and all the information you will need for attending. Thank you!

Spring Weekend Trip #2
2026-02-28 - 2026-03-01
Galveston State Park
Galveston is a great location for kayaking with opportunities to see the beach and the bay. We are partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife for our kayak weekend in Galveston Bay. This is a great opportunity for the students to see a different side of Galveston Island. Both Friday and Saturday evening will be spent at Galveston State Park. Registration deadline 2/20/26
REGISTER HERE!
Please note: The trip signup is your opportunity to make your preferences and availability for our weekend trips known. We will make our best effort to place you on the trip(s) that you have requested. However, due to limits on capacity, as well as the need to maintain a reasonable adult:student ratio, there may be trips where we do not have space for every leader who would like to attend. We will follow up by email 1-2 weeks prior to our weekend trips with details and all the information you will need for attending. Thank you!

Annual Luncheon
2026-04-07 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Reserve your seat today!
Join us at our Annual Luncheon to meet The Woods Project alumni, hear their inspiring stories of transformation, and learn more about how we are changing the life trajectory of Houston students.
The Woods Project trip changes lives in a thousand different ways. In the woods, students gain new confidence, develop critical life and leadership skills, and find a renewed drive to succeed against all odds.
The Annual Luncheon provides a unique opportunity to meet students from our program, as they will be seated at your table and will share the impact The Woods Project experiences have had on their life and how they plan to use the skills they learned along the trails in school and in life.
Event and Table Sponsorships Available, contact Jessi Manley, 816-507-3661 or jessi@thewoodsproject.org for info. Your support will help change lives as we expand our wilderness immersion programs and provide experiential learning experiences to even more high-potential Houston high school students from under-resourced communities!
