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Naturalists at Large is a leading outdoor and environmental education group in California. Since 1985, we have provided outdoor education programs for tens of thousands of students from over two hundred schools, offering custom client designed trips, flexible dates and locations, commitment to safety and comfort in the outdoors, the wonder of nature and the importance of outdoor and experiential education.

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Hillbrook at Catalina

NATURALISTS
AT LARGE

We pride ourselves on our ability to facilitate outdoor programs that are exciting and fun, while giving students an understanding of the beauty and diversity of our planet. We are committed to teaching people of all ages the skills to be at ease in the outdoors, and to come to a better understanding of the Western ecosystems: mountains, deserts, and seashores.

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Rock Climbing @ Pinnacles

PLAN YOUR
ADVENTURE TODAY.

With the help from our knowledgeable Field Coordinators, you can craft your ideal educational trip.

  • Explore your ideal location and activities
  • Pick the Academic Emphasis for your program
  • Help sculpt your itinerary from start to finish

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REAL EXPERIENCES

  • "I was very impressed with the trip this year. I wanted to convey my admiration for the job Michelle and your crew did. I had an amazing time and the kids were part of an amazing experience that they will treasure forever. Thank you."
    George
    Director of Student Activities, The Buckley School
  • "The NAL staff last week was awesome. Every one of your folks were engaged, professional, energetic, prepared, and great to our kids. I know that does not just happen because you are 'lucky' enough to hire great people. You do find fine people, but you also train them, guide them, and 'get them' to be the fine educators that they are.  Thank you!"
    Jeff
    Teacher, Brentwood School
  • "I want to let you know how impressed I am, once again , with the professionalism of the people with whom we work at NAL. Many thanks to all."
    Peter
    Head of School, Rolling Hills Prep - 8th grade Lower Colorado River Trip
  • "We can tell that NAL is extremely organized, values input from participants and really cares about making a great outdoor experience for all kids. Thank you from the 8th grade Ufsa team."
    Candice
    Teacher, United For Success / 8th grade, Skylark Ranch
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