Why We Do What We Do
The Frederick community is growing and with it comes a lot of new land development. Our mission was to create an outdoor family friendly recreational facility while keeping a forest full of trees for future generations to enjoy. Our course incorporates the forest into its design, allowing guests to observe mature tree top canopies and enjoy nature how it was meant to be. We strive to get people off the screen and into the green! In the age of technology, it is easy to get lost in the abundance of "screens" now available. We offer an escape from technology and a chance to reconnect with nature and with each other. Communication happens organically as guests take on the different obstacles and challenges presented along their chosen trail. Being a part of the small business community is also important to us. It is our mission to support small local businesses and to help members of this community succeed. We do our best to shop local for our business needs. A list of small business we use and recommend can be found on our
community partner’s page.
Tree Trekkers offers educational value designed for individuals and groups, accommodating diverse learners, and can be customized to fit your needs.
We strive to demonstrate the importance of continued, independent, and experiential learning beyond the classroom, throughout all stages of life.
Our park, and part of the experience we provide, is meant to encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning from the natural world around us.
Guests will experience nature in its true form at Tree Trekkers. Examples of the interdependence in nature (i.e. plants and animals) exist throughout the park. We choose to act as responsible stewards of our environment. We believe that exposure to, and positive experiences with nature lead to a greater understanding and deeper appreciation of the importance of sustainability, protection, and preservation efforts for the future. Depending upon learning levels, these lessons can be expanded in complexity and used in a variety of classroom topics and teaching opportunities.
Now offering lesson plans for 3rd, 4th, 5th, middle and high school. These lessons are aligned with learning standards in the Framework for 21st Century Skills. These standards are internationally recognized and interdisciplinary so that they can integrate with your classroom curricula and learning outcomes. These lessons are designed to facilitate a learning experience that will engage your students and incorporate directly into your field trip experience at the park.
Tree Trekkers believes in getting you off the screen and into the green by providing an outdoor hands-on physical activity. In today’s society it's easy to get wrapped up in technology. Disconnect to reconnect with friends, family, and the great outdoors. The challenge course experience provides the opportunity for organic conversation and in person socialization. Our trails and elements foster confidence, independence, and leadership skills through problem-solving, overcoming challenges, and teamwork.
Tree Trekkers provides the foundation for guests to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness. Our course offers opportunities for guests to use a variety of motor skills and movement patterns. Trails increase in height and difficulty offering individuals the opportunity to challenge their strength, balance, flexibility, and stamina. In addition, guests will be challenged to exhibit responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.
Environmental
Guests will experience nature in its true form at Tree Trekkers. We choose to act as responsible stewards of our environment. We believe that exposure to, and positive experiences with nature lead to a greater understanding and deeper appreciation of the importance of sustainability, protection, and preservation efforts for the future.
Economical
As a small local business, we provide employment opportunities to citizens of the Frederick community and surrounding area. Many of our staff are high school and college students starting their first jobs. We understand the importance in helping to shape, train, and guide staff as they enter the workforce; setting them up for future success in their careers.
Tree Trekkers is focused on supporting other small businesses in the community. We do our best to use and promote local businesses. Please see our community partners page for more information.
Tree Trekkers is proud to support community organizations, non-profits, school fundraisers, sports teams and many more. Supporting the youth of today helps our future generations thrive in the community.