Spend an evening enjoying the fruits of summer — in a pie and in the results of our summer interns’ month-long projects! Go on a student-guided tour to hear what they’ve learned and accomplished, then spread a blanket on the lawn to enjoy a farewell dessert together. Free & open to the public, donations welcome.

A dreamy blend of relaxation, time outdoors, and fun, empowering workshops. Participate in weaving a hammock, learn knot-tying to safely hang your own hammock, borrow a book to enjoy under the canopy, and be nourished by locally-sourced communal meals. Indoor bunks and camping options available. 

After hearing countless people say, “I wish I was a college student so I could come to Tenderfoot,” we’ve created a mini Tenderfoot experience for the general public! Whether you’re newly eco-curious or already eco-conscious, there’s something for everyone at our themed Eco Retreats. Keep an eye on our Eco Retreats page for forthcoming schedule and registrationContinue reading "Labor Day Eco Retreat"

Foraging hikes, cooking demonstrations, inoculation workshops, kid-friendly activities, nature-inspired art, live music, and mushroom-based meals…this festival has it all! This is an outdoor festival offered in partnership with Appalachian Understories, a social enterprise of Rural Action. Day passes and weekend camping passes available

Help us prepare for the winter closure. Fueled by a homemade, locally-sourced lunch, we’ll do a final harvest in the garden, plant cover crops, store summer equipment, and gather compostable material.

We bring the season to a close with a celebration of the people who made it great: students, farmers, chefs, partner organizations, and local experts who’ve shared their skill and wisdom to further our educational mission. This event is by invitation.

Join us as we prepare Tenderfoot's indoor & outdoor spaces for spring re-opening.  We'll have a delicious lunch with local, sustainable ingredients. prep garden beds, lay fresh gravel on walkways, clean bunk rooms, and spruce up camp sites.