Big Changes are coming our way
For the past nine years, Ponderosa State Park has been the heart of our operations, providing an incredible space for our program and community. However, as the park expands to meet its own growing needs, our time here is coming to an end. The 2025-2026 school year will be our final year at Ponderosa State Park.
This marks a pivotal moment for Roots—we are embarking on an ambitious mission to find a new location and build a permanent home that will serve as the heart of Roots for generations to come, fostering growth, exploration, and a deep connection to nature.
Help us reach our goal!
Together, let’s pave the way to empower life-long learners
Tax-Deductible Donations
Roots Forest School is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible and we are happy to provide a receipt for your records.
“I founded Roots Forest School in 2015 out of a desire to connect young families during McCall’s long and sometimes isolating winters. Seeing a need for early-childhood education opportunities in our rural community, Roots expanded to preschool to provide a hands-on, play-based learning environment that would also foster a deep connection among children to our beautiful landscape. Roots has grown beyond my wildest dreams in the past 6 years thanks to the support of passionate families and community members.”
– Stephanie Day, Founder of Roots