K-12 FORESTRY EDUCATION
WHEELS TO WOODS PROGRAM
Connecting Classrooms
to FORESTS
Wheels to Woods is an education-focused program designed to help schools remove barriers to outdoor learning by getting K–12 students into the forest.
Through hands-on experiences, students explore:
Sustainable forestry practices
Forest ecology
The journey of wood from forest to finished product
The wide range of careers connected to forests and natural resources.
By connecting classrooms to real-world forest environments, Wheels to Woods fosters environmental stewardship, career awareness, and a deeper understanding of how healthy forests support our communities and economy.
HOW IT WORKS
W2W reimburses actual travel costs to and from the event location. This is limited to $350 per bus, with a maximum of $1000 per school year across all events.
We will NOT reimburse costs exceeding the approved amount listed on the application form!
Please remember we only cover transportation and do not pay for admission, meals, parking, chaperone fees, or other expenses.
Given limited funds, preference will be given to schools using the Michigan Project Learning Tree Modules focused on Forestry.
SUPPORT THIS PROGRAM
Your financial support allows us to continue offering this program, helping to inspire and foster a lasting love for nature in the next generation.
Checks can be made payable to: “Wheels To Woods”
Mailing Address:
Wheels to Woods/SFI
c/o MSU FIC
6005 J Road
Escanaba, Mi 49829
have questions?
If you’d like to learn more about our Wheels To Woods program or any of our other initiatives, please feel free to reach out to our team.