Academy of Inquiry and Adventure
2301 Fulton Road V1H 1Y1 Vernon, BC, Canada

Rock climbing group was unable to go to the climbing gym this week so we went on a beautiful sun-filled walk! The warm sun felt so nice and the view was lovely. We also did a short training circuit to keep our muscles conditioned for climbing! #sd22 #inquiry #experiential #explore #adventure #rockclimbing #fitness

AIAO cooking class made some lovely soft pretzels and Rice Krispie treats for the academy this week! They spent last Friday calculating and converting the ingredients. It was so cool to see the math come alive. This group is dedicated to making amazing food and giving back to our community. #sd22 #inquiry #exploration #adventure #community #cooking #baking #experientiallearning

AIAO students creating vision boards during Show Me The $ class this morning. This course is all about understanding your relationship with and mindset around money. We will be exploring our financial goals, budgeting, money management, investments/stocks, renting vs buying, and more! #sd22 #inquiry #experientiallearning #explore #wellness #financialliteracy #adventure #education

Two AIAO students, Harry & Bowen, spent some time recording songs with their music mentor Chad! Keep rockin’ guys #sd22 #inquiry #experiential #adventure #explore

AIAO Restorative Yoga and Physiotherapy Rehab class explored major muscle placement and function within the body! This class is about understanding our individual bodies and how we can care for them. #sd22 #inquiry #exploration #adventure #anatomy #yoga #physio

We were so honoured last week to have Anika come in and do a tea tasting with our Self-Care class. We tasted 3 different teas and look at how they tasted, smelled, and made us feel. What a neat experience. #SD22 #experiential #selfcare #inquiry #adventure #explore

ISO bolsters or pillows to be used in a restorative yoga & physio course at AIAO. Message us if you have any you'd be willing to donate or sell to our academy!

AIAO staff enjoyed a rich pro-d day focused on wellness, boundary setting, grounding, and attuning to our hearts, minds & bodies. Working with Wendy Elrick and her beautiful horses allowed us to reflect inward and connect as a community of learners. Thank you Wendy! Equine Connection Coaching Services Wendy Elrick #sd22 #professionaldevelopment #experiential #wellness #mentalhealth #mindbody #inquiry #adventure #explore

Genetics in-situ at Kal Lake Research Station witnessing the application of genetic theory in tree breeding and stand management. Topics included genetic traits, variation, phenotype, genotype, natural selection, cool tree mutations, progenity testing, BC’s Biogeoclimatic zones, the importance tree providence’s, the difference between soft pines and hard pines, weevils and stone cells to blister rust and wester white pine. A huge thanks to retired research scientist Barry Jaquish! #sd22 #explore #adventure #inquiry #experiential #genetics

AIAO students concluded presentations of their Mapping Vernon provocation yesterday. Such a rich experience sharing in learning opportunities and having peers provide thoughtful and timely feedback! #sd22 #inquiry #adventure #exploration #experientiallearning #education