Chattanooga Audubon Society

Great Homeschool Conventions - South Carolina

This episode explores the Great Homeschools Convention held in Greenville, South Carolina. It’s the second in our series featuring homeschool conferences and conventions held in the southeast. Hear about navigating such a large conference, the surprising speakers, and how we both reflect on our homeschool journeys through experiencing the convention. We share our exhibit hall surprises, our workshop highlights, and our favorite moments in Greenville. If you’re ready to check out one of the largest and most notable homeschool conventions in the country, this episode will provide tips and guidance for your experience. Plus, we share some sweet wins and ways this convention affirmed our homeschool decisions, building up our confidence.  Show Notes: Great Homeschool Conventions [https://greathomeschoolconventions.com/] Author Sarah Dean [https://themidnightpostshop.com/pages/about-us] Bandersnatch Books [https://www.bandersnatchbooks.com/] Heroes Path Publishing [https://www.treywilliamsbooks.com/] Rebekah Lovell [https://rebekahlovell.com/] Nick Freitas [https://www.youtube.com/@Nickjfreitas] Institute for Excellence in Writing [https://iew.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23437131526&gbraid=0AAAAACY1XgA3vpl9tXzeZ4NoEtHy1uWzV&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_b_QBhCSARIsAP6hR4dtWB8Bd666drIzZEiSNTvDHzSrCe8GSDW9r2glhRbcKcfkNh9e_RoaAj0yEALw_wcB] Memoria Press [https://www.memoriapress.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqdgyNqQOyKn-SnDCxzyqa-SmjPotweZi6KI6GUKNKa-7kgkfF3] Rugged Meats [https://www.ruggedmeats.com/] Visit us: Homeschooling Down South [https://www.homeschoolingdownsouth.com/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolingdownsouth] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolingdownsouth/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/people/Homeschooling-Down-South/61577566768276/] We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com [hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com] if you have any suggestions for episode topics. Show Notes: Great Homeschool Conventions [https://greathomeschoolconventions.com/] Author Sarah Dean [https://themidnightpostshop.com/pages/about-us] Bandersnatch Books [https://www.bandersnatchbooks.com/] Pheebee Books Rebekah Lovell [https://rebekahlovell.com/] Nick Freitas [https://www.youtube.com/@Nickjfreitas] Institute for Excellence in Writing [https://iew.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23437131526&gbraid=0AAAAACY1XgA3vpl9tXzeZ4NoEtHy1uWzV&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_b_QBhCSARIsAP6hR4dtWB8Bd666drIzZEiSNTvDHzSrCe8GSDW9r2glhRbcKcfkNh9e_RoaAj0yEALw_wcB] Memoria Press [https://www.memoriapress.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqdgyNqQOyKn-SnDCxzyqa-SmjPotweZi6KI6GUKNKa-7kgkfF3] Rugged Meats [https://www.ruggedmeats.com/] Visit us: Homeschooling Down South [https://www.homeschoolingdownsouth.com/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolingdownsouth] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolingdownsouth/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/people/Homeschooling-Down-South/61577566768276/] We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com [hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com] if you have any suggestions for episode topics.

The Wild + Free Conference

Kat shares her experiences from the past four Wild + Free Conferences in Franklin, Tennessee. Whether you’re new to Wild + Free, the conference, or you’re a seasoned Wild + Free mama, this episode explores the beauty of conference weekend in Tennessee. Hear about attending and volunteering at the conference, what special experiences group leaders have, and the way homeschool moms are refreshed. They say, ‘all good things are wild and free,” and that means you! Show Notes: Wild + Free  [https://www.bewildandfree.org/] Visit us: Homeschooling Down South [https://www.homeschoolingdownsouth.com/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolingdownsouth] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolingdownsouth/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/people/Homeschooling-Down-South/61577566768276/] We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com [hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com] if you have any suggestions for episode topics.

Southeast Homeschool Expo

This episode is all about the Southeast Homeschool Expo. This episode is the second in our summer series, and first of our conferences and conventions mini-series. Discover how the Southeast Homeschool Expo transformed our confidence in homeschooling and inspires us each year with fresh resources and unexpected solutions. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about attending a homeschool conference, this episode explains why the Southeast Homeschool Expo is the perfect entry point - affordable, accessible, and authentic. Join us in the episode and in person at the 2026 Southeast Homeschool Expo! Show Notes: Southeast Homeschool Expo [https://www.southeasthomeschoolexpo.com/] Jessy Fagerstrom [https://www.instagram.com/modern_missus_frizzle/] Amber O’Neal Johnston [https://heritagemom.com/about/] Play ‘N Talk [https://www.playntalk.com/phonics] Homeschool Boss [https://homeschoolboss.com/online-homeschool-testing-nwea-map-growth/?utm_term=%2Bhomeschool%20%2Btesting%20%2Bonline&utm_campaign=**LP+Search+-+Homeschool+Testing+2.0&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=8195108196&hsa_cam=10585652377&hsa_grp=107204061560&hsa_ad=796428628538&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-926931221239&hsa_kw=%2Bhomeschool%20%2Btesting%20%2Bonline&hsa_mt=b&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=10585652377&gbraid=0AAAAACT2vhPpPYyrJfRd_41_IITLLNCbv&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_b_QBhCSARIsAP6hR4fnYMIDM9ch485Mv-OqaRwwkJvyJ_ic755WbNsHaolfKzVMqahXdIUaApLpEALw_wcB] Visit us: Homeschooling Down South [https://www.homeschoolingdownsouth.com/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolingdownsouth] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolingdownsouth/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/people/Homeschooling-Down-South/61577566768276/] We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com [hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com] if you have any suggestions for episode topics.

School's Out for the Summer...or is it?

Welcome to our summer series! Let’s talk about how it feels to be a homeschooler when summer hits. We share our summer homeschool plans and preview this summer series so you know what to expect each week. We talk about goals for the summer and look to the future. Join us as we kick off summer! Show Notes: LIFEPAC AOP [https://aop.com/collections/lifepac?creative=&keyword=&matchtype=&network=x&device=c&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=22318828033&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22308674823&gbraid=0AAAAAD-yMl5VoEjImDmSbRSnZkkU0ipE_&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_b_QBhCSARIsAP6hR4eCVSbNFF_W7PL9v5-pCaOSXJGm8ivEWEFdt_OJlEwqTPA-GBjr6PMaAjCTEALw_wcB] Made Makers [https://mademakers.com/] Visit us: Homeschooling Down South [https://www.homeschoolingdownsouth.com/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolingdownsouth] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolingdownsouth/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/people/Homeschooling-Down-South/61577566768276/] We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com [hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com] if you have any suggestions for episode topics.

Georgia Aquarium

Unlock the secret to remarkable homeschooling experiences at Georgia Aquarium’s Tuesdays in the Field, a program that transforms a regular field trip into a hands-on, science-rich adventure you and your kids will never forget. If you’ve ever wondered how to make biological sciences come alive for your homeschooler, this episode reveals everything you need to know to join this exclusive, educator-led program designed specifically for homeschool families. Imagine exploring the depths with local scientists, making themed crafts, and engaging in experiments you can translate into at-home activities, all in one day! Learn how Georgia Aquarium creates a flexible, engaging program for children of all ages, from preschoolers to teens, with tailored activities that encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world science skills. Kat shares her firsthand experience, including the surprising insights about marine animals, the fun stations, and the behind-the-scenes access to the iconic whale shark tank. We also interview Madi Colbert, lead of Tuesdays in the Field, to help you imagine your adventure at a future event. If you’re ready to turn a day at the aquarium into an unforgettable science adventure, this episode is essential listening. We’ll tell you how to find upcoming themes, navigate logistics smoothly, and take full advantage of what Georgia Aquarium’s Tuesdays in the Field offers. Whether you’re local or traveling to Atlanta, discover how this program can elevate your homeschooling journey — now and for years to come. Show Notes: Georgia Aquarium [https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21943810968&gbraid=0AAAAADSDOjaEGedJUJSJiv2zQX9eF2iFb&gclid=CjwKCAjwnN3OBhA8EiwAfpTYejHhSEzTiuv-D6mS06w2m_1VF9gdRMlsPerumdckMxhsTnkRTP_c4RoCbN4QAvD_BwE] Tuesdays in the Field [https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/tuesdays-in-the-field/] Georgia Aquarium Ticketing: (404) 581-4000 Georgia Aquarium Education: education@georgiaaquarium.org [education@georgiaaquarium.org] (404) 581-4080 Visit us: Homeschooling Down South [https://www.homeschoolingdownsouth.com/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolingdownsouth] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolingdownsouth/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/people/Homeschooling-Down-South/61577566768276/] You’re invited to email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com [hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com] if you have any suggestions for episode topics! Theme Song: Together by Sara Ernst, Wild Pickle Press [https://www.wildpicklepress.com/]