Come join us in Marathon, Texas, the gateway to Big Bend National Park from October 2-8, 2023. Our pop-ups provide a super casual, budget-friendly opportunity to gather together, connect with other worldschoolers, share your insights, instill new friendships, learn about the local area, and immerse in a friendly, accepting mobile community. We've cherry-picked the best low- or no-cost activities that highlight local nature, arts, history, food, and culture....but you'll also have plenty of time to relax, get to know each other and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group's interests (we provide plenty of supplemental ideas to tailor your experience). Pop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you'd like. It's up to you! We would love to have you come and simply HANG OUT with like-minded families while we dive in and explore the local offerings. Our itinerary will include activities such as the following: *Lone Mountain Trail in Big Bend National Park + a ton of other trails including Window View, Lost Miners, etc.. *The Dinosaur Exhibit inside Big Bend Park with clean bathrooms, is great for kids. *See the Rio Grande *Star Party at the MicDonald Observatory *Hot Springs *Chinati Open House Weekend *Fort Davis Free Wine Tour *Music at the Gage or French Grocer depending on what is on that week *Tour the Studio of James Evans in Marathon *Post Park *Day Trip to Terlingua and hang out on "The Porch" *Photo ops at the entrance to Marfa with the classic signs and the Prada store a bit outside of Marfa There'll be add-on options including Chinati Hot Springs, renting a 4 wheeler, Catttail Falls, and more!