Schiff Summer Nature Program for Kids Summer of 2010

A few spaces are still open in the following sessions:
Weeks of July 26th (am and pm), August 2 (pm only)

Families must have current memberships at Schiff
for children to attend camp.
Become a member today!

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Essential information for campers and their families here:

Parent Information Packet

2010 Registration Form

2010 Health Form

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Our Mission:
Schiff Summer Nature Programs for Kids will provide children with opportunities to play, explore and learn together while developing a sense of community, self- confidence and an appreciation for the natural world.

What We Offer:
* Experienced adult science teachers
* A 1:10 teacher to child ratio
* Lessons designed to motivate and inspire your child
* Almost 600 acres of forest and meadow
* 14 miles of hiking trails to explore and discover
* Recycled craft projects to promote environmental awareness

Weekly Activities and Happenings Include:
Daily Hikes, Nature Games, Recycled Craft Projects, Live Animal Programs, Tie Dyed T-shirts, Gardening, Themed lessons


Stepped Tuition. You choose what you pay per week!

Robin Level. $150 per session. Covers all basic fees and expenses. Includes hat and tshirt.

Bluebird Level. $165 Covers all basic fees and expenses and allows for the purchase of a few non- consumable “extras” for the program. Includes hat and tshirt.

Goldfinch Level. $180 Includes all of the above plus allows us to develop and expand on our existing program efforts throughout the year. Includes hat and tshirt.

Morning Session 9 am-12:30 pm OR Afternoon Session 1:30-5:00 pm

Six weeks of camp for kids ages 6 (or entering first grade) to 12 years old.

Week 1: June 28th-July 2nd... Theme: Plants Got Talent!
Native Plant Garden, Flower Power, Prickly Plants of Schiff, Incredible Edible Wild Plants, Huggin' & Lovin' Trees

Week 2: July 5th-July 9th... Theme: Schiff's Toughest Jobs, Habitat Helpers
Creatures & Their Habitats, FBI (Fungus, Bacteria, Insects), Pollinator Parade, Leftovers Again: Scavengers, Reptiles

Week 2 Special elective class: Artists of the Forest (ages 6-8. Afternoon session only)
Where imagination sparkles and ideas take form! Our artists will embark on a nature inspired journey to explore the many elements of the visual arts. Join us and enjoy a fun-filled venture into art that will culminate in a Nature Art Show certain to thrill you and your kids.

Week 3: July 12th-July 16th...Theme: Project Predator & Prey
Food Chains & Webs, Having A Hoot With Owls, The Toothed Ones: Dragonflies, Silent Stalkers, Birds & Their Nests

Week 3 Special elective class: Artists of the Forest (ages 9-12. Afternoon session only)
Where imagination sparkles and ideas take form! Our artists will embark on a nature inspired journey to explore the many elements of the visual arts. Join us and enjoy a fun-filled venture into art that will culminate in a Nature Art Show certain to thrill you and your kids.

Week 4: July 26th-July 30th... Theme: Plants Got Talent!
Native Plant Garden, Flower Power, Prickly Plants of Schiff, Incredible Edible Wild Plants, Huggin' & Lovin' Trees

Week 4 Special elective class: Actors in the Woods (ages 6-12. Afternoon session only)
Let’s put on a play! Young actors will learn the skills needed to bring a nature-inspired story to life in our outdoor ampitheater on July 30th. No previous experience necessary. Limited to 12 participants.

Week 5: August 2nd-August 6th... Theme: Schiff's Toughest Jobs, Habitat Helpers
Creatures & Their Habitats, FBI (Fungus, Bacteria, Insects), Pollinator Parade, Leftovers Again: Scavengers, Reptiles

Week 6: August 9th-August 13th...Theme: Project Predator & Prey
Food Chains & Webs, Having A Hoot With Owls, The Toothed Ones: Dragonflies, Silent Stalkers, Birds & Their Nests

 

 

One Week for kids ages 13-15 years old.
August 16th-August 20th...
Forest Stewards, Stream Ecology, Map Masters, Caterpillars, Meadow Ecology


 





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