*** Explorers ***

For boys & girls entering 5th - 6th grades

June 23-27

CANOE FISHING: Canoes will serve as vessels

of discovery as we paddle and fish the waters of Indian Lake.

Basic canoeing and safety skills will start the week. Learn a

variety of techniques on fishing for Largemouth Bass in a canoe.

In-depth studies of fish ecology and anatomy will be

coupled with advanced studies of the Indian Rock watershed.

or

SOLVE IT: Experiment with the physical world around you!

Solve problems involving pulleys, weights, ramps, ropes, and

much more. Conduct actual experiments that test the laws that

govern the universe!

June 30-July 3

WILD ANIMALS: Venture into the preserve

and discover the variety of amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals

that live here. Learn where to find different species and

visit with live and mounted animals throughout the week.

Special fee $150

or

SPLASH: A week of beach-front activities including: swimming,

water polo, canoeing, volleyball, and a beach party!

Special fee $150

July 7-11

COLONIAL TRADES: Try your hands at ancient

skills including: Blacksmithing, broom making, tin punching,

stenciling, fireplace cooking, leather working, and primitive

pottery.

or

EXPLORERS: Become confident in the outdoors by learning

basic camping skills. Gain experience in shelters, outdoor cooking,

orienteering, health, and sanitation. An overnight outdoors

on the preserve will round out the week.

Special fee $205

July 14 - 18

EXPLORATION OF ARCHERY: The basic skills

of archery will form the foundation of this week. Leave modern

technology behind while discovering the lost art of constructing

primitive archery equipment from plants, animals, and rocks.

Successful completion of this week may qualify participants for

the Archery Boy Scout Merit Badge.

or

ROCKETRY: 3-2-1 Blast off to a week of discovery,

learning all about rockets, space vehicles, and galactic travel.

Learn how rockets work by building and launching your own

model rocket.

July 21-25

ANIMAL SCIENCE: Expand your knowledge

of farm animals as you become junior farm hands.

Raise up a chick of your own. Help on farm projects that

help the animals.

or

CANOEING & KAYAKING: Learn the basics of handling a

canoe and kayak. Launch, paddle, portage, and learn safety and

rescue techniques as you explore Indian Lake.

July 28-Aug.1

ART OF NATURE: Learn to draw and paint animal and plant life

along with learning illustration techniques

using a variety of artist media.

or

FRONTIERSMAN: This is a follow-up to Explorers where you

can take your skills to the next level as you explore the outer

reaches of the preserve and camp out in more primitive conditions.

The week includes an overnight, cooking over the fire,

and learning more primitive camping skills.

August 4 - 8

NATURALIST:

Gain practical skills and an understanding of the

outdoors. Make your own nature guide as you learn to

take pictures, make drawings, collect plants, and

record your observations.

or

SKY WATCH: Come and explore our atmosphere and beyond

using knowledge of astronomy, geology, and meteorology.

Spend time observing the stars in our Star-Lab planetarium and

learn how to utilize elements of the sky for survival skills like

navigation and cooking.

August 11-15

SUPER SLEUTHS: Hone your skills of deduction

and reasoning as we use a detective’s “eye” to observe the

living world. Investigation skills will be applied to searching,

tracking, mysteries, and surprises!

or

EXPLORATION OF ARCHERY: Same as July 14 week.

August 18-22

SO LONG TO SUMMER: Join us for a week of

fun and games as we say goodbye to summer. Treasure hunts,

forest games, races, and a barbecue party will round out the week.