Classic Camp is the traditional overnight camp experience. During each session, campers will enjoy a variety of activities including swimming, campfires, cookouts, paddling on the lake, leadership games, art projects, songs, and more. Campers will individually select focus areas to explore during their camp session. 4-day classic campers will select one focus area and 6-day classic campers will select two focus areas. This approach allows campers to get to know their instructors, progressively build skills, and gain confidence each day. Three focus areas will be offered during every Classic Camp session: STEM in the Outdoors, Art in the Outdoors, and Adventure in the Outdoors. Other focus areas will vary by week based on the unique offerings from the summer camp staff and the activities available at their selected camp location.
Art in the Outdoors
Nature will be your camper’s inspiration as she explores the outdoors through music, art projects, and photography. Camp staff will select progressive activities week to week that fit the themes of Art in the Outdoors! Previous activities have included finding symmetry in nature, making a galaxy shirt, or building a musical instrument.
STEM in the Outdoors
She will explore the world with a scientist’s curiosity as she takes STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) outdoors! Your girl will learn that math and science can be used to tell us all kinds of things about nature, from how tall or old a tree is to the weather, season, or time. Past STEM activities have included making a sundial, going on a shadow adventure, building a solar system, and more. This year’s offerings are sure to be just as exciting!
Adventure in the Outdoors
Does your camper want to get outside and try it all? Your girl will experience all of the adventure that overnight camp has to offer. She may develop outdoor skills such as fire building and orienteering, or hone her skills in outdoor sports such as archery and canoeing. Campers 4th grade and up may also explore location-specific adventures like rock climbing at Camp Arrowhead and kayaking at Camp Cleawox!