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Camp Kawartha is seeding Environmental Leaders
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The best way to foster environmental leaders – is to inspire them!
For the past 6 years, Camp Kawartha has been working with Trent University’s School of Education in a unique
Eco Mentor program.
Student teachers participate in a series of workshops conducted by Camp Kawartha Staff and Trent Faculty to help them learn best practices in environmental education. They learn about how to teach using nearby nature spaces, how to discuss environmental issues with a sense of hope and empowerment and how to engage students with citizen science. After graduating, educators receive a certificate from both Trent and Camp Kawartha attesting to their skills as environmental educators and the fact that they are now prepared to serve as their future school’s Eco Mentor – both for students and for other teachers.
We're proud to say that this model of environmental education has been adopted by four other universities and that Camp Kawartha has recently partnered with Fleming College to do the same thing. We are training early childhood educators on best practices in environmental education and seeding tomorrow’s environmental leaders, today!
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As with every Board of Directors of a not-for-profit charity, members sign up, dedicate many hours to the cause, and then serve out their term. We have had a number of Board members who have put so much energy, heart and dedication into our organization and sadly their time with us has come to a close. We thank them warmly for their devotion and service. Thanks to the work of our past Board of Directors and with the help of our new members, Camp Kawartha is now able to embark on its bold plan of becoming a nationally recognized environmental leadership centre. Stay tuned!
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Philanthropy Coordinator Susan Ramey thanks retiring Board Member Emmet Connolly for his years of service.
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We are excited to welcome aboard three new board members:
Andrea Gilders, Anna Lee
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Andrew Marshall.
We look forward to working these talented members as we work towards fostering a culture of stewardship and environmental leadership in children and adults of all ages.
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29th Annual Surf 'n
' Turf Gala D
inner & Auction
Saturday, June 23rd / 4:30pm / Camp Kawartha
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You are invited to attend our enduring favourite, the Surf ‘n’ Turf Gala and Auction! In its 29
th incarnation,
this event raises funds to help with programming and sponsorships.
Guests are treated to a traditional steak and lobster dinner with all the trimmings, and have the opportunity to bid on everything from
trips to Africa to dinner vouchers for local restaurants. Our host, Camp President Jason Huffman will guide you through the many activities that make up the evening, and will highlight the latest outcomes of our capital campaign,
Branching Out for a Sustainable Future.
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Wailers Concert - It's a Wrap!
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The Wakami Wailers were Camp Kawartha's special guests on Saturday, March 24th, and provided over 70 guests with a rousing evening of songs and stories of Canada!
“We were thrilled to have the Wailers back again.” says Executive Director, Jacob Rodenburg. “They always deliver an engaging performance, and I heard nothing but positive and enthusiastic comments from our guests. They really bring history to life through song and story. Our thanks for sharing their gift of music!”
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Together since 1981, this enduring band has entertained and educated thousands about our logging, unique characters, and history of the provincial parks. The Wailers have released three CDs, and are set to release a fourth –
Un, Deux, Trois…Four
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Hosted at the Gordon Best Theatre in downtown Peterborough, the event raised funds for Camp Kawartha's programming. Guests came from as far away as Ottawa. Opening for the Wailers were Glen Caradus and Michael Ketemer whose comedic take on the Canoe Alphabet song had guests laughing and applauding loudly.
It was a great event, and a welcome party! Thanks to all who attended.
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Just who are the Critters in your 'Neighbourwood'?
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For most of us our neighbourhood consists of houses, our neighbours, buildings, cars and streets. We forget that we also share this space with animals, plants, trees, wildflowers – the living systems that nourish and sustain us all. We like to call the place where both nature and people thrive – a 'neighbourwood'.
At Camp Kawartha throughout the school year (fall, winter and spring), students from near and far, come to discover who lives in our neighbourwood.
From following animal tracks to hand feeding chickadees, from collecting sap to participating in dramatized animal hikes, students learn more about the wildlife that resides right there in their own backyard. Camp Kawartha’s talented staff, many who are teacher trained, use science, puppetry, storytelling, games and music to teach over 80 curriculum linked outdoor and environmental programs. They inspire students to become more engaged in their natural communities and inspired by their natural neighbours.
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IT'S SPRING WHEN THE CANOE FLOATS!
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Win a
Session N, “Nature Camp” stay for your child, grandchild, neighbour or friend by using your inner Wiarton Willy nature sense. Instead of looking for your shadow, we want you to
guess the date when our tethered canoe floats this Spring!
Yes, the ice is still present, and there is lots of it, but at some point it will melt, and our canoe will float freely. Gauge the weather, watch the Weather Network, use your pet groundhog, but however you do it, pick a date, and send your best guess to
philanthropy@campkawartha.ca with the subject line
“My Best Guess”.
The winner will be announced in our May newsletter.
Nature Camp is a
4-day/3-night stay for a young person between the ages of 7 and 14
. This unique co-ed camp blends our highly regarded nature programming with recreation, adventure and games. The program is even endorsed by Ontario Nature! Value of the package is $595.00!
Good luck!
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Spring Dates are Booking up Quickly!
Teachers & Group Leaders! Book your class & group visits soon for a Spring visit to the Environment Centre!
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Now that spring is here we can anticipate the return of those many birds who headed south back before the snow started to fly.
Craig Brant, our Environment Centre
Manager suggests you try these apps to explore the amazing world of birds.
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Camp Kawartha is an accredited, award-winning, not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to the promotion of the highest standard of programming, with a particular focus on outdoor environmental awareness, outdoor and environmental education and stewardship.
Registered
Charity # 12453 9214 RR0001
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705-652-3860 1-866-532-4597
info@campkawartha.ca
campkawartha.ca
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