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Parents Love Our Pop-Up Day Camps
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To assist parents during the labour dispute between teachers and the provincial government, Camp Kawartha is offering
Pop-Up Day Camps
during teacher strike days. These
Pop-Up Day Camps
provide affordable and valuable learning opportunities for children aged 6 to 12.
“The Camps have been well received by parents.”
stated our Environment Centre Manager, Craig Brant.
“The children can participate in engaging outdoor and nature-based programs as well as games and some free play during breaks. Parents are telling us that these Camps offer healthy and active learning opportunities for their kids and they appreciate our efforts.”
Visit our
Pop Up Nature Camps page
to get detailed information. Due to strike announcement timing, these Camps appear once strikes are
formally
announced. Full refunds are made if strike days are cancelled.
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Chili Fest 2020 is Set for Sunday, March 22nd!
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The 1
st
Annual Chili Fest will be hosted by Camp Kawartha's Board of Directors at the Camp Kawartha Environment Centre located at 2505 Pioneer Road on the Trent University Campus.
“We are inviting
students from Trent and Fleming
to join us for a relaxing afternoon of food, music and fun.”
said event organizer and Board Member, Lil Hirdes.
“We want to provide an engaging event and let everyone know that being out in nature is a great antidote to stress.”
Tickets are $20 per person and preregistration is necessary. The afternoon includes a chili lunch – chili (meat & veg), roll, salads, dessert, cider and coffee. Plus, there will be activities to try – the famed Nature Scavenger Hunt as well as Traditional & Inuit Games such as Inuit Blanket Toss and Flying Fox. These are sure to be fun ways to test your physical and mental acuity!
This afternoon will be festive, fun and fabulous for students and people of all ages. Come out and get your Vitamin “N” (Nature)!
Visit our website to register
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The SPARK Photographic Exhibition
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We were delighted when photographic artist
Corin Ford-Forrester
(a former summer camp staffer) contacted us to see if we wanted to be her charity of choice for her SPARK Festival Exhibition this year. Of course, we said yes, and we will have a booth at her April 1
st
event. Donations at the door will be accepted for our
Branching Out for a Sustainable Future
Capital Campaign. Those who make a donation will be entered into a draw for a limited edition, framed photographic print by Corin.
The exhibition of her photography will be at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre throughout April, but
the opening event is April 1
st
from 7:00-10:00 p.m.
Light refreshments will be served.
Here is an example of Corin’s amazing work. You can have a thorough glimpse by
visiting her website
– so be sure to check it out.
Thank you Corin, for your generosity!
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THERE'S MORE BELOW THE FOLD
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More News, a Contest, Upcoming Events, Summer Camp News, and more!
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Make March Your Own Month of Action!
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Action for the environment is something we promote and act upon each day here at Camp K. Whether collectively or individually, no matter how big or small…we can all make a difference.
We encourage our students, the summer campers and anyone we come in contact with to consider the natural environment in their daily lives and how they can help make the planet a healthier place.
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We're offering curriculum-linked outdoor programming at your school!
Come on outside and discover what amazing potential your schoolyard has for environmental learning.
Explore with us as our expert instructors teach your students about ecology, leadership, nature awareness and so much more.
We use games, drama and hands on exploration to help bring the outdoor environment to life for all grades.
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Our Annual 'It's Spring When the Canoe Floats Contest' is Back!
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Enter our Contest by guessing the date when the ice on the Lake is gone and our canoe floats freely! Send your best guess to
philanthropy@campkawartha.ca
and we will let you know if you chose well and who chose best! The winner will receive something special from the Camp Kawartha Gift Store!
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Hint:
Consider the freeze-thaw cycles that we’ve been going
through when you make your best guess!
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A New Camp Kawartha Fundraiser
Saturday, June 20th 2020. 1010 Birchview Road, Douro-Dummer
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Parents, friends and visitors to Camp Kawartha have always said to us that they would like to be a kid for a day. It just looks like so much fun. Well, here is your chance! We’ve replaced our Surf ‘n’ Turf Gala Dinner & Auction, with a brand new event.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 20th for our new
“Camp Day Festival & Fundraiser
”.
Try your hand some of the amazing activities we offer at Camp Kawartha! Reach higher as you scale our accessible climbing wall, dangle on the flying squirrel, hone your archery and axe throwing skills or race down Clear Lake in our 26’ Voyageur Canoes. Will you be the first to create a bow drill fire during our Quest for Fire race?
Satisfy your appetite with a delicious 100-Mile Meal courtesy of our local farmers. Then as the sun sets, the campfire and entertainment led by Camp Kawartha’s talented staff will round out your evening.
It will be a special day of fun, challenges and adventure. And all money raised supports Camp Kawartha’s Award Winning programming.
Stay tuned for more information and upcoming registration.
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Summer Camp Financial Aid
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Do you or someone you know need some financial assistance to send a camper to Summer Camp in 2020?
We have subsidy funds available to families in need.
Please check out our
subsidy fund application
and get in touch with us sooner rather than later - we'd love to help you send your kid to camp!
If you know someone who could benefit from this fund please pass along our details!
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Join us in exploring the wonders of nature in winter with our
Enjoy outdoor adventures, learning traditional skills, nature games & crafts and a whole lot of fun!
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Looking for a cozy and inviting space to host your next workshop, meeting, day retreat or special event?
Located within the breathtaking wildlife sanctuary that surrounds Trent University, the Camp Kawartha Environment Centre provides an inspirational and private setting to host your upcoming event. This unique building, accommodating up to 65 people, is a model of environmentally-sustainable architecture, construction and operation. Featuring large indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, tables and chairs, parking, wifi and a small prep area.
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Contact our Registrar, James, for further details and to book your visit today!
705-652-3860
or
james@campkawartha.ca
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Animal Showcase - Wild Turkey
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The turkey is most often associated with shopping lists at Thanksgiving or Christmas, but that main course is usually a domesticated bird, bred specifically for market. The wild turkey is a much more fascinating creature with features you may not know. Here’s a short
“wow, I did not know that!”
list:
- Male turkeys are called "toms" or “gobblers;” female turkeys are called "hens."
- Turkeys have a wingspan of up to six feet, which makes them the largest bird in their natural habitat of the open forest by far.
- The wild turkey’s bald head can change colour in seconds with excitement or emotion. The birds’ heads can be red (pink), white, or blue.
- Turkeys can fly and they roost up in trees at night to avoid predators – smart bird!
- Wild turkeys can run…and run fast – some have been clocked at up to 40 km per hour – as fast as Usain Bolt!
- Turkeys live in forests but, will mosey out into open fields and grasslands to feed.
- What do they eat? They are big on nuts, fruits, and won’t turn their noses up at worms or snails.
- Wild turkeys were extirpated in Ontario because of habitat loss and over-hunting. They are now a common sight due to concerted reintroduction efforts. This is a good news story! Yay!
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Kids might be interested in joining Earth Rangers, a great organization that helps kids think and act to protect animals. It’s a kid’s conservation organization and an engaging way for kids to participate and even lead in acts of good and kindness toward the planet. Visit
www.earthrangers.org
for more information.
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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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