Weekly Themes
"Nature is a tool to get children to experience not just the wider world, but themselves." - Stephen Moss
Stoney Creek Children’s Club is excited to offer this summer camp in natural spaces in Stoney Creek. Nature-based learning promotes sensory development and experiential learning. It builds self-confidence, strength, and coordination. It is a fun, immersive way to learn STEM. In addition to a carefully-designed nature program, children will enjoy a variety of sports, collaborating on special projects, and a rich arts and crafts program.
A week-by-week schedule is below. This schedule is subject to minor edits based on the availability of instructors and speakers for special events.
Week 1: Kidpreneur Week [July 28th - August 1st]
Imagine it!
Campers will settle in with nature exploration, games, and craft and goods-making in preparation for an end-of-camp market. They will learn the ins and outs of marketing, crafting, and creating alongside building a group relationship and immersing themselves into the natural surroundings.
Campers will also get to hear from local business owners and imagine how they might design their own future businesses/foster their own interests.
Week 2: Art in the Park [August 5th - August 8th]
Design it!
Campers will explore the various art mediums with an art educator including charcoal, cartooning, and painting. They will be encouraged to think about the natural environment, consider how they might use art mediums to tell a story, and connect it with the story of nature around them.
All registered families and their friends are welcome from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm on August 8th to enjoy the Kidpreneur market and Art Show. Don't miss it!
Week 0 (TBC): Sigma Science! [July 21st - July 25th] Waitlist only
Try it!
Campers will explore the natural environment and record their observations. How many steps to the castle? Does it change if I take a different path? They will also try a variety of experiments from the natural environment (snail homes, anyone?) and through experimentation with a variety of safe substances.