Earth Skills Camps 2006
~with Michael Sottosanti~
~with Michael Sottosanti~
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Weekly Camps - Earth Skills expands the way it delivers weekly camps that area youth have loved for so many years. In its new form, it is the campers who decide what direction the camp takes. We'll start each week by asking what the campers would like to focus on. This allows people who want to take the same camp(s) again to continue learning in the areas they are most interested. The main goal in Earth Skills is for the campers to enjoy themselves, and the knowledge of the staff makes it possible for campers to take their survival education as far as they would like to.
Each camp centers on learning about primitive skills, and within that context, campers will proudly take home their handmade creations. Among the many types of activities that are offered, highlights include:
| *Archery | * Bark baskets | * Building small traps | * Making glue | * Stalking |
| * Arrowheads | * Beading | * Cordage | * Pit-fired pottery | * Stone tools |
| * Arrows | * Brain tanning deer hides | * Leather pouches | * Plant identification & uses |
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Weekly Camps:
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9:00 am - 3:00 pm*
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All ages are welcome
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~ Fee: $175.00
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| 3-Day Camp-Outs | Camp out offsite and enjoy two nights of fun in the woods. | Fee: $175.00 | |
| Bow-making |
9:00 am - 3:00 pm* |
Construct your own bow from scratch! You'll work hard and stay focused as your shape your bow each day. Michael will coach each camper individually and share his knowledge of this ancient skill. | Fee: $210.00 |
We're sure that our return campers and new friends alike will take home lessons learned and new perspectives about looking at the modern day world!
* In our continuing commitment to serve the needs of both parents and children, we will now offer the option of longer days for those parents who need the extra time. The extended day-for those who choose it-will begin at 8:00 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m. And don't forget! Campers must wear appropriate clothing, shoes (no opened toed shoes), bring a non-perishable lunch which does not require preparation, snacks, drinks, water bottles, and sun block.
Click here for reservation form See you soon!
~ 6th grader, Powhatan School
Primitive BeginningsThe discovery of a simpler way of life through hands-on activities makes this the perfect start for young Daniel Boones. Participants will learn about friction fires, bark baskets, stone tools and making pottery. They will be quite pleased with themselves when they actually create a piece of pottery, an arrowhead, or a bark basket to take home. They will practice archery (with bows made by the instructor), and fishing and tracking.
Primitive TeachingsSpend quality time in the woods learning hands-on essential living skills including tracking, building shelters, building small traps, fishing, stalking, fire making, and tool making among other things! You will leave this camp with a new confidence in your ability to be more self-sufficient--whether you find yourself outdoors by choice or by need. The instructor has lived this way for months at a time and is eager to share how comfortable and gratifying it can be.
Primitive Living Skills-2 week campWhat if I get stuck out here in the woods? This two-week camp will teach participants the basic skills for being self-sufficient in the outdoors by choice or by need. Enjoy spending quality time in the woods learning hands-on essential living skills including plant identification and use, archery, tracking, building shelters, building small traps, fishing, stalking, and fire making. AND campers will enjoy creating treasures like pottery and primitive tools that have their roots in authentic primitive cultures. The camp will climax with an overnight stay in the park so youth can fully experience the camping adventure.
Fire-Making-1 dayThe old “rubbing two sticks together to get fire” trick--this one-day course will focus on the bow drill fire. Participants will learn to select materials when out in the woods, and how to overcome problems that may arise.
Seasonal Celebration (for youth) -2 dayEnjoy a weekend of practicing skills and having fun while celebrating what each season naturally offers outdoors. Participants will learn more about archery, flintknapping (tool-making), fire-making, and tomahawk throwing. Camping is an option, and parents are invited to join their youth. Class size is unlimited.