Friedenswald's

Homeschool Nature Study Course

Habitats - The Diverse Needs of Animals

2008-2009

2008-2009 Program Flyer(pdf)

Grades K-2* Animals and Their Homes

An exploration of animals and where they live. Observation and interaction will take place in the Nature Center and in various places on camp.

*Students must be at least age 5 by August 15 to participate in this course.

Grades 3-5 Healthy Habitats

An exploration and comparison of what makes a healthy habitat.

Dates & Times

Tuesdays – September 9th, November 11th, January 13th, and March 10th

9:30am-2:00pm

Cost

The total cost for the four sessions is $28.00 per student.

There is a $80 maximum payment per family.

Registration

Full payment must be included with registration.

Please send registration to:

Camp Friedenswald

15406 Watercress Way

Cassopolis, MI 49031 (269) 476-9744

Registration begins August 1, 2008 and end September 1, 2008. This registration form and all fees must be received by Camp Friedenswald before students are considered registered.

Refund Policy: Half of the registration fee is refundable if there is cancellation before to September 9, 2008. There will be no refunds after September 9, 2008.

Standards:Camp Friedenswald requires a minimum of 10 students and maximum of 15 students per group.

Parents will provide 2 adults per elementary (K-2) group to assist the students with learning activities.

Parents are not required to be present during course instruction time, but assistance is appreciated.

Looking Ahead:

Dates: May 20th-21st 2010
Cost: $36 per student, parents stay free (normal cost $54)

As registration are received learning groups will be formed for participants. They will be based on time of registration only. Minimum: 15 students. Classes in include: Archery, Canoeing, Owl Pellets, The Rock, Three R's and It's a Small World.

Schedule

May 20th
9:00 Arrive/Unpack
10:00 Orientation
11:00Class 1
12:05 Table Setters
12:20 Lunch- Sub Sandwiches
1:20 Class 2
2:25 Class 3
3:30 Class 4
4:35 Table Setters
4:40 Dinner- Pizza w/salad bar
5:40 Journaling
6:20 Games/Cabin time
7:00 Survival
8:45 Popcorn Campfire
9:45 Night Hike
10:15 In Cabins
10:30 Lights Out
May 21st
7:00 Get Up
7:15 Table Setters
7:30 Breakfast- Waffle sticks
8:15 Class 5
9:45 Class 6
11:15 Pack/Clean up
11:45 Table Setters
12:00 Lunch- Chicken BBQ
1:00 Depart