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This week, campers dove into whittling, fire-making, snake discovery, and plant identification. Whether leveling up or starting their journey, this action-packed week had something for everyone!

Let It Grow (Wake – Loblolly August 4-8, 2025)

This week, campers used all five senses in a fun-filled sensory adventure! They listened for birds on nature rambles, felt different animal furs, searched for the gourd in Defeat the Lich, and smelled the campfire smoke while boiling pine needle tea to taste. It was a truly SENSE-sational experience!

Senses Of Adventure (Wake – Loblolly August 4 – 8, 2025)

This week, campers buzzed with excitement as they explored the life of bees! They created bee crowns, made bumblebee crafts, and played a fun game to protect the hive from a scarecrow. It was a sweet, nature-filled adventure celebrating these amazing pollinators.

Honeycomb (Wake – Loblolly August 4 – 8, 2025)

This week, campers took fort-building to the next level, creating their own forest village! They learned new knots and lashing skills and worked on a large building project with moving parts. Along the way, they whittled, decorated, and designed flags, bringing their village to life through imagination, exploration, and hands-on fun!

It Takes A Village (Wake – Loblolly July 28 – August 1, 2025)

This week, campers built, floated, and raced their own miniature boats! Using natural materials, they whittled, wove, and designed their creations before testing them in the creek. It was a hands-on adventure as they watched their boats navigate the rocks and eddies of Umstead’s creeks!

Will It Float? (Wake – Loblolly July 28 – August 1, 2025)

This week, campers followed Caty the Caterpillar’s journey to becoming a butterfly! They protected her from spooky owls, helped her find the perfect spot for her chrysalis, and designed stylish butterfly wings. It was a week full of fun, creativity, and nature-filled adventures!

Chrysalis (Wake – Loblolly July 28 – August 1, 2025)

This week, campers faced challenges, games, and hidden objectives that tested their teamwork! Each decision affected future games, with opportunities to earn advantages or trigger new rules. Whether they enjoyed loud running games or quiet strategy games, everyone had fun working together to succeed as a team!

Ready, Set, Game! (Group B) (Wake – Loblolly July 21 – 25, 2025)

This week, campers faced challenges, games, and hidden objectives that tested their teamwork! Each decision affected future games, with opportunities to earn advantages or trigger new rules. Whether they enjoyed loud running games or quiet strategy games, everyone had fun working together to succeed as a team!

Ready, Set, Game! (Group A) (Wake – Loblolly July 21 – 25, 2025)

This week, campers immersed themselves in the colorful world of nature! They created 3D nature art, painted with natural dyes, and even painted their faces, all while exploring the vibrant beauty the outdoors has to offer. It was a week full of creativity and color!

Rainbow (Wake – Loblolly July 21 – 25, 2025)