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Our Woodchuck campers had a busy and exciting week out at Brumley Forest. They played games like Kick the Can (don’t let Farmer Jones get you!) and Sock Wars (protect your Jedi!). Some spent time building things like forts, a millipede playground, a crayfish castle, and a beaver dam. They even got to see the teeniest snake we’ve found all summer! Water time was a welcome activity each day with plenty of time to splash, jump, build with mud, and relax in the creek. Take a look at our photo gallery to see a few snapshots of our adventures!

Our Growth Rings: Primitive Skills campers hiked, played, splashed, and developed their survival skills this week. Whether learning to identify plants and trees, practicing the basics of fire-building, honing their whittling skills, or learning critical differences in native snakes, the campers enjoyed all that Brumley Forest has to offer. They saw animals like turkey vultures, butterflies, snakes, caterpillars, and crayfish. They also played a themed game of Scout Mission where they had to find the magic snake, magic wooden knife, and magic fire cloth. And, of course, they took time out each day to enjoy the creek during water time. Take a look at the gallery below to get a sense of the fun we had!

Our Cricket campers had a delightful week wondering the wilds of Brumley Forest. They pretended to be animals trying to avoid Farmer Jones in a game of Kick the Can and listened to stories like Billy Bob & Steve, Brooster the Rooster, and Shepherd of the Forest. They encountered many different creatures like turtles (two in one day!), snakes, crayfish, and caterpillars. And, of course, they splashed and waded and rested in the creek during our daily water time. Take a look at our photo gallery below to catch a small glimpse of our big week!

We had some delightfully artsy campers in Folk Crafts camp this week. In addition to playing some Schoolhouse classics like Windigo and Werewolf and hunting around for critters like snakes and turtles, the campers were able to try their hand at several different crafts. Campers had the opportunity to do some weaving in crafts like dream-catchers, friendship bracelets and basket-making. They were also able to try some woodcrafting using a small handsaw and hand drill. Some campers tried making corn husk dolls, but the most popular craft with campers and counselors alike was the Japanese art of Dorodango–the practice of rolling mud balls until they are smooth and shiny. It was a fun and unique week. Take a look at the gallery below to get a sense of our time in Brumley Forest!