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AFTER SCHOOL OUTDOOR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

This outdoor program is designed to increase self-awareness, confidence, communication skills, teamwork and community by using various awareness building games and activities containing elements of BEING in nature, observing plants and animals, outdoor cooking, team building exercises & communication skills as well as basic knowledge of fire, water and caretaking the environment.

Some goals for these programs include:
*supplying children with a FUN, safe, energetic outdoor environment;
*supporting a child’s natural desire to explore & create, while allowing for open-ended education and discovery;
*teaching the power of observation, which is one of nature’s most useful tools for learning;
*developing an appreciation for nature and the environment
*giving children a chance to discover their own abilities which stimulates self-esteem and character;
*reawakening imaginations with a sense of wonder for the outdoors.

Boys and girls, ages 5-9: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 12:00-3:00

Boys, ages 9-14: Mondays, from after school to 5:00

Girls, ages 9-14: Tuesdays, from after school to 5:00

Boys and girls, ages 9-14: Thursdays, from after school to 5:00

Cost for the three hour class is $100 for one day a month, $200 for two days a month and $300 for three days a month, payable in advance. Cost for the 1 1/2 hour class is $50 per month for one day a week and $100 for two days a week, payable in advance. Students are responsible for their own snacks. Bus transportation from CES or McMurray will be arranged.

This program is run by Lead Teacher Emily Vogt.

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Cedarsong Nature School is run by the tax-exempt non-profit Ancient Forest Education Foundation, EIN# 91-1893471. All donations to Cedarsong Nature School are tax-deductible. Financial aid is available to qualified individuals.

Edible and Medicinal Plants of the Pacific Northwest

This monthly series will excite your senses, give you a new appreciation of nature, and allow you to discover the rich variety of unique northwest plants, including their fascinating history as edibles and medicinals.

Vashon Beachcomber columnist and Naturalist Erin Kenny will entertain and guide you on a nature walk each month, weaving stories about the plants that are featured as the season changes. You will learn how to safely forage for these plants and we will collect some to prepare into food or medicinal remedies that you will be taking home each month.

Although each class involves some preparation of herbal remedies, such as tinctures, infused oils, and salves, the base plant material will change with the season, providing you with an opportunity to create your own unique local remedies medicine chest. You will also be provided with fun culinary ideas for incorporating these plants into your lifestyle.

The classes meet each month on the lovely forested five acres of Camp Terra on Vashon Island. Come to one or come to all!

2010 Class Schedule:

Saturdays March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12, 10am-2pm

Total cost for the entire series of four classes is $200. If you are paying by the class, the cost of each monthly class is $55. All supplies are included. Payment in full is due upon registration.

THIS CLASS IS DESIGNED FOR ADULTS. OLDER CHILDREN WITH PARENT BY PERMISSION ONLY.

Financial aid is available to qualified individuals. Send in your registration form with your request for assistance.

FAMILY NATURE WALKS

Spending time in nature together is a great family bonding experience! Get the whole family out in nature and come join our talented naturalist Erin Kenny on a guided nature walk through our lovely forest. We will forage our way through the woods as you learn all the wonderful and nutritious native plants growing right here on Vashon. Discover the rich bounty of wild edibles and medicinals that are available this season for your family to collect and enjoy keeping you healthy and nourished.

2010 Family Nature Walks schedule:

SATURDAYS, May 1, May 29 (CLASS IS FULL, as of May 13),
and June 19, from 10am-noon

Cost: $10 per person or $20 per family.
Location: Camp Terra