Spring Break Camps - Agenda - April 13 - April 17, 2020
Click Here to DownloadDay 1: Monday, April 13th
7:30am – 9:00 Morning Care (Optional)
Parents can drop campers off earlier
Games / Activities in the classroom
9:00 – 10:00 Morning Circle
Introduction to Howell Woods
Go over rules/expectations of the day
Ice Breakers - Let’s get to know everyone!
10:00 – 10:30 Snack
Provided by HW staff
10:30 – 12:00 Ropes Course
The low ropes course is designed to focus on leadership skills. Developing them from
a basic level and building onto that.
Activity: It incorporates teamwork, strength, communication, and quick thinking to our campers.
12:00pm – 1:00 LUNCH BREAK!
Get your grub on!
Please pack a picnic lunch with an icepack.
Your child will have an hour to eat, but most children will only need 30 minutes;
therefore there will be extra time for free time.
1:00 – 3:00 Nature Exploration
Campers will have a chance to explore what Howell Woods has to offer in this introductory
session.
Activity: Campers will use a nature journal to document what they see, hear and smell. They will also get to create their Nature Name, both crafts will be used throughout the week.
3:00 – 3:30 Snack
Provided by HW staff
3:30 – 4:00 Closing Circle
Reflect on today’s activities: What was your favorite, least favorite?
Questions, comments
4:00 – 5:30 Afternoon Care (Optional)
Parents can pick up campers later
Games / Activities in the classroom / picnic shelter
*** Your child may want to bring a backpack to take with them when we are away from the building equipped with medical necessities (inhaler, epi-pen), bug repellant, water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, binoculars (we have some if your child doesn’t).
PLEASE WEAR CLOSED TOED SHOES!!!
Day 2: Tuesday, April 14th
7:30am – 9:00 Morning Care (Optional)
Parents can drop campers off earlier
Games / Activities in the classroom
9:00 – 10:00 Morning Circle
Introduction to Howell Woods
Go over rules/expectations of the day
Ice Breakers - Let’s get to know everyone!
10:00 – 10:30 Snack
Provided by HW staff
10:30 – 12:00 Signs of Wildlife
We will discuss what native animals leave behind (tracks, scat, fur, etc.) and set
out to find certain tracks along our trails.
Activity: Campers will take home a plaster foot print mold of their favorite Howell Woods animal.
12:00pm – 1:00 LUNCH BREAK!
Get your grub on!
Please pack a picnic lunch with an icepack.
Your child will have an hour to eat, but most children will only need 30 minutes;
therefore there will be extra time for free time.
1:00 – 3:00 Tree ID
Campers will learn how to identify many of the trees and plants in our area by growth,
habit, form, bark, and leaf shapes.
Activity: Campers will get to make their own Tree Faces and use an i-dial to identify common tree species. Leaf rubbings will also be encouraged to make in their nature journals.
3:00 – 3:30 Snack
Provided by HW staff
3:30 – 4:00 Closing Circle
Reflect on today’s activities: What was your favorite, least favorite?
Questions, comments
4:00 – 5:30 Afternoon Care (Optional)
Parents can pick up campers later
Games / Activities in the classroom / picnic shelter
*** Your child may want to bring a backpack to take with them when we are away from the building equipped with medical necessities (inhaler, epi-pen), bug repellant, water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, binoculars (we have some if your child doesn’t).
PLEASE WEAR CLOSED TOED SHOES!!!
Day 3: Wednesday, April 15th
7:30am – 9:00 Morning Care (Optional)
Parents can drop campers off earlier
Games / Activities in the classroom
9:00 – 10:00 Morning Circle
Introduction to Howell Woods
Go over rules/expectations of the day
Ice Breakers - Let’s get to know everyone!
10:00 – 10:30 Snack
Provided by HW staff
10:30 – 12:00 Radical Reptiles
Campers will get to meet the animals in our exhibit hall, including snakes and turtles,
oh my! They will learn about reptile adaptations, similarities and differences, and
why they are essential in NC ecosystems.
Activity: Campers will get to create their own box turtle to take home!
12:00pm – 1:00 LUNCH BREAK!
Get your grub on!
Please pack a picnic lunch with an icepack.
Your child will have an hour to eat, but most children will only need 30 minutes;
therefore there will be extra time for free time.
1:00 – 3:00 Birds of Prey
An in-class session on birds of prey that will cover history, anatomy, life cycle,
diet, native species, and why they are important to us. Visit Howell Woods live exhibits.
Activity: We will dissect owl pellets to better understand their digestive system. A short riding tour to search and identify birds of prey on the property.
3:00 – 3:30 Snack
Provided by HW staff
3:30 – 4:00 Closing Circle
Reflect on today’s activities: What was your favorite, least favorite?
Questions, comments
4:00 – 5:30 Afternoon Care (Optional)
Parents can pick up campers later
Games / Activities in the classroom / picnic shelter
*** Your child may want to bring a backpack to take with them when we are away from the building equipped with medical necessities (inhaler, epi-pen), bug repellant, water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, binoculars (we have some if your child doesn’t).
PLEASE WEAR CLOSED TOED SHOES!!!
Day 4: Thursday, April 16th
7:30am – 9:00 Morning Care (Optional)
Parents can drop campers off earlier
Games / Activities in the classroom
9:00 – 10:00 Morning Circle
Introduction to Howell Woods
Go over rules/expectations of the day
Ice Breakers - Let’s get to know everyone!
10:00 – 10:30 Snack
Provided by HW staff
10:30 – 12:00 Wilderness Navigation
Learn the basic concepts of using a map and compass to find your way through the wilderness.
Activity: Put your skills to the test on the Howell Woods orienteering course.
12:00pm – 1:00 LUNCH BREAK!
Get your grub on!
Please pack a picnic lunch with an icepack.
Your child will have an hour to eat, but most children will only need 30 minutes;
therefore there will be extra time for free time.
1:00 – 3:00 Insect Investigators
Campers will learn more about insects and pollinators by going through their life
cycle, identifying common species, and visiting the Howell Woods Pollinator Garden.
Activity: Campers will have a chance to Build-A-Bug AND make their own insect hotels to take home!
3:00 – 3:30 Snack
Provided by HW staff
3:30 – 4:00 Closing Circle
Reflect on today’s activities: What was your favorite, least favorite?
Questions, comments
4:00 – 5:30 Afternoon Care (Optional)
Parents can pick up campers later
Games / Activities in the classroom / picnic shelter
*** Your child may want to bring a backpack to take with them when we are away from the building equipped with medical necessities (inhaler, epi-pen), bug repellant, water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, binoculars (we have some if your child doesn’t).
PLEASE WEAR CLOSED TOED SHOES!!!
Day 5: Friday, April 17th
7:30am – 9:00 Morning Care (Optional)
Parents can drop campers off earlier
Games / Activities in the classroom
9:00 – 10:00 Morning Circle
Introduction to Howell Woods
Go over rules/expectations of the day
Ice Breakers - Let’s get to know everyone!
10:00 – 10:30 Snack
Provided by HW staff
10:30 – 12:00 Citizen Science
We will go over what citizen science is, how to get involved with various projects,
and more!
Activity: Campers will participate in a Spring Break Camp Bioblitz, documenting any and all flora and fauna at Howell Woods!
12:00pm – 1:00 LUNCH BREAK!
Get your grub on!
Please pack a picnic lunch with an icepack.
Your child will have an hour to eat, but most children will only need 30 minutes;
therefore there will be extra time for free time.
1:00 – 3:00 Nature PlaySpace
Campers will get to interact in our newest exhibit, the Nature PlaySpace. Getting
into the digging pit, sliding down our slide, and more!
Activity: Campers will get to contribute to our Nature PlaySpace by either rock painting or creating their own nature weaving craft!
3:00 – 3:30 Snack
Provided by HW staff
3:30 – 4:00 Closing Circle
Reflect on today’s activities: What was your favorite, least favorite?
Questions, comments
4:00 – 5:30 Afternoon Care (Optional)
Parents can pick up campers later
Games / Activities in the classroom / picnic shelter
*** Your child may want to bring a backpack to take with them when we are away from the building equipped with medical necessities (inhaler, epi-pen), bug repellant, water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, binoculars (we have some if your child doesn’t).
PLEASE WEAR CLOSED TOED SHOES!!!