July 23, 2024

Survival in Style Photo Gallery

The group learned how to use the natural resources Umstead State Park has to offer. They used fallen limbs to build shelters, learned how to braid rope, used the leaves to hide the gourd during Defeat the Lich, and rocks to try and dam the falls at their spa favorite creek spot Spa City. They […]

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July 23, 2024

Herptile Heroes Photo Gallery

Everyone learned all about reptiles and amphibians this week at Umstead State Park! When campers took a break from catching salamanders and skinks during creek time they spent the rest of their time crafting paper frogs, playing Defeating the Lich and Sachamamba Snake Tag.

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July 23, 2024

Garter Snake Photo Gallery

Campers spent the week looking for snakes! In between searches their time was spent making paper plate snake crafts, playing Werewolf tag, and looking for Crawfish in our creek. While no snakes were found, much fun was still had!

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July 19, 2024

Growth Rings Bonanza Photo Gallery

Thirty growth rings were awarded this week during Growth Ring Bonanza! Whether it was using steel strikers to start a fire, carving a butter knife, or learning to identify plants all campers really rounded out their outdoor skills and had a chance to try new skills too.

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July 19, 2024

Feet in the Creek Photo Gallery

Campers enjoyed getting wet this week as they put their whole bodies in the creek; not just their feet! During this time opportunities were had to skip rocks, search for snakes, catch crawfish, and have fun in our Splash Zone. When not in the water many kids also grouped up to make shelters as well.

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July 19, 2024

Frog Photo Gallery

Campers had a rabbeting time during our Frog themed week at Umstead State Park! After spending the mornings searching for toads or playing Leapfrog Tag, the group cooled off in the creek counting tadpoles and were amazed at how many critters they saw every day.

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