Are you 9-14 years old, looking for a place where you can meet friends, build skills and hang out outside?
Saturdays
April 27 | May 25 | June 22
9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Honeybee Homestead
McDonalds Corners
YOUTH GET TO:
Try new things
Build new skills
Tap into their creativity
Make new friends
Hang out outside
“
OH MY GOSH !! Jaxon had so much fun and learned a lot in a controlled environment. (the effects of getting wet in the cold especially, lol HE LOVED IT) He was very animated and excited to tell me all about it when I picked him up. Thanks for having him and fostering such a great environment for our kids.”
“I just signed them both up for the whole series. They are both super excited to attend!”
Once a month, youth gather, rain or shine.
The group plans the sessions together - based on their interests and the season.
This gives youth both the autonomy to have a choice and stretches youth to try and learn something new.
This spring, youth can expect to:
Forage for common plants in hardwood forest
Prepare food over a fire
Build shelters
Use hand tools
Summer Solstice Celebration
Plus the possibility of candle making, games and drama games, creative crafting and more!
Your suggestions, as a youth, are welcome! Tell us what activities you’d like to do and skills you’d like to learn.
Some activities will be weather-dependent.
“When are the next two days? I’m going to ask my mom to sign me up!”
What’s planned for April?
The forest will be our muse
Explore some of the deeper landscapes and ecosystems of the forest around the Homestead
Look for animal tracks and signs
Observe spring emerging - including spring ephemerals (bring out the magnifying glasses and mirrors) and trees budding out.
Possibly forage a thing or two
Nature journalling and games
The group always welcomes new members. Invite your friends to join in the fun!
Register for Youth Spring Series 2024
This series is for you if you…
are 9-14 years old
consider yourself a young naturalist, scout, and outdoor enthusiast
like hands-on learning and building new skills
enjoy camping and are keen to explore vast landscapes
want to connect with your peers in meaningful ways
thrive in small groups
“He likes this group because all of the youth want to be here and are enthusiastic because everyone is interested. Sign him up for the next session!”
Plus you are keen to…
Craft in the kitchen with the season’s harvest
Hang out in a welcoming, fun-filled, and relaxed space
Plug into their peers, nature and their creativity without distractions
Spend days outside in rural Lanark County
Socialize and meet youth with similar interests
Explore crafting and art techniques with natural materials
Thrive in a hands-on creative environment
Try new things and expand their horizons
Deepen your connection to nature
You have to chance to…
Build confidence to spend time outdoors
Learn new skills to craft with natural materials
Have their voice heard on how they want to spend their day
Gain a sense of achievement
Create pieces of art to take home
Increase resilience through trial and error
Strengthen positive relationships with nature, peers, and adults.
Practice social skills in a cell phone-free environment
Be in community and improve overall well being
Immerse yourself in creative projects
Have a whole lotta fun!
Registration Details
Saturday, April 27 | 9:30am - 2:30 pm
Saturday, May 25| 9:30am - 2:30 pm
Saturday, June 22 | 9:30am - 2:30 pm
3-session series @ $145 per youth
OR $55 per youth/drop-in
*Partial sponsorships are available
Registration is required
Pack snacks, a lunch and a water bottle
Dress appropriately for the weather
Tick check when you get home
Registration is OPEN
Are you interested in a full week of summer camp for youth?
Youth Summer Camp
July 29 - August 2, 2024
WHO WE ARE
Melissa Cornacchia
Melissa is the Honeybee (Melissa in Greek) of the Homestead. She dances with and through life as a homesteader, folk herbalist, forager, naturalist, farm hand and dancer, sharing her love for nature and creativity gathering people to learn and create in community through shared experiences.
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