Education and Summer Camp
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Settlers’ Village Children’s Day Camp
Each summer Kawartha Settlers’ Village hosts a week-long summer day camp for children aged 7-10. The camp is focused on introducing children to the life and times of our ancestors through encouraging them to participate in pioneer activities and chores. The goal of this program is to promote local history and create an exciting atmosphere where children can experience a hands-on approach to learning about their history.
Throughout the course of the week, children are able to participate in various activities including a full tour of Kawartha Settlers’ Village, pioneer school, shearing sheep, spinning wool, baking bread and butter making. (Some activities subject to change).
By the end of the week, children will have experienced a brief glimpse of 19th century life, as well as activities and processes that were considered ‘everyday’ 100+ years ago, but are potentially obsolete today. Children will be able to sample and take home the crafts and goodies that they assist in creating.
Children are encouraged to wear period dress, and come willing to learn and participate in the various events, just as a settler child would.
Lunch is not provided. Children bring their own lunch.
Camp cost is $100/week for one child and $85/week for each additional child/family. There are 20 spots available.
2012 Camp Dates:
Week 1 – July 9-13
Week 2 – July 16-20
Week 3 – July 23-27
Week 4 – August 6-10
Week 2 – August 13-17
For more information contact Kawartha Settlers’ Village office at 705-738-6163.
