Winter Break Camp

Ages 6 – 12     December, 2024    Powell Plains

Join us for an alchemical journey into the sparkling forest!

Winter is the season of cold winds, freezing snow, and short days. Plants are dormant and many animals are hibernating. Some, like the otter and the beaver, are perhaps just as active as in the spring/summer. At Wildheart’s Winter Break Camp we evoke the energy of these cold-loving creatures as we venture into the farmland and forest of Powell Plains. During these three magical days we will be building fires, working with dragons, and learning how to find our way in a cold, sparkling world. Don’t let winter break end without diving into the magical opportunities nature provides during this frosty season!

“Snow Castle Sculptors”

Monday, December 23rd, 2024

(Open for Registration)

9am – 3:30pm

Ages 6 – 12

Powell Plains

In our Snow Castle Sculptors camp, kids will discover how to build snow shelters and explore how snow’s natural insulation makes it perfect for crafting survival shelters. With hands-on activities and creative design, they’ll experience the art and science of constructing sturdy snow castles. The day will be packed with fun and learning as they craft and explore their snowy creations. Join us for a frosty adventure where imagination and survival skills come together in a snowy wonderland!

Students Will:

• Learn the fundamentals of Building Winter Survival Shelters
• Activate their imaginations while they construct their snow castles
• Learn about how snow can create a natural and effective insulation
• Use teamwork to dig and build snow castles

“Ice Dragon Navigators”

Thursday, December 26th, 2024

(Open for Registration)

 9am – 3:30pm

 Ages 6 – 12

Powell Plains

This winter at Wildheart Nature School, kids will become Ice Dragon Navigators! They will practice directions and map reading while navigating snowy terrains on an exciting dragon egg hunt. During the day, they’ll gather around the fire to hear captivating dragon tales that spark their imagination. Each child will create and envision their own unique ice dragon, inspired by their navigational adventures. Join us for a winter break full of exploration, discovery, and icy enchantment!

Students Will:

• Receive a dragon with a particular power to ride
• Create maps in order to accomplish fantastical missions
• Learn to use a compass and read maps to search for hidden treasure
• Practice survival skills
• Cultivate mind’s eye powers to aid them in their adventures

“Winter Survivors”

 Friday, December 27th, 2024

Open for Registration

 9am – 3:30pm

 Ages 6 – 12

Powell Plains 

Wildheart Winter Survivors know that emergencies are unpredictable. They also know that certain skills and behaviors will greatly increase one’s likelihood of surviving any disaster that arises. During our time together students will train in essential skills of survival, including shelter building, fire making, water purification, and emergency signaling. We will also cultivate the fundamental qualities of survivors, like a calm mind, an ability to make decisions, maintaining humor, and many more. Survivors will learn to navigate the world of unpredictability while playing team games, making new friends, and preparing themselves to face the challenges of nature. If you would like to be a part of the new generation of survivors, then our Special Ops Survivors team is the place to be.

Students Will:

• Learn survival skills
• Practice shelter building
• Create fire from the surroundings
• Problem solve in a group setting
• Train in emergency signaling techniques
• Learn techniques to stay calm in the midst of stress
• Practice the art of decision making