Course Description:
This daily summer camp (mornings, Mon-Fri) is available to all local and visiting kids – with morning activities focusing on creating art with nature. Each morning features a different activity including painting, clay modelling, sculpture making, mask and kite making and more - while visiting gardens, woods, trails and beaches for inspiration and materials.
Mon, Wed. Thurs. and Fri morning camps ($20) are held at the KIRA Amphitheatre (Kinsgbrae Gardens). Tuesdays at the Huntsman Marine Science Centre ($40) feature studies of marine life and eco-systems with creative projects.
All activities include educational elements, focusing on our natural environment and our responsible place within it. PLEASE NOTE: Registration for Tuesdays at Huntsman Marine Science Centre MUST be made direct through Huntsmanmarine.ca (follow this link, and click "Book Now" at top right of page)
You can book just one morning – or as many as you like. A two week rotation of subjects keeps kids entertained and learning more with each visit. Kids will have an artwork to take home at the end of each morning.
This is an active program, that does involve walking some distances as well as seated time. Please advise us in advance if provision is required for disabilities, so we can ensure a happy experience for all. Protection from bad weather is provided. COVID restrictions will be followed.
Cost: $20.00 Mon/Wed/Thurs/Fri (per child, per day) (HST is not charged)
$40.00 Tues (per child, per day) (HST is not charged)
A credit or full refund will be offered if a day is cancelled by SSANC
Registration Deadline: Re-registration highly recommended – drop-ins welcome if places available
Minimum/Maximum No of Students: Maximum 12
Ages: 5 - 11 yrs.
Materials Required by students: PPE, Sun protection, drinking water, allergy-free pocket snacks, sensible clothing for weather/outdoors. Please provide Epi-pen if required, and notify Instructors of any allergies.
Instructor Bios:
All our instructors have many years’ experience of working with children teaching creative thinking, self expression, and community awareness. They all hold Criminal Background Checks for safe working with children and the vulnerable sector.
We provide all-inclusive, non-judgmental and encouraging programming, aimed at all abilities. Each day’s activity will normally provide a take-home creation as well as the experience.
Chantal Vincent Chantal has taught art in all mediums to kids of all ages for many years. One of Sunbury Shores favourite instructors—generations of children have received her enthusiastic and generous teaching through our CLASS program, working with our local schools. She includes learning about our environment, indigenous peoples, native plants and animals and speaks both English and French.
Genny Simard As a biologist, Genny worked with the local aquarium and some of the whale watching tour companies before starting Turtle Shore Adventures, focusing on the local wildlife and the fascinating history of our area. She is joining our SCAMPS program this year, providing fun, learning and creativity on our local Trails. Genny has great enthusiasm, going above and beyond to create lasting memories. She speaks both English and French.
Laura Barrett Laura is the Education Assistant at the Huntsman Marine Science Centre. Their Young Explorer Days have been a favorite activity in St. Andrews for many years. They run on Tuesdays from 9.30 to 2.30, for ages 5—11, and include educational games, crafts, interactions with live animals, and beach exploration.