Screech Owl Camp
Each summer, for almost a decade, children have come together at Screech Owl Camp to explore, play and make the woods their home.
Alongside a wondrous, ambling stream at the base of the Shawangunk Ridge, we will play in rhythm with nature and the seasons. We will gather inspiration from the forest to guide our activities through movement, song, crafts, stories, games, fire and fun!
Each day begins with a morning circle where thanksgiving, songs and silly movement games bring us further into our bodies. During the day we’ll play amongst the trees, create bridges across the stream, build fairy houses and explore nature’s treasures. We’ll also take plenty of time during the day to recharge with snacks, rest and lunch. At the end of the day, with leaf and flower crowns on our heads, our faces painted and smiles on our faces, we’ll return, energized from a day in the woods!
Screech Owls is where your child will:
- Play and explore the beautiful outdoors.
- Experience a variety of wilderness skills and crafts, story and song.
- Practice awareness, quiet-mind, telling the story of their day, animal forms, curiosity, exploration, and gratitude.
- Be in a nurturing environment to build self-awareness, confidence and group unity.
Our Screech Owl instructors are experts in guiding children to safely and freely move in the direction of their own curiosity. Several of our instructors also have extensive experience in Waldorf Early Childhood Education.
Screech Owl Camp Details
Screech Owl camp is for boys and girls ages 4-7.
Screech Owl campers can attend one two-week session or both two-week sessions:
- July 2 – 13 – FIRST SESSION IS FULL, WAITING LIST ONLY
- July 16 – 27
Time: Each week on Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri from 10am-3pm.
Cost: $480 per two-week session. $150 non-refundable and non-transferrable deposit per child is required with registration. Sibling discounts apply. Limited scholarships available depending on enrollment and need (see registration form for details).
Location: 47 Butterville Road, New Paltz, NY
Registration begins on February 1st.
