Water Adventure Camp
Canoes, Water and Me
We will explore how to create FLOW with life instead of fighting, fleeing or freezing in life in this camp.
How are we like water? How can we adapt to the flow of life?
We all know that water is the most important element on our planet. Every living thing, from tiny cyanobacteria to giant blue whales, needs water to survive. Life would not exist without water, and wherever there is water you will find life.
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Your body uses water in almost every one of its parts and processes. Cells, organs, bones and tissues all rely on it – from transporting the building blocks of biology to evacuating the waste products left behind. Water lets us regulate our temperature, digest our food and transmit electrical signals to control our organs and muscles.
Hydration & Emotions
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Being dehydrated throws off the delicate dopamine and serotonin balances in the brain, natural chemicals that can increase/affect depression and anxiety. One of the fastest and easiest ways to improve your mood is by drinking a glass (or two!) of water. Getting hydrated can quite literally calm your nerves.
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The Day's Activities
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We begin with canoeing to explore the feel of movement and flowing with life as well as learning the art of fishing.
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A park ranger will share about the different animals, fish and creatures that live in and near the lake.
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Fishing lessons with kid size fishing poles will be provided for each camper. Our mentor Kingsley will be teaching the children.
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Picnic lunch with storytelling -Our picnic lunch with life experience story sharing, about balancing emotions, from your Camp mentors.
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Afternoon begins with rest-relax-digest yoga and breathing method and a nutritional understanding of why we need Water for our bodies to function at optimal levels.
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Art watercolor painting with miniature wooden canoes and paddles to take home as a remembrance of the day.​
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Afternoon hike and playtime.
- Organic snacks will be provided throughout the day which include fruit, veggies and other healthy options​
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Day completes with a centering and bonding exercise.
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Ceremony of the water pin of the 5 Adventure Camps.