RECON Family Day
Recreate Explore Connect
Together Outdoors
Get the Whole Family Outside!
Come explore the woods of the NWJ campus together, play and learn, enjoy the campfire & ignite everyone’s curiosity in the natural world.
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Recreate (v) to give new life or freshness to
Giving kids an opportunity to be away from the complexities of the modern world and connect with the rhythms of nature.
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Explore (v)
1 - to investigate, study, or analyze
2 - to travel over (new territory) for adventure or discovery
Curiosity will lead campers on their own journeys as they discover new skills and learn to unlock the stories of nature.
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Connect (v) to become joined
People, especially kids, have an intrinsic need to connect with the natural world. Likewise, our wild places need people who care about them.
Our goal is to help kids connect with nature, through learning & play and by fostering a culture of curiosity.
Class Details:
Topics/
Nature study scavenger hunts & games
Fire Building, S’mores & Hotdogs
Students/ Families (Kids age: you know your kids best, please make sure they are old enough to be responsible around open fires and can walk safely in the woods.)
Location/ Classes will take place at our 40 acre school in Durham, NH. Located on Wiswall Road across from Juniper Lane.
Instructor/ Shaun Flynn
Fee/ $45 per family
2024 Schedule/ 1PM to 3PM April 20th, 2024
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RECON Kids Camp
Connecting Kids & Nature
5 Day camp that teaches kids outdoor living & nature study skills. Kids will become more self reliant as they learn to become a part of the natural world.
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Maple Syrup Making
Come see our home sugaring operation and learn how you can make your own syrup at home.
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Campfire Cooking
Up your cooking game for your next family camping trip and Join us for a meal over the fire. We will be learning how to cook over the open fire, bake and use a Dutch oven.
