2023 - Chewonki

There’s Never Too Many Stars to Love

Thanks for making these stellar experiences possible! The Maine Coast Semester changed my life for the better! I think of you all whenever I know the source of a birdsong or the name of a plant. I’m so grateful that you’re out there doing this important work. Chewonki changes lives and I am so lucky …

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A Full Bag and Empty Journal

Alumni & Friends, Camp Chewonki, Camp Chewonki for Boys, Camp Chewonki for Girls, Camp Chewonki Leadership Expeditions, Foundation / By Alexis Grillo

In learning to become a Chewonki leader, I’ve tried many different teaching methods amongst the woods and waters of the Neck and beyond. In all these experiences, two things stand out as simple essentials: an empty journal and a full bag.

Camp Chewonki Meet-Ups!

Leave a Comment / Uncategorized / By Toben CooneyCallnan

The Camp Chewonki team is hosting two Camp Meet-ups for returning families, prospective families, and recent Summer staff. If you are local to one of these events, we would love for you to join us for games, food and fun! We just ask that all those planning to attend the NYC Camp Meet-up RSVP …

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Find Friends on our Updated Alumni Map

Alumni & Friends, Foundation / By Alexis Grillo

Ewes flash: we’re giving away 12 warm, fuzzy Chewonki sheep pelts to our alumni & friends on Wednesday, November 30. Wool you enter? We’ll sheep, oops, we mean “ship” pelts to winners, free of charge, anywhere in North America.

Making it in Maine | Careers in the Outdoor Industry

Alumni & Friends / By Cullen McGough

Chewonki is proud member of several associations such as NAIS, TABS, AISNE, ACA, and MSC, but we’re also proud to be a part of the Maine Outdoor Brands association. The MOB (as they are jokingly known) is a great group that pulls together non-profits and business from around the state involved in outdoor recreation, outdoor …

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Alumni & Friends Sheep Pelt 2024 Giveaway

Alumni & Friends, Foundation / By Alexis Grillo

Holding the Elmer Family in our Hearts

Foundation / By Cullen McGough

We received some terribly sad news this week about the Elmer family from Fort Fairfield, Maine. Three members of the household died in a house fire, early in the morning on Thursday, November 2nd. A full report of the tragedy can be found online in the Bangor Daily News. Augustus Elmer joined us this past summer …

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Every Moment Teaching

Foundation / By Alexis Grillo

A short essay by guest author Scott Andrews honoring Tim Ellis

My Heart Goes Out to You

President's Office / By Nancy Kennedy

I am writing today in the wake of the Hamas atrocities in Israel, and the unfolding crisis in the Middle East. For those of you in our community with connections to the people in the region, my heart goes out to you. This is a time of great sorrow for so many. People I love …

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Reflections on Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Foundation / By Alexis Grillo

Greg Shute, Director of Northwoods and Coastal Properties, and Jen Adams, Director of Outdoor Programs, share their reflections on Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Year: 2023