Chewonki Open Campus Days Are Back—Come Wander With Us
This summer and fall, we’re inviting you to explore our 400-acre saltwater peninsula—no program participants, no agenda, just space to roam, reconnect, and breathe in the sweet Chewonki Neck breeze.
LD 895 – Maine Outdoor School for All
We have some exciting news about the current Maine State Legislative session: LD 895, An Act to Support Immersive Outdoor Education by Establishing the Outdoor School for All Maine Students Program, has passed out of committee and will soon be headed for a vote. We need your help – please consider contacting your Maine state …
The 2025 Chewonki Community Map Is Here!
It’s official—the pins are placed, the stories are in, and the 2025 Chewonki Community Map is ready for you to explore.
Seas the Moment! An Interview with Trip Leader Hank Bruininks
This week we talked with Hank Bruininks, a Chewonki Trip Leader and sea kayaking guide, about the ebb and flow of a Chewonki trip experience. “What first drew you to sea kayaking, and how did that initial spark shape your passion for guiding trips?” To be honest, I kind of became a sea kayaker by …
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Join the Sheep Pelt Giveaway & Chewonki Community Map!
Ewes flash! We’re gathering updates for the 2025 Chewonki Community Map—and as a thank-you for staying connected, we’re giving away six cozy Chewonki sheep pelts.
The Whistling Maples and Pines
The Whistling Maples and Pines Don’t forget your wool socks, layers, snacks, Nor your head or heart. For you might be surprised What you’ll find When you stay long enough In your pheno spot The pines and maples Hide and whistle Past the yurt, And around the quad Through Binnacle, Gillies, Orchard, and South Hall …
Knit Happens
Thanks to the sheep on our farm, the fiber arts have have always had a warm, snuggly, place here at Chewonki. With the wool grown, shorn, carded, spun, and dyed right on site, many students and campers have their first lesson in knitting, crocheting, felting, and/or weaving while attending a program here, and it’s not …
It’s a Wonderful Life(guard)
Nestled along the island-studded mid-coast of Maine, Chewonki is more than just a summer camp—it’s a place where kids grow, explore, and discover their connection to the natural world, and each summer, campers arrive ready to hike, paddle, and challenge themselves in new ways. At the heart of it all, two of the most beloved …
A Heart-felt Alumni Gathering
This past Saturday, the NYC All-Chewonki Gathering brought together 60 alumni and friends from across generations for an afternoon filled with connection, creativity, and Chewonki spirit. The setting could not have been more perfect—Ferdi, a warm and inviting West Village restaurant, showered us with charm, impeccable service, and a spread of mouthwatering Italian treats courtesy …
