Happy New Year from frosty Chewonki Neck! We’ve had a very special year and are grateful that we connected with so many of you. We can’t wait to see you this summer!
From The Camp Office
2022 Enrollment
Some camp programs are already full. Please reach out to the Camp Office if you have any questions. If you have not enrolled for 2022 yet we recommend doing so as soon as possible.
Packing Lists
Packing lists have been updated. Please reach out if you have any questions.
Stay Connected With The Camp Community
We hope you’re staying in touch with your mates from camp last summer. We love hearing from you too! Send us stories, drawings, photographs, poems. Tell us what you’ve been up to. Share a favorite memory of camp this summer. We may even publish them in the next newsletter. Connect at camp@chewonki.org.
Upcoming Events
March 5: The Bugmobile
Is a bug an insect? Is a spider a bug? These questions and many more are answered in The BugMobile, bringing the world of arthropods
June 25: Animal Adaptations
Drop in and visit our display to learn about adaptations that help animals thrive in their specific habitats, including our local marine habitat. Hosted by
July 16: Mammals of Maine
Drop in and visit our display to learn about our native warm-blooded vertebrates: Maine mammals. See samples from our collection of skulls, study skins, and
June 27: Calling All Birds
No matter where you live, you’re sure to have birds nearby! Covering the basics of bird adaptations, we will learn about coloring, beak shape, feet
April 23: Mammals of Maine
This exciting and interactive program introduces students to our native warm-blooded vertebrates: Maine mammals. Participant examine mounted animal specimens and observe their characteristics, such as
July 3: Scales & Tails
Many people conjure up images of slimy skin and bloodthirsty monsters when they hear the word “reptile.” Drop by our display and examine snakeskins, turtle
We hope you’re having a great winter. As the holiday season begins to wind down our thoughts turn to getting outside to enjoy winter activities. Wherever you live, there are plenty of ways to explore the outdoors and think about how the changing seasons impact where you live. One of our favorite adventures at Chewonki is identifying animal tracks. For areas that receive snowfall (like Maine) each new dusting provides a fresh opportunity to explore. Some other settings that are ideal for id’ing tracks are mud, sand, and soft garden soil. Remember that most of these animals are nocturnal. Therefore, first thing in the morning is a great time to look. We recommend that you do a quick internet search for id’ing animal tracks in the states where you live. You should be able to find lots of information, including printable charts to make comparisons. Have fun out there and keep in touch!
With best wishes from all your friends at Camp Chewonki!
Photo Contest
The Camp Chewonki Team would like to invite you to participate in a Photo Contest. We will be sharing the submissions in our January Newsletter.
How it works:
1. Take a photo that represents one or more of the following categories (nature, craft, recipe, seasonal).
2. Upload Photo using the button below
Rules
~Photos must be submitted by a parent, guardian or individual 18 years or older
~Must agree to the Photography and User-Submitted Content Release
Learn about Winter Adaptations
Join Kyle Wosner, Science Educator for Chewonki’s Traveling Natural History Program, as he teaches us about Winter Adaptations in this 5 minute Video
Get Crafty
Get crafty with Jessica Woodend, Science Educator for Chewonki’s Traveling Natural History Program, as she educates us on some winter animals while walking us through how to create them in Paper roll craft form (printout).
From the Kitchen
We serve Baked Oatmeal on a regular basis and it is a favorite. We’ve made it with frozen sliced peaches as well. It is particularly good with a dollop of farm yogurt! ~Susan
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
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,
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
