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
August 17: 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
August 29: Owls of Maine
Two live owls are the highlights of this program, which introduces participants to the owls native to Maine and New England. Using pictures and sounds,
August 20: Animal Adaptations
In this fun-filled hour, students will learn about adaptations, try on fun costumes, and see firsthand how three of our live, non-releasable animals have adaptations
October 26 – Chewonki Homecoming Day!
Pack up your dancing shoes, grab your loved ones, and join us on the stunning coast of Maine this October for a day of rustic
August 13: 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 30: Fur, Feathers & Feet
A great program for children from pre-school through 2nd grade. Discover the differences and similarities between birds and mammals as we encourage active learning by
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
A State-Funded All-Access Backcountry Pass for Maine Teens
It’s 4:30 am, and dawn has barely cracked over Chewonki Neck, but the buzz of metal zippers and the swish-swish of nylon-on-nylon has already woken Iz, a Chewonki trip leader. A zealous thwack on the side of their tent seals the deal; Iz is fully awake, along with the seven teenage members of the two-week Maine Northwoods Canoe Backcountry expedition. Funded through the Maine Outdoor Learning Initiative, these Maine teens are eager to enjoy every minute of…
Remember When… Chewonki Through the Decades
Last Sunday, we welcomed dozens of campers for the opening day of Camp Chewonki. This inspired us to reflect on Chewonki’s earlier decades. Founded in 1915 by Clarence E. Allen as a saltwater camp for boys, Chewonki has evolved significantly over the years, even as our core values remain steadfast. Explore historic photos with us and spot the similarities and differences in the Chewonki landscape of yesterday and today.
