After a breakfast of cereal, French Toast, and sausages, we took the kids down to the beach for a group photo before their last lesson. Here are your camp survivors! I think they had a great week!
Friday, October 23, 2009
Our last day is under way
Good morning! We are packing now before breakfast, then off to one more lesson, an early lunch, and departure around 12:30. We have had a fantastic week of weather and learning!
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Eco-Carnival Night
This evening the kids were tested about their knowledge of ecology throughout various active games. Below is a sample of the fun they had despite being pretty tired from their amazing week at Ferry Beach.
Jetty Jaunt
This afternoon students had choices of lessons to sign up for. The group I joined took a jaunt to the Camp Ellis jetty. The kids learned about when the jetty was built, and the reasons for building it and extending the Saco River. We saw the effects of erosion due to the sea pounding off the jetty and taking away the sand from the beach. The impact upon the homes in the area is very evident: roads washed out, houses on stilts, rock walls are just a few things. So if the jetty is doing all these things, why is it there and who benefits from it? We learned about the textile mills and the ships coming in and out during the 1800's, as well as, the local fishermen who profit from this region.
The Kiwi Queen of Ferry Beach
Your children have been enjoying the fresh fruit that is always available here at Ferry Beach. One of the more popular treats is the kiwi. Today at lunch we crowned a Queen of Kiwi.
Saltmarsh Sea Pickle
This morning we explored the ecosystem of the saltmarsh. The kids had fun walking through the muddy marsh and sampling sea pickles. You can also view a music video about...something that begins with S and ends in T, it comes out you and comes out of me! I will let the kids sing the rest. We enjoyed the company of a visitor last evening and today. Long time 5th grade teacher and former camp coordinator, Lynda Kubik, just can't stay away! It was great to see her!
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
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