by Katie T | Apr 1, 2026 | Blog, Stories
This week, the kids used maps of the 4-H property and chose a destination for our hike. After much deliberation, they chose the Raccoon Motel, a site named for a downed tree that once housed a family of raccoons. We marched on, crossing streams flowing from melted...
by Katie T | Mar 5, 2026 | Blog, Stories, Uncategorized
Last Friday afternoon, we had a bittersweet send-off for A’s last day at Primitive Pursuits. We celebrated with his request for fire making, banana boats, and exploring Beaver Pond. The kids worked together to build a campfire using mostly wispy twigs and...
by Katie T | Feb 9, 2026 | Afterschool Programs, Blog, Latest News, Stories
Feb 30, 2026 I had the opportunity to attend the Primitive Pursuits Friday After-School Program at 4-H Acres. The kids spent the afternoon scouring for animal tracks, exploring the property, playing together, and finished the day with sledding. Despite the deep snow...
