by D | Jun 24, 2025 | 2025 Summer Staff, People
When I moved to Ithaca as an 8 year-old, I was shy and unsure about my new home. The first thing I tried was a Primitive Pursuits camp and I loved it from day #1. The chance to be in and learn from nature is so important to me. I was a camper for years and then was...
by D | Jun 24, 2025 | 2025 Summer Staff, People
Hi, I’m Menzie! I love to do crafts in nature, with nature, and for fun! I am especially interested in hide tanning, making costumes and telling stories!
by D | Jun 24, 2025 | 2025 Summer Staff, People
My name is Jay and I enjoy deepening my understanding of the natural world. I’m particularly fond of tracking.
by D | Jun 24, 2025 | 2025 Summer Staff, People
Nathan has been frolicking with Primitive Pursuits since he was very young. He loves how Primitive Pursuits honors nature, and he enjoys and looks forward to giving back to youth in this spirit through mentoring. At camp, he learned, the forest humbles you. If you...
by D | Jun 24, 2025 | 2025 Summer Staff, People
Hi there! My name is Sofi and I’m a rising senior at Ithaca College. I take pride in studying invasive species and preparing specimens for DNA analysis. But when I’m not working (though it doesn’t feel like it!) the day away I love to garden, make...
by D | Jun 24, 2025 | 2025 Summer Staff, People
Back in the day, people used to call me Duffy, because it was my name. It still is, and they still call me Duffy. I love wordplay, romping in the woods, teaching about the natural world, and answering questions in ways that leave people with more questions than they...
