Early Spring Hike!

Early Spring Hike!

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...
Afterschool Farewell!

Afterschool Farewell!

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...
End of the season Homeschool showcase!

End of the season Homeschool showcase!

Last week, I tagged along for our end-of-season homeschool showcase. The three flocks were scattered throughout camp, putting the final touches on their presentations and eagerly preparing to show what they had learned over the season. I wandered first to the youngest...