by Primitive Pursuits | Jul 11, 2026 | 2026 Summer, Blog, Events, Latest News, News, Stories
From campfire cooking to canoeing, campers spent week two creating lasting memories, building new skills, and exploring the outdoors. Already week two of camp wow! Our campers came in this week with amazing energy, positive mindsets, and, most importantly, excitement...
by Primitive Pursuits | Jul 5, 2026 | 2026 Summer, In the News!, Activities, Blog, Events, Latest News, News, Stories
The first week of camp was a blast! Despite the hot temperatures and humidity, our kiddos kept up their great energy and were all eager to learn, have fun, and make new friends. We started the week by learning different camp activities and traditions, important safety...
by Hallie Allport | Jun 5, 2026 | In the News!, Activities, Blog, Events, Latest News, News, Preschool Programs, Stories
This week, Ithaca Forest Pre School took an awesome field trip to Turtle Crossing Wildlife Rehabiltation Farm, which is in-part led by one of our own staff Dina! The farm is nestled in the lively forests of Ellis Hollow and houses varieties of birds, turtles, geese,...
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...
by D | Sep 3, 2025 | Blog, Latest News, Stories
It’s hard to believe that summer is over! 9 whole weeks of adventure and friendship. Our last week of summer was the perfect ending to two and a half months of camp. Campers this week brought all of their energy and creativity. Forest Bards started off the week with a...
by D | Aug 25, 2025 | Latest News, Stories
There is a new breeze in the air over 4-H acres as summer begins to come to a close. We are still out in the woods, loving the change of seasons and having fun! This week the forest was filled with crafts, games, and new friends. Walking through the woods with a...
