Support the Ava jane Howerton Memorial Fund

Each year, Paul Sutera rides his bike in support of causes that he believes in. One summer he embarked on a week-long, 500-mile ride to establish a scholarship fund in memory of Ava Jane Howerton, the daughter of a family he’s become close to over the years as their dentist.

Trillium Camp Cabin Campaign

Support our campaign to upgrade our Trillium Camp Cabin!

winter programs open now

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Youth Programs

Ages 5-12

teen Programs

Ages 13-17

Stories from our Programs! 

Head over to our blog for stories from the forest, our latest news and periodic videos, and activities you can do at home.

Week 9 Blog – Fairies and Archers Roam the Woods

Week 9 Blog – Fairies and Archers Roam the Woods

We can't believe there is only one week left of summer! From playing outside, to learning all about different plants, and all the way to learning about different survival skills, our campers at Primitive Pursuits have been having a great summer.  Monday, we welcomed...

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WEEK 7 BLOG – CAMPFIRES, CREEKS, & CAMP FUN!

WEEK 7 BLOG – CAMPFIRES, CREEKS, & CAMP FUN!

With just a couple of weeks left of camp, we’ve been soaking in all of the exciting moments and making the most of every day! From exploring nature and building fairy houses to cooking over campfires and playing games in the woods, this week was filled with adventure,...

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We were BLOWN away by the community and engagement our son felt this summer. He came home excited to share all the new things he had learned that day (from day 1!) – as well as show us his impressive collection of sticks, rocks, bows and arrows, cordage, etc. Primitive Pursuits has fostered such a love of outdoor learning and he loved seeing counselors through the weeks (especially Pickle!) who shared his excitement for being outside and exploring. We can’t wait to send him – and his younger sister – again next year, and we’ll be ready for the muddy clothes, collection of sticks, and stories of their adventures each afternoon. Thank you, Primitive Pursuits, for making this nervous mom feel great about dropping my kiddo off at camp each day!!”
S. W.

Parent