Archives for June 2020

Seeing as the heat always finds its way back to us, here are a few ways to possibly cool down this summer!

Size of group: 1-10

Materials Needed: Bright Chalk, Bucket, Sponges, and clothes you don’t mind getting wet!

Directions:

Start by Drawing a simple target on the ground. (Can be simple or have score values) Now draw a line in which the throwers cannot pass to throw so everyone has a fair opportunity. A Bucket should also be placed at the line. All participants take turns throwing their sponges into the target area and add up the points. Each participant should have three sponges of one color or just use one set of sponges for everyone and keep track of them. You can add different variations to any game such as throwing it into a bucket or through something.

Variation # 2: Another game to play is sponge toss. Sponge toss is where you set two buckets about 6 to 8ft apart. One participant stands on the far side of the bucket looking at each other. On each side the buckets are filled with water. One side starts off by having the sponge on their side and begins by throwing it to the other person. The objective of this game is to get each other very wet while also making it so the other person drops the sponge when it is tossed to them.

Variation # 3 of sponge toss is a life-size human target. This involves someone standing/Sitting in the middle of the lawn and the main goal is to hit this person with a sponge from about 10ft away. This should not be done by throwing the sponge very hard but lighter so no one gets hurt. This is usually well-received when it is a camp counselor and or a house staff they are trying to get wet!

Since this summer camp is not an option, why not get outside and go for a walk or drive around your very own neighborhood? This scavenger hunt is made for you to become more aware and familiar with your neighborhood! Don’t be afraid to talk to your neighbors and wish them a great day.

Size of Group: Any size

Materials: Your Bingo Sheet, a pen and good walking shoes or a car!

Activity Name: Salty Chocolate Bark

Introduction: The best food ideas bring together flavors, textures and aromas to make something new. Salty chocolate bark gives the bitter sweetness of chocolate and cherries with the saltiness of pretzels for an unforgettable taste.

Size: Serves 24

Supplies: 24 oz. of dark chocolate chips, ½ cup pretzels, ¼ cup dried cherries or raisins, sea salt flakes.

Objective: project completion, following instructions and hands-on work.

Description: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then melt the dark chocolate on the stove or in the microwave. Spread chocolate in an even layer on the parchment with a spatula. Cut or break pretzels into pieces and sprinkle with raisin/dried cherries and salt onto the top of the chocolate. Let bark cool for 1 hour then break into pieces and store into sealed bags.

Its time to get some creativity pumping! We want the sun to stay and stick around this summer and do not want too much rain! Join us in creating sun sticks!

Size of group: 1-5

Supplies Needed: Sticks of all sizes, Paint, Brushes, Masking tape/Painting tape. Imagination/Creativity, Yarn

Description: This activity does involve paint so set up your activity in an area that you don’t mind getting paint on things or place newspaper down or another barrier on any table. Now take your selves outside and go for a little walk to find a few sticks and or branches. Once Branches are collected then head back to your painting station and let’s get to work!

1. Start by laying sticks out in front of you and plan the design. You can use the tape to create lines and designs on the stick in which you will paint on the sticks.
2. Paint your design and let them dry. Make a bunch of colorful pieces of work. Once done with that you can use yarn and wrap it around the stick and in different locations.
3. These sticks will add color to your yard and gardens as decorations throughout. The colors will catch the sun and create happy vibes!