Welcome to Raven’s Nest. Here you will find camps and workshops for ages 10-15. Children blossom in nature and benefit greatly by learning functional arts. Nature and craft foster sustainable living practices. These programs will engage all senses, teach some self-sufficient skills, and above all be fun!
Best for Ages: 10-14yo
July 10th-13th, 10:00-3:00pm
Program Fees: $425 plus $40 material fee
Instructor: Leigha Smith
Come discover the magic of photography in our latest camp offering. Campers will learn about composition, light, texture, and more. Each camper will explore these elements through a series of freeform photography assignments that tell stories about the farm and nature. Campers will learn to think and discuss images as a photographer, giving encouraging observations and feedback to one another. The week will end with a celebration of images: each camper showcasing their portfolio.
Best for Ages: 10-14yo
August 7th-10th, 10:00-3:00
Program Fees: $425
Instructor: Linnane Armstrong
In harmony with the creative, playful, and curious mind of the crow, come join us for fun, nature-based arts and crafts. Projects may include tie-dye, macrame, nature journaling, and nature printing. There will be plenty of time for exploring the magical spaces of the farm, animals, and hiking down to Double Bluff beach.
Best for Ages: 11-15yo
July 11th-12th
July 18th-19th
10:00-12:00
Program Fees: $145
Instructor: Phil Stringer
In this two-day workshop participants will learn basic blacksmithing through a project of their choice. We will have forges, hammers, anvils and other tools to explore the plasticity of iron. Take home functional art made by you!
Best for Ages: 11-15yo
July 18th-19th, 12:30-3:00pm
Program Fees: $185
Instructor: Sawyer Mauk
Join us on the farm for two days of leather crafting. Students will learn the fundamentals of leather craft, and the foundational skills needed to create with leather in the future. Projects may include bookmarks, bracelets, pouches, knife sheaths, and more.
Best for Ages: 11-15yo
August 14-17, 10am-2pm
Program Fees: $425
Instructor: Linnane Armstrong
Campers will draw from nature to design their print. They will then carve the design in a woodblock and print copies. Then they will trade prints with other campers prior to binding a handmade book of all the prints. Campers will end the week with a special book of prints, as well as a woodblock that can be used for future prints. Tools are very sharp, so safety will be a focus. During breaks, students will be able to enjoy the wonders of the farm.
Day 1: Drawing from nature & print planning
Day 2: Carving
Day 3: Printing and book cover prep
Day 4: Bookbinding
