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Located in a secluded 500-acre Appalachian wildlife sanctuary, this unique camp offers overnight nature studies interwoven with hikes, music, arts and games. Caring, knowledgeable, dynamic staff and 32 campers develop a lasting community that promotes high quality education, individual growth and challenge.
Each day is filled with a new selection of activities offered by the staff. Campers are introduced to plant, animal and earth science, participate in overnight trips, and Senior Campers pursue their strongest interests in a project of their own design. Each afternoon brings a new selection of activities. Groups are small and there is plenty of individual attention.
Evening programs are occasionally small group choices, but more often whole group gatherings. The director is returning for her 23rd year. The staff are high school, college, graduate students and teachers, most of whom were once BCWS campers themselves, and are knowledgeable in specific areas of the natural world. They bring their education, experience, energy, creativity and sense of humor to each moment. There is one staff member for every two campers.
BCWS is in the Appalachian Mountains, 2 1/2 hours from Washington D.C. The forest and meadows shelter a wide diversity of plant and animal life. The spring-fed stream and pond support a rich aquatic ecosystem and provide good swimming. The night sky is speckled with stars. The spacious main lodge includes an all-purpose room with open-hearth fireplace, dining porch, field study and work areas, infirmary, and library. The canopy walkway is 10 minutes walk from the lodge. Staff and campers share meals family style. Campers sleep in two staff-supervised dormitories, where screens invite in fresh air and the night sounds.
Visit Burgundy Center for Wildlife Studies at http://burgundycenter.org
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| Adult Weekend |
An Adult Weekend was created at the request of parents who were themselves wishing to remain at BCWS in the cool green foliage, watching the sunset from the mountaintop, sleeping to the sound of owls and katydids, waking to birdsong, and trying their hands at the various activities and inactivities. The population includes adults in their 20s to 70s, some of whom are entirely new to the program. Some are constantly active, some take time in the hammocks, by the pond, or on a solitary stroll.
The staff are always available with workshops or hikes, but all the schedule is optional for participants. The food includes vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, and upgrades during the weekend for adult palates. |
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