Unlike any other Professional Development conference you might attend, at the Manitoba Nature Summit the workshops are only a small part of the learning. We have arranged it this way because – like the children we work with, we believe that the best way to be an effective learner is to learn through play and wonder. When you leave the Nature Summit we don’t just want you to say you have learned- we want you to be invigorated, inspired and engaged so you can pass the wonder on to the children in your life.
Therefore, if you attend the full Summit, rather than just the day-time, you will receive 24 hours of Professional Development hours. This isn’t an exaggeration- you will be learning for at least 24 hours worth of your time and believe me- you’ll feel like it by the time the weekend is over! In fact you may want to book Monday off work too so you can recuperate…
So here is the low down on some of the learning/activity/play opportunities that will be available outside of the official workshop time:
Friday:
4:00-5:30
– archery
– zip line
-wall climbing
– fishing (bring your own equipment and license)
– dip netting
– walk the grounds
-giant jenga, croquette, nordic slinging, twister, bean bag toss, ladder toss, sponge toss (if it’s warm)
-art making
7:30-???? Evening Activities
Astronomy Through Myth with Dave Barnes. Dave Barnes is a retired Brandon educator who has been teaching astronomy to high school students and community groups for almost 40 years. His passions in life include healthy food, permaculture, movement and physical fitness, making maple syrup, and nature studies. Dave and friends recently formed Assiniboine Food Forest to manage a 40-acre permaculture preserve in Brandon.
The study of astronomy brings life-long joy and fascination to the learner. When explained through myth and story-telling, we connect the beautiful objects of the heavens with real human issues, growing closer to nature and the pulse of the seasons. The heavens are eternal, as is the beauty of life. The workshop (or simply outside activity) aims to empower participants through active participation and joyful sharing.
You can sign up for this workshop when you arrive at Camp Manitou. Dress warm and BYOBinoculars. Dave also recommends bringing a small red-light source for reading maps, a clipboard and warm blanket or something to lay on as most of the workshop will be spent lying prone. This workshop will work best with a maximum of 20 people. It will be held once it is completely dark.
Campfire/Music/Storytelling- Bring your instruments, songbooks, headlamps, lawn chairs, Marshmallows, and best stories to share around the campfire.
Marc Battle and Kim Hanna of Red River College fame will be joining us around the main campfire around 7:ooish.
Saturday:
3:30– Silent Auction winners will be posted in the Main lodge. Winners must claim their prizes before 11:00 am Sunday morning.
4:00-5:30
– archery
– zip line
-wall climbing
– fishing (bring your own equipment and license)
– dip netting
– walk the grounds
-giant jenga, croquette, nordic slinging, twister, bean bag toss, ladder toss, sponge toss (if it’s warm)
-art making
Campfire Storytelling with Barb Carlson-
Barb Carlson will be sharing stories around the campfire on saturday evening.
Night Hike– Join Educator/Naturalist Maddi Kettner on a night hike around Camp Manitou for a unique opportunity to experience the forest at night.
This is an informal activity- so no signing up necessary. Maddi will make an announcement around the campfire, once it is dark
Sunday:
10:00 – 11:30 –End of Summit Campfire with Elder Rob Appetogan
11:30 – 12:00 – closing/farewell/send off to 2018!
*This schedule will be evolving as we get closer to the Summit. Please check back for more information on additional activities.
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