Outdoor Skills
Nature and Outdoor Education

Aidan Stibora and Tess Manley
Cost: $0 Limit 16

We will go over the basic needs and practices for backpacking and survival. This includes what to pack, fire building, knot-tying, shelter building, emergency preparedness, "leave no trace" and sustainability practices. Leave with all the skills you need for your first backcountry adventure!

Shape Dancing
Music, Song, and Dance

Tim Borton and Zane Newland
Cost: $0 Limit: 24

Learn to dance in all kinds of shapes. Lines, circles & squares. Class will be up and moving and learn how to incorporate dancing into their programs. Wear comfortable shoes. Even a chance to learn to call dances if you would like.

Behavior Unlocked
Personal and Professional Development

Amber Holleman and Andy Cothrel
Cost: $0 Limit: 20

Why do smart, well-intentioned people make decisions that seem confusing, frustrating, or even counterproductive? This session introduces a practical, integrated framework to help leaders make sense of human behavior—and respond more effectively. Rather than relying on intuition alone, participants will explore four critical lenses that shape how people act. Leaders will leave with a clearer, more actionable understanding of why people do what they do—and how to design environments that produce better, more aligned behavior.

Nature Prints
Arts and Crafts

Sarah Wensink and Ashley Okel
Cost: $20 Limit: 12

Get your hands in some ink and try out a variety of printmaking techniques to make a record of your experiences in print. We’ll explore linocut printing, gel plate prints, sun‑printing (cyanotype), along with other experimental methods as time allows to make art out of the world around you. You’ll learn the basics of carving, inking, layering, and printing while making artwork that’s uniquely yours. Whether you use it for wall art or your nature journal, you’ll have new skills to serve you well.

Beautiful Little Things from Wood
Arts and Crafts

Dave Kalkbrenner
Cost: $10 Limit: 12

This class will feature making “Beautiful Little Things” - earrings, pins, brooches, fobs, etc., from a wide variety of colorful and figured woods. Participants will learn techniques for using simple hand tools that they likely have not used before to create fashion accessories and beautiful jewelry from scratch.

Yarn Arts
Arts & Crafts

Amber Holleman
Cost: $0 Limit: 12

Discover the creativity and calm of yarn arts in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class that introduces participants to loom knitting, crochet, and traditional knitting. Whether you’ve never picked up a hook or needles before or you’re looking to expand your skills, this class offers a welcoming space to learn and experiment with different techniques.

Racket Sports
Experiential Education and Group Dynamics

Nick Cherup and Aidan Stibora
Cost: $0 Limit: 12

Work-shoppers would get the chance to learn and play a variety of racket sports examples, pickleball, tennis, badminton, ping pong, etc

Games Master Training
Experiential Education and Group Dynamics

Tim Borton
Cost: $0 Limit: 24

Do you want to become a Games Master? Someone who knows games for all occasions. Then this is the class for you. We will focus on how to plan and lead games for groups of all sizes. Games will range from slow to fast paced, from large group to small group, and for all ages. Class will be very interactive and participants will play the games as we learn. At the end of the week we hope that you will become a “Games Master” Class taught by our “Games Master’s ”

Nature Meditation
Nature and Outdoor Education

Katrina Nitz and Michelle Moon
Cost: $0 Limit: 12

Join us for a meditation class grounded in nature-based wellness focusing on self-care to improve mood, reduce stress levels and enhance physical and mental health. Participants will explore how intentional time in nature can serve as a powerful form of self-care, promoting relaxation, creativity, and emotional balance. By cultivating attention, perspective, and resilience, participants can carry these practices into their work environments, improving focus, problem-solving, and overall effectiveness. This class is suitable for all experience levels and offers a meaningful opportunity to reset, recharge, and reconnect—with both nature and oneself.

You Can Uke
Music, Song, and Dance

Tim Reynolds
Cost: $0 Limit 15

This is a beginner Ukulele class that will help you make music a part of your life. You do not need previous music ability or your own ukulele. We can provide instruments or you can bring your own. We will start at tuning and holding a uke to strumming and singing together.

Canva 101
Personal and Professional Development

Amanda Raines
Cost: $0 Limit: 8

Unlock your creativity and bring your ideas to life in this hands-on introduction to Canva! In this session, you’ll learn the basics of graphic design while exploring how to create eye-catching social media posts, engaging newsletters, and polished educational materials. Whether you’re promoting an event or sharing a message, you’ll leave with practical skills and ready-to-use designs. No prior experience needed — just bring your creativity (and laptop) and get ready to play, learn, and create!

Staff Training: Grow and Glow
Personal and Professional Development

Kristy Helberg
Cost: $0 Limit: 20

Learn ways to bring groups of staff (or counselors) together within a short amount of time. Break the ice, learn and apply the core knowledge being taught, and build community along the way. Review activities revolving around staff values, team-building activities, ice breakers, and reflection activities.