Desert Scouts Day Camp
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Camp Description
Date: June 20th -July 1st
Time: 8:30am-12:00pm
Location: 1004 Holton Rd, Holtville, CA 92250*
Age: 9 - 12 years old
Cost: FREE
Join us this summer for a 10-day Day Camp at UC Farm Smart. This program will consist of activities ranging from nature exploration to cooking demos and taste tests. We will learn all about the Desert including animals, plants, foods, and the Kumeyaay tribe which has lived in this region of California for over 10,000 years. Each day we will go over a different topic, using exercises, arts & crafts, and other hands-on activities to enrich the lessons!
* The final day will be an optional field trip to The Desert Museum in Ocotillio (transportation not provided)
Itinerary
Day 1: Desert Biomes
From animals and plants to weather and geology - learn about the diversity of the desert.
Day 2: Kumeyaay Land & Natural Resources
Introduction to Native American lifestyles, local tribes, and the natural resources they relied on.
Day 3: Kumeyaay Culture - Master's of the Desert
Explore the culture of the Kumeyaay Nation - learn about their art, homes, tools, and weapons.
Day 4: Discovering Nature - Plants & the 5 Senses
Learn about plants and how to identify useful characteristics using your five senses.
Day 5: Introduction to Food & Nutrients
Build an understanding of nutrients and explore how to use nutrition to make healthy choices.
Day 6: Kumeyaay Diets + Making Bread
Learn about Kumeyaay foods and make flatbreads for the Day 7 cooking activity
Day 7: California Flatbread Cooking & Taste Test
Spend the day gaining hands-on cooking experience.
Day 8: CA Agriculture & Climate
Explore the diversity of California's agriculture and climate.
Day 9: End of Program Ceremony & Party
Join us at Farm Smart for an end of program ceremony where we present participants with certificates.
Day 10: Field Trip to Ocotillo
Meet at the IV Desert Museum in Ocotillo, participate in a Desert nature trail, and tour the exhibits of the museum.
Waivers
All participants require a signed waiver of liability to participate in University of California Program: