Today we began camp with some intense yoga. The campers learned the eagle pose and did an awesome flow of the sun salutation which left the campers all very relaxed. After stretching the group separate into three different stations. Station one was the cooking station. Today's menu consisted of corn grits with tomatoes and garlic, sauteed kale and collard greens with raisins, and whole wheat baguettes with chive butter. " I'm slicin' and dicin'!", one camper said while chopping garlic.
Station 2 taught the campers all about what kinds of foods give you the energy to 'go', 'grow', and 'glow'. Carbohydrates give bodies the energy to 'go', foods that contain proteins help the body to 'grow', and foods that give your body vitamins and nutrients give you a healthy 'glow'. For this activity campers looked through magazines and cut out foods that fit all three categories to make collages in their journals.
Over at station 3, the campers observed the difference between animal and plant cells under a microscope. They also studied what foods can be used for to prevent health problems. "Vitamin C can be found in...ORANGE JUICE!"
After all three stations were finished, the group sat down to enjoy the lovely lunch that was very nicely prepared and tasty. Once lunch was over and the tables were cleared, the campers participated in some relaxing gardening work. Some campers composted, some watered, and others rotated soil. The full day came to an end with some fun games. Off the campers went home, nice and tired and eager to come back tomorrow. Until next time at the cove!