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Evelyn - Parent of camper, 2025 (parent)Every Day was a I want to extend a great big thank you to Free to Grow and the Focus on Nature camp! Dean had a wonderful time this past week, every day was a “good day” which has never been the case at any other camp or school week. He especially enjoyed hand feeding the chipmunks, even asking to stay late so he and anoth... Show More |
Parent of Camper 2024 (parent)Great Week! It was a great week. My child had a great time. Learned more about nature. Made new friends. Even the rainy days were fun. |
Parent of Camper 2024 (parent)100 out of 10! Our kids had a fabulous time. Each day they rated it 100 out of 10. |
Chloe, 2023 (camper)Camper Review "I liked that we learned a lot more about nature and about how to use cameras. I liked how if we needed help they would help us. I also enjoyed how we didn't just stay in one spot we moved around to get new photos. They were also really nice and respectful." |
Aliyah, 2023 (camper)Student Review "I really liked taking photos of the nature that I usually overlook. I enjoyed going to the park and seeing all the cool flowers, geese and snails." |
Jordan, Teacher 2023 (parent)Workshop Review "This was a wonderful program and got even my most resistant children engaged and focused on a creative task. It helped them to see the elements of design in a concrete way and introduced artistic language that we can now use in the program. It also allowed us to have 1:1 tech so every child could work at once,... Show More |
-Arrandaelli, Parent of Camper in 2022 (parent)Guelph Arboretum Review “The camp was an amazing experience for my child. She loved every minute!” |
Natalie, Parent of Camper in 2023 (parent)March Break Camp Review “My son has just completed 2 days of the March Break camp at the Arboretum and absolutely loving it! Thanks for making this camp so wonderful for the kids! ” |
Campers and parents alike praise the positive impact of Focus on Nature camps, emphasizing its blend of artistic education, nature exploration, and personal growth. Indeed, Focus on Nature stands out for its mission to inspire young people to connect with nature through photography. In a world increasingly oriented towards digital technology, the camp successfully merges the excitement of being in nature with the creative possibilities of photography. Children don't just learn to capture images, but also to view the natural world through a new lens, developing skills in macro photography and other styles while exploring their creative freedom. The camp's approach is inclusive, catering to campers with mild special needs and fostering a supportive environment for all. The staff, trained in first aid and CPR, ensure a safe setting for every participant. Activities at Focus on Nature extend beyond the camera. Campers engage in guided photo walks, outdoor games, and nature-themed crafts, alongside learning photo editing skills. Equipped with cameras and laptops, they create a final slideshow of their work, encapsulating their experiences and learnings at the camp.
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