Celebrating Imbolc in the Rain
January 31, 2020
At VWP we love to see and support the natural affinity that exists between young children and Elders. In the Fall we host a special Grandparents Day that many of our family members participated in with us. Grandparents Day is one of our favorite program days! But, of course, many of our childrens' grandparents live far away and cannot make it to Grandparents Day. When those Elders come to town we are so happy when they ask to come and join us. We had just such an opportunity last Friday …
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Beach Discoveries
December 14, 2019
While our morning began with drizzle and damp, the prospect of a day on the beach warmed the hearts of one and all! We began the day with games to warm us, skulls and bones to mystify us, and a tale chronicling the life of Mag, a drop of water. What were the many transformations of Mag? Where and how did Mag travel? Where might Mag be right now? Perhaps your family can observe a drop of water, and wonder about the many travels that drop might take!
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What is something smaller than your hand that you feel grateful for?
December 6, 2019
Last Friday was a fun and spontaneous one! We had Kristiana (one of our elders) spend the day with us. She brought with her such wisdom, in the form of joy, curiosity and playfulness. We all absolutely love when she spends the day with us. As an instructor it is hard not to feel alive and inspired when she is around, and I could see the same sentiments reflected in the children.
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Coyote's Den - Adventures with our Late Start program
December 5, 2019
What a fun day we had last Thursday at our Late Start program on campus at our local elementary school. It was dry and relatively warm -- perfect adventuring weather!
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Cooler Days, More Play Outside
November 8, 2019
We had a lovely day together! It was cold, but dry. Of course, many of your little ones seem to strip off their layers very quickly!
After a time of gratitude, we gathered around a warm fire and had a bit of theatre. Many children enjoyed acting out a scene they experienced in Nature and we all had fun guessing! Maybe your kiddo is paying a bit more attention to the natural world in the hopes that they have some news to share for next program...
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Will Sing for Vashon - A Fundraiser for all Vashon Nonprofits
Join us for a fantastic evening of music to support community connections and our Island non-profits! Hundreds of children experienced deep nature connection mentoring last year through Vashon Wilderness Program thanks to the generous donors that attended. We’d love to see you there!
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Join our Circle of Sustaining Donors
These times demand that you and I stand firm in our values, and take action to leave our world a little better than we found it. Please give the gift of nature today. Give as generously as you can – every donation makes a difference!
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VWP receives $5,000 grant award from Kelly Ann Brown Foundation
November 5, 2019
In the world of non-profits, funders are like angels, helping to support the good work we do to make a difference in the world. The Kelly Ann Brown Foundation is no exception.
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Coho Salmon
November 9, 2019
Our day began with a beautiful fire Yasmin built with assistance from our teen volunteer Orion. It burned brightly all day under our dry shelter. We also welcomed another new teen volunteer, India, who has been part of VWP programs since she was four years old. The fire and these two lively volunteers brightened our day immensely!
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A Day on the Beach
November 8, 2019
Sometimes we search far and wide, when what we are looking for is right next to us. Though what we really find is on the adventure of looking.
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Grandparents Day
October 26, 2019
Elders play a special role in our programs, helping to guide us with their wisdom, and modeling for us what it means to have a loving and forgiving heart... two essential ingredients in healthy culture. In addition to our Elder Council which serves to protect the health and integrity of our people and work…
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Ancestor Feast
Join other families and friends at beautiful Camp Sealth to honor our ancestors and create connections with each other. Including stories, song, and clay work for all ages. Saturday, October 26th, 2019, from 4-7pm, at Camp Sealth, Vashon Island.
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Nature Connection Spring Sampler
Join a group of nature lovers for a day of exploration on beautiful Vashon Island. We’ll gather to share core practices for nature connection, then choose an area of focus for deepened exploration, and return to share stories of discovery with one another around the fire.
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Playing Around
Nothing prepares a child’s brain for learning more than an adrenalized state. It focuses the mind and improves sensory input, which deepens the imprinting process. Nature gives us this capacity to activate our senses and be receptive to our environment. It’s a survival skill. When coupled with child’s passions …
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Sensing Bodies
October 12, 2019
Our first day of Forest Trackers (Ravens) brought us together in gratitude and as we came into relationship with one another and the land. We established ourselves as the Forest Tracker Raven Cohort!
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Welcome Back Fire Tenders!
September 27, 2019
Was it chop wood-carry water, or carry water-hold wood. Oh, now I remember… carry wood-hold water. Some took up the challenge and made over a dozen trips of holding the same water in their mouths while carrying wood! The task of moving our wood supply was a breeze with all the helping hands and joyful hearts…
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Aidless Navigation
Finding your way in any landscape brings a sense of freedom and adventure. Think about those salty sailors guiding their ships upon the open seas, figuring out their position and course with knowledge of geometry and astronomy, and the use of special instruments.
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