Winter Camp

Camp Foxfire

- Learn and grow by experiencing nature -

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REGISTRATION is now OPEN!

What is Winter Wizard Camp?
Each morning campers will enter the Great Hall through Platform 9 3/4 and enjoy a series of classes including:
- Astronomy and Astrology
- Herbology (the study of plants)
- Care of Magical Creatures (chickens, rabbits, equines)
- Potions (slime and experiments)
and enjoy inspired activities such as:
- hikes through the Forbidden Forest (tree farm)
- stargazing and learning constellations
- playing Quidditch (minus arial stunts)
- creating an assortment of magical crafts.
All amidst active outdoor play on 53 acres of homestead, farm, and woods.
Dates and Schedule
Dates
Winter 2023: December 27, 28, 29

Schedule
Wednesday, December 27th: 2pm - 7pm
- 1:30 - 1:50 Check In
- 2:00 - 7:00 Evening Session
- 7:00 - 7:30 Pick Up
Thursday, December 28th: 9:30-3:00
- 9:00 - 9:20 Drop Off
- 9:30-12:00 Morning Session
- 12:00-12:50 Lunch
- 1:00 - 3:00 Afternoon Session
- 3:00 - 3:30 Pick Up
Friday, December 29th: 9:30-1:00
Meet at The Astronomy Tower (aka Planetarium at Sandy Creek Nature Center)
- 9:00 - 9:20 Drop Off @Sandy Creek
- 9:30-12:00 Morning Session
- 12:00-12:50 Lunch
- 1:00 - 1:30 Pick Up @Sandy Creek
Ages

Campers Ages 6 - 12 by December 1, 2023

CITs may volunteer after they have turned 13.
*Younger campers should have completed kindergarten or homeschool equivilent. 5 year olds attending camp with an older sibling have also had a great time and kept up with the group. All children should be toileting independently and able to change their own clothes after water play or getting dirty.
Cost

Full Session: 3 days, $150

Session fee includes long sleeved camp t-shirt and all activities. $75/family deposit must be received within 48 hours to hold registration, after submitting registration form, return to our summer camp website, and click [BUY NOW] to submit deposit.

After registration, you will receive a PayPal invoice in your email for camp fees. Children will receive a welcome letter by muggle post or owl.

Discounts: Multiple campers in the same household save 10% for additional siblings registered during the same session.

Session fee includes camp t-shirt and all activities. $75/session Deposit must be received within 48 hours to hold registration, after submitting registration form, return to our summer camp website, and click [BUY NOW] to submit deposit. Deposits and fees are non-refundable.

Note
Friday camp is a field trip to Sandy Creek Nature Center.
Camp is all outdoors, with access to running water and permanent bathrooms.
In case of predicted severe weather: Camp may be CANCELED for the day, and the whole family will be welcomed to our next scheduled Foxfire Woods Farm Day with complementary tickets.

We can't wait to see you at Camp Foxfire this winter break!

Wear to Camp:

Dress for the weather ex: rain gear, layers, hat.
Costumes WELCOMED, however, keep in mind:
-weather, temperature, and mobility.
-dirt, outdoor play, and uneven terrain.
-multiple children playing same characters
-valuables should stay at HOME
-electronics are NOT permitted at camp, including accessories.
Sneakers and socks
Sunscreen
Bee-safe bug spray, non aerosol!
Every Day Bring to camp:
- Backpack to stay at pole barn holding:
- Full change of lightweight, comfortable clothes, including spare socks and underwear.
- Extra shoes for water play “keen style” with solid toe and heel strap preferred
- Sunscreen.
- Bee safe, non-aerosol bug spray such as: Greenerways Organic Insect Repellent
- Reusable Water bottle, with strap or hook for carrying
- Healthy lunch with icepacks to keep cool
- Two heavy snacks
- No soda, no juice (honeybees)
- No phones, no electronics, no valuables
Allergies?
- Bring a Fanny pack/cross body bagto carry at all times with medications such as EpiPen, AND written allergy plan.
- Camp has honeybees and animal feed with multiple top 8 allergens.
- Contact Ms Alison before registration with any concerns!

Pack for Camp

Backpack to stay at pole barn holding:
Full change of lightweight, comfortable clothes, including spare socks and underwear.
Extra shoes for water play.
Sunscreen. Bee safe, non-aerosol bug spray

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Pack for Camp

Reusable Water bottle, with strap or hook for carrying
Healthy lunch with icepacks to keep cool
Two heavy snacks
No soda, no juice (honeybees)

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Allergies?

Bring a Fanny pack/cross body to carry at all times with EpiPen, medications, AND written allergy plan.
Camp has honeybees and animal feed with multiple top 8 allergens.
Contact Ms Alison before registration with any concerns

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Meet our Camp Leaders

Our Camp Staff is a gaggle of experienced women (all moms) who have come together to create a fantastic outdoor summer program at Foxfire Woods and Farm. All staff have clean background checks, are up to date in first aid and CPR, and have completed our camp training, including child safety and mandated reporter. CITs are older children at camp, learning to take on leadership.

As a former park ranger and naturalist, Terri is passionate about sharing the outdoors with others. Her greatest joy is watching the excitement on the faces of children as they discover a new animal, plant, or mushroom in nature. She is certified in Wilderness First Aid and CPR, and brings her experience as a trainer and licensed counselor into the work we do at Camp Foxfire. She believes in the importance of spending quiet time outdoors to help ease anxiety and other mental health concerns, and often takes a break from the hard work of managing a farm to just sit and reflect on our beautiful world - which our next generations must actively protect for their future!

Alison Hux, 2021 Camp Foxfire Director, has worked as a Naturalist, outdoor educator, and nature nerd since 2004 (officially at least!) A Georgia Native, Ms. Ali grew up on the banks of the Chattahoochee, spent summers at Girl Scout camp, weekends mucking stalls in exchange for riding lessons, and a decade working as a veterinary assistant in small animal practices.

Ms. Ali is passionate about place-based education; creating future conservationists by securing a love for the land in all children. She has completed certifications for KHT Montessori, Growing Up Wild, and Project Learning Tree and is a self-proclaimed continuing education junkie. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts and Biology from GA Southern University, and her hobbies include saving turtles from cars, playing tag, and running a small homestead and micro dairy. Alison's family includes her hiking loving husband, her goat-whisperer, homeschooled daughter, and more than a dozen farm animals.