by maineseacoast | Jul 21, 2020 | COVID-19 Updates, Downeast Campus, Maine Seacoast Mission, News, Uncategorized
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Photography: Exploring the functions of our new cameras in our photography group.
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Triscuits: Taking survival to another level – grinding down the wheat
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The science of making green slime.
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Forts: The perfect spot for learning how to build a shelter.
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Olivia Frog: Finding some wildlife on our nature trails.
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Photography: Exploring the functions of our new cameras in our photography group.
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Camp cooking: Campfire blueberry muffins cooked in an orange.
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Hand-washing: Proper hygiene being demonstrated at one of our outside sinks.
CHERRYFIELD, ME — Thank you to EdGE Site Coordinator Jennifer Kearns for these photos taken the first week of EdGE Summer Camp 2020. As we’ve said before, this year’s EdGE Summer Camp is a much modified version of previous EdGE Summer Camps.
But even with a cap on Summer Campers attending under Covid-19 State of Maine guidance — the kids are having a blast learning new skills, sharing new experiences, and making new friends.
Here then is Jennifer’s collection of photos of first week EdGE Summer Camp kids on nature trails, learning photography, culinary arts, basic woods survival skills, and (of course!) how to make green slime.
Learn more about EdGE Summer Camp 2020.
by maineseacoast | Jul 14, 2020 | COVID-19 Updates, Downeast Campus, EdGE, Maine Seacoast Mission, News

CHERRYFIELD, ME — Maine Seacoast Mission’s modified EdGE Summer Camp is well underway in Cherryfield. Our number one priority is keeping the children, families, and staff healthy and safe. At the same time, our camp goers are learning or polishing skills, such as how to visualize and capture great digital photographs.
Learn more about EdGE Summer Camp 2020.
by maineseacoast | Jun 15, 2020 | COVID-19 Updates, Downeast Campus, EdGE, John Zavodny

CHERRYFIELD, ME — Do you have questions about EdGE Summer Camp or want to learn more about what summer camps will look like this year?
Tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16th at 7:00 pm, EdGE Interim Director Isaac Marnik and Maine Seacoast Mission President John Zavodny, will be answering over Zoom, questions about summer camp for any interested parents.
Please email imarnik@seacoastmission.org to request the Zoom link or phone information.
If you would like to sign your child up for summer camps, please go to https://www.seacoastmission.org/what-we-do/edge/edge-camp/.
by maineseacoast | Jul 3, 2019 | Downeast Campus, Maine Seacoast Mission, News

CHERRYFIELD, ME — This photo taken at a recent EdGE Kids’ Kitchen Summer Camp show Rose M. Gaffney Elementary students outside their comfort zone, trying new foods, and learning cooking skills, food preparation, and cutting skills.
The Mission takes a multi-faceted approach to reducing hunger and the threat of hunger in western Washington County.
We know different populations experience different obstacles to obtaining enough food. The challenges a third-grader faces are not the same as those encountered by an eighty-year old.
Our food programs go beyond simply delivering quality food. Each program promotes social interactions, builds a sense of community, and encourages learning about nutrition, trying new foods, making healthy food choices, and talking about food and nutrition. We hope to impact area residents’ eating habits, including the next generation’s habits, in order to create a stronger, healthier, and more informed community.
Learn about EdGE Summer Camps and the Mission’s Food Programs/Services.
by maineseacoast | Jun 25, 2019 | Downeast Campus, EdGE, Island Outreach, Maine Seacoast Mission, News, Sunbeam

CHERRYFIELD, ME — Among the many activities available to EdGE Summer Camp kids is time aboard the Mission’s Sunbeam V and exploring island communities. As you can see in this photo, the worldview from Maine islands is unique.
Learn all about EdGE Summer Camps