Monday July 24th & Tuesday July 25th * 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Area students are invited to join The Institute at Orvis Hill Country in Fairfield, Pa. for a 2-day outdoor adventure camp—learn all about fly fishing, the art of fly-tying and so much more on the beautiful property of Orvis Hill Country.
The camp is part of The Institute’s series of DISCOVER programs for students in grades 5–12 (ages 10 to 17), and the program combines fly fishing with earth science, limnology and biology.
The camp runs for two days, Monday & Tuesday July 24 & 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day.
Three program rotations each day feature a variety of activities; a break for lunch is also part of the schedule.
With instruction by Orvis’s fishing experts, students will learn fly fishing essentials like rod rigging and essential knots, gear and tackle, stream entomology, fly selection, how to “read water,” and how to play, land, and safely release fish.
In addition, Institute staff will guide students in learning about freshwater biology, including pond vegetation as well as macroinvertebrates and other aquatic “critters” like fish and amphibians that inhabit fresh water bodies in our region.
Limnology—the study of biological, chemical, and physical features of lakes and other bodies of fresh water—will also be introduced during the camp.
An “exploration hike” in the nearby woods, guided by an Institute faculty naturalist, allows students to discover many wonders of nature and will include forest ecology, geology, and plant identification.
The camp is open to students who have completed grades 5 through 12 (ages 10 to 17).
The fee is $100 for members of The Institute, and $110 for the general public.
The funds raised from our Baked Potato Bar Fundraiser will benefit our Summer Camp, which reaches around 400 youth annually, by providing food, medical supplies, speakers, and staffing.
Some of the monies will also go to the Free the Gospel program for families in need to have their camp costs covered.
This year’s theme for Summer Camp is the Amazing Race, focusing on Hebrews 12.
Whether you’ve never stepped on a stage before, or have already been bitten by the acting bug and are looking for a challenge, our camps are the perfect place to learn and improve new skills, make new friends, and have a whole lot of fun!
MUSICAL THEATER
Ages 10 – 18
July 20 through August 5 (3 weeks) — 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Campers will become a company of young actors, experiencing all aspects of producing a show.
Instruction will focus on character creation, self-discovery, and becoming a valued part of a working whole.
The intensive will culminate in a fully realized staged musical, performed in one of our scenic outdoor spaces.
Campers will enjoy:
Group scenes and numbers
Choreography and musical staging
Solos and ensemble singing
Skilled and caring Teaching Artists
Technical and creative design
Exciting costumes
Musical storytelling
Production development
Building a team mindset
Scholarships Available
Call the Totem Pole Playhouse Box Office in order to register: (717)-352-2164
July 11 through July 15 (1 week) — 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Creative Dramatics is an improvisational, non-scripted, form of dramatic play that helps children explore their imaginations to their fullest potential.
This work is authentic, brave, and confidence-building, helping campers develop a profound sense of awareness and self-esteem, while bringing out the magic in every child. Come play!
Campers will enjoy:
Theatrical games & exercises
Dramatized storytelling & reflection
Improvisation
Role-playing
Guided imaginative journeys
Fun and safe environment
Scholarships available
Call the Totem Pole Playhouse Box Office in order to register: (717)-352-2164
Whether you’ve never stepped on a stage before, or have already been bitten by the acting bug and are looking for a challenge, our camps are the perfect place to learn and improve new skills, make new friends, and have a whole lot of fun!
ACTING Ages 13 – 18
June 20, 2022 through July 1, 2022 (2 weeks) — 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Campers will access and explore some of the stages’ s most timeless language, characters, and stories. Instruction will focus on bringing text alive, creative play, and dynamic scene work, culminating in a showcase of the students’ work.
Campers will enjoy:
Physical games and activities
Exploring the work of “the greats”
Insightful reading techniques
Skilled and caring Teaching Artists
Meaningful scene work
Stage combat
Acting instruction
A wide range of theatrical techniques
Interacting safely with peers
Scholarships available
Call the Totem Pole Playhouse Box Office in order to register: (717)-352-2164
