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Cultural
History Summer Campers were taught about blacksmithing by DCP
volunteer, Ron Gross.
Each camper was able to make and take home a
triangular dinner bell.
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Cultural Camp Held
Darke County Parks…
During the week of July 11-15, campers at Darke County Parks went back
in time to the 18th century. Campers began the week quickly
learning that being a pioneer kid is hard work! They made their
own marbles to play with and then they made candles so they could see
at night.
The second day, the pioneer kids were introduced to natural dyes and
together they made a rag rug on the loom. Just like every other
day, the campers helped prepare their snack over the hearth.
The whole group then headed to the Anthony Wayne Peace Council house to
learn about Native Americans. They played many different Native
American games that were not only fun, but helped them develop new hand
and eye coordination skills.
The following day, Volunteer Ron Gross taught the campers about
blacksmithing and each child made their own triangular dinner bell to
take home. They also made their own jump ropes as well. The
final day of camp was a feast day. Campers enjoyed a delicious
feast which they prepared over the hearth.
In the end, the campers had a lot of fun and learned to appreciate
modern technology. For more information on other programs offered
at the Darke County Park District, please visit our website at www.darkecountyparks.org
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Campers
completed the first Rug for the Log House!
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