Summer 2022 at Camp Earth Connection

Summer 2022 Camp Earth Connection

View this email in your browser

GREETINGS CAMPERS AND FRIENDS.

I look forward to seeing those of you who make a return visit to the camp and to meeting new folks who visit this coming season. I just took a ride up to visit with my daughter in Johnstown, NY and check on the progress of the "Forest Moon" cabin. I was thrilled to see it is almost complete. This Amish built cabin has been put together with great integrity and care and I already can sense the pleasure it will bring the many folks who decide to make this their home away from home as they seek a peaceful experience in nature at Camp Earth Connection.

The interior of the "Forest Moon" is also nearly complete. Forest Moon will be located on top of Hammond Hill a short distance from the campground. Looking at this photo of the kitchen - if you can imagine...the opposite wall will features 4 large double windows as well as a double glass door facing the South and letting in the morning sunshine and the evening Forest Moon. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Spring season.

With Peace and Gratitude,
Esha

EARTH JUSTIC MURAL
@Camp Earth Connection
We are just $362 dollars away from our goal of $2,000 for our Earth Justice Mural
Click here

We are excited for this mural to reflect the values of Camp Earth Connection - empowerment through diversity and connecting with the land. Since its beginning, Camp Earth Connection (CEC) has been a strong advocate for inclusive nature and social justice programming. Help us bring local artist and activist, Khalil Bey back to Camp Earth Connection to complete this mural. Even small donations are helpful.

WIth Peace and Gratitude,
Esha

GIAC (Greater Ithaca Activity Center)
visits Camp Earth Connection
this summer
for the "Nature Detectives" Program

This summer PJ Rausch Moran returns to Camp Earth Connection with his 7 and 8 year old campers on Thursdays for 5 weeks for the "Nature Detectives Summer Program." Camp Earth Connection makes this program available at no cost for PJ's camper group. PJ has been working with children at GIAC and Camp Earth Connection for the last 10 years, and is loved by children and staff alike.

Camp Earth Connection is happy to introduce Robin Marks as the new Camp Caretaker. Robin grew up in the Ithaca area and spent much of his youth adventuring in the surrounding countryside and woodlands, a love for which he carries to this day. His current projects and pastimes include working in gardens of his own and others, and taking long walks with Cumin the dog. Robin and Cumin are excited to be out in the woods at camp Earth Connection this summer.

Camp Earth Connection is pleased to have Connor Millard join our team as the Assistant Camp Caretaker this season. Connor has experience as an educator with Primitive Pursuits and has been a Wilderness Field Guide in Utah and Georgia. Connor feels more alive when he is outside in nature. Connor values community and communication and is very excited to share the beauty of Hammond Hill with our guests this summer.

CAMPGROUND OPENS
THURSDAY MAY 5TH
(Reservations now being accepted.)

CEC Job Openings:

Job Link Positions: Tompkins County residents, Ages 16 - 24. $15.32/hour Text or leave message for Amy Callahan at (607) 280- 3181
Summer Youth Employment Positions - Youth up to age 20 living in Tompkins County. Contact Emily Torres at (607)280-5980 (call or text)

UPCOMING EVENTS 2022
CAMPGROUND OPENS - Thursday, May 5th
SPRING RETREAT WEEKEND, June 3rd-June 5th - FREE to all registered campers at campground
SUMMER SOLSTICE CAMPFIRE GATHERING, June 21, 8pm for all registered campers at campground
EARTHKEEPER MOVIE NIGHTS - Begins Thursday, June 30th and runs weekly until September 1st.

COTTONTAIL RABBITS
by Linda Spielman

Familiar animals can be just as interesting as less common ones, and the cottontail rabbit ranks as one of our most familiar–and interesting–creatures. Read more... on Linda's Blog and Website.

Camping Season

Nothing like fresh forest air after being cooped up all winter. Hope you get out and enjoy the elements of nature. Check out our Rustic Cabins.

Spring Retreat

June 3-5, 2022
Free to all registered campers. Enjoy outdoor living skill workshops and learn more about the plants and animals of the Hammond Hill forest as we walk in the woods. More information on the website soon.
There is a variety of Camping Options to meet your needs. Cabins w/electric, Rustic cabins, and Tent-sites are available.

The Director's Blog

Wildlife trailcams reveal lots of activity at the wildlife pond at Camp Earth Connection in March. Check out the Director's monthly blog.

Camp Earth Connection may be available for private or group rentals. Please contact CEC for more information at campearthconnection@gmail.com or www.campearthconnection.com
or call (607)844-3178

Copyright © 2015 Earth Connection, LLC| All rights reserved.
Issue 34, Camp Earth Connection Newsletter

unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences

This email was sent to <<Email Address>>
why did I get this? unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences
Earth Connection, LLC · 63 Hammond Hill Rd. · Freeville, NY 13068 · USA