Saturday, January 21, 2012

Looking for Interns, Jr. Interns, and Volunteers

OLGSI is seeking volunteers prior to and during the program.

OLGSI is also looking for middle, high-school and college aged students (or interested individuals of any age) interns for the program: 1-4 week intern options available.

Email olgsi.info@gmail.com to request application or for more information.

Thursday, January 19, 2012

OLGSI 2012

Week One: June 25-29, 2012
Where we roam: Art and Food focused adventures in South Tabor Parks, and Gardens
Highlights include: walking field trip to neighborhood gardens/urban farms, Stories of PLACE exploration, Friday Hike up Mt. Tabor Day, all in addition to various art and garden projects throughout the week

No camp July 2-6, 2012

Week Two: July 9-13, 2012
Experiencing the Science of Nature: From Earth To Sky
Highlights include: naturalist journal construction and recording, examining the creatures of the soil, exploring rocks, minerals, stars and clouds, and creating multi-media art

Week Three: July 16-20, 2012
The Jr. Environmentalist: Exploring Plants and Animals
Highlights include: researching and learning about endangered species, creation of recycled art, special guests, and water play and conservation

Week Four: Natural Theatre Arts: July 23-27, 2012
A Playful Look at Humans and Our Environment
Highlights include: creating and performing an environmentally conscious play, students participate in costume creation, stage design and set up, and of course are the stars of the performance on Friday

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

2011

The 2011 program was another wonderful success. Students and community members learned and played with us, there were nearly 10 local schools represented and several siblings. We expanded upon our connection with Portland Public School's ACE (Academic Cultural Enrichment) program and had various parts of our week with their students. Our commitment to community action continued though a second year removing English Ivy at Mt. Tabor Park (thank you to Friends of Mt. Tabor Park Volunteers)and care-taking the various gardens of Atkinson Elementary.

Thanks to all our fabulous volunteers for making this program possible for another summer!

More pictures, stories, and updates to come...