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Theme Weeks are special weeks of family camp which feature the talents of guest artists, performers and teachers in addition to the usual staff and activities. Hear a storyteller share the tales of the moon; learn a folk dance that originated in Oakland (yes, there is one). Whether you are 6 or 86, you do not have to be a child to enjoy a good story or an adult to learn a new dance.
Space & Sky Week: (June 21 to June 28) ): Gerald McKeegan, volunteer with Oakland’s Chabot Science Center, will lead groups in star gazing through his mighty telescope each evening. Feather River Camp offers an awesome night sky for stargazing … so if you ever wanted to learn the constellations, or simply deepen your appreciation of a star studded sky, this may be the week for you!
California Heritage Week: (June 28 to July 5) Celebrate our country’s independence and our  own history right here in California. Did you know that Feather River Camp was once considered Maidu Sacred Ground? Listen to stories of the Maidu people, sing with the Drum, and discover ways of the Maidu Culture. Stroll down-river to Vickie’s mining claim and pan for gold in Spanish Creek. Learn the history of the trains that pass through camp. Lloyd’s BBQ tops off the week and we’ll celebrate with a parade and lawn games. Imagine joining the three-legged race or balloon toss with your son, daughter, friend, husband or wife!
Green Week: Nature's Beauty & Bounty (July 5 to July 12) This will be the week of the visiting environmentalists. Lois Myers, environmental educator and dancer extraordinaire, of Austin, Texas, will teach bird-watching, lead us in creating living sculpture, and show us how to dance ourselves green with the beauty around us! Rob Wade, Plumas County outdoor educator, will reveal how the waters of Feather River journey to the Bay Area and arrive right into our homes! Learn to listen to Earth’s Wisdom with Camp Director Lily Kaplan, and deepen your appreciation of nature.
Family Garage Band & Percussion Week: (July 12 to July 19) What a great week! All musicians and music lovers are welcome. Whether you just want to have fun, learn a new song or have a chance to play or learn basic and intermediate guitar, you will find the opportunity here. So bring your instruments! For those new to guitar, a limited number of guitars will be available at camp. Beginners will feel at home learning, and intermediate or advanced players will have many opportunities to contribute.
Folk Dancing Week: (July 19 to July 26) Every village has its own style of dancing. We, up at Oakland Camp, have our own Feather River Village dances as well as others from around the world. We enjoy a comfortable blend of international folk dances, country-western line dances, and even the Macarena and Cha-Cha Slide! In the morning you can learn a few of the more intricate dances. In the evenings, dance under the stars for a special community experience of the Feather River Village.
Storytelling: (July 26 to August 3) Dianne Ferlatte, professional storyteller and long-time Feather River Camper is returning! Dianne will weave her stories to charm, entertain, and enthrall us. Maybe she will even tell a scary story at the campfire?
Camp Closes August 3
See you next year!!!!!!! |
