6th – 8th Graders

“One thorn of experience is worth a whole wilderness of warning.” James Russell Lowell

Our Junior Crew program is back, and a bit different for 2022.

The road into adolescence will invariably be filled with some of the ‘thorns’ of growing up; however, after almost 2 years of hybrid learning, isolation, worries and fear, we want to help ease the monotony and shake things up for our kids. We want to equip your child with tools and knowledge to self-regulate and be able to make informed, logical decisions by giving them play-based and experiential opportunities to take appropriate risks; learn about leadership, life, and outdoor skills; and put those skills into practice in a real world setting (see a list of possible topics below). We also just want to get our Junior Crew OUTSIDE and having FUN!

Details at a glance

• Age: 6th – 8th Graders

• Days: 4 Tuesdays (also being offered on Mondays)

• Location: Whitehaven Park

• 4:30 - 5:45: In the woods adventuring, exploring and getting grounded!

• Junior Crew Winter ‘22 Alums: we will be offering advanced activities and enrichment for you kiddos so you continue to grow and learn in the elements.

 Highlights

• EXERCISE:

  • Hikes & exploring

  • Fun action-packed activities

• BUILD SKILLS

  • Each session will have a different focus:

    • Problem solving, 

    • Conflict resolution, 

    • First aid, 

    • No utensil cooking, 

    • Conservation, 

    • Survival, 

    • Pitching a tent, etc. 

    • Students will also get an opportunity to have a “solo” for over an hour in the woods to reflect and get the silence they are so often deprived of in a fast-paced, connected world. 

• A STORY TO TELL

  • All 4 weeks will follow a storyline to keep students engaged in the adventure!

    
    More details to be provided upon enrollment. Have additional questions in the meantime? Check out our FAQ and testimonials. And feel free to send us a question!

$230

In an effort to increase accessibility to DC's treasured parks and expand the Elements program across income levels, we are offering a limited number of full scholarships to program participants. If you know or are the parent of a child who is eager to participate in an Elements Season and qualifies for financial assistance*, please email Margaret at mrietano@theelementsdc.com.

• *: Qualifies for PS Free & Reduced Meal (FARM) or Independent School Financial Assistance

• **Elements participants, who receive registration support,  will be confidential.