Walker’s Woodshop
Ages: entering grades 4 through 7 in September 2017
Hours: 9:00 am-4:00 pm
If your child looks at a two-by-four and can see a dresser drawer, then it’s time to roll up his or her sleeves and join in. Our introduction to woodworking teaches your child the fundamentals of good design and encourages personal expression. Situated in our fully equipped woodshop within the Visual and Performing Arts Center, each camper will choose, plan and build a unique piece of small furniture. Guided by two experienced instructors, your child will develop skills in design, measurement, construction and finishing techniques. Beginning woodworkers will learn how to safely handle a variety of tools, receive one-on-one attention and, at the end of the week, walk away with a finely-crafted piece of furniture and the confidence that comes from knowing it was created with his or her own two hands.
Sample Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9:00 am | Drop-off |
| 9:00-10:00 am | Instruction in woodworking skills, furniture design and drawing |
| 10:00-10:15 am | Morning snack |
| 10:15-11:30 am | Guided work constructing individual furniture pieces |
| 11:30-12:00 pm | Lunch on our outdoor terrace |
| 12:00-12:30 pm | Relaxed time to hang out, listen to music and talk to counselors |
| 12:30-2:50 pm | Independent project work cutting, assembling and finishing |
| 2:50-3:30 pm | Free swim in our 3 outdoor heated pools |
| 3:45-4:00 pm | Pick-up |
2017 Session Dates & Tuition
| Session | Dates | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Week 5 | July 24 – July 28 | $770 |
| Week 6 | July 31 – August 4 | $770 |
Includes daily lunch and snack
Discounts
Sibling and 8-Week Discounts available
Extended Day
Want more camp? You’ve got it. Our Extended Day programs are available to all Beaver Off-Broadway Campers for an additional fee. Enroll by the week or the day; whatever works best for you. For more info, click here.
7:30-8:30 am – Drop off your camper up to an hour earlier than the regular drop-off at 8:30 am.
4:00-6:00 pm – Extend your camper’s day as late as possible to give them full access to more activities.
Bus Transportation
Why not let someone else be the chauffeur? We’ll safely shuttle your camper to and from Beaver by bus. For more info, click here.