Day 1
India is famous for its rich and colorful cuisine, so today campers traveled east to taste some delicious kheer (rice pudding), naan, savory red lentil dal, and a tangy cucumber salad
One of the goals of Culinary Camp is to improve campers' appreciation for a healthy lifestyle, so this afternoon, campers brainstormed various ways to stay in shape mentally and physically and what they might eat in a well-balanced diet.
Since exercise is a vital piece of a healthy lifestyle, campers went outside after lunch and played a fun game of capture the flag
Day 2
The campers began their day at camp with a field trip to Braeutigam Orachards and Farm Market in Belleville, IL. They picked a lot of peaches, visited baby goats, and played on a lifelike farm playground.
For physical activity, the campers played a variety of different games including Red Light/Green Light, Red Rover, hide-and-seek tag, and a fun hand game
After a busy day outside, the campers got to work in the kitchen. One group make exotic banana packages and a power smoothie, while the other group made sweet potato fries with a tasty peanut sauce and tofu stir fry.
Day 3
The morning began with disabilities awareness in the garden, where the kids got to test out various assistive devices, wheelchairs, and braces and learned how individuals with physical disabilities managed ordinary tasks.
We also got to hold our friendly hens!
Back in the kitchen, we enjoyed a delicious array of Japanese cuisine, including cheesecake, Soba noodle salad, and crispy teriyaki chicken wings
Day 4
Today we used our culinary skills to help others in need through campus kitchen. We made some lemon teriyaki salmon with steamed veggies and a delicious peach crisp. Afterwards, we enjoyed a relaxing afternoon at the pool
Day 5
The last day of camp is always so bittersweet... everyone has had such a great time and is sad to leave, but they are also excited about the grand finale - the parent party!
We started the morning outside in the garden, where we helped water the plants with their favorite (smelly!) concoction: manure tea. Then, planted a few more plants of our own.
Then we headed back to the kitchen to prepare for the afternoon's feast!
A picture of our lovely counselors (minus a few):
Since exercise is a vital piece of a healthy lifestyle, campers went outside after lunch and played a fun game of capture the flag
Day 2
The campers began their day at camp with a field trip to Braeutigam Orachards and Farm Market in Belleville, IL. They picked a lot of peaches, visited baby goats, and played on a lifelike farm playground.
For physical activity, the campers played a variety of different games including Red Light/Green Light, Red Rover, hide-and-seek tag, and a fun hand game
After a busy day outside, the campers got to work in the kitchen. One group make exotic banana packages and a power smoothie, while the other group made sweet potato fries with a tasty peanut sauce and tofu stir fry.
Day 3
The morning began with disabilities awareness in the garden, where the kids got to test out various assistive devices, wheelchairs, and braces and learned how individuals with physical disabilities managed ordinary tasks.
We also got to hold our friendly hens!
Back in the kitchen, we enjoyed a delicious array of Japanese cuisine, including cheesecake, Soba noodle salad, and crispy teriyaki chicken wings
Day 4
Today we used our culinary skills to help others in need through campus kitchen. We made some lemon teriyaki salmon with steamed veggies and a delicious peach crisp. Afterwards, we enjoyed a relaxing afternoon at the pool
Day 5 The last day of camp is always so bittersweet... everyone has had such a great time and is sad to leave, but they are also excited about the grand finale - the parent party!
We started the morning outside in the garden, where we helped water the plants with their favorite (smelly!) concoction: manure tea. Then, planted a few more plants of our own.
Then we headed back to the kitchen to prepare for the afternoon's feast!
A picture of our lovely counselors (minus a few):
