June 6 & 20
Grades K-5
June 20: 1-3pm
Suggested donation: $40 (covers both weeks)
Facilitated by John Nafziger & Steve Thomas
Grades K-5
June 20: 1-3pm
Suggested donation: $40 (covers both weeks)
Facilitated by John Nafziger & Steve Thomas
A two-week experience for children in grades K-5.
On June 6, children will learn about native birds and animals and spend time looking for some animals in the woods. They will then create several creatures out of clay.
On June 20, children will glaze their animal sculptures from session one and look for animal habitats in the woods as they walk the trails.
Alternate arrangements can be made for any children unable to attend in the afternoon on June 20.
After July 1, children may pick up their finished sculptures. One sculpture will stay at Pathways to be hidden along the trails and one may be taken home.
On June 6, children will learn about native birds and animals and spend time looking for some animals in the woods. They will then create several creatures out of clay.
On June 20, children will glaze their animal sculptures from session one and look for animal habitats in the woods as they walk the trails.
Alternate arrangements can be made for any children unable to attend in the afternoon on June 20.
After July 1, children may pick up their finished sculptures. One sculpture will stay at Pathways to be hidden along the trails and one may be taken home.
Following this two-part event, children will have:
- learned about the process of creating artwork with clay,
- learned about native animals and their habitats,
- helped Pathways add an element of fun to the property by contributing a creature for the Hidden Creature Trail. Animals created during this class will be featured in the Hidden Creature Trail when it returns in September - October.
What: A two-session nature and art experience
When: Saturdays, June 6 and 20
All participants will gather at 1pm on June 20 for glazing
Where: Pathways Retreat
Who: For children in grades K-5
Cost: Suggested donation of $40 per child (covers both weeks and all materials)
All proceeds from this event benefit Pathways Retreat.
Facilitated by: John Nafziger & Steve Thomas
Parents are welcome to drop their children off or stay and observe
If you have questions or concerns, please contact Janell.
When: Saturdays, June 6 and 20
All participants will gather at 1pm on June 20 for glazing
Where: Pathways Retreat
Who: For children in grades K-5
Cost: Suggested donation of $40 per child (covers both weeks and all materials)
All proceeds from this event benefit Pathways Retreat.
Facilitated by: John Nafziger & Steve Thomas
Parents are welcome to drop their children off or stay and observe
If you have questions or concerns, please contact Janell.
If financial constraints would be a barrier to your child attending this event, please donate whatever amount you can. $5 per child covers the cost of supplies.
John Nafziger taught art at Whiteman Junior High and Goshen Middle School for forty years. He also taught a sculpture class for elementary students during summer break for 20 years. In retirement, John continues to engage children in art at Walnut Hill Mennonite Church..
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Steve Thomas, director of Mennonite Men, is a certified arborist, nature lover, and Land Steward for Pathways Retreat. He likes relating to kids and adults in wild spaces to nurture a love for God's Creation.
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Complete the form below to register for God's Wonderful Creatures. To pay online, select the "Pay Online" button below. If paying with cash or check, please bring your payment to the first session on June 6. The suggested donation is $40, which includes the cost of materials.