The Great Family of Earth

The Great Family of Earth

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Families! Your children are invited to participate in 3 mornings of outdoor activities that build connection with their own creative and contemplative nature, the beauty of creation, and with other children.

These activities include a time to listen deeply to the earth by distinguishing birds’ songs,  hearing the wind whisper through the trees; observing flowers and plants grow; touching the texture of leaves, and greeting the insects and animals of our natural neighbourhood.

Each session is structured as its own unique experience with a different aspect of nature. Children who attend all sessions will gently discover a newfound relationship with nature at its best and journey along with friends who share in their own enjoyment of the outdoors.

Together we will celebrate the joy that St. Francis of Assisi expressed in his, ‘Canticle of the Sun’ deepening our deep relationship with other members of the Great Family of Earth.

Event Details

Ages: 6-8

Dates: July 14th, July 28th and August 11th

Drop Off: 8:15-8:30

Pickup: 11:15-11:30

Cost: $20 per session or $50 per series

Children are requested to bring their own snack.

I understand and certify that the participant’s engagement in the Ignatius Jesuit Centre (IJC) Great Family of Earth program is voluntary. I understand that certain hazards and dangers are inherent in outdoor programs, and I acknowledge that although IJC has taken measures to minimize the risk of injury to program participants, they cannot guarantee that the activities will be free of accidents or injuries. I understand that caregivers will be contacted in the event the participant receives professional medical attention.

Parents or guardians shall provide written instructions regarding medications required during programming. Emergency medications and supplies such as EpiPens or inhalers must be provided in a clear plastic bag and labeled with the participant’s name.

Please check off any that apply to the participant.

Please include any other health information we should know about the participant.

I give permission for my child to be photographed and that photographs will be used in promotional materials for the Ignatius Jesuit Centre.

I confirm that the participant has adequate self-care skills to permit independent engagement in the program.

IJC’s children’s programs use land-based and experiential learning approaches. Participants are encouraged to engage actively with the natural environment through exploration, observation, gardening, and other age-appropriate activities. Risks are managed but not eliminated, as learning to interact safely with the natural world is an important part of the educational experience. Participants and families should expect exposure to uneven terrain, mud, roots, rocks, variable weather conditions, insects, poison ivy, natural water features, and/or agricultural/natural environments.

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