Partnering for educational opportunities
YMCA Camp Widjiwagan invites students, teachers, and parents to explore, connect and grow in the unique and energizing outdoor enviornment of camp.
Tennessee’s rich natural environments and biodiversity represent valuable assets for teaching students environmental literacy and improving academic performance while strengthening their appreciation of nature.
It is our goal to partner with teachers and parents to complement classroom studies with hands-on, interdisciplinary outdoor environmental education (OEE) lessons that meet certain state standards.
Our OEE programs are best suited for grades Pre-K through 12th grade, and we tailor our programming to your class's specific needs.
MINING CAMP INTRO RATE PACKAGE
Cost: $10/student
Includes three Widji Staff-led activities and a choice of a teacher-led activity. Add-on activities available for an additional fee.
For details, see page two of our pricing sheet
Pricing
Our pricing structure is based on a 1:12 ratio for chaperones and students. We allow one free chaperone (includes activities, food and stay) for every 12 students.
Activity Options
Environmental Trails
Led by Widji staff or teachers and volunteers
- Soil Investigation
- Mystery Tree Challenge
- Tracks and Scats
- Survival Simulation
- Rotten Log Investigation
- Cedar Glades Search
- Water Wonders
- Orienteering
- Creatures Features (Ex: Deer, Skunk, Turtle, Snake)
Widji Rec Activities
Must be led by Widji staff
- Canoes and Kayaks
- Climbing
- Giant Swing
- Zip Line
- Archery
- Challenge Course
- Farm Visit
- Green House
Widji Evening Activities
Must be led by Widji staff
- Wolfpack
- Greatest Game Ever Invented
- Campfire
Open Play Games
Led by teachers and volunteers at no additional cost
- Fishing and Fish ID
- Mineshaft Slides
- Sports and Games