Chrysalis skills classes are designed to facilitate group and individual character development while challenging students to develop specific outdoor skills.

Archery
Archery is a skill that is both modern and ancient. Students in this class will have the opportunity to learn some basics of the sport, from stringing a bow to target shooting, from a qualified instructor.

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Canoeing
The quiet waters of Turtle Creek are a wonderful place to learn the basics of canoeing. In this class students will have the opportunity to learn the basic canoe safety procedures and strokes as they practice under the supervision of a trained lifeguard and instructor.

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Chrysalis Bluff Hike
The Chrysalis bluff is a place to explore. Students are surrounded by wilderness as they move from the creekside to an overlook at the top. With a group perspective facilitated by Chrysalis staff, the hike becomes a community building adventure.

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Crafts
Take home a craft. Chrysalis has a variety of craft options available for campers for a small additional fee. For overnight campers, kiln fired crafts are available.

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Creative Writing
Being surrounded by nature often brings out the creative side of students. In this class students will be shown simple forms of structured poetry and expository writing and be encouraged to express their views of their experience at camp creatively.

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Maps
Find the treasure! Students will learn the basic parts of maps and then use one to find the clues to the hidden treasure.

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Maps and Compasses
Find yourself at Chrysalis! In this class, students are given the opportunity to learn how to use a compass and topographic map, and then follow an orienteering course through camp.

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Outdoor Cooking
Cooking over the campfire is a lost art! In this class, students will learn basic fire building and then cook and eat several different items. Fire and food preparation safety will be emphasized.

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Survival Skills
What do you really need to survive? Students will play a game that will help them to determine what they should bring with them when exploring the outdoors, how to prioritize their needs if they are lost, and the basics of finding food, water, shelter and help.

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Group Building Games
Communication, cooperation and commitment are emphasized in this class in which students participate in a series of games that require them to work together to succeed. After each activity, staff will facilitate a short discussion to help students to realize how they are working together, and help them to translate their experience to their life at home and school.

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Low Ropes
This is the next level of group building activities as campers work together to overcome challenges on a series of low obstacle elements. Groups who will continue on to high ropes may choose to complete their low ropes class at Ebert Ranch. Transportation will be provided to Ebert Ranch.

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High Ropes at Ebert Ranch Camp
Step into a harness and climb. This class lets students set their own goals and, with the support of the group, reach for them. Students will have the opportunity to climb 27 feet off the ground, hooked into a belay and harness system, as they take on the challenge of different high rope elements. The Low Ropes class is a pre-requisite for High Ropes. Transportation to Ebert Ranch Camp will be provided. Longer class times are available for High Ropes. (more information)

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