LEAD Agency to host an educational summer camp program

OTTAWA COUNTY, Okla. (KOAM) -- School is almost out and a local organization is preparing to open a summer camp.

LEAD, Local Environmental Action Demanded, is hosting the summer camp.

According to LEAD, the camp will infuse environmental science with art, history, and outdoor exploration to create an immersive adventure for area students. The agency says this year will feature award-winning Cherokee Nation and Kiowa Tribe filmmaker, Loren Waters.

"LEAD Summer Camp is a super fun and meaningful experience," said M. Bailey Stephenson, education and engagement coordinator at LEAD Agency. "This year is especially exciting because award-winning filmmaker Loren Waters will be leading workshops on filmmaking. Campers get to learn about environmental science and history in a creative and exploratory environment."

LEAD Agency says the camp will include tours of the Tar Creek Superfund Site, arts, crafts, music, gardening, and more.

"As an environmental advocacy organization, the best way to grow that movement is to spend time with our young citizens and teach them the facts and give them the keys to their own future," said Rebecca Jim, executive director of LEAD Agency.

Camp Information

• Kindergarten through 5th grade is set to meet from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Monday, May 20 through Thursday, May 23.
• 6th grade through 12th grade is set to meet from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, May 20 through Thursday, May 23.
• On Friday, May 24, all ages will attend from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• The whole community is invited to a dinner and film screening at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 24 at the LEAD Agency office.
• Snacks and packed lunches will be provided by LEAD Agency on Monday through Thursday. Lunch and dinner will be provided on Friday.
• The deadline to register for the 2024 LEAD Summer Camp is Sunday, May 19.

Donation Options

Item donations for the camp are greatly appreciated and can include: art supplies, kayaks, life vests, camera equipment, gardening tools, and more.

Online donations can be made here .

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