Young Writers in Nature Session 1 @ UC San Diego | YWC 2024

Research shows that the developing brain needs active exploration to learn the world of senses, which encodes the love of learning, a natural curiosity, and excitement for discovery. Young Writers in Nature provides an opportunity for students to satisfy their innate curiosity by learning how the world works through the exploration of our natural world.

Writing activities and experiences will include:

• nature journaling and sketching
• outdoor exploration and hiking
• revision through collaboration
• poetry and expository writing
• native plants and ecosystems
• use of field guides (plants/animals)
• nature vocabulary development

For students entering grades 3-6. Cost is $300 (includes all materials). $50 non-refundable processing fee included. Eventbrite service fees included. The last day to request a refund is June 10, 2024.

FAQs

What is a class/group? Camp will consist of up to 30 students and facilitated by three SDAWP writing teachers.

What materials will I need? Fees includes all materials.

What is the refund policy? No refunds after July 10, 2024. Includes $50 non-refundable processing fee.

Registration Deadline Registration deadline is July 17, 2024. Minimum enrollment must be met to offer this program.

What COVID-19 safety protocols will campers have to follow? This year we will accept students regardless of their vaccination status. To ensure the safety of all members in our campus community we will require a daily symptom screening prior to coming to campus. A signed Attestation of COVID 19 vaccination will also be required (fully vaccinated/not fully vaccinated). More details will be sent out two weeks prior to your camp start date.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Contact [email protected] • 858-534-2576 • http://sdawp.ucsd.edu/

Host or Publisher San Diego Area Writing Project