This summer, let your child’s imagination soar as they discover the wonders of art and science with Arm-of-the-Sea Theater! The Tidewater Arts & Ecology Camp invites young explorers to dive into the rich stories of local history and uncover the diverse ecosystems of the Esopus Creek at the Tidewater Center in Saugerties, NY. Think puppet theater and music-making alongside fishing and creek excursions! Each session culminates in a sharing presentation with parents on the last day of each camp.
Three different week-long summer sessions are available for ages 8-13 and 16 spaces are available per each session. Sessions are held in mid-June and late August.
GROUP ACTIVITY STATIONS: Stream Table, Groundwater Model, Aquariums, Fishing, Exploring the Tidal Sand Bar, Music Making & Singing, Rehearsals for Group Puppet Show
INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY STATIONS: Water Play Area, Painting & Drawing Stations, Puzzles & Games Table, Puppet Stage
CAMP SESSIONS
SESSION 1: Creek Creatures
Learn about the secret life of the Esopus Creek through microscopes, seine nets & puppetry.
June 16-20 ~ 9am - 4pm
SESSION 2: Site Stories
Discover history beneath our feet through paper-making, water-power, bluestone & bricks.
June 23-27 ~. 9am - 4pm
SESSION 3: One Blue Sky
Explore what all people share in common through the Art of Games, the dance of DNA & Earth’s One Biosphere
August 25-29 ~. 9am - 4pm
Camp Instructors
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Patrick Wadden
Puppet surgeon, bus driver, mariner, roustabout, scribe, and 42 years as creator/director (with Marlena Marallo) of Arm-of-the-Sea Theater.
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Maclain Maier
Mac is Arm-of-the-Sea's Music Director. He is also a writer/director of immersive theater experiences for Siren Theater, and creator of Funny Kid Comedy Class in Kingston - teaching kiddos all things improv and sketch comedy.
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Adam Pulmilio
Adam is a NYS-licensed fishing, camping, and hiking guide with Catskill Outfitters in Phoenicia. Fly fishing and ice fishing are his specialties. His certifications include CPR, first aid, and water safety.
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MJ Smythe
MJ is an aspiring visual artist and talented performer. She's worked with Arm-of-the-Sea in various capacities since 2018. She also served for three seasons as camp counselor with The Art Effect.
REVIEWS
“Everything I heard from my son was really positive. He loved the camp and was so excited for the performance. A few weeks prior he said he would never be on stage, but he loved this experience. ”
“Having different stations was so great, one group of kids went to do music, one did the art, the stream table was great. Very nice students and teachers, and amazing creative collaboration.”
FEES
EARLY REGISTRATION BEFORE APRIL 15th: $345 if paid by mailed check, $355 if paid online
REGISTRATION AFTER APRIL 15th: $375 if paid by mailed check, $385 if paid online
REGISTRATION CLOSES JUNE 15th
A $75 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration to hold your place. Payment plans available.
Mailing Address:
PO Box 175 Malden-on-Hudson, NY
Please make checks out to Arm-of-the-Sea Productions, INC
If you mail us a check, please send us an email at ART@ARMOFTHESEA.ORG with the following info:
your name
contact number
address
child’s name/age/pronouns
any special needs your child may have
which session you’d like to attend
Cancellation Policy-
If we cancel any camp for reasons beyond our control (ex: pandemics, etc) , we will refund all your money except for the non-refundable deposit of $75 plus credit card fees. No refunds June 15th and onward, no credit or refund is available if you cancel on the arrival day; if you do not show up; or if you leave an event early for any reason. No refund will be available if you attend a program and are dissatisfied with its presentation or content.
QUESTIONS?
Email ART@ArmoftheSea.org
The Tidewater Arts & Ecology Camp is funded in part by a grant from the New York State Environmental Protection Fund through the Hudson River Estuary Program of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.