Minor Classes for 2013
REGISTRATION FOR ART AND SCIENCE IN THE WOODS IS NOW CLOSED. To get on a waiting list, please Contact Sharon Obery at sharon.obery@gmail.com or call 309-241-2819.
ACTING WITHOUT A NET
Ann Hagemann
Improvise, Adlibb, Making it up as we go along – all of these describe the art of Improvisation! The form of acting that helped create many a TV sit com and made
Second City School of Improv. In Chicago so famous! Students will learn about this art form by participating in creative dramatics and theater games. Ages 8–18
ASW CHALLENGE COURSE
David Kennell
Rope bridges, zip lines, muddy hills and woods galore all challenge you on your journey to the finish line. (Note students in Wild Harvest Major class will do this in their major class time. Students will get VERY muddy! Please bring extra change
of clothes the day you have this class and securely fitting closed toe shoes are a must! Ages 10-18
BEAUTIFUL BEADS OF NATURE
Lorraine Schwass
Learn to use beads made from stone, metal, glass, clay, wood, bone or other organic materials to create jewelry of your own design. We will learn simple techniques to
create necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Ages 11-18
BIRD IN THE HAND
Travis Wilcoxen
In this class, birds will be carefully captured in mist nets and the instructor and students will apply a small metal band around their leg, which allows study of the
future movement and behavior of birds after release. Students will learn about bird conservation, the value of identification of birds, how to tell males and females
apart, and ways to determine the health of wild birds. Students will get an up close experience with living birds. Ages 12-18
BIRD’S BEAK
Travis E. Wilcoxen
Every bird needs to eat and each bird’s beak gives us a clue about what the bird eats. In this class, students will learn how different birds use their beaks to gather and
eat their food. Students will have the opportunity to both learn about different types of birds and use hands-on experiments to find out just how difficult it is to get
certain types of food. Ages 8-11
CLAY PLAY
Ella Brown Dunn
Come and see why clay has been an honored art form for thousands of years! Students will have time for both group projects as well as free expression time. We will use special clay that will allow you to take your masterpieces home the same day you create them! Ages 8-18
COYOTE GAMES
Luke Scalise
Learn and play games such as Native American field hockey, hoop and stick games, lacrosse, double ball and awareness games. Ages 10-18
CREATING A NATURE JOURNAL
Susie Grana Ingram
Naturalists throughout history have used journals to record their discoveries about wildlife, plants, and other natural features. Create a personalized nature journal to
record your favorite memories from Sun Foundation and other adventures in nature. Ages 8-12.
CREEPY CRAWLERS
Douglas Holmes
Get up close and personal with reptiles and amphibians. This is a brief introduction to these misunderstood animals. Ages 8-18
FISHING FOR FUN
Tim Presley
Join us for good time fishing in the fresh air! Ages 8-18
FOSSILS AND ROCKS
Merrill Foster, Ph.D.
Hike the creek bed to see what rock & fossil treasures you will find. Includes lecture, only students with a serious interest in geology should enroll in this class. Ages 10- 18
FROG FRENZY
Heidi Smith
Learn the basics about amphibians and get to know some local species up close and personal. Students will observe and identify local species and their calls. Ages 8-11
FUN WITH ACTING
Lindsey Ridenour
Students will learn about the basics of theatre and acting techniques through games and collaborative group activities. They will then interpret a script and perform
for other class participants. The instructor will also demonstrate makeup techniques. Ages 8-18
GETTIN’ TWIGGY WITH IT
Kristi Shoemaker
Kids who love trees will love this tree-riffic lass! We will learn how to identify trees by their twigs and explore tree anatomy and morphology. After discovering the
importance of twigs, we will make “Twig Trivets” to take home! Ages 8-18
GLOBAL STREET ART
Michael Kershnar
Students will explore the history of street art as a global phenomenon. By looking at the styles and mediums used in the U.S., Brazil, and Europe students will learn how
this art movement dwells in both streets and museums. Participants will also experience team work, cooperation, balance and expression. Activities will include creating a creating a character/name that represents you in your fullness ad create it on stickers, walls, and other found objects with markers and bucket paint. Students should feel passionate about the subject matter and be willing to take creative and personal risks. Ages 12 -18
KIT ROCKETS
Dennis Sparr
Rocketeers will build and launch a level 1 rocket (ALPHA type) to take home if recovered. Rocketeers will gain experience that will be beneficial to those who wish to continue into Blastoff the following years. (Please note $10.00 fee is required for rocket kit at the time of registration) Ages 8-18
MARSH GYMNASTICS
Steve Hambling
Go where few have gone before. Come join us as we explore and play in one of nature’s most beautiful and muddy habitats – the marsh! Students will need an extra set of clothes and shoes the day they have this class! Ages 8-18
ORIGAMI
Kathy Knapp
Do you want to learn to fold paper? This class is for you! You will learn how to read an origami diagram and become successful at the basics of folding. Ages 8-18
OUTDOOR SURVIVAL
Dean Johnston
You won’t learn how to eat pine needles in this class! But you will learn what you really need to know about surviving in the outdoors. Then test yourself by taking
part in a mini survival challenge to see if you and your friends can “survive” in the wilds of the Sun Foundation. Ages 8-18
PAINT AND DRAW WITH DOUG DEPAUW
Doug DePauw
By using objects found only at ASIW the instructor will put an unusual still life together. Students will learn to really “see” the objects as they appear. Priority will be focusing on subject (still life). Great lesson on concentrating! Ages 8-18
PLANET OF THE INSECTS
Joseph Parker
In the forest a different world exists at your feet. Come and learn about the millions of kinds of insects, and the fascinating lives they lead. See the different sizes, shapes
and colors of beetles, butterflies and bugs, and explore nearby habitats to find amazing insects of your own. Ages 8-18.
SCULPT AND DRAW NATURE
Sharon Bladholm
Work from preserved specimens including fish, turtles, crayfish, frogs, shells, coral, fossils, and bones such as animal skulls. We will explore these forms on paper using
a variety of drawing materials and watercolor studying the beautiful colors, textures and details they contain. Students will also have a chance to create some of these
forms in self-hardening clay. Ages 8-12
SO, HAVE YOU EVER SEEN A ZINE?
Dean Poignant
Zines are magazine style publications limited only by the writer’s imagination. A zine can be any shape or size; bound in many differnet ways, and they can be filled with words, pictures, cartoons, objects from nature, photos, or whatever inspires you. Students may be able to collect natural materials from the forest to add colors.
Zine authors will publish their books with a photocopy machine, and then share them with friends and family. Ages 10-18.
SOAPSTONE NECKLACE
Steve Hambling,
Come and learn the exciting art of making jewelry out of stone. Students will be carving their own soapstone necklaces. Ages 10-18
SPLAT!
Adam Maas
Create splatter paintings like a master. This class requires no knowledge of painting or drawing. Only a desire to make something awesome! Ages 8-18
STORYTELLING TIME
Oba William King
Express yourself using your imagination to make new stories, rhymes, songs, chants, and group dance. Ages 8-18
VIDEO CREW FOR A DAY
Jim Morrissette
This is a rare opportunity for a few students to intern with a professional videographer for an afternoon. Applicants for this class should have a passionate interest in videography. Jim will work with 2 different students each afternoon to prepare a video to be shown at the Friday evening ASIW celebration. Both boys and girls are encouraged to apply! Ages 11-18
