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Miller, Jen – Camping Magazine, 2003
A month-long summer camp in Maine combines recreation, sports, and arts activities with daily conflict resolution sessions to help adolescents from regions of conflict (primarily the Middle East) learn the art of coexistence and peace. From its center in East Jerusalem, Seeds of Peace provides regular activities to reinforce the lessons that…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Intercultural Communication
Swan, Jack – 1980
The guide describes the 300-acre Pok-O-MacCready Outdoor Education Center, located in the Adirondack Mountains, which offers winterized residential facilities and indivdualized 3- to 5-day outdoor and environmental programs for groups of up to 85 elementary and secondary students. The guide describes the center's activities, which focus on…
Descriptors: Educational Facilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Experiential Learning
Wolk, Jessica; Childs, Larry – Zip Lines: The Voice for Adventure Education, 1999
A five-day adventure-based residential camping program for Boston middle school students and their teachers develops cooperative learning skills and leadership abilities. Matching staff and students' background and race cultivates and celebrates diversity. Teachers' assistance in program development helps meet new standards and ensures follow-up.…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Diversity (Student), Group Dynamics, Leadership Training
