Category Archives: Outdoor Education

Biblical Environmental Education

From Dean Ohlman on August 4, 2009

Almost annually since 1991 I’ve made one or two treks “up north” to the Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies northeast of Kalkaska, Michigan.  Last week was my first time this year.  Perched on a wooded hillside above Louie’s Pond, … Continue reading »

Summer Reading

From Dean Ohlman on June 4, 2009

Porch rocker or swing, chaise lounge, hammock, or camp chair—whatever is your favorite sort of summer evening or vacation seating—you may want something easy but biblical and uplifting to read as you sit back and relax during these lazy summer … Continue reading »

Christan Camps and God's Two Books

From Dean Ohlman on January 9, 2009

When I was three—in 1945—my dad helped to form Camp Michawana in central West Michigan.  This was the camp that was first begun in the late thirties by Lance Latham, the founder of AWANA clubs.  Dad continued on the board … Continue reading »

New Ideas in "Wonder Kids"

From Dean Ohlman on December 10, 2008

There are several new ideas on the “Wonder Kids” page from the pages of Richard Louv’s book, Last Child in the Woods. Take a look.

"Wonder Kids" Suggestions

From Dean Ohlman on November 19, 2008

It’s our desire to see the “Wonder Kids” page become a sort of community for parents, grandparents, and other caregivers where there is a good deal of idea sharing.  We have added a response box at the bottom of the … Continue reading »