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Spirit of Summer

June 22, 2021 by Lorene Edwards Forkner in GROW

Try these ideas and activities to savor the season and create memories

Most gardeners I know retain an almost child-like sense of curiosity.  What if, in the middle of this very-adult reset that we are collectively navigating, we gave ourselves permission to lighten up, relax and recover wonder.

Welcome to summer camp—garden style. Taking a page from past experience—and skipping over the swim test and homesick part—I came up with a list of camp-inspired ideas and activities to help you reclaim the spirit of summer. Invite the kids to play along and tap into their natural embrace of these barefoot, choose-your-own-adventure days. 

Wondering where to begin? Here’s a few ideas to get you started:

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GROW in The Seattle Times

June 22, 2021 /Lorene Edwards Forkner
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