Growing plants & growing minds Summer 2012
Learning how to care for plants and flowers
BRiDGiNG In the lab: Check out our formula for success: Kids + Chemistry = AWESOME!
Wing span! Preparing for take off aviation, airplanes, and altititude
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Special Thanks: We would like to sincerely thank the departments, instructors and volunteers that made this week possible. The experience will be an everlasting memory for all those who took part and made it possible. We would also like to thank Powerland Computers for their in-part sponsorship of the 2012 HAWK Camp!
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Introduction/Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Team Building. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Day 1: Greenspace Management (Activity: Planting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Day 2: Chemistry/Bio Sciences (Activity: Glogerm, Polyurethane demonstration & ice cream in a bag) . . . . . . . . . 1 0 Cultural Teachings/Drumming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Crafts – Metis Keychain & Inuit Wall Hanging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Day 3: Civil Engineering (Activity: Bridge Design) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 6 Recreational Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Day 4: Aviation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Photo Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 Day 5: Culinary Arts (Activity: Chocolate covered strawberries & Apple Strudel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 4 Family BBQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
w e i v R e V o This HAWK Magazine highlights the 3rd year of the camp. HAWK (Hands on Activity Week for Kids) is offered to Aboriginal youth, boys and girls ages 11 – 13 years (HAWKs). HAWK is one of Red River College’s commitments to furthering awareness and interest in post-secondary education for Aboriginal youth-our next seven generations.
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The morning portion of the camp centered on the importance and diversity of Aboriginal culture through traditional teachings and hands on creation with storytelling. The camp was focused 100% on team building through games and interactive activities to give the kids a chance to mingle and become more familiar with one another. The afternoon portion of the camp offered HAWKs a chance to see, learn and try various trades and technology programs. This year in particular, the HAWKs experienced what it’s like to take part in programs such as Greenspace Management, Chemistry/Bio Sciences, Civil Engineering, Aviation and Culinary Arts. Our goal after a week of fun and excitement was to provide the HAWKs with an increased confidence in themselves as proud Aboriginal youth and to open their eyes to the possibilities and importance of Red River College and post-secondary education.
Thank you to all the parents, guardians, aunties, uncles, grandmothers and grandfathers, brothers, sisters and friends who supported the HAWKs through the camp. A special thank you to all the HAWKs (campers) who left us with many gifts and teachings such as respect, kindness, laughter and joy. It was a wonderful experience for everyone at Red River College!
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On the first day of camp, the HAWKs got their hands dirty while learning what Greenspace Management is all about – landscaping, planting and taking pride in Mother Earth. While learning about horticulture and fertilization, the HAWKs spent time in the Greenhouse to better understand how lighting, watering systems and soil help advance seeds to plants. Thankfully we had a garden hose handy to clean them up—kids will be kids.
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Second day of camp, the HAWKs visited the world of Chemistry/Bio Sciences. First a demonstration of Glo Germ lotion to show all our HAWKs washing your hands quickly isn’t always the best method. The second activity was even more exiting with goggles and gloves in hand – a mixture of two ingredients when combined together created foam similar to styrofoam popcorn you find in packing boxes. The final activity was the tastiest; by mixing several simple ingredients in a bag with ice the HAWKs made themselves a delightful snack of ice cream to conclude the afternoon.
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Elder Levinia Brown worked with the HAWKs to craft their own Inuit Wall Hanging in addition to weaving a MĂŠtis sash inspired key chain.
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Third day of camp, the HAWKs got a feel for Civil Engineering. Nothing can explain the dynamics of engineering better than the construction of a bridge. Each camper designed an elaborate and structurally sound bridge that could withstand the strength test. The strongest bridge held 215 lbs—wow. The best part the chance to destroy it of course!
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Gym time - enough said! When the campers had time between visiting the program areas and cultural programming they burned extra energy off in the gym! As you can see we had quite the talented basketball, frisbee and badminton players.
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Fourth day of camp the HAWKs travelled to Stevenson Aviation Campus where they toured, touched and flew the airplanes – well… flew a paper airplane that is. And that’s where their imagination took flight sitting in the captain’s seat, seeing all the toggles, buttons and trinkets provided the feel of what it’s like to operate and work on an aircraft. Go JETS go.
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On the fifth and final day of camp the HAWKs got a taste of what a career in Culinary Arts is all about! While making mouthwatering treats of chocolate covered strawberries and fresh apple strudel, the HAWKs learned about the industry and opportunities to work in top restaurants around the world, our own Chef Luc spoke from personal experience. Chef Ramsay move on over!
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The last day the HAWKs invited family, friends and the instructors from the camp for a family barbeque and camp wind-up. Everyone enjoyed hotdogs and hamburgers in the sun filled courtyard. The HAWKs got the chance to show off what they learned, not to mention their ever so talented singing voices by performing a drumming song titled ‘The Bear Song’ to honor all those who made the week possible and special. We are all related!
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Aboriginal Student Support & Community Relations F214 – 2055 Notre Dame Avenue Winnipeg MB R3H 0J9 For more information please contact HAWK Coordinator: Lisa Carriere at licarriere@rrc.ca or (204) 632-3773 View the magazine online at: www.rrc.ca