GICEL Connections
A new FREE virtual online program – Summer 2020
The Gulf Island Center for Ecological Learning (GICEL) is now offering a free online summer mini-camp experience for 2020. Connect with nature by engaging in fun, ecology-themed activities and connect on-line with friends & leaders with the new GICEL Connections program!
Check out our new GICEL Connections webpage for open content created by GICEL leaders, coordinators and community members. Ecology themed activities, video explorations & tutorials, and more will be posted weekly – check back regularly to see what has been added!
Explore the activities on the webpage and post any of your experiences and creations to our Facebook page.
Join the weekly GICEL Connection Sessions via Zoom on Tuesday and Friday at 10:00 am PDT throughout August!
During the 30 minute session on Tuesday, participants will have a chance to connect with each other & GICEL leaders, enjoy some fun camp experiences, and learn about the week’s themed challenge to get outside and explore your local green spaces.
On Friday, we will gather again to share what you’ve discovered!
Interested in joining in? Complete and submit this google form and we’ll email you with the Zoom details!
Ages: 6 – 12 years old
Questions? Be sure to check the FAQ below or contact the Program Coordinator Kelly Nordin (kelly@gicel.ca).
FAQs
Q: How much screen time can we expect?
A: A maximum of 45 minutes on Tuesday and Friday of each week; we will be aiming for 30 minutes each day.
Q: What will participants do during the week?
A: Participants can choose from a variety of activities that are designed to get outdoors discovering and exploring! Participants are encouraged to post to the GICEL Facebook page what they wish to share.
Q: How much do I need to be involved as a parent/guardian?
A: Parents, guardians, and families are encouraged to be as involved with the weekly challenge and activities as much as you would like. We expect some participants will need some assistance accessing and getting onto Zoom for the meetings. They might also need some assistance if they choose to upload some pictures and/or videos to Facebook.
Q: What will we need to use to participate in the program?
A: Access to the internet to view webpage and use Zoom to connect and meet together.
Q: How do I access Zoom?
A: By completing the google form, Zoom meeting details will be emailed to the participant or parents/guardians of the participant for each week. To learn more about Zoom, check out the:
Q: Will I have support if I have technical difficulties?
A: Yes! Coordinators are available to help; please email kelly@gicel.ca at any time.
Q: How is safety being addressed?
A: The virtual safety of our participants is important to us; we are taking care to ensure only those who have indicated their interest are able to access the Zoom Connection Sessions. All Zoom based sessions will be monitored for appropriateness by the coordinator.
