OCDF Camps
The OCDF China Tours Teen Leadership Program® is designed to meld Chinese culture experiences, sightseeing, volunteering, and exploring so that teens are able to work together as a team to fulfill the needs of an orphan-support site. Daily language tips are included, but language learning is not the focus – engaging with daily life in China is the focus. This program includes a trip to Inner Mongolia (summer) and Harbin (winter). An updated Teen Leadership program information guide is now available with dates through 2012.
Please see our Teen Leadership page for more information on this camp!
Camp Opportunities in Maine for 2010
Effective April 1, 2010
Check out the many options below and click on the links provided for details on options, costs, dates, and more:
- Kids/Teens 2-week Option #1: OCDF Kid’s Camp at Hidden Valley Camp in Maine
For kids adopted from China (living outside of China) to share camp experiences together with kids from Asia. Enjoy Hidden Valley Camp – Maine’s top international arts/music and outdoor adventure camp! Ages: 8-14. Program Dates: Group 1 July 24 to August 5 OR Group 2 August 5 to August 19. Read on for more details. - Teen/Family 1-week Option #3: Family and Teen Kayak Building Workshop
The Kayak Building Workshop is lead by Dr. George Kerekgyarto at Bay Leaf Cottages in Maine for adults and teens ages 13+. Dates: July 18-24, 2010. Build an ocean/lake kayak in the Greenland style starting from plans. The workshop is designed to provide a sound kayak building sequence that requires limited experience. Read on for more details. - Family 4-day Option #4: OCDF Family Camp at Bay Leaf Cottages in Maine with kids & teen programs at Bay Leaf Cottages and Hidden Valley Camp
Family-friendly 4-day programs focusing on adoption and Chinese culture for families with children adopted from China or families waiting to adopt from China. Enjoy the mid-coast of Maine and all of the special local attractions and activities of the summer season while hanging out at Bay Leaf Cottages (overlooking Penobscot Bay and only ½ mile to Lincolnville Beach and the Islesboro Ferry!). Enjoy afternoon storytelling with Dr. Jane Liedtke – life in China, Chinese culture, ask your questions! We will have guest authors and speakers. Four group sessions available: July 1-5, July 5-8, August 1-5, August 9-12. Read on for more details. - Family 2-day Option #5: OCDF The Story of Xiao Min Weekends with Dr. Jane Liedtke and Emily Liedtke.
Join the author in learning more about China through the eyes of Xiao Min – as she grows from Toddler, to elementary school, to big sister, and more! Learn about life in China, language practice through the Xiao Min books, and find out what it was like to live in China for 10 years. There will be story-telling, game and activity time, and adult “social” time. One session available: July 30-August 1. Read on for more details. - Want to just “Hang Out”
Just want to "hang out" without any programs or structure? Or send your kids to day camp while you hang out? Walk to the beach! Enjoy downtown Camden shops and harbor? Hike to Mt. Battie or explore the artisan galleries, museums, farmer’s markets, and Acadia National Park? All with your home base at Bay Leaf Cottages in Lincolnville, Maine. Many flexible options available from mid-June to October so read on for more details.
Location:
Bay Leaf Cottages, Lincolnville, Maine. Bay Leaf Cottages is owned and operated by many of your OCDF friends from the US and China! Join us from mid-June through October! Bring family, friends, reunion groups (we can sleep 75+ people!). Check out the Calendar of Events and our website www.bayleafcottages.com for many activities from Spa programs, Cooking Classes, Lunch and Learn Programs, and more for a wide range of interests. Not just the adoption community!
Call: Lynn 309-829-8202 in USA or Email: lynn@ocdf.org or Jane@ocdf.org.
Family Mandarin Language and Culture Program in Beijing
Discover the key to being successful with conversational Mandarin! Immersion!! Live in Beijing and explore the riches of Chinese culture and society then and now. Let real life in China be your classroom!
This 6-week program offers three levels of classes at the Foreign Language and Culture University. Includes a Meet-the-Artisan program with hands-on activities, as well as sightseeing in Beijing and optional weekend travel and volunteering at orphan care locations throughout Beijing. You may also elect to add on a visit to your child's orphanage.
Please download our Family Mandarin Language and Culture program brochure for itinerary, dates, cost, and more information.
Our Chinese Daughters Foundation is a non-profit organization
in support of adoptive families. In addition to tours, OCDF offers many
other services including Chinese Culture education through OCDF Publications, Orphan
Support Projects, Volunteer China, Summer Camps, and more!
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