The Lake Experience
Available August 20 - September 4, 2021
Based out of our Lakefront Lodge, the Lake Experience offers Explorations in, on and around stunning Lake Winnipesaukee. Campers might be swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, or fishing. Both of our Experiences offer Explorations that might see campers working on creative STEAM projects, gathering food from local farms and gardens, or hiking past lakes, streams, and forests. The dreaded T-Rex is out in the woods somewhere, too, if Campers decide to go bow hunting.
You can see the available Lake Explorations here...
Extra Days
When You Just Need Need More
Parents may opt for additional days at the end of their chosen experience by contacting Camp Zeynana. Extra days will involve additional Explorations, and must fall in the available dates for the Experience. You can see the calendar here...
Lake Experience Exploration List
WET STUFF
Lake Boating
Young boaters will feel safe and confident they gain classroom and hands-on boating experiences such as casting off, docking, boat handling, boater safety, terminology, navigation, and freshwater “rules of the road.” They will have the opportunity to be Captain of Camp Zeynana’s luxurious Pontoon Yacht and navigate to the destination of their choice!
Freshwater Fishing
Aspiring anglers will learn to spin-cast tempting lures and dangle juicy worms to try to entice wary fish to take a bite. Off the dock, we will catch and release; at the trout farm, we will eat what we catch!
Swimming and Swimming holes
Many of our hikes include lakes, ponds, streams, and pools below waterfalls. Campers that wish to do so can take a swim in these safe, calm waters, knowing that a counselor is always nearby.
Roll, Roll, Roll Your Boat
Campers will propel their personal kayak in quiet, calm fresh water and learn the techniques to navigate safely and surely.
Snorkeling
In the shallow calm lake waters of New Hampshire, campers will pick up the tricks and techniques of snorkeling as the fin their way to discovering an underwater world.
Waterfalls
Maine and New Hampshire mountains have a variety of waterfalls within easy hiking distance. Campers will select a falls based on their other interests (hiking, photography, swimming) and enjoy the cool spray on a hbot summer day.
OUTDOOR STUFF
Archery
Campers will acquire new skills as they learn about the principles of arrow flight, bow structure, and archery safety. Campers start with Archery Golf then graduate to an archery range and finally a forest archery trail, where targets hide amongst the trees and shrubs... watch out for the T-rex!
Gorges and Rivers and Caves, oh my!
Hidden in the mountains near New Hampshire's Lakes Region are deep gorges and eroded caves carved by the rushing rivers that course through these ancient glacial paths. Campers will explore these eerie areas and learn their history.
Ziplining
If you have never been ziplining -- why not? If you have, then you know! Campers will experience all the thrills in a multi-line flying experience through the canopy.
Monkey see, Monkey do
Imagine ropes, swings, cargo nets, and climbing structures waaaayyyy beyond a playground. Interested? This Exploration comes complete with a specialist Guest Counselor to ensure a safe, fun, and enjoyable experience.
Ultimate Croquet
A tradition at the lake for years, campers will pick up a few pointers as they craft the course, set the stakes and wickets, and then try to best their counselors and each other at a few rounds of Ultimate Croquet.
Geocaching
Premium Geocaching added onto hiking trips; Seacoast Experiences also have semi-urban caches
Stars in your Eyes
Whether it's out on the lake or out in the countryside, the dark, clear summer nights of New England are wonderful and quiet places for stargazing. Campers will learn to identify and locate constellations, star, and planets visible in the night skies.
STEAMy STUFF
Campers get to keep and bring home all of their STEAMy creations
Camp Zeynana Times (Required)
A required experience, each camper will create and decorate a journal, and make daily entries to carry the news of what's happening at Camp Zeynana. Journal entries and photos will be posted in our Parent's section.
Fun-tography
Anyone can take a selfie; but not everyone can capture a photo. In the field Campers will learn about exposure control, shutter speed, and lens aperture, and how to decide which to use. Then return to the lab to examine their photos and see the results of their work, and will print and frame their favorite.
It Actually IS Rocket Science
Rocketeers will learn about Newton's 2nd and 3rd Laws and then use these principles to design, construct, and launch safe, non-combustible rockets of different designs. Campers will try to attain maximum height and distance with their creations.
Tiffany’s at Breakfast
Jewelry has been part of human culture throughout all recorded history, and we will continue the craft by designing a custom piece. Campers will select stones, beads, and findings and assemble them into a finished piece to wear or to gift.
Scratch Shabbat Candles
Every Camp Zeynana Experience includes a Shabbat, and Campers can add their own light by pouring besamim-scented pillar candles, dipping their own shabbat candles, and weaving their own havdalah candles!
YUMMY STUFF
Farm & Garden to Table
Camp Zeynana's area is renowned for their local sustainable farming projects, and we even have our own private garden! Campers will harvest and collect foods such as eggs, butter, veggies, herbs, and berries, and then learn to prepare a scrumptious meal with their bounty.
Making Nom Nom
Each camper will select their favorite dishes and learn how to make them from scratch. Think homemade pasta, sushi, bread, soups, stews, fajitas, ice cream, and more! Campers will locate recipes, learn kitchen skills, shop for ingredients, and enjoy the results of their efforts!
Herbs and Spices from Bush to Bottle
The Camp Zeynana gardens are filled with a variety of fresh herbs and spices. Campers will learn to identify these tasty plants by sight and by flavor profile, and use them in a meal. We will collectively harvest the herbs, dry them, and bottle them for later use by the camper's families or friends.
Campfire Cuisine
Traditional favorites cooked over an open flame with sticks and skewers. Hot diggety dog! Need we say any s'mores?