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Camp Highlights

Mandala campers are living their best summer lives! Check out what we've been up to this week...


Campers in Rise & Thrive kicked off the week by making fresh and healthy breakfast parfaits, then worked as a team to make tasty tacos and a mac and cheese dish. The group also enjoyed a cooking lesson at MShack Nocatee from Chef Alma and owner Charlie Medure!


Wander & Wonder campers rode the St. Johns River Ferry to Boneyard Beach to explore the massive natural driftwood structures. These explorers ventured out to Alexander Springs to splash around and enjoy the natural wonders of central Florida.


Social Superstars and Connect & Create campers collaborated on a color collage and learned a new skill called "color mixing." These creative campers also learned scissor safety and had fun with color exploration. They went wild splattering paint on pottery!


We're thrilled to work alongside our friends at Hydaway Hollow to offer Horse Camp. This week, campers learned all about running a barn. These animal lovers practiced skills such as grooming and tacking. Campers increased confidence and learned valuable teamwork skills, all while connecting to the natural world around them.

Are you looking for something fun your kids can do for just part of the day? Check our our enrichments! Scroll down to learn more about the Farm-to-Table Kitchen Club and the Warrior Games & Creative Club!

We want to hear from you! Keep your eye out for weekly camp surveys sent to your email. Share your feedback so we can make sure Mandala camps include the best and most enjoyable programming for your child.

CAMP COUNSELOR'S CORNER

Jackie Blake - Rise & Thrive


Working as a camp counselor has had a profound impact on Jackie. Each day for her is filled with the laughter and energy of campers eager to explore and have fun. Jackie values the bonds formed through shared activities and the unique opportunity to guide young minds in developing essential life skills. Witnessing their growth and confidence in team challenges is highly rewarding for her. Summer camp is a unique setting where memories are made, and Jackie cherishes every moment spent cultivating creativity and friendships. Come out and join Jackie in Rise and Thrive!

GET READY FOR NEXT WEEK

Next week is packed with more adventures and tons of fun! Camps continue with trips to different health care providers to learn about health & wellness and a day at the beach to study ocean ecosystems & conservation efforts. See you at camp. :)


Oh, and don't forget water day is on Thursday!


Attention: All camps will be closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day.

UPCOMING CAMPS

WEEK 5: June 29-July 2

  • Rise & Thrive: Self Care Success
  • Social Superstars/Connect & Create: Ocean Science & Conservation
  • Horse Camp: Summer Splash
  • No Wander & Wonder This Week

WEEK 6: July 6-10

  • Rise & Thrive: Community & Purpose
  • Social Superstars/Connect & Create: Science & Problem Solving
  • Horse Camp: Unicorn Dreams & Woodland Magic
  • Wander & Wonder: Anastasia State Park and more!


WEEK 7: July 13-17

  • Rise & Thrive: Professional Practice
  • Social Superstars/Connect & Create: Farm to Table
  • Horse Camp: Nature & Mindfulness
  • Wander & Wonder: Little Talbot Island and more!


WEEK 8: July 20-24

  • Rise & Thrive: Skills in Service
  • Social Superstars/Connect & Create: Animal Studies
  • Horse Camp: Courage, Confidence & Resilience
  • Wander & Wonder: Big Shoals State Park and more!


WEEK 9: July 27-31

  • Rise & Thrive: Mindfulness
  • Social Superstars/Connect & Create: Mission - Team Challenge
  • Horse Camp: Horses, Herds & the Natural World
  • Wander & Wonder: Gourd Island and more!

Click here to sign up for more fun!

SUMMER ENRICHMENTS

Mandala Wellness offers meaningful enrichments to enhance your

child's summer experience!


  • Farm-to-Table Kitchen Club: Each enrichment begins with a visit to the local farmers market. Young chefs will spend the day exploring, creating, and tasting their way through a hands-on farm-to-table experience designed just for kids. 
  • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • July 9, July 16, July 23, and July 30


  • Warrior Games & Creative Club: This high-energy enrichment combines beginner-friendly martial arts, hands-on creative projects, outdoor games, and classic board game challenges into one exciting weekly adventure.
  • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28, August 4


Click here to learn more and sign up!

MandalaWellness.com | (904) 834-7581 | 183 Landrum Lane, PVB