Established 2007

The Art Discovery Center is a place where creativity and imagination come alive.  Students are allowed to create various projects with a variety of materials.   

Nature Crafts/Papermaking:  Students will be given the opportunity to create their own recycled paper.  After discussing recycling and reducing waste, students will be instructed on how to create paper by recycling used office paper.  Students will be able to make a recycled piece of paper and a recycled envelope to bring home with them.   (Class length 1.5 hours)

Pottery:  Make your own pottery piece from clay. Instructions are given for making a pinch Pot, a Coil Pot, a Slab, or a Draped piece. After the pieces have been fired, you will return to Glaze your creation. This class requires two days minimum.  

Silk Screen T-Shirts:  Students will create a custom design silk screen t-shirt.  

Tie-Dye T-Shirts: Tie-Dye a t-shirt using vibrant colored dyes. Students will learn a variety of tying techniques to create a one of a kind design.  (Class length 1.5 hours)

 

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YMCA CAMP ALGONQUIN property is owned by the McHenry County Conservation District and is operated by the YMCA of McHenry County.