Discovery Series Extended Programs

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation at Taliesin West – Scottsdale, AZ
Saturday, May 26 – Monday, May 28, 2012 
Develop your own design ideas while working at Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home and architectural studio, Taliesin West, a National Historic Landmark considered one of his greatest masterpieces. You will learn how Wright took everyday shapes and objects and used them, along with vivid colors and patterns, to create buildings that are works of art. “Design Your Dream Space” will immerse you in the process of architecture contemplation and planning, designing a 2-dimensional floor plan to scale and building a 3-D model. You will be encouraged to examine familiar objects from a different point of view. This approach allows you to see how interrelated subjects like math, science, art, and technology are used to create buildings. In this unique program, theory and philosophy are combined with hands-on activities to challenge you to explore new architectural forms, energy sources, and spaces in which to work, learn, and live. A private Night Lights tour of the estate and Desert Shelter walk are included. Some meals will be provided during the program. Hotel reservations and transportation are not included in the cost of this program. Detailed information will be available upon registration. 
Cost: $575 per person. Register now.

The Mountain Institute in Greenbrier State Park – Boonsboro, MD
Wednesday, June 20 – Saturday, June 23, 2012 
Looking for an outdoor adventure, with no experience needed? Join CTY and The Mountain Institute (TMI) for an exploration of an area rich in human history and natural beauty. Camp in the lovely, fully equipped, Greenbrier State Park which has hiking trails and a large man-made lake. Hike the Appalachian Trail to Annapolis Rocks, a picturesque outcrop where we will climb and rappel. Whitewater raft on the Shenandoah River under the guidance of experienced outfitters. Take a walk on one of the Park’s trails that meanders through a variety of wildlife habitat, including wildflowers, birds, animals, fish, turtles, and frogs. Journaling, campfires, and family activities in the evening provide reflection for time spent learning together about the wonderful world around us. This program will include all meals during the program. No previous camping experience is necessary, but this is a physically demanding program that requires a certain level of fitness. Participants should bring sleeping bags, mats, and pillows as you will be sleeping in tents provided by TMI. Detailed information will be available upon registration. 
Cost: $575 per person. Register now.

Living Classrooms Foundation – Baltimore, MD
Monday, August 13 – Friday, August 17, 2012
The Chesapeake Bay watershed is a national treasure and a regional economic engine. This amazing program takes place on board Living Classrooms Foundation’s historic skipjack Sigsbee as participants explore this fragile ecosystem. How should we respond to the precipitous decline in blue crabs? What is the role of oysters in the Bay’s health and should we introduce heartier Asian varieties? Is urban or agricultural runoff more responsible for the Bay’s declining health? Throughout this unique program, CTY families wrestle with critical questions affecting this complex ecosystem. While on board, participants employ scientific equipment to analyze water and marine life. You will meet and learn from scientists, watermen, government officials, and natives and apply this new knowledge in real-world settings. Each day, you will share the responsibility of setting up and striking camp, cooking, cleaning, and maintaining the ship. While on shore, you will perform lab work and investigations to explore topics such as crab anatomy, physiology, and behavior; estuarine interactions; predator-prey relationships; and the ecological role of the oyster beds. Evening activities may include night hikes, games, and campfires. Families learn about the watershed, water parameters, and water quality of the Bay. You will leave with a better understanding of the interplay among man, economics, science, and the environment in both the Chesapeake Bay and the world more broadly. No previous sailing experience is necessary, but this is a physically demanding course that requires a certain level of fitness. This program includes all meals during the program length. Participants should bring sleeping bags, mats, and pillows as you will be sleeping in tents. Evenings will be spent at primitive campsites. Camping facilities will vary, but all are basic—a few have showers, most will not. Participants will pitch in and help set up camp each evening, prepare meals, clean up after meals, and break down camp every morning. Fresh water will be available for cooking, cleaning, drinking, and personal hygiene at sites. Detailed information will be available upon registration. 
Cost: $675 per person. Register now.

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