Applications sought for camp scholarships

North Group, Redwood Chapter, Sierra Club is seeking children to attend two overnight camps in Petrolia this summer. 2021 marks the 25th year that the group has provided a camping experience for children through its Lucille Vinyard/Susie Van Kirk Environmental Education Fund.

North Group plans to offer up to four scholarships (worth $600 each) for children age 8 to 10: two to the July 5 to 9 Ranch & Wild session and two to the July 26 to 30 River & Adventure session at Lost Coast Camp. Children residing in Humboldt or Del Norte counties are eligible to apply, unless they are a past recipient of a North Group camp scholarship.

The camp’s mission is to provide youth with a dynamic summer camp experience, which promotes building self-esteem and positive friendships, individual expression and fostering an appreciation for the natural world. Activities include hiking, swimming, canoeing, archery, art and singing around the campfire. Visit www.lostcoastcamp.org for details.

Camper selections will be based on responses to questions on a one-page application form. Children receiving scholarships must submit an essay about their experience for the North Group newsletter. Parents are responsible for transporting their children to and from the camp location. Campers must comply with Lost Coast Camp’s COVID-19 policies regarding mask wearing and COVID-19 testing (which can be found on the registration page at www. lostcoastcamp.org).

The deadline for receipt of applications is April 5. Completed forms may be mailed to Sue Leskiw, 155 Kara Lane, McKinleyville CA 95519 or scanned and e-mailed to sueleskiw1@ gmail.com. To obtain an application form, e-mail Leskiw or call 707-4425444.