Camper Experience Pioneer Life

Josh Silveira, righy,7, of Canonsburg, learns how to play tug-of-war from Jeff Donahue with Washingtion Parks and Recreation during Pioneer Living Day Camp

Boys and girls from the ages 7 to 10 put down their video games / iPads and step out into the bright sunshine and fresh air to partake in some old-fashion fun this week. During Pioneer Living Day Camp run by Washington County Parks and Recreation at Mingo Creek County Park, the campers enjoyed activities in the spirit of those who settled the United State such as Native American games, archery, butter making, panning for gold and much, much more. Even with the absence of electronics or a high speed internet connection, the kids seemed to enjoy connecting with nature and learning about the past.

Jeffrey Chickis,10, of Cecil, tries his hand at an Native American game by flipping sticks off the back of his hand then catching them during Pioneer Living Day Camp

Hand In Hand

Ellie Amato, holds onto her grandmother Carole Amato, hand as they stroll through Canonsburg's Town Park along with dog Honey

Nothing's lost in Translation

Jean Parker Mace ,left, embraces Benedikte Gijsbregs of Beigium, for the first time with tears and a big hug in front of the Washingtion County Courthouse Click To Read Story

Farmers Market

Farmers market at the Red Barn in Bradington

Boys Of Summer

Gage Burekes (right),reacts while he and friend, Jason Cramer, and Brayden Caccin, all of Mt.Pleasant, play on the tire swing at Frick Park in Mt.Pleasant -photo illustration