Survival Outreach Sanctuary, joined 40,633 campers from all over America for the National Wildlife Federation’s “Great American Campout” on 6/24/06. Everyone had a great time and learned many new interesting facts about wildlife. We had 10 kids participating, ranging from 6 years of age to 14 years of age. For some it was their first camping trip, for all it was their first time camping at the sanctuary. Listening for wildlife sounds took on a new meaning when the lion roared, the wolf/dogs howled and the cougars chirped. We took nature walks around the property to view the many stars and some of the kids even came upon an unsuspecting armadillo (much to his surprise). We had a great cook out and made delicious s’mores over an open fire. After all what is a good camping trip without s’mores. We had a visit from a reporter with the Laker, a local newspaper, and we look forward to reading her story and seeing her pictures. She was so delighted to meet the children and to learn of their great interest in our environment and conservation of our natural resources.
