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From Ingrid Taylar, for About.com

Headlands Institute Connects Kids With Nature

Friday May 16, 2008
If you spend time at Rodeo Beach, you've undoubtedly seen the groups of supervised kids hiking around the lagoon, observing the natural icons of the Marin Headlands. You may have also been by the Headlands Institute day camp area at meal time -- tortured by the aromas wafting from the buildings, when you're scrounging in your bag for a protein bar.

Now, more children from around the Bay Area will have the Headlands experience -- cuisine included. In April 2008, the non-profit Headlands Institute announced new scholarships that will bring 2000 more children, from diverse backgrounds, into the realm of the Institute's programs. Funded through a Centennial Challenge grant from the National Park System (with matching funds from private donors), the scholarships will give these kids a hands-on, interactive experience with science and nature -- in the stunning setting of the Marin Headlands.

At least 20,000 people each year benefit from the Headlands Institute programs. The Institute runs summer day camps from June to August. Also available are teen leadership programs and week-long environmental educator courses for teachers.

At the website you'll find photo galleries from the children's coastal camp, as well as registration forms and descriptions of programs offered throughout the year.

Photo © Ingrid Taylar

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