Biking and Hiking
Biking (grades 4 – 12) and Hiking (grades 4 – 12) are offered Fall and Spring, making use of our beautiful Bellaire area and Glacial Hills trails. Mentors Paul, Deb and Ron are running the sessions. Registration and Waiver
Swimming
This free program is open to non-swimmers only in grades 1-6. Non-swimmers can’t or don’t know how to swim. Each student must attend all six (6) swimming classes and will be swimming at the end of the program. Parents must commit to sending their child to all six lessons or pay a $25 no-show penalty.Registration is open Monday, April 3 through April 12. Limited to the first 20 students. Parent letter, Application and Liability Statement are available in the school office. Questions? Call Grandma Dee at 231-377-7077
Sewing
Sewing, for grades 5 – 12. Led by Cookie Carrick, students learn the fundamentals of hand and machine sewing to complete their own project over multiple sessions. Classes are held at Bellaire United Methodist Church. 5th Graders ride the bus from the Elementary School to the Middle School. Mentors will meet all students and walk over with them.Parents pick up students at 5 pm at the church. Note: Enrollment limited to six. Registration and Waiver
Student Garden
Grades 5-128 Student Apprentice Openings10am-12pm • $10/hr. • 2-3 hrs./weekStudents must provide their own gloves and drink.Elementary School bathrooms are available.To apply, complete the application and return to the school office by May 30th. On May 31st. the mentor committee with select and notify students. Summer work schedulePlanting Days: Thursday, June 1st • 3-5pm & Saturday, June 3 • 10am-12pm
Snowshoeing
Offered for students in grades 4 –12 takes place at Glacial Hills. BYI provides snowshoes and helmets. Linda Atkins, Paul DeLange, Ron Lynch and Debbie Woodbeck are the initiative coordinators.
Downhill Skiing
(Winter 2023): Students learn a wide range of downhill skiing skills from certified ski instructors. Free instruction, demonstrations and equipment are provided by Shanty Creek Resort at Cedar River Village for students who qualify in grades 5 – 12.
Eagles’ Nest – Grades 1-4
September through May, Eagles’ Nest is offered to children, first grade through third grade after school from 3:00 – 5:00. In the 2022-Winter 2023 school year, Eagles’ Nest is being expanded to include a second day on Thursdays.
Firearm Shooting Practice
Students, grades 5 –12 Antrim Conservation District OfficeIndoor Practice Range • 4820 Stover RoadStudents who have passed the Firearm Safety Class may participate. Registration and Waiver
Archery
Students, grades 5 –12 Antrim Conservation District OfficeIndoor Practice Range • 4820 Stover RoadStudents who have passed the Firearm Safety Class may participate.Sarah Toth, certified archer, is the initiative coordinator. Registration and Waiver
Cooking
Students, grades 5 –12, learn valuable cooking and meal preparation skills, recipe reading, sanitary practices, teamwork and organization skills. Cooking sessions are held Fall, Winter and Spring. Besides eating their own creations in the afternoon, recipes are shared with Meadowbrook residents or taken home to share with their families. Dee Lynch is the initiative leader. Registration and Waiver