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FOUNDATIONS

Tool introductory workshop

+Help build a playground

● Program Overview

Our Workshops

FOUNDATIONS: Project-Based Carpentry Workshop (4 Hours)

FOUNDATIONS is a hands-on workshop where you learn practical tool skills while contributing to a real project happening in the Reclaimed Commons space. Each session focuses on a different live build, giving you relevant, applied experience as you grow your confidence with tool skills.

FOUNDATIONS is the entry point into our wider community of making and skill-sharing. After completing the workshop, you’ll be ready to join future sessions and continue building your skills through real projects.

We are committed to being inclusive and accessible. If cost is a barrier, please reach out, we will support your participation.

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½ Day

Workshop

Workshop details

This one-off, 4 hour workshop introduces you to the Reclaimed Commons space, our tools, and the fundamentals of carpentry and building. You’ll learn to use equipment safely and effectively while working in a supportive, collaborative environment. The workshop encourages curiosity and problem-solving.

Playground project-

In this workshop we will be working together to build a children’s playground for a local newcastle resident! we will be using primarily reclaimed materials. You will learn basic tool usage and what to look for and how to clean up things that you find on the side of the road or at recycle centres for use at home. We strive to use 100% recycled materials in our projects!

Skills

How to use basic power tools safely to build confidence.

Preparing used materials, designing, drilling, screwing, measuring, cutting, sanding, squaring.

What to bring along with you

Enclosed shoes, sun safe clothes as some of our workshop is outdoors- we recommend that you wear a long sleeve cotton shirt and long pants, snacks (lunch for after the workshop)

Location and parking

Shed 8F, 50 Clyde Street Hamilton North- Please park at the back at the allocated parking area for 50 Clyde Street.

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● Camp Life

Sample Itinerary

Breakfast in the dining hall

7:45 am

Morning Gathering

8:45 am

Primary Classes (Painting, Papermaking, Ceramics)

9–12:15 pm

Lunch

12:45 pm

Elective Classes (Music, Waterfront Sports)

2 – 4 PM

Chill Time

4:15 PM

Dinner

6 PM

Evening Activity

7 PM

Bonfire & Wind Down

8 PM

● Faculty & Staff

Meet the Instructors

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Nina Caldwell

Playwright & Educator

Nina loves helping campers bring their stories to life on the page, guiding them through the fundamentals of screenwriting and dialogue.

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Corey Morel

Actor & Director

Corey leads campers through exercises in movement, voice, and stage presence—building confidence and collaboration along the way.

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Clara Jensen

Theater Artist & Educator

Clara encourages campers to take risks and experiment on stage helping young performers uncover their unique voice in the spotlight.

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