by Chris Clements | Oct 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
It’s 5am and I’m greeting the threshold of Mt. Fuji with a rag-tag crew- Rebecka and Jason from Sweden, Punki from Korea, Kyle from Colorado, Chris from Cincinnati. At the threshold, we are enthusiastic- hugging each other, feeling strong, gulling down ongiri. The...
by Chris Clements | Oct 12, 2018 | Uncategorized
Synanthrope (from the Greek syn-, “together with” + anthropos, “man”) is a member of a species of wild animals and plants of various kinds that live near, and may benefit from, an association with humans. This time of year you simply have to be...
by Chris Clements | Sep 28, 2018 | Uncategorized
Any visitor to Imago would have probably agreed that the kitchen, while functioning, could definitely use some love. Well, love it got – and thanks to that love it looks amazing now. We are incredibly grateful to the group of donors who provided the funds to...
by Chris Clements | Sep 26, 2018 | Uncategorized
Just in case you’ve been wondering what we’ve been doing so far this year, well the answer is lots. You can get an in-depth look at the first half of 2018 with an emphasis on our youth in nature programs on our latest newsletter. Check it out! You can...
by Chris Clements | Sep 17, 2018 | MITW, Uncategorized
A big thank you to all of the amazing people that came out and supported Imago at Music in the Woods. We had a record crowd this year (over 300 people) who came to enjoy great food, beer, an amazing silent auction, friends, dancing and music on a beautiful night! A...
by Chris Clements | Aug 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
From Camp Coordinator, Beth Brown It is the third week of August and I am finally able to get my bearings after an exhausting, fun-filled, and rewarding Summer of camp. Each week we had a different crew of kids with faces familiar and new. I learned an amazing amount...
by Chris Clements | Jul 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
From Summer Camp Intern Olivia Minnie One of the most common difficulties we encounter at summer camp every day is making sure that we don’t get too hot. Now, I’m sure this does not come as a surprise to many, but animals face the same challenge during the hot and...
by Chris Clements | Jul 10, 2018 | Uncategorized
Imago is blessed with many different people and organizations that make our mission possible. One such donor (who has asked to remain anonymous) has been instrumental in supporting our afterschool, “Outdoor Explorer” programs. Through their support Imago...
by Chris Clements | Jul 7, 2018 | Uncategorized
Two years ago Imago installed a pollinator/butterfly garden right outside the front door as a way to beautify the space and also teach about native plant and insect species. The garden is absolutely BOOMING and full of life right now. Our summer camp intern, Hannah...
by Chris Clements | Jul 3, 2018 | Uncategorized
In this last half year, Imago has offered more great nature experiences for youth than ever before. Through school partnerships, group programs, summer camps, and afterschool clubs, Imago has served youth from all over the city and worked closely with our partners to...
