Hi there, campers! This is the spot to find info about Camp Yampire 9.0: VIRTUAL STATE FAIR! Registration for 9.0 was done directly through ZOOM.
It all went down on Labor Day weekend, September 5th-7th.
Camp Yampire: Virtual State Fair!
Step right up, folks! In direct response to the cancellation of State Fairs around the country, Camp Yampire 9.0, a free, virtual summer camp for adults, brings you a Virtual State Fair experience like never before. Free to attend, and 100% virtual, we have over 150 interactive and fun events to join into over Labor Day weekend! September 5th-7th is a special "State Fair Edition" of Camp Yampire, and individuals from states around the US are volunteering their time and talent to bring the sights, sounds, smells, thrills, and excitement of the State Fair to living rooms around the world.
Rather than webinars, campers log in to visit the Camp Yampire "Midway" and pop from breakout room to breakout room, exploring activities like butter carving, pie baking, sand art, livestock viewing, aviary tours, rodeo, circus performers, carnival games and midway rides, a virtual corn maze, live music, an array of fried foods, chili cook off, and SO much more! The jam-packed weekend of interactive fun runs from 12pm-12am on Saturday, 12pm-10pm on Sunday, and 12pm-8pm on Monday, with something new happening every 30min.
Camp Yampire has a mission of being inclusive and spreading joy. Those that have volunteered their time and talent hope that by holding a Virtual State Fair on zoom, a hearty substitute can be found in response to cancellation. Fascinatingly, each camp counselor is bringing their own state's unique activity to the space, meaning we are not just re-creating the essence of one state's State Fair, but a culmination of states all over the nation, joining together over fried foods and fun.
Our main events for Camp Yampire 9.0's Virtual State Fair include: Housepet Show & Tell, Virtual Rodeo, Nickname Academy, Carnival of Kindness, A Nation of Creators: Artist Showcase, a live circus-themed murder-mystery, State Fair trivia, State Flower Art & Happy Hour, Campfire Storytelling, Scavenger Hunt: Great State Fair, Marshmallow Building Competition, Jeopardy - Name that Song Lyric!, Fair for Dayz: The Quest for the Blue Ribbon, Community Meal: Share Your Harvest, Camper Crafting Hour, State Bird Happy Hour, Awards Show & Camper Showcase, and nightly fireworks shows that culminate in glow dance parties to Latin beats and 80's jams! It's free, it's fun, it's safe and socially-distanced State Fair celebration at it's finest! Let's make the most of our time indoors, together.
*The emojis to the left and the right of our promo card activites are meant to show you the vibe of the event - challenge yourself to do one of each of these during your weekend.
Rather than webinars, campers log in to visit the Camp Yampire "Midway" and pop from breakout room to breakout room, exploring activities like butter carving, pie baking, sand art, livestock viewing, aviary tours, rodeo, circus performers, carnival games and midway rides, a virtual corn maze, live music, an array of fried foods, chili cook off, and SO much more! The jam-packed weekend of interactive fun runs from 12pm-12am on Saturday, 12pm-10pm on Sunday, and 12pm-8pm on Monday, with something new happening every 30min.
Camp Yampire has a mission of being inclusive and spreading joy. Those that have volunteered their time and talent hope that by holding a Virtual State Fair on zoom, a hearty substitute can be found in response to cancellation. Fascinatingly, each camp counselor is bringing their own state's unique activity to the space, meaning we are not just re-creating the essence of one state's State Fair, but a culmination of states all over the nation, joining together over fried foods and fun.
Our main events for Camp Yampire 9.0's Virtual State Fair include: Housepet Show & Tell, Virtual Rodeo, Nickname Academy, Carnival of Kindness, A Nation of Creators: Artist Showcase, a live circus-themed murder-mystery, State Fair trivia, State Flower Art & Happy Hour, Campfire Storytelling, Scavenger Hunt: Great State Fair, Marshmallow Building Competition, Jeopardy - Name that Song Lyric!, Fair for Dayz: The Quest for the Blue Ribbon, Community Meal: Share Your Harvest, Camper Crafting Hour, State Bird Happy Hour, Awards Show & Camper Showcase, and nightly fireworks shows that culminate in glow dance parties to Latin beats and 80's jams! It's free, it's fun, it's safe and socially-distanced State Fair celebration at it's finest! Let's make the most of our time indoors, together.
*The emojis to the left and the right of our promo card activites are meant to show you the vibe of the event - challenge yourself to do one of each of these during your weekend.
Saturday, September 5th at 12:00PM EDT:
Camp Yampire: Opening Ceremony!
Let's get 9.0 started right! Take the camper pledge, review the weekend fun, and light the Camp Yampire flame of our Virtual State Fair!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Energy and excitement!
Let's get 9.0 started right! Take the camper pledge, review the weekend fun, and light the Camp Yampire flame of our Virtual State Fair!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Energy and excitement!
Saturday, September 5th at 12:30PM EDT:
Nickname Academy with Camp Counselor Pie & that Cool Bear, Grizz!
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 12:30PM EDT.
Would you like a camp nickname? Pie & Grizz have got your back.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your imagination!
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 12:30PM EDT.
Would you like a camp nickname? Pie & Grizz have got your back.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your imagination!
Saturday, September 5th at 1:00PM EDT:
Monica Baker & Michelle Smith's "Virtual Collaborative Quilt Workshop!"
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 1:00PM EDT.
Join campers turned GCC's Monica & Michelle for an amazing virtual experience! Campers will create a virtual quilt square (or 2 or 10) that represents themselves, their cultural backgrounds, their hobbies, their passions, anything they want, and we will "sew" them together to represent the awesome diversity of our campers.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Any art supplies you want to use to make a quilt square including paper, fabric, markers, pens, paint, etc. It's totally up to you! You can also make your square virtually on any art program. Whatever you choose, you'll have to be able to upload an image of it and send via zoom to chat to Monica & Michelle.
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 1:00PM EDT.
Join campers turned GCC's Monica & Michelle for an amazing virtual experience! Campers will create a virtual quilt square (or 2 or 10) that represents themselves, their cultural backgrounds, their hobbies, their passions, anything they want, and we will "sew" them together to represent the awesome diversity of our campers.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Any art supplies you want to use to make a quilt square including paper, fabric, markers, pens, paint, etc. It's totally up to you! You can also make your square virtually on any art program. Whatever you choose, you'll have to be able to upload an image of it and send via zoom to chat to Monica & Michelle.
Saturday, September 5th at 1:00PM EDT:
Drew Gorzen's "State Fair Sand Art Workshop" (No Sand Required!)
This session takes place in two parts on both Saturday the 5th & Sunday the 6th!
PT I: 1:00PM EDT
PT II: 5:00PM EDT
For those of us who were not good at the games, the sand bottle art station was the best way to leave the fair with a souvenir!
This session will take place in 2 parts. First, we will be preparing our "colored sand" using salt & food coloring in PT I at 1:00PM EDT. The sand will need a few hours to dry, so we will come back for part II at 5:00PM EDT to create our sand art, whether it be a sand bottle, a sand painting, or any other sand craft that you'd like to do! Drew (Pine Arrow) has got your back!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
To create the sand: craft sand OR 1-2 big containers of table salt and food coloring; measuring cups, plastic gloves, & plastic bags. A medium for your art: for example, decorative bottles/jars or paper & glue. Spoons, plates/tubs, and small funnels are also helpful.
This session takes place in two parts on both Saturday the 5th & Sunday the 6th!
PT I: 1:00PM EDT
PT II: 5:00PM EDT
For those of us who were not good at the games, the sand bottle art station was the best way to leave the fair with a souvenir!
This session will take place in 2 parts. First, we will be preparing our "colored sand" using salt & food coloring in PT I at 1:00PM EDT. The sand will need a few hours to dry, so we will come back for part II at 5:00PM EDT to create our sand art, whether it be a sand bottle, a sand painting, or any other sand craft that you'd like to do! Drew (Pine Arrow) has got your back!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
To create the sand: craft sand OR 1-2 big containers of table salt and food coloring; measuring cups, plastic gloves, & plastic bags. A medium for your art: for example, decorative bottles/jars or paper & glue. Spoons, plates/tubs, and small funnels are also helpful.
Saturday, September 5th at 1:00PM EDT:
Tim Sonnier's "Let's Play Carnival Games!"
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and awesome individual Tim Sonnier wants to play some awesome carnival games with you! Some will be games of chance, others, of skill. Campers will take turns sharing their screens and watch one another play the same game (you can vote on what you play!) The one with the highest score wins a virtual prize!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
The capability to share your screen to compete - you will need to be a co-host to do so! *You can also play on your own and share your score with campers just for fun!
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and awesome individual Tim Sonnier wants to play some awesome carnival games with you! Some will be games of chance, others, of skill. Campers will take turns sharing their screens and watch one another play the same game (you can vote on what you play!) The one with the highest score wins a virtual prize!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
The capability to share your screen to compete - you will need to be a co-host to do so! *You can also play on your own and share your score with campers just for fun!
Saturday, September 5th at 1:00PM EDT:
DIY State Fair Foods!
Create some delicious State Fair grub with us - we will be making corn dogs!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Hot dogs (we'll be using nathan's), skewers or wooden chopsticks, oil (peanut is best but canola works too,) a large skillet, tons, paper towels for the batter: cornmeal (not stone ground), honey, flour, salt, baking soda, sugar, eggs, milk. optional: air fryer
Create some delicious State Fair grub with us - we will be making corn dogs!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Hot dogs (we'll be using nathan's), skewers or wooden chopsticks, oil (peanut is best but canola works too,) a large skillet, tons, paper towels for the batter: cornmeal (not stone ground), honey, flour, salt, baking soda, sugar, eggs, milk. optional: air fryer
Saturday, September 5th at 1:00PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Alabama!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Alabama and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Alabama and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Saturday, September 5th at 1:00PM EDT:
Music of State Faiirs Past: 98 Degrees & Boyz II Men!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of 98 Degrees & Boyz II Men at the Washington State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of 98 Degrees & Boyz II Men at the Washington State Fair!
Saturday, September 5th at 1:30PM EDT:
Kayla Delane's "Positive Tunes!"
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 1:30PM EDT.
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and beautiful soul Kayla Delane (Braveheart) is here to bring some positive, smile-inducing tunes to your day. Has it been a rough week/month/2020? Kayla has got your back - come as you are for unconditional support, and bring your songs and stories, or just listen and receive kindness through song.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your love of music and your songs of hope!
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 1:30PM EDT.
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and beautiful soul Kayla Delane (Braveheart) is here to bring some positive, smile-inducing tunes to your day. Has it been a rough week/month/2020? Kayla has got your back - come as you are for unconditional support, and bring your songs and stories, or just listen and receive kindness through song.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your love of music and your songs of hope!
Saturday, September 5th at 1:30PM EDT:
Felicity Meza-Luna's, "Camp Yampire State Fair "Make & Take" Swag!"
*This session repeats on Monday, september 7th at 1:30PM EDT.
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor and beautiful genius Felicity (Electric Wanbli) for some Fall time swag creation! Bring your shirts, handkerchiefs, hats or what you'd like to make into Yampire State Fair themed works of wearable art. Don't forget your puff paints or fabric markers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
A wearable item to decorate: Tshirt, hat, handkerchief, visor, fanny pack, etc. Fabric friendly art medium such as fabric ink pens and/or puff paints.
*This session repeats on Monday, september 7th at 1:30PM EDT.
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor and beautiful genius Felicity (Electric Wanbli) for some Fall time swag creation! Bring your shirts, handkerchiefs, hats or what you'd like to make into Yampire State Fair themed works of wearable art. Don't forget your puff paints or fabric markers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
A wearable item to decorate: Tshirt, hat, handkerchief, visor, fanny pack, etc. Fabric friendly art medium such as fabric ink pens and/or puff paints.
Saturday, September 5th at 1:30PM EDT:
Jana Spiller's, "State Flare With a Crunchy Flair!"
*This session repeats on Monday, September 7th at 3:00PM EDT.
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor and mermaid in training Jana Spillers for a state fair-themed essential oils DIY: oil rub for achey legs and feet, a tummy grumbles roller, home made hand sanitizer spray, candy scented diffuser bombs and a first aid kit.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
- Bug bites roller: Lavender, Chamomile, Copaiba and Purification essential oils
- Tummy Tamer: Digize and Tummygize essential oil blends, Arnica Pellets
- Ouchies: Owie essential oil blend
- Burns and everything else: Lavender essential oil
- Achey Legs Roller: Lemongrass, Cypress, Clove, Eucalyptus, Balsam, Lavender and Frankincense essential oils
- Hand sanitizer/Surface Spray: Thieves, rubbing alcohol & Aloe juice
Sweet Treat Diffuser Blends:
- Cotton Candy (grapefruit essential oil, Ylang Ylang, Stress Away blend)
- Candy Corn (orange essential oil, cinnamon Bark oil, Frankincense)
- Fruity Pebbles (Grapefruit or Citrus Fresh, Bergamot)
Helpful Links from Jana:
Oils: http://tinyurl.com/bishopessentials
Arnica https://amzn.to/31O04tX
Spray bottles/Rollers https://amzn.to/2YXxQuZ
*This session repeats on Monday, September 7th at 3:00PM EDT.
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor and mermaid in training Jana Spillers for a state fair-themed essential oils DIY: oil rub for achey legs and feet, a tummy grumbles roller, home made hand sanitizer spray, candy scented diffuser bombs and a first aid kit.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
- Bug bites roller: Lavender, Chamomile, Copaiba and Purification essential oils
- Tummy Tamer: Digize and Tummygize essential oil blends, Arnica Pellets
- Ouchies: Owie essential oil blend
- Burns and everything else: Lavender essential oil
- Achey Legs Roller: Lemongrass, Cypress, Clove, Eucalyptus, Balsam, Lavender and Frankincense essential oils
- Hand sanitizer/Surface Spray: Thieves, rubbing alcohol & Aloe juice
Sweet Treat Diffuser Blends:
- Cotton Candy (grapefruit essential oil, Ylang Ylang, Stress Away blend)
- Candy Corn (orange essential oil, cinnamon Bark oil, Frankincense)
- Fruity Pebbles (Grapefruit or Citrus Fresh, Bergamot)
Helpful Links from Jana:
Oils: http://tinyurl.com/bishopessentials
Arnica https://amzn.to/31O04tX
Spray bottles/Rollers https://amzn.to/2YXxQuZ
Saturday, September 5th at 1:30PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Alaska!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Alaska and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Alaska and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Saturday, September 5th at 1:30PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: Pentatonix
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Pentatonix at the Iowa State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Pentatonix at the Iowa State Fair!
Saturday, September 5th at 2:00PM EDT:
Lynette Negron: BellyDance With Lindy!
*This sessions repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 2:00pm EDT.
Please welcome new Guest Camp Counselor, Lynette Negron! And shhhhh - she will unveil the secrets of world famous BellyDancers! This workshop will guide you thru secret basic Bellydance techniques & drills. You’ll learn sensual
arm movements, fire Shimmies and hip moves!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Comfortable clothing and a big smile! Come as you are! You can BellyDance standing or sitting on a safe chair.
*This sessions repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 2:00pm EDT.
Please welcome new Guest Camp Counselor, Lynette Negron! And shhhhh - she will unveil the secrets of world famous BellyDancers! This workshop will guide you thru secret basic Bellydance techniques & drills. You’ll learn sensual
arm movements, fire Shimmies and hip moves!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Comfortable clothing and a big smile! Come as you are! You can BellyDance standing or sitting on a safe chair.
Saturday, September 5th at 2:00PM EDT:
William Muentes' "Old-Timey Organ Music!"
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor and excellent pianist William Muentes as he delights your eardrums with some old-timey organ music - you know, the kind you might hear if you were riding a carousel? It's just plain fun, don't miss it!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your love of whimsical and nostalgic music!
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor and excellent pianist William Muentes as he delights your eardrums with some old-timey organ music - you know, the kind you might hear if you were riding a carousel? It's just plain fun, don't miss it!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your love of whimsical and nostalgic music!
Saturday, September 5th at 2:00PM EDT:
Hot Air Balloon Ride With Camp Counselor Pie!
Let's suspend our disbelief for a half-hour and go flying through the clouds in a virtual hot air balloon!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Fan for creating a breeze, a virtual background of a hot air balloon, a piece of cardboard, some string, and your favorite songs that have the word "balloon" or "fly" in them!
Let's suspend our disbelief for a half-hour and go flying through the clouds in a virtual hot air balloon!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Fan for creating a breeze, a virtual background of a hot air balloon, a piece of cardboard, some string, and your favorite songs that have the word "balloon" or "fly" in them!
Saturday, September 5th at 2:00PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Arizona!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Arizona and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Arizona and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Saturday, September 5th at 2:00PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: Creedence Clearwater
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Creedence Clearwater at the Indiana State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Creedence Clearwater at the Indiana State Fair!
Saturday, September 5th at 2:30PM EDT:
National Parks Hike With Camp Counselor Pie!
Let's hike the Lost Mine Trail at Big Bend National Park together!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Love of nature!
Let's hike the Lost Mine Trail at Big Bend National Park together!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Love of nature!
Saturday, September 5th at 2:30PM EDT:
Kayla Delane's "DIY Fair Food: Funnel Cakes!"
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 2:30PM EDT.
Funnel cakes are iconic and deceptively easy-to-make fair food!
Bring a pre-made one and eat along, or join Kayla (Braveheart) in cooking a delicious State Fair fried treat!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
A deep pan or pot (cast iron would work great), cooking oil, ¼ cup milk,
1 egg, 1 tablespoon water, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, ¾ teaspoon baking powder, 1 pinch salt, ½ cup all purpose flour, 4 Tablespoons powdered sugar
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 2:30PM EDT.
Funnel cakes are iconic and deceptively easy-to-make fair food!
Bring a pre-made one and eat along, or join Kayla (Braveheart) in cooking a delicious State Fair fried treat!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
A deep pan or pot (cast iron would work great), cooking oil, ¼ cup milk,
1 egg, 1 tablespoon water, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, ¾ teaspoon baking powder, 1 pinch salt, ½ cup all purpose flour, 4 Tablespoons powdered sugar
Saturday, September 5th at 2:00PM EDT:
Needle Felting With Camp Counselor Yam!
Let's get crafty, campers! Ever tried needle felting? It's taking wool and jabbing it into shapes with needles - fun to make, and fun to watch! We'll be making tiny, and easy-to make State Fair foods to decorate your space!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
For the cotton candy: wool roving in your color of choice (we're using white, blue, and pink), needle felting needles of various types (your choice), scissors, craft glue, plastic eyes for needle felting, foam pad. For the hot dog: wool roving in your color of choice (we're using brown, yellow, burnt orange, and red).
*Felting kits for beginners are available online
Let's get crafty, campers! Ever tried needle felting? It's taking wool and jabbing it into shapes with needles - fun to make, and fun to watch! We'll be making tiny, and easy-to make State Fair foods to decorate your space!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
For the cotton candy: wool roving in your color of choice (we're using white, blue, and pink), needle felting needles of various types (your choice), scissors, craft glue, plastic eyes for needle felting, foam pad. For the hot dog: wool roving in your color of choice (we're using brown, yellow, burnt orange, and red).
*Felting kits for beginners are available online
Saturday, September 5th at 2:30PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of California!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of California and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of California and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Saturday, September 5th at 2:30PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: Kraig Parker, Elvis Impersonator
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a
performance of Kraig Parker at the Texas State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a
performance of Kraig Parker at the Texas State Fair!
Saturday, September 5th at 3:00PM EDT:
Nora Carabot's "Remote Education in the Time of Covid!"
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 5th at 3:00PM EDT.
Educators, this is the session for you! Nora will review many helpful technology resources available to use in the classroom for teachers of any subject. Not an educator? Join to provide helpful opinions and ideas as a student, or as a caregiver to an educator or student.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your questions, your anecdotes, and your tips for remote education!
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 5th at 3:00PM EDT.
Educators, this is the session for you! Nora will review many helpful technology resources available to use in the classroom for teachers of any subject. Not an educator? Join to provide helpful opinions and ideas as a student, or as a caregiver to an educator or student.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your questions, your anecdotes, and your tips for remote education!
Saturday, September 5th at 3:00PM EDT:
Joe Cahill's "Step Right Up, Folks! It's Carnival Games!"
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 3:00pm EDT.
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and the nicest guy you'll meet, join Joe for interactive carnival games!! Some will be games of chance, others, of skill. Campers will take turns sharing their screens and watch one another play the same game (you can vote on what you play!)
The one with the highest score wins a virtual prize!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
The capability to share your screen to compete - you will need to be a co-host to do so! *You can also play on your own and share your score with campers just for fun!
*This session repeats on Sunday, September 6th at 3:00pm EDT.
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and the nicest guy you'll meet, join Joe for interactive carnival games!! Some will be games of chance, others, of skill. Campers will take turns sharing their screens and watch one another play the same game (you can vote on what you play!)
The one with the highest score wins a virtual prize!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
The capability to share your screen to compete - you will need to be a co-host to do so! *You can also play on your own and share your score with campers just for fun!
Saturday, September 5th at 3:00PM EDT:
Mary-Beth Trautwein's "Pie Bake-Off!"
Make a pie, sweet or savory, to the bake-off! Do you have a unique recipe or flavor? Share it with us! Not a baker? Come with your questions or bring a picture we can drool over. Cakes are welcome too. Think about these traditional judging criteria categories when you chose which pie to make: pre-slice/first impression, after slice impression, first taste, flavor/closer look, mouthfeel, crust, overall impression, creativity
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Everyone interested in pies (and cakes) is welcome. Ideally people will bake ahead of time and share during the session (or take a photo and share). If they can't bake or didn't bake thats ok too. Have a photo or a story.
Make a pie, sweet or savory, to the bake-off! Do you have a unique recipe or flavor? Share it with us! Not a baker? Come with your questions or bring a picture we can drool over. Cakes are welcome too. Think about these traditional judging criteria categories when you chose which pie to make: pre-slice/first impression, after slice impression, first taste, flavor/closer look, mouthfeel, crust, overall impression, creativity
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Everyone interested in pies (and cakes) is welcome. Ideally people will bake ahead of time and share during the session (or take a photo and share). If they can't bake or didn't bake thats ok too. Have a photo or a story.
Saturday, September 5th at 3:00PM EDT:
DIY State Fair Foods: Caramel Apples!
A classic state fair food, we will be making delicious caramel apple treats - join us!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
You can melt caramels in a double boiler or a fondue pot and that tastes best, but for the sake of time, we will be using store-bought caramel dip and/or caramel sauce.
For the fireball apple: melon baller or knife, fireball small bottles (nips).
For the butterbeer apple: heath bars, butter, peanuts, skillet to saute peanuts in butter
For the apple pie apple: cinnamon, ginger snaps, graham crackers, melted white chocolate
For the smores apple: mini marshmallows, dark chocolate chips, graham crackers
A classic state fair food, we will be making delicious caramel apple treats - join us!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
You can melt caramels in a double boiler or a fondue pot and that tastes best, but for the sake of time, we will be using store-bought caramel dip and/or caramel sauce.
For the fireball apple: melon baller or knife, fireball small bottles (nips).
For the butterbeer apple: heath bars, butter, peanuts, skillet to saute peanuts in butter
For the apple pie apple: cinnamon, ginger snaps, graham crackers, melted white chocolate
For the smores apple: mini marshmallows, dark chocolate chips, graham crackers
Saturday, September 5th at 3:00PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Colorado!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Colorado and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Colorado and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Saturday, September 5th at 3:00PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: Why Don't We?
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a
performance of Why Don't We? at the Minnesota State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a
performance of Why Don't We? at the Minnesota State Fair!
Saturday, September 5th at 3:30PM EDT:
Indoor Photo & Video Scavenger Hunt: Re-Creating the Great State Fair!
Download the Goosechase app & join us for a video & photo scavenger hunt - the team with the most points wins cash! Our theme for 9.0 is "state fair," so use what you have around your home to re-create iconic fair moments!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Please download the Goosechase App beforehand, so we minimize wait time to begin the scavenger hunt.
Download the Goosechase app & join us for a video & photo scavenger hunt - the team with the most points wins cash! Our theme for 9.0 is "state fair," so use what you have around your home to re-create iconic fair moments!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Please download the Goosechase App beforehand, so we minimize wait time to begin the scavenger hunt.
Saturday, September 5th at 5:00PM EDT:
Lindsey McKee's "DIY Fair Food: Mini-Donuts!"
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and skilled artisan Lindsey McKee is turning in her knitting cap for a chef's hat to make some delightful fried food that is a staple at fairs. That's right, it's
mini-donuts! Annnnd they are super delicious and easy to make!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
For the donuts: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, unsalted butter, softened, eggs, vanilla extract, buttermilk. For the coating: cinnamon, sugar. Optional: mini donut maker
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and skilled artisan Lindsey McKee is turning in her knitting cap for a chef's hat to make some delightful fried food that is a staple at fairs. That's right, it's
mini-donuts! Annnnd they are super delicious and easy to make!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
For the donuts: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, unsalted butter, softened, eggs, vanilla extract, buttermilk. For the coating: cinnamon, sugar. Optional: mini donut maker
Saturday, September 5th at 5:00PM EDT:
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and kind soul Lordy Belance is here to get your creative juices flowing with creative writing! Bring your projects, or if you need some inspiration, Lordy has some excellent prompts to motivate & encourage. Let's write, campers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Writing utensils and paper, or your laptop if you are writing digitally. Also, your projects you may be working on!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Writing utensils and paper, or your laptop if you are writing digitally. Also, your projects you may be working on!
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor Daniel and musical genius, aka Neko-Dan, as he switches a musical instrument for one of a camera variety to teach the basics of videography - light, sound, angles, simple edits, and more! Whether you plan to join with a professional camera or your cell phone, Daniel is here for you!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
A video camera and/or your phone
MATERIALS NEEDED:
A video camera and/or your phone
Saturday, September 5th at 5:00PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Florida!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Florida and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Florida and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Saturday, September 5th at 5:00PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: Vanilla Ice
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a
performance of Vanilla Ice at the Iowa State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a
performance of Vanilla Ice at the Iowa State Fair!
Saturday, September 5th at 5:30PM EDT:
Hey, got a DSLR lying around collecting dust and don't know how to use it? Pop into this class with camper turned Guest Camp Counselor Calvin Chung (Pupperpups), along with your favorite beverage, and we will cover the main modes of using a camera in manual to get the picture you want!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring your dslr camera, and your questions!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring your dslr camera, and your questions!
Saturday, September 5th at 5:30PM EDT:
Returning Guest Camp Counselors Tiffany (Ms. Taffy) and Drew (Pine Arrow) are teaming up to lead campers through a virtual corn maze! You'll have to work together to make it through before time runs out! Don't miss this iconic State Fair activity!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your sense of adventure!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your sense of adventure!
Saturday, September 5th at 5:30PM EDT:
Saturday, September 5th at 5:30PM EDT:
Saturday, September 5th at 5:30PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Georgia!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Georgia and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Georgia and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Saturday, September 5th at 5:30PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: Andre Cymone
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a
performance of Andre Cymone at the Minnesota State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a
performance of Andre Cymone at the Minnesota State Fair!
Saturday, September 5th at 6:00PM EDT:
Join personal trainer and badass Chris Wisdom for a workout that is open to all skill levels and requires no equipment! After the workout (Chris will tailor the session to those in the room so don't be intimidated!), there will be some incredibly beneficial personalized fitness counseling for campers.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
To join the workout, make sure you have space to move & wear comfy clothes. For fitness counseling, bring your questions!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
To join the workout, make sure you have space to move & wear comfy clothes. For fitness counseling, bring your questions!
Saturday, September 5th at 6:00PM EDT:
Join artist extraordinaire Ella Polo for some still life drawing! Bring a selection of items to arrange and sketch, or draw what Ella provides for you. Let's get creative, campers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Paper charcoal pens, and/or sketching tools of choice.
Optional: things to arrange & draw!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Paper charcoal pens, and/or sketching tools of choice.
Optional: things to arrange & draw!
Saturday, September 5th at 6:00PM EDT:
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor and technology innovator Adriana Chavez for a beginner-friendly introduction to ML using Google's Teachable Machine. She will go over how to train a model, and then use it to power a neat state-fair themed project. Curiosity and a willingness to learn are the only pre-requsites!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Adriana will be using google's teachable machine. so a gmail account will be helpful, but is not required.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Adriana will be using google's teachable machine. so a gmail account will be helpful, but is not required.
Saturday, September 5th at 6:00PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Illinois!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to watch a Demolition Derby at the state fair in the state of Illinois and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to watch a Demolition Derby at the state fair in the state of Illinois and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Saturday, September 5th at 6:00PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: Skillet
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a
performance of Skillet at the Texas State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a
performance of Skillet at the Texas State Fair!
Saturday, September 5th at 6:30PM EDT:
In just under an hour, you will work together to write a song with musician and musical genius Neko-Dan - give us your words, suggest some rhymes, play a tune if you know an instrument, or just hang around and throw support at the contributors. Jam on and create something beautiful together!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your creativity!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your creativity!
Saturday, September 5th at 6:30PM EDT:
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and beloved friend of the bees, Kristy Pace, loves teaching people how to protect our buzzing friends! In this chat, she will share a short presentation on bees, and campers can hear a bit about natural beekeeping and ask all those apiary questions you've always wondered about.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Why, questions about bees, of course!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Why, questions about bees, of course!
Saturday, September 5th at 6:30PM EDT:
Join Lindsey and Calvin by the bonfire for an epic smores tasting - use what supplies you have on hand, or just enjoy the fire and company of these two awesome individuals!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring your smores supplies of choice for the tasting. go classic with graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate. then, mix it up with different types of chocolate, fruits, jellies, and nutella. You can use your oven, a gas stop top, or open flame to cook your marshmallows!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring your smores supplies of choice for the tasting. go classic with graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate. then, mix it up with different types of chocolate, fruits, jellies, and nutella. You can use your oven, a gas stop top, or open flame to cook your marshmallows!
Sunday, September 6th at 6:30PM EDT:
Kat Warwick's "Exclusive Studio Tour & Artist Q&A"
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your questions for this amazing artist!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your questions for this amazing artist!
Sunday, September 6th at 6:30PM EDT:
Anthony & Alicia Vaccaro's "Backyard Beekeeping in the Time of Corona"
Enjoy an interactive presentation with an introduction to bee keeping, bee facts, and an up close and personal look at the bee keeping experience!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Interest in bees!
Enjoy an interactive presentation with an introduction to bee keeping, bee facts, and an up close and personal look at the bee keeping experience!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Interest in bees!
Sunday, September 6th at 6:30PM EDT:
Andy Ainley's, "The Stories Behind the Art We Love!"
Join art lover Andy for a heartfelt conversation about the pieces that have influenced our lives.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Photos or physical pieces of art that mean something to you, and the story that comes with it.
Join art lover Andy for a heartfelt conversation about the pieces that have influenced our lives.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Photos or physical pieces of art that mean something to you, and the story that comes with it.
Sunday, September 6th at 6:30PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Tennessee!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Tennessee and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Tennessee and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Sunday, September 6th at 6:30PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: Air Supply
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Air Supply at the New York State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Air Supply at the New York State Fair!
Sunday, September 6th at 7:00PM EDT:
People's Playback: Magical Memories!
Back by camper demand, please join the talented and inspiring theatre group, People's Playback, for a experience in playback theatre, an improvisational form where campers share stories from their lives. Then, movement, music and dialogue
are used to play them back, capturing the essence of the
story and bringing us all closer to our common humanity.
The theme for the evening's show will be "Magical Memories"
MATERIALS NEEDED:
An open heart and good vibes
Back by camper demand, please join the talented and inspiring theatre group, People's Playback, for a experience in playback theatre, an improvisational form where campers share stories from their lives. Then, movement, music and dialogue
are used to play them back, capturing the essence of the
story and bringing us all closer to our common humanity.
The theme for the evening's show will be "Magical Memories"
MATERIALS NEEDED:
An open heart and good vibes
Sunday, September 6th at 8:00PM EDT:
Theme Night: Virtual Rodeo!
Yeehaw! Especially in the south, State Fairs regularly come saddled with a rodeo! We'll be doing fun themed activites all night!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Costumes and rodeo-themed virtual backgrounds are highly suggested!
Yeehaw! Especially in the south, State Fairs regularly come saddled with a rodeo! We'll be doing fun themed activites all night!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Costumes and rodeo-themed virtual backgrounds are highly suggested!
Sunday, September 6th at 8:30PM EDT:
Chili Cook Off w/Yam & Pie
Here's how it works: you send us your recipies to campyampire@gmail.com by 9/2 to register for the competition, we make four of them, then do a live taste test and hand out ribbons!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Feel free to make chili alongside us - or submit your recipie to CampYampire@gmail.com by 9/2 to participate in the cook-off itself!
Here's how it works: you send us your recipies to campyampire@gmail.com by 9/2 to register for the competition, we make four of them, then do a live taste test and hand out ribbons!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Feel free to make chili alongside us - or submit your recipie to CampYampire@gmail.com by 9/2 to participate in the cook-off itself!
Sunday, September 6th at 9:30PM EDT:
E-Smores & Campfire Storytelling!
Pitch a tent indoors or out, gear up the firepit (or the top of your gas stove) and let's share stories, new and old.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Optional: tents, supplies for smores, campfire virtual backgrounds, and your stories!
Pitch a tent indoors or out, gear up the firepit (or the top of your gas stove) and let's share stories, new and old.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Optional: tents, supplies for smores, campfire virtual backgrounds, and your stories!
Sunday, September 6th at 10:00PM EDT:
Glow Art Party: Dance & Create!
We love to make art ot music, and what better way to paint than by black light to Latin dance music? Join us, it's a great way to end a Sunday evening.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your glow art supplies if you'll be doing art. Your glow lights, costumes, and energy vibes if you're joining to dance! Optional: Set your virtual backgrounds to GLOW!
We love to make art ot music, and what better way to paint than by black light to Latin dance music? Join us, it's a great way to end a Sunday evening.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your glow art supplies if you'll be doing art. Your glow lights, costumes, and energy vibes if you're joining to dance! Optional: Set your virtual backgrounds to GLOW!
Monday, September 7th at 12:30PM EDT:
Pet Show & Tell w/Yam & Pie
Do you have a presh pet? Time to show off that lil cutie! You bring the cute pet and their life story, we'll bring the blue ribbons!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your pet (live or photos work!) and a story about them that is less than 3min.
Do you have a presh pet? Time to show off that lil cutie! You bring the cute pet and their life story, we'll bring the blue ribbons!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your pet (live or photos work!) and a story about them that is less than 3min.
Monday, September 7th at 1:00PM EDT:
Dr. Aja Holmes' "Carve an Iowa State Butter Cow"
Please welcome new Guest Camp Counselor Dr. Aja Holmes to Camp Yampire! Aja is joining us from Iowa, where the Iowa State fair is famous for the butter cow, this huge life size cow made out of butter! Aja will lead campers through the process of making their own butter cow out of two sticks - this is gonna be fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Two sticks of refrigerator butter (frozen, even), Plastic knife, fork & spoon, 2 wooden kebab sticks, and a Handful of spaghetti
Please welcome new Guest Camp Counselor Dr. Aja Holmes to Camp Yampire! Aja is joining us from Iowa, where the Iowa State fair is famous for the butter cow, this huge life size cow made out of butter! Aja will lead campers through the process of making their own butter cow out of two sticks - this is gonna be fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Two sticks of refrigerator butter (frozen, even), Plastic knife, fork & spoon, 2 wooden kebab sticks, and a Handful of spaghetti
Monday, September 7th at 1:00PM EDT:
Alex's "Virtual Face Painting!"
Step right up, folks! Carnival barker, artist, and exceptional individual Alex is here to make your State Fair face painting dreams a reality! Bring your photo, share it, Alex will paint on it as you watch, and then send it back to you for a unique piece of art!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring a selfie of yourself in png or jpg form to share with Alex via private zoom chat
Step right up, folks! Carnival barker, artist, and exceptional individual Alex is here to make your State Fair face painting dreams a reality! Bring your photo, share it, Alex will paint on it as you watch, and then send it back to you for a unique piece of art!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring a selfie of yourself in png or jpg form to share with Alex via private zoom chat
Monday, September 7th at 1:00PM EDT:
Let's Create: Harvest Art w/Yam
Use what you have around your home to create a piece of art, using your medium of choice!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Fruits and veggies! Optional: watercolors (that's what Yam will be using to create her art)
Use what you have around your home to create a piece of art, using your medium of choice!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Fruits and veggies! Optional: watercolors (that's what Yam will be using to create her art)
Monday, September 7th at 1:00PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Texas!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Texas and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Texas and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Monday, September 7th at 1:00PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: Truckstop Honeymoon
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Truckstop Honeymoon at the Iowa State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Truckstop Honeymoon at the Iowa State Fair!
Monday, September 7th at 1:30PM EDT:
"Patently Stupid" (Jackbox Games) with Neko-Dan!
Neko-Dan wants to play a Jackbox Party pack game with you! Easy to learn and fun to play, this particular game calls upon the invention arenas of the World's Fair - campers will create a new product that solves silly problems. It's creative AND innovative!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
You use your phone to play the game. For the best experience, join zoom via your computer and use your phone as a controller.
Neko-Dan wants to play a Jackbox Party pack game with you! Easy to learn and fun to play, this particular game calls upon the invention arenas of the World's Fair - campers will create a new product that solves silly problems. It's creative AND innovative!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
You use your phone to play the game. For the best experience, join zoom via your computer and use your phone as a controller.
Monday, September 7th at 1:30PM EDT:
A Nation of Creators: Artist Showcase!
We'll be highlighting some amazing artists around the nation, and hope you can bring some of your favorites as well to share with fellow campers. And if you're an artist by hobby or trade? Bring your work and share, now is your time to shine!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring samples, photos, and websites/contact info for your favorite local artists in your state - let's share their talent and encourage the creators in this world!
We'll be highlighting some amazing artists around the nation, and hope you can bring some of your favorites as well to share with fellow campers. And if you're an artist by hobby or trade? Bring your work and share, now is your time to shine!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring samples, photos, and websites/contact info for your favorite local artists in your state - let's share their talent and encourage the creators in this world!
Monday, September 7th at 1:30PM EDT:
Just Dance Now with Camp Counselor, Pie!
Do you love the video game, Just Dance? Us too! Ubisoft has created a version that does not require a console, and that uses your phone as the controller - let's dance, campers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
You will need to download the "Just Dance Now" app, and create an account to play.
Do you love the video game, Just Dance? Us too! Ubisoft has created a version that does not require a console, and that uses your phone as the controller - let's dance, campers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
You will need to download the "Just Dance Now" app, and create an account to play.
Monday, September 7th at 1:30PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Utah!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Utah and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Utah and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Monday, September 7th at 1:30PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: The Offspring
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of The Offspring at the Idaho State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of The Offspring at the Idaho State Fair!
Monday, September 7th at 2:00PM EDT:
Kristy Pace's "Cardboard Loom Weaving!"
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and creative soul Kristy Pace wants to help you learn how to weave beautiful bracelets on a simple cardboard loom. All skill levels are welcome, and this is a perfect State Fair craft that can also be gifted to a loved one!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
A piece of cardboard 10-12" long at least 6" wide; embroidery thread, and a pencil, popsicle, or chopstick
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and creative soul Kristy Pace wants to help you learn how to weave beautiful bracelets on a simple cardboard loom. All skill levels are welcome, and this is a perfect State Fair craft that can also be gifted to a loved one!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
A piece of cardboard 10-12" long at least 6" wide; embroidery thread, and a pencil, popsicle, or chopstick
Monday, September 7th at 2:00PM EDT:
Self-Guided Meditation: Walk of Reflection
Back by popular demand, we will be walking amongst the redwoods to beautiful and relaxing music! Now's the time to reflect, think, meditate, or pray while all campers have their video and mics off. Alone, together.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Find a quiet place and use headphones for the best experience.
Back by popular demand, we will be walking amongst the redwoods to beautiful and relaxing music! Now's the time to reflect, think, meditate, or pray while all campers have their video and mics off. Alone, together.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Find a quiet place and use headphones for the best experience.
Monday, September 7th at 2:00PM EDT:
Edgardo Muentes' "Hablando Espanol!"
It's culturally uniting to communicate in other languages than your primary one. If you do not speak Spanish and would like to learn, speak a little, but would like a refresher, or are fluent and would like to attend and assist others, here is a welcoming and helpful environment to learn & practice Spanish with campers.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring your questions - Edgardo is here to help!
It's culturally uniting to communicate in other languages than your primary one. If you do not speak Spanish and would like to learn, speak a little, but would like a refresher, or are fluent and would like to attend and assist others, here is a welcoming and helpful environment to learn & practice Spanish with campers.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring your questions - Edgardo is here to help!
Monday, September 7th at 2:00PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Vermont!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Vermont and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Vermont and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Monday, September 7th at 2:00PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: Gearheadz
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Gearheadz at the California State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Gearheadz at the California State Fair!
Monday, September 7th at 2:30PM EDT:
Alex's "State Fairs in the Days of Yore"
Join Carnival barker badass and Returning GCC Alex for an exploration into State Fairs of the past...comment on vintage footage from the 30s-80's, and see what activites have stood the test of time. This is a fun one - don't miss it, campers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring your MST3K-esque cleverness to these funny but intriguing short videos, as well as your own memories about the fair.
Join Carnival barker badass and Returning GCC Alex for an exploration into State Fairs of the past...comment on vintage footage from the 30s-80's, and see what activites have stood the test of time. This is a fun one - don't miss it, campers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring your MST3K-esque cleverness to these funny but intriguing short videos, as well as your own memories about the fair.
Monday, September 7th at 2:30PM EDT:
Anthony Ezell's, "Feel-Good Acoustics"
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and talented musician Anthony Ezell is back for 9.0 with more feel-good acoustics! His voice is calming, and his guitar skills will set a great tone for your day.
It's music with a smile, and tunes designed to make you :)
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your phone, so you can use it as a lighter during the tunes! Also, don't forget to un-mute for cheers after songs!
Returning Guest Camp Counselor and talented musician Anthony Ezell is back for 9.0 with more feel-good acoustics! His voice is calming, and his guitar skills will set a great tone for your day.
It's music with a smile, and tunes designed to make you :)
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your phone, so you can use it as a lighter during the tunes! Also, don't forget to un-mute for cheers after songs!
Monday, September 7th at 2:30PM EDT:
Let's Make State Fair Corny Dogs with Bevs!
Join beautiful chef Bevs to make some delightful corny dogs, which may just be a perfect dupe for those famous ones at the TX State Fair! Absolute beginners are welcome! Let's cook!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Hot dogs (we'll be using Nathan's), skewers or wooden chopsticks, oil (peanut is best but canola works) a large skillet, tongs, paper towels for the batter: cornmeal (not stone ground), honey, flour, salt, baking soda, sugar, eggs, milk. Optional: air fryer
Join beautiful chef Bevs to make some delightful corny dogs, which may just be a perfect dupe for those famous ones at the TX State Fair! Absolute beginners are welcome! Let's cook!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Hot dogs (we'll be using Nathan's), skewers or wooden chopsticks, oil (peanut is best but canola works) a large skillet, tongs, paper towels for the batter: cornmeal (not stone ground), honey, flour, salt, baking soda, sugar, eggs, milk. Optional: air fryer
Monday, September 7th at 2:30PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Wisconsin!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Wisconsin and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the state fair in the state of Wisconsin and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Monday, September 7th at 2:30PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: Hmong
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Hmong at the Minnesota State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of Hmong at the Minnesota State Fair!
Monday, September 7th at 3:00PM EDT:
Felicity Meza-Luna's "State Fair-Themed Polymer Clay Sculpting!"
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor & good-hearted individual Felicity (Electric Wanbli) for clay creativity! Craving a hot dog but want to keep it low cal? Do you need a barnyard bud or house hippo in our life? Sculpt your State Fair themed food or friend of choice!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Polymer clay (or play dough/actual clay) Optional: sculpting tool
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor & good-hearted individual Felicity (Electric Wanbli) for clay creativity! Craving a hot dog but want to keep it low cal? Do you need a barnyard bud or house hippo in our life? Sculpt your State Fair themed food or friend of choice!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Polymer clay (or play dough/actual clay) Optional: sculpting tool
Monday, September 7th at 3:00PM EDT:
Andy Ainley's "Let's Explore National Parks!"
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor and nature lover Andy Ainley on a virtual hike through the national parks of the United States. Have a chat and enjoy the stroll, or hop on a treadmill to work up a sweat. Let's move, campers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your love of nature is all you need!
Join returning Guest Camp Counselor and nature lover Andy Ainley on a virtual hike through the national parks of the United States. Have a chat and enjoy the stroll, or hop on a treadmill to work up a sweat. Let's move, campers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your love of nature is all you need!
Monday, September 7th at 3:00PM EDT:
Experience the State Fair of Wyoming!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the Demolition Derby finals in the state of Wyoming and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Watch a youtube experience video with fellow campers to learn about the Demolition Derby finals in the state of Wyoming and comment & reminisce as you join in on the fun!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your memories of the State Fair! These videos are all from the past 5 years, so they may also feel very nostalgic, too!
Monday, September 7th at 3:00PM EDT:
Music of State Fairs Past: The Beach Boys
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of The Beach Boys at the Washington State Fair!
Join our "State Fair Music Streaming Room" at Camp Yampire 9.0 and watch a performance of The Beach Boys at the Washington State Fair!
Monday, September 7th at 3:00PM EDT:
Balloon Art 101 w/Yam & Pie
You can't have a fair without balloons! Let's get creative with it, campers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Balloon pump, "hot dog" balloons for the dog and flower, & small, traditionally shaped balloons for the apple. Optional: scissors
You can't have a fair without balloons! Let's get creative with it, campers!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Balloon pump, "hot dog" balloons for the dog and flower, & small, traditionally shaped balloons for the apple. Optional: scissors
Monday, September 7th at 3:30PM EDT:
Jeopardy Trivia: Name That Song Lyric!
We've tried Jeopardy before, each time a mixed bag. Tell us 30min before we begin if you'd like to join the game, and make sure you know how to use the "raise hand" emoji! We will show you the lyric, you tell us the name of the song and who sang it!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Music trivia knowledge!
We've tried Jeopardy before, each time a mixed bag. Tell us 30min before we begin if you'd like to join the game, and make sure you know how to use the "raise hand" emoji! We will show you the lyric, you tell us the name of the song and who sang it!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Music trivia knowledge!
Monday, September 7th at 3:30PM EDT:
Jackbox Party Games: Bracketeering!
Use your phone as a controller and vote in some epic games of "either/or"!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your cell phone or tablet to use as a controller. These games work best when you can use one screen to watch on zoom, and another as your controller!
Use your phone as a controller and vote in some epic games of "either/or"!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your cell phone or tablet to use as a controller. These games work best when you can use one screen to watch on zoom, and another as your controller!
Monday, September 7th at 4:00PM EDT:
Cookie Decorating Competition w/Yam & Pie
Here's how it works: you join us in the main room with your supplies, and have 15min to create some state fair themed art on your cookie! The only rule is that whatever you put on your cookie has to be edible.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Unfrosted Cookies (large enough to decorate), that are either store-bought or made. Frosting in colors of choice. Optional: piping, paintbrushes, glitter, stencils, cookie cutters.
Here's how it works: you join us in the main room with your supplies, and have 15min to create some state fair themed art on your cookie! The only rule is that whatever you put on your cookie has to be edible.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Unfrosted Cookies (large enough to decorate), that are either store-bought or made. Frosting in colors of choice. Optional: piping, paintbrushes, glitter, stencils, cookie cutters.
Monday, September 7th at 4:00PM EDT:
Jackbox Party Games: Lie Swatter!
Use your phone as a controller and see if you can determine which random facts are true, and which ones are lies!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your cell phone or tablet to use as a controller. These games work best when you can use one screen to watch on zoom, and another as your controller!
Use your phone as a controller and see if you can determine which random facts are true, and which ones are lies!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your cell phone or tablet to use as a controller. These games work best when you can use one screen to watch on zoom, and another as your controller!
Monday, September 7th at 5:00PM EDT:
State Bird Happy Hour!
We'll be doing some trivia, making a bird-themed cocktail, and sketching state birds together!
Materials:
Paper, sketching tools, and drinks of choice!
We'll be doing some trivia, making a bird-themed cocktail, and sketching state birds together!
Materials:
Paper, sketching tools, and drinks of choice!
Monday, September 7th at 5:00PM EDT:
Raquel Oropeza's, "Paint Your Self-Portrait"
Using your paints of choice, Rocky is here to lead you in panting a self-portrait, be it yourself, a pet, or from a photo. All artistic skill levels are welcome!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Paints, brushes, paper, and a mirror to see your face.
Using your paints of choice, Rocky is here to lead you in panting a self-portrait, be it yourself, a pet, or from a photo. All artistic skill levels are welcome!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Paints, brushes, paper, and a mirror to see your face.
Monday, September 7th at 6:00PM EDT:
Guacamole Cook Off w/Yam & Pie
Here's how it works: you send us your recipies to campyampire@gmail.com by 9/2 to register for the competition, we make four of them, then do a live taste test and hand out ribbons - all to the amazing live music of Neko-Dan!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Feel free to make guac alongside us - or submit your recipie to CampYampire@gmail.com by 9/2 to participate in the cook-off itself!
Here's how it works: you send us your recipies to campyampire@gmail.com by 9/2 to register for the competition, we make four of them, then do a live taste test and hand out ribbons - all to the amazing live music of Neko-Dan!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Feel free to make guac alongside us - or submit your recipie to CampYampire@gmail.com by 9/2 to participate in the cook-off itself!
Monday, September 7th at 6:30PM EDT:
Awards Show & Camper Showcase w/Yam & Pie
Did you participate in one of our competitions or showcases over the weekend? Here's where we announce the winners and hand out the virtual blue ribbons!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your energy!
Did you participate in one of our competitions or showcases over the weekend? Here's where we announce the winners and hand out the virtual blue ribbons!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your energy!
Monday, September 7th at 7:00PM EDT:
Midway Storytelling & Farewell Fireworks!
We'll share our stories and thoughts about the weekend, and be dazzled by fireworks!
We'll share our stories and thoughts about the weekend, and be dazzled by fireworks!
Monday, September 7th at 7:30PM EDT:
Camp Yampire: Closing Ceremony!
We'll end our weekend with kind words, douse the Camp Yampire flame, and give a sneak peek into Camp Yampire 10 - then we will say goodbye to 9.0 with a mini glow dance party!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your farewells, 'til next we meet, and your glow gear for one last September dance party.
We'll end our weekend with kind words, douse the Camp Yampire flame, and give a sneak peek into Camp Yampire 10 - then we will say goodbye to 9.0 with a mini glow dance party!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Your farewells, 'til next we meet, and your glow gear for one last September dance party.
Labor Day Weekend, September 5th-7th
Let's Snag Some Thrills With Virtual Carnival Rides at 9.0!
Our clubhouse has been turned into a Midway for 9.0! Join us for virtual thrill rides via screenshare!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring your carnival and theme park ride requests! Also, the larger your screen for this, the more it tricks the mind into thinking you are actually on the ride!
Our clubhouse has been turned into a Midway for 9.0! Join us for virtual thrill rides via screenshare!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Bring your carnival and theme park ride requests! Also, the larger your screen for this, the more it tricks the mind into thinking you are actually on the ride!
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Our next cycle of Camp Yampire is Halloween weekend. Have a great idea for a session or workshop? Let's be in touch.