Imagine a summer day where creativity flies freely like birds in the sky, where every young person can be an inventor, a game master, and an adventure seeker. Such were our summer days at Ilmatsalu Youth Centre! Throughout the summer, our days are filled with laughter, discoveries, and challenges. Let's take a moment to look back at those colourful and meaningful summer days, which proved that youth creativity is boundless and summer is the best time to express it.
One day, the young people put their imagination to work. They created their own murder mystery and a jar with various questions. These brought joy and excitement to all participants. The day an obstacle course was completed was active for both young people and youth workers. The young people created a very exciting course where they had to climb and maintain balance. Additionally, we cook every Friday, regardless of the number of young people or the weather. For example, on one hot Friday, we baked lasagna. During summer weather, we have also experimented with various fresh salads.
Not everything always runs smoothly during the days – there are also difficult situations to deal with, such as setting boundaries and ensuring the safety of young people. Such moments taught the young people communication, cooperation, and mutual respect.
Summer in Ilmatsalu is exciting. Unforgettable moments, much laughter, and new or even better old friends await the youth and staff. Creativity truly flourishes, and young people can express and develop themselves in a supportive environment throughout the summer. If anyone asks how the summer went, we can always recall how we climbed together, solved mysteries, discovered new flavors, and even amidst the most serious moments, never forgot to enjoy the warmth of the summer sun and each other's company. Half the summer is still ahead, meaning the summer adventures of Ilmatsalu Youth Center continue.
Text: Mari Krüüner, youth worker at Ilmatsalu Youth Center
