Sprouts ages 4 and 5 will discover nature through hands-on activities. Spend the day exploring the outdoors through discovery and sensory walks, stories, crafts and much more. Learn about the different insects and animals that live in Wildwood Park’s wetlands. Chaperones are not required to stay with their sprouts. Registration limited to 16 campers. $50 per participant

Monday, June 16 to Wednesday, June 18 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm each day OR 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm each day Click Here to Register for June 16-18

Monday June 30 to Wednesday, July 2 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm each day OR 1:00 pm each day Click Here to Register for June 30-July 2

Spend the day exploring Wiconisco Creek Park. Nature enthusiasts will discover what habitats are found here and learn about the various animals and plants that call this park home. Hands-on activities will include creek exploration and animal and plant identification. Dress for the weather. This camp will take place entirely outdoors. Registration limited to 15 campers.

Tuesday, June 17 – Wednesday, June 18 from 9:00am – 2:00 pm Click Here to Register for June 17-18

Explorers ages 6 to 8 will learn about animal characteristics, investigate aquatic life in Paxton Creek and experience live animals up-close. Each day we will explore a new topic including native plants/flowers, birds, reptiles, rocks/fossils and invertebrates. Hands-on discovery using microscopes, binoculars and lab equipment will inspire curiosity. Nature-themed activities and crafts will be included. Please register for only one week; activities and topics will be repeated. Registration limited to 20 campers. $165 per participant. 9:00 am – 3:00 pm each day

Week 1: Monday, July 14 to Friday, July 18 Click Here to Register for July 14-18

Week 2: Monday, July 21 to Friday, July 25 Click Here to Register for July 21-25

Week 3: Monday, August 4 to Friday, August 8 Click Here to Register for August 4-8

Junior Naturalists ages 9 to 11 interested in the flora and fauna of Wildwood Park will spend the week learning about species identification and natural history. Topics explored include life beneath the water, mammal skulls, amphibians, reptiles, trees and fungi. Discover new habitats while visiting Detweiler Park and enjoy a live animal presentation. Various activities such as hiking, journaling/sketching and specimen collection will also be included. Please register for only one week; activities and topics will be repeated. Registration limited to 20 campers. $165 per participant. 9:00 am – 3:00 pm each day

Week 1: Monday, June 23 to Friday, June 27 Click Here to Register for June 23-27

Week 2: Monday, July 7 to Friday, July 11 Click Here to Register for July 7-11

Outdoor enthusiasts ages 12 to 14 will spend the week in nature exploring the natural world and learning basic wilderness survival skills. Each day will include a hike and digging deeper into a different aspect of survival. Activities may include fire building, wild edibles, water filtration and navigation skills. Discover the importance of teamwork during daily “initiative” challenges and activities. The week will also include an off-site hiking trip and tandem kayaking experience. Registration limited to 18 campers. $165 per participant. 9:00 am – 3:00 pm each day

Monday, July 28 to Friday, August 1 Click Here to Register

• Limited scholarship funds may be available to camp registrants in need of financial assistance. All inquiries must be submitted to Savanna Berry at slenker@dauphincounty.gov between January 22, 2025 and March 28, 2025
• Inquires must include all registration information: Name, phone number, email, camper name, age, camp interested in, drop off/pick up person for camper.
• Scholarship funding provided by Appalachian Audubon Society.