Summer Camp

Grade Level & Class Size
Registration is based on the child’s birthdate. Our Fur, Feathers and Fun camp is intended for 6 and 7 years olds, and campers must be 6 or 7 by August 31. Our Reptiles and Amphibians camp is intended for children 8 to 10 years old, and campers must be 8 to 10 by August 31. Every week of camp is capped at 21 campers.

Fees  
Registration is $250 for each child per week. Friends of the WNC Nature Center Members receive a $25 discount. After Care is $75 per week for Members and Non-members. Fees include program instruction, activities, snacks, all materials, and a camp t-shirt.

Scholarships
The Friends of the WNC Nature Center is offering full scholarships for qualified families to attend 1 week long session of summer camp in 2025. Families that qualify for the Federal TRIO programs will be eligible to enroll in a lottery system for a chance to enroll in camp. Selected candidates will be able to register for camp and can add optional aftercare with no fees charged to the family. Qualifying participants will be chosen at random. The enrollment lottery for scholarships will open the week of February 5 to 12. This will be a separate lottery than the general summer camp enrollment lottery.

After Care   
Families can extend the camp experience with a pick-up time of 5:00 pm instead of 3:00 pm. Children in after care will stay on Nature Center grounds and engage in crafts, games, water activities, and more.

Please PRE-REGISTER for this service when initially registering for camp. It cannot be prorated daily, so pre-register for the entire week and feel free to pick up your camper as it works for your schedule. After-care registration will be available on a first-come, first serve basis with capacity limits each week.

Programs
All program activities will be based on participants’ interests and engagement levels.  Enrolled families will receive detailed information for each camp session via email 2 to 3 weeks prior to the start date, including an outline for the week. All activities are subject to change during the course of the week due to weather conditions, timing, or other factors. 

Special Considerations     
Our primary goal is to provide a safe and positive camp experience for all. Camp staff is unable to provide one-on-one supervision for participants with disabilities, but we would be happy to assist the family in making those arrangements with a care facilitator of your choice. Parents/Guardians are asked to discuss their needs with Education Curator Eli Strull prior to registration.

Cancellations
A fee of $50 will apply to cancellations. 50% of the registration fee will be withheld for cancellations made less than three weeks prior to the session. Allow four to six weeks for refunds to be issued from the time of cancellation.