Ijams Nature Center: Nature Discovery Camp
Exciting explorations, awesome adventures, and delightful discoveries await kids ages 6-9 at Ijams Nature Discovery Camp! Ijams specializes in curating summer camps for curious kids. Whether your child is a budding ecologist, future veterinarian, or an outdoor explorer, Ijams camps offer a unique summer experience. Nature Discovery Camp is the new name of Ijams’ flagship weeklong summer camp program for kids ages 6-9. Campers will explore creeks, hike trails, build shelters, play games, and create arts and crafts, all while developing skills as a team. Groups will be immersed in nature all day and learn about the many unique species and ecosystems that are found at Ijams. All Ijams camp programs are designed and led by environmental educators and naturalists who bring their knowledge of science, nature, and animals on each exciting adventure.
Summer Nature Discovery camps are offered each week. After Care is available for an additional fee.
Session 1 June 6-10
Session 2 June 13-17
Session 3 June 20-24
Session 4 June 27-July 1
Session 5 July 5-8 (No camp Monday due to July 4 Holiday)
Session 6 July 11-15
Session 7 July 18-22
Session 8 July 25-29
The fee for each one-week session is $270 for non-members and $256 for Ijams members. Session 5 is a four-day program due to July 4 holiday. The cost for this program is $216 for non-members and $206 for members. Camp fees include: All activities; Use of all necessary recreation equipment. NOTE: Lunch is NOT provided as part of camp. All participants must bring a lunch and two snacks to camp each day.