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PRE K (Ages 3-4)
GREEN THUMB GARDENERS (9am-12pm)
Discover what it takes to get a green thumb in no time! In this camp, young gardeners will design a garden, plant a seed and unearth secrets of the garden habitat.
JUNE 5-9
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
WONDER BUGS (1pm-4pm)
For young ones who love getting up-close and personal with creepy crawlers! Campers will encounter the small world of bugs as they walk the Paw Paw Nature Trail and explore the pond.
JUNE 5-9
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
RISING KINDERGARTEN
RISING GRADES 1-2
ASTRONOMERS IN TRAINING (9am-4pm)
From constellations to comets, aspiring young astronomers will investigate our solar system and beyond with out-of-this-world activities and exploration in the Discovery Place Nature Planetarium.
JUNE 12-16
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
WILDLIFE RAINBOW (9am-12pm)
Nature is a rainbow! In this camp, young creators will experiment with rainbow colors and themed activities. Each day they will reimagine and recreate elements of nature inspired by rainbows.
JUNE 12-16
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
LITTLE TRAILBLAZERS (1pm-4pm)
Did you know the Paw Paw Nature Trail is home to numerous animals? Campers will unearth all the layers of the 100-year-old forest as they search for animal habitats and learn to build one of their own.
JUNE 12-16
RISING GRADES 1-2
ANIMAL ARCHITECTS (9am-4pm)
Ever wonder how animals build their homes? Campers will examine natural structures and see how animal architects build their complex shelters and then build their own structures and habitats using unique and natural materials.
JUNE 19-23
RISING GRADES 1-2
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES (9am-4pm)
How can animals and humans stay alive in the wild? Campers will learn tricks of the trade and practice outdoor survival skills by building shelters, navigating through the woods and observing animals in their natural habitats.
JUNE 26-30
RISING GRADES 1-2
CSI: CRITTER SCENE INVESTIGATION (9am-4pm)
In this camp, young nature detectives will learn how to read the clues animals leave behind. Using scientific tools and tracking techniques, campers will work together to solve some of nature’s mysteries!
JULY 3-7
RISING GRADES 1-2
WILD WOODS (9am-4pm)
The woods are wild and full of life—from chipmunks to birds, rabbits to squirrels and insects to plants. In this camp, young nature lovers will have close encounters tracking and learning all about native Carolina species and the woods they call home.
JULY 10-14
RISING GRADES 1-2
ASTRONOMERS IN TRAINING (9am-4pm)
From constellations to comets, aspiring young astronomers will investigate our solar system and beyond with out-of-this-world activities and exploration in the Discovery Place Nature Planetarium.
JULY 17-21
RISING GRADES 1-2
ANIMAL ARCHITECTS (9am-4pm)
Ever wonder how animals build their homes? Campers will examine natural structures and see how animal architects build their complex shelters and then build their own structures and habitats using unique and natural materials.
JULY 24-28
RISING GRADES 1-2
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES (9am-4pm)
How can animals and humans stay alive in the wild? Campers will learn tricks of the trade and practice outdoor survival skills by building shelters, navigating through the woods and observing animals in their natural habitats.
JULY 31-AUGUST 4
RISING GRADES 1-2
CSI: CRITTER SCENE INVESTIGATION (9am-4pm)
In this camp, young nature detectives will learn how to read the clues animals leave behind. Using scientific tools and tracking techniques, campers will work together to solve some of nature’s mysteries!
AUGUST 7-11
RISING KINDERGARTEN
BACKYARD DETECTIVES (9am-4pm)
Who else enjoys your backyard? Campers will discover the amazing creatures that share their space and test ways to make their backyard a home to native plants and animals.
JUNE 5-9
RISING KINDERGARTEN
MAGNIFICENT MUD (9am-4pm)
Prepare to get dirty! Young explorers will get hands-on with the great outdoors by digging in the dirt, meeting slippery, slimy animals and having fun with magnificently muddy activities.
JUNE 12-16
RISING KINDERGARTEN
WILD BY NATURE (9am-4pm)
Explore the world from the ground up! Campers will spend the week connecting with nature and taking a closer look at the world around them when they conduct experiments, observe animals and dig in the dirt.
JUNE 19-23
RISING KINDERGARTEN
WONDERFUL WATER (9am-4pm)
It’s a water world! Campers will investigate water habitats in and around Discovery Place Nature as they engage with aquatic plants and animals, splash in the rain and learn all about the importance of water in our world.
JUNE 26-30
RISING KINDERGARTEN
FANTASTIC FLIERS (9am-4pm)
Campers will learn all about flight—from fireflies and bats to humans in airplanes. After uncovering the unique characteristics that amazing animals use to take flight, campers will create their own flying contraptions and prepare for take-off!
JULY 3-7
RISING KINDERGARTEN
BACKYARD DETECTIVES (9am-4pm)
Who else enjoys your backyard? Campers will discover the amazing creatures that share their space and test ways to make their backyard a home to native plants and animals.
JULY 10-14
RISING KINDERGARTEN
MAGNIFICENT MUD (9am-4pm)
Prepare to get dirty! Young explorers will get hands-on with the great outdoors by digging in the dirt, meeting slippery, slimy animals and having fun with magnificently muddy activities.
JULY 17-21
RISING KINDERGARTEN
WILD BY NATURE (9am-4pm)
Explore the world from the ground up! Campers will spend the week connecting with nature and taking a closer look at the world around them when they conduct experiments, observe animals and dig in the dirt.
JULY 24-28
RISING KINDERGARTEN
WONDERFUL WATER (9am-4pm)
Campers will investigate the water habitats in and around Discovery Place Nature as they engage with aquatic plants and animals, splash in the rain, and learn about the importance of water.
JULY 31-AUGUST 4
RISING KINDERGARTEN
FANTASTIC FLIERS (9am-4pm)
Campers will learn all about flight—from fireflies and bats to humans in airplanes. After uncovering the unique characteristics that amazing animals use to take flight, campers will create their own flying contraptions and prepare for take-off!
AUGUST 7-11
RISING KINDERGARTEN
BACKYARD DETECTIVES (9am-4pm)
Who else enjoys your backyard? Campers will discover the amazing creatures that share their space and test ways to make their backyard a home to native plants and animals.
AUGUST 14-18
RISING GRADES 1-2
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Half Day: $175 Members/$200 General
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PRE K (Ages 3-4)
EXPLORING THE NIGHT SKY (9am-12pm)
What happens when the sun goes down and the stars come out? Aspiring astronomers will find out when they explore our solar system, train like astronauts and shine light on animals that stay up all night.
JUNE 19-23
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
WONDER BUGS (1pm-4pm)
For young ones who love getting up-close and personal with creepy crawlers! Campers will encounter the small world of bugs as they walk the Paw Paw Nature Trail and explore the pond.
JUNE 19-23
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
LITTLE TRAILBLAZERS (9am-12pm)
Did you know the Paw Paw Nature Trail is home to numerous animals? Campers will unearth all the layers of the 100-year-old forest as they search for animal habitats and learn to build one of their own.
JUNE 26-30
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
GREEN THUMB GARDENERS (1pm-4pm)
Discover what it takes to get a green thumb in no time! In this camp, young gardeners will design a garden, plant a seed and unearth secrets of the garden habitat.
JUNE 26-30
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
WILDLIFE RAINBOW (9am-12pm)
Nature is a rainbow! In this camp, young creators will experiment with rainbow colors and themed activities. Each day they will reimagine and recreate elements of nature inspired by rainbows.
JULY 3-7
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
EXPLORING THE NIGHT SKY (1pm-4pm)
What happens when the sun goes down and the stars come out? Aspiring astronomers will find out when they explore our solar system, train like astronauts and shine light on animals that stay up all night.
JULY 3-7
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
GREEN THUMB GARDENERS (9am-12pm)
Discover what it takes to get a green thumb in no time! In this camp, young gardeners will design a garden, plant a seed and unearth secrets of the garden habitat.
JULY 10-14
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
WONDER BUGS (1pm-4pm)
For young ones who love getting up-close and personal with creepy crawlers! Campers will encounter the small world of bugs as they walk the Paw Paw Nature Trail and explore the pond.
JULY 10-14
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
WILDLIFE RAINBOW (9am-12pm)
Nature is a rainbow! In this camp, young creators will experiment with rainbow colors and themed activities. Each day they will reimagine and recreate elements of nature inspired by rainbows.
JULY 17-21
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
LITTLE TRAILBLAZERS (1pm-4pm)
Did you know the Paw Paw Nature Trail is home to numerous animals? Campers will unearth all the layers of the 100-year-old forest as they search for animal habitats and learn to build one of their own.
JULY 17-21
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
EXPLORING THE NIGHT SKY (9am-12pm)
What happens when the sun goes down and the stars come out? Aspiring astronomers will find out when they explore our solar system, train like astronauts and shine light on animals that stay up all night.
JULY 24-28
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
WONDER BUGS (1pm-4pm)
For young ones who love getting up-close and personal with creepy crawlers! Campers will encounter the small world of bugs as they walk the Paw Paw Nature Trail and explore the pond.
JULY 24-28
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
LITTLE TRAILBLAZERS (9am-12pm)
Did you know the Paw Paw Nature Trail is home to numerous animals? Campers will unearth all the layers of the 100-year-old forest as they search for animal habitats and learn to build one of their own.
JULY 31-AUGUST 4
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
GREEN THUMB GARDENERS (1pm-4pm)
Discover what it takes to get a green thumb in no time! In this camp, young gardeners will design a garden, plant a seed and unearth secrets of the garden habitat.
JULY 31-AUGUST 4
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
WILDLIFE RAINBOW (9am-12pm)
Nature is a rainbow! In this camp, young creators will experiment with rainbow colors and themed activities. Each day they will reimagine and recreate elements of nature inspired by rainbows.
AUGUST 7-11
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
EXPLORING THE NIGHT SKY (1pm-4pm)
What happens when the sun goes down and the stars come out? Aspiring astronomers will find out when they explore our solar system, train like astronauts and shine light on animals that stay up all night.
AUGUST 7-11
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
WILDLIFE RAINBOW (9am-12pm)
Nature is a rainbow! In this camp, young creators will experiment with rainbow colors and themed activities. Each day they will reimagine and recreate elements of nature inspired by rainbows.
AUGUST 14-18
PRE K (Ages 3-4)
LITTLE TRAILBLAZERS (1pm-4pm)
Did you know the Paw Paw Nature Trail is home to numerous animals? Campers will unearth all the layers of the 100-year-old forest as they search for animal habitats and learn to build one of their own.
AUGUST 14-18
Which grade is your Camper going into?
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CANCELLATION POLICY
If you need to cancel any summer camp enrollment—for any reason—you must notify us in writing by 5:00 P.M. on May 1st, 2023, to receive a refund of camp tuition—minus the cancellation fee.
The cancellation fee for a week of full-day camp is $80 and a week of half-day camp is $40. Cancellation fees are per session and per child.
Cancellation requests, for any reason, made after 5:00 p.m. on May 1st will not be eligible for a refund.
Missed days of camp are not eligible for a refund and cannot be applied to any other camp session.
Cancellation requests must be emailed to camps@discoveryplace.org with the subject line “Cancellation Request.” In the body of the email include the full name of the person who made the registration and the order number/s (eight-digit number on your registration confirmation). If you have multiple camps booked on the same order, specify the week/s and the corresponding grade level/s of the camps you are wanting to cancel. You will receive an email confirmation once the cancellation has been processed; this could take up to two business days.