As Earth emerges from its wintertime slumber, awaken your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity with our Early Spring Discoveries camp. Campers will have opportunities to learn about the dynamic season of spring through guided activities, stories, and exploration of natural areas around the museum.
Wee Explorers (ages 4-5)
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
9:30AM - 2:00PM
Drop off 9:00AM - 9:30AM, Pick up 2:00PM - 2:30PM
Cost: $55
Brave Bears (ages 6-8) and Wild Walkers (ages 9-11)
Wednesday, April 24 and Thursday, April 25, 2024
Single-day camp options or both day options (different topic/theme each day)
Time: 9:30AM - 3:30PM
Drop off 9:00AM - 9:30AM; Pick up 3:30PM - 4:00PM
Cost: $70 per day
We offer camp scholarships for families with financial need. Please email camps@nature-museum.org right away to discuss your needs, as camp registrations fill up fast. When you email with an intent to register your camper, we can reserve a space while we work out the details. Please let us know how much of the camp cost you can afford when emailing us!
Daily Themes
Tuesday 04/23/24
Camp Groups: Wee Explorers
Day 1: Mud Season Mysteries
Ah, mud season! Winter is winding down, and spring is emerging – offering an abundance of opportunities for discovery. Campers will experience an introduction to phenology, the science and practice of observing unique seasonal changes this time of the year. Campers can expect time for hiking, free play, observation and learning through exploring!
Wednesday 04/24/24
Camp Groups: Brave Bears AND Wild Walkers
Day 2: Movement of Spring
Ah, spring is in the air! Movement and transformation are happening all around us, seen and unseen! We’ll focus on learning about the dynamic season of spring through observation, exploration, and reflection. Campers will learn about animal migration, plant emergence, and more. We’ll engage in movement activities, guided lessons, stories, free play, and wherever our curiosities take us.
Thursday 04/25/24
Camp Groups: Brave Bears AND Wild Walkers
Day 3: Watershed Wonders
Spring in Vermont is a time of emergence, growth and change – all of which rely on a healthy watershed ecosystem. The wetland restoration and newly constructed pond in the Chapman Meadow represent the ideal outdoor classroom for learning about how wetland habitats serve as an important resource for plants, wildlife, and people. We’ll take a hands-on approach to exploring this unique habitat and learn how we can support our wetland plants, soils and wildlife, now and in the future.