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Junior Naturalists Interested in insects? Wild about wildflowers? Explore forest, field and creek through hands-on activities while learning more about the world that surrounds us. Hone your naturalist skills through field studies, journaling, art projects and science investigations. Camp may include an off-site field trip. Age: 9-12 Available:
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Nature Explorations Whether on land or in water, enjoy discovering nature. Topics may include geology, stream ecology, zoology and botany. Explore a variety of habitats through hands-on and mind-on activities, field studies and other experiments. Camp may include an off-site field trip. Age: 7-10 Available:
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Guppy Nature Camp What's creeping, crawling and flapping your way? Guppy Nature Camp! Meet the critters that call Croydon Creek home and explore exciting natural history topics. Hands-on activities, experiments, hikes and crafts are all in a day's fun. Age: 5-7 Available:
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Native Naturalists Did you know that birch bark canoes were invented by the Eastern First Peoples? Discover how to preserve and conserve our natural resources through projects, field trips, crafts and activities inspired by American Indians. Camp includes an off-site field trip. Age: 10-14 Available:
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Nature Service Learning Camp Have fun at Croydon Creek while earning Student Service Learning (SSL) hours. Participants will investigate two local environmental issues each morning. In the afternoon they will complete an eco-friendly volunteer project. Each person will receive three SSL hours per day (six hours total). Age: 10-14 Available:
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Nature Adventures Get active during this five day outdoor camp. Each day campers will participate in a different off-site nature excursion including canoeing, fishing, hiking and more. Join us for a unique adventure each day. Age: 10-14 Available:
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Wilderness Skills Are you a fan of Bear Grylls or Survivorman? Are you amazed by their abilities to survive in the wilderness with just the bare necessities? Participants won't be eating any grubs or road kill but they will learn basic outdoor skills, from campfire cooking to primitive shelter construction, as well as plant and wildlife identification. Camp may include an off-site field trip. Age: 9-12
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Nature Art Explore your creativity and hone your artistic skills during this week-long camp that combines your love of nature with your enthusiasm for art. Campers will get their creative juices flowing with outdoor games and hikes and use a variety of media to create works inspired by the natural world. Camp may include an off-site field trip. Age: 8-10 Available:
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