A fOUR-DAY NATURE IMMERSIVE SUMMER CAMP FOR KIDS
AGES 7 TO 14
2025 will be Nature Kids Connect's 4th summer running this camp. Over the years, we've noticed the children coming to our camp often start out timid and unsure about being outside. By choosing activities that are naturally irresistible to children, we are able to coax even the most stubborn indoor kid to enjoy their outside time at camp. As the week progresses, their sense of curiosity and wonder return. They start being more willing to try new things and they often tell us they wish the camp could go on at the end of the camp.
In addition to kids who are timid around nature, we've also seen kids being really hard on themselves when they don't get how to do a particular project right from the get go. It was heartbreaking seeing some kids being so uncomfortable with not being the best at something they've never done before. At Nature Kids Connect, we pick projects that usually take the entire week to complete. By doing so, these same children gradually learn that mastering a skill takes time. They also gain a sense of accomplishment completing projects that were initially hard to grasp. Through patience and time they learn they can do hard things.
At Nature Kids Connect, we use Coyote Mentoring, a form of stealth teaching where the person learning doesn't know they are learning. By leveraging a child's innate sense of wonder and curiosity we guide them to step just beyond their edge or comfort zone again and again. In doing so, many children who experience our camp often find themselves doing things at the end of the week they would not have done had they never attended our camp. For campers who return again, we notice a difference in how they show up the following year. They arrive on the first day with less edges, ready to take on new experiences we sprinkle along their path.
- REVIEWS -
What our customers write about us
CHANTELLE BAILEY
My daughter absolutely loved Nature Camp. She got to do craft projects, learned about local plants and animals, and loved all of the fun games that they played. She had so much fun, that when the week was over she asked if she could go to the second session! We signed her up again and it was even better, because they didn't do the same things. Absolutely the best value summer camp she has been to!
- wHAT is INCLUDED IN YOUR TUITION? -
Campers will learn primitive skills such as shelter building, bird language, and plant identification. Connection with nature will be built through game play, tracking, and hands on activities.
A BREAK FROM ELECTRONICS
NATURE CRAFTS
NATURE GAMES & ACTIVITIES
HIKING
PRIMITIVE TOOLS
ANIMAL STUDIES
BUG FINDING
SHELTER MAKING
FIELD gUIDES
IDENTIFY INVASIVE PLANTS
- MEET THE MENTORS -
KELLY
is our fun and fearless leader trained in the Coyote Mentoring Model. She always has a song in her pocket, a story that builds connection with nature, and a love of teaching children to develop curiosity of the natural world.
WORTHY
is one of the kids! She is up for spontaneous nature adventures; she smiles through the dirt and rain. Worthy is a master at encouraging kids to just try and see, a magical gift.
- MEET THE JUNIOR COUNSELORS-
These fearless mini leaders have been a part of our homeschool nature community for 8 years. They are skilled at creating a sense of belonging for those on the sidelines. Having been Coyote Mentored for so long, they naturally know how to lead in a way that encourage others to follow.
CHANDRA
ANNALISE
HARRY
JULIA
AIDRIC
- TUITION & REFUND POLICY -
TUITION
$189 Nature Kids Connect Summer Camp Tuition, for 1 child (from now to 2/28/2025).
$199 Nature Kids Connect Summer Camp Tuition, for 1 child (from 3/1/2024 to 4/30/2025).
$209 Nature Kids Connect Summer Camp Tuition, for 1 child (from 5/1/2024 to start of Summer Camp).
$10 Referral Refund for every new family who names you as a referral. You will be refunded $10 for each family that signs up.
REFUND POLICY
A refund (minus $50 nonrefundable) will be granted for all cancellations requested 2 weeks before the session you're registered for begins.
No refunds will be given after this deadline.
If your child(ren) is sick, please email us to process a cancellation.
To process a cancellation and request a refund, simply email admin@naturekidsconnect.com.
If the camp is canceled by Nature Kids Connect, a full refund will be given.
- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION -
> WHO IS THIS NATURE CAMP FOR?
Any child between ages 7 to 14 who has an interest in the outdoors. This camp is also great for those who may be timid in nature and want to learn how to interact with nature more.
> WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A NATURE CAMP?
According to the National Wildlife Federation, "connecting children and nature has important health benefits. Studies show outdoor time helps children grow lean and strong, enhances imaginations and attention spans, decreases aggression, and boosts classroom performance. In addition, children who spend time in nature regularly are shown to become better stewards of the environment."
> WHAT IS COYOTE MENTORING?
Coyote Mentoring is the ancient, worldwide legacy of hunter-gatherer cultures who surrounded their children with "Invisible Schooling." This way of teaching will hone students' senses and connect their imagination to the natural world.
> WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD EXPECT TO DO AT THE SUMMER CAMP?
Play games that teach awareness of self and nature. Explore, wonder, and ask questions. Learn some primitive skills and bring home something that may take some time to master but will help them feel a sense of accomplishment.
> DOES MY CHILD HAVE TO BE A HOMESCHOOL STUDENT TO PARTICIPATE IN SUMMER CAMP?
No. The summer camp offers children who attend school during the school year a chance to experience our year-round curriculum that we do with our homeschool families.
> WHAT IS THE AGE CUT OFF?
You must be 7 to 14 years-old on the first day of the session you're attending.