An Adventure for the Mind and Body
Come explore the great outdoors! Active learners will enjoy our hands-on approach to nature study at age-appropriate levels. Guided by senior naturalists and educators, boys and girls from preschool through 9th grade learn about a range of environmental and scientific topics in the classrooms, in the Natureplace natural science museum, on the 62-acre Earthplace wildlife sanctuary, and through field trips for older children.
3’s, 4’s and Kindergartners
From June 16 - August 8 their youngest campers enjoy 2-week sessions in which they learn about different kinds of plants, animals, insects and sea life. Trail walks, crafts, activities, field games, songs and books incorporate theme-related lessons for children who will be entering 3-year-old, 4-year-old and Kindergarten programs in the fall.
Grades 1-9
Elementary and middle school children expand their horizons through exploration of the Earthplace sanctuary and field trips. In one-week sessions from June 30 - August 8, all age groups study topics in various scientific disciplines such as biology, ecology, astronomy and geology. Selected sessions include canoeing and on-site camping. From June 23 - 27, Grades 5-9 enjoy a weeklong exploration of Stokes State Forest in New Jersey while camping, hiking and whitewater rafting.
CIT Program
Our Counselor-in-Training program is designed to give motivated 14 and 15-year olds guidelines for professional behavior and strategies for handling specific situations. CIT’s not only attend classes that teach effective, professional skills but also gain practical experience by assisting counselors.
For more information, contact:
Earthplace Summer Camp
10 Woodside Lane
Westport, CT 06880
Phone: 203-227-7253
E-mail: info@earthplace.org
Website: www.earthplace.org
