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Nature Net Summer Camps
Aldo Leopold Nature Center
Nature Discovery Camps Ages: 4-13
Treat your child to a summer they’ll never forget with ALNC’s summer camps where young adventure-seekers can explore the woods, and budding scientists can discover pond life! ALNC’s action-packed summer camps will provide your child with exciting, hands-on experiences to explore, learn, and enjoy the wonders of nature. More info here.
Bethel Horizons
Youth Programs Grades: 2-11
Each summer at camp, we help foster a better understanding of God, self, others, and nature. Our overnight camps run Sunday – Friday from mid-June to mid-August. Your child will experience a variety of outdoor adventures like hiking, mountain biking, climbing and swimming but most importantly making true meaningful connections! More info here.
Henry Vilas Zoo
Summer Zoo School Ages: 4-13
Come and spend the summer at one or more of our week-long inquiry-focused Summer Zoo Camps! Campers enjoy special animal experiences and behind-the-scenes opportunities while facing scientific challenges that put the campers in the shoes of keepers, vets, or zoo administrators. More info here.
The Lussier Family Heritage Center
Junior Naturalist Summer Camp Ages 5-16
Looking for a fun-filled, adventurous summer outside? Join the Lussier Family Heritage Center’s Junior Naturalist Summer Camp in the heart of the Capital Springs Recreation area! Youth cohorts can practice being a naturalist and discover the world around them. Through biking, hiking, and canoeing, participants will get to develop a sense of community, build plant and wildlife ID skills, and much more! More info here!
Madison Schools & Community Recreation
Camp Tall Oaks Grades: 1-5
Camp Tall Oaks is your go to camp for exploring the outdoors at the Madison School Forest! Camps combine outdoor leadership, environmental education and outdoor recreation activities designed to foster camper relationships with themselves, each other and nature. Each week’s theme highlights different activities and campers are encouraged to sign-up for themes that spark their curiosity! No previous experience in any activity is required. More info here.
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
Garden Naturalist Camp Ages: 7-12
Olbrich Gardens Summer Camps are a week-long exploration of the diverse communities of animals and plants living at Olbrich for campers ages 7-10 and youth counselors 12-14. Campers will learn from experts in horticulture and entomology, dive into the world of scientific journaling, create art inspired by nature, and connect with the natural world. Campers will have an opportunity to engage in activities in the Frautschi Family Learning Center, outdoor gardens, Bolz Tropical Conservatory, and the Children’s Kitchen Garden. More info here.
Upham Woods
4H Camps Grades 4-8
Upham Woods will bring exploration, discovery, and fun to your summer. We are offering our own open enrollment and family camp, and partner with 4-H county programs for summer camp and we offer unique outdoor learning experiences through grants and our other partnerships. Upham Woods supports 4-H summer camp for dozens of counties. See if yours comes to Upham! More info here!
UW Arboretum
Earth Focus Day Camp Grades: K-8
Earth Focus Day Camp helps children ages 5-14 develop an understanding of how ecosystems work, nurtures a sense of wonder for nature, and guides children as they explore the habitats, plants, and animals of the Arboretum. In addition to this program, we are also offering another program, Learning Together, which provides preschool-age children and their caregivers the opportunity to share stories and get creative! More info here.
Welty Environmental Center
Welty Summer Camp Ages: 7-12
Welty Summer Camp is a place for everyone with a variety of outdoor and recreational activities with hands-on experiences to explore interaction with the biological, physical, and chemical elements of nature. Kids are encouraged to be kids, while fostering an appreciation and developing respect for the natural world around them. More info here.
Statewide Resources
If you’re looking for adventuring and learning across the state, check out these links: