Are you fascinated with things that take to the air and fly? Come “cruise” for a week of discovering the amazing world of animals that can fly. You’ll learn about bats, birds, insects, and humans in the sky too. It will be a blast to study wings, feathers, aerodynamics, and...
Travel the trails with our custom animal-themed story coloring books! Campers will receive a different story each day and we will hike around the property following the animal’s adventure that takes place in the story. At the end of our journey, campers will get to meet the animal ambassador that...
This camp is all about having fun with water: we’ll scoop it, pour it, and stomp in it as we create art, experiment with bubbles, and see what sinks and what floats. Come prepared to get your hands and feet wet as we splish, splash, and splunk. Each camp includes...
Fossils are like stories; they tell us about a time long ago. In this camp, we will explore ancient words by exploring the traces they left behind. We will search for “living fossils”, plants and insects still around from ancient times and explore the remains of the Silurian Sea though...
Yellow sunflowers, red Cardinals and green frogs are just a few of the colorful plants and animals we find in nature. Where will you find your favorite color? These four-day camps are a wonderful way to experience summer side-by-side with your child and prepare them for future preschool experiences. Each...
Have you ever been told that you play video games too much? What are you supposed to do without technology? Nature’s Gamers offers a glimpse of how video game themes and nature can be combined. Themed days like Minecraft Monday and Fortnite Friday will have you wanting to put down...
Campers won’t be “board” in this camp! We’ll be doing our favorite nature activities like ponding, hiking and visiting Lake Michigan! In addition to this, campers will get a chance to play a variety of board games, card games, yard games, and other camp classics like charades. By the end...
Travel the trails with our custom animal-themed story coloring books! Campers will receive a different story each day and we will hike around the property following the animal’s adventure that takes place in the story. At the end of our journey, campers will get to meet the animal ambassador that...
This camp is all about having fun with water: we’ll scoop it, pour it, and stomp in it as we create art, experiment with bubbles, and see what sinks and what floats. Come prepared to get your hands and feet wet as we splish, splash, and splunk. Each camp includes...
Fossils are like stories; they tell us about a time long ago. In this camp, we will explore ancient words by exploring the traces they left behind. We will search for “living fossils”, plants and insects still around from ancient times and explore the remains of the Silurian Sea though...
What skills do you need to survive in the wilderness? This week campers will practice fire building, shelter construction, and many more outdoors skills. From beach to forest, campers will develop the expertise necessary to survive in a variety of environments. Members $205 | Non-Members $240
Are you interested in learning more about birds? Birds brighten up the world around us, bringing color and song wherever they go. Join us in discovering the secrets of our feathered friends. We’ll learn how to use binoculars, watch the birdfeeders to learn bird identification skills and hike the center...
Enjoy five memorable days of summer camp with us. Climb the tower, catch frogs in Mystery Lake, and explore the beach of Lake Michigan and find treasure of beach glass and fossils. Meet some of the center’s animals up close and make new friends while spending five fantastic days at...
Based on the popular book series, campers will spend the week exploring over, under, above, below, and all over Schlitz Audubon Nature Center! After reading about a new habitat each day, we will explore what animals and plants can be found there through hands-on discovery. We will even compare some...
Come make friends in nature, as you enjoy classes patterned after our award-winning Nature Preschool. Each day we will explore and play, gather to sing songs, read stories, and enjoy hands-on activities. For our hikes, we will decide together where our footsteps will lead us as we visit beloved locations...
Water: it cools us, nourishes us, and is so much fun to play with! Pour, fill, splash, mix it into mud, and create rainbow bubbles all using this magical resource. Be ready to get messy and have fun doing it! This two-day class is designed especially for three-year-olds to experience...
Who lives in the forest? Who lives in the prairie? Come hike with us as we discover what animals live in each habitat at the Center. These four-day camps are a wonderful way to experience summer side-by-side with your child and prepare them for future preschool experiences. Each day will...
Based on the popular book series, campers will spend the week exploring over, under, above, below, and all over Schlitz Audubon Nature Center! After reading about a new habitat each day, we will explore what animals and plants can be found there through hands-on discovery. We will even compare some...
Fall down the rabbit hole and join us for some mad adventures! Stroll through the flowers and find caterpillars, walk along the beach with the Walrus and the Carpenter, and have a mad tea party. Each day will be curiouser and curiouser! Members $205 | Non-Members $240
Be ready to hike! Join us to explore the many favorite and magical places at the Nature Center! Each day we will head out on the trails far and wide to climb at the Challenge Course, pond at Turtle Pond, hike to the Secret Door, and more! These camps are...
Come make friends in nature, as you enjoy classes patterned after our award-winning Nature Preschool. Each day we will explore and play, gather to sing songs, read stories, and enjoy hands-on activities. For our hikes, we will decide together where our footsteps will lead us as we visit beloved locations...
Water: it cools us, nourishes us, and is so much fun to play with! Pour, fill, splash, mix it into mud, and create rainbow bubbles all using this magical resource. Be ready to get messy and have fun doing it! This two-day class is designed especially for three-year-olds to experience...