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Give your child a summer of discovery with hands-on nature exploration, outdoor play, and guided learning led by experienced educators. Our camps are designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and create lasting connections with the natural world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”e3c9ad65-46ae-46c4-9590-83946bf853a6″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][lwp_divi_breadcrumbs font_icon=”5||divi||400″ use_custom_home_link=”off” admin_label=” ” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”fc5b20a0-0ab0-4fc2-b5e0-6b7a2afa37d8″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/lwp_divi_breadcrumbs][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”57px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Space is limited, and camps fill quickly\u2014 register early to secure your spot. See below for the full session schedule.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.activityhero.com\/widgets\/6380\/hosted”<\/a>; url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Register for Camp at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”0b5c1046-b4df-4b4e-b5ee-eeaccbbe1f29″ button_text_color=”#FAF5F0″ button_bg_color=”gcid-5a1ca006-481f-4215-8348-29a193f148ac” button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”13px” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-5a1ca006-481f-4215-8348-29a193f148ac%22:%91%22button_bg_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.activityhero.com\/widgets\/7402\/hosted”<\/a>; url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Register for Camp at North Seattle College” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”0b5c1046-b4df-4b4e-b5ee-eeaccbbe1f29″ button_text_color=”#FAF5F0″ button_bg_color=”gcid-5a1ca006-481f-4215-8348-29a193f148ac” button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”13px” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-5a1ca006-481f-4215-8348-29a193f148ac%22:%91%22button_bg_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#2b2d42″ toggle_icon_tablet=”%22||divi||400″ toggle_icon_phone=”%22||divi||400″ toggle_icon_last_edited=”off|desktop” icon_color_tablet=”#000000″ icon_color_phone=”#000000″ icon_color_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”ebde950d-c3ba-49ce-b359-1ea413b95c7e” toggle_text_color=”#2b2d42″ toggle_font=”||||||||” toggle_font_size=”20px” body_font=”Archivo||||||||” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Camp Locations” open=”off” open_toggle_background_color=”#FAF5F0″ closed_toggle_background_color=”#FAF5F0″ open_toggle_text_color_tablet=”” open_toggle_text_color_phone=”” open_toggle_text_color_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FAF5F0″ background_enable_color=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h4″ toggle_font_size=”16px”]<\/p>\n Nature Camp is offered at two locations throughout the Seattle area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We will not be running camps at Explorer West Middle School in West Seattle in the summer of 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Sessions and Hours” open_toggle_background_color=”#FAF5F0″ closed_toggle_background_color=”#FAF5F0″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FAF5F0″ background_enable_color=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h4″ toggle_font_size=”16px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Each session is one week and runs Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. \u2013 3:30 p.m.<\/strong> at all locations. We do not offer extended care options.<\/span><\/p>\n Each week-long session of camp focuses on one specific nature theme which provides variety for kids who attend more than one session. Each theme is tailored appropriately for that age group:<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Ages” open_toggle_background_color=”#FAF5F0″ closed_toggle_background_color=”#FAF5F0″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FAF5F0″ background_enable_color=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h4″ toggle_font_size=”16px” open=”on” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Kids are generally grouped by age in three different sessions: <\/span><\/p>\n Junior Naturalist assistant positions are also available for 10th-12th graders to recieve service learning credits or a $150 stipend per full week worked. (Learn more and apply to be a Junior Naturalist.)<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Pricing, Scholarships, and Discounts” open_toggle_background_color=”#FAF5F0″ closed_toggle_background_color=”#FAF5F0″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FAF5F0″ background_enable_color=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h4″ toggle_font_size=”16px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Pricing<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Most sessions of camp are $450 – $475 for the full week. Any variations to the pricing due to a shortened week schedule (July 4) or additional supply costs (art) will be indicated in the registration process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span>Birds Connect Seattle household membership holders receive $25 off each session of Nature Camp. You can purchase a membership<\/a> head of time or add it on to your cart at check-out.<\/p>\n Scholarships<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Birds Connect Seattle provides scholarships based on financial need.\u00a0 These scholarship funds are made possible through generous donations<\/a> from the community. <\/span><\/p>\n To request a scholarship, please complete the online scholarship application<\/a>\u00a0prior to registering for your camp session.\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Scholarships typically cover between 25% and 85% of the total camp fee depending on financial need. We ask that families contribute some portion of the camp fee. Payment plans are available at no charge, however, all payments must be complete two weeks prior to your child\u2019s camp session<\/em>. To learn more,\u00a0contact the camp registrar<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Member & Active Military Discount<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Current Birds Connect Seattle members<\/a> and families with a parent in active military duty receive a $25 discount per session on camp tuition. <\/span><\/p>\n Join or renew<\/a> your membership today to support local conservation and enjoy a number of other discounts and benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Referral Discount<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Bring a friend! If someone you recruited to join Nature Camp registers, you will receive a $15 credit to your account from ActivityHero.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Professional, Enthusiastic Staff” open_toggle_background_color=”#FAF5F0″ closed_toggle_background_color=”#FAF5F0″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FAF5F0″ background_enable_color=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h4″ toggle_font_size=”16px” open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Campers are taught by experienced, caring adult Naturalists. Staff are selected based on experience with working with youth, a background in environmental education and natural science, and outstanding character. All staff are First Aid\/CPR certified and have passed a national and Washington State Patrol background screening. Naturalists also go through extensive training prior to the beginning of the summer.<\/span><\/p>\n Interested in joining the Nature Camp team as a Naturalist? Check out our\u00a0Careers Page<\/a>\u00a0for current job openings.<\/span><\/p>\n Each Naturalist is assisted by one or two teen Junior Naturalists. Teens are selected to work at Nature Camp based on their experiences working with children and their character.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nRegistration for Nature Camp 2026 open now!<\/h2>\n
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