We believe camp is a place that changes lives, and we want every child to have the opportunity to experience the joys of summer camp.
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SENSE-sational Summers at Meadowside*
Looking for a camp for your child to make friends, spend time outside, and explore nature while using their senses? SENSE-sational Summers at Meadowside is a program intentionally designed for sensory and/or processing, neurodivergent campers. Fast pace or slow, loose instruction or help step-by-step, camp staff
are dedicated to meeting the needs of each camper during activities and lesson.
Campers can expect to go on hikes, learn about ecosystems and habitats while using their senses, say “hello” to the nature center animals, make a splash in Rock Creek, and create sensory crafts.
*This camp will provide a low staff-camper ratio of 1:2 (one teacher for every two campers) and class size will remain small. Every parent/guardian must complete a Modification Intake Form to help us learn about each camper and submit these forms at least two weeks before the start of camp. One on one supervision is not available.
Activities are subject to change due to inclement weather, camper needs, and interest. Most outdoor surfaces are not paved, and the trails will be a mix of uneven dirt (small hills, tree roots, and small rocks), grass, and/or mulch.
Fee: $150
Animal Friends Camp
Animal Friends Camp is designed specifically for preschoolers to foster their relationship with the natural world. Campers will romp through forests and meadows, befriend the animals of Meadowside Nature Center, and let their imaginations run wild in our nature play space! Each day will include opportunities for child directed play, stewardship, and nature themed crafts and games. Children must be fully toilet-trained to enroll.
Fee: $175
Creek Week
Beat the heat this summer and join Creek Week! Each day campers will immerse themselves in the wonderful world of water by exploring their watershed, conducting experiments, participating in water activities such as fishing, and of course, just splashing around. There’s no better place to learn and play than Rock Creek at Meadowside. Campers can expect to get wet and dirty!
Fee: $300
Junior Naturalist Camp
Develop your outdoor skills in Meadowside’s Junior Naturalist Camp. Learn to identify animal tracks and signs, build survival shelters and campfires, engage in environmental stewardship, and provide care for Meadowside’s animal ambassadors. Each day will include adventures to forest, meadow and wetland habitats, skill building activities, and opportunities for nature-oriented games and crafts.
Fee: $300
Nature Magic Camp
Calling all witches, wizards, fairies, and trolls! Discover the magic and power of nature during this weeklong camp. Lessons in herbology, care of magical creatures, potions and spells will help guide you on your magical camp quest around the trails of Rock Creek Regional Park. Join us for a magical week of summer camp fun!
Fee: $325