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.
Sign up for Summer Camp
If you need support updating your account and/or logging in, please visit the About Camps and Classes.
Adaptive Camp: Naturally Me*
Looking for a camp for your child to make friends, spend time outside, and explore nature at their pace? Naturally Me (formally known as SENSE-sational Summers) is a half-day camp designed for neurodivergent campers or those with sensory and processing needs. 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 lessons. Campers can expect to go on hikes, learn about ecosystems and habitats, say “hello” to the nature center animals, make a splash in Rock Creek, and create 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. One on one support is not available. Participants must be independent with personal care and hygiene practices. If participants are not independent, a family member or designee may be called to provide this accommodation at camp. Campers must also able to independently transition activities and locations. 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. 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: $200
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. Camp does not meet on June 19 due to holiday observance.
Fee: $150
Wet and Wild Rock Creek Camp
What’s wet, wild, dirty, and fun? YOU! Jump in and explore your local watershed with our creek exploration camp. Newly designed, campers will journey on mini field trips to creeks located across Montgomery Parks and discover the streamside wildlife. Activities include learning to fish, seining, a variety of experiments, crafts, and splashing around. Campers can expect to get wet and dirty each day!
Fee: $325
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: $325