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    Summer Nature Camps

    Summer Camps | Summer Nature Camps

    Outdoor Experiences Summer Nature Camps

    Registration for 2023 camps is now open. See the lists below to find camps with spots still open!

     

    All camps have scholarship spots regardless of current registration or waitlist status. Details and application below!


     

    Have camp questions? Our FAQ page may help!
    Please email any additional questions to education@clevelandmetroparks.com!
     

    Nature Preschool

    North Chagrin Summer Session (3–5 years) (On Waitlist)
    North Chagrin Mini Summer Sessions (3–5 years) (On Waitlist)
    Rocky River Summer Session (3–5 years) (On Waitlist)
    Rocky River Mini Summer Sessions (3–5 years) (On Waitlist)

    Big Creek Reservation 

    Waterside Wanderers Camp (8–10 years) (On Waitlist)

    North Chagrin Reservation 

    Forest Friends – North (4–5 years)
    Little Fishes (4–6 years)
    Critter Camp (5–6 years) (On Waitlist)
    Nature's Engineers (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Creek Crawlers – North (7–9 years) (On Waitlist)

    South Chagrin Reservation 

    Leaf Hoppers (4–6 years) (On Waitlist)
    Creek Crawlers – South (7–9 years) (On Waitlist)
    Woodland Explorers (8–10 years) (On Waitlist)
    Choose Your Own ART Adventure (8–10 years) (On Waitlist)
    Choose Your Own Adventure (11–13 years) (On Waitlist)

    West Creek Reservation

    Nature Play (4–5 years) (On Waitlist)
    Junior Scientists (5–6 years) (On Waitlist)
    Nature Explorers (5–6 years) (On Waitlist)
    Art & Adventure (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Creek Explorers (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Animal Adventures (9–11 years) (On Waitlist)
    Science of Survival Camp (9–12 years) (On Waitlist)
    River to Lake Adventure Jr. (9–12 years)  (On Waitlist)
    River to Lake Adventure Sr. (12–14 years) (On Waitlist)

    Bedford Reservation 

    Creek Walkers Camp (8–10 years) (On Waitlist)
    Gorge Exploreres Camp (8–10 years) (On Waitlist)
    Youth Fly Fishing Day (10–15 years) (On Waitlist)
    Teen Mountain Bike Skills Camp (12–15 years) (On Waitlist)

    Garfield Park Reservation 

    Teen Paddlesports Wind and Waves Camp (12–15 years) (On Waitlist)

    Lakefront Reservation 

    Lakefront Explorers (8–10 years) (On Waitlist)
    Youth STEM and Sail Camp (8–11 years) (On Waitlist)
    Youth Can Sail! Skill Builders Camp (8–11 years) (On Waitlist)
    Teen STEM and Sail Camp (11–15 years) (On Waitlist)
    Teens Can Sail! Skill Builders Camp (11–15 years) (On Waitlist)

    Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation 

    Bug Camp (4–5 years) (On Waitlist)
    CanalWay Little Explorers Camp (5–6 years) (On Waitlist)
    CanalWay Camper (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    My Adult and Me Camp (6–8 years w/ adult)
    CanalWay Nature Explorers (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    CanalWay Adventure Camp (9–11 years) (On Waitlist)
    Young Naturalists Camp (10–12 years)
    Hidden Valley Survival Camp (10–12 years) (On Waitlist)

    Brecksville Reservation 

    Young Explorers (5–6 years) (On Waitlist)
    Fun on the Family Farm (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Nature Detectives (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Trailside Explorers (8–10 years) (On Waitlist)
    Archery Youth Day Jr. (9–12 years) (On Waitlist)
    Nature Nut Camp (10–12 years) (On Waitlist)
    Wilderness Skills Camp – Advanced (11–13 years) (On Waitlist)
    Archery Youth Day Sr. (13–17 years)
    Appalachian Lifestyles Camp (13 years & over)
    Appalachian Lifestyles Advanced Camp (13 years & over)

    Hinckley Reservation 

    Nature Camp (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Camp Hinckley (10–13 years) (On Waitlist)
    Paddlesports Youth Day Jr. (8–11 years) (On Waitlist)
    Climb the Ledge Youth Day (10–13 years) (On Waitlist)
    Adventure Seekers Series Camp (10–15 years) (On Waitlist)
    Paddlesports Youth Day Sr. (11–15 years) (On Waitlist)
    Teen Rock Climbing Skills Camp (13–15 years) (On Waitlist)

    Mill Stream Run Reservation 

    Pioneer Days Camp (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Wilderness Skills Camp – Beginner (10–12 years) (On Waitlist)

    Rocky River Reservation (camps 4 – 8 years) 

    Creepy Crawly Camp (4–5 years) (On Waitlist)
    Nothin' but Nature (4–5 years) (On Waitlist)
    Camp Anything Goes (4–6 years) (On Waitlist)
    Home Sweet Habitat (5–6 years) (On Waitlist)
    Wild for Wildlife (5–6 years) (On Waitlist)
    Nonstop Nature Camp (5–6 years) (On Waitlist)
    Mystery in the Park (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Stream Stomp (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Friends of the Forest (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Forest Fanatics (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Turtles, Snakes and More (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Junior Naturalists (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)
    Insect Investigators (6–8 years) (On Waitlist)

    Rocky River Reservation (camps 8 – 12 years) 

    River Explorers (8–11 years)
    Rocky Adventurers (8–11 years)
    Secrets of the Woods (10–12 years) (On Waitlist)

    Camp Scholarships: Scholarships are available to help cover the cost of Cleveland Metroparks Summer Nature Camps. Individuals who receive aid in the form of SNAP, Medicaid, or the National School Lunch Program - CEP and are a resident of Cuyahoga County or Hinckley Township are eligible. If qualified and chosen, applicants may be awarded one scholarship per year, per child. All camps have scholarship spots regardless of current registration or waitlist status. Your child will not be awarded a scholarship for a camp they are already registered for. To apply for a camp scholarship please complete the following application and return it to education@clevelandmetroparks.com with your proof of eligibility (SNAP, Medicaid, National School Lunch Program - CEP). Applications will be accepted until April 15, 2023. Recipients will be chosen by April 30, 2023. If qualified and chosen, a non-refundable $10 deposit is required upon scholarship receipt to reserve your child’s spot in camp.
    Scholarships are offered through a special gift from the Cleveland Natural Science Club and other generous donors.


    Cancellations/Refunds: Program fees and deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable to another date/program unless Cleveland Metroparks finds it necessary to cancel a program. Participants assume risk of all changes in personal health and affairs. Registrants will be notified if programs are cancelled.  
    NOTE: Camp fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Camp registration is not confirmed until you receive your confirmation email.   

     
    Pick-Up Policy: If campers are not picked up in a timely manner, you will be charged a late fee of $5, per camper, for every 15-minute interval past the pick-up time beginning 15 minutes after the camp’s initial end time.
    - i.e., if camp ends at 3:00 p.m., beginning at 3:15 p.m. you will be charged $5, per camper, for every 15-minute window that passes.
    If you are going to be late for pick-up due to an emergency, please call the Nature Center leading the camp to avoid being charged any late fees.


    Donations are welcome to support the Outdoor Experiences Scholarship Fund. If you are interested in donating online, please click here. 

     
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    Nature Centers 
    • Brecksville Nature Center 440.526.1012 
    • CanalWay Center 216.206.1000 
    • North Chagrin Nature Center 440.473.3370
    • Rocky River Nature Center 440.734.6660 
    • Watershed Stewardship Center 440.887.1968 
    • Outdoor Recreation 216.341.1704
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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    • Nature Preschool - North Chagrin Summer Session (3 - 5 years) June 5, 2023 - June 23, 2023
      8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

      An extension of our highly popular licensed Nature Preschool Program, our summer sessions are...

      • Nature Education Building
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    • Forest Friends (4 - 5 years) June 5, 2023 - June 7, 2023
      9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

      First-time campers will become a friend of the forest as they engage in fun, hands-on nature...

      • North Chagrin Nature Center
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    • River Explorers (8 - 11 years) June 5, 2023 - June 7, 2023
      10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

      Explore in and along the Rocky River. Spend time in the water as well as hiking, playing games...

      • South Mastick Picnic Area
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    • Forest Friends (4 - 5 years) June 5, 2023 - June 7, 2023
      1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

      First-time campers will become a friend of the forest as they engage in fun, hands-on nature...

      • North Chagrin Nature Center
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    • Rocky Adventurers (8 - 11 years) June 6, 2023 - June 8, 2023
      10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

      Nature investigation, outdoor skills and exploring along the Rocky River will make every day an...

      • Lagoon Picnic Area
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    • Science of Survival (9 - 12 years) June 6, 2023 - June 8, 2023
      10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

      Is that Plant Edible? How do you start a fire without matches? Can you build a shelter to...

      • Watershed Stewardship Center
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    • Nature Preschool - North Chagrin Mini Summer Session (3 - 5 years) June 6, 2023 - June 8, 2023
      12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

      An extension of our highly popular licensed Nature Preschool Program, our mini summer sessions...

      • Nature Education Building
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    • Paddlesports Youth Day Jr. (8 - 11 years) June 7, 2023 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

      Beat the summer heat while learning two new ways to have fun on the water. Whether you’re...

      • Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store
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    • Paddlesports Youth Day Sr. (11 - 15 years) June 7, 2023 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

      Beat the summer heat while learning two new ways to have fun on the water. Whether you’re...

      • Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store
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    • Home Sweet Habitat (5 - 6 years) June 7, 2023 - June 9, 2023
      9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

      Learn about animal homes with games, crafts, hikes and other activities! Explore the habitats...

      • Rocky River Nature Center
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    • Art & Adventure (6 - 8 years) June 7, 2023 - June 9, 2023
      10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

      Learn and create with nature. Travel the trails and the waterways of West Creek’s backyard in...

      • Watershed Stewardship Center
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    • Youth Fly Fishing Day (10 - 15 years) June 8, 2023 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

      Discover the art of fly fishing as youth spend the day engaged in all things fly fishing. Learn...

      • Astorhurst Park
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