Earth Focus Day Camp Programs
Learning Together
(age 3 through entering kindergarten)
Learning Together sessions are a great opportunity for parents or caregivers to spend quality time with their preschoolers. Activities are designed so that adults and children can investigate the natural world together.
Each session meets Tuesday and Thursday from 9–11 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limit two age-appropriate children per adult.
Fees
- $55 ($50 for members of Friends of the Arboretum) per session, includes one child and parent/guardian.
- Limit 2 children per adult. Bring enrolled child only.
Sessions
- Session LT 1 - Wigglers and Diggers: June 17 and 19
We will explore animals that live in the soil like earth worms, bugs, slugs, moles, and chipmunks - Session LT 2 - Energize Me!: July 8 and 10
We will learn about the sun and how plants use the sun's energy. We look closely at seeds that plants make. - EFDC Family Celebration and Night Hike: August 14, 7-9 p.m.
Download EFDC registration form (PDF format)
Explorers
(for children entering grades 1 - 5)
Children will be divided into groups according to age. Each weekly session meets Monday through Friday mornings from 8:30 a.m.–noon
Fees
- $145 per student/per session ($135 for members of Friends of the Arboretum)
Sessions
- Session E 1 - Exploring Wetlands: June 23-27
We will dip in the pond, visit Arboretum springs and other wet places. We will learn about plants and animals that live in wetlands. Sorry, this session is full. - Session E 2 - Exploring Grasslands: July 14-18
Take a hike along the bluebird trail, hike through the prairies and learn about grassland birds, ants and mice and the plants that support them. - Session E 3 - Exploring Woodlands: August 4-8
Explore the woodlands of the Arboretum as we identify trees, birds and other woodland animals. We will investigate research that is currently going on in the woods. Sorry, this session is full. - EFDC Family Celebration and Night Hike: August 14, 7-9 p.m.
Download EFDC registration form (PDF format)
Eco-Trekkers
(for children entering grades 6 - 8)
Each session meets Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.–noon
Activities for this group recognize that for thousands of years, people have learned through direct observation about the natural world around them. Eco-Trekkers will experience the skills and observations that make a good naturalist. We will practice taking care of the land we live in. This program takes place mostly outside on the trails, so be prepared for a long hike each day.
Fees
- $145 per student/per session ($135 for members of Friends of the Arboretum)
Sessions
- Session ET 1 - July 21 - 25. Sorry, this session is closed.
- Session ET 2 - August 4-8
- EFDC Family Celebration and Night Hike: August 14, 7-9 p.m.
Download EFDC registration form (PDF format)