At Wild Wanderers Nature Camp, we invite young explorers to embark on a transformative journey, connecting not only with the wonders of nature but also with the depths of their own mindfulness.
Located in the heart of Upper Township’s Amanda’s Field Park, our camp is a sanctuary for parents seeking a holistic and immersive experience for their children in the great outdoors.
We will explore different topics every day and will do theme-related activities, crafts, and games to help integrate all of our new knowledge. In addition, we will keep field journals throughout camp to document our experiences and the exciting things we learned.
Who
Is your child right for wild wanderers nature camp? We think so! We extend a warm welcome to all children at our camp.
Throughout the camp, we focus on cultivating and enhancing essential skills, including:
Teamwork and Collaboration
Effective Communication
Mindful Listening
fostering a sense of wonder and imagination
where
Our camp will take place at Amanda’s Field in upper township. This location was chosen for several reasons:
Natural Beauty: Amanda’s Field offers a peaceful natural setting, providing campers with an ideal environment to explore and connect with nature while promoting a sense of calm and mindfulness.
Biodiversity: The location boasts a rich diversity of ecology, allowing campers to engage in nature studies and explore a variety of plant, animal, and critter species.
Educational Opportunities: The park’s unique features create opportunities for hands-on, educational experiences that align with our camp's holistic and nature-based curriculum.
We believe that Amanda’s Field offers an enriching and inspiring environment for our campers, aligning perfectly with our camp's goals and values. Additionally, we will have use of the covered pavillions available at the park, as well as bathroom facilities.
when
We CURRENTLY ARE PLANNING FOR TWO WEEKS OF CAMP, ONE WEEK FOR EACH AGE GROUP. Campers are grouped in age-appropriate groups to maintain balance among our days. lET US KNOW IF YOU HAVE A REQUEST TO GROUP CAMPERS OUTSIDE OF THE NORMAL AGE-GROUPS.
BASED ON DEMAND, WE MAY ADD ADDITIONAL WEEKS OF CAMP.
Dates:
July 15-19, 2024 - Ages 5-9
July 22-26, 2024 - ages 9-13
We offer three attendance options:
Morning Session: 9am to 12pm
Afternoon Session: 1pm to 4pm
Full Day Session: 9am-4pm
Please see our “Typical Day” page to get an idea of what each session will look like for your child.
The investment is $250 for a week of half-days (morning or afternoon session) or $500 for a week of full days (9am to 4pm).
In order to accommodate working parents, Morning drop-off can begin at 8:30 am. Afternoon pick-up can be as late as 4:30 pm.
why
In a world filled with constant distractions and technology, we encourage real connections and meaningful communication among one another and with the natural environment. Now, more than ever, it's crucial to focus on building these connections.
our mission is to create lasting memories through meaningful activities.
for our ‘who’ section, check out our ‘about Emily’ page!
