There will be a full spectrum of sensory experiences awaiting our campers! Sights, smells, sounds, tastes, and textures are always plentiful in nature, and we will be seeking them wherever we go. From scavenger hunts to sensory crafts, this week will be packed with nature discovery.
There is no camp on Friday, July 4!

June 30 – July 3 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $300 / Non-members: $330

Follow your nose and your ears to explore the gardens! We will participate in games, explorative hikes, and activities to heighten our senses, and awareness, of the natural world. We’ll listen for clues of animals in our midst, check out a variety of smelly plants in our gardens, and discuss how and why those smells exist! We’ll also learn about some edible and medicinal plants.

There is no camp on Friday, July 4!

June 30 – July 3 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $300 / Non-members: $330

Many animals call the Morris their home, from tiny insects to a multitude of mammals. Every camp day will include games, songs, and crafts as we learn about animal homes and habitats, explore the gardens, and look for signs and tracks of animal inhabitants.

July 7 – July 11 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $340 / Non-members: $370

Did you know that wood frogs can survive freezing and thawing their bodies, and that snakes can see in infrared? In this camp week, we will explore some amazing animals and the incredible things that they can do. We’ll also look for tracks and signs of animals around the arboretum.

July 7 – July 11 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $340 / Non-members: $370

We need trees for oxygen, and we rely on bees for a large majority of our food crops. Campers will dig into the world of plants and plant life cycles, and the role of pollinators in helping flowering plants to reproduce. We’ll have science experiments to learn more about seeds and flowers, taste honey, and discover other tasty treats from plants.

July 14 – July 18 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $340 / Non-members: $370

Join us to investigate the wonderful world of plants! From the edible and attractive to the prickly and poisonous, plants are loaded with wild adaptations. We’ll delve into different plants, their plant defense systems, how people and animals can use them, and their important place in the ecosystem.

 July 14 – July 18 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $340 / Non-members: $370

In our nature-focused week, we will use our imaginations to discover a magical world right here at the Morris. We’ll look at the plants, gardens, and animals in a new way by pretending to be tiny fairies and elves, read nature-focused fairy tales, and do daily games and crafts.

July 21 – July 25 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $340 / Non-members: $370

Enter a world of fairy tales and magic right here at the Morris. We’ll read mythology and legends from around the world, learn about some plants that are supposed to have magical qualities, make imaginary potions, and create art for our imaginary friends.

Aug 5 – Aug 9 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $340 / Non-members: $370

Come see what all the buzz is about! Learn about a new pollinator friend each day and the role they play in producing our food and keeping ecosystems afloat. Dress up as different pollinators, explore the gardens for flowers, and party with the pollinators

Aug 5 – Aug 9 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $340 / Non-members: $370

Never fear, the pollinators are here! Learn about the fascinating creatures that pollinate our plants, in turn giving us healthy food and thriving ecosystems. Get to know the insects and bugs in our gardens using microscopes and bug nets and create your own pollinator and pollinator crafts.

July 28 – Aug 1 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $340 / Non-members: $370

Take inspiration from all that we see and hear in our beautiful outdoor space. Campers can let imaginations run wild while creating art and music using found materials. We’ll explore colors and textures with a variety of different art media including paint, clay, and even mud!

Aug 4 – Aug 8 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $340 / Non-members: $370

Does your child love to make art? This week will include daily hikes around the Morris where we will gather materials for nature-inspired art projects. Be prepared to get messy as we’ll try our hand at a variety of different media including paint, clay, mud, paper making, and natural dyes!

Aug 4 – Aug 8 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Members: $340 / Non-members: $370