Earth Focus Day Camp
From pre-school to middle school, campers connect with nature while exploring the woodlands, prairies and wetlands of the Arboretum.
Now in its 21th year, Earth Focus Day Camp creates outstanding summer nature programs for children ages 3-14. With many different ecosystems including the oldest restored tall grass prairie in the world, the UW-Madison Arboretum provides hands-on experiences with native Wisconsin plants,
animals and habitats. Children learn how to be a positive influence on their world. Our naturalists are enthusiastic and experienced, but the real teacher is our most treasured resource, the land. Join us to be a part of this special place this summer as we learn and grow!
This year EFDC consists of five programs: Learning Together, Young
Explorers, Explorers, Young Naturalists, and Eco-Trekkers. EFDC helps children develop an understanding of how the natural world works, fosters an appreciation for nature, and nurtures a sense of wonder for the natural world as we explore the habitats, plants, and animals of the Arboretum.
Camp activities include outdoor discovery hikes and observations,
hands-on science exploration, and nature free play. Returning campers will find new and exciting experiences. Campers are encouraged to ask questions, play, share, create, discover, construct, and cooperate with each other.
Campers must come prepared to spend time outdoors. Wear long pants, hats, socks and closed-toe shoes.
Earth Focus Day Camp 2012 runs from June 12 through August 17. For more information contact Jennifer Mitchell at 608-265-5872 or mitchell5@uwarb.wisc.edu
Download EFDC brochure (includes registration form) (PDF format)
Earth Focus Day Camp 2012 Sessions
Learning Together
(age 3 through entering kindergarten in fall)
Tuesday morning 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Session 1: June 12 Colors of the Prairie
Session 2: June 29 Frogs and Pollywogs
Session 3: July 10 Mighty Moles
Session 4: July 24 Woodland Wonders
Session 5: August 14 Slugs and Snails and Underground Tales
Young Explorers
Children Entering kindergarden and grade 1
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00 am- 12:00 noon
Session 1: June 20, 21, 22: Discovering the Wonders of Nature
Explorers
Children entering grades 1-5
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Session 1: June 25-29: Habitat is where it's at
Session 2: July 16-18: Different places, wide open spaces
Session 3: August 6-10: Coyotes, Possums, and Snakes, Oh My!
Young Naturalists
For children entering grades 4-8
Monday-Friday 8:30 am-2:00 pm
Session 1: July 23-27: Outdoor Discoveries
Eco-trekkers
Children entering grades 6-8
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Session 1: June 25-29 Habitat is where it's at
Session 2: August 13-17 Science in work and play
Download EFDC brochure (includes registration form) (PDF format)
Registration Deadline is two weeks prior to the session chosen.