Where Kids Can be Kids - Explore Nature and Enjoy Outdoor Adventures
Camp Starkweather was started in 2010 and is currently led by Kevin Boken with assistance from former director Todd Miller. Camp Starkweather utilizes the entire property from the NIA playground and fields to the frog pond and trails leading to it. Camp activities begin and end at each group’s designated area. Each week features a different theme, appealing to children ages 4-10, abilities, and interests.
Children are engaged in small groups and individual activities. At the center of it all is the belief that kids should be kids.
NON-MEMBERS CAN REGISTER STARTING MARCH 17th at 8am
Age Groups
- EXPLORERS (4-5)
- RANGERS (5-6)
- ADVENTURES (9-10)
- EXPLORERS (4-5)
- RANGERS (5-6)
- ADVENTURES (9-10)
Half Day Session
Morning (9am – 12pm) or
Afternoons (12:30-3:30pm)
Full Day Session
9am – 3:30pm
NIA Members: $300 / Non-Members: $375
Early / Late Care
Morning (drop-off from 8 – 8:30am) or
Afternoons (pick-up by 5pm)
Morning: $50 / Afternoon $75
Refund Policy
A full refund will be issued if you notify us in writing at least 3 weeks prior to your camp session. Refunds will not be granted less than 3 weeks before the start of a session – unless we can fill your spot from the waitlist. If withdrawing for medical reasons, a physician’s note is required at time of request. There is a $10 administration fee for all refunds.
If you have registration-related concerns, please contact Karly Coppola – Karly.Starkweather@gmail.com
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We will keep you updated throughout the registration process when it has opened up so that we can keep numbers accurate and you can notify went inventory is low on website online.
Camp Schedule
Week
1
(June 26-30th)
Outdoors Explorers
Campers will explore the various nature trails at the NIA and embark on a nature scavenger hunt. Campers will also learn different aspects of nature such as survival skills, animal tracking, frog calls, building shelters, and building fishing poles.
Thursday: Water Day
REMAINING INVENTORY (60 morning / 60 afternoon / 60 full day)
In the event a session sells out before the inventory is updated, priority will be given on a first-come first-served basis and a wait-list will be created.
Week
1
Week
2
(July 3-7th) (July 4th off)
Young Scientists
Campers will experience with various scientific materials while creating slime, elephant toothpaste, rubber eggs, making volcanoes and even carrying out their own scientific experiments.
Thursday: Water Day
REMAINING INVENTORY (60 morning / 60 afternoon / 60 full day)
In the event a session sells out before the inventory is updated, priority will be given on the first-come first-served basis and a wait-list will be created.
Week
2
Week
3
(July 10-14)
Big Splash
Each day children will have fun with different water activities. Children will use squirt guns, sprinklers and water ballons. As always, staff will supervise each activity to ensure safety and rules. Please ensure appropriate and safe attire along with a towel.
Water Day is EVERYDAY
REMAINING INVENTORY (60 morning / 60 afternoon / 60 full day)
In the event a session sells out before the inventory is updated, priority will be given on a first-come first-served basis and a wait-list will be created.
Week
3
Week
4
(July 17-21)
Pirates
ARGGGG! Climb aboard and experience a fun-filled week of activities such as walking the plank, building pirate ships and finding a treasure! Let your scallywags embark on a pirate adventure to long-lost Camp Starkweather gold!
Thursday: Water Day
REMAINING INVENTORY (60 morning / 60 afternoon / 60 full day)
In the event a session sells out before the inventory is updated, priority will be given on a first-come first-served basis and a wait-list will be created.
Week
4
Week
5
(July 24-28)
Sports Extravaganza
With a whole host of activities to participate in, campers will take part in a mini-olympics, with running races, beanbag throwing and egg-and-spoon races.
Thursday: Water Day
REMAINING INVENTORY (60 morning / 60 afternoon / 60 full day)
In the event a session sells out before the inventory is updated, priority will be given on a first-come first-served basis and a wait-list will be created.
Week
5
Week
6
(July 31- Aug 4th)
Top Secret
Campers will work together to solve the Top Secret Mission with hands-on activities that encourage creative problem-solving skills, teamwork and innovation. Bring your spy gear and be ready to find some clues!
Thursday: Water Day
REMAINING INVENTORY (60 morning / 60 afternoon / 60 full day)
In the event a session sells out before the inventory is updated, priority will be given on a first-come first-served basis and a wait-list will be created.
Week
6
Volunteer Opportunities
(Ages 15+)
In order to improve our volunteer service program we are requiring volunteers to apply by May 1st. We will no longer be taking last minute sign-ups. To apply for Volunteer service, you must be 15 and older and be able to work a consistent schedule.
Contact outdoorexplorersllc@gmail.com for an application and to schedule an interview.