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Nature Camps in Fairfield County, Connecticut
It’s here…camp sign up time. Personally, I love having the kids outdoors all summer, so I tend towards athletic camps and nature camps. Here are a few nature camps, some of which we’ve tried before, and some of which we’re looking forward to trying in the future.
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Unquowa School, Fairfield, CT
If your child is interested in farming, there is no better camp to investigate than Easton’s Unquowa School. Older campers (those entering grades 1-6) spend time at Sport Hill Farm where they will learn about organic farming methods such as irrigation, harvesting, and fertilizing. Younger campers (pre-K through Kindergarten) have half days focused on a combination of science and art.
981 Stratfield Road, Fairfield, CT 06825 203.336.3801
New Canaan Nature Center Camp
Offering summer camp sessions for children ages 3-14, the New Canaan Nature Center is situated on 40 acres and has a greenhouse, numerous animal exhibits, and observation towers. The one-week camp sessions have themes like as Animal Trackers, Wetlanders Quest, and Venture Bound.
144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 203.966.9577
Stamford Nature Center Camp
Registration has begun for the Stamford Nature Center’s summer programs, which are offered to children 2 and up. With half and full day options available over a 6-week period, the 140-acre camp offers parents flexibility. Campers will enjoy programs such as the “Wonders of Water” and “Exploring Art and Nature”. There are numerous extended day options available.
39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT 06903 203.977.6521
Norwalk Maritime Aquarium Camp
The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk offers the Summer Sound Science Camp for children ages 6-12. Budding scientists enjoy 1-week sessions during which they learn about the animals, take field trips to nearby beaches, and work on numerous science experiments.
10 North Water Street, Norwalk, CT 06854 203.852.0700
Woodcock Nature Center, Wilton, CT
Offering a multitude of options for different aged children, Wilton’s Woodcock Nature Center sits on over 140 acres of beautiful woodlands. Programs are available for campers as young as 3. And one of my favorite options? Friday night camp outs, available to campers and their parents.
56 Deer Run Road, Wilton, CT 06897 203.762.7280
Darien Nature Center, Darien, CT
The Darien Nature Center offers four separate programs for children ages 2-12. Busy camp days include nature hikes, encounters with the center's animals, a water day, and much more.
120 Brookside Road, Darien, CT 06820 203.655.7459
We're looking forward to days in the sun...hope to see you out there!
(Originally published 2/27/12.)
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