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Residential Camp at Lacawac Sanctuary

Dates: July 28-August 2

Ages: 14-17

Tiered Pricing:
(choose the one that reflects your financial ability)
Tier A - Subsidized $200
Tier B - Direct Cost $500
Tier C - True Cost $800

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CLA is a weeklong residential camp for middle and high school students ages 13-17. Participants will be immersed in Conservation activities at the beautiful and historic Lacawac Sanctuary and Field Station. Students will experience hands-on science programs along-side local conservation professionals and resident university researchers.  Enjoy a day kayaking the upper Delaware River, assisting with bird banding, collecting water samples on Lake Wallenpaupack, analyzing samples in the lab, environmental research, conservation activities, leadership activities, campfires and more.
 
What Does Camp Cost?
Recognizing  that  families have  differing  abilities  to  pay, we  are  introducing  a voluntary  tiered pricing structure.  Rather  than  raise  prices  on  all  families,  tiered pricing  essentially  asks  families  with  greater financial  means to  consider  selecting  a  rate  the  more  closely  reflects  the  true cost  of camp.  
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  • Tier A-  Subsidized-                                                                 This tier is for families experiencing some financial strain.  Camp subsidies are supported by our sponsors. If you are registering under Tier A, please complete the scholarship application first prior to completing the registration: CLICK HERE.​
  • Tier B-  Direct  Cost-                                                                This tier more closely  reflects the direct costs of the specific expenses incurred during a camper’s week including food, housing, counselors, and program materials
  • Tier C-  True Cost-  For families who are financially able to pay the true cost  of camp including all aspects of  maintaining  facilities in good condition, insurance, utilities, and other expenses  necessary in operating Lacawac throughout  the  year. ​​​   ​​​                                                                    
Refund Policy
Before May 1:  50% refund of amount paid.
After May 1:  No refund
Cancellations due to medical reasons:  Refunded 50% cost of amount paid with a doctors certification.
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Sibling Discount - $50 Off Registration
In order to qualify for a sibling discount both campers must pay either Tier B or C.  ​
If you requesting a full scholarship, please complete the following application before registering a camper:                 CLICK HERE. ​

​​For more information contact Natalie Wasilchak at 570-689-9494 or [email protected].
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Meet our Camp Director
DANE WARD, PhD
Assistant Teaching Professor
Drexel University
Department of Biodiversity, Earth & Environmental Science

Dane Ward is an assistant teaching faculty in the Department of Biodiversity, Earth, and Environmental Science at Drexel University. Dane has a wide range of research experiences broadly rooted in conservation biology where he utilizes various methods including; population genetics, spatial analyses and field data collection to develop meaningful conservation methods for species of conservation interest (both domestic and internationally). Dane’s research also focuses on urban landscapes where he is intrigued by factors driving urban biodiversity, ecological stability and urban resilience. Additionally, Dane partners with colleagues to examine the interaction between urban environments and human public health outcomes including mental health, nutrition and access to green spaces.
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While Dane maintains a diverse suite of research interests he is strongly committed to teaching and mentorship. Currently, Dane is working to continue building access, engagement and diversity among Drexel’s STEM students in applied research.



CLA is Generously supported by the following: