About Camp at Lacawac Sanctuary:
Lacawac’s 550-acre field station has meandering trails, open fields, lakes and wetlands in which to explore. Experience nature through hands-on activities, artistic expression, thematic games, scientific experiments, and environmental observation. E-STEM (Science, technology, engineering and math taught through environmental education) is incorporated into all of our camps in order to foster problem solving, innovation, self reliance, and logical thinking. Campers will be fully immersed in our living laboratory and discover how they fit into the complex web of our diverse ecosystem. Lacawac stands true to its mission of research, education and preservation by shaping the next generation of scientists and environmental stewards.

Camp Staff:
  • Counselors have many years of experience working with children and teaching environmental education.
  • All counselors, junior counselors, and interns have obtained child abuse and criminal history checks.
  • A counselor to camper ratio of 1:8 is maintained.
  • Counselors’ are trained in first aid and CPR.
  • Counselors know that exploring nature is the most effective way to instill a sense of wonder and love for the environment.

 Pricing:
  • All nature day camps are $150 per week.  Art camps are $160 and includes the cost of art supplies. 
  • Before Care: $50 for full week.  Before care is for Parents/ Guardians who would like to drop off campers before the designated camp drop off time. Early drop off will begin no sooner than 8:30 a.m. and before 8:45 a.m. Campers are allowed to bring their own breakfast, reading materials, and or coloring books. We will not be providing breakfast. 
  • After Care: $50 for full week. After care is for Parents/ Guardians who will need to pick up after designated pick up time of 4:00 p.m. After care will start at 4:15 p.m. Campers should be picked up no later than 4:30 p.m. Campers are allowed to bring an extra snack to eat at the end of the day, reading materials, and or coloring books. We will not be providing snacks. 
  • Discounts are available for siblings and referring a friend.

To receive more information about our camps, contact us at 570.689.9494 or camp@lacawac.org

Follow the link below each camp to complete payment for your camper. Please fill out ONE (1) payment for one camper at a time. Follow the instructions and link provided after payment to complete the camper's FULL registration. 

​More than One Child? 
Sibling discounts to make it more affordable for families with more than one child.  $10 off each registration.
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Referring a Friend? 
$10 discount when a current camper refers a friend who is NEW to Lacawac Camps. Your friend must be a First Time Camper. The First Time Camper will be verified. 
When registering you can apply for both discounts. Discounts will be applied after verification as a refund to your credit card.

Eco Investigators

For campers ages 9 and 10

Dates: June 26 - 30
Time: 9AM-4PM
Pricing: $150

Camp Description:
During this week campers collect data, conduct experiments, and use scientific tools to measure and analyze their findings. Campers will explore natural cycles among the Earth, investigate our local geology, and learn about the forces behind climate and weather patterns. Learning about human impacts and water filtration reminds campers about the choices we have the power to make every day. 

Wilderness Adventure ​

For campers ages 11, 12 and 13

 Dates: July 3- 7
Time: 9AM- 4PM
Pricing: $150

Camp Description:
Building shelters, starting fires, and tracking animals are only a few of the exciting activities campers will enjoy while exploring the terrestrial and aquatic environments at Lacawac.  Problem solving and team building in a noncompetitive environment will foster leadership skills and build confidence.  Adventurers will enjoy outdoor recreation on a whole new level.

Earth Expressions (Art Camp)

For campers ages 10, 11 and 12. 
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 Dates: July 10 -14
Time: 9AM- 4PM
Pricing: $160

Camp Description:
Finding symmetry, balance, and depth within the natural world are key elements to our more advanced art camp at Lacawac. During this week-long program campers are encouraged to apply their natural observation skills to art projects. Activities, games, and hiking are all seen through the artist’s lens as the natural world acts as our inspiration, guidance, and masterpiece. All projects are culminated in a final showcase for friends and family at the end of the week. All materials will be supplied.

Interpreting Nature (Art Camp)

For campers ages 7, 8 and 9

Dates: July 17-21
Time: 9AM-4PM
Pricing: $160

Camp Description:
Campers will learn to see the natural world as their canvas through nature observations, hiking, and other engaging activities. This introductory-style camp will encourage campers to find shapes, patterns, and forms among the natural world that inspire real-life works of art! Campers will have the opportunity to create their own works of art by painting and drawing with materials found right in our backyard. All projects are culminated in a final showcase for friends and family at the end of the week. All materials will be supplied.  

Creature Feature A

For campers ages 5 and 6

​Dates: July 31- August 4
Time: 9AM-4PM
Pricing: $150

Camp Description:
Splashing in puddles, turning over logs, and investigating under the soil is where campers can be found during this program. Searching for creatures high and low, in the forest and on the lake’s edge, builds a positive curiosity for the natural world through hands-on lessons. Experiential activities and creative play allow for the natural unfolding of wonder and excitement about local creatures and their habitats.   

Exploring Nature A

For campers ages 7 and 8

Dates: August 7-11
Time: 9AM-4PM
Pricing: $150

Camp Description:
While exploring the many ecosystems at Lacawac, campers will learn about local habitats that act as shelters for plants and animals. Through outdoor play and activities campers are connected to their environment by understanding the relationships among living and non-living things. Campers will examine species adaptations that helped them to survive and inquire about the lives of the local species around them.

Creature Feature B

For campers ages 5 and 6

​Dates: August 14-18
Time: 9AM-4PM
Pricing: $150

Camp Description:
Splashing in puddles, turning over logs, and investigating under the soil is where campers can be found during this program. Searching for creatures high and low, in the forest and on the lake’s edge, builds a positive curiosity for the natural world through hands-on lessons. Experiential activities and creative play allow for the natural unfolding of wonder and excitement about local creatures and their habitats.   

Exploring Nature B

For campers ages 7 and 8

Dates: August 21-25
Time: 9AM-4PM
Pricing: $150

Camp Description:
While exploring the many ecosystems at Lacawac, campers will learn about local habitats that act as shelters for plants and animals. Through outdoor play and activities campers are connected to their environment by understanding the relationships among living and non-living things. Campers will examine species adaptations that helped them to survive and inquire about the lives of the local species around them.

Conservation Leadership Academy (CLA)

For campers who have completed grades 7-11

Dates: June 18-23
Ages 13-17
Residential Camp

Refund Policy

Before May 1:  50% refund of cost of camp.
After May 1:  No refund
Cancellations due to medical reasons:  Refunded 50% cost of camp with a doctors certification

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