Click here for our Science & Nature Summer Camp at our Warwick Campus!

HHNC Campers spend their days exploring the woods, ponds, fields, trails, and forest discovering the natural world. Each week has a new theme!

A Typical Day At Camp Includes:

  • Ice-breaker games

  • Team building activities

  • Thematic science & nature lessons 

  • Hikes & adventures

  • Crafts & games

  • Supervised nature play time

  • Quiet time

  • Safe, age-appropriate socialization

Why Choose Our Camp This Summer?

  • Members receive 10% off registration for siblings in the same calendar week

  • Not-Yet-Members receive a 5% sibling discount in the same calendar week

  • Flexibility of registration by the week

  • Low counselor-to-camper ratio and limited total enrollment means individualized attention

  • Balanced activities throughout the day to expend energy without overtiredness

  • A dedicated professional staff

  • Memories to last a lifetime!

  • Unique landscape

  • Access to the Nature Center’s amenities including live animals

Summer Camp 2025 Information:

Drop-off: 9am
Half Day Pick-up: 12pm (wanderers only)
Full Day Pick-up: 3pm

No camp on Friday, July 4th during week 1

Wanderers (half day):

  • Age 4

  • Registration Per Week: $190 HHNC Members / $225 Not-yet-Members (Week 1 – $155/$180)

Ramblers:

  • Ages 5 or Entering Kindergarten in the Fall

  • Registration Per Week: $355 HHNC Members / $405 Not-yet-Members (Week 1 – $285/$325)

Explorers:

  • Ages 6-7

  • Registration Per Week: $355 HHNC Members / $405 Not-yet-Members (Week 1 – $285/$325)

Trailblazers:

  • Ages 8-9

  • Registration Per Week: $355 HHNC Members / $405 Not-yet-Members (Week 1 – $285/$325)

Trekkers:

  • Ages 10-12

  • Registration Per Week: $395 HHNC Members / $445 Not-yet-Members (Week 1 – $295/$335)

Eco Rangers (Week 7 only 8/11-8/15): 

  • Ages 13-16

  • Registration Per Week: $425 HHNM Members/$475 Not-yet-Members

    MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT:

    The Member discount for Camp is $50 per week ($45 for Trekkers) which means that A Family Membership ($90) pays for itself in just two sessions!
    CLick here to become an hhnc member!

    SIBLING DISCOUNT:

    Siblings must attend the same week(S):
    -10% for HHNC members
    -5% for not-yet-members
    **Discount will be credited
    after registration is completed**


    Weekly Science & Nature themes

    Week 1: June 30 - July 3
    Planting for the Future

    • This week campers will learn, play, and do activities with gardening, planting, and farming in mind. Sow the seeds of the future and get their hands dirty. Learn where their food comes from and how it's grown, in Planting for the Future week.

    Week 2: July 7 - 11
    Wild Wonders Week

    • Join us for a wonderful week of discovering our Wild World, and the animals that live in it. We will cover all manner of species including mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds. We will discuss adaptations, behaviors, habitats and more! 

    Week 3: July 14-17
    Ancient Odyssey

    • Come explore the ancient world through crafts, activities, and games that highlight dinosaurs, extinct mammals and other historical topics. Campers will become mini archaeologists and uncover the wonders of the ancient world. 

    Week 4: July 21 - 25
    Monster Mash

    • Campers will be transported into the world of monsters and mythological creatures through interactive storytelling, crafting, games, and group challenges. We will combine creativity and history, ensuring that kids have fun while learning about the fascinating folklore that has shaped cultures worldwide!

    Week 5: July 28 - August 1
    Science Safari

    • Join us as we grow in our understanding of the incredible worlds of science! Your campers will be exploring the outdoors, Participating in scientific experiments while asking questions and exploring topics about the scientific world around them.

    Week 6: August 4-8
    Outdoor Adventures

    • Come join the Nature Center for a camp full of Outdoor Adventures. Campers will explore the vast woodlands and fields. Learn about survival skills while also gaining knowledge about our area's unique history and the people who lived in this area.

    Week 7: August 11-15
    Environmental Art

    • Unleash your inner artist! Campers will use their imagination and creativity to make art with natural objects they find outdoors. From creating their own natural art supplies to making their own natural instruments, kids will appreciate the beauty of nature through their own creations. 

    **Eco Rangers (ages 13-16) **WEEK 7 ONLY** August 11-15

    • 9am-3pm Monday-Wednesday and 6pm-8am Thursday-Friday

      Eco Rangers is a wild week of adventure for campers ages 13-16! Monday and Tuesday we will be going hiking off site, swimming in a lake, and trying our hands at a team building ropes course. Wednesday, campers will make their campsite, test out our hammocks and prep a campfire meal. Thursday night into Friday morning we will cook our campfire meals, play manhunt, go ghost hunting in the Farmhouse (If they want) and make smores while sleeping under the stars in our hammocks, (that campers get to keep). Lastly we will make breakfast in the forest and enjoy the early morning bird calls before we head home. (Space is very limited.)

    Week 8: August 18-22
    Bug Bonanza

    • This week campers will be introduced to the fascinating world of insects, their unique characteristics, and their essential roles in nature. Through fun and interactive activities, kids will develop a deeper appreciation for these small but mighty creatures.

Field Trips:

Wildlife Education Campus

  • All campers will be going to our Wildlife Education Campus located at (Roe Park, 25 Boulevard, Cornwall-On-Hudson) on their designated camp days. There, all campers will get to view our Hall of Animal with various native New York creatures, engage in live animal presentations while exploring the streams and forests of the campuses surrounding ecosystems.

*Trekkers Only* Black Rock Forest and Science Center (Guardians drop off at Black Rock)

  • Campers ages 10-12 in the Trekker group are headed to our neighboring Black Rock Forest and Science Center every Tuesday for a hike through the woods while learning about natural science through games and activities. See beautiful views on top of the mountain and wildlife in its natural habitat in this year's Trekker camp group field trip.

*Trekkers Only* Bear Mountain State Park and Zoo (We provide transportation Bear Mountain)

  • This year campers ages 10-12 in the Trekker group will be going to Bear Mountain State Park and Zoo. There the camp group will enjoy a walk around the lake and a full trip to the Bear Mountain Zoo and Museum. Campers will also have the opportunity to swim at the Bear Mountain Pool accompanied by our own lifeguard.

    AVAILABILITY:

    • Ramblers (age 5):
      -Week 6 is FULL

    • Explorers (ages 6-7):
      -Week 2 full
      -Week 6 has 1 space remaining. Call (845) 534-5506 to register for that spot

Per The Orange County Department of Health Policy:

Camper immunizations must be up-to-date and on file with the Nature Center. Completion of our Health Form (emailed) is required prior to the beginning of camp. Children whose paperwork is not submitted 10 business days prior to their first day of camp will not be permitted to attend, *except in cases listed below.

Vaccination requirements by grade can be found by clicking here.

Please note:
all campers must have TWO doses of the MMR vaccine prior to the start of camp without exception!

  • *For any camp registrations made LESS THAN TWO WEEKS BEFORE the start date - ALL paperwork and immunization forms must be submitted within 48 hours of your registration

  • Registration for the upcoming week of camp will close the corresponding Tuesday before at 12pm

  • NO IN-PERSON OR *PHONE REGISTRATIONS ARE ACCEPTED unless noted

    FOR QUESTIONS EMAIL: SUMMERCAMP@HHNATURECENTER.ORG

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Late policy- No late pick-ups are permitted. There will be an additional fee for every late pick-up after 3pm of $1 per minute

Photographs: We reserve the right to use any pictures or videos of campers to promote HHNC unless otherwise notified by parents.

Trips: We reserve the right to change/cancel field trips due to weather, safety considerations or other issues beyond our control.

Behavioral Policy: To ensure a safe environment campers will be expected to follow safety and behavioral guidelines set by instructors at the start of camp. We want all campers to have fun and we will not accept situations where campers are made to feel unsafe. As such, we have a zero tolerance policy towards bullying. Counselors will discuss any perceived bullying or behavioral issues with parents/guardians, to discuss next steps. If the pattern of negative behavior continues your child will not be permitted to return to camp. Intentional physical violence towards another camper or staff may result in immediate expulsion. Removing a child from camp is not done lightly and is only done when it is felt to be in the campers best interest or for the continued safety of other campers. Dismissals from camp due to behavioral issues are not subject to a refund.

Cancellation & Refund Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 3 weeks prior to your camper’s start date will be eligible for a 70% refund. Cancellations made 2 weeks prior of your camper’s start date will be eligible for a 50% refund. No refund will be made if cancellation is received less than two weeks prior to start date (determined by email date).  We reserve the right to cancel any camp program for any reason, in which case a full refund of the pre-paid program fee will be issued.

Children dismissed due to discipline, behavioral or similar situations will not be entitled to a refund. Campers will not be permitted to attend if medical forms and immunizations are not on file. No refunds will be given for missed days due to late/missing paperwork. Children absent from any day of camp will not be entitled to a refund, credit or exchange of dates. Any change in camp sessions/ dates (if available), is subject to a $20.00 administrative fee, in addition to any other applicable camp fees.

**If you require a refund because of unforeseen circumstances or any other cancellation policy/ inquiries, please contact Rob Lipkin at rlipkin@hhnm.org or 845-534-5506 ext 201 in regards to our refund policy.

#100HoursUnplugged Summer Challange

100 hours Unplugged

Kids now log an average of 7.5 hours of screen time per day. And do you know how much time they’re spending outside? Approximately 4 -7 minutes. It’s time to unplug. The Hudson Highlands Nature Center invites you to take on the #100HoursUnplugged challenge this summer.  Learn more at www.100HoursUnplugged.com.