Summer Camps, Teen, and Family Programs

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1 Summer Camps, Teen, and Family Programs 2018

2 SUMMER CAMP 2018 Use this chart to find the appropriate camp for your child s age group and available week. Discoverers Preschool, 3-4yrs old with an adult Eyes on Nature Pathfinders Completed Kindergarten, 5-6 yrs old Search for Nature s Wonders (half day) Mission Exploration (full day) Trailblazers Completed Grades 1 or 2 Secrets of Nature Nature s Enchantment Explorers Completed Grades 3 or 4 Eco-Mysteries Discovering Watery Worlds Guardians Completed Grades 5 or 6 Animal Tracking Week begins on: 6/18 6/25 7/9 7/16 7/23 7/30 8/6 8/13 am Pm am am Pm Earth Skills Garden Wonders Roots, Shoots, Buckets & Boots (6-8 yrs old) Green Thumbs and Dirty Knees (8-10 yrs old) Life on the Farm(10-12 yrs old) Stewards Completed Grades 7-9 Outdoor Adventures Mirror Lake Outpost Adventures Questers Completed Grades 7-12 Boundary Waters Canoe Trip (July 7-13) Expeditioners Completed Grades 7-12 Rock Climbing and Paddling at Devil s Lake State Park (July 16-20)

3 our exciting 2018 summer programs... The Riveredge Nature Journeys Program has taken the best of what we do and created a series of fun educational camps. These camps connect people (preschool through adult) with the natural world in a deep and meaningful way, building skills, and awareness from one camp to the next. All of the Nature Journeys curricula are based on sound educational practices. Campers participate in hands-on explorations as they ask questions about the mysteries of the natural world, uncover evidence at their fingertips, and draw conclusions based on personal experiences. Of course, there is plenty of time for engaging in unstructured play throughout the day! Interactions with other campers and with our highly qualified staff of educators (at 10 students or less to one teacher) allow each person to receive individualized attention. Our goal is to give campers tools and strategies they can use to continue to explore the wonders of our natural world throughout their lives. By connecting and building along our path from Discoverers, Pathfinders, Trailblazers, Garden Wonders, Explorers, Guardians, Stewards, Questers, Expeditioners and on through Family Adventures, campers can look forward to a more engaging and extended outdoor experience every year. Table of contents DISCOVERERS (Ages 3-4)... 1 PATHFINDERS (Ages 5-6)... 1 TRAILBLAZERS (Completed Grades 1 or 2) EXPLORERS (Completed Grades 3 or 4)... 2 GUARDIANS (Completed Grades 5 or 6) GARDEN WONDERS (Ages 6-12)... 3 STEWARDS (Completed Grades 7-9)... 4 QUESTERS (Completed Grades 7-12)... 4 EXPEDITIONERS (Completed Grades 9-12)... 5 FAMILY ADVENTURES... 5 parent/grandparent child treks... 6 REGISTRATION INFORMATION... 7 UPCOMING EVENTS... 8 PAGE

4 Eyes on Nature Age Group: Preschool (3-4 years old) with an adult Session 1: June 25-28, 9:15-11:15 am, M-Th Session 2: July 16-19, 9:15-11:15 am, M-Th Session 3: July 16-19, 1:15-3:15 pm, M-Th Fees: Member $110 Non-Member $130 Experience the wonders of summertime and learn about the amazing world of insects, flowers, birds and pond life with a Riveredge Educator. Parents join in the fun with their camper to explore diverse habitats and create projects that go along with our theme. Spend time with your child in nature and all eyes will be opened! Mission Exploration Age Group: Completed a full day school program (5-6 years old) Session 1: July 9-12, 9 am-4 pm, M-Th Session 2: July 23-26, 9 am-4 pm, M-Th Fees: Member $220 Non-Member $250 Explore all that Riveredge has to offer as you uncover and investigate the wonders of the animal kingdom. Each day, study a different type of animal including mammals, birds, and reptiles. Learn and explore the wild places they inhabit. The fun-filled exploration will be mixed with games, crafts, stories, and snacks to keep you going. Search for Nature s Wonders Age group: Completed Kindergarten (5-6 years old) Session 1: June 18-22, 9 am-12 pm, M-F Session 2: June 18-22, 1-4 pm, M-F Fees: Member $160 Non-member $180 Spend fun-filled days traversing the trails and uncovering the many hidden wonders in the nooks and crannies of Riveredge. Become immersed in the natural world as you crawl the forest floor, climb the hillsides, and splash in the wetlands. All this hands-on exploration will be blended with a myriad of games, crafts, stories and snacks to keep you going. Secrets of Nature Age Group: Completed Grades 1 or 2 Session 1: June 18-22, 9 am-4 pm, M-F Session 2: June 25-June 29, 9am-4 pm, M-F Session 3: July 30-Aug 3, 9am-4 pm, M-F Fees: Member $250 Non-Member $280 Nature is bursting with secrets and mysteries! Journey throughout Riveredge searching for secrets and solving mysteries of the forest, field, pond, and river. Join us for a week full of fun, hands-on learning adventures that will get you into the heart of the natural world. At the core of Trailblazer Camp is Trailblazer Island our very own special world where we explore, build forts, climb, dig, and catch frogs! Exploration, curiosity, outdoors, nature = one unique camp. Every day was fun and different! -Parent of a Pathfinders Camper 1

5 Nature s Enchantment Age Group: Completed Grades 1 or 2 Session 1: July 16-20, 9am-4 pm, M-F Session 2: July 23-27, 9am-4 pm, M-F Session 3: August 6-10, 9am-4 pm, M-F Session 4: August 13-17, 9am-4 pm, M-F Fees: Member $250 Non-Member $280 Let nature cast a spell on you as you discover a magical world most people miss! Legends, myths, and our own imaginations will be our guides each morning as we explore forest, prairie, wetland, and river habitats at Riveredge. Our afternoon home will be the ever-changing and always magical, Trailblazer Island! Discovering Watery Worlds Age Group: Completed Grades 3 or 4 Session 1 & 2: June 18-22, 9 am-4 pm M-F (no overnight) Session 3: July 16-20, 9 am-4 pm M-F (no overnight) Session 4: August 6-10, 9 am-4 pm M-F (no overnight) Session 5: August 13-17, 9 am-4 pm M-F (no overnight) Fees: Member $280 Non-Member $300 Hey campers, come explore the Milwaukee River, Riveredge Creek, ponds and wetlands. Unravel riddles and follow clues to discover the secrets of the many aquatic wonders that we have at Riveredge. Our mission will be to discover the living things that call these unique watery worlds their homes, and how these special places affect all living things, including us. Join us for a week of wonder and play, including creeking in Riveredge Creek, floating on tubes, and kayaking at Mauthe Lake. Please note: Watery Worlds sessions do not include an overnight camp out. Eco-Mysteries Age Group: Completed Grades 3 or 4 Session 1 & 2: June 25-June 29, 9am-4pm M-Th Session 3: July 9-13, 9am-4pm M-Th Session 4: July 23-27, 9am-4pm M-Th Session 5: July 30- Aug 3, 9am-4pm M-Th Fees: Member $290 Non-Member $310 Calling all mystery and adventure seekers! Become a nature detective and spend a fun-filled week unraveling the riddles animals and plants weave throughout the landscape. Venture to Pike Lake State Park to hike the tower and spend an afternoon on the water. Adventure through forests, prairies, ponds and creeks and way, way up in trees! Under the guidance of a certified instructor, climb into a secret treetop world using ropes and special equipment. Don t forget our overnight adventure complete with a night hike and campfire-roasted s mores. Nature s mysteries await you! I like this camp so much because catching frogs and turtles and being outside in nature is the best thing you can do. -Explorers Camper 2 Animal Tracking Age Group: Completed Grades 5 or 6 Session 1: July 16-20, 9 am-4 pm, M-F (no overnight) Session 2: Aug 6-10, 9 am-4 pm, M-F (no overnight) Session 3: Aug 13-17, 9 am-4 pm, M-F (no overnight) Fees: Member $280 Non-Member $300 From aquatic insects to Wisconsin Mammals, we ll spend the week tracking animals of various habitats! Extra stealth and attentiveness will be needed as we follow animal signs leading us throughout the sanctuary. We ll visit hidden lookouts, set trail cams, and lure animals to our hiding spots. We ll venture to Mauthe Lake for a paddling experience and float the Milwaukee River in search of crayfish and adventure! Please note: Animal Tracking sessions do not include an overnight camp out.

6 Earth Skills Session 1: July 9-13, 9 am-4 pm, M-Th Session 2: July 23-27, 9 am-4 pm, M-Th Session 3: July 30-Aug 3, 9 am-4 pm, M-Th Fees: Member $290 Non-Member $310 Foods, Fibers, and Finding your way! Harvest and prepare wild edibles, improve your cartography (map making) abilities, and find a hidden treasure. Utilize primitive pigments in artistic creations, float on tubes, and practice your Leave No Trace skills at the sanctuary. Venture to Pike Lake State Park to hike the tower and spend an afternoon on the water. Connect with the forest as you climb into the treetops using ropes and special equipment under the supervision of trained tree-climbing facilitators. Green Thumbs and Dirty Knees Age Group: 8-10 year olds August 6-10, 9am-4pm, M-F Fees: Member $280 Non-member $300 Come and explore the bounty of the Riveredge Children s Garden as we unravel the secrets of plants, the glory of pollinators, and the joy of simply digging in the soil. Discover how the garden is like other ecosystems as we journey through forests, prairies, ponds, and rivers in search of adventure and fun. Our week will also include river tubing, swimming, fishing, a harvest quest, and other surprises along the way. We ll top our week off with a field trip to a local organic farm. Roots, Shoots, Buckets & Boots Age Group: 6-8 year olds July 30- Aug 3, 9am-4pm, M-F Fees: Member $270 Non-member $300 The Riveredge Children s Garden is a magical place full of mysteries to explore, plants and animals to meet and delicious sights, smells and tastes. Be ready for adventure as we journey through forests, prairies, ponds and rivers to discover how they are similar to our garden. This funfilled week includes swimming, fishing, digging, catching frogs, feeding chickens at the farm, and much more. 3 Life on the Farm Age Group: year olds August 13-17, 9am-4pm, M-F Fees: Member $280 Non-member $300 Have you got what it takes to experience life on the farm? The Farm at Riveredge, our permaculture site, is a great place for new or experienced farm kids to deepen their relationship with food. Campers will explore how natural systems support both humans and wildlife by visiting a variety of habitats. Throughout the week, we will get our hands dirty as we gain a new appreciation of where our food comes from by harvesting, planting, and preparing vegetables for the whole family to enjoy. Our week will culminate with a field trip to Port Fish Aquaponics. [My child] couldn t wait to return each morning and couldn t stop talking about his experiences each afternoon. Very pleased with the overall experience. - Parent of a Garden Wonders Camper

7 Outdoor Adventures Age Group: Completed grades 7-9 June 18- June 22, 9am-4pm M-Th Fee: Members $290 Non-members $310 During this leadership focused week, we ll look inwards and outwards as we learn the skills necessary to be a successful camp counselor, and challenge ourselves in a variety of exciting outdoor pursuits. During the week we ll hike, build seaworthy rafts, and paddle Sheboygan Marsh. We will try out our leadership skills with younger campers and build a lasting legacy with land stewardship. When the sun sets, we ll explore the trails in search of wildlife and glimmering stars on our overnight campout. Come prepared to make new friends and experience new challenges- Riveredge style, of course! Boundary Waters Canoe Trip Age Group: Completed grades 7-12 Saturday, July 7 Friday, July 13 (We will meet at Riveredge at 7am on Saturday, July 7 and return by 8pm on Friday, July 13) Pre-Trip Meeting: Tuesday, June 6:30pm (for parents and trip participants) Pre-Trip Packing Party: Friday, July 6-7:30pm (for all trip participants, parents welcome) Fee: $600 per person Journey to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Minnesota for an experience of a lifetime. Spend a week swimming in the crystal clear lakes, catching delicious fish, and exploring majestic forests and tranquil beaches. On this exciting adventure, we will travel by canoe through some of the most pristine land in the country. We ll camp in backcountry sites in the peaceful wilderness and practice leave no trace principles. You provide a sleeping bag, pack, and personal items and we ll provide the rest. Space is limited on this wilderness canoe camping adventure, so sign up early! Mirror Lake Outpost Adventures Age Group: Completed grades 7-9 July 9-13, 9am-4pm M-F (overnight Thursday at Mirror Lake) Fee: Members $350 Non-members $380 During this leadership focused week, we ll look inwards and outwards as we learn the skills necessary to be a successful camp counselor, and challenge ourselves in a variety of exciting outdoor pursuits. We will try out our leadership skills with younger campers and build a lasting legacy with land stewardship. On Thursday we will make our way to Mirror Lake State Park to hike, paddle, and explore one of Wisconsin s most glacially impacted areas. We will return from this high adventure trip Friday afternoon. 4 Volunteer Opportunity Enthusiastic teens who enjoy working with children in an outdoor setting can volunteer as summer camp counselors. Camp counselors assist camp leaders with their group of campers throughout the day by leading games, working with small groups of campers during activities, and serving as a positive role model. We offer a full-day training session held Thursday, June 14th. Interested? Contact Steff Merten at or smerten@riveredge.us.

8 Rock Climbing and Paddling at Devil s Lake State Park Age Group: Completed Grades 7-12 Monday, July 16 Friday, July 20 (We will meet at Riveredge at 9am on Monday, July 16 and return by 4pm on Friday, July 20) Pre-Trip meeting: Monday, July 6:30pm (for all parents and trip participants) Fees: $550 per person Are you ready to take on a new challenge?! Join our rock climbing expedition to one of the best climbing locations in the midwest. We will hike the bluffs, paddle the lake, learn Leave No Trace camping skills, practice outdoor cooking techniques, and of course learn how to climb and belay! Using inclusive decision making, instructors will help campers set goals and discover their true abilities and potential while gaining a sense of accomplishment. You provide a sleeping bag, pack, and personal items and we ll provide the rest. Family Overnight at Riveredge All Ages Session 1: Exploring the Night Sky Saturday, July 28, 5pm Sunday, July 29, 9am Session 2: Creatures of the Night Friday, August 10, 5pm Saturday, August 11, 9am Fee (per family): Member $55 Non-member $75 Join a Riveredge Naturalist for a unique opportunity to experience Riveredge after hours. Spend the evening exploring the trails, looking for night creatures, catching fireflies or relaxing at the campfire. Pitch your tent on the Riveredge lawn and slumber to the sound of the night choir. We will provide dinner, and in the morning you ll enjoy pancakes with Riveredge maple syrup. Space is limited so register early. Each family is limited to one tent. Please note: At Creatures of the Night we ll camp at The Farm; Exploring the Night Sky we ll camp near the main building. * Please notify us of any allergies or special diets at the time of the reservation. Family Overnight at Kohler-Andre State Park All Ages Friday June 15th, 6pm Sunday, June 17th, 9am Fee (per family): Member $125 Non-member $175 Join a Riveredge Naturalist for a unique opportunity to experience what our wonderful state parks have to offer! This year we will venture to Kohler-Andre State Park and spend the weekend exploring trails, learning the area s geology and history, and relaxing at the campfire. Pitch your tent in the group camp sites and slumber to the sound of the night choir. We ll cook all of Saturday s meals on the campfire, and on Sunday morning we ll enjoy pancakes with Riveredge maple syrup. 5 *Transportation and vehicle state park sticker/day passes not included in fee

9 Day time adventures for the whole family Ages vary by program (Children must be accompanied by an adult) Tree Climbing Ages 7 and up Session 1: Friday, June 15, 1-3pm Session 2: Wednesday, July 11, 10am-12pm Fee (per person): Member $20 Non-member $35 Explore Riveredge at a new elevation! Our Tree Climbing programs are meant for climbers with little to no tree climbing skills. Ascend ropes and explore the world way above your feet. We make it safe and easy! All equipment is supplied; all you need is loose clothing (T-shirt and long pants recommended), closed-toe shoes (hard soles recommended), and an adventurous spirit. Tubing the Milwaukee River Ages 7 and up Session 1: Friday, June 22, 1-3:30pm Session 2: Monday, July 2, 1-3:30pm Fee (per person): Member $10 Non-member $15 After a quick tour of the Sturgeon Streamside Rearing Facility, we ll hop on inner tubes and float down the Milwaukee River. Along the way, we ll discover the diversity of living things that make their home in the river. Wear sturdy shoes and clothing that can get wet. Bring a lifejacket and inner tube if you have them. Participants should be able to hike approximately 1 mile. River Rambling Ages 5 and up Session 1: Monday, July 9, 10 am-12 pm Session 2: Monday, August 6, 1-3 pm Fee (per person): Member $5 Non-member $7 Join a naturalist and step into the Milwaukee River! We ll explore this wonderful, watery, world and seek out the creatures that call the river home. Bring your favorite wading shoes (old sneakers work best), a towel and a change of clothes. Expect to get wet! Feel free to pack a lunch and have a picnic. Kayak Sheboygan Marsh Ages 10 and up Monday, July 30, 9am-3pm Fee (per person): Member $35 Non-member $45 Experience kayaking through Sheboygan Marsh, located just 45 minutes from Riveredge. The slow-moving waters of the marsh offer relaxing family paddling. The flora and fauna are unmatched, and more than 350 species of birds have been sighted over the years. Join a Riveredge naturalist for an exciting day of paddling and discovery. Riveredge will provide the kayak, paddles and lifejackets; you provide a hat, sunscreen, water, lunch and enthusiasm. Program limited to 12 participants. Canoeing Sheboygan Marsh Ages 8 and up Friday, August 17, 9am-3pm Fee (per person): Member $20 Non-member $30 Experience canoeing through Sheboygan Marsh, located just 45 minutes from Riveredge. The slow-moving waters of the marsh offer relaxing family paddling. The flora and fauna are unmatched, and more than 350 species of birds have been sighted over the years. Join a Riveredge naturalist for an exciting day of paddling and discovery. Riveredge will provide the canoes, paddles and lifejackets; you provide a hat, sunscreen, water, lunch and enthusiasm. 6

10 Summer Camp Registration Registration for the Nature Journeys Summer Camps will be taken through our online registration system. You may access the registration system through the Summer Camp website (click on the Summer Camp picture block on the Riveredge home page at RiveredgeNatureCenter.org). When registering, make sure you have all the medical information (insurance, primary doctor, medication, etc.) handy for the child you are registering. You will have to fill out a medical information form during the registration process. Online registration will close the Wednesday before the week of a camp. Spaces may still be available at that time, call for availability. Membership Discount: Riveredge Membership starts at $40 and discounts on camps range from $20-$30 based on the camp. That means that a basic membership nearly pays for itself on day one and still provides many other benefits all year round! Visit RiveredgeNatureCenter.org/membership for more information on membership benefits, levels, and signup. Extended Care Riveredge is happy to provide before & after camp extended care for our full day campers. Our programs allow campers to spend just a little more time exploring Riveredge with earlier drop off and/or later pick up. Camp counselors will encourage your camper s imagination through games and activities and they will have plenty of time for free play in our natural playground. An option will be given during registration to receive more information on our extended care offerings. Multiple Camps/Children Discount: If you register for multiple camps (they can be for the same child or different children), you will pay the normal fee for the first camp and receive a 10% discount off of each additional camp. Please note, in order to receive both the multiple camps and multiple child (i.e. signing up 2 children for 2 camps a piece) discount in the same registration, you must pay 50% of your registration cost and contact Riveredge directly at to have the remaining total adjusted. Waitlist: Waitlists will be formed when camps have reached their capacity. It is beneficial to put your name on a waitlist since many times spots open up due to family scheduling conflicts. There is no fee to put your child on the waitlist. If enough campers are on a waitlist for a particular camp, we will attempt to add another camp session to that week depending on staff availability. Payment: 50% of camp fees are due at the time of registration. Full payment for all camps is due by May 1st. You may make payments on your account at anytime through the online registration system using your log-in information. If full payment is not received by May 1st, we can not guarantee that your child s space in camp will be held. Cancellations: Registrations may be cancelled up to 30 days prior to camp to receive a refund of registration fees minus a $50 non-refundable deposit. If you cancel less than 30 days before your week of camp, refunds are only given for medical reasons and family emergencies. These refunds are also subject to the $50 non-refundable deposit. Switching Camps: If you d like to move your camp registration to another camp, we are happy to accommodate those requests if space allows. Each date change is subject to a $10 fee. Please contact Riveredge directly at to make a date change request. 7

11 Mark your calendars! Nature Journeys Summer Camp Slideshow & Party Monday, August 20, 6:30-8pm All summer camp families are encouraged to attend this event to celebrate the end of the summer camp season and see their child on the big screen. Upcoming Riveredge events Visit RiveredgeNatureCenter.org for more information Frog Fest Saturday, June 2, 12-4pm Celebrate the watery worlds of Riveredge and search for frogs, tadpoles, salamanders and other creatures that live in our wetlands. River valley bike ride Sunday, June 24 With 7 scenic routes of varying lengths, a summer country picnic at the finish, and a relaxing, noncompetitive format, the event is one of the most popular rides in southeast Wisconsin. riveredge adventure challenge Sunday, August 26, 1-4pm Assemble a team to compete with one another in a series of physical and mental challenges hidden throughout the sanctuary. Reveal their locations by working together to complete the tasks. sturgeon fest Saturday, September 29, 11am-3pm at Milwaukee s Lakeshore State Park Sturgeon Fest is the annual Festival that celebrates the Return the Sturgeon Project on a grand scale and invites the public to participate first-hand in the reintroduction program by releasing fingerling-size lake sturgeon into Lake Michigan. Trails & Treats Saturday, October 13, 3-7pm Join us for an evening of tricks and treats on the trails of Riveredge! Families are invited to hike the Riveredge trails and visit educational stations along a 1 mile loop, answer questions posed by costumed creatures and receive candy-free treats as you go. 8

12 NON-PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID Newburg, WI Permit No. 1 P.O. Box 26 Newburg, WI ONLINE REGISTRATION!