Nature Camps, Inc. - Day Camp Programs

News from Nature Camps

"It's about a sense of wonder!"

March 2009

There is still time to register for all summer sessions. Visit our website for more information or contact us by email or telephone.

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Director's Message:

With late February and early March winds swirling around us, come in for a bit of warmth at naturecamps.com, and watch the slide show on our home page of Adventures for Children (2 1/2-16) and their Families (1974-2009). Indeed, photographs can often say more than words.

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Come meet us!

Nature Camps will be at the Baltimore's Child Camps and Summer Programs Fair from 12-3 p.m. on March 8, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 2004 Greenspring Drive, Timonium, MD.

Nature Camps will also be at the Harford County Kids Magazine's Camp & Education Fair on Saturday, March 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fair will be located at the John Carroll School in Bel Air. Go to http://www.harfordcountykids.com/campfair/ for more information.

Come meet our director and several staff members, ask questions, and get answers!

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Nature Camps Receives Safety 1st Award

Nature Camps was awarded the Safety 1st designation for 2008 from Markel Insurance Company.

"Richmond, VA, Feb. 11, 2009. Markel Insurance Company, a division of Markel Corporation, announced today that 62 camps . . . have received the prestigious Safety 1st designation for 2008. Each year, Markel's Safety 1st program recognizes policyholders who have shown an exceptional commitment to the safety of their employees and customers.

Will Evans, Director of Safety Education at Markel stated, 'Camps must meet stringent criteria to qualify for the Safety 1st designation. They must have a proven safety record for at least three consecutive years, undergo formal assessments and inspections, and participate in continuing education and certification programs. These facilities deserve to be recognized for keeping safety a top priority.'"

2009 Calendar

Click here for the schedule for this summer.

	Open House Join us for our 35^th Open House on Sunday, May 17 from 1 – 4. Returning families, come for an afternoon of reconnecting with the staff, enjoying the woods, and welcoming new families. New families, you'll have the chance to meet Don, other staff, and veteran NC parents. You can also tour the grounds, ask questions, swing on the tall swings, and visit NC's unique Adventure Challenge Ropes Courses. NC water bottles and Camper T-Shirts will be available for purchase.
	Beat the Rush! Register Now! Are you tired of the annual rush to set your child's summer schedule? Beat the rush! Nature Camps is currently accepting registrations for the 2009 Summer Season! Register now online! Go to http://www.naturecamps.com/enrollment/aps.html
	Family Overnights and Concert Evenings Our 2009 Family Overnights (see http://www.naturecamps.com/programs/cfamily.html) are June 25, July 9, 23, and Wed., Aug. 5. Children stay that whole day at camp and parents arrive when convenient. Supper is 6-ish at the large campsite behind the cabins. Ideally, we all sleep under the beautiful stars at the campsite. Tents are welcome and cabins are available in inclement weather. All are most welcome for the whole evening and the next morning, or just for the evening family adventures: swimming (lighted pool), family games, Concert, Adventure Challenge Course, crafts, night walks, campfire, and singing. In the early morning there are blueberry pancakes, eggs, potatoes and orange juice. Camp coffee and cocoa are ready by 7:00 am with breakfast soon following – outside, hopefully using the evening’s campfire coals to light the breakfast fires. All are welcome to stay all day on Friday, and share in your child's activities.
	Nature Camps Welcomes Our New Neighbor: Camp Winwood A Camp for Middle School Boys! On the campsite on Blue Mount Rd (Camp Dancing Bear sign), our associate, Jeff Gunther will be directing a camp just for middle school boys. Highlights of Camp Winwood will be: -Leadership development -Team Building activities -Swimming and instruction -Overnight campout -Tubing and canoeing on the Gunpowder -And much more! Jeff has a strong background in training, coaching athletics, and working with this age group. He is excited about sharing the 230 acres of woods and the river with us. Look for Jeff Gunther's booth at the March Baltimore Child's Summer Camp Fair Camp Winwood . You can email Jeff at jeff.gunther@comcast.net, or by phone at 804-739-1483 or visit them on the web.