Director's Message:

In reflecting upon the enduring strengths of Nature Camps' counselors, as well as children, over these past thirty-five summers, I am reminded of a passage from George Fox (early Quaker) when he wrote:

Our labor is to bring all men to their own teacher in themselves.

In being with children in nature, we withhold judgement. We accept the uniqueness of individuals and their very real presence in exploring, creating and discovering. We enjoy, without interpreting, the beauty of the child's process, the beauty of the child's uniqueness, the beauty of their sense of wonder. This is what makes the NC experience profound.

Safety 1st Award

Every year, Markel Insurance Company recognizes camps that have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to safety. Camps must have at least a three-year record of safety, and staff must undergo rigorous training and certification to meet the high standards set by Markel. Nature Camps is proud to have achieved this award again in 2009.

Nature Camps at Camp Fair

On Sunday, Feb. 28, five NC staff enjoyed sharing Nature Camps with families attending the Baltimore's Child Camp Fair. It is always refreshing talking with interested parents and their children. Don also looks forward to reconnecting with other directors at the fair, networking, and sharing resources.

2010 Calendar

Schedule

Nature Camps Videos

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Open House


Join us for our 36th Open House on Sunday, May 23 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.

Directions

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 2010 Summer Season!

Sessions are filling up quickly -- especially Teen Adventure!

Register now online!

Family Overnights and Concert Evenings

Our 2010 Family Overnights are July 1, 15, 29, and Wed., Aug. 11. 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.