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NATURE CONNECTIONS SUMMER CAMP

All camp sessions run 9:30-3:30. Registration fees are $200/session.

*Cancellation Policy: Camp registration fee is refundable ONLY if a cancellation is made 30 days prior to the start of camp, minus a non-refundable administrative fee of 25%. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after this deadline.

Woodland Wonders

Entering Grades K-2: June 16-19

Entering Grades 3-5: June 23-26

In these camps, students will explore our Montana terrestrial ecosystems learning about their importance to us as well as to the flora and fauna of the Bitterroot Valley. Through hands-on field and classroom experiences, students will make connections to the environment around them. Throughout the day students will participate in games, hands-on lessons, arts and crafts, trail exploration, and more. K-2nd graders will be transported around the refuge via truck-pulled carriage. 3rd-5th graders will get around the refuge using their own bikes.

A World of Water

Entering Grades K-2: July 7-10

Entering Grades 3-5: July 14-17

In these camps, students will explore our Montana waterways learning about their importance to us as well as to the flora and fauna of the Bitterroot Valley. Through hands-on field and classroom experiences, students will make connections to the environment around them. Students will participate in games, hands-on lessons, arts and crafts, water exploration, and more throughout the day. K-2nd graders will be transported around the refuge via truck-pulled carriage. 3rd-5th graders will get around the refuge using their own bikes.

Aerial Ecosystems

Entering Grades K-2: July 28-31

Entering Grades 3-5: august 4-7

In these camps, students will explore our Montana feathered friends learning about their importance to us as well as to the diverse ecosystems of the Bitterroot Valley. Through hands-on field and classroom experiences, students will make connections to the environment around them. Throughout the day students will participate in games, hands-on lessons, arts and crafts, trail exploration and more. K-2nd graders will be transported around the refuge via truck-pulled carriage. 3rd-5th graders will get around the refuge using their own bikes.

Conservation Connection: Conservation through Recreation

Entering Grades 6-12: July 21-24

In this camp, students will gain recreational skills while also learning about the connection recreation has to the diverse ecosystems of the Bitterroot Valley. Through hands-on field and classroom experiences, students will make connections to the flora and fauna around them. Throughout the day students will participate in archery, fly fishing, hiking, swimming and more. 6th-8th graders will get around the refuge using their own bikes.