SUMMER CAMPS

Member registration will open at the end of February.
Non-member registration will open at the beginning of March.

2025 summer camps

Wesselman Woods offers five weeks of summer camp each summer. Each camp runs for one week from 9 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. Drop-off begins at 8:45 AM, and pick-up begins at 3:45 PM. We do not offer before or after care.

We provide two snacks each day, but campers are required to bring their own lunch.

Cost
$200 for non-members
Members receive a 10% discount!

Registration notes:
- Please register your child for no more than two camps.
- Camper(s) must be going into the grade(s) of the camp for which they are being registered.

June 2-6 ▪︎ 2nd-5th Graders

Do you dream of exploring the great outdoors like a true naturalist? Join us for a week filled with adventure and discovery! From learning how to identify trees to mastering the art of fort-building, we’ll dive into the wonders of the natural world and learn some survival skills!  

June 9-13 ▪︎ 1st-3rd Graders

Raptors, reptiles, mammals, oh my! Craving to know more about critters? This is the camp for you! During this week we will learn all about native animals. From the diet to the funny personalities of the animal ambassadors at Wesselman Woods, this week is sure to please all animal lovers!

June 23-27 ▪︎ 4th-7th Graders

Attention all aspiring wizards and magical beings! Step into the Wizarding Woods for a week of enchantment where nature meets magic. Explore through a fantastical lens and uncover the mystical connections between the natural world and your favorite magical stories.  

July 7-11 ▪︎ 1st-3rd graders

Get ready to make a splash in one of nature’s most unique ecosystems – our Wild Wild Wetlands! This week, we’ll discover the vital role wetlands play in our environment and for animals near and far. From wading birds to aquatic plants, this camp is perfect for young explorers who love learning about water and wildlife.  

July 14-18 ▪︎ 4th-7th graders

Are you a bookworm with a love for the great outdoors? An artist inspired by nature? This week-long camp is for you! Dive into the pages of nature-themed stories and let your imagination come alive through art projects. It’s a creative adventure you won’t want to miss!  

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Please register your child for no more than two camps. This is a new policy, and it is to ensure our summer camps are accessible to more kids. If you are interested in registering for a third week, we can add you to the waitlist.

    To be added, please email our Director of Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org with your camper’s name, preferred camp, and your phone number.

  • Your child needs to be going into that grade this coming fall.

  • We do not offer before or after care. Drop-off starts at 8:45 AM and pick-up starts at 3:45 PM.

  • Refund requests must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the scheduled session of camp. Registrations cancelled less than two weeks prior to the start of camp will not be refunded.

  • We do not provide lunch, so campers must bring a lunch each day that does not require a refrigerator or microwave. We do, however, provide a nutritional snack in the morning and afternoon.  

  • Depending on the weather, we typically spend 2.5-3 hours outside each day.

  • Yes! If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email our Director of Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org with your camper’s name, preferred camp, and your phone number.

  • We're happy to offer summer camp sponsorships, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sponsorship availability depends on the generosity of our donors, so while we can't guarantee funding for everyone, we encourage you to apply! For more information and to apply, please visit www.wesslelmanwoods.org/sponsoredcamper.

2024 Summer camp Photos