NBS Accepting Registrations for February Vacation Camp

Get outside during school holidays with friends new and old! Norman Bird Sanctuary (NBS) vacation camps provide students ages 4-11 with a chance to enjoy a day off from school with exciting, nature-based activities.

Our camp programs are designed to enhance what students learn in the classroom with hands-on opportunities in the great outdoors.   During each program, campers will explore the many habitats of NBS, meet live animals, create natural works of art, and much more!  The format is similar to that of our popular summer camp, with three age-appropriate groups from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 

Each camp is seasonally themed, with hikes, nature experiments, and games.  Space is limited, so register early - you won't want to miss this opportunity to enjoy the fun of summer camp all year round! 

February 21-25: Nature Detectives
Did you know that the forest can give us clues about the past? During this week long adventure, Use your senses discover the sanctuary's past.  "Clues" will be included in games, songs, hikes, crafts and animal presentations!
Program Cost: Members- $200; Non-members- $250

April 18-22: April Showers
Drip, drip, drop! April is a rainy time of year, but where does all that water go? During this fun filled week of camp we will explore ponds and pools, stomp through puddles on hikes and even meet some animal friends. Come join us!
Program Cost: Members- $200; Non-members- $250

Sample Day
8 a.m. Before-Care (Optional)
9 a.m. Arrival; Gathering Activities
9:30 a.m. Getting to Know You Games
10 a.m. Introduction to the Day
10:30 a.m. Snack
10:45 a.m. Hike and Outdoor Exploration
12 p.m. Lunch
12:30 p.m. Journaling or Quiet Discovery Time, Story, Song, etc.
1 p.m. Animal Presentation
1:30 p.m. Outdoor Exploration Activities, Experiments, etc.
2:30 p.m. Nature Games
2:45 p.m. Wrap Up of Day
3 p.m. Depart
3 - 5 p.m. After-Care (Optional)

Registration Information
Vacation camp is held from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the days indicated.  Three age-appropriate camp groups are available for each session: Ages 4-5, Ages 6-8, and Ages 9-11.  Some groups may be combined depending on registration.  Before care (8:30 - 9 a.m.) and After care (3 - 5 p.m.) are also available for an additional fee.

Each class is led by two teachers with a maximum of 16 kids.  Our professional educators share a passion for teaching about the natural world.

Programs are held in the NBS Ed Shed, Classroom, and Barn, and campers explore our 300+ acre "outdoor classroom" during games, activities, and daily hikes.  Campers are asked to bring their own lunch (peanut-free, please) and snack.  Water bottles, coats, rain gear, boots, and a full change of clothes are also suggested.  We will be outside, so please dress your child appropriately for the weather.  Space is limited, so please register early to ensure your child's space. 

For more information or to register, please call (401) 846-2577 or
e-mail education@normanbirdsanctuary.org