October 22, November 14, December 10, & December 22 2025
School is OUT, and KNC Nature Camp is IN! Join the KNC Camp staff for a day of fun while school is out for Kalamazoo Public Schools. Each camp will offer hiking, outdoor adventure, arts and crafts, and visits from KNC animal ambassadors. Kids will meet at the Camp Barn for a day of fun and exploration in nature.
Pre-K – Kindergarten (Ages 4-6): Half Day, 9 am – Noon
Fee: $36 KNC members/$40 non-members
Autumn Naturalists
Wednesday, October 22, 9 am – Noon
Join us for a one-day autumn celebration made just for young explorers! Discover the magic of fall through colorful leaf hunts, fun games, nature walks, and hands-on activities. We’ll dance like falling leaves, learn how animals get ready for winter, and enjoy the crisp autumn air together. A perfect way to celebrate the season and spark a love for nature!
How Do Animals Prepare For Winter?
Friday, November 14, 9 am – Noon
Little campers will explore how animals get ready for the chilly season! Through stories, games, crafts, and outdoor play, they’ll discover how creatures like squirrels, birds, and bears prepare for wintertime.
Winter Tree ID
Wednesday, December 10, 9 am – Noon
Join us for a day of discovery as we explore trees in winter! Campers will learn how to spot different trees without their leaves through games, stories, crafts, and outdoor adventures.
Special Winter Break Camp!
Bird Houses & Winter Birds
Monday, December 22, 9 am – Noon
Campers will discover the world of birds stay through the winter and how they survive the cold! Together we’ll explore bird habitats, go on a winter bird walk, and even paint a gourd bird house to take home!
Special Winter Break Camp!
Cozy Critters
Tuesday, December 30, 9 am – Noon
What do animals do when it gets cold outside? Some take a long nap, some move really slowly, and some keep playing in the snow! At camp, we’ll pretend to be winter animals, make cozy animal homes, and learn how our critter friends stay safe and warm all winter long.
Grades 1-5: Full Day, 9 am – 4 pm
Fee: $54 KNC members/$60 non-members
Autumn Explorers
Wednesday, October 22, 9 am – 4 pm
Discover the wonders of fall! Campers will explore the changing colors of the forest, play nature games, investigate how animals prepare for winter, and enjoy crisp autumn adventures outdoors. A perfect mix of fun, learning, and fall exploration!
How Do Animals Prepare For Winter?
Friday, November 14, 9 am – 4 pm
Join us for a fun fall day camp where we’ll explore how animals get ready for the cold months ahead! From squirrels gathering acorns to bears preparing for hibernation, campers will discover the amazing ways wildlife survives winter through games, hikes, and hands-on activities. Perfect for curious 1st–5th graders who love nature and adventure!
Winter Tree ID
Wednesday, December 10, 9 am – 4 pm
Even without their leaves, trees have amazing clues that tell us who they are! Campers will explore bark, buds, and branches to uncover the secrets of winter trees through hikes, games, and hands-on activities.
Special Winter Break Camp!
Bird Houses & Winter Birds
Monday, December 22, 9 am – 4 pm
Campers will discover the world of birds stay through the winter and how they survive the cold! Together we’ll explore bird habitats, go on a winter bird walk, and even paint a gourd bird house to take home!
Special Winter Break Camp!
Winter Survival
Tuesday, December 30, 9 am – 4 pm
Have you ever wondered how animals survive the cold winter months? Some animals curl up for a long winter’s nap, some slow way down, and others stay active all season long! Join us as we explore the amazing ways mammals and reptiles prepare for and survive winter. Through games, crafts, and outdoor adventures, you’ll learn the difference between hibernation and brumation, build your own animal hideouts, and discover which local critters are tough enough to make it through the snow and ice.