Junior Naturalists Camp: Ages 4-5

Session 1: June 14-18 | Furry Friends  

Are you covered like me? Explore the world of small animals that wear fur for clothes. Meet a LIVE fur-covered animal and learn about how they survive in the wild.  

Session 2: June 21-25 | Paint with the Colors of the Wind 

How many colors can you find around you? Become an artist with your camp friends and use the stream to create beautiful art with watercolors. 

Session 3: June28 – July 2 | Tree Huggers  

Come build your love for the outdoors by learning about trees. Listen to a story at the Magic Tree, create your own tree, and use sticks to build a home for animals in the wild. Meet a LIVE animal that uses trees as it’s home. 

Session 4: July 12-16 | Oh, Mr. Golden Sun  

Mr. Golden Sun, please shine down on me! The sun gives power to plants and people. Come learn how all things grow with power from the sun. Let’s chase our shadow and see who is high up in the trees. 

Session 5: July19-23 | Dinosaur Safari  

Can you find the family members of ancient dinosaurs? Explore KNC’s gravel pit to search for fossils with your friends. Meet a LIVE, modern-day dinosaur. 

Session 6: July 26-30 | It’s A Buggy Bug World 

Find who’s hiding! The world around us has another life of its own. Learn about the tiny creatures that are walking around on the ground. How many can you find? Meet a LIVE tarantula and other insects at KNC.  

Session 7: August 2-6 | Birds of a Feather 

Discover the exciting world above ground! Learn about bird sounds, and play camouflage where hummingbirds fly. Meet a LIVE bird that might live close to you.  

Session 8: August 9-13 | Wild Water 

Explore the waters of Trout Run Stream to find creatures that live under the surface. Get wet under the showers of Nature’s Playground, and go round and round in the sprinklers. Meet LIVE animals that live in and by the water!