The Arboretum at Flagstaff will be offering its Eco-Explorers Summer Camp again in June and July, featuring outdoor learning experiences for kids aged 5 to 11.
The camp offers five weekly themed sessions at the Arboretum, from studying pollinators and wildlife habitats to honing wilderness survival skills.
Each week costs $360 per camper, with a limited number of scholarships available. Sessions are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday the weeks beginning June 9 through July 14.
鈥淚鈥檝e seen campers blossom into confident adventurers, embracing challenges and forging friendships that last beyond the summer,鈥� said Arboretum education manager Helena Murray. 鈥淭hese outdoor experiences spark creativity, resilience and a deep appreciation for our environment.鈥�
Camp will kick off the week of June 9-13 with Pollinator Power, followed by Creature Camp July 7-11 and Weird Plant Science July 14-18.
It is also offering two weeks of Wilderness Explorers sessions, with one building off the other to teach outdoor skills. Wilderness Explorers I (June 16-20) covers Leave No Trace principles, identifying landmarks and using a compass, while Wilderness Explorers II (June 23-27) introduces campers to fire safety, edible plant identification and outdoor teamwork challenges.
Campers aged 8 to 11 can also camp out under the stars at the Arboretum during one of these sessions for an additional cost.
More information, including how to register, can be found at .