Hiking

Organization:

Location:

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford, NY, 14511

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

585-294-8261

Adventure Play

The outdoors is great for kids. Many studies have shown that children who play outside do better in school and generally lead happy, healthy lives. During this free-play nature program, older campers will be able to choose from a variety of crafts, games and activities. Play in the creek, build a shelter, go fishing, search for salamanders, or build a fire! Who knows what the day’s adventure will be? This is a good choice for children who prefer less structure. Ages: 11-15

Dates:

08/05/2019

08/06/2019

08/07/2019

Time:

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Organization:

Location:

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford, NY, 14511

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

585-294-8261

Animal Adventures

Dig up your passport and get outfitted for a safari expedition. Set up your safari camp, and go on a bug hunt. Through hikes, crafts, games, and stories we’ll spend the week in deep exploration and adventure. Ages: 4-6

Dates:

07/22/2019

07/23/2019

07/24/2019

Time:

10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. OR 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.

Organization:

Location:

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford, NY, 14511

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

585-294-8261

Earth Artisan

Explore the museum’s Nature Center and village grounds, and make art that reflects your experiences. Visit the potter, museum print maker and other village artisans. Collect natural materials and use them to design your own handmade paper. Learn how to write in calligraphy, and practice your new skill. Ages: 7-10

Dates:

07/22/2019

07/23/2019

07/24/2019

Time:

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Organization:

Location:

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford, NY, 14511

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

585-294-8261

Fishing

In this introductory class for girls and boys, learn the skills needed to identify, catch and prepare fish. Make your own fishing pole and lures. Become skilled at baiting hooks, identifying aquatic insects, and cooking your catch over an open fire. Practice your newly learned skills while exploring fishing ponds and the Oatka Creek located on the museum's private property. Ages: 11-15

Dates:

08/12/2019

08/13/2019

08/14/2019

Time:

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Organization:

Location:

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford, NY, 14511

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

585-294-8261

Nature Play

The great outdoors is great for kids. Many studies have shown that children who play outside do better in school and generally lead happy, healthy lives. During this free-play nature program, campers will be able to choose from a variety of crafts, games, and activities. Play in the creek, build a fort, search for salamanders or cool off in the sprinkler. Who knows what the day’s adventure will be? This is a good choice for children who prefer less structure. Ages: 7-10

Dates:

08/05/2019

08/06/2019

08/07/2019

Time:

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Organization:

Location:

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford, NY, 14511

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

585-294-8261

Outdoor Survival: Wilderness Skills

Gain confidence and comfort in being outdoors during this basic survival skills adventure. Become proficient at hands-on activities such as fire lore, camp cooking, tracking, fishing, navigation, shelters, useful plants, camp crafts and other fun survival experiences. Practice how your ancestors may have lived and enjoy nature to the fullest. Ages: 11-15

Dates:

07/29/2019

07/30/2019

07/31/2019

Time:

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Organization:

Location:

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford, NY, 14511

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

585-294-8261

Salamander Squad!

Amazing amphibians are all around us, you just need to know where to look. Spend a week searching for these cold-blooded creatures around the nature center. Learn how to safely locate, document, and protect each species. Use field guides, nets and magni-viewers to study specimens up close. Ages: 6-8

Dates:

07/29/2019

07/30/2019

07/31/2019

Time:

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Organization:

Location:

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford, NY, 14511

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

585-294-8261

Wild Craft

Forage for and use natural materials to create fun and useful items. Learn about the local plant community and plant uses. Emphasis will be on use of invasive plants, downed wood and other abundant, easily found materials. Find the perfect walking stick, and carve designs into your work. Create a leather sling for target shooting. Make these and many other natural crafts from forest-found materials. Perfect class choice for any crafty wild child! Ages: 11-15

Dates:

07/22/2019

07/23/2019

07/24/2019

Time:

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Organization:

Location:

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford, NY, 14511

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

585-294-8261

Wild Play

This camp is perfect for the wild child in your life! During this free-play nature program, campers will explore the trails and ponds, play in the forest, build a fort, search for creatures, or cool off in the sprinkler. Who knows what wild adventure each day will bring? This is a good choice for children who prefer less structure. Ages: 6-8

Dates:

08/05/2019

08/06/2019

08/07/2019

Time:

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Organization:

Location:

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford, NY, 14511

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

585-294-8261

Woodland Fairy & Elf Academy

This camp is an opportunity for your child to get in touch with their inner fairy, or elf, and gain outdoor experiences that will last a lifetime. Participants will make friends with nature as they explore the enchanted woodlands, discover interesting plants and animals, and see how far their imaginations can take them. On Friday, join us for a forest festival with refreshments, and plenty of fairy fun and elf entertainment. Ages: 4-6

Dates:

08/12/2019

08/13/2019

08/14/2019

Time:

10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. OR 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.

Organization:

Location:

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford, NY, 14511

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

585-294-8261

Woodland Fairy & Elf Academy: Fall Fairies (and Elves)

Woodland Fairy and Elf Academy is an opportunity for your 4-8 year old child to get in touch with their inner fairy (or elf) and gain outdoor experiences that will last a lifetime.

Dates:

09/08/2019

09/15/2019

09/22/2019

Time:

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.