Program Registration
Summer Camp 2013
| Course Dates & Times | Price | Member Price | ||
| Early Childhood 2-3 and parent/guardian years |
Wee Wanderers Wee Wanderers camps will take our preschool-aged campers further into the wild with expanded opportunities to create, explore and learn. Campers and parents will immerse themselves in one fascinating theme for the entire camp, inspiring wonder and allowing for in-depth, hands-on fun. Themes by week in order: Nature Art, Fish, Camping 101, Fairies & Frogs, Mud Puppies |
June 19-20 (Art) July 17-18 (Camping) July 31-Aug 1 (Fairies & Frogs August 14-15 (mudpuppies) |
$30.00 | $20.00 |
| Young Explorers 4-5 years |
Animal Babies Animal babies come in all shapes and sizes, and some of them don't look anything like their parents! Hike around Hartley Park to learn how baby animals are born, how they survive and what they become as grown-ups. |
June 17-21 July 15-19 July 29-Aug 2 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Young Explorers 4-5 years |
Fuzzy and Furry Friends Join us to become acquainted with the mammals of Hartley Park. Chatter like squirrels, trot like foxes, hop like hares and run like deer in pursuit of all things fuzzy, furry and fantastic! |
June 24-28 August 19-23 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Young Explorers 4-5 years |
Going Wild Jump into the wild outside with this nature sampler! Themes change with each day as we investigate bugs, delve into dirt, splash in the pond and explore the park in search of the wildest good times to be found this side of Lake Superior. |
July 8-12 July 22-26 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Young Explorers 4-5 years |
Water Stompers Few things are more fun than the waterways of Hartley Park. Visit spring ponds, babbling creeks, and the big pond in search of the plants and animals that call water home. Bring your own rubber boots or borrow ours-you'll need them-as we grab our nets and leave no slimy rock unturned in search of our watery friends! |
July 29-Aug 2 August 12-16 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Young Explorers 4-5 years |
Hartley Greatest Hits This camp gives you a piece of the action from our most beloved summer camps. You'll be catching pond critters, building nature sculptures, chasing butterflies and exploring the hidden nooks and crannies of the forest with your new friends. |
July 8-12 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Young Explorers 4-5 years |
Forest Nymphs Spend your week searching for the small, secretive creatures of the forest… crawl on the forest floor in search of salamanders, tromp in the swamp for polliwogs, peak under mushrooms for fairies. Add art projects, songs, stories and outdoor playtime amongst the trees, and you just might emerge a nymph yourself! |
June 17-21 July 22-26 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Young Explorers 4-5 years |
Creepy Crawly Critters Young explorers will not only catch some creepy crawlies, but they'll get to learn about their lives, homes, "jobs" and even their names. What are they good for and how do they do they survive out there? Solve these mysteries and more as we wriggle, squiggle, buzz and zip through the week. |
August 12-16 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Young Explorers 4-5 years |
Camp Out! You're never too little to love life on the trail! Camp this week rotates around a central "campsite" that serves as a jumping off point for adventures a-plenty, from fireside stories to power snacks to sturdy shelters. Learn how to stay happy and healthy while being a great helper outdoors. |
June 24-28 August 5-9 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Young Explorers 4-5 years |
Nature Play We're all about getting kids outside to run, dig, jump, climb, splash, invent, imagine, play and be an outdoor-loving kid. These campers will catch tadpoles, pick rocks, create mud pies & smell the flowers. |
July 15-19 August 5-9 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Young Explorers 4-5 years |
Dirt A kid that doesn't like playing in the dirt is a rare thing indeed. This camp will explore all of the things that dirt can do. It can make a castle, sprout a seed, squish between your toes and more! |
July 1-3 |
$75.00 | $57.00 |
| Junior Naturalists 6-7 years |
Water Wanderin' Slip on your sloppin' boots as we travel Tischer Creek, splash through deep puddles and explore the depths of the pond with nets, poles and even an underwater camera. Plants, animals, waves and water will be our focus all week. |
June 24-28 July 22-26 August 5-9 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Junior Naturalists 6-7 years |
FORT Are you looking to get outside, but just can't bear to part with the luxuries of home? With sticks, mud, leaves, pine needles and more as tools, and the shelters of our favorite forest friends as inspiration, we'll spend the week building to craft the best forts. |
June 17-21 July 8-12 July 15-19 August 5-9 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Junior Naturalists 6-7 years |
Earthkeepers Many cultures have special relationships with the earth. We will learn about ancient ways of life, play traditional games and draw upon stories for daily themes. Have great snacks, learn cool skills, and use your hands to make tools and crafts! |
July 22-26 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Junior Naturalists 6-7 years |
Bugstruck! Are you love struck for bugs? Then this week is for you where we'll learn about bugs and the other crawling critters while leaving no log unturned, no web un-admired and no net dusty in our quest to observe these animals in action. Let your heart sing (or buzz) with grand adventure! |
July 29-Aug 2 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Junior Naturalists 6-7 years |
Best of Hartley Each day will be a new adventure that will feature Hartley's most popular camps all mixed into one week! Activities from fishing to climbing the highest heights as we discover Hartley's nature mysteries. |
July 29-Aug 2 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Junior Naturalists 6-7 years |
Nature's Ninjas Some of Hartley's wild critters are as stealthy as Ninjas. They tread lightly, have natural camouflage and slink around hoping not to attract attention. Join us as we take to the woods to learn about nature's ninjas via games, crafts and exploration. |
July 1-3 |
$75.00 | $57.00 |
| Junior Naturalists 6-7 years |
Outdoor Life This week will highlight outdoor skills like hiking, cooking, setting up camp and being comfortable outside all while tramping to the farthest reaches of Hartley Park. |
July 8-12 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Junior Naturalists 6-7 years |
Scramblin' Scientists Scientists are a curious lot and this week we join them as we do experiments covering all kinds of topics. Experiments inside and outside introduce us to such basic concepts as observation and cause and effect, while classic games and hikes keep us smiling and discovering. |
June 17-21 July 8-12 July 29-Aug 2 August 12-16 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Junior Naturalists 6-7 years |
Nature Detectives It appears we've got a mystery on our hands, detectives. Tracks. Scat. Bones. Holes. Dens. Tunnels. Fur. Teeth marks. Feathers. It's all to be found in the woods as these discoveries help us unravel a new story each and every day. What can these "clues" tell us about the animals that live here? |
August 19-23 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Junior Naturalists 6-7 years |
Nature Art & Play Nature provides the inspiration and material; campers provide the energy and play to transform nature into art! Join us as we build sculptures, climb trees, dig with sticks, splash in puddles, make messes and create art projects to share with your family. |
June 24-28 July 15-19 July 29-Aug 2 August 12-16 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
Mountain Biking (MB2) Mountain bikers across Duluth already know what you will learn- this park is awesome for biking! We'll learn safety and basic technique before hitting the designated bike trails, then get out there to experience the hills, valleys, bridges and puddles. Each day will also include nature study and team games. *All campers must bring their own bike and helmet each day of camp.MB2-For campers with a year or more of trail riding experience. |
July 29-Aug 2 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
Hook, Line and Sinker After mastering fishing equipment, skills and techniques, we will hit the water of Hartley Park in search of trout, sunfish and bass. Campers will explore the ponds and streams of Hartley by foot and by canoe. And once we have mastered Hartley, we will spend Friday at Wild Rice Lake in search of bigger fish. |
June 17-21 July 8-12 July 22-26 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
Hartley Sampler If you're having trouble deciding between all of Hartley's fun camps, this is the one for you! We'll cram as many of our favorite Hartley activities into this week as we possibly can. We might put our animal detective skills to the test in the fields and forests of Hartley before gathering supplies to build a cozy fort and heading to the pond to see what life is like underwater. Whatever you like to do at Hartley, you're sure to find it here! |
July 15-19 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
Survival You're lost in the woods with nothing but the clothes on your back… could you make it out on your own? There are many secrets to staying alive. We'll learn all about how to not only survive in the wilderness, but how to enjoy the experience! |
July 15-19 August 5-9 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
Art Outside A perfect class for the budding artist, this session includes all new outdoors-inspired art projects. Each day brings a new art concept and a project to highlight it, from sculptures to drawings, plus lots of time romping in the woods with our senses in overdrive, soaking up the inspiration! The week culminates in an awesome art show and a chance to showcase your talents. |
June 24-28 July 29-Aug 2 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
Girls in the Wild An outdoor camp, just for girls ages 8-9! Whether you're a new or seasoned camper, we'll find our day filled with art projects, hiking, rock collecting, games, teamwork and focus on being active outdoors with a positive attitude. Girls will be empowered as we connect with nature, gain experience and skills and build community with new friends. |
August 12-16 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
Woodworking for Wildlife Release your inner carpenter as we use materials right from Hartley Park to craft and create unique woodworking projects. From trees harvested right here on site we'll fashion a variety of wildlife friendly projects including nesting boxes, bird feeders and more. Learn tree identification to find the best wood for your projects as well as an introduction to basic carpentry skills. Bring home your very own piece of Hartley Park this summer! |
June 24-28 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
Mountain Biking (MB1) Mountain bikers across Duluth already know what you will learn- this park is awesome for biking! We'll learn safety and basic technique before hitting the designated bike trails, then get out there to experience the hills, valleys, bridges and puddles. Each day will also include nature study and team games. *All campers must bring their own bike and helmet each day of camp. MB1-For campers with little or no trail riding experience. |
July 22-26 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
Forest Hideouts Exploring deeper in the woods of Hartley Park, searching for the perfect place, gathering natural materials, then plan it, build it and use it. Looking at the building techniques of park residents like squirrels, beavers and foxes, we will come up with safe designs to build awesome forts with whatever materials we can find. |
June 17-21 August 12-16 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
A Bird's Life What's that in the sky? Where do robins go in the winter? This camp is all about birds. From hummingbirds to hawk beaks and talons, birds are some of the coolest animals on the planet. We will watch, call, play and learn what it takes to live like a bird. |
August 19-23 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
Water Engineering How does a beaver build such an effective dam? Why do rivers move sideways? We will explore both of these questions and more as we dig into learning about water and how it changes the landscape. We will test our dam building skills, make a glacier and create flood models to see the action first hand. |
August 5-9 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Bushwhackers 8-9 years |
Conquering Camping Get ready- these campers will come home ready to build a safe fire, whip up a camp lunch and sleep under the stars with your family upon graduation of this camp! We'll cover the basic knots, shelter building and leave-no-trace camping ethics while we set up a campsite and set out on hikes to build teamwork and confidence. |
July 1-3 |
$75.00 | $57.00 |
| Outdoor Adventurers 10-12 years |
Geocaching Never lose your way again after this camp on all things navigation. You'll learn the ins and outs of modern GPS technology as well as old school map and compass skills that will never steer you wrong. This camp will keep you on the move with fun games, treasure hunts and off-the-beaten-path adventures. |
July 1-3 |
$75.00 | $57.00 |
| Outdoor Adventurers 10-12 years |
Boys in Boats! Having honed their basic fishing skills on-site, this full-day camp will go a-field, affording campers the opportunity to fish a few of the area's finest lakes and rivers. Highlights will include adventures on Wild Rice Lake and a two day, one night trip to a northern lake. Campers will experience setting up a fishing campsite, cooking over a fire and all skills needed to lead future expeditions. |
July 8-12 |
$315.00 | $275.00 |
| Outdoor Adventurers 10-12 years |
Girls in the Outdoors! Join us for a camp designed just for girls! We'll explore both the science and art sides of nature while learning new skills too. Together we'll spend our time hiking, undertaking science investigations, canoeing, creating art projects and venturing out on field trips to hike the Superior Hiking Trail, pick rocks along Lake Superior shore and more. We'll put our new skills to the test when we cook our own camp dinner, have a campfire and campout in Hartley's building Thursday night. Camp runs Mon-Thurs with Thurs overnight; campers will be ready for pick-up 9am Friday morning. Think nature, exploration and new friends! |
August 5-9 |
$315.00 | $275.00 |
| Outdoor Adventurers 10-12 years |
Skins, Scutes & Scales Prepare to jump into the world of herpetology (the study of reptiles and amphibians). During this camp we will investigate a different species of reptile or amphibian each day and discover where the animal lives, what it eats and how you can catch them in Hartley Park. The week will be full of herp-tacular discovery and adventure. |
July 22-26 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Outdoor Adventurers 10-12 years |
Night Owls We'll spend our afternoons learning about nocturnal animals and astronomy. Then we'll end the week staying overnight so we have plenty of time to go for a night hike, look for constellations and play games in the dark. Bring a good flashlight! Campers will be ready for pickup at 9am Friday morning. |
August 12-16 |
$215.00 | $175.00 |
| Outdoor Adventurers 10-12 years |
Energy Explosion! Vrrrooooommmm! Rev up to learn the basics of solar power, then study acceleration, velocity and mechanical advantage as campers build their own solar car. The climax of the camp includes the Solar Sprint car race. Learn about alternative sources of energy through activities and demonstrations, including solar, wind and hydropower. |
July 29-Aug 2 |
$125.00 | $95.00 |
| Urban Wilderness Camp 10-12 years |
Urban Wilderness Camp Is UWC coming to your neighborhood? UWC meets at a different local park each week, where we explore wild places and find perfect spots to play games, swim, catch critters, eat berries and edible plants, set up tarps, build forts, safely build fires, cook meals, search for cool rocks, skip rocks, hang out, fish and have a good time together. Each location offers a unique set of opportunities and each person brings ideas and inspiration. One day each week includes a special featured activity. |
June 17-21 (Billings) June 24-28 (Lincoln) July 15-19 (Lester) |
$240.00 | $200.00 |
