SPRING CAMP 2024
2024 Grass River 3-day Spring Camp
Tuesday March 26 - Thursday March 28 9:00am to 3:00pm Tuesday through Thursday Ages 7 to 12 $150 per camper limited space, must pre-register! Grass River Natural Area will be hosting a 2024 spring day camp for children 7 to 12 years old. Your children can spend their spring break tapping maple trees for sap, tracking animals along the boardwalks, building a campfire, or enjoying the view along Grass River - perfect for the child that loves the outdoors in spring. |
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Spring Camp FAQ
Here are some common questions that people have been asking about our camp.
What makes your camp special?
Grass River Spring Camp is special because it is a uniquely small and personal day camp that allows kids to have a direct connection with the outdoors. Our camp is not designed to have hundreds of campers. It is intentionally kept small so that our campers can have a personal and engaging experience with our staff, with other campers, and with the amazing wildlife at Grass River.
Who is your staff for camp?
Your campers will be led by our excellent and highly-qualified GRNA Naturalists. All of our staff have a college education and a background & experience in education, natural sciences, and working with children. Many of your children may already know some of our naturalists if they have come to Grass River on a school field trip or for a public program. The camp will be directed and coordinated by our Education Director, James Dake. James has many years of experience planning and leading summer and winter camps and he is a certified teacher in the state of Michigan, and a Certified Interpretive Guide through the National Association for Interpretation. We also have excellent community support through our education volunteers.
What will my child do at Grass River during camp?
The purpose of our spring camp is to get children engaged and active in the outdoors to increase their knowledge and appreciation of the natural environment. Campers will be involved in a variety of outdoor hands-on activities that allow them to explore nature during the spring season. Activities may include tapping maple trees, tracking animals, using binoculars to go birding along the boardwalks, building a shelter, or enjoying hot chocolate by the fire.
When will the camp run and for how many days?
Camp will be available for three days during spring break. Tuesday March 26 - Thursday March 28. The camp will run 9:00am to 3:00pm. Drop off for camp begins at 9:00am to 9:15am. Campers should be picked up by 3:15pm. If you need special arrangements outside of these times, please check with us before you register. The rate for camp will be a weekly rate for all three days and will not be pro-rated. This is due to the fact that our camp will be small and limited to a certain number of campers each week. However, people only interested in a day or two may be added to a waiting list, as individual days may become available if the camp does not fill.
How much will camp cost?
One week of camp (Tues through Thursday) will be $150 per camper. To reserve a spot for camp, $75 will be due at registration. The remaining $75 will be due one week before the first day of camp. Scholarships may be available for those in need of financial assistance.
What should my camper bring to camp?
-Clothing and footwear appropriate for outdoor spring activities, close-toed athletic shoes/boots, warm clothes and rain jackets (include winter boots, gloves, hats, coat, snow pants if there is still snow on the ground)
-A backpack with items labeled with camper's name, containing:
-A healthy and nutritious lunch, plus two additional small snacks for morning and afternoon.
-An extra change of pants, gloves and socks in the case they get wet.
-A water bottle.
What will a typical day of camp look like?
A basic daily schedule will look like:
9:00-9:15 – Drop off
9:15-9:30 – Welcome Orientation/Morning Introduction
9:30-10:15 – Morning Activity
10:15-10:30 – Snack
10:30-11:30 – Morning Activities
11:30-12:00 - Lunch
12:00-12:30 – Free time
12:30-1:00 – Rest Time
1:00-1:30 – Afternoon Activity
1:30-1:45 – Snack
1:45-2:45 – Afternoon Activities
2:45-3:00 – Wrap Up
3:00-3:15 – Pick Up
What are GRNA's expectations for the campers?
We expect campers to be safe, respectful, and responsible while participating in camp. This ensures all campers have a great experience.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
Here are some common questions that people have been asking about our camp.
What makes your camp special?
Grass River Spring Camp is special because it is a uniquely small and personal day camp that allows kids to have a direct connection with the outdoors. Our camp is not designed to have hundreds of campers. It is intentionally kept small so that our campers can have a personal and engaging experience with our staff, with other campers, and with the amazing wildlife at Grass River.
Who is your staff for camp?
Your campers will be led by our excellent and highly-qualified GRNA Naturalists. All of our staff have a college education and a background & experience in education, natural sciences, and working with children. Many of your children may already know some of our naturalists if they have come to Grass River on a school field trip or for a public program. The camp will be directed and coordinated by our Education Director, James Dake. James has many years of experience planning and leading summer and winter camps and he is a certified teacher in the state of Michigan, and a Certified Interpretive Guide through the National Association for Interpretation. We also have excellent community support through our education volunteers.
What will my child do at Grass River during camp?
The purpose of our spring camp is to get children engaged and active in the outdoors to increase their knowledge and appreciation of the natural environment. Campers will be involved in a variety of outdoor hands-on activities that allow them to explore nature during the spring season. Activities may include tapping maple trees, tracking animals, using binoculars to go birding along the boardwalks, building a shelter, or enjoying hot chocolate by the fire.
When will the camp run and for how many days?
Camp will be available for three days during spring break. Tuesday March 26 - Thursday March 28. The camp will run 9:00am to 3:00pm. Drop off for camp begins at 9:00am to 9:15am. Campers should be picked up by 3:15pm. If you need special arrangements outside of these times, please check with us before you register. The rate for camp will be a weekly rate for all three days and will not be pro-rated. This is due to the fact that our camp will be small and limited to a certain number of campers each week. However, people only interested in a day or two may be added to a waiting list, as individual days may become available if the camp does not fill.
How much will camp cost?
One week of camp (Tues through Thursday) will be $150 per camper. To reserve a spot for camp, $75 will be due at registration. The remaining $75 will be due one week before the first day of camp. Scholarships may be available for those in need of financial assistance.
What should my camper bring to camp?
-Clothing and footwear appropriate for outdoor spring activities, close-toed athletic shoes/boots, warm clothes and rain jackets (include winter boots, gloves, hats, coat, snow pants if there is still snow on the ground)
-A backpack with items labeled with camper's name, containing:
-A healthy and nutritious lunch, plus two additional small snacks for morning and afternoon.
-An extra change of pants, gloves and socks in the case they get wet.
-A water bottle.
What will a typical day of camp look like?
A basic daily schedule will look like:
9:00-9:15 – Drop off
9:15-9:30 – Welcome Orientation/Morning Introduction
9:30-10:15 – Morning Activity
10:15-10:30 – Snack
10:30-11:30 – Morning Activities
11:30-12:00 - Lunch
12:00-12:30 – Free time
12:30-1:00 – Rest Time
1:00-1:30 – Afternoon Activity
1:30-1:45 – Snack
1:45-2:45 – Afternoon Activities
2:45-3:00 – Wrap Up
3:00-3:15 – Pick Up
What are GRNA's expectations for the campers?
We expect campers to be safe, respectful, and responsible while participating in camp. This ensures all campers have a great experience.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
- A reservation deposit of $75 per camper is due during registration to reserve the camper's spot for the week they are enrolled. The camper's spot is not reserved until the reservation deposit is paid.
- The remaining $75 (for a total of $150) is due one week before the first day of camp. A child cannot attend camp until the full amount is paid and health forms are turned in.
- Any cancellation prior to two weeks before a camp's start date will receive a full refund.
- Any cancellation within two weeks before a camp's start date, including illness or injury, will be refunded the second payment of $75 if it has been made. The original $75 deposit fee will not be refunded.
- Cancellations on the Monday before camp or after, will receive no refund.
- If camp is canceled for any reason by GRNA, you will be notified by the Tuesday the week before the camp's start date and you will receive a full refund.
