2-day, 1-night Fledgling Exploration Camp at ONSC
Thu, Jun 06
|ONSC - Main Campus
A 2-day camp for campers who are just learning how to leave the nest! Join us at Ozark Natural Science Center in Northwest Arkansas for our Fledgling Exploration Camp, full of nature and science adventures. Ages 6-14


Time & Location
Jun 06, 2024, 7:30 AM – Jun 07, 2024, 5:30 PM
ONSC - Main Campus, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA
About the Event
ONSC offers a unique, immersion-based approach to learning about nature and the natural sciences. Students visit us for authentic science learning experiences which provide in-depth education in biology, ecology, geology, social studies, and nature art – all while students have fun hiking and exploring nature.
The Fledgling Camp is designed to be an introductory overnight camp experience for children who may not have been away from home before, and/or would prefer a short camp, and are interested in nature and science. Campers will be divided into field groups for hikes and other activities by age level. Activities include day hikes, a campfire and short night hike, games, hands-on classes and small-group activities.
Campers will stay in ONSC's lodges, and will be assigned to rooms by age and gender.
We also have a limited number of free tickets for parent chaperones. We strive to assign chaperones to field groups that don't include their own child(ren), to allow all students an authentic feeling of "camp independence." However, exceptions are made on a case-by-case basis. An interview and background check are required to become a chaperone. Signing up for a chaperone position does not guarantee that you will be placed in a position.
Scholarships:
We strive to make ONSC programs accessible and affordable for all. In addition to ONSC's regular scholarship fund, we have been given a generous grant from the Walton Family Foundation so we can provide more camp scholarships. Apply here for a scholarship.
Registration:
Step 1: Purchase tickets below
Step 2: Complete the Camper Registration Form for each camper
Step 3: Read the Parent/Guardian Packet and Packing List
Tentative camp schedule and details:(Note: specific classes and activities are subject to change)
Day 1
7:30am - Arrival
8am - Staff-Parent-Camper Meeting
9am - Camper meeting & orientation
10am - Name games / ice-breakers
11am - Nature Journal Activity
12pm - Lunch
1pm - Field Investigation (guided hike)
4:30pm - Downtime on the Deck
5:30pm - Dinner
6:30pm - Creek Critters Class
7:30pm - Campfire
8:30pm - Mini night hike
Overnight in ONSC lodges with chaperones
Day 2
8am - Breakfast
9am - Let's Break it Down Class/Activity
10am - Field investigation (guided hike)
12pm - Lunch
1pm - Lodges - packing
2pm - Active and/or quiet rec time
3pm - Class/Activity/Short hike
5pm - Dinner
5-6pm - Parents arrive, store time, departure
About the Instructors:
Visit www.onsc.us/staff to learn more about our Teacher Naturalists and other staff.
Tickets
Fledgling Camp, ages 6-9
$165.00Sold OutFledgling Camp, ages 10-14
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Choose this free ticket to become an adult chaperone for one of the field groups. Our Program Manager will be in touch to arrange an interview and background check.
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Choose this free ticket to become an adult chaperone for one of the field groups. Our Program Manager will be in touch to arrange an interview and background check.
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