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AdvertisementsLearn moreFeaturedThe Nature Bus"Say YES to NEW adventures" with The Nature Bus, summer camp experiences for nature-loving kids, teens, and toddlers!
Ages 1-7 TINKERGARTEN FOREST CAMP with adult: June 3-6 at First Landing State Park (10-12:30 M-Th)
Ages 8-12 NATURE QUEST* SUMMER CAMP: July 15-19 AND Aug 5-9 (9am - 3pm)
Ages 13-15 TEEN NATURE QUEST* CAMP: June 17-21 (9am - 3pm)
The Nature Bus has 16 seats, allowing 16 campers per camp session. *Please note: To ensure the best possible experience for all campers, we request a teacher recommendation for each student enrolling in Nature Quest camps.
Hop on board The Nature Bus and explore outdoor nature activities and adventures. Campers will depart daily from REI in Town Center, Virginia Beach, and activities will include visits to different outdoor parks and nature preserves each day, allowing for the exploration of a variety of ecosystems, and hands-on, up-close identification of plants and animals (including native plants and pollinators).
Campers will learn about the use of naturalist tools & methods, birding, swimming, nature journaling, watercolor painting, nature meditations, eco arts, naturalist challenges, environmental stewardship, and so much more!
The overall "vibe" of Nature Bus camps is a peaceful feeling. Camp days are filled with zen-like, relaxed activities to encourage campers to use their senses to experience nature in a manner in which naturalists approach the natural world. Our goal is to awe children/teens, inspire a sense of wonder, and develop their naturalist skills.
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4-H Club Programs and CampsThrough 4-H, young people are encouraged to participate in a variety of activities that emphasize 4-H's "learning by doing" philosophy of youth development. 4-H Programs offers programs for young people ages 5-18. Summer camp available for ages 9-12.
4-H has lots of projects: photography, technology, leadership, animals, horticulture, health, citizenship, nutrition, clothing, rocketry, woodworking, entomology, and arts and theatre. -
Deep Creek Landing Kayak RentalsOffering kayak rentals to the public. Spend a few hours or the whole day paddling and exploring the calm waters of Deep Creek or the James River, catch some rays, and discover the natural beauty of our local waterways. This is a great activity that is safe for the whole family! Life jackets and instructions are provided before you launch.
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Deer ParkHome of Boundless Playground (wheelchair accessible). Ball fields, picnic areas, fishing, hiking trails.
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Huntington Park-BeachHome of Fort Fun Playground, picnic areas, athletic fields, tennis courts, fishing, public beach and rose garden.
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King-Lincoln ParkPlaygrounds, Tennis, Basketball Courts, Picnic Areas and Fishing.
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Mariners’ Museum ParkPrivate Park open to the public. Includes Lake Maury & Noland Trail.
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Newport News ParkSeveral Playgrounds. Outdoor Programs for all ages. Many free programs including nature exploration and seasonal hayrides. Home of Newport News Park Discovery Center.
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Outdoor Toddlers & Kids ClubOutdoor Toddlers & Kids Club is a free outdoor playgroup in Newport News, VA for children ages 1-6 and caregivers who like to explore nature in the Hampton Roads area! The club will host outdoor meet-up’s at parks, playgrounds and hiking trails in the Newport News, Hampton, Yorktown areas. You can find information about our meet-up’s on our Facebook Group!
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Peninsula SPCA Humane Education Learning Center and Petting ZooAdoption-guarantee shelter, humane education learning center and petting zoo. Educational workshops, scout programs, birthday parties, and science camps.
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Riverview Farm ParkHome of Fantasy Farm Playground, picnic areas, soccer field, hiking trails.
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TinkergartenTinkergarten® provides the best early childhood education in the healthiest classroom of all—the outdoors. We match families with leaders in their local community who offer activity-based kids classes that help them develop the skills that matter most—all while having fun! Ages 18 months and up.Newport News, VA
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Virginia Living MuseumHands-on activities, observatory, planetarium, outdoor boardwalk, native plant and conservation gardens, and 250 living species. Birthday parties available. Summer camps. Homeschool Programs.
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