WAYNESBORO – Kids can splash in the stream and learn about local waterways during a new summer day camp offered by Buttonwood Nature Center. The Streams day camp will be offered twice, on Thursdays, Aug. 7 and 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Students may sign up for one or both sessions.
Held at Buttonwood Nature Center near Waynesboro, the camps are open to kids ages 7–12.
Participants will learn about wetlands and waterways as they hike along the pond and streams of Buttonwood. They’ll look for turtles, frogs and water birds.
They will also get into the creek to collect and study macroinvertebrates – tiny aquatic “critter” – plus craft their own fishing pole (to catch magnetic fish they will also make), and just have fun playing in the creek.
“Connecting to our local waterways is a great way to engage with the local environment,” said Mary Claire King, Buttonwood educator. “Plus, there’s no better way to spend a hot summer day than playing in the creek!”
“We’ll end the day with popsicles, the best way to end a hot August day!” King added.
Campers should come prepared with clothing and closed-toed shoes that can get wet (or bring a second pair of socks and shoes), and a towel. Bring water, two snacks, and a packed lunch, too.
Registration for the camp is required. Camp fee: $50 for members of Buttonwood Nature Center/The Institute, and $55 general public. Choose the date you wish to attend and register online at www.buttonwoodnaturecenter.org.
For more information, call 717-762-0373 or email to [email protected].
This program is supported in part by Buttonwood’s Today’s Horizon Fund Contributors: The Nora Roberts Foundation; Marge Kiersz; APX Enclosures; Don Gibe and Nancy Erlanson; and the family of the late Carolyn Terry Eddy, with daughters Connie Fleagle & Kim Larkin.
