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Junior Explorer Camps 2025Ages 5-11
Session 1 : June 15-19, 2026 Session 2: June 22-26, 2026 Session 3: July 6-10, 2026 Session 4: July 13-17, 2026 Session 5: July 20-24, 2026 9:00 am to 3:00 pm - Monday through Friday |
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Join us this summer for a week of fun and discovery at Audubon Acres, Chattanooga’s oldest wildlife sanctuary. Whether you’re a lifelong nature lover or a first-time explorer, this camp offers something for everyone!
FIELD TRIP:
Theme is Where History and Nature Meet
Session 2 and session 4 is History Theme
Session 1, 3, and 5 is Nature Theme
What to Expect:
🌳 Outdoor Skills: Learn essential wilderness skills to help you feel at home in nature.
🐾 Animal Encounters: We are excited to have our special guest Creature Feature, they will bring a variety of animal friends for us to see. Our Friends at Booker T Washington State Park and Opie Acres maybe our guests as well. During the History Theme Weeks we will have Historical Demonstrations.
🎮 Games & Activities: Enjoy nature-themed games and team challenges.
💦 Creek Time: Spend your afternoons splashing, exploring, and cooling off in South Chickamauga Creek.
This camp is all about connecting with the natural world in a hands-on, exciting way. Leave the screens behind and experience the joys of the great outdoors!
New for 2026!
Drop in Day rate for those that need just one or two days during the camp week
FIELD TRIP:
- Fridays: all Campers will be going to the Hunter Museum for the 2026 Camp Year
- Thursdays: We will have Special Guests at Audubon Acres
Theme is Where History and Nature Meet
Session 2 and session 4 is History Theme
Session 1, 3, and 5 is Nature Theme
What to Expect:
🌳 Outdoor Skills: Learn essential wilderness skills to help you feel at home in nature.
🐾 Animal Encounters: We are excited to have our special guest Creature Feature, they will bring a variety of animal friends for us to see. Our Friends at Booker T Washington State Park and Opie Acres maybe our guests as well. During the History Theme Weeks we will have Historical Demonstrations.
🎮 Games & Activities: Enjoy nature-themed games and team challenges.
💦 Creek Time: Spend your afternoons splashing, exploring, and cooling off in South Chickamauga Creek.
This camp is all about connecting with the natural world in a hands-on, exciting way. Leave the screens behind and experience the joys of the great outdoors!
New for 2026!
Drop in Day rate for those that need just one or two days during the camp week
Questions? Contact our Education Director Jessica Whitehorn : [email protected]
Pricing5-11 years--$250 per session. Members receive a $50 discount!
Drop in Day Rate $85 per day. Member Discount with auto apply when Logged in to your account, If you have issues logging in please message [email protected] or call 423-892-1499 for coupon code 60 camper max/10 camper minimum |
Cancellation Policy30+ days before your camp start date--refunds will be issued in full, minus a $50 cancellation fee
15-30 days before your camp start date-- A 50% refund will be issued, minus the $50 cancellation fee 14 days or less before your camp start date--No refunds will be issued |
Parent Handbook
In the document below is everything your child needs to have a great camp experience. Parents will also be emailed information before camp starts.
What to Pack/Wear
What NOT to Pack/Wear
- Day pack to carry belongings
- Lunch
- One or two snacks
- 1-2 refillable Water bottle(s) (water is available for refills)
- Complete change of clothes
- Sturdy walking shoes (ex. sneakers or closed-toed sandals)
- Insect repellent and sunscreen
- Baseball cap or sun hat
- Raincoat (if raining)
- Rain boots/shoes, if desired
- Empty plastic bag for bringing home wet clothes
- Bathing suit (clothes that can get wet) and towel
- Water shoes, (ex. aqua socks, water sandals, or old sneakers)
- PFD (Life Jacket) - Needed for creek play every afternoon
What NOT to Pack/Wear
- Video games, iPods, cell phones or any other electronic toys or devices ( These will be collected from your camper and kept in the office until pickup time)
- Personal items or toys
- Flip flops or Crocs
- Nice clothing or shoes that should not get wet or soiled
