Nature Play Camp

2442 Bankhead Pkwy NE,Huntsville AL 35801

19 July, 2021

Description

Nature Play Camp ALL AGES Inspiring curiosity in nature with freedom to explore Let's go where curiosity leads! Land Trust of North Alabama's Nature Play Camp seeks to hone children's innate curiosity in nature and allow them the freedom to explore. Topics for the week will include water critters, fossils, being nature detectives, map reading, animal adaptations, tracks, scat, the magic of trees, and more! Along with our exploration, we'll include puzzles, crafts, games, and lots of splashing in Fagan Creek. For children ages 7-11 Drop off Location: Monte Sano Nature Preserve (Bankhead Trailhead) - 2442 Bankhead Pkwy NE, Huntsville, AL 35801 Pick up Location: Monte Sano Nature Preserve (Wildflower Trail) - 506 Cleermont Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35801 Cost: $250 members, $300 non-members (Meals not provided) Daily Schedule: 9:00 AM - Drop-offMorning Hike & Guided ActivitySnackOutdoor Explore12:00 PM - LunchRest & ReadAfternoon Hike3:00 PM - Closing Activity4:30 PM - Pick-upLead Educator and Camp Creator: Award winning educator and author Heather Montgomery has taught in and outside of the classroom for over 25 years. As the director of McDowell Environmental Center, she created curriculum for and coordinated a residential, outdoor, environmental education center for thousands of school children each year. Heather brings unparalleled enthusiasm, passion, and fun to outdoor education and inspires children to find curiosity in even the simplest elements of nature. Proceeds from Concerts at Three Caves benefit Land Trust of North Alabama's mission to preserve natural lands, water resources, and wildlife habitat in North Alabama. With over 70+ miles of free public trails on eight nature preserves, The Land Trust provides residents and visitors alike opportunities for outdoor adventure, environmental education programs, and guided hikes to encourage future stewards and connect people with nature.