Nature Quest Summer Camp 2024 August 5-9

Nature Quest Summer Camp 2024 August 5-9

*AGES 8-12 by teacher recommendation; ONLY 16 CAMPERS WILL BE ACCEPTED per session for this extra special opportunity.

STOP HERE AND READ THIS BEFORE PAYING FOR THIS CAMP: Please ONLY register when “accepted” to the program. After we receive a teacher recommendation for your child/teen, it will be reviewed. If accepted, you will receive this email notice: “Congratulations! We have accepted your child/teen into Nature Quest Summer Camp 2024!” You may only ONLY register and pay IF you have received the official acceptance email. NO REFUNDS will be processed. Don’t register unless accepted.

Dates: August 5-9

TIME: 9 am – 3 pm (check-in at the bus at 8:30)

PRICE: $400/camper + $25 for camp t-shirt + 2.6% credit card service fee = $436 total 

DESCRIPTION: THIS CAMP IS LED BY TWO TEACHERS! Nature Quest has been designed with your nature-loving child in mind! Hop-on-board The Nature Bus! Each day will be filled with outdoor nature activities and adventures. Activities may include: visits to different outdoor parks an nature preserves; flora an fauna observation + identification; exploring different ecosystems, creating sand sculptures; swimming; nature journaling; watercolor painting; environmental stewardship; nature meditations; eco arts; fun and games; naturalist challenges;  and much, much more! When children quiet down in nature, they can tap into their natural curiosity. At camp we will slow down and use all of the senses to experience the energies of the natural world. By practicing mindfulness, campers will learn to cultivate a sense of peace, awe and wonder.

CLICK HERE for VIDEO & BLOG of previous years Nature Quest Camp. Then, check out reviews from last summer’s parents! “Favorite camp EVER!” TheNatureBus.com > Reviews tab. 

NOTES: We depart each day from REI, Town Center, Virginia Beach. No discounts are available for siblings; each seat is $400 for the week. Once purchased, we do not offer refunds; all sale are final. Last year this camp filled up immediately, so we advise that you purchase your child’s spot now!

For the enjoyment of all campers, we require a TEACHER RECOMMENDATION (see details below).

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
– Nature activities, visits to a variety of local natural areas, naturalist learning
– Transportation on air conditioned/heated new vehicle with seat belts
– T-shirt
– Blue camp backpack (on loan) filled with naturalist supplies
– All fees (gasoline, special use permits; entrance fees; excluding food/drink)
– Expert pre-planning services

HOW TO APPLY:
– STEP ONE: Ask your child’s teacher to fill out and email us the Teacher Recommendation Form CLICK HERE
– STEP TWO: Once your child is accepted, visit TheNatureBus.com to pay for your desired camp dates.
– STEP THREE: Fill out the complete registration packet within one (1) week after paying for your child’s camp spot. We will send you the forms via email.
– Welcome to Nature Quest Summer Camp 2024! 

THINGS TO BRING/WEAR TO CAMP EACH DAY:
– Pack a picnic lunch each day in a SMALL insulated lunchbox with an icepack; we provide picnic blankets (Allergy List will be sent to you when all participants have registered; please don’t pack items on the list)
– All registration forms and waiver forms completed; required to board the bus.
– Refillable water bottle with ICE cubes; it needs to fit into a backpack side pocket (for hands-free hiking). Your child can refill their water bottle all day long.
– Rain jacket; rain boots; we provide umbrellas
– Closed-toed/tennis shoes (no open-toed shoes)
– Appropriate clothing for the day (camp t-shirt), swim suit, towel, water shoes
– The camp packet will have a list of other recommended supplies to keep your camper safe and comfortable

• We look forward to seeing your child at camp! Check out all of the 5-star reviews, so you will be super confident that your camper will have an amazing experience! You can read these reviews at TheNatureBus.com > click the REVIEWS tab. See you at camp!
• If you have any questions, please text/call the owner. Suzanne 757-288-9595

*We go “light rain” or shine. See our weather policy FAQs  page. In the case of light rain, we lend you an umbrella; we simply take cover and wait it out. Intermittent rain won’t stop the fun. No matter the weather, we will hold camp. We have picnic shelters and/or some local indoor nature venues where we can take cover.  ALL SALES FINAL/NO REFUNDS.

*ALL OF OUR TOURS INVOLVE WALKING; CHILDREN SHOULD EXPECT VARYING DEGREES OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY.

SAFETY MEASURES: We care about the health and safety of those participating in our nature experiences. The bus is sanitized between each tour. We often ride with windows partially cracked open for some airflow, like an open-air tram (weather permitting). Prior to opening day of camp, both parents (and any other adults who may drop off /pick up from camp) will need to attend a one hour mandatory orientation meeting. Sign-in and sign-out procedures will keep your child safe. Regarding our sick policy, please stay away if your child is not feeling well or has a fever. Do not bring sick children to camp. Children will be required to wear cross-the-shoulder seat belts at all times while the bus is moving. After all registrations are finalized, we will send out a list of participant allergies; please do not put these items into your child’s lunch.

We ALSO have summer camp opportunities for ages 1-7  (TINKERGARTEN “Camp”) and we are super excited to be offering camp this summer for ages 13-15 (June 2024) for 16 lucky teens!