Virtual Adventures for the Summer

Camp Kinda is a free virtual summer experience designed to keep kids in grades K-8 engaged, curious, and having fun - even if they're stuck at home. It's like summer camp ... kinda.

Wide Open School is a free and open collection of the best online learning experiences and activities for kids curated by the editors at Common Sense.

Camp Wonderopolis is the free, online summer-learning destination that's full of fun, interactive STEM and literacy-building activities boosted by Maker Experiments.

IRL (In Real Life) Family Field Trips

Rutgers Gardens is one of the few botanical gardens that does not charge an admission fee and is open 365 days a year. Families are welcome to visit as often as they like to enjoy the “living museum” with its large array of gardens and plant collections.

At Duke Farms, you’ll find over 1,000 acres of land to explore native species, sustainability efforts, and the area’s natural beauty. Walk, bike, take a class to learn more about their conservation efforts and how you can fight climate change. Eat at their farm-sourced, award-winning café or support local farmers at the seasonal farm market.

A visit to Howell Living History Farm brings you back to the year 1900. See and help farmers as they plant and harvest crops, care for animals, build fences, and raise barns, help with the cooking and chores that help keep the farm running, or enjoy a hayride, music, dancing, and homemade ice cream.

The Grounds For Sculpture provides a safe outdoor haven that aims to inspire, thrill, and rejuvenate all who visit. They can’t wait to see you!

The Cora Hartshorn Arboretum & Bird Sanctuary aims to promotes an understanding of the relationship between people and the environment through programs that integrate arts, sciences and the humanities. Participte in one of their events or simply wander their trails!

Take a trip on an authentic steam train at Black River & Western Railroad. Ride during a special event or any day you're looking for an adventure. See their online schedule for more details.