Our goal is to help campers build self-confidence, problem solving skills, and a desire to care for each other and our planet in a safe, fun, and loving environment. 

Our History

Cub Creek Science Camp was started by Lori Martin in the summer of 1993 in its original humble home at Babler State Park. During that first summer, Lori took vacation time from her full-time job and offered three weeks of camp to about ten kids each week. Camp has grown every year since and by 1998, Cub Creek had outgrown Babler State Park. The following year, Lori and Scott purchased what we now call Bear River Ranch. The property was previously a camp for the Campfire Girls called WoHeLo Woods that closed back in the 80's. When they purchased it, there were only two livable buildings: a trailer and the still standing Romania. 

Cub Creek Science Camp has gained the reputation for being the only summer camp in the country with a hands-on zoo. With more than 300 animals ranging over 100 species, camp is an animal lover's paradise. We're proud of our camp's history. It is a true depiction of following your dreams and making a contribution to the world that benefits all. We hope that your time at Cub Creek inspires you to accomplish your life's goals and follow your dreams. 

Camp Map

The map below was hand-drawn by a member of our camp family Tabitha Gill in 2012 and updated digitally in 2023. Our newest additions such as the Dakotas and the Excavator Pavilion are not respresented on this map.

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