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It is impossible to be at camp and not get caught up in its beauty. A driving mission of camp, is to inspire the next generation to do better at taking care of our environment than we are doing now. And it all starts by growing a compassion and understanding for nature. Walk through the woods. Sit by a pond and listen to the frogs. Lay in a hammock and watch the birds. Often, our young campers are surprised to learn that some of their favorite camp activities can fit so neatly into a specific field of science.
Pond Study
Pond Study
Put on your boots, grab your collection nets and let's go explore the wonders of a pond! We have many ponds around camp that campers explore. Over the week, campers will get to explore all of these thriving ecosystems and see how different they all are! Be prepared to get wet, muddy and have loads of fun!
This course is offered to both seniors and juniors.
Day One - Pond Life 101
Day One - Pond Life 101
Campers will explore multiple ponds and discuss the diversity between them. They end at Heron Pond, the largest pond where the class's main pavilion is located and create a track station to observe visiting wildlife throughout the week.
Day Two - "Adopt an Invertebrate"
Day Two - "Adopt an Invertebrate"
Campers take a look at the creatures of our ponds up close using nets and small aquariums. Campers will have the chance to keep their "pets" in their mini ecosystem. Because we respect the integrity of the pond, the campers return the creatures and plants back to the pond at the end of the class.
Day Three - Frog Catching
Day Three - Frog Catching
Campers use tools to catch and study larger pond creatures and create water scopes to observe life underwater naturally.
Day Four - Healthy Ponds
Day Four - Healthy Ponds
Campers will use their knowledge of ecosystems to determine whether the ponds they are observing are healthy. They will test the water, observe the effects of erosion, and brainstorm ways to make their ponds better places.
Day Five - Microscopic Life
Day Five - Microscopic Life
There is so much more living in a pond than what can be seen with the eye! We break out the microscopes in this class to take a look at life living in the ponds that we can't see.
Wilderness Exploration
Wilderness Exploration
While exploring a new trail of camp each day, campers will use traps, lures, and trail cameras to find and identify local animals. They will also create habitats for reptiles, amphibians, and insects, keeping some in the Creepy Crawly Room for the week. Along the way, campers will sample wild edibles, identity trees, dip their toes into cool spring water, climb boulders, and more. At the end of the week, campers have the opportunity to test their knowledge with our Junior Naturalist quiz.
This course is offered to both seniors and juniors.
Day One - Snakes, Lizards, Frogs, & More
Day One - Snakes, Lizards, Frogs, & More
Campers will learn to identify common reptiles and amphibians found at camp. After an introduction to different species, they will hike through camp’s trails to search for snakes, lizards, frogs, and other creatures in their natural habitats.
Day Two - Wild Mammals
Day Two - Wild Mammals
Campers will discover wild mammals at camp, learning to spot tracks, scat, and other signs before heading out to find them.
Day Three - Birds
Day Three - Birds
This class focuses on birdwatching and identification. Campers will learn to recognize different species by their songs, calls, and colors before heading out to observe birds in the trees, fields, and near water sources.
Day Four - Bug Traps
Day Four - Bug Traps
Campers will catch and study insects, learning about their habitats and behaviors. They may keep some in the Creepy Crawly Room for others to see.
Day Five - Hike and Release
Day Five - Hike and Release
Campers will test their wildlife knowledge on a final hike, spotting as many animals as they can. They will then release any insects they collected back into the wild.
Additional Nature Classes
Additional Nature Classes
If you are fascinated by the earth and what it's made of, then these are the classes for you. These classes make up even more nature and science based fun at Cub Creek!
These additional nature classes are available to both junior and senior campers.
Frog Catching
Frog Catching
Dig in the fossil pit and uncover signs of ancient life. Campers who spend time in the fossil pit learn about the fossilization process and get to take home their findings!
Fossil Pit
Fossil Pit
Dig in the fossil pit and uncover signs of ancient life. Campers who spend time in the fossil pit learn about the fossilization process and get to take home their findings!
Gemstone Quarry
Gemstone Quarry
Rose Quartz, Amethyst, Iron Pyrite, Citrine, and geodes are just some the treasure found at our quarry! Campers learn about the chemical make up and properties of their findings while digging to find something to take home!
Reading in the Hammocks
Reading in the Hammocks
Campers can enjoy an hour to relax and enjoy a good book.
Fishing
Fishing
We have sunfish, bluegill and catfish in our fishing pond. Campers spend the hour learning how to cast and reeling in fish. Fish are always returned to the pond.
Nature Solo Trail
Nature Solo Trail
Campers can take a moment to be still and quiet in nature along one of our nature solo trails.
Basic Caving
Basic Caving
For the basic caving class, campers can walk through the cave with very little need to bend and not need to crawl, unless campers choose to explore the Banana Room, at the very end that requires a short crawl. This class is available to junior and senior campers.
Extreme Caving
Extreme Caving
Extreme caving explores a side tunnel and involves crawling through 3-4 foot tunnels that lead to a massive 45-ft tall echo chamber. This class is available to senior campers only.
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