Blandford Nature Center Summer Camp 2017 | Page 7

Specialty Camp Cost Nature Buds ( 4-6 yr .)

See page 1 of brochure for rates .

Trail Blazers ( 7-9 yr .)

August

Outdoor Explorers ( 10-12 yr .)

July 31-August 4

AM : Birds Of A Feather

Campers will try to answer the question of " what makes a bird a bird " by talking like a bird , eating like a bird , building like a bird , playing like a bird , and even dressing up like a bird . Equipped with binoculars and books about birds , we will explore different habitats to find these feathered friends .

PM : Nature Art

Nature can provide all kinds of ideas and materials that we can use to create wonderful works of art . Crafty campers will love creating nature collages , camouflaging themselves in natural materials , singing silly songs , making art installations for other visitors to enjoy by the creek , and more .

Fort Building

A camper favorite ! Learn tricks and techniques for building lasting structures that provide a perfect place for hiding out with friends . Then save a little time to create special homes for some of Blandford ' s creatures .

Wild Wizarding Wonders

Have you ever felt like there is a whole magical world hidden all around us ? Campers will put their extraordinary imaginations to the test as they practice their wand-dueling skills , care for magical creatures , play quidditch and explore Blandford ’ s enchanted forest . Muggle campers will leave this camp as talented wizards and witches after completing a magical quest .

August 7-11

AM : Bug Bonanza

Come take a closer look at all of the insects that call Blandford ’ s forest , marsh , meadow , creek , and ponds home ! Watching them crawl , hop , fly , and wiggle , we ' ll discover how these critters survive .

PM : Creature Powers

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There will be a mystery to solve every day during this Wild Kratts themed adventure camp . Animals will lead the way through all of the dry and wet habitats as the campers find the clues left behind and learn about creature powers and adaptations .

Wildlife Helpers

Michigan is home to a wonderous variety of wildlife that need your help ! Campers will create special items to help the wildlife in your backyard , work on projects to protect habitat diversity , and go behind the scenes in our wildlife care center to prepare food and enrichment items for our permanent residents .

Farm Eco-Engineers

Tap into your ingenuity as you help create a better environment for our farm animals . Designing , constructing , and prototype-testing using kid-appropriate materials will create a unique farm experience for young engineers .