2019 Summer Nature Camps at Ladew Gardens

Summer Nature Camps 2019

Nature Camps at Ladew Gardens provide a unique, fun and educational experience for children aged 2 to 15.  Ladew’s beautiful 250-acre property includes formal gardens, a native butterfly & caterpillar house, forests, meadows, ponds and streams.  Staffed by our year-round, adult environmental educators and art instructors, we provide a low teacher to camper ratio and incorporate engaging STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities throughout our curriculum.   

Ladew is a Maryland Certified Youth Camp (MCYC) through the MD Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. 

Space is limited. Full payment is due at registration.  To complete your registration, we will mail you a Registration Contract and Medical Form.  Please be on the lookout for them and send back at your earliest convenience.

Nature Detectives Camp

Into the Woods We Go
Investigate who lives in the woods in celebration of the 20^th Anniversary of the Nature Walk trail. We will explore the gardens and nature walk to learn about the animals and plants that call Ladew home. Daily activities include discovery hikes, experiments, stories, puppet shows and art projects. 

SESSION 1      June 17 – 21 This camp is full

SESSION 2     June 24 - 28   This camp is full

AGES               6 – 7 years & 7 – 9 years    

TIME               9 am – 2 pm

FEES               $220 Members / $270 Non-members

Nature Pals Camp

Woodland Wonders
Celebrate the Nature Walk trail’s 20^th Anniversary by exploring and learning about different features and creatures of the woods each day.  Activities include discovery hikes, outdoor games, stories, puppet shows and art projects.  Snacks are provided.

SESSION 1      July 8 – 12   This camp is full

SESSION 2      July 15 - 19      1 spot left : please call to register

AGES                4 – 5 years    

TIME               9:00 – 11:30 am

FEES               $135 Members / $170 Non-members

Nature Tots Camp (with an adult)

Forest Friends
Parents, grandparents and caregivers are invited to share in the wonder of discovering nature through the eyes of a toddler.  From songbirds and woodpeckers to deer and foxes, we’ll have a fun time encountering some fascinating animals at Ladew.  We’ll incorporate activities practicing fine motor skills, counting, colors, shapes, ABC’s and more.  Snacks are provided. 

SESSION 1      July 8 – 12    This camp is full

SESSION 2      July 15 - 19      This camp is full

AGES               2 – 3 years w/adult

TIME               9:15 – 11:15 am

FEES               $110 Members / $135 Non-members

Art in Nature Camp

Wilderness Imagined
This year we will look to the forest for our inspiration. Through sketching, art projects, hikes, and outdoor activities we will dive into the beauty and science of forest ecology. Genres from indigenous to pop, techniques using painting, sculpture and ephemeral art and traditional, recycled and natural materials will be explored.  Students will have the opportunity to work with Ladew’s featured 2019 artists-in-residence:  Mike and Joanne Bare.  Art kits will be provided.

 SESSION 1      July 22 – 26 This camp is full

AGES               9 – 12 years

SESSION 2      July 29 – August 2 3 spots left: please call to register

AGES               12 – 15 years

TIME               9:00 am – 2:00 pm

FEES               $270 Members / $320 Non-members