Garden Explorers

Monday, July 9, 2018 through Friday, July 13, 2018 – 9:00 am–3:30 pm

Campers harness exciting technology to become Citizen Scientists and share their findings with the world.

Campers dive deep into the gardens and discover its secrets.

How many bird nests can they find in the gardens? What pollinators can they find? Campers collect and load their findings into on-line databases used by scientists worldwide.

Drawing on the expertise of the arboretum staff and research powerhouse NC State University, Garden Explorers combines technology, outdoor fun, and scientific research in a unique and meaningful program that teaches campers they CAN make a difference.

Enrollment is limited to 16 campers. Campers bring a bagged lunch and snack from home.

Age

Rising 4th to 6th graders.

Cost

$225.00 for Arboretum Family Members, $255.00 for Nonmembers.

Registration

Member registration begins on January 29, 2018. Public registration begins February 12, 2018. A link to registration will appear on the Web page once it opens.

If you would like to become a member to enjoy early registration, discounted camp registration fees, and other year-long benefits, please visit our membership page membership page. Membership must be at the Family/Dual level to take advantage of the early registration.

Registrations received during the member only period that are not associated with a current family dual membership will be moved to the wait list. These registrations will be completed during public registration only if there are spaces still available. To make sure your registration is completed, join now!

Registration fees include all program resources and materials required for camp. Campers are responsible for providing snack and lunch each day of camp.

We work with community organizations to provide scholarships. If you have questions about scholarships, contact Elizabeth Overcash, children's program coordinator at elizabeth_overcash@ncsu.edu.

Cancellation

Registration fees are 100% refundable when the Arboretum cancels the camp. Memberships are not refundable.

Participants wishing to withdraw from a camp that has not been canceled by the Arboretum must provide a written request by May 25, 2018. If the withdrawal request is received by May 25, 2018, a refund will be given minus a 15% administrative fee per child per camp. No fees will be refunded if registration is canceled after May 25, 2018.

Location

JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.

Directions

Need directions? Click here.

Parking

Camp drop off and pick up will be in the brick circle at the Bobby G. Wilder Visitor Center.

Questions

Please contact Elizabeth Overcash, children's program coordinator, at elizabeth_overcash@ncsu.edu or (919) 513-7011.