Summer 2019 Nature Camp

What: The Lyon Arboretum Education Department would like to invite your children to join us for our nature camp to learn, explore, and create in the Mānoa rainforest! This summer our theme is “Fun in the Jungle,” and we will incorporate an array of activities including, but not limited to, science experiments, nature-based art and craft projects, hiking throughout our gardens and forests, and gardening in our Children’s Garden.

We hope that the experiences your child has at our nature camp help to foster a positive relationship with the environment and each other, and the idea that each of us can explore, learn in and enjoy nature — while also being good stewards of its natural resources. It promises to be two weeks of fun-filled learning and adventure that your child will always remember!

When: This summer we will be offering two weeks of camp. Each week will be unique, and children can sign up to attend one or both weeks.

• Week One: June 3-7 (Monday-Friday, five days of camp) from 8:30am*—2:30pm.
• Week Two: June 10, June 12-14 (Monday and Wednesday-Friday, four days of camp. There is no camp on Tuesday, June 11, in honor of King Kamehameha I Day) from 8:30am*—2:30pm.
  *Children may be dropped off no earlier than 8:00am each morning

Who: This year’s Summer camp is open to children that will be entering grades K-7, who can meet the following criteria:

• Able to participate in and enjoy physical, outdoor activities (such as hiking or gardening) for up to two hours at a time in potential sun, rain, mud or mosquitoes
• Able to take listen and take direction and guidance from Lyon Arboretum’s professional Education Staff
• Able to communicate and work together in a safe, positive manner with up to 19 other children of varying ages and backgrounds

Cost:

• Week One: $250 (Monday-Friday, five days of camp).
• Week Two: $200 (Monday and Wednesday-Friday, four days of camp).
• BOTH Weeks: $450
• No partial payments or discounts.

Registration Deadline: Deadline to register your child(ren) for summer camp is May 24, 2019. Spaces are limited so call to reserve your spot today!

How to Register:

1. Call the Business Office at 988-0456 no later than May 24, 2019 to reserve your spot and make your payment.
2. Then, complete and email the Children’s Registration Form (click to open) to educationlyonarboretum@gmail.com also by May 24. Your registration will not be complete until your child’s form is received.
3. We will be sending out an informational letter a few days prior to the start of camp, which will include drop off/pickup information, a camp packing list, tax information, and other details. If you don’t receive it prior to camp, please contact us.

Questions?: Call or email the Education Department at 988-0461 or educationlyonarboretum@gmail.com.