Adventure, Discovery, and a Little Bit of Wonder at Hawthorn Hollow Summer Camps!
Nature Camp 2026! Space is limited to the first 12 Campers.
Nature Camp is Back at Hawthorn Hollow! August 25–28, 2026
We’re excited to welcome young adventurers back for another unforgettable Nature Camp at Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary!
Designed for curious kids ages 6–11, this small-group camp (limited to just 12 participants) offers a fun, hands-on way to explore the outdoors alongside our knowledgeable Naturalist.
What to expect: Campers will spend their time discovering nature up close -flipping logs, digging in the dirt, wading through streams, and even getting hands-on with frogs and fish! Each day is filled with outdoor exploration, creative projects, and opportunities to learn by doing.
Be ready to get messy! The best learning happens when kids fully experience nature -and that sometimes means a little mud!
Campers will receive a Hawthorn Hollow Camp T-shirt on the first day. Snacks and water are provided -just bring a packed lunch each day. A signed waiver is required before camp begins. Be sure to include your child’s T-shirt size and any allergy information when registering.
Spots are limited, so don’t wait!
Cost is $200 per child
Space Camp: Innovators 2026!
Ready to take things to the next level? Join us at the Heide Observatory for our advanced Space Camp experience, designed for curious minds who want to build, test, and think like real engineers.
Ages 10–14*
📅 Tuesday–Friday (July 14 – 17)
⏰ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
This 4-day engineering-focused STEM adventure includes:
🚀 Advanced rocket design & launches
🎯 Projectile motion & trajectory testing
🛠️ Hands-on engineering challenges
📊 Real data collection & analysis
🌌 Nighttime telescope observing
Campers will dive deeper into physics and space science—testing ideas, refining designs, and learning how real-world space missions are planned and executed.
✨ Limited to just 12 students to ensure a highly engaging, hands-on experience.
questions email us at
📧 observatory@hawthornhollow.org
*Camp activities are designed for ages 10–14. If your student is slightly outside this range and interested, feel free to reach out.
$200 for new Campers
$175 for returning Campers
Space Camp: Explorers 2026!
Join us at the Heide Observatory for our 4th year of Space Camp—and for the first time ever, we’re offering a daytime camp experience designed especially for younger explorers!
Ages 8–12
📅 Tuesday–Friday (June 16 – 19)
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
This 4-day STEM adventure includes:
🌌 Hands-on science experiments
🚀 Rocket building & launches
🛰️ Engineering challenges
🔭 Daytime telescope observing
Campers will explore astronomy, physics, and space exploration in a fun, interactive environment designed to spark curiosity and build confidence.
✨ Limited to just 12 students to ensure a highly engaging, hands-on experience.
$200 for new Campers
$175 for returning Campers
Questions Contact us at:
📧 observatory@hawthornhollow.org