For children entering 9th-12th grades in fall 2025

A career in the natural resources field can include many different jobs, including important research and conservation projects. This camp will allow you to get a hands-on, behind the scenes look at several wildlife research projects that are currently active in Calvert County and other parts of the state. This is your chance to talk to staff in the field, collect valuable data, and learn more about the animals in your backyard! Come prepared to get up close with wildlife and see things from an all new perspective.

Note: This camp includes an overnight experience on Thursday, where we will learn about wildlife research projects that happen after the sun goes down. Then we will sleep in tents at one of our Calvert County Parks to prepare for an early day of bird research on Friday morning.

Calvert Nature Society reserves the right to modify and/or change camp program activities and structure based on health, safety, and other variable factors.

"Welcome to Camp" letter and packing list will be sent out and posted online in June.

Naturalist in Charge: Kim Curren

Fee per camper:  
Members: $250
Nonmembers: $350

Advanced Reservations are required

Please Register By: June 9

Location: Drop-off and pickup daily at Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

Times vary, see below for daily schedule

Monday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Thursday: 4:00 p.m. - overnight to Friday
Friday: Pickup at 12:00 p.m.