Camp Out at the WNC

Give your campers a night out! Camp on the front lawn of the Wilson Nature Center and have some night-time fun. Campers will cook their own dinners and go exploring after dark, and campout in tents. Before leaving campers will make their own breakfast.

Bug Hotel Builders

Join Interpretive Naturalist, Sarah, at Creek Bend Farm to learn about the benefits of attracting insects to your yard. We will be constructing a bug hotel for our pollinator garden, and talking about the different species that can use it.

Tree Huggers: Creek Walk

Tree Huggers programs are for children ages 6-10 years old. Cool your feet from the summer heat by taking a walk in the creek. Closed-toe shoes are needed. We will explore the creek to see who lives there while we walk. Registration is required.

Big Bird Year

This program will be offered each month throughout 2022. The term "big year" in birding is a reference for challenging yourself to see as many bird species in one year as possible. The species you see or hear also needs to be documented by at least one other person for it to count. If you are new to birding or want to take on this challenge with others, join naturalist Debbie Haubert each month for a bird hike. The hikes will rotate through various habitats to give us the best opportunity for a high species count. Registration is required. Please bring your own binoculars.

*Nature Camp BIGS (11-12)

Take nature exploration and outdoor fun to the next level at Creek Bend Farm!

Campers will take a closer look at the park, learn archery experience a tree-climbing adventure using ropes, go paddling, tie-dye their own camp shirt and so much more!

An afternoon snack will be provided each day. Participants are responsible for their own lunches and a water bottle.

An information and health form is attached to your registration confirmation and must be completed within three business days of registration.

*Nature Camp LITTLES (6-8)

Come discover the world around you as we create and investigate during this 4-day adventure at Creek Bend Farm!

Campers will investigate the park, paddle and explore Muddy Creek, get an up-close experience with our Nature Center ambassadors (goats, chickens, snakes, turtles, salamanders and toad.), tie-dye their own camp shirt and so much more!

An afternoon snack will be provided each day. Participants are responsible for their own lunches and a water bottle.

An information and health form is included in your registration confirmation and must be completed within three business days of registration.

*Nature Camp MIDDLES (9-10)

Come discover the world around you as we create and investigate during this 4-day adventure at Creek Bend Farm!

Campers will investigate the park, paddle and explore Muddy Creek, get an up-close experience with our Nature Center ambassadors (goats, chickens, snakes, turtles, salamanders and toad.), tie-dye their own camp shirt and so much more!

An afternoon snack will be provided each day. Participants are responsible for their own lunches and a water bottle.

An information and health form is attached to your registration confirmation and must be completed within three business days of registration.

Tails to Tales

Bring your toddler to the Wilson Nature Center for stories, crafts and adventure. Please register the child attending, adults need not register. Portions of this program may be outside.

Metal Detecting: White Star Beach

Bring your own metal detectors to White Star Beach for metal detecting. Must stay on the beach, cannot enter water. Replace any holes that are dug. Participants must register at least 24 hours in advance.

*Nature Camp BIGS (11-12)

Take nature exploration and outdoor fun to the next level at Creek Bend Farm!

Campers will take a closer look at the park, learn archery experience a tree-climbing adventure using ropes, go paddling, tie-dye their own camp shirt and so much more!

An afternoon snack will be provided each day. Participants are responsible for their own lunches and a water bottle.

An information and health form is attached to your registration confirmation and must be completed within three business days of registration.