2012 Summer Camps

Wild Summer Days camps are so much fun that your kids won’t even know they’re learning, and now we are accredited by the American Camp Association! Our day camp offers children, ages 7-10 years old, the chance to explore the outdoors in a fun, safe and beautiful setting.

DAY CAMP SESSIONS

Day camp costs only $120 per child and runs Tuesday-Friday from 9:30 am - 3 pm.  Although we are always trying new things at camp, all sessions will still include fishing, wildlife-themed games, live animal programs, hikes and nature exploration.

Animal Adventures (6 - 7 years old): This fun-filled week gives campers the chance to discover the amazing world of animals and their habitats through games and exploration. Pond scooping and wildlife watching are just a few of the fun activities that will round out our adventures.

• June 5-8, 2012

Wild Wisdom (8 – 10 years old): This session gives campers the chance to follow in Charlie Elliott’s footsteps. Along with the usual hikes and games, we’ll have loads of fun as we explore the outdoors and gain wilderness skills such as archery, shelter building, and animal tracking.

• Session I: June 12 - 15, 2012 
• Session II: June 19 - 22, 2012

For more information on Day Camps, please contact Julie Duncan at Julie.Duncan@dnr.state.ga.us.

OVERNIGHT CAMP SESSIONS

Wildlife Week: June 25 - 29, 2012 (11 - 12 years old)
This is an overnight camp for boys and girls. Spend a week with Georgia DNR biologists, educators and naturalists learning about Georgia's wildlife and natural resources, shooting sports, outdoor survival skills, hiking, camping, astronomy and more.  Cost: $225 per camper.

Girls of the Great Outdoors: July 11 - 13, 2012 (10 - 12 year old girls only)
This exciting 3-day camp is designed to introduce young women to a variety of outdoor skills and wildlife-related field studies.  Activities will range from hiking, camping, stream and pond studies, fishing, shooting sports and more.  All programs will be led by women who are experts in their respective fields.  Cost: $125 per camper.

Shooting Sports Camp: July 16 - 20, 2012 (13 – 15 years old): Spend five exciting days at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center developing skills in shooting sports, fishing, birding, hiking and more.  All shooting sports will be taught and supervised by DNR certified instructors.  Cost: $225 per camper.

HomeSchool Family Camp: April 22 - 23, 2012 (Parents and children ages 8 - 12): Be a part of this 3-day/2-night camp experience where homeschoolers and their parents participate in fishing, hiking, archery, wildlife programs and more, all within the beautiful surroundings of the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center. Come join the fun, learn new things and create great memories together.  Cost: $95 per person (includes all activities, lodging and meals).

For more information on overnight camps, contact Julie Watson at julie.watson@dnr.state.ga.us.

HOW TO REGISTER

Registration for summer camps begins April 1!  You may stop by the Visitor’s Center (Tuesday- Saturday 9am- 4:30pm) or call 770-784-3059 to request a registration form for your child’s camp. We cannot register a child until payment is received. We only accept cash or checks. Please write separate checks for each camp. Space is limited, so sign up early to ensure your child’s spot!