Classic Day Camp represents a progressive format designed for children to grow through the ages in learning new skills, building lasting friendships and gaining confidence and self-esteem.
The Pups Entering Kindergarten
A perfect opportunity for the first-time camper experience, Pups explore and learn about nature in a nurturing environment. Our positive role models create a safe and fun experience that will enrich your child’s summer.
The Cubs Entering Grades 1-2
Cubs answers a child’s yearning for discovery and making new friends. Designed for small group participation, campers are geared up for new adventures all while developing a love of nature and playing outside.
The Pack Entering Grades 3-4
Designed for an age group that loves exploration and getting messy, the Pack will gain an appreciation for the outdoors while jumping into exciting adventures and new skill development daily.
The Crew Entering Grades 5-6
Days filled with camp favorites and “Camper’s Choice” activities put the Crew behind the wheel of their own experience. The Crew builds friendships, gains confidence and learns skills through an array of fun challenges.
The Rangers Entering Grades 7-8
Aimed for our oldest campers, Rangers expand their horizons while experiencing adventures with new and old friends. Rangers help design their camp experience for the week, choosing activities that ignite their passions.
WEEKLY THEMES
Weekly themes tap into a child’s imagination and appeal to their sense of adventure. Daily storylines are interwoven into the morning program and culminate into “Theme Thursdays” involving an all-camp event full of adventure and fun!
2020 Dates & Themes Classic Day Camp
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Week 1: Secret Agent Kids
June 8 – 12 -
Week 2: Nature Olympics
June 15 – 19 -
Week 3: Junior Ninja Academy
June 22 – 26 -
Week 4: Where the Wild Things Are
June 29 – 3 -
Week 5: Kid Superheroes Unite
July 6 – 10 -
Week 6: Journey to Camp Atlantis
July 13 – 17
- Week 7: Knights & Dragons
July 20 – 24 - Week 8: Out of this World
July 27 – 31 - Week 9: Pirates of Pleasant Lake
August 3 – 7 - Week 10: Wet, Wacky & Wild
August 10 – 14 - Week 11: End-of-Summer Celebration
August 17 – 18 (Mini Camp)
Classic Day Camp Pricing Options
Register early for the best rates.
HNC CAMPERSHIP ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
For HNC Classic & Specialty Day Camps and HNC Overnight & Excursion Camps
Because we believe every child should have the opportunity to experience summer camp regardless of their inability to pay, the Howell Nature Center has a Tuition Assistance Program. If your family is in need of financial assistance for your child(ren) to attend summer camp, please start by creating an account and register your campers. Complete all required forms, then fill out the HNC Campership Application, this electronic form is located in Step 3 of the online registration process. Then pay required deposits. You will be notified of your scholarship within three weeks.
Please Note: HNC Campership Assistance is available based on financial need.
Campership Assistance based on availability.
Sample Camp Activities
- Live Wildlife Presentations
- Canoeing
- Nature Study
- 60-ft. Climbing Tower
- Wild Wonders Wildlife Park
- Swimming
- Gaga Ball & Nine Square
- High Ropes Challenge Course
- Archery
- Fishing for ‘Big Charlie’
- 500-ft. Zip Line
- Mountain Biking (Thanks to the DALMAC Fund)
- Capture the Flag
- Campfires & S’mores
- Kayaking
- Arts & Crafts
- Low Ropes
- Challenge Course
- Survival Skills
- Outdoor Cooking
- Hanging Out in Hammockville
- All-Camp Theme Events
- Dances
- Sunrise Kayaking
- Drama & Theatre
- Fort Building
