Nature Vision Day Camps

Immerse your child in the natural world during the summer and school year! Join us for camp and after school programs!

In-person camps and after school programs in Sammamish, Redmond, and Shoreline may be required to cancel or reschedule. We will make future decisions based on guidelines from the State of Washington and King County Public Health. We do not make this decision lightly as the health of our staff, campers, and communities are top priority. All of our Educators are fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Day Camps

Each week during our camps we focus on a different theme that is child-centered and filled with the diversity of the Pacific Northwest. All our time is spent outdoors with a wonderful mix of fun and challenging learning experiences, games, reflection, art, and much more. Groups are based on age to accommodate both learning and physical abilities. Throughout the day, there will be times where campers are safely playing and learning together.

Day camps are facilitated by our experienced and knowledgeable team of staff that are skilled in working with all ages and backgrounds of youth. Building community and an appreciation for nature and the life we find in it is a central focus of our camps. Safety is our number one priority as we facilitate a deeper understanding of the environment around us.

Please check back for 2023 spring dates

Nature Vision will offer our in-person after school programs in Sammamish! We are bringing our acclaimed outdoor programs to early release Wednesdays to help get kids learning outdoors and away from screens. Each month has a different theme and uses a wonderful mix of fun and challenging learning experiences, games, reflection, art, and much more. Our programs are facilitated by our professional educators who bring a wealth of experience working with youth from a variety of ages and backgrounds.

Student and staff health is our top priority. For all in-person programs and field trips we will be meeting the safety standards set by the Washington Department of Health, CDC, and the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). All programs will require participants to wear masks and practice social distancing. All of our Educators are fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Groups are based on age to accommodate both learning and physical abilities, and our truly unique programs are designed to appeal to a broad variety of kids. Our after school programs are filled with the rollicking spirit of adventure, the exploration of our wild home, and a blend of learning and play that is unlike anything you’ve ever seen. We hope to see your students there!

Times: 3:00-5:00 PM Wednesdays
Ages: 6-12
Group Size: 10 students per Educator; maximum of 20 students
Location: Beaver Lake Park (north side, meet at the Lodge) Dates: TBD

Nature Vision Contact
Brooke Askey
Phone: 425-836-2697
E-mail: baskey@naturevision.org

In-person camps and after school programs in Sammamish may be required to cancel or reschedule. We will make future decisions based on guidelines from the State of Washington and King County Public Health. We do not make this decision lightly as the health of our staff, campers, and communities are top priority.

Play and explore with Nature Vision’s experienced outdoor Educators this summer at Beaver Lake Park!

CAMP PAPERWORK FOR 2022 Please review, fill out, save, print, sign, and bring the following physical forms with you to the first day of camp for each child. 1) Nature Vision Camp Waiver: Please fill out, print, sign and date, and bring to the 1st day of camp. REQUIRED 3) Nature Vision Camp Handbook: Please read in full, REQUIRED. No need to print. 4) ONLY if your child has an allergy: Nature Vision Emergency Health Plan for Allergic Reactions 5) ONLY if your child requires medications: Nature Vision Medication Information and Authorization Liability Release

Each week during our camps we focus on a different theme that is child-centered and filled with the diversity of the Pacific Northwest. All our time is spent outdoors with a wonderful mix of fun and challenging learning experiences, games, reflection, art, and much more. Groups are based on age to accommodate both learning and physical abilities. Throughout the day, there will be times where campers are safely playing and learning together.

Day camps are facilitated by our experienced and knowledgeable team of staff that are skilled in working with all ages and backgrounds of youth. Building community and an appreciation for nature and the life we find in it is a central focus of our camps. Safety is our number one priority as we facilitate a deeper understanding of the environment around us.

Times: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Ages: 6-12
Group Size: 10 students per Educator; maximum of 20 campers
Location: Beaver Lake Park (north side, meet at the Lodge)
Fee: $385/camper
All camps are full!

PAST CAMPS

FULL Outdoor Adventure Camp
July 25-29
Outdoor Adventure Campers develop orienteering, shelter building, wilderness survival, and other outdoor skills to promote having a safe and exciting time in the great outdoors. Campers will also learn the basics of Northwest ecology, facilitating a deeper understanding of the local plants and animals. We’ll move through the forest and explore the area around Beaver Lake with water quality testing and ecosystem observations from the shoreline. Get hands-on in nature this summer and develop skills that will last a lifetime during this weeklong adventure!

FULL Nature Art Camp
August 1-5
Nature Art Camp explores various forms of art and nature; from performance and prose to painting and recycled sculptures. How does nature inspire so many artists? Join us in our exploration of the park to find out! We will study art styles including natural sculptures, mandalas, collaging, and even performance. Then, we’ll create wonderful works of art using a variety of materials and talents to showcase unique perspectives. Camp parents and caregivers are invited to join us for a culminating exhibition to wrap up the week on Friday afternoon. Don’t miss this chance to see your camper explore their creativity outdoors!

Once registered we do not allow refunds for any reason unless the camp must be cancelled by Nature Vision or City of Sammamish.

In-person camps and after school programs in Sammamish may be required to cancel or reschedule. We will make future decisions based on guidelines from the State of Washington and King County Public Health. We do not make this decision lightly as the health of our staff, campers, and communities are top priority.

Play and explore with Nature Vision’s experienced outdoor Educators this summer at Shoreview Park and Hamlin Park!

CAMP PAPERWORK FOR 2022 Please review, fill out, save, print, sign, and bring the following physical forms with you to the first day of camp for each child. 1) Nature Vision Camp Waiver Shoreview: Please fill out, print, sign and date, and bring to the 1st day of camp if you child is attending a camp at Shoreview Park. REQUIRED 2) Nature Vision Camp Waiver Hamlin Park: Please fill out, print, sign and date, and bring to the 1st day of camp if you child is attending a camp at Hamlin Park. REQUIRED *please note, if you child is attending camps at both Shoreview and Hamlin, you must fill out a waiver for each site for each child 3) Nature Vision Camp Handbook: Please read in full, REQUIRED. No need to print. 4) ONLY if your child has an allergy: Nature Vision Emergency Health Plan for Allergic Reactions 5) ONLY if your child requires medications: Nature Vision Medication Information and Authorization Liability Release

Each week during our camps we focus on a different theme that is child-centered and filled with the diversity of the Pacific Northwest. All our time is spent outdoors with a wonderful mix of fun and challenging learning experiences, games, reflection, art, and much more. Groups are based on age to accommodate both learning and physical abilities. Throughout the day, there will be times where campers are safely playing and learning together.

Day camps are facilitated by our experienced and knowledgeable team of staff that are skilled in working with all ages and backgrounds of youth. Building community and an appreciation for nature and the life we find in it is a central focus of our camps. Safety is our number one priority as we facilitate a deeper understanding of the environment around us.

Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Ages: 6-12
Group Size: 10 campers per Educator; maximum of 30 campers.
Fee: $385/camper Registration for Shoreline Summer Camps opens on March 15 at 8:00 AM for residents, March 18 at 8:00 AM for non-residents.

2022 Shoreview Park Camps:

PAST CAMPS

FULL Nature Art Camp
June 27 - July 1
Nature Art Camp explores various forms of art and nature; from performance and prose to painting and recycled sculptures. How does nature inspire so many artists? Join us in our exploration of the park to find out! We will study art styles including natural sculptures, mandalas, collaging, and even performance. Then, we’ll create wonderful works of art using a variety of materials and talents to showcase unique perspectives. Camp parents and caregivers are invited to join us for a culminating exhibition to wrap up the week on Friday afternoon. Don’t miss this chance to see your camper explore their creativity outdoors!

FULL Northwest Explorers Camp
July 5-8 (4-day camp)
Fee: $308
The Pacific Northwest has an abundance of life and history to explore. Campers will become scientists at this camp by investigating a range of nature science topics based on what we find in the park! Topics will include aquatic science, geology, ecology, and practical data collection skills. Campers will have hands-on interactions with our collection of pelts, skulls, and natural artifacts. At the end of this week, campers will be able to use their newly developed identification and investigation skills to better understand the natural world. Become a scientist with Nature Vision this summer and see the natural world in a whole new light!

FULL Outdoor Adventure Camp
July 11-15
Outdoor Adventure Campers develop orienteering, shelter building, wilderness survival, and other outdoor skills to promote having a safe and exciting time in the great outdoors. Campers will also learn the basics of Northwest ecology, facilitating a deeper understanding of the local plants and animals. We’ll move through the forest and explore the area around Boeing Creek and Hidden Lake with water quality testing and ecosystem observations from the shoreline. Get hands-on in nature this summer and develop skills that will last a lifetime during this weeklong adventure!

2022 Hamlin Park Camps:

PAST CAMPS

FULL Outdoor Adventure Camp
August 8-12
Outdoor Adventure Campers develop orienteering, shelter building, wilderness survival, and other outdoor skills to promote having a safe and exciting time in the great outdoors. Campers will also learn the basics of Northwest ecology, facilitating a deeper understanding of the local plants and animals. We’ll move through the forest and put our newly learned abilities to the test. Get hands-on in nature this summer and develop skills that will last a lifetime during this weeklong adventure!

FULL Nature Art Camp
August 15-19
Nature Art Camp explores various forms of art and nature; from performance and prose to painting and recycled sculptures. How does nature inspire so many artists? Join us in our exploration of the park to find out! We will study art styles including natural sculptures, mandalas, collaging, and even performance. Then, we’ll create wonderful works of art using a variety of materials and talents to showcase unique perspectives. Camp parents and caregivers are invited to join us for a culminating exhibition to wrap up the week on Friday afternoon. Don’t miss this chance to see your camper explore their creativity outdoors!

FULL Fantastic Forests Camp August 22-26
Folklore, science, and imagination blend and run wild in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. Campers will explore the forest at Hamlin Park using all of their senses to gain a better understanding of our local forest ecosystem. We will learn about how the forest supports its native plants and animals by digging into the soil, going on nature hikes, and getting up close with natural artifacts. We’ll identify what we find and think about how life in the forest is connected. Finally, campers will think creatively to imagine how these ecosystems might support species like unicorns, fairies, and dragons. Find a little magic in the world around us with Nature Vision this summer!

In-person camps and after school programs in Shoreline may be required to cancel or reschedule. We will make future decisions based on guidelines from the State of Washington and King County Public Health. We do not make this decision lightly as the health of our staff, campers, and communities are top priority.

Please check back for 2023 spring dates.

Nature Vision will continue our in-person after school programs in Redmond! We are bringing our acclaimed outdoor programs to early release Wednesdays to help get kids learning outdoors and away from screens. Each month has a different theme and uses a wonderful mix of fun and challenging learning experiences, games, reflection, art, and much more. Our programs are facilitated by our professional educators who bring a wealth of experience working with youth from a variety of ages and backgrounds.

Student and staff health is our top priority. For all in-person programs and field trips we will be meeting the safety standards set by the Washington Department of Health, CDC, and the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). All of our Educators are fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Groups are based on age to accommodate both learning and physical abilities, and our truly unique programs are designed to appeal to a broad variety of kids. Our after school programs are filled with the rollicking spirit of adventure, the exploration of our wild home, and a blend of learning and play that is unlike anything you’ve ever seen. We hope to see your students there!

Times: 2:45-4:45 PM Wednesdays
Ages: 6-12
Group Size: 10 students per Educator; maximum of 20 students
Location: Farrel-McWhirter Farm Park

Nature Vision Contact
Mike Munro
Phone: 425-836-2697
E-mail: mmunro@naturevision.org

In-person camps and after school programs in Redmond may be required to cancel or reschedule. We will make future decisions based on guidelines from the State of Washington and King County Public Health. We do not make this decision lightly as the health of our staff, campers, and communities are top priority.

CAMP PAPERWORK FOR 2022 Please review, fill out, save, print, sign, and bring the following physical forms with you to the first day of camp for each child. 1) Nature Vision Camp Waiver: Please fill out, print, sign and date, and bring to the 1st day of camp. REQUIRED 2) Nature Vision Camp Handbook: Please read in full, REQUIRED. No need to print. 3) ONLY if your child has an allergy: Redmond Parks and Recreation Emergency Health Plan for Allergic Reactions 4) ONLY if your child requires medications: Redmond Parks and Recreation Medications Information and Authorization Liability Release 5) ONLY if your child requires the use of an Epinephrine Injection Device during an allergic reaction: Redmond Parks Epi Pen Med Policy

Play and explore with Nature Vision’s experienced outdoor Educators this summer at Farrel-McWhirter Farm Park!

Each week during our camps we focus on a different theme that is child-centered and filled with the diversity of the Pacific Northwest. All our time is spent outdoors with a wonderful mix of fun and challenging learning experiences, games, reflection, art, and much more. Groups are based on age to accommodate both learning and physical abilities. Throughout the day, there will be times where campers are safely playing and learning together.

Day camps are facilitated by our experienced and knowledgeable team of staff that are skilled in working with all ages and backgrounds of youth. Building community and an appreciation for nature and the life we find in it is a central focus of our camps. Safety is our number one priority as we facilitate a deeper understanding of the environment around us.

Times: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Ages: 5-12 (5-year-olds must have Preschool or Kindergarten experience)
Group Size: 10 students per Educator; maximum of 40 campers, some weeks maximum of 30 campers
Location: Farrel-McWhirter Farm Park
Fee: $385 Redmond Resident/$462 non-Redmond resident
Registration for Redmond Summer Camps opens on April 25 for Redmond residents, May 2 for Non-Redmond residents!

2022 Redmond Summer Camps

PAST CAMPS

FULL Northwest Explorers Camp
June 27 - July 1
The Pacific Northwest has an abundance of life and history to explore. Campers will become scientists at this camp by investigating a range of nature science topics based on what we find in the park! Topics will include aquatic science, geology, ecology, and practical data collection skills. Campers will have hands-on interactions with our collection of pelts, skulls, and natural artifacts. At the end of this week, campers will be able to use their newly developed identification and investigation skills to better understand the natural world. Become a scientist with Nature Vision this summer and see the natural world in a whole new light!

FULL Outdoor Adventure Camp
July 5-8 (4-day camp)
Redmond Resident Fee: $308
Non-Resident Fee: $370
Outdoor Adventure Campers develop orienteering, shelter building, wilderness survival, and other outdoor skills to promote having a safe and exciting time in the great outdoors. Campers will also learn the basics of Northwest ecology, facilitating a deeper understanding of the local plants and animals. We’ll move through the forest and explore the area around Mackey Creek with water quality testing and ecosystem observations. Get hands-on in nature this summer and develop skills that will last a lifetime during this weeklong adventure!

FULL Nature Art Camp
July 11-15
Nature Art Camp explores various forms of art and nature; from performance and prose to painting and recycled sculptures. How does nature inspire so many artists? Join us in our exploration of the park to find out! We will study art styles including natural sculptures, mandalas, collaging, and even performance. Then, we’ll create wonderful works of art using a variety of materials and talents to showcase unique perspectives. Camp parents and caregivers are invited to join us for a culminating exhibition to wrap up the week on Friday afternoon. Don’t miss this chance to see your camper explore their creativity outdoors!

FULL Fantastic Forests Camp
July 18-22
Folklore, science, and imagination blend and run wild in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. Campers will explore the forest at Farrel-McWhirter Farm Park using all of their senses to gain a better understanding of our local forest ecosystem. We will learn about how the forest supports its native plants and animals by digging into the soil, going on nature hikes, and getting up close with natural artifacts. We’ll identify what we find and think about how life in the forest is connected. Finally, campers will think creatively to imagine how these ecosystems might support species like unicorns, fairies, and dragons. Find a little magic in the world around us with Nature Vision this summer!

FULL Northwest Explorers Camp
July 25-29
*This camp is a repeat topic
The Pacific Northwest has an abundance of life and history to explore. Campers will become scientists at this camp by investigating a range of nature science topics based on what we find in the park! Topics will include aquatic science, geology, ecology, and practical data collection skills. Campers will have hands-on interactions with our collection of pelts, skulls, and natural artifacts. At the end of this week, campers will be able to use their newly developed identification and investigation skills to better understand the natural world. Become a scientist with Nature Vision this summer and see the natural world in a whole new light!

FULL Outdoor Adventure
August 1-5
*This camp is a repeat topic
Outdoor Adventure Campers develop orienteering, shelter building, wilderness survival, and other outdoor skills to promote having a safe and exciting time in the great outdoors. Campers will also learn the basics of Northwest ecology, facilitating a deeper understanding of the local plants and animals. We’ll move through the forest and explore the area around Mackey Creek with water quality testing and ecosystem observations. Get hands-on in nature this summer and develop skills that will last a lifetime during this weeklong adventure!

FULL Nature Art Camp
August 8-12
*This camp is a repeat topic
Nature Art Camp explores various forms of art and nature; from performance and prose to painting and recycled sculptures. How does nature inspire so many artists? Join us in our exploration of the park to find out! We will study art styles including natural sculptures, mandalas, collaging, and even performance. Then, we’ll create wonderful works of art using a variety of materials and talents to showcase unique perspectives. Camp parents and caregivers are invited to join us for a culminating exhibition to wrap up the week on Friday afternoon. Don’t miss this chance to see your camper explore their creativity outdoors!

FULL Fantastic Forests Camp
August 15-19
*This camp is a repeat topic
Folklore, science, and imagination blend and run wild in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. Campers will explore the forest at Farrel-McWhirter Farm Park using all of their senses to gain a better understanding of our local forest ecosystem. We will learn about how the forest supports its native plants and animals by digging into the soil, going on nature hikes, and getting up close with natural artifacts. We’ll identify what we find and think about how life in the forest is connected. Finally, campers will think creatively to imagine how these ecosystems might support species like unicorns, fairies, and dragons. Find a little magic in the world all around us with Nature Vision this summer!

In-person camps and after school programs in Redmond may be required to cancel or reschedule. We will make future decisions based on guidelines from the State of Washington and King County Public Health. We do not make this decision lightly as the health of our staff, campers, and communities are top priority.

Nature Vision Virtual Camps are here!
How do you capture the majesty of nature, the rollicking spirit of adventure, and the creative play that we love about our summer camps into a remote format? After many hours of brainstorming and design, we’ve found the answer. Our virtual camps are a new camp experience which we are proud to offer to our community and are built to the same level of excellence that has set Nature Vision apart for years. These camps will incorporate the magic and imaginative learning from our nature camps that you have come to expect.

Each day will start with an interactive video session where Nature Vision instructors welcome campers and prepare them for the day. Over the next several hours, campers will engage with several of the daily activities. Using supplied materials, as well as streaming videos and online instructions, campers will dive into a magical blend of creative play, learning, and just plain fun! Throughout the 6 hours of programming each day, instructors will host live sessions to support learning and create a more interactive and collaborative space. We understand that everyone’s schedule is different, so every session and activity will be stored on a secure Google Classroom page where campers can participate at the convenience of each family.

To ensure the same level of quality and care that we provide in our in-person camps, there will be one of our amazing staff Educators for every ten campers. All materials will be provided in advance and will be sterilized and packaged in accordance with the CDC’s guidelines.

Times: 9:00am – 4:00pm daily, lunch break 12:00-1:00 PM
Ages: 5-12
Group Size: 10 campers per Educator Min/Max: 10 campers minimum, 40 campers maximum
Fee: TBD

Please check back for our next virtual camp offerings.

Nature Vision is also available to visit your summer program to provide enriching experiences for your students and campers.  To learn more please view our Summer Camp Programs for Groups.