Discovery Place Science
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Camps
Ever wonder how kids can go wild in a fun, safe learning environment?
REGISTRATION FOR 2020 SUMMER CAMPS BEGINS JANUARY 23 FOR MEMBERS AND JANUARY 30 FOR NON-MEMBERS
Discover amazing critters and natural treasures at Discovery Place Nature Summer Camps. Campers will connect to the natural world through hands-on activities, art, close encounters with live animals, stories, games, nature treks and outdoor play.
2020 CAMP OPTIONS
- Extended Care is available from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. for $75 per week.
- Half-day Camps (Pre K - Rising K) run 9:00 a.m. - noon and full-day Camps (Rising Grades 1 - 3) run 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., with specific activities geared toward the grade level of each group.
- Lunch Bunch Care is available for half-day Camps from noon - 1:00 p.m. for $25 per week.
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Get out and stay out! From forts to fairies and fur to feathers, get ready for hands-on fun in the great outdoors.
FAQs
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I've registered. What's next?
Send in the Emergency Medical & Release Form at least two weeks prior to the start of camp. This form is REQUIRED. Your camper will not be allowed to attend until we have a completed form.
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Where do I go? What do I do?
Discovery Place Nature is located at 1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC 28209. Park in the Museum's parking lot — it's free!
Please arrive no earlier than 10 minutes prior to the start of camp. On the first day of camp, parents/guardians should escort campers to the Museum's entrance for a brief meet and greet with Summer Camp staff. For the remaining days, a carpool drop-off/pick-up system will be used.
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What do I pack?
• Half Day Campers need to bring a nut-free snack.
• Full Day Campers need to bring a nut-free lunch plus morning/afternoon snacks.
• Reusable water bottles are recommended.
• Please wear comfortable "can-get-dirty" clothes and closed-toed shoes along with a complete change of clothes.
• Please apply sunscreen and/or bug spray before dropping off your camper for the day.
• All campers must be fully potty trained and age 3 by April 1, 2020.
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What does Lunch Bunch Care or Extended Care include?
- Lunch time supervision is offered free of charge from noon – 1:00 p.m. when booking a full-day Camp or one morning and one afternoon Camp during the same week.
- Lunch Bunch Care is available for half-day Camps from noon - 1:00 p.m. for $25 per week.
- Extended Care is now available from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. for $75 per week.
- Children will bring their own lunch and/or snack and participate in board games, simple crafts, watch movies or other activities as planned by the extended care team
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What is the cancellation policy?
- Programs with low enrollment 3 weeks prior to the start date are subject to cancellation.
- If cancellation occurs, you will be notified and given the opportunity to select another Camp or receive a refund.
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Are there any fees for cancelling?
- $35 cancellation fee for half-day Camps
- $50 cancellation fee for full-day Camps
- 100% refund (less cancellation fee) if cancelled by April 15
- 50% refund (less cancellation fee) if cancelled by May 1
- 25% refund (less cancellation fee) if cancelled by May 15
- 0% refund after May 15
- $20 transfer fee (moving Camp registration to a different week) per Camp
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Museum Members receive unlimited Museum admission, discounts on Birthday Parties and Summer Camps and exclusive invitations to exhibitions openings. Join today and discover the benefits of Membership.
