University of Illinois Extension

Camps

• Trailblazers Camp

  Anyone who loves exploring the outdoors and discovering how nature works will feel right at home at this camp! Campers will step into the role of real adventurers, participating in hands-on exploration, solving challenges, and uncovering the secrets of the forest. From plants and animals to rocks and hidden ecosystems, each day is filled with exciting discoveries, active learning, and plenty of fun in the great outdoors.

  Ages: 9-11

  Cost: Contact for pricing

  Dates: TBD

  City: Genoa

• Insect Investigators Camp

  Bug lovers unite! Be an entomologist for a week. What's the difference between bugs and insects? Come to camp and find out as we collect and study all kinds of creepy crawlers from the forest. We will make a live trap to see who crawls around at night. Camp is filled with games and hands-on activities.

  Ages: 7-9

  Cost: Contact for pricing

  Dates: TBD

  City: Genoa

• Cold Blooded Critters Camp

  Campers will have fun learning about our local reptiles and amphibians. We will get up close and personal with our resident cold-blooded creatures and learn “cool” new facts about them too! We will learn how they survive and we may get to see them in their native home. You might decide to become a herpetologist by the end of the week!

  Ages: 7-9

  Cost: Contact for pricing

  Dates: TBD

  City: Genoa