SUMMER 2026
5 WEEKS • GRADES K-3 • JUNE 29TH - JULY 31ST • 9:00-4:00
Join us for a summer filled with discovery, creativity, and outdoor adventures! Each week of Summer Explorations offers engaging nature-based activities, including hands-on arts and crafts, scenic hikes, and exciting outdoor games. Participants will challenge themselves on ninja lines, gather around campfires, and enjoy expert-led explorations into the wonders of the woods. Whether creating unique projects, uncovering secrets of the forest, or fostering teamwork through dynamic activities, every day is designed to inspire a love for nature and create lasting memories.
Take Advantage of Early Bird Pricing Until March 1st!
Online Sign-Ups Opened January 5 at 8:00 AM
Week #1: June 29 - July 3
Guardians of the Four Elements: Adventures in Nature
This week, we will dive into the wonders of nature by exploring the four elements: water, air, earth, and sunlight (fire). We will observe, build, and create, enjoying projects such as water pipes, wind socks, seed balls, and nature sun prints. Let's discover how these four forces shape the world around us!
Full Day 9-3 | EXTENDED DAY 3-4
Join us June 29th - July 3rd for summer explorations
Early bird registration before March 1: $600
After March 1: $645
Add an additional hour to your summer explorations. This will extend the program from 9:00-3:00 to 9:00-4:00.
Week #2: July 6 - July 10
Nature Superheroes!
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure during our Nature Superhero Week! Young campers will discover their inner heroes as they explore the great outdoors and learn how to care for the natural world around them. Inspired by forests, animals, and the power of the Earth, children will dream up their own superhero identities rooted in nature.
Throughout the week, campers will design and create their own capes and shields, bring their characters to life through cartoons and storytelling, and take part in fun, hands-on activities outside. Whether they’re “Forest Protectors,” “Water Guardians,” or “Animal Allies,” every child will leave feeling empowered, creative, and connected to nature, and ready to make a difference in their own special way!
Full Day 9-3 | EXTENDED DAY 3-4
Waitlist Available
Email us at summer@birchesschool.org. If you are signed up and want to add extended day, let us know.
Week #3: July 13 - July 17
Woodland Wonders
Get ready for a week of creativity, curiosity, and outdoor adventure! Children will explore the woods and transform natural treasures into beautiful works of art. Along the way, they’ll learn about the environment, practice observation skills, and discover how nature can inspire imagination.
Full Day 9-3 | EXTENDED DAY 3-4
Waitlist Available
Email us at summer@birchesschool.org. If you are signed up and want to add extended day, let us know.
Week #4: July 20 - July 24
Flora & Fauna of New England
This week, we will have many outdoor activities and free play. Each day will include hands-on projects focused on a different animal and plant. Come share what you know and learn about some of the hidden species living in our area!
Full Day 9-3 | EXTENDED DAY 3-4
Join us July 20th - July 24th for summer explorations
Early bird registration before March 1: $600
After March 1: $645
Add an additional hour to your summer explorations. This will extend the program from 9:00-3:00 to 9:00-4:00.
Week #5: July 27 - July 31
Milkweed to Monarchs: A Life Cycle Adventure
Join us for a week of discovery as we explore the monarch butterfly's life cycle and the important role of milkweed. Campers will search for eggs and caterpillars, observe their growth, and learn about metamorphosis firsthand. Along the way, we’ll also explore how plants grow from seed to flower and how all living things are connected in nature. This hands-on, outdoor-focused week encourages curiosity, observation, and a deeper connection to the environment.
Full Day 9-3 | EXTENDED DAY 3-4
Join us July 27th - July 31st for summer explorations
Early bird registration before March 1: $600
After March 1: $645
Add an additional hour to your summer explorations. This will extend the program from 9:00-3:00 to 9:00-4:00.
Registration and Refund Policy
After April 1, registrations for the summer program are non-refundable. This allows the school to finalize staffing, materials, and programming in advance. We appreciate your understanding.
No make-ups or credits are provided for missed days or early withdrawal.
Families must submit all required health forms prior to the start of the program. Health forms will be distributed at a later date.
QUESTIONS?
CONTACT US!
EMAIL: summer@birchesschool.org
