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Summer<br />

<strong>Outdoor</strong> <strong>Adventure</strong> <strong>Camps</strong><br />

<strong>2013</strong><br />

Explore <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Inside and Out<br />

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Explore <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Inside & Out…<br />

All Year Long<br />

The <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Shaker</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> conserves a n<strong>at</strong>ural area,<br />

connects people with n<strong>at</strong>ure and inspires environmental stewardship.<br />

At the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, we celebr<strong>at</strong>e connecting families to n<strong>at</strong>ure and the n<strong>at</strong>ural systems<br />

th<strong>at</strong> bind us together. Join us for year-round fun and learning the entire family will enjoy.<br />

• School Age Science and<br />

Language Arts Enrichment<br />

• Early Childhood Programming<br />

• Adult Programming<br />

N<strong>at</strong>ive Landscaping<br />

Environmental Town Halls<br />

• N<strong>at</strong>uralist-led Hikes<br />

• Public Trails open to all<br />

• School Programming<br />

• Scout Programs<br />

• Family-oriented Events<br />

• Volunteer Experiences<br />

Environmental Educ<strong>at</strong>ion<br />

Habit<strong>at</strong> Management<br />

N<strong>at</strong>ive Landscaping<br />

Bird Banding and Research<br />

We look forward to being a part of your family this summer and throughout the year.<br />

Call or visit our website for more inform<strong>at</strong>ion on the above programs or to see wh<strong>at</strong>’s new<br />

<strong>at</strong> the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Shaker</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong>.<br />

2600 South Park Boulevard<br />

Cleveland, Ohio 44120<br />

(216) 321-5935<br />

www.shakerlakes.org<br />

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Summer<br />

<strong>Outdoor</strong> <strong>Adventure</strong> <strong>Camps</strong><br />

Camp Staff<br />

Excited to share their knowledge and love for n<strong>at</strong>ure, the full-time <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> n<strong>at</strong>uralists are<br />

dedic<strong>at</strong>ed professionals with a long-term commitment to environmental educ<strong>at</strong>ion. Our seasonal<br />

camp staff includes school teachers and highly trained n<strong>at</strong>uralists who return year after year. All<br />

staff are CPR and First Aid Certified to insure your child’s safety. Experience and observ<strong>at</strong>ion<br />

are the primary tools by which we teach, empower and encourage students of all ages to explore<br />

and learn about the n<strong>at</strong>ural world th<strong>at</strong> surrounds them.<br />

Which camp is right for you?<br />

Child’s Age/Grade Group Camp Name Camp Length Page<br />

Grades K through 5 Spring Break Camp M-F, 9-3 3<br />

2½ to 3½ years with adult BIG/little M-Th, 9:30-11 4<br />

2½ to 7 years with adult <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Story Time M 10-11 4<br />

3½ to 4½ years <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Nursery M-Th, 9-noon 5<br />

Entering Kindergarten Squirrel Scouts M-F, 9-noon 6<br />

Entering Kindergarten Squirrel Scouts M-F, 9-3 6<br />

Entering Grade 1 or 2 <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong>’s Lifeguards M-F, 9-3 8<br />

Entering Grade 3 through 5 <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong>’s Explorers M-F, 9-3 9<br />

Ages 11 through 15 Eco-Rangers M-F, 9-3 11<br />

Family Family Camping Fun August 19-21 12<br />

All camps are held rain or shine, but may be modified due to inclement we<strong>at</strong>her. Please be<br />

sure to send campers with rain gear and a change of clothes should we get stuck in a sudden<br />

downpour or just want to have fun splashing around in the puddles! <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Nursery and up<br />

include a nut-free snack each day.<br />

Spring Break Camp<br />

April 1 through 5<br />

9 am to 3 pm, with extended care available from 3 to 5 pm<br />

Children in Grades K through 5 will enjoy a week fi lled with<br />

adventure and discovery with themes like Signs of Spring and Where is<br />

the W<strong>at</strong>er? Through hikes, games, crafts, interactive learning and a<br />

whole lot of fun, your child will gain an appreci<strong>at</strong>ion for n<strong>at</strong>ure and<br />

the outdoor world. Children can sign up for one, two, three, four<br />

or all fi ve days. Snacks are provided, but campers should bring a<br />

bag lunch. Members: $50/day or $225/week; Non-Members: $55/<br />

day or $250/week. Extended care available for an additional fee.<br />

New! Register online <strong>at</strong> www.shakerlakes.org<br />

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BIG/little*<br />

Age: 2½ to 3½ years with an adult • 9:30 to 11 am<br />

Where the Wild Things Are<br />

Camp Code: BL1<br />

Monday, June 17 – Thursday, June 20<br />

Let’s discover the habit<strong>at</strong>s around the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong><br />

<strong>Center</strong> and the different animals and plants<br />

th<strong>at</strong> make their home in those habit<strong>at</strong>s. $60<br />

members, $80 non-members.<br />

Rainbow <strong>Adventure</strong>s<br />

Camp Code: BL2<br />

Monday, June 24 – Thursday, June 27<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> colors will you find outside around the<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong>? Explore how colors help<br />

n<strong>at</strong>ure by providing protection, beauty and<br />

more. $60 members, $80 non-members.<br />

Super Senses<br />

Camp Code: BL3<br />

Monday, July 1 – Wednesday, July 3<br />

(No camp July 4 or 5)<br />

This week we will use our senses to explore<br />

n<strong>at</strong>ure and learn how animal senses compare.<br />

$45 members, $65 non-members.<br />

W<strong>at</strong>er Wishes<br />

Camp Code: BL4<br />

Monday, July 8 – Thursday, July 11<br />

W<strong>at</strong>er is important to all living things.<br />

We will explore around the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong>,<br />

learn how animals and plants use w<strong>at</strong>er, and<br />

discover wh<strong>at</strong> animals and plants live in it.<br />

$60 members, $80 non-members.<br />

Crawling Critters<br />

Camp Code: BL5<br />

Monday, July 15 – Thursday, July 18<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> kind of critters will we find creeping and<br />

crawling outside? Where will we find them?<br />

How can we tell where they have been even<br />

if we don’t see them? $60 members, $80 nonmembers.<br />

*BIG/little is a 4-day camp week. In case of<br />

inclement we<strong>at</strong>her, camp will be held indoors.<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Story Time<br />

Age: 2½ years to 7 years with an adult • 10 to 11 am<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Story Time is filled with books, a craft, and hike rel<strong>at</strong>ed to the theme<br />

of the day. Space is limited, so please pre-register <strong>at</strong> www.shakerlakes.org.<br />

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Sunshine & Rain<br />

Camp Code: NST6<br />

Monday, July 22<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> will the we<strong>at</strong>her be like today? Either<br />

way we will discover the importance of both<br />

the sun and the rain! $6 members, $8 nonmembers.<br />

You Live Where?<br />

Camp Code: NST7<br />

Monday, July 29<br />

Each animal makes their home in different<br />

ways and places. How many will we find and<br />

where will we find them? $6 members, $8<br />

non-members.<br />

Butterflies & Blooms<br />

Camp Code: NST8<br />

Monday, August 5<br />

Flowers are blooming and butterflies are all<br />

aflutter! We will explore and learn about<br />

these colorful beauties. $6 members, $8 nonmembers.<br />

Splish Splash<br />

Camp Code: NST9<br />

Monday, August 12<br />

Let’s take a walk on the wet side. Wh<strong>at</strong> friends<br />

live in the w<strong>at</strong>er and where does the w<strong>at</strong>er go?<br />

$6 members, $8 non-members.


<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Nursery*<br />

Age: 3½ to 4½ years • 9 am to noon<br />

Bring a backpack, w<strong>at</strong>er bottle, a change of clothes and<br />

lunch in a reusable container each day.<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Detectives<br />

Camp Code: NN1<br />

Monday, June 17 – Thursday, June 20<br />

We’ll use our eye-spy skills and five senses to<br />

uncover n<strong>at</strong>ure’s mysteries. $105 members,<br />

$125 non-members.<br />

Beautiful Birds<br />

Camp Code: NN2<br />

Monday, June 24 – Thursday, June 27<br />

Fe<strong>at</strong>hers, beaks, wings, and hollow bones -<br />

come look for birds and learn wh<strong>at</strong> makes<br />

them special. $105 members, $125 nonmembers.<br />

3-Day Sampler Camp<br />

Camp Code: NN3<br />

Monday, July 1 – Wednesday, July 3<br />

Learn something new each day of camp!<br />

Monday – <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Music & Art: Have fun<br />

cre<strong>at</strong>ing art and music with found objects.<br />

Tuesday – Treasure Hunt: Wh<strong>at</strong> will we<br />

find on a treasure hunt today?<br />

Wednesday – Amazing Adapt<strong>at</strong>ions:<br />

Explore the body parts or behaviors th<strong>at</strong> help<br />

living things survive. $80 members, $100<br />

non-members.<br />

ABCs & 123s<br />

Camp Code: NN4<br />

Monday, July 8 – Thursday, July 11<br />

How can n<strong>at</strong>ure help us practice our letters<br />

and numbers? How<br />

many squirrels s can we<br />

find? Wh<strong>at</strong> else starts ts with the letter er “S”?<br />

$105 members, $125 non-members.<br />

Incredible Insects<br />

Camp Code: NN5<br />

Monday, July 15 – Thursday, July 18<br />

Search for bugs th<strong>at</strong> spit, leap, fly, and march<br />

while exploring the trails. $105 members,<br />

$125 non-members.<br />

Homes & Habit<strong>at</strong>s<br />

Camp Code: NN6<br />

Monday, July 22 – Thursday, July 25<br />

The forest, wetlands, and field are different<br />

habit<strong>at</strong>s found <strong>at</strong> the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong>. Find<br />

out wh<strong>at</strong> animals and plants need in order to<br />

call a habit<strong>at</strong> a home. $105 members, $125<br />

non-members.<br />

Tree-mendous Fun<br />

Camp Code: NN7<br />

Monday, July 29 – Thursday, August 1<br />

Learn wh<strong>at</strong> it might be like to be a tree. Find<br />

out who lives in your trees and wh<strong>at</strong> gifts<br />

trees give us each day. $105 members, $125<br />

non-members.<br />

Wild About W<strong>at</strong>er<br />

Camp Code: NN8<br />

Monday, August 5 – Thursday, August 8<br />

Everything needs w<strong>at</strong>er, so let’s jump in and<br />

find where it is and wh<strong>at</strong>’s in the w<strong>at</strong>er. $105<br />

members, $125 non-members.<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong>’s Kaleidoscope<br />

Camp Code: NN9<br />

Monday, August 12 – Thursday, August 15<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> colors, shapes, and p<strong>at</strong>terns will we find<br />

and cre<strong>at</strong>e each day as we explore around the<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong>? $105 members, $125 nonmembers.<br />

* <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Nursery is a 4-day camp week<br />

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Squirrel Scouts<br />

Grade: Entering Kindergarten<br />

Half Day: 9 am to noon • Full Day: 9 am to 3 pm<br />

Bring a backpack, w<strong>at</strong>er bottle and change of clothes each day.<br />

Full day children should bring a lunch in a reusable bag each day.<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> Habit<strong>at</strong> Is Th<strong>at</strong>?<br />

Camp Code: SS1-H<br />

Camp Code: SS1-F<br />

Monday, June 17 – Friday, June 21<br />

Let’s explore the habit<strong>at</strong>s in and around the<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong>. We will discover the animals<br />

and plants in each habit<strong>at</strong> and wh<strong>at</strong> all living<br />

things need to survive.<br />

Half Day: $105 members, $125 non-members.<br />

Full Day: $195 members, $215 non-members.<br />

Marvelous Mammals<br />

Camp Code: SS2-H<br />

Camp Code: SS2-F<br />

Monday, June 24 – Friday, June 28<br />

How can you tell if an animal is a mammal?<br />

We will figure out wh<strong>at</strong> fe<strong>at</strong>ures all mammals<br />

have and be on the lookout for some of our<br />

warm-blooded friends.<br />

Half Day: $105 members, $125 non-members.<br />

Full Day: $195 members, $215 non-members.<br />

Can You Dig It?<br />

Camp Code: SS4-H<br />

Camp Code: SS4-F<br />

Monday, July 8 – Friday, July 12<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> kind of critters live in the soil and under<br />

rocks? Are all soils and rocks the same? We will<br />

certainly get dirty as we dig into the ground and<br />

explore the hidden world bene<strong>at</strong>h our feet.<br />

Half Day: $105 members, $125 non-members.<br />

Full Day: $195 members, $215 non-members.<br />

W<strong>at</strong>er Wonders<br />

Camp Code: SS5-H<br />

Camp Code: SS5-F<br />

Monday, July 15 – Friday, July 19<br />

Splish splash as we have fun and experiment<br />

with w<strong>at</strong>er from the Doan Brook. Who needs<br />

w<strong>at</strong>er? Is all w<strong>at</strong>er the same? Come discover<br />

the answers!<br />

Half Day: $105 members, $125 non-members.<br />

Full Day: $195 members, $215 non-members.<br />

3-Day Sampler Camp<br />

Camp Code: SS3-H<br />

Camp Code: SS3-F<br />

Monday, July 1 – Wednesday, July 3<br />

Learn something new each day of camp!<br />

Monday – <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Music & Art: Have fun<br />

cre<strong>at</strong>ing art and music with found objects.<br />

Tuesday – Treasure Hunt: Wh<strong>at</strong> will we<br />

find on a treasure hunt today?<br />

Wednesday – Amazing Adapt<strong>at</strong>ions:<br />

Explore the body parts or behaviors th<strong>at</strong> help<br />

living things survive.<br />

Half Day: $65 members, $85 non-members.<br />

Full Day: $120 members, $140 non-members.<br />

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Squirrel Scouts<br />

(continued)<br />

Fun in the Forest<br />

Camp Code: SS6-H<br />

Camp Code: SS6-F<br />

Monday, July 22 – Friday, July 26<br />

Forests are important, providing food and<br />

shelter to many animals, including people!<br />

We will explore all the layers of the forest to<br />

discover wh<strong>at</strong> makes a forest habit<strong>at</strong> so special.<br />

Half Day: $105 members, $125 non-members.<br />

Full Day: $195 members, $215 non-members.<br />

Polliwogs and Pupas<br />

Camp Code: SS7-H<br />

Camp Code: SS7-F<br />

Monday, July 29 – Friday, August 2<br />

When some living things are born, they look<br />

completely different from the adult versions<br />

they eventually grow up to be. Come discover<br />

the unique lifecycles of some of the animals<br />

around the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong>.<br />

Half Day: $105 members, $125 non-members.<br />

Full Day: $195 members, $215 non-members.<br />

Summer Scientists<br />

Camp Code: SS8-H<br />

Camp Code: SS8-F<br />

Monday, August 5 – Friday, August 9<br />

Have fun being a scientist! Wh<strong>at</strong> happens if<br />

you dig a hole and pour w<strong>at</strong>er into it? If you<br />

throw something in the w<strong>at</strong>er, will it flo<strong>at</strong> or<br />

sink? We will perform experiments to answer<br />

questions like these.<br />

Half Day: $105 members, $125 non-members.<br />

Full Day: $195 members, $215 non-members.<br />

Flower Power<br />

Camp Code: SS9-H<br />

Camp Code: SS9-F<br />

Monday, August 12 – Thursday, August 15<br />

(No camp Friday, August 16)<br />

How many pollin<strong>at</strong>ors can you find? Life in<br />

and around flowers will take us on an adventure<br />

to find colorfully camouflaged insects.<br />

Half Day: $85 members, $105 non-members.<br />

Full Day: $160 members, $180 non-members.<br />

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<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong>’s Lifeguards<br />

Grade: Entering Grades 1 or 2 • 9 am to 3 pm<br />

Bring a backpack, w<strong>at</strong>er bottle, change of clothes and<br />

lunch in a reusable container each day.<br />

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Fe<strong>at</strong>hered Friends<br />

Camp Code: NL1<br />

Monday, June 17 – Friday, June 21<br />

Be inspired and entertained by the endless<br />

unique characteristics of our beautiful birds,<br />

including fe<strong>at</strong>hers, beaks, wings, and hollow<br />

bones. $215 members, $235 non-members.<br />

Hunters & The Hunted*<br />

Camp Code: NL2<br />

Monday, June 24 – Friday, June 28<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> is a food chain? Who e<strong>at</strong>s wh<strong>at</strong> out in<br />

the wild? We will explore different pred<strong>at</strong>orprey<br />

rel<strong>at</strong>ionships through games, stories, and<br />

activities. $215 members, $235 non-members.<br />

3-Day Sampler Camp<br />

Camp Code: NL3<br />

Monday, July 1 – Wednesday, July 3<br />

Learn something new each day of camp!<br />

Monday – <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Music & Art: Have fun<br />

cre<strong>at</strong>ing art and music with found objects.<br />

Tuesday – Treasure Hunt: Cre<strong>at</strong>e a map<br />

th<strong>at</strong> leads to hidden treasure.<br />

Wednesday – Amazing Adapt<strong>at</strong>ions:<br />

Explore the body parts or behaviors th<strong>at</strong> help<br />

living things survive. $130 members, $150<br />

non-members.<br />

Pioneer Pastimes*<br />

Camp Code: NL4<br />

Monday, July 8 – Friday, July 12<br />

Experience life as a pioneer child as you mix<br />

work and play. Learn how to live off the land<br />

and make your own butter and candles. $215<br />

members, $235 non-members.<br />

* Includes a visit to the <strong>Shaker</strong><br />

Historical Society as part of our<br />

volunteer garden project.<br />

www.shakerhistoricalsociety.org<br />

Eco Experiments<br />

Camp Code: NL5<br />

Monday, July 15 – Friday, July 19<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> moves faster, an earthworm or a snail?<br />

How can we cre<strong>at</strong>e our own crystals? Think<br />

like a scientist as we make predictions and<br />

perform experiments. $215 members,<br />

$235 non-members.<br />

Magical Metamorphosis*<br />

Camp Code: NL6<br />

Monday, July 22 – Friday, July 26<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> do frogs, butterflies, and dragonflies<br />

have in common? They all go through<br />

metamorphosis! We will discover how<br />

different these animals look throughout their<br />

lifecycles. $215 members, $235 non-members.<br />

W<strong>at</strong>er Works<br />

Camp Code: NL7<br />

Monday, July 29 – Friday, August 2<br />

Have fun getting wet and learning about how<br />

the w<strong>at</strong>er cycle works. How fast does the<br />

Doan Brook flow and where does it go? $215<br />

members, $235 non-members.<br />

Power of Plants*<br />

Camp Code: NL8<br />

Monday, August 5 – Friday, August 9<br />

We’ll collect and identify plants from around<br />

the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, learn why plants are so<br />

important and try to grow some of our own.<br />

$215 members, $235 non-members.<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong>piece The<strong>at</strong>re<br />

Camp Code: NL9<br />

Monday, August 12 – Thursday, August 15<br />

(No camp Friday, August 16)<br />

We will embark on a the<strong>at</strong>rical adventure as<br />

campers cre<strong>at</strong>e costumes, choose loc<strong>at</strong>ions,<br />

and props to perform n<strong>at</strong>ure-inspired skits<br />

<strong>at</strong> the end of the week! $175 members, $195<br />

non-members.


<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong>’s Explorers<br />

Grade: Entering Grades 3 through 5 • 9 am to 3 pm<br />

Campers travel by van to off-site loc<strong>at</strong>ions two days each week.<br />

Bring a backpack, w<strong>at</strong>er bottle, change of clothes and lunch in a<br />

reusable container each day.<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Photo Journaling*<br />

Camp Code: NE1<br />

Monday, June 17 – Friday, June 21<br />

Field trips: Wednesday & Thursday<br />

Scientists journal d<strong>at</strong>a and observ<strong>at</strong>ions while<br />

photographers journal through their pictures.<br />

Each day we will explore a different aspect of<br />

photography and journaling. $250 members,<br />

$270 non-members.(includes up to 50 printed<br />

pictures and journal supplies)<br />

Geology Rocks<br />

Camp Code: NE2<br />

Monday, June 24 – Friday, June 28<br />

Field trips: Thursday & Friday<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> do Sharon Conglomer<strong>at</strong>e, Euclid<br />

Bluestone, and Berea Sandstone all have in<br />

common? They are rock form<strong>at</strong>ions found<br />

around the Cleveland area. We will visit<br />

Hinckley and Euclid Creek Reserv<strong>at</strong>ions<br />

in search of these rocks and experience<br />

indoor rock climbing <strong>at</strong> the Cleveland Rock<br />

Gym. $260 members, $280 non-members.<br />

(includes climbing fee and gear rental)<br />

3-Day Sampler Camp<br />

Camp Code: NE3<br />

Monday, July 1 – Wednesday, July 3<br />

Field Trips: Tuesday & Wednesday<br />

Learn something new each day of the week!<br />

Monday – <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Music & Art: Have fun<br />

cre<strong>at</strong>ing art and music with found objects.<br />

Tuesday – Treasure Hunt: Geocaching is a<br />

modern-day treasure hunt using GPS units.<br />

Wednesday – Amazing Adapt<strong>at</strong>ions: Wh<strong>at</strong><br />

adapt<strong>at</strong>ions can we find in n<strong>at</strong>ure th<strong>at</strong> can be<br />

used in our everyday lives? $150 members,<br />

$170 non-members.<br />

Gre<strong>at</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> Gre<strong>at</strong> Shores*<br />

Camp Code: NE4<br />

Monday, July 8 – Friday, July 12<br />

Field Trips: Tuesday & Wednesday<br />

B<strong>at</strong>hing suits and w<strong>at</strong>er shoes are a must<br />

for this shoreline adventure as we visit<br />

Huntington Reserv<strong>at</strong>ion and Mentor<br />

Headlands. How does the w<strong>at</strong>er quality of<br />

the Doan Brook compare to the w<strong>at</strong>er quality<br />

of Lake Erie? $245 members, $265 nonmembers.<br />

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<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong>’s Explorers<br />

(continued)<br />

N<strong>at</strong>ive American Ways*<br />

Camp Code: NE5<br />

Monday, July 15 – Friday, July 19<br />

Field trips: Wednesday & Thursday<br />

Discover how N<strong>at</strong>ive Americans survived<br />

in Northeast Ohio. We’ll visit Akron<br />

Gorge Metropark where a group of N<strong>at</strong>ive<br />

Americans once lived and go kayaking along<br />

the Cuyahoga River. $260 members, $280<br />

non-members. (includes fee for kayak trip)<br />

Survival Skills*<br />

Camp Code: NE6<br />

Monday, July 22 – Friday, July 26<br />

Field trips: Thursday & Friday<br />

Improve your wilderness know-how<br />

through shelter building, fire building, and<br />

orienteering. We will also take a trip to<br />

On Target Outfitters to learn how to use a<br />

bow and arrow! $255 members, $275 nonmembers.<br />

(includes fee for archery lesson)<br />

It’s All Fun & Games<br />

Camp Code: NE7<br />

Monday, July 29 – Friday, August 2<br />

Field trips: Wednesday & Thursday.<br />

Campers will work together, use their<br />

imagin<strong>at</strong>ions, and challenge each other as<br />

they cre<strong>at</strong>e obstacle courses, perform team<br />

building activities, and bring popular games<br />

like Angry Birds to life using objects found in<br />

n<strong>at</strong>ure. $245 members, $265 non-members.<br />

Terrific Taxonomy<br />

Camp Code: NE8<br />

Monday, August 5 – Friday, August 9<br />

Field trips: Wednesday & Thursday.<br />

There are so many animals and plants to<br />

discover, but can we identify them by their<br />

names? Each day we will use different<br />

methods to identify trees, birds, animal tracks<br />

and skulls, as well as keep a log of wh<strong>at</strong> we<br />

find! $245 members, $265 non-members.<br />

Transforming Tomorrow<br />

Camp Code: NE9<br />

Monday, August 12 – Thursday, August 15<br />

(No camp Friday, August 16)<br />

Field trips: Wednesday & Thursday.<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> are some ways we can have a positive<br />

impact on our environment? This week we<br />

will explore different ways in which we can<br />

make our community and the world a better<br />

place, now and in the future. $195 members,<br />

$215 non-members.<br />

* Includes a visit to the Ruffing Montessori<br />

Rock Climbing wall<br />

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Eco-Rangers<br />

Age: 11 to 15 years • 9 am to 3 pm<br />

Eco-Rangers is a perfect fit for older campers who are looking for more in-depth adventure<br />

and activity. Campers travel by van to off-site loc<strong>at</strong>ions as indic<strong>at</strong>ed below. Bring a backpack,<br />

change of clothes, w<strong>at</strong>er bottle and lunch in a reusable container each day. A packing list will be<br />

provided for the overnight camping experiences.<br />

N<strong>at</strong>uralist in Training<br />

Camp Code: ER2<br />

Monday, June 24 – Friday, June 28<br />

Field trips: Tuesday & Wednesday<br />

(No overnight)<br />

Do you love being outdoors, learning about<br />

n<strong>at</strong>ure, and working with children? Then you<br />

sound like a future N<strong>at</strong>uralist! This week you<br />

will gain knowledge about the flora and fauna<br />

surrounding the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> and how to<br />

rel<strong>at</strong>e th<strong>at</strong> knowledge to the younger campers.<br />

As part of this program you will receive<br />

First Aid and CPR training and certific<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />

N<strong>at</strong>uralists in Training will also have the<br />

opportunity to assist with our younger camp<br />

groups, as well as, explore other n<strong>at</strong>ural areas<br />

when we go on our field trips. $285 members,<br />

$305 non-members. (includes First Aid/CPR<br />

certific<strong>at</strong>ion and rock climbing <strong>at</strong> Ruffing<br />

Montessori)<br />

Climbing to New Heights!<br />

Camp Code: ER4<br />

Monday, July 8 – Friday, July 12<br />

Offsite & camping: Thursday & Friday<br />

Do you like to rock climb and hike? If so,<br />

then this is the camp for you. Not only will<br />

we spend time hiking in the Doan Brook<br />

Gorge and practice our bouldering skills, but<br />

part of our adventures will take us climbing<br />

indoor <strong>at</strong> the Cleveland Rock Gym and<br />

outdoors within the Hinckley Reserv<strong>at</strong>ion<br />

(led by the Cleveland Rock Gym). Learn<br />

the basics of tent camping including setting<br />

up a tent, cooking on a dual burner camp<br />

stove and building a campfire, all within the<br />

guidelines set by the N<strong>at</strong>ional Parks. We’ll<br />

camp <strong>at</strong> Willow Lake Park campground close<br />

to Hinckley Reserv<strong>at</strong>ion on Thursday night.<br />

Thursday dinner, Friday breakfast and lunch<br />

are provided. $360 members $380, nonmembers<br />

(includes climbing fees and gear<br />

rental).<br />

Hocking Hills <strong>Adventure</strong><br />

Camp Code: ER6<br />

Monday, July 22 – Friday, July 26<br />

Offsite & camping: Thursday & Friday<br />

(campers return <strong>at</strong> 8 pm, Friday)<br />

This week will be an adventure to remember<br />

as we explore the amazing Hocking Hills<br />

area in Southeastern Ohio. On Monday,<br />

Tuesday and Wednesday we will prepare<br />

for our trip and work on team building<br />

activities. Thursday we will travel and set up<br />

camp for one night <strong>at</strong> Hocking Hills St<strong>at</strong>e<br />

Park in Logan, Ohio. Campers will learn (or<br />

reinforce) the basics of tent camping including<br />

setting up a tent, cooking on a dual burner<br />

camp stove and building a campfire, all within<br />

the guidelines set by the N<strong>at</strong>ional Parks.<br />

During our two-day stay we will discover<br />

the wondrous caves, w<strong>at</strong>erfalls, and rock<br />

form<strong>at</strong>ions throughout Hocking Hills and<br />

will get a bird’s eye view of it all as we go on a<br />

zipline adventure with Hocking Hills Canopy<br />

Tours. Thursday dinner through Friday<br />

dinner are provided. $400 members, $420<br />

non-members (includes zipline canopy tour).<br />

General Inform<strong>at</strong>ion For<br />

Overnight <strong>Camps</strong><br />

• NCSL trip leaders are First Aid & CPR<br />

certified.<br />

• NCSL provides tents, cooking gear and all<br />

food.<br />

• Equipment, such as sleeping bags and<br />

backpacks, are provided by the camper.<br />

• Sleeping bags, ground pads and backpacks<br />

are available to rent for a nominal fee on a<br />

first-come, first-served basis.<br />

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New! Family Camping Fun<br />

Camp Code: FC10<br />

Monday, August 19 – Wednesday,<br />

August 21<br />

Have you ever wanted to experience a family<br />

camping trip, but weren’t sure how to set<br />

up a tent, cook on a camp stove, or build<br />

a campfire? Then join the Environmental<br />

Educ<strong>at</strong>ors from the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> for two<br />

nights of family camping fun <strong>at</strong> Presque<br />

Isle in Erie, PA. We will provide you with<br />

a packing list of wh<strong>at</strong> to bring as well as an<br />

itinerary for each day. Once we set up camp,<br />

families will have the opportunity to explore<br />

the campgrounds and surrounding area on<br />

their own or particip<strong>at</strong>e in guided hikes and<br />

activities with NCSL staff before we all meet<br />

back <strong>at</strong> the camp site to prepare for dinner<br />

and evening activities each night.<br />

Check back with the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> this<br />

spring for more details about our Family<br />

Camping Fun <strong>Adventure</strong> as well as pricing<br />

and registr<strong>at</strong>ion inform<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />

Want to learn more about camping before<br />

the big trip? Register for our Family<br />

Camping Workshop on S<strong>at</strong>urday, May 18<br />

from 10 am to noon <strong>at</strong> www.shakerlakes.org<br />

or contact the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> <strong>at</strong> (216) 321-<br />

5935, ext. 226.<br />

Are you a member of<br />

the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong>?<br />

Members of the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Shaker</strong><br />

<strong>Lakes</strong> make it possible for us to do wh<strong>at</strong> we<br />

do! In addition to the benefits you’ll receive<br />

as a member, your contribution helps us:<br />

• Keep our doors open to the public, and our<br />

trails free and accessible to all<br />

• Conserve the n<strong>at</strong>ural environment of the<br />

parklands<br />

• Provide environmental educ<strong>at</strong>ion classes,<br />

camps, and workshops for people of all ages<br />

Your Household membership comes<br />

with the following benefits:<br />

• Early registr<strong>at</strong>ion and discounted prices for<br />

all sessions of <strong>Outdoor</strong> <strong>Adventure</strong> <strong>Camps</strong><br />

• <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> decal<br />

• Free admission to particip<strong>at</strong>ing n<strong>at</strong>ure centers<br />

in the US<br />

• Discounted member price to programs and<br />

workshops<br />

• 10% discount on building rentals<br />

• 10% discount in the Duck Pond gift shop<br />

• Discounted ticket prices for programs and<br />

events extended to all members of the<br />

immedi<strong>at</strong>e household<br />

• $25 discount for B’Earthday Parties<br />

And the knowledge th<strong>at</strong> you support<br />

this beautiful green oasis, right here<br />

in your backyard!<br />

Join or renew your membership<br />

when you register for camp!<br />

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General Inform<strong>at</strong>ion<br />

Financial Aid<br />

Financial aid packages are available. Need-based financial aid covers 25-75% of the cost of one week<br />

of camp. Visit www.shakerlakes.org or call (216) 321-5935 for more inform<strong>at</strong>ion and applic<strong>at</strong>ion<br />

m<strong>at</strong>erials. Applic<strong>at</strong>ions are due April 1, <strong>2013</strong>. Award recipients will be notified in early May.<br />

Policies And Frequently Asked Questions<br />

• Full payment is due <strong>at</strong> time of registr<strong>at</strong>ion. Member registr<strong>at</strong>ion begins Monday, January 14, <strong>2013</strong>.<br />

Non-member registr<strong>at</strong>ion begins Monday, January 28, <strong>2013</strong>.<br />

• Space is limited, please register early. Each camp typically has a maximum of 12 campers per<br />

session. Eco-Rangers and BIG/little have a maximum of 10 campers per session.<br />

• Registered campers receive a confirm<strong>at</strong>ion letter and medical form via mail and/or email before<br />

camp starts. Medical form must be completed before or on the first day of camp. Forms are also<br />

available on-line.<br />

• Early-Bird Discount — Register before March 1, <strong>2013</strong> to receive $5 off per week of camp.<br />

• Sibling Discount — $5 off for each additional child registered <strong>at</strong> the same time.<br />

• Cancell<strong>at</strong>ion Policy —Cancell<strong>at</strong>ions made before June 1, <strong>2013</strong> will be refunded (minus a $50<br />

processing fee per week). Camp fee may be forfeited if cancell<strong>at</strong>ion is not made by June 1, <strong>2013</strong>.<br />

The <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> reserves the right to cancel a class if enrollment is low, in which case you will<br />

receive a full refund. Camp cancell<strong>at</strong>ions are determined two weeks before the start d<strong>at</strong>e of each<br />

individual camp week.<br />

• Switching sessions will incur a $25 change fee.<br />

• To ensure a safe camp environment, the classroom entrance remains locked. Doors open five<br />

minutes before camp begins and ends.<br />

• The <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> reserves the right to refuse or discontinue an individual’s particip<strong>at</strong>ion if his or<br />

her welfare or the welfare of others is in jeopardy.<br />

• Each camp has one n<strong>at</strong>uralist and <strong>at</strong> least one teen volunteer. To receive more inform<strong>at</strong>ion about<br />

volunteering, contact Jessica Brand, Volunteer Coordin<strong>at</strong>or <strong>at</strong> (216) 321-5935, ext 237.<br />

• All campers receive one T-shirt and a camp photo. Please select desired shirt size when registering<br />

your child.<br />

• Field trip loc<strong>at</strong>ions are subject to change.<br />

• Full-day campers must bring a reusable w<strong>at</strong>er bottle, lunch in a reusable container and backpack as<br />

access to trash cans and drinking fountains are limited during hikes.<br />

• Membership – if you are not already a member of the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, please consider joining. The<br />

member discount for three camp sessions nearly pays for a full-year family membership. To learn<br />

more, call Jessica Quittenton, Membership and Annual Fund Manager <strong>at</strong> (216) 321-5935, ext. 232.<br />

Sponsored by:<br />

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July 1 – 3<br />

no camp<br />

July 4 & 5<br />

July 8 – 12 July 15 – 19 July 22 – 26 July 29 – August 2 August 5 – 9<br />

Sunshine & Rain<br />

NST6<br />

You Live<br />

Where?<br />

NST7<br />

Butterflies &<br />

Blooms<br />

NST8<br />

August 12 – 15<br />

no camp<br />

August 16<br />

Splish Splash<br />

NST9<br />

14<br />

June 17 – 21 June 24 – 28<br />

Super Senses<br />

BL3<br />

W<strong>at</strong>er Wishes<br />

BL4<br />

Crawling<br />

Critters<br />

BL5<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong><br />

Story Tme<br />

Page 4<br />

Rainbow<br />

<strong>Adventure</strong>s<br />

BL2<br />

Where the Wild<br />

Things Are<br />

BL1<br />

3-Day Sampler<br />

NN3<br />

ABCs and 123s<br />

NN4<br />

Incredible<br />

Insects<br />

NN5<br />

Homes &<br />

Habit<strong>at</strong>s<br />

NN6<br />

Tree-mendous<br />

Fun<br />

NN7<br />

Wild About<br />

W<strong>at</strong>er<br />

NN8<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong>’s<br />

Kaleidoscope<br />

NN9<br />

BIG/litte<br />

Page 4<br />

Beautiful Birds<br />

NN2<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong><br />

Detectives<br />

NN1<br />

3-Day Sampler<br />

SS3-H SS3-F<br />

Can You Dig It?<br />

SS4-H SS4-F<br />

W<strong>at</strong>er Wonders<br />

SS5-H SS5-F<br />

Fun in the<br />

Forest<br />

SS6-H SS6-F<br />

Polliwogs and<br />

Pupas<br />

SS7-H SS7-F<br />

Summer<br />

Scientists<br />

SS8-H SS8-F<br />

Flower Power<br />

SS9-H SS9-F<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Nursery<br />

Page 5<br />

Marvelous<br />

Mammals<br />

SS2-H SS2-F<br />

Wh<strong>at</strong> Habit<strong>at</strong> is<br />

Th<strong>at</strong>?<br />

SS1-H SS1-F<br />

3-Day Sampler<br />

NL3<br />

Pioneer<br />

Pastimes<br />

NL4<br />

Eco Experiments<br />

NL5<br />

Magical<br />

Metamorphosis<br />

NL6<br />

W<strong>at</strong>er Works<br />

NL7<br />

Power of Plants<br />

NL8<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong>piece<br />

The<strong>at</strong>re<br />

NL9<br />

Squirrel Scouts<br />

Page 6<br />

Hunters & the<br />

Hunted<br />

NL2<br />

Fe<strong>at</strong>hered<br />

Friends<br />

NL1<br />

3-Day Sampler<br />

NE3<br />

Gre<strong>at</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong><br />

Gre<strong>at</strong> Shores<br />

NE4<br />

N<strong>at</strong>ive<br />

American Ways<br />

NE5<br />

Survival Skills<br />

NE6<br />

It’s All Fun &<br />

Games<br />

NE7<br />

Terrific<br />

Taxonomy<br />

NE8<br />

Transforming<br />

Tomorrow<br />

NE9<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong>’s<br />

Lifeguards<br />

Page 8<br />

Geology Rocks<br />

NE2<br />

<strong>Camps</strong>-<strong>at</strong>-a-Glance<br />

Climbing to<br />

New Heights!<br />

ER4<br />

Hocking Hills<br />

<strong>Adventure</strong><br />

ER6<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> Photo<br />

Journaling<br />

NE1<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong>’s<br />

Explorers<br />

Page 9<br />

N<strong>at</strong>uralist in<br />

Training<br />

ER2<br />

Eco-Rangers<br />

Page 11<br />

Family Camping Fun<br />

August 19- 21<br />

See page 12 for more details!<br />

New!


<strong>2013</strong> <strong>Outdoor</strong> <strong>Adventure</strong> Camp Registr<strong>at</strong>ion<br />

Return completed form to: <strong>Outdoor</strong> <strong>Adventure</strong> Camp<br />

<strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Shaker</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong><br />

2600 South Park Boulevard<br />

Cleveland, OH 44120<br />

Fax (216) 321-1869<br />

Registr<strong>at</strong>ion D<strong>at</strong>es: Members — January 14<br />

Non-members — January 28<br />

Early Bird Registr<strong>at</strong>ion closes March 1, <strong>2013</strong><br />

New! Register online! Visit www.shakerlakes.org<br />

For office use<br />

DATE<br />

ENTERED<br />

INITIALS<br />

Please complete a separ<strong>at</strong>e registr<strong>at</strong>ion form for each child you are registering.<br />

Please use Camp Code<br />

when registering child<br />

Camp Code Total<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Parent’s Name<br />

________________________________________________________________ / _______________<br />

Child’s Name (Include nickname) DOB<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Address<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________<br />

City St<strong>at</strong>e Zip<br />

___________________________________________ | ____________________________________<br />

Phone (day) (cell)<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________<br />

E-mail Please add me to your email list. For camp communic<strong>at</strong>ion use only.<br />

How did you hear about the camp? Member <strong>Shaker</strong> Life Facebook Other ____________<br />

Are you a <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> Member? (Members receive discount and advance registr<strong>at</strong>ion) Yes No<br />

Check enclosed (made payable to the <strong>N<strong>at</strong>ure</strong> <strong>Center</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Shaker</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong>) Check No. ______________<br />

Week 1: June 17-21<br />

Week 2: June 24-28<br />

Week 3: July 1-3<br />

Week 4: July 8-12<br />

Week 5: July 15-19<br />

Week 6: July 22-26<br />

Week 7: July 29-August 2<br />

Week 8: August 5-9<br />

Week 9: August 12-15<br />

Subtotal Camp Fees<br />

Early Bird: Enroll by 3/1/13 for $5 off each week —<br />

Sibling Discount: $5 off for each additional child —<br />

Less Discounts<br />

Renew New Membership $65 $100<br />

Please charge my:<br />

Visa<br />

MasterCard<br />

AMEX<br />

__________________________________________________________________<br />

Please print name on card Sign<strong>at</strong>ure<br />

__________________________________________________________________<br />

Account Number Expir<strong>at</strong>ion<br />

Total Amount<br />

Camp T-shirts (choose one)<br />

Youth Size: XS S M L Adult Size: S M L


2600 South Park Boulevard<br />

Cleveland, Ohio 44120<br />

New! Register online <strong>at</strong><br />

www.shakerlakes.org<br />

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U.S. Postage<br />

PAID<br />

Permit No. 4010<br />

Cleveland, OH

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