riverbend nature center • summer camps 2014

River Bend Nature Center

Summer Camp2014

Register Online: www.rbnc.orgRegister By Phone: 507.332.7151

Register In Person: 1000 Rustad Rd, Faribault, MN

River Bend’s Summer Camps River Bend’s summer camps are directed by experienced environmental educators and staffed by trained, dedicated naturalists. Enrollments are kept low to ensure individual attention and to enhance each child’s experience. Sessions are designed using different themes so children can participate in multiple camps. Creative hands-on activities, games, and art are age-appropriate to encourage learning about nature while having fun. Our goal is to provide a safe,

nurturing experience.

River Bend Nature Center is a 743-acre nature and environmental learning center located in Faribault, Minnesota which is about 40 miles south of the Twin Cities metro area on I-35. We seek to help people of all ages discover and connect with the natural world so they will understand its value in their lives, and work to conserve the natural world for current and future generations. Our beautiful acreage contains diverse habitats including ponds, forest, restored prairie, sandstone quarries, and the Straight River, making for infinite possibilities for exploration. Our 10 miles of trails are open 365 days of the year for hikers, bikers, winter skiers, and those seeking a few moments away from the busy world. Our Interpretive Center in open weekdays and Saturdays and offers interactive displays, restrooms, information, outdoor equipment rentals, and a wildlife viewing area.

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Summer Campat River Bend Nature Center 2014

Goslings 3-4 Year Olds

* Half-Day Camps *

Eric Carle Camp P Our daily adventure will begin with an Eric Carle story and a special critter that stars in that story! Snack provided.

SC14-GS1: June 24-27 Tues-Fri 9am-12pm

Wonders of Water This camp will be all about ponds, rivers, streams, and splashing! We will learn about some of the different and important plants and animals that call River Bend’s aquatic habitats home. Bring your boots or water shoes and prepare for some silly fun water adventures. Snack provided.

SC14-GS2: July 22-25 Tues-Fri 9am-12pm

Animal Adventures lCome discover reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and more! We’ll spend this camp meeting some interesting and friendly live animal ambassadors while also adventuring out into the nature area to find some critters in the wild. Snack provided.

SC14-GS3: August 5-8 Tues-Fri 9am-12pm

For Goslings camps: Children may attend on their own or be accompanied by an adult.

Children must be toilet trained.

Cost: $115 ($80 for River Bend members)

Puddle Jumpers 5-6 Year Olds

* Half-Day Camps *

Woodland Wanderers CThe woods of River Bend are full of adventure and mystery! Join us for an exciting exploration of how the woodland ecosystems work, including checking out birds, trees, decomposers, and lots of other forest life. Snack provided.

SC14-PJ1: June 24-27 Tues-Fri 9am-12pm

Fantastic Flyers MIn the summer there are so many critters flying around River Bend! Come explore and discover some of the fantastic flyers that call River Bend home. We will be looking at birds of all shapes and sizes as well as insects and even some unique mammals. Snack provided.

SC14-PJ2: July 22-25 Tues-Fri 9am-12pm

Investigating Insects rInsects fly, crawl, scurry, jump, scuttle, and swim! From the prairie to the forest, down to the river, and into the wetlands, there are insects everywhere. During this camp we’ll be taking a closer look at the different insects that call River Bend home -- learning about the habitats they live in, what and who they eat, and some really special adaptations that bugs have. Snack provided.

SC14-PJ3: August 12-15 Tues-Fri 9am-12pm


Water Tigers 7-9 Year Olds

* Half-Day Camps *

Aerial Adventures qGet ready to take to the skies with River Bend because this camp is all about flying. Birds and insects make flying look easy, even reptiles and mammals have mastered the art of gliding, but how does it really work? Together we’ll investigate some professional fliers from eagles to bumblebees and see how they do it. We’ll even try our hand at building nature-inspired gliders. Snack provided.

SC14-WT1: June 24-27 Tues-Fri 9am-12pm


Caves are Cool gFrom crazy critters to dark cool tunnels, caves are super amazing! We will discover that caves are more than a place for just bears and bats by taking a tour of Minnesota’s longest cave, Mystery Cave, located in Preston, Minnesota. Join us for this adventure with unexpected turns and fun new discoveries. All activity fees included in registration. Snack provided.

SC14-WT2: July 8-11 Tues-Thurs 9am-12pm & Fri 9am-4pm


Who Calls It Home? LCome explore different animal homes and discover all of the places animals can live at River Bend. We will be looking under logs, in mud, in trees, and in burrows as well as learning about some exotic animal homes. You can expect to meet some of the animals as well as build your own animal home in this hands-on camp. Snack provided.

SC14-WT3: August 12-15 Tues-Fri 9am-12pm


Nature Explorers

* full-Day Camps *

Experiments, Explosions & Exploring D 10-12 Year OldsWhat could be more fun than a week full of exploding experiments, crazy science investigations AND exploring River Bend’s nature areas? In this experiment-filled camp, we’ll learn about the chemical reactions happening all around us. We’ll conduct indoor and outdoor chemistry experiments to discover that science is happening everywhere. Be prepared to learn about chemical reactions and phases of matter through mind boggling experiments that turn into tasty treats. Bring a lunch, snacks provided.

SC14-NE1: June 17-20 Tues-Fri 9am-4pm


All About ‘Ology j 10-12 Year OldsBi-OLOGY. Ornith-OLOGY. Herpet-OLOGY. This camp is all about the “‘ologies”! “Ology” means the scientific study of a particular subject and in this camp we’ll sample several different “ologies” through hands-on exploration including birds, reptiles & amphibians, insects, and rocks. Bring a lunch, snack provided.

SC14-NE2: July 15-18 Tues-Fri 9am-4pm


Park Explorers t 6-12 Year OldsMinnesota is full of excellent places to explore! This camp is all about discovering adventures in southern Minnesota. Each day we will hop in the River Bend van and reveal the excitement in our own backyard. We’ll meet native species at Oxbow Park, travel back in time at Farm America, canoe our local waters, and picnic by Hidden Falls in Nerstrand Big Woods. Bring a lunch, snacks provided. All activity fees included in registration.

SC14-NE3: July 29-August 1 Tues-Fri 9am-4pm


Outdoor Adventures Camps

* full-Day Camps *

Adventure is Out There! !New and improved for 2014! Be ready for action packed days of canoeing, rock climbing, fishing, geocaching, archery, and more! Which activity will be your favorite? This camp is staffed by experienced outdoor educators. Bring a lunch, snacks provided.

SC14-OAP1: 8-10 Year Olds June 10-13 Tues-Fri 9am-4pm

SC14-OAP2: 10-12 Year Olds July 8-11 Tues-Fri 9am-4pm

SC14-OAP3: 6-8 Year Olds August 5-8 Tues-Fri 9am-4pm


A Great Option for Busy Families!Early Drop-Offs & Late Pick-Ups

We offer early drop-offs and late pick-ups for those campers in any of our full-day camps. You may elect this option when you register.

Early drop-offs: 8-9am Late pick-ups: 4-5pm

Cost: $3 per early drop-off or late pick-up

* away Camps *Discover Minnesota S 12-14 Year OldsCome join us on this adventure to Blue Mounds State Park in southwestern Minnesota. We will explore all that this park has to offer including the wild bison herd, rock climbing, canoeing, and more. This camp will start at the Nature Center early Tuesday morning and we will head west! The group will arrive back at the Nature Center on Friday evening. Bring a lunch for Tuesday, the rest of the meals, all necessary equipment, and camping/activity fees are included in the price of the camp. Specific details available upon request.

SC14-AWY1: July 22-25 Overnight from Tues 9am to Fri 5pm


Wilderness Ways L 14-16 Year OldsGive backpacking a try this summer! This camp will explore the North Shore via the Superior Hiking Trail. We will be hiking a moderate distance each day and will explore the sights and sounds along the way. This camp will start at the Nature Center early Tuesday morning and we will head north! The group will arrive back at the Nature Center on Friday evening. Bring a lunch for Tuesday, the rest of the meals, all the necessary equipment, and outfitting fees are included in the price of the camp. Previous camping experience preferred. Specific details available upon request.

SC14-AWY2: August 19-22 Overnight from Tues 9am to Fri 5pm


Canoe Camp S 16-18 Year OldsThe call of the loons, great fishing, and amazing scenery, these are just a few of the things you can expect to experience on this Boundary Waters canoe trip! We will be paddling the scenic loop of lakes including Saganaga, Red Rock, Alpine, Sea Gull, and Gull. The portages are short and paddling distances moderate. This camp will start at the Nature Center early Monday morning and we will head north! The group will arrive back the Nature Center on Friday evening. Bring a lunch for Monday, the rest of the meals, all necessary equipment, and outfitting fees are included in the price of the camp. Previous camping experience helpful. Specific details available upon request.

SC14-AWY3: June 23-27 Overnight from Mon 9am to Fri 5pm


Camp Assistants 13-16 Year Olds

* Volunteer Camp *

a Partners Scholarship Program aRiver Bend Nature Center's Partners Scholarship Program is available for families

who want to attend our programs but cannot afford to pay the entire program fee. For families who qualify, the Partners Scholarship Program provides a 50% matching scholarship. As a partner, River Bend pays 1/2 of the program fee and the family pays the other 1/2 of the program fee. Scholarships are available for children ages 15 and

under. All scholarship requests are confidential and will be handled exclusively by River Bend Nature Center's staff.

For more information or an application form, please call us at 507.332.7151 or see visit our website at: www.rbnc.org/scholarship.

Interested in gaining experience working with young children? Join us for this camp and you’ll learn natural history, group management, programming, and much more. This camp is free in exchange for you committing one or more weeks of your time to be an assistant at our camps this summer. Please call 507.332.7151 for an application.

June 9-13 Mon-Fri 9am-12pm

Cost: Free with volunteering of time

C Summer Camp Schedule At A Glance CWeek of Camp Session Dates Times AgesJune 9th

C Camp Assistants - June 9-13 9am-12pm 13-16

C Adventure is Out There! SC14-OAP1 June 10-13 9am-4pm 8-10

June 16th

C Nature Explorers: Experiments, Explosions & Exploring

SC14-NE1 June 17-20 9am-4pm 10-12

June 23th

C Canoe Camp SC14-AWY3 June 23-27 M 9am-F 5pm 16-18

C Goslings: Eric Carle Camp SC14-GS1 June 24-27 9am-12pm 3-4

C Puddle Jumpers: Woodland Wanderers

SC14-PJ1 June 24-27 9am-12pm 5-6

C Water Tigers: Aerial Adventures SC14-WT1 June 24-27 9am-12pm 7-9

July 7th

C Water Tigers: Caves are Cool SC14-WT2 July 8-11 Tu-Th 9am-12pm; F 9am-4pm

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C Adventures is Out There! SC14-OAP2 July 8-11 9am-4pm 10-12

July 14th

C Nature Explorers: All About ‘Ology SC14-NE2 July 15-18 9am-4pm 10-12

July 21st

C Goslings: Wonders of Water SC14-GS2 July 22-25 9am-12pm 3-4

C Puddle Jumpers: Fantastic Flyers SC14-PJ2 July 22-25 9am-12pm 5-6

C Discover Minnesota SC14-AWY1 July 22-25 Tu 9am-F 5pm 12-14

July 28th

C Nature Explorers: Park Explorers SC14-NE3 Jul. 29-Aug. 1 9am-4pm 6-12

August 4th

C Goslings: Animal Adventures SC14-GS3 Aug. 5-8 9am-12pm 3-4

C Adventure is Out There! SC14-OAP3 Aug. 5-8 9am-4pm 6-8

August 11th

C Puddle Jumpers: Investigating Insects

SC14-PJ3 Aug. 12-15 9am-12pm 5-6

C Water Tigers: Who Calls it Home? SC14-WT3 Aug. 12-15 9am-12pm 7-9

August 18th

C Wilderness Ways SC14-AWY2 Aug. 19-22 Tu 9am-F 5pm 14-16

Check camp availability, see schedule, & register your child on our website at: www.rbnc.org/summercamp

Register online: www.rbnc.org • Register by phone: 507.332.7151Register in person: 1000 Rustad Rd, Faribault, during business hours

Or fill out the registration form below and mail it to us.

AccommodationsGiven the outdoor focus of our camp programs, participants are expected to be able to meet their own personal safety needs, be self-sufficient, and function and interact appropriately within a group setting to the extent that is appropriate for the ages specified in the program description. If this is not the case, please contact us for available accommodations.

Camp Cancellation PolicyRefund less a $20 fee will be given if the cancellation is more than fourteen (14) days prior to the camp start date. If less than fourteen days, refund less a $20 fee will be given only if we can fill the space. If we must cancel a camp session, you will receive a full refund.

Summer Campat River Bend Nature Center 2014

River Bend Nature Center Summer Camp Registration Form

Parent/Guardian Name(s) __________________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip ___________________________________________________________________

Email __________________________________________________________________________

Phone(s) _______________________________________________________________________

Are you a current River Bend member? Yes No If not, you may renew or join online or by phone to receive member pricing.

Is each child being registered physically able to participate in outdoor programs and able to meet their own safety needs? Yes No - Please contact us to discuss accommodations.

Child’s Name Please list preferred name

Age* Program Code Ex: SC14-WT1

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Full-Day Camps Only Early Drop-offs: Tu - W - Th - F x $3/day = $

Late Pick-ups: Tu - W - Th - F x $3/day = $* List child’s age at start of camp session. Total $

Mail completed registration form and payment to: River Bend Nature Center, PO Box 186, Faribault, MN 55021

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