Baltimore Woods Nature Center is excited to announce the second year of summer programs for teens ages 13-14! Recognizing the need to continue the camp experience beyond our traditional summer day camp, we've put together some outstanding programs that will engage teens on multiple levels. Each week participants will engage in hands-on learning experiences that will challenge their minds, develop new skills, and dig deeper into nature conservation.

The camps will be led by our own Becky Lynch, a talented Naturalist and Educator, and rock star camp counselor. Teen Camp is limited to 12 participants per session. Sessions are themed, and campers can attend multiple sessions.

Teen Camp will run four sessions beginning in late July. Camp will begin daily at 10am and end at 3pm. Before and After Care are available, if needed. Cost is $140 per week, and a Baltimore Woods Nature Center membership at the Family level or above is required.

Session 1 – July 25 - 29, 2011

WaterWorlds

Dive deeper into the streams and ponds of Baltimore Woods! Campers will learn all about aquatic ecosystems while participating in a hands-on stream monitoring project. The information they gather during camp will be contributed to the Isaac Walton League's region-wide stream monitoring program. Campers will get wet!

Session 2 – August 1 - 5, 2011

OAMT! (Outdoor Adventures for the Modern Teen)

Learn the skills necessary to be a conservation-minded outdoor enthusiast in the 21^st century with GPS and orienteering skills, backcountry travel, gear selection and packing, and Leave No Trace outdoor ethics. Then put your skills to the test in the first ever Baltimore Woods Adventure Race!

Session 3 – August 8 - 12, 2011

Teen vs. Wild: Just out of the Cave

Ever wonder what it would take to truly live with the land? Follow in the footsteps of the great pioneers and voyageurs of old as you learn primitive survival skills, Native American and pioneer craft, lashing, tracking, fire building, campfire cooking, and more! Explore a time when living was not always easy, but there was no question that you were alive.

Session 4 – August 15 - 19, 2011

Teen vs. Wild: Part Deux

Delving deeper into the ways of the ancients, this second primitive week will hone your skills and test your limits. Put your opposable thumbs to the test, see if you have what it takes to challenge the wild.  This session is recommended for those that have already attended a Teen vs. Wild session.