🌞 Summer Camps at Hidden Valley Forest School
Ages 5–10 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Optional pickup at 2:00 PM | Max 12 campers per week
Tuition: $175/week (includes registration fee)
Location: Just minutes from downtown Crozet!
This summer, give your child the gift of nature, curiosity, and joyful discovery at Hidden Valley Forest School! Our small-group, outdoor summer camps are the perfect place for children to explore the woods, play imaginative games, splash in the creek, and create meaningful connections—with each other and the natural world. Each week is guided by a unique theme and led by experienced, nurturing educators. We spend most of the day outside, with a break indoors at noon for cooling off, crafts, and creative projects.
Only a few spots remain—see below for details!
🐛 Week 1: Metamorphosis – Magical Transformations
June 16–20 | Led by Ms. Jackie &
Ms. Bianca | FULL
From caterpillars turning into butterflies to tadpoles becoming frogs, nature is full of amazing transformations! Campers will dive into the magic and science of change through hands-on activities, nature stories, outdoor exploration, and art. A beautiful way to begin the summer season.
🤝 Week 2: Symbiosis – Interspecies Friendship
June 23–27 | Led by Ms. Jackie &
Ms. Bianca | 4 Spots Left
Explore the fascinating world of unlikely animal partnerships—like birds cleaning crocodile teeth or ants farming aphids! Kids will discover how different species work together to survive and thrive. This week features team-building games, nature hikes, animal observation, and storytelling centered on friendship and cooperation in the wild.
🌙 Week 3: Nocturnal Wonders – Marvels of the Dark
July 21–25 | Led by Ms. Bianca &
Mr. Kyle | 1 Spot Left
Who wakes up when the rest of the world goes to sleep? From owls and fireflies to bats and night-blooming flowers, this week explores the secret lives of nocturnal creatures. Children will enjoy shadowy forest games, sensory hikes, moon-inspired art, and learning about nighttime adaptations.
🏠 Week 4: Animal Homes – Nature’s Ingenuity
July 28–August 1 | Led by Ms. Bianca &
Mr. Kyle | 4 Spots Left
How do animals build homes in the wild? From bird nests to underground burrows, nature is full of brilliant design. Campers will investigate how animals create safe shelters and even build their own using natural materials. Expect nature engineering challenges, shelter scavenger hunts, and lots of creative play!
📝 Ready to Register?
Spots are limited!
Register HERE to sign up today or email bhagen@hiddenvalleyforestschool.com with questions.
We can't wait to welcome your child into the woods this summer! 🌳
