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Knee-high Naturalists

Wildlife Homes Safari

Adults, join your preschooler as they discover the wonder of nature. Share their wide-eyed amazement and explore the places where animals make their homes. Each session may include nature activities, exploration, a story and crafts for you and your child to do together.

Monday - Friday: 9:10am-10:30am

Cost per session:

Resident:
  • $ 55 per adult/child pair
  • $ 27 per add'l child, limit 2 children per adult

    • *For July 5–8 session
  • $ 44 per child
  • $ 22 per add'l child, limit 2 children per adult


Nonresident:
  • $ 77 per adult/child pair
  • $ 38 per add'l child, limit 2 children per adult

    • *For July 5–8 session
  • $ 62 per child
  • $30 per add'l child, limit 2 children per adult

Sessions: Ages 4 to 5 with an adult

Register online: Click on selected session number to begin the online registration process.
Session 2123: Independence Grove June 13 – 17  
Session 2126: Nippersink June 20 – 24  
Session 2124: Independence Grove June 27 – July 1  
Session 2125: Independence Grove July 5 – July 8* *No class on July 4
Session 2127: Heron Creek and Buffalo Creek July 11 – 15  
Session 2128: Greenbelt July 11 – 15  
Session 2129: Van Patten Woods July 18 – 22
Session 2130: Lakewood August 1 – 5
Session 2131: Ryerson and Wright Woods August 8 –12
See Camp itinerary (PDF).

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All our camps are accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA).
"This Forest Preserve Summer Camp was a delight. The activities were fun and educational. Even mom and dad learned a lot. Thanks so much." — KNEE-HIGH NATURALIST PARENT