A POLLINATOR NATURE CAMP FOR KIDS, K-4
GROW TOGETHER
Children will learn how interconnected we all are through life cycles, food chains, and our impact & dependence on the environment through nature-based activities/lessons. Children will also learn the importance of caring for others, the earth through gardening, and all living things through our “Take Two, Give One to a Family Caregiver” concept.
ENJOY NATURE ACTIVITIES, LEARNING IN OUR POLLINATOR GARDEN & OUR SPECIAL GUESTS: DEB EUTSLER, BEE KEEPER, MICHELLE MUTH, MUSIC THERAPIST & THE E.S.T.E.E.M. GROUP! SEE OUR LIVE BEEHIVES!
In keeping with our model of support here at Hope Grows, taking a break is not only wanted, but needed, in any area of our life. So, parents, consider taking a break while your child learns and has fun!
Join us for the Pollinator Family Nights at the Evening Garden Walks on June 15, July 20 & August 17. Information will be given at the camp regarding activities.
Check out the fun!
Hands on learning to give your child a greater connection with nature and its cycles…
Which sessions are a natural fit for your growing child?
June 13,14 & 15
9a.m.-12:30p.m.
- Paint bird houses to take home
- Identify bird-friendly habitats
- Plant a pizza garden at Hope Grows
- Take home herb-planting activity
- Measure & decorate your “wingspan”
- Identify common bird songs with our music therapist
- Go on a bird scavenger hunt
- Identify commonly seen birds
- Play bird beak game
- Learn about hummingbird pollination
- Learn about bird’s nests
July 11,12 & 13
9a.m.-12:30p.m.
- Kids take home painted lady butterflies to raise & release at home
- Make pollinator seed bombs
- Paint butterfly houses
- Make butterfly art
- Match butterflies with plants they use
- Learn how butterflies pollinate
- Learn butterfly metamorphosis with music and movement
- Go on a sensory garden walk
- Identify common caterpillars and butterflies
- Butterfly anatomy
- How to feed butterflies
August 8,9 & 10
9a.m.-12:30p.m.
- Live demo & Q&A with our master beekeeper
- Watch bees at work in observation hive
- Honey tasting
- Learn bee anatomy & life cycle
- Hand pollinate lilies
- Learn the “Waggle” and “Round” dances
- Examine pollinator garden plants up close
- Make bee water fountains
- Learn how flowers are pollinated
- Play pollination games
- Find my hive game
We are at capacity for 2023
Your child will take root and grow as they explore pollinators and their exciting world. For one session, two or all three, when you sign-up, your family is choosing a better path to Grow Together!
Camp Location
Hope Grows
183 Shafer Rd.
Moon Township, PA 15108
Camp Hours
9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. each day
when in session
Email us
info@hopegrows.org
Call us
Tel: 412-369-4673
Want to be a Camp Counselor?
Volunteer or paid positions are available. Background checks in compliance with Keep Kids Safe of Pennsylvania are required.