A 260-acre National Historic Landmark, Arbor Day Farm trails connect to streams, wetlands, woodlands, fields and pond. Campers sleep in historic barns that have been renovated for modern use. Camp dates for 2001 Sunday, June 17 thru Saturday, June 23. Children discover the excitement and wonder of nature at The National Arbor Day Foundation's Discovery Camp. Designed for students nine to twelve years old, Discovery Camp offers young people an introduction to environmental stewardship principles and provides opportunities for active nature investigation.
Campers divide into small groups for special study topics.
See if you and your team can create an island that won't wash away. Other special camp activities include a night hike to meet the nocturnal residents of southeast Nebraska, a campfire cookout, fun experiments, microscope investigations, and paper making. There will be time for flashlight tag, storytelling, fishing, nature hikes, and swimming at Lied Conference Center as well. Discovery Camp is held at the Historic Morton Barns at Arbor Day Farm in Nebraska City, Nebraska. Arbor Day Farm is a scenic National Historic Landmark with 260 acres of woodlands, fields, and orchards.