Camp is held at the Nature Center and on the grounds of the 46-acre nature preserve. The Nature Center staff, interns and volunteers lead the week-long sessions. There is one adult for every 10 children. EcoExplorers meet three hours a day, except ages 5-6, which meet for two hours each day. Early registration is encouraged.
Scholarships are available for all age groups.
Seasonal Festivals Children, adults, and families can have fun and learn about nature year-round through the Chicago Department of Environment's seasonal festivals at the North Park Village Nature Center. The Nature Center's staff and knowledgeable volunteers provide guided tours through the nature preserve, demonstrations, crafts, and games for all ages. The festivals are free to the public. March Learn how to tap maple trees. See how the sap is made into maple syrup and taste the final product on pancakes.