Our summer Family Discovery Camps are back for 2023! Explore Florida’s natural world with scientists and Museum staff in this outdoor experience for the whole family. Discover how scientists work in the field and learn how to use the tools of science yourself.
Camps are designed for children finishing grades K-6 and accompanying adults. Each week’s two-hour session will cover a different museum-based topic and includes either outdoor exploration of the University of Florida Natural Area Teaching Laboratory or hands-on learning in our new exhibit. The NATL camps are outdoors so wear appropriate footwear and clothes that can get dirty or wet!
Pre-registration is required and closes the Thursday before each camp.
| Sessions | Hours | Non-Members* | Members* | Registration Link |
| July 15 – Archaeology | 9-11 a.m. | $15 | $12 | Sign up for Archaeology! |
| July 22 – Spiders | 9-11 a.m. | $15 | $12 | Sign up for Spiders! |
| July 29 – Reptiles & Amphibians | 9-11 a.m. | $15 | $12 | Sign up for Reptiles & Amphibians! |
| August 5 – Mammals | 9-11 a.m. | $15 | $12 | Sign up for Mammals! |
* Prices are per participant
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Program Details
- Each session includes a themed 2-hour session filled with science investigations, outdoor explorations and activities led by scientists and educators.
- Camps are designed for children finishing grades K-6 and their family.
- Participants will be given activities to take home and continue the fun.
- This program is rain-or-shine, weather permitting.
- Each camp has a capacity of 20 participants. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Registration is $15 for non-members and $12 for members, per participant.