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Outdoor Education

Our outdoor education programs give students a hands-on way to explore nature. Through guided hikes, team-building activities, and interactive lessons, we make learning exciting and immersive.

Designed for schools and student groups, every adventure helps young explorers connect with nature while building confidence and teamwork.

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Science Camp Field Trips

Where Learning Meets Play

Science Camp offers NGSS-aligned lessons in an engaging outdoor setting, where students learn through play and exploration. Over two days of activities, campfires, and team-building, students bond while discovering their role in the environment, with teachers able to relax and enjoy the experience.

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Science Camp Field Trips

2 Nights Lodging

Complete with private bathrooms in each cabin, including hot showers, a private toilet, and sink. Students get to bond with their cabin mates no matter their age. Cabins are organized to be group-oriented.

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Science Camp Field Trips

5 Delicious Meals

Freshly prepared on site, our camp menu is tailored to students and adults alike. Enjoy our homemade meals & baked-from-scratch desserts. Dietary accommodations are available.

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Science Camp Field Trips

8 Activity Blocks

Choose from our menu of outdoor education lessons or swap in a ride on our zip line or multi-hour team-building exercises for your group. From archery to fire building we have it all!

Science Lessons

Nature as Your Guide

Our hands-on, NGSS-aligned lessons bring the classroom to life, giving students a chance to explore, experiment, and engage with the subject matter in exciting ways. Learning has never been this fun!

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Science Lessons

Water in the West

Learn about the different stages of the water cycle and how they specifically relate to desert environments like ours. We will discuss water conservation techniques and brainstorm how to minimize human impact and water waste in our everyday lives.

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Science Lessons

Owl Pellet Dissection

Learn how the physical and behavioral adaptations of desert owls make them elite predators in this region. Dive into a hands-on experience when you get the chance to dissect an owl pellet and record the abundance and diversity of the owl’s diet.

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Science Lessons

Geocaching

Students will learn how to use GPS devices to track down different caches around camp. At each cache, students will learn about different animals that will help lead them to the final cache! They will discuss the high desert food web & animal adaptations.

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Science Lessons

Shelter Building

Students will discuss different shelters, their corresponding environments, and what elements the shelters are protecting against. They will also get a chance to design and build their own shelter with the surrounding natural materials.

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Science Lessons

Nature Hike

Enjoy the beauty of the Prescott National Forest on one of our scenic trails. Students will discuss the difference between an ecosystem and environment and learn about some of the local flora and fauna in the high desert.

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Science Lessons

Energy of the Archers

Students will discover the relationship between kinetic and potential energy through archery. They will learn how to shoot arrows & conduct an experiment to test their hypothesis.

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Science Lessons

Fire in the Desert

Students will strategize & build a campfire while learning about how wildfires are a healthy process for desert environments. They will also discuss prevention and the forest's protection against human-caused fires.

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Science Lessons

Everybody Needs a Rock

Students discuss plate tectonics and acquire a deeper understanding of how local geological features were formed. They will also get the chance to develop a stronger appreciation for rocks & their significance in our world.

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EVENING ACTIVITIES

Fun After Dark

Let our facilitators take the reins with high-energy evening activities. Your kids will surely welcome a night’s rest!

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EVENING ACTIVITIES

Game Night

Gather into groups and try to collect as many points as possible by completing a series of silly challenges!

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EVENING ACTIVITIES

Camp Fire

Sing songs, join in on our interactive skits, and roast s’mores underneath the stars!

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EVENING ACTIVITIES

Dutch Auction

Gather random items, get creative, and compete in fun challenges as your cabin builds wild inventions in this fast-paced evening game!

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EVENING ACTIVITIES

Silent Disco

The party’s on—and it’s silent! Elevate your night with CampWay’s Silent Disco, where you can dance to your own beat or vibe with the crowd.

Educational Benefits

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Team Building

Develop communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills as explorers work together to overcome challenges.
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Leadership

Activities designed to inspire confidence and develop leadership qualities in a supportive, fun environment.
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Environmental Awareness

Encourage a lifelong respect for the environment, with opportunities to learn about conservation, sustainability, and the importance of protecting our planet.

A Weekend Full of Adventure & Exploration

A Sample Itinerary

Day 1

Let the Fun Begin!

1:00 - 4:45 pm

Kick things off with team challenges, geocaching, ziplining, and more—pick your adventure!

5:30 - 6:30 pm

Refuel with a delicious dinner.

6:30 - 8:00 pm

Game Night! Think strategy, laughs, and maybe a little friendly competition.

Day 2

Explore & Discover

7:30 - 8:30 am

Power up with breakfast.

9:00 - 11:30 am

More fire-building, more archery, more trails to hike—what will you choose?

12:00 - 1:00 pm

Lunch break!

1:00 - 4:45 pm

Test your aim at archery, trek through nature, or build the ultimate survival shelter.

5:30 - 6:30 pm

Dig into a well-earned dinner.

6:30 - 8:00 pm

Cozy up for stories, songs, and s’mores around the campfire.

DAY 3

Until Next Time!

7:30 - 8:30 am

One last hearty breakfast.

9:00 am

Pack up and head out, but don’t worry—the memories will last forever!

Where to Learn

Friendly Pines

Friendly Pines is the perfect place to inspire curiosity, foster hands-on learning, and immerse explorers in nature’s wonders. Learn More

Coming Soon!

Prescott Pines

Exciting hands-on science adventures are coming soon to Prescott Pines! Learn More

Get Your Guide!

Curious about Science Camp? We’ve got all the answers! Fill out the form and we’ll send you our exciting Science Camp Guide packed with all the details you need!


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