Ultimate Survivor Camp (entering grades 7-12) If you're lost in the woods what do you do? Come to Ultimate Survivor Camp to find out! This camp is a more intense version of our Survivor Camp, and is designed for older youth. Your counselor will help you learn what to do in tricky situations. Campers will learn how to avoid getting […]
Camp Survivor (entering grades 1-6) Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? Could you navigate the terrain using a handmade compass? Or forage for food and build a fire to stay warm? Could you build a shelter or tend to an injury? Survival requires using your body and mind and being part of a strong team! […]
Dirt and Muck Camp (entering grades 1-6) Join PVAS for a week of digging deep into the stuff that makes up our fantastic earth. We will get into the roots of decomposition and compost to understand how the FBI soil agents (Fungi, Bacteria, and Invertebrates) are the backbones of our home planet. And while we’re down in the mud, we […]
Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […]
Sensational Senses Camp (entering grades K-1) Put your five senses to the test! This week, we will use our eyes to investigate animal tracks, our ears to listen to bird calls, and our hands to build beaver dams. Let’s use our senses to explore the outdoors, and learn how our animal friends use theirs, too! This half-day week is a […]
Sensational Senses Camp (entering grades K-1) Put your five senses to the test! This week, we will use our eyes to investigate animal tracks, our ears to listen to bird calls, and our hands to build beaver dams. Let’s use our senses to explore the outdoors, and learn how our animal friends use theirs, too! This half-day week is a […]
Camp Survivor (entering grades 1-6) Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? Could you navigate the terrain using a handmade compass? Or forage for food and build a fire to stay warm? Could you build a shelter or tend to an injury? Survival requires using your body and mind and being part of a strong team! […]
Family Camp (K-12) Come experience Audubon Discovery Camp as a family! In this “choose your own adventure” style camp week, campers and their families will explore their choice of planned camp activities. Activity offerings include primitive skill lessons, campfire cooking, fairy house building, counselor-led hikes, and nature art projects. Our activities will generally be geared towards a younger camp audience […]
Family Camp (K-12) Come experience Audubon Discovery Camp as a family! In this “choose your own adventure” style camp week, campers and their families will explore their choice of planned camp activities. Activity offerings include primitive skill lessons, campfire cooking, fairy house building, counselor-led hikes, and nature art projects. Our activities will generally be geared towards a younger camp audience […]
Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […]
Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join Ms. Amy from the […]
Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […]
Camp Survivor (entering grades 1-6) Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? Could you navigate the terrain using a handmade compass? Or forage for food and build a fire to stay warm? Could you build a shelter or tend to an injury? Survival requires using your body and mind and being part of a strong team! […]
Ultimate Survivor Camp (entering grades 7-12) If you're lost in the woods what do you do? Come to Ultimate Survivor Camp to find out! This camp is a more intense version of our Survivor Camp, and is designed for older youth. Your counselor will help you learn what to do in tricky situations. Campers will learn how to avoid getting […]
Everything Outdoors Camp (entering grades 1-6) In “Everything Outdoors” Camp, anything goes! Campers will enjoy all of our favorite camp activities and spend the day outdoors, playing games, hiking, and enjoying the great outdoors. Counselors are excited to share their “all-time” favorite camp activities with campers! Together, we will share an appreciation for being outside and exploring the wonders of […]
Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […]
Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join Ms. Amy from the […]
Camp Survivor (entering grades 1-6) Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? Could you navigate the terrain using a handmade compass? Or forage for food and build a fire to stay warm? Could you build a shelter or tend to an injury? Survival requires using your body and mind and being part of a strong team! […]
Everything Outdoors Camp (entering grades 1-6) In “Everything Outdoors” Camp, anything goes! Campers will enjoy all of our favorite camp activities and spend the day outdoors, playing games, hiking, and enjoying the great outdoors. Counselors are excited to share their “all-time” favorite camp activities with campers! Together, we will share an appreciation for being outside and exploring the wonders of […]
Forestry Camp (entering grades 7-12) Come learn all about the forests that make West Virginia so wonderful! Campers at our Forestry camp will gain a working knowledge of some of our native trees and plants, how trees talk to us, what everyday items come from forest products, and learn how to use forestry tools from history and today. This camp […]
Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join Amy Thomas from the […]
Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […]
Enjoy a storybook on a nature walk at Cool Spring Preserve! PVAS Host: Susannah Olsen Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. This is a self-guided event. Registration is not required A StoryWalk® is a great way for people of all ages to enjoy reading while spending time outdoors! […]
Enjoy a storybook on a nature walk at Yankauer Nature Preserve! PVAS Host: Susannah Olsen Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. This is a self-guided event. Registration is not required A StoryWalk® is a great way for people of all ages to enjoy reading while spending time outdoors! […]
Nocturnal Animals Camp (entering grades 4-6) This special evening camp theme will explore the nocturnal animals that call our preserve home! Campers will learn about the adaptations needed for animals to survive at night. Groups will embark on night hikes to look for and listen for signs of nocturnal animals. At the Yankauer location, campers will learn how professionals mist-net […]
Nocturnal Animals Camp (entering grades 4-6) This special evening camp theme will explore the nocturnal animals that call our preserve home! Campers will learn about the adaptations needed for animals to survive at night. Groups will embark on night hikes to look for and listen for signs of nocturnal animals. At the Yankauer location, campers will learn how professionals mist-net […]
Campfires and Crypids Camp (entering grades 7-12) Ever wonder what goes bump in the night at your favorite nature preserve? Join us for campfires and cryptids, a summer camp all about learning and celebrating West Virginia's cool cryptids and campfire stories. Campers will be able to explore and answer questions like: Is a Mothman a mammal or an insect? What […]
Come celebrate Independence Day with PVAS by marching in the Shepherdstown 4th of July parade. The parade will form on Church Street, then proceed down German Street to Princess Street and end there. Find us along Church Street any time after 10:30. If you have trouble finding us, ask one of the parade coordinators for help. Bring your binoculars, PVAS […]
Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […]