MLK Jr. Nature Day Camp (Pre-K & K)

Monday, January 19^th

When school is out, Pre-K & K kids can keep learning and have fun too! Children will explore TNC woods and trails, make crafts, share stories and play games while learning about the environment.

Winter-themed activities may include visits with live animals and hiking through the snow. Registration closes January 8^th. Don't let your child miss out on fun, hands-on nature experiences, outdoor discovery, and the change to explore our native hardwood forest and pond ecosystems.

Camp will be outdoors. Minimum age 4. Children must be bathroom independent-staff do not go into the restroom with campers. 

Full Day $106

Full day is 9:00 am-3:00 pm

Half Day $69
Half day is 9:00am-12:00pm or 12:00pm-3:00pm

Children should bring a refillable water bottle, two snacks, and lunch. Layers and rain gear are recommended (rain boots, jacket, hat, etc.). A Winter Camp Participant Daily Checklist.pdf can be found on our school break day camp web page. Rain or shine. 

Registration CLOSES 10 DAYS BEFORE Camp Begins to allow time to process medical forms and prepare materials

To Register:

1. Current annual Family Membership is required for all participants in our camp programs. Not a member? Join or renew now and take advantage of what the nature center offers all year round.
2. Click the Register button, complete the form, and pay with a credit card. 
3. Wait for your invitation to CampDoc and use the link to log into our online health system. (May take up to a week to receive email invitation)

This is where you will tell us about your camper, fill out health information, emergency contacts, other important safety data, and submit the following required files:Mandatory Health Form from your child’s health care provider. 

Including an Immunization History:

• Please note, if your health care provider will not be including a complete immunization form the Health Department requires a written statement signed by the parent or guardian explaining how the administration of immunizing agents conflicts with the camper’s exercise of bona fide religious tenets or practices. General philosophical or moral objection to immunization shall not be sufficient for an exemption on religious grounds. 
  
• A copy of your insurance card.
  
• A copy of any information regarding your child's activity restrictions/special needs (ex. IEP, ISFP).
• Complete the form submission through CampDoc 7 days prior to the start of the camp session. New Jersey state law requires that campers submit a current health record each year.

Failure to submit all forms to TNC 7 days before the first day of camp will result in forfeiture of your registration fee. No exceptions.