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Nature Rangers Day Camp

Every spring, summer, and fall, Burritt’s Nature Rangers Camps offer lots of learning and laughter!

Elementary Summer Camps

8 weeks of summer camp. Rising 1st-5th graders
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NEW - Middle School Camps

Week-long, Half-day Camps for Middle School Students (rising 6th-8th grades)
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NEW - Middle School Camps

Week-long, Half-day Camps for Middle School Students (rising 6th-8th grades)

Burritt on the Mountain is excited to announce that this summer we will be offering two half-day camps the weeks of June 22nd– 26th and July 6th-10th for Middle School students. Round Top Bushcraft & Survival camp will be offered each morning from 9:00 to noon and Mountain Top Makers will be offered each afternoon from 1:00-4:00. Both camps offer immersive, hands-on experiences that are engaging, exciting and exceptional. Campers will learn new skills by doing.

For families that need a more flexible schedule we offer extended day options. Campers who register for Round Top Bush Camp can also register for morning extended day with an arrival time as early as 7:30am for a cost of $10. Campers registered in either camp can also register for lunch time extended day from 12:00 to 1:00 for $7, and campers registered for Mountain Top Makers can register for afternoon extended day from 4:00 to as late as 5:30 for $10. Campers will need to provide their own lunch for the lunch extended day.

Round Top Bushcraft & Survival Camp 9:00–12:00 Jun 22nd-26th

Ready for an adventure? At this outdoor camp, middle schoolers will learn real survival skills in a safe, guided environment that lets them enjoy the outdoors and learn to survive a 72-hour emergency scenario. Campers discover how to start a fire responsibly, build emergency shelters, navigate with a compass, and collect and purify water—all while hiking scenic trails and exploring nature. Our expert instructor teaches each skill step-by-step: first demonstrating, then coaching, and finally letting campers practice independently with supervision. Along the way, they’ll learn how the body stays warm, the science behind survival, and the smart use of essential tools and how to gather needed resources from the landscape.

Highlights include:

Building shelters to protect from the elements
Responsible fire-making
Land navigation and resource gathering
Hands-on bushcraft techniques

This camp is perfect for beginners—fun, educational, and confidence-building!

$150 (members); $185 (nonmembers)

Registration deadline Tuesday, June 16th

Mountain Top Makers (Grades 6–8) 1:00-4:00 June 22nd-26th

Dive into hands-on art inspired by the past. This one-week, half-day camp (1–4 p.m.) invites middle school students to explore traditional art forms in our classrooms and Historic Park. Campers will try their hands at fiber arts, pottery, paper crafts, and more while learning how past makers combined ingenuity and necessity in everyday life. Through outdoor inspiration, guided instruction, and hands-on projects, campers will learn new skills, make friends, and connect history with creativity in exciting and memorable ways.

$150 (members); $185 (nonmembers)

Registration deadline Tuesday, June 16th

Round Top Bushcraft & Survival Camp 9:00–12:00 July 6th -10th

Ready for an adventure? At this outdoor camp, middle schoolers will learn real survival skills in a safe, guided environment that lets them enjoy the outdoors and learn to survive a 72-hour emergency scenario. Campers discover how to start a fire responsibly, build emergency shelters, navigate with a compass, and collect and purify water—all while hiking scenic trails and exploring nature. Our expert instructor teaches each skill step-by-step: first demonstrating, then coaching, and finally letting campers practice independently with supervision. Along the way, they’ll learn how the body stays warm, the science behind survival, and the smart use of essential tools and how to gather needed resources from the landscape.

Highlights include:

• Building shelters to protect from the elements

• Responsible fire-making

• Land navigation and resource gathering

• Hands-on bushcraft techniques

This camp is perfect for beginners—fun, educational, and confidence-building!

$150 (members); $185 (nonmembers)

Registration deadline Tuesday, June 30th

Mountain Top Makers (Grades 6–8) 1:00-4:00 Jul 6th -10th

Dive into hands-on art inspired by the past. This one-week, half-day camp (1–4 p.m.) invites middle school students to explore traditional art forms in our classrooms and Historic Park. Campers will try their hands at fiber arts, pottery, paper crafts, and more while learning how past makers combined ingenuity and necessity in everyday life. Through outdoor inspiration, guided instruction, and hands-on projects, campers will learn new skills, make friends, and connect history with creativity in exciting and memorable ways.

$150 (members); $185 (nonmembers)

Registration deadline Tuesday, June 30th

Folk School Sewing Camps

Sewing Camps for Kids Ages 8–14
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Registrations and payment must be received by midnight Tuesday, the week before each camp begins.

Member Discounts apply for those with Family/Grandparent Memberships or above.

Extended Day slots are limited. Please register your child for any extended day options when you reserve your spot for camp.

Camp FAQs – Refund Policy, Cancellation Policy, Behavioral Expectations, etc…

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Interested in a Camp that is FULL?

Plans change for our campers. If you are interested in being added to the waitlist for a camp that is full please choose the camp and join the waitlist. Should a spot open up an email will be sent to the waitlist to fill the spot.

Camp Details

Each week of camp revolves around a different theme and focuses on hands-on learning activities designed to explore environmental, historical, scientific and cultural experiences while providing hours of fun. There are plenty of opportunities for both organized and free play activities that provide children with essential life skills from increasing creativity to learning to negotiate with others.

Campers are divided into age-appropriate groups for each camp, and activities are designed for each developmental level. Day camps are open to children enrolled in Kindergarten through 5th grade. (For summer camp, enrollment is open to students who are rising 1^st through 5^th graders). The camp day runs from 9:00am-2:00pm, with extended day options available. Reservations are required.

Extended Day

Our day camp hours are from 9:00am-2:00pm. For an additional charge, we offer an extended day option that allows you to drop off your child as early as 7:30am and pick him/her up as late as 5:30pm. Reservations are required for camp and extended day.

Camp FAQs

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Camp Readiness & Behavior Plan

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For more information, please contact:

Shana Hyde, Children’s Education Manager
256-512-0148
Shana.hyde@huntsvilleal.gov

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Camp FAQs

Is there a deadline to register my child for camp?
Yes, registration for a particular week of camp must be received by close of business the Tuesday before. However, registration will end earlier if camp capacity has been reached. Please sign up on the waiting list if the camp is full.

My child has completed preschool and will start kindergarten this fall. Can they come to camp this summer?
No, unfortunately. Our summer camps are designed for students who are rising 1^st -5^th graders. We would love to see your child for fall break, spring break or next summer!

My child is attending camp with a friend/family member. Can they be in the same group?
If your child plans to attend camp with a friend or family member, please let us know when you register if they should be in the same group. We will do our best to accommodate such requests when they are made in advance of camp. It is very difficult for us to rearrange camp groups after camp has already started, and it is likely that changes will not be made at that time. If there is an age difference between the campers you want to be assigned to the same group, we may contact you to discuss group assignments.

Does my child need a lunch?
Yes, your child should bring a lunch including a beverage and utensils (if needed) each day. Campers do not have access to a microwave or refrigerator. Burritt does provide a snack each day. If your child has food allergies, please include this information on the registration form or contact us at 256-512-0146 if you did not include it.

Can my child bring personal belongings?
Campers may bring a small bag with supplies such as a jacket or sweater, and a change of clothes if you believe one may be required. Toys from home are not permitted during camp. Campers enrolled in extended day may bring items as described in the email you will receive once they are enrolled for this program. All personal items, including lunch boxes, should be labeled with the camper’s name. Please do not send electronics with your child. Burritt staff members are not responsible for personal items that campers bring with them.

My child needs medication during the camp day. Can I send it with them?
Burritt staff members do NOT administer medication. You should give your child all needed medications BEFORE checking them in for camp. Burritt will only receive life-saving medications such as epi-pens, blood sugar test strips and glucometers, insulin, and inhalers. Your child should know how to tell when he/she needs these medications and should know how to administer them. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to ensure that life-saving medications are checked-in with a Burritt educator. Please let us know if you will be leaving it for the week or checking it in and out each day. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to ask for the return of all medications that have been checked in.

What are camp hours?
Camp runs from 9:00am to 2:00pm. We do offer extended day options at an extra charge which requires preregistration.

What are extended day hours?
We offer both early and late extended day options. The early option allows you to drop off your child at 7:30am and the late pickup option allows you to pick up your child by 5:30pm. There is an additional charge for extended day.

How many children participate in extended day sessions?

The number of children in extended day sessions varies each day, but we only accept 10 campers in each session. Please sign up for extended day options when you register your child for camp. If you decide you need to add extended day sessions after registration, please contact our registrar or the camp leader. Extended day sessions must be paid for before your child participates in extended day.

What if I am late picking up my child from camp?
Plan to pick up your child at 2:00pm when the camp day ends. If you are more than fifteen minutes late picking up your child you will be charged a late fee of $20 per child. Starting at 20 minutes late, you will be charged $1.00 per minute per child. You must pay the late fee before your child is accepted for camp the next day. We accept cash, check, and credit cards.

What if I am late picking up my child from Extended Day?
If you are fifteen minutes past final pickup time, there will be a charge of $20 per child. Starting at 20 minutes late, you will be charged $1.00 per minute per child. After the third late pickup, your child will be unenrolled from Extended Day. Late fees must be paid before your child is accepted for camp the next day. We accept cash, check, and credit cards.

Do you offer scholarships?
A limited number of need-based scholarships are available on a first come, first served basis. Please contact Shana Hyde at shana.hyde@huntsvilleal.gov or 256-512-0146 for assistance.

What if I need to cancel?
If you need to cancel your child’s enrollment, please contact us as soon as possible. Cancellations that occur:

21 days or more before the camp – receive a refund minus a $15 administration fee

Between 14 days – 20 days before camp – receive a refund minus the $15 administration fee and a $25 supply fee.

Between the start of camp and 13 days before camp – no refund will be given

21 days or more before the camp – receive a refund minus a $15 administration fee
Between 14 days – 20 days before camp – receive a refund minus the $15 administration fee and a $25 supply fee.
Between the start of camp and 13 days before camp – no refund will be given

Camp Readiness & Behavior Plan

How can I tell if my child is ready to attend a camp?

The first and most important thing that you can do to ensure that your child has an enjoyable camp experience is to make sure that your child is ready – physically, mentally and emotionally- to participate in camp. Your child should be able to function in a positive, cooperative manner in a group setting. Campers should be able to be in areas with lots of noise when campers are together, be able to participate in the activities listed in the camp description (such as hiking and playing outdoor games) and be interested in the topic of the camp. Our staff is trained and experienced in creating a safe, engaging, fun camp and in helping campers feel relaxed and settled at camp. But staff members are not trained or equipped to manage individual education plans or specialized needs that require more attention to the point of not being able to give equal attention to the rest of the group. We want to partner with parents to ensure that all campers have a wonderful camp experience. This begins with educators working with parents to determine if Burritt camps or the specific camp you are interested in are a good fit for your child prior to enrolling your child. If you have questions about whether or not a camp is a good fit, please contact our Children’s Education Manager at shana.hyde@huntsvilleal.gov or 256-512-0146.

How can I help my child have a successful and enjoyable camp experience?

Please make sure your child is well rested and has eaten breakfast each day. Please make every effort to have your child here on time, so they can settle into the camp day with the rest of the group. After the camp day, check in with your child to ensure they are enjoying camp. Please let us know if you have any concerns so they can be addressed. We want every child to have a terrific experience at Burritt.

What are Burritt educators’ expectations for my child’s behavior?

We want all of our campers, volunteers and staff members to be safe and have fun at camp. To help achieve this goal, we have six rules that we review with campers each morning. They are:

Listen to the speaker and follow their directions the first time.
Don’t be a space invader. (This includes keeping their hands and feet to themselves).
Use only kind and appropriate words.
Stay with the group.
Raise your hand and wait to be called on.
Respect the property of Burritt and each other.

What happens if my child does not follow the camp rules?

Most of our campers do not have any problem following the camp rules and participating appropriately in our engaging camps. Usually, a gentle reminder about the rules is all that is needed to get a camper back on track.

We have a corrective plan for continued misbehavior with a stepped response.

If campers do not correct their behavior after a few reminders, they may be asked to sit out of the current camp activity and think about their behavior, why it needs to change and how they will improve it.
If the behavior continues, the camper is removed to the office to discuss with another education staff member the rules and their behavior. The child (if capable) is asked to write a letter to their parents telling them about what they have done, why it needs to change and how they will improve. The educator adds any needed additional comments to the parents/guardians. This note is sent home that day. We ask that parents please discuss how to improve behavior with their child.
If the camper continues to display inappropriate behavior the parent/guardian is called, and the behavior and the plan going forward is discussed.
If the inappropriate behavior is not corrected, a child may be suspended for a day of camp or even expelled from the camp. No refunds are given if a child is dismissed due to repeated behaviors that disrupt the camp or that endanger themselves, other people or Burritt property.

If a child is hitting, fighting, inappropriately touching others, or endangering themselves or others, we will call the parent immediately. We reserve the right to suspend or expel the child without further interventions.