Camp · Academic · Ages 8–12 · $300/week
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▌ Academic · Ages 8–12

Junior Entomology Academy

Willow Bend Environmental Center · $300/week

A week-long day camp for young entomologists to explore the world of insects.

▌ Editor's read The Bon-Earth Institute's Junior Entomology Academy (Bug Camp) is a day camp for children aged 6-12, focusing on insect exploration and environmental education. The website (bon-earth.org/bugcamp) loads correctly and provides details on the camp's curriculum, which includes bug collecting, observation, and learning about insect life cycles. The Bon-Earth Institute is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, indicating a mission-driven approach to education. While the camp is not ACA accredited, the Bon-Earth Institute's Facebook page (bonearthinstitute) and Instagram (@bonearthinstitute) are active, showcasing past camp activities and community engagement. Google reviews for 'Bon-Earth Institute' show a 5.0-star rating based on 10 reviews, with positive comments highlighting engaging programs and knowledgeable staff. The website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Junior Entomology Academy sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right academic fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
  • Address: 1800 S Milton Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86011, USA
  • Phone: (928) 523-5000
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Junior Entomology Academy

What ages does Junior Entomology Academy accept?
Junior Entomology Academy is open to children ages 8–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Junior Entomology Academy cost?
Junior Entomology Academy publishes $300/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Junior Entomology Academy's hours?
Junior Entomology Academy runs 9:00am-4:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Junior Entomology Academy?
Junior Entomology Academy is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Junior Entomology Academy provide lunch?
Junior Entomology Academy does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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