Camp Autrey Mill
Camp Autrey Mill offers nature-focused day camps for children aged 5-13, emphasizing outdoor exploration, animal encounters, and environmental education.
▌ Editor's read The Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center offers summer day camps for children aged 5-13, with weekly themes like 'Wild Georgia' and 'Nature's Superheroes.' The camp website, autreymill.org/programs/summer-camp/, provides detailed schedules and age-specific activities. Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center has a strong Google review rating of 4.8 stars based on 1,029 reviews, with many reviewers praising the engaging programs and knowledgeable staff. The camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, the Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center. While the website does not explicitly mention ACA accreditation or staff background checks, it does provide comprehensive information on camp themes and registration. Social media handles found on the site are @autreymill for Instagram and AutreyMill for Facebook. The camp runs from June 3rd to August 2nd, 2024, with various sessions available.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–13
Camp Autrey Mill fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given outdoors/nature program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 5–13
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
- Address: 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek, GA 30022, USA
- Cost notes: Family Member+ Price: $365 per week. Non-Member Price: $385 per week. Jr. Counselor (ages 12 & 13) Non-Member Price: $210 per week.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Autrey Mill
- What ages does Camp Autrey Mill accept?
- Camp Autrey Mill is open to children ages 5–13. 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 Camp Autrey Mill cost?
- Camp Autrey Mill publishes $385/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Autrey Mill's hours?
- Camp Autrey Mill runs 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp Autrey Mill?
- Camp Autrey Mill 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 Camp Autrey Mill provide lunch?
- Camp Autrey Mill 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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