Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 12–17 · $600/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 12–17

Camp TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature)

Epworth by the Sea · $600/week

An immersive overnight camp for teens interested in ornithology, wildlife, and coastal Georgia ecosystems.

▌ Editor's read Camp TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature) is an overnight camp for teens aged 12-17, hosted by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The camp offers a unique curriculum centered around ornithology, wildlife conservation, and outdoor skills, including bird banding, mist netting, and wildlife photography. It is held at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center in Mansfield, GA. The camp's website provides detailed daily schedules and activity descriptions, indicating a structured and educational program. The Georgia DNR's involvement suggests a strong foundation in environmental education and conservation. However, information regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies for staff is not readily available on the provided URL.
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Who thrives here Ages 12–17

Camp TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 12–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 100 Arthur J Moore Dr, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
  • Phone: 912-264-7237
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. $500 until April 10, $600 after. Cancellations after May 1, 2026, will not receive $100 of the paid registration fee.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature)

What ages does Camp TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature) accept?
Camp TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature) is open to children ages 12–17. 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 TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature) cost?
Camp TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature) publishes $600/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature)'s hours?
Camp TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature) runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Does Camp TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature) provide lunch?
Yes — Camp TALON (Teen Adventures Learning Ornithology & Nature) includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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