Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 6–10 · $125/week
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▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 6–10

Junior Naturalist Day Camp

Varies · $125/week

Explores local ecosystems through nature walks, crafts, and educational activities at various Henderson parks.

▌ Editor's read The Junior Naturalist Day Camp is offered by the City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department, as indicated by the provided URL. This suggests it is a municipal program. The website lists various youth programs, including the Junior Naturalist Day Camp, which focuses on outdoor and nature-based activities. While the specific camp details like staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies are not explicitly stated on the general youth programs page, the municipal ownership implies a level of public accountability and established operational procedures. The City of Henderson maintains active social media presences on Instagram (@cityofhenderson) and Facebook (@cityofhenderson), which could offer further insights into their programs and community engagement.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 6–10

Junior Naturalist Day Camp 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
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 6–10
  • Address: 1644 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89012, USA
  • Phone: (702) 267-4000
  • Cost notes: USD. Not specified.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Junior Naturalist Day Camp

What ages does Junior Naturalist Day Camp accept?
Junior Naturalist Day Camp is open to children ages 6–10. 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 Naturalist Day Camp cost?
Junior Naturalist Day Camp publishes $125/week for the standard session. USD. Not specified. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Junior Naturalist Day Camp?
Junior Naturalist Day Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Junior Naturalist Day Camp provide lunch?
Junior Naturalist Day Camp 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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