What ages does Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars accept?

Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars cost?

Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars publishes $375/week for the standard session. USD. Westchester County Parks, Recreation & Conservation. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars's hours?

Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars?

Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars 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 Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars provide lunch?

Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars 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.

▌ STEM · Ages 5–12

Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars

Rye Indoor/outdoor: Outdoor URL of the camp info page: https://parks.westchestercountyny.gov/children-camps/nature-camps Registration URL: https://parks.westchestergov.com/webtrac/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/search.html?module=AR&primarycode=1NAT0001 · $375/week · ★ 4.7 (133 reviews)

Engages campers in scientific exploration and experiments related to nature and the environment at Read Wildlife

▌ Editor's read The Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars is part of a broader offering of children's camps managed by Westchester County Parks, as indicated by the URL provided. The website lists various camp themes, including 'Read Nature Camp' which appears to encompass the 'Science Scholars' program. The camp is a day camp, with a weekly cost of $375. There is no explicit mention of ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies on the provided webpage. The camp is run by a municipal entity, suggesting a level of public accountability and established operational procedures. Social media handles for Westchester Parks are available, indicating an active online presence.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars 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 stem 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: STEM
Ages: 5–12
Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Address: Read Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Playland Pkwy, Rye, NY 10580
Phone: (914) 967-8720
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: USD. Westchester County Parks, Recreation & Conservation.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars

What ages does Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars accept?: Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars cost?: Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars publishes $375/week for the standard session. USD. Westchester County Parks, Recreation & Conservation. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars's hours?: Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars?: Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars 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 Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars provide lunch?: Read Nature Camp - Science Scholars 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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