2026 Discovery Camp: Week 7

Membership Information:

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Discovery Camp Cancellation Policy:

Eventbrite service fees and processing fees are non-refundable. If you choose to issue a refund more than 30 days prior to the program start date, you will be refunded the full ticket price; however, Eventbrite will keep the service and processing fees. If you cancel your purchase(s) 30-11 days prior to the program start date, half the total fee is refundable. If cancellation occurs 10-0 days prior to the start date, none of the total fee is refundable.

Waitlist Information:

A link to our Discovery Camp 2026 waitlist will be posted when Open Enrollment begins on February 25th.

Camps Running July 27th - 31st:

Rising K/1st Grade

Head 2 Toe (Session 1)

Come grow your knowledge and explore the outside world from head to toe with this tree-mendous camp! Campers will look up, down, and all-around to notice living things that are both big and small. We'll put the 'dirt' in determined, as we unearth new discoveries and learn about a range of topics- from towering trees, all the way to the soil beneath our feet. As we explore our inner scientist for the week, we'll dig into hands-on activities and grow our knowledge with fun-filled games. Our world is connected, and sometimes the smallest things can make the biggest impact!

Rising 2nd/3rd Grade

Nature's Studio (Session 1)

There is an artist inside everyone, and you'll find yours exploring with Nature's Studio. Hike with us through forests, creeks, and meadows and meet live animals as we search for inspiration from the Arboretum's incredible landscape. With fun activities like games, crafts, painting, journaling, and more, we'll find joy and creativity during an amazing, art-filled week!

Active Adventurers (Session 2)

Get “unplugged” and have fun outside this summer with a different outdoor, active adventure every day! Spend your days hiking the Arboretum trails, exploring the creeks, and playing outdoor games. Make friends, have fun, and challenge yourself as we explore the trails and woodlands of the Arboretum. We’ll even hunt for treasures using GPS devices. Don’t miss out on this week of fun and adventure in the great outdoors!

Rising 4th/5th Grade

Walk on the Wild Side (Session 1)

We’ll follow our curiosities as we learn about plants and animals. Through exciting games, hands-on activities and off trail adventures, we’ll use all our senses, deepen our natural awareness and build outdoor skills. Join us as we walk on the wild side of the Arboretum!

Rising 6th - 8th Grade

Eco Trek (Session 1) Off-Site & Optional Overnight

The Southern Appalachians are home to some of the most unique plant and animal communities in the world! Join us for a week spent visiting some of these special places, where we’ll hike through forests, explore waterways, and take in the view from mountaintops. Along the way, we’ll discover why Western North Carolina is such a special place for both plants and people to live! We will provide transportation to each offsite location. Pick-up and drop-off will still be at the Arboretum each day, with an optional campout at the Arboretum on Thursday night.

Disclaimer: In this camp we’ll be exploring different locations around the Asheville area. Campers should be ready and able to spend up to 2 hours of travel time in the car as we journey to these exciting destinations

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