homeschool nature classes
BACKYARD SCIENTISTS
For grades K-5th
On Wednesdays, homeschoolers in K-5th grade can enjoy outdoor nature and science activities during Backyard Scientists. Activities will correspond to each grade level standard. Most activities take place outdoors, so please dress for the weather.
Registration is Open!
Nature Study
For grades 5th – 8th
On Thursdays, homeschoolers in 5th – 8th grade will enjoy an in-depth nature study class! Each 6-week session will have a different theme. Most activities take place outdoors, so please dress for the weather.
Registration is Open!
Fast Facts:
Dates: Wednesdays, April 13, 20, and 27.
Times: 9:30AM – 3:30PM
Theme: Flowers and Seeds! Have a great time with Ms. Lisha learning about flowers and seeds this spring!
Pricing : $170 for members; $190 for non-members
Not a member? Join or renew today to enjoy discounts on all of our camps, classes, and much more!
Additional Notes:
- Students need to come prepared for outdoor activities. Please dress for the weather and bring a refillable water bottle, lunch, and snack.
- An email with detailed information will be sent soon after registration
Fast Facts:
Dates: Thursdays, March 10 – April 21, no class on April 7
Times: 9:00am-12:00pm
Theme: Insects! Have a great time with Ms. Summer learning about flying insects!
Pricing : $165 for members; $185 for non-members
Not a member? Join or renew today to enjoy discounts on all of our camps, classes, and much more!
Additional Notes:
- Students need to come prepared for outdoor activities. Please dress for the weather and bring a refillable water bottle and snack.
- An email with detailed information will be sent soon after registration
Exploring Nature in Your Own Backyard
Call 770-394-3322
FAQ: Covid Response
Most frequent questions and answers regarding camp modifications in response to COVID-19
No. Parents are expected to monitor their child’s health and if they exhibit symptoms of Covid-19 or other illnesses they are expected to notify the staff and keep their child at home. Please do not send your child to class if anyone else in the home is sick.
Students will get hand sanitizer when they are dropped off at camp.They will wash their hands before snacks and lunch and after restroom breaks. A hand sanitizer station will be set up in each camp classroom and students will be directed to use it regularly.
Each classroom will have EPA-approved disinfectant spray and paper towels for cleaning surfaces once a day. Bathrooms will be wiped down once a day as well.
No, we are keeping with the current guidelines from the CDC. No masks are required, but if you want your child to wear one, please send a couple with them.
Your child will be separated from the group until a parent/guardian can pick them up from class. They will be supervised by an adult from 6 feet apart. They will not be permitted to return to camp until they have either had a negative COVID-19 test or have been fever and fever medication free for 72 hours, other symptoms have improved, and at least 5 days have passed since symptoms first appeared.
