Get exploring outside with fun and adventurous day camps!
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Two-Tiered Camp Prices
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All camps are eligible to receive funding from PRO Kids.
PRO Kids provides financial assistance for children and youth who, due to financial limitations, would otherwise be unable to participate in sport, recreation, and cultural activities. For more information and to apply, please visit PRO Kids in your area: |
2025 Summer camps
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Please carefully fill out the registration form, then select "Pay Online" to pay online by credit card (recommended), or "Invoice Me" to pay later (select this option if going through PRO Kids or interested in a payment plan).
NEW: Early Drop-Off and Late Pick-Up Option!
For our camps for ages 6-8 and 9-12, you now have the option to add early drop-off starting at 8:30 and late pick-up until 4:30 for $50. If you’re interested, you can opt in when completing the registration form!
Most programs take place at the Morton Centre on Heckman’s Island, just 15 minutes outside of Lunenburg!
For more information about our Earth Adventure Camps, please contact Julia, our Environmental Education Program Manager at [email protected].
Please carefully fill out the registration form, then select "Pay Online" to pay online by credit card (recommended), or "Invoice Me" to pay later (select this option if going through PRO Kids or interested in a payment plan).
NEW: Early Drop-Off and Late Pick-Up Option!
For our camps for ages 6-8 and 9-12, you now have the option to add early drop-off starting at 8:30 and late pick-up until 4:30 for $50. If you’re interested, you can opt in when completing the registration form!
Most programs take place at the Morton Centre on Heckman’s Island, just 15 minutes outside of Lunenburg!
For more information about our Earth Adventure Camps, please contact Julia, our Environmental Education Program Manager at [email protected].
summer Camps for ages 6-12
Register for Each Day Individually!
Unleash your curiosity for wildlife and feed your wonder for the natural world! From July 28th to August 1st, five standalone camp days will build an entire week of fun-filled adventure. Each day offers something new and exciting; campers will experience a variety of intriguing themes, features, and activities related to the wonder of wildlife! With the option to register for just one day, the whole week, or anything in between, this camp will be your go-to if you are looking for flexibility or to try out something new this summer!
Interested in registering for more than 1 day? Complete the registration form once, then email [email protected] with which other days you’re interested in, the price point you’d like to pay, and whether you’d like to add the early drop-off and late pick-up option for an extra $10/day. We will register you for your selected dates, then email an invoice so you don’t have to fill out the form multiple times!
Interested in registering for more than 1 day? Complete the registration form once, then email [email protected] with which other days you’re interested in, the price point you’d like to pay, and whether you’d like to add the early drop-off and late pick-up option for an extra $10/day. We will register you for your selected dates, then email an invoice so you don’t have to fill out the form multiple times!
summer Camps for ages 6-8
What does it mean to “speak for the trees”? Join us for a whimsical week of learning about the environment from the beloved Dr. Seuss character, the Lorax, and his friends! Campers will have fun exploring the forest, shore, and sky, and will gain an appreciation for the fascinating creatures that live there.
(We will be reading the storybook “The Lorax” by Dr. Seuss throughout the week, so campers do not need to already be familiar with the story).
(We will be reading the storybook “The Lorax” by Dr. Seuss throughout the week, so campers do not need to already be familiar with the story).
Calling all aspiring green thumbs! Want to discover the science of seeds and grow your plant knowledge? Throughout the week, campers will start seeds, create art, perform science experiments, prepare snacks, discover local species, and much more! Join us in the Mahone Bay Centre Garden to let creativity flourish, learn how we can give back to the community, and get our hands in the soil!
Included in the cost: a small snack every day
Included in the cost: a small snack every day
summer Programs for ages 12+
Take your outdoor adventure skills to the next level with the Earth Quest challenge! The challenge is an exciting and interactive game that will test each camper’s skills as they advance through the challenges together and make it to the finish line. The quest will end with an overnight campout on Thursday!
Included in the cost:
Included in the cost:
- Supper and evening snack on Thursday
- Breakfast and morning snack on Friday
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Junior Leader Program
Training Dates: July 10-11, 2025 Time: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Location: Morton Centre (Heckman’s Island) Cost: Free! Junior Leaders must commit to volunteering at least 15 hours throughout the summer. Ages: 12+ (Junior Leaders must be at least two years older than the campers with whom they are volunteering.) |
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Are you interested in building your leadership skills and gaining a high-quality volunteer experience? Apply for our Junior Leader Program to learn new skills and volunteer your time as a camp leader.
This free program will begin with a 2-day training session where Junior Leaders will learn about how to be an effective leader, shadow camp staff, and get to practice leading camp activities in a safe and supportive environment. Once the training is completed, Junior Leaders will volunteer at one or more of Coastal Action’s Earth Adventure Camps for ages 6-8 or 9-12.
We will all gather again at the end of the summer for a Junior Leader Celebration! Tentative Date: Wednesday, August 20 at 4:30-6:30 (details TBD).
This free program will begin with a 2-day training session where Junior Leaders will learn about how to be an effective leader, shadow camp staff, and get to practice leading camp activities in a safe and supportive environment. Once the training is completed, Junior Leaders will volunteer at one or more of Coastal Action’s Earth Adventure Camps for ages 6-8 or 9-12.
We will all gather again at the end of the summer for a Junior Leader Celebration! Tentative Date: Wednesday, August 20 at 4:30-6:30 (details TBD).
summer Camps for ages 9-12
Dive into a jaw-some adventure at our Shark Week! Throughout the week, campers will discover the hidden superpowers of sharks, explore their unique adaptations, and learn how these misunderstood creatures play a vital role in ocean ecosystems. Through hands-on challenges, interactive games, and reflective nature experiences, participants will develop a deep appreciation for sharks and their incredible abilities. By the end of the week, campers will have earned shark trading cards representing the skills they’ve unlocked, becoming official Protectors of the Deep!
2024-25 in-service day camps (Ages 6-12)
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Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Time: 9 AM – 4 PM each day Location: Mahone Bay Centre (45 School Street, Mahone Bay) Theme: Spring! Cost: Tier 1: $65/day or Tier 2: $50/day Spend your day off outside at the Mahone Bay Centre! These programs run on select SSRCE PD/In-Service Days and are a great way to find out what an Earth Adventure Camp is all about. Each day will include immersive nature activities, exciting games, and free play. Please note that you must register for each day separately. Past Dates:
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2025 March Break Camp (Ages 6-12)
Digging through time
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Dates: March 10-13, 2025 (Monday to Thursday)
Time: 9 AM – 4 PM each day Location: Mahone Bay Centre Cost: Tier 1: $225/week or Tier 2: $175/week |
Join us for a hands-on adventure into the past! This four-day camp for ages 6-12 will explore how different communities lived in relationship with the land. Campers will learn the steps of archaeology while discovering how people from long ago cared for the environment and passed down their knowledge. Through interactive activities, we’ll connect these traditions to our role in protecting the earth for future generations. A week of discovery, adventure, and fun awaits!
We'll be spending plenty of time outside so please come prepared for the weather! More details about the program will follow at least one week before it starts. Note: we accept 5-year-olds turning 6 by the end of 2025 or currently in primary. |
