Winter Break Camps

Join us for one of our winter break camps! Get the kids out of the house and into nature during their winter break. From crafts and games, to hikes and waterfalls, we have something for every child.

Registration for winter break camps will open on Sunday, December 1st
at 9:30 a.m.! See full list of camps below.
Scholarships are also available - see full details below.

Brecksville Reservation

Dec. 27 ♦ Upcycling Art Day Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. ♦ 10 – 12 years ♦ $40
Jan. 2 ♦ Winter is for the Birds Camp ♦ 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. ♦ 7 – 8 years ♦ $30
Jan. 3 ♦ Winter Wilderness Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. ♦ 9 – 10 years ♦ $40

North Chagrin Nature Center

Dec. 29 ♦ Winter Wildlife Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. ♦ 8 – 10 years ♦ $45
Dec. 31 ♦ Wild Wonders Camp: Land, Water, Fire & Air ♦ 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. ♦ 6 – 9 years ♦ $45
Jan. 2 ♦ Nature Center After Dark Camp ♦ 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. ♦ 7 – 8 years old ♦ $30
Jan. 3 ♦ Raptor Explorers Day Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. ♦ 6 – 8 years old ♦ $45
Jan. 3 ♦ Nature Center After Dark Camp ♦ 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. ♦ 7 – 8 years old ♦ $30

Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation

Dec. 23 ♦ Nocturnal Life in the Park Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. ♦ 5 – 6 years ♦ $25
Dec. 27 ♦ Eagle Adventurers Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. ♦ 9 – 10 years ♦ $40
Jan. 3 ♦ Nocturnal Life in the Park Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. ♦ 7 – 8 years ♦ $30

Rocky River Reservation

Dec. 23 ♦ Animals in Nature Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. ♦ 5 – 6 years ♦ $25
Dec. 27 ♦ Winter Art Camp ♦ 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. ♦ 8 – 10 years ♦ $35

West Creek Reservation

Dec. 23 ♦ Winter Wonderland Camp ♦ 9 a.m. – noon ♦ 4 – 6 years ♦ $25
Dec. 30 ♦ Winter Survival Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. ♦ 9 – 12 years ♦ $45
Dec. 31 ♦ Final Countdown Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. ♦ 7 – 8 years ♦ $45
Jan. 2 ♦ Evergreen Escapade Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. ♦ 7 – 8 years ♦ $45
Jan. 3 ♦ Arcitc Adventure Camp ♦ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. ♦ 5 – 6 years ♦ $35

NOTE: Camp fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Camp registration is not confirmed until you receive your confirmation email.

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Camp Scholarships: Scholarships are available to help cover the cost of Cleveland Metroparks Winter Camps. Individuals who receive aid in the form of SNAP, Medicaid, or the National School Lunch Program - CEP are eligible. If qualified and chosen, applicants may be awarded one scholarship per child. Please complete and return one Scholarship Application per child to [email protected] with your proof of eligibility! Deadline for applications is Monday, Decemeber 9th.

Scholarships are offered through a special gift from the
Cleveland Natural Science Club and other generous donors.

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Nature Centers

Brecksville Nature Center 440.526.1012
CanalWay Center 216.206.1000
North Chagrin Nature Center 440.473.3370
Rocky River Nature Center 440.734.6660
Watershed Stewardship Center 440.887.1968

Email [email protected] or call 216-954-3400 with any camp or scholarship questions.