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Discover. Explore. Be Outside - Mass Audubon
Discover.
   Explore.
Be Outside.

      2021
Discover. Explore. Be Outside - Mass Audubon
Our mission is to connect campers with nature in a

friendly and caring environment so that they may gain a greater

respect for nature as well as our role in protecting it.

 Wildwood is a special place where campers come
 together to discover and explore the natural world.
 Our campers roast s’mores over open fires, sleep under the stars, sing silly songs,
 paddle around Hubbard Pond, and fall in love with nature each day. Campers
 have fun as they explore the outdoors, make friends, and develop self-confidence
 and leadership skills that last a lifetime. Located in southern New Hampshire,
 Wildwood is a one-of-a-kind camp for youth ages 6–17.

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• Overnight Camp .................................... 3
                                                                 • Teen Adventure Trips ............................. 6
                                                                 • Teen Leadership Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

What’s Inside
                                                                 • Day Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
                                                                 • Family Camp ....................................... 13
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                                                                 • Our Staff .............................................
                                                                 • Connect With Us ................................. 17
                                                                 • Rates & Dates ..................................... 18

            COVID-19 Safety at Mass Audubon Camps
              The health and welfare of our         We anticipate that we will continue to practice

              campers and staff remains our         the wearing of masks, physical distancing,

              highest priority. We feel confident   smaller   group        sizes,              enhanced                      sanitizing

            that the success of Mass Audubon        protocols, and all other recommended health

       Camps in designing and offering a safe       and safety guidelines. As we learn more from

summer of camping in 2020 will guide us into        working closely with partners in public health,

another great summer in 2021. We will continue      childcare, and camping, we will continue to keep

to stay informed and engaged with the work of       our camp community updated.

the New Hampshire Department of Children and
                                                    Please note that any photos depicting children
Families and the American Camp Association
                                                    without face coverings were taken prior to 2020.
to ensure best practices with regard to staying
                                                    All Mass Audubon program participants are now
safe as we move through the developing phases
                                                    required to wear masks.
of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Overnight Camp
                                       Campers ages 7–14

My camper enjoys most
of all seeing her special
camp friends each year. She
also enjoys the traditions,
special songs, jokes, and
culture that arises. She
loves the setting and the
activities.
   —­2019 Overnight Camp Parent

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Wildwood is a supportive environment in which each camper is valued

       and respected. With the support of the Wildwood community, campers

       have opportunities to grow, make new friends, and choose from a variety

       of fun activities that allow them to explore the outdoors.

A Typical Day                        Overnight Camp Dates
at Wildwood                          Session 1 (2 weeks)                           Session 3 (2 weeks)
7:00 am Pre-Breakfast Jaunt (PBJ)    June 20–July 3                                July 18–July 31

8:00 am Breakfast
                                     Session 1A (1 week)                           Session 3A (1 week)
                                     June 20–June 26                               July 18–24
9:00 am Unit Time
                                     Session 2 (2 weeks)                           Session 4 (2 weeks)
10:00 am Nature Groups (NGs)         July 4–July 17                                August 1–14
12:00 pm Lunch                       Session 2A (1 week)                           Session 4A (1 week)
                                     July 4–10                                     August 1–7
1:00 pm Siesta
                                     Campers of all age groups may register for just the first week of a two-week
2:00 pm Discovery Groups (DGs)
                                     session and stay until Saturday morning.
4:00 pm Open Activity Time (OATs)

5:30 pm Unit Time                    Intersessions Overnight campers who stay at camp for more
6:00 pm Dinner                       than one consecutive session may choose to remain at camp
                                     between sessions
7:00 pm Evening Program
                                     Wildwood Warblers (ages 7–8)
                                     August 8–11
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Living Units
LEOPOLD CABINS
Boys entering grades 3–5
CARSON CABINS
Girls entering grades 3–5
THOREAU TENTS
Boys entering grades 6–7
FOSSEY WOODEN TENTS
Girls entering grades 6–7
ABBEY TENTS
Boys entering grades 8–9
DILLARD TENTS
Girls entering grades 8–9
YURTS
Wildwood Warblers, ages 7–8

                                     Activities                                Evening Programs (EPs) take place
                                                                               after dinner and enrich Wildwood’s
                                     Wildwood is all about choice and
                                                                               offerings with an all-camp or unit-
                                     exploration. Our daily schedule is
                                                                               based game or activity, such as night
                                     built around activity periods that
                                                                               hikes or sunset paddles. A few of
                                     feature a variety of programs for
                                                                               our favorites include Predator/Prey,
                                     campers to choose from.
                                                                               Heffalump Hunt, and campfires.
                                     Pre-Breakfast Jaunts (PBJs) give
                                     campers the opportunity to start
                                                                               Wildwood Warbler
                                     their day with activities like birding,
                                                                               Wildwood Warbler is a three-day
                                     paddling, and the always-popular
                                                                               overnight camp program providing
Meals                                Polar Bear Swim!
                                                                               younger campers (ages 7–8) with
Meals are a time to connect with     Nature Groups (NGs) empower               outdoor experiences and challenges
friends and bunkmates over           campers to discover field, forest,        appropriate for their age level.
family-style entrées. Campers        and wetland habitats and the
                                                                               Warbler campers participate in a
are served three well-balanced       intriguing behaviors of birds, insects,
                                                                               wide variety of outdoor activities
                                     mammals, invertebrates, and more
meals and an afternoon snack                                                   with their own counselors and
                                     through hands-on investigation.
each day. Example meals include                                                bunkmates. They join older campers
eggs, pancakes, sandwiches,          Discovery Groups (DGs) provide            for Discovery Groups and Open
turkey dinner, and spaghetti         campers with a unique experience          Activity Times, and the entire camp
with meatballs, with additional      to dive into more nature discovery        community for Evening Programs
choices at the salad bar.            investigations, arts and crafts, high-    and meals.
                                     ropes course challenges, paddling,
Our camp is entirely nut-free! Our                                             Warblers stay in the yurts and are
                                     sailing, improv games, wacky
kitchen is able to accommodate                                                 supervised by experienced staff who
                                     science, and much more.
specific dietary needs including                                               are enthusiastic, dedicated, and
                                     Open Activity Times (OATs) give           committed to helping children be
those of campers who follow
                                     campers free time to swim or paddle       comfortable and grow in the out-of-
vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free,
                                     on Hubbard Pond, join a game of           doors. Small group sizes create a safe
and dairy-free diets (and more!).
                                     soccer at the activity field, or simply   environment that is rich in individual
                                     relax and meet up with friends.           guidance and personal attention.

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My teen enjoyed the team spirit and camaraderie,
         being out in nature, learning new skills, and the
         sense of achievement.
            			             —­P arent of a 2019 Teen Adventure Trip Participant

Teen Adventure Trips
                             Ages 14–18

                                  Wildwood Teen Adventure
                                  Trips immerse campers
                                  ages 14-18 in the natural
                                  wonders of the Northeast’s
                                  most beautiful areas. All
                                  trips focus on developing
                                  a love of the outdoors, but
                                  each trip takes a unique
                                  approach. A wide variety of
                                  trip options accommodate
                                  many interests and levels of
                                  outdoor experience.

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Teen Adventure Trips
                                  Appropriate for teens with all levels of outdoor
                                  experience and good physical fitness.

                                  Acadia Adventure                                Backpacking the Berkshires
                                  June 20–26                                      July 4–10
                                  Breathe in the excitement of Maine’s            Set off on some of the world’s most
                                  Acadia National Park and enjoy                  famous foot paths as we explore the
                                  spectacular coastal views. We’ll                Berkshire and Taconic ranges during
                                  hike along the granite slopes of                this intermediate backpacking trek.
                                  Cadillac Mountain and bike Bar                  Trek over stunning mountains that

Adventure                         Harbor’s famous carriage roads.
                                  Watch for whales, seals, eagles, and
                                                                                  dominate the skyline of Western
                                                                                  Massachusetts, and take advantage

Awaits                            other wildlife while kayaking along
                                  coves and rocky shores. Spend the
                                                                                  of the endless opportunities for
                                                                                  personal growth and meaningful
                                  afternoon at one of the park’s scenic           time in nature with friends.
Trips begin with a half day of
                                  beaches and share stories of your               This itinerary includes five nights and
team-building and orientation     adventures around a cozy campfire.              four days of backpacking. Participants
at Wildwood. Groups then          This itinerary includes cycling; participants   can expect to carry an internal frame pack
travel to amazing locations       should be comfortable on a bicycle.             weighing 35-45 pounds while traveling up

throughout the Northeast.                                                         to ten miles per day. This intermediate level
                                  Paddling Vermont’s                              backpacking trip is appropriate for those
Along the way, campers
                                  Waterways                                       with prior backpacking experience or for
participate in outdoor                                                            beginners with prior camping experience
                                  June 27–July 3
adventures, learn the basics                                                      and good physical fitness.
                                  Explore the glacier-carved lowlands
of Leave No Trace camping         of the Vermont Piedmont afloat and
                                                                                  Paddling the Pioneer Valley
and trekking, and meet with       afoot on this beginner canoe trek.
                                  We’ll begin with an afternoon of
                                                                                  July 11–17
conservation professionals to                                                     Discover the Connecticut River and
                                  professional paddling instruction
participate in environmental      before loading up our canoes for a              its tributaries as we canoe through
study or service.                 two-day float downriver to develop              Massachusetts’ Pioneer Valley.
                                  our Leave No Trace wilderness ethic             Professional paddling instructors
Groups are small and co-ed,                                                       will take our skills to the next level
                                  and build outdoor skills. Once we’ve
with two leaders and 6–10         experienced the river valley by boat,           as we visit oxbow lakes, secluded
                                  we’ll strike out on foot to explore             islands, and riverside Mass Audubon
teens. Participants practice
                                  some of the ridges and peaks that               wildlife sanctuaries. Learn about the
hands-on skills in conservation
                                  surround it.                                    ecology of the Connecticut River and
and outdoor living and develop                                                    keep an eye out for eagles, otters,
knowledge of the region’s                                                         and more.

natural history.                                                                  This intermediate-level canoe trek is
                                                                                  appropriate for teens with prior camping or
                                                                                  paddling experience.

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Backpacking the Wild Whites                    day with a relaxing evening around             Caves and Waterfalls in the
July 18–24                                     the campfire with friends for an               Pioneer Valley
Hike across beautiful ridgelines               unforgettable adventure.                       August 8–14
and valleys in the White Mountains’                                                           Discover boulders, caves and
                                               Discovering the Long Trail
Pemigewasset Wilderness. On this                                                              waterfalls hidden throughout
challenging backpacking trip, we’ll            August 1–7
                                                                                              Massachusetts’ Pioneer Valley. This
summit several of New Hampshire’s              Gear up for a week-long adventure              trek delves into the fascinating
famed 4,000-foot peaks and take in             along the ridge of Vermont’s Green             natural history of the area with a
some of the best views New England             Mountains on this inspiring trek.              focus on geology and cave wildlife
has to offer.                                  The Long Trail is the oldest long-             ecology. We’ll explore natural caves
                                               distance hiking trail in the country           and waterfalls while learning about
This itinerary includes 30 miles of
                                               and traverses some of Vermont’s                how these features formed and
backpacking over approximately four
                                               highest peaks, offering breathtaking           how they support the local ecology.
days, hiking up to 10 miles per day. This
                                               vistas along the way. Teens will have          There will be plenty of hiking and
challenging backpacking trip is appropriate
                                               the opportunity to learn and practice          spelunking, not to mention a dip in a
for those with prior backpacking experience
                                               Leave No Trace camping skills and              waterfall pool!
or beginners with significant camping and
                                               fortify their confidence to thrive in
hiking experience and good physical fitness.
                                               the backcountry as they trek through
                                               remote Vermont Wilderness.
Maine Coast Kayaking
                                               This itinerary includes five nights and four
July 25–31                                     days of backpacking. Participants can expect
Venture out to sea to explore the              to carry an internal frame pack weighing
scenic coves and bays of the Maine             35-45 pounds while traveling up to ten miles
coast with professional sea-kayaking           per day. This intermediate level backpacking
guides. Keep your eyes peeled for              trip is appropriate for those with prior
wildlife, including seals, puffins, and        backpacking experience or for beginners
maybe even a whale as we paddle to             with prior camping experience and good
our island campsite. Learn the basics          physical fitness.
of kayaking and Leave No Trace
camping as we travel the high seas
and scenic beaches. Wrap up each
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Teen
Leadership Programs
              Ages 14–18

                   LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS   9
Environmental Leadership
   My child loved visiting              Nature needs the next generation of environmental leaders to
and working on a farm                   be ready. The goal of our Environmental Leadership Program
                                        (formerly Leaders-in-Training) is to equip and encourage teens to
and having a shared meal                be effective environmental advocates and conservation leaders in
                                        their homes and communities.
there, hiking Ascutney,
                                        Each teen will be given opportunities to practice leadership—
the composting project,                 through teaching, service, outdoor adventure, and more—among
                                        their peers and younger campers. Each group of participants will
the counselors, and the                 also focus on an environmental or conservation topic and how they
                                        apply their leadership skills to make a positive impact on the world.
camaraderie of the group.
They loved the feeling that
                                        Environmental Leadership Program Year 1
they had more freedom and               Ages 15–17
responsibility.                         First-year ELPs participate in team-building activities, an
                                        environmental service project, and act as leaders and role models
       —­P arent of a 2019 leadership   for their peers and younger campers. With the support and guidance
         program participant            of Wildwood staff, participants lead their peers in a program of their
                                        own creation. Off-site community service provides an opportunity to
                                        serve and connect with communities beyond Wildwood.

                                        Environmental Leadership Program Year 2
                                        Ages 16–17
SESSION DATES                           During their second summer of ELP, participants will dive deeper into
                                        the concepts of leadership, putting their skills into practice throughout
ELP Year 1: Session A                   the Wildwood program and beyond. Teens will leave with knowledge and
June 20–July 3                          experience in goal-based leadership and acting as a positive role model
                                        in their various communities. This session gives participants skills to
ELP Year 1: Session B                   build on for years to come—at home, at school, and beyond.*
July 4–17

ELP Year 2:
July 18–August 7                        Counselors-in-Training
                                        Ages 17–18
CIT:
                                        The Counselors-in-Training (CIT) program helps teens develop
July 4–August 7                         leadership skills, learn how to work with children, and share their
                                        love and knowledge of nature with younger campers. The summer
                                        starts with a weeklong training program before moving into
                                        cabins with the campers. Daily meetings will give CITs a chance to
                                        build community, share experiences, develop job skills, and the
                                        knowledge and experience to begin the transition from camper
                                        to counselor.*

                                        *Second-year ELPs and CITs are selected by application and interview. Contact the
                                        Wildwood office at 866-627-2267 or wildwood@massaudubon.org for more information.

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Wildwood Day Camp
         Campers ages 6­–11

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Camper Groups
                              Wildwood Day Camp provides unique nature-adventure
                              experiences for 6- to 11-year-olds. Campers are grouped
                              by age and activities are tailored to be developmentally
                              appropriate. Small groups are led by leaders who have
                              experience working with young children in experiential
                              outdoor education.

                              Session A            July 5­–12
                              Session B            July 12–16
Day Camp Hours                Session C            July 19–23
Monday–Friday
8:30 am–5:00 pm               Session D            July 26–30
                              Session E            August 2–6
                              Session F            August 9–13

 He really liked everything
 about the camp!              A Sample Day
       —­2019 Wildwood        Each morning, campers discover the day’s nature
        Day Camp Parent       theme before heading out to explore Wildwood’s
                              diverse habitats and wildlife. Daily afternoon
                              activities provide opportunities for campers to
                              connect with each other and nature and include
                              hikes, pond discovery, creative arts projects,
                              wilderness survival skills, and water games. And
                              no day at camp would be complete without a dip
                              or a paddle on Hubbard Pond!

                              Campers have opportunities to play outdoors,
                              make discoveries, and learn about making
                              choices. Our cozy camp areas create safe spaces
                              for relaxing, sharing, and learning with friends.
                              Lunch and snacks are included each day.

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Family Camp
   Fun for campers of all ages

                            FAMILY CAMP   13
Nature Together
                                               Family Camp is fun for campers of all ages—from toddlers to
                                               grandparents! Wildwood has just what your family needs to
                                               enjoy some quality time together in a safe, quiet, and beautiful
                                               natural setting. Bring the whole family to explore nature,
                                               reconnect, and meet other outdoor-loving families. Each family
                                               stays in its own cabin, wooden tent, yurt, or platform tent, or
                                               you can bring your own personal tent.

The activities were great and the pace                       Family Camp 1             August 16—20
was lovely. There was fellowship and
                                                             Family Camp 2             August 22—25
community-building, but it wasn’t forced.
It was really a great time for our family!                   Family Camp 3             August 26—29
        		        —­2 019 Family Camp Parent

                                           Fun for the Whole Family
                                           A variety of fun activities include swimming, kayaking,
                                           nature crafts, hiking, high-ropes course challenges,
                                           birding, and campfire songs, plus opportunities to relax
                                           and enjoy time spent in nature, both together and in
                                           separate, kid- or adult-only programs.

                                           Family Camp is a great way for parents to introduce future
                                           Wildwood campers to all the fun and excitement the
                                           outdoors has to offer.

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Wildwood                                                              Available during

Family Getaways
                                                                      May, September
                                                                      and October.

 Wildwood Getaway is the perfect opportunity for your family
 to relax and spend time in nature using our property as a
 campground. We will provide families with a unit to sleep and
 hang out in which includes a fire pit, outdoor sink, picnic table,
 benches and portable toilet. Families bring bedding, personal
 items and all cooking/cleaning gear. The waterfront is open
                    daily for swimming and boating.

                         For More
                         Information
                         For more information or to register
                         please email us at:  
                         wwgetaway@massaudubon.org

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Wildwood’s
     CPR AND AED CERTIFIED

     FIRST-AID CERTIFIED

     ON-SITE HEALTH CARE

     ACA ACCREDITED
                                                    Camp Staff
Summer Staff                              procedures, and environmental
                                          education. All camp staff hold CPR
Our camp staff includes educators,
naturalists, and college students
                                          and first-aid certifications as well                       14
                                          as activity-specific certifications.
from the U.S. and around the              We have around-the-clock, licensed
world—all dedicated adults who            health care staff on site along
bring the Wildwood program to life        with access to an on-call pediatric
through their creativity. Staff work      practice at nearby Monadnock
to create a positive community and        Community Hospital.
ensure each camper has a safe and
rewarding camp experience.
                                          Leadership Team
We select individuals who have
                                          Wildwood’s leadership team works
experience working with children
                                          year-round to develop high-quality
and a strong desire to share
                                          summer camp programming. We
their knowledge of the natural
                                          participate in ongoing professional
world. Our application process
                                          development provided by accredited
includes thorough interviews, and
                                          organizations such as the American
background and reference checks.
                                          Camp Association (ACA). We are
Staff are required to participate in an   always available to talk with families
intensive two-week training program       and campers to help them prepare
focused on child development and          for a successful camp experience.
supervision, health and safety

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Contact Us
                    Phone: 866-627-2267 or 603-899-5589
                    Email: wildwood@massaudubon.org
                    P.O. Box 826
                    27 Vining Road
                    Rindge, NH 03461

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                    massaudubon.org/wildwoodblog
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                    ––Get the latest news and information.
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    Get to Know Us Before Camp Starts!
          JOIN US FOR AN OPEN HOUSE ON
                 MAY 2 OR MAY 22
                   11 AM – 2 PM
    OR CONTACT US FOR A PERSONAL GUIDED TOUR
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Rates
 Rates && Dates
        Dates
                                 Session                                                                         Overnight Camp
OVERNIGHT CAMP                                               Dates           Member        Nonmember
                                 Length                                                                          *All Overnight Camp sessions are two weeks
                                                                                                                 long, but campers of any age may register for
Session 1                        Two weeks               June 20–July 3       $2,625             $3,025
                                                                                                                 just the first week of any session, departing on
Session 1A*                      One week                 June 20–26          $1,425             $1,625          the first Saturday of the session.
Session 2                        Two weeks                 July 4–17          $2,625             $3,025          **Wildwood Warbler is a 3-day overnight camp
Session 2A*                      One week                  July 4–10          $1,425             $1,625          experience for ages 7–8.
                                                                                                                 †
Session 3                        Two weeks                 July 18–31         $2,625             $3,025            Campers who stay for more than one
                                                                                                                 consecutive session may choose to remain
Session 3A*                      One week                  July 18–24         $1,425             $1,625
                                                                                                                 at camp between sessions by adding the
Session 4                        Two weeks                August 1–14         $2,625             $3,025          "Intersession" option.
Session 4A*                      One week                  August 1–7         $1,425             $1,625
Wildwood Warbler**               Three days               August 8–10          $425              $525
                  †
Intersessions                                                                  $160              $260

Teen Adventure Trips                                                                                    Day Camp
                                                                                                                                             Member or               Non-
TEEN ADVENTURE TRIPS                                   Dates            Member       Nonmember            DAY CAMP          Dates
                                                                                                                                          Rindge Resident           member
Acadia Adventure                                     June 20–26          $1,695         $1,895            Session A        July 5–12            $325                  $425

Paddling Vermont Waterways                      June 27–July 3           $1,695         $1,895            Session B        July 12–16           $325                  $425

Backpacking the Berkshires                            July 4–10          $1,695         $1,895            Session C       July 19–23            $325                  $425
                                                                                                          Session D       July 26–30            $325                  $425
Paddling the Pioneer Valley                           July 11–17         $1,695         $1,895
                                                                                                          Session E       August 2–6            $325                  $425
Backpacking the Wild Whites                          July 18–24          $1,695         $1,895
                                                                                                          Session F       August 9–13           $325                  $425
Maine Coast Kayaking                                 July 25–31          $1,695         $1,895

Discovering the Long Trail                           August 1–7          $1,695         $1,895
Caves & Waterfalls in the
                                                   August 8–14           $1,695         $1,895
Pioneer Valley

Teen Leadership Programs
ENVIRONMENTAL                                                                              COUNSELORS-IN-TRAINING                Dates           Member           Nonmember
                                           Dates            Member        Nonmember
LEADERSHIP
                                                                                           CIT Session                       July 4–August 7         $1,000          $1,400
ELP Year 1: Session A                 June 20–July 3         $2,300         $2,500
ELP Year 1: Session B                    July 4–17           $2,300         $2,500        ‡
                                                                                            ELP Year 2 and CIT participants are accepted by application
ELP Year 2   ‡
                                      July 18–August 7       $3,200         $3,600        and interview only. Please contact us for more information.

Family Camp                                 Family Camp Pricing: 4-Night Sessions (Session 1)                 Family Camp Pricing: 3-Night Sessions (Sessions 2 & 3)
Family                                        Accomodations             Per Adult          Per Child           Accomodations             Per Adult               Per Child
                 Session Dates                                       Member/Nonmember   Member/Nonmember                            Member/Nonmember          Member/Nonmember
Camp
                 August 16–20                 Platform Tent             $465/$665         $395/$595            Platform Tent            $365/$565               $295/$495
Session 1
                      (four nights)
                                              Cabin                     $500/$700         $425/$625            Cabin                    $400/$600               $325/$525
                 August 22–25                 Yurt                      $500/$700         $425/$625            Yurt                     $400/$600               $325/$525
Session 2
                  (three nights)
                                              Wooden Tent               $500/$700         $425/$625            Wooden Tent              $400/$600               $325/$525
                 August 26–29
Session 3
                  (three nights)              BYO Tent                  $435/$635          $375/$575           BYO Tent                 $335/$535                $275/$475

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To Register for Camp                              Important Deadlines
Visit massaudubon.org/wildwood or                 All camp forms, waivers, and the balance of
call 866-627-2267.                                your camp tuition are due by May 1. If you
                                                                                                        Mass Audubon’s 18 day camps
                                                  are registering after May 1, payment in full is
Registration Confirmation                         required and a specific camp form deadline will       are places where your child can
A confirmation email containing important
                                                  be set for you. A camper cannot attend camp           explore the outdoors, connect
documents and information will be sent once
                                                  and his/her spot is not guaranteed until all forms,   with nature, and make friends in
your camper’s registration has been processed.
                                                  waivers, and payments are completed (or a
                                                                                                        a fun, safe environment. Campers
Deposit                                           payment plan has been established).
A nonrefundable deposit of $100/camper/                                                                 discover unique natural settings
                                                  Camper Requirements                                   such as coastlines, mountains,
week is required to register for camp.
                                                  Campers are expected to be able to follow all
The deposit will be applied to your camp          COVID-19 safety protocols, including wearing          meadows, and more through
tuition and cannot be transferred to another      masks and maintaining social distancing. Camp         hands-on activities. Learn more
camper, family, or camp location. If you are      families will be required to complete a health        and register for a day camp near
registering after May 1, payment in full is       screening and attestation before their child can      you at massaudubon.org/camps
required (unless a payment plan has been          be admitted to camp. Campers are expected
established with the Camp Director).              to meaningfully participate in age-appropriate
                                                  activities, including outdoor exploration and
                                                                                                        Berkshires & Connecticut
Refund Policy                                     nature study. To ensure a successful camp             River Valley
A full refund, minus the nonrefundable
                                                  experience, please discuss any pertinent              Pleasant Valley, Lenox
deposit, is provided to camp families who
                                                  information regarding your child’s special needs      Arcadia, Easthampton & Northampton
cancel in writing on or before May 15. After
                                                  with the Camp Director. We can accommodate
May 15, no refund is available. Deposits are
not transferable, and refunds are not given
                                                  on a case-by-case basis in order to establish         Central Massachusetts
                                                  the best strategy for a great summer camp
for participant dismissal, failure to attend,                                                           Broad Meadow Brook, Worcester
                                                  experience. All campers must follow stated
absence, or sick days. If we must cancel a                                                              Wachusett Meadow, Princeton
                                                  behavioral expectations and safety rules. The
session, you will receive a full refund.
                                                  Camp Director reserves the right to dismiss a
Membership Discount                               camper when, in her judgment, the camper’s            Boston
Mass Audubon members at the Family level          behavior interferes with the rights of others or      Boston Nature Center,
or above receive a discounted rate. To qualify,   the smooth functioning of the group or activity,      Mattapan & West Roxbury
your membership must be current through           or violates the camp’s behavior policy. In such
your camper’s last session, and you must be       cases no refunds will be provided. If you have        Metro West
the parent, grandparent, or legal guardian        any questions regarding your child’s ability to
                                                                                                        Broadmoor, Natick
of the camper being enrolled. Membership          participate in our camp program, please contact
can be purchased or renewed at the time of        the Camp Director, Becky Gilles.                      Drumlin Farm, Lincoln
registration.                                                                                           Habitat, Belmont
                                                  Camp License
Refer-a-Friend Discount                           Our camp complies with all regulations and is
                                                                                                        North Shore
We offer a referral bonus to registered camper    licensed by the New Hampshire Department of
families who refer new campers to Wildwood.       Children & Family Services.                           Ipswich River, Topsfield
Contact the camp office for more information.
                                                  ACA Accreditation                                     Metro South
Financial Aid                                     We are proud to be accredited by the American
                                                                                                        Blue Hills Trailside Museum, Milton
Financial assistance is available based on        Camp Association. This nationally recognized
                                                  program focuses on program quality, health and        Museum of American Bird Art, Canton
demonstrated economic need and available
funds, and is generally limited to one session    safety, management, and camp operations.              Moose Hill, Sharon
per child; however, all applications are                                                                Stony Brook, Norfolk
considered. Please call the Camp Director to
request an application or download one at                                                               South East
massaudubon.org/campforms.                                                                              North River, Marshfield
Payment Plans                                                                                           Oak Knoll, Attleboro
Payment plan options are available. Please        Camp Policy Requests
contact the camp office for more information.     You may request copies of our background check,       Cape Cod
Transportation                                    healthcare, discipline, bullying, and grievance       Wellfleet Bay, Wellfleet
Transportation may be provided from               policies at any time.
Manchester or Boston Logan airports for                                                                 Martha’s Vineyard
                                                  Camp Contact Info
an additional fee. Please call the office to                                                            Felix Neck, Edgartown
                                                  Becky Gilles, Wildwood Director
arrange pickup.                                   603-899-5589 ext. 3701
                                                  bgilles@massaudubon.org
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About Mass Audubon
Mass Audubon protects more than 38,000 acres of land throughout Massachusetts, saving birds and
other wildlife, and making nature accessible to all. As Massachusetts’ largest nature conservation
nonprofit, we welcome more than a half million visitors a year to our wildlife sanctuaries and nature
centers. Today, Mass Audubon is a nationally recognized environmental education leader, offering
thousands of camp, school, and adult programs. With more than 135,000 members and supporters,
we advocate on Beacon Hill and beyond, and conduct conservation research to preserve the natural
heritage of our beautiful state. We welcome you to explore a nearby sanctuary, find inspiration, and get
involved. Learn how at massaudubon.org

More for Members
Mass Audubon membership is not just about summer fun for your campers: It includes free year-round
admission to our statewide network of wildlife sanctuaries, where the whole family can explore and
enjoy the outdoors. Members also enjoy great savings on nature programs and gift shop purchases.
Learn more at massaudubon.org/membership
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