Tennessee Environmental Science Camps and Programs

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Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont

Come with us on an awesome outdoor adventure in the Smokies! Imagine splashing around in an icy cold mountain stream, climbing ridges to an unbelievable view, or choosing from a variety of activities to discover nature through hands-on explorations, day hikes and crafts. Tremont Institute offers an in-depth summer learning experience that fosters an understanding of the beautiful Smoky Mountains and encourages a lifelong appreciation and stewardship of the environment. From backpacking in the wilderness to learning about the secret haunts of salamanders, Tremont Institute offers a variety of opportunities to serve different interests, abilities and...

Smoky Mountain Adventure Camp

Smoky Mountain Adventure Camp, situated adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and the Cherokee National Forest, is only a short distance from the popular resort town of Gatlinburg. Campers enjoy a full adventure experience as we cave, hike, backpack, tube, canoe, rappel, rock climb, ride horses, white-water raft, and participate in outdoor and naturalist programs. We also participate in challenge activities and we stress team building and leadership. Our programs are tailored to the individual skills and ability levels of the campers so everyone can enjoy the high-adventure activities. We can also keep it a little more traditional for...


About Tennessee Environmental Science Camps and Programs

Activities and programs vary depending on the environmental camp your child attends. One camp may focus on conserving a certain animal species, while another may dedicate its programs to teaching about recycling and waste reduction. Others provide outdoor activities like hiking, wildlife observation, canoeing and environmental photography to let children explore and study the environment more effectively. Parents have the option between same sex and coed environmental camps. Most of these camps are offered during the summer season.

Highlights: Many environmental camps provide an educational program. They allow children to engage in outdoor habitat exploration, laboratory activities and creative arts that pertain to conservation. In camps that focus on wildlife conservation, participants can volunteer in animal hospitals to feed, care for and clean animal species. Hands-on wilderness survival training is provided in wilderness awareness camps.

Regional Considerations: Environmental camps have various types of educational offerings. For example, if you want your child to learn more about coastal conservation or protection of marine animals, check out environmental camps that are located in coastal regions.

What to Pack: Since most of these are environmental summer camps, you can expect that your child will be outdoors even during the hottest hours of the day. Protect your child by including high SPF sunscreen. Heat protective gear like hats and sunglasses may be required. Your child will probably need a pair of binoculars for wildlife observation and other survival tools as indicated by the camp personnel.

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About Tennessee Environmental Science Camps and Programs

Activities and programs vary depending on the environmental camp your child attends. One camp may focus on conserving a certain animal species, while another may dedicate its programs to teaching about recycling and waste reduction. Others provide outdoor activities like hiking, wildlife observation, canoeing and environmental photography to let children explore and study the environment more effectively. Parents have the option between same sex and coed environmental camps. Most of these camps are offered during the summer season.

Highlights: Many environmental camps provide an educational program. They allow children to engage in outdoor habitat exploration, laboratory activities and creative arts that pertain to conservation. In camps that focus on wildlife conservation, participants can volunteer in animal hospitals to feed, care for and clean animal species. Hands-on wilderness survival training is provided in wilderness awareness camps.

Regional Considerations: Environmental camps have various types of educational offerings. For example, if you want your child to learn more about coastal conservation or protection of marine animals, check out environmental camps that are located in coastal regions.

What to Pack: Since most of these are environmental summer camps, you can expect that your child will be outdoors even during the hottest hours of the day. Protect your child by including high SPF sunscreen. Heat protective gear like hats and sunglasses may be required. Your child will probably need a pair of binoculars for wildlife observation and other survival tools as indicated by the camp personnel.

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