Metroparks Camps
Any time of the year is prime time for adventure, building new skills, making memories and learning about the natural world around you. Whether it's kayaking at Blue Creek in the summer or exploring a winter wonderland at Oak Openings by snowshoe in winter, Metroparks offers opportunities for kids to connect with nature and get outside all year long.
For camp registration assistance call 419-407-9789.
For additional information call 419-407-9704.
Spring Camps
General Information:
In the event of a cancellation, refunds are issued as follows. If the cancellation is received more than 31 days prior to the start of the camp session, a full refund will be issued. If the cancellation is received 15-30 days prior to the camp session, a 50 percent of the payment price will be refunded. If the notification is received 14 days or less in advance, no refund will be issued.
School may be closed for the day, but the parks are open! What better way to spend your day off than with fun, age-appropriate camp activities at the park? Each camp day is a unique adventure with nature-based winter activities, including nature walks, outdoor skills, arts & crafts, games, and more. Daily snack included.
Summer Camps
Summer is prime time for adventure, building new skills, making memories and learning about the natural world around you. Each camp is held daily, with rainy day program options, all equipment provided and a daily snack provided. Camps run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Reservations opened to the public on Friday, March 1 at 9 a.m.
Outdoor Adventurers (Ages 8 to 12)
Oak Openings Preserve
Reservations Required, Fee: $225
Learn and play the Metroparks way at Outdoor Adventurers Camp! Join us as we discover northwest Ohio’s rare habitats and try exciting outdoor skills, such as archery, stand-up paddleboarding, and tree climbing. Campers will get to know themselves, new friends, and the environment through immersive nature-based activities, including nature hikes, wildlife viewing, crafts, games, and more!
Session 1: June 3 through 7 WAITING LIST
Session 2: June 17 through 21 WAITING LIST
Session 3: July 8 through 12 WAITING LIST
Session 4: July 29 through August 2 WAITING LIST
Outdoor Explorers Camp (Ages 5 to 7)
Wildwood Preserve, Metroparks Hall
Reservations Required, Fee: $190
Whether the park is already your favorite place to play, or outdoor adventure is brand new, all explorers are welcome to Be Here, Be You! Join us as we discover diversity, ramble in the river, travel in time, and embark on an exciting week-long journey to delve deep into northwest Ohio’s rare ecosystems. Campers will get to know themselves, new friends, and the environment through immersive nature-based activities, including nature hikes, wildlife viewing, hands-on experiments, crafts, games, outdoor skills, and more.
Session 1: June 3 through 7 WAITING LIST
Session 2: June 10 through 14 WAITING LIST
Session 3: June 24 through 28 WAITING LIST
Session 4: July 15 through 19 WAITING LIST
Session 5: July 22 through 26 WAITING LIST
Session 6: July 29 through August 2 WAITING LIST
Archery Camp (Ages 8 to 12)
Westwinds Metroparks
June 10 through 14
Reservations Required, Fee: $195
Give Archery a shot this summer at Westwinds Metropark. Metroparks experts will transform participants from “campers” into “archers” over five days of basic archery instruction. Sling arrows at life-sized, 3 dimensional animal targets on the 3D archery course and hone your sharpshooting skills on the static archery range. Archery camp content is designed for the skills and abilities of 8-12 year old campers and is not appropriate for younger children. No experience necessary and all equipment and daily snack is provided.
Survival Camp (Ages 8 to 12)
Oak Openings Preserve
June 24 through 28
Reservations Required, Fee: $210
Shelter, water, fire, food! Do you know the basics needed to survive in the out-of-doors? Campers will work with nature to practice techniques and sharpen survival skills to feel at home in the globally unique Oak Openings wilderness during this exciting and active camp! Survival Camp content is designed for the skills and abilities of 8-12 year old campers and is not appropriate for younger children. The camp will be held daily, with rainy day program options if necessary. Campers should pack a lunch and water bottle for each day.
Art of Nature (Ages 11 to 14)
Brookwood, Brookwood Center
July 8 through 12
Reservations Required, Fee: $220
Are you ready for an artistic adventure? Wild about watercolor? Art of Nature camp provides campers with new creative opportunities and experiences in our northwest Ohio region. Campers will enjoy age-appropriate eco-friendly art activities exploring Metroparks' habitats through upcycled crafts, nature journaling, painting, drawing, music, and more!
Paddling Camp (Ages 8 to 12)
Blue Creek, Nona France Quarry
July 15 through 19
Reservations Required, Fee: $210
Beat the heat and make a splash at this action-packed week-long camp! Build paddling techniques and teamwork skills as you learn the basics of canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding in a safe and fun environment. Paddling Camp includes in-water activities so campers should be prepared to get wet.
