From the shores of Lake Erie to the launching pad of a rocket, amazing adventures in the great outdoors await!
Our summer camps offer preschoolers and students the opportunity to explore and connect with the outdoors, meet new friends, encounter local wildlife and discover the wonders of the sky in Schuele Planetarium. Campers will engage in hands-on, nature-based activities that integrate science, math, literacy and the arts as they discover their backyard and beyond at Lake Erie Nature & Science Center.
Refund Policy: Notification is required one week prior to the start of a program to be eligible for a refund. A service fee of 5% will be applied to all refunds. Please note there are no refunds for missed classes, and make-up classes are not provided.
2025 Summer Camps
Registration is open and ongoing. Please call 440-871-2900 or email info@lensc.org to be added to a waitlist.
Summer Nature Nuts
For children ages 3 – 6
Adventure awaits! Explore the outdoors, make crafts, meet live animals, and discover the joys of science and nature! We will provide water breaks with paper cups. Please do not send snacks with your child. Sunscreen is recommended. Children must be fully bathroom independent.
Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays,
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Mondays or Tuesdays
12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
8-week session: June 2 – July 30
(No camp the week of June 30 – July 4)
Fee: $450/child
Sold Out. Please email info@lensc.org to be added to a waitlist.
Kindercamp
For children ages 4 – 6
The wonder of nature is at your fingertips! Explore the outdoors, make crafts and meet live animals. Dress for messy fun and wear your favorite hiking shoes. With a different and exciting theme each week, you can sign up for one or all of these camps. Sunscreen is recommended.
3-day camp, Tuesdays through Thursday
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Camp 1: June 10 – 12
Camp 2: June 17 – 19
Camp 3: June 24 – 26
Camp 4: July 8 – 10
Camp 5: July 15 – 17
Camp 6: July 22 – 24
Camp 7: July 29 – 31
Camp 8: August 5 – 7
Fee: $170/child per camp
Sold Out. Please email info@lensc.org to be added to a waitlist.
STEM Camp
For students who have completed grades 1 – 5
Spend the summer exploring different topics each week! Each camp will include an outdoor hike, STEM activities, animal encounters, and hands-on discovery. Please be prepared to hike with sturdy shoes, sunscreen, bug spray, a water bottle, and a packed lunch.
3-day camp, Tuesdays through Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
June 17 – 19: Art and Science
June 24 – 26: Science of Flight
July 8 – 10: Space Robots
July 15 – 17: Nature Adventures
July 22 – 24: Exoplanet Explorers
July 29 – 31: Engineering Design Challenge
August 5 – 7: Reptiles and Amphibians
Fee: $275/child per camp
Rocket Camp
For students who have completed grades 3 – 6
Learn all about rockets during this one-day rocket adventure! View footage on the planetarium dome of historic NASA rocket launches, then assemble and safely launch your own rocket. Campers must bring a water bottle and a packed lunch. Please dress for outdoor activities with sturdy shoes.
Family members are encouraged to attend the rocket launch at 2:00 p.m.
Friday, August 1
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $90/child
Sold Out. Please email info@lensc.org to be added to a waitlist.
Lake Erie Nature & Science Center is a registered service provider of the Ohio Afterschool Child Enrichment (ACE) educational savings account program. The Ohio ACE program provides funds for students and families to use on various enrichment and educational activities, including tutoring, day camps, music lessons, study skills services and field trips. This program is available to any Ohio child ages 6 to 18 years old who meets at least one of the eligibility requirements. Learn more at aceohio.org.
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