Young Explorers Camp (Ages 5 - 6)

*Please note that the website will say that it is “full” until registration opens on 10th Feb.*
During Young Explorers, campers spend the morning learning about the natural world through hands-on activities and pure adventuring over our beautiful 900-acre field station. Topics may vary from insects to pond life to the science of smell!  The small group of campers is led by 2 Clifton instructors, who will help students learn how to prepare for being outdoors and work with others in addition to the natural history of the Piedmont.  Campers must bring their own snacks and reusable water bottles.  
Ages: 5-6 at the time of camp. *This is a drop-off program*
Time: 9AM – 12PM, Monday – Friday
Cost: $155 for first camper, $125 for each additional camper. 
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations prior to 10 days before the start of camp will receive a refund, minus a $50 nonrefundable registration fee. Cancellations within 10 days of camp start date forfeit full tuition.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations more than 3 weeks before the start of camp will receive a full refund. Cancellations less than 3 weeks before the start of camp or failure to submit paperwork by the deadline made less than 3 weeks before the start of camp will receive a refund minus a $50 registration fee.
Paperwork Deadline: You should receive a confirmation email upon registration, which will contain a link for filling out your camper’s emergency contact form and liability waiver. The deadline for submission of paperwork will be May 19th, 2026. If you do not submit your paperwork by the deadline, you will be refunded all but the $50 and the spot will be offered to the next person on the wait list. Paperwork is important for us to plan!  
Vaccination Policy: All staff and campers aged 5 and above must be up-to-date with all Virginia Board of Health School Immunization requirements for the appropriate age (found here). 
Scholarships: If you are interested in a scholarship, please fill out this 2026 Scholarship Application and wait for staff to contact you. If approved, we will register your campers from our end so that you are not charged the full fee. We don’t want financial limitations to get in the way of your child attending camp!