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Summer Camps at Killens Pond

About Killens Pond
State Park Summer Camps

Registration begins
Friday, February 1, 2013
Call (302) 284-4299
to reserve your child's spot!

Pre-care for summer camps is available 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. and  post-care until 5p.m. for an additional fee.  Call (302) 284-4299. We reserve the right to cancel camps that have fewer than five participants.

 

How to Register

Call (302) 284-4299 to check availability, then download a registration packet, complete the form and either mail or fax it in, or drop it off at the park's Nature Center.

Send by Mail to:

Attn: Nature Center
5025 Killens Pond Road
Felton DE 19943

Or Fax to:
(302) 284-1003; OR


Or drop off registration forms to:

Killens Pond Nature Center between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Payment accepted:

Check, Cash or Credit Card (by phone or in person at the Nature Center)

Payment due:

To hold the spot in camp: $25 due per child per camp (non-refundable, but can be transferred to another available camp)
Remaining balance due June 1.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations or rescheduling must be received in writing 30 days before the start of camp in order to receive a refund. Cancellations or rescheduling will be subject to a $30 administrative fee. There will be no refunds or rescheduling within 30 days of the start of camp.

Please refer to the registration packet for other information and policies.

Find A Camp at
a Different Park:

Our Camps

Water Wonders

Session:
Monday, June 10, 2013 to Friday, June 14, 2013
Camp Day: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 9
Cost: $150 per camper

About the Program: We offer structured swim time at the waterpark working with lifeguards to improve swimming skills – all levels welcome. Explore the park through paddleboats, live animals, fishing, games, hiking and more!

Mad Scientists

Session:
Monday, June 17, 2013 to Friday, June 21, 2013
Camp Day: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 10
Cost: $160 per camper

About the Program: Calling all Mad Scientists! Love to experiment and make stuff? We will conduct ooey gooey science experiments, make objects fly, and drop eggs off the roof! Dress to get messy!

Fishing Camp

Session:
Monday, June 24, 2013 to Friday, June 28, 2013
Camp Day: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Ages: 8 to 11
Cost: $180 per camper

About the Program: Find out what’s scaly, slippery and slimy. Enjoy freshwater fishing, a charter boat trip, crabbing, fish dissection and more. Try to catch “The Big One.” No experience required.

Outdoor Survivors

Session:
Monday, July 08, 2013 to Friday, July 12, 2013
Camp Day: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Ages: 9 to 13
Cost: $200 per camper

About the Program: Hone your tracking, shelter-building, fire-making skills and much more. Stay overnight at the Nature Center Thursday night with campfire cooking for dinner, Friday breakfast and lunch. Pack toothbrushes and pajamas!

Defenders of Delaware

Session:
Monday, July 15, 2013 to Friday, July 19, 2013
Camp Day: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 9
Cost: $160 per camper

About the Program: From building catapults to exploring the secrets of defending our state, this camp has it all. Trips include Fort Delaware, Fort Miles, the Towers, museums and more.

It’s All Fun & Games

Session:
Monday, July 22, 2013 to Friday, July 26, 2013
Camp Day: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 10
Cost: $150 per camper

About the Program: Play games all around the park, from the fields to the pond and everywhere in between. This camp is all fun and games all the time.

Animal Camp

Session:
Monday, July 29, 2013 to Friday, August 02, 2013
Camp Day: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 9
Cost: $160 per camper

About the Program: Where are all the wild things? In the forest, the pond, and the sky. Learn about “snakes, turtles, and lizards, oh my!” and take a trip to the Brandywine Zoo.

Nature Explorers

Session:
Monday, August 05, 2013 to Friday, August 09, 2013
Camp Day: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 9
Cost: $150 per camper

About the Program: Killens Pond is full of amazing places and creatures. Explore the park through hiking, boating, games, crafts and activities. Every day will be an adventure.

Boats Everywhere!

Session:
Monday, August 12, 2013 to Friday, August 16, 2013
Camp Day: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Ages: 8 to 12
Cost: $170 per camper

About the Program: Travel the waterways and learn basic boating safety and techniques. Kayaks, canoes, pontoon boats, paddleboats and a catamaran trip will spark your love of the water.