RECON Kids Camp
RECON - Recreate Explore Connect
Connecting Kids & nature
Welcome to our 5-day RECON Kids Camp, where adventure meets education in the great outdoors. Join us for a week of hands-on learning as your child discovers the art of outdoor living and nature study.
From cooking over an open fire to navigating by map and compass, building shelters, making rope, nature journaling and crafting using simple tools - we’re ready to ignite a passion for nature in every camper. Let the exploration begin!
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Recreate (v) to give new life or freshness to
Giving kids an opportunity to be away from the complexities of the modern world and connect with the rhythms of nature.
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Explore (v)
1 - to investigate, study, or analyze
2 - to travel over (new territory) for adventure or discovery
Curiosity will lead campers on their own journeys as they discover new skills and learn to unlock the stories of nature.
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Connect (v) to become joined
People, especially kids, have an intrinsic need to connect with the natural world. Likewise, our wild places need people who care about them.
Our goal is to help kids connect with nature, through learning & play and by fostering a culture of curiosity.
Camp Details:
Topics/ Ecology, Outdoor Cooking, Land Navigation, Shelter Construction, Fire Building, Nature Journaling & more
Students/ Ages 7-14
Location/ Our 40 acre school in Durham, NH, Located on Wiswall Road across from Juniper Lane.
Instructor/ Shaun Flynn - Registered Maine Guide, Licensed NH Guide
Fee/ $515
Food/ Please bring a lunch & snacks each day. We will be cooking some food over the fire as well.
Suggested Gear/ Click here for our suggested gear list.
Scholarship Opportunities/ Check out some scholarship opportunities here
Certified New Hampshire Youth Skills Camp
Please review our school policies for additional information.
2024 Schedule:
Session 1: June 24th-28th
Session 2: July 15th-19th
9am - 3pm Monday - Friday
TYPICAL DAY AT CAMP:
9:00 - 9:15 Arrival & activity in the front field
9:15 - 11:45 Morning lessons & activities
11:45 - 12:30 Lunch
12:30 - 2:30 Afternoon lessons & activities
2:30 - 2:45 Circle up & daily review
2:45 - 3:00 Departure
Explore our other Kids & Family programs:
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RECON Family Day
Together Outdoors
A day for the whole family exploring together in nature. Build a fire, cook a meal & play games to learn about or natural world.
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Maple Syrup Making
Come see our home sugaring operation and learn how you can make your own syrup at home.
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Campfire Cooking
Up your cooking game for your next family camping trip and Join us for a meal over the fire. We will be learning how to cook over the open fire, bake and use a Dutch oven.
