2023-2024 Day Camps!
Welcome to the Tallahassee Museum’s camp program! As a nationally accredited history and natural science museum, we are excited to bring science and the arts, to life through engaging hands-on activities. Our integrated approach implements creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and communication into each day’s lesson plan. From encounters with wildlife to exploring cultural heritage, your child will have an enriching camp experience at the Tallahassee Museum.
For more information, please check out the Parent Handbook below. If you still have questions, then please email registrations@tallahasseemuseum.org
REGISTRATIONS
Day camps are designed for Kindergarten – 5th graders.
Camp is from 9am-4pm $60 members/$65 nonmember
Extended care is 7:45am-9am and 4pm-5:30pm for $8
Must register online.
Online registration will close 72 hours before the start of camp.
A $25 administrative fee for program date/time change is applied to any change made in addition to the allowed change, or one that is less than 2 weeks prior.
Please see Parent Handbook for information on refunds.
Tree to Tree Adventure Camps: Parents must complete the Tree-to-Tree e-zwaiver prior to day camp. Children 41” – 60” tall may use the TREEmendous Adventures Course, $15 per child. Children at least 54” tall may use the Canopy Crossing Course, $25 per child. You will receive an email closer to the start of camp to pay this fee.
****Fees are in addition to the camp fee. Tree to Tree waivers must be filled out each time your child participates in the course.***
CAMP LUNCH PROGRAM
The Museum’s Trail Break Café offers a lunch program for K-5th grade campers. Lunch order forms may be downloaded from the forms section. Forms should be filled out by a parent or guardian, and sent with payment to camp with campers.
FORMS
Parent Handbook (please review this)
Pick Up Authorization (in addition to any names your provided during registration)
Medication Dispense Form (if your camper(s) needs to take medication during camp hours)
Camp Lunch Form (if you want to purchase lunch from the museum)
Themes
December 20 – Hibernation Station
Did you know Florida black bears don’t actually hibernate? We will spend the day during about the similarities and differences in animals that hibernate. Don’t worry – there will be no sleeping!
December 21 – Outdoor Explorers – T2T
Is this dangerous? Campers will learn how to stay safe while exploring nature. We will forge for food, learn how to build a campfire, and enjoy the sounds of nature. They will even have the chance to participate in Tree to Tree Adventures.
Tree to Tree Adventure Camps: Parents must complete the Tree-to-Tree e-zwaiver prior to day camp. Children 41” – 60” tall may use the TREEmendous Adventures Course, $15 per child. Children at least 54” tall may use the Canopy Crossing Course, $25 per child. You will receive an email closer to the start of camp to pay this fee.
****Fees are in addition to the camp fee. Tree to Tree waivers must be filled out each time your child participates in the course.***
December 22 – Old Fashion Fun
Campers will spend the day learning about the 1880’s farmstead. They will learn to make butter, hand wash clothes, and play games children back then would have played.
December 27 – International Visit a Zoo Day
In honor of International Visit a Zoo Day, campers will learn all about the museums animals and all the work behind taking care of them.
December 28 – Things that Fly – T2T
Birds fly. Insects fly. Planes fly. Campers fly..? Today we will discover all things that fly including campers! They will get to participate in Tree to Tree Adventures!
Tree to Tree Adventure Camps: Parents must complete the Tree-to-Tree e-zwaiver prior to day camp. Children 41” – 60” tall may use the TREEmendous Adventures Course, $15 per child. Children at least 54” tall may use the Canopy Crossing Course, $25 per child. You will receive an email closer to the start of camp to pay this fee.
****Fees are in addition to the camp fee. Tree to Tree waivers must be filled out each time your child participates in the course.***
December 29 – Happy New Year
Learn about different New Year traditions and make crafts to go along with them. Campers will be ready to count down to the New Year!
January 2 – Using Your Ssssenses
Campers will learn about the 5 senses. They will also learn that other animals have different senses and rely on one more than another. Put your listening ears on and open your eyes to the wonders around us.
January 3 – Things that Make You Say “Ew”
Campers will get to spend the day getting gross! They will learn about animal scat, compost, and explore the stickiness around us. Gross!
January 4 – Longleaf Pine Restoration – T2T
In the morning campers will get a chance to participate in Tree to Tree Adventures. Spend the day learning about the importance of the longleaf pine ecosystem and prescribed burning. We will even make a fire!
Tree to Tree Adventure Camps: Parents must complete the Tree-to-Tree e-zwaiver prior to day camp. Children 41” – 60” tall may use the TREEmendous Adventures Course, $15 per child. Children at least 54” tall may use the Canopy Crossing Course, $25 per child. You will receive an email closer to the start of camp to pay this fee.
****Fees are in addition to the camp fee. Tree to Tree waivers must be filled out each time your child participates in the course.***
January 5 – Jr. Zoo Keeper
Campers will learn what it is like to be a zookeeper. It is important to have knowledge about the animals and know what makes them happy and healthy.
March 11 – Outdoor Explorers – T2T
Campers will get a chance to participate in Tree to Tree Adventures. Then they will learn how to stay safe while exploring nature. We will learn how to build a campfire and enjoy the sounds of nature.
Tree to Tree Adventure Camps: Parents must complete the Tree-to-Tree e-zwaiver prior to day camp. Children 41” – 60” tall may use the TREEmendous Adventures Course, $15 per child. Children at least 54” tall may use the Canopy Crossing Course, $25 per child. You will receive an email closer to the start of camp to pay this fee.
****Fees are in addition to the camp fee. Tree to Tree waivers must be filled out each time your child participates in the course.***
March 12 – Histories Mysteries
The Tallahassee Museum has a lot of history. Together we will explore the historic buildings, discover the past, and learn what it was like to be a child in the 1880s.
March 13 – Grossology
Today we will be testing different slimes, learning about the digestive system, and play in the mud. Plan to get dirty and smelly!
March 14 – Save the Florida Panther Day
The third Saturday in March is designated in statute as Save the Florida Panther Day and is officially proclaimed each year by the Governor to renew Florida’s commitment to the conservation of its beloved state animal, the elusive and endangered Florida panther.
March 15 – Celebrating Jim Gary
In honor of Jim Gary’s birthday, we are celebrating his life and accomplishments. We will tour our collection of dinosaurs made from recycled car parts, create our own recycled projects, and learn about dinosaurs!
March 18 – Spring Equinox
What is the spring equinox? The equinox marks the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, but to be more specific, it’s the day the sun’s rays shine onto the equator while the Earth sits with its axis tilted neither toward nor away from the sun. This causes 12 hours of sunlight almost everywhere on Earth. So let’s enjoy every bit of it!
April 1 – Swamp Adventures – T2T
The Tallahassee Museum sits next to Lake Bradford. We are also surrounded by cypress trees and other swamp creatures. Let’s explore the area together!
Campers will also participate in Tree to Tree Adventures in the morning.
Tree to Tree Adventure Camps: Parents must complete the Tree-to-Tree e-zwaiver prior to day camp. Children 41” – 60” tall may use the TREEmendous Adventures Course, $15 per child. Children at least 54” tall may use the Canopy Crossing Course, $25 per child. You will receive an email closer to the start of camp to pay this fee.
****Fees are in addition to the camp fee. Tree to Tree waivers must be filled out each time your child participates in the course.***
