Summer Group Programs
(Check with Park Office re: COVID-19 cancellations)
2020 GROUP PROGRAM SELECTION GUIDE – click HERE
2020 GROUP PROGRAM REQUEST FORM – click HERE
Besides the School and Scout Programs, the Cromwell Valley Park staff offers summer programs (June 22 – Aug 14) for other groups built around nature. These programs are intended to be fun and educational for groups of children during the summer. Each scheduled program will be an hour duration and may be held at Cromwell Valley Park or at a location of your choosing. Programs are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis. You will receive a confirmation by mail as soon as your request has been processed.
GROUP PROGRAM SELECTIONS AT YOUR SITE
Naturalist Choice ~ CVP Park Naturalist will provide a fun and educational program of our choice.
Animal Adaptations ~ We’ll bring animals and share how they are adapted to their environment.
Insect Safari ~ Learn the life cycle of insects, then go outside to see what we can find (site/weather permitting).
Group programs taking place at YOUR SITE are $100 for 1 hour.
GROUP PROGRAM SELECTIONS AT CROMWELL VALLEY PARK
All of our programs begin and end at the WILLOW GROVE FARM NATURE CENTER parking lot. Most programs include a hike that usually ends in the stream, so let us know if you do not want to get wet!
Naturalist Choice ~ CVP Park Naturalist will provide a fun and educational hike program of our choice.
Animal Adaptations ~ Observe a variety of animals to see how they are adapted to their environment.
Insect Safari ~ Search for insects in different habitats and learn about their life cycle and adaptations.
Stream Strollers ~ How does the health of our stream effect the Chesapeake Bay? Wade with us to catch the critters that live there. Water shoes are a must. NO SANDALS!
Group programs taking place at OUR SITE are $75 for 1 hour.
Baltimore County Recreation & Parks facilities and Non-Profits camps may book one program per season at no cost.
410.887.2503 or info@cromwellvalleypark.org
SUMMER NATURE CAMP
IN-PERSON CAMPS BELOW HAVE BEEN CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC RESTRICTIONS.
Wee Wanderers Nature Camp for Age 4 – Cost $120
(includes your $20 annual family membership)
THIS CAMP HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19
June 22, 2020 – June 26, 2020 – 9:30 a.m. – noon
Your child will enjoy nature crafts, hikes, games and animal talks. “It’s all about a sense of Wonder.” If your child is in diapers and not fully potty trained, a parent MUST stay during camp hours. All other parents are welcome to stay, but not required.
Outdoor Discoverers Nature Camp for Ages 5-7 – Cost $165
(includes your $20 annual family membership)
THIS CAMP HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19
Session 1: July 6, 2020 – July 10, 2020 – 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Session 2: July 20, 2020 – July 24, 2020 – 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Session 3: August 3, 2020 – August 7, 2020 – 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
We’ll set out to discover the forests, gardens, meadows and streams of CVP. Campers will enjoy daily hikes, games, songs and animal encounters.
Young Naturalists Nature Camp Ages 8-10 – Cost $165
(includes your $20 annual family membership)
THIS CAMP HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19
Session 1: July 13, 2020 – July 17, 2020 – 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Session 2: July 27, 2020 – July 31, 2020 – 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Session 3: August 10, 2020 – August 14, 2020 – 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Does your child loves nature, plants, animals, birds, bugs, bees, butterflies and exploring the great outdoors? Then, they will love this camp at CVP!
Natural Wonders Art Camp Ages 11-13 – Cost $165
(includes your $20 annual family membership)
THIS CAMP HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19
June 29, June 30, July 1 and July 2, 2020 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. There will be no camp on Friday, July 3rd.
Explore the connections between art and the natural world as we collect and transform natural materials into works of art!
DISCOUNTS will be available for multiple siblings. Each child may register only for ONE session during the entire summer. Cost includes the renewal Family Membership fee for 2020 and your membership will be valid until March 30, 2021.
Cromwell Valley Park Council and the Baltimore Co. Department of Recreation and Parks reserves the right to cancel a camp session. If a session is cancelled, all fees will be fully refunded.
CANCELLATION POLICY for Camp fees:
#Days Before Session Begins Refund amount
28 days + 100% of camp fee
27 – 21 days 50% of camp fee
20 -14 days 25% of camp fee
13 – 0 days 0% of camp fee
If your child withdraws from camp, CVPC MEMBERSHIP DUES are considered donations and are non-refundable.