How to Apply – Summer

Please note: Summer 2024 will look different than past years because of a construction project on our playground. During construction, we plan to offer many similar experiences in separate areas around the nature center (sandbox, water play, fenced play area, and other options for big-body play).

Summer Calendar 2024


After March 11, 2024 – Placements made on an ongoing basis as openings are available.
June 20, 2024 – Summer Orientation / Open House
June 24, 2024 – Summer Program Begins
July 4 & 5, 2024 – No Summer Program, Fourth of July Holiday
August 6, 2024 – Last day of Summer Program

Summer Sessions for 3- to 5-year-olds


Choose from summer mornings or afternoons June 24 through August 6.

Morning Sessions
8:45–11:30 a.m.
Tuesday and Thursday: $605
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: $810
Monday through Friday: $1,415

Afternoon Sessions
12:45–3:30 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday: $605
Monday and Wednesday: $605
Monday through Thursday: $1,175

Ready for Kindergarten


Designed for children entering kindergarten, this camp offers older preschoolers a more focused exploration of nature topics, learning through play, and building social relationships. Outside together, campers will journey and play through the far-reaching corners of Dodge Nature Center. Inside, they will work on art activities, enjoy cooking projects, and read together from favorite chapter books.

Morning Session  
8:45–11:30 a.m.
Monday through Friday: $1,415

Afternoon Session
12:45–3:30 p.m.
Monday through Thursday: $1,175

Tuition Policy


Payment for the summer program is due within 2 days of placement notification. There will be no reduction in tuition for days missed or days that school is closed. All requests for cancellations will be assessed a $75 processing fee. Refunds will not be issued for cancellation requests made after May 1.

The application below is for SUMMER only. To apply for the SCHOOL YEAR 2024-25, please Click Here.

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