Camps
Campers have fun while gaining appreciation for nature by exploring natural areas, meeting live animals, and getting their hands dirty.
Camps at Dodge
Read about our school-age seasonal camp offerings.
Summer Camps
Bring your sense of adventure to camp this summer. New friendships and a sense of independence included in this summer experience!
For kids entering Grades 1–8
June–August • Four-day camps • 8:15 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
For ages 3–5, see Dodge Nature Preschool’s six-week summer program.
To provide equitable access to summer camp for all families, we ran a lottery process in February and placed kids in their desired camps.
Remaining camp spaces are now open to the public for first-come, first serve registration!
Fall Break Camps
Fall camps are full of energy and seasonal color. Send the kids on over to the nature center during MEA break!
For kids in Grades K–8
October • Single-day camps • 8:15 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Main Property (West St. Paul) and Shepard Farm (Cottage Grove)
Registration opens in September.
Spring Break Camps
Spend spring break outdoors. The weather might be unpredictable, but the forecast shows a 100% chance of fun!
For kids in Grades K–8
March • Single-day camps • 8:15 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Main Property (West St. Paul) and Shepard Farm (Cottage Grove)
Registration opens in March.
