Spring Break Camps 2025

Spend spring break outdoors at the nature center. The weather might be unpredictable, but the forecast shows 100% chance of learning and fun!

The Details

Dates Single-day camps
Shepard Farm^: March 10, 11, 12, and 17
Main Property*: March 24, 25, 26, and 27

^Aligns with SoWashCo's spring break.
*Aligns with ISD 197's spring break.
Time 8:15 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location Main Property in West St. Paul or Shepard Farm in Cottage Grove.
Note the property when registering for camps!
Ages Main Property: grouped by kids in grades K–1, 2–4, and 5–8.
Shepard Farm: grouped by kids in grades K–1, 2–3, 4–5, and 6–8.
Cost $65/day. Scholarships are available for financial assistance—apply online.

How registration works


Spring Break Camp registration is done is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Registration is now open!

  1. Navigate to your desired camps from the blue and red blocks below by selecting Register for Camp.
  2. Select Register Now on your desired camp.
  3. You’ll be redirected to the camp registration page on SmartRec by Amiliaour third-party registration system. Follow the prompts to either log into your account or create one.

See full instructions here on how to create an Amilia account and register for camp.

Camps in Cottage Grove


March 10, 11, 12, and 17

See titles, descriptions, and dates of camps offered at Shepard Farm in Cottage Grove.

These camps align with SoWashCo‘s spring break.

Register for Camp

Camps in West St. Paul


March 24, 25, 26, and 27

See titles, descriptions, and dates of camps offered at the Main Property in West St. Paul.

These camps align with ISD 197‘s spring break.

Register for Camp

Registration FAQs


Camp Policies & Information

What to bring to camp, check-in and checkout details, cancellation policy, and more.

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