Adventure Camp
A nature-filled outdoor learning experience that sparks confidence, creativity and curiosity through hands-on exploration at the Ashokan Center.
Who It Serves
Children and youth who love the outdoors, adventure, science, discovery and hands-on learning.
Ages 8 to 14
Season
Summer Sessions
Location
The Ashokan Center
Cost
FREE for all participants
About the Program
Adventure Camp gives children the opportunity to explore nature, build confidence and develop leadership skills through guided outdoor activities. Campers experience hiking, ecology, forest games, team challenges and creativity in nature.
Location, Schedule & What's Included
Location
Program Day & Time
What's Included
- Free Camp Admission
- Outdoor Adventure Activities
- Guided Nature Hikes
- Ecology and Wildlife Lessons
- Team Building Challenges
- Creative Nature Arts
- All Materials Provided
- Lunch, Snack Provided
- Adventure Camp Shirt (optional)
- Certificate of Completion
- Group Photos
- Onsite Supervision by Trained Outdoor Educators
All materials, equipment and instruction are FREE for every participating child.

A Week in the Wild
Adventure Camp invites kids into the heart of nature for a week of hands-on learning and outdoor exploration. Through guided hikes, ecology lessons, team-building activities and creative adventures, children learn to navigate the natural world with confidence and curiosity.
Led by outdoor educators at the Ashokan Center, campers discover the importance of stewardship, respect for the environment and the joy of being unplugged in nature. From forest trails to meadows, streams and wildlife encounters, every moment inspires growth, wonder and imagination.
What Kids Learn
Outdoor Safety
Leadership
Teamwork
Nature Literacy
Problem Solving
Confidence
Environmental Stewardship
Creativity
Curiosity
Program Highlights

Into the Wild
Long walks that feel like discoveries, where every turn teaches kids to notice, wonder, and roam with confidence.

Circle of Warmth
Gathering close, learning ancient skills, sharing stories, and feeling the calm power of warmth and togetherness.

Create & Imagine
Loose ideas, busy hands, and the joy of making something that didn't exist before.

Sounds of the Forest
Rhythms, voices, and instruments blending with nature, where play turns into music and music turns into memory.
Family Stories
"My son came home every day excited to share what he learned."
Parent
Participant
"She learned how to be brave and try new things."
Parent
Participant
"It was the first time I ever hiked — and now I want to go again!"
Youth Participant
Participant
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Contact the MyKingstonKids TeamJuly 2026 Camp — Sold Out
All sessions for July 2026 are currently sold out. Please check back for future opportunities.