DETAILS: A nature-based environmental education program held exclusively outdoors that incorporates conservation projects, sports, art, and cultural studies and is offered to children ages 7-12 (with exceptions). Themes vary weekly, see website for theme info, but favorite daily activities and routine procedures structure the day. Learn more and register here.

AGES: 7-12, with younger sibling exceptions and CIT options

DATES: 9 weeks, June 30 - August 29, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

COST: $500/week (early bird and sibling discounts available)

DETAILS: At Peconic Dunes Sea Adventures camp, campers participate in a variety of marine science activities from coastal and wetlands explorations to marine life touch tanks to experiments and shark dissections. Campers also have the opportunity to kayak, paddle-board, beach comb, and enjoy water-based recreational activities and marine-themed arts and crafts. Learn more and register here.

AGES: Children entering grades 2-8

DATES: 8 weekly sessions, June 30 - August 22, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

COST: $550/week

DETAILS: NY Marine Rescue Center is offering two sessions of Junior Marine Rescuer Workshop where students can get an inside look at local marine life species and the rescue and rehabilitation that happens at NYMRC. More details and book here.

AGES: kids entering Grades 6-8

DATES: 2 sessions: July 15-17 and August 19-21, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

COST: $375/session ($350 if paid before April 1)

DETAILS: Seven weeks of nature-centered, project-based, and arts-infused summer experiences thoughtfully crafted to inspire young minds through hands-on, project-based learning infused with the arts. Learn more and register here.

Age 3 through Grade 4

DATES: 7 weeks, June 30 - August 15, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (aftercare available until 5 p.m. at an additional cost, half-day option available for children in Early Childhood)

COST: $600+/week (10% discount for local, year-round families)

DETAILS: Hallockville Museum Farm offers a day camp experience unlike anything else on the East End in an inspirational setting surrounding campers with over 250 years of agricultural history where children will engage with daily life on the farm, history, and nature-based programming. Hallockville draws from a wide community of artists, craftspeople, and educators and each week offers a unique theme. Registration is open now. Learn more and register here.

AGES: 5 - 12 years

DATES: 7 weeks, June 30- August 15, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

COST: $450/week (multi-week and sibling discounts available)

DETAILS: For toddlers to teens, the Long Island Aquarium’s Adventure Days program adds interactive excitement to summer vacation. Children ages 2-16 can explore the wonders of the marine environment through age-appropriate learning and activities. A Tour Boat adventure, close encounters with marine creatures, the chance to catch fish on a deserted island – just some of the fun for children 8 and younger. Older kids can collect and identify marine specimens on the Tour Boat, climb the rock wall, go canoeing and kayaking, take a Shark Dive and Snorkel Adventure, and more! Registration open. Learn more and register here.

DETAILS: From mindful yoga and relaxing cooking to fun-filled outdoor games, activities are designed to help every child feel empowered, confident, and meaningfully connected with others.

Register here.

AGES: 5-10

DATES: August 4 - 8, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

August 4th: Kids Yoga, Stretch & Play with Lorraine Hayden

August 5th: Rock Painting & Slime Making with a special guest who will share how slime play can help children reduce anxiety, relax & stay calm

August 6th: Sing-Along & Dance with North Fork's Favorite Music Man, John Khoury

August 7th: Nature Exploration, Bead Designs, and Beach Treasure Collages

August 8th: Water Balloon Play & Pizza Making Party

COST: $600/child