ABC Nature and Me
ABC Nature & Me is a special class for toddlers through kindergarten which is offered to individual families and school groups*. We will explore nature and the alphabet together as we play games, sing songs, makes crafts, meet animals and much more!
ABC Nature & Me meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month: September – November and March – May. Each session has a different theme. 10:00am – 11:00am. ****ATTENTION – ABC Nature will take place April 9 and April 23rd this month****
Cost per family: $5 for the first child. $2.50 for each additional sibling. Infants are free. No advance payment is required.
Call the camp office at 919-304-2178 to let us know you are coming.
*ABC Nature & Me is also available to preschools and large groups. Call the camp office to set up a day to bring your entire preschool class to enjoy nature and fun in our 362 acre classroom.
Additional Info
Age Group:Preschool
Amazing Animals
Discover the similarities and differences between amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals as we look at (and possibly touch) some of … Read More
Animal Adaptations
Adaptations are physical features that improve an animal’s (or a plant’s) chances for survival. Students will be introduced to reptiles, … Read More
Animal Tracks
Become a field biologist and learn how to look for the clues that animals leave behind. We will discover what … Read More
Aquatic Plants and Animals- 2
This is our most popular program. We will use nets and buckets to collect, and charts to identify, the various … Read More
Aquatic Plants and Animals-1
This is our most popular program. We will use nets and buckets to collect, and charts to identify, the various … Read More
Archery
Look out, Robin Hood! Come test your shooting skills at our archery range situated beside beautiful Lake Fellowship! Additional Info … Read More
Campfire with S’mores
Gather ‘round our extra large fire pit to enjoy one of life’s simple pleasures…soon you’ll be hearing, “S’more, please!” Additional … Read More
Canoeing/Kayaking
We have a variety of canoes and kayaks for the beginner, expert, and everything in between! Life jackets and paddles … Read More
Changes in Properties
What is matter? How can it change? These questions & more will be answered as we investigate the properties of … Read More
Compost Crazy!
At Chestnut Ridge we try to reduce, reuse, and recycle, and one way we do this is by composting our … Read More
Compost Up-close
At Chestnut Ridge we try to reduce, reuse, and recycle, and one way we do this is by composting our … Read More
Creatures of the Night (for overnight trips only)
While are sleeping in our beds at night, there’s another world that is waking up. Learn about nocturnal animals and … Read More
Fantastic Forces!
We’ll push. We’ll pull. We’ll use the forces of magnetism and gravity to make things move without even touching them! … Read More
Force and Motion
Inertia, Acceleration Action/reaction…On my! Explore Newton’s Laws of Motion and discover the power of gravity, friction & air resistance. Notice … Read More
Hayride
Ride through forests and fields on our tractor pulled hay wagon! At Chestnut Ridge we have over 362 acres to … Read More
Herp Encounters -1
Did you know that North Carolina has more species of salamanders then anywhere else in the United States? In this … Read More
Herp Encounters-2
Did you know that North Carolina has more species of salamanders then anywhere else in the United States? In this … Read More
Herpetology
Did you know that North Carolina has more species of salamanders then anywhere else in the United States? In this … Read More
High Ropes Course
Challenge yourself and test your limits on our high ropes course. Let one of our certified and experienced facilitators tailor … Read More
Hive and the Honeybee
Chestnut Ridge is home to several colonies of honey bees, one of which lives in an observation hive (late April-early … Read More
Initiative Games
Come outside and play, away from electronics and video games. We will teach your students (and you) how to have … Read More
Lake Ecosystems
This is our most popular program. Participants use nets and buckets to collect and identify (using a dichotomous key) bio-indicators … Read More
Landforms
Many fascinating geologic features await you in this study of landforms. In this program students will learn specifically about local … Read More
Life Cycles on the Farm
Chestnut Ridge is home to chickens, goats, cows, pigs, and horses! It’s the perfect place to learn about animal life … Read More
Low Challenge Course
Our Low Challenge Course is the perfect place for team building activities that help increase self-awareness, confidence, and communication skills. … Read More
Marvelous Minerals
Do you that we interact with minerals all the time. Not only do we need to consume them to stay … Read More
Our Farming Heritage
Find out how North Carolinians used to live on the farm. Meet our heritage breed animals, see sustainable agriculture in … Read More
Owl Pellets
In case you are wondering what an owl pellet is, it is the non-digestible part of the prey that the … Read More
Predator or Prey?
The predator and prey relationship encompasses concepts such as survival of the fittest, adaptations, the fundamental differences between animals and … Read More
Rock On!
We will become geologists and investigate, identify, and classify several different types of rocks including some found in North Carolina. … Read More
Sensational Soils
Most people call it dirt, but soil is crucial for our survival!Come visit the forest, lake, and farm of Chestnut … Read More
Stargazing (for overnight trips weather permitting)
Twinkle Twinkle little star…or is it? Check out our little corner of the universe using a 6” Dobsonian telescope. Depending … Read More
Swimming
Come cool off in our swimming pool or play on the Lake Toys in beautiful Lake Fellowship. These aquatic activities … Read More
The Wonder of Worms
Yes, they are wiggly and squirmy, but do you know how important worms are? Learn about worm anatomy, life cycle, … Read More
Whatever the Weather
At Chestnut Ridge we are open all four seasons and experience a variety of weather phenomena. Come visit us in … Read More