Due to COVID-19 restrictions and uncertainties, we have decided to cancel 2020 Discover Oscar Scherer Summer Day Camp. The health of our staff and campers is most important. We look forward to fall field trips and other Around the Bend activities with you all soon!
If you are interested in joining us for summer camp in 2021, please let us know and we can add you to a list to receive first notice of summer camp announcements next year.
We'd like to learn more about what our Around the Bend adventurers are interested in for their summer and future plans with us, given our current situation. By filling out the short 2-minute survey below, you will help us understand your needs, interests and how we can best bring the outdoors and adventure to you.
Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/THD8HDD
If you are interested in joining us for summer camp in 2021, please let us know and we can add you to a list to receive first notice of summer camp announcements next year.
We'd like to learn more about what our Around the Bend adventurers are interested in for their summer and future plans with us, given our current situation. By filling out the short 2-minute survey below, you will help us understand your needs, interests and how we can best bring the outdoors and adventure to you.
Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/THD8HDD
Join us for Summer Camp or bring us to your camp this Summer!
***We are monitoring the COVID-19 situation closely and are committed to the health and safety of our campers and guides. If there is a cancellation of camp due to CDC guidelines and State Park closures, then a refund of deposits will be made.
Our Discover Oscar Scherer Summer Day Camp is packed with enjoyable activities that promote experiential learning through discovery, exploration, creativity, and good old fashioned play. Our professional guides provide quality leadership and the beautiful setting of Oscar Scherer State Park provides the raw materials that create memorable moments of nature-connected fun.
A few of our camp activities this year:
Pricing and Ages:
Payment Methods:
Summer Camp Dates:
Contact us for:
Summer fun in the Real Florida!
Our Discover Oscar Scherer Summer Day Camp is packed with enjoyable activities that promote experiential learning through discovery, exploration, creativity, and good old fashioned play. Our professional guides provide quality leadership and the beautiful setting of Oscar Scherer State Park provides the raw materials that create memorable moments of nature-connected fun.
A few of our camp activities this year:
- Fort Building
- Critter Catching
- Dip Netting for Macro Invertebrates
- Water Play Fridays
- Tram ride
- Crafts
- Nature Walks
- Fire in Florida’s ecosystems
- Birds of Prey
- and more!
Pricing and Ages:
- For campers aged 6 - 11
- Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 1:30 pm $190/week (pricing after April 18)
- Extended hours available: 8 am-5 pm additional $125/week
- A $50 deposit is required to reserve your spot for camp. The deposit is nonrefundable unless camp is canceled due to COVID-19 related closures.
- Early Bird Discount: Receive a $25 discount (Available if Registered with Full or Down Payment by April 18!)
- Sibling discount: Receive a $25 discount
Payment Methods:
- Option 1: Mail a Check. Select "Pay by Check" during checkout in Eventbrite to confirm your payment method choice of paying by check. Please send checks payable to: Around the Bend Nature and Discovery Tours (8429 Lorraine Road, Suite 113, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202)
- Option 2: Pay by Credit Card through Square. Select "Pay by Credit Card" during checkout in Eventbrite to confirm your payment method choice. Once you've registered, an Around the Bend employee will contact you with instructions on how to pay by credit card through Square.
Summer Camp Dates:
- Week 1: June 1-5
- Week 2: June 8-12
- Week 3: June 15-19
- Week 4: June 22-26
- Week 5: June 29-July 3
Contact us for:
- Questions about payment methods
- Pre-arrange alternate extended hours
- More information
Summer fun in the Real Florida!
