White Clay Creek State Park Nature Camps

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Chambers House Nature Center, 1475 Creek Road, Newark, DE 19711

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About White Clay Creek State Park Nature Camps

About White Clay Creek State Park Nature Camps

Located in a scenic state park with accessible trails and facilities. Campers are grouped by age for age-appropriate activities. The camp is ADA accessible and welcomes children of all backgrounds. Convenient to downtown Newark and University of Delaware.
Philosophy: Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.
Philosophy: Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.
Philosophy: Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.
Ages:

5

-

14

years old

Pricing:

$50

/day

$250

/week

Camp sessions & schedule

Camp sessions & schedule

Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.
Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.
Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.
Children aged 5-14•Mon–Fri from 7AM–5:30PM•25/day & 100/week

$250 per week for a full camp session

$50 per day for daily drop-ins (if available)

Scholarships may be available through Friends of White Clay Creek

Non-refundable registration fee, typically around $80, applies

Extended care available for an extra fee (approx. $10/day morning, $8/day afternoon)

No refunds after May 1; registration opens early spring

Accepts Purchase of Care subsidies for qualifying families

Some camps may offer sibling or early-bird discounts; check with the park for details

$250 per week for a full camp session

$50 per day for daily drop-ins (if available)

Scholarships may be available through Friends of White Clay Creek

Non-refundable registration fee, typically around $80, applies

Extended care available for an extra fee (approx. $10/day morning, $8/day afternoon)

No refunds after May 1; registration opens early spring

Accepts Purchase of Care subsidies for qualifying families

Some camps may offer sibling or early-bird discounts; check with the park for details

$250 per week for a full camp session

$50 per day for daily drop-ins (if available)

Scholarships may be available through Friends of White Clay Creek

Non-refundable registration fee, typically around $80, applies

Extended care available for an extra fee (approx. $10/day morning, $8/day afternoon)

No refunds after May 1; registration opens early spring

Accepts Purchase of Care subsidies for qualifying families

Some camps may offer sibling or early-bird discounts; check with the park for details

Activities & amenities

Activities & amenities

Campers enjoy a wide range of activities. Daily themes often include:

Creek exploration
Nature games
Wildlife discovery
Crafts
Hiking
Outdoor play
Environmental education
Fishing
Habitat studies
Team-building activities
Biking
Birdwatching
Disc golf
Sledding (seasonal)
Cross-country skiing (seasonal)
Picnicking
Horseshoes
Volleyball
Rock outcrop exploration
Historic site visits
STEM activities
Leadership development
Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.
Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.
Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.

What people are saying

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My child loved the activities and caring staff!

Location

Chambers House Nature Center, 1475 Creek Road, Newark, DE 19711

Additional info

Additional info

White Clay Creek State Park Nature Camps offer a blend of outdoor adventure, nature education, and friendship in a beautiful, safe setting just minutes from Newark. Kids explore creeks, hike, and enjoy hands-on activities led by caring staff.
White Clay Creek State Park Nature Camps offer a blend of outdoor adventure, nature education, and friendship in a beautiful, safe setting just minutes from Newark. Kids explore creeks, hike, and enjoy hands-on activities led by caring staff.
White Clay Creek State Park Nature Camps offer a blend of outdoor adventure, nature education, and friendship in a beautiful, safe setting just minutes from Newark. Kids explore creeks, hike, and enjoy hands-on activities led by caring staff.

Health & safety

Health & safety

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Special needs

Special needs

Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.
Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.
Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Water is provided throughout the day.

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