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School Break Camp Autrey Mill

 

What is Camp Autrey Mill?

Camp Autrey Mill is Not your “Run of the Mill” day camp! Camp Autrey Mill gives children the tools to safely explore the natural environment for a lifetime. We strive to instill an appreciation of history and nature through crafts, games, puzzles, and historical artifacts. Children will also get to meet the animals and learn important lessons about wildlife and nature preservation. The camp ratio is 10-12 campers per 1 instructor. If you have any questions about Camp Autrey Mill, please email us!

 

Turkey Tech: Campers will design, build, and test their inventions from cranberry catapults to turkey escape plans!

Forest Feasts: Compare human and animal Thanksgiving feasts and make bird feeders, squirrel snacks, and other natural treats

Thankful for Nature: Focus on gratitude and stewardship through card making and hands-on kindness projects to better the preserve

Frozen Science
Kick off winter break with hands on experiments exploring ice, snow, and all things winter! Campers will investigate winter mysteries with unique STEM projects.

Cozy Creations
Get crafty and build together! Campers will design forest forts, create winter-inspired crafts, and enjoy creative teamwork.

Ring in the New Year
Celebrate the season and get festive by crafting a special “fireworks"  jar. We’ll reflect on the year, make nature-friendly confetti, and countdown to the New Year camp style!

 

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At Nature Camp, we want everyone to have fun, stay safe, and feel welcome. To make that happen, every camper is expected to follow this code of conduct every day:

Be Kind and Respectful

  • Use kind words and actions with everyone—campers, counselors, and animals too!
  • Listen when someone is talking and take turns when playing or speaking.
  • Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself. No hitting, pushing, or rough play.

Be Safe

  • Stay with your group and follow directions from counselors.
  • Walk (not run!) on trails and keep your shoes on.
  • Use sticks and rocks for exploring—not for throwing.
  • Tell an adult right away if someone is hurt or if something doesn’t feel right.

Take Care of Nature

  • Treat all plants and animals gently—look with your eyes, not your hands.
  • Stay on marked trails and do not pick flowers or disturb wildlife.
  • Leave nature the way you found it. “Take only memories, leave only footprints.”

Be Ready to Explore

  • Come prepared each day with a water bottle, snack/lunch, sunscreen, and bug spray.
  • Use camp supplies and materials the right way and help clean up when you're done.
  • Try new things, ask questions, and have fun learning about the world around you!

If Rules Are Not Followed | Campers who have trouble following these rules will:

  • Be given a gentle reminder.
  • Be given time away from the group to cool down and reflect.
  • Have a counselor speak with their grown-up if the behavior continues.
  • In serious cases, a camper may be sent home for the day or dismissed from camp.

We’re here to have a great time together! Let’s make camp safe, fun, and full of adventure for everyone!

Camp Hours

  • Drop-Off: 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM*
  • Pick-Up: 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM**

To help keep things smooth and safe, please stay in your cars and plan to arrive during the designated drop-off and pick-up windows.

*If you arrive after 9:15 AM, you must park and walk your camper into the Visitor Center to be checked in to camp

**If you arrive later than 3:15 PM for pick-up, please proceed to the Visitor Center.

***We have a 15-minute grace period for pickup, each minute after this period will incur a $10 charge per minute.

To help your child have a safe and comfortable day at Camp Autrey Mill, please make sure they come prepared with the following:

What to Wear:

  • Closed-toe shoes that are sturdy and good for hiking, walking, and playing outside
  • Comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather

What to Bring:

  • A refillable water bottle (we have filtered water refill stations around the property)
  • A backpack or bag to bring their projects home and store clothes
  • A spare change of clothes is recommended for younger campers (ages 5–7)*
  • A plastic bag for wet or muddy items
  • Nut-free lunch (we are a nut-free camp for the safety of all campers)**
  • Morning snack

*Spills, mud, and fun happen—an extra outfit can be handy!
**Please help us keep all campers safe by avoiding foods with peanuts or tree nuts.

Let us know if you have any questions—we're here to help you get ready for a great camp experience!

The Family Membership price is $70 per day; the non-member price is $76.00 per day.

If you are new to Autrey Mill and would like to purchase a Family Membership and a day or two of School Break camp, Good news! The new system will automatically discount your programs in the same transaction!

Create an account in our registration system, Cogran.

  • Add your child(ren) as a participant.
  • Choose the camp days you’d like to register for.
  • Proceed to checkout!

Prefer to pay by cash or check? Please email lizen.hayes@autreymill.org —we're happy to help!

Cancel two or more weeks before camp: receive an 80% refund

Cancel within two weeks of camp: We will add a credit to your Autrey Mill registration account ONLY, no refund

Want to switch camp days instead of canceling? If space is available, we’re happy to help!