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Camps

All camps are full/sold out. To be put on the waiting list, contact us at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.

Help nurture your kids’ roots at the Garden this summer! We’re excited to offer one day, multi-day, and weeklong outdoor camps that give kids a chance to experience a wide variety of activities in the unique landscapes at the Garden.

Get ready to dig into the dirt and connect with the wonders of the outside world through nature-themed games, crafts, and unforgettable adventures.

Budding Buddies

$35 | Garden Member
$40 | General Public
$15 | One Day
This nature day camp is specially designed for 3-5-year-olds along with their adult buddy. Loaded with nature themed stories, crafts, hikes, and hands-on exploration, each day is a new adventure!
FULL: Ages 3-5

This camp is full/sold out.

 

To be put on the waiting list, contact us at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.

 

Wednesdays, July 5, 12, & 19
9:30-11 am

 

Register by Wednesday, June 28.

Weeklong Camps

$65 | Garden Member
$85 | General Public

Critters Camp

Get to know the animals highlighted in our new Council of Critters in the Bell Children’s Garden, and many other critters throughout Wisconsin. From animal diets to behaviors and survival adaptations, there’s so much to learn about these wonderful creatures!

FULL: Ages 6-9

This camp is full/sold out.

 

To be put on the waiting list, contact us at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.

 

Monday, June 19-Friday, June 23
9:30 am-12 pm

 

Register by Monday, June 12.

FULL: Ages 9-12

This camp is full/sold out.

 

To be put on the waiting list, contact us at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.

 

Monday, June 26-Friday, June 30
9:30 am-12 pm

 

Register by Monday, June 12.

Tree-mendous Trees

Trees are truly tree-mendous! They give us oxygen, provide materials to shelter us from the elements, and sometimes they even give us food! Become stewards of the trees, learn about the importance of responsible logging, the benefits trees provide humans, tree oddities, tree ID, and more.

FULL: Ages 6-9

This camp is full/sold out.

 

To be put on the waiting list, contact us at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.

 

Monday, July 24-Friday, July 28
9:30 am-12 pm

 

Register by Monday, July 17.

FULL: Ages 9-12

This camp is full/sold out.

 

To be put on the waiting list, contact us at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.

 

Monday, July 31-Friday, August 4
9:30 am-12 pm

 

Register by Monday, July 17.

Day Camps

$35 | Garden Member
$45 | General Public

Monarch Biologists

Come learn all you need to know about the science of monarchs! Local monarch expert Charlene Breitlow will lead campers in learning about monarch migrations, diets, life cycles, and anatomy.

FULL: Ages 6-9

This camp is full/sold out.

 

To be put on the waiting list, contact us at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.

 

Tuesday, July 18
9:30 am-3:30 pm

 

Register by Tuesday, July 11.

FULL: Ages 9-12

This camp is full/sold out.

 

To be put on the waiting list, contact us at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.

 

Tuesday, July 18
9:30 am-3:30 pm

 

Register by Tuesday, July 11.

Summer Snacks Cooking Camp

Calling all aspiring chefs! Learn about produce and nutrition while you harvest, prepare, and yes – EAT the delicious fruits, vegetables, and herbs we have growing right here in the Garden.

FULL: Ages 6-9

This camp is full/sold out.

 

To be put on the waiting list, contact us at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.

 

Tuesday, August 15
9:30 am-3:30 pm

 

Register by Tuesday, August 8.

FULL: Ages 9-12

This camp is full/sold out.

 

To be put on the waiting list, contact us at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.

 

Wednesday, August 16
9:30 am-3:30 pm

 

Register by Tuesday, August 8.

Is registration required for all camps?

Yes, registration is required for all camps. All campers need to register online and complete the Camp Medical Authorization Form prior to camp. Waiting lists are available for camps that are full.

What are the guidelines for camp?

We cover what campers should bring, accessibility needs, media releases, and more in our Summer Camp Guidelines.

Are there scholarships available for campers?
Explore ways to send your camper to the Garden no matter your budget! If you or someone you know would like to fill out a scholarship application to attend one of our camps, please contact Chip Refsguard, Education Coordinator, at crefsguard@gbbg.org or at 920.491.3691 ext. 107.

Sponsored in part by

Cornerstone Foundation of Northeastern Wisconsin, Inc.

Contact Us

For more information, contact Chip Refsguard, Education Coordinator, at 920.491.3691 ext. 107 or crefsguard@gbbg.org.

Bell Children’s Garden

Opening May 2023

Our children’s garden is expanding to 5 times its size and construction is currently underway! As we transform this natural wonderland, our existing Nielson Children’s Garden and Stumpf Hobbit House restroom are closed. 

Other Upcoming Youth & Family Activities

Read our Registration and Cancelation Policies for information about member discounts, refunds, and more.

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Green Bay Botanical Garden | 2600 Larsen Rd, Green Bay, WI 54303
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Green Bay Botanical Garden | 2600 Larsen Rd, Green Bay, WI 54303
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Green Bay Botanical Garden | 2600 Larsen Rd, Green Bay, WI 54303
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Green Bay Botanical Garden | 2600 Larsen Rd, Green Bay, WI 54303
kids listening to story being read outside
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Story Time

Green Bay Botanical Garden | 2600 Larsen Rd, Green Bay, WI 54303
kids at camp
10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Discovery Station

Green Bay Botanical Garden | 2600 Larsen Rd, Green Bay, WI 54303
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Critters Camp: Ages 9-12

Green Bay Botanical Garden | 2600 Larsen Rd, Green Bay, WI 54303
kids listening to story being read outside
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Story Time

Green Bay Botanical Garden | 2600 Larsen Rd, Green Bay, WI 54303

Online Auction

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View and bid on hundreds of items like plant containers and hanging baskets, various gift packages, outdoor living items, and so much more.

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Members keep the Garden growing,
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New members join by May 7 to get a special bonus!

Friday, June 2 | Early Closure at 4:30 pm for Still Surfin’: A Tribute to the Beach Boys Concert