Darien Nature Center Summer Camp 2023

We explored the outdoors, made new friends, built more confidence, bonded with stellar counselors, developed problem-solving skills, boosted curiosity, and discovered the wonders of nature!

This summer, we had three, two-week camp sessions that included all the usual summer fun – outdoor exploration, nature discoveries, animal encounters, games, crafts, stories, songs, water play, science experiments, and more!

If you have any questions, please review the FAQ section below, then email registration@dariennaturecenter.org or call us at 203-655-7459.

Summer Camp FAQs

  • Is a membership required for summer camp?

    No. A membership is not required for participation in summer camp. 

  • How can I be added to the waitlist?

    Once registration is open, if your preferred session choice(s) are not available, you can be added to the waitlist by emailing registration@dariennaturecenter.org with your request.

  • What is our summer camp refund policy?

    Summer Camp 2023 Refund Policy: If you choose to withdraw your child for any reason, the Darien Nature Center must be notified of a cancellation two (2) weeks prior to the start of a program to receive a refund. If and when your child’s space can be filled, then 75% of the program fee will be refunded. If the space cannot be filled, then 50% of the program fee will be refunded. There are no refunds for withdrawals made within two (2) weeks of the Summer Camp start date. For Summer Camp 2023, no refunds will be processed after June 12, 2023 at 4:00 PM for any summer camp sessions.


    If the Nature Center closes due to Force Majeure* 50% of the unused portion of the fee will be refunded.


    *including but not limited to acts of God, fire, flood, natural disaster, pandemic, war or threat of war, acts or threats of terrorism, civil disorder, unauthorized strikes, governmental regulation or advisory, recognized health threats as determined by the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control, or local government authority or health agencies (including but not limited to the health threats of COVID-19, H1N1, or similar infectious diseases), curtailment of transportation facilities, or other similar occurrences beyond the control of the Nature Center.


  • What time does camp start and finish?

    Drop-off time: 9:30 AM

    Pick-up time: 2:00 PM

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