Brooker Creek Preserve - Summer Camp

Herpetology Summer Camp:
July 7 – 11, 2025
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day
$195 per camper
No before or after camp care is available
Ages 7-11
Limited to 30 campers


Back for its 16th year, this popular, hands-on, science-based nature day camp is designed for children with a strong interest in nature. Campers will explore the fascinating world of amphibians and reptiles side-by-side with herpetologist George L. Heinrich. Through up-close encounters with a variety of animals, such as gopher tortoises, frogs, lizards, and snakes, campers will learn about the ecology and conservation of amphibians and reptiles

Youth Environmental Leadership Workshop:
June 23 – 27, 2025
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day
$25 per student
High School Students (rising 10th to 12th graders)

The Youth Environmental Leadership Program at Brooker Creek Preserve is designed for High School students (rising 10th thru 12th, graduation years 2025-2027) to engage students in hands-on skill-building activities that will empower them to become environmental leaders in their community. Students in these programs will gain an understanding of environmental issues, develop skills to take action and inspire others through leadership, as well as participate in hands-on activities including cleanups and canoeing. In addition to the experience gained, these programs will serve as a great opportunity to receive community service or Bright Futures Scholarship hours.

Wetland Adventure Camp:
July 14 – 18, 2025
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day
$265 per camper
Before/After Care is available 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; add $45 per camper
Ages 7-12

Meet the things that walk, wiggle and unfurl within our magical Florida wetlands during this fun-filled week. Explore beautiful swamps, marshes and even the gooey mucks with Sensing Nature's professional biologist and certified UF Florida Master Naturalists. Dip net a dragonfly nymph, swamp tromp where ferns grow, learn the tales soils tell, discover the secrets of water and help make a difference for tomorrow's wetland critters.