Chicago Botanic Garden

summer camp

My First Camp

Age 3 - New pricing and format!
Born on or before September 1, 2010

Does your preschooler enjoy digging, planting, discovering, and trying new things? Our three-day camps (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) invite parents and toddlers to explore the Garden together. All camps are designed specifically for a three-year-old’s fine and gross motor skills and social development.

Registration

Register online

Age: Children age 3; adult must accompany each registered child

To make camp enjoyable and fair to all, do not bring unregistered children, including siblings, to camp. Nursing mothers may call (847) 835-8361 to make
arrangements.

Days: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

Time: 9 – 10 a.m. OR 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Fees:
$60 nonmember per child per two-day program. Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount.

emergency form
We must have a completed form on file for your child to attend camp.

Refund and Cancellation Policy

Camp Guidelines

class information

Attire
Dress for the weather.

What to Bring
Pack a water bottle and a nut-free snack daily.

location
Camp will take place in our new Grunsfeld Children's Growing Garden. Details will be e-mailed to families the week prior to your camp.

Art & Music

Art & Music
July 15, 17, 19
August 12, 14, 16
Preschoolers’ creativity will thrive with nature-inspired art and music activities. Engage in clay work, movement, music, and interactive storytelling with your little one at the Garden.
Fantastic Foods

Fantastic Foods
July 8, 10, 12
August 5, 7, 9
You and your preschooler will discover the different foods that come from plants. Plant an herb garden, practice slicing, pouring, and chopstick skills, and make a fruit salad!
My First Garden

My First Garden
June 17, 19, 21
July 22, 24, 26
Your preschooler will create a garden and care for plants, from planting to watering to harvesting. Taste the bounty of the Garden and sell produce at our Farmers’ Market!
Small Scientists

Small Scientists
June 24, 26, 28
July 29, 31, August 1
Preschoolers will be introduced to the parts of a flower; learn about ants and their body parts; and explore wind, water, and worms through developmentally appropriate activities.