Winter Break Camp

Winter Break Camp at the Chicago Botanic Garden is an opportunity for children ages 5 to 8 to engage in exciting indoor and outdoor activities while exploring the Garden as it takes a long winter's nap!

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Registration

Camp is full

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For more information, call (847) 835-8361.

Date: December 19 – 22, 2011

time: 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Ages: Children ages 5 to 8

Fees: Nonmember: $275
Garden Plus members: $220

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, snow included! Wear clothes that are comfortable for outdoor and indoor activities and hands-on, messy, fun.

What to Bring
• Water bottle and peanut-free snack daily
• Peanut-free lunch that does not require refrigeration
• Backpack to carry projects home

Drop off & Pick Up
Annex 1, park in lots 1 or 2 and follow the signs to Gateway Annex
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Children will investigate weather, explore seasonal adaptations of plants and animals, and enjoy a visit to our Wonderland Express holiday exhibition. Writers' Theatre will provide campers with activities for developing their creative expression.

This fun camp offers kids in Chicago's North Shore suburbs a wide variety of activities that take advantage of the facilities and expertise at the Chicago Botanic Garden.

Rave reviews from parents of campers

"Excellent, rich experience!"

"My camper enjoyed making treats and learning about origami."

"He enjoyed looking for animal tracks in the snow and the expedition to the Japanese Garden."