About
My Nature Lab offers homeschool biology programs for students ages 4–14+ that include live animals, field investigations, science labs, mapping, data collection, outdoor exploration, and discovery. It also offers camps such as School Day Off Critter Camp for ages 6 to 10, Half-Day Critter Camp for ages 5 to 8, Single- and Four-Day Critter Camp for ages 6 to 10, Single- and Four-Day Field Biologists Camp for ages 10 to 13, and Field Biologists Overnight Camp options for ages 12 and up or 14 and up.
Programs
- School Day Off Critter Camp — 6 to 10 · Led by Becca, Education Director. Two dates listed: Nov 23, 2026 (Munching Monday) and Nov 24, 2026 (Tongue Out Tuesday).
- Homeschool Biology Programs — 4–14+ · Students ages 4–14+ learn biology through extended experiences with live animals, field investigations, science labs, mapping, data collection, outdoor exploration, and discovery.
- Hatchlings — 4-5 · Wednesday half day · $720 per session · Open to six participants. Spring 2027 tuition listed as standard tuition $720, pay-in-full discount $663.
- Budding Biologists — 6-7 · Tuesday full day · $1,199 per session · Open to eight participants. Spring 2027 tuition listed as standard tuition $1199, pay-in-full discount $1104.
- Summer Camps — 5-14+ · Includes Half Day Critter Camp, Single- and 4-Day Critter Camp, Single- and 4-Day Field Biologists Camp, and Field Biologists Overnight Camp.
- Half-Day Critter Camp — 5-8 · Tuesday and Thursday, 9 am - 12 pm · $119 per day · Open to 6 kids. Camp dates listed: June 2 & 4, July 7 & 9, July 21 & 23.
- Single- and Four-Day Critter Camp — 6-10 · Single day Friday; 4-day Monday to Thursday; 9 am - 2 pm · $99–$399 per day · Open to 10 kids. Camp dates listed for 4-day and single-day sessions.
- Single- and Four-Day Field Biologists Camp — 10-13 · Tuesday unless otherwise noted; 8 am - 1 pm · $119–$399 per day · Open to 6 kids. Single-day and 4-day options listed.
- Field Biologists Overnight Camp - Arkansas — 14 and up · $2,299 · June 7-12. Open to 8 kids.
- Field Biologists Overnight Camp - Nebraska — 12 and up · $1,599 · June 22-25. Open to 8 kids.
At a glance
- Ages: 4–18 years old
- Price range: $99–$2,299
- Current session: School Day Off Critter Camp - November 23 - Munching Monday (Nov 23–Nov 23, 2026); School Day Off Critter Camp - November 24 - Tongue Out Tuesday (Nov 24–Nov 24, 2026)
- Facility hours: Friday: 10 am - 5 pm; Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm; Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm
About the provider
Becca McGeary, M.Ed. is the Education Director and architect of the My Nature Lab homeschool curriculum. Cameron Young is the Founder and Executive Director of the Center for Snake Conservation and My Nature Lab. The Center for Snake Conservation was founded in 2011. My Nature Lab promotes and encourages conservation by stimulating curiosity and love for nature through hands-on exploration based in science.
Students must meet the age requirements by October 1, 2026. Homeschool programs are intentionally kept small (6–10 students). Application is required for camp; parents must pay the $500 deposit and applications will not be considered unless the form is completed and deposit paid. Space is limited; register early.
What families say
“We LOVE My Nature Lab...we love it so much we drive from an hour away to come visit whenever we get a chance. Cameron and his crew are super knowledgeable and happy to share all their creatures with visitors. Additionally we are field members and really enjoy all the field trips Cameron provides!” — Kristina, Facebook Review
Last updated November 8, 2026.
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