About
Camp Bayou Youth Programs offers youth programs with a Florida focus. Activities listed include Wildlife Walk, Ant Lions, Bird Study, Butterfly Basics, Gopher Tortoise, Watershed Wonders, Hunter-Gatherer Walk, Native Camp Tour, Archaeology Dig, Hut Construction, Fiber-craft, River Study, Water Cycle Game, and canoeing with a guided tour.
Programs
- Youth Programs — Thursdays through Saturdays, 10:00 am-11:00 am; one group per day; 30 children or less · Camp Bayou offers youth programs to explore nature topics with a Florida focus. Field trips are only scheduled on Thursdays through Saturdays, only one group per day. Up to 30 children.
- Nature Topics — Wildlife Walk; Ant Lions; Bird Study; Butterfly Basics; Gopher Tortoise; Watershed Wonders; Custom Topic.
- Native People Topics — Hunter-Gatherer Walk; Native Camp Tour.
- Focused Programs — Up to 15 participants; single activities, each 60 minutes; not to be combined in a single day’s trip. Archaeology Dig; Hut Construction; Fiber-craft; River Study; Water Cycle Game.
- Canoeing — $25 · $25 per 3-person canoe; includes guided tour. One of two routes, one for experienced and one for novice paddlers.
At a glance
- Price range: $25
- General schedule: Youth programs: 10:00 am-11:00 am; field trips only on Thursdays through Saturdays; one group per day.
- Facility hours: Thursday-Sunday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm; Thursday-Saturday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm
About the provider
Camp Bayou’s mission is to sustain a portion of Florida’s original habitats in the Little Manatee River Watershed and to promote appreciation and better understanding of natural resources, local history, and culture through education.
Shoes must be worn at all times. If water-related activity, students should wear old sneakers or water shoes. Open sandals are not prohibited. Bring water during hotter months. Wear sunscreen. Consider bug repellent. Dogs are allowed at the preserve if on hand-held leash. Camp Bayou is first and foremost a nature preserve.
Last updated September 9, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.