Elachee Camps & Programs

Elachee Camps & Programs includes Nature Academy, a Cognia-accredited, inquiry-led program with daily outdoor learning, science, and play-based curriculum. It also offers Camp Elachee with forest hikes, stream play, science experiments, and weekly themes; Sprouts with songs, crafts, guided exploration, and sensory learning; Homeschool Programs with outdoor labs and ecosystem study; Young Explorers Club with indoor activities, outdoor adventures or guided hikes, and an animal experience with resident ambassadors; and Sci-Art Saturdays with natural science illustration.

Programs

• Nature Academy — Preschool through early elementary · Monday-Friday, full academic year · Cognia-accredited, inquiry-led learning; nature-based outdoor adventure and exploration; small classes, daily outdoor learning, science and play-based curriculum
• Camp Elachee — Kindergarten through middle school · Weekly sessions, June-July (Mon-Fri) · Weeklong summer day camps; outdoor fun, science discovery, and classic summer memories; forest hikes, stream play, science experiments, weekly themes
• Sprouts — 18 months - 4 years · Monthly, select weekdays · Monthly nature play sessions for toddlers; songs, crafts, guided exploration, sensory learning
• Homeschool Programs — K–12 · Monthly during the school year · Monthly science-based field classes for homeschool families; aligned with Georgia standards and rooted in hands-on outdoor learning; outdoor labs, ecosystem study and real-world learning
• Young Explorers Club — Hands-on program with indoor activities, outdoor adventures or guided hikes, and an animal experience with resident ambassadors.
• Sci-Art Saturdays — 2nd Saturday of every odd month, 2.5-hour class · Hands-on experience in natural science illustration for kids who love both art and science.

At a glance

• Ages: 2–12 years old
• General schedule: Nature Academy: Monday-Friday, full academic year; Camp Elachee: Weekly sessions, June-July (Mon-Fri); Sprouts: Monthly, select weekdays; Homeschool Programs: Monthly during the school year; Sci-Art Saturdays: 2nd Saturday of every odd month
• Facility hours: Wednesday-Friday: 12pm to 3pm; Saturday: 10am to 4pm; Sunday-Tuesday: Closed

About the provider

Elachee Nature Science Center promotes environmental understanding through education and conservation. Its credentials include Cognia accreditation and recognition as a regional leader in environmental education. The organization has more than 45 years of history and reaches over 35,000 students through science-based field trips, in-class programs, camps, and enrichment experiences.

Camp Elachee: Must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026. Leashed dogs are allowed on hiking trails on Sundays. In the Chicopee Woods Conservation Area, pets, smoking/vaping/tobacco use, bicycles/eBikes/motorized vehicles, horses, hunting/fishing, and removing natural materials are prohibited. Elachee is not licensed for wildlife rehabilitation.

What families say

“Great experience with our kids, staffs are very friendly and helpful.” — Natalie Q.

“First camp my twins have been to, they absolutely loved, it was a great experience, great stuff, bus driver awesome and super kind. My boys will never forget this experience, every morning they woke up excited to go and see new things. The experience on the creek it was excellent for them too. Will definitely spread the world because we loved.” — Alinne T.

“I went to this school for pre k and kindergarten. I will forever treasure the memories that this place gave me. I learned a lot of valuable lessons. It taught me to love and respect animals and nature. I am who I am because of this place.” — Azalea B.

Last updated November 9, 2026.