Allerton Park & Retreat Center Youth Programs
Robert Allerton Park, 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL 61856
About
Allerton Park & Retreat Center Youth Programs offers Summer Day Camp, where children ages 5 to 7 join Acorns and children ages 8 to 11 join Adventurers. Campers discover art, nature, and science through hands-on exploration, with whole-group and small-group activities that include both structured and camper-led time outdoors. The program also offers an Annual Family Campout and Exploration with hikes with biologists, wildlife viewing, campfires, and sleeping under the stars or in a tent, plus year-round field trips for self-guided school group outings.
Programs
- Summer Day Camp — 5-7-year-olds (Acorns) and 8-11-year-olds (Adventurers) · all day · Children discover art, nature, and science through hands-on exploration; campers do whole-group and small-group, structured and camper-led exploration activities outdoors.
- Annual Family Campout and Exploration — Typically held the last weekend in September; families can hike with biologists, see wildlife up-close, relax by the campfire, and sleep under the stars or in a tent.
- Field Trips — year-round · School groups are welcome to visit year-round for self-guided outings.
At a glance
- Ages: 5–11 years old
- General schedule: Youth programs are offered throughout the year.
- Facility hours: 8 a.m. to sunset; Front Desk Hours 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
About the provider
Allerton Park & Retreat Center Youth Programs says its youth programs strive to connect children with the beauty and art of nature, beginning a lifelong relationship and fostering appreciation for the natural world.
Last updated August 21, 2026.
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