About
Merrohawke Nature School offers Dragonflies for ages 3.5 to 5, Red Fox for ages 6-8, Ravens for ages 9-12+, B.O.A.T. C.A.M.P. with Capt. Rob for ages 9-12+, Summer Teen Apprenticeship for ages 14 and 15, and Isles of Shoals Overnight for ages 13-15. The program says it works 100% outdoors and operates on land and sea.
Programs
- Dragonflies — Ages 3.5 to 5
- Red Fox — Ages 6-8
- Ravens — Ages 9-12+
- Summer Teen Apprenticeship — Ages 14 & 15
- B.O.A.T. C.A.M.P. with Capt. Rob — Ages 9-12+
- Isles of Shoals Overnight — Ages 13-15
At a glance
- Ages: 3–15 years old
About the provider
Merrohawke was co-founded by Captains Rob and Kate Yeomans in November 2007 as BOAT CAMP. In 2023, Merrohawke was accepted as a Full Member of the Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America. The organization says that since its founding in 2007, it has never turned away a child who wished to attend but lacked the funds to do so, and that it seeks to build relationships and uplift the work of Indigenous Peoples of the region.
Merrohawke says it works 100% outdoors and uses an exceptionally low teacher:student ratio, typically 1:4. It states that it applies principles of Waldorf education, experiential education, nature connection, and land education.
What families say
“I think my son feels part of something bigger each time he attends a Merrohawke program. He can have a hard time settling in and making relationships with others, but this is never the case at Merrohawke. He’s always excited and proud to go to your programming. He calls Merrohawke the greatest camp he's ever been to. He says it taught him "everything."” — Summer 2025 Parent
“Merrohawke programs are a wonderful resource to the community. They teach kids the importance of nature and how to respect it. They also teach kids the importance of community, teamwork, and empathy towards others.” — Summer 2024 Parent
“I am a NOLS graduate and hold a BA in ecology. Learning about and being in nature is a big focal Point for myself and my daughter. MH nature school Give her opportunities to learn and grow in nature.” — Summer 2025 Parent
Last updated September 2, 2026.
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