top of page

Waterman Center Camps

Every summer we offer two camp programs. Both camps are held primarily outdoors and include daily hikes, crafts, games, and more. Join us for a summer of fun and learning about the nature around us!

​

Campers should be prepared with appropriate closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, insect repellant, and adequate attire for the day. Campers will need to bring water, snacks, and lunch every day. Other helpful, but not required materials include a sketch pad, notebook, journal, water shoes, a cheap magnifying glass, or cheap binoculars. 

​

This year we are offering early drop-off (8:30 am) and late pick-up (4:00 pm). These will be at an additional cost. $25 for early drop-off and $50 for late pick-up or combined $60 per week. 

​

Learn more about our different camps below!

Camp photo of all the kids and staff wearing matching yellow shirts during Explore Camp 2023
Kids during camp learning about all the species in our ponds.
Photo of a camp group during a hike
Children during camp doing crafts in the art room
Children running during a game of tag

Waterman EXPLORE Camp

Waterman EXPLORE is our themed environmental education camp. This camp is more exploratory and investigational. This year your child will learn all about the fascinating world of plants and fungi. This camp takes our normal recreation camp but takes learning to the next level with experiments, nature journaling and more!

​

Tuition is $200 per week and includes a Waterman EXPLORE

t-shirt. Open to children ages 6 - 11. Payment should be made in full with completed registration materials to secure your child’s spot. 

​

Download and fill out the PDF Registration Form

Registration for Explore Camp 2025 has not begun

Completed materials should be uploaded to the Google Form below.

 

Must Include:

1. Legible Application Form

2. PDF of Immunization Forms 

3. Epi-Pen/Inhaler Form (if applicable)

4. $200 tuition (mailed/dropped off)

5. Early Drop-Off/Late Pick-Up Fee (if applicable)

 

Physical copies of the registration form are available at the Waterman Center

Facts about plants and fungi! (1) Plants can talk to each other and share nutrients through fungi called mycorrhizae (2) Aspens grow clonal colonies of genetically identical trees forming the largest living organism. (3) The largest living organism by area is a humongous honey fungus

Owego Forest Recreation Camp

A map depicting the borders of the town of Owego

The Owego Forest Recreation Camp is your typical summer rec program with some environmental themes and education sprinkled in. Join us for up to four weeks of summer fun!

​

This program is funded by the Town of Owego Recreation Dept. and is FREE for residents of the Town of Owego or a hamlet within its borders.

​

Download and fill out the PDF Registration Form

Registration for Owego Rec Camp 2025 has not begun

Completed materials should be uploaded to the Google Form below.

 

Must Include:

1. Legible Application Form

2. PDF of Immunization Forms 

3. Epi-Pen/Inhaler Form (if applicable)

4. $25 Deposit per family(mailed/dropped off)

5. Early Drop-Off/Late Pick-Up Fee (if applicable)

 

Physical copies of the registration form are available at the Waterman Center

bottom of page