Camp WIldrock
Summer 2025
Welcome to Camp Wildrock, a nature camp near Charlottesville and Crozet, Virginia!
Ages: We have several weeks of camp for 6-10 year olds and two weeks for 11-14 year olds.
Location: Our camp programs take full advantage of Wildrock’s idyllic landscape designed for free play and exploration. Nature provides endless opportunities for engaging the imagination, creating art with natural materials, investigating streams and forests, and making up games with friends.
Daily schedule: All sessions are nature focused and run from 9am to 3pm. The majority of the day will be outside. Campers spend joyful days on the forest trail, learn to care for Wildrock’s animals, and partake in collaborative skill-building workshops. Each day includes nature exploration, free play, and maker-space crafts. We do not offer extended day options.
Staff: Wildrock is staffed by experienced educators. All staff are focused on supporting children’s social and emotional development through the joys of nature immersion experiences.
Values: Camp Wildrock emphasizes the values of kindness, inclusivity, cooperation, and care for the natural world. Expectations can be found here.
Transportation: Round trip transportation to Wildrock is available. Spaces are limited. You will receive a sign up link via email once you have registered your camper for their session!
Cost: $365 per week. Limited need-based summer camp scholarships are available. To apply, please fill out the application here.
Please note that children may not attend more than 5 weeks of camp during a 3 month period due to licensing exemption restrictions. Wildrock is a single focused nature program and not a licensed childcare provider according to VDOE Code 22.1-289.030. Wildrock is not a mental healthcare provider.
Nature Explorers: Ages 6-10
Wildrock campers practice WONDER, RESPECT and KINDNESS. Each week campers will enjoy freeplay, meet animals, use their imaginations, and come home messy from outdoor adventures. You can expect that every week will offer a variety of nature-based and open-ended activities such as fort building, nature art, clay creations, creek play, and a selection of specialty activities to cultivate a love for outdoor play.
Play: Make lasting friendships with fellow campers, enjoy group games and of course free play on Wildrock’s playscape each day!
Explore: Find salamanders in the creek, climb to the top of Sky Meadow and look out from the Wildrock! Campers are encouraged to take healthy risks and enjoy the natural world.
Create: Make clay creatures, build forts, tell stories, paint with mud and water color and compose delicious bunny salads! Campers get to use their imagination in many ways.
Nature Adventurers: Ages 11-14
Get ready for the ultimate nature camp experience! This summer, we’re thrilled to welcome middle school-aged kids for an action-packed two weeks of exploring, adventuring, and making memories that will last a lifetime!
Fire Pit Fun: Join us as we gather around our awesome fire pit! You’ll learn how to safely build and maintain a fire, roast marshmallows, and share epic stories with new friends.
Creek Adventures: Dive into excitement as we splash around in the cool creek! Get your feet wet while discovering incredible wildlife and participating in fun water games designed for thrill-seekers!
Building Forts: Unleash your creativity and teamwork skills as you construct epic forts and shelters using natural materials found in the woods! Who will build the ultimate hideout?
And that’s just the beginning! Whether you’re exploring the forest, making new friends, or enjoying hands-on activities, every day is a new adventure!
Camp Cancellation Policies
Summer camp registrants who cancel before April 1 may receive a full refund minus a $50 administration fee. Registrants who cancel between April 1 and 30 days before the start of camp can receive a refund minus $150 fee. No refunds are given within 30 days before the start of camp.
Wildrock camps are exempt from licensing under the Code of Virginia Section (22.1-289.030 A1).