Brandwein Institute Summer Science Camp Program 2024
Week 1: July 8 – July 12 FULL
Week 2: July 15 – July 19 FULL
Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
at the Brandwein Nature Learning Preserve.
Registration is open for two weeks of hands-on field-based nature and science education led by Master Teacher Kasey Stankunas. You can register for one week or both, but register quickly because spaces are limited!
Location: The Summer Science Program will be held at the Brandwein Nature Learning Preserve (BNLP), 400 Minisink Turnpike, Port Jervis, New York. Signs will be posted on Minisink Turnpike directing parents to the drop-off area.
Times: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. Parents are expected to drop off children and pick them up promptly.
Meals and Snacks: Participants are expected to provide their own lunch, beverage, and snacks. The Brandwein Institute will provide water.
Incidentals: Participants should bring a small backpack, face mask, water bottle, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
Cost and Registration: The cost for the five-day science program is $200 for one week ($150 for additional child) and $300 for two weeks ($250 for additional child).
Registration Closed PROGRAMS ARE FULL
Questions? Email BISciCamp@gmail.com
Saturdays, A Story & A Stroll
Enjoy nature with your little one on selected Saturdays from May to October from 10:00 to 11:30 am. Bring your child or grandchild (toddler to age 4) for a nature-themed storytime followed by a wonder-filled walk through the preserve with Naturalist, Sara Mayes. All programs will take place at the Brandwein Nature Learning Preserve located at 390 Minisink Turnpike in Port Jervis, NY. Our beautiful trails are easily walkable and all-terrain urban stroller-friendly. Questions? Email sara@brandwein.org
May 18 – My Happy Year by Paul Meisel
June 29 – Waiting for Wings by Lois Ehlert
July 13 – It’s a Seashell Day by Diane Ochiltree
August 24 – Bee by Britta Teckentrup
September 28 – Frederick by Leo Lionni
October19 – Tree by Britta Teckentrup
Sundays at the Preserve
Nature Afternoons
All of our Sunday programs are from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and will take place at the Brandwein Nature Learning Preserve located at 390 Minisink Turnpike in Port Jervis, NY 12771. Children must be accompanied by an adult. A donation of $5 per person or $10 per family is requested per program. Questions? Email sara@brandwein.org
Family Programs
May 5 – Woodland Wildflowers
May 19- Weather Watchers
June 23 – Art in Nature
August 18 – The Surprising Story of Seashells
September 29 – Let’s Go Spidering!
October 20 – Apple Cider Time
Early Birders
Join us on Sunday mornings to discover the amazing life of birds through interactive displays, art projects, experiments, and more! This program is from 9:00am to 11:00am and will take place at the Brandwein Nature Learning Preserve located at 390 Minisink Turnpike in Port Jervis, NY 12771. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Questions? Email sara@brandwein.org
June 2 – Morning Melodies
June 30 – The Incredible Egg
July 14 – Bird Behavior
August 4 – Fine Feathered Friends
October 6 – Backyard Bird Feeding