*Please note, we close camp registration the Wednesday before the camp start date at 9:00 AM. You will not be able to sign up for camps after registration closes. Thank you for your understanding.*

2023 Summer Camp FAQ

Policy and Procedures

If you have questions or concerns, please email education@butterflies.org.

Butterfly Pavilion camps are designed to provide memorable experiences that connect kids to nature and encourage an appreciation for science. Space is limited and pre-registration is required.

All Butterfly Pavilion camps feature…

• Hands-on activities that are engaging, informative, appeal to a variety of interests and abilities.
• Opportunities to explore Butterfly Pavilion and experience the plants and animals that call it home.
• Fun and exciting topics representing a range of STEAM disciplines.
• Enthusiastic, knowledgeable and experienced counselors who will inspire, and care for, your camper.
• Content is intended for children ages 5-12 years old

June 5th-June 9th *Sold Out*

Junior Zookeeper: Immerse yourself in the world of a zookeeper and experience what they do every day at Butterfly Pavilion!

June 12th-June 16th

Spider Week: Join us as we learn more about our eight-legged friends, engage with these miraculous creatures, and hold Rosie, the tarantula!

June 19th-June 23rd

Survival Stories: Explore and discover the different ways that bugs survive in the wild!

June 26th-June 30th *Only 13 Spots Left*

Aquatic Adventures: Explore the world of aquatic animals and aquatic ecosystems in this adventure-filled camp!

July 5th-July 7th, Wednesday-Friday

Powerful Pollinators: Explore the world of pollinators and discover their superpowers and why we rely on them!  Did you know that we wouldn’t have chocolate without them?

July 10th- July 14th (Repeat Week 1 Theme) *Only 14 Spots Left*

Junior Zookeeper: Immerse yourself in the world of a zookeeper and experience what they do every day at Butterfly Pavilion!

July 17th-July 21st (Repeat Week 2 Theme)

Spider Week: Join us as we learn more about our eight-legged friends, engage with these miraculous creatures, and hold Rosie, the tarantula!

July 24th-July 28th (Repeat Week 3 Theme)

Survival Stories: Explore and discover the different ways that bugs survive in the wild!

July 31st-August 4th (Repeat Week 4 Theme) *Only 11 Spots Left*

Aquatic Adventures: Explore the world of aquatic animals and aquatic ecosystems in this adventure-filled camp!

August 7th-August 11th

Nature Explorers: Explore nature from a bug’s perspective and have hands-on engaging and educational experiences with nature in our gardens!

*Nature Explorers will be mostly outside in the gardens around Butterfly Pavilion, Big Dry Creek Open Space, and Westminster City Park* Dress Appropriately

Summer Nature Camp Pricing

Please note: Payment is due at the time of registration. Scholarships are available for up to 50% of camp cost for qualifying students. If you are applying for a scholarship, you must fill out the scholarship application form.

• Full Day (9 am – 4 pm): Members $265, Nonmembers $295 

Cancellation Policy:

• Cancellations with at least 10 business days’ notice will be charged a 10% processing fee, and the remainder of the cost will be refunded to the customer
• All cancellations and transfers must be made via e-mail to the Camp Director at least 10 business days before the date of the camp and will be charged a 10% processing fee, with the remainder of the cost refunded to the customer
• Transfers may only be made into camps that still have availability
• No refund is given for cancellation with less than 5 business days’ notice. This includes absence due to illness
• A full refund will be given to the customer if the Butterfly Pavilion cancels a camp for any reason