Summer Discovery at Newlin Grist Mill offers history- and nature-based experiences in an engaging, inclusive, outdoor environment for children ages 4-12. Campers share unique experiences that connect and expand their interactions with each other and their community. Summer Discovery is the place where learning is fun!
At Summer Discovery, we strive to provide fun, engaging activities that encourage campers to follow their passions and connect with the world around them. Traditional camp fun like hiking, games, and scavenger hunts are intertwined with unique educational opportunities that highlight the nature and history our site has to offer. On any given day, campers might be looking for frogs, building a sculpture of recycled materials, baking cookies from an 18th century recipe, or experimenting with magic bubbles. There is no end to the fun adventures that can be had!
Camp runs from 8:30am to 12:30pm during selected weeks and includes a peanut-free snack.
2025 Summer Discovery Camps:
Week 1: “Nature Quest” – Limited space for Age 7, all other age groups are SOLD OUT
June 23-27, 8:30am-12:30pm
Nature Quest celebrates the nature around us while embracing classic camp activities like tents, storytelling, and s’mores! On our quest, campers will meet the park’s plants and animals, discover camp cooking, make nature inspired art, and practice their survival skills. Come explore nature with us and enjoy some timeless summer camp fun!
Week 2: “Time Travelers” – Limited space for Age 6, all other age groups are SOLD OUT
July 14-18, 8:30am-12:30pm
Take a trip in the Newlin Time Machine! In this camp, we will journey back to the prehistoric age, discover the area’s Native American legacy, visit our 18th-century ancestors, go “full steam ahead” into the Industrial Revolution, and finish the week with a voyage to the future.
Week 3: “Water Wizardry” – Limited space for age 10-12, all other age groups are SOLD OUT
July 28-August 1, 8:30am-12:30pm
Just because summer gets hot, doesn’t mean we can’t still keep cool while playing all day! During this week of camp, we’ll explore everything related to water - from the animals that live in water, to its unique properties, and the variety of ways that people use it. Be sure to join us for all the splishy, splashy fun as we play, experiment, and explore all the wonders of water!
Cost: $225 per camper per week for members, $275 for non-members.
Learn more and register at newlingristmill.org/summer-discovery
