Follow the Gleam: Walter Mehring
Hi y’all, Sarah Kujawski here, daughter of Nature Camp Caretaker, Ventry Smith. Growing up, I heard all these stories of this place called Nature Camp.…
The Nature Camp Foundation provides financial, material and service support to Nature Camp through the focused efforts of the Camp’s friends and alumni.
Nature Camp Foundation
Financial, material and service support to Nature Camp in Vesuvius, VA
CALENDAR 2026
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Annual Board Meeting – February 7, 2026
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Spring Art Day – April 2026
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Spring Service Weekend – May 15-17, 2026
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Adult Session – June 4-8, 2026
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Fall Service Weekend – September 18-20, 2026
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Fall Hike Day – October, 2026
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”A day for new and prospective campers of all ages—especially those approaching the age of summer sleepaway camp—to tour our facilities, meet our staff, and get a taste of our unique, place-based, experiential educational program.
Prospective or New Camper Orientation Day
”Service Weekends are among the most enjoyable, hands-on ways of giving back to Nature Camp. All volunteers are welcome regardless of age, skill, or length of stay.
Spring Service Weekend
”Sunday Hikes (We know they’re on Saturday, but like to call them by their traditional name) followed by family-style dinner and relaxation.
Fall Hike Day
”Service Weekends are among the most enjoyable, hands-on ways of giving back to Nature Camp. All volunteers are welcome regardless of age, skill, or length of stay.
Fall Service Weekend
”The Nature Camp Annual Open meeting will be held once a year.
Annual Open Meeting
”Adult Session at Nature Camp - Nature Camp is not just for kids. We also have a environmental education Summer Camp session for Adults.
Adult Session at Nature Camp