Ecology Day Camp is an educational and fun annual activity hosted by The University of Mississippi Field Station during the summer months starting from June until late July. There are 5 sessions offered during the summer camp to different age groups. Dates and availability for the current year can be seen in the column to the right. Please note that the dates vary from year to year.
Campers will be exposed to various aspects of Biology and Environmental Science through hands on interaction and lectures provided from local resources. Past camps have included such activities and topics as: bug collection and identification, water quality, tree identification, fire ants and spiders and various arts & crafts activities. Please remember that the children will frequently be outdoors. When your child comes to camp, please ensure they bring the following items:
Lockers will be provided where the children can keep the above listed items during the camp. Additionally, PLEASE PACK A LUNCH FOR YOUR CHILD DAILY. Lunches may be cold as they will be kept in a refrigerator. However, we will not be responsible for providing lunch.
A typical day runs from 7:30 to 5:30. Organized activities will begin at 9:00 a.m., or earlier if all campers have arrived, and they will conclude at 4:30 p.m. Every effort should be made to ensure the campers are picked up no later than 5:30 p.m. at which time the front gate and buildings will be locked. (If there is an emergency, please call and let someone know that you will be late)
Registration is on a first come first serve basis. Each session is offered at a cost of $120.00 which includes a $15.00 non refundable registration fee. Scholarships will be available to those in need on a first come first serve basis and will be limited to 1 scholarship per person. All forms must be completed for registration to be confirmed and spot(s) to be held. Registration can be completed via the online version reached through the button below.
Campers will be exposed to various aspects of Biology and Environmental Science through hands on interaction and lectures provided from local resources. Past camps have included such activities and topics as: bug collection and identification, water quality, tree identification, fire ants and spiders and various arts & crafts activities. Please remember that the children will frequently be outdoors. When your child comes to camp, please ensure they bring the following items:
- Insect Repellant
- Hat with wide brim
- Towel
- Change of clothes for messy activities
- Sunscreen
- Swimsuit/Shorts
- Closed Toe Shoes**
- Water Shoes
- Lunch
Lockers will be provided where the children can keep the above listed items during the camp. Additionally, PLEASE PACK A LUNCH FOR YOUR CHILD DAILY. Lunches may be cold as they will be kept in a refrigerator. However, we will not be responsible for providing lunch.
A typical day runs from 7:30 to 5:30. Organized activities will begin at 9:00 a.m., or earlier if all campers have arrived, and they will conclude at 4:30 p.m. Every effort should be made to ensure the campers are picked up no later than 5:30 p.m. at which time the front gate and buildings will be locked. (If there is an emergency, please call and let someone know that you will be late)
Registration is on a first come first serve basis. Each session is offered at a cost of $120.00 which includes a $15.00 non refundable registration fee. Scholarships will be available to those in need on a first come first serve basis and will be limited to 1 scholarship per person. All forms must be completed for registration to be confirmed and spot(s) to be held. Registration can be completed via the online version reached through the button below.
