New York Botanical Garden - Summer Break Camps camp guide

New York Botanical Garden - Summer Break Camps

Outdoor science, nature and gardening on the Garden’s grounds, with different programs by grade.

Entering Pre-K–grade 8; specific program divisions

Earlier-year details below are a planning reference, not confirmed information for the coming summer. Dates, prices and age ranges may change. We’ll update this guide as new information is published. Check the camp’s current details and available places before booking.

Price

$1,650 per three-week session; $1,485 members. These are not weekly prices.

2026 information

Food & readiness

Bring nonperishable nut-free lunch and two snacks. No nap period; quiet activities instead. Expect substantial outdoor time.

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More practical details

Choose a program

Nature: entering Pre-K/K, toilet independence required. Science and Green Thumbs: grades 1–6. Field Science: grades 7–8, studying the Bronx River.

2026 information

2026 sessions

Three-week blocks July 6–24 or August 3–21; Field Science only August. 9am–3pm.

Extended care

Weekly booking: 8am arrival $75; pickup to 5pm $75; pickup to 6pm $150. Advance signup required.

2026 information

Arrival

Main Entrance Visitor Center, 2900 Southern Boulevard. Groups leave at 9am; gardening campers walk forest trails about 30 minutes to their site.

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Support & grouping

Average published ratio 6:1. Discuss accommodations before registering. Health/emergency, pickup and release forms required.

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Cancellation policy

At least two weeks before start: refund less 25%. Later: no refund, including illness.

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Waitlists

Office contacts families when space opens; payment or contact is required within two business days.

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Sources and last checked

Last checked 2026-09-23.

2026 Nature, Science, Gardening and Field Science camp details

2026 reference details · 2027 details not yet verified · Published program requirements; see source years

Choose a program2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 Nature, Science, Gardening and Field Science camp details
2026 sessions2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 Nature, Science, Gardening and Field Science camp details
Price2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 Nature, Science, Gardening and Field Science camp details
Extended care2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 Nature, Science, Gardening and Field Science camp details
ArrivalPublished parent FAQ; some older dates remainCamp logistics, food, support and cancellation FAQ
Food & readinessPublished parent FAQCamp logistics, food, support and cancellation FAQ
Support & groupingPublished parent FAQCamp logistics, food, support and cancellation FAQ
Cancellation policyUndated policy; reconfirm for next seasonCamp logistics, food, support and cancellation FAQ
WaitlistsPublished parent FAQCamp logistics, food, support and cancellation FAQ

Questions to ask the camp

  • 2027 session dates/fees, minimum birthday cutoff, transportation, friend requests and current policies.
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