The Best Summer Camp around
The Wilds is excited to offer this fun-filled residential summer camp for ages 8 – 18. Located in beautiful southeastern Ohio, our WildeCamps are the perfect place to build interest in:
- Archery
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Science
- Animals and Wildlife Conservation
A summer adventure at WildeCamp will create a lifetime of memories!
Camps We Offer
Registration for 2026 Summer Camps will open on December 5, 2025!
NEW CAMP FOR 2026: ENRICHMENT MAYHEM!
July 12 - 17, 2026
Ages 10-11
Want to learn about training animals? Feeling crafty? This is the camp where animal training and craftiness combine! Campers will learn about the importance of animal enrichment and training at The Wilds and make some enrichment items for some of our various species.
Junior Explorers
June 3-5, July 8-10
Age 8 - 9
Perfect for first time campers who want to try everything WildeCamp has to offer, but prefer a shorter stay.
Safari Squad
August 2-5
Age 9 - 11
Designed for kids who may not be ready for a full week, the Safari Squad will spend three nights and four days exploring wild places.
Adventure Camp
June 14 - 19, June 28 - July 3, July 26 - 31
Age 12 - 14
Campers will ZIPLINE, go horseback riding, practice archery, and learn survival skills while building shelters in our Pinewood Forest.
Eco Ambassadors
June 21 - 26
Age 12 - 14
Work side-by-side with scientists from The Wilds to explore different methods of observing, tracking, collecting, and monitoring wildlife!
Dirty Wilds Jobs
July 19 - 24
Age 15 - 18
Learn about being a wildlife veterinarian, animal management specialist or wildlife habitat manager!
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the wilds is proudly accredited by the American Camp Association!
This accreditation highlights our commitment to continue this truly impactful program for generations to come while ensuring we are meeting residential camp standards and best practices.