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2025 Wildecamp Dates are now Open!

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!

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Junior Explorers

June 4-6 and June 29 - July 1

Age 8 - 9

Perfect for first time campers who want to try everything WildeCamp has to offer, but prefer a shorter stay. 

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Safari Squad

June 22 - 25 and August 3-6

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. 

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Male

Conservation Crew

June 8 - 13 and July 13-18

Ages 10 - 11

Here's a camp for those truly "wild" kids who like getting their hands into nature! 

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Adventure Camp

June 15 - 20 and July 27 - August 1

Age 12 - 14

Campers will ZIPLINE, go horseback riding, practice archery, and learn survival skills while building shelters in our Pinewood Forest.

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Eco Ambassadors

July 6 - 11

Age 12 - 14

Work side-by-side with scientists from The Wilds to explore different methods of observing, tracking, collecting, and monitoring wildlife!

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Dirty Wilds Jobs

July 20 - 25

Age 15 - 18

Learn about being a wildlife veterinarian, animal management specialist or wildlife habitat manager!

Female

Male

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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. 

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