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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.

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33 Nature Education Events Found

Jun 12

Herps Alive! - North Bend State Park - June 12, 2026

Come see live reptiles and amphibians in person! Learn all about their diets, habitats and what makes them special! This interactive program is fun for all ages.
North Bend State Park
Free
6/12/26
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Jun 12

Firefly Campfire

Evening campfire program focused on fireflies. 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm.
Churchville Nature Center
Free
6/12/26
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Jun 14

Pileated Woodpeckers & Forest Birds (Class & Walk)

A class and walk focusing on Pileated Woodpeckers and Forest Birds. Members pay $5, non-members pay $10. Multiple registrants allowed (up to 10).
Virtual
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6/14/26
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Jun 14

NC Resource Conservation Workshop

The Durham Soil and Water Conservation District sponsors a rising high school student to attend the 2026 NC Resource Conservation Workshop from June 14-19. This is an overnight camp for students interested in conservation and natural resources. Students will spend the week at NC State University learning about a wide range of conservation areas of study for college and careers after graduation. Deadline to apply has passed.
NC State University
Sponsored by Dur...
6/14/26
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Jun 15

Sensory Adventures Summer Camp

Week-long summer camp program for ages 7-12, running 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday through Friday. Part of TimberNook's nature-based outdoor programming.
TimberNook Sandhills
$350.00 - Summer...
6/15/26
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Jun 15

Mountain Explorers Day Camp

June 15-19, 2026 | Rising 2nd-3rd graders | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sponsored and facilitated by the Mountain Heritage Center at WCU. Participants explore the natural wonder of western North Carolina by exploring local habitats, discovering native plants and animals, learning how Native people and early explorers understood the natural world, and culminating the week with art-based activities and a field trip to a wild area in Jackson County.
Western Carolina University Main Campus
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6/15/26
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Jun 16

4-Day Overnight Summer Camp - Nature, Science, and Adventure

4-day overnight summer camp for ages 8-16 featuring nature exploration, hands-on science activities, guided hikes, field investigations, night hikes, eco-art projects, water games, and overnight backpacking experience. Includes all camping equipment, meals, and lodge accommodations. Activities cover natural science topics including biology, ecology, geology, ornithology, herpetology, astronomy, and wilderness skills. Camp runs Tuesday-Friday with detailed daily schedules including FrogWatch, radio tracking, orienteering, creek critters study, and campfire experiences.
ONSC Main Campus
$400.00 - Summer...
6/16/26
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Jun 22

SWIFTS Nature Summer Camp

Nature-based summer camps combining art, science experiments and games with explorations of the 172-acre Nature Sanctuary neighboring Forest Park. Camps run for various grade levels from K-12 with multiple weekly sessions throughout summer 2026. Registration opens January 17, 2026 at 9 a.m. Includes aftercare options and sliding scale pricing. Various camp themes include wildlife biology, birding, nature crafting, ecosystem exploration, and overnight camping experiences.
Bird Alliance of Oregon Wildlife Sanctuary
Sliding scale pr...
6/22/26
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Jun 22

4-Day Overnight Summer Camp - Nature, Science, and Adventure

Spend 4 days and 3 nights at ONSC's Main Campus exploring nature, trying hands-on science, enjoying water games, and experiencing the thrill of day and night adventures. Perfect for campers ages 8-16 looking for an unforgettable summer experience! Activities include guided hikes, field investigations, night hikes, eco-art projects, water games, nature journaling, hands-on science lessons, and overnight backpacking experience. ONSC provides complete backpacking kit including tent, sleeping bag, headlamp, and more. Campers will learn essential outdoor skills including tent setup, campfire safety, food storage, and basic first aid. Complete sample schedule provided for all 4 days. Scholarships available. Registration requires ticket purchase and completion of Camper Registration Form.
ONSC Main Campus
$400.00 - Camp f...
6/22/26
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Jun 22

Life of the Reptiles & Amphibians Day Camp

4-day summer camp exploring herpetology through guided hikes, radio tracking turtles, frog call identification, hands-on science activities, nature journaling, and eco-art. Daily schedule: 7:30-9am drop-off, morning field investigations, lunch break (bring packed lunch), afternoon eco-art and science lessons, 5-6pm pickup. Scholarships available through Walton Family Foundation grant. Refund policy: full refund minus fees until 7 days before, 50% refund within 1 week, no refunds within 24 hours except exceptional circumstances.
ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville
$275.00 - Day ca...
6/22/26
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Jun 22

Friends in the Wild Summer Camp

Week-long summer camp program for ages 4-7, running 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Monday through Friday. Part of TimberNook's nature-based outdoor programming.
TimberNook Sandhills
$210.00 - Summer...
6/22/26
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Jun 22

Riverbend Summer Camp - McKaig Nature Center Location

Partnership between McKaig Nature Education Center and Riverbend Environmental Education Center. Camp runs June 22-July 31, 2026, Monday-Friday 8:45 am - 3:15 pm.
McKaig Nature Education Center
$464.00 - $464 p...
6/22/26
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Jun 29

Summer Zoo Camps - Preschool/Kindergarten Four-Day Camps

Four-day camps for children age 4 to entering Kindergarten in fall 2026. Programs include animated animals adventure, predator exploration, and animal babies discovery. AM sessions: 9am-12pm, PM sessions: 1-4pm. Runs June 29-July 2. Children must be fully toilet-trained.
Minnesota Zoo
$185.00 - $185 (...
6/29/26
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Jul 4

4th of July Family-Fun Bash at North Bend State Park - July 4, 2026

Celebrate Independence Day at North Bend State Park with this family-friendly event at Shelter 3. The gates open at 11 a.m. The Bash features a giant inflatable bouncy house, face painting, tie-dying, hamburgers, hotdogs and a cornhole tournament! The naturalists will have a limited number of Tie Dye spots available, so if you are interested in tie dying, please call (304) 643-2931 to secure a time and a spot.
North Bend State Park
$5.00 - Admissio...
7/4/26
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Jul 4

Fairy Hunts

Join the Fairy Court to help search the forest for hidden fairy friends in a scavenger hunt adventure. Learn about and connect with the natural world and discover a little magic along the way. After the hunt, get hands-on in nature by using natural materials to build your very own fairy house in VINS' Fairy Town. Wings and fairy costumes are encouraged! Recommended for ages 4 and up.
VINS Nature Center
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7/4/26
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Jul 6

Summer Science School - Seashore Life I (entering grades 1 & 2)

Investigate coastal marine life of the tidal flats, salt marshes, and sounds on local islands in this two-day class. Field-based classes include ferry rides, barrier island hiking, and animal identification.
NC Maritime Museum
$90.00 - Two-day...
7/6/26
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Jul 6

Village Folks Summer Camp

Week-long summer camp program for ages 7-12, running 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Part of TimberNook's nature-based outdoor programming. Registration details and pricing to be added soon.
TimberNook Sandhills
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7/6/26
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Jul 6

Riverbend Summer Camp - Rangers Program (Ages 4-6) at Wetherill

Camp for 4, 5, and 6-year-olds featuring forest hiking trail, log circle for songs and stories, outdoor classroom, and indoor amenities. Runs July 6 - August 14, 2026, Monday-Friday 9:15 am - 4:00 pm.
The Wetherill School
$625.00 - $625 p...
7/6/26
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Jul 8

Summer Science School - Seashore Life II (entering grades 4-6)

Investigate coastal marine life of the tidal flats, salt marshes, and sounds on local islands during this three-day class. The field-based classes include ferry rides, barrier island hiking, and animal identification. The program runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day.
NC Maritime Museum
$120.00 - Three-...
7/8/26
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Jul 13

Llama Drama and Other Quirky Critters Single-Day Camps

Single-day camps for children entering 1st-9th grade in fall 2026. Explore animal personalities and characters at the Zoo. Morning includes llama interaction at Llama Trek, afternoon features meeting other resident animal superstars. Full day sessions: 9:30am-3:30pm. Multiple dates available in July and August.
Minnesota Zoo
$120.00 - $120 (...
7/13/26
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Jul 13

Enchanted Summer Camp

Week-long summer camp program for ages 5-9, running 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Part of TimberNook's nature-based outdoor programming. Registration details and pricing to be added soon.
TimberNook Sandhills
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7/13/26
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Jul 20

Campus Adventures Summer Program

Campus Adventures is a summer program at Brevard College for rising first graders through seventh graders. Campers select classes for the morning session and rotate through activity stations in the afternoon. Daily creek play is also part of the experience. Activities include experiments, nature crafts, creek explorations (including chemistry lessons on pH and monitoring living things in King's Creek), music, chess, and more. A Leadership Development Program is available for rising 8th through 12th graders who may participate as Teaching Assistants (TAs), assisting instructors with small-group lessons, helping with logistics, and gaining leadership skills. Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. on May 1 and classes fill quickly. Program runs July 20-24, 2026.
Brevard College
$250.00 - $250 p...
7/20/26
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Jul 20

Woodland Tinkering Summer Camp

Week-long summer camp program for ages 5-11, running 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Focus on tinkering and building activities in nature. Part of TimberNook's nature-based outdoor programming. Registration details and pricing to be added soon.
TimberNook Sandhills
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7/20/26
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Jul 20

Appalachian Adventures Camp

July 20-24, 2026 | Rising 4th-5th graders | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sponsored and facilitated by the Mountain Heritage Center at WCU, this program explores the heritage of southern Appalachia from Native American origins through the arrival of the railroad by engaging participants in historic crafts, artifact investigation, local stories and legends, and field trips to farms and historic sites to learn about the people who lived in these mountains 100 to 1,000 years ago.
Western Carolina University Main Campus
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7/20/26
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Jul 27

Storybook or Barefoot & Buckets Summer Camp

Week-long summer camp program for ages 4-7, running 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Monday through Friday. Final theme selection between Storybook or Barefoot & Buckets coming soon. Part of TimberNook's nature-based outdoor programming.
TimberNook Sandhills
$260.00 - Summer...
7/27/26
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