Summer Camps

We offer a wide range of camps each summer for kids ages 4–14. At Shaver’s Creek, we’ve been inspiring discovery since 1976!

Wee WonderersWee Wonderers
Wee Wonderers - Ages: 4–5 (preschool/kindergarten)
In this all-day camp, preschoolers and kindergartners will meet friends of the forest and explore different habitats around Shaver's Creek.
Discovery CampDiscovery campers
Discovery Camp - Ages: 6–8, entering first through third grades
Campers will delve into the amazing world of plants through hands-on activities, games, and exploration.
Explorer CampExplorer campers
Explorer Camp - Ages: 9–11, entering fourth through sixth grades
Explorers will venture along the trails around Shaver’s woods, traveling further than their Discovery Camper counterparts, in their quest to discover all they can about reptiles.
InvestigatorsInvestigator campers taking a hike
Investigators - Ages: 12–14
In 2025, Investigators will dive into the secret world of lichens! From identifying lichen to using them to make dye, we'll experience this organism in new and insightful ways.
Leaders-in-TrainingA Leader in Training shares a story with campers.
Leaders-in-Training - Ages: 14–17
The LIT opportunity is for high school students interested in providing positive outdoor experiences to young campers!
Summer Camp JobsA group of summer campers make silly faces while posing for a picture.
Summer Camp Jobs - Find available positions for a variety of summer camps at Shaver's Creek.

Safety Plan

All Penn State youth programs have policies in place to ensure the safety of youth participants. Read more important information for parents/guardians.