Adventure Camp

KPNC Adventure Camp

The KPNC Adventure Camp brings students on a four-day, three-night adventure to the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment’s own Solon Dixon Center in Andalusia, where campers will experience some of the incredible natural and historic wonders that Alabama has to offer. This incredible, 5000-acre outdoor classroom, nestled in the Conecuh National Forest, has a world of amazing natural wonders for our campers to explore. All meals and lodging are included in the registration fee.

Teacher holds snake in classroom while campers are able to touch it.

We’ll explore south Alabama, venture on hikes through coastal plain and native longleaf ecosystems, go canoeing on a blackwater river, and visit the Turtle Point Science Center for hands-on interaction with some amazing furry and scaly friends. This trip is filled with fun and educational activities including hunting for shark’s teeth, star gazing on an exclusive night hike, and watching thousands of bats emerge at dusk for their night-time soiree!

Campers will learn about nature, history, wildlife, industry, geology, archaeology, astronomy, and more! In addition, campers will have the opportunity to swim, hike, climb, and explore!

Instructor shows tree frog to campers crowded around on night hike with flash lights.

Adventure Camp is for upcoming 6th through 8th graders and runs Mon through Thursday, July 13-16. Vans depart the Kreher Preserve & Nature Center (2222 N. College St) at 8:00 AM on July 13 and return at 4:30 PM on July 16.

Campers wade chest-deep into crystal-clear spring water in beautiful forest.

Summer Adventure Camp is $500 ($450 for members) per camper for all three days and includes daily snacks and meals, transportation from the KPNC, lodging, all camp activities and entrance fees, a camp t-shirt, and a water bottle. Campers must be able to swim.  A discount of 10% per camper is available for siblings living in the same household.

Campers pose for photo in front of wide open bog with thousands of pitcher plants.