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 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.
In this all-day camp, preschoolers and kindergartners will meet friends of the forest and explore different habitats around Shaver's Creek.
Discovery Camp
Discovery Camp - Ages: 6–8, entering first through third grades
Campers will delve into the amazing world of birds through hands-on activities, games, and exploration.
Campers will delve into the amazing world of birds through hands-on activities, games, and exploration.
Explorer Camp
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 mammals.
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 mammals.
Investigators
Investigators - Ages: 12–14
In 2024, Investigators will dive into the fantastic world of fungi! From identifying to tasting, we'll experience fungi in new and insightful ways.
In 2024, Investigators will dive into the fantastic world of fungi! From identifying to tasting, we'll experience fungi in new and insightful ways.
Leaders-in-Training
Leaders-in-Training - Ages: 14–17
The LIT opportunity is for high school students interested in providing positive outdoor experiences to young campers!
The LIT opportunity is for high school students interested in providing positive outdoor experiences to young campers!
Summer Camp Jobs
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.