Blue Hills Nature Camp Programs & Pricing
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At Blue Hills Nature Camp in Milton, our unique location atop scenic Chickatawbut Hill gives our camp access to the largest open space within 35 miles of Boston, the 7,000-acre Blue Hills Reservation. Campers ages 4.5–15 are invited to discover nature through hands-on exploration, creating art, and hiking the trails.
2025 Camp Pricing
Prices shown represent a range based on a sliding scale. A sliding scale pricing structure makes camp affordable for families by removing financial barriers and expanding access to camp for families in an easy, dependable, and confidential process. Tiered pricing is based on availability. Please note: All camp families registering at Tiers 4 or 5 must have an active membership (Family level or higher) for the duration of the camp session. View the sliding scale tier levels
Nature Camp
Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Weekly sessions from June 23-August 22 (no camp on July 4)
Each session features age-appropriate activities intended to deepen a child’s understanding and awareness of the natural world. Small camp groups and experienced, caring staff create a friendly and safe atmosphere on “the hill.” Campers will go on daily hikes on uneven and steep terrain in the Blue Hills Reservation.
Chickadees • Ages 4.5-6 (Grades preK-1)
Campers experience the wonders of nature through hands-on exploration, games, stories, songs, crafts, and short hikes to discover the wildlife of the Blue Hills and the signs they leave. Campers discover food webs and habitats and how they influence the wild animals that live all around us. See available sessions
Sliding Scale Price Range: $98-$490
Naturalists • Ages 7–9 (Grades 2-3)
Grab a magnifying glass, a bug net, and a field guide and learn to be a Naturalist! Campers in this age group investigate the many habitats and animals at Blue Hills through active learning, creative play, science experiments, and hikes. We’ll learn more about the natural world of the Blue Hills and discover how we can be naturalists in our own neighborhoods. See available sessions
Sliding Scale Price Range: $98-$490
Explorers • Ages 9–11 (Grades 4-5)
Explorers head out to investigate Blue Hills’ varied ecosystems, awesome views, and amazing wildlife. As experienced hikers, Explorers head to new destinations for even bigger adventures as they play games, develop science experiments, and learn more about the human and natural history of the Blue Hills Reservation. See available sessions
Sliding Scale Price Range: $98-$490
Adventurers • Ages 11–13 (Grades 6-8)
Lace up your hiking boots and get ready for adventure! Leadership and adventure combine for this challenging and interactive camp experience where campers learn team-building and outdoor skills as they explore the expansive Blue Hills Reservation and its diverse habitats. See available sessions
Sliding Scale Price Range: $98-$490
Teen & Leadership Camps
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-3:00pm
Weekly Sessions: Vary by program
Please note that drop-off and pick-up may be at different sites within the Blue Hills.
Blue Hills Teen Adventurers • Ages 12-14 (Grades 7-9) • July 14-18, July 28-August 1
Develop leadership and outdoor skills while going on challenging hikes in new parts of the Blue Hills. Campers will learn outdoor/wilderness skills and explore the Blue Hills Reservation. The week ends with a full day hike along the Skyline Trail and an overnight in the dorms at Chickatawbut Hill. See available sessions
Sliding Scale Price Range: $104-$520
Environmental Teen Leaders • Ages 12-14 (Grades 7-9) • July 21-25, August 4-8
Learn about civic action and how to be an effective environmental advocate. During each session, develop leadership and community-building skills while learning about and taking action on an environmental challenge or environmental justice issue. Find out how to best apply these community building and leadership skills to make a positive impact on your community and the world. See available sessions
Sliding Scale Price Range: $104-$520
Counselors-in-Training • Ages 14-15 (Grades 9-10)
Learn what it takes to be a camp counselor. Spend time outside in nature, working with children. Gain leadership skills and hands-on training while learning to develop activities and lesson plans. CITs must commit to a minimum of two weeks; this includes an optional overnight experience. All CITs are required to attend a training session on June 23-27. Apply to be a CIT
Sliding Scale Price Range for Training Session: $98-$490
Extended-Day Options
Pre-registration is required for extended day programming; you may add this option at checkout when you register your child for camp or call later to add to your camper's session. Sliding scale pricing also applies to extended-day programming.
Before Camp, 7:30-8:30 am
Before camp offers campers unstructured time where they may choose from a variety of activities that may include games, nature exploration, or art projects. Sliding Scale Price Range: $16-80 (weekly)
After Camp: 3:30-5:30 pm
After camp offers campers unstructured time where they may choose from a variety of activities that may include games, nature exploration, or art projects. Sliding Scale Price Range: $31-$155 (weekly), $6.40-$32 (daily)
How to Register
Online registration opens January 22, 2025, at 6:00 am. To make sure you’re prepared, please read our registration instructions ahead of time. To ensure that as many children as possible are able to participate in camp, there is a limit of four weeks per camper.
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