Georgia
Museum of Agriculture
Camp Wiregrass
A day camp program focusing on Georgia history and natural resources.
Children ages 4-11 can enjoy the Georgia Museum of
Agriculture this summer with Camp Wiregrass, a day
camp program focusing on historical and natural
resource themes. Campers will explore southern
Georgia’s rich history and natural resources through
hands-on, interactive activities, games, and crafts.
2013 session descriptions on back!
Thank you to Friends of the Museum for their wonderful
donation to reduce camp cost for everyone!
Munchkins (4-5 yrs old)
Munchkin campers will enjoy stories, games, and crafts. Camp will be
8:30am-12pm and will include a small morning snack. Original cost: $103
Cost after the Friends of the Museum’s donation: $75
Explorers (6-8 yrs old) & Trekkers (9-11 yrs old)
Explorer & Trekker campers will enjoy interactive activities, games, and
crafts throughout the week. Camp will be 8:30am-3:30pm and will include
an afternoon snack. Campers will need to bring a sack lunch and to
prepare to get wet during most afternoons. Original cost: $200. Cost after
the Friends of the Museum’s donation: $170.
Sibling, ABAC employee, or
Friend of the Museum discounts
Trained instructors providing
fun, safe learning environment.
Email questions to [email protected]
or visit
www.abac.edu/museum/kids-camp.
2013 Summer Sessions
Munchkins (4-5 yrs old)
May 28-31,
2013: Animal Antics (4 day camp due to Memorial Day)
While exploring the needs of humans and animals, campers will meet the local animal residents
at the Langdale Nature Center. Activities include fishing, bug exploration, and feeding farm
animals. Due to age, Munchkin Camps run from 8:30-12:00 and do not include time for lunch.
Explorers (6-8 yrs old)
June 3-7,
2013: Wilderness 101
This week focuses on exploring our surrounding forest while learning various outdoor survival techniques. Campers
will build
shelters, visit with Langdale Nature Center’s resident animals, and learn basic orienteering skills.
June 24-28, 2013: Wiregrass Time Travelers
Campers will experience mid-1800s southern Georgia culture through interactive activities
such as wool/cotton processing, wagon rides, cane pole fishing, traditional games, and historic
baseball. Come travel back in time to discover life before TV, computers, cell phones and
iPods!
Trekkers (9-11 yrs old)
June 17-21, 2013: Nature’s Artists
Have nature’s beauty inspire your camper to create their own piece of art. Campers will create
various art projects inspired by nature hikes, stream exploration, and local wildlife. Program
includes discussion in photography, sculpture, drawing, and painting techniques. Campers will
showcase their projects at the Georgia Museum of Agriculture. Campers will need a camera.
July 8-12, 2013: Native American Explorers
Campers will explore Native American history and culture. Throughout the week, campers will learn primitive hunting
skills such as archery; discover the importance of games to keep tribal peace; and experience various life skills such as
gardening and rope making.
Special Girls Only Session (9-11 yrs old)
June 10-14, 2013: Victorian Adventures
This week targets our female campers ages 9-11 years old who are interested in experiencing life within the Victorian
Era (19th century). Campers will explore high society and working class as they learn how to host tea time; make rag
and corn husk dolls; embroider a sampler; cook a traditional 1800s meal; and make candles. The week will end with the
girls hosting an afternoon tea time for their special invited guest. This session is $170/camper, runs from 8:30-3:30 and
includes snack, t-shirt, and all supplies.
E-mail [email protected] or visit us online at www.abac.edu/museum/kids-camp.
Camp Wiregrass Pre-registration Form
Camper Name(s) Address Phone e‐mail Parent Name(s) Age(s) Summer 2013 Sessions
May 28-31: Munchkins Animal Antics, $75
June 3-7: Explorers Wilderness 101, $170
June 24-28: Explorers Wiregrass Time Travelers, $170
June 17-21: Trekkers Nature’s Artists, $170
July 8-12: Trekkers Native American Explorers, $170
June 10-14: 9-11 Girls Only Victorian Adventures, $170
*For sibling, ABAC employee, or Friend of the Museum discounts or scholarship questions, e-mail Kelly Scott at
[email protected].
*Make checks payable to GMA and mail to : GMA, Camp Wiregrass, 1392 Whiddon Mill Rd., Tifton, GA, 31793.
*Credit/debit card payments can be made at the GMA Country Store.