(10-13 yrs.) Join us on outdoor adventures for nature lovers who don't mind being outside and getting dirty. Campers will explore different features of the park through hands-on science and nature activities tailored to young people with disabilities. Experiments, games, activities, and observation skills help us explore our park. Bring a snack and drink. This camp is designed for kids with disabilities who can participate in a 4:1 ratio and can maintain personal care. No camp June 19. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(Adults) Discover the ways in which art is influenced by nature and how nature often features artistic design. Hike along our beautiful trails, explore different art mediums, craft with natural and found items, and capture the scenery of the Potomac River on a creative kayaking trip. Participants will enjoy a private tour of Glenstone Sculpture Park on the last day (transportation is not included). Bring snack, lunch, and a water bottle. Prior art experience is NOT required; beginners are welcome!

(Adults) Want to get outside and explore your local watershed? Come join our experienced instructors and immerse yourselves in the great outdoors with our all-adult 3-day adventure camp! Experience rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, and white-water rafting down the Potomac Gorge! Prior experience is not required. Bring snack, lunch, and a water bottle.

(Adults) Immerse yourselves into the wilderness with our all-adult 3-day adventure camp! Join a group of women to learn important life skills and knowledge to survive and protect the outdoors. Activities include rock climbing along the Potomac in Carderock MD (transportation not included), paddling, fire building, outdoor cooking, archery, and foraging. Bring snack, lunch, and a water bottle.

(8-12 yrs.) Enjoy this combo camp of two popular outdoor activities- fishing and archery. Learn to use a classic bow and arrow, atlatl and other primitive tools. Gain knowledge and experience in fishing using a variety of tackle, both on shore and by boat. No camp June 19. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(6-9 yrs.) Go hiking to explore our native mammals, birds, fish, insects and reptiles in their habitats. Learn why animals are important to our ecosystem through resident animal interactions, crafts and games. As campers explore in the forest, pond, river and meadow they will learn how animal habitats are being threatened and what they can do to protect them. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(4-6 yrs.) Discover the shapes, colors, textures and patterns hidden in the natural world through scientific exploration. Paint with natural dyes, sculpt with clay, craft musical instruments, design jewelry, and create a mosaic. No camp July 4. Camps the week of June 9 for non-FCPS participants. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(6-9 yrs.) Discover the shapes, colors, textures and patterns hidden in the natural world through scientific exploration. Paint with natural dyes, sculpt with clay, craft musical instruments, design jewelry, create a mosaic and more. Camp includes an off-site day trip. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(12-15 yrs.) Fish from the shore and on kayaks as you hone your fishing skills with our experienced instructors. Throughout the week, campers will use a variety of fishing techniques in preparation for a float trip by kayak for smallmouth bass along the Potomac River. This camp will also include off-site trips to local lakes and ponds around Fairfax County. Bring snack, lunch and water bottle. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(8-12 yrs.) Gain knowledge and experience in freshwater fishing using a variety of tackle. Fish the Potomac River for sunfish, catfish and bass on land and by boat. Learn how to rig and use a fishing rod as well as the safety and importance of catch-and-release fishing. Bring a rod or borrow one from the park. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(6-9 yrs.) Through the lens of Native American values and culture learn about environmental stewardship and survival skills at Riverbend Park. Delve into the foundations of Earth Science through investigation, exploration, and hands-on experiments. Campers will expand their creativity, self-reliance, and friendships through games, storytelling, arts & crafts, archery and nature hikes. Bring a lunch, snack, and water bottle. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(7-11 yrs.) Explore science with this spell-binding camp filled with an array of bewitching lessons and experiments mesmerizing even the most astute sorcerer. Study natural herbs, potion preparations, mythical creatures in this outdoor and indoor camp. Riverbend camp enjoys a visit from live owls! Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(12-15yrs) Discover water dynamics and wetland habitats. Explore how the living and non-living interact in a wet ecosystem. Using science tools, experiments and games, find the answer to why water habitats are so important and what makes each kind of wetland unique. Includes a kayak trip and an off-site visit to a local wetland. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(8-12 yrs.) Discover water dynamics and wetland habitats. Explore how the living and non-living interact in a wet ecosystem. Using science tools, experiments and games, find the answer to why water habitats are so important and what makes each kind of wetland unique. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(7-99 yrs.) Learn about influential women trailblazers of the past and leave with important life skills and knowledge to survive and protect the outdoors. Activities include rock climbing along the Potomac in Carderock MD (transportation not included), paddling, fire building, outdoor cooking, archery, and foraging. This camp satisfies requirements for numerous Girl Scout outdoor skills badges, however you do not need to be a scout to attend. School-aged campers and their guardian must register together. Bring snack, lunch and water bottle daily. No camp June 19. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(9-13 yrs.) Learn about influential women trailblazers of the past and leave with important life skills and knowledge to survive and protect the outdoors. Activities include rock climbing, paddling, fire building, outdoor cooking, and shelter building. This camp satisfies requirements for numerous Girl Scout outdoor skills badges, however you do not need to be a scout to attend. Bring snack, lunch and water bottle daily. Once registered, download camp forms from website.