Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center
Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Nature day camps run by the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park at its Environmental Education Center in Peninsula, where campers investigate waterways, hike woodland trails and take part in hands-on science and creative projects inside the national park. Current offerings are week-long themed camps including Growing in the Valley (gardening and sustainable food production, for ages 6-17, with a field trip and morning and afternoon snacks provided) and Eco Photo Camp (alternative nature photography using cyanotypes, anthotypes and lumens, with lunch and snacks provided). The camp day runs about 9:00am to 3:00pm, with aftercare until 5:00pm on some weeks for an added fee. Financial aid is available to families who qualify under federal guidelines, with applications due at least two weeks before the camp start date.
Sessions & rates
| Session | Dates | Ages | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eco Photo Camp9:00am – 3:00pmRegister → | Aug 3 – Aug 7, 2026 | 6–17 | $305 | Past season |
| Growing in the Valley Camp9:00am – 3:00pmRegister → | Aug 10 – Aug 14, 2026 | 6–17 | $265 | Past season |
Cost: $265. Aftercare is available from daily, $150 per week (not pro-rated).
Availability shown as of Aug 8, 2026.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★john o'malley
★★★★★MiriamHad a great experience at a retreat. It was pouring down rain so the outside stuff was limited, but the bathrooms were clean, the chair were fairly comfortable for what we were doing, and the space was decent-sized and warm. The area felt safe, it was a lovely facility for our retreat!
★★★★★Savannah WilliamsBeautiful and accessible. Amenities are well maintained.
★★★★★Clark HarveyExcellent non-profit partner of Cuyahoga Valley National Park that teaches kids (4th grade and up) about nature and the environment.
★★★★★Vince A