Youth Outdoor Workshops
Private
Youth Outdoor Workshops is a Richmond, Virginia organization offering nature-based outdoor education for kids, founded by educator Chris Ercolano. Programming spans wilderness and outdoor skills, arts, and athletics workshops (obstacle courses, nature scavenger hunts, yoga), delivered as camps, afterschool programs and tutoring aimed at building confidence and teamwork.
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 Youth Outdoor Workshops directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★AaronOur child really enjoyed his time at camp. Definitely for kids who love nature and exploring. Not for indoor kids, but if they need off the screens this is the one. They spend a lot of the time in the creek and exploring the park. Our child has never come home more tired and fulfilled even swim camp couldn’t wear him out like exploring with YOW did.
★★★★★Savannah CrowtherChris and the whole staff and program they run is amazing. They are also one of the few affordable, but high quality options out there it seems. My child has learned so much from attending and always wants to go. We will be next year!
★★★★★Ashley MalloryMy 7 yo son participated in an Art Adventures after school program that he has absolutely LOVED. He wanted to go everyday and the artwork he brought home was so creative. The teachers were so sweet and kind and speaking with Chris about summer camp was awesome. I signed both my sons up for a week long summer camp in August and they are both already excited about it! Thank you Youth Outdoor Workshops for offering such a wonderful program!
★★★★★Michele MulloyChris was my son's writers workshop teacher and more recently his writing tutor. All I can say is that Chris has a true gift for reaching and engaging students - I wish I could go back and learn to write from him. He has helped my son immensely and the foundation he is building in his writing skills now will carry on throughout life. Not only has he helped my son with skills and mechanics; more importantly he has inspired my son to enjoy writing and be more confident with his writing. Chris has found his calling and the Richmond area kids are so lucky he has! I would highly recommend!
★★★★★Eric S. YellinChris has worked with both of our kids as an aftercare teacher, soccer coach, and, more recently, writing tutor for our teenager. He is endlessly patient, likable, and fun — kids genuinely like and trust Chris. He is excellent at infusing fun games with lessons and skills. As a writing tutor, he has been prepared, strategic, and effective. Our teenager needs support with organizing thoughts and structuring writing for clarity, and Chris has skillfully made improvements in these areas without losing our teenager’s own voice. We highly recommend Chris!