FREE Kids Nature Programs are Back in Cherry Hill for the Summer 2026!

The Summer Sprouts and Trail Buds programs are back for Summer 2026! These FREE South Jersey family programs help kids explore nature, learn about bugs, discover the environment, and enjoy hands-on outdoor fun.

Please note there are two age groups. These programs often fill quickly, so only register if you plan to attend.

For any additional questions on the programming, please send them an email. 

SUMMER SPROUTS 

AGES 6 AND UNDER

Summer Sprouts is a fun-filled nature program specially designed for little ones ages 6 & under! Kids will enjoy playful outdoor adventures, sensory activities, hands-on exploration, and lots of opportunities to connect with nature in a fun and engaging way.

Class Date Day Time Register
Welcome to our Wild June 16, 2026 Tuesday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Wetland Wonders June 23, 2026 Tuesday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Decomposer F.B.I. June 30, 2026 Tuesday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Garden Getaway July 7, 2026 Tuesday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Natural Artist July 14, 2026 Tuesday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Crawling with Critters July 21, 2026 Tuesday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Slithering Slimey Scales July 28, 2026 Tuesday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Dinosaur Rocks! August 4, 2026 Tuesday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Budding Butterflies August 11, 2026 Tuesday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Dip into Ponds August 18, 2026 Tuesday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Farewell to our Wild August 25, 2026 Tuesday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
📍 Camden County Environmental Center
1301 Park Dr, Cherry Hill, NJ 08022
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TRAIL BUDS

AGES 7 - 12

Trail Buds is a FREE summer nature program for kids ages 7 to 12 at the Camden County Environmental Center. Kids will explore local woods, ecosystems, wetlands, live critters and more!

Class Date Day Time Register
Wild Welcome June 25, 2026 Thursday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Wetland Detective July 2, 2026 Thursday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Urban Jungle July 9, 2026 Thursday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Trailing & Scaling July 16, 2026 Thursday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Stop the Bite! July 23, 2026 Thursday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Nature's Studio July 30, 2026 Thursday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Scales, Slimes, Slither! August 6, 2026 Thursday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Crawlers & Flyers August 13, 2026 Thursday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
For Reel Fishing August 20, 2026 Thursday 10 AM–11 AM REGISTER
Kayak on the Cooper River August 27, 2026 Thursday 1 PM–2 PM REGISTER
📍 Camden County Environmental Center
1301 Park Dr, Cherry Hill, NJ 08022
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Please Note: Program dates, times and availability may change. Please always check the Camden County Government social media for cancellations.
How to Navigate the Registration Website
  1. You must create/register for an account in order to view the available classes.
  2. Class availability is based on your child’s age. If your child is 7 and the program says ages 6 & under, you will not be able to register because the system is very age-restrictive.
  3. Once you are logged in, click the Activities tab.
  4. Look for the Summer Sprouts 2026 or Trail Buds 2026 links and click the program you want.
  5. Select the class or classes you would like to register for.

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