River Center Aquatic Adventure Summer Camp
Children have a captivating experience discovering Florida ecosystems, collecting fascinating marine critters, and getting out on the water around the Loxahatchee River watershed! With 4 counselors and just 16 campers per week, kids will be exploring the waterways of Jupiter, enjoying outdoor fun like snorkeling, fishing, and kayaking. Students will also be participating in outdoor and indoor activities at the River Center in a safe, personal environment.
Camp for the 2023 season will have important modifications and precautionary measures to ensure the health and safety of our campers, volunteers, and staff members.
River Center summer camp registration is open to the public online starting March 1st at 9am.
Per the Loxahatchee River District’s Governing Board of Directors each camper is only allowed to sign up for one week of camp. If there are any spots left available come May 1st, we can allow families to register for more than one week.
Camp registration is on a first come, first served basis. Any cancellations will be filled from the established River Center waitlist.
Please register online through the links provided below.
Calling or coming in to the River Center does not guarantee a spot in camp, but we can assist through the registration process if needed.
If you have any questions or concerns, please to contact the River Center at 561-743-7123 or Education@lrecd.org
Camp Activities May Include:
Kayak & Paddleboard Outings
Animal Collection
River Center Aquarium Care
Swimming & Snorkeling
Fishing
Nature Hikes
Eco Games & Crafts
Boat Trips
Camp Hours
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Teen Community Service Camp hours:
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Cost
$280 per camper
Extended Care
+$35
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sibling Discount
-$15
(1st child at the regular rate, 2nd child at the discounted price)
River Center Refund Procedures 2023
March 1 to April 30, 2023: A full 100% refund can be offered.
May 1 to May 12, 2023: Your registration payment can be refunded minus a $60 cancellation fee.
May 13 to May 26, 2023: Your registration payment can be refunded minus a $110 cancellation fee.
Any date after Sunday, May 26, 2023: All refund requests will not be honored except for medical or family emergencies.
2023 Camps
Nature Navigators
Children entering 1st – 3rd grades: This camp is designed for younger children with outdoor activities scheduled at a pace that they can enjoy.
Kayak | Fish | Seine & Dip | Snorkel | Crafts | Games | Animal Encounters | Swim
*** Campers will be transported offsite each day.
June 19 – June 23 | June 26 – June 30 | July 10 – July 14
Camp registration is FULL at this time, please join our waitlist.
River Trekkers
Children entering 4th – 5th grades: These campers will enjoy a full day of activity outdoors in the water and on land exploring the Loxahatchee River watershed.
Paddleboard | Kayak | Fish | Snorkel | Seine & Dip | Crafts | Animal Encounters | Swim
*** Campers will be transported offsite each day.
June 12 – June 16 | July 31 – August 4
Camp registration is FULL at this time, please join our waitlist.
Middle School Snorkel Camp
Children entering 6th – 8th grades: These campers will get an in-depth experience on the local ecosystems of the Loxahatchee River with a focus on snorkeling and water sports. Each day will consist of a snorkeling expedition with up close encounters and hands-on field experiences for older campers to enjoy.
Snorkel | Boat Trip | Paddleboard | Kayak | Fish | Seine & Dip | Animal Encounters
*** Campers will be transported offsite each day.
June 5 – June 9 | July 17 – July 21
Camp registration is FULL at this time, please join our waitlist.
Teen Community Service Week
Students entering 9th – 12th grades: Students will gain real environmental science field experience and earn community service hours for projects completed during the week.
Beach & Natural Area Cleanups | Garden & Trail Maintenance | Exotic Plant Removal | Beautification & Special Restoration Projects
Seagrass Surveys | Water Quality Monitoring | Kayak & Paddleboard Outings | Biodiversity Studies | Bird & Fish Counts | Citizen Science Projects
*** Campers will be transported offsite each day.
July 24 – 28
Teen Community Service Camp hours:
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Camp registration is FULL at this time, please join our waitlist.