2027 Art & Science in the Woods Camp Registration will open in mid February. Check back here for exact date and time Feb. 1.
Students will participate in major and minor classes. Most students attend the same major class Monday–Thursday mornings and all day Friday, and attend a different minor class Monday–Thursday afternoon. A few classes are all day, every day majors as noted in individual class descriptions.
Participants will be placed in classes with students of similar ages. Age limits may be adapted as enrollment progresses. Class sizes are limited in space and fill quickly. We encourage early registration.
The Basics
Who:
Everyone in moderate physical condition can enjoy being at the Sun Foundation’s Art and Science in the Woods summer day camp. We welcome students ages five through adult. Students must have completed kindergarten before attending camp.
When:
June 7-11, 2027 rain or shine
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (or 3 PM if preferred)
Friday afternoon students with permission will stay until 5:00 p.m. when families may join them for a picnic and sharing celebration. If students need to leave early on Friday there is an optional 3 pm dismissal time. We will have a basket raffle & silent auction fundraiser ending at 6:00 p.m.
Families are invited to view displays and performances. This typically lasts until 7:00–7:30 p.m.
Where:
Sun Foundation Art and Nature Center, Washburn, Illinois
Cost:
$350 per student
Financial need scholarships are available, see below for additional details.
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Majors and Minors
In 2025 we will offer both major and minor classes. Most students attend the same "major" class Mon-Thurs. mornings and all day Friday. They also attend a different "minor" class each afternoon Mon.-Thurs. Some classes are all day majors as noted in individual class descriptions.
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We recommend packing a healthy, low sugar, nutritious lunch and snacks for the morning and afternoon that won’t need refrigeration, and a water bottle. As a key theme of Art and Science in the Woods is caring for our environment, please use reusable and recyclable containers as much as possible.
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Wear comfortable clothing that can get soiled, wet, and painted. Long pants and long sleeved shirts are best for protection from plants and insects, and are required in some classes. For comfort and safety, do not wear sandals. Flies and mosquitoes will not be as annoying if you wear socks, and hiking and exploring will be easier in shoes that tie. Bring a cap, backpack, and non-toxic, non-aerosol bug repellent (such as Avon Skin So Soft).
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A limited number of full, half, and partial scholarships are available through the generosity of the Sun Foundation community and local businesses for students with verifiable financial need. Families should fill out the registration form using code AID26 to pay at checkout and follow up with an email to sharon@sunfoundation.org for further instructions.
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Our students come from many central Illinois communities. Bus service may be provided from Peoria, Metamora, and Germantown Hills. We can also share contact information for carpooling with your permission.
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A nurse and/or a resident EMT will administer minor first aid. In the event serious medical attention is needed, the emergency number listed on your registration form will be called. Please be sure to give a number for a responsible party. The Sun Foundation does not provide insurance for coverage of medical expenses.
Please advise us when you register if the student has special needs.
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Check the Pavilion Lost and Found Box each day. Items will be held following the program for up to two weeks and then donated to the Goodwill.
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Cancellations are accepted up to two weeks before camp and will be refunded minus a $25.00 processing fee. After that cancellations are considered on an individual basis.
Camp Registration
Registration will open in mid-February 2027.
Students will participate in major and minor classes. Most students attend the same major class Monday–Thursday mornings and all day Friday, and attend a different minor class Monday–Thursday afternoon. A few classes are all day, every day majors as noted in individual class descriptions.
Participants will be placed in classes with students of similar ages. Age limits may be adapted as enrollment progresses. Class sizes are limited in space and fill quickly. We encourage early registration.