PUDDLESTOMPERS™ Nature Exploration
Hours: | Hours Vary see below |
Ages: | Toddlers, Kids |
In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
Cost: | $$ see below |
Category: | Summer Camps |

PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration weekly Summer day camp allows children to explore and learn about the natural world.
Guided by experienced teacher-naturalists, campers will get the opportunity to discover exciting nature-based topics through hands-on exploration and STEM-based activities. Join us as we discover habitats along the forest floor, explore pollinators in meadows, and investigate aquatic life in local streams and ponds!
PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration offers Summer Camps in Newton, Wellesley, & Needham for children ages 4-8 or 4-7 (depending on the location). These camps are from 9:00 am - 1:30 pm, with early drop off (8:20 am -9:00 am) and extended day (1:30pm -3:30pm) available.
Following a weekly theme, each day children and educators investigate a different topic in nature. Our experienced teacher naturalists guide children in nature discovery and play through hands-on exploration, STEM-based experiments, active movement, outdoor play, crafts, games, stories and songs.
Some weekly themes that PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration campers will explore this summer include:
Groovy Garden: Discover bees, butterflies & more!
Head, Shoulders, Knees & Tail: Uncover the secrets of animal adaptations and explore the wonders of various animal skeletons.
Down in the Dirt: Discover tiny critters that call soil their home
Midnight Mayhem: Meet the sneaky, creepy, and cool creatures for the night!
Signs of Summer: Investigate butterflies, fireflies and many more signs that summer has begun!
Mighty Mammals: Explore the fiercest mammals in the northeast!
Show, Tell, and Touch: Your favorite PUDDLESTOMPERS taxidermy will be making a showstopping appearance this week.
See more weekly themes! Spots are limited so pick your favorite weekly theme and reserve your spot today! Follow the link below:
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PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration prides itself on serving the communities of greater Boston for over two decades. Our summer camps are unique in offering a safe and exciting environment for children to grow their understanding of the natural world. With low student- teacher ratios we provide a well-rounded, safe and fun experience for your child at our camps!
HOURS | ↑ top |
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Summer Camp hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-1:30pm
*Early Drop-Off (8:20-9am) & Extended Day (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm) options available at some summer locations!
*PLEASE NOTE: Time & duration will vary by program! Check our website for more information.
COST | ↑ top |
$610/week, early drop-off - $16.50/day, Summer Camp extended-day - $50/day
WEBSITE | ↑ top |
LOCATION | ↑ top |
45 Puddingstone Lane, Newton, MA, 02459 map
Phone: (617) 527-2000
45 Puddingstone Lane
Newton MA 02459
Located at (but not affiliated with) Temple Beth Avodah. Bordering the gorgeous Saw Mill Brook Conservation Area, this location is perfectly situated for exploring.
TIPS | ↑ top |
- Find more ideas for unique Boston Summer Camps 2025 in our handy summer camp guide. The Greater Boston area is chock full of amazing summer camps for kids. You can find a summer camp near Boston for almost every interest a kid could have.
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