Damariscotta River Association/Pemaquid Watershed Association’s (DRA-PWA’s) Camp Mummichog summer day camp offers hands-on natural science education for children ages five through nineteen in a fun, supportive outdoor environment.

At Camp Mummichog, nature education takes many forms: hands-on exploration, physical activity, art, music, writing, games, and more. All of this takes place in a beautiful setting on a 120-acre nature preserve on the shores of Great Salt Bay, with fields, forests and fresh and saltwater marshes to explore.

From June 18 through Aug. 23, 15 camp sessions range from three days to two weeks long. Each session focuses on a different theme and is designed for a specific age group.

“Nature Photography” invites campers to learn digital photography with a focus on nature exploration. At “Songs of the Earth,” campers will learn beginning ukulele and song-writing integrated with nature exploration, with support from local musician Heather Hardy.

“Grandparents & Kids Camp,” is designed for grandparents or a special someone to join their camper for a few days of marsh-mucking, art projects, games, and more. Offered again this year is a week-long canoe-trip on the Damariscotta River for campers age 12 to 15. The paddlers will explore the watershed, learn outdoor cooking, and sleep in tents at campsites along the way.

All camp sessions are held at DRA-PWA’s Great Salt Bay Farm on Belvedere Road in Damariscotta, though some include a field trip, and the overnight canoe trip includes four days of paddling and three nights of camping along the Damariscotta River.

To learn more, download a brochure, or register, go to bit.ly/dra-camp-mummichog. For assistance with the online registration, call (207) 563-1393. Scholarships are available.

For more information, call (207) 563-1393, email dra@damariscottariver.org, or visit www.damariscottariver.org or www.pemaquidwatershed.org