Outdoor Exploration
June 16 – June 20, 2025
Rising 9th – 12th Grade

Are you interested in a career that lets you work outside and contribute to the conservation and enjoyment of our natural world? Join us for the “Outdoors Careers Camp,” where high school students can explore diverse career paths in forestry, wildlife, natural resource management, parks and recreation management, and geospatial sciences. Throughout the week, participants will engage in hands-on activities and gain insights into various environmental careers.

Students will have the chance to work with wildlife, learn how to safely capture and handle animals, explore pre-veterinary career options, and understand the importance of wildlife conservation. They'll also dive into urban forestry, participate in Project Learning Tree activities, and discover the role of forests in urban and natural environments. At Chewacla State Park, students will engage in outdoor recreation activities such as biking, hiking, and geocaching while learning about careers in parks and recreation management and natural resource management.

This camp is an excellent opportunity to meet like-minded peers, learn from experts in the field, and get inspired by the many career opportunities that await in the great outdoors!

HOUSING:

Campers will reside in The Quad or the Hill Dormitories. They are designed in suites consisting of two double-occupancy rooms connected by a bathroom.

MEALS:

Meals will be provided at The Edge at Central Dining.. All dietary restrictions and allergies are taken into consideration for each meal.

FACILITIES:

This camp is hosted by The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment.

Registration

Registration begins December 10, 2024 at 9AM CST.

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Camp Fees are $825 and include the following items:
  • On campus housing
  • All meals, snacks and drinks while at camp
  • Program instruction, materials and equipment
  • Transportation to and from off-campus field-trip sites
  • Recreational activities including kayaking trip, rafting trip and challenge course
Cancellation:

All cancellation requests must be submitted via email. Please send your request to opce@auburn.edu.

Cancellation Procedure:

  1. Cancellation request received at least 6 weeks prior to the start date of the program: Full refund, less $100.
  2. Cancellation request received less than 6 weeks but at least 3 weeks prior to the program start date: Refund of 50%
  3. Cancellation request received less than 3 weeks prior to the program start date or “no show”: No refund.

Note: Refunds will be issued to the individual/organization who made the original payment.

What to Bring to Camp:

Please pack lightly – but do not forget to bring bedding, a towel, and toiletries.

Campers should refrain from bringing no more than one (1) suitcase and one (1) personal sized bag to camp.

Dorm Room:
  • XL twin sheets/thick blanket or sleeping bag and pillow
  • Alarm Clock
  • Phone Charger
Toiletries:
  • Shampoo/Conditioner
  • Body Wash
  • Toothbrush and Toothpaste
  • Soap
  • Bath Towel
  • Hairbrush
Clothing & Shoes:
  • T-shirts: Loose fitting, tank tops must have straps three fingers wide and cover all undergarments
  • Shorts: At least 3.5” inseam
  • One (1) pair of jeans/long pants
  • Underwear
  • Socks
  • Pajamas
  • Tennis Shoes: We walk up to 6 miles daily!
  • Closed toed shoes
  • Swimsuit: For girls, a modest one piece swimsuit. For boys, no speedos or jammers.
  • Flip-flops or Water Shoes: For the pool
  • Sweatshirt or Jacket
  • Dress up Outfit: Dressy casual (modest) outfit (e.g.: modest sundress, polo & khakis, pants & blouse)
  • Rain Jacket or Poncho
Miscellaneous:
  • Laundry Bag
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Beach Towel: For the pool
  • Bug spray/Sunscreen
  • $50 key/meal card deposit: Make check payable to Auburn University
Optional:
  • Spending Money

Last Updated: November 12, 2024