Read Our Recent Press Releases on Two of Mercer County's 2025 Summer Nature Camps!
Tulpehaking Nature Camp Offers Outdoor Exploration for Youth Ages 7-12 This Summer
Hamilton, NJ – Calling all young explorers and creators! Tulpehaking Nature Camp invites you to a summer of adventure filled with history and fun. Located beside the Abbott Marshlands in Hamilton, the Nature Center offers campers a week of treks through the local ecosystem, as well as traditional games and crafts from New Jersey’s indigenous Lenape people.
“Our nature camps are a highlight of our summer programming in our parks,” said County Executive Dan Benson. “Each year we look forward to welcoming dozens of young campers and providing them with an opportunity to disconnect from their screens and spend time exploring our beautiful local ecosystem.”
The Camp is offered July 28 - August 1 and August 4-8 at Tulpehaking Nature Center with groups for campers ages 7-9 and 10-12. Program tuition is $250 per week for Mercer County residents and $350 per week for all others. The daily adventures run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with before and after care available at an additional cost.
“This camp is a unique opportunity to discover nature through the lens of the Lenape,” explained Director of Environmental Education Kelly Rypkema. “Our leaders will showcase the unique ecosystem and history of the Abbott Marshlands through hands-on activities.”
For more information about the Tulpehaking Nature Camp, as well as other Mercer County Park Commission summer offerings, residents can go to https://tinyurl.com/MCPC2025CampFlyer. To register, go to https://register.communitypass.net/mercer and select Mercer County Nature Programs. Parents with questions can reach out to natureprograms@mercercounty.org or call (609) 883-3218 ext. 205 during weekday work hours.
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 Paddle The Day Away At Mercer County’s Aquatic Adventure Kayaking Camp
West Windsor, NJ – Prepare your paddles for Aquatic Adventure Camp at Mercer County Park Marina in West Windsor. Campers ages 13-15 are invited to attend the kayaking program that offers daily quests on the lake followed by exploration and games.
“Aquatic Adventure Kayaking Camp is a unique offering in Mercer County and something we are proud to offer our young residents,” said County Executive Dan Benson. “Lake Mercer is a treasure and this program is a way for our teens to enjoy the water during the heat of summer.”
The camp is offered June 23-27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Program tuition is $300 per week for Mercer County residents and $400 per week for all others. Each day will offer a kayak adventure, followed by exploration of the lake’s ecology, and end with fun and games. Attendees must know how to swim in order to attend.
“Every year our campers smile from the moment they show up,” remarked Director of Environmental Education Kelly Rypkema. “We can’t wait to welcome our kayakers to the lake and launch them into this adventure.”
For more information about the Aquatic Adventure Camp, as well as other Mercer County Park Commission summer offerings, residents can go to https://tinyurl.com/MCPC2025CampFlyer. To register, go to https://register.communitypass.net/mercer and select Mercer County Nature Programs. Parents with questions can reach out to natureprograms@mercercounty.org or call (609) 883-3218 ext. 205 during weekday work hours.
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For additional information, please reach out to Theo Siggelakis at TSiggelakis@Mercercounty.org.
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