DAY PROGRAMS ~ Mix & match a theme!
Choose activites from one or more themes to create a program that suits your needs. We can serve you lunch for an additional fee or bring your own sack lunch!
Science & team building day program
Grade Level Depends on Activity
Students participate in fun engaging hands on science activities, solve problems in teams or encounter wildlife. High ropes course and tower climb open to spring 5th and up. This program runs in the spring, summer and fall.

Remote operated vehicle (rov) program
3rd Grade and Up
In small groups, students receive a bucket of vehicle “parts” including propellers, control box and motor. They are challenged to create a vehicle that they will drive in the lake. This program runs in spring, summer and fall. Excellent STEM activity.

pioneer cabin program
2nd Grade to 4th Grade
Students experience early 19th century Michigan life in this living history program. Ma and Pa welcome students to spend a full day at the Merrill Cabin. Students help prepare lunch, use period tools, explore buildings on this small homestead and assist with house hold chores. This program runs in May and early June.

farm animal program
Preschool to 1st Grade and Special Education Groups
Every spring the barn is filled with common farm animals. Students touch, smell, hear and feed these animals. This 2 hour educational experience includes a wagon ride around camp. This program runs in May and can accommodate two classes in morning and two in the afternoon.
Day Program Information
Join Us For Fun, Friendships, and Explorations!
Day camp programs at our Outdoor Education Center offer opportunities for fun, friendships, and exploration. Our programs group children by age and encourage their growing ability to make choices, work with others, listen and assume responsibilities. We encourage you to schedule a visit by emailing Jenny Madden, oeccoordinator@battle-creek-k12.mi.us, today!
Day Program Forms and Information
Found in the "For Teachers and Administrators" section
- Activity Descriptions
- Request for Day Program Dates
Found in the "For Day Program Participants" section
- Participant Health History
- Challenge Activities Release & Assumption of Risk
*Required for Archery, Canoeing, Climbing Tower, High Ropes Course, Sherwood Forest, Teams Course, Team Wall, and Swimming.