School Groups & Outdoor Education

YMCA Camp Weaver is the place to go for school trip and outdoor education for students of all ages! Are you looking for a new, exciting and unique outdoor educational field trip destination? What about a spring or fall outdoor education field trip at Camp Weaver?

Here at Camp Weaver, we are committed to helping students gain a better understanding of the world around them. An Outdoor Education field trip at Camp Weaver teaches students about the natural world through activities that captivate, engage, and educate in a fun, safe environment. By taking children outside the four walls of a traditional classroom, we provide a hands-on experiential learning opportunity that will have a lasting effect for years to come. School and Outdoor Education trips are available September – May.

YMCA Camp Weaver is the place to go for school trip
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Our Outdoor Education program includes lessons in forest growth, water and wildlife ecology, outdoor skills, team-building, leadership, and more. The teaching sites include nature trails, an organic garden, the lake, outdoor covered spaces, and comfortable indoor meeting rooms where students can reflect on their learning experiences.

Camp Weaver’s Outdoor Education program includes lesson plans that meet needs for a variety of grade levels in accordance with North Carolina curriculum requirements.

Our programs are designed to supplement traditional classroom learning in a local outdoor setting. Conveniently located minutes from downtown Greensboro, on our beautiful 132-acre property, we are able to offer affordable options for day and overnight trips.

CAMP WEAVER OFFERS

Over 132 acres of woods, fields, and outdoor classroom space
Beautiful, modern, cabins that can hold up to 182 students and chaperones
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Comfortable accommodations for teachers and chaperones
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Home-cooked nutritious meals
On-site adventure activities such as high ropes and canoeing
A friendly, experienced staff
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Lots of FUN and LEARNING

CAMP WEAVER OFFERS

Over 132 acres of woods, fields, and outdoor classroom space
Beautiful, modern, cabins that can hold up to 182 students and chaperones
BB SHOOTING RANGE
Comfortable accommodations for teachers and chaperones
BB SHOOTING RANGE
Home-cooked nutritious meals
On-site adventure activities such as high ropes and canoeing
A friendly, experienced staff
BB SHOOTING RANGE
Lots of FUN and LEARNING
WHY CHOOSE CAMP WEAVER FOR YOUR NEXT FIELD TRIP

WHY CHOOSE CAMP WEAVER FOR YOUR NEXT FIELD TRIP?

  • Helps kids do better in school
  • Service learning project opportunities
  • Convenient location, saves on fuel costs
  • Program custom built to serve your needs
  • Heated and air conditioned cabins
  • Exceptional facilities
  • Over 20 class options to choose from
  • Delicious and nutritious food service available
  • Classes correlate with NC state curriculum
  • Trip options ranging from 1 to 3 days

FORMS

Outdoor Education Trip Recommended Packing List

Program Waiver

Curriculum Planning Guide