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2012 Spring and Summer Camp Schedules

December 1, 2011 at 4:06pm

The 2012 Spring and Summer Camp schedules are up. As part of our commitment to Durham kids and families, we’ve rolled back prices to 2009 levels and added Aftercare programming for our 5-7 year old campers. Great outdoor activities, experienced teachers and low camper to staff ratios. Reserve a spot for your child’s adventure today. Spaces fill quickly.

DirtyDozen Award

January 30, 2012 at 3:21pm

image Schoolhouse wins spot on Durham’s 2011 “DirtyDozen.”

Spring Field Trips are Up and Ready to Go!

January 19, 2012 at 10:08am

Our field trip program, Nature School, is ready to go for Spring.  Sign your class group up today for an adventure in learning and discovery! Bring your class to the West Point on the Eno City Park for a day long field trip, or, we can take our talented teachers to your school to explore nature in your own back yard.  Sign up today!

New Schoolhouse T-Shirts: Games Series

December 1, 2011 at 4:35pm

Windigo and Six Feathers are just two of the dozens of games that kids return year after year to play at Schoolhouse. Keep great memories alive and support Schoolhouse with these fun new t-shirts.

Nosh Sunday Supper

October 19, 2011 at 7:04am

Nosh Eclectic Foodstuffs is partnering with Schoolhouse of Wonder in a family friendly fundraiser.

First Annual Freshwater Slam

September 23, 2011 at 8:32am

Do you like to Fish?  Froggy Waters Outdoors is holding a fishing tournament to benefit Schoolhouse of Wonder on October 15, 2011.

We’ve got an Excursion for you!

May 18, 2011 at 3:59pm

Schoolhouse of Wonder has two great excursions going out of Durham this Summer. 

Spring and Summer Camps

January 18, 2011 at 11:18am

We have posted our Spring and Summer Camps for 2011.  As you plan for the upcoming Spring and Summer Breaks from school, take a look at the various opportunities we have for your children.  Our Spring Camp Season runs from March 28 through April 22, 2011.  Summer Camp Programs are open from June 13 through August 19, 2011. 

For Home Schooled Students

January 18, 2011 at 10:41am

Our Spring 2011 Season of Outdoor School is open for registration.  We have three sessions offered for the Spring in Durham and in Raleigh.  Go to our Outdoor School Page for details.

January Discovery Days

November 24, 2010 at 8:36am

We’ve added two more single day camps in January 2011.  If your student has a teacher work day or student holiday on January 17 and January 24, consider giving them a day of games, fun, and adventure at West Point on the Eno Park. 

Outdoor School for Fall 2010

June 29, 2010 at 3:35pm

We have posted our Outdoor School Offerings for the Fall, and sent newsletters to those of you who have signed up for our periodic updates.  There will be three separate sessions you can purchase for the Fall.  You can create the Fall Program of your choice by buying one or more of the Fall 2010 Sessions. 

Make your plans for Spring and Summer with Schoolhouse of Wonder

February 22, 2010 at 12:59pm

This Spring and Summer we have more than 20 programs offered for your enjoyment.  Families and adults can consider our Plants Guild.  Students aged 5-11 can spend their Spring Break with us.  In the Spring, we will have Outdoor School Programs for home-schooled students.  And, in the Summer, we will have programs for Campers and Counselors in Training

The Great Human Race

February 2, 2010 at 2:49pm

The Volunteer Center of Durham presents The Great Human Race, supporting Triangle Nonprofits, March 27, 2010.  Please consider making a secure donation on line for Schoolhouse of Wonder.

Winter and Spring Camps

October 20, 2009 at 2:50pm

You can now register for Winter and Spring Camps on-line.  We have two Winter Camps, and three Spring Camps to choose from.  Visit our Camp Page for a listing of camps, and register early to assure a seat in our popular Intersession Camps. 

Discovery Days

October 20, 2009 at 2:01pm

Discovery Days are single-day camps we now offer on Teacher Work Days or Student Holidays.  When your student is having a break from school you can make arrangements for them to spend the day at Schoolhouse of Wonder. 

Winter Outdoor School Programs

November 19, 2008 at 2:02pm

Schoolhouse of Wonder will again offer Winter Outdoor School Programs at West Point on the Eno Park in Durham.

Special Fall Program

October 15, 2008 at 7:31am

Schoolhouse of Wonder is offering a Special Fall Program.  Click this link to read more and consider our latest Adult Program for women, The Natural World and Women’s Creativity

Winter and Spring Intersession Camps

October 9, 2008 at 3:00pm

We have five new camps on the calendar.  Take a look at our Camp Page to read about Winter and Spring opportunities for outdoor fun!

Fall Intersession Camps

July 18, 2008 at 9:27am

Take a look at our offering of Fall Intersession Camps. These camps are week-long day camps that offer outdoor fun during the Fall Intersession Break.

Summer Camp Opportunities

July 1, 2008 at 11:35am

A few seats have opened up in previously filled Summer Camps. 

The Festival for the Eno July 4, 5, and 6

June 3, 2008 at 12:07pm

Schoolhouse of wonder will have a booth at the Festival for the Eno again this year.  Make plans to come by and visit us on Kid’s Alley.  We also invite our Schoolhouse families to join us as volunteers to work with staff at our booth. 

New website

May 15, 2008 at 6:10pm

As you can see, our website has a brand new look!

Welcome to new Executive Director

April 11, 2008 at 10:19am

Schoolhouse of Wonder welcomes Shel Anderson as our new Executive Director.  We send best wishes to Jessica Sheffield as she leaves for her summer exploration of the United States.

Summer Counselor Position

April 11, 2008 at 10:17am

Join our team for the 2008 summer camp season! Learn more and apply.