Exploration

Getting out and exploring the world around them is the ultimate opportunity for our campers to make new discoveries. Two days each week are devoted to exploring new places, enjoying new experiences and finding new interests. The trips are designed to be fun and experiential while reinforcing many of the lessons they are learning in camp.

Curriculum Designed By: Isaiah Bowser, Northwestern University Graduate

Transportation: The journey is the destination. This famous saying is brought to life as our campers learn to navigate public transportation as part of their field trip experience. The goal is to make them more confident and independent so they can continue to explore the world long after they’ve left our camp.

Destinations May Include: Museum of Science & Industry, Canal Shores Golf Course, Burton Aquatic Center, Maggie Daley Park, The Grove in Glenview, Kohl Children’s Museum, Penny Park, Classic Bowl, Shedd Aquarium, Lincoln Park Zoo, DuSable Museum, Garfield Park Conservatory, SMART Museum at University of Chicago, Starved Rock State Park, Field Museum, Millennium Park, Chicago River Boat Tours, Northwestern University, Career Tour (NorthShore, black owned businesses in Evanston, Firehouse, Rotary Building)