Our hallmark camp of the year, Wilderness Expedition is a true immersive experience in all things natural history.

Learn essential survival skills and have some old-fashioned fun during our Primitive Skills Summer Camp!

Join the BRDC crew for a true river expedition on this multi-day kayaking adventure!

A perfect way for children to spend summer vacation exploring their natural curiosity, making new friends, and having fun!

Identify between 80-100 different species of birds during this overnight Ornithology Camp.

Identify between 80-100 different species of birds during this overnight Ornithology Camp.

Advance your fly fishing skills while fishing the ponds, creeks, and rivers of the Blue Ridge.

Explore Mount Rogers, the highest mountain in Virginia - elevation: 5,278’.

This camp offers a multidisciplinary approach to wilderness activities.

Discover wonders above and below the surface of the water during this overnight Expedition.

This day camp will focus on the importance of symbiotic relationships between our flora and fauna.

Our camps are led by highly skilled guides who understand how to develop curiosity, foster autonomy and be model citizens. With a focus on interest-driven and hands-on learning, and a low staff to child ratio, our campers develop skills and life-enriching hobbies that will pay dividends for years to come.