Welcome back returing campers and hello to new campers - we can't wait to
see you this summer! Whether you are interested in archaeology, nature, history
or just getting outdoors and having fun, we have something for you.
Registration for 2025 camps begins in February. If you have
any questions about our camp policies, please contact Debra Rantanen, Director of Education,
at debra.rantanen@maryland.gov
For more information call 410-586-8538.
Survival Camp (rising 6th to rising 8th graders)
June 23-27, 9am-4pm
Are you an outdoors enthusiast? Do you watch survival shows and get excited to play
outside? If so, then survival camp is the camp for you. During the camp we will
learn about all sorts of topics including botany, building fires, first aid,
building shelters, orienteering, outdoor cooking and much more! Pre-registration
is required. Fee $150, Friends $135.
Register
Imagine If Camp – Morning Session (rising kindergarteners and 1st graders)
June 30-July 3, 9am-12pm
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be someone or even something else? Imagine
if you could try out being someone new each day? Open up your mind and bring your
imagination to life! It all begins with the words, “Imagine if….” at JPPM.
Pre-registration is required. Fee $50, Friends $45.
Register
Imagine If Camp – Afternoon Session (rising kindergarteners and rising 1st graders)
June 30-July 3, 1pm-4pm
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be someone or even something else? Imagine
if you could try out being someone new each day? Open up your mind and bring your
imagination to life! It all begins with the words, “Imagine if….” at JPPM.
Pre-registration is required. Fee $50, Friends $45.
Register
Archaeology Camp (rising 6th to rising 8th graders)
July 7-11, 9am-4pm
From mummies to modern Maryland, come learn all about archaeology in this hands-on
camp. Campers will learn about the steps of archaeology, investigate archaeological
sites from around the world, and work with archaeologists in the field. Join us as
we dig into fun and history. Pre-registration is required. Fee $150, Friends $135.
Register
Native Skills Camp (rising 2nd and rising 3rd graders)
July 14-18, 9am-3pm
During this camp we will make shelters and learn about different native tools such as
rabbit sticks, bows, fire drills, and pottery. Campers will also learn about, and
try, a variety of cooking methods including boiling water without a pot, baking without
an oven, and how to make the perfect s’more. Pre-registration is required. Fee $150,
Friends $135.
Register
Full STEAM Ahead Camp (rising 2nd and rising 3rd graders)
July 21-25, 9am-3pm
Toot toot! Full STEAM ahead! Have you ever wondered how we interact with the forces of
nature around us? What makes the waves and tides in the river? How does wind power a
boat or how do planes fly? How do we prepare to blast off to the stars? Join us for
this new and exciting STEAM camp where we will explore the different forces that make
our world move! Pre-registration is required. Fee $150, Friends $135.
Register
Hands-on History Camp (rising 4th and rising 5th graders)
July 28 – August 1, 9am-4pm
Discover how art, science and history help us interpret the past. Each day will be a
different adventure as you explore and investigate the history and archaeology of
Southern Maryland. Learn about the daily lives of Native Americans and Colonists, who
lived here centuries ago. Pre-registration is required. Fee $150, Friends $135.
Register
