Eco Camp
Happy Dancing Turtle Eco Camps
Eco Camps are nature-based day camps where campers will learn about various environmental topics through activities, games, crafts, stories, outdoor exploration & recreation, play, and a whole lot of fun! Each session has a maximum of 15 campers. To fully engage campers & provide age-appropriate activities that are fun for all, camps are separated by age group. Eco Camps are in both our locations: Northern Lakes Region in Pine River, MN and the Driftless Region in Trempealeau, WI.
Northern Lakes Eco Camps - Pine River, MN
Pine River Eco Camps
Pine River Eco Camps are nature-based day camps for kids aged 1st-6th grade. All camps will be hosted at the Hunt Utilities Group Resilient Living Campus in Pine River, Minnesota. Campers will have the opportunity to learn and explore in a forest classroom setting, a strawbale building, and a 2-acre demonstration garden. Depending on age, campers may also walk into town for various activities.
Eco Camp runs Monday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm; $180*/camper; campers bring their own snack, lunch, and water bottle. One day of camp will be spent at the lake where we will swim, kayak, and participate in water-related games and activities.​
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2026 Camp Dates
Grades 1 & 2: June 8-12
Grades 3 & 4: June 22-26
July 6-10
Grades 5 & 6: July 20-24
*We are offering two weeks of the 3rd & 4th grade age group to accommodate more campers. Please choose one - these weeks are the same program. ​​
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations made at least 14 days prior to camp start date will receive a full refund, less a 10% processing fee.
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Cancellations made 3-13 days prior to camp start date will receive a refund of 50%.
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Cancellations made less than 3 days prior to camp start date will receive no refund.
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Should Happy Dancing Turtle cancel camp for any reason, all paid registrations will receive a refund of 100%.
Driftless Region Eco Camps - Trempealeau, WI
Driftless Eco Camps are nature-based day camps for kids aged PreK-6th grade. The Driftless Region boasts unique geography & nature that is exciting to learn about through hands-on exploration! All camps will be hosted at the OWL Center at the Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge in Trempealeau, Wisconsin with so much nature to explore right outside the door! ​​
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2026 Camp Dates
Grades 1 & 2: June 8 - 12 - Waitlist & June 22 - 26 - Waitlist*
Grades 3 & 4: July 6 - 10 - Waitlist
Grades 5 & 6: July 20 - 24 - Open​
PreK & Kindergarten: Aug 3 - 7 - Waitlist
Based on grade camper will enter in Fall of 2026
*We are offering two weeks of the 1st & 2nd grade age group to accommodate more campers. Please choose one - these weeks are the same program.
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Note: Please email driftless@happydancingturtle.org to be added to the waiting list for Summer 2026. Include camper name, parent/guardian name + contact, grade level in fall, and desired session.
Grades 1-6: full-day Eco Camp runs Monday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm; campers bring their own snack & lunch. Cost is $180 per camper.
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PreK-Kindergarten: we welcome the youngest campers to join us for a half-day camp! Campers must be at least 4 years of age by the time camp begins & be able to independently use the bathroom. Camp runs Monday to Friday, from 9am to 12pm; campers bring their own snack & lunch. Cost is $140 per camper. ​​
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*The price of camp includes supplies, activities, guest speakers, & camp t-shirt. Payment plans & financial assistance are available on the registration form. Email driftless@happydancingturtle.org for more information.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations made at least 14 days prior to camp start date will receive a full refund, less a 10% processing fee.
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Cancellations made 3-13 days prior to camp start date will receive a refund of 50%.
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Cancellations made less than 3 days prior to camp start date will receive no refund.
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Should Happy Dancing Turtle cancel camp for any reason, all paid registrations will receive a refund of 100%.