Missoula Parents

Camp

Naturalist In Training

By Montana Natural History Center

Listed under Nature and wildlife camps

An instructor points up to the trees while a group of children wearing backpacks observes the outdoors.
Photo from montananaturalist.org
  • An instructor teaches two young girls about an aquatic creature caught in a net while standing in a stream.
  • A woman instructs a group of children in a museum gallery about Montana's ecosystems.
  • A teacher stands in front of a class of students in a school room.
  • A photograph of the Montana Natural History Center building featuring a large dragonfly mural.

About this camp

Get ready for a week of exploring, discovering, and becoming a Naturalist in Training! Participants will dive into hands-on field investigations, learn how to identify plants and animals, explore the outdoors, and practice real scientific observation skills.

How to join

Ask about next season: Naturalist In Training at Montana Natural History Center

Eligibility

Ages or grades
Middle school students
Adaptive program
Yes
Counselor ratio
Group size is limited to 13 campers and 2 counselors.

Cost help

Montana Natural History Center publishes scholarships, sliding fees, or other financial aid. Ask the provider how to apply, or see Help paying.

Past seasons

Published dates from previous seasons, kept so families can compare programs between years.

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What the provider published for past seasons
SessionDatesCost
Naturalist In TrainingMon, Jul 6, 2026–Fri, Jul 10, 2026

9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

$345 for members, $365 for non-members per camp.

  • Naturalist In Training

    Dates
    Mon, Jul 6, 2026–Fri, Jul 10, 2026

    9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

    Cost
    $345 for members, $365 for non-members per camp.