Experience Foothills Forest School through Explorers Camp

Summer 2026

We are excited to announce Summer 2026 Explorers Camp!

Each week our Explorers camp brings a brand-new adventure! Nestled in the heart of the Chilhowee mountains, our camp invites children to explore winding forest trails, splash through cool mountain creeks, and discover the magic of our serene lake.

With a fresh theme every week—ranging from wilderness survival and forest art to creek critter hunts and lake science—campers will dive into hands-on learning while connecting deeply with the natural world. Whether hiking beneath towering pines, building shelters from sticks and leaves, or simply watching dragonflies skim the water, every day is filled with wonder, discovery, and fun.

Summer Camp is offered weekly - Monday through Friday, from 9AM - 2PM each day.

Let the mountains be their playground!

Summer Camp at Foothills Forest School

Summer Camp Handbook

FFS Summer Camp Handbook (pdf)

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Summer Camp Details:

Age Groups & Tuition

Ages 3-5

Tadpoles

$300

Ages 6-9

Salamanders

$275

Ages 10-12

Crawdads

$275

12+

Black bears

$275

Weekly Themes

Week 1 (June 1-5)

Plant Power

Week 2 (June 8-12)

Sensational Summer

Week 3 (June 15-19)

Weather Wonder

Week 4 (June 22-26)

Wilderness Adventure

Week 5 (June 29-July 3)

Songbirds of the Smokies

Week 6 (July 6-10)

Appalachia Week

Week 7 (July 13-17)

Animal Olympics

Registration

To register: follow the link below!

*Sign-ups are managed through Brightwheel. You will be prompted to create an account to register.

Once we confirm the request, a $50 deposit request will be sent to hold your student's spot.

Full payment will be due on the prior to the first day of camp.

You may cancel prior to May 1 for a full refund. After May 1, the deposit will be forfeit.

Summer Camp Registration

Enrollment

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