Geocaching 101 Camp

16jul9:30 am1:30 pmGeocaching 101 CampAges 9-12

Event Details

Experience a whole new way to explore Pittsburgh Botanic Garden through geocaching! If geocaching is new to you, this camp will introduce you to this easy and fun use of technology in finding hidden items. We will seek out the geocaches at the Garden and will provide the tools and techniques needed to go geocaching wherever you find yourself in the world. Campers will learn how to use GPS receivers and a compass, as well as the geocaching app that can be used on smartphones.


Members
$60 | Nonmembers $70  (Please sign in to receive member discount)


About the Instructors

Sarah Levinthal is a Pennsylvania Master Naturalist with an education background. She has been leading camps, field trips and preschool programs at the Garden for over a year. Outside of teaching, she loves hiking and spending time with her three children.

Colleen Mutschler is a Youth Educator at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Colleen taught elementary school for 33 years before joining the Garden’s Education team. When she’s not working or walking her dog, she loves to try new recipes for her husband and 2 children and exploring new areas around Pittsburgh.

Gina Walter is the Garden’s Education Coordinator and has a background in landscape architecture and horticultural therapy. Gina loves showing children the wonders of nature. In her free time, Gina enjoys caring for her indoor plants and exploring outside with her dog.


Camp Details

This is a 1-day, drop-off day camp. Please dress appropriately for the weather, kids will be outside exploring most of the time. Each participant will need to bring their own lunch.

Time

(Tuesday) 9:30 am - 1:30 pm

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Cancellation Policy

If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. No refunds will be issued after that point. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather. If you have any questions, please contact Guest Services at 412-444-4464.