Summer Camp Visits

APEC provides camp visits for thousands of campers each year. All workshops provide educational concepts about various aspects of our living environment.

2026 Summer Camp Visits to our Center

Each trip includes:

- 75 minute program with a general mini-lesson
- Guided nature walk
- Live animal presentation with 3 of APEC's Animal Ambassadors

$8.00 per student plus $5.00 per staff member* (minimum of 8 students required)

*$50.00 non-refundable deposit due at booking to reserve a date. Credit/debit card payments
accepted.

APEC does not have an indoor eating area. Camp guests are welcome to have lunch at APEC’s outdoor picnic area. Insect repellant and sunscreen are recommended.

Summer camp visits are by reservation only.
To schedule a trip call (718) 229-4000 or fill out our interest form below!
A $50 non-refundable deposit for each class is required at booking

* Indicates required field

First Name *

Last Name *

Name of Camp or Organization *

Ages of Campers *

Number of Classes *

Approximate Number of Campers *

Phone Number *

Email *

Month / Date(s) You Are Looking For *

Comments or Questions? *

This form is for inquiries only. Summer camp visits are not booked until you are contacted by a coordinator and the $50 nonrefundable deposit is paid for each class. *

I Understand

Thank you! We will get back to you as soon as we can.

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Guidelines for the day of your trip

Full program, including nature walk, is held rain or shine.

Please dress appropriately --
ie. boots in colder, wetter months and insect repellent in the spring.

Leave children on bus and have one teacher register and pay for your group at the Front Desk.

If your bus is running late, please call APEC at 718-229-4000 and we will try to accommodate you.

APEC does not supply hand sanitizer or paper towels.

Keep in mind, there are no indoor lunch facilities available. There are outdoor picnic tables for your class, should you choose to enjoy lunch on the premises.

The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.

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229-10 Northern Blvd.
Douglaston, NY 11362

MAIN: (718) 229-4000

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