Camps, Programs and Field Trips
The naturalist staff and volunteers at Lyonia Environmental Center provide a vast array of educational programs - from camps, classroom programs to guided hikes - throughout the year.
Day Camps
Are you looking for a fun, educational camp for your kids? Look no further! LEC offers week-long nature-themed camps for children ages 6 to 15. We have camp during winter, spring and summer breaks.
Summer Nature Camps: Click here for more information.
When: June - August 2024
Cost & Age: Varies per camp
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Registration Opens April 1, 2024
To register contact Shari Smith at ssmith@volusia.org or 386-789-7207, ext #21026
Educational Programs
Public programs
Whether your interest lies in Florida wildlife, conservation issues, gardening, the arts, or you just love getting out in nature, we have a program to fit your needs!
Program Details and Calendar
Program Registration and Information
- Register for programs at the LEC Eventbrite Webpage
- For more information, or if you have a program idea, contact Melissa Hughes at mhughes@volusia.org or 386-789-7207, ext. #21027.
Homeschool programs
LEC offers a variety of hands-on, interactive learning experiences that cover a broad range of environmental topics for homeschoolers. Our classrooms offer many resources to enhance your scientific learning experience including microscopes, dip nets, magnifiers, compasses, GPS units and more. You may choose an activity from a list of CPALM Standards programs offered by the center. If you prefer, the LEC staff can customize a program to accommodate a topic of your choice.
- Programs for the 2023-2024 school year [PDF]
- For more information or to book a program, contact Shari Smith at ssmith@volusia.org or 386-789-7207, ext. #21026.
Scout programs
Lyonia Environmental Center offers programs that can help scouts meet their badge requirements. Our nature-based programs cover environmental science, conservation, bird studies, hiking and much more! LEC staff also can customize a program that will fit your needs.
- For more information or to book a program, contact Melissa Hughes at mhughes@volusia.org or 386-789-7207, ext. #21027.
Group tours
Whether you are a novice group of naturalists or seasoned explorers, we encourage all environmental enthusiasts to join us in learning about one of Florida’s unique ecosystems, the scrub. Our exceptional educational tours include in-depth discussions of the exhibits in the gallery, green elements of our LEED-certified building, and guided hikes in Lyonia Preserve. Tours are perfect for collegiate student groups, profit and not-for-profit organizations, Florida master naturalists, environmental clubs, and other groups.
- For more information or to book a tour, contact Shari Smith at ssmith@volusia.org or 386-789-7207, ext. #21026.
Field Trips
Lyonia Environmental Center offers a wide range of programs for students in grades K-12.
Summer Group Field Trips
These fun programs are designed for summer camps, day care centers and youth activity groups.
- To schedule a program, contact Melissa Hughes at mhughes@volusia.org or 386-789-7207, ext. #21027 to book a program.
- Summer Group Registration Form [Fillable PDF].
School Field Trips
Your students can enjoy interpretive tours of the LEC Gallery and Lyonia Preserve. You can customize your day from a variety of programs. Programs usually last 2 to 2½ hours.
- To schedule a program, contact Shari Smith at ssmith@volusia.org or 386-789-7207, ext. #21026.
- List of program topics [PDF]
- Frequently asked questions [PDF]
Please send a completed registration form to Shari Smith at ssmith@volusia.org. If you have any questions, call her at 386-789-7207, ext. #21026.
