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.

To see program list with fees click here.

 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.

Winter Camp Information Coming Soon!

Contact Shari Smith at ssmith@volusia.org or 386-789-7207, ext #21026 for more information

  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

• Programs link and registration
• To receive a the monthly newsletter of events by email, please call at 386-789-7207 ext 21028 to sign up. 
• County Calendar 
• 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

Homeschool Groups can book a field trip with a minimum of 10 students.  Groups can choose from  a variety of hands-on, interactive learning experiences that cover a broad range of environmental topics. A guided hike is included in these field trips. Our classrooms offer many resources to enhance your scientific learning experience.

Homeschool Families can join us for our monthly programs offered on-site at LEC and at other locations around the county. Reservations and advanced payment required. Call early to make reservations. Monthly programs start in October and continue through May! Click here for 2025-2026 Home School Program Schedule.

For more information or to make reservations, 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. Click here for details. 

• 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 Christie Miller at clmiller@volusia.org or 386-789-7207, ext. #21025.

 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

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, or for more information, contact Shari Smith at ssmith@volusia.org or 386-789-7207, ext. #21026.