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Dodge Nature Preschool offers part-day classes for six weeks in the summer for children ages three through five.

Summer Program

The 2021 summer session runs from June 28 through August 10 for children 3 to 6 years old.

*Online applications available March 1, 2021.*

– Hike and play through Dodge Nature Center’s prairie, woods and farm.
– Explore the natural science collections.
– Help grow produce in our garden and cook snacks with our bounty.
– Dig, slide, swing and climb on the Dodge Nature Preschool playground.

To qualify, children must be three years of age by June 15, 2021.

Summer Calendar

March 1, 2021 – Online Summer Application available. Placements made on an ongoing basis.
June 28, 2021 – Summer Program Begins.
July 5, 2021 – No Summer Program, Fourth of July Holiday.
August 10, 2021 – Last day of Summer Program.

Summer Sessions for 3- to 5-year-olds

Choose from summer mornings or afternoons June 28 through August 10.

Morning Sessions
8:45 am to 11:30 am
Tues. & Thurs. – $590
Mon., Wed. & Fri. – $780
Mon. through Fri. – $1,370

Afternoon Sessions
12:45 pm to 3:30 pm
Tues. & Thurs. – $590
Mon. & Wed. – $590
Mon. through Thurs. – $1,120

Going Deeper for 5- and 6-year-olds

Going Deeper for 5- and 6-year-olds
Designed for children entering kindergarten, this camp offers older preschoolers a more focused exploration of nature topics, learning through play, and building social relationships. Outside together, campers will journey and play through the far-reaching corners of Dodge Nature Center. Inside, they will work on art activities, enjoy cooking projects, and read together from favorite chapter books.

Morning Session
8:45 am to 11:30 am
Mon., Wed. & Fri. – $780

Afternoon Session
12:45 pm to 3:30 pm
Mon. through Thurs. – $1,120

Summer Applications Accepted Beginning March 1, 2021

How to Apply - Summer

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Have older campers? Check out Dodge's Summer Camps for children entering Grades 1-8.

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Dodge Nature Preschool

1715 Charlton Street, West St. Paul, MN 55118
651-455-4555
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