Day camps at Kings Gap have been developed over many years to meet the needs of each group. Programs are conducted mainly outdoors and are designed to guide campers to enjoyment, awareness, and knowledge of the natural world.
PA State Parks’ DiscoverE camps are designed to help children learn about the world around them. These meaningful environmental education programs provide positive experiences outdoors and allow children to explore nature with others of the same age.
Please keep your child’s abilities in mind when deciding whether they will be comfortable in this learning experience. Instructors cannot provide extensive individual attention while working with their group. Campers must be the appropriate age by the first date of camp to attend that session. Pre-registration and payment is required before start of camp.
To register, call: 717 486-5031
Penn’s Observers (Age 5-6)
Observers camp includes hands-on outdoor explorations that emphasize sensory experiences and scientific observations of our natural world.
This year’s theme: Weather or Not
Discover the everyday magic of sunshine and raindrops, plus the powerful wonders of wind and storms.
Fee: $30
➢ Camp 1 June 17 – 19, 2025, 9:00—11:30 AM
➢ Camp 2 July 15 – 17, 2025, 9:00—11:30 AM
Penn’s Investigators (Ages 7-9)
Investigators campers increase their awareness of the natural world through hands-on investigations in the woods.
This year’s theme: Circle of Life
From seed to sapling, egg to insect, tadpole to toad, investigate life cycles and unlock nature’s hidden transformations.
Fee: $30
Choose one camp session:
➢ Camp 3 June 17 – 19, 2025, 9:00—Noon
➢ Camp 4 July 15 – 16, 2025, 9:00—Noon
Penn’s Adventurers (Ages 10-12)
Penn’s Adventurers guides children to develop knowledge and problem-solving skills with hiking and more in-depth activities.
This year’s theme: Wildlife Detectives
Learn to track footprints, identify animal calls, and solve nature’s mysteries.
Fee: $70
Choose one camp session:
➢ Camp 5 July 29 – 31, 2025, 9:00—3:00 PM
➢ Camp 6 August 12 – 14, 2025, 9:00—3:00 PM
Penn’s Ambassadors (Ages 13-17)
Ambassador campers dive-in to action packed days. These all-day experiences combine recreation and outdoor learning in a memorable and dynamic program for teens.
This year’s theme: Data Decoders and Avid Adventurers
Experience the best of both worlds by doing vital scientific research investigating pollinators, frogs, and salamanders at seasonal ponds, and checking bird boxes for hatchlings – plus dive into exciting recreational activities like swimming and kayaking!
Fee: $85
➢ Camp 7 July 1 – July 3, 2025, 9:00 AM—3:00 PM
* July 3 takes place at Pine Grove Furnace SP
