Environmental Center

ESSEX COUNTY SOUTH MOUNTAIN RESERVATION ANNUAL FAMILY CAMPOUT

Starting Saturday, October 7 at 12PM to Sunday, October 8
at 11Am (Rain Dates 10/14 & 15)

Activities are designed for children ages 4 through 12. Families with
young children seeking a nature-intensive outdoor experience are invited to
register for the 9th annual SMR Family Campout, taking place at Summit Field
in Essex County South Mountain Reservation. Co-sponsored by the South
Mountain Conservancy & Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation, and
Cultural Affairs, this event features programming from the Essex County Environmental Center, nature games,
animal exhibits from Essex County Turtle Back Zoo, guided hikes, kids’ exploration and crafts, live music, a
campfire with stories, morning yoga and a Sunday breakfast. For more information, please email
familycampout@somocon.org.

Advanced registration is required. Stay up-to-date by signing up for the South
Mountain Conservancy eBulletin at www.somocon.org 

Fee: $50 per family (up to 5 family members).