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Quogue Wildlife Refuge

Quogue Wildlife Refuge

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You may encounter periodic trail closures due to the impact of the Southern Pine Beetle at the Refuge.

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Explorers

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Explorers Camp

For teens entering 9th, 10th, 11th grades

Join us for a week of exploration! In this immersive experience we will take campers to explore the biodiversity of the Refuge (Mon; 9am to 12pm) and learn about the unique habitats on Long Island with an offsite trip to Sunken Forest, Fire Island (Tues; 9am to 2:30pm) and a kayak adventure (Wed; 9am to 2pm). On Thursday, we’ll discover the secret mud trail at the Refuge (9am to 12pm), then explore the trails at night on Thursday evening and stay for a camp-over (7pm Thurs to 9am Fri). Parents must transport their campers to and from offsite locations on Tues & Wed. Further information will be emailed to you.

Parents must transport their campers to and from offsite trips on Tuesday (Sunken Forest Ferry Terminal) & Wednesday (Kayaking Launch Spot – will be provided). Detailed information will be provided.

Questions? Read the Explorers Camp FAQs here

Members $450 | Non-members $485

Grade level is the grade that your child will be entering in September of 2025.

Register online below or click here to download the PDF application

Week 5: July 28 – August 1

Entering grades 9 – 11
Register online below

Refund Policy: A 50% refund will be granted if cancellations are received at least 30 days prior to the start of the camp session. There will be NO refund if the cancellation occurs within 30 days of the first day of the session, therefore please choose your sessions carefully and mark them in your calendar. Cancellation requests must be made by email to: Programs@QuogueWildlifeRefuge.org *(Strictly enforced!)*  Switching camp weeks (if available) will be subject to an additional $50 processing fee per application.

2025 Explorers Week 5 for 9th, 10th, 11th graders

"*" indicates required fields

Please double check all information is correct prior to submitting application. Please do not use autofill for this application.

Your Name (Parent/ Guardian)*
Email*
All confirmations will be sent to this email address, including any changes in the weeks schedule, or updates on the program. Please use an email that you regularly check and make sure that it is typed correctly.
Additional Email (Guardian/Parent)
All confirmations will be sent to this email address, including any changes in the weeks schedule, or updates on the program. Please use an email that you regularly check and make sure that it is typed correctly.
Mailing Address*
Child's Name*
Child's Nickname (if applicable)
This will be the name that will be used for nametags and attendance if this section is completed.
Child's Date of Birth*
Child's Shirt Size*
Are you a 2025 QWR Member?*
Memberships are valid through the calendar year (Jan 1 to Dec 31). If you were a member last summer and haven’t renewed, you can renew your membership online today. Please note that you need a current Family level membership or higher to receive the priority & discounted registration for Summer Camp. Family Memberships are only valid for the immediate family (i.e Parents and Children – not Grandchildren). To become a member visit https://quoguewildliferefuge.org/get-involved/become-a-member-today/ or call 631.653.4771. You can become a member at any time.
Non-members are welcome to register after 05/11/2025 OR become a member today. To become a member visit https://quoguewildliferefuge.org/get-involved/become-a-member-today/ or call 631.653.4771. You can become a member at any time.
Payment Method*
American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa
Supported Credit Cards: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
 
Send checks to PO Box 492, Quogue NY 11959 – *Check must be postmarked within one week of this form submission and received before camp begins to ensure your reservation.
Refund Policy*
By selecting this box, I am confirming that I have read, understand, and will comply with the following Refund Policy: A 50% refund will be granted if cancellations are received at least 30 days prior to the start of the camp session. There will be NO refund if the cancellation occurs within 30 days of the first day of the session, therefore please choose your sessions carefully and mark them in your calendar. Cancellation requests must be made by email to: Programs@QuogueWildlifeRefuge.org *(Strictly enforced)* Switching camp weeks (if available) will be subject to an additional $50 processing fee per application.

Health and Emergency Contact Information

You will be listed as the 1st Emergency Contact. ** PLEASE LIST TWO EMERGENCY CONTACTS IN ADDITION TO YOURSELF. If listed, these contacts will be approved for pick-up and must show a photo ID at camp pick-up.
Emergency Contact Name #1*
Emergency Contact #2*
example: Babysitters, Family Friends, Grandparents. Must show a photo ID at the time of pick-up
If your child attends school with an aid, please inform Quogue Wildlife Refuge staff. At this time, we are not able to provide 1:1 supervision and therefore an aid must be provided. Please contact Refuge staff, as information on the aid must be provided before the start of your child’s camp week (as per Suffolk County Health Department). Please send or attach any treatment, care, and behavioral plans if applicable.
Drop files here or
Max. file size: 2 GB.
    We are required by the NYS Health Department to have an up-to-date copy of your child’s vaccinations on file. We do not accept registrations without this form. Usually called a “School/Camp Form” from pediatrician. Please upload a PDF or JPEG of the file here. If the file is too large, please try shrinking it or taking a clear photo of it, then upload. We only need your child’s general vaccination record, NOT the Covid immunization card. Email programs@quoguewildliferefuge.org if you are having issues uploading a file to this form.
    Clear Signature
    This form will be valid for 2025. I hereby grant permission for my child (named above) to attend the Quogue Wildlife Refuge Explorers Camp and participate in all activities listed. In the event of a medical or weather emergency and/or the inability to contact the designated guardian(s) in such an event, I agree that the Quogue Wildlife Refuge Staff may take such emergency measures, including transportation, as they deem appropriate and shall notify the parent and legal guardian as soon as possible.

    Quogue Wildlife Refuge reserves the right to use photographs/ videos taken at camps, programs and events for use on our website, publications, and social media.

    Contact

    3 Old Country Road
    P.O. Box 492
    Quogue, NY 11959
    631-653-4771
    info@quoguewildliferefuge.org

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    The Refuge trails and Outdoor Wildlife Complex are open every day from sunrise to sunset free of charge. Dogs and bicycles are not permitted on the Refuge grounds.

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