Camp Wildcat

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Chris-Pistole

Chris Pistole

Camp Director for Camp Wildcat

(417)782-6287

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Chris Pistole

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Our center opened in 2007 and we began our first camp season in the summer of 2008.

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We are located in Wildcat Park, which is a City Park located on the south side of Joplin, MO.

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Our mission is connecting kids to nature. We do this through hands on activities and experiential learning. Teaching kids conservation actions.

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We offer over 4 miles of hiking trails, we do canoeing and fishing, getting out in nature and experiencing it at its best.

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We run our session Tuesday through Friday, and in the mornings. The fee is $125. We offer scholarships for those in need.

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I am the fulltime staff for the Camp. We have volunteers that are background checked and receive training on our summer sessions.

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With so many people living in urban areas, they get so much indoor time. A lot of kids are not getting a connection to nature. It’s a great opportunity for parents to share their love and interest for the outdoors and nature with their kids.

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They can register right up until the Camp starts.

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We offer drop off from 7:30 am and we will supervise until 12:30 pm. Also, we have an Art & Nature Camp, which is very popular, and it’s a great opportunity for kids.

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