Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill
Outdoor education for a love of nature
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Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill is a camp for ages 13–17 in Raleigh, NC, running Jun 15–19, 2026. Weekly tuition from $180. Offered by Piedmont Wildlife Center.
- Ages
- 13–17
- Dates
- Jun 15–19, 2026
- Price
- $180/week
- Location
- 4620 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh, NC
Location
4620 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27603
Southwest Raleigh, at Yates Mill County Park
At Piedmont Wildlife Center, every camp day is an adventure filled with discovery, connection, and fun in the great outdoors. At the Historic Yates Mill County Park location in Wake County, forest trails, creeks, and meadows become classrooms and playgrounds. Guided by experienced counselors, children take part in forest games, nature challenges, and hands-on crafts that inspire curiosity and build confidence. They may wade into streams to look for aquatic life, meet native North Carolina wildlife, or learn traditional outdoor skills that foster self-reliance and respect for the natural world. Each day’s activities are shaped by the theme, the weather, and campers’ own interests, making every experience unique and engaging. Storytelling, gratitude practices, and moments of reflection help strengthen campers’ sense of belonging in nature and with each other. The program emphasizes environmental stewardship, wildlife awareness, and the joy of play, creating lasting memories and deep connections to the natural world.
Schedule and booking
Weeklong and single-day camps are offered throughout the year in alignment with local school schedules. Make sure to select the location you wish to attend. Most camps run from 9 AM – 3 PM with drop-off starting at 8:30 AM and aftercare options until 5:30 PM.
Program highlights
- Default: Nature exploration, games, nature crafts, water play, outdoor skills, team-building, storytelling, self-reflection
Support and amenities
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About the organization
Piedmont Wildlife Center
Piedmont Wildlife Center is a non-profit environmental organization offering immersive outdoor educational programming from multiple locations across the Triangle, guided by its vision of a world where all people are united by a love and respect for nature and are committed to the health of the planet and one another for generations to come.
Frequently asked questions about Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill
- What ages is Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill for?
- Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill is designed for children ages 13–17.
- Where is Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill located?
- Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill is located at 4620 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27603.
- How much does Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill cost?
- Weekly tuition for Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill starts at $180. Visit the camp page for full pricing details.
- When does Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill run?
- Weeklong and single-day camps are offered throughout the year in alignment with local school schedules. Make sure to select the location you wish to attend. Most camps run from 9 AM – 3 PM with drop-off starting at 8:30 AM and aftercare options until 5:30 PM.
- What activities does Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill offer?
- Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill offers activities including: Nature exploration, games, nature crafts, water play, outdoor skills, team-building, storytelling, self-reflection.
- How do I register for Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill?
- Register for Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill on KidsBooked at https://app.kidsbooked.com/camp/zdhCdNakPDUoiwtjRPbr. You can view dates, pricing, and availability there.
- How many upcoming sessions does Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill have scheduled?
- Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill has 12 upcoming sessions scheduled. See the camp page on KidsBooked for dates and availability.
- Does Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill offer track out camp?
- Yes, Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill offers track out camp.
- Does Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill have a CIT program?
- Yes, Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill offers a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program.
- Does Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill offer teacher workday or school's out camp?
- Yes, Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill offers teacher workday and school's out camp.
- Does Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill offer scholarships?
- Yes, Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill offers scholarships. See the camp page on KidsBooked for details.
- Does Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill offer late care?
- Yes, Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill offers late pick-up / after-care.
- Can Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill accommodate allergies?
- Yes, Piedmont Wildlife Center - Yates Mill can accommodate campers with allergies.