BablerWiLD Half Day Classes

Half-Day Classes are a great way to have fun and learn new skills in a small group setting.  Classes are taught and supervised by BablerWiLD staff and many include two sessions to choose from!  Classes will be held inside Babler State Park at the Babler Outdoor Education Center. 

Grades 3-6 | Babler OEC | $29 per class

Morning Session: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. or Afternoon Session: 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Register based on the child's 2022-23 grade level.

Session 1 AM: Gaga and Games | Monday, August 15 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 
Come play some of our favorite BablerWiLD Games! From Gaga Ball to Camouflage play some classic camp games and learn some new games too!

Session 1 PM: Shelter and Survival | Monday, August 15 | 1:00-4:00 p.m. |
Learn what it takes to survive in the woods. Make your choice during our survival situations and get out into the woods creating a shelter of your own!

Session 2 AM: Archery 101 | Tuesday, August 16 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 
This introductory archery class is perfect for any beginner. Campers will learn to safely shoot a bow and arrow under the supervision of our experienced staff. We will make sure to make time for a few games in between shooting rounds as well!

Session 2 PM: Art in Nature | Tuesday, August 16 | 1:00-4:00 p.m. 
Art is all around us! Discover natural art provided by nature and get creative as you make a masterpiece of your own.

Session 3 AM: Food and Fires | Wednesday, August 17 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 
Learn what it takes to build a fire and then cook a sweet treat! Campers will get to try out some non conventional fire starting techniques and enjoy a snack they cook themselves.

Session 3 PM: Bugs to Bears | Wednesday,  August 17 | 1:00-4:00 p.m. 
Missouri is full of wildlife! Find a bug, check out some real skulls and furs, and make a plaster animal track to take home!

Session 4 AM: Fishing Fun | Thursday,  August 18 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 
Learn the basics and then let's go fishing! Campers will be introduced to push button reels, taught how to safely cast, and get a chance to fish in our stocked pond. All equipment will be provided, please no outside equipment.

Session 4 PM: Crafty Creations | Thursday, August 18 | 1:00-4:00 p.m. 
Let's get creative! Bring a few items to tye-dye and the try out some of our very own BablerWiLD crafts to take home!

Session 5 AM: Nature in Motion | Friday, August 19 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 
Join us for a morning of hands on experiments as we see what it takes to keep up with nature! Can you make something fly like a bird, stay warm in the arctic, or erupt like a volcano?

Session 5 PM: WiLD Pool Party | Friday, August 19 | 1:00-4:00 p.m. 
Cool off with an end of summer pool party! Try out our cannonball contest and get ready for some water fun. Campers must be able to swim unassisted in the deep end of the pool.

View complete details on every WiLD Skills class here