Held in July, Settler Survival Camp at Carillon Historical Park is five days of early settlement fun. The Miami Valley comes to life from an early settler’s perspective during this exciting camp. Learn about historic woodworking, early travel methods, hearth cooking, textiles, gardening, and so much more!
Address: 1000 Carillon Blvd. Dayton, Ohio 45409
Phone: (937) 293-2841
Website: www.daytonhistory.org/events/historical-experiences/settler-survival-camp/
Email: [email protected]
Dates: July 8-12, 15-19, 22-26
Hours: 9:00am–4:00pm
Ages: Recommended for ages 8-12
Q & A with Carillon Historical Park:Â
What makes your camp unique?
Settler Survival Camp at Carillon Historical Park is five whole days of learning about early settlement fun. Minimum age is 8 years.
What activities are offered at Settler Survival Camp at Carillon Park?
Historic woodworking, early travel methods, hearth cooking, textiles, gardening, and so much more!
Does Settler Survival Camp at Carillon Park provide lunch/snacks or do parents need to provide them?
Lunch will not be provided any day. Campers must bring their own.
What is the typical daily schedule for campers?
Settler Survival Camp takes place daily from 9:00am to 4:00pm, Monday-Friday. Typically, campers will have an activity in the morning and a separate one in the afternoon. The activities change from day to day.
How old are the counselors and how are they trained?
The counselors are age 18 or older and trained in the various activities taking place at camp.
