Forest School Summer Camp
An action-packed outdoor summer camp for young people aged 5 - 12 years.
Monday 20 - Friday 24 July 2026, 10am - 4pm
€25 for 5 days
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Join us for a new Forest School Summer Camp for ages 5-12 years!
We are thrilled to bring the magic of Wild Kids Forest School to the beautiful grounds of VISUAL this summer! This unique camp blends nature-based exploration with creative expression, full of fun and interactive activities exploring everything from local biodiversity to ancient crafts.
Activities include:
- Botanical printing
- Foraging
- Ink Making
- Nature Games
- Fire making
- Bushcraft
- Ropes, Knots & Tools
- Time in Nature
- And much more!!
This is an opportunity to make, mess and meet new people.
Each day will be divided into morning and afternoon sessions with a break for a packed lunch. Children should bring plenty of food and drinks for the day.
Georgina Kemmy specialises in nature-led creativity. With years of experience working with children in outdoor settings, she facilitates child-led, play-based workshops that follow the core ethos of the Forest School movement - fostering curiosity, connection and a deep-rooted love for the wild.
Numbers are limited so please book your place to avoid disappointment.
It will be possible to pay a deposit and pay the remainder of your booking in increments, please call Box Office for support.
The Forest School Summer School is kindly funded by Creative Ireland.
Tickets can be purchased in person or over the phone at Box Office. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Wheelchair users and any group over 8 persons should book tickets directly through Box Office. Further Terms and Conditions can be found at visualcarlow.ie/visit/booking-information.
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