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Bloom & Belong Art and Nature Education Program


Summer Camps -
Summer 2026

 

Bloom & Belong Art and Nature Education Program

For Students Entering 2nd–5th Grade (Fall 2026)

Bloom & Belong is an outdoor art and nature enrichment program featuring creative projects and weekly explorations. Participants engage in collaborative experiences designed to encourage creativity, confidence, and connection with the natural world.

The program is led by Ava Tiesworth, LLMSW, and assistant counselor Addie Nicolaou, both TCAPS graduates with experience working with children in educational and summer settings.

Session Calendar

Session 1: Wild Wonders

Week 1 – June 15–19 | Traverse Heights

Week 2 – June 22–26 | Traverse Heights

Session 2: Crazy Colors

Week 1 – June 29–July 3 | Traverse Heights

No Program | July 6–10

Session 3: Aquatic Adventures - Registration Opening Soon!

Week 1– July 13–17 | 

Week 2–| July 20–24 | 

Session 4: Inner Artists - Registration Opening Soon!

Week 1 - July 27-31 | 

Week 2 – August 3–7 | 

Session 5: Roots and Wings - Registration Opening Soon!

Week 1 – August 10–14 | 

Week 2 - August 17-21 



Program Schedule:

Monday–Friday | 12:30 - 4:30

Programming takes place primarily outdoors. Indoor spaces will be used for snacks, water breaks, and severe weather.


Registration Fees

Weekly Program Cost

TCAPS Students: $250.00

Non-TCAPS Students:$300.00

Limited scholarships are available for qualifying TCAPS students. Please contact Ava Tiesworth for additional information.

  • Reduced Lunch Rate: $150.00/week
  • Free Lunch Rate: $50.00/week

A minimum of 15 participants is required for each week to run. Register today!

Space is limited to 20 campers per week. In the event of low enrollment and camp cannot run, you will be contacted no later than 5 days prior the start of camp with refund or transfer options.

Registration Deadlines:

  • Session 1 closes June 7th
  • Sessions 2 and beyond close one weeks before session begins or when full.

What to Bring

  • Water bottle
  • Closed-toe shoes
  • Layered clothing
  • Sunscreen
  • Beach towel or blanket
  • Bug spray


Lunch is not provided, but an afternoon snack will be provided daily.

Questions?

Contact Ava Tiesworth ava.c.tiesworth@wmich.edu

 

NOTE: Payment is required at the time of registration. To register online using a Discover, MasterCard, Visa, or ACH via a checking or savings account please register below. Registration is not complete until your course appears in your dashboard. You will also receive an email from Eleyo confirming your registration. If you need assistance please call the LEAP office (231.933.7480).
B&B- S1 Week 1 (6/15-6/19)

  Ava Tiesworth


Traverse Heights Elementary School
Mon Jun 15 - Fri Jun 19
12:30 - 4:30 PM

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Grades   2nd - 5th

B&B- S1 Week 2 (6/22-6/26)

  Ava Tiesworth


Traverse Heights Elementary School
Mon Jun 22 - Fri Jun 26
12:30 - 4:30 PM

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Grades   2nd - 5th

B&B- S2 Week 1 (6/29-7/3)

  Ava Tiesworth


Traverse Heights Elementary School
Mon Jun 29 - Fri Jul 3
12:30 - 4:30 PM

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Grades   2nd - 5th