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Fun, Standards-based Nature Education

Teaching KATE gives students a unique opportunity to explore nature through hands-on learning.

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Tons of Exciting Activities

Teaching KATE is a field study program for grades 3-8 held on the shores of Lake Marion in Summerton, SC.

Camp Bob Cooper has a biodiverse ecosystem, large population of wildlife and the capacity to host even the largest group. The Teaching KATE curriculum focuses on broad environmental earth and life sciences and is adaptable, so you can easily accomplish your goals in meeting SC state standards. In addition to a strong core curriculum, we offer exciting team-building activities that campers love!

All curriculums align with South Carolina state standards and feature hands-on, application-based learning. For add-on activities, please call for details and pricing information.

Forest Ecology

  • Scientific study of interrelated patterns and processes in the forest
  • Explore plant and animal interactions within the forest
  • Answer questions about forest management using scientific investigations and models
  • Tree identification and forest floor exploration
  • Forest mapping

Water Ecology

  • Become a chemist and test the pH and dissolved oxygen levels of Lake Marion
  • Analyze chemical and biological pollution levels
  • Discover the macro organisms that are bio indicators
  • Collect and analyze macro-invertebrates from the lake

Wildlife

  • Analyze population dynamics
  • Build your own food web
  • Learn how energy flows through food chains and webs
  • Discover the structures, processes, behaviors and adaptations allow critters to survive

Soil

  • Determine what abiotic and biotic factors affect the pH of soil
  • pH testing
  • Discover the importance of wetlands
  • Observe soil layers and analyze different soil types

Additional Activities

Beyond our standard ecology curriculum, our facility offers opportunities for engaging, fun activities.

  • Archery
  • Canoeing
  • Climbing Wall*
  • High Ropes Course*
  • Portable Planetarium
  • Teams Course
  • And More!

*Adventure activities may have additional restrictions

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Standards-Based Curriculum
Standards-Based Curriculum
Cast netting
Cast netting
Gorgeous Setting
Gorgeous Setting
We like to have fun, too.
We like to have fun, too.

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Details

  • Schedule

    Our typical program runs from Monday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Friday. We also offer one- and two-day programs depending on your priorities.

  • Capacity

    Camp Bob Cooper is a full-service facility, with a professional kitchen staff, gymnasium, swimming area, and sleeping capacity of 200 students.

    We love working with groups of all sizes.

  • Pricing

    To inquire about pricing, please fill out our contact form or call (803) 574-6066.

Testimonials

Teacher

“The students really have enjoyed Camp Bob Cooper. I feel the teachers have as well. This was the first time for many students to experience camping. You made it enjoyable, fun, and educational.”

Teacher

“Camp instructors were amazing with each student and were able to ensure that students felt included and important is phenomenal. Thank you all! We want to steal you from here so you can join our staff!”

Student

“Food was great! Campfire was really fun! I love it Camp Bob Cooper. I don’t want to leave.”

Student

“This camp was the best thing I have ever done.”

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Teaching KATE runs all through the school year. For information, submit a request form.

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