CAMP WILDFLOWER & GREEN CAREERS PROGRAM FAQ
What is your refund policy?
You may cancel a registration on or before May 15, 2023 for a full refund minus a $75 processing fee. Cancellations made on or after May 16, 2023 will not receive a refund. All cancellations must be submitted via email to the registrar.
Is there a waitlist?
Should I monitor your website for cancellations?
No need for that. If a week you want is currently full, add yourself to the waitlist (see previous question) and you will be notified about an open spot. When a cancellation occurs, that doesn’t automatically open a slot to the public; rather, we reference waitlists to fill spots.
What if I am experiencing a problem with the registration website?
If you are experiencing a problem with registering through our website please contact our offices at (512) 232-0277 or email us.
Is there a discount for members?
Yes. The membership discount is $50.
How do I apply my member discount to my program purchase?
Once you have successfully signed in under your membership you may now begin adding your desired week to your cart. Once you have made your selections, click “Add to cart” to be taken to the next page where you will be able to view your selections as well as your member discount in your cart before completing your registration.
I’m a member, but my cart still shows the full price. How do I get the member price?
You must first ensure that you have registered your account on our website and are properly signed in.
Once you have successfully signed in under your membership you will see your email address in place of the “Sign in” button. You may now begin adding your selections to your cart and filling out the necessary fields. Once you have made your selections, click “Add to cart” to be taken to the next page where you will be able to view your selections as well as your member discount in your cart before completing your registration.
Please note: members will not see a decrease in prices until after they have signed in and added their selections to their cart by clicking “Add to cart”.
I’m a UT employee; do I get a discount?
Yes. As an active UT student or employee you receive $35 off. Email us from your UT address for the discount code.
How long is the day?
The programs are held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
What do participants need every day?
Participants should bring the following each day:
- A packed lunch that does not require refrigeration
- Two snacks (Please consider packing peanut-free items as a safety consideration for participants who may have allergies.)
- A refillable water bottle (filled with water before arrival)
- A water bottle carrier (optional)
- Sunscreen (applied before arrival)
- Bug spray (applied before arrival)
- A Backpack
- Hat (optional)
- An extra change of clothes (highly recommended)
What should my participants refrain from bringing?
Please refrain from bringing the following items:
- Soda is not permitted
- Unnecessary items such as expensive cameras, cell phones, video games or toys
- Wheeled shoes
The Wildflower Center is not responsible for any camper’s personal items that may be lost, stolen or damaged. We encourage you to label your youth’s belongings with their full name in permanent marker or labels.
What should participants wear?
Participants need to dress appropriately for the weather in comfortable clothes. We recommend closed-toe shoes. Water shoes and synthetic sandals can be packed for creek-play days. A hat and backpack (with an extra set of clothes) are highly recommended. No wheeled shoes are permitted. Please apply sunscreen and insect repellent before arrival.
What will my youth be doing every day?
Every day has a different theme, so activities are thematic. However, every week is filled with daily hikes, outdoor exploration, investigation, plant labs, nature games, songs, nature art, story time, journaling, unstructured play and more! Think of the daily theme as a lens rather than a rigid curriculum.
Where do I drop off or pick up my youth every day?
A detailed map of all pertinent locations on-site and other important info will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
What if I need to pick my youth up early or miss a day?
Make sure your child’s camp counselor and/or camp director know. All program staff have portable radios, so a Wildflower Center front desk or kiosk staff can radio to camp groups for early pickup. If your youth will be absent, please notify a counselor in advance or call 512.232.0277 and inform staff (or leave a voicemail with your youth’s name and whether they will miss the full or a partial day). No refunds will be issued for missed days.
Who are my children’s camp counselors?
Camp counselors are typically college seniors or graduates who have had some combination of the following: extensive experience working with youth in various capacities; a science degree which may or may not include botany, environmental science, biology or geology; experience working at the Wildflower Center either as a volunteer, intern or previous camp counselor. All camp staff are trained according to UT’s Youth Protection Program standards including background checks and child protection training.
I have two or more children in different grade levels. Can I register them together?
Sorry, no. Each age bracket (grades 2-3, and 4-5) is designed and planned specifically for that age group.
Are there scholarships available?
Am I eligible for a scholarship?
If you have a Family Access Membership or are currently enrolled in SNAP, STAR / Medicaid, CHIP, WIC, or MAP then you qualify. Preference is given to families who have not been awarded scholarships previously.