Georgia on my mind
Welcome to Campology 101
Our educational excursions provide a deeper understanding of the unique features and creatures of Georgia
Summer Adventures await
Our Mission
Our Programs
Our Mission
is to be a highlight of the summer and provide your child with an unforgettable adventure. We believe that in the era of screens and smartphones, it is vital for kids to live in the moment and develop an appreciation for nature. Our campers will travel to world class swimming holes, learn new skills, make lifelong friends, and gain self-confidence in the outdoors.
Our Staff
Our Programs
Our Mission
is comprised of experienced and qualified childcare professionals who are passionate about science and the outdoors. All of our counselors are trained in first-aid and CPR, and have undergone a thorough background check before joining our team. Our lead counselors are certified wilderness lifeguards and our camp director has worked in adventure based summer camps for over 10 years.
Our Programs
Our Programs
Our Programs
are designed to be both fun and educational while promoting personal growth. Activities may include hiking, swimming, tubing, kayaking, zip-lining, caving, horseback riding, museum visits and a variety of other activities that are tailored to a weekly theme. Campers will travel to some of the most amazing places in the Southeast and may come home with recommendations for the next family trip.
Summer Excursions
Aquatic Campology (June 24th - 28th) & ( July 8th - 12th)
Did you know that some of the best waterfalls and swimming holes in the country are just a day trip away? During the Aquatic Campology program our campers will learn about and explore some of the most beautiful lakes, rivers and waterfalls in the Southeast United States. Our excursions will include kayaking in the Blue Ridge Mountains, swimming among the fish at a freshwater snorkeling hole and cooling down under a pristine waterfall. It’s time for a summer splash!
Homestate Campology ( July 15th - 19th)
You live in Georgia, but how well do you know it? During the Homestate Campology program, our campers will learn about and visit a few of the seven wonders of Georgia, along with other iconic locations in the Peach State. Along the way, they will learn how to identify the various plants, reptiles, birds and amphibians that are commonly found in Georgia (with a heavy emphasis on the annoyingly ubiquitous poison ivy). Our excursions will include river tubing at Georgia’s alpine Germantown, visiting the tallest waterfall in Georgia (over 700 feet!!!) and climbing to the highest mountain peak in Georgia.
Georgia Geology ( July 22nd - 26th)
If there is a rock collection somewhere in your house, the Georgia Geology program might be the crown jewel of your child's summer. Our campers will explore the unique geologic features of Georgia and may bring home a few select souvenirs along the way. We believe in the principles of leaving no trace, so your camper will not bring home any rocks taken from a natural site. Excursions this week will include visiting one of Georgia's granite outcrops, mining for gems and spelunking with a trained cave guide.
Extreme Campology ( July 29th - August 2nd)
Do you have the kind of kid that yearns for adventure? Do they like to challenge themselves and learn new skills? Is your child’s age in the double digits? If the answer is yes to all three of those questions then Extreme Campology sounds like just the thing for your young explorer. This is our only program that is ages 10 and up. Our campers will travel to some of the most extreme (but safe) outdoor adventures that Georgia has to offer. Planned excursions this week will include climbing down into a mountain gorge, ziplining on the world’s longest canopy tour and whitewater rafting.
Campology Philosophy
Screen Time
At Campology, we provide a fun and safe environment for children to learn, grow, make new friends and enjoy the outdoors. While we understand and appreciate how useful phones can be, we believe that they are a distraction to the camp experience. Our camp culture is to live in the moment and be involved with fellow campologists. We provide ice breaker games and activities on the bus and many of our planned activities involve team building. Phones are okay to have for emergencies, but we ask that cell phone and smart watch use is kept to a minimum so we can maximize socialization. If your camper needs some down time, books or handheld puzzles are always welcome.
Pricing With a Purpose
Campology strives for excellence in everything we do. Our staff members are carefully selected for their experience and skills. We prioritize safety and ensure that our staff are trained in first aid, CPR, life guarding and other emergency procedures. To attract the best in the business, we offer staff members a competitive wage and thorough training. Our weekly pricing reflects this investment as well as costs for snacks , gas, activities and safety equipment. First time campers get a 15% discount by using the code "campology101" at check out. If your camper has a sibling, be sure to bring them along! We offer healthy discounts for sibling sign-ups.
Campology Policy and Expectations
Want a detailed outline of what to expect from Campology? You can read through our Campology policies and procedures in around 5 minutes by clicking the link below
Meet the Staff
Derek Lane
The director of our camp and lead educator for all excursions. Derek has worked in outdoor adventure camps for over a decade. He started his environmental education career as a summer camp counselor for Zoo Atlanta's Summer Safari. Derek led the first ever Safari Quest camps in which he drove a Zoomobile full of campers to other zoos and various outdoor recreation activities. After several years at Zoo Atlanta, Derek began working at a premier outdoor education camp in Decatur as lead educator and off-site coordinator. He has executed hundreds of successful field trips throughout his career. Derek currently works as a full time high school teacher at the Howard School, and is excited to spend the summer sharing his love of the outdoors with our campers.
Tiffany Jefferson
Tiffany is a preschool teacher and outdoor educator. Although she specializes in early childhood education, Tiffany has taught all ages k-12, during her time as an environmental educator at Zoo Atlanta and the Georgia Aquarium. Tiffany is an animal lover and helps rehome stray dogs in her spare time.
Jack Jones
Jack is a middle school teacher and earned a degree in Parks and Recreation Management from East Tennessee State University. After graduation, he moved to Georgia to join Zoo Atlanta's education department and became their volunteer supervisor. As fitting for his degree, Jack is an avid outdoor enthusiast and is a regular at open air events like the Georgia Renaissance Festival.
Mikayla Gamble
Mikayla is a college junior at Georgia State University, attending for her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. A long-term lover of aquatic life, Mikayla has worked at two aquariums with her current being Georgia Aquarium in her role as a Nighttime Environmental Educator. Outside of work and school, Mikayla enjoys volunteering in her local community with river cleanups, helping the homeless or cosplaying with her friends.