Wilderness Summer Camps 2026 at Ratharigid, Dunlavin – Adventure, Nature & Fun Awaits! C-WC-SU-RD-2601

Unleash your child’s love for nature and the outdoors with a week of fun and exploration.

Dúlra Wilderness Summer Camps – Adventure, Nature & Fun Awaits!
🌿 For children aged 5–12 | Kildare | Summer 2026 🌿

Join us for Dúlra Wilderness Summer Camps where children aged 5-12 can experience the outdoors like never before. Our camps focus on play, learning, and developing independence through hands-on activities, games, nature crafts, bushcraft, and much more.

🌲 Ratharigid Woods, Kildare Steiner School, Dunlavin

Located just outside Dunlavin, Ratharigid Woods is a beautiful native forest offering an exciting outdoor experience for children. The site features a stream for dam building and mini-rafts, open meadows with wildflowers, and abundant biodiversity. Just a 10-minute drive from Kilcullen, it's easily accessible with on-site parking available.

Why Choose Dúlra Wilderness Summer Camps?

• Develop Independence: Forest School helps children build confidence, resilience, and problem-solving skills in a natural setting.
  
  

• Outdoor Play: No screens, just fresh air and adventure! Our camps promote physical activity and help children connect with the environment.
  
  

• Hands-on Learning: From tool use to campfire cooking, every day brings a new opportunity for children to learn and explore.
  
  

• Creativity and Teamwork: Through activities like den building, scavenger hunts, and group games, children develop social skills and creativity.
  
  

What to Expect

The day is full of exciting activities, all while following a natural rhythm. After a fun morning of play, we gather for snack time and handwashing, where children can share what they've been up to. If it's a fire day, we'll light up the campfire together. Following this, it’s more child-led exploration – with plenty of resources for nature crafts, food prep, or maybe even building a rope swing or crossing the rope bridge. For those seeking a quieter moment, hammocks offer a peaceful place to relax or sketch animals and collect nature materials.

After a shared tea, the morning group heads home, while full-day children enjoy their lunch before returning to more child-led exploration, a nature walk, or more creative projects. Throughout the day, children lead their own adventures, with our team offering guidance and support as needed.

Children are supported by qualified and experienced Forest School Leaders and Assistants who create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment.

What to Bring: A healthy lunch, plenty of water, spare clothes (including waterproofs), and a big smile!

What to Wear: Weather-appropriate outdoor gear (rain gear, boots, sun protection). Please ensure all items are labelled with your child’s name.

Important: After booking, you’ll receive a full confirmation email with everything you need to know — what to wear, what to bring, drop-off details, and more. Please look out for this email, separate from your ticket receipt.

“My 8 year old boy has just finished up another summer camp with Kate and Cressida. A wholesome week outdoors learning lots and having fun. Thankfully the Irish weather didn’t deter him in the mornings. He loved the crafts that he made taking immense pride in his butter knife. He’s also done the afterschool programme on Wednesdays which is a great way to spend an evening after being cooped up in a classroom.”

“My 6 and 5 year old absolutely loved forest school Camp! I did not know too much about it before they attended but wow was I amazed! It’s like no other camp! I noticed their behaviour in general actually improved the week they attended which was no suprise given all the wonderful time they were spending with nature. It was a total realisation they need this time in nature every single day. They came home everyday so excited to tell me all they learnt and the fun they were having. They were so proud of the skills they learnt and the lovely crafts they made. They would go every day if they could. I have booked them both in for the weekly after school starting in September. I highly recommend Kate’s programmes for all children and look forward to doing more!”

Dates

• Monday 13th July – Friday 17th July

Ticket Options & Pricing:
Monday–Friday (5 Days)
Everyone finishes at 13:00 on Friday.

Morning Camp | 09:30–13:00 | €130 per child
Full Day Camp | 09:30–14:30 | €165 per child

Sibling Bundles
2 Siblings: €247 (Morning) | €313.50 (Full Day)
3 Siblings: €364 (Morning) | €462 (Full Day)

🎟 We run at a maximum of 24-32 children per week (depending on the site) to ensure a child-centred experience. Morning and full-day options run side-by-side, creating one shared group experience.

Important Information

• Ages: Our camps are designed for children aged 5-12. If you feel your child might be a good fit outside of this range (+/- 1 year), please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
  
  

• Inclusion: We aim to cater for all children and offer an inclusive space. If your child has additional needs or requires extra support, please contact us before booking, as a high degree of independence is required for participation in the camp.
  
  

• Toilet Facilities: We provide a private outdoor area for "wild wees". Children need to be comfortable with wearing and removing their wet gear independently. We also have a camping toilet for urgent number 2s. Please ensure your child is prepared for this aspect of the camp.
  
  

Booking Your Spot

Ready for adventure? Book your child’s place today and join us for a week of exploration, learning, and fun in the great outdoors!

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Pssssst…. Explore More: One-Day Wilderness Days

If you’re looking for a shorter experience, we also offer our Wilderness Days:

• Wilderness Days for Ages 5-12: A day of outdoor adventure and learning.
  
  

• Garraí na Leanaí Wilderness Days for Ages 2-5: A gentler introduction to outdoor play for younger children.
  
  

Both of these one-day programmes run in parallel with our Wilderness Camps.