🍃 STEAM in the PARK 2026🍃
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve
June 15-19, 2026

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New River Gorge National Park & Preserve Lesson Ideas and Immersions -
​a document curated by the NERI STEAM in the PARK campers 

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Overview:
Welcome to our third season to return to this popular camp set amidst the captivating beauty of New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. Experience a harmonious fusion of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics while soaking in the wonders of the West Virginia wilderness.

🌟 Highlights of the Week:

• New River Gorge Bridge Walk: Stand in awe of the symbiosis of engineering genius and nature's majesty, with panoramic vistas from this renowned bridge.​

Accommodations:

• Revel in 5 dynamic days and 4 tranquil nights at the time-honored Camp Brookside.
• Recharge in genuine cabins, furnished with cozy bunk beds. Some campers will have a top bunk.
• Access well-kept shared bathhouses centrally located for our campers' convenience. (These are not located inside the cabins.)
• Indulge in flavorful family-style meals, fostering unity and shared memories.
• Maximum Capacity: 30 enthusiastic campers for an intimate and engaging adventure. ​

​Costs:

• $625 per camper
• The program fee will cover food, accommodations, supplies, and equipment for all activities.

​​Travel:

• Travel to and from camp is the sole responsibility of each camper.
• Nearest Airports:
  Yeager Airport (CRW) in Charleston, WV
  Raleigh County Memorial Airport (BKW) in Bekley, WV
  

Beginning & End

• Registration is 2-4:00 pm on Day 1
• Checkout by 10:00 am on Day 5

Important dates:

• January 31, 2026: Application deadline
• February 5, 2026: Camp acceptance/rejection notifications sent
• February 15, 2026: $100 nonrefundable deposit deadline
• May 1, 2026: FULL STEAM in the PARK payment deadline
• May 15, 2026: Full payment is no longer refundable