Camp Millican
Inspiring youth to learn, play, and grow in the spirit of healthy adventure and fun in nature.
Camp Millican is a week-long day camp for kids ages 4-14 which promotes healthy discovery and outdoor adventures. We are located in south College Station, Texas, and are a program of the Millican Reserve Land Conservancy, whose mission is to maintain, restore, and educate the community about the remarkable landscape of Millican Reserve. As an outdoor summer experience, Camp Millican provides a fun, enriching week aimed at strengthening a child’s sense of well-being and cultivating a bond with nature.
A new adventure awaits!
Camp Millican 2025 Registration Opens January 2025
Explorers Camp
4-6 year olds
Young Rangers Camp
11-14 year olds
Camp Activities
Summer fun for your camper!
Testimonials
Here’s what camp families have to say!
FAQs
Questions? We have answers!
Explorers Camp
Explorers Camp is for children 4-6 years old. Explorers camps are 4 day camps that range from 8:30am-12:30pm These sessions are designed specifically for younger campers to provide an enriching outdoor learning experience. These younger campers will have the opportunity to explore nature from the ground up through playful adventures created just for early elementary aged kids. Drop Off: 8:00-8:30 am; Pick Up: 12:00-12:30pm
Session 1: May 27-30
Session 2: June 23-26
Session 3: July 21-24
Pathfinders Camp
Pathfinders Camp: New enrollment guidelines: If your camper is not 7 years old by 1/1/2024, they must enroll in the Explorers Camp. Pathfinders Camps are 5 day camps Monday through Friday and are for children 7-10 years old (8:30am-2:30pm). These sessions promote healthy discovery and outdoor adventures. As an outdoor program, Pathfinders Camp provides a fun, enriching experience aimed at strengthening a child’s sense of well-being and cultivating a bond with nature. Drop off and pick up are 30 minute windows. Drop Off: 8:00-8:30 am; Pick Up: 2:00-2:30pm
Session 1: June 9-13
Session 2: June 16-20
Session 3: July 7-11
Young Rangers Camp
Young Rangers Camp: New enrollment guidelines: If your camper turns 10 by 1/1/2024, you have the option to enroll in either our Pathfinders Camp or Young Rangers Camp. Young Rangers Camp are 5 day camps Monday through Friday and are for children 11-14 years old (8:30am-2:30pm). Drop Off: 8:00-8:30 am; Pick Up: 2:00-2:30pm. Young Rangers Camp is centered around adventure, leadership, communication, and team building. Young Rangers in their final year (14 years old) may have the opportunity to volunteer at Pathfinders Camp Sessions for no additional charge (limited availability per general camp session). Please email for volunteer application: camp@millicanreserve.com
Session 1: June 2- June 6
Session 2: July 14- July 18
Camp Activities
Here are some of the activities you can expect your camper(s) to enjoy:
- Camp Millican songs and games
- Canoeing
- Lifeguards are present and all swimmers wear life jackets
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Lifeguards are present and all swimmers wear life jackets.
- Discovery hikes
- Arts and crafts
- Water fun
- Tie-dye shirts (All Campers!)
- Horses (Explorers & Pathfinders only)
- Paddle boarding (Young Rangers only)
Meet the Staff
Chad Nelson, Camp Director
Dr. Chad Nelson received his Master of Science degree in Sport Management from Texas A&M University in 2015. Additionally, he obtained a Certificate in Non-Profit Management, Texas A&M University The Bush School of Government and Public Service. He joined the Health and Kinesiology Department as an Instructional Assistant Professor in 2015. In 2019, he received his Ph.D. in Youth Development in the Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Science (RPTS) from Texas A&M University and joined their faculty. He teaches graduate and undergraduate courses that include areas of experience design, youth programming, youth camp management, and leadership. In the fall of 2022, he began working in the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication.
He also served (2015-2022) as the Camp Director for a Texas A&M affiliated nonprofit organization, Deerfoot Youth Camp, which focuses on providing disadvantaged youth an opportunity to attend a sports-related camp in the summer for free to improve self-esteem, learn discipline and respect and encourage them to strive for excellence as students. Chad loves hiking with his family and teaching youth of all ages about the outdoors. Last and most proud position he holds is being a father to two lovely children and husband to an amazing bride, Candace.
LeAnne Pollock, Assistant Camp Director
LeAnne Pollock is passionate about youth-in-nature and natural resources. She graduated from Texas A&M University with her Master of Science in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism and has worked in youth programming for over 6 years in both educational and recreational programs. She has travelled with Texas 4-H Natural Resources, providing programming to 4-H groups across the state and is excited to bring some of that programming to Camp Millican.
Email us at camp@millicanreserve.com if you have any questions.
Testimonials
Parent: “My camper was very excited to go to camp every day. She found something new every day that excited her about being outdoors. She made lots of great new friends and enjoyed her camp counselors. We were grateful for the opportunity, for the kind counselors and the safety we felt in going to the camp every day. We will definitely return!”
Parent: “My son was so anxious to go, but once he got there, he felt so relieved because of the friendly personalities of the counselors. You could tell they wanted to be there and were happy to be there, and that made all the kids feel at ease!”
Camper: “HAVE YOU EVER SEEN THIS MUCH GRASS BEFORE!?”
Camper: “I made a friend this week.”
Parent: “Both my boys had the time of their lives. It was their third camp of summer and they both said it was their favorite hands down.”
Parents and Campers
FAQs
The tuition for each of the three camp programs (based on session) is:
Explorer’s Camp (4-6 year olds) $250 (With early registration: $225)
Pathfinder’s Camp (7-10 year olds) $295 (With early registration: $265.50)
Young Ranger’s Camp (11- 14 year olds) $295 (With early registration: $265.50)
From College Station, head south on FM 2154 (Wellborn Road) towards Millican. Camp Millican is 4.2 miles south of the intersection of Wellborn Road and Greens Prairie Trail. The Camp Millican Staff will
Drop off/ Pick up
Enter Millican Reserve. The Camp Directors will communicate drop off/ pick up locations before camp begins. Below are the two drop off/ pick up locations.
- The Marketplace: wooden structure will be in front on the right
- The Boathouse: 1 mile from The Marketplace on the white rock road
Campers are encouraged to bring:
- A towel
- A backpack/bag
- A change of clothes
- A swimsuit
- Closed toed water-shoes for waterfront activities
- Sunscreen
- Labeled refillable water bottle
- Any medication needed – presented to camp staff on arrival
- Snack & Lunch for Camper
- Labeled soft or hard sided lunch box
- Explorer campers may be picked up at noon if you would prefer your child to not eat lunch at camp
- Nature appropriate clothing
- Closed toed shoes
Cancellation Policy
Refund Policy
The refunding of camp fees is as follows:
- Notification two week prior to camp session qualifies for a full return.
- Notification one week prior to camp session qualifies for 1/2 return.
- This return will be noted by the Camp Director, forwarded to the main office and processed through original form of payment.
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Exceptions to Refunds
If a child is dismissed from camp due to behavior at the request of a director, a refund on future weeks purchased will be given. (The current week will not be prorated.)
If a camp must close for two or more days due to weather or sickness outbreak, the refund process will be determined at that time.
Camp Director Phone #: 979-321-5736
Email us at: camp@millicanreserve.com
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Email us at camp@millicanreserve.com if you would like to know more about becoming a counselor or just helping out at Camp Millican!
New Camp Millican photos are credited to Ashley Monogue Photography @ashleymonoguephoto on Instagram.