Since the program’s inception in 1929, accomplished instructors from across the country have been traveling to teach, learn, and explore in the unique Appalachian Highland habitats. The staff at Mountain Nature Camp consists of talented teachers and regional experts in the fields of natural history, nature study, and education who strive to inspire campers through hands-on field trips and lively discussions.
Oglebay Institute was formed in 1930 when a group of like-minded citizens with a vision and the philanthropy of the Oglebay family, came together to contribute to the joy of living by creating cultural, educational and recreational programming in Oglebay Park and expanding to serve the city of Wheeling & Upper Ohio Valley.
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Programs are made possible by the generous support of our members & sponsors and with financial assistance from the West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History, and the National Endowment for the Arts, with approval from the West Virginia Commission on the Arts.