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Finding the right camp for your child
AMERICAN CAMP ASSOCIATION
You are considering a summer camp, but how to choose?
There’s a camp that is ideally suited for every child, providing a summer of growth and fun whether your child attends a day or overnight camp, a specialized or traditional camp With a little help from the camp professionals at the American Camp Association, here’s some sound advice that helps parents sort through the choices and benefits that camp delivers. As spring approaches, parents and children can look forward to planning for the future – a future that includes the opportunities for exploration and discovery that arrives with summer camp.
HOW TO DECIDE WHEN YOUR CHILD IS READY FOR CAMP
Children are ready for new experiences at different stages. Parents know their children best and these questions can help gauge whether this is the summer your child will start camp. What is your child’s age, and what is your perception of his or her readiness level? Children under seven who have not had overnight experiences may do better with a day camp as their first camp experience. If you think your child might not be ready for an overnight camp experience, consider the day camp experience to prepare him or her for future overnight camp.
• How did your child become interested in camp? Does your child talk about camp on a
There’s a camp that is ideally suited for every child, providing a summer of growth and fun whether your child attends a day or overnight camp, a specialized or traditional camp
sustained basis? How much persuasion is necessary from you?
• Has your child had positive overnight experiences away from home? Visiting relatives or friends? Were these separations easy or difficult
• What does your child expect to do at camp? Learning about the camp experience ahead of time allows you to create positive expectations.
• Are you able to share consistent and positive messages about camp? Your confidence in a positive experience will be contagious.
A CAMP FOR EVERY CHILD — THE PERFECT FIT
Camp can last for just a few days or stretch to all summer long. It’s well worth the trouble to investigate the variety of choices offered by camps
before your child packs a backpack. These questions help you consider the options.
NEAR OR FAR?
Where do you want your child to go to camp? Locally or far away? While each camp experience has something unique to offer your child, this is an opportunity for families to assess what they value for their campers.
What happens when you make the decision to choose camp? You open up a world of discovery and learning for your child, a world that values children for who they are and who they will become.
BENEFITS OF CAMP NEARBY
• Easier to evaluate and visit
• Friends and family are likely familiar with camp
• Minimal travel costs
• Likely contact with classmates or children from same region
BENEFITS OF CAMP FAR AWAY
• More choices
• Different experiences, different geography, e.g., mountains or oceans — even different languages
• Promotes independence, particularly for early and late adolescent campers
• Diversity of campers
• Chance for family to visit and vacation at close of camp
SESSION LENGTH OFFERS ANOTHER CHOICE
Camps offer widely varying options to help parents and children reach their goals for summer fun and exploration Talking with your child about the goals
you both share helps determine which choice is right for you.
BENEFITS OF SHORT SESSIONS (ONE-THREE WEEKS)
• First-time or younger campers have a chance to learn new skills
• Bonds develop with other campers and staff
• Great exposure to camp experience with less expense
• Minimizes homesickness
BENEFITS OF LONGER SESSIONS (FOUR-TWELVE WEEKS)
• Strong sense of belonging to camp community
• Chance to learn new skills
• Development of specialized skills
• Multiple opportunities for learning and enrichment
• Lifelong friendships
• Opportunities to contribute to camp culture
THE VALUE OF CAMP FOR EVERY CHILD
What happens when you make the decision to choose camp? You open up a world of discovery and learning for your child, a world that values children for who they are and who they will become. Camp gives each child a world of good. | RR
A CAMP FOR EVERY CHILD TRADITIONAL, SPECIALTY AND SPECIAL NEEDS
Choices abound when it comes to camp programs. One may highlight a wide variety of activities geared to campers of all ages and skill levels, others, because of their setting and expertise, may concentrate on one or two activities while providing traditional activities as well. Parents of children with special needs are pleased to learn about the range of camp activities that help kids be kids first.
BENEFITS OF TRADITIONAL CAMPS
• Wide variety of activities
• Chance for campers to try new activities
• Exposure to more campers and staff at varying activities
BENEFITS OF SPECIALTY CAMPS
• One or two specialized activities (often combined with
• traditional offerings)
• Expectation for increased proficiency during camping session
• Deepens knowledge and skill in particular area of interest or ability
BENEFITS OF SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPS
• Activities geared to campers’ abilities
• Knowledgeable staff with expertise to understand campers’ strengths and challenges
• Supportive and fun atmosphere to share with others
“We live in a fast-paced world, but our nervous systems prefer anything but fast.”
SARAH FUHREY HUBER
RAISED IN THE ROCKIES
Across Colorado, summer camps provide a rare commodity: long stretches of screen-free time. From forest schools to overnight programs, camp directors say that unplugging does more than give kids a break from devices – it transforms how they play, interact with
others and discover.
“We live in a fast-paced world, but our nervous systems prefer anything but fast,” said Elizabeth Baker, director of Living Arts School in Boulder. “Children who are allowed to take a pause from overscheduled, overmanaged activities and just be are better able to regulate themselves and their social interactions.”
At Living Arts, days are built around unstructured time in nature. Campers climb over log piles, build forts, race through the woods and invent games with little adult direction. Baker said those moments “are all tools for building self-regulation and emotional literacy.”
Camp is also an opportunity for a mental reset. She explained, “When children first arrive to the forest, they often enter the phase we call ‘getting
At Thorne Nature Experience, boredom becomes the gateway to imagination. (Photo courtesy: Thorne Nature Experience)
their forest legs.’ It’s not just learning how to walk on uneven terrain; it’s learning how to unplug from a digital landscape and settle into a rhythm that’s in sync with nature.”
At YMCA camps in Northern Colorado, staff see similar changes, especially during overnight sessions, noted Andra Coberly Webster, executive director of communications. “When you give kids a break from screens, they refocus on playing, exploring and connecting with their peers and with nature,” she said. “Once a week of sleepaway camp is finished, campers talk about how they didn’t even miss screens.”
Webster said camp can break the “dopamine cycle” that comes with social media and constant notifications. Without the quick hits of digital stimulation, children rediscover what it means to be bored, usually leading to curiosity and creativity.
At Thorne Nature Experience in Lafayette, boredom becomes the gateway to imagination. “Unstructured time for kids allows their imagination to be activated in ways they normally don’t have the free space for,” said program director Molly Murphy “They create pinecone families or build natural shelters with their friends to play house.”
Devices like phones are prohibited at many camps, and campers often remark that the days feel longer, she said. That shift in time perception allows for deeper engagement, including multiday projects like wood whittling or nature journaling.
“The delayed gratification of finishing a project after working on it for multiple days gives campers a newfound appreciation for the world,” Murphy said.
Free play in nature can create meaningful experiences that extend beyond camp. Anna Judy, program director at Highlands Camp & Retreat Center, said, “As children play with natural materials, they build a relationship with the earth. Once a relationship is formed, there’s a feeling of care and responsibility that follows.”
Judy said unstructured play teaches important social skills, too. “As children negotiate situations during free play, they learn to make decisions, solve problems and develop social skills for building friendships. When we observe kids playing outside, we see collaboration, teamwork and creativity.”
That slower pace transforms friendships in other camps as well. At Living Arts, nature immersion encourages cooperation. Baker said, “Because there’s time and space for relationships, children are allowed to slowly build their muscles of social and emotional literacy.”
At Cal-Wood Education Center, retreats and summer camp coordinator Zoë Barley said she has noticed that friendships often form faster without the safety net of a phone. “They must
Friendships often form faster without the safety net of a phone (Photo courtesy: Cal-Wood Education Center)
LEFT: Nature immersion encourages cooperation. (Photo courtesy: Living Arts School)
RIGHT: Unstructured play teaches important social skills. (Photo courtesy: Highlands Camp & Retreat Center)
come up with a new conversational topic or find a shared interest,” she said. “They push past that initial discomfort, and that’s where connection happens.”
The benefits do not stop when camp ends. Parents frequently report that their children come home wanting to spend more time outside. Baker said her own kids now insist on playing outdoors, even in the rain.
“At Thorne, many campers want to revisit the places we explored,” Murphy said. “Looking for crawfish at a local lake or playing a game they learned at camp doesn’t just stay at camp.”
Barley hears similar feedback from families. “Children are often hesitant to return to their screens, ” she said.
“They’re better at naturally moderating their time online and more eager to continue hobbies they discovered at camp. ”
Judy said Highlands campers return home better prepared for “real-life human interactions.” She continued, “In a society that’s become increasingly disconnected, summer camp shows us what’s possible when we reconnect, get outside and fall back in love with the world.”
in a wide range of interest areas, from sports and outdoor adventures to arts and technology, that may not be available during the regular school year.
“These camps provide a great opportunity for parents to encourage their children to step outside their comfort zones in a safe and supportive setting without the fear of failure or grades,” she says. “Through specialized programming and enthusiastic instructors, summer camps have the potential to uncover hidden talents or passions.”
programming include Bixby and Friends. Bixby School’s play-based summer camp features plenty of openended creative pursuits and outdoor time on a safe and beautiful 3-acre campus, open to all kindergarten through sixth-graders.
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Friends School supports a variety of summer break options, from preschool backyard camp to classes in theater, cooking, science, art, sports and more for students ages preschool to 14 years. | RR
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LEFT: Living Arts School RIGHT: Thorne Nature Experience (Photo courtesy: Living Arts School, Thorne Nature Experience)
Summer Made Simple
Combining
REBECCA FURUTA
RAISED IN THE ROCKIES
Once upon a summer, going to camp meant one place, one program, all season long. Today’s families are rewriting that script. Between specialty camps, flexible schedules and a growing focus on balance (for kids and parents), summer planning has become less about locking in a single experience, and more about curating the right mix.
Blending different types of camp experiences can give children a richer, more well-rounded summer than sticking with just one traditional camp format. Families can augment structured day camps with specialty or interest-based programs, allowing kids to explore new skills, discover passions and build confidence in different settings.
camps and care for a fun, flexible season
“The varied options we provide give families the opportunity to choose the combination which fits best with their child’s interests and with their schedule in a safe, fun environment.”
“More than anything, we’re excited about the variety of our programs this summer and all of the opportunities and options we can provide so that families get the most enjoyment and educational value out of them,” says Colin Rickman, director of communications and engagement for the St Vrain Valley School District.
The district offers a rich array of summer care options designed to meet the needs of families and keep students engaged and having fun throughout the summer months.
Through the Community Schools Summer Camps, families can access traditional full-day care with structured, staff-led activities, creative play, field trips and opportunities for social growth for children ages 3 to 12, with wraparound care for younger children and school-age camps at multiple elementary sites across the district.
In addition to this traditional daily care option, the district also features specialty half-day and themed camps, including hands-on
STEAM and innovation-focused experiences through the Innovation Center’s camps like SuperSTEM and Innovation Academy
There’s also the district’s Project Launch, a targeted summer learning initiative designed to extend the school year and give students a strong start before the next grade.
Project Launch provides small-group instruction in core areas like reading and math for elementary and middle school students, helping them solidify skills learned during the school year while having fun in a supportive, camp-like setting.
“The varied options we provide give families the opportunity to choose the combination which fits best with their child’s interests and with their schedule in a safe, fun environment,” explains Rickman.
When planning a summer schedule, families often have very different needs. Many households
Camp Tumbleson Lake.
(Photo courtesy: YMCA of Northern Colorado)
require consistent, full-day care all summer long, while others have more flexibility to blend enrichment camps with time at home. Some families may choose to pair a morning specialty camp with afternoon care, while others intentionally leave lighter weeks or breaks between camps to allow for rest, family time or unstructured play. By mixing options thoughtfully and tuning into what works best for their child and household, parents can create a summer that meets everyone’s needs.
Andra Coberly Webster, spokesperson for YMCA of Northern Colorado and Camp Tumbleson, sees a lot of families who want unique options for their children. “We host specialty camps like sports camps, dance and outdoor camps, which give kids the
chance to dive into their interests in small groups,” she says. “At the same time, our day camps have hours built for working parents. We cover a full work day and provide children with a summer full of fun and adventure with varied activities like field trips, crafts, swimming and outdoor time.”
For families seeking deeper immersion, YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake in the Rockies offers both day and overnight camp experiences, where campers ages 6 to 17 can build resilience, independence, and outdoor skills through classic camp activities like hiking, canoeing, archery and campfires.
With so many summer camp options available, parents can narrow choices by focusing on a few practical factors that
make the season more manageable for the whole family. “Proximity really tops my list of what to look for. Selecting camps close to home, work or a child’s school can simplify daily logistics and reduce family stress,” says Coberly Webster
Timing is equally important, as families may prioritize full-day programs that align with work schedules, half-day camps that pair well with flexible care, or shorter week-long sessions that fit around vacations.
Budget plays a key role, too. “Families should know up-front what the costs will be so they can rest assured that their child will have a fun, safe summer on a budget that works for the family,” says Coberly Webster.
Another valuable resource for
families navigating all the summer camp choices is a child’s teacher “Teachers know students’ learning styles, social needs and interests, and can often suggest camps that align well with a child’s strengths or areas for growth,” suggests Rickman.
With so many camp options available, families have the flexibility to craft a summer that truly fits their needs – whether that is full-time care for working parents to a carefully blended mix of specialty camps, traditional day camps, and unstructured downtime. The options ensure that every child can have a fun, engaging and balanced summer, while families can build a schedule that works for their household, lifestyle and priorities. | RR
Camp Tumbleson Lake. (Photo courtesy: YMCA of Northern Colorado)
YMCA Kindercamp (Photo courtesy: YMCA of Northern Colorado)
Camp Noco (Photo courtesy: YMCA of Northern Colorado)
Camp Noco (Photo courtesy: YMCA of Northern Colorado)
Immersive Kids’ Party Options
How to elevate your kid’s birthday party with local ideas
SHELLEY WIDHALM
RAISED IN THE ROCKIES
Going to a planetarium, butterfly pavilion or engaging in party entertainment like bubbles, face painting and balloon twisting are just a few ways to elevate a kid’s birthday party.
“I always say we’re going to have a stellar celebration for your birthday,” said MacKenzie Zurfluh, off-site education lead of the Fiske Planetarium at the University of Colorado Boulder “We want you guys to have the best party you absolutely can, and we’re going to do everything to make that happen.”
The Fiske Planetarium offers five different prebuilt party packages that can be customized, plus an entirely customizable multiverse package. The packages have names like cometary, lunar, planetary, galaxy and universe, expanding accordingly in price, attendance number and location. Smaller parties of up to 20 can be hosted in the party room, and larger parties of up to 50 can be accommodated in the lobby. The multiverse package, on the other hand, allows 100 in the party
“These kids are coming in here. They are running around, exploring scientific, interactive exhibits and seeing their own show with friends and family,” Zurfluh said.
Packages include a set of activities for building and decorating telescopes, plus any additional crafts and games families want to add; families are also welcome to bring their own snacks. The packages are for one to two hours of party time, plus another 30 minutes in the dome for a laser show or a full-dome film, normally shown to the public but available for private viewing. The universe package adds on a 30-minute Flight through the Universe and Star Talk.
The films can be kid-friendly or scientific, covering topics like galaxies and black holes. The laser shows are designed and premade or created on site by University of Colorado students.
“You get to fly around the universe, listen to your favorite music, watch lasers, dance around and have fun,”
Zurfluh said. “It’s a unique place to be. To call it your own is super special. Not a lot of places do that.”
Face to Face Party Entertainment in Longmont offers an added attraction to the party host, offering activities such as cotton candy machines, face painting, balloon twisting, henna and glitter tattoos and bubble play. For the bubble play, there are bubble machines and bubble tubs filled with toys and bubbles for the kids to step into, plus
an assortment of yard games like hula hoops and obstacle courses.
“We bring the fun, that’s what we bring. We bring the excitement,” said Gina Patterson, owner of Face to Face. “They (the kids) love that we transform them from ordinary faces into butterflies, puppy dogs and superheroes.”
Kids can interact with butterflies and other invertebrates at the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster at their
birthday parties.
“The Butterfly Pavilion is such a special place, we want to make sure we’re making learning fun,” said Jennifer Quermann, senior director of communications and marketing for the Butterfly Pavilion. “We find that when children learn about them earlier, as they grow older, they want to protect them.”
The Butterfly Pavilion offers three packages based on party size: parties of up to 30, 30 to 40 and 40 to 60, plus a self-guided option for a discounted group rate. The packages are for two hours, with an educational component and a special game or activity, all immersive and hands-on.
“They really enjoy getting up close with unique animals,” said Calais LeJeune, community engagement manager for the Butterfly Pavilion. “We have a ton of really engaging and incredible education.”
The two most popular packages are the butterfly package, which includes a special butterfly release at the Wings of the Tropics butterfly conservatory, and the slime package, focused on snails, slugs and other invertebrates, with a slime-making activity. The spiders and friends package includes up-close visits with arachnids and the creation of an arachnid game.
After the party, the kids are invited to spend the rest of the day touring the zoo’s interactive exhibits, including the butterflies, arthropods and aquatic and marine life – these types of animals make up more than 97% of all animal species on Earth.
“The Butterfly Pavilion introduces these animals in ways that feel approachable, fascinating and engaging for all ages,” Quermann said. “We are an invertebrate zoo, but we do so much more to conserve and protect these animals.”
Another immersive experience can be found at the Warrior Playground, a ninja warrior and obstacle fitness facility in Longmont. Birthday parties are customized based on the number of attendees and the choice of coach interaction or individual play. Parties last two hours, with 30 minutes in the party room for pizza and cake or whatever food is brought in, followed by 90 minutes on the floor The party
Children connecting to invertebrates during a birthday party at Butterfly Pavilion. (Photo courtesy: Butterfly Pavilion)
room has a capacity of up to 40 people, and the facility can accommodate up to 100.
“Almost everyone chooses to have a coach to show them how to use the obstacles,” said Claire Pearson, co-owner of the Warrior Playground. “The coach is the energy, enthusiasm and fun … keeping games structured.”
The older kids might want to master a specific skill, and the coach will break
down the techniques, since using the obstacles isn’t intuitive and requires different moves to master them, Pearson said.
“It is constant movement, running, jumping and swinging on stuff,” Pearson said. “They get to do those things here in a safe, structured environment. They can run around and use the equipment however their imagination wants them to.” | RR
Fiske Planetarium staff hosts a kids' birthday party. Left to right: Anna Pesce, Max Carlin and MacKenzie Zurfluh. (Photo courtesy: Fiske Planetarium)
Another immersive experience can be found at the Warrior Playground, a ninja warrior and obstacle fitness facility in Longmont (Photo courtesy: Warrior Playground)
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How performing arts camps
WENDY MCMILLAN RAISED IN THE ROCKIES
It’s wisdom older than Yoda, reassuringly instilled by early childhood educators everywhere: failure is a terrific teacher
In other words, it’s OK to make mistakes – that’s how we learn What’s important is how we handle and grow from them.
In an age of curated social media perfection, however, risking rejection and perceived errors can be terrifying. Even bloopers reels tend to feel
build “rejection literacy” and much more
staged. Fortunately, there are plenty of thriving, welcoming, safe spaces that offer a contrasting perspective: rejection and obstacles aren’t dead ends but data points. To see for yourself, look no further than the performing arts.
You don’t have to make a longterm commitment to transformative performing arts experiences. Varied, local summer camps fit every style, passion, and person. We checked in with a few favorites for their insights on how performing arts camps help kids flip the script on risk, rejection and more – all while having fun.
Performing Arts supports kids to:
DEVELOP A GROWTH MINDSET
“There are few opportunities today that teach children the value of long-term goals, and it seems there is instant gratification everywhere they turn,” says Airborne Co-owner Laura Amaya. “Part of our mission at Airborne is to help children develop a growth mindset, a love of learning, and a strong sense of self in a fun, productive learning environment.”
Skill-building takes practice,
Amaya says, and practice means trying something again and again.“Mistakes are an opportunity to learn! Learning is fun; small improvements are celebrated – even falling and failing can be fun! Just keep at it!”
CULTIVATE SELF-CONFIDENCE AND PRESENCE
“The performing arts give students a chance to be fully present – to connect with themselves and others in a way that no screen can replace,”
“Mistakes
are an opportunity to learn! Learning is fun; small improvements are celebrated – even falling and failing can be fun! Just keep at it!”
says Moriah Sullivan, executive director of Centennial State Ballet. “Dance teaches students to listen to their bodies, work collaboratively, accept feedback and express themselves without filters or comparisons. These experiences foster confidence, emotional awareness and empathy –skills that are essential both onstage and in life.”
Naomi Railsback, a Longmont High School Senior and accomplished dancer, reflects fondly on the impact Centennial State Ballet Summer Camps and classes had on her personal journeys.
“I spent many summers at Centennial State Ballet’s summer camps and classes and can see that a huge portion of my growth as a dancer came from those experiences,” Railsback says. “Not only was it a space to grow relationships with fellow dancers, but I could also try new things and explore all kinds of new styles and techniques – because CSB fostered a community and space where I could do that without fear. Having those experiences really helped to grow my own confidence.”
BUILD EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE
As an embodied art form, dance has the power to grow confidence,
Part of Airborne's mission is to develop a growth mindset.
(Photo courtesy: Airborne)
As an embodied art form, dance has the power to grow confidence, teach creative problem solving and strengthen communication skills.
teach creative problem solving and strengthen communication skills, as well as foster community, says Laura Malpass, assistant school director of Boulder Ballet School.
“Dancers learn that healthy risktaking and failure are a natural part of learning – and life!” Malpass shares. “In growing our capacity to ‘fail forward’ or get comfortable with mistakes, hear feedback as an opportunity to progress, and develop the determination to keep trying, dancers foster a growth mindset, creative problem solving, and resilience; these skills are applicable far beyond the studio and stage!”
Best of all, the emotional resilience and grit that stem from “failing forward” in safe settings, such as performing arts camp, come couched in fun, from creative play to storytelling and collaboration. “Even though my daughter had never taken a dance class before, and despite her being quite shy, she absolutely adored this camp and can’t wait to do it again next year!” enthuses a parent of a Boulder Ballet Fantasy Adventure Camper. “They really made a welcoming and positive experience for her, and she had a ton of fun.”
EXPERIENCE RISK IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT
“We intentionally create a studio environment where students feel safe to try, fail, and try again,” says Sandra Shih Parks, Artistic & Executive Director of Colorado Conservatory of Dance. “Mistakes are not something to fear – they’re an essential part of learning, resilience and self-confidence.”
The CCD teaching philosophy is grounded in creating a safe, healthy learning environment that supports both physical development and
social-emotional growth, Shih Parks says, rooted in the belief that students learn best when they feel supported, respected, and encouraged to take ageappropriate risks.
“Dance asks students to be seen, corrected and challenged, which can feel vulnerable. Our faculty are trained to guide students through that process with care, clarity and positive reinforcement.”
EMBRACE THEIR AUTHENTIC SELVES
As much as performing arts allow kids to try on, explore and empathize with various roles and identities, they also propel equally exciting motion: self-discovery and love.
Embracing the sense of place enhances [kids’] understanding of themselves and the world around them, writes theater teacher Fitz Turner on the Rocky Mountain Theater for Kids blog. In a world focused on survival, proving yourself, and concern for what other people think of us, Turner encourages you to do something to reconnect with your inner weirdo | RR
AIRBORNE
Discover something fun and fulfilling for everybody, from learning to jump to earning a college scholarship, and everything in between! airbornecolorado.com/camps
CENTENNIAL STATE BALLET
Explore a range of programs designed to meet dancers where they are, from joyful first experiences with movement to more focused, immersive training. Varied classes and programs emphasize strong technique, musicality, artistry and a genuine love of dance. centennialstateballet.org
COLORADO CONSERVATORY OF DANCE
Expansive programming emphasizes healthy training practices, inclusive learning environments and developmentally appropriate instruction while maintaining a joyful and inspiring camp experience. ccdance.org
BOULDER BALLET
Summer dance camps for kids ages 3 to 8 center student voice and choice, creative thinking, and collaboration. Campers explore how to share ideas and collaborate with their peers to tell stories and
express emotion through movement. As campers practice communicating with care, they learn to generate ideas, listen to others and manage their emotions as everyone together decides which ideas to use in story and choreography creation. boulderballet.org/summer-camps
ROCKY MOUNTAIN THEATER FOR KIDS
Discover a home for young performers ages 6 to 18 where professional training and education empower youth to shine as confident, capable, creative performing artists and well-rounded young adults. theaterforkids.net/programs/summer-camp
Performing arts teach children the value of long-term goals. (Photo courtesy: Airborne)
As an embodied art form, ballet and dance has the power to grow confidence. (Photos courtesy: (Left: Centennial State Ballet, Right: Colorado Conservatory of Dance)
Makeover The
DARREN THORNBERRY
RAISED IN THE ROCKIES
Wmudroom
Keeping your home clean after a day at camp
hen kids come home from camp, the dirt, dust, mud, grass and wet clothes come with them, making a mudroom the unsung hero of the household. Ideally, this space–not the kids’ bedrooms–is the landing pad
for backpacks, water bottles, shoes and smelly gear. Instead of tracking dirt down the hallway or piling soggy towels on the couch, everything has a place and cleanup goes faster.
A mudroom makeover, just in time for summer camp, starts from the ground up We reached out to local experts for some good advice on function and style for your family’s “drop zone. ”
Kelley McDonald, co-owner of McDonald Carpet One Floor & Home in Boulder (6367 Arapahoe Road), says that flooring is one of the easiest ways to update a mudroom and set the tone for the space. “Durable, waterresistant options like tile or luxury vinyl instantly refresh the look while standing up to mud, moisture and heavy traffic,” she explains. “Choosing a bold pattern, textured finish or wood-look
plank can add style without sacrificing performance, making the mudroom both practical and inviting.”
McDonald suggests that you begin any mudroom upgrade by thinking about how you actually use the space. More often than not, it’s used for shoes, coats, bags, pets or sports gear. “Build in closed storage to hide the mess, and pair it with durable, easy-clean materials like tile or luxury vinyl on the
Decora Cabinets. (Photo courtesy: Budget Home Supply)
Cabinet designers often refer to mudrooms as “drop zones,” and they truly are the best friend to a home’s living room and kitchen. Without an effective drop zone, everyday items tend to clutter the couch or the kitchen island. - Vernetta Angelo
floor and washable paint or paneling on the walls,” she says. “A great mudroom balances function first, style second.”
Vernetta Angelo, marketing and advertising director at Budget Home Supply in Longmont (780 Boston Ave.), likes bins and benches for decluttering. “When creating or upgrading a mudroom, I recommend benches for easy shoe access; adding a hinge to the seat allows for additional storage below. Imagine how much cleaner the floors would stay if shoes were removed the moment someone entered the home. Open shelves are a great place for hats, while hooks are essential for jackets. While some prefer a ‘locker’ look to hide items, an organized open area can be just as attractive if it keeps the rest of the home clutter-free. Bins are another excellent organizational tool–labeling them for specific needs like sports gear
helps ensure important items don’t get lost.
“Another feature I always suggest is installing outlets within open shelving for phones and tablets. When homework is finished, placing a device on its charger next to a hanging backpack ensures it is fully charged and ready to go the next morning.”
Ultimately, a mudroom upgrade isn’t just a practical task – it’s a small investment that pays off in everyday sanity, especially during the chaos of summer When kids burst through the door with stories from camp and evidence of a full day outdoors, a great mudroom keeps the focus on the memories instead of the mess. By creating smart boundaries between outside adventures and indoor comfort, the mudroom helps families stay ready for whatever the next day brings. | RR
MUDROOM MANDATE
• Choose materials that can handle real life. From shelves and bins to flooring and rugs, everything in a mudroom should be durable, lowmaintenance, and tough enough to withstand frequent cleaning without showing wear.
• Maximize storage wherever possible. Consider how much gear each family member brings home – backpacks, shoes, sports equipment, and extras – and plan accordingly
• Storage only works if it’s simple and convenient to use, so focus on layouts and solutions that are intuitive, efficient and easy for everyone in the household to access
FUN! SUMMER
LINDA THORSEN BOND RAISED IN THE ROCKIES
Want to communicate with your kids? Try tossing in a couple of these words: spineless superheroes, kiva, scrums, ninjas, slide and square, and pinching, coiling and slab building. Maybe even toss in a little Spanish like Dia de los Niños.
Now you’re talking! That’s the lingo of summer fun for kids in Boulder County/Northern Colorado There are so many opportunities for kids to explore the world around them, and they’ll be excited that you’re speaking their language.
7
fun ways to keep your kids busy this summer
These activities are right near home.
WARRIOR PLAYGROUND
Claire Pearson, Warrior Playground’s marketing and operations manager, talked about the value of summer camps and open play
She said, “Summer is an especially powerful time for ninja camps and open play because kids are finally free to move, explore and play in ways that often get limited during the school year. From a physical standpoint, children benefit from longer, unstructured movement sessions that build strength, coordination, agility and confidence. Ninja-style activities naturally develop upper- and lower-body strength, balance, grip and problem-solving – without kids feeling like they’re “working out.” They’re just playing, climbing, swinging and challenging themselves.
Equally important are the social and emotional benefits. Summer programs give kids a chance to practice cooperation, resilience and creativity in a low-pressure environment. They learn how to try hard things, fall safely, try again, and celebrate effort rather than perfection. For many kids, that sense of mastery and confidence carries into school, sports and everyday life.
Open play hours are especially valuable because they allow children
to Aug. 7, with sessions from 9 a.m. to noon and 1to 4 p.m. There are also options for full days available. Registration opens on Feb. 2 at 8 a.m. and ends at the start of each camp or when camps fill. The cost is $250-$400-plus.
BUTTERFLY PAVILLION
Oksanna Wildrick, Butterfly Pavilion’s senior program manager, has been enchanted with the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster since her first visit. Like many children, she hadn’t had a great deal of outdoor experience. She said, “When children are in class all day, they can lose their sense of wonder about the natural world. Here, they learn, explore, and develop a deeper sense of how complex the outdoors is. They learn simple things – like the beauty of the butterflies. They may develop empathy and see how even the cockroach has a place in the world.”
There are 20 different week-long camps on the website for children ages 5 to 9, including Unlikely Friends, Bug Olympics, Junior Zookeepers, Aquatic Adventures, Powerful Pollinators, Spineless Superheroes and Creatures, and Myths and Legends.
to follow their own curiosity. When kids choose how they move and what challenges they take on, they build autonomy, self-trust, and intrinsic motivation – skills that support lifelong physical activity and mental well-being.
In a time when kids are spending more hours on screens than ever, summer movement experiences like ninja camps provide a joyful, embodied alternative that supports whole-child development: physical strength, emotional resilience and social connection.”
GROUNDWORKS ART LAB
There are three locations in Boulder offering exciting Groundworks arts activities for children ages 6 to 16. According to Grace Flaherty, program and marketing coordinator, “Students explore hands-on summer art camps for artsy and not-so artsy kiddos across five studio mediums: clay, metal, wood, print and glass. It’s perfect for curious kids eager to learn something new. Our art forms are studio arts that teach a variety of technical skills. We work with kids who are less artsy to build technical real-world skills and artsier kids to push their artistic limits by adding new mediums to their portfolios.”
No previous experience is required. Classes meet weekly from May 26
Coming soon is Dia de los Niños, a full day of activities for kids and their families featuring arts, dancing, and music. It’s a very special family event in partnership with the Mexican Cultural Center, supported by the Innovation and Collaboration Grant from The Collaborative of the SCFD –a nonprofit membership organization comprised of SCFD-funded arts, culture, and science nonprofits.
THE KIVA CENTER
Kasey Schelling, executive director of the Kiva Center, said, “During the formative years, children thrive through embodied, social learning- gaining skills by doing, experimenting and making discoveries that can’t happen in a classroom. At The Kiva Center, we offer opportunities that go beyond the school day by immersing kids in authentic, hands-on experiences in a wild, screen-free environment.
At our programs, children learn to take meaningful risks and build confidence as they discover what they’re truly capable of Whether they’re learning how to safely use knives to carve and craft wood, collaborating to create a makeshift raft, or digging into the earth to find and work with raw clay, kids are developing problem-solving skills, resilience and creativity in deeply engaging ways. Most importantly, our programs foster a sense of belonging to themselves, to one another, and to the natural world. Through time spent outdoors in all elements, children reconnect with the land, gaining a felt understanding of where we come from and how we are interconnected with all of life.”
The Kiva Center Summer Skills
The Butterfly Pavilion houses various species of stick insects (phasmids) for exploration. (Photo courtesy: Butterfly Pavilion)
Ninja-style activities naturally develop upper- and lower-body strength, balance, grip and problem-solving.
(Photo courtesy: Warrior Playground)
Programs offer a series of focused, hands-on programs for children and teens ages 5 to 13 from June 15 to July 31. Each program centers on developing a specific skill through outdoor, experiential learning – inviting participants to build confidence, curiosity, and meaningful connections with peers. From creative and practical skill-building to water-based exploration and nature immersion, each week offers a distinct experience that supports growth, independence and joy throughout the summer
Programs take place on beautiful private land at the base of Lefthand Canyon, just outside of Boulder and nearby communities. This expansive landscape includes rock formations, forested areas, and access to Lefthand Creek, providing a dynamic and inspiring setting for learning and exploration. The land itself becomes a teacher – supporting hands-on practice, focused skill development, and a deepening relationship with the natural world. There are three- and five-day programs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The cost is $265-$425, and limited scholarships are available
MILE HIGH ROWING CLUB
Mile High Rowing Club operates at the Boulder Reservoir on the south shore near Sailor’s Point. A Boulder Reservoir Annual Pass or Day Pass is required for entrance
“Rowing in Colorado is a unique experience. But despite our limited time on the water due to Colorado’s variable seasons and unpredictable weather, our hard work continues to pay off. It keeps us competitive with teams across the United States. Our humble beginnings with only a handful of old rowing shells on the Cherry Creek Reservoir and the Boulder Reservoir remind us that our community is what sustains us. Our combined hard work and sense of community have allowed the team to evolve and grow to have a fleet of shells and training equipment in two locations that can accommodate our unique position as a rowing team that spans the state of Colorado,” states Mile High Rowing on its website.
The most popular class, Learn to Row, runs from June to August. Multiple sessions are offered
throughout the summer at the Boulder Reservoir and Cherry Creek Reservoir
COLORADO MUSIC FESTIVAL AND CENTER FOR MUSICAL ARTS
Opportunities for music education are available through the Colorado Music Festival and the Center for Musical Arts. Available classes include:
Beginning Piano – Learn all about pianos! Basic skills, note reading and basic technique will be taught through individual and group activities.
Beginning Violin – A week-long introduction to violin, especially designed for beginning students ages 6 to 8.
Meet the Instruments – A one-week introduction to musical instruments, including Western and world instruments.
Ukes and Keys – Learn two instruments at once in this unique mini-camp – hands-on activities at the keyboard and with ukuleles.
MOJO'S MUSIC ACADEMY
Mojo’s Music Academy supports each individual’s unique musical journey through private lessons for voice, bass, guitar, drums, piano, violin and saxophone. Experienced instructors provide expert guidance tailored to all ages and skill levels. Beyond private instruction, the academy offers group classes and recitals to help students elevate their talents. | RR
Rowing in Colorado is a unique experience (Photo courtesy: Mile High Rowing Club)
Music lessons and classes.
(Photo courtesy: Mojo's Music Academy)
Summer Preparation for School in the Fall
COURTNEY JOHNSON
RAISED IN THE ROCKIES
Pencils are labeled, new clothes are hung in the closet and backpacks are on hooks by the door. You may have bought everything on the supply list, but are you and your kids emotionally ready to tackle the new school year?
Transitioning from summer to fall can be a daunting task. Having school readiness can make this yearly ritual easier for everyone. Go from tears and complaints to smiles and laughs with this roadmap for both parents and students to make the adjustment easier when the school bell rings in August.
BE SOCIAL
Maybe you’re moving to a new school, preparing for the transition to middle school or high school or even sending your little one(s) off to school for the first time. Planning playdates and participating in camps and clubs with classmates can keep a connection over the summer. “Many of our students are involved in off-season athletic training, this helps keep them connected with
classmates and familiar with the school, so the transition back to classes in August is more natural,” said Mike D. Gabriel, president, Holy Family High School.
For preschool-age learners, enrolling in classes and activities helps with concepts of sharing, taking turns and making friends. Set up your own meetup (Facebook groups are great for this) to get to know some families over the summer if you are new to the school or want to build friendships. Don’t skip out on the back-to-school events like Meet the Teacher or a Back to School Carnival. Familiar faces can go a long way to helping the nerves of a new year.
DO A DRY RUN
From picking out clothes the night before to packing up the backpack the morning of, doing a dry run can help take away some of the anxiety of starting fresh. Kai Miller, teacher and owner of Lavender Hill Preschool, recommends some role play at home to practice evening and morning routines. Even syncing snack and lunch times to school schedules as the first day
approaches can be beneficial for the transition. “Predictable rituals signal to a child’s brain that the world is safe and orderly,” she said. “When children know what to expect, their brains
exhale, freeing up cognitive energy for exploration and learning rather than constantly scanning for uncertainty.”
Miller also recommends visiting the school before the first day. “Walk by the school or play on the playground if permitted to build positive, familiar associations with the physical space,” she said.
GET BACK INTO A ROUTINE
It’s easy to let that bedtime slip over the summer months. Nightly routines of a bath or shower, reading a book and lights out by 9 tend to go away in the summer. Even easier is letting go of getting up by a certain time and other morning rituals. “Start adjusting bedtimes and wake-up times in 15-minute increments about 10 to 14 days before school begins,” said Miller If transitions are hard, take those last days of summer break to slow down. Schedule those vacations and high intensity activities like Water World to happen before the days leading up to the start of school. “Avoid overscheduling the week before school starts,” said Miller. “Creating space for quiet, unstructured time acts as a bridge from the freedom of summer to the structure of the school year.”
HAVE CONVERSATIONS
Help the transition back by having conversations about the new year Tackle topics from first day expectations to teacher changes and goals socially and academically. “For my kids, conversations about the upcoming
Transitioning from summer to fall can be a daunting task. Having school readiness can make this yearly ritual easier for everyone (Photo courtesy: Holy Family High School )
school year – what they were excited for and what might be challenging – helped them get mentally prepared,” said Gabriel.
Show your excitement for your children reaching new goals and starting a new adventure in whatever grade they are going into. “Children often mirror their parents’ emotions,” said Miller
KEEP LEARNING OVER THE SUMMER
Support keeping the mind sharp
over the break with educational opportunities that can be found all around the Front Range from summer camp classes at the St. Vrain Innovation Center to taking trips to the Colorado History Museum. Local libraries and businesses even offer incentives and prizes for reading through the off months. “Keeping kids intellectually stimulated over the summer, even in small ways, helps them start the school year confident,” said Gabriel.
“At Holy Family, all students have
summer reading requirements, which keeps their minds sharp and ensures they’re prepared on Day 1.”
MAKE THOSE APPOINTMENTS EARLY
Don’t wait till the last minute and beat the summer rush for that dentist appointment, selfcarry paperwork for meds and sports physicals. Spreading out appointments throughout the summer can help take some of the stress of parents and anxiety that
can come with multiple visits for shots, teeth cleanings and more.
These easy to implement steps can help students start the school year off on the right foot with confidence. “Starting the year on the right foot can set the tone for everything to come,” said Gabriel. “When students feel prepared, stress decreases for both them and their parents. A strong start can build confidence that carries them throughout the entire year.” | RR
Support keeping the mind sharp over the break with educational opportunities (Photo courtesy: Holy Family High School )
EXHIBITORS
• ABC Kids Climbing
• ARK Ninja
• Athletic Adventures
• Boulder Ballet
• Boulder Country Day School
• Cal-Wood Education Center
• Camp Telaphiba (Elite Dance Academy)
• Catamounts
• Code Ninjas Louisville
• Colorado Athletic Club, Flatirons, Blast Summer Camp Adventure Island
• ARK Ninja: Obstacle Course
• Boulder Ballet School: Live dance demonstrations every 30 minutes
• Rocky Mountain Conference of Seventh-day Adventists: Washer toss
• YMCA of Northern Colorado: Valentine crafts, watercolor art and friendship bracelets
Academic & Leadership
ALEXANDER DAWSON SCHOOL – DAWSON SUMMER CAMPS
More than 120 full-day camps, including a Counselor in Training (CIT) Leadership Program for ages 14 to 15. Enjoy sports, arts, baking, dance, writing, science, technology and more. Lunch provided. Daily swimming in our outdoor pool. Before- and after-camp care is also available.
Dates: June 1-July 24
Week 1: June 1-5; Week 2: June 8-12
Week 3: June 15-18 (4 days: no camp 6/19); Week 4: June 22-26 No camps the week of July 4th.
Week 5: July 6-10; Week 6: July 13-17; Week 7: July 20-24
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Lafayette
Registration Deadline: Feb. 12
Cost: $510-$550/week
Phone Number: (303) 665-6679
Website: dawsonschool.org/ summer/summer-camps
BIRD CONSERVANCY OF THE ROCKIES – BIRD CAMPS
The mission of Bird Camps is to engage children in conserving birds and their habitats, while connecting them with nature. Youth are taught through hands-on activities, direct experiences and camp fun to help
them develop a deeper awareness, enjoyment and respect for all wildlife and their habitats.
Dates: June 1-5: Fort Collins
Foothills Camp, June 8-12 The Big Week, June 18-26 On the Wing, July 5-10 Taking Flight, July 13-17
BOULDER SCHOOL FOR GERMAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE – GERMAN LANGUAGE SUMMER CAMP
Join our German Language Summer Camp for kids ages 6-15! Each week features a fun theme – cooking, STEM, arts, music & theater, sports, day trips – all taught in German! Kids will learn through hands-on activities, improving language skills while having a blast. A summer of fun and learning!
Dates: May 27-Aug. 6
Ages: 6-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: Aug. 3
Cost: Varies, depending on activity
Phone Number: (720) 316-1033
Web: bouldergermanschool.org/ summercamps
BVSD COMMUNITY SCHOOLS – NEVER BUMMER SUMMER CAMPS
School age care full-day camps at Douglass Elementary School in Boulder.
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Weekly themed plus two weekly excursions (Tuesday and Thursdays). Choose your own weekly enriching adventure.
Butterfly Pavilion camps are designed to provide memorable experiences that connect kids to nature and encourage an appreciation for science and invertebrates, the tiny creatures that make the world work!
Dates: Jan. 19, Feb. 13 Feb. 16, Feb. 17, March 16-20, March 23-27, March 30 - April 3, June 1-5, June 8-12, June 15-19, June 22, 23 ,24, 26 (4-day week), June 29-July 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, Aug. 3-7, Aug. 10-14, Oct. 12, Oct. 13, Nov. 23, Nov. 24, Nov. 25, Dec. 21, Dec. 22, Dec. 23, Dec. 28, Dec. 29, Dec. 30
CAL-WOOD EDUCATION CENTER – HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE CAMPS
Cal-Wood's high school science camps bring field research and climate action to life. Campers will get hands on experience designing and conducting experiments, meet scientists who work outdoors everyday, and get to investigate the topics that matter most to them.
Dates: June 21-26, July 12-17
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Coeducational Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Jamestown
Registration Deadline: June 1
Cost: $100-$1,500
Phone Number: (720) 678-3137
Web: calwood.org/summer-camps
CAMP ELEVATE
Camp Elevate in Boulder County: the ultimate summer adventure! Experience drones, robotics, STEM, sports, team-building and mindfulness. Caring, experienced counselors inspire confidence and friendships in a safe, energetic environment. Hands-on fun, unforgettable memories!
Dates: June 1-July 24
Ages: 6-14
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: July 20
Cost: $399
Phone Number: (720) 671-1848
Website: namastem.com/summercamp-registration
CODE NINJAS BROOMFIELD SUMMER CAMPS
Summer should be fun – and inspiring. Through week-long camps like LEGO Robotics, YouTube Stars, Minecraft Modding and Roblox World Creators – plus new Digital Art, 3D Printing and AI Academy – kids learn by playing, creating and building. Half and full-day options available
Dates: May 25-Aug. 7
Ages: Juniors (Ages 5-7), Kids and Teens (Ages 8-14)
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: 12920 Lowell Blvd., Broomfield
Registration Deadline: Varies
Cost: Week-long camps: $495/ week; Half-day (morning or afternoon): $335/week.
Phone Number: (303) 536-1318
Website: codeninjas.com/cobroomfield
CODE NINJAS LOUISVILLE SUMMER CAMPS
Code Ninjas Louisville Camps are fun, hands-on STEM experiences where kids build confidence through coding, robotics, game design, and creative technology. Led by trained instructors, Ninjas learn, create, and play while developing real-world skills – all in a safe, engaging environment
Dates: May 26-Aug. 11
Ages: 5-14
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Louisville
Registration Deadline: Aug. 10
Cost: $265-$290
Phone Number: (720) 379-7638
Website: codeninjas.com/ co-louisville
GALILEO LEARNING LLC – CAMP GALILEO
Galileo is bringing incredible learning & big summer camp fun to your community! K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun at 9 Denver & Boulder locations. Weekly sessions 9am-3pm day, optional extended care. Use code 26GALRITR25 to save $25/wk on future purchases.
Dates: June 1-July 31
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Various Locations
Registration Deadline: July 19
Cost: $520-$560, (optional a.m and p m. extended care
We have a new High Ropes Challenge Course! We offer a variety of activities in a spiritually uplifting environment. Horseback riding, swimming in
heated a pool, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, arts & crafts, baking, photography, archery, team sports, amazing food and so much more!
Dates: Camp sessions begin June 14. They are Sunday-Friday and run weekly with certain age ranges for each week. The last session is in July 5-10
Ages: 8-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Ward
Registration Deadline: June 7
Cost: $400-$600
Phone Number: (303) 282-3664
Website: rmcyouth.org/ campsessions
MOUNTAIN RANCH COUNSELORS-INTRAINING CAMP
Counselors in Training (CIT) Camp allows high school students to develop leadership skills through mentorship with our senior staff and direct work with younger campers Participants also engage in team building and other camp activities with their own peer group
Dates: June 1- Aug. 7
Weekly sessions, 5 day weeks, Registration open till full Ages: 13-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Gold Hill, Boulder
Registration Deadline: Aug. 2
Cost: $596-$296
Phone Number: (303) 442-4557
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
SPACE VOYAGE SPACE CAMP
Celebrating our 35th summer. Students think like astronauts, dive into thrilling space simulations, launch rockets and explore weeks full of hands-on STEM fun. We motivate, empower, and change children's
lives. Kids say; "Space Voyage was the best week of my summer."
An amazing camp adventure
Dates: June 15-July 31
Ages: 6 to 16
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Littleton
Registration Deadline: July 1
Cost: $339 to $549
Phone Number: (303) 513-7047
Website: spacevoyage.com
ST. VRAIN VALLEY SCHOOLS –CAREER ELEVATION AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER SUMMER CAMP EXPERIENCES
The Career Elevation and Technology Center in Longmont offers hands-on camps that let students explore careers in a variety of pathways through real-world learning led by experts and industry professionals.
Dates: Camps for incoming 8th and 9th grade students will be held May 26-29 with the choice of an a.m. or p.m. session. Welding and Manufacturing Camps for grades 9 to 12 already enrolled at the CETC will be held June 1-12, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Ages: 13-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Longmont
Registration Deadline: April 30
Cost: $100
Phone Number: (303) 772-3333
Website: cetc.svvsd.org/camps
ST. VRAIN VALLEY SCHOOLS –INNOVATION CENTER SUMMER PROGRAMS
Summer camps at the Innovation Center offer hands-on learning about space innovation, music, aeronautics, and more. Through inquiry-based, human-centered design, students build critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills while engaging in innovative experiences.
Dates: SuperSTEM (Grades K-8): June 1-18, M-TH, Academy for Space Innovation (Grades 3-5): June 1-11, Monday through
Thursday, Composing Innovation (Grades 6-12): July 13-17, Northrop
Grumman (Grades 6-12): July 2024, AMD | PYNQ - AI and Robotics
Bootcamp (Grades 6-12): July 27-
30. Visit our website to learn more about all of our camp offerings
ST. VRAIN VALLEY SCHOOLS – PROJECT LAUNCH SUMMER LEARNING
Project Launch offers free, engaging summer learning for St. Vrain Valley students. Elementary and middle school students strengthen reading and math skills through small-group instruction with high-quality teachers to help build confidence and momentum for the upcoming school year.
Dates: Camps for both elementary and middle school students will be held June 1-25, Monday through Thursday. Visit our website to learn more about all camp offerings
Ages: 5-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Various Locations
Registration Deadline: May 30
Cost: Free
Phone Number: (303) 746-3516
Website: svvsd.org/projectlaunch
THE FRENCH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE OF BOULDER – FRENCH SUMMER CAMP
More than 120 full-day camps, including a Counselor in Training (CIT) Leadership Program for ages 14to 15. Enjoy sports, arts, baking, dance, writing, science, technology, and more. Lunch provided. Daily swimming in our outdoor pool. Before- and after-camp care is also available
Dates: June 1-July 24
Week 1: June 1-5; Week 2: June 8-12; Week 3: June 15-18 (4 days: no camp 6/19); Week 4: June 22-26 No camps the week of July 4.
Week 5: July 6-10; Week 6: July 13-17; Week 7: July 20-24
Camp Month(s): June Website: blossominternationalpreschool.com
BOULDER BALLET SCHOOL – FANTASY ADVENTURE SUMMER
CAMP
Join us for a week of dance, crafts, and fantasy adventure at The Dairy Arts Center! Campers will dance their own character into life as they collaborate with their peers to create a magical world full of adventure. Friday family showcase celebrates their creativity. Ages 3 to 8, all levels welcome.
Dates: June 15-19 Storytime Camp (Ages 3-4);
July 27-31 (Ages 5-8); Aug. 3-7 (Ages 5-8)
Ages: 3-8
Gender: Female, Male, Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: May 23
Cost: $400
Phone Number: (303) 443-0028
Website: boulderballet.org/ summer-camps
BOULDER
BALLET SCHOOL– STORYTIME DANCE CAMP
Perfect for our youngest movers! This gentle introduction to dance uses beloved stories and imaginative play to teach basic movement skills.
Preschoolers will explore creative expression in a nurturing, ageappropriate environment
Dates: June 15-19 (Half Day)
Ages: 3-4
Gender: Female, Male, Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: May 23
Cost: $350
Phone Number: (303) 443-0028
Website: boulderballet.org/ summer-camps
BOULDER CHILDREN'S CHORALE –SHOWSTOPPERS WEEK
Ignite your child’s passion for the stage! Students (grades 2–9) build confidence
through high-energy Broadway songs, choreography, and expert vocal coaching. Your star will gain acting skills, make friends, and get a cool t-shirt. The week concludes with a Friday Showcase at 2:15 p.m
Dates: June 15-19, 2026
Ages: 2nd-9th Grade
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: June 13
Cost: $295.00
Phone Number: (303) 554-7692
Website: boulderchorale.org/ summer
BOULDER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL – CAMP SANDBOX
Camp Sandbox for ages 3 to 4. Campers will enjoy BCD's Preschool campus including our amazing playground and the pathways around Twin Lakes. Enrichment Camps for ages 5-11: Chess with The Knight School, science and coding.
Be your favorite character in this non competitive environment. Perform songs, dances and scenes. Free Friday performance on stage. Advance camps perform a full show. Be ready to work hard and have fun. Bluey, Wicked, FairyTails, Toy Story, Trolls, Annie, K-Pop, Aladdin and more!
Dates: June 1-Aug. 7
Ages: 4-6, 7-11, 8-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder/Longmont
Registration Deadline: Aug. 3
Cost: $450/week.
Scholarships available
Phone Number: (303) 859-4195
Web: boulderperformingarts.com
BOULDER SCHOOL FOR GERMAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE – GERMAN LANGUAGE CAMP
Join our German Language Summer Camp for kids ages 6-15! Each week features a fun theme
BOULDER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
2026 2026 SUMMER CAMP
RAISEDINTHEROCKIES
— cooking, STEM, arts, music & theater, sports, day trips — all taught in German! Kids will learn through hands-on activities, improving language skills while having a blast. A summer of fun and learning!
Dates: May 27–Aug. 6
Ages: 6-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: Aug. 3
Cost: Varies, depending on activity
Phone Number: (720) 316-1033
Web: bouldergermanschool.org/ summercamps
BOULDER SCHOOL OF FINE ART – SUMMER ART CAMP
BSoFA Summer Art Camp 2026 is a different kind of camp for tweens and teens ages 10 to 17 who love art. Campers will draw, paint, sculpt, design, sew and create unique projects they will be proud of - and most of all have fun! Camp meets 12:30-4 p.m.. After camp is 4-5:15 p.m..
Dates: June Art Camp Week One: June 8-12; June Art Camp Week Two: June 15-19; June Art Camp Week Three: June 22-26; July Art
Camp Week One: July 6-10; July Art
Camp Week Two: July 13-17; July Art
Camp Week Three: July 20-24
Ages: 10-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: June 7
Cost: $395 per week, multi week and family member discounts available
Phone Number: (303) 819-5923
Website: bsofa.net/art-camps
CAMP OONIE KOONIE CHA
Oonie Koonie Cha is an action-packed music camp integrating music with drama, storytelling, a xylophone orchestra, science, art & movement. Creative hands-on activities are designed to engage the whole child in an unforgettable camp experience Free t-shirt and camp CD. Let's Go! It's a blast!
Dates: June 8-12
Ages: 4-8+ or 9
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: June 8
Cost: $390-$425
Phone Number: (336) 978-1121
Website: campokc.com
CENTENNIAL STATE BALLET BALLET SUMMER CAMP
Summer Programming inspires young dancers through joyful, creative classes that build confidence and a love of movement, while offering older and advanced students focused technique, conditioning, and classical variations. Expect artistry, discipline, and life skills that extend beyond the studio.
Dates: June 8-July 31
Ages: 3-18
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Longmont
Registration Deadline: June 8
Cost: $138-$1,725
Phone Number: (303) 772-1335
Website: centennialstateballet.org
CENTER FOR MUSICAL ARTS – WEEK-LONG MINI-CAMPS AND CLASSES
Experience a summer full of music with programs for all ages and abilities, from toddlers through teens. We offer individual lessons in all instruments and voice, along with camps in piano, violin, drumming, ukulele, keyboard, instrument exploration, intensive strings, and more
Dates: June 1-Aug. 1
Ages: All ages
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Lafayette
Registration Deadline: June 1
Cost: $150-$400
Phone Number: (303) 665-0599
Website: centerformusicalarts.org
COLORADO CONSERVATORY OF DANCE – SUMMER DANCE PROGRAMS
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Broomfield
Camp Month(s): June-July
Website: ccdance.org/summerdance-programs
CU DENVER LYNX ARTS CAMPS
The LYNX Arts Camps are art, music, and film camps for high school students. They are designed to be previews of the college programs offered by the CU Denver College of Arts & Media. Camp programs in photography, animation, filmmaking, music industry, audio production and more. Scholarship options.
Dates: Session 1 - June 8-12
Session 2 - June 14-26
Session 3 - July 12-24
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Denver
Registration Deadline: May 1
Cost: $650-$2,600
Phone Number: (303) 315-7487
Web: artsandmedia.ucdenver.edu/ camps
FREQUENT FLYERS AERIAL DANCE
–
SUMMER CAMPS
Fly, flip, dance and create while building strength, confidence, and creativity! Campers explore aerial skills, teamwork, and imaginative play, transforming the studio into a magical world. Each week ends with a joyful performance for family and friends. Come fly with us this summer!
Dates: 9 weeks to choose from: May 26-July 24
Ages: 5-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: July 7
Cost: $325-$550
Phone Number: (303) 245-8272
Website: frequentflyers.org/camps
FRIENDS SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
From preschool backyard camp to classes in science, baking, STEM, art and sports, Friends School offers one of the most popular summer programs in Boulder for students ages 3 to 12 years. Full and half day options. Lunch included for full day campers. Shirts for all campers.
Make this the summer she does it all. Shoot her first bullseye with a bow, saddle up on a horse, and make an inside joke with a new friend
Whether this summer is all about adventure, or she's looking to chill out, Girl Scout camp is the place for her!
Dates: June 7-July 29
Sessions range from 3 to 12 days. Ages: 7-17
Gender: Female
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp Camp Location: Various Locations
Registration Deadline: May 15
Cost: $170-$1,740
Phone Number: (877) 404-5708
Website: camp girlscoutsofcolorado.org
GLACIER VIEW RANCH
Glacier View Ranch
We have a new High Ropes Challenge Course! We offer a variety of activities in a spiritually uplifting environment. Horseback riding, swimming in heated a pool, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, arts & crafts, baking, photography, archery, team sports, amazing food & so much more!
Dates: Camp sessions begin June 14. They are Sunday-Friday and run weekly with certain age ranges for each week. The last session is in July 5-10
Ages: 8-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Ward
Registration Deadline: June 7
Cost: $400-$600
Phone Number: (303) 282-3664
Website: rmcyouth.org/ campsessions
GROUNDWORKS ART LAB
Groundworks Art Lab Art Camps
Explore hands-on summer art camps for ages 6–16 across five studio mediums: clay, metal, wood, print, and glass. Perfect for curious kids eager to learn something new. Camps are offered at three locations in Boulder
Living Arts Summer Camp now in our 13th year, is one of Boulder County's most curious and unique camps. A celebration of imagination and creativity, our 6-12 yr old campers are invited to step into mystical and magical worlds--full of forest creatures, trolls, fairies, folklore and feasts.
Dates: May 26-Aug. 7
Ages: 6-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: Aug. 4
Cost: $476-$595
Phone Number: (720) 383-4406
Web: livingartsschool.com/camps
MOJO'S MUSIC ACADEMY – ROCK N’ ROLL SUMMER CAMP
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Longmont
Camp Month(s): June-August
Website: mojosmusicacademy.com
MOUNTAIN RANCH ARTIST FOCUS CAMP
Artist Focus Camp is perfect for crafters and lovers of all things art Campers enjoy extra time creating hands-on art projects while still participating in our favorite camp activities for a fun, creative experience
Dates: June 1- August 7, 2026, Weekly Sessions, 5 day weeks
Ages: 12-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Gold Hill, Boulder
Registration Deadline: August 2
Cost: $814
Phone Number: (303) 442-4557
Web: coloradomountainranch.com
OPEN WINDOW STUDIO
ART
CAMP
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Longmont
Camp Month(s): June-August
Website: openwindowstudio.org
PERRY-MANSFIELD PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL AND CAMP
Experience a summer like no other at Perry-Mansfield! We offer day camps and overnight intensives in dance, theater, production design, equestrian, and circus arts. From world-class training to creative discovery, join us for an unforgettable performing arts experience you won’t want to miss!
Dates: programs run from 5/24/26 to 8/15/26
Ages: 6-22
Gender: Female, Male, Coeducational
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Steamboat Springs
Registration Deadline: May 30
Cost: $475-$7,000
Phone Number: (970) 879-7125
Website: perry-mansfield.org
RMC YOUTH CAMPS GLACIER VIEW RANCH
We have the Newest High Ropes Challenge Course in Boulder County! Plus Horseback Riding/ Horsemanship, Archery, Canoeing, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Stand Up Paddle boarding, Swimming, Team Sports, Disc Golf, Arts & Crafts, Drama, Baking, Interactive Nature Center, Mountain Biking, and Bouldering!
Dates: June 14-19 for 8-10 yr olds. June 21-26 for 10-12 yr olds. June 28-July 3 for 11-17 yr olds. July 5-10 for 13-17 yr olds.
Ages: 8-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Ward
Registration Deadline: July 4
Cost: $400-$600
Phone Number: (303) 282-3664
Website: rmcyouth.org/ campsessions
ROCKY MOUNTAIN DAY CAMP
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Various Locations
Camp Month(s): May-July
Website: rockymtndaycamp.com
ROCKY MOUNTAIN THEATER FOR KIDS SUMMER CAMPS
After more than 30 years of running theatre summer camps, our program offers a unique combination of community, critical theatre education and the highest quality performances. Professional performance venues, extensive performing arts curriculum, seasoned teachers – experience the difference
Dates: May 26-Aug. 10
Ages: 5-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Various Locations
Registration Deadline: Aug. 10
Cost: $595-$1,995
Phone Number: (303) 245-8150
Website: theaterforkids.net/ programs/summer-camp
ROCKY RIDGE MUSIC – JUNIOR INTENSIVE; JAZZ FROM A TO Z; MUSICA MARIACHI
Get ready to rock this summer! In our week-long performance camps musicians learn to play legendary rock music, culminating in a live concert for friends & family. Each day consists of rehearsal time, group & individual instruction, and other fun camp activities.
Dates: June 1-5, June 8-12, June 15-19, July 6-10, July 13-17
SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL – CAMP SHAKESPEARE & SHAKESPEARE'S SPRITES
The Shakespeare Festival offers summer camps for kids and teens on CU Boulder’s campus. Students rehearse, stage, and perform a shortened Shakespeare play (scenes for Sprites). Shakespeare camps are a fabulous way to explore theatre in a creative, supportive, and FUN environment!
This classic summer camp offers a nurturing environment for social and emotional growth through play, song, and outdoor discovery. Set on a stunning 12-acre campus, children ages 3 to 6 enjoy a magical summer of baking, storytelling, and splashing in nature – the way childhood was meant to be.
Dates: Week 1: June 8-12; Week 2: June 15-19; Week 3: June 22-26; Week 4: June 29-July 3; Week 5: July 6-10; Week 6: July 13-17; Week 7: July 20-24; Week 8: July 27-31; Week 9: Aug. 3-7
Brand new to the stage? Or already a diva? We welcome both with enthusiasm! This full day camp will rehearse and perform a full production of Willy Wonka Jr in June for older elementary and middle, and Aristocats kids for lower elementary in July
Dates: Willy Wonka 6/9-27; Aristocats 7/6-25
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Longmont
Registration Deadline: July 7
Cost: $750/3 weeks
Phone Number: (303) 817-8523
Web: shoestringplayerserie.com
STREETSIDE DANCE –HIP HOP DANCE CAMP
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Camp Month(s): June
Website: streetsidedance.com/ summer-camp
THE CATAMOUNTS CAMP CATAMOUNTS
Led by The Catamounts' professional theatre artists, with guest artists, campers will create and perform as they explore through their creativity with songwriting, theater games, storytelling, dance and cooking! The end product will be an all-original production with a meal served to the audience
Wren’s Nest Art Studio offers year-round art camps for ages 4–12. Half- and full-day camps feature theme-based projects, guided instruction, open studio time, outdoor play, and creative exploration. Campers take home completed artwork and a personal art journal.
The mission of Bird Camps is to engage children in conserving birds and their habitats, while connecting them with nature. Youth are taught through hands-on activities, direct experiences and camp fun to help them develop a deeper awareness, enjoyment and respect for all wildlife and their habitats.
Dates: June 1-5: Fort Collins Foothills Camp, June 8-12 The Big Week, June 18-26 On the Wing, July 5-10 Taking Flight, July 13-17
Barr Adventure Camp, July 20-24
Raptor Camp, July 17-31 Budding Birders, August 3-7 Wild Nestlings
Butterfly Pavilion camps are designed to provide memorable experiences that connect kids to nature and encourage an appreciation for science and invertebrates, the tiny creatures that make the world work!
Dates: Jan. 19, Feb. 13 Feb. 16, Feb 17, March 16-20, March 23-27, March 30 - April 3, June 1-5, June 8-12, June 15-19, June 22, 23 ,24, 26 (4-day week), June 29-July 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 2731, Aug. 3-7, Aug. 10-14, Oct. 12, Oct. 13, Nov. 23, Nov. 24, Nov. 25, Dec. 21, Dec. 22, Dec. 23, Dec. 28, Dec. 29, Dec. 30
Make this the summer she does it all. Shoot her first bullseye with a bow, saddle up on a horse, and make an inside joke with a new friend. Whether this summer is all about adventure, or she's looking to chill out, Girl Scout camp is the place for her!
Dates: Multiple sessions running from June 7 - July 29. Sessions range from three - 12 days.
Ages: 7-17
Gender: Female
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp Camp Location: Various Locations
Registration Deadline: May 15
Cost: $170-$1,740
Phone Number: (877) 404-5708
Website: camp girlscoutsofcolorado.org
GLACIER VIEW RANCH
Glacier View Ranch
We have a new High Ropes Challenge Course! We offer a variety of activities in a spiritually uplifting environment. Horseback riding, swimming in heated a pool, canoeing, kayaking,
rock climbing, mountain biking, arts & crafts, baking, photography, archery, team sports, amazing food & so much more!
Dates: Weekly sessions
(Sunday-Friday), June 14-July 10
Ages: 8-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Ward
Registration Deadline: June 7
Cost: $400-$600
Phone Number: (303) 282-3664
Website: rmcyouth.org/ campsessions
GROWING GARDENS PEACE GARDEN AND GOATS & GARDENS SUMMER CAMP
Join us for an active week of summer camp and experience the wonders of our urban
farm. We’ll tend to the garden, explore through the lens of art and science, visit our friendly goats, and make tasty snacks from the bounty of our harvests.
Enjoy a unique blend of educational activities and play time with furry friends!
Dates: June-July
Ages: 7-12
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Longmont
Registration Deadline: March 3
Cost: $250-$300
Phone Number: (303) 742-1232
Website: longmonthumane.org
MOUNTAIN RANCH
Voted Boulder’s No. 1 Day Camp! Horseback riding, Arts & Crafts, Archery, Mountainboarding, Yoga, Gymnastics, Team-building, Outdoor Skills, Drama, Games & Fun Galore! Legendary Overnight is back for rising 4th graders or older and new this year the ‘Undernight’
for our Campers in rising 1-3rd grades.
Dates: June 1- Aug. 7
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Gold Hill, Boulder
Registration Deadline: Aug. 2
Cost: $752
Phone Number: (303) 442-4557
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
MOUNTAIN RANCH WESTERN RIDERS CAMP
Western Riders Camp is for horse lovers in rising grades 6–11th. Campers build confidence through longer rides and hands-on instruction while learning horsemanship in a fun, supportive environment. Western
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riders enjoy a variety of our other camp activities.
Dates: June 1-Aug. 7, Monday-Friday
Ages: 12-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Gold Hill, Boulder
Registration Deadline: Until full
Cost: $891
Phone Number: (303) 442-4557
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
PERRY-MANSFIELD PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL AND CAMP
Experience a summer like no other at Perry-Mansfield! We offer day camps and overnight intensives in dance, theater, production design, equestrian, and circus arts. From world-class training to creative discovery, join us for an unforgettable performing arts experience you won’t want to miss!
Dates: Programs run from May 24- Aug. 15
Ages: 6-22
Gender: Female, Male, Coeducational
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Steamboat Springs
Registration Deadline: May 30
Cost: $475-$7,000
Phone Number: (970) 879-7125
Website: perry-mansfield.org
RMC YOUTH CAMPS GLACIER VIEW RANCH
We have the Newest High Ropes Challenge Course in Boulder County! Plus Horseback Riding/ Horsemanship, Archery, Canoeing, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Stand Up Paddle boarding, Swimming, Team Sports, Disc Golf, Arts & Crafts, Drama, Baking, Interactive Nature Center, Mountain Biking, Bouldering & more!
Dates: June 14-19 for 8-10 yr olds
June 21-26 for 10-12 yr olds. June 28-July 3 for 11-17 yr olds. July 5-10 for 13-17 yr olds.
More than 120 full-day camps, including a Counselor in Training (CIT) Leadership
Program for ages 14-15. Enjoy sports, arts, baking, dance, writing, science, technology, and more Lunch provided. Daily swimming in our outdoor pool. Before- and after-camp care is also available
Dates: June 1 - July 24, 2026
Week 1: June 1-5
Week 2: June 8-12
Week 3: June 15-18 (4 days: no camp 6/19)
Week 4: June 22-26
No camps the week of July 4th.
Week 5: July 6-10
Week 6: July 13-17
Week 7: July 20-24
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Lafayette
Registration Deadline: Feb.12
Cost: $510-$550/week
Phone Number: (303) 665-6679
Website: dawsonschool.org/ summer/summer-camps
BIRD CONSERVANCY OF THE ROCKIES – BIRD CAMPS
The mission of Bird Camps is to engage children in conserving birds and their habitats, while connecting them with nature. Youth are taught through hands-on activities, direct experiences and camp fun to help them develop a deeper awareness, enjoyment and respect for all wildlife and their habitats
Dates: June 1-5: Fort Collins
Foothills Camp, June 8-12 The Big Week, June 18-26 On the Wing, July 5-10 Taking Flight, July 13-17
BOULDER SCHOOL FOR GERMAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE – GERMAN LANGUAGE SUMMER CAMP
Join our German Language Summer Camp for kids ages 6-15! Each week features a fun theme —cooking, STEM, arts, music & theater, sports, day trips — all taught in German! Kids will learn through hands-on activities, improving language skills while having a blast. A summer of fun and learning!
Dates: May 27-Aug. 6
Ages: 6-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: Aug. 3
Cost: Varies, depending on activity
Phone Number: (720) 316-1033
Website: bouldergermanschool. org/summercamps
BOULDER YOUNG EXPLORERS
Join Boulder Young Explorers this summer for on-site programs with outdoor play, crafts, water activities, sports, science, and baking;
field-trip-based mobile camps exploring the Front Range; and weekly STEM specialty camps featuring Snapology® and LEGO® focused on design and engineering
Dates: Ten week-long camps run June 1–August 7, from 8:30 A.M.–4:00 P.M., with before and after-care available. Each week offers: Jr. Explorers (ages 5–7) traditional camp with weekly themes; Rangers (ages 6–9) focused on sports, games, and nature-based challenges; Voyagers Field Trip Camp (ages 5–11) exploring destinations across the Front Range; and an on-site STEM Specialty Camp (ages 6–10).
Ages: 5-11
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Lafayette
Registration Deadline: Aug. 7
Cost: $500-$540
Phone Number: (720) 837-5387
Website: boulderyoungexplorers.com
BUTTERFLY PAVILION – ROSIE'S DISCOVERY CAMP
Butterfly Pavilion camps are designed to provide memorable experiences that connect kids to nature and encourage an appreciation for science and invertebrates, the tiny creatures that make the world work!
Dates: Jan. 19, Feb. 13 Feb. 16, Feb 17, March 16-20, March 23-27, March 30 - April 3, June 1-5, June 8-12, June 15-19, June 22, 23 ,24, 26 (4-day week), June 29-July 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 2731, Aug. 3-7, Aug. 10-14, Oct. 12, Oct. 13, Nov. 23, Nov. 24, Nov. 25, Dec. 21, Dec. 22, Dec. 23, Dec. 28, Dec. 29, Dec. 30
Spend the week on a backpacking trip in the Rocky Mountains, gaining new expeditionary skills and making lifelong friendships.
Campers will be hiking 5-10 miles per day, learning about how to go on a backcountry trip, and falling in love with the
Dates: June 14-19, July 19-24
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Jamestown
Registration Deadline: June 1
Cost: $1200
Phone Number: (720) 678-3137
Website: calwood.org/summercamps/alpine-trekkers
CAL-WOOD EDUCATION CENTER CAMP CAL-WOOD
Dive into a mountain adventure filled with hiking, games, and creativity! Each day bursts with new activities, and nights around the campfire bring stories and songs under starlit skies. Perfect for young explorers ready to make friends and memories that will last a lifetime
Dates: June 14-19; July 19-24
Ages: 9-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Jamestown
Registration Deadline: June 13
Cost: $1,200
Phone Number: (720) 678-3137
Website: calwood.org/summercamps/camp-cal-wood-1
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CAL-WOOD EDUCATION CENTER – HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE CAMPS
Cal-Wood's high school science camps bring field research and climate action to life. Campers will get hands on experience designing and conducting experiments, meet scientists who work outdoors everyday, and get to investigate the topics that matter most to them.
Dates: June 21-26 . July 12-17
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Jamestown
Registration Deadline: June 1
Cost: $100-$1,500
Phone Number: (720) 678-3137
Web: calwood.org/summer-camps
CAL-WOOD EDUCATION CENTER MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPS
Fun summer options for every level of explorer. Our middle school sleepaway camps are filled with hiking, fishing, archery, rock climbing, games, crafts and of course, s'mores! Campers will leave with a deepened love of the outdoors, friendships to last a lifetime and a smile from ear to ear.
Dates: June 14-19, June 21-26, July 5-10, July 12-17, July 19-24
Ages: 11-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Jamestown
Registration Deadline: June 1
Cost: $1200
Phone Number: (720) 678-3137
Web: calwood.org/summer-camps
CAMP ELEVATE
Camp Elevate in Boulder County: the ultimate summer adventure for ages 6–14! Experience drones, robotics, STEM, sports, teambuilding and mindfulness. Our caring, experienced counselors inspire confidence and friendships in a safe, energetic environment. Join us for hands-on fun and
unforgettable memories!
Dates: June 1-July 24
Ages: 6-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: July 20
Cost: $399
Phone Number: (720) 671-1848
Website: namastem.com/summercamp-registration
CAMP GRANITE LAKE
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Golden
Camp Month(s): June-August
Website: campgranitelake.com
CAL-WOOD EDUCATION CENTER – SUNNY DAYS
Meet us in Boulder where we will drive campers up to Cal-Wood for a day full of hiking, playing games, crafting and enjoying the beautiful mountains. Campers will get to do one overnight on Thursday night. The perfect intro to summer camp!
For more than 10 years, Camp Telaphiba has been welcoming girls and boys, ages 8 - 18, to Snow Mountain Ranch for an unforgettable summer dance camp experience. At Camp Telaphiba, campers attend dance classes, participate in fun outdoor activities and make friends from all over the world!
Dates: Session 1: July 6-11; Session 2: July 12-17; Extended Camp Session: July 6-17; Retreat Camp Session: July 6-17
From preschool backyard camp to classes in science, baking, STEM, art and sports, Friends School offers one of the most popular summer programs in Boulder for
students ages 3-12 years. Full and half day options . Lunch included for full day campers. Shirts for all campers.
We are excited to offer the perfect fly fishing camp for your child. Hosted on local Boulder waters, this co-ed kids’ camp will build a foundation for a lifetime of learning about fly fishing and appreciation for the outdoors. Safety and a quality fishing experience is our No 1 goal.
Dates: June 8-12, June 22-26, July 13-17, July 20-24
Ages: 8-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: July 19
Cost: $675-$795
Phone Number: (303) 494-1375
Website: frontrangeanglers.com
BVSD has long been a leader in education, setting our graduates on a path to new heights. Want your student to be successful? We’re the district for you.
GARDEN TO TABLE AND SCHOOL FOOD PROJECT – DIG IN! GARDEN & COOKING
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Camp Month(s): June-July
Website: gardentotable.org/ garden-camp
GIRL SCOUTS OF COLORADO SUMMER CAMP
Make this the summer she does it all. Shoot her first bullseye with a bow, saddle up on a horse, and make an inside joke with a new friend. Whether this summer is all about adventure, or she's looking to chill out, Girl Scout camp is the place for her!
Dates: Multiple sessions running from June 7-July 29. Sessions range from three to 12 days. Ages: 7-17
Gender: Female
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp Camp Location: Various Locations
Registration Deadline: May 15
Cost: $170-$1,740
Phone Number: (877) 404-5708
Web: camp.girlscoutsofcolorado.org
GLACIER VIEW RANCH
Glacier View Ranch
We have a new High Ropes Challenge Course! We offer a variety of activities in a spiritually uplifting environment. Horseback riding, swimming in heated a pool, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, arts & crafts, baking, photography, archery, team sports, amazing food and so much more!
Join us for an active week of summer camp and experience the wonders of our urban farm. We’ll tend to the garden, explore through the lens of art and science, visit our friendly goats, and make tasty snacks from the bounty of our harvests.
Highlands Camp is a week-long, overnight summer camp experience. We emphasize outdoor skills, connection with nature, free play, adventure activities like rock climbing, archery, canoeing, & hiking, and camp classics like arts &
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crafts, gaga ball, and campfires in the Rocky Mountains
Adventure Camp; Session 3 (July 5-10): 4th-6th Camp with Respite Care and 7th-9th Camp
Session 4 (July 12-14): 3rd-5th Mini Camp
Session 5 (July 15-17): Family Camp
Ages: 8-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Allenspark
Registration Deadline: May 31
Cost: $500-$850
Phone Number: (303) 747-2888
Website: highlandscamp.org/ summercamp
LIVING ARTS SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
Living Arts Summer Camp now in our 13th year, is one of Boulder County's most curious and unique camps. A celebration of imagination and creativity, our 6-12 yr old campers are invited to step into mystical and magical worlds--full of forest creatures, trolls, fairies, folklore and feasts.
Dates: May 26-Aug. 7
Ages: 6-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: Aug. 4
Cost: $476-$595
Phone Number: (720) 383-4406
Web: livingartsschool.com/camps
MOUNTAIN RANCH
Voted Boulder’s No 1 Day Camp! Horseback riding, Arts & Crafts, Archery, Mountainboarding, Yoga, Gymnastics, Team-building, Outdoor Skills, Drama, Games & Fun Galore! Legendary Overnight is back for rising 4th graders or older and new this year the ‘Undernight’ for our Campers in rising 1-3rd grades
Dates: June 1- Aug. 7
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Gold Hill, Boulder
Registration Deadline: August 2
Cost: $752
Phone Number: (303) 442-4557
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
MOUNTAIN RANCH MOUNTAINEERS FOCUS CAMP
Mountaineers Focus Camp is for kids who love the outdoors and want to build hiking skills and nature knowledge Campers learn survival skills, including fire building and archery, while still enjoying all the other fun camp activities. For rising grades 7-11.
Dates: June 1- Aug. 7
Weekly Sessions, 5 Day Weeks
Ages: 12-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Gold Hill, Boulder
Registration Deadline: August 2
Cost: 814
Phone Number: (303) 442-4557
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
RENAISSANCE ADVENTURES ADVENTURE QUEST
Your child is the hero of a mythic quest in an incredibly fun and award-winning experience! In small groups of like ages, heroes read maps, solve mysteries & riddles, overcome dynamic challenges, and battle using safe, foam swords. Locations in Boulder County & Denver Metro Area.
Dates: Weekly sessions
Ages: 6 - 17
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Various locations
Registration Deadline: August 7
Cost: $444-$644
Phone Number: (303) 786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
RENAISSANCE ADVENTURES
DUNGEON DELVERS
Explore and create an adventure in the fantasy world of one of the most popular tabletop roleplaying games. Come play with RA’s expert game masters and story crafters!
Dates: June 1-5; June 29-July 2; Aug. 3-7
Ages: 10 -17
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Various locations
Registration Deadline: July 30
Cost: $329-$644
Phone Number: (303) 786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
RENAISSANCE ADVENTURES – KNIGHT TEEN LEADERSHIP
The Knight Leadership offering at Renaissance Adventures is a unique training program where Knight Leaders assist the Quest Leaders and children to help with activities, challenges, storytelling and plot dynamics. In turn, our staff mentor the teens as they develop their leadership skills.
Dates: May 26 - August 14
Ages: 14 - 17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Various locations
Registration Deadline: May 15
Cost: Varies
Phone Number: (303) 786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
RMC YOUTH CAMPS
GLACIER VIEW RANCH
We have the Newest High Ropes Challenge Course in Boulder County! Plus Horseback Riding/ Horsemanship, Archery, Canoeing, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Stand Up Paddle boarding, Swimming, Team Sports, Disc Golf, Arts & Crafts, Drama, Baking, Interactive Nature Center, Mountain Biking, Bouldering & more!
Dates: June 14-19 for 8-10 yr olds. June 21-26 for 10-12 yr olds. June 28-July 3 for 11-17 yr olds. July 5-10 for 13-17 yr olds.
Ages: 8-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Ward
Registration Deadline: July 4
Cost: $400-$600
Phone Number: (303) 282-3664
Website: rmcyouth.org/ campsessions
SHINING MOUNTAIN WALDORF SCHOOL –EARLY CHILDHOOD SUMMER CAMP
This classic summer camp offers a nurturing environment for social and emotional growth through play, song, and outdoor discovery. Set on a stunning 12-acre campus, children
ages 3 to 6 enjoy a magical summer of baking, storytelling, and splashing in nature—the way childhood was meant to be
Dates: Week 1: June 8-12;
Week 2: June 15-19;
Week 3: June 22-26; Week 4: June 29-July 3; Week 5: July 6-10; Week 6: July 13-17; Week 7: July 20-24; Week 8: July 27-31; Week 9: Aug. 3-7
From early childhood to high school adventures, Teton Science Schools
Summer Camp immerses your child in outdoor exploration and placebased learning. Whether it’s exploring Grand Teton National Park or engaging in exciting activities in Jackson Hole and Victor, Idaho
Dates: June 15–August
Ages: 3-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Jackson, Wyoming
Registration Deadline: Aug. 15
Cost: $500
Phone Number: (307) 734-3707
Website: tetonscience.org/ summer-camp
THE KIVA CENTER SUMMER SKILLS WORKSHOP
Join us for fun wilderness adventures for kids to discover deep connection through nature-based skills. From exploring the creek, wild crafts & more, each week promises a summer of growth and fun! The programs happen in Lefthand Canyon, ten minutes from Boulder, the perfect backdrop for adventures!
Dates: 6/15/-6/19: Crafted for the Wild; 7/6, 7/8, 7/10: Hidden in Plain Sight: Awareness and Invisibility Skills; 7/20, 7/22, 7/24: Herbal Arts; 7/27-7/31: Wild Water
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: June 13
Cost: Varies, please see website for details
Phone Number: (303) 579-4522
Website: thekivacenter.com/ summerskillsprogram
THORNE NATURE EXPERIENCE SUMMER CAMP
Spend the summer outdoors with hands-on nature camps that build confidence, resilience, and a lasting connection to the natural world Campers explore outdoor and survival skills, plants, wildlife, nature art and music, with plenty of time to explore and imagine. Kids grow better in nature!
Dates: June 1- Aug. 7
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Various Locations
Registration Deadline: Open until filled.
Cost: $560-$590/week
Phone Number: (303) 499-3647
Website: thornenature.org/camp
WATERSHED SCHOOL
SUMMER PROGRAMS
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Camp Month(s): June-July
Website: watershedschool.org
WEE FOLK FOREST KINDERGARTEN
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SUMMER CAMP
Wee Folk Forest Summer Camp is a "rain or shine" nature immersion program with multiple locations in the greater Boulder/Denver area for children ages 2 1/2 to 8. We'll be spending our days exploring our sun-filled forest together, going on adventure walks and building forts
A camp experience blending bunk-style and tent camping. Homecooked and outdoor camping meals. And a wide range of immersive outdoor activities – including hiking, archery, rock climbing and more
Dates: June 15-June 19, Drop off is 8:30 a.m. June 15 and pick up is at 3:30 p.m. June 19
Ages: 10-12
Gender: Female
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Cal-Wood Education Center, Jamestown
Registration Deadline: April 30
Cost: $1,350-$1,800
Phone Number: (303) 398-9191
Website: womenswilderness.org/ youth-programs
WOMEN'S WILDERNESS EXPEDITION HIGH PEAKS & CLIMB
This multi-day expedition blends backcountry travel, outdoor technical skill development, and shared challenge. Participants will hike to new destinations each day, set up camp in different areas, practice advanced wilderness skills, and support one another as a team
Dates: Camp is Monday, July 27 through Saturday August, 1, 2026 Drop off is at 7:00 am on July 27 and pick up is at 3:00 pm on
Venture to the Y’s lakeside mountain day and overnight camp: YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake celebrates exploration, nature education and outdoor recreation. Campers enjoy paddle sports and water play on the lake (giant inflatable obstacle course included!), soar down the zip line, learn archery, create crafts and go climbing, mountain biking and hiking.
Dates: Weekly sessions: June 8 to Aug. 7
Ages: Day camp ages: 7-12; Overnight camp ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp Camp Location: Ward
Registration Deadline: Ongoing Cost: Varies
Phone Number: (303) 664-5455
Website: ymcanoco.org/camptumbleson-lake
SPIRITUAL Camps
HIGHLANDS CAMP & RETREAT CENTER – HIGHLANDS CAMP
Highlands Camp is a week-long, overnight summer camp experience. We
emphasize outdoor skills, connection with nature, free play, adventure activities like rock climbing, archery, canoeing, and hiking, and camp classics like arts and crafts, gaga ball, and campfires in the Rocky Mountains.
Dates:
Session 1 (June 14-19):
4th-6th Camp and 7th-9th Camp;
Session 2 (June 21-26): 9th-12th
Adventure Camp;
Session 3 (July 5-10):
4th-6th Camp with Respite Care and 7th-9th Camp
Session 4 (July 12-14):
3rd-5th Mini Camp
Session 5 (July 15-17): Family Camp
Ages: 8-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Allenspark
Registration Deadline: May 31
Cost: $500-$850
Phone Number: (303) 747-2888
Website: highlandscamp.org/ summercamp
RMC YOUTH CAMPS GLACIER VIEW RANCH
We have the Newest High Ropes Challenge Course in Boulder County! Plus Horseback Riding/ Horsemanship, Archery, Canoeing, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Stand Up Paddle boarding, Swimming, Team Sports, Disc Golf, Arts & Crafts, Drama, Baking, Interactive Nature Center, Mountain Biking, Bouldering & more!
Dates: June 14-19 for 8-10 yr olds
June 21-26 for 10-12 yr olds. June 28-July 3 for 11-17 yr olds. July 5-10 for 13-17 yr olds.
Ages: 8-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Ward
Registration Deadline: July 4
Cost: $400-$600
Phone Number: (303) 282-3664
Website: rmcyouth.org/ campsessionsSpiritual Traditional
SUMMER CAMPS AT APPLE TREE
Summer Camps at Apple Tree
Summer Camps at Apple Tree is for campers ages 3-6! Each week, campers will engage in fun, themed camp weeks such as Color Craze!, Things With Wings, S'Mores and More, Building Brigade, Makin' a Mess, and Cowabunga Summer Camp. Kids will get wet, have fun, and make new friends!
Dates: June 8-11, June 15-18. June 22-25, July 6-9, July 13-16, July 20- 23
Ages: 3-6
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Broomfield
Registration Deadline: Feb. 20
Cost: $50/day
Phone Number: (303) 466-8365
Website: broomfieldumc.org/ summer-camps
Join us for Juniors Rowing at the Boulder Reservoir! Ages 13-18, no experience necessary Spring Season and 2 week Learn to Row Summer Sessions
milehighrowing.org
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPS
GLACIER VIEW RANCH
Glacier View Ranch
We have a new High Ropes Challenge Course! We offer a variety of activities in a spiritually uplifting environment
Horseback riding, swimming in heated a pool, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, arts & crafts, baking, photography, archery, team sports, amazing food & so much more!
Dates: Camp sessions begin June 14. They are Sunday-Friday and run weekly with certain age ranges for each week. The last session is in July 5-10
Gymnastics & ninja for students ages 4 to 12! No gymnastics experience necessary - fun obstacle courses & new themes every day! High flexibility - camps are broken into 10 blocks/week. Stay for an afternoon or all week! Also - GymStar Gymnastics camp Tues p.m. & Princess Camp (ages 4-6) Tues/ Thurs a.m.
Unleash your child’s inner ninja at our action-packed Summer Camp! Campers build strength, agility, and confidence through obstacle courses, games, teamwork, and
skill challenges. Each day blends fun, fitness, and friendship in a safe, high-energy environment. All skill levels welcome!
Dates: May 26-Aug. 18
Ages: 5-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Longmont
Registration Deadline: Aug. 18
Cost: $80-$429
Phone Number: (303) 485-1000
Website: warriorplayground.com
ALEXANDER DAWSON
SCHOOL – DAWSON SUMMER CAMPS
More than 120 full-day camps, including a Counselor in Training (CIT) Leadership Program for ages 14-15. Enjoy sports, arts, baking, dance, writing, science, technology, and more Lunch provided. Daily swimming in our outdoor pool. Before- and after-camp care is also available
Dates: June 1-July 24
Week 1: June 1-5. Week 2: June 8-12
Week 3: June 15-18 (4 days: no camp
6/19), Week 4: June 22-26
No camps the week of July 4th.
Week 5: July 6-10, Week 6: July 13-17
Week 7: July 20-24
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Lafayette
Registration Deadline: Feb.12
Cost: $510-$550/week
Phone Number: (303) 665-6679
Website: dawsonschool.org/ summer/summer-camps
ATHLETIC ADVENTURES ACTIVITY CENTER SUMMER CAMP
Each day your kiddo will enjoy various games, arts and crafts, growth lessons, and
movement activities. In addition, your camper will enjoy tumbling on our Ninja obstacle courses and learning to cartwheel in daily gymnastics lessons. We can’t wait to bring the fun for your child this Summer!
Dates: June 15-19, June 22-26, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, Aug. 3-7, Aug. 10-14
BOULDER BALLET SCHOOL – FANTASY ADVENTURE SUMMER CAMP
Join us for a week of dance, crafts, and fantasy adventure at The Dairy Arts Center! Campers will dance their own character into life as they collaborate with their peers to create a magical world full of adventure. Friday family showcase celebrates their creativity. All levels welcome
Dates: June 15-19 Storytime Camp (Ages 3-4); July 27-31 (Ages 5-8); Aug. 3-7 (Ages 5-8)
Ages: 3-8
Gender: Female, Male, Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: May 23
Cost: $400
Phone Number: (303) 443-0028
Website: boulderballet.org/ summer-camps
BOULDER BALLET SCHOOL– STORYTIME DANCE CAMP
Perfect for our youngest movers! This gentle introduction to dance uses beloved stories and imaginative play to teach basic movement skills Preschoolers will explore creative expression in a nurturing, ageappropriate environment.
Dates: June 15-19 (Half Day)
Ages: 3-4
Gender: Female, Male, Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: May 23
Cost: $350
Phone Number: (303) 443-0028
Website: boulderballet.org/ summer-camps
HERETO FLOORYOU
BOULDER LACROSSE SUMMER CAMP AT CU
Boulder Lacrosse Summer at CU Boulder is a great place for beginners to learn about the rules and fundamental skills of lacrosse, while experienced players will learn advanced skills and techniques. Equipment loan is available for new players. Campers receive lunch daily and a camp t-shirt.
Join our German Language Summer Camp for kids ages 6-15! Each week features a fun theme —cooking, STEM, arts, music & theater, sports, day trips — all taught in German! Kids will learn through hands-on activities, improving language skills while having a blast. A summer of fun and learning!
Dates: May 27-Aug. 6
Ages: 6-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: August 3
Cost: Varies, depending on activity
Phone Number: (720) 316-1033
Website: bouldergermanschool. org/summercamps
BOULDER YOUNG EXPLORERS
Join Boulder Young Explorers this summer for on-site programs with outdoor play, crafts, water activities, sports, science, and baking; field-trip-based mobile camps exploring the Front Range; and weekly STEM specialty camps featuring Snapology® and LEGO® focused on design and engineering.
Dates: Ten week-long camps run June 1–August 7, from 8:30 A.M.–4:00 P.M., with before and after-care available. Each week o ers: Jr. Explorers (ages 5–7) traditional camp with weekly themes; Rangers (ages 6–9) focused on sports, games, and nature-based challenges; Voyagers Field Trip Camp (ages 5–11) exploring destinations across the Front Range; and an on-site STEM Specialty Camp (ages 6–10).
Ages: 5-11
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Lafayette
Registration Deadline: August 7
Cost: $500-$540
Phone Number: (720) 837-5387
Website: boulderyoungexplorers.com
CAL-WOOD EDUCATION CENTER – ALPINE TREKKERS
Are you ready for a true nature adventure?
Spend the week on a backpacking trip in the Rocky Mountains, gaining new expeditionary skills and making lifelong friendships. Campers will be hiking 5-10 miles per day, learning about how to go on a backcountry trip, and falling in love with the
Dates: June 14-19, July 19-24
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Jamestown
Registration Deadline: June 1
Cost: $1200
Phone Number: (720) 678-3137
Website: calwood.org/summercamps/alpine-trekkers
CAMP ELEVATE
Camp Elevate in Boulder County: the ultimate summer adventure for ages 6–14! Experience drones, robotics, STEM, sports, teambuilding and mindfulness. Our caring, experienced counselors inspire confidence and friendships in a safe, energetic environment. Join us for hands-on fun and
unforgettable memories!
Dates: June 1-July 24
Ages: 6-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: July 20
Cost: $399
Phone Number: (720) 671-1848
Website: namastem.com/ summer-camp-registration
SC HOO L D A Y OFF CL ASSES SU MM ER CAMPS
Join us on our Boulder farm! Classes and camps are designed for kids ages 5–11. Activities teach children about the source of the food they eat, organic gardening, and the importance of biodiversity and community. Now offering two summer camps: Peace Garden and Goats and Gardens Camp. Visit growinggardens.org/peacegarden
Inspiring, Affordable Youth Theater for Longmont, Erie and Weld County.
We believe theater is for everyone. Our inclusive approach celebrates the unique talents and authentic character of every student who walks through our doors.
See website for details and upcoming productions: ShoeStringPlayerserie.com Phone: 303 - 817- 8523
FRONT RANGE ANGLERS – KIDS CAMP
We are excited to o er the perfect fly fishing camp for your child. Hosted on local Boulder waters, this co-ed kids’ camp will build a foundation for a lifetime of learning about fly fishing and appreciation for the outdoors. Safety and a quality fishing experience is our No. 1 goal.
Website: girlsrugby.org/colorado Join Us on the Farm!
Dates: June 8-12, June 22-26, July 13-17, July 20-24
Ages: 8-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: July 19
Cost: $675-$795
Phone Number: (303) 494-1375
Website: frontrangeanglers.com
GIRLS RUGBY, INC. –GIRLS FLAG RUGBY SPRING SEASON
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Various Locations
Camp Month(s): April-May
GLACIER VIEW RANCH
Glacier View Ranch
We have a new High Ropes Challenge Course! We offer a variety of activities in a spiritually uplifting environment Horseback riding, swimming in heated a pool, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, arts & crafts, baking, photography, archery, team sports, amazing food & so much more!
Dates: Camp sessions begin June 14. They are Sunday-Friday and run weekly with certain age ranges for each week. The last session is in July 5-10
Ages: 8-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Ward
Registration Deadline: June 7
Cost: $400-$600
Phone Number: (303) 282-3664
Website: rmcyouth.org/ campsessions
GOT GAME SUMMER CAMP
Got Game Summer Camp is NOT your average summer camp! Campers are grouped by age and choose their daily activities from highenergy sports and imaginative games to creative, collaborative projects. Take advantage of flexible scheduling and early bird and sibling discounts. At Got Game, We Speak Kid!
Holy Family’s Youth Summer Camps offer kids a fun, energetic way to learn sports fundamentals from our outstanding coaches and studentathletes. Build skills, confidence, and teamwork while experiencing the winning tradition, spirit, and high character that define Holy Family athletics.
Dates: June 2026
Ages: 6-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Broomfield
Registration Deadline: June 23
Cost: $75-$300
Phone Number: (303) 410-1411
Website: holyfamilyhs.com/athletics
MILE HIGH ROWING LEARN TO ROW
Ever wanted to learn to row? Summer is the perfect season to give it a try New athletes welcome! No experience necessary. Learn from our experienced coaches. Multiple sessions offered throughout the summer at the Boulder Reservoir and Cherry Creek Reservoir
Dates: One and two-week sessions, June-August.
Ages: 13-18
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: July 31
Cost: See website
Phone Number: (303) 946-0369
Website: milehighrowing.org
MOUNTAIN RANCH – GYMNASTS FOCUS
Gymnast Focus Camp is perfect for high energy campers who love tumbling and trampoline work. Campers enjoy extra time building strength, balance and confidence while still participating in all our favorite camp activities for a well rounded, fun filled week.
Dates: June 1- Aug. 7, Weekly Sessions, 5 Day weeks
Ages: 12-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Gold Hill, Boulder
Registration Deadline: Aug. 2
Cost: $814
Phone Number: (303) 442-4557
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
MOUNTAIN RANCH MOUNTAINBOARDERS FOCUS
Mountainboarders
Focus Camp is for campers who live to shred and want more time ripping the gnar Campers enjoy extended sessions at the mountainboarding range with extra instruction, skill-building, and progression, all while still taking part in our other fun camp activities
Dates: June 1- Aug. 7
Weekly Sessions, 5 Day Weeks
Ages: 12-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Gold Hill, Boulder
Registration Deadline: August 2
Cost: $814
Phone Number: (303) 442-4557
Web: coloradomountainranch.com
RMC YOUTH CAMPS GLACIER VIEW RANCH
We have the newest high ropes challenge course in boulder county! Plus horseback riding/ horsemanship, archery, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, stand up paddle boarding, swimming, team sports, disc golf, arts & crafts, drama, baking, interactive nature center, mountain biking, bouldering & more!
Dates: June 14-19 (Ages 8-10); June 21-26 (Ages 10-12); June 28-July 3 (Ages 11-17); July 5-10 (Ages 13-17)
Square State Skate offers everything from mobile Full Day
Skateboard Camps to Overnight Skate
Camping Trips in addition to non-mobile Half Day Camps and morning Lesson Programs at our indoor skatepark in Boulder in addition to outdoor parks through our municipal and school district
partners.
Dates: Weekly, May 25-Aug. 14.
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Various Locations
Registration Deadline: Aug. 4
Cost: $65-$899
Phone Number: (720) 441-4047
Website: squarestateskate.com
SUPERHUMAN ACADEMY
PARKOUR SUMMER
CAMPS 2026
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Camp Month(s): June-August
Website: shmovement.com/ boulder-summer-camps
YMCA SPORTOPIA CAMP
YMCA Sportopia Camp is an action-packed mix of sports and games that will keep your child moving and connecting with teammates. From flag football to soccer, basketball to kickball, your young athlete will learn the fundamentals of a variety of sports. Register by March 13 and save!
Dates: June 1-5, July 6-10, July 2731; 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
Ages: 5-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Lafayette Y
Registration Deadline: Wednesday before the session begins
Join our German Language Summer Camp for kids ages 6-15! Each week features a fun theme —cooking, STEM, arts, music & theater, sports, day trips — all taught in German! Kids will learn through hands-on activities, improving language skills while having a blast. A summer of fun and learning!
Dates: May 27th - August 6th
Ages: 6-15
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: August 3
Cost: Varies, depending on activity
Phone Number: (720) 316-1033
Website: bouldergermanschool. org/summercamps
BOULDER YOUNG EXPLORERS
Join Boulder Young Explorers this summer for on-site programs with outdoor play, crafts, water activities, sports, science, and baking;
field-trip-based mobile camps exploring the Front Range; and weekly STEM specialty camps featuring Snapology® and LEGO® focused on design and engineering.
Dates: Ten week-long camps run June 1–August 7, from 8:30 A.M.–4:00 P.M., with before and after-care available. Each week offers: Jr. Explorers (ages 5–7) traditional camp with weekly themes; Rangers (ages 6–9) focused on sports, games, and nature-based challenges; Voyagers Field Trip Camp (ages 5–11) exploring destinations across the Front Range; and an on-site STEM Specialty Camp (ages 6–10).
Ages: 5-11
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Lafayette
Registration Deadline: August 7
Cost: $500-$540
Phone Number: (720) 837-5387
Website: boulderyoungexplorers.com
CAL-WOOD EDUCATION CENTER CAMP CAL-WOOD
Dive into a mountain adventure filled with hiking, games, and creativity! Each day bursts with new activities, and nights around the campfire bring stories and songs under starlit skies. Perfect for young explorers ready to make friends and memories that will last a lifetime
Dates: June 14-19; July 19-24
Ages: 9-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Jamestown
Registration Deadline: June 13
Cost: $1,200
Phone Number: (720) 678-3137
Website: calwood.org/summercamps/camp-cal-wood-1
CAL-WOOD EDUCATION CENTER MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPS
Fun summer options for every level of explorer
Our middle school sleepaway camps are filled with hiking, fishing, archery, rock climbing, games, crafts and of course, S'mores! Campers will leave with a deepened love of the outdoors, friendships to last a lifetime and a smile from ear to ear
Dates: June 14-19, June 21-26, July 5-10, July 12-17, July 19-24
Ages: 11-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Jamestown
Registration Deadline: June 1
Cost: $1200
Phone Number: (720) 678-3137
Web: calwood.org/summer-camps
CAL-WOOD EDUCATION CENTER – SUNNY DAYS
Meet us in Boulder where we will drive campers up to CalWood for a day full of hiking, playing games, crafting and enjoying the beautiful mountains. Campers will get to do one overnight on Thursday night. The perfect intro to summer camp!
Camp Elevate in Boulder County: the ultimate summer adventure for ages 6 to 14! Experience drones, robotics, STEM, sports, teambuilding and mindfulness. Our caring, experienced counselors inspire confidence and friendships in a safe, energetic environment.
Dates: June 1-July 24
Ages: 6-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: July 20
Cost: $399
Phone Number: (720) 671-1848
Website: namastem.com/summercamp-registration
CAMP GRANITE LAKE
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Golden
Camp Month(s): June-August
Website: campgranitelake.com
FRIENDS SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
From preschool backyard camp to classes in science, baking, STEM, art and sports, Friends School
o ers one of the most popular summer programs in Boulder for students ages 3 to 12 years. Full and half day options . Lunch included for full day campers. Shirts for all campers.
Galileo is bringing incredible learning & big summer camp fun to your community! K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun at 9 Denver & Boulder locations. Weekly sessions. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. day, optional extended care.
Make this the summer she does it all. Shoot her first bullseye with a bow, saddle up on a horse, and make an inside joke with a new friend. Whether this summer is all about adventure, or she's looking to chill out, Girl Scout camp is the place for her!
Dates: Multiple sessions, June 7-July 29.
Ages: 7-17
Gender: Female
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Various Locations
Registration Deadline: May 15
Cost: $170-$1,740
Phone Number: (877) 404-5708
Website: camp. girlscoutsofcolorado.org
GLACIER VIEW RANCH
Glacier View Ranch
We have a new High Ropes Challenge Course! We offer a variety of activities in a spiritually uplifting environment Horseback riding, swimming in heated a pool, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, arts & crafts, baking, photography, archery, team sports, amazing food & so much more!
Dates: Camp sessions begin June 14. They are Sunday-Friday and run weekly with certain age ranges for each week. The last session is in July 5-10
Ages: 8-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Ward
Registration Deadline: June 7
Cost: $400-$600
Phone Number: (303) 282-3664
Website: rmcyouth.org/ campsessions
GOT GAME SUMMER CAMP
Got Game Summer Camp is NOT your average summer camp! Campers are grouped by age and choose their daily activities from highenergy sports and imaginative games to creative, collaborative projects. Take advantage of flexible scheduling and early bird and sibling discounts. At Got Game, We Speak Kid!
Highlands Camp is a week-long, overnight summer camp experience. We emphasize outdoor skills, connection with nature, free play, adventure activities like rock climbing, archery, canoeing, &
hiking, and camp classics like arts & crafts, gaga ball, and campfires in the Rocky Mountains.
Dates: Session 1 (June 14-19): 4th-6th Camp and 7th-9th Camp; Session 2 (June 21-26): 9th-12th Adventure Camp; Session 3 (July 5-10): 4th-6th Camp with Respite Care and 7th-9th Camp
Session 4 (July 12-14): 3rd-5th Mini Camp
Session 5 (July 15-17): Family Camp
Ages: 8-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Allenspark
Registration Deadline: May 31
Cost: $500-$850
Phone Number: (303) 747-2888
Website: highlandscamp.org/ summercamp
MAPLETON
MONTESSORI SCHOOL
SUMMER CAMPS
Mapleton Montessori offers an exciting, fun and challenging summer program, which includes swim lessons, climbing at Movement Gym, creative movement, Spanish, art projects, nature walks, a weekly clay class, and more. We also spend time in our beautiful classrooms and on our very cool playground!
Dates: Camp 1: June 1-12
Camp 2: June 15-26
Camp 3: June 29 - July 10
Camp 4: July 13-24
Camp 5: July 27 - August 7
Ages: 2 ½ - 6 years old
Gender: Female
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: May 1
Cost: $750-$1190/camp depending on schedule (A.M., full day, full day w/ aftercare)
Phone Number: (303) 449-4499
Website: mapletonmontessori.org
MOUNTAIN RANCH
Voted Boulder’s No 1 Day Camp! Horseback riding, Arts & Crafts, Archery, Mountainboarding, Yoga, Gymnastics, Team-building, Outdoor Skills, Drama, Games & Fun Galore! Legendary Overnight is back for rising 4th graders or older and new this year the ‘Undernight’ for our Campers in rising 1-3rd grades
Dates: June 1- Aug. 7
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Gold Hill, Boulder
Registration Deadline: August 2
Cost: $752
Phone Number: (303) 442-4557
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
ROCKY MOUNTAIN DAY CAMP
Rocky Mountain Day Camp, a premier summer program in Boulder County, offers a fun, flexible, and enriching experience for campers with activities ranging from outdoor adventures to creative arts. Known for its welcoming environment and highly trained staff, RMDC makes
summer memorable for both campe
Dates: May 26- July 24
Ages: 4-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Various Locations across Boulder County
Registration Deadline: July 10
Cost: $480-$600/week
Phone Number: (303) 495-5204
Website: rockymtndaycamp.com
SPORTING S7V7NS SUMMER CAMPS
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Various Locations
Camp Month(s): June-July
Website: sportings7v7ns.com
STEVE & KATE'S CAMP
Campers choose from a variety of activities in real-time, including sewing, coding, maker crafts, sports & more! Buy any number of days to use at any time. Unused days are automatically refunded at summer’s end. Est. 1980. Lunch, snacks and all hours (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.) included.
YMCA Camp Noco allows campers to unplug, go on weekly adventures and make tons of friends.
Activities include crafts, nature activities, archery, gaga ball, field trips, games, swimming and more Part-time options now available Register by March 13 and save!
Dates: Weekly sessions: May 26Aug. 7; 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily
Ages: 5-12
Gender: Coeducational Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder Y, Lafayette Y, Longmont Y, Red Hawk Elementary in Erie, Johnstown Y, Broomfield, Loveland and Berthoud.
Registration Deadline: Wednesday before the session begins.
Kindercamp is based on our traditional day camp experience –but designed for younger kiddos. Little campers get creative, embrace their inner adventurer and play, play, play. Weekly activities include STEAM projects, games, swimming, art and active time Part-time options now available Register by March 13 and save!
Dates: Weekly sessions: June 1–Aug. 7
Ages: 3 to 5
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Lafayette, Boulder, Longmont and Johnstown Ys
Registration Deadline: Wednesday before the session begins.
Unleash your child’s inner ninja at our action-packed Summer Camp! Campers build
strength, agility, and confidence through obstacle courses, games, teamwork, and skill challenges. Each day blends fun, fitness, and friendship in a safe, high-energy environment. All skill levels welcome!
Dates: May 26-Aug. 18
Ages: 5-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Longmont
Registration Deadline: Aug. 18
Cost: $80-$429
Phone Number: (303) 485-1000
Website: warriorplayground.com
BLOSSOM
INTERNATIONAL PRESCHOOL – FRENCH IMMERSION SUMMER CAMP
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Camp Month(s): June
Website: blossominternationalpreschool.com
CAMP KIND
Camp Kind is a one-of-a-kind day camp where kids have fun while making a difference. Campers enjoy kindness workshops, hands-on volunteering at local nonprofits, sports, arts and crafts, theme days, field trips, and inflatable fun—building empathy, friendships, and unforgettable summer memories.
Dates: June 8 - July 31
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Westminster
Registration Deadline: July 31
Cost: $400-$450
Phone Number: (720) 608-6099
Website: campkind.org
CAMP TELAPHIBA
For more than 10 years, Camp Telaphiba has been welcoming girls and boys, ages 8 - 18, to Snow Mountain Ranch for an unforgettable summer dance camp experience. At Camp Telaphiba, campers attend dance classes, participate in fun outdoor activities and make friends from all over the world!
Dates: Session 1: July 6-11; Session 2: July 12-17;
Extended Camp Session: July 6-17; Retreat Camp Session: July 6-17
Ages: 8-18
Gender: Coeducational Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Granby
Registration Deadline: June 1
Cost: $2,300-$4,600
Phone Number: (720) 580-2267
Website: camptelaphiba.com
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Located at Congregation Har HaShem
FOOD LAB COOKING CAMP
Food Lab Summer Camps o er hands-on cooking fun where kids explore Asian, Italian, Mediterranean, and baking recipes. Campers cook from scratch, learn real kitchen skills, and build confidence through creativity, teamwork, and delicious food in a supportive, engaging environment.
Dates: June-August
Ages: 5-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Registration Deadline: August 8
Cost: $410
Phone Number: (303) 953-8364
Website: foodlabinc.com
GARDEN TO TABLE & SCHOOL FOOD PROJECT
DIG IN! GARDENING & COOKING
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Boulder
Camp Month(s): June-July
Web: gardentotable.org/garden-camp
GLACIER VIEW RANCH
Glacier View Ranch
We have a new High Ropes Challenge Course! We o er a variety of activities in a spiritually uplifting environment. Horseback riding, swimming in heated a pool, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, arts & crafts, baking, photography, archery, team sports, amazing food & so much more!
Dates: Weekly, June 14-July 10 (Sunday-Friday) Certain age ranges for each week.
Heritage Camps for Adoptive Families (HCAF) o ers camps in where adoptees and their families come together to explore culture, build identity, and find belonging. Through community, education and connection, HCAF supports adoptees from childhood through adulthood & those who love them.
Enjoy a unique blend of educational activities and play time with furry friends!
Dates: June-July
Ages: 7-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp
Camp Location: Longmont
Registration Deadline: March 3
Cost: $250-$300
Phone Number: (303) 742-1232
Website: longmonthumane.org
PERRY-MANSFIELD PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL AND CAMP
Experience a summer like no other at PerryMansfield! We o er day camps and overnight intensives in dance, theater, production design, equestrian, and circus arts. From world-class training to creative discovery, join us for an unforgettable performing arts experience you won’t want to miss!
Dates: May 24-Aug. 15
Ages: 6-22
Gender: Female, Male, Coeducational
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Steamboat Springs
Registration Deadline: May 30
Cost: $475-$7,000
Phone Number: (970) 879-7125
Website: perry-mansfield.org
RMC YOUTH CAMPS GLACIER VIEW RANCH
The newest high ropes challenge course in Boulder County! Plus horseback riding/ horsemanship, archery, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, stand up paddle boarding, swimming, team sports, disc golf, arts & crafts, drama, baking, interactive nature center, mountain biking, bouldering & more!
Dates: June 14-19 (Ages 8-10); June 21-26 (Ages 10-12); June 28-July 3
(Ages 11-17), July 5-10 (Ages 13-17)
Ages: 8-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Ward
Registration Deadline: July 4
Cost: $400-$600
Phone Number: (303) 282-3664
Web: rmcyouth.org/campsessions
SQUARE STATE SKATE
Square State Skate o ers everything from mobile Full Day Skateboard Camps to Overnight Skate Camping Trips in addition to non-mobile Half Day Camps and morning Lesson Programs at our indoor skatepark in Boulder in addition to outdoor parks through our municipal and school district partners.
Dates: Weekly, May 25-Aug 14.
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: Day Camp, Overnight Camp
Camp Location: Various Locations
Registration Deadline: August 4
Cost: $65-$899
Phone Number: (720) 441-4047
Website: squarestateskate.com
THE CATAMOUNTS CAMP CATAMOUNTS
Led by The Catamounts' professional theatre artists, with guest artists, campers will create and perform as they explore through their creativity with songwriting, theater games,
storytelling, dance and cooking! The end product will be an all-original production with a meal served to the audience.
A rain-or-shine outdoor forest program inspired by Scandavian and German Waldkindergartens that includes free play, group play, music, storytelling, and plenty of time to explore the sun-filled forest!
For Curious Children Ages 2.5 to 6 (Potty-Trained) and Ages 4 to 8 (Owl Creek)
Weekly, May 26 to August 7, 2026
Flexible Scheduling: Mornings, Afternoons, or Full Days
The Valley, East Boulder Starhouse, Boulder Owl Creek, Lafayette
WeeFolkForestKindergarten.com/Summer-Camp Enrollment Open Now!
THE KIVA CENTER SUMMER SKILLS WORKSHOP
Join us for fun wilderness adventures for kids to discover deep connection through nature-based skills. From exploring the creek, wild crafts & more, each week promises a summer of growth and fun! The programs happen in Lefthand Canyon, ten minutes from Boulder, the perfect backdrop for adventures!
Dates: 6/15/-6/19: Crafted for the Wild; 7/6, 7/8, 7/10: Hidden in Plain Sight: Awareness and Invisibility Skills; 7/20, 7/22, 7/24: Herbal Arts; 7/27-7/31: Wild Water
Nature Detectives: early science through exploration
July 6th-17th
Forest Studio: art and creative expression
July 20th-24th
Tiny Tinkerers: engineering in nature
All Camps are Monday-Friday 9am-2pm $425/wk
August 3rd-14th
Garden Grove: caring for animals, plants, and land
Discover the wonders of the great outdoors at our nature-based summer camp! Designed for adventurous spirits, our camp offers a unique opportunity for children to connect with nature while engaging in fun and educational activities
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