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InYMCAofNorthernColoradoSummerCamps,campersfindfun andfriendship,asenseofwonderandasparkofjoy.Withavariety ofdaycampsthroughoutNorthernColorado,Ycampersdevelop skills,self-confidence,newfriendshipsandasenseofbelonging— growingmoreself-assuredinasafeandnurturingenvironment.
BoulderCountyDayCamps:
YMCACampNoco: TraditionaldaycampforK-6th
Kindercamp: Traditionaldaycampforages3-6
CampElks: Outdoor,naturefocused
STEAMrollers: STEAM-focused
YRidersCyclingCamps: Forcyclistsofallabilities
SportsClinics: Half-dayoptionsforsportslovers.Choose AM/PMorboth!
NEW!EsportsClinic: Tryournewhalf-dayEsportsClinic
YMCACampSantaMariaisatraditionalsleepawaycamplocated nearBaileyforchildrenages6-17.CheckoutourOutdoorAdventure Camps,TeenExpeditionCampsandLeaderinTrainingprograms. ymcacampsantamaria.org
Findacampatymcanoco.org/summer-camps
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Whenschoolletsout,the learningcontinuesthroughout BoulderCountyandbeyond withsummercampsoffering enrichingprogramsforkidsandteens.The fieldtrips,funthemesandevensomeslime inthenameofsciencearewhatmakes summercampsofun,butthethoughtful programmingatregionalschoolsalsoallows
forlotsoflearningandskill-building,which complementstheeducationalprocess.
AtFlagstaffAcademyinLongmont,for instance,camperscanharvestfruitsand veggiesatanon-sitegreenhouseandgarden. OveratShiningMountainWaldorfSchool, kidscanlearncirqueskillslikejuggling andacrobatics.AtBixbySchool,alsoin Boulder,open-endedplayallowsforguided activitiesbasedonkids’interests,whether that’scoveringatablewithpaperandletting campersgowildwithpaintorlettingkidsrun
aroundoutsidewithbubblewands.
BixbySchoolalsohasanon-siteswimming pool.AndatFriendsSchool,campsare brokenupbyinterest—coveringscience, artandarchitecture,sportsandgames.
Summercampscomewithawholeslate ofbenefits,allowingchildrentodevelopand honesocialskills,enjoythegreatoutdoors, learnnewskillsandtrynewsports.Bythe endofthesummer,there’sagoodchanceyour camperwillhavepickedupanewhobby, whetherthat’saninterestinetymologyafter
somebug-huntingsessionsorunicyclingor cakedecorating.
Plus,muchoftheactivitiestakeplaceinthe greatoutdoors.
Outdoorplayisthecornerstoneofearly childcampprogramsatShiningMountain WaldorfSchool,saystheschool’spedagogical directorLoriKran,PhD, “Playingandtimeinnatureisfundamental toayoungchild’ssocial,emotional, intellectualandphysicalhealthand wellbeing,”Kransays.
LocatednexttothefoothillsofNorth Boulder,childrenarefreetoexplore,discover andfindjoyinplayingwithfriendsonthe 12-acrecampusthathasacreekrunning throughforwaterplay,shesays.
ShiningMountainWaldorfSchoolalso hascircuscampscoveringthefundamentals forrisingfirstthroughfifthgradersandan advancedcircusforthoseinsixthgradeand up.
“Circusartstapintoastudent'sathletics skills,showpersonship,andcreativetheatrical skills,”Kransays.“Thisuniqueoffering providesabalanced—nopunintended! —opportunityforallskilllevelstolearn somethingnewaboutthemselves.”
Inlowerandmiddleschoolathletic
camps,programsaredesignedtoimprove teamwork,leadershipanddedicationwhile buildingconnectionswithfriends,Kran says.AndinHandworkandCrafting(called handworkinWaldorf),theprojectsstrengthen concentrationandhand-eyecoordination.
“Handworkcanalsohelpenhancemath skillsthroughcountingrowsandstitches, measuringoutpatterns,andcreatingthreedimensionalitems,”shesays.Childrenlearn tocorrecttheirmistakes,valuehardworkand developpatience.”
AtFlagstaffAcademy,campersaregrouped byageandtheacademyoffersseveralcamps. YoungercampersingradesK-4aretaken onthreetofourfieldtripsperweek,with walkingtripstoDairyQueenforatourof theshopandsundae-building,plusoutingsto adventureparks,trampolinecentersandmore.
“Whennotonfieldtrips,wehaveon-site activitiessuchasbikeandscooterdays,water playattheschool,science,cooking,artsand crafts,harvestingfruitsandveggiesinour on-sitegreenhouseandgarden,”saysJeanna Peppler,thesummercampdirector.Flagstaff alsobringsinvendorslikeCrackpotspottery studio.
Olderteencampersreceiveseasonpassesto ElitchGardensAmusementandWaterParks
aspartoftheirsummercampregistrations. Whennotatthethemepark,thecamptakes itsteencamperstoareapools,skatingrinks, andtrampolineandadventureparks.
“Oursummercampkeepsthecampers extremelybusyandengaged,”Pepplersays. “InallofthefeedbackIhavereceivedfrom familiesandcampersovertheyears,the predominantthemeisthattheylovethatno twodaysarethesameandwedon'tjuststay on-sitebecauseit'seasier.Ifweareonsite,we jumpfromactivitytoactivity,andoffsitewe areusingourbrainsandbodiesallday.”
Flagstaffalsooffersweek-longspecialty campsinconjunctionwithtraditional summercamps.Pastexamplesinclude“The ArtofCooking,”“MinecraftCo-Op,”“Epic Science,”“LegoMindstorms,”and“Cake Decorating.”Eachsummerhasatheme atFlagstaff,too.Thisyear’sisallabout exploration;lastyear’swasmagic,andthe campbroughtinmagicianstoperform.
BixbySchooloffersbothapreschooland elementaryageddaycamp,servingcampers aged2andahalfthroughrising6thgraders.
“Someuniquebenefitsincludeweoffer achef-preparedluncheveryday,wehavea swimmingpoolonsite,andthereareweekly fieldtripsscheduledforourElementaryAged DayCamp,”saysHannahWickenheiser, directorofauxiliaryprogramsandstudent supportteammember.“Ourcampusalsosits on3-acreswhichprovidesamplespaceforour camperstospendmostoftheirdayoutside”
In2023,BixbySchoolwillconsistentlyoffer afieldtripeveryweekofcampandfivedaysof swimmingforourelementary-agedcampers.
“Personally,myfavoriteprogramiswhenwe makes'moresinoursolaroven,”Wickenheiser says.“It'ssofuntoseethecampersengagein thisprojectandtherewardsaredelicious.” FriendsSchoolalsoofferspopularsummer camps,withprogramsforstudentsages 3to14.Theprogramsspanfromapreschool backyardcamptoclassesintheater,cooking, science,art,sportsandmore.
Forexample,aspartofthescienceprogram, there’sacampon“explosions,slimeand experiments”withhands-onexperiments thatfoam,steamandexplode.Othercamps includeyoga,jewelrymaking,soccer,mini golf,basketball,flagfootball,bugsand butterflies,exploringancientworldsand manymore.
Learnmore:
>ShiningMountainWaldorfSchool’sSummer Camps:shiningmountainwaldorf.org/programs/ summer-camps
>FlagstaffAcademy’sSummerCamps: flagstaffacademy.org/apps/pages/ summer-camps
>BixbySchool’sSummerCamps: bixbyschool.org/programs/summer-camp >FriendsSchool’sSummerPrograms: friendsschoolboulder.org/programs/ summer-programs (Photo:ShiningMountainWaldorfSchool).
Rockclimbinghasboomedasasport forkidsasevidencedbytheamount ofkids’climbinggymsinand aroundBoulderandtheamountof childrenhangingofftheFlatironsanygiven day.Thesportbuildsstrength,balanceand characterandcanfosterinkidsahealthylevel ofconfidenceandindependence.AlSecunda ofBouldersayshisdaughterMiastarted climbingatage3andneverlookedback.
“Ilovehowclimbingletsherinnerkidoutin apositivewayandchallengeshertoproblem solvewithherbody,”hesays.“Climbing instillsconfidenceandempowermentinlittle girls–twobigwins.”
Here’swheretosendyourkidstoclimbing camporlessonsthissummer.
TheSpotoffersfunandengagingclimbing summercamps(age6andolder)inBoulder, Denver,GoldenandLouisville.Theirteam hasbeenworkinghardtocreateinnovative campexperiences,andthissummerthey’re introducingsixuniquethemes,alltailoredto specificagegroups,abilitylevels,andinterests. TheSpotalsohasafter-schoolclimbingclasses forkids,competitiveteams,birthdayparties, andmore.
“Besidesbeinganinsanelyfunwayto keepactive,climbinghassomeamazing anduniquebenefitsforkids,”saysyouth programsmanagerLoganMelton.“Climbing challengeskids'mindsandbodiestowork together.Whenyou'reclimbing,you'renot onlyworkingyourmuscles,butalsoyour mind.Ittestsyourproblem-solvingandgives youimmediatefeedback.Climbingallows
youtomakesmallandachievablegoals.It alsoforcesyoutomoveoutsideyourcomfort zoneandconfrontyourfear.” >Moreinfoat thespotgym.com/kids.
LongmontClimbingCollectiveisrunning summerclimbingcampsforkidsfrom9a.m. toNoononJune5throughAug.11with 3-dayand5-dayoptionsavailable.Campers aresplitintothefollowingagegroups:Kinder (ages4to6),Kids(ages7to9)andTween (ages10to13).
“Kidslovetoclimb!”saysmarketing managerNickCoutu.“Aclimbinggymgives themasafeoutletwheretheycangettheir energyoutwhilealsotryingtoproblemsolve. Climbingisgreatbecauseit'sbothphysically andmentallychallenginginafunway.Age3 isagreatagetostartontheyoungerside,but there'sneverabadtimetostartclimbing.” >Moreinfoatlongmontclimbingcollective. com/kids/summer-camps.
BOULDERROCKCLUB
BoulderRockClubhasgreatsummer climbingoptionsforkids!Single-daycamps arefulloffunwithlotsofclimbinggamesand interactionwithinstructorstolearnclimbing techniqueandclimbingchallenges.Atthe 2-dayand3-daycamps,expertinstructors teachessentialriskmanagementskillsand climbingtechniquesinafun,supportive, andmotivatingenvironment.Eachcampwill
accommodateindividualneedswhilehelping todevelopteamworkandleadershipskills. BRC’scampsareforages4to5,6to12and 12to17.
“Climbingisasocialyetindividualsport,” saysprogrammingmanagerJoshHill.
“Climbersarepushingthemselvestoreach theirgoalsoraccomplishmore,butclimbing initselfisacommunityandculture,much likerunningorcycling.Thatsaid,climbing possessesamixofphysicalandmental challengeeverytimeaparticipantengages.
Climbersworknotonlytohavethestrength andtechniquetoreachthetop,butalsoto solvethesequencesorstep-by-stepprocess neededtoreacheachindividualholdona climb.” >Moreinfoatboulderrockclub.com/ programs/youth/summer-camps.
ABCisreadytohelpyourkidslearntoclimb! Indoorcamps(halforfullday,3-or5-day) includeboulderingandtop-ropeinstruction cateringtoachild’sability.Campersare groupedaccordingtoage(5to14)andability. Outdoorcampsareforfivefulldaysoutside atareassuchasBoulderCanyon,theFlatirons andEldoradoCanyon.Activitiesinclude boulderingandtop-ropinginstruction. Climberswilllearntorappel,placetraditional climbinggear,andbelay(whenappropriate). Ages7andup. >Moreinfoatabckidsboulder. com/camps.
Whatencapsulatesthewonder andjoyfulabandonof childhoodmorethan summertime?And,what’s moreiconicofsummerthanhandsinthedirt, thewarmthofthesun,justgettingplayfulin thegreatoutdoors?Thosemoments–marked byeverythingfromshimmeringenergyto pensivestillness–arethemakingsoflifelong memoriesandawholelotmore.AtGrowing Gardens,aBouldernon-profitwhose missionistoenrichcommunitythrough sustainableurbanagricultureandeducational programming,summerprogramsnurtureon alllevels,fromtheplantsthataretendedto theblossomingkidswhotendthem.
“Kidsarealwaysobservingandlearning fromtheworldaroundthem,”saysMegan Reynoso,GrowingGardensProgramManager.
“Theirnaturalcuriositymakesgardensa perfectplacetolearn,explore,andjustget connected.”
AtGrowingGardens,summercampsoffer studentsages5to11theopportunitytotend gardens,explorethroughartandscience, andenjoymakingtastysnacksfromharvest bounties.ThecaptivatingPeaceGarden programsaredesignedtoreconnectchildren withtheearthwhilefosteringfriendship, confidence,environmentalstewardship,and respectful,peacefulharmony.Throughthese rich,multi-sensoryexperiencessharedwith natureandoneanother,bondsareformed, skillsarebuiltandrefined,andprofound connectionsaremade,withnatureandone another.Here,summerisacelebrationever joyfullyreflectedinthebeamingfacesofits youngcaretakers.
GrowingGardens’Allcampsareheld MondaythroughFridayfrom8:30a.m.to
3:30p.m.attheenchantingBoulderFarm locatedat1630HawthornAve.Variousweeks offerdifferentcentralthemes,includingArt, SurvivalSkills,andSeasonalCuisine;allinvite youthtolearnaboutandcareforplants, explorethroughthelensesofartandscience, andpreparedeliciousbiteswiththebounties theyreap.
Inadditiontopopularsummercamps, GrowingGardensoffersspecialprograms throughouttheschoolyear,includingmonthly AfterSchoolGardenClub,specialSchoolDay Offeventsandfieldtrips.
“Agardenisaspecialplacewhereyou cangetmessy,”Reynososays.“Whena studentcomestothegardenandlearnsthat carrotsgrowunderground,andtheyhavean opportunitytopickupacarrot,washitoff, andtakeabite,it’smagical.”
>Formoreinformation, visitgrowinggardens.org.
Ourhalf-dayminicampspromote developmentofsafeanimalhandlingskills,encourage careerswithanimalsandteach kids7-12yearsoldhowtheycan helpanimalsinourcommunity.
Visitlongmonthumane.org/HumaneEducationformoreinformation
Campsaredesignedtochallengebothbeginnerand experiencedclimbers.Eachcampwillaccommodateindividualneed whilehelpingtodevelopteamworkandleadershipskills.
Curriculumisdesignedtosupportandchallengeeachclimber. Wealsooffercampsinsingle,2,3and5dayofferings.
303.447.2804
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Dance & Crafts Camp
June 20-23 / 4 –7 yr old
June 26-30 / 7-10 yr old
Summer Ballet Classes
June 5 - August 7
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“Kidsarealwaysobserving andlearningfromthe worldaroundthem."
There’snothinglikesummerin Colorado,especiallyforourkids. Here’sabreakdownonsome seriouslyfunactivitiesandcamps ourkidscangetinvolvedin.
ALTITUDEYOUTHULTIMATE
AtAltitudeYouthUltimate,Ultimateisall aboutfunandinclusion.Ultimateisafastmoving,non-contactsportthatcombines elementsoffootball,soccer,andbasketball andisplayedwithaflyingdisc.Campersplay numerousgamestodevelopdiscfundamentals andvalueathleticsportsmanshipover winning-at-all-costs.Campsareco-edand greatfornewandexperiencedplayers.
GAMEON!SPORTSCAMP4GIRLS
GameOn!SportsCamp4GirlsinBoulder providesasafe,funandempoweringsummer campforgirlsofallskilllevelsenteringgrades K-8toexperiencemultiplesportsevery day.Eachdaybringslessonsinteamwork, sportsmanship,andleadershipandhonors spiriteddaycamptraditions.GameOn! SportsCamp4Girlsprovidescustomized, funprogrammingthatteachesbothskills andvalues.
LONGMONTSUMMERDAYCAMP
LongmontRecreationisofferingtwo campexperiences:TheLongmontSummer DayCampforages5to10,andthenew ExpeditionTweendaycampforages11 to12.LongmontSummerDayCampisa traditionaldaycampwithdailyenrollment options,soyoucanpickandpayforonlythe
daysyouneed(BoulderandWeldCounty CCAPareaccepted).Specialthemesadda newtwisteveryweek.ExpeditionTweenis anewseriesofnineweeklongsmall-group adventure-basedcampsthatventureoffsiteto fieldtriplocationsinthearea(swimmingtrips included).
CommunitySailingofColorado’smission istomakesailinginColoradoaccessibleto all,teachingskills,buildingconfidence,and havingfun.ProgramstakeplaceatCherry CreekReservoirandBoulderReservoir. Theyincludeawiderangeofyouthsailing programsforages5to17,atlevelsfromprebeginnertoexpert.Competitiveracingand sailinginstructortrainingarealsoavailable. Windsurfing,standuppaddleboardingand kayakcampsroundouttheirofferings.
Women’sWildernessprogramsconnectgirls andLGBTQ+youthtotheoutdoorsand community.Alllevelsofcomfortwiththe outdoorsarewelcome.Kidscangettheir feetwetwithDiscoverNaturedaycampsor AdventureCarCamping,orsignupfora highpeaksexpedition,whitewaterrafting, flyfishing,andmore.Specializedprograms areofferedforBIPOCmiddleschoolersand just-graduatedhighschoolseniorslookingfor apre-collegecollectiveexpeditionexperience.
BlueMountainRanchisa3rd-generation family-ownedsleepawaycampexperience celebratingits77thyear.Inasupportive family-likeenvironmentsurroundedby PikeNationalForest,camperschoose theirownactivitiesfromalonglistof possibilities(Paddleboarding?HorseCare? ArtsandCrafts?),havingfunwhilegaining independenceandconfidence.Signupfora weekorawholesummer.
TheprogramatRockyMountainDay
Campisbuiltforfun!Campersbuild confidenceandself-esteemthroughawide varietyofactivitiesincludingsports,music, artsandcrafts,andSTEM.Everyactivity isconductedbyexpertstaffinanageand abilityappropriatemanner.Sinceallchildren haveawidearrayofinterests,theprogramis designedsothateverycamperhasarewarding experienceeveryday.
RENAISSANCEADVENTURES
RenaissanceAdventuresoffersauniquecamp experiencethatuseslive-actionroleplayingas afuneducationaltooltodevelopcooperation, teamwork,andcommunication.Exciting challengesarepresentedthatrequiretheplayers toinvestineachother’suniqueperspectives andpowers.Everyindividual,andthecharacter thattheyplay,hasskillsetsandperspectives thatarevitaltotheteamreachingtheirgoals.
COTTONWOODGULCH
CottonwoodGulchExpeditionsoffers summertreksthatbringyouthintothe
outdoors,livingincommunityandexploring theAmericanSouthwest.Twonewtreks forteensareavailablethisyear.TheBlue CornTrekfocusesonfoodsystemsinthe Southwest,divingintofoodhistoryand culture,growing,andcooking.TheQuartz Trekisdesignedasaspaceofsharedidentity forgenderqueerandnonbinaryyouth.
THORNENATUREEXPERIENCE
ThegoalofThorneNatureExperienceisto sparkaloveofnaturethatlastsalifetime.For over60years,kidshavebeenspendingthe summerexploringColorado’swildplacesin thishands-onoutdoordaycamp.They’llcatch critters,splashincreeks,buildforts,create natureart,andmore.Don’tmissThorne’s familyandcommunityprogramsaswell. Thorneoffersfullscholarshipstoevery 1-in-4campers.
YMCAOFNORTHERNCOLORADO
YMCAofNorthernColoradoworkstomake daycampsconvenientforbusyfamilies, offeringavarietyoflocationsandcamp optionsthroughoutnorthernColorado. Traditionalfull-daycampsincludeYMCA CampNocoandKindercamp.Theyhave specialtyfull-andhalf-daycamps,including STEAMrollers,YRiders,SportsandEsports Clinics,andCampElks.YMCACampSanta Maria,atraditionalovernightcampoutsideof Bailey,offersopportunitiesforages6to17.
AtABLEToSail,it’saboutmorethantheUS Sailingnationallyaward-winningcurriculum. Theprogramactivelyteachesself-esteem: instructorsdon’tjusthopetheygetit,they teachit.ABLEtoSailbreaksdownnegative thoughtpatterns,andhelpsyouthrebuild thewaytheythinkinapositiveway–all usingsailingasthefoundation.Featuringtwo LGBTQIA+camps.
Thegrowingpopularityofracket sportsgetsfullcourtpresswhile winningtheheartsandmindsof playersacrossmultiplegenerations —frombabyboomerstoschool-agedkids. GenZ,thelargestgroupofplayerslobsnearly 23percentinparticipation,comparedto millennials,at19percent,accordingtoa 2022reportpublishedbyStatistia.
Whatgiveswiththeresurgenceofracket sports,youask?Paddlesportsliketennis, racquetball,pickleballandpadel(across betweentennisandsquash)bringsout fiercecompetitorsandthegamesentertain spectatorswhoeagerlywatchplayersdance acrossthecourttolobthewinningshot. It’snoexaggerationtosaysportsfanshave
recentlyrekindledtheirloveaffairwithracket sportsinpartfromthepandemic,suggests KendallChitambar,directoroftenniswith RockyMountainTennisCenter.Undoubtedly, it’snocoincidencethatrecentlockdownsand
requiredsocialdistancinghelpedpaddlesports thriveduringatimewhenmostrecreational sportswerebenched.
“Teamsportswereshutdownduringthe pandemicmuchlongerthantennisand pickleball,”Chitambarsaid.“Racketsports naturallyhavemorespacebetweenplayers, with80feetbetweenyouandyouropponent intennis,and40feetinpickleball.”Adding thatit’shalfthedistanceonadoublesteam.
Considerracketsportsasasocialdistancing matchmadeinheaven,giventheCDCsocial distancingguidelinesforCOVID,headded. Afterbeingcoopedupfortoolong,sports enthusiastswereontheprowlforagathering placetohitballsandscorewins—sothey tradedbasketballsandhockeypucksfortennis ballsandrackets.
FAMILIESONTHECOURT
Racketsportsattractfamiliesinterestedin findingnewwaystorecreatetogether— andit’snodifferentthanhowfamiliesuse skitripstoconnect,havefunandstayactive, Chitambarsaid.SchoolPEprogramsexpose kidstotennis,whichusuallyignitestheir parents'loveforthegame.Eventually,the wholefamilyfindscourttimeasacherished waytobond,headded.
“Therearemanyhealthbenefitsintennis. It’sgreatforkidsbecausethefootworkisa goodcrosstrainerforsportslikebasketball, footballandsoccer,”Chitambar.
TOP3PROTENNISTIPS
1.Maintaincontrolofyourselfmentally andemotionally
2.Stayonyourtoesandmoveatalltimes
3.Alwayskeepeyesontheball,atcontact andafterhittingtheball
SUMMERCAMPSBOOSTSKILLS
RockyMountainTennisCenteroffers week-longsummercampsforkidsofall ages.Summercampsbeginthedayafter MemorialDay—throughAug4.Youngsters between4to7yearsoldcantaketheart andtennislessoncombo.Programsforolder kidsprimarilyfocusonskilldevelopment. RegistrationstartsFeb20.
>Visitrmtenniscenter.comor call303.449.5033formoreinfo.
Nurturekids’creativitywithperformingarts
BySarahHuber RaisedintheRockiesodevelopkids’creativityandgetthemmovingthissummer, considertheperformingarts.BoulderCountyisrichinartistic opportunitiesforallages,fromcampsandclassestotheaterand aerialdanceopportunities.
PollyannaDemitro,artisticdirectoroftheBoulderPerforming ArtsCo.,said,“IntheaftermathofCOVIDandinaworldfullofscreens andsocialmedia,morekidsarefacingsocialanxietyandissueswithselfconfidence.Incampwefocusonconnectingwithourstudents,helping
themconnectwiththeirpeersandworking withthemnomattertheiracting,singingor dancingabilitytomakesuretheyarepicking uptheunderlyingpositivetakeaways.”
Benefitsoftheperformingarts,saidBarry Freniere,executivedirectorofRocky MountainTheatreforKids,includeboosts in“confidenceanddiscipline,engagingin self-expressionandimaginativeexploration, overcominganxiety(and)teamwork.”Both theBoulderPerformingArtsCo.andRocky MountainTheatreforKidssummercamps culminateinliveperformances.Demitro
notedthatevencamperswhodon’tdreamof anactingcareerwillfosterlifelongskills,such ascompetenceinpublicspeaking,through theater.
Infact,foryouthwhoenjoyatheater atmospherebutshyawayfromthespotlight, “it’sreallyhelpfultorecognizethatthearts offeramassivearrayofoptionsforhow toengage,”saidMaryWilkie,executive directorofBackStoryTheatre,whichholds springmini-classesandsummercamps. Sheexplained,“Isyourchildinterestedin programming?Setthemupinfrontofa
lightboardandletthemgototownsetting loopedcommandstocontroltheaudience’s engagementwithaplay.Wanttodesign fashionorbeahairstylist?There’sajobfor that.Wanttowrite,improvise,dance,move, pretend,buildsetsorbeagraphicdesigner? There’sajobforthat.”
Danceandmusiccampslikewisenurture confidenceandcreativity.BoulderBallet schooldirectorAndreaBasilesaid,“Danceis aprofoundvehicleforcreativeself-expression andjoyandcanprovidealife-alteringimpact tothosewhoexperienceandengagewithits power.”AllisonStoneofArtisticFusionDance AcademysaidArtisticFusion’scampsaimto improve“notonlyphysicalhealthbutalso mentalhealththroughpositiveencouragement andaccomplishmentswithintheclassroom.”
LauraBurgamy,marketingcoordinator atFrequentFlyersAerialDanceinBoulder, believeshercompany’suniquetakeondanceis anespeciallyfunwaytoencouragemovement. Shesaid,“Ifyourchilddreamsofflying–the amazingfreedom,funandexcitement,Aerial summercampisforthem.AerialDance summercampersbuildstrength,flexibility, balanceandcoordination.”
Asformusic,SchoolofRock,with summercampsinBoulder,Broomfieldand Denver,teacheskids“valuableteamwork andcommunicationskills”alongsidehowto playaninstrument,saidJenniferMoriarta, ownerofSchoolofRockBroomfield.“Many studentscometooursummercampswithno priorexperience,soit’sexcitingtowatchthem learnhowtooperateanamp,orholddowna beatonthedrumsforthefirsttimeorbecome theleadsingerinarockandrollband–allin oneshortweek,”shesaid.
Iffamiliesaredabblingintheartsforthe firsttime,Moriartasaid,“Exploreasmuch oftheperformingartscommunityasyoucan andseewhatyourkidsenjoythemost.There’s somuchtalentandcreativityoutthere,and youneverknowwhatgenreorartformwill inspireayoungperson.”
Basileaddedthatartisticdevelopment oftenblossomsathome:“Dancehasbeena toolforcelebration,ceremony,performing andconnectionformanycenturies.Showing yourchildrenit’sokaytomoveandbeintheir bodieswithoutfearisagreatfirststep.Trya dancepartyinyourkitchentoyourfavorite musictogettheirloveofdancestarted.”
ttendingartisticperformancesmaybeas importantforkidsaspersonallycreatingart. “Connectingwiththeartscanhaveatremendous impact,”saidAmandaGiguere,TheColorado ShakespeareFestival’sdirectorofoutreach.“We arealwaysasking,‘Howdothesewords,whichwerewrittenby apoet400yearsago,connectwithmyexperiencetoday?’And wefindtheyteachusaboutwhatitmeanstobepresent,tobe humanandaboutthepoweroflanguage.”Foryoungpeoplein particular,thetime-testedplaysofWilliamShakespeare“help ustounderstandtheperspectiveofotherpeopleandtodevelop empathyforpeoplewhoaredifferentfromyou,”shesaid. “Thereareallsortsofsocio-emotionallessonsinShakespeare.”
TheColoradoShakespeareFestival,atheatercompany housedattheUniversityofColoradoBoulder,hasbeen presentingShakespeareanandShakespeare-adjacent productionssince1958.Thissummerthefestivalwillfeature threeplaysbyShakespeare,“MuchAdoAboutNothing,” “KingLear,”and“TheWinter’sTale,”aswellas“OneMan, TwoGuvnors”byRichardBean.“MuchAdoAboutNothing” isa“greatchoiceforkids,”Gigueresaid.“There’snothinglike sittingintheoutdoorspace,seeingthetipsoftheFlatirons andhearingliveactorssayingthesewordsthathaveresonated acrosstime.”
>Forticketsormoreinformation,visit:cupresents.org/series/ shakespeare-festival
Exploringyogaandmartialartsthissummercanoffer multipleadvantagesthatwillpayoffnowandinthefuture.
ByJohnTeehan RaisedintheRockiesWhenitcomestohealthyactivities thissummer,yourchildrenhavea lotofchoices,suchasteamsports, hiking,swimming,camping,boatingand muchmore.Whilemanyoftheseactivities combinephysicalhealthwithpersonal growthanddevelopment,yogaandmartial artsprobablydothemostwhenitcomesto encouragingkidsandfamiliestobehealthyin bothbodyandmind.
WhileYogaisknownforitshealthbenefits foradults,itcanalsoprovidenumerous benefitstochildren,suchasbuildingstrength, flexibilityandbalance.Yogaisalsoanexcellent wayforchildrentomanagetheiremotions andreduceanxiety.Itboostsself-esteemand helpsbuildconfidenceandmindfulness.
Aslifelongathletes,outdoorenthusiasts, andparentsofathletickids,TimandNina
SloanofRockyMountainSportsClub havetalkedmuchrecentlyaboutarising disconnectinourculture’sapproachtoathletic accomplishment.Thedrivetoachieveoften displacesthecritical,fundamentalfoundations thatpromotephysicalandmentalwellness. Thistrendcouldeasilyleadtolong-term repercussions.
Theywerereadytooffersomething different.
RockyMountainSportsCluboffersyearroundclassesandprogramsforkids,adults andfamiliestopromotehealthybodiesand minds.Forchildreninparticular,Rocky MountainSportsClubofferskidsyoga, yogaforyoung/competitiveathletes,and self-defensecoursesforpre-teensandteens.
Inadditiontotheirmanykid-focused classes,RockyMountainSportsCluboffers awidevarietyofclassesforallagesand abilities,suchasYoga,SmallGroupFitness, Barre,Zumba,YogaforVeterans,Prenatal &PostpartumYogaGroups&Workshops, andYogaTherapyforParkinson’s&Stroke Recoverypatients. >Formoreinformationonclassesand
workshopsatRockyMountainSportsClub, call720.288.0048orvisittheirwebsiteat rockymountainsportsclub.com.
WARRIORPLAYGROUNDCAMP
Martialartshavebecomeincreasinglypopular worldwideasameansofimprovingphysical fitness,self-defenseskillsandoverallwellbeing.Martialartsprovidenumerousbenefits tochildren,suchasstrength,endurance, agilityandcoordination.Martialartsclasses alsoenhanceconfidence,self-discipline,focus, andworkethic.
TheAwesomeWarriorPlaygroundCamp hasprovidedchildren’sninjaandmovement programmingtotheLongmontareaforthe lasteightyears.
Theiryouthcurriculumwasdeveloped byAmericanNinjaWarriorathleteand facilityOwnerSamBanola,whohasyearsof experienceinthefitnessindustry.Thestaff arehighlytrainedathletesandcoaches,most ofwhomhavecompetedonAmericanNinja Warriorandothernationalninjaandobstacle competitions.
Whetherbrandnewtoninjaobstacle courses,allskilllevelswillhavefun,learn, andprogresstheirabilitylevelthroughout theweek.Tomasterskillssafelyandatan appropriatelevel,campersaregroupedby ageandexperienceandlearnonauthentic, full-scaleninjaobstaclesasseenonpopular televisionshows.Camperswilllearnthe classics,suchasthewarpedwall,salmon ladder,cliffhanger,quadsteps,wingnuts, andmore,anddevelopbalance,body awareness,andagility.
Theprogramalsocoverstrainingsafety, fallingappropriately,andthementalskills offacingchallenges,creatingdisciplineand buildingconfidence.
Campisheldeveryweekofsummer, startingJune5andgoingthroughtoAugust 11,excludingthe4thofJulyweek.The programrunsfrom9a.m.to3:30p.m.,with fiveandthree-dayoptions.Ages5to13are welcome,asarealllevelsofskill.
>TolearnmoreaboutWarrior PlaygroundCamportoregister,visit start.warriorplayground.com/summercamp orcall303.485.1000.
Activitieslikesewing,pottery andcookingallowchildren toexercisetheircreativityand generateprojectstheycanfeel proudof.Checkoutsomeofthe manycreativeartsopportunitiesforkidsin BoulderCounty.
AtBroomfieldUnitedMethodistChurch (UMC),thesummercampscheduleincludes aKidsFineArtsFestivalCampandaCulinary Camp,whichthisyearisthemedaroundthe GreatAmericanBarbecue.“Thisyearthe camperswillbelearninghowtomakepotato saladandcoleslaw,homemadeicecream,and
learnhowtomakehomemadehamburger buns,”saysSaraGodwin,directorofsummer campsatBroomfieldUMC.
“Whilelearninghowtopreparethevarious foods,thecamperswillalsobelearningfun factsaboutthecountryrepresented.”Inthe FineArtsFestivalCamp,childrenwillfocus ontheartisticstylingsofavarietyoffamous artistsincludingYayoiKusama,PabloPicasso, JeffKoons,WassilyKandinsky,andAnsel Adams.“Artcamperslearntoappreciatethat artisallaroundthemandthattherearemany differentwaystodefineart,howtorecognize colorsandshapes,andhowtoexperimentand learnaboutwhichstylesandmaterialspleases them,”saysGodwin.“Theywillbeallowedto usetheirimaginationsandappreciatethattrue
artisn’tdefinedbywhatiswrongorrightbut byhowitmakesonefeel.”
JordanMartindell,ownerofSewBo,hosts weekly,half-daysewingsummercampsfor childrenages7to15.“Sewingprovides anopportunityforkidstointeractwitha machineinacreativewaywhilelearningaskill thatwillservethemforyears,”saysMartindell. “Sewingisalsoincrediblyuniqueasitprovides atruecreativementalbreakforkidsand adults,asitisnearlyimpossibletosewwhile lettingyourmindwander.Kidsmustbe focusedandengagedwithboththeirbodyand mindresultinginamentalfocusthatimproves mentalhealth,confidence,andcreative
expression.”ThemesforSewBo’ssummer campsrangefrom“SewforaSleepover”to “MakeYourOwnClothes”to“GetReadyfor SummerCamp.”
AtStudioArtsBoulder,twosummer campsallowchildrentheopportunityto explorethetactilevisualartofpottery.“In ourhand-buildingcamp,bestsuitedforkids betweentheagesofsixandnine,camperswill learnthebasicsofceramics,andexperiment withbuildingfunctionalpotteryaswellas creativesculpture,”saysmarketingassociate TaylynCarrizal.“Ourwheel-throwingcamp isdesignedforkidsbetweentheagesof eightand16,andisopentoallskilllevels.
Here,camperswillbeabletogrowinwheelthrowing,trimming,andglazing.”
Regardlessofwhichcampyourchildtakes partin,they’llbeexperiencingamultitude ofsocial,emotional,andphysicalwellness benefitsfromartisticengagement.“Selfexpressionthroughhands-onarthelpsfoster personalagencyandemotionalawarenessby allowingkidstomakesomethingtangible, thatistheirownandrepresentstheirunique perspectiveoftheworld,”saysCarrizal.
>Formoreinformationortoregisterfor camps,visitbroomfieldumc.org,sewboco.com, andstudioartsboulder.org.
Whiletraditionalsummercamps havetendedtoofferamore outdoorsybreakaftermonths intheclassroom,anewwave ofacademicandleadershipprogramshave emergedtohelpstudentscarryonthelearning theyreceiveyear-round.
It’sprobablynosurprisethatthehighachievingenvironmentofBoulderCounty anditssurroundingareahasadiverserangeof specialized,educationalprogramming. Here’sasampleofsomeofthebest.
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BOULDERVALLEYSCHOOLDISTRICT BVSDCommunitySchoolsofferstwotypesof one-weeksummercampsfromJune5through July28,bothhostedatfiveBVSDSummer Hublocations.Studentscantakepartineither
half-dayenrichmentcampsputonbyBVSD LifelongLearning,orfull-daycampsoffered fivedaysaweekbyBVSD’sSchoolAgeCare andPreschoolEnrichmentprograms. Themorningorafternoonhalf-daycamps offerbothawidevarietyoftraditionalsports, cooking,artandLegobuildingactivity,aswell asarangeofacademicSTEM-typethemesin science,technology,engineeringandmath, pluscodingandfilmmaking.BVSD’slonger campsincludethreedaysofSTEMactivities, aswellasoutdoorfunandculturalactivities, plustwodaysofexcursionstooff-site entertainmentlocations. >lll.bvsd.org
CU’sScienceDiscoveryisofferingK-12 summercampsandhighschoolclassesfrom June5-Aug.4ontheCUBoulderandCU AnschutzMedicalCampuses.Registration isongoing.Fullandhalf-dayprogramsoffer uniquesummerexperiencesthatcoverawide
rangeofSTEMdisciplinesandcatertoa numberofinterestsandexperiencelevels. Full-dayprogramsprovidefreelunchtime supervision,makingsummerschedulinga breezeforbusyfamilies.Allsummerprograms combineengaging,experientiallearning activitieswithinquiry-basedinstructionto inspireexploration,curiosityandexcitement inkidsofallages.InstructorsincludeCU facultyandgraduatescientistsandfieldexperts thatareenthusiasticandknowledgeableabout theirtopic. >colorado.edu/sciencediscovery
WhileregistrationisongoingforDawson School’seight-weekscheduleoftraditional summersportsandswimcamps,parentswill needtoplanayearaheadtotrytogetaspot fortheDawsonSummerInitiative,afive-week thematic,academicprogramaimedat80upand-coming6thand7thgradestudentsfrom localdistricts,withparticipantscomingfrom morethan30areaschools.
DirectorLisaMichaelsaystheprogram getsabout200applicationsperyearand hasbecomeanin-demandopportunityfor studentsinterestedintopicssuchasclimate change,thedigitalrevolutionandglobal balance,withthetopstudentsalsoinvolved inleadershipsessions.Registrationisopen fromDec.1toFeb.2. >dawsonschool.org/ summer/dawson-summer-initiative
WithlocationsinLongmont,Lovelandand FortCollins,theprivateTutoringExcellence organizationoffersauniquerangeofsummer programsspecificallygearedathelping studentstopracticeandretainwhatthey’ve learnedandalsogetthemontrackforthenext schoolyear.
ThoseincludesessionsforPre-Kand kindergartenstudents,aswellasprogramming forelementary-agedstudents,withafocuson readingskills,grammar,creativewritingand composition,aswellasworkonbothmath andgeneralstudyskills.
TutoringExcellencealsooffershelpful sessionsthatcanhelpstudentswiththe sometimeschallengingtransitionfrom elementaryschooltomiddleschoolor frommiddleschooltohighschool.Those includeorganizationandstudyskills,aswell assuccessfullycopingwiththeincreased workloadfoundinthehighergrades.
There’salsoCollegePrepcoursesandafull rangeofone-on-onetutoringforstudentswith learningdifficultiessuchasdyslexiaorletter recognition,withspecializedsessionsopento studentsfromkindergartentothe12thgrade. >tutoringexcellence.com/summer-tutoring
(FamilyFeatures)Anewyearisaperfecttime toconsiderthehabitsyouwanttokeepand theonesyou’dliketodevelop.Oneresolution toconsiderishelpingyourchildrendevelopa growthmindsetthisyear.
“Weknowoneofthegreatestbooststo parents’confidenceoverthepastyearcame fromknowingtheirchildren’swholeselvesare beingnurtured,andwewanttoseethattrend continue,”saidCarterPetersfromKinderCare LearningCenter’seducationteam.“Agrowth mindsethelpschildrentrynewthingsdespite fearoffailure.It’sthekindofthinkingthat allowsinventorsandcreativethinkerstoget excitedabouttryingsomethingnewand ensurestheyhavethecognitiveflexibility andproblem-solvingskillstoworkthrough hurdles.”
Adultscanofteneasilyspotwhenchildren areengagedincreativethinkingandprideful oftheirwork,butthatconfidencemaybelost asfailuresturnintoinsecurities.Bynurturing agrowthmindsetandshowingchildrenthey canlearnanddevelopnewskillsinanyarea,it bettersetsthemupforlong-termsuccess.
Considerthesethreetipstohelpchildren buildagrowthmindset:
Praiseeffort:It’seasytofallintothehabit ofpraisingsuccesses.However,praisingeffort encourageschildrentotrynewthingswithout
thefearoffailing.Italsoteacheschildren personalgrowthandachievementarepossible, eveniftheiroveralleffortwasn’tasuccess.
“Youngchildrenoftengetexcitedtotry somethingnew,”Peterssaid.“Bypraising effortandshowingchildrenthey’llstillbe lovedandvalueddespitetheoutcome,you canreframehowtheyapproachchallenges andteachthemthatdifficultdoesn’tmean impossible.”
Encouragetheprocess:Peopleoften withholdpraiseuntilthere’saresult,which leadschildrentohurriedlyscribbleapicture toholdupfora“goodjob”insteadof takingtimetofocusontheirefforts.When
childrenknowadultswillencouragethem duringtheprocess,insteadofonlyuponthe achievement,they’remorelikelytotrynew thingsormasteranewskill.Forexample, tryprovidingencouragementsuchas,“I canseeyou’refocusedondrawingthattree. Itlookssolifelikebecauseyou’reputting somuchthoughtintowhatyou’redoing.” Oncetheirprojectisfinished,continuethe encouragementbyhanginguptheirartwork orschoolprojectsinaprominentplace.
Modelagrowthmindset:Youcanmodel agrowthmindsetforchildrenbynarrating youractionswhenyouarefacingachallenge: “Iamhavingadifficulttimeputtingthisshelf together,butit’sOK.I’lltakeabreakthen readtheinstructionsagain.”Removenegative wordsfromyourvocabulary,suchas“Ican’t” or“I’mstupid.”Evenwhenyouarejoking, childrenmaynotbeabletotellthedifference. Youcanalsoaskyourchildrentojoinyouin problem-solving.Taketimetoheartheirideas andtrythemevenifyouthinktheywon’t work.Thisnotonlysupportsthedevelopment oftheirgrowthmindset,butthequalitytime andencouragementreinforcestheirsenseof self-worthandbuildsconfidence.
Achild’sdevelopmentdoesn’tstop overthesummer,especiallyduring criticalyearswhenskillslike socialization,physicaldevelopment andcreativityaretakingroot.
Preschoolersaged3to5haveyettoget intotheroutineofthetypicalschoolyear,but that’snotthereasonwhytheycan’tbenefit fromthetraditionalsummercampmodel. Duringthoseall-importantyearswhen youngchildrenaremakingstridesinsomany developmentalareas,summercampscanoffer avaluablecomplementinmanyways.
Sure,freedomandunstructuredplayhasits valueforpreschoolers,butmoreandmore, parentsanddevelopmentalexpertsalikeare seeingthevalueinprovidingchildrenan opportunitytosocializewithpeers,explorethe outdoorsandtakepartinlearningactivities, allinastructuredenvironmentthatcanpave thewayforfuturesuccessinandoutofthe classroom.ParentsinBoulderCountyhave plentyofoptionswhenitcomestoconnecting theirpreschoolerswithsummercamp environmentsthatcatertothisuniquetimein achild’slife.
Thisincludesresourcesthroughthe BoulderValleySchoolDistrict.BVSD’s menuofsummercampoptionsincludesa PreschoolSummerCampinEisenhower, whichisspecificallygearedatdeveloping foundationalskillsforattendeesaged3to5. Differentscheduleoptionsincludeacamp
thatrunsthreetofivedaysaweekfrom MondaytoFriday,andrangesfrom$265 to$400.AccordingtoBVSDofficials,the preschoolcampincludesastresson“preliteracyandpre-math,alongwithoutsidefun, relationshipbuildingandextendedcreative projects.What’smore,thecampencourages preschoolers’“naturalcuriosity”andstresses problem-solvingskills.
ThelocalYMCAorganization(www. ymcanoco.org)offersarangeofsummer activitiesgearedtowardpreschoolersat facilitiesspreadacrossBoulderCounty, includingBoulder,Lafayette,Johnstownand Longmont.AccordingtoAndraCoberly Webster,spokeswomanfortheYMCAof NorthernColorado,programmingencourages youngattendeestodevelopskillsinaway that’sbothstructuredandfree.
“TheYMCAofNorthernColoradooffers KindercampattheLafayettefacility,aswell asatBoulder’sHeadStartatWoodlands, providingkidsaged3to6withatraditional daycampexperience,”shesaid.“Campers enjoyartsandcrafts,songsandmusic,water gamesandpooltime,sportsandactiveplay andsomuchmore.TheY’sInspirePreschools inLongmontandJohnstownoffersimilar summerprograms.”
TheTLCLearningCenter(learningwithtlc.org)stressesaspecific approachinitsyear-roundapproachtoservingchildren,including thosepreschoolerswhoarelookingforoptionsduringthesummer months.LocatedinLongmont,thenonprofitearlychildhood educationandpediatrictherapycentertakesauniqueapproachto servethespecificneedsofeachchild,anapproachthatrangesfrom speechtherapytohomesessionstocurriculumspecificallygeared towardpreschoolers.
“TLCLearningCenterisayear-round,inclusiveearlylearning andpediatrictherapycenterthathasbeenservingchildrenin NorthernColoradofor67years,”saidTLCspokeswomanAmy FrenchTroy.“Ourclassroomsprepareeverychildforkindergarten throughpositivesocial-emotionaldevelopmentandamulti-sensory approachtoeducation,creatingaholisticenvironmentthatfosters school-readinessandalifelongloveoflearning.”
TreehouseLearning(treehouselearning.com)inLouisvillealso strivestoprovidetailored,meaningfullearningexperiencesto preschoolers,nomatterthespotinthecalendaryear.Theirsummer programsconnectyounglearnerswithawidearrayofexperiences, includingoutdooractivitiesandsocial/emotionallearning experiences.
“Learningdoesn’tstopattheendoftheacademicyear,andour campsuseimmersive,joyfulexperiencesthatbuildsocial-emotional literacyandinvitecomplexphysicalmovementopportunitiesthat supportallacademics,”saidTreehouseOwnerAmyBensonMay.
“Childrenwillbegardeningandgrowingfoodonsite,caringfor chickensandconnectingtothenatural/outdoorworldaround them,inadditiontoarts,music,STEM,movementandcreative challengestobuildimaginations,problem-solveandbuildsocial skills.”
ExploringMindsAcademyinErie(exploringmindsacademy.com) isdedicatedtobuildingpre-academicskills.Whiletheirsummer campprogramsbeginforstudentsaroundtheageof5,their summeroptionsprovideanidealfoundationforattendeesonthe cuspbetweenopenlearningandthejourneythroughaformal academicenvironment.
Alloftheseoptionsareidealfornewlearnerslookingtocreate importantfoundationsintheiracademic,socialandcreativelives, evenduringthesummermonths.
Bytheendofsummer,mostparents can’twaitfortheirkidstogobackto school.WeaskedJenNelson,M.Ed., aCommunityHealthWorkerat MentalHealthPartners,forwaysthatfamilies canmakethemostofsummerwithoutgetting oneachother’snerves.
Nelsonstressedthatit’simportantfor parentstocreatestructure.“Itcanbelooserin thesummer,butthereshouldbesomerhythm tomeetingkids’needs,”shesays.“Kidsneed activetimeandquiettime,andparentsneed tothinkthroughandplanadailyschedule beforetheygettothepointofsaying,‘mykids aredrivingmecrazy.’”
Spendingtimeoutdoorsasmuchas possible,andbeingphysicallyactiveiscrucial formentalhealth.Summeristheperfect seasonforparentstoparticipatewiththeirkids inactivitieslikeswimmingandhiking.It’sa goodtimetolearnanewsporttogethersuch astennis,golf,paddleboarding,oranewskill likephotography.Carcamping,backpacking, andpitchingatentinthebackyardarethe quintessentialexperiencesthatfosterfamily togethernessandcreatelastingmemories.
Limitingscreentimebycreatingacontract forhowmuchtimeachildisallowedtoplay videogames,orbeontheirphoneortablet iskeytonotgettingintoarguments,Nelson says.Havingfamilymeetingsalsohelpsto avoidconflictaroundotherissues.
Planningseveralbigeventsthatkidscan
“Thekeyisfor parentstoenjoy timewiththeir kids.Summerisa goodopportunityto connectandsavorthe moments,toexpand anddeepenthat connection.”
lookforwardtoisagreatwayto breakupthesummerandcreate excitement.Visitingfamilyin adifferentcity,goingonabike trip,orexploringGardenofthe GodsinColoradoSprings,as wellassettingupsocialtimewith friendsatleastonceaweekare someoptions.“Theydon’thave tobeexpensive,”Nelsonsays. “Campinginthebackyardwith friendscanbeaspecialevent.”
“Oneofthethingsthat’sreally importantthatparentsdon’tdo istoletkidsgetbored.When peopleareconstantlyonthego theydon’thavetimetobecreative andintrospective.Allowfor emptytimeeverydaysoit’sup tothekidstocreatesomething new.That’showcreativitycomes about,”Nelsonsays.
“Parentswhoarefeeling overwhelmedcanseekoutother parentsforsupport.Leaningon friends,family,ababysitter,or creatingapodcanhelpyoufind timetospendwithyourpartner orallowtimeforyourself.
“Oneoftheproblemsthat comesupinsummeristhat kidscangetpeskybecausetheir needsarenotbeingmet.Kids,
andparentsalike,requirehealthy habits.Exercise,restfulsleep, andgoodnutritionarenecessary, andparentsshouldmakesure they’reincludingthosethingsfor themselves,”Nelsonsays.
“Thekeyisforparentstoenjoy timewiththeirkids.Summerisa goodopportunitytoconnectand savorthemoments,toexpandand deepenthatconnection.”
>JenNelsonspecializesin supportingchildrenofallages andtheircaregivers.Shehasan M.ED.ineducation,andM.S.in marriageandfamilytherapy.
>MentalHealthPartnersisthe onlyorganizationproviding comprehensivementalhealth servicestoresidentsofBoulder andBroomfieldcounties regardlessoftheirabilitytopay. Formoreinformationabout anxietyoutreachprogramsfor teensandchildren,andone on-on-oneassessmentand counseling,call303.443.8500or visit:mhpcolorado.org/ back-to-school.24/7CrisisLine: 1.844.493.8255.
Accordingtoarecentreportfrom theCentersforDiseaseControl, children’smentalhealthisin crisis.Evenbeforethepandemic disruptedschoolandfamilylife,datashowed thatoneinfivechildrenhadamentalhealth diagnosis—butonly20percentofthosewere receivingtreatment.Morerecently,
Betweengrowingupduringaglobal pandemic,lockdowndrillsatschool,andthe incessantpullofmessagingappsandsocial media,it’snowonderourkids’mentalhealth issuffering.A2022surveyfoundthat15 percentofyouthages12to17reportedat leastonemajordepressiveepisodeintheprior year.Whilenothingcanorshouldreplacethe skilledcareofamentalhealthprofessional, theloveandcompanionshipofafour-legged friendcanbeavaluableformofemotional supportforyourchild.
Researchshowsthatspendingtimewith animalscandecreasestressandanxiety,boost physicalactivityandsocialinteraction,and enhancemoodandself-esteem.Andifthat’s notenough,studieshavealsofoundthat caringforanimalscanhelpdevelopempathy, kindness,andaccountability.
Spendingtimewithanimalsmeansbeing inajudgment-freezonewherekidscanjust bethemselves,explainsLynnMcChesney,the ownerofTripleCreekRanchinLongmont. Horsesinparticular,canhelpgroundus,teach characterbuilding,andareoverall“agreat mentalhealthbooster,”shesays.“Moreover, theactivitiesinvolvedincaringforahorse— grooming,heftingbucketsandsaddles, cleaningstalls—canmakeforagreatbody/ mindworkoutforkids.”Ifyoucan’tcommit
toadoptingapetorbeingaroundanimalson aregularbasis,that’sokay.“Believeitornot, oneinteractioncanmakeadifference,”says McChesney.
Ifyou’reinterestedingivingyourchild achancetospendtimewithanimalsona regularbasisthissummer,thereareseveral localresourcesworthexploring.TripleCreek RanchinLongmontofferssummercamp programmingthatgivescampersthechance tonotonlylearntoridebutalsotolearnskills includingresponsibility,kindness,andselfdiscipline,throughtaskslikehorsechoresand grooming.
“Learningto–andenjoyingthethrill of–ridingahorseisaspectacularwayto engagechildrenintheworldawayfromtheir
bedroomortelevisionscreen.Plus,being immersedinthegreatoutdoorsbringsthem backtotheircenter,”saysMcChesney. Forkidswhoareinterestedinsmallerfurry friends,theLongmontHumaneSocietyoffers summercampsbothinpersonandonline toteachkidsages7-12howtosafelyhandle animals,encourageanimal-relatedcareers, andshowthemhowtohelpanimalsinthe community.
FormoreinformationaboutTripleCreek Ranch,includingdetailsonbothsummer campsandlessons,visittriplecreek-ranch.com. FordetailsonLongmontHumane Society’schildren’sprogramming, visitlongmonthumane.org/programs/ humane-education.
“Narayani:TheUnicornofNepal,”which cameoutayearlater,isaboutayoungrhino princessnamedNarayaniwhomeetsSissy Sallyafterariverfloodandhelpshersave animalsinNepalandaroundtheworld.
Johnson’sfourthbook,“IAmKatie,”will comeoutthissummertotellthestoryof Adamson’spassingonherpassiontothenext generationworldwide.
“TranslatedinSpanish,Nepaleseand Swahili,it’sgoingtobeaneatcultural immersionforkids,”Johnsonsaid.
ByShelleyWidhalm RaisedintheRockiesOnedozenendangeredanimals poppedoutofachildren’sbook ontoavehiclewrapandare gettingquitetheride.
Theanimalsarecharactersin“ZOOdiac Kids”andpeekoutofwindowsandride thetopandsidesofa2022KiaNiroEV. The100%electricvehiclewasdonatedin partnershipwithPeakKiainLittletonin April2022.
CalledGrover,theEV’sjobisto marketandbringawarenessoftheglobal conservationandsustainabilityworkof theKatieAdamsonConservationFund,a Denver-basednonprofitthatprovideswildlife protectionandconservationtraining,teaches atschools,createsfundraisersandgives speakerpresentations.Groverisapartnerto Bert,thenameofco-founderandexecutive directorDaveJohnson’sSubaru,andErnst, thenameofRayLucero’sBMW—healso isaco-founderandassistantdirector.Grover willbemakingappearancesatKACF’sschool
presentationsandevents.
“Thecariswrappedinbirthdayanimals,” Johnsonsaid.“Itgivesawayforchildrento connecttheirbirthdayswithconservation.”
“ZOOdiacKids:TogetherWe’llMakea WorldSavingTeam,”publishedin2015,tells thestoriesofendangeredanimalsforeach monthoftheyearinplaceofzodiacsigns. January’sanimalisapolarbear,February’sa jaguarandMarch’sanorangutan.
Johnson,aDenverpachydermzookeeper, wrote“ZOOdiacKids”andtwootherKACF ConservationBookstohelplaunchKACF, drawingpartnershipsandfollowersworldwide. JohnsonestablishedKACFin2014after losinghismenteeandconservationally,Katie Adamson,tocancer.
“TheKACFisdedicatedtoherpassion forconservation.ShewantedtogotoNepal andshewantedtosavewildlifeandbea zookeeper,”Johnsonsaid.
ThemaincharacterinJohnson’sfirsttwo books,SissySallySassafras,iscompassionate aboutconservationandwantstomake adifference.“TheElephantsofDenver,” publishedin2012,tellshowSissySallyloves animalslikerhinos,penguinsandgiraffes.
KACFoffersallthreebooksforschool andorganizationfundraisers,donating50% ofeachbooksold,whilehelpingsupport endangeredanimals.Thosewhogetinvolved canbecomeRhinoWarriors.
WhenJohnsonretiresinJune,Groverwill betakingroadtripsoverthesummertohelp launch“IAmKatie.”
“Where’sGrover?He’sallover,” Johnsonsaid.
MeetGroverandlearnmoreabout theKateAdamsonConservation Fund,wildlifeprotectionand conservationatthe2023Raised intheRockiesKidsExpo+ SummerCampsFair!
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KidsExpo+SummerCampsFair Sat.,March11,10a.m.to2p.m. BoulderJCC,6007OregAve., Boulder| RaisedintheRockies.com
TheskihillsatShredderSki+ SnowboardSchoolstand12feet talland26feetwide,readyforkids ofallagesandexperiencelevels toconquer.Buttheseskihillsaren’tordinary Coloradowinterscapespaces.Insteadof snow,theyarecoveredinGrassWorx,an astroturfdesignedespeciallyforskiingand snowboarding.It’ssoftanddesignedto interactwithskisandsnowboardstosimulate reallifesnowplay.Insteadofsurviving blastingchillywindsandbulkywinterclothes onbunnyskihills,kidscancometothe Shredderindoorgymstolearnthesewinter sportsthroughsummercampsandclasses offeredacrosstheFrontRange.
MatthewMazza,presidentofColoradobasedShredder,movedtoColoradoin2010 toworkasaskiinstructorinKeystone,Colo. Hewasapproachedbyaformerco-worker andfriendin2019tocomeonboardtohelp withbusinessdevelopmentforShredder,a new(atthetime)indoorskischool.Whenhe wasfirstapproachedaboutthejob,hewasn’t sureifhecouldapplyhisextensivetraditional
skiknowledgetoindoorskispaces.
“SothenIwentandItouredthefacility andIsawsomeclasses,”Mazzasaid.“Really thatfirstexperienceiswhereIwashooked.It
hasthepotentialtochangetheindustryand howweteachkids.”
Mazzadoesn’tseeShredderascompeting withtraditionaloutdoorColoradoskiresorts
Ourprogramsaredesignedforkidsages5-11offeringdropofftimesbeween 8:30am-5:15pm.Childrenlearnandpracticepeace,respect,environmental stewardship,andfriendshipthroughcurriculumthatalignswithNextGeneration ScienceStandardsandincludesart,cooking,reading,andnature-basedactivities.
becausetheirgoalistointroduce youngkidstothesportandinstilla loveofshreddingsnowpowderinto thenextgeneration.
“Ourwholegoalistogivethem thefundamentalsandthebaseline knowledgeofboth[skiingand snowboarding]sothatwecan betterpreparethemtoheadupto themountains,”hesaid.“Weare tryingtocreateamoreinclusive environment...gettingkidsexcited aboutskiinginafunandsafe environmentsothatwhentheydo gotothemountainstheyaren'tas overwhelmed.”
SummercampsatShredder’s sixlocationskickoffMay31and runthroughAug.18.Families canchoosebetweenhalfandfull dayoptions.Inatypicalhalfday sessionkidswillgetamixofgym time,organizedgames,andan optiontodoSTEAMtraining throughSnapologyinadditionto skiingorsnowboardinglessonsin smallergroups.
“Wewilltakeonegrouponto thehillanddoaskiandsnowboard lesson,”Mazzasaid.“Itmightbea freeskiday[or]itmightbemore ofanorganizedlessonfromour curriculum.”
MazzahelpedShredderdevelop aproprietarycurriculumthat alignswiththestandardssetby theProfessionalSkiInstructorsof America,includingtheirguidelines aroundteachingchildren.
Duringclassontheskihill, instructorswillhelpallstudents safelynavigatedownthehill,all whileincreasingintheirskills.
“Weputalittlebitoflubricant ontheskissothattheycanslipand slideappropriately,”hesaid.“Asan instructorwehavealotofcontrol overthespeedoftheskis.”
Aftertheskiorsnowboardlesson atcamp,thefirstgroupoftheday willswitchwiththesecondgroup anddoanorganizedactivitysuchas artsandcrafts,games,ororganized sports.Afterlunch,ifstudentsare stayingforthewholeday,thesame processrepeats,butstudentsare freetoswitchfromsnowboarding toskiing(orvice-versa)ifthey desire.
“Allofourspacesaresuperwarm andinvitingforkids,”Mazzasaid. There’salsomanydifferent pricingandtimecommitment options.Studentscandropinfor justonedayortheycansignup togotoskicampforthewhole summer.Moredaysmeanssteeper discounts.
“Oneofthereallyattractive thingsaboutourcampisyoucan signupforonehalfdayifyouwant toseeifthekidslikeit,”Mazza said.“It’sagreatwayifparentsare onthefenceaboutwhetherthey wanttodoasummercampoption. You'llgetexposuretothesportand thefunopengymplay.”
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June,July
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CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June,July
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BACKSTORYTHEATRE –MAKEBELIEVE &BEYOND
Ouruniqueapproach totheaterbuilds inclusivecommunity andstrengthens confidence!Whether yourchildwantsto actonstage,supportbackstage, orcontributemusicaltalentstoa scene,there’ssomethingfor everyone!Studentsworkwith adultandteeninstructorstoadapt andstageapublicshow!
CampDates: June5-16; June19-30;July10-14;July17-28
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
RegistrationDeadline: May31
Cost: $180-$325
PhoneNumber: (720)263-0836
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CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): August
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CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): July
Website: hisawyer.com/backstorytheatre/schedules?location_ id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): August
Website: hisawyer.com/backstorytheatre/schedules?location_ id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
Joinusthissummer forweeksfullof activitiesforkidsages 5to12toimmerse themselvesinthe worldofinvertebrates andscience!Rosie'sDiscovery CampsatButterflyPavilionare designedtoprovidememorable experiencesthroughhands-on animalencounters,craftsand activities.
CampDates: June5-9:Junior Zookeeper,June12-16:Spider Week,June19-23:SurvivalStories, June26-30:AquaticAdventures, July5-7:PowerfulPollinators,July 10-14:JuniorZookeeper,July17-21: SpiderWeek,July24-28Survival Stories,July31-Aug.4:Aquatic Adventures,Aug.7-11:Nature
Explorers
Ages: 5-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Westminster
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $295
PhoneNumber: (720)974-1877
Website: butterflies.org/ summer-camp
DANCECAMP
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: CopperMountain
CampMonth(s): June-July
Website: .camptelaphiba.com
–CHESSCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Englewood,CO
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: coloradomasterchess.com
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderCounty
CampMonth(s): May–August
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org/
daysinthesouthwest, backpacking,bikepacking, campingandworkingonprojects thatdeveloptheirskillsasyoung adultsandfutureleaders.
CampDates: June25-Aug.9
Ages: 16-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: ]$7,600.Scholarships available
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Thistrekisgeared towardsyouthwitha passionforgrowing, cookingand discovering ingredientsthat createnourishing,deliciousand beautifulmeals.Trekkerswilllearn aboutthehistoryandcultureof foodinthesouthwest,workwith localfarmsandcollaborateto createone-of-a-kindmeals.
CampDates: July20-Aug.9
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM andVariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $4,600.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Paleontologytrek invitesyouthintothe veryrealworldof science-driven dinosaurdetection. Trekkerswillworkalongside professionalpaleontologistson activedigsites,campunderthe stars,buildfriendshipsandeven earncollegecredit!Perfectforthe curiousscientistsoftomorrow!
CampDates: June24-July14
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Coeducational Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15 Cost: $4,100.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
–MOUNTAINDESERT TREK
MDTisdesignedto supportemerging youngleadersand mentorsasthey preparetotakeon greater responsibilitiesintheir communities.Trekkersspend45
Thelongestrunning trekattheGulch; PrairieTrekhasan extensivehistoryof bringingyoung male-identifying14-16yearolds intochallengingandbeautiful spaces.PrairieTrektrekkers self-discovertheirownidentities throughcollaborationwith communitypartners,outdoor
adventureandcommunityliving.
CampDates: June30-Aug.5
Ages: 14-16
Gender: Male
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $6,550.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Ages: 14-16
Gender: Coeducational
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $6,550.Scholarships
available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Cost: $6,550.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Anexpedition designedtosupport genderqueerand nonbinaryyouth outdoors,QuartzTrek isabrandnew program!QuartzTreklinksyoung peoplewithintersectingidentities andchallengesthemtorecognize theirroles/responsibilitiestoeach other,themselvesandtheir environmentthroughoutdoor adventure!
CampDates: June30-Aug.5
–TURQUOISETRAILTREK
TurquoiseTrailaims tobeanempowering spaceforyoung, female-identifying14 to16yearoldsto ventureintothe
outdoors.TurquoiseTrailfocuses onfurtherdevelopingidentitiesas membersofagreatercommunity, withanemphasisonaccountability andmindfulnessandleadership throughwildernessadventure.
CampDates: June30-Aug.5
Ages: 14-16
Gender: Female Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Forthewild-seeking, self-discovering, buddingnaturalists, WildCountryTrekis gearedtowardsyouth whoareexcited aboutlearningintheoutdoors. WildCountryTrekprogrammingis guidedbyquestionsof stewardshipandintentionality; trekkersparticipateinin-field science,backpacking,and leadership!
CampDates: June24-July14, July20-Aug.9
Ages: 13-15
Gender: Coeducational Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $4,600.Scholarshipsavailable
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Ourfull&half-day K-12STEMcamps& highschoolclasses meetmanyinterests &experiencelevels. Experientiallearningactivities combinedwithinquiry-based instruction,inspireexploration, curiosity&excitementinkidsofall ages.Freelunchtimesupervision includedforallfull-dayprograms.
CampDates: June5-Aug.4
Ages: K-12thgrade
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: CUBoulderand
CUAnschutzMedicalCampus
RegistrationDeadline: July21
Cost: $285
PhoneNumber: (303)492-7188
Website: colorado.edu/ sciencediscovery
ULTIMATEFRISBEEYOUTHSUMMERCAMPS
MUSEUMOFBOULDERSUMMERCAMPS
JoinusthissummerattheMuseumofBoulderatTebo Centerforafunanduniqueseriesofartisticand educationalchildren'scamps!Campsubjectsinclude painting,photography,foundart,DJing,STEM,coding, bilingual,comicbooks,worldbuildingandmuchmore. One-dayandmultiple-daycampsavailable.
Dates:June-July,2023
Ages:Recommendedagesrangeanywherebetween7-17 yearsold,dependingonthecamp
Gender:Coeducational
Type:DayCamp
CampLocation:Boulder
Cost:Varied
PhoneNumber:(303)449-3464
Website:museumofboulder.org/events-category/camps/
Kidsages 7-16
Ultimateisallaboutfunandinclusion!Weplay numerousgamestodevelopdiscfundamentalsand athleticsportsmanshipoverwinning-at-all-costs! ThroughoutDenver,Boulder,FortCollins
Campsareco-edandaregreatforbothnewandexperiencedplayers!
https://altitudeyouthultimate.org/play/summer-camps Formoreinfoemailcamps@altitudeyouthultimate.org
Ourthemethis summerwilltakeyour childonalearning journeythrough11 differentstates,by introducingthemto stateflowers,birds,flags,histories andcultures.Wehaveart,cooking, science,Legoandthe100-mile clubwithmanydifferentfieldtrips toenhancesummerfun.
CampDates: May26-Aug.16
Ages: 5-9
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Erie
RegistrationDeadline: May20
Cost: $230-$280weekly
PhoneNumber: (303)828-3452
Website: exploringmindsacademy.com
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): July
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/makecode-adventuressummer-camp
Jointhefun!Basedonthemesfor eachweek,participantshelpinthe creationofadaptingstoriesinto playstobeperformedattheend oftheweekforfamilyandfriends.
CampDates: Schoolday-off,spring break,summercamp(May30-Aug. 18)andwinterbreakcamps
Ages: 4-11
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.18
Cost: $450/week,drop-in available
PhoneNumber: (303)902-9106
Website: missjoaniedrama.com
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): July
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/bold-and-brave-summer-camp
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): June
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/campamiento-bilingue/
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): July
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/comic-book-summercamp-3
Yourchildisthehero ofamythicquestin anincrediblyfunand award-winning experience!Insmall groupsoflikeages, heroesreadmaps,solvemysteries &riddles,overcomedynamic challenges,andbattleusingsafe, foamswords.AdventureQuestis designedtodevelopteamwork, criticalthinking.
CampDates: May30-Aug.18
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.18
Cost: $212-$599.Scholarships
available
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Fortheyoungest adventurers!Journey intoaco-created storywhereevery decisionmatters.Do youdareexplorethejungleruins? Canyouout-riddletheicedragon? Insmallgroupsofsixchildren,the heroesfollowtreasuremaps,solve mysteriesandriddles,overcome dynamicchallenges,andbattle
CampDates: June12-16
Ages: 6-8
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June11
Cost: $530
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
TheKnightCIT (Counselor-inTraining)offeringat Renaissance Adventuresisa uniqueleadership programwhereteensbecome mentorstogroupsofyoungerkids andassistantstoouradult counselors.Onceteenshave attendedKnightCITtraining,they canparticipateasaCITduringour summercamps.
CampDates: Weeklysessions fromMay30-Aug.18
Ages: 14-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: May21
Cost: $160-$300perweek
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
–COMMUNITYSCHOOLS SUMMERCAMP
CommunitySchoolsSummer Campsprovideopportunitiesto enrichthelivesofchildreninsafe andwelcomingenvironments, supportingthemtorealizetheir highestpotential.Thechildcare staffofferextended,enrichment, andrecreationactivitiestosupport awell-roundedexperience.
CampDates: June1-August4
Ages: SummerWraparoundPre-K Campisopento3to5yearolds. SummerSchoolAgeCampis opento5to12yearsolds.
–DUNGEONDELVERS
Exploreandcreatean adventureinthe fantasyworldofone ofthemostpopular tabletoprole-playing games.Thehero’s journeyisfullofchallenges–dangerousbeasts,mythical monsters,negotiations,and mysteriestosolve.Comeplaywith RenaissanceAdventures’expert gamemastersandstorycrafters!
CampDates: June5-9,July5-7
Ages: 10-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July3
Cost: $320-$599
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Intrepidadventuresin space!StarQuestisa sciencefiction themedlive-action role-playinggame.
Participantsbandtogetherinsmall groupsoflikeagetodiscover strangenewworlds,overcome dynamicchallenges,negotiate intergalactictreaties,andbattle usingbeanbagsandfoamswords.
CampDates: June26-30, July24-28
Ages: 10-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July22
Cost: $599
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
Cost: $50individual,$75family; perdayrate:$47
PhoneNumber: (303)702-7924
Website: svvsd.or/departments/ community-schools/summer-andnon-school-days
–EIGHTHTONINTH
Eighthtoninth-gradetransition isa10-daysummerprogramfor incomingninth-gradestudents thatprovidesanopportunityfor themtotransitiontohighschool academics,extra-curricular programs,andco-curricular programsinamentoring environment.
CampDates: Varies
Ages: Incoming9thgradestudents
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
RegistrationDeadline: May19
Cost: FreeforSt.Vrainstudents
PhoneNumber: (303)776-6200
Website: svvsd.org/programs/ summer-programs
Thissummerprogramfeatures ahighlyinteractiveand collaborativelearningenvironment wherestudentstacklevarious community-relatedissues.Families areinvitedtojoinusonthelast dayofcamptocelebrateour students’exhibitionoflearning!
CampDates: June5-15
Ages: Kindergarten-2ndGrade
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: April30
Cost: $130,Tuitionforstudents qualifyingforfreeandreduced lunch:$80
PhoneNumber: (303)702-8200
Website: innovation.svvsd.org/ programs/summer-programs/ innovation-academy
Studentscanexplorethevarious pathwaysavailabletothemat theInnovationCenterthrough thesefor-creditofferings.
Courseoptionsofferahandsonintroductiontovariousfields includingaeronautics,augmented andvirtualrealitytechnologies, cybersecurityandinformation technology.Thecourseswilltake placeeithervirtuallyorin-person attheInnovationCenter.
CampDates: June6-30.
Ages: HighSchool
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
RegistrationDeadline: April29
Cost: $150perclass
PhoneNumber:(303)702-8200
Website: innovation.swvsd.org/ programs/summer-programs/ summer-high-school-classes
TheInnovationCenterofSt.Vrain ValleySchools'SuperSTEM
Campsofferinnovative,handsonlearningexperiencesthat engageandchallengestudents andincorporatehuman-centered designthinking.
CampDates: June-July
Ages: 9-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
Website: innovation.svvsd.org/ programs/summer-programs/ summer-camps/june-age-9-12superstem-camps
Summer2023
St.VrainValleySchools
WraparoundPre-KSummerCamps forkidsages3to5yearsoldwho areenrolledinaSVVSDschool offerchildrennewfriendships, confidence,independence,and asenseofbelonginginasafe, structuredenvironment.Creative learningisexcitingandenergizing withtimeandfreedomfor spontaneousplay.
CampDates: June1-Aug.4
Ages: 3-5
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
Cost: $50individual,$75family; perdayrate:$47
PhoneNumber: (303)702-7924
Website: svvsd.org/departments/ community-schools/summer-andnon-school-days
ST.VRAINVALLEY SCHOOLS–PROJECT LAUNCHACCELERATED 6THGRADEMATH
Rising6thgradestudentshavethe opportunitytomasterkeyconcepts in6thgrademath.Thisprogram willprovidetheopportunityfor studentstobegin7thor8thgrade mathwhilein6thgrade.The programwillbehostedatstudents' 2022-2023schoolsite.Contact yourmiddleschooltoregister.
CampDates: June5-29
Ages: ExitingFifthgradestudents
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
RegistrationDeadline: April29
Cost: FreetoSt.Vrainfamilies
PhoneNumber: (303)776-6200
Website: svvsd.org/programs/ summer-programs
ST.VRAINVALLEY SCHOOLS–PROJECT LAUNCHELEMENTARY SCHOOL
ThroughProjectLaunch, elementarystudentscan strengthentheirreadingandmath skillsoverthesummerinafun, friendlycamp-likeenvironment. Theywillreceivesmallclassroom instructionfromhigh-qualitySt. Vrainteachers,allowingthemto getextrasupportforagreatstart ontheupcoming
CampDates: June5-29
Ages: ExitingK-4thgradersare eligible
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
RegistrationDeadline: April29
Cost: NocosttoSt.Vrainstudents.
PhoneNumber: (303)776-6200
Website: swsd.org/departments/ priority-programs/elementaryliteracy-office/project-launchsummer-literacy
ST.VRAINVALLEY SCHOOLS–PROJECT LAUNCHMIDDLE SCHOOL
isafour-week,16-daysummer focusprogramforcurrentsixth andseventhgradestudents.The programprovidesanopportunity forstudentstomastergradelevel contentinmathandlanguagearts, andparticipateinSTEMextension activities.
CampDates: June5-29
Ages: 6th-8thgradestudents
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
RegistrationDeadline: April29
Cost: Studentsareabletoenroll intothisprogramforfreeatthe middleschooltheyareenrolledin forthe2023-2024schoolyear.
Phone: (303)776-6200
Website: swsd.org/departments/ priority-programs/elementaryliteracy-office/proiect-launchsummer-literacy
gardening,friendship-building, innovation,problem-solving, SEL,music,whole-body movement,arts,culture,fieldtrips, STEM,creativity,andmore! Chef-preparedmeals,before/after caretoo!
CampDates: May29-Aug.11, (11weeklysessions)
Ages: 5-8
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Louisville,Lafayette
RegistrationDeadline: May20
Cost:$400-$760
PhoneNumber: (303)666-1950
Website: treehouselearning.com/ contact
Joyfulfull-dayK-3 campsforwhole brain,wholeperson, wholesummerfun! Project-based outdoornature/
Throughoutthesummer,Tutoring Excellenceoffersawiderangeof individualizedprogramsforevery student'sneeds.Whetheryour childwanstobuildafoundationto getaheadinthenextgradeorthey needhelpcatchingupinaspecific subject,wehaveyoucovered.
Dates: May30-Aug.11
Ages: 4-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: April1
Cost: $400-$600permonth
PhoneNumber: (720)613-8090
Website: tutoringexcellence.com
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Denver, Centennial
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: wingsmuseum.org
Airborneisagymnasticsand dancecenterinLongmont.We offersomethingforeveryone inthesummer!Gymnastics& Ninjacamp:8:30a.m.toNoon, Themecamp:1to4:30p.m.,Lunch bunchinbetween(4to12years). PrincessCamp(3to6years),and MusicalTheatercampwithour professionalDanceinstructors(7 to14years).
CampDates: May31-Aug.11
Ages: 4-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.10
Cost: $57percampblock
PhoneNumber: (303)651-1456
Website: airbornecolorado.com/ camps
Comestretchand learnnewacrobatic tricksthissummer. Greatfordancers wantingtoimprove specificskillsand increaseflexibility.
CampDates: June26-28
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Westminster
RegistrationDeadline: June10
Cost: $150-$180
PhoneNumber: (720)929-1820
Website: artistic-fusion.com
Campers,age3to5, willdanceliketheir favoriteprincesswith usthissummer!
Crafts,storiesandaperformance inourtheatre!
CampDates: June26-28
Ages: 3-5
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Westminster
RegistrationDeadline: June10
Cost: $180
PhoneNumber: (720)929-1820
Website: artistic-fusion.com
ARTISTICFUSION –TIKTOKCAMP
Campers,age6to11, willlearnandrecord TikTokchoreography inourinhouse theatre!
CampDates: July10-12
Ages: 6-11
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Westminster
RegistrationDeadline: July1
Cost: $180
PhoneNumber: (720)929-1820
Website: artistic-fusion.com
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Denver
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: asld.org/youth-programs
id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
BACKSTORYTHEATRE GREEKGODSMINIMUSICAL
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): July
Website: hisawyer.com/backstorytheatre/schedules?location_ id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
BACKSTORYTHEATRE KINDERGARTENPREP THROUGHTHEATREW/ BACKSTORYTHEATRE
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): August
Website: hisawyer.com/backstorytheatre/schedules?location_ id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: hisawyer.com/backstorytheatre/schedules?location_ id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June,July
Ouruniqueapproach totheaterbuilds inclusivecommunity andstrengthens confidence!Whether yourchildwantsto actonstage,supportbackstage, orcontributemusicaltalentstoa scene,there’ssomethingfor everyone!Studentsworkwith adultandteeninstructorstoadapt andstageapublicshow!
CampDates: June5-16; June19-30;July10-14;July17-28
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
RegistrationDeadline: May31
Cost: $180-$325
PhoneNumber: (720)263-0836
Website: backstorytheatre.org/ bsta-classes
BACKSTORYTHEATRE AWESOMEAUDITION SKILLS
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): August
Website: hisawyer.com/backstorytheatre/schedules?location_
Website: hisawyer.com/backstorytheatre/schedules?location_ id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
BixbySummerCamp isaplay-basedcamp setonBixby’s beautiful3-acre campusthatcenters aroundcreativityandlotsof outdoorplay.BixbySummeris openforcampersentering Kindergartenthrough6thgrade. Enjoyartsandcrafts,weeklyfield trips,andswimminginourindoor pool.Lunchisprovided.
CampDates: June5-Aug.18
Ages: K-6thgrade
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: May1
Cost: $475-$575
PhoneNumber: (303)494-7508
Website: bixbyschool.org/ programs/summer-camp
Thisisagreat mini-campforachild lookingtotrydance forthefirsttimeorfor acurrentstudent wantingtohavemoresummer dancefun!Dancerswillbe exposedtodifferentstylesof dance,funcreativecrafts,anda miniperformanceattheendfor parents.
CampDates: June20-23, June26-30
Ages: 4-10
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderBallet Studio'sattheDairyARTSCenter
RegistrationDeadline: May31
Cost: $225
PhoneNumber: (303)443-0028
Website: boulderballet.org/bbssummer-programs
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderBallet studiostheDairyARTSCenter
CampMonth(s): July,August
Website: boulderballet.org/bbssummer-programs
Musicaltheater singing,acting, dancing.Morethan 40yearsinBoulder. Havefunand developyourskill withBruno,Mirabel, Isabellaandmore!Showsare costumedonstageeveryFriday. Joinuswithroomtoplay,a/c,and 1:7ratio,skilledteachersandtwo agegroups.
CampDates: July10-14
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July10 Cost: $210-$425
PhoneNumber: (303)859-4195
Musicaltheater singing,acting, dancing.Over40 yearsinBoulder. Havefunand developyourskillsingsinscenes Burn,TheSchuylerSistersand moreShowsarecostumedon stageeveryFriday. a/c,and1:7ratio,skilledteachers
CampDates: Aug.7-11
Ages: 8-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: 474726th
Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.7
Cost: $210-$425
PhoneNumber: (303)859-4195
Website: boulderperformingarts.com
Musicaltheater singing,acting, dancing.Over40 yearsinBoulder. Havefunand developyourskillwithAriel, Flounder,Sebastian,Ursulaand more!Showsarecostumedon stageeveryFriday.
Joinuswithroomtoplay,a/c,and 1:7ratio,skilledteachers&two agegroups.
CampDates: June19-23
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June19
Cost: $210.00-$425.00
PhoneNumber: (303)859-4195
Website: boulderperformingarts.com
Musicaltheater singing,acting, dancing.Over40 yearsinBoulder.Have funanddevelopyour skillwithMowgli,Baloo,King Louie,Bagheeraandmore!Shows arecostumedonstageevery Friday.
Joinuswithroomtoplay,a/c,and 1:7ratio,skilledteachersandtwo agegroups
CampDates: June12-16
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June12
Cost: $210.00-$425.00
PhoneNumber: (303)859-4195
Website: boulderperformingarts.com
Musicaltheater singing,acting, dancing.Over40 yearsinBoulder. Havefunand developyourskillwithAriel, Flounder,Sebastian,Ursulaand more!Showsarecostumedon stageeveryFriday.
Joinuswithroomtoplay,a/c,and 1:7ratio,skilledteachers&two agegroups.
CampDates: July24-28
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July24
Cost: $210-$425
PhoneNumber: (303)859-4195
Website: boulderperformingarts.com
Musicaltheater singing,acting, dancing.Over40 yearsinBoulder. Havefunand developyourskill withMarioandLuigiandalltheir pals!Showsarecostumedon stageeveryFriday.Joinuswith roomtoplay,airconditioningand 1:7ratio,skilledteachers
CampDates: July31-Aug.4
Ages: 5-8
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July31
Cost: $210.00-$425.00
PhoneNumber: (303)859-4195
Website: boulderperformingarts.com
Musicaltheater singing,acting, dancing.Over40 yearsinBoulder.Have funanddevelopyour skillwithRosalita,Meena,crawly andmore!Showsarecostumedon stageeveryFriday.Joinuswith roomtoplay,a/c,and1:7ratio, skilledteachers
CampDates: Aug.7-11
Ages: 5-8
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.7
Cost: $210-$425
PhoneNumber: (303)859-4195
Website: boulderperformingarts.com
Musicaltheater singing,acting, dancing.Over40 yearsinBoulder.Have funanddevelopyour skillwithLyle,Lolita,andMr. Grump.Showsarecostumedon stageeveryFriday.Joinuswith roomtoplay,a/c,and1:7ratio, skilledteachers
CampDates: June26-30
Ages: 5-8
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June26
Cost: $210-$425
PhoneNumber: (303)859-4195
Website: boulderperformingarts.com
Fillyoursummerwith daycampsfrom BVSDSchoolAge CareandPreschool Enrichment.Seven week-longcampsrun fromJune5throughJuly28atfive BVSDsummerhublocations. Gamesandcraftsfollowweekly themes,andtwodaysoftheweek willbededicatedtofunoff-site excursions.
CampDates: June5-9,June12-16, June20-23,June26-30,July1014,July17-21,July24-28
Ages: 3-13
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: May28
Cost: $350-$440/week
PhoneNumber: (720)561-5974
Website: childcare.bvsd.org/ summercamp
AtfiveBVSDsummer hubs,enjoyoneweek,half-day EnrichmentCamps fromJune5-July28. BVSDLifelong Learningwillofferhundredsof morningorafternoonEnrichment Campsincludingskateboarding, robotics,chess,filmmaking, cooking,LEGOandmuchmore!
CampDates: June5-9,June12-16, June20-23,June26-30,July1014,July17-21,July24-28
Musicaltheater singing,acting, dancing.Over40 yearsinBoulder. Havefunand developyourskills. Playyourfavoritecharacters includingMary,Burt,Jane,Michael, penguinsandmore!Showsare costumedonstageeveryFriday. Joinuswithroomtoplay,air conditioningand1:7ratio beginner-advanced.
CampDates: June5-9
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June5
Cost: $210-$425
PhoneNumber: (303)859-4195
Website: boulderperformingarts.com
Musicaltheater singing,acting, dancing.Over40 yearsinBoulder.Have funanddevelopyour skillwithsongsandsceneslike Maria,andIwanttobeinAmerica. Showsarecostumedonstage everyFriday.Joinuswith,a/c,and 1:7ratio,skilledteachers
CampDates: July31-Aug.4
Ages: 8-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July31
Cost: $210-$425
PhoneNumber: (303)859-4195
Website: boulderperformingarts.com
Musicaltheater singing,acting, dancing.Over40 yearsinBoulder.Have funanddevelopyour skillwithSpongeBob,Plankton, Sandyandmore!Showsare costumedonstageeveryFriday. Joinuswithroomtoplay,a/c,and 1:7ratio,skilledteachers&two agegroups.
CampDates: July17-21
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July17
Cost: $210-$425
PhoneNumber: (303)859-4195
Website: boulderperformingarts.com
Ages: 5-16
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: July18
Cost: $220-$275
PhoneNumber: (720)561-5968
Website: bouldervalley.augusoft. net/index.cfm?fuseaction=1010&&
CAMPGRANITELAKE
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: CoalCreek Canyon,nr.Golden,CO.
CampMonth(s): June,July,August
Website: campgranitelake.com/
CAMPTELAPHIBA –OVERNIGHTSUMMER DANCECAMP
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: CopperMountain CampMonth(s): June-July
Website: .camptelaphiba.com
CAMPTELAPHIBA –SUMMERDANCE RETREAT Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: CopperMountain
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: camptelaphiba.com
LearnPiano/Violin/ Voice/Guitar/Ukulele atoneofourthree tours:
ClassicalTonesHalf
DayTour:Threehoursdaily(MonFri.,9a.m.toNoon).Choosefrom threeclasselectives-piano,violin, voice,guitar,andukulele.
ClassicalTonesMiniTour:Two hoursdaily(Mon-Fri.,9a.m.or 10a.m.toNoon).
ClassicalTonesPreludeTour: Onehourdaily(Mon-Fri,9a.m.to Noon).
CampDates: June5-9,June12-16, June19-23,July10-14,July17-21, July24-28
Ages: 5-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
RegistrationDeadline: May31
Cost: $180-$300
PhoneNumber: (720)515-8663
Website: classicaltones.com
SUMMERDANCECAMPS
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: ccdance.org/ summercamps
COMMONTHREADS
CREATIVELAB
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: shopcommonthreads. com/collections/creative-lab
COMMONTHREADS
CREATIVELAB
SEWINGCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder,CO
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: shopcommonthreads. com/collections/creative-lab
COMMONTHREADS
CREATIVELAB
SEWINGCAMPTEEN/ TWEENS
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder,CO
CampMonth(s): June
Website: shopcommonthreads. com/collections/creative-lab
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $4,600.Scholarshipsavailable
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: ecrackpots.com
–WILDCOUNTRYTREK
Forthewild-seeking, self-discovering, buddingnaturalists, WildCountryTrekis gearedtowardsyouth whoareexcitedabout learningintheoutdoors.Wild CountryTrekprogrammingis guidedbyquestionsofstewardship andintentionality;trekkers participateinin-fieldscience, backpacking,andleadership!
CampDates: June24-July14, July20-Aug.9
Ages: 13-15
Gender: Coeducational Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
Unlockthemagicof Shakespeare's languagewiththe Colorado Shakespeare
Festival’swildlypopularsummer actingprograms:Camp Shakespeare(ages9-18)and ShakespeareSprites(ages6-9).
CampDates:
Shakespeare'sSprites:July10-14; July17-21;CampShakespeare: July24-Aug.11
Ages: 6-18
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: CUBoulder
RegistrationDeadline: July22 Cost: $245-$1,080.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (303)735-1181
Website: cupresents.org/ performance/10037/shakespeare/ summer-camps
Week-longdaycamps,Monday throughFriday,8:30a.m.to4p.m. Sports,art,science,technology andmore.Morethan100campsto choosefrom.Fullhot/coldlunchin ourdininghall.Takeabreakand cooloffinthepooldaily.Voted oneofthetopcampsinBoulder County!
Dates: June5-9,June12-16,June
20-23,June26-30,July10-14,July
17-21,July24-28
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Lafayette
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $420-$600
PhoneNumber: (303)381-0450
Website: dawsonschool.org/ summer
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: NewmanCenter forTheatreEducation
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: denvercenter.org/ education/child-teen-actingclasses
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): July
Website: elitedanceacademy.net/ summer
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June
Website: elitedanceacademy.net/ summer
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June
Website: elitedanceacademy.net
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June
Website: elitedanceacademy.net/ summer
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): July
Website: .elitedanceacademy.net
CAMPS
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: elitedanceacademy.net/ summer
Ourthemethis summerwilltakeyour childonalearning journeythrough11 differentstates,by introducingthemtostateflowers, birds,flags,historiesandcultures. Wehaveart,cooking,science, Legoandthe100-mileclubwith manydifferentfieldtripsto enhancesummerfun.
CampDates: May26-Aug.16
Ages: 5-9
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Erie
RegistrationDeadline: May20
Cost: $230-$280weekly
PhoneNumber: (303)828-3452
Website: exploringmindsacademy.com
Frompreschool
backyardcampto classesinmusic, STEM,art,CITand sports,Friends
Schooloffersoneofthemost popularsummerprogramsin Boulderforstudentsages3to14 years.Choosefromavarietyof half-dayandfull-daysummer classes.Camppackagesavailable.
Dates: June5-July28
Ages: 3-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $225-$375perweek
PhoneNumber: (303)499-1999
Website: friendsschoolboulder. org/programs/summer-programs
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: junkyardsocialclub.org/ camp
KAIROSWELLNESS COLLECTIVEHEALING INTENSIVEOCDCAMPS
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
KIDCREATESTUDIO PINCH,SLAB,COILCLAY
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield,CO
CampMonth(s): July
Website: kidcreate.com/ broomfield/class?aid=4284774
KIDCREATESTUDIO STEAM-SATIONAL
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): July
Website: kidcreate.com/ broomfield/class?aid=4284782
KINESISDANCE –DANCINGDISNEY FAVORITES
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): July
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: kinesisdance.com/ summer
KINESISDANCE –LIGHTS,CAMERA, ACTIONCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): June
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: kinesisdance.com/ summer
KINESISDANCE –MOVIN'&GROOVIN' HIPHOPCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): July
CampLocation: Boulderr
Website: kinesisdance.com/ summer
KINESISDANCE –PRESCHOOLDANCE CAMPS
Type: DayCamp
Hasyourchildever dreamedofflying— theamazingfreedom, thefun,the excitement?Students areinvitedtolearnaerialarts, danceandperformanceskills, whilebuildingstrength,practicing teamwork,andmore.Eachweek culminatesinaninformal performanceforfamilyandfriends!
CampDates: June5-July21
Ages: 5-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July7
Cost: $250-$450
PhoneNumber: (303)245-8272
Website: frequentflyers.org/camps
CampMonth(s): July
Website: kairoswellnesscollective.com
KIDCREATESTUDIO BEYONDPOKEMON
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June
Website: kidcreate.com/ broomfield/class?aid=4284769
KIDCREATESTUDIO KAWAIICUTE
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): July
Website: kidcreate.com/ broomfield/class?aid=4284776
KIDCREATESTUDIO MEGAMESSMAKING
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): August
Website: kidcreate.com/ broomfield/class?aid=4284783
CampMonth(s): June-July
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: kinesisdance.com/ summer
KINESISDANCE –CREATIVEMOVEMENT ARTSCAMP
CampMonth(s): June-July
Ages: 4-6
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $250/week
PhoneNumber: (720)515-6268
Website: kinesisdance.com/ summer
LIVINGARTSSCHOOL SUMMERCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): May-August
Ages: 6-12
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: livingartsschool.com/ summer-camp
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): July
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/makecode-adventuressummer-camp
Jointhefun!Based onthemesforeach week,participants helpinthecreationof adaptingstoriesinto playstobeperformed attheendoftheweekforfamily andfriends.
CampDates: Schoolday-off, springbreak,summercamp(May 30-Aug.18)andwinterbreak camps
Ages: 4-11
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.18
Cost: $450/week,drop-in
available
PhoneNumber: (303)902-9106
Website: missjoaniedrama.com
MUSEUMOFBOULDER –BOLDANDBRAVE SUMMERCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): July
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/bold-and-brave-summercamp
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): June
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/campamiento-bilingue
MUSEUMOFBOULDER –COMICBOOK SUMMERCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): July
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/comic-book-summercamp-3
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): June
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/one-day-found-art-campwith-sweetbird-studio
Lotsofoutdoorfun andadventure.Each weekisadifferent themewithactivities andfieldtripstolocal attractions.In-house challengestoentertainand educateyourchild.Splashdays twiceaweek.Healthysnacks provided.Half-day,full-day,and extended-dayschedules.
CampDates:
June5-9:PotteryPower
June12-16:prehistoricadventure
June19-23:PawsomePets
June26-30:Ukulele
July5-7:Ukulele
July10-14:CulinaryCamp
July17-21:InspiringArtists
July24-28:CreativeMovement
July31-Aug.4:DeepSea
Adventures
Aug.7-11:CaptureSummer
Ages: 2-1/2-5
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $255-$475perweek
PhoneNumber: (303)800-0324
Website: offbroadwaypreschool.org
Parlandooffersmusic lessonsandclasses forallinstruments, ages,andabilitiesincludingpiano, singing,guitar,violin, drums,andmore!Italsooffers musicaltheater.
CampDates: 5/29-8/18
Ages: 4-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: May1
Cost: $39-$200
PhoneNumber: (303)442-0006
Website: parlando.org
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Getreadyfor exploringallthings ARTthissummerat pARTiculars!Learn fromprofessional artistsusingavariety ofmediums,fromsimplepencil andpaper,topaintoncanvas,to 3Dmaterialsincreatingminiatures anddollhouses.
CampDates: June19-22(Drawing andPaintingCamp);June26-29 (BookmakingandArtJournaling Camp);July10-13(DollHouse Camp);July17-20(Miniatures Camp);July24-27(MixedMedia ArtCamp)
Ages: 8-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Lafayette
RegistrationDeadline: June18
Cost: $175-$215
PhoneNumber: (720)890-7888
Website: particularsart.com
Exploreandcreatean adventureinthe fantasyworldofone ofthemostpopular tabletoprole-playing games.Thehero’sjourneyisfullof challenges–dangerousbeasts, mythicalmonsters,negotiations, andmysteriestosolve.Comeplay withRenaissanceAdventures’ expertgamemastersandstory crafters!
CampDates: June5-9,July5-7
Ages: 10-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July3
Cost: $320-$599
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Intrepidadventuresin space!StarQuestisa sciencefiction themedlive-action role-playinggame. Participantsband togetherinsmallgroupsoflike agetodiscoverstrangenew worlds,overcomedynamic challenges,negotiateintergalactic treaties,andbattleusing beanbagsandfoamswords.
CampDates: June26-30, July24-28
Ages: 10-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July22
Cost: $599
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
TheprogramatRocky MountainDayCamp isbuiltforFUN!
Campersbuild confidenceand self-esteemthrougha widevarietyofactivitiesincluding sports,music,artsandcraftsand STEM.Everyactivityweofferis conductedbyourexpertstaffinan ageandabilityappropriate manner.
Dates: March27-31,May30-Aug.4
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: July23
andlearnwhywe'reunmatched inYouthTheatre.After28years, oursummercampsofferabalance ofqualityperformances,critical theatreeducationandcommunity buildingintegratedwithdance, voice,stagecombat,andmore.
CampDates: 1to4weekcamps. Seewebsiteforspecificdates
Ages: 5-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July20
Cost: $360-$1,795
PhoneNumber: (303)245-8150
Website: theaterforkids.net
SchoolofRockoffers musiccampsperfect formusiciansofall skilllevelswhoplay guitar,bass,drums, keyboard,andvocals. Studentslearntoplaytogetherin arockbandsettingandperforma liveshowonthelastdayofcamp.
CampDates: June5-July31
Ages: 7-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: July15
Cost: $350-$525
PhoneNumber: (303)325-3772
Website: schoolofrock.com/musiccamps/broomfield
Yourchildisthehero ofamythicquestin anincrediblyfunand award-winning experience!Insmall groupsoflikeages, heroesreadmaps,solvemysteries &riddles,overcomedynamic challenges,andbattleusingsafe, foamswords.AdventureQuestis designedtodevelopteamwork, criticalthinking.
CampDates: May30-Aug.18
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.18
Cost: $212-$599.Scholarships available
Fortheyoungest adventurers!Journey intoaco-created storywhereevery decisionmatters.Do youdareexplorethejungleruins?
Canyouout-riddletheicedragon? Insmallgroupsofsixchildren,the heroesfollowtreasuremaps,solve mysteriesandriddles,overcome dynamicchallenges,andbattle
CampDates: June12-16
Ages: 6-8
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June11
Cost: $530
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Cost: $420-$525perweek. (2weekminimum)
PhoneNumber: (303)956-7813
Website: rockymtndaycamp.com
Inthismorningcamp series,kidswilllearn tosewwhileworkon multipleprojects throughouttheircamp. Bytheendofcamp, yourchildwillknowhowtousea sewingmachinetomake somethingusefulandbeautiful (wahoo!),andwillgainalifelong skill.
CampDates: June5-9,June12-17, June19-23,June26-30,July10-14, July17-21,July24-28,Aug.7-11.
Ages: 7-15
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: May1
Cost: $275-$285
PhoneNumber: (310)710-4393
RockyMountain TheaterforKids Professional Children'sTheatre atitsBest!Discover theRMTKDifference
Website: sewboco.com/servicepage/get-ready-for-summer-campjune-5-9?referral=service_list_ widget
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): July
Website: sewboco.com/servicepage/fashion-design-camp-july-1014?referral=service_list_widget
SEWBO–GETREADY FORSUMMERSEWING CAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June
Website: sewboco.com/servicepage/get-ready-for-summer-campjune-5-9?referral=service_list_ widget
SEWBO–INTERIOR DESIGNSEWINGCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June
Website: sewboco.com/servicepage/interior-design-camp-june19-23?referral=service_list_widget
SEWBO– SEWFOR SCHOOLCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): August
Website: sewboco.com/servicepage/sew-for-school-camp-aug-711?referral=service_list_widget
SEWBO–SEWYOUR OWNCLOTHES
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June
Website: sewboco.com/servicepage/sew-your-own-clothes-campjune-26-30?referral=service_list_ widget
SEWBO SEWYOUROWN CLOTHESCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): July
Website: sewboco.com/servicepage/sew-your-own-clothes-campjuly-17-21?referral=service_list_ widget
SEWBO–SEWINGFOR APOOLPARTY
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): July
Website: sewboco.com/servicepage/sew-and-swim-camp-july-2428?referral=service_list_widget
Lower&MiddleSchoolCamps include:Handwork:makepuppets andplayoutside;Circus:unicycle, aerialsilks,juggling;andSports: skill-buildingandscrimmages.
CampDates: June5-July17
Ages: PreK-12thgrade
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: May31
Cost: $250-$500
PhoneNumber: (512)579-0973
Website: shiningmountainwaldorf.org programs/summer-camps
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: May30
Cost: $164to$290
PhoneNumber: (720)379-6033
Website: studioartsboulder.org/ camps
THEDANCEFRONT
–DANCEATTHEZOO
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Louisville
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: thedancefront.com
THEDANCEFRONT
–DISNEYDANCEDAYS
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Louisville, CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: thedancefront.com
THEDANCEFRONT –FAIRIESANDFRIENDS
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Louisville
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: thedancefront.com
THEDANCEFRONT –SEACRUISE
Type: DayCamp
SHININGMOUNTAIN WALDORFSCHOOL SUMMERCAMP
EarlyChildhood Camps(Ages3-6) offer9weeksofcare featuringoutdoor time,crafts,water playandmore.Full andhalf-dayoptionsavailable.
Claycampswelcomeallskill levels.Camperswilllearnnew techniquesandcreateunique piecesineitherhand-buildingor wheel-throwingcamps.Thegoalis tohavefun,useourcreativity(and ourhands!),andmeetnewfriends. Fullscheduleandregistrationlinks atthewebsite.
Dates: May30-Aug.11
Ages: 6to16
Gender: Coeducational
CampLocation: Louisville
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: thedancefront.com
THEDANCEFRONT –SOUNDOFMUSIC WORKSHOP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Louisville
CampMonth(s): June
Website: thedancefront.com
Summer2023
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: tinkerartstudio. com/2023-summer-camps
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: tinkerartstudio. com/2023-summer-camps
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): May-August
Website: tinkerartstudio. com/2023-summer-camps
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
CampMonth(s): June
Website: unitiivetheatre.com/ production-classes
Type: Daycamp
Location: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: ymcanoco.org/summercamps/boulder-valley-camps/ steamrollers
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): June-July
CampLocation: Denver
Joyfulfull-dayK-3 campsforwhole brain,wholeperson, wholesummerfun! Project-based outdoornature/ gardening,friendship-building, innovation,problem-solving,SEL, music,whole-bodymovement, arts,culture,fieldtrips,STEM, creativity,andmore!Chefpreparedmeals,before/aftercare too!
CampDates: May29-Aug.11, (11weeklysessions)
Ages: 5-8
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Louisville,Lafayette
RegistrationDeadline: May20
Cost:$400-$760
PhoneNumber: (303)666-1950
Website: treehouselearning.com/ contact
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
CampMonth(s): July
Website: unitiivetheatre.com/ production-classes
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
CampMonth(s): June
Website: unitiivetheatre.com/ production-classes
Website: artsandmedia.ucdenver. edu/prospective-students/ lynx-camps
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderCounty
CampMonth(s): May-August
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
Type: OvernightCamp
CampMonth(s): June-August
CampLocation: Keystone
Website: keystonescienceschool.org
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Lafayette
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: mandmequestrian center.com/camp
Ridersofallagescanconnect withhorses,learnabouthorses andponies,ridehorses,havefun onafarm,makenewfriends,and havehoursofnoscreentimeat SummerPonyCamp!Preschool andadvancedlevelsofcamp available.RedHorseEquestrians hasmorethan25yearsofcamp experience.
CampDates: AllLevels:June 6-9,June13-16,June20-23,June 27-30;BeginnerandIntermediate LevelsOnly:July5-7,Aug.1-4
Ages: 3-16
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: June3 Cost: $385-$425
PhoneNumber: (720)581-3998
Website: redhorseequestrians.com
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
Cost: $299-$539
PhoneNumber: (720)263-0836
Website: backstorytheatre.org/ bsta-classes
ABCKidsClimbingwillbeoffering IndoorCampeveryweekforthe Summerof2023.Weeklythemes forcampandactivitiesarealways evolving!Themeweeksinclude: SuperstarWeek,JungleJam andDefyGravityWeek.Half-day, fullday,3-dayand5-daycamp optionsavailable.
CampDates: May30–June2, June5–9,June12–16,June19–23, June26–30,July10–14,July17–21, July24–28,July31–Aug.4, Aug.7–11
Ages: 5-14
ABCKidsOutdoorSummerCamps aredesignedforchildren7and uptoexperienceoutdoorclimbing inanengaging,supportive,and responsibleway.LedbyABC’s AMGAcertifiedguides,campers exploreBoulderingandTop Ropingthevariousrocktypesand climbingmovementsofEldorado Canyon,TheFlatironsandBoulder Canyon.
CampDates: June5–9,June 12–16,June19–23,June26–30, July5-8,July10–14,July17–21, July24–28,July31–Aug.4,Aug. 7–11
Ages: 7+
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
Cost: $749
PhoneNumber: (720)263-0836
Website: abckidsboulder.com/ outdoor-summer-camps
LearntoSAIL!Sailingthenserves asthefoundationonwhichwe TEACHSelf-Esteem.Self-esteem isaskill,likesailing,whichmust belearned,andinteenculture today,weMUSTBETEACHING. Weapplysailinglessonstolifeto navigatethestormyseasofyouth! ProudlyfeaturingtwoLGBTQIA+ weeks!
Dates: June-August
Ages: 12-18
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Firestone
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.7
Cost: $395
PhoneNumber: (720)233-8969
Website: abletosail.org
BixbySummerCamp isaplay-basedcamp setonBixby’s beautiful3-acre campusthatcenters aroundcreativityand lotsofoutdoorplay.BixbySummer isopenforcampersentering Kindergartenthrough6thgrade. Enjoyartsandcrafts,weeklyfield trips,andswimminginourindoor pool.Lunchisprovided.
CampDates: June5-Aug.18
Ages: K-6thgrade
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: May1
Cost: $475-$575
PhoneNumber: (303)494-7508
Website: bixbyschool.org/ programs/summer-camp
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
CampMonth(s): June,July,August
Website: boldearth.com
Fillyoursummerwith daycampsfrom BVSDSchoolAge CareandPreschool Enrichment.Seven week-longcampsrun
fromJune5throughJuly28atfive BVSDsummerhublocations. Gamesandcraftsfollowweekly themes,andtwodaysoftheweek willbededicatedtofunoff-site excursions.
CampDates: June5-9,June12-16, June20-23,June26-30,July1014,July17-21,July24-28
Ages: 3-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: May28
Cost: $350-$440/week
PhoneNumber: (720)561-5974
Website: childcare.bvsd.org/ summercamp
AtfiveBVSDsummer hubs,enjoyoneweek,half-day EnrichmentCamps fromJune5-July28. BVSDLifelong Learningwillofferhundredsof morningorafternoonEnrichment Campsincludingskateboarding, robotics,chess,filmmaking, cooking,LEGOandmuchmore!
CampDates: June5-9,June12-16, June20-23,June26-30,July1014,July17-21,July24-28
Ages: 5-16
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: July18
Cost: $220-$275
PhoneNumber: (720)561-5968
Website: bouldervalley.augusoft. net/index.cfm?fuseaction=1010&&
Explorers
Ages: 5-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Westminster
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $295
PhoneNumber: (720)974-1877
Website: butterflies.org/ summer-camp
CAMPGRANITELAKE
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Golden CampMonth(s): June,July,August
Website: campgranitelake.com
Joinusthissummer forweeksfullof activitiesforkidsages 5to12toimmerse themselvesinthe worldofinvertebrates andscience!Rosie'sDiscovery CampsatButterflyPavilionare designedtoprovidememorable experiencesthroughhands-on animalencounters,craftsand activities.
CampDates: June5-9:Junior Zookeeper,June12-16:Spider Week,June19-23:SurvivalStories, June26-30:AquaticAdventures, July5-7:PowerfulPollinators,July 10-14:JuniorZookeeper,July17-21: SpiderWeek,July24-28Survival Stories,July31-Aug.4:Aquatic Adventures,Aug.7-11:Nature
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderCounty
CampMonth(s): May-August
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Thistrekisgeared towardsyouthwitha passionforgrowing, cookingand discovering ingredientsthat createnourishing,deliciousand beautifulmeals.Trekkerswilllearn aboutthehistoryandcultureof foodinthesouthwest,workwith localfarmsandcollaborateto createone-of-a-kindmeals.
CampDates: July20-Aug.9
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM andVariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $4,600.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
GO!Trekinvites10to 12yearoldstoour Basecamptosparka connectionbetween them,Cottonwood Gulch,andthe outdoors.GO!trekkersare welcomedtoexperiencethe essentialvalueandinnatejoysof discoveringourplacewithinour environment,ourcommunityand ourselves.
CampDates: July10-16,Aug.3-9
Ages: 10-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $1,150.ScholarshipsAvailable.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
invitesyounger trekkersseekingan introductionto camping,a connectionwith nature,andameaningfulplace withintheircommunity;Outfit offersa“foundationoffirsts.”We inviteyouthwhoareinterestedin learningmoreaboutthemselves andtheworldaroundthem.Trek on!
CampDates: June24-July10; July20-Aug.5
Ages: 10-12
Gender: Coeducational Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $3,450.ScholarshipsAvailable
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Thelongestrunning trekattheGulch; PrairieTrekhasan extensivehistoryof bringingyoung male-identifying14-16yearolds intochallengingandbeautiful spaces.PrairieTrektrekkers self-discovertheirownidentities throughcollaborationwith communitypartners,outdoor adventureandcommunityliving.
CampDates: June30-Aug.5
Ages: 14-16
Gender: Male
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $6,550.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
GO!Trekinvites8to 10yearoldstoour Basecamptosparka connectionbetween them,Cottonwood Gulch,andthe outdoors.GO!trekkersare welcomedtoexperiencethe essentialvalueandinnatejoysof discoveringtheirplacewithinour environment,ourcommunityand themselves.
CampDates: June25-30,July2-7
Ages: 8-10
Gender: Coeducational
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: Canbefullysupportedby scholarships-$995
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
MDTisdesignedto supportemerging youngleadersand mentorsasthey preparetotakeon greater responsibilitiesintheir communities.Trekkersspend45 daysinthesouthwest, backpacking,bikepacking, campingandworkingonprojects thatdeveloptheirskillsasyoung adultsandfutureleaders.
CampDates: June25-Aug.9
Ages: 16-18
Gender: Coeducational Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: ]$7,600.Scholarships
available
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Paleontologytrek invitesyouthintothe veryrealworldof science-driven dinosaurdetection. Trekkerswillwork alongsideprofessional paleontologistsonactivedigsites, campunderthestars,build friendshipsandevenearncollege credit!Perfectforthecurious scientistsoftomorrow!
CampDates: June24-July14
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Coeducational Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15 Cost: $4,100.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Anexpedition designedtosupport genderqueerand nonbinaryyouth outdoors,QuartzTrek isabrandnewprogram!Quartz Treklinksyoungpeoplewith intersectingidentitiesand challengesthemtorecognizetheir roles/responsibilitiestoeachother, themselvesandtheirenvironment throughoutdooradventure!
CampDates: June30-Aug.5
Ages: 14-16
Gender: Coeducational Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $6,550.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
TurquoiseTrailaims tobeanempowering spaceforyoung, female-identifying14 to16yearoldsto ventureintothe outdoors.TurquoiseTrailfocuses onfurtherdevelopingidentitiesas membersofagreatercommunity, withanemphasisonaccountability andmindfulnessandleadership throughwildernessadventure.
CampDates: June30-Aug.5
Ages: 14-16
Gender: Female
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $6,550.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Forthewild-seeking, self-discovering, buddingnaturalists, WildCountryTrekis gearedtowardsyouth whoareexcited aboutlearningintheoutdoors. WildCountryTrekprogrammingis guidedbyquestionsof stewardshipandintentionality; trekkersparticipateinin-field science,backpacking,and leadership!
CampDates: June24-July14, July20-Aug.9
Ages: 13-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $4,600.Scholarshipsavailable
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Week-longdaycamps,Monday throughFriday,8:30a.m.to4p.m. Sports,art,science,technology andmore.Morethan100campsto choosefrom.Fullhot/coldlunchin ourdininghall.Takeabreakand cooloffinthepooldaily.Voted oneofthetopcampsinBoulder County!
Dates: June5-9,June12-16,June 20-23,June26-30,July10-14,July 17-21,July24-28
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Lafayette
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $420-$600
PhoneNumber: (303)381-0450
Website: dawsonschool.org/ summer
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Mancos,CO
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: deerhillexpeditions.com
Whenschoolisout,Safari
Campisin!Providetheperfect adventureforyouryounganimal fanatic!Campsfeatureanimal experiences,zooexpeditions, andhands-on,camper-driven exploration.Escapetheordinary -goWILDwithSafariCampat DenverZoo.
Dates: RunningweeklyJune5Aug.11.9a.m.to4p.m.Monday throughFriday.Alimitednumber ofLateCarespotsareavailable forpre-registeredcampers.Late Careoccursfrom4:15-5:30p.m.
Ages: Kindergarten-8thGrade
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Denver
RegistrationDeadline: June4
Cost: $248-$380
PhoneNumber: (720)337-1400
Website: denverzoo.org/summersafari
Frompreschool backyardcampto classesinmusic, STEM,art,CITand sports,Friends Schooloffersoneof themostpopularsummer programsinBoulderforstudents ages3to14years.Choosefroma varietyofhalf-dayandfull-day summerclasses.Camppackages available.
Dates: June5-July28
Ages: 3-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $225-$375perweek
PhoneNumber: (303)499-1999
Website: friendsschoolboulder. org/programs/summer-programs
Kidsages5to11can joinusforanactive weekofsummer campandexperience thewondersofour urbanfarm.We’lltend tothegarden,explorethroughthe lensofartandscience,andmake tastysnacksfromthebountyof ourharvests.
CampDates: June-August
Ages: 5-11
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.4
Cost: $365-$399
PhoneNumber: (303)443-9952
Website: growinggardens.org/ peacegarden
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder,CO
CampMonth(s): June,July,August
Website: junkyardsocialclub.org/camp
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): July
Website: kairoswellnesscollective.com
Type: OvernightCamp
CampMonth(s): June-August
CampLocation: Keystone
Website: keystonescienceschool.org
Category: Arts&Music
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): May-August
Ages: 6-12
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: livingartsschool.com/ summer-camp
SUMMERCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): May-August
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: weefolkforestkindergarten.com/ summer-camp
–EPEDITIONTWEEN
Joinusforaweekof adventuresandfield tripfunoneormore timesthroughoutthe summer.Weekly themes.Monday throughFriday,9a.m.to4p.m. Wraparoundcareisnotavailable forthistweens-onlyexperience andenrollmentisfull-weekonly.
Spaceislimited!
CampDates: June5-Aug.4
Ages: 11-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: July18
Cost: $375-$469/week
PhoneNumber: (303)651-8404
Website: longmontcolorado.gov/ departments/departments-n-z/ recreation-services/activities/daycamp
MUSEUMOFBOULDER
–CREATINGATIME CAPSULETOYOURSELF
SUMMERCAMPATTHE
MUSEUMOFBOULDER
Category: Arts&Music
OutdoorAdventures
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): June
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/one-day-found-art-campwith-sweetbird-studio
wheelstoroadriding.Wecombine afungroupsettingwith specializedequipment,tailored cyclinglessons,andincredible instructorstobuildconfidenceand getthemosttentativekidstoride ontheirown.
CampDates: CampsrunMonday throughFridayweeklyfromMay 30untilAug.18.Registrationfor eachweekclosesSundaybefore atnoon.
Ages: 2-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder, DenverMetroArea
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.13
Cost: $230-$325
PhoneNumber: (720)871-8950
Website: pedalheads.com
mysteriestosolve.Comeplaywith RenaissanceAdventures’expert gamemastersandstorycrafters!
CampDates: June5-9,July5-7
Ages: 10-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July3
Cost: $320-$599
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Pedalheadsisa learn-to-ridebike campknownfor takingkidsfrom trainingwheelstotwo
Yourchildisthehero ofamythicquestin anincrediblyfunand award-winning experience!Insmall groupsoflikeages, heroesreadmaps,solvemysteries &riddles,overcomedynamic challenges,andbattleusingsafe, foamswords.AdventureQuestis designedtodevelopteamwork, criticalthinking.
CampDates: May30-Aug.18
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.18
Cost: $212-$599.Scholarships available
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Fortheyoungest adventurers!Journey intoaco-created storywhereevery decisionmatters.Do youdareexplorethe jungleruins?Canyouout-riddle theicedragon?Insmallgroupsof sixchildren,theheroesfollow treasuremaps,solvemysteries andriddles,overcomedynamic challenges,andbattle
CampDates: June12-16
Ages: 6-8
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June11
Cost: $530
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Exploreandcreatean adventureinthe fantasyworldofone ofthemostpopular tabletoprole-playing games.Thehero’s journeyisfullofchallenges–dangerousbeasts,mythical monsters,negotiations,and
Intrepidadventuresin space!StarQuestisa sciencefiction themedlive-action role-playinggame. Participantsband togetherinsmallgroupsoflike agetodiscoverstrangenew worlds,overcomedynamic challenges,negotiateintergalactic treaties,andbattleusing beanbagsandfoamswords.
CampDates: June26-30, July24-28
Ages: 10-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July22
Cost: $599
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
memorable.
CampDates: June5-Aug.11
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $219-$539
PhoneNumber: (303)317-3770
Website: thespotgym. com/summer-camp?utm_ source=raised_in_the_ rockies&utm_medium=advertising
TheKnightCIT (Counselor-inTraining)offeringat Renaissance Adventuresisa uniqueleadership programwhereteensbecome mentorstogroupsofyoungerkids andassistantstoouradult counselors.Onceteenshave attendedKnightCITtraining,they canparticipateasaCITduringour summercamps.
CampDates: Weeklysessions fromMay30-Aug.18
Ages: 14-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: May21
Cost: $160-$300perweek
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
TheprogramatRocky MountainDayCamp isbuiltforFUN!
Campersbuild confidenceand self-esteemthrougha widevarietyofactivitiesincluding sports,music,artsandcraftsand STEM.Everyactivityweofferis conductedbyourexpertstaffinan ageandabilityappropriate manner.
Dates: March27-31,May30-Aug.4
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: July23
Cost: $420-$525perweek. (2weekminimum)
PhoneNumber: (303)956-7813
Website: rockymtndaycamp.com
RockClimbing SummerCamp
TheSpot'sclimbing SummerCamps haveeverything yourchildneeds tostayactiveandengagedthis summer.Participantswillbuild climbingskills,confidenceand friendshipswhileparticipating inartsandcraftsprojects,team buildingactivitiesandeverything thatmakessummercampsso
Spendthesummer exploringColorado's wildplaces!Weoffer fun,hands-onoutdoor campsinworldclass openspace.Catch critters,learnsurvivalskills,create natureart,andmore.Joinusfora summerofpondmucking,fort building,andcreeksplashing adventure.Kidsgrowbetterin nature!
CampDates: May30-Aug.15
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder,Lafayette
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.4
Cost: $899pertwoweeksession
PhoneNumber: (303)499-3647
Website: thornenature.org/rockies
REGISTERTODAY
Campofficeat(719)748-3279bluemountainranch.com Rappelling•HorsebackRiding•Swimming•RopesCourse•Canoeingandmore… June10th toJune25th |June28th toJuly19th |July22nd toAug6th
40YEARS
ofDELIVERINGAWARD-WINNINGSTEMEDUCATION 1983-2023
Joyfulfull-dayK-3 campsforwhole brain,wholeperson, wholesummerfun!
Project-based outdoornature/ gardening,friendship-building, innovation,problem-solving,SEL, music,whole-bodymovement, arts,culture,fieldtrips,STEM, creativity,andmore!Chefpreparedmeals,before/aftercare too!
CampDates: May29-Aug.11, (11weeklysessions)
Ages: 5-8
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Louisville,Lafayette
K-12SummerCampsandHighSchoolClasses
Half-DayandFull-DayWeek-LongSTEMPrograms
CUBOULDER|CUANSCHUTZ
June5-August4
Limitedfullandpartialscholarshipsavailable.
REGISTERONLINE:colorado.edu/sciencediscovery
RegistrationDeadline: May20
Cost:$400-$760
PhoneNumber: (303)666-1950
Website: treehouselearning.com/ contact
Adventure
Backpackingand Climbisamulti-sport adventurecoursefor middleschoolers. Duringthisprogram, participantswillhaveachanceto backpack,camp,andclimbinthe scenicandwildbackcountryof Wyoming.
Dates: July18-24
Ages: 11-13
Gender: Female
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: MedicineBow, Wyoming
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $1,200
PhoneNumber: (303)938-9191
Website: womenswilderness.org/ programs/adventure-backpackand-climb
DiscoverNatureis theperfect introductiontothe outdoors.Activities includehikes, climbing,artprojects, andgamesinthefoothillsofthe Rockies.Includedisanoptional
overnightcampatGoldenGate CanyonStateParkThursdayFriday.
Dates: June5-9,
Ages: 8-10
Gender: Female Type: Day,OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: April21
Cost: $633
PhoneNumber: (303)938-9191
Website: womenswilderness. org/programs/discover-natureboulder-session-1
DiscoverNatureis theperfect introductiontothe outdoors.Activities includehikes, climbing,artprojects, andgamesinthefoothillsofthe Rockies.Includedisanoptional overnightcampatGoldenGate CanyonStateParkThursdayFriday.
Dates: June12-16
Ages: 8-10
AdventureCar Campingoffers middleschoolersan opportunitytodip theirtoesinto backpackingand hiking,withallthecomfortsofcar camping.Onthis4daytrip participantslearnaboutleadership andteambuilding.
Dates: June27-30
Ages: 11-13
Gender: Female
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: GoldenGate
Canyon
RegistrationDeadline: May8
Cost: $600
PhoneNumber: (303)938-9191
Website: womenswilderness.org/ programs/adventure-car-camping
Gender: Female Type: Day,OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: April28
Cost: $633
PhoneNumber: (303)938-9191
Website: womenswilderness. org/programs/discover-natureboulder-session-2
Duringthisseven-daycourse, participantswillconfront challengingterrainandbuild foundationalbackcountryskills, suchasnavigation,campcraft,and backcountrycooking.
Dates: July6,-12
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Female
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: RockyMountain
NationalPark
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $833
PhoneNumber: (303)938-9191
Website: womenswilderness.org/ programs/high-peaks-expedition
Dates: Aug.4-6
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Female Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Varies
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $1,050
PhoneNumber: (303)938-9191
Website: womenswilderness.org/ programs/white-water-raftingexpedition
Type: Overnightcamp
Location: Bailey
CampMonth(s): June,July,August
Website: ymcacampsantamaria. org
Type: DayCamp
Location: Boulder,Loveland
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: ymcanoco.org/summercamps
Thiscourseisfor newlygraduated seniorswhoare hopingtofindsome quiet,clarity,and connectionbefore theyheadoffintocollege.Inthis coursegraduateswillbuild foundationalbackpackingskills, buildcommunity,andreconnect withthemselvesandnature.
Dates: Aug.2-8
Ages: 17-18
Gender: Female
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: LostCreek
Wilderness
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $833
PhoneNumber: (303)938-9191
Website: womenswilderness.org/ programs/pre-college-collectiveexpedition
HighPeaksColorado isanimmersive backpacking experienceforhigh schoolstudents.
Duringthis3day course,participants willfloatontheriver andbuildfoundational backcountryskills, learnhowtoreadthe river,andenjoynaturefromanew perspective.Thiscourseisgreatfor thoselookingtotrysomethingnew.
Ouruniqueapproach totheaterbuilds inclusivecommunity andstrengthens confidence!Whether yourchildwantsto actonstage,supportbackstage, orcontributemusicaltalentstoa scene,there’ssomethingfor everyone!Studentsworkwith adultandteeninstructorstoadapt andstageapublicshow!
CampDates: June5-16; June19-30;July10-14;July17-28
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
RegistrationDeadline: May31
Cost: $180-$325
PhoneNumber: (720)263-0836
Website: backstorytheatre.org/ bsta-classes
BACKSTORYTHEATRE AWESOMEAUDITION SKILLS
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): August
Website: hisawyer.com/backstorytheatre/schedules?location_
id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
BACKSTORYTHEATRE GREEKGODSMINIMUSICAL
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): July
Website: hisawyer.com/backstorytheatre/schedules?location_ id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
BACKSTORYTHEATRE KINDERGARTENPREP THROUGHTHEATREW/ BACKSTORYTHEATRE
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): August
Website: hisawyer.com/backstorytheatre/schedules?location_ id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
BACKSTORYTHEATRE TEENTAKEOVERWITH BACKSTORYTHEATRE
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: hisawyer.com/backstory-
theatre/schedules?location_
id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
BACKSTORYTHEATRE THEATREGAMES(AGES
6-12)WITHBACKSTORY THEATRE
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: hisawyer.com/backstorytheatre/schedules?location_ id%5B%5D=2775&schedule_ id=camps
KAIROSWELLNESS COLLECTIVE
HEALINGINTENSIVE OCDCAMPS
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): July
Website: kairoswellnesscollective.com
COLORADO CONSERVATORY OFDANCE SUMMERDANCECAMPS
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: ccdance.org/ summercamps
COMMUNITYSAILING OFCOLORADO LEARNTOSAILCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder Reservoir,CherryCreekReservoir
CampMonth(s): June,July,August
Website: communitysailing.org
COMMUNITYSAILING OFCOLORADO LITTLEPUFFSSAILING CAMP(AGES5-6)
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderReservoir, CherryCreekReservoir
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: communitysailing.org
COMMUNITYSAILING OFCOLORADO SUP+KAYAK+SAILING CAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: CherryCreek Reservoir
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: communitysailing.org
Category: OutdoorAdventures,
COMMUNITYSAILING OFCOLORADO SUP+KAYAK+ WINDSURFCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderReservoir
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: communitysailing.org
COMMUNITYSAILING OFCOLORADO TEENSONLYLEARNTO
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderReservoir, CherryCreekReservoir CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: communitysailing.org
SCOPEsummercamp isarecreational programforadults withspecialneeds. Enjoyactivitiessuch asswimming, bowling,crafts,andlocalparkfield trips.Notadaycareprogram. OfferedMondaythroughThursday, 9a.m.to1:30p.m.,withdaily enrollment.
CampDates: June5-July27
Ages: 18&up
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: June30 Cost: $33-$41/day
PhoneNumber: (303)651-8404
Website: longmontcolorado.gov/ departments/departments-n-z/ recreation-services/activities/ scope-therapeutic-recreation
–SCOPETEENCAMP
SCOPETeencampis arecreational programfor individualsages13to 17withspecialneeds. Enjoyactivitiessuch asswimming,bowling,crafts,and localparkfieldtrips.Registrationis takenperday,selectoneormore dayseachweek.Mondaythrough
Dosomethingdifferentthissummerandcreateabreakto rememberbysigningupforAwesomeNinjaCamp!
FULLDayCampsOfferedALLweeksofSummer excluding1stweekofJuly 5Dayor3Dayprograms
Thursday,9a.m.to1:30p.m.Nota daycareprogram.
CampDates: June5-July27
Ages: 13-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: June30
Cost: $33-$41/day
PhoneNumber: (303)651-8404
Website: longmontcolorado.gov/ departments/departments-n-z/ recreation-services/activities/ scope-therapeutic-recreation
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
Cost: $749
PhoneNumber: (720)263-0836
Website: abckidsboulder.com/ outdoor-summer-camps
Airborneisagymnasticsand dancecenterinLongmont.We offersomethingforeveryone inthesummer!Gymnastics& Ninjacamp:8:30a.m.toNoon, Themecamp:1to4:30p.m.,Lunch bunchinbetween(4to12years). PrincessCamp(3to6years),and MusicalTheatercampwithour professionalDanceinstructors(7 to14years).
CampDates: May31-Aug.11
Ages: 4-12
Gender: Coeducational
ABCKidsClimbingwillbeoffering IndoorCampeveryweekforthe Summerof2023.Weeklythemes forcampandactivitiesarealways evolving!Themeweeksinclude: SuperstarWeek,JungleJam andDefyGravityWeek.Half-day, fullday,3-dayand5-daycamp optionsavailable.
Camperswillhavethe opportunityto participateinthemed campsthatoffer cookingtheGreat AmericanBBQ,learnaboutartists andengaginginprojectsthatuse thosemediums,creatingand performingaplayduringdrama week,andplayingsportssuchas soccer,golf,cornhole,yoga,and basketball!
Dates: June20-23CulinaryWeek
June26-30KidsFineArtFestival
July10-14SummeronStage
July17-21WideWorldofSports
Ages: 6-11
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
RegistrationDeadline: May31
Cost: $250
PhoneNumber: (303)466-8365
Website: broomfieldumc.org/ raisedintherockies.com
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June
Website: harhashem.org/camp.html
CampDates: May30–June2, June5–9,June12–16,June19–23, June26–30,July10–14,July17–21, July24–28,July31–Aug.4,Aug.
7–11
Ages: 5-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
Cost: $299-$539
PhoneNumber: (720)263-0836
Website: backstorytheatre.org/ bsta-classes
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.10
Cost: $57percampblock
PhoneNumber: (303)651-1456
Website: airbornecolorado.com/ camps
Ultimateisafast-movingsportthat combineselementsoffootball, soccer,andbasketballandis playedwithaflyingdisc.Camps areco-edandaregreatfornew andexperiencedplayers;youonly needrunningshoesorsoccerstylecleats.
Category: Sports
Dates: June5-8,June12-15,June 19-23,June26-30,July10-13,July 17-20,July24-27
Ages: 7-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
RegistrationDeadline: June3
Cost: $230-$450
PhoneNumber: (720)917-4139
Website: altitudeyouthultimate.org/ play/summer-camps
TheBoulderRock Club'sexpert instructorswillteach essentialrisk managementskills andclimbingtechniqueinafun, supportive,andmotivating environment.Campsaredesigned tochallengebothbeginnerand experiencedclimbers.Campsare forages6-12and12+,in1,2,3, and5dayofferings.
Dates:
SingleDayCampsforages6-12: 5/30,5/31,6/1,6/2,7/5,7/6,and 7/7
3-and2-DayCampsforages6-12: 6/5-9,6/19-23,7/10-14,7/24-28
3-and2-DayCampsforages12+ 6/12-16,7/17-21,and7/31-8/4
GirlsWeeklong(5Day): 6/26-30,7/26-30,8/7-11
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.11
Cost: $110-$550
PhoneNumber: (303)865-3557
Website: boulderrockclub.com/ programs/youth/summer-camps
ABCKidsOutdoorSummerCamps aredesignedforchildren7and uptoexperienceoutdoorclimbing inanengaging,supportive,and responsibleway.LedbyABC’s AMGAcertifiedguides,campers exploreBoulderingandTop Ropingthevariousrocktypesand climbingmovementsofEldorado Canyon,TheFlatironsandBoulder Canyon.
CampDates: June5–9,June 12–16,June19–23,June26–30, July5-8,July10–14,July17–21, July24–28,July31–Aug.4,Aug.
7–11
Ages: 7+
BixbySummerCamp isaplay-basedcamp setonBixby’s beautiful3-acre campusthatcenters aroundcreativityand lotsofoutdoorplay.BixbySummer isopenforcampersentering Kindergartenthrough6thgrade. Enjoyartsandcrafts,weeklyfield trips,andswimminginourindoor pool.Lunchisprovided.
CampDates: June5-Aug.18
Ages: K-6thgrade
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: May1
Cost: $475-$575
PhoneNumber: (303)494-7508
Website: bixbyschool.org/ programs/summer-camp
AtfiveBVSDsummer hubs,enjoyoneweek,half-day EnrichmentCamps fromJune5-July28. BVSDLifelongLearningwilloffer hundredsofmorningorafternoon EnrichmentCampsincluding skateboarding,robotics,chess, filmmaking,cooking,LEGOand muchmore!
CampDates: June5-9,June12-16, June20-23,June26-30,July1014,July17-21,July24-28
Ages: 5-16
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: July18
Cost: $220-$275
PhoneNumber: (720)561-5968
Website: bouldervalley.augusoft. net/index.cfm?fuseaction=1010&&
DANCECAMP
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: CopperMountain
CampMonth(s): June-July
Website: .camptelaphiba.com
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: CopperMountain
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: camptelaphiba.com
COMMUNITYSAILING OFCOLORADO LEARNTOSAILCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations (BoulderReservoirandCherry CreekReservoir)
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: communitysailing.org
COMMUNITYSAILING OFCOLORADO LITTLEPUFFSSAILING CAMP(AGES5-6)
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations (BoulderReservoirandCherry CreekReservoir)
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: communitysailing.org
COMMUNITYSAILING OFCOLORADOSUP+ KAYAK+SAILINGCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: CherryCreekReservoir
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: communitysailing.org
COMMUNITYSAILING OFCOLORADO SUP+KAYAK+ WINDSURFCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderReservoir
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: communitysailing.org
COMMUNITYSAILING OFCOLORADO
Type: DayCamp CampLocation: BoulderReservoir, CherryCreekReservoir CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: communitysailing.org
Thisistheopportunitytolearn yourfavoritesportsfromthe ColoradoBuffaloes.CUAthletics willofferSummerSportsCamps forthefollowingsports:football, basketball,golf,volleyball, lacrosse,tennis,spiritandsoccer.
Category: Sports
Dates: June-July
Ages: Kindergarten-12thGrade
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July22
Cost: $100-$650
PhoneNumber: (303)492-6843
Website: cubuffs.com/camps
Week-longdaycamps,Monday throughFriday,8:30a.m.to4p.m. Sports,art,science,technology andmore.Morethan100campsto choosefrom.Fullhot/coldlunchin ourdininghall.Takeabreakand cooloffinthepooldaily.Voted oneofthetopcampsinBoulder County!
Dates: June5-9,June12-16,June 20-23,June26-30,July10-14,July 17-21,July24-28
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Lafayette
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $420-$600
PhoneNumber: (303)381-0450
Website: dawsonschool.org/ summer
ROCKSOLIDSKILLS& POSITIONTRAINING
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderCounty: Superior,Erie
CampMonth(s): June
Website: flatironsvbc.com
Frompreschool backyardcampto classesinmusic, STEM,art,CITand sports,Friends
Schooloffersoneofthemost popularsummerprogramsin
Boulderforstudentsages3to14 years.Choosefromavarietyof half-dayandfull-daysummer classes.Camppackagesavailable.
Dates: June5-July28
Ages: 3-14
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $225-$375perweek
PhoneNumber: (303)499-1999
Website: friendsschoolboulder. org/programs/summer-programs
Learnandplay multiplesportsdaily, whichmayinclude basketball,lacrosse, volleyball,field hockey,softball, soccer,tennis,andmoreinawarm andspiritedcampenvironment. Welcominggirlsofallskilllevels enteringKindergartenthrough8th gradeinthefall.
CampDates: June5-9,June12-16, June20-23,June26-30,July5-7, July10-14,July17-21,July24-28
Ages: Kindergarten-8thgrade
Gender: Female
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July21
Cost: $410-$450
PhoneNumber: (720)893-2386
Website: gameonsports4girlsboulder.com
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): July
Website: kairoswellnesscollective.com
Summerfunisback!Thissummer, June2023,theLongmont ClimbingCollectiveSummerCamp programkicksintohighgear.Join yourfavoriteLCCcoachesfor endlessclimbing,slackliningand games.
CampDates: June5-9, June12-16,June19-23,June
26-30,July10-14,July17-21,July 24-28,July31-Aug.4,Aug.7-11
Ages: 4-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: June2
Cost: $222.50-$360.50
PhoneNumber: (720)340-3640
Website: longmontclimbingcollective.com/ kids/summer-camps
–BEGINNERFENCING
CampMonth(s): May-August
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: ncfencers.org/ summercamps
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder, DenverMetroArea
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.13
Cost: $230-$325
PhoneNumber: (720)871-8950
Website: pedalheads.com
Yourchildisthehero ofamythicquestin anincrediblyfunand award-winning experience!Insmall groupsoflikeages, heroesreadmaps,solvemysteries &riddles,overcomedynamic challenges,andbattleusingsafe, foamswords.AdventureQuestis designedtodevelopteamwork, criticalthinking.
CampDates: May30-Aug.18
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.18
Cost: $212-$599.Scholarships available
Pedalheadsisa learn-to-ridebike campknownfor takingkidsfrom trainingwheelstotwo wheelstoroadriding. Wecombineafungroupsetting withspecializedequipment, tailoredcyclinglessons,and incredibleinstructorstobuild confidenceandgetthemost tentativekidstorideontheirown.
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Fortheyoungest adventurers!Journey intoaco-created storywhereevery decisionmatters.Do youdareexplorethe jungleruins?Canyouout-riddle theicedragon?Insmallgroupsof sixchildren,theheroesfollow treasuremaps,solvemysteries andriddles,overcomedynamic challenges,andbattle
CampDates: June12-16
Ages: 6-8
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June11
Cost: $530
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
CampDates: CampsrunMonday throughFridayweeklyfromMay 30untilAug.18.Registrationfor eachweekclosesSundaybefore atnoon.
Ages: 2-12
Gender: Coeducational
Exploreandcreatean adventureinthe fantasyworldofone ofthemostpopular tabletoprole-playing games.Thehero’s journeyisfullofchallenges–dangerousbeasts,mythical monsters,negotiations,and mysteriestosolve.Comeplaywith RenaissanceAdventures’expert gamemastersandstorycrafters!
CampDates: June5-9,July5-7
Ages: 10-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July3
Cost: $320-$599
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Intrepidadventuresin space!StarQuestisa sciencefiction themedlive-action role-playinggame. Participantsband togetherinsmallgroupsoflike agetodiscoverstrangenew worlds,overcomedynamic challenges,negotiateintergalactic treaties,andbattleusing beanbagsandfoamswords.
CampDates: June26-30, July24-28
Ages: 10-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July22
Cost: $599
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
TheprogramatRocky MountainDayCamp isbuiltforFUN! Campersbuild confidenceand
self-esteemthroughawidevariety ofactivitiesincludingsports,music, artsandcraftsandSTEM.Every activityweofferisconductedby ourexpertstaffinanageand abilityappropriatemanner.
Dates: March27-31,May30-Aug.4
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: July23
Cost: $420-$525perweek. (2weekminimum)
PhoneNumber: (303)956-7813
Website: rockymtndaycamp.com
WelcometoBoulder County’spremier TennisCamps!
RMTCoffersfull andhalfdaycamps centeringontennis andfeaturingafulllineupof sportsandactivitieswithfocuson athleticdevelopment.Ourpopular tennisandartscampisbackas wellasourhighlyacclaimed,high performancetenniscampwith assessment.
CampDates: May30-Aug.11
Ages: 4-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder,Superior
RegistrationDeadline: May28
Cost: $175-$400
PhoneNumber: (303)449-5033
Website: rmtenniscenter.com
EarlyChildhood Camps(Ages3-6) offer9weeksofcare featuringoutdoor time,crafts,water playandmore.Fullandhalf-day optionsavailable.
Lower&MiddleSchoolCamps include:Handwork:makepuppets andplayoutside;Circus:unicycle, aerialsilks,juggling;andSports: skill-buildingandscrimmages.
CampDates: June5-July17
Ages: PreK-12thgrade
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: May31
Cost: $250-$500
PhoneNumber: (512)579-0973
Website: shiningmountainwaldorf.org programs/summer-camps
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): June-August
CampLocation: Firestone
Website: Skyhawks.fun/ritr
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): June-August
CampLocation: Boulder Website: squarestateskate.com
RockClimbing
SummerCamp
TheSpot'sclimbing
SummerCamps haveeverythingyour childneedstostay activeandengagedthissummer. Participantswillbuildclimbing skills,confidenceandfriendships whileparticipatinginartsandcrafts projects,teambuildingactivities andeverythingthatmakessummer campssomemorable.
CampDates: June5-Aug.11
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $219-$539
PhoneNumber: (303)317-3770
Website: thespotgym. com/summer-camp?utm_ source=raised_in_the_ rockies&utm_medium=advertising
SOCCERCAMP
Type: DayCamp,OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: cubuffs.com/ sports/2018/11/12/colorado-soccercamps.aspx
XTREMEALTITUDE GYMNASTICS
GYMNASTICSCAMP
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Lafayette, Colorado
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: app.iclasspro.com/portal/ xagym/dashboard
YMCAOF
NORTHERN COLORADO
–SPORTSCLINICS
Type: DayCamp
Location: Lafayette,Johnstown
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: .ymcanoco.org/ summer-camps
YMCAOF NORTHERN COLORADO
–YRIDERSCYCLINGCAMP
Type: DayCamp
Location: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: ymcanoco.org/summercamps/boulder-valleycamps/y-riders-cycling-camp
BlueMountainRanch isaprivatelyowned summercamp.For thepast77yearsBlue MountainRanchhas beenenrichinglives ofchildrenfromacrossthecounty andglob.Foundedontheideaof participationovercompetition, providingawelcoming environmentforall.Wearethe campyou’vebeenlookingfor!
CampDates: June10-25,June28 -July19;July22-Aug.6
Ages: 7-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Florissant,CO
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $1,800to$10,000
PhoneNumber: (719)748-3279
Website: bluemountainranch.com
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Golden
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: campgranitelake.com
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderCounty
CampMonth(s): May-August
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June
Website: harhashem.org/camp.html
OutfitExpeditions invitesyounger trekkersseekingan introductionto camping,aconnection withnature,anda meaningfulplacewithintheir community;Outfitoffersa “foundationoffirsts.”Weinvite youthwhoareinterestedin learningmoreaboutthemselves andtheworldaround.Trekon!
CampDates: June24-July10; July20-Aug.5
Ages: 10-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $3,450.ScholarshipsAvailable
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Erie CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: exploringmindsacademy.com
FlagstaffAcademy SummerCamp
TheFlagstaff AcademyDragon Flightsummercamp programoffersthe perfectblendofweeklyfieldtrips andon-siteactivitiesforcampers agesfiveto15.Groupingcampers bygradeallowsustocaterto activitiestoeachagegroup. OnlineregistrationopensMarch 20.
CampDates: June1-July21
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: March31
Cost: $45-$50/Day
PhoneNumber: (303)217-6764
Website: flagstaffacademy.org/ apps/pages/summer-camps
Frompreschool backyardcampto classesinmusic, STEM,art,CITand sports,Friends
Schooloffersoneofthemost popularsummerprogramsin Boulderforstudentsages3to14 years.Choosefromavarietyof half-dayandfull-daysummer classes.Camppackagesavailable.
Dates: June5-July28
Ages: 3-14
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $225-$375perweek
PhoneNumber: (303)499-1999
Website: friendsschoolboulder. org/programs/summer-programs
Withasingle,family registrationfee,enroll inonlythespecific daysthatYOUneed inthisstate-licensed summerdaycamp.Weekly themes,field-trips,swimmingtwice aweek,andacceptsCCAP.7a.m. to5:30p.m.,Mondaythrough Friday(noJuly4).Easyonline self-service,includingadding/ cancellingdays.
CampDates: May30-Aug.4
Ages: 5-10
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: July18
Cost: $47-$58perday
PhoneNumber: (303)651-8404
Website: longmontcolorado.gov/ departments/departments-n-z/ recreation-services/activities/daycamp
Joinusforaweekof adventuresandfield tripfunoneormore timesthroughoutthe summer.Weekly themes.MondaythroughFriday,9 a.m.to4p.m.Wraparoundcareis notavailableforthistweens-only experienceandenrollmentis full-weekonly.Spaceislimited!
CampDates: June5-Aug.4
Ages: 11-12
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
Learnandplay multiplesportsdaily, whichmayinclude basketball,lacrosse, volleyball,field hockey,softball, soccer,tennis,andmoreinawarm andspiritedcampenvironment. Welcominggirlsofallskilllevels enteringKindergartenthrough8th gradeinthefall.
CampDates: June5-9,June12-16, June20-23,June26-30,July5-7, July10-14,July17-21,July24-28
Ages: Kindergarten-8thgrade
Gender: Female
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July21
Cost: $410-$450
PhoneNumber: (720)893-2386
Website: gameonsports4girlsboulder.com
Type: OvernightCamp
CampMonth(s): June-August
CampLocation: Keystone
Website: keystonescienceschool.org
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: July18 Cost: $375-$469/week
PhoneNumber: (303)651-8404
Website: longmontcolorado.gov/ departments/departments-n-z/ recreation-services/activities/daycamp
Lotsofoutdoorfun andadventure.Each weekisadifferent themewithactivities andfieldtripstolocal attractions.In-housechallengesto entertainandeducateyourchild. Splashdaystwiceaweek.Healthy snacksprovided.Half-day,full-day,
andextended-dayschedules.
CampDates:
June5-9:PotteryPower
June12-16:prehistoricadventure
June19-23:PawsomePets
June26-30:Ukulele
July5-7:Ukulele
July10-14:CulinaryCamp
July17-21:InspiringArtists
July24-28:CreativeMovement
July31-Aug.4:DeepSea Adventures
Aug.7-11:CaptureSummer
Ages: 2-1/2-5
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: June1
Cost: $255-$475perweek
PhoneNumber: (303)800-0324
Website: offbroadwaypreschool.org
monsters,negotiations,and mysteriestosolve.Comeplaywith RenaissanceAdventures’expert gamemastersandstorycrafters!
CampDates: June5-9,July5-7
Ages: 10-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July3
Cost: $320-$599
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Yourchildisthehero ofamythicquestin anincrediblyfunand award-winning experience!Insmall groupsoflikeages, heroesreadmaps,solvemysteries &riddles,overcomedynamic challenges,andbattleusingsafe, foamswords.AdventureQuestis designedtodevelopteamwork, criticalthinking.
CampDates: May30-Aug.18
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.18
Cost: $212-$599.Scholarships available
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
TheKnightCIT (Counselor-inTraining)offeringat Renaissance Adventuresisa
uniqueleadershipprogramwhere teensbecomementorstogroups ofyoungerkidsandassistantsto ouradultcounselors.Onceteens haveattendedKnightCITtraining, theycanparticipateasaCIT duringoursummercamps.
CampDates: Weeklysessions fromMay30-Aug.18
Ages: 14-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: May21
Cost: $160-$300perweek
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
ROCKYMOUNTAIN DAYCAMP
TheprogramatRocky MountainDayCamp isbuiltforFUN! Campersbuild confidenceand self-esteemthroughawidevariety ofactivitiesincludingsports,music, artsandcraftsandSTEM.Every activityweofferisconductedby ourexpertstaffinanageand abilityappropriatemanner.
Exploreandcreatean adventureinthe fantasyworldofone ofthemostpopular tabletoprole-playing games.Thehero’s journeyisfullofchallenges–dangerousbeasts,mythical
Summer2023
Dates: March27-31,May30-Aug.4
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: July23
Cost: $420-$525perweek.
(2weekminimum)
PhoneNumber: (303)956-7813
Website: rockymtndaycamp.com
1or2-weeks 1/2orfullday ages18mo to18yrs!
Proudnon-profitbasedinBroomfieldforover15years! WeuseTHEATREtobuildconfidence,inclusion, communication&life-longpro-socialskills backstorytheatre.orgfacebook.com/BST instagram.com/backstorytheatre(720)263-0836
WePromoteHealthy&FunActivitiesforour CampExplorers(5-9-year-olds)
•100MileClub:Activelifestyleswithourversionofthisaward-winningprogram
•ArtClub:Enhancefinemotorskillsandpromoteself-expressionwith creativeprojects
•CookingClub:Layfoundationforhealthyeatingwithdelicious child-maderecipes
•ScienceClub:Excitingexperimentssupportorganizationskills, criticalthinking,andexplorationofsenses.
•LegoClub:Learnengineeringfundamentalsandadventure
•FieldTrips:Groupoutingstopromotesocial-emotionalskillsandcamaraderie CampMiniExplorers(2½-5yearsold)
•In-housefieldtrips
•Splashdays •Gardening •Science,Art,andCooking
ExploringMindsAcademy 4051NECountyLineRd.,Erie,CO80516 (720)637-1988•exploringmindsacademy.com
EarlyChildhood Camps(Ages3-6) offer9weeksofcare featuringoutdoor time,crafts,water playandmore.Full andhalf-dayoptionsavailable.
Lower&MiddleSchoolCamps include:Handwork:makepuppets andplayoutside;Circus:unicycle, aerialsilks,juggling;andSports: skill-buildingandscrimmages.
CampDates: June5-July17
Ages: PreK-12thgrade
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: May31
Cost: $250-$500
PhoneNumber: (512)579-0973
Website: shiningmountainwaldorf.org programs/summer-camps
DiscoverNatureis theperfect introductiontothe outdoors.Activities includehikes, climbing,artprojects, andgamesinthefoothillsofthe Rockies.Includedisanoptional overnightcampatGoldenGate CanyonStateParkThursdayFriday.
Dates: June5-9,
Ages: 8-10
Gender: Female
Type: Day,OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: April21
Cost: $633
PhoneNumber: (303)938-9191
Website: womenswilderness. org/programs/discover-natureboulder-session-1
DiscoverNatureisthe perfectintroductionto theoutdoors. Activitiesinclude hikes,climbing,art projects,andgames inthefoothillsoftheRockies.
Includedisanoptionalovernight campatGoldenGateCanyonState ParkThursday-Friday.
–whereoldandnewfriendsmeet, learnandthrive.Activitiesinclude campsongsandcheers,nature activities,archery,gagaball,sports andgames,ColorWars,STEM,arts andhumanitiesandmuchmore.
Dates: May30-Aug.11
Ages: EnteringKindergarten throughentering6thgrade (mustbeatleast5yearsold)
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Berthoud, Boulder,Broomfield,Johnstown, Lafayette,Longmont,Loveland
RegistrationDeadline: Ongoing Cost: $273-$409
PhoneNumber: 303-664-5455
Website: ymcanoco.org/summercamps
June26-30KidsFineArtFestival, July10-14SummeronStage, July17-21WideWorldofSports
Ages: 6-11
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
RegistrationDeadline: May31
Cost: $250
PhoneNumber: (303)466-8365
Website: broomfieldumc.org/ raisedintherockies.com
Thissummerbecome anAmericanNinja Warrior(orjusthave funlikeone!).All aspectsofninja-ing covered:Swings,grip, balance,agility,body-awareness, strength,parkour,gymnastics. PracticeonauthenticninjaobstaclesjustliketheTV-show, and"BeatThatWall".Allabilitylevelswelcome!
CampDates: June5-9,June12-16,June19-23, June26-30,July5-7,July10-14, July17-21,July24-28,July31Aug.4,Aug.7-11
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.6
Cost: $249-$380
PhoneNumber: (303)485-1000
Website: warriorplayground.com/ camps
Dates: June12-16
Ages: 8-10
Gender: Female Type: Day,OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: April28
Cost: $633
PhoneNumber: (303)938-9191
Website: womenswilderness. org/programs/discover-natureboulder-session-2
Camperswillhavethe opportunityto participateinthemed campsthatoffer cookingtheGreat AmericanBBQ,learn aboutartistsandengagingin projectsthatusethosemediums, creatingandperformingaplay duringdramaweek,andplaying sportssuchassoccer,golf,corn hole,yoga,andbasketball!
Dates: June20-23CulinaryWeek,
Joinusthissummer forweeksfullof activitiesforkidsages 5to12toimmerse themselvesinthe worldofinvertebrates andscience!Rosie'sDiscovery CampsatButterflyPavilionare designedtoprovidememorable experiencesthroughhands-on animalencounters,craftsand activities.
CampDates: June5-9:Junior Zookeeper,June12-16:Spider Week,June19-23:SurvivalStories, June26-30:AquaticAdventures, July5-7:PowerfulPollinators,July 10-14:JuniorZookeeper,July17-21: SpiderWeek,July24-28Survival Stories,July31-Aug.4:Aquatic Adventures,Aug.7-11:Nature Explorers
Ages: 5-12
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Westminster
RegistrationDeadline: June1 Cost: $295
PhoneNumber: (720)974-1877
Website: butterflies.org/summercamp PRESENTS
JointheYthis summerforafun, enrichingtraditional daycampexperience
OfferingaWholeBrain,Whole Personapproachtosupport children'sbalancedcognitive, social-emotional&physical development Alsoenrollingforinfant, toddler,preschooland kindergartenprograms!
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Broomfield
CampMonth(s): June,July
Website: ccdance.org/ summercamps
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: BoulderCounty
CampMonth(s): May-August
Website: coloradomountainranch.com
Thelongestrunning trekattheGulch; PrairieTrekhasan extensivehistoryof bringingyoung male-identifying14-16 yearoldsintochallengingand beautifulspaces.PrairieTrek trekkersself-discovertheirown identitiesthroughcollaborationwith communitypartners,outdoor adventureandcommunityliving.
CampDates: June30-Aug.5
Ages: 14-16
Gender: Male
Type: OvernightCamp
Thistrekisgeared towardsyouthwitha passionforgrowing, cookingand discovering ingredientsthatcreatenourishing, deliciousandbeautifulmeals. Trekkerswilllearnaboutthe historyandcultureoffoodinthe southwest,workwithlocalfarms andcollaboratetocreateone-of-akindmeals.
CampDates: July20-Aug.9
Ages: 14-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
andVariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $4,600.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $6,550.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
membersofagreatercommunity, withanemphasisonaccountability andmindfulnessandleadership throughwildernessadventure.
CampDates: June30-Aug.5
Ages: 14-16
Gender: Female
Type: OvernightCamp
CampLocation: Thoreau,NM
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $6,550.Scholarships available.
PhoneNumber: (505)248-0563
Website: cottonwoodgulch.org
Week-longdaycamps,Monday throughFriday,8:30a.m.to4p.m. Sports,art,science,technology andmore.Morethan100campsto choosefrom.Fullhot/coldlunchin ourdininghall.Takeabreakand cooloffinthepooldaily.Voted oneofthetopcampsinBoulder County!
Dates: June5-9,June12-16,June 20-23,June26-30,July10-14,July 17-21,July24-28
Ages: 5-15
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Lafayette
RegistrationDeadline: May15
Cost: $420-$600
PhoneNumber: (303)381-0450
Website: dawsonschool.org/ summer
Joinusforacooking campatFoodLab! Campthemesare Asia,Baking,Italyand Mexico+Beyond. Morning9a.m.to Noonandafternoon1to4p.m. sessions.Seeourwebsitefor menudetailsandtogetsignedup!
JuniperHillRanchCampisthe bestplaceforgirlsages8to12 tospendtimewithfriendlyranch animals,dofunartsandcraftsand participateinamazingoutdoor games,alldesignedtobuild theirconfidenceanddevelop compassionateleadership.
Dates: June5-9,June12-16,June 19-23
June26-30
Ages: 8-12
Gender: Female
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: May31
Cost: $450
PhoneNumber: (303)444-4041
Website: juniperhillranch.com/ summercamps
JUNKYARDSOCIAL CLUB–SUMMERCAMPS
ATTHEJUNKYARD
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: junkyardsocialclub.org/ camp
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): July
Website: kairoswellnesscollective.com
TurquoiseTrailaims tobeanempowering spaceforyoung, female-identifying14 to16yearoldsto ventureintothe outdoors.TurquoiseTrailfocuses onfurtherdevelopingidentitiesas
CampDates: Weekly, May30-Aug.7
Ages: 6-12
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.7 Cost: $395perweek
PhoneNumber: (303)953-8364
Website: foodlabboulder.com/ summercamps
Ourhalf-daymini campspromotethe developmentofsafe animal-handlingskills, encouragecareers
withanimals,andteachkidsages 7to12howtheycanhelpanimals inourcommunity.
CampDates: June5-7,June12-14, June19-21,June26-28,July10-12
Ages: 7-12
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
HumaneSociety
RegistrationDeadline: July6
Cost: $200
PhoneNumber: (303)772-1232
Website: longmonthumane.org/ programs/humane-education
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): July
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/bold-and-brave-summer-camp
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): June
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/campamiento-bilingue/
MUSEUMOFBOULDER
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): July
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/comic-book-summer-camp-3
MUSEUMOFBOULDER –MAKECODE
Category: Academic&Leadership
Arts&MusicOther
Type: DayCamp
CampMonth(s): July
CampLocation: Boulder
Website: museumofboulder.org/ events/makecode-adventuressummer-camp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: May1
Cost: $39-$200
PhoneNumber: (303)442-0006
Website: parlando.org
TheKnightCIT (Counselor-inTraining)offeringat Renaissance Adventuresisa uniqueleadership programwhereteensbecome mentorstogroupsofyoungerkids andassistantstoouradult counselors.Onceteenshave attendedKnightCITtraining,they canparticipateasaCITduringour summercamps.
Yourchildisthehero ofamythicquestin anincrediblyfunand award-winning experience!Insmall groupsoflikeages,heroesread maps,solvemysteries&riddles, overcomedynamicchallenges, andbattleusingsafe,foam swords.AdventureQuestis designedtodevelopteamwork, criticalthinking.
CampDates: May30-Aug.18
Ages: 6-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.18
Cost: $212-$599.Scholarships
available
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
CampDates: Weeklysessions fromMay30-Aug.18
Ages: 14-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: VariousLocations
RegistrationDeadline: May21
Cost: $160-$300perweek
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
CampMonth(s): June
Website: sewboco.com/servicepage/get-ready-for-summer-campjune-5-9?referral=service_list_widget
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder, CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: shiningmountainwaldorf. org/programs/summer-camps
Throughoutthesummer,Tutoring Excellenceoffersawiderangeof individualizedprogramsforevery student'sneeds.Whetheryour childwanstobuildafoundationto getaheadinthenextgradeorthey needhelpcatchingupinaspecific subject,wehaveyoucovered.
Dates: May30-Aug.11
Ages: 4-18
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: April1
Cost: $400-$600permonth
PhoneNumber: (720)613-8090
Website: tutoringexcellence.com
Parlandooffersmusic lessonsandclasses forallinstruments, ages,andabilitiesincludingpiano, singing,guitar,violin, drums,andmore!Italsooffers musicaltheater.
CampDates: 5/29-8/18
Ages: 4-17
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
Exploreandcreatean adventureinthe fantasyworldofone ofthemostpopular tabletoprole-playing games.Thehero’s journeyisfullofchallenges–dangerousbeasts,mythical monsters,negotiations,and mysteriestosolve.Comeplaywith RenaissanceAdventures’expert gamemastersandstorycrafters!
CampDates: June5-9,July5-7
Ages: 10-17
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Boulder
RegistrationDeadline: July3
Cost: $320-$599
PhoneNumber: (303)786-9216
Website: renaissanceadventures.com
Joyfulfull-dayK-3 campsforwholebrain, wholeperson,whole summerfun!Projectbasedoutdoornature/ gardening,friendshipbuilding,innovation,problemsolving,SEL,music,whole-body movement,arts,culture,fieldtrips, STEM,creativity,andmore! Chef-preparedmeals,before/after caretoo!
CampDates: May29-Aug.11, (11weeklysessions)
Ages: 5-8
Gender: Coeducational
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Louisville,Lafayette
RegistrationDeadline: May20
Cost:$400-$760
PhoneNumber: (303)666-1950
Website: treehouselearning.com/ contact
Thissummerbecome anAmericanNinja Warrior(orjusthave funlikeone!).All aspectsofninja-ing covered:Swings,grip, balance,agility,body-awareness, strength,parkour,gymnastics. PracticeonauthenticninjaobstaclesjustliketheTV-show, and"BeatThatWall".Allabilitylevelswelcome!
CampDates:
June5-9,June12-16,June19-23, June26-30,July5-7,July10-14, July17-21,July24-28,July31Aug.4,Aug.7-11
Ages: 5-13
Gender: Coeducational Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Longmont
RegistrationDeadline: Aug.6
Cost: $249-$380
PhoneNumber: (303)485-1000
Website: warriorplayground.com/ camps
Type: DayCamp
CampLocation: Denver, Centennial
CampMonth(s): June-August
Website: wingsmuseum.orgw
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Manyofyourfavoritecampsarereturningthissummer! Outdoorandindooroptions.
Learn,explore,andcreateinourfunsummer camps and programs!
Art&ClayCamps
ExpeditionTweenCamps
ChessCamps
Fencing,Basketball&VolleyballCamps
Babysitter’sTraining
DanceCamps
SummerDayCamp(Ages5to10)
May30-August4•M-F•7am-5:30pm•Flatdailyrate•Flexibleenrollment
St.VrainValleySchoolsoffersrobustsummerprogrammingoptions tokeepstudentsengagedintheiracademiclearninginfun,friendly camp-likeenvironments.Traditionalsummercamps,summerclasses, andenrichmentopportunitiesinmath,literacy,STEM,anddesignthinkingareavailableforstudentsagesK-17.