Celebrate the end of the school year and the start of summer with a week full of play, connection, and outdoor fun. This camp sets the tone for summer with joyful games, movement, and shared experiences that help campers build friendships and embrace a carefree start to the season.

Campers will:

• Play group games and take part in friendly competitions

• Splash, explore, and cool off with river and water play

• Challenge themselves through obstacle courses and active play

• Build friendships and enjoy unstructured outdoor fun

This camp immerses adventurers in essential outdoor skills that build confidence and independence in nature. Through hands-on lessons, games, and guided practice, campers learn the foundational skills needed to feel capable and comfortable outdoors.

Campers will:

• Build shelters and practice knots and rope skills

• Learn fire basics and how camps are safely set up and maintained

• Use tools responsibly while developing confidence and care

• Learn how to stay safe outdoors by practicing awareness and risk assessment

This camp invites creative kids to explore art, music, and storytelling through hands-on experiences inspired by the natural world. Campers are encouraged to experiment, imagine, and express themselves while connecting with nature in playful and meaningful ways.

Campers will:

• Create art using natural materials and outdoor inspiration

• Explore music, rhythm, and sound through nature-based activities

• Engage in storytelling, imaginative play, and creative games

• Express ideas freely through open-ended creative projects

This camp invites curious kids to explore some of the strangest and most fascinating species on Earth. Through hands-on investigations and up-close discoveries, campers uncover how unusual animals survive, adapt, and thrive in their environments.

Campers will:

• Investigate owl pellets, scat, and other animal clues to uncover hidden stories

• Learn about bizarre animal adaptations and what makes them useful

• Explore insects, creepy crawlies, and other often-overlooked species

• Ask big questions and embrace curiosity through delightfully “yucky” science

This camp invites curious campers to explore the incredible world of insects and other small creatures that live in soil, water, and air. Through hands-on exploration and close observation, campers discover the diversity, adaptations, and important roles of macroinvertebrates in local ecosystems.

Your child will…

• Search for insects and macroinvertebrates in soil, water, and vegetation

• Observe and compare different species based on size, color, and behavior

• Learn how insects and invertebrates support healthy ecosystems

• Practice careful handling, curiosity, and respect for small creatures

Animals are some of nature’s most impressive builders, and this camp explores how their structures inspire human design and engineering. Campers investigate nests, webs, dams, and mounds to uncover the science behind how animals build, adapt, and solve problems in their environments.

Campers will:

• Study animal-built structures like nests, webs, and dams

• Experiment with building and design challenges inspired by animals

• Explore basic engineering concepts such as stability, materials, and airflow

• Use curiosity and problem-solving to test ideas and refine designs

Outdoor Quest is a high-energy camp where adventure, movement, and teamwork take center stage. Designed for kids who love a challenge, this camp is packed with exciting outdoor activities that build confidence, resilience, and unforgettable summer memories.

Camper will:

• Take on obstacle courses and physical challenges

• Participate in adventure-based games and team competitions

• Build resilience by pushing personal limits in a supportive environment

• Strengthen teamwork and problem-solving skills through active play

This camp centers on wilderness survival and self-reliance, giving campers opportunities to care for themselves and others through practical, hands-on challenges. Campers build confidence by learning how people meet basic needs and respond to real-world situations outdoors.

Campers will:

• Learn how to foraging for helpful plants and wild foods

• Prepare simple meals and snacks using outdoor cooking methods

• Practice wilderness first aid and body awareness

• Work through group survival scenarios that build problem-solving and teamwork

This camp dives into the fascinating world of mammals, from familiar neighborhood species to elusive wildlife that often goes unnoticed. Campers explore what makes mammals unique through hands-on discovery, games, and close observation in outdoor settings.

Campers will:

• Learn how different mammals are adapted to survive

• Investigate signs of mammals such as tracks, scat, and feeding clues

• Explore the behaviors and habitats of local mammals

• Build curiosity and understanding through active wildlife discovery

Aquatic Adventures is a splash-filled camp that invites campers to explore, play, and learn in and around the Boise River. Through water-based games, experiments, and hands-on discovery, campers build confidence and curiosity while enjoying safe and supervised river adventures.

Campers will:

• Explore the Boise River through guided, hands-on water play

• Participate in water-based games and cooperative challenges

• Conduct simple experiments to learn how rivers move and change

• Build comfort, confidence, and respect around water in an outdoor setting

This camp invites adventurers to explore the landscape through movement, curiosity, and storytelling. Campers learn to read the land, follow natural clues, and discover the stories and wisdom that connect people to place through shared exploration and creative expression.

Campers will:

• Find their way using landmarks and natural clues

• Observe animal signs and build landscape awareness

• Explore traditional tools and ways people have lived off the land

• Engage in storytelling and nature-inspired lore

This camp invites campers to discover the wildlife and plants living right in their own nature neighborhood! Through hands-on discovery and close observation, campers learn how to recognize, understand, and appreciate the living world right outside their door.

Campers will:

• Learn to identify local trees and plants, including which are helpful and which to avoid

• Explore the lives of mammals that call local parks and forests home

• Investigate insects and other small creatures through close observation

• Build curiosity and confidence by learning to recognize familiar species in the wild