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Amplify Sleep Away Camp

Type: Adventure Camp, Art & Nature, Arts & Crafts, Arts Education, Camps for Girls, Creative, Creative Writing, Day Camp, Design, Featured Sleep Away Camp, Film, Global Ethics, Mindfulness, Music, Nature, Outdoors, Performing Arts, Photography, Skateboarding, Sleep Away, STEAM, Surfing, Tech, Teen, Visual Arts, Voice, Water Sports

Description:

Amplify Sleep Away Camp is an empowering, award-winning music + creative arts summer camp in Ojai, California, serving girls from the neighborhood and around the world since 2012. Every girl deserves the chance to be their most authentic selves, and Amplify helps them do that with lifelong friends and positive role models in a safe, supportive environment. And if day camp is more your speed as opposed to overnight/sleep away camp, we’ve got your back!

Connect:

Address: 8585 N Ojai Rd, Ojai, CA 93023

Phone Number: (805) 699-5247

Email: [email protected]

Website: Amplify Sleep Away Camp

Dates: June 18, 2023–August 12, 2023

Hours: For day campers, we offer: early dropoff @ 8am; late pickup @ 7pm; staying at camp over the weekend; and sleeping over after the session's final showcase

Price: $499+

AstroCamp

Type: Adventure Camp, Backpacking, Nature, Outdoors, Robotics, Rock Climbing Camp, Science, Sleep Away, STEAM, STEM

Description:

Mountain Science Adventure Summer Program for Ages 8-17

Our one-week and two-week programs give campers the unique opportunity to explore science and space in our specialized labs and engage in mountain adventure activities. Campers will broaden their horizons and learn valuable communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in an encouraging and supportive environment.

One Week Sessions
Ages 8-13

Campers will learn, grow, and have fun participating in AstroCamp’s most popular core science labs and outdoor adventure activities as well as choose their own adventure from our unique staff-created electives.

Two Week Sessions
Ages 12-17

Our two-week program is filled with summer camp activities uniquely tailored around your camper and their interests. Prior to arrival, each camper chooses from more than 40 science, mountain adventure, and traditional camp activities to design their own schedule. With the guidance and encouragement of our team, they will explore the outer limits of their comfort zones through our summer science camp hands-on activities, learn new skills, tap into their hidden talents, and gain leadership experience.

Geek Week
Ages 10-17

Campers joining Geek Week will have the opportunity to dive deeper into some of the most popular creative-based activities at AstroCamp. Join our epic week-long journey of specialized hands-on activities, passionate instructors, and one-of-a-kind electives.

Connect:

Address: 26800 Saunders Meadow Rd., Idyllwild, CA 92549

Phone Number: (909) 625-6194

Email: [email protected]

Website: AstroCamp

Dates: June 2023-August 2023

Price: $2150

Camp Half Blood/Camp Jupiter

Type: Adventure Camp, Day Camp, Immersive Role Playing and Mythology, Outdoors

Description:

At Camp Half-Blood kids learn about and explore ancient myths/legends from cultures around the world. From Zeus and Olympus, to tales of Eastern deities, and the myths of the Native American tribes, campers are transported to a world of adventure.

Our camp is available to rising 2nd through rising 8th graders.

Two locations in LA:

Camp Half-Blood LA Eastside
Address: Brand Park, 1601 W Mountain St, Glendale, CA 91201

Camp Half-Blood LA Westside
Address: Cheviot Hills Recreation Center, 2551 Motor Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064

Connect:

Phone Number: 929-397-9393

Email: [email protected]

Website: Camp Half Blood/Camp Jupiter

Dates: June 20, 2023 - August 11, 2023

Hours: 9:00 - 4:00 pm (no aftercare)

Price: $550/week

Camp Summertime

Type: Adventure Camp, After Care, Animal Camp, Art & Nature, Arts & Crafts, Before Care, Day Camp, Nature, Outdoors, Performing Arts, Rock Climbing Camp, Sports, Surfing, Teen

Description:

Traditional day camp for boys and girls ages 3 to 15 on 120 private acres in the Malibu / Agoura Hills area.

Established in 1965 as one of the best traditional day camps in Southern California. Now located on 120 private acres in the Malibu / Agoura Hills area at Calamigos Ranch.  Calamigos Ranch was home for one of the earliest camps in California dating back to the 1940’s. This strong tradition continues with Camp Summertime. Camp Summertime is dedicated to providing a safe, loving, and enriching environment. We promote each child’s social, emotional, creative and physical development through individual and team activities. Campers build self-confidence, self-esteem and self-respect within this supportive environment.

Bus transportation is available each day from most areas. Pick up locations may include Malibu, Pacific Palisades, the San Fernando Valley,  Woodland Hills, Calabasas, Agoura Hills, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, and the Conejo Valley.

Connect:

Address: 327 S. Latigo Canyon Rd., Malibu, CA 90265

Phone Number: 818-706-7335

Email: [email protected]

Website: Camp Summertime

Dates: June – August

Camp Wildcraft Art and Nature Camp

Type: Adventure Camp, After Care, Art & Nature, Arts & Crafts, Arts Education, Day Camp, Nature, Outdoors, Visual Arts

Description:

At Camp Wildcraft we grow creative, curious, confident camp; caring kids who feel at home in nature. We are small by design, a warm place where kids unplug from technology and happily connect to our camp community. At our two sites in Calabasas and Malibu, our adventurous art and nature camp empowers kids to discover the hidden natural world—and their hidden strengths.

During weekly sessions, campers create big art projects, explore and hike, sculpt with wood and clay, sew a pouch to carry handmade nature journals, build forts from branches, go on scavenger hunts, play games with new friends, and much more! Campers choose from a changing menu of creative and fun activities including theatre, baking, games in our sports field, and more. Every day at camp is an opportunity to find joy and wonder in the wild places around us.

Ages 4-14 (PreK – 8th grade)

After care: 3pm to 4pm at the Calabasas location.

TWO LOCATIONS:
• Sycamore School, Malibu 3504 Las Flores Canyon Rd, Malibu
• MUSE Global School, Calabasas 1666 Las Virgenes Canyon Rd, Calabasas

Connect:

Phone Number: 818-489-3682

Email: [email protected]

Website: Camp Wildcraft Art and Nature Camp

Dates: June 12, 2022 to August 11--different schedules at each location

Price: Weekly rate is $525. Sibling discount $20 per week. $35 one-time registration fee.

Camp Wildfolk

Type: Adventure Camp, Art & Nature, Arts & Crafts, Cooking, Creative, Dance, Day Camp, Fashion, Film, Improv, Maker, Nature, Outdoors, Performing Arts, Preschool Camp, Robotics, Science, STEAM, Teen, Theater, Tinkering

Description:

Camp Wildfolk is a child-centered day camp with two locations in Valley Village and West Hollywood. Wildfolk is project-based and truly unique- offering a balanced blend of structure and choice, with activities campers go wild for.

The spirit infused throughout camp feels “old school,” yet grounded in a mindful and intentional way of supporting and guiding children. Camp Wildfolk’s caring, silly, and wildly fun Guides are often cited as the #1 reason campers return year after year.

Programs offered for Pre-Kinder through 6th grade, as well as a Guides-in-Training (GIT) leadership program for tweens & teens. The schedule is balanced with outdoor time and classroom (with a/c)

Two Locations:
12020 Burbank Blvd. Valley Village, CA 91607 and
1265 N. Fairfax Ave. West Hollywood, CA 90046

Valley Contact: [email protected]
WeHo Contact: [email protected]

Connect:

Phone Number: (818) 299-4151

Email: [email protected]

Website: Camp Wildfolk

Dates: Valley: June 20, 2023- August 18, 2023 WeHo: June 20, 2023- July 28, 2023

Hours: Before Care: 8:00am- 9:00am After Care: 3:00pm- 5:30pm

Price: varies per program

Camp Woodcraft

Type: Adventure Camp, Art & Nature, Creative, Mindfulness, Nature, Outdoors, Rock Climbing Camp, Sleep Away

Description:

Camp Woodcraft, one of California’s original summer camps, will host its 101st summer of fun at Mountain Center near idyllic Idyllwild! Join kids from throughout LA to reconnect and disconnect and make forever friends while exploring the forest’s natural beauty.

Led by skilled, certified, year-round youth workers, Camp Woodcraft staff give kids an unforgettable experience and parents peace of mind. A wide range of specialty activities including archery tag, rock wall climbing, and naturalist-led exploration complement classic camp traditions and give campers a chance to grow, connect and play.

Join us in celebrating a century of Camp Woodcraft magic!

Connect:

Address: 32706 Morris Ranch Rd, Mountain Center, CA 92561

Phone Number: (213) 814-6298

Email: [email protected]

Website: Camp Woodcraft

Dates: June 18, 2023 - July 28, 2023

Price: $1,185

Catalina Sea Camp

Type: Adventure Camp, Nature, Outdoors, Rock Climbing Camp, Sleep Away, Surfing, Teen, Water Sports

Description:

Discovery & Adventure for All
At Catalina Sea Camp, campers have access to unique activities that cannot be found at other summer camps. Campers participate in activities that are the perfect combination of marine science, ocean adventure, and summer camp fun.

Kids ages 8-17 who are interested in marine biology and an ocean adventure summer camp experience have a blast at Catalina Sea Camp! Our fun-filled one-week and three-week sessions are a one-of-a-kind ocean adventure! Kids enjoy the experience of a lifetime learning marine biology, developing new skills and having fun with newfound friends.

Connect:

Phone Number: (909) 625-6194

Email: [email protected]

Website: Catalina Sea Camp

Dates: June 2023-August 2023

Price: $2650

Champ Camp at Azusa Pacific University

Type: Adventure Camp, Arts & Crafts, Day Camp, Outdoors, Sports, STEAM, STEM, Water Sports

Description:

A New Adventure Camp for Your Outdoor Enthusiast
Join us at Azusa Pacific University for a summer they’ll never forget!
Summer Special:
Price includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, and field trips. Early Enroll: $399/week

Nurture Nature
Seek and identify plants like berries and wildflowers. Plus, hike, boulder, and geocache!

Play Outside
Learn to canoe and kayak, play international games, and do team-building challenges.

Gain New Skills
Design fishing rods, build shelters, filter water, and use the sun to produce energy.

Explore More
STEM goes wild, from nature’s creatures to solar and wind energy to structure builds, and more.

Dive Into Field Trips
Enjoy fun water play by swimming in pools and lakes—and flying down water slides!

Connect:

Address: Azusa Pacific University 901 E Alosta Ave., Azusa, CA 91702

Phone Number: 1-800-246-2154

Email: [email protected]

Website: Champ Camp at Azusa Pacific University

Dates: 6/12/23 – 8/04/23

Hours: 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. (no extra fees for before and after care)

Price: Price includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, and field trips. Early Enroll: $399/week

EverWild

Type: Adventure Camp, Art & Nature, Backpacking, Beach, Camps for Boys, Camps for Girls, Day Camp, Nature, Outdoors

Description:

EverWild’s Summer Camp provides children with meaningful experiences in nature alongside qualified mentors. Each week presents a different theme. Our talented mentors will lead children in earth-based skills, games, and adventures. EverWild offers a variety of camps including camps that drop-off and pick up from our predetermined locations in nature, camps that use a van for transportation from your local park to the mountains and beaches, and overnight camps.

Connect:

Phone Number: (424) 210-7077

Email: [email protected]

Website: Everwild

Dates: June 26 2023 - Aug 11 2023

Hours: 9:30am-3:30pm

Price: $490-$580

Fitness by the Sea Beach Camp

Type: Adventure Camp, After Care, Arts & Crafts, Beach, Before and/or After Care, Before Care, Creative, Dance, Day Camp, Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Nature, Outdoors, Soccer, Sports, Surfing, Theater, Volleyball, Water Sports

Description:

Fitness by the Sea Beach Camp (FBS) is Los Angeles’ premiere and oldest beach camp (celebrating our 24th year) for children ages 4-14. With beachside locations in Santa Monica and Pacific Palisades, an experienced and spirited staff (average age 23), and low camper to staff ratios (6:1), FBS offers a full range of over 200 dynamic and creative activities in an encouraging and nurturing environment.

SIGN UP BY THE WEEK- Register your child for any weeks you wish, with no minimum weeks. Add as many weeks as you want whenever you want! With free and unlimited schedule changes you can¹t go wrong!

100% SAFETY RECORD– For the past 23 years, Fitness by the Sea has been recognized as the “safest beach camp” in the Los Angeles area. All of our camps cater to first-time campers and kids new to the ocean. No Prior ocean experience is required. Non-swimmers are welcome!

BUS TRANSPORTATION- Bus stops serving communities in Westwood, Beverly Hills, Cheviot Hills, West Hollywood, Mar Vista, Culver City, Venice, Marina del Rey, Playa Vista, Playa del Rey, and El Segundo areas.

OVER 200 ACTIVITIES- “Something for Everyone” – Ages 4-14
• Water Activities: surfing, boogie boarding, swimming, paddling, etc.
• Team Sports: soccer, basketball, baseball, flag football, dodge ball, etc.
• Creative Activities: dance, arts & crafts, yoga, puppet shows, magic, etc.
• Individual Sports: gymnastics, martial arts, cheerleading, fencing, etc.

Kids feel safe to be themselves and are encouraged to take safe risks, push their own limits, and discover their unique abilities.

Connect:

Address: 1541 Palisades Dr , Los Angeles, CA 90272

Phone Number: (310) 459-2425

Email: [email protected]

Website: Fitness by the Sea Beach Camp

Dates: June 12th- August 25th

Hours: Hours: 9:00am – 3:00pm, Extended Care available 3:30pm – 5:30pm

HAWKs LA (Hiking Adventures With Kids)

Type: Adventure Camp, Art & Nature, Day Camp, Nature, Outdoors

Description:

Our fully-outdoor camps encourage children’s sense of wonder about the natural world, familiarize them with local flora and fauna, teach them the fundamentals of hiking, trail safety, and LNT (Leave No Trace), and instill in them a deep sense of connection to the outdoors.

The diverse biomes across Los Angeles are our outdoor classrooms where teachers guide participants on foot to experience wonder and connection.
Our experienced educators are trained naturalists who know how to connect students to the natural world in a fun and safe way! Activities vary by day, environment and group interest, but include hiking, herping, bird watching, journaling, nature crafts (dream catchers, mandalas, seed bombs, insect hotels), nature-focused games, foraging, and more!

HAWKs LA outdoor classrooms are the greenspaces in Los Angeles. Prior to each camp, the counselors will provide a line-up of the day or week’s locations in Northeast or West LA.

Connect:

Phone Number: (323) 213-9763

Email: [email protected]

Website: HAWKs LA (Hiking Adventures With Kids)

Dates: June 12, 2023 - September 1, 2023

Price: $625/week

Ocean Explorers Liveaboard Camp

Type: Adventure Camp, Art & Nature, Beach, Nature, Outdoors, Science, Sleep Away, Teen, Travel, Water Sports

Description:

Ocean Explorers Liveaboard Camp offers coed campers ages 11-17 the opportunity to explore the islands of Channel Islands National Park, both above and below water. Our ecology-based program is fluid and follows the weather, allowing the group to kayak through sea caves, snorkel through kelp forests, surf, and hike across the islands. Taking place on a custom-built expedition vessel, this micro version of a semester at sea is the perfect ratio of adventure to learning, resulting in a respect and adoration for the marine environment that lasts a lifetime. Campers return with knowledge about island ecology, marine biology, geography, astronomy, resource conservation, and seamanship, all gained from their time aboard.

Connect:

Phone Number: (805) 899-4925

Email: [email protected]

Website: Ocean Explorers Liveaboard Camp

Dates: July 10, 2023 - July 14, 2023

Price: $2,500 full price ; $2,150 early bird price until April 1st ; multiple camper discount is $250/camper (2 or more)

Pedalheads

Type: Adventure Camp, After Care, Before Care, Camps for Boys, Camps for Girls, Day Camp, Outdoors, Preschool Camp, Sports

Description:

Pedalheads is a learn-to-ride week-long bike camp for kids 2 and up, best known for helping kids get off of training wheels and riding on their own. We combine a fun group setting with specialized equipment, tailored cycling curriculum, and incredible instructors to build confidence and get some of the most tentative kids biking on their own. We also offer advanced bike lessons that focus on road readiness and safety.

Why Pedalheads?
• Proven track record over the last 25+ years: Most kids learn to ride within 1 week
• Winner of several Parents Choice Awards for Best Children’s Day Camp
• Fully trained instructors for beginner and advanced levels
• Weekly Half-day, All-day, and 1.5hr Tots options

Locations throughout the LA Metro area:

Fountain Valley – Congregational Bnai T’zek
9669 Talbert Ave, Fountain Valley 92708

Los Angeles – Brentwood – Saint Sebastian School
1437 Federal Ave, Los Angeles 90025

La Crescenta-Montrose – Gethsemane Lutheran Church
2723 Orange Avenue, Los Angeles 91214

Los Angeles – West Hollywood – Laurel Span Elementary School
925 N Hayworth Avenue, Los Angeles 90046

Los Angeles – West Hollywood – Rosewood STEM Magnet School
503 North Croft Avenue, Los Angeles 90048

Manhattan Beach Middle School
1501 N Redondo Ave, Manhattan Beach 90266

Costa Mesa – First Methodist Church of Costa Mesa
420 W 19th St, Newport/Costa Mesa 92627

Pasadena – San Marino Community Church
1750 Virginia Rd, Pasadena 91108

Santa Monica – California Heritage Museum
2612 Main St, Santa Monica 90405

Tarzana – Eretz Synagouge and Cultural Center
6170 Wilbur Ave, Tarzana 91335

Connect:

Phone Number: (888) 886-6464

Email: [email protected]

Website: Pedalheads

Dates: June 5, 2023 - August 18, 2023

Hours: Before Care 8-9 and After Care 4-5

Price: $240-610

River Way Ranch Camp

Type: Adventure Camp, Animal Camp, Art & Nature, Cooking, Creative, Dance, Equestrian, Film, Gymnastics, Improv, Martial Arts, Nature, Outdoors, Paint Ball, Sleep Away, Sports, Teen, Visual Arts, Water Sports

Description:

55 years of Memories and Friendships! Located in the foothills of Sequoia National Park, River Way Ranch Camp offers children, ages 7-16, a summer of friendships and memories to last a lifetime. Campers may choose from 75 activities including waterskiing, horseback riding, ropes course, mini-bikes, go-karts, waverunners, gymnastics, overnights and more. With an emphasis on the first time campers, River Way provides exciting experiences, focusing on increasing self-confidence. Campers, ages 7-9, remain with their counselors throughout the day participating in a wide variety of activities, while 10-16-year-olds are guided to customize their schedule according to their interests.

Connect:

Address: 6450 Elwood Rd., Sanger, CA 93657

Phone Number: 800.821.2801

Email: [email protected]

Website: River Way Ranch Camp