A Look at our Camp

Summer Camp

Get ready for a summer filled with outdoor discovery and mountain magic!
Our program features a rotating collection of nature-inspired themes—from Rocks & Sticks to Wildlife, Weather, Trees, and more. Each day offers hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity and connect children to the natural world.

While hiking, we slow down and tune into our senses — noticing textures, sounds, smells, and movements in the mountains around us. We build friendships, practice teamwork, and honor each child's natural rhythm, with plenty of time for PLAY and connection. Whether we're exploring a trail, watching birds, or investigating tiny treasures along the way, we let curiosity lead the adventure.

Instead of a single daily craft, children are offered choices: a facilitated activity (which may be art, science, or nature-based exploration) or continued open-ended play. This empowers each child to follow their interests and curiosity, fostering independence and intrinsic motivation.

We picnic outdoors, enjoy fresh mountain air, and take time to notice how our environment changes throughout the season. Projects may include decorating walking sticks, building nature collections, crafting simple trail-ready first-aid pouches, and engaging in hands-on science and sensory activities inspired by the mountains.

We also welcome community partners who enrich our learning experience — including Tree Utah, Friends of Alta, Scales & Tails, and other local nature and wildlife educators. These special visits deepen our connection to the environment and the animals and ecosystems we share it with.

Children hike daily, explore freely, make friends, and build confidence and resilience in a supportive, play-based environment. We honor each child's pace, encourage wonder, and celebrate the earth-child spirit in every little explorer — because mountain summers are meant for curiosity, joy, and muddy shoes.