Outdoor and Nature Summer Camp

Join us for a week of outdoor adventure! We'll hike through the mountains, search for live animals, and discover the secrets hidden in the woods. This is a chance for your kids to disconnect from technology, connect with nature, and make lasting memories. 

Awesome themes each week to give your child an unforgettable "Fun in the Sun" experience. In local parks & beaches near you, check out our programs!

CAMP IN THE PARK - education meets the great outdoors, we will be exploring different local parks each day. Offered in locations of Cupertino, Palo Alto, Fremont, Almaden/S. San Jose, Milpitas/ N. San Jose, San Mateo, San Ramon/Dublin, San Francisco. 

With 4 exciting themes; check more information below

Theme 1: The Forbidden Forest at Hogwarts

Welcome to a week of enchantment in the Forbidden Forest at Hogwarts! Immerse yourself in the magical world of Harry Potter as you embark on a journey filled with spellbinding activities and adventures. Create your own nature wand and practice spells as you prepare to battle on the last day!

Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we cook up some enchanting treats inspired by the wizarding world where you'll learn to cook magical dishes such as Goblet of Fire Pit S'mores and Poly juice Potion.

Enter the magical world of culinary enchantment with Harry Potter-inspired dishes that will transport you straight to the Great Halls of Hogwarts.

• Hedwig the Owl: Create an adorable owl-shaped snack named after Harry Potter's loyal companion
• Hogwarts Hat: Craft a magical treat inspired by Hogwarts' iconic Sorting Hat (it may also tell which house you belong to!)
• Quidditch Broomstick: Whip up a bewitching “Nimbus 2000” broomstick snack that will sweep you off your feet.
• Slytherin Snake: Slither into flavor town with Nagini Noodles, inspired by the serpentine companion of Voldemort.
• Dolores Umbridge smoothie: Pink sugary facade of everyone's least favorite Hogwarts professor.

But the magic doesn't stop there! Participate in the Herbology Plant Search, where you'll explore the forest in search of interesting and mysterious plants. Brew your own Forest Potions and discover the magical properties of the woods. Put your building skills to the test as you construct Hagrid's Hut, and unleash your creativity as you create your own Weeping Willows and nature-inspired Sorting Hats.

Get ready to be transported to a world of wonder and adventure as you immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Harry Potter in a truly magical outdoor setting!

Activities available in the Forbidden Forest at Hogwarts include:

• Harry Potter Outdoor Cooking
• Wand Making and Spell Casting
• Herbology Plant Search
• Forest Potions
• Hagrid Hut Building
• Creation of Weeping Willows and Nature Sorting Hats
• Spell Casting Competition

Are you ready to embrace the magic and embark on an unforgettable adventure in the Forbidden Forest? Join us and let the magic begin!

Theme 2: The Fantastic Beasts

Calling all Harry Potter Fantastic Beast masters! Are you ready for a magical adventure? Join us for a week dedicated to capturing, tracking, and creating enchanting creatures from the world of Harry Potter Fantastic Beasts. Get ready to immerse yourself in the mysteries of herbology and beastology, learn about forest foods, and hone your skills in tracking magical creatures.

But the magic doesn't end there! Prepare for a week filled with exciting games and activities tailored to test your wizarding abilities:

• Forest Branch Limbo: Test your agility as you limbo under enchanted forest branches.
• Create Your Own Beasts: Let your imagination run wild as you design and bring to life your very own magical creatures.
• Races: Race against your fellow wizards in thrilling competitions through the enchanted forest.
• Scavenger Hunts: Embark on magical scavenger hunts to uncover hidden treasures and clues.
• Beast Tracking: Put your tracking skills to the test as you search for elusive magical creatures in the forest.
• Forest Foods for Beasts: Learn about the unique dietary needs of magical creatures as you prepare forest foods using plant and animal tracking techniques.
• Finding Your Way Through the Forest: Navigate your way through the enchanted forest using your knowledge of magical plants and landmarks.
• House Competitions: Compete alongside your fellow wizards in house competitions to earn points and claim victory.
• Hunt for the Best Beast Tracker: Put your tracking skills to the ultimate test in a thrilling hunt to see who is the best beast tracker in the camp!

Get ready for a week filled with enchantment, adventure, and unforgettable memories as you embark on your journey to become a true Harry Potter Fantastic Beast master!

Theme 3: Pokemon Forest Club

Get ready for a week bursting with Pokémon-themed fun and adventure at camp!

Kids will learn about the real-life animals that Pokemon are based on. They will learn about life science as it relates to Pokemon and what living things need to survive within their habit. They will become scientists themselves when they make observations about the animals that they see throughout the camp and talk about their ideas and group discussions with their friends.

Embark on a wild adventure as you explore the fascinating world of real animals and insects, inspired by the real-life creatures of Pokémon!

Join in playful activities with iconic Pokémon like Snivy, Bulbasaur, and Pancham. Get your hands dirty and let your imagination run wild as you construct cozy homes for your Pokémon and search for dinner for your cherished Pokémon companions.

Explore 50+ Pokémon and their dinosaur inspirations. Learn about paleontology history and misconceptions, then discover Pokémon inspired by non-dinosaur ancient animals.

Plus, learn more about Animal classifications by classifying Pokemons into groups of mammals, amphibians, reptiles, etc.…

Dive into a plethora of additional Pokémon games and activities designed to make your camp experience even more unforgettable:

• Pokémon relay race
• Pokécraft competition with art supplies
• Pokémon costume contest
• Pokémon training sessions: Testing skills and bond with your Pokémon
• Catch targets with Pokéballs
• Pokémon scavenger hunt
• Pokémon card game
• Pokémon trivia quiz

With an array of Pokémon games and activities, this week at camp promises endless excitement, laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime!

Theme 4: Survive the Wild: Be Bear Grylls!

Imagine a fusion of Fear Factor and Can You Survive the Wild, packed with even more adventure and fun! Are you prepared to put your survival skills to the test and conquer the great outdoors? Our program isn't just about learning wilderness skills; it's about having an absolute blast while doing it! Get ready for a week brimming with excitement, challenges, and an array of thrilling games to keep you on your toes.

Throughout the week, campers will embark on a journey to master essential wilderness skills while immersing themselves in nature and boosting their confidence. From knot tying and shelter building to cooking outdoors and navigating through the wilderness, every activity is designed to be both educational and incredibly enjoyable.

Join us for wild forest scavenger hunts, where campers will uncover hidden treasures and solve clues. Dive into a series of thrilling survival-themed games, including obstacle courses, team challenges, and wilderness trivia. Plus, get creative with crafting your own survival kits and tracking animals in their natural habitat.

It's a week of non-stop adventure and laughter, where every moment is packed with excitement and new discoveries. Don't miss out on the ultimate summer camp experience where learning meets fun in the great outdoors!

Activities: Knot Tying, Outdoor Cooking, Shelters, Foraging, Scavenger Hunts, Create Your Own Survival Kit, Animal Tracking, Races, Archery & Spear Making, Fire by Friction, Trap Making, Water Purifying, Camouflage, Crafting, Navigation with Map.

CAMP BY THE SEA - coastal exploration, tide pools study, fossils and more. 

Offered in locations of Half moon bay & Santa Cruz (transportation included in price - pick up/drop off points available in Cupertino & Fremont)

Theme 1: Luca and the Sea Monsters!

Come join the adventure just outside the charming seaside town of Portorosso in the Italian Riviera, where sea monsters live alongside us, tending to their homes, cultivating farms, and nurturing their little ones. Dive into the excitement with Luca and discover a world of fun games, activities, and delicious Italian cuisine. Explore the wonders of astrology as you learn about astronomy from Giulia just as Luca did, maybe without mistaking stars for fish this time!

Gear up for a thrilling moped race and prepare for your own triathlon experience—no swimming, pasta-eating, or biking required! Craft a nature-inspired triathlon for the opposing team and race on homemade mopeds crafted from sticks for added fun and challenge.

Are you captivated by sea creatures, perhaps even merfolk? Let your imagination soar as you create your  own sea monster gills, headpieces, and tails before the big moped race. Delve into the mysteries of thedeep sea at Ano Nuevo, where you'll encounter fascinating creatures like elephant seals. Don't miss out on adventures at the Seymour Marine Discovery Center and Natural Bridge for tide pooling—will you spot Luca and his ocean pals there? Join us for an unforgettable journey filled with laughter, learning, and plenty of sea-themed fun!

Go to Año Nuevo to see Elephant Seals  

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at UCSC and then to Natural Bridges to Tide Pool   

Seaweed pressing on the first day (make sure the field trips are not on the first day to give the seaweed time to dry fully)

Camp highlights:

• Luca and the Sea Monsters adventure   
  
• Sea monsters' daily life  
  
• Astronomy with Giulia  
  
• Moped race
• Triathlon experience   
  
• Homemade moped crafting   
  
• Sea monster gills and tails   
  
• Elephant seals  
  
• Seymour Marine Discovery Center   
  
• Natural Bridges tide pooling   
  
• Sea-themed fun  
  
• Laughter and learning

Theme 2: Lost world Dinosaur! Fossils and more..
Step into the shoes of the Lost World of Dinosaurs. Come join us for a fun paleontologists themed adventure and embark on an exciting journey back in time at our summer camp! Uncover the mysteries of ancient life as you learn how fossils are formed and preserved by skilled scientists. From tiny microorganisms to towering dinosaurs, explore the incredible diversity of prehistoric creatures that once roamed the Earth.

But wait, there's more! Dive into a world of summer camp fun with our dinosaur-themed activities. Join in thrilling simulated fossil digs, where you'll unearth hidden treasures and uncover fascinating fossils. Challenge your fellow campers to exciting dinosaur trivia games, get creative with dino-themed arts and crafts, and embark on adventurous nature hikes to discover traces of ancient life right in our own backyard.

Plus, indulge your inner paleontologist with even more fossil games! Test your skills with a fossil identification challenge, race against the clock to assemble a dinosaur skeleton puzzle, and try your hand at making your own fossil replicas using molds and plaster. With so many fossil games to explore, the excitement never ends at Expedition: Dinosaur summer camp!

• Lost World Dinosaur adventure
  
• Paleontologists themed camp
• Fossil formation and preservation
• Diverse prehistoric creatures
• Simulated fossil digs
• Dinosaur trivia games
• Dino-themed arts and crafts
• Nature hikes
• Fossil identification challenge
• Dinosaur skeleton puzzles
• Fossil replicas
• Fossil games
• Expedition: Dinosaur summer camp
• Capitola Beach fossil hunting
• Sifting for microfossils
• Shark teeth and whale bone history
• Creating your own dinosaur
• Themed games like fossil tag
• Volcano chemistry experiment