Best Colorado Special Needs Camps Summer 2025 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: Cherryvale Day Camp has an amazing facility. The Boulder JCC has a full gymnasium, an array of classroom options, art studio, group fitness room, and theater/event space. On top of this, we will have a fully-functioning farm with an educational barn, raised garden beds, bees, goats, and chickens.

Our outdoor space has a full-size soccer field, tons of open field space, playgrounds, and a small splash park.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: While we want to build confidence and lasting friendships at camp, we know the easiest way to do that is to have fun! This is why we have a wide range of activities offered throughout our camp season, giving your children exposure to various options and hopefully introducing them to new experiences. Activities at Cherryvale Day Camp include, but are not limited to:

Sports: Soccer, Softball, Kickball, Basketball, Frisbee (Ultimate & Disc Golf), Volleyball, Dodgeball, Flag Football, and of course...GAGA

Milk and Honey Farm: Gardening, Harvesting, Farm to Table Snacks, Visiting our goats and chickens

Outdoor Sports: Hiking, Climbing wall, Archery

Arts: Crafting, Pottery (with a kiln), Theater, Dance, Improv Games, Origami, Music

Other Activities: Photography, Cherryvale Post (our weekly newsletter), Survival skills, STEM projects, Board games, Puzzles, Chess, Woodworking

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We provide scholarship funds on an as-needed basis. If you are requesting scholarship info, please contact: shari[AT]boulderjcc.org.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We are currently developing our Year-Round Camp program that will include after-school programs, sports clinics, art classes, and more!

OTHER CAMP INFO: We are also running Specialty Camps throughout the summer, for those children that have a particular interest. Some of those specialties include: Legos, STEM Challenges, Science, Cooking, Farming, Theater & Dance, and more!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp runs from May 31st through August 12. A week of Cherryvale Day Camp costs $349 (9am - 4pm, Monday - Friday). Specialty Camp costs vary based on which camp. There are additional options for early drop-off and late pick-up.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are currently looking for counselors and specialists for our camp. All of our counselors and specialists must be at least 18 years of age, must have experience with children in the 5-12 year range, and must have reliable transportation to east Boulder. 

CAMP FACILITIES: The camp is located on the beautiful Denver Academy campus in South Denver. This sprawling and safe campus welcomes diverse learners.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This one-of-a-kind day camp focuses on improving your child’s executive functioning skills such as prioritization, organization, study skills/working memory, time management, and self-advocacy. Our approach, which requires campers to apply these academic skills to real-life situations, is easy to implement and have proven results! Campers will work in small groups to promote social skills, collaboration, and cooperation.

First, campers spend time learning these explicit, academic executive functioning skills. Then, they apply these strategies by planning and executing enjoyable activities designed to reinforce the skills including a cook-off and/or a virtual class trip. Campers also assemble a personal executive functioning kit to utilize during the school year, and create a self-advocacy presentation.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): At the end of camp, families join their campers to watch their self-advocacy presentations.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1: July 9th to July 20th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM for incoming 6th & 7th grade
Session 2: July 9th to July 20th from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM for incoming 8th-10th grade
Session 3: July 23rd to August 3rd from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM for incoming 6th & 7th grade
Session 4: July 23rd to August 3rd from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM for incoming 8th-10th grade

Please see the website for cost and on-line registration information. Our Camp Website Link: results-learning.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Here at Stagebugz, we are dedicated to bringing the joy of theater to kids in an affordable and supportive environment. We believe that every student is a star, and we prioritize individualized attention and a collaborative environment. Moreover, we are dedicated to the vitality of arts education, which is why we are commited to donating a portion of all profits to the non-profit organization Artists Striving to End Poverty (ASTEP).

Stagebugz is a new theater camp run by sisters Aspen and Ashley Somers, both current students at the prestigious University of Southern California's School of Dramatic Arts. Aspen is an experienced actress with over 60 credits ranging from theater to feature films. She became one of the youngest directors to be nominated for a BroadwayWorld Regional Award for her play "Letters" at the age of 16. Other credits include director and executive producer of the web series "Quarantwinned", assistant director of Impulse Theater Company's "Speech and Debate", and intern/assistant stage manager for Rocky Mountain Theater for Kids.

Ashley has performed in many notable works including national commericals and TV movies. Aside from acting, she has directed everyone from first-time theatre kids in the youth program at the Town Hall Arts Center to Broadway stars in the series Quarantwinned. She also has plenty of experience working with kids as a nanny and a tutor, and she helped develop theatre curriculum for children as part of the Homework Helpers program.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We never want money to prevent a camper from joining us at Stagebugz. A limited amount of need-based scholarships are available. Please contact stagebugztheatre[AT]gmail.com for an application.

We also offer sibling and military discounts. Email stagebugztheatre[AT]gmail.com to request a discount code.

OTHER CAMP INFO: To learn more, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.stagebugztheatre.com.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1, May 31-June 10: Peter Pan (Ages 5-9, $400)
Session 2, June 20-July 1: Annie Jr (Ages 8-14, $500)
Session 3, July 11-July 15: Scenes and Songs from Frozen (Ages 5-9, $200)
Session 4, July 25-July 29: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (Ages 8-14, $300)

CAMP FACILITIES: One in-person camp will be held at the Georgetown Public Library in July 2025, located in Sussex County, DE.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Beginner coding skills are taught helping children learn sequencing and terms that grown up coders use everyday to create video games and more. Math and Science activities engage your child in learning and our ARTS program helps students understand how computer artists work in the field.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: This program can also be delivered through our TUTORING service by appointment during the summer.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Online camps such as summer, holiday and school break camps run for 2.5 hours and cost $55 for the session.
1-hour classes run all year long and currently cost $20 per class.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All camps are run by Ignite Learning Academy, a fully accredited online private school serving students in preschool through grade 12. Camp leaders include faculty, administration, and external experts in the areas they will be teaching.

Around the World Camp
Art Camp: Arts & Crafts with Found Objects
Art Camp: Drawing
Art Camp: Painting
Cooking Camp
DIY/Pinterest Camp
Hawaiian Hullabaloo Camp
JavaScript Coding Camp
Leading Ladies Camp
LEGO Camp
Mad Science Camp
Outdoor Explorers Camp
Scratch Coding Camp
Wizards & Magic Camp
Storytime & Craft Camp

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.ignitelearningacademy.com to view the dates associated with each individual camp.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a whole school, fields, sports courts, and more that we get to use! And, what's more is we have the JCC indoor pool for swimming lessons and outdoor pool for free swim!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Traditional Day Camp
Camp Shai offers a full-day, traditional day-camp experience for campers entering grades K–8. Activities at Camp Shai are designed to challenge campers and help them grow in a safe, supportive environment. Each day at camp offers countless opportunities to make friends and memories while having a BLAST!

Shai Sports
Shai Sports campers get to improve their skills and work on sportsmanship (ruach) while having a great camp experience in the process! As a result of participation in Shai Sports, campers will:

Increase their ability and technical skill around their sport of choice
Develop a higher emotional intelligence with regard to teamwork and group participation
Develop social skills that help them make friends and ultimately a better teammate

After a fun morning of sports, campers get to enjoy free swim in the pool to cool off before joining back up with Camp Shai for chugim (free-choice activities).

Full-Day Specialty Camps
Camp Shai is excited to present our full-day Specialty Camps (9:00 am–4:00 pm) with a wide variety of subjects to pique the interest of all campers grades K–6! Full-Day Specialty Camps offer an incredibly fun and well-rounded day – two hours of specialized instruction Monday thru Thursday in addition to free swim and camp activities each day. Full-Day Specialty Camps offer an excellent opportunity to gain experience and exposure to a specialized activity such as woodworking, farm camp, Wizarding, Bugs! with the Butterfly Pavilion and more.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer financial assistance on a needs basis. After applying for camp, you can apply for financial aid.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our enrichment activities are offered during the school year as well as School's Out Camp to keep the camp spirit going year 'round!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: www.jccdenver.org for prices and available sessions.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Visit our webpage for a full list of job openings at Our Camp Website Link: www.jccdenver.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please visit our website for scholarship information, at Our Camp Website Link: www.campinc.com.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For dates and rates please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.CampInc.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 6 cabins which house 12 campers per a week plus 6 counselors. Our facilities sit on a 120 acre ranch overlooking the Colorado River.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are ACA accredited and we are part of the SeriousFun Children's Network that Paul Newman started. We adhere to the highest camp standards and safety protocols. We have an excellent medical team onsite to provide support to all of our campers.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CHAP Program (Climbing Heights As Peers) - a leadership program for campers ages 15-17.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We are 100% FREE thanks to our generous donors!

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer 7 family camps throughout the spring and into fall. The diagnosed camper can bring their immediate household to camp for the weekend. Family camps start on Friday evenings and end Sunday mornings.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Besides summer and family camps, we offer 2 Camper Reunions per a year to reunite our campers. We also offer an Open House each May.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our website for the 2017 calendar (coming in November 2016). Below is a list of diagnoses we serve:

* Neurological Disorders
* Craniofacial Anomalies
* Lung Disease & Severe Asthma
* Acquired Immunodeficiency (HIV)
* Kidney Disease & Kidney Transplants
* Heart Disease & Heart Transplants
* Cancer & Brain Tumors
* Liver Disease & Liver Transplants
* Gastrointestinal Disorders (including Celiac & EoE)
* Type 1 Diabetes
* Epilepsy
* Severe Dermatological Disorders

We are 100% FREE for all of our campers!

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Summer Staff Counselors for 2017: Must commit to being at camp for the duration of the camp season. This is a paid position with housing and meals.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our camp facilities vary depending on the season and programs that are in session. During the summer months, Extreme Sports Camp stays at Colorado Mountain College Spring Valley Campus in Carbondale, Colorado. During the Fall weekend programs, Extreme Sports Camp meets at their office in Carbondale and participates in activities throughout the valley. The winter program takes place at Snowmass Village and Ski Resort, specifically at the Viceroy.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our staff at Extreme Sports Camp are educated and experienced in working with individuals across the autism spectrum and at any level of athletic ability. Certifications within the staff vary from Teacher Certifications, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Behavior Specialists, and Vocational Rehabilitation.

Extreme Sports Camp is embarking on their second winter season as a PSIA (Professional Ski Instructors of America) school for autism. Our mission is to enhance the health, social engagement, and personal growth of people with autism through challenging, attainable, and enjoyable recreational, athletic, and work programs. Unlike their typical peers, children and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have few opportunities to experience the more advanced, age-appropriate activities which truly challenge them.

Extreme Sports Camp provides this opportunity and the underlying instructional approach to realize it. ESC believes that learning any activity is best accomplished through sustained and repeated immersion, coupled with the expectation that the participant can in fact progress to the next level.

We have chosen activities that can be �extreme� to an ASD child but which can also be mastered by that child through incremental learning. The activity provides an intrinsic motivation to learn and work, and the staff of ESC provides the specialized instruction to enable the camper to succeed.

Extreme Sports Camp was founded in 2004 in Aspen, Colorado.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarship applications don't have to be submitted at the same time that you register- the earlier we receive them, the better! If your child lives in the local area (between Aspen and Parachute) and you want to enter him or her into the camp for respite reason, you may be qualified for assistance from The Valley Autism Assistance Fund, a charitable initiative of the Aspen Valley Foundation that provides monetary support to local families with members on the autism spectrum.

Please see the Aspen Valley Foundation website for more information and application instructions.

External scholarships are available as well. Autism Care and Treatment Today offers scholarships to families, with priority going to military families and families with more than one child affected with autism. See Our Camp Website Link: www.act-today.org for more information.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): During our summer programs, we offer a Family Session, where families are able to come stay overnight and participate in the activities with their children.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Extreme Sports Camp offers a fun, rewarding, and challenging overnight sports camp that provides the opportunities and support for children and adults on the autism spectrum to progress in active sports. Our staff is experienced in working with individuals across the spectrum and at any level of athletic ability. We know that people with autism can succeed at recreational sports � they just need the chance and the appropriate instructional approach.

Whether your camper's goal is improving athletic ability or building friendships and deepening social skills, Extreme Sports Camp has what you need! Participants experience sports activities each day that include wake boarding, water skiing, tubing, biking, rock climbing, white water kayaking, climbing on a ropes challenge course, hiking, and swimming. Activities are repeated throughout the week to build skills and confidence.

At our base camp at the Colorado Mountain College Spring Valley campus, ESC offers supplemental activities in a social environment such as yoga, games, movies, therapeutic drumming and dancing, and music in the park, as well as low-key athletics such as disk golf and field sports. We also now offer an adult-specific program lead by a dedicated Adult Team Supervisor. This program includes our regular sports plus employment-skills enhancement.

Depending on the individual's skill level, participants can assist our counseling, logistics and sports instruction staff, or they can focus on fully-supported development of discrete job tasks. Training is in the outdoor sports and recreation field in an ASD-friendly environment and is fully individualized. Our location on a community college campus facilitates age-appropriate living and working away from family. ESC is known for its winter ski/snowbard programs and summer camps; but we don't just disappear during the spring and fall! Our weekend program runs throughout the school year, offering a variety of outdoor (and some indoor) activities throughout the Roaring Fork Valley to small groups of no more than seven local participants from Aspen or the Roaring Fork Valley.

The program is designed for individuals anywhere on the autism spectrum from age six and up. Our pioneering methods combine relationship-based, social-emotional supports, embedded motivators & positive reinforcements � plus sports proficiency instruction & analytics are effective for ANY skill level! At the Winter Day Camp, we enjoy 5 days of skiing and snowboarding at Snowmass, Colorado, one of the world�s premier family-friendly ski resorts just a few miles outside of Aspen. The private lesson option pairs campers with Aspen Skiing Company instructors trained in working with persons with autism. Because it is a 1:1 program, private lessons allow for greater flexibility and convenience for participants than the camp program while still providing them the same quality ski/ snowboard instruction.

Families that want their students to enjoy a lesson with an Aspen Ski Company professional instructor while developing their social skills in a mainstream environment can request to sign-up for our buddy-supported group lessons. Supervised by an ESC buddy, enrolled students will participate in one of Aspen Skiing Company�s group lessons alongside neuro-typical learners of the same age group and skill level. The buddy-supported group lessons package includes assistance from an ESC buddy throughout the day. Improve Basic Life Skills! Adult Participants improve their social, vocational, daily living, and athletic skills with Extreme Sports Camp's trademark 1:1 support.

At ESC, we know that there are limited resources available for adults with autism after leaving school to facilitate their entry into the outside world. But adults with autism want to live dignified lives, just like other adults! So ESC has joined the growing national and global adult autism support movement by offering assistance and opportunities for young adults to integrate themselves in the mainstream Aspen and Roaring Fork Valley Community.

We learn vocational skills through job training and job hunting with our HIRE Adult Program, social skills through age-appropriate activities such as dining out and going to concerts, daily living skills through community living in ESC's camp house in Carbondale, Colorado, and athletic skills through ESC's classic athletic activities such as swimming, wake boarding, and hiking.

Our approach is thus holistic, attending to every aspect of our participant's maturing personality, and communal, incorporating participants into all facets of life in the valley and promoting community autism awareness. We recognize that people with autism are as multifaceted and are social beings as much as anyone else.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Complete information regarding Session dates are listed on our website, at: Our Camp Website Link: www.extremesportscamp.org. Fees vary depending on season and program options.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are currently accepting applications for Program Director. Applications for Summer 2015 will be accepted beginning Jan 1. 

Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.extremesportscamp.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: Beautiful Farm property

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Longmont. 2 Different summer programs available.

Weekly licensed camps:ages 5-14. (June 1-August 7th) These camps are designed to give each child a sense of rural, farm lifestyle. Each morning we break into groups based on age and friend groups. Outdoor activities include feeding and care of animals, gardening, art, and just old-fashioned play, such as climbing hay bales, zip line, tree houses and so much more! Camp counselor staff are qualified camp counselors approved through the state of Colorado. Hours are Half Days 9:00-1:00 or Full Days 9:00-3:00. Visit our website to see a more details. Sign up for several sessions, these camp mornings are never the same.

Summer Long SproutHouse Program: ages 3-6 (9 weeks, June 1-July 31)
This summer program will incorporate all the farm has to offer: Circle time, recycled art, music, zipline, daily farm routines, exploring an old, abandoned airplane, trips to magical fairy forest, feeding and caring for animals, gardening projects, or simply catching toads. The same group of children will meet every week for 9 weeks Choose, 2, 3, 4 or 5 days, single days are only offered on Fridays. Half days 8:30-12:30 or full days 8:30-3:00.

Location: 11150 Prospect Rd., Longmont. To view schedule and register online, go to Our Camp Website Link: www.sunflowerfarminfo.com or call (303) 774-8001.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We do offer scholarships every summer to families in need, please email us to receive an application.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year-Round Licensed Preschool SproutHouse Program (ages 3-6):
This farm-based preschool program is designed to give kids as much outdoor time on the farm as possible. Kids enjoy experiential learning through hands on animal time and care, gardening, harvesting, music, art, circle time, trips to magical fairy forest, zip-line and good old fashioned farm play. By popular demand, we have now added a Pre-K program for kids 4-6, turning 4 by October 1st and planning to attend Kindergarten the following year.

Follows St. Vrain School Calendar, August 10th- May 21st, choose one or multiple mornings, afternoons or full days, hours are 8:30-12:30 or 1:30-4:00 or full days. All childhoods should begin like this!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Preschool Camp session runs from June 1, 2020 - July 31, 2020. Please visit website for pricing.
Cost for weekly School-Age camp (Mon-Fri) is $325 for half days 9am-1pm & Full Days are $425 9:00-3:00.

See our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.sunflowerfarminfo.com for more details.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always looking for energetic camp counselors for summer and seasonal camps, who have experience teaching children and are over 18 and love the outdoors.  A 9 week commitment is requested in summer. Please send your resume to sunfowerfarmmail[AT]gmail.com for more information.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Shai offers a full-day, traditional day-camp experience for campers entering Kindergarten – 10th grade. Activities at Camp Shai are designed to challenge campers and help them grow in a safe, supportive environment. Each day at camp offers countless opportunities to make friends and memories while having a BLAST!

What is camp without swimming?!? All Camp Shai campers have free swim 3 – 4 times throughout the week. In addition, pre-K - 3rd grade have swimming lessons twice a week with our JCC Swim Safe Academy. During their time in the water, campers will learn proper water safety and swimming skills, including the four competitive strokes using stroke progression and repetition.

For your sporty camper, or campers who want to learn more about a particular sport, there is no better place than Shai Sports. Monday through Thursday, campers receive 2 hours of specialized instruction from vendors such as Snow Valley Basketball, HERO Sports, and our very own JCC Tennis Center. In addition to the professional vendors, Campers will also be supported by Shai Sports counselors. All campers will have the opportunity to practice new skills and master old ones. To accommodate age-appropriate skill development, Shai Sports is offering two age groups: Kindergarten – 1st Graders and 2 – 6th Graders.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The CIT Program is geared toward rising 9th and 10th graders who will gain hands-on professional experience in the camp environment… AND have a blast while they’re doing it! CITs will experience what it is like to be a counselor and practice their skills in camper care, leadership, and group management.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Need-based scholarship support is available as needed.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Excellent! Drop off your camper at the JCC for a day of fun, Camp Shai style! Together we will either go on a field trip or participate in a special on-site program. In addition, we make art projects, play games, go swimming (make sure to pack a suit!), and more! Each day, we will begin with a camp-style morning circle and icebreakers to get everyone engaged before we start our day of adventure. Make sure to please send your camper with a dairy lunch – we’ll provide healthy snacks. Each day of Camp Shai School’s Out is from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm with options for Sunrise Care (8:00 – 9:00 am) and Sunset Care (4:00 – 6:00 pm).

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Shai is excited to present our full-day Specialty Track Camps (9am – 4pm) with a wide variety of subjects to pique the interest of all campers! Specialty Track Camps offer an incredibly fun and well-founded day – 2-hours of specialized instruction Monday thru Thursday in addition to free swim and camp activities each day. On Fridays, Specialty Campers join in for all-camp Friday FUNdays and the all-camp Shabbat to finish up the week.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 4 - August 16th. Check out our website for a full listing of programs!

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Working at Camp Shai
More than having tons of experience, we’re looking for people who love working with children and want to learn tips and tricks to doing so! If you have a great attitude and are the kind of person who likes to “join in” and give everything a “go”, then this is a great job for you!

SO, WHY SHOULD I BE A CAMP COUNSELOR?
Camp Counselor jobs are your chance to have a different kind of summer, spending three months working with children.
It’s a great experience for anyone who wants to go into teaching or coaching. As a counselor, you’ll walk away from the summer as a better problem solver, communicator, and team player. It will also develop your leadership skills.
Most importantly… working at Camp is FUN!

For more information please email cjacobson[AT]jccdenver.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a main Visitor Center as well as an outdoor museum of over 300 dinosaur footprints and a couple of dozen dinosaur bones still in the rock along the trail/path.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Erin LaCount: Erin LaCount has been in charge of Education and Programs at Dinosaur Ridge since 2003. Having grown up at Dinosaur Ridge, Erin attended the first-ever Dinosaur Ridge Camps in the late 1990’s. After a brief hiatus, Erin revitalized the Dinosaur Ridge Camps in 2012 and is excited to share her love of dinosaurs with the campers!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We do have a scholarship available for camp, please contact Erin LaCount for more information. education[AT]dinoridge.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: President's Day Camp February 20
Spring Break Camp March 25, 26, 27
Ages: 6-11
Hours: 9am-3pm
*Post-camp program available from 3-4pm for $10
$70 per day

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 1-5 | Theme: Fossils & Fun | Age Group: 6-10
This camp is the perfect opportunity for future paleontologists, outdoor enthusiasts, and animal lovers to do science in a whole new way.

June 8-12 | Theme: Nature Trekkers | Age Group: 6-10
This camp is a discovery of the outdoor skills geologists, paleontologists, and naturalists use to fully explore our unique backyard.

June 15-19 | Theme: Rock Stars | Age Group: 11-13
This camp is for older kids that want to dive deeper into the sciences behind fossil and mineral collection, paleo-art, and outdoor leadership.

June 22-26 | Theme: Junior Scientists | Age Group: 8-11
This camp is for every kid who dreams of telescopes, fossil digs, contraptions, and messy science all in one amazing week! Members & Previous Campers can register today.

July 6-10 | Theme: Fossils & Fun | Age Group: 6-10
This camp is the perfect opportunity for future paleontologists, outdoor enthusiasts, and animal lovers to do science in a whole new way.

July 13-17 | Theme: Nature Trekkers | Age Group: 6-10
This camp is a discovery of the outdoor skills geologists, paleontologists, and naturalists use to fully explore our unique backyard.

July 20-24 | Theme: STEAM | Age Group: 8-11
This is a great camp for kids that want to go in-depth with projects and expand their knowledge in science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

July 27-31 | Theme: Junior Scientists | Age Group: 8-11
This camp is for every kid who dreams of telescopes, fossil digs, contraptions, and messy science all in one amazing week!

August 3-7 | Theme: Fossils & Fun | Age Group: 6-10
This camp is the perfect opportunity for future paleontologists, outdoor enthusiasts, and animal lovers to do science in a whole new way.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have accommodations ranging from indoor heated lodges, seasonal cabins, platform tents, teepees, hammocks, and more. All our accommodations have access to toilets and showers. We have an activity center with a dance and art room. Activity areas include an archery field and course, sports field, nature center, greenhouse, barn, pond, hikes, nature walks, etc. We have a dinning hall with beautiful expansive views of the nearby mountain ranges.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The mission of Tomahawk Ranch is to create outdoor lifelong learning adventures, friendships and fun within a safe, happy and healthy camp environment.

The goals of Tomahawk Ranch are to provide girls with a resident summer camp experience that:
1. Encourages enthusiasm, participation, friendships, and smiles to produce Happy Campers!!!

2. Develop a keen knowledge, love for and care of the natural world in order to keep it beautiful for future generations.

3. To hearten respect and create a supportive space for every camper’s creed, race, ethnicity, values, and heritage.

4. To encourage the life long learning and development of Girl Scout values and respect beyond the camping experience.

5. Create a healthy and safe environment which encourages excitement, positive risk-taking, and fun!!

6. Develop self awareness and acceptance through learning unique skills and building positive relationships which prepare campers to make meaningful contributions to society.

ACA Accredited and Child Care Licensed.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership/CIT/Program Aide sessions available.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camp grants are available. Register with a 10% deposit to secure your session and then complete the grant application.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camps and year-round programming offered.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year-round programming available. Rental of camp facilities & program also available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Sessions are from June 14-August 1. Register online at: Our Camp Website Link: girlscoutsco.campintouch.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Jobs are available, apply at:  Our Camp Website Link: girlscoutsco.campintouch.com.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Licensed social workers, grief professionals, and volunteers will be supervising your child at Camp Comfort. To ensure that each child receives plenty of personal attention, specially trained volunteers, called "buddies," stay with their assigned campers throughout the weekend including in the cabins at night. A camp nurse is available for first aid and dispensing of medication. All staff and volunteers are screened and have undergone background checks.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campcomfort.org for complete details.

We are currently enrolling for our two 2020 summer sessions scheduled June 12-14 and July 24-26.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have three facilites within a 2 mile raduis that host our summer camps. A cultural center that offers a technically advanced 316-seat theater, multiple gallery spaces, a dance studio as well an art studio for a variety of classes and a community room. A museum that has over 10 historic structures, 30,000 artifacts, a festival area and an outdoor amphitheater. A schoolhouse which has been renovated from the early 20th century, which houses studios for art, pottery, papermaking, jewelry and
weaving.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The City of Lakewood Summer Arts Camps has added new camps to their summer program that offer campers the support and encouragement to explore a variety of different art forms. Sessions include Art, Theater, Dance, Singing, Magic and History for ages 4-18. We offer half day camps with a full day option as well as our new extended studio program for early drop-off, late pick-up and lunch sessions; register for all three extended studio programs along with your camps and get a discount!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: 25% to 50% financial aid available. Please direct questions on how to apply to Brenda Dilley, Asst Facilities Specialist, at the Lakewood Link Recreation Center, 1295 S Reed Street, Lakewood, CO 80232. 303-987-5378. BreDil[AT]lakewood.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: Look online for our complete list of camps at Our Camp Website Link: www.lakewood.org, request a copy at HCA[AT]lakewood.org, or register online, in person at any City of Lakewood facility or by phone at 303-987-7845. Camps offered from June 2-Aug 8, 2014.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We are offering over 80 weekly uniquely themed camps, please check our website for more information at Our Camp Website Link: www.lakewood.org under Art/History Camps.

CAMP FACILITIES: Please visit our website Our Camp Website Link: www.mountingmiraclesranch.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Counselors Needed.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have an indoor location and access to professional film and sound equipment.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Campers will work with local Denver actors as well as industry professionals and working filmmakers in the area.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please contact sarah[AT]seriesfest.com to apply for financial aid.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp cost: $950
Early Bird Registration: $50 discount and two FREE tickets to a SeriesFest Season 8 screening of your choice

June 6-24
Monday - Friday
9am-3pm

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 2 camper dorms (sleeps 27 each)
Staff Rooms (11 hotel style rooms)
Full time staff housing
Main Lodge (dining hall, game room, multi-purpose room)
Nature Center
Ropes Course
Large game field

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All staff and volunteers are required to complete the week long training prior to the start of summer. All staff must have a current CPR/First Aid Certification. Specialist must also have their certification for lifeguards, archery and CDL to transport. In addition, RN must have a current CO license.

We are entering into our 50th year of providing quality programs to the special needs population!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We hire 4 CIT positions for the summer (2 female & 2 male)

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have camperships available for those who are eligible based upon their financial position.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Not at this time

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our program offers 8 weeks of residential summer camp. We also offer weekend respite camps during the off-season.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our programs are awesome!!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp sessions begin June 7 thru July 1, 2020
Camp Fees: $600 per week for summer
$200 per respite weekend

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire seasonal staff:
Camp Counselors: male and female
CITs: male and female
Program Director
Program Specialists
Food Service Aides
Registered Nurses
Internship and Volunteer positions

Our full-time staff include:
Camp Director
Executive Admin Asst.
Food Service/Maintenance
Housekeeping

CAMP FACILITIES: This camp is located at Medicine Horse in Boulder, CO. For more than 11 years, Medicine Horse Program has been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of adolescents, families, and adults through unique equine-assisted experiences. They are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

To meet the horses and see the site visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.medicinehorse.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This camp is facilitated by 2 therapists and supported by horse handlers to provided your daughters the best support during this fun and transformative camp.

Girls' Empowerment Camp Schedule:

Monday: Touching in and Grounding

On the first day of camp we will be exploring how to care for the horses and how to care for ourselves. We will be doing grooming and art-work activities to explore and reflect on this important topic. In the afternoon we will work with the herd of horses and we will learn how to calm ourselves and how to safely be in relationship with the horses and each other.

Tuesday: Leadership and Embodiment

On this day we will be exploring leadership and what it means to be a leader. We will discuss personal power, body language and communication. We will spend the day working with these topics and learning to lead the horses in a safe and productive way.

Wednesday: Honesty and Conflict

On the third day of camp we will be exploring honesty and conflict. We will spend time educating the girl’s about their brain’s and their body’s reactions to fear and conflict, in an effort to teach them how to work with difficult emotions in a positive way. We will be “joining” with the horses on this day. This activity is all about honesty, connection and relationship.

Thursday: Feeling Powerful

On this day we will be working on the skills we have built so far and we will be increasing our horsemanship skills in preparation for riding on Day 5. In order to feel powerful we need to be able to calm ourselves, be a leader, and communicate honestly. We will use all of these skills in an activity with the horses, concentrating on communication, trust and self-worth.

Friday: Intimacy and Trust

The last day! On this day we will be riding all day long. We will be bringing in all of the tools we have built since Day 1 and we will be celebrating all we have learned and done in the 5 days.

Heather Gunther is a registered psychotherapist with 15 years experience working with children and teens in teaching, counseling and wilderness therapy settings. She has advanced training in synergetic play therapy, wilderness therapy, transpersonal counseling and theta healing. To learn more about Heather visit her website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.HealThroughPlay.com

Eve Ellis is a registered psychotherapist with 5 years experience working with children and teens in therapeutic settings and over 10 years experience working with children and teens in equine settings. She has advanced training in play therapy, wilderness therapy, equine assisted psychotherapy and transpersonal counseling. Eve finds the equine-human relationship both empowering and revealing, and loves working with the horses to help individuals build self-confidence and hope. To learn more about Eve Ellis visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.NatureofTherapy.com

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp focuses on girl leadership.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Each day parents will be given talking points to support their daughters in bringing the lessons of camp into their daily life. Parents will also be contacted before and after camp to discuss challenges and growth.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Heal Through Play also offers play therapy services through-out the year for children struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, aggression, sensory processing, autism, adoption, trauma, and other struggles that may be keeping a child from thriving. For more information visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.HealThroughPlay.com

OTHER CAMP INFO: WHAT IS EQUINE THERAPY?
Equine Therapy believes that the use of horses in therapy fosters personal growth and exploration. It can involve riding, lunging, leading, feeding, grooming and herd work dependent on each individual’s needs and desires. It occurs mostly outside in a field or a stall with horses. It has been known to assist many different people with a variety of needs and hopes in therapy.

WHY EQUINE THERAPY?
The horse is an intuitive creature known for its ability to connect with humans and maintain its wild and primal nature. The connection with the horse fosters increased self-esteem and confidence
Working with horses teaches the importance of appropriate boundaries. It increases an individual’s ability to express their needs and emotions clearly. Riding horses increases trunk control, fine motor control and balance. Equine Therapy creates real-life situations in which individuals must learn to develop and integrate life-skills.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The camp costs: $500 for the week

Two week long camps are available:

Session 1: July 13th - 17th
Session 2: August 10th - 14th

For more information about detailed schedule, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.HealThroughPlay.com and visit camps.

CAMP FACILITIES: The spacious "campus" includes a large indoor arena, indoor gymnastics workout area, lounge; outdoor arenas and open space include a regulation size dressage arena, barrel race arena, huge jumping arena, and a cross country course.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family horsemanship classes are designed for those who are purchasing a horse for one or several family members, or simply want to support the family member who rides, through an increased understanding and appreciation of horsemanship. Care and handling of horses is the main focus.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: EquesTraining offers riding lessons throughout the year. Ongoing programs include vaulting, dressage, jumping, and general horsemanship.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For a wealth of information on our programs and the many possibilities we provide for horse lovers, please visit our website:
www.EquesTraining.com

Information and registration for our scheduled equestrian camps for summer is found on our web

CAMP FACILITIES: This is a highly resourced camp, accommodations are a few steps above rustic!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership/CIT/Program Aide programs from June 15-August 1.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camp Grants are available. Pay a 10% deposit to reserve your space at camp and then apply for a camp grant.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camp sessions in May.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
To register, visit: Our Camp Website Link: girlscoutsco.campintouch.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Jobs are available, visit Our Camp Website Link: girlscoutsco.campintouch.com.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Wego is fully committed to developing life and social skills for individuals with special needs ages 14 and up. We believe that our travel trips are a great way to experience independence, improve social skills, and increase self-esteem in a secure, safe and also an exciting environment. Our primary goals are to help travelers build self-esteem, develop better social skills and self-expression, make and maintain friendships, improve fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and sensory integration.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Wego travels year around.

OTHER CAMP INFO: No Financial aid offered.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Most trips cost $1000 and up

For complete info visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campwego.com