OUTDOOR DAY CAMPS

Able To Sail Youth Empowerment Camp

Longmont

720-233-8969 abletosail.org

Learn the basics of sailing: parts of the boat, rigging, capsize recovery, boat handling, tacking, jibing and points of sail. Sailing then serves as the foundation on which we teach self-esteem. We discuss how lessons learned about sailing can be applied to navigating the stormy seas of youth, inspiring them into their greatest-yet-to-be! We have 2 LGBTQIA+ specific camps! A four-day camp at Union Reservoir, Longmont; various weeks June–August. Cost $395. Ages 12-18.

ADVANCED DOUBLEHANDED SAILING CAMP | AGES 12-17

Boulder

303-757-7718 communitysailing.org

This camp is perfect for anyone who has had at least two weeks of Intermediate Camp or has previous experience sailing a c420 sailboat. Campers at this level are ready to take on the challenges of a larger “double-handed” (2-person) c420 sailboat. Sailors will sail with a partner while strengthening sailing skills and focusing on boat handling, right of way, and sailing in all conditions under control. Campers need one week of Advanced Double-Handed Camp (and at least four weeks total) to move on to either Expert Camp.

Adventure Quest With Renaissance Adventures

Boulder, Denver, Longmont, Littleton

303-786-9216

RenaissanceAdventures.com

In small groups of like ages, children ages 6-17 read maps, solve mysteries and riddles, overcome dynamic challenges, and battle using safe, foam swords. Adventure Quest summer camps are designed to develop teamwork, critical thinking, ethical reasoning, communication, and other skills for social emotional development. Highlytrained staff, and over 25 years experience make Renaissance Adventures a family favorite kids camp since 1995.

Avid4 Adventure

Boulder, Superior, Lafayette, Castle Rock, Colorado Springs, Denver, Golden, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch

720-249-2412

Avid4.com info@avid4.com

Avid4 Adventure Day Camps teach preK-7th graders of all levels to climb, paddle, bike, hike and thrive in the outdoors. With help from our time-tested curriculum and experienced instructors, we give campers solid skills and character-shaping confidence, launching them into a lifetime of adventure.

Boulder County United Summer Soccer Camps

Boulder

303-443-8877 bouldercountyunited.com

Boulder County United Soccer Camps maintain a focus on the Boulder County United Soccer Club values of community, character, passion and achievement. Players will receive small-group training involving soccer fundamentals, techniques and tactics. Activities will be designed to accommodate players of all skill levels and abilities. Boulder County United soccer camps welcome recreational and competitive players who are looking to improve themselves as soccer players and as people while having fun playing the beautiful game of soccer. For ages U5-U19.

Dawson Summer Camps

Lafayette

303-665-6679 dawsonschool.org summercamps@dawsonschool.org

Ages 5-15. Week-long day camps. M-F. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Seven weeks starting June 5-July 28. Sports, art, science and tech, and more. Over 100 camps to choose from. Full hot/cold lunch in our dining hall. Take a break and cool off in the pool daily. Experienced adult director for every camp, low camper/ staff ratio. Location: 10455 Dawson Drive, Lafayette. Camp cost starts at $420/week. See ad.

Dungeon Delvers With Renaissance Adventures

Boulder and online 303-786-9216

RenaissanceAdventures.com

In Dungeon Delvers, Renaissance Adventures’s expert game masters and story crafters lead participants in a tabletop RPG program that utilizes the Dungeons & Dragons® game system. Explore and create an adventure in a fantasy world of one of the most popular tabletop roleplaying games! Beginner and experienced players are welcome. Ages 10-17.

EXPERT SOLO SAILING CAMP | AGES 12-17

Boulder

303-757-7718 communitysailing.org

This camp is perfect for anyone who has had at least one week of an Advanced Camp or has previous experience sailing a Laser Sailboat. The minimum weight requirement for sailing a Laser safely (due to the sheer size of the boat) is 110lbs. Expert-level sailors smaller than this can sail in the Expert Spinnaker Camp and sail c420s. This sailing camp is perfect for those who are ready to take on the challenges of a larger single-handed Laser sailboat. Sailors will sail solo while strengthening sailing skills and focusing on boat handling, right of way, and sailing in all conditions under control.

EXPERT SPINNAKER SAILING CAMP | AGES 12-17

Boulder

303-757-7718 communitysailing.org

This camp is perfect for campers who have had at least one week of Advanced Double-Handed sailing camp or previous experience sailing s420s. Sailors with the most advanced experience will expand their skill set to include a third sail. Using c420s with a mainsail, jib, and spinnaker this class focuses on the skills, needed to juggle all three sails successfully. Campers in this camp must come with a solid working knowledge of how to rig and sail a c420 both as a crew and skipper in various conditions. There is little time spent focusing on basic c420 skills to have more time to focus on the most advanced skills needed to fly more complicated spinnakers.

Goats And Gardens Camp

Boulder

303-413-7270

BPRcamps.org

Ages 5-11. Goats and Gardens is back for another summer by popular demand! From playing with kid goats, to solar oven pizzas at the gardens, to gymnastics and swimming at the rec center, it’s an awesome summer camp mix! Dates: June 5-Aug. 11. No camp the week of July 3.

GROWING GARDENS — CHILDREN’S PEACE GARDEN

Boulder

303-443-9952 growinggardens.org

Spend an active week gardening, cooking, and creating on our one-of-a-kind urban farm! Learn about sustainable agriculture, pollinators, and ecosystems through hands-on learning and exploration. We’ll engage all of our senses through farm-to-fork cooking, art & science projects, and games. Early bird discounts are available before March 15. Ages 5-11. Full-day camps, M-F, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

INTERMEDIATE 1 SAILING CAMP | AGES 8-13

Boulder

303-757-7718 communitysailing.org

This camp is perfect for anyone who has had at least two weeks of Learn to Sail Camp or has previous experience sailing solo. Sailors will strengthen basic skills and become proficient sailing by themselves in their own RS Tera sailboat. Practicing tacking, jibing, sail trim, all points of sail, boat handling, knot tying, and efficient capsize recovery are the goals of this camp. Returning Intermediate Campers graduate to a larger sail for a more challenging experience in order to safely prepare them for the next step. Taking two weeks of an intermediate level camp is required before moving on to the Advanced level. This camp can be taken twice if Intermediate 2 isn’t available or an option in your family’s schedule.

INTERMEDIATE 2 SAILING CAMP | AGES 8-13

Boulder

303-757-7718 communitysailing.org

This camp is perfect for anyone who has taken one week of Intermediate 1 Camp. Sailors will strengthen sailing skills and focus on boat handling, right of way, sailing in all conditions under control, and skipper/crew responsibilities. Utilizing Tera Pro racing boats, and RS Fevas campers are able to hone skills needed in a more challenging and responsive boat while increasing independence in all aspects of sailing. Taking two weeks of an Intermediate level camp is required before moving on to the Advanced level.

JUNIOR SAILING INSTRUCTOR IN TRAINING (JSIT) CAMP | AGES 12-17

Boulder 303-757-7718 communitysailing.org

Our Junior Sailing Instructor in Training (JSIT) Camp provides the necessary skills and training for Advanced sailors to become confident and qualified JSITs. This course is mandatory for all first year Junior Instructor applicants and only needs to be taken once.

Eligibility requirements:

• Successful completion of at least 2 weeks of Advanced Sailing Camp or higher

• Be available to volunteer for full weeks at a time

• If the applicant is new, they must be available to attend the JSIT Training Course ($467 for the week) June 12-16, 2023 (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.3:30 p.m.).

JUNKYARD SOCIAL CLUB: SCIENCE + ART

Boulder junkyardsocialclub.org

Campers explore life-size science and art on our adventure playground. Our structures are the foundation and “loose parts” (tarps, clamps, pipes, and rope, etc.) are the tools to execute ideas. Campers wil create gondolas with ropes and pulleys, design mini-golf holes, build fort villages, and launch DIY parachutes off our play structures.

Ages 6-12. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., June 5-Aug. 11. $95/day; use the code CAMPBO for 10% off a full week.

Keystone Science

SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP

Keystone 970-468-2098

KeystoneScienceSchool.org

Campers, aged 5-12, will create lifelong friendships, explore and learn about the natural world, and gain leadership and wilderness skills. Since 1976, our beautiful, 23-acre campus nestled in the mountains along the Continental Divide has served the perfect basecamp for a summer full of adventure and fun in the outdoors. New theme options each week.

KNIGHT CIT (COUNSELORIN-TRAINING)

Boulder, Denver, Littleton, Longmont

303-786-9216

RenaissanceAdventures.com

The Knight CIT offering at Renaissance Adventures is a unique leadership program where the teens mentor younger campers and assist our adult campers. Knights join an Adventure Quest group, who are playing the heroes of a mythic quest. Knight CITs assist the Quest Leader to help with activities, challenges, storytelling, plot dynamics, characters, safety, and leadership. Ages 14-17.

LITTLE PUFFS SAILING CAMP | AGES 5-6

Boulder

303-757-7718 communitysailing.org

For our youngest campers, these weeklong camps introduce sailing, water safety and boating. This is a great introduction on how to have fun and be safe on the water. Sailing together as a group with the instructor and taking turns with each job in a larger Venture Keel 18 or Capri 14 sailboat, is a great way to teach the fundamentals with this age group.We understand that campers this age may not be strong swimmers so we recommend that they come having previous experience swimming with a PFD in a lake or reservoir. As long as they can kick and paddle comfortably in an intended direction while wearing a PFD, they are a good fit for this camp.

Living Arts Summer Camp

Boulder

720-383-4406 livingartsschool.com info@livingartsschool.com

M-F. At Living Arts Summer Camp, we offer your child the simple joy of making things with their hands. In a world that moves faster and faster, we advocate a slower, gentler experience, in a beautiful, outdoor setting that inspires creativity, connection and beauty. Summer camps are 11 weeks and include: Intro to the Forest, Explorers & Mapmakers, Forest Dwellers, Do You See What I See, Great Creek Race, Magic Potions, Preparing for the Banquet, Tiny Worlds, Animal Awareness, Rainbow Handwork

& Fine Feathered Friends. Ages 6-12. Day camp. 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Option of aftercare from 3 to 5 p.m.).

OLDER LEARN TO SAIL CAMP | AGES 10-17

Boulder

303-757-7718 communitysailing.org

This entry-level camp is perfect for any first-time sailor ages 10 and up. Campers will sail two to a boat in an age-appropriate RS Feva sailboat. This class emphasizes learning the basics, feeling comfortable on the water, and having fun. For any campers coming back for the second week of Older Learn to Sail Camp, a second sail can be utilized for added challenge. Sign up solo or with a friend! Taking two weeks of Learn to Sail Camp is required before moving on to the Intermediate level.

Reservoir Camp

Boulder

303-413-7270

BPRcamps.org

Our Reservoir camp is a perfect way for campers to stay cool in the hot Colorado sun, build self confidence and to have fun! Its a great mixture of kayaking, swimming, and “nuke em’,” and making new friends. Come cool off with us this summer! Dates: June 12–July 31. No camp the week of July 3. Camp runs Monday through Thursday.

SINGLETRACK MOUNTAIN BIKE ADVENTURES (SMBA)

Boulder

303-447-8014 ridesmba.org

Flexible schedule, ages 7-17. SMBA offers weekly four-day summer camps (beginner, co-ed and all girls options), spring and fall after school ride programs (beginner to advanced, co-ed), spring/fall Sunday Team programs, Summer Team programs (intermediate to advanced, co-ed and all girls options), and Adventure Trips (intermediate, co-ed). Easy to advanced trail riding allows athletes to master mountain bike skills in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. SMBA provides an atmosphere where riders have the opportunity to develop a range of skills and interests in a fun and non-competitive environment.