Summer Camp 2026
Registration for Summer Camp is now open!
For kids that enjoy the outdoors (1:8 ratio)
Fully insured program and permit to operate at State Parks.
Sessions are held in various "nature classrooms" around the Santa Cruz mountains.
Parents drop off & pick up at the location of the day.
Summer Camp is an opportunity for children to have a vacation, slow down, have fun and relax from the school routine. There will be trips to the beach, woods, river and creeks to explore. Children play in nature and chill with others, along with having exposure to Spanish. Fun and active games, hikes, watercolor painting, sunbathing, nature journaling, splashing in the water, songs, storytelling, and much more are a part of the summer days.
Scheduling Options:
Hours: 9am-3pm (6 hours of fun)
You can select the specific weeks or days your child(ren) will attend.
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5-day week: As many you need
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4-day week: (minimum 2 weeks)
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3-day week: Monday-Wednesday-Friday (minimum of 3 weeks)
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2-day week: Tuesday-Thursday OR Monday-Wednesday (minimum of 3 weeks)
If you don't see your combination or have different needs, feel free to ask.
Cost:(Based on $17 hour)
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one-days $105
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two-days $205
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tree-days $305
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four-days $405
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five-days $510
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Need a drop-in? Same day if available: $120
Locations:
Natural Bridges SP, Henry Cowell SP, Pogonip trails, Henry Cowell Rincon Trail, & DeLaveaga Park
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Monday: Pogonip or DeLaveaga Park
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Tuesday: Henry Cowell Redwoods
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Wednesday: Natural Bridges State Park or Pogonip
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Thursday: Henry Cowell Rincon Trail or Henry Cowell Redwoods
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Friday: Kids choice from the options above
*Note: Locations are subject to change due weather conditions, park closures, etc. Ex.: If there is a heat warning, we will move beach-day to the river in the woods.
Calendar:
Week 1: June 1 to 5
Week 2: June 8 to 12
Week 3: June 15 to 19
Week 4: June 22 to 26
Week 5: June 29 to July 3
Week 6: July 6 to 10
Week 7: July 13 to 17
Week 8: July 20 to 24
Week 9: July 27 to 31
Week 10: August 3 to 5 (3 day week)
Extended dates for families whose kids start school in September:
Week 10.5: August 6 to 7
Week 11: August 10 to 14
Week 12: August 17 to 21
Week 13: August 24 to 28
Labor Day September 7 2026: One-day camp
Ready to Register?
To register, email at spanishnatureclub@gmail.com.
Non-refundable deposit of 30% of the full cost camp is required to secure your kid's spot.
This deposit goes toward full cost of camp and is non-refundable. The remaining balance is due before camp start as you will be receive and email with logistics and payment information. Payments are non-refundable.
