Academic/Science Camps
Camp Code for Girls, June 23-27, Eastern Washington University—Spokane, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free one-week summer camp is designed for girls entering grades 7-9, and intended to spark their interest in pursuing future careers in the STEM fields. Participants take part in a variety of educational coding games and activities led by experienced female software developers. Camp Code introduces participants to a variety of women in technology and explores the diverse opportunities available to women who code. Before and after care available. Sponsored by Fast Enterprises in partnership with Eastern Washington University. CampCodeInfo@FastEnterprises.com, https://www.fastenterprises.com/camp-code/
EWU GenCyber Cybersecurity Camp, Catalyst Building, Spokane, July 21-25, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., free. Grades 7-8. Participants will explore the high-demand and rapidly growing field of cybersecurity. Through hands-on activities, they will learn how cybersecurity professionals help protect information and information systems from unauthorized access, misuse, and destruction. Students will make valuable contacts with local industry leaders in the field and will leave the camp with not only a rewarding experience but also souvenirs and a certificate of completion. No cybersecurity experience needed! Funded by a grant from the U.S. National Security Agency. Must commit to pre-camp and post-camp asynchronous virtual activities.http://www.ewu.edu/gencyber,
Gonzaga Prep summer programs include Science Safari, June 23-26, 8-10 a.m. or 10 a.m.-noon, grades 3-7 can explore the ecology and wildlife of Australia through exciting, hands-on activities. Science Safari is an opportunity to investigate and experience science in a fun, interactive camp environment, $100. Middle School Study Skills Aug. 11-14, 9 a.m.-9:55 a.m., grades 6-8 can learn secrets of successful students, and how to become one. Study skills seminar has been designed to help with goal setting, time management, learning styles, organization, note taking, outlining, test taking, and more. It’s also a great transition to high school, $100. “Grammar Rocks,” Aug. 11-14, 8 a.m.-8:55 a.m., grades 7-10. Camp helps break down challenges of grammar in fun ways by providing a crash course on the most common grammar mistakes that plague high school students. $100. Robotics I June 17-19, 9-11 a.m. grades 4-8 can earn to build and program robots through fun challenges. Led by experienced Gonzaga Prep teachers, this camp is perfect for tech enthusiasts. $100. Robotics 2 June 23-26, 8-10 a.m. or 10:05 a.m.-12:05 p.m. or 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Grades 4-8 can learn the basics of robotics. gprep.com/summercamps, mmcfarland@gprep.com.
Inland Chess Academy offers beginner, intermediate, and advanced camps July 8-10 and Aug. 5-7 covering various chess topics for grades K-12, St John Vianney School. Beginners camp is 10 a.m.-noon, advanced, 1-4 p.m. http://www.inlandchess.org, email chess@inlandchess.org or (509) 822-9800.
Satori Academic Summer Camp, July 20-26, Eastern Washington University. Week-long residential experience designed for high school and middle school students who enjoy the pursuit of academics. The “pre-college" experience offers participants the opportunity to enroll in their choices of 27 mini-courses such as linguistics (creating a language), oceanography, art of theater, pH pioneers (exploring acids and bases), dollars and sense (beginners guide to financial success,) so you want to be in a musical, and discovering community, “with a little help from my friends.” Participants will also have access to the EWU recreational facilities like the Olympic-size swimming pool, climbing wall, ice skating rink and volleyball courts. satoricamp@ewu.edu or inside.ewu.edu/ewu.edu.
The Nest Community School Summer Camps, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., July 7-Aug. 22, offer play-based, nature-focused learning for ages 4-10. Include hands-on exploration, outdoor learning, and community building in a Reggio-inspired environment. Camps emphasize outdoor education, sensory exploration, and play-based learning to foster independence, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Each session led by experienced educators who guide children through nature-based activities, fort-building, loose parts play, and interactive projects that support cognitive and social-emotional development. $350/week. Weekly and summer-long sessions available. spokanenest.com/summercamp
Washington Business Week, July 27-Aug. 1, Eastern Washington. High school student-led companies race against the clock to develop a world-changing idea and pitch it to potential investors during a week-long competition. Students are guided by a mentor from a local business, and learn to work as a team, explore careers, and build a network with professionals and future leaders. Program includes two college credits. $1,100, scholarships available. Open to students graduating between 2025 and 2029. info@wbw.org, https://wbw.org/our-programs/summer, (253) 237-3545.
Youth Heritage Project, July 14-17, free overnight field school for high-school students, focused on the history, culture, and nature of Washingtons special places. Camp explores the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area in North Bend. Students will explore the relationship between humans and the landscape through hands-on activities to help conservation efforts, visit historic sites and unique museums, and learn about co-management of cultural resources. YHP students will be paired with local organizations to address issues in the community and work in groups on project proposals to present at the conclusion of the week. yhp@preservewa.org, https://preservewa.org/programs/youth-heritage-project/ Applications are currently open for student attendees and teacher/mentors. Student applications are due Tuesday, May 6.
Arts/Theater Camps
Aerial Arts Camp, June 23-27 and July 7-11 for ages 7-18 in Moscow. Campers will learn basic vocabulary and skills on aerial silks, aerial sling, and aerial hoop/lyra. Participants will learn from experienced coaches who teach aerial arts on UI’s campus as part of the Aerial Arts Club and who are performers with Gem State Flyers aerial performance troupe. Aerial Basics, for ages 7-12, is June 23-27 with showcase June 28, $225. Aerial Basics and Performance, ages 13-18, June 23-27 and July 7-11 with performances on July 11 and 12, $375. (208) 885-6465, theatre@uidaho.edu or uidaho.edu/theatre
All Hands In, June 23-27, 9-11 a.m., Destination Church Spokane, music camp uses drumming, songs, and dance to teach Bible stories in a fresh new way. Students grades 1-5 will learn drumming techniques, grooves, and dances to complement a story to perform at the end of the week. $165, minimum 10 students/maximum 15, montanameek@gmail.com, (406) 240-2185.
Blue Door Theater Youth Summer Camps include All Day Improv Summer Camp, July 14-18, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. In addition to mastering the fundamentals of improv, campers will discover various forms of improvisation, including different type of games, movement, and performance techniques. Students will have the opportunity to take four classes taught by various instructors, covering topics such as Improv Tools, Games, Stage, and Character. $313.39. Improv Summer Sketch July 28-Aug 1, $235.39. Fun with Improv Aug. 11-15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $235. (509) 747-7045, info@thebluedoortheatre.com.
Camp Broadway at the Musical Theatre Training Institute at Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater, July 7-Aug. 15, North Idaho College, offers ages 8-13 the opportunity to learn all about musical theatre, including hands-on training in acting, singing, and dancing, daily tours, meet and greets with Broadway directors, performers and creatives, and final invite-only performance. $299/week. https://cstmtti.com/enroll/camps
Gonzaga Prep Art Camp, 10:05 a.m.-12:05 p.m. or 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. June 23-26, grades 2-8, “Create, Explore, and Discover the Outback through Art” The theme of the Australian Outback will guide painting, drawing, and sculpture projects. Materials provided, $100. gprep.com/summercamps, mmcfarland@gprep.com
Gonzaga Prep Drama Camp “Cast of Characters, ” Aug. 4-8 or Aug. 11-1, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Weeklong camp for grades 5-8 is packed with acting, improv, musical theatre, choreography, and a final performance for family and friends. $225. gprep.com/summercamps mmcfarland@gprep.com
HeatherThymeArt, June 23-Aug. 31, Spokane Valley, 9 a.m.-noon Monday-Thursday, painting and mixed media art camps for ages 5-12. Free creation time and games are also part of the fun. Weekly themes include Ocean Animals: mixed media dolphins, watercolor resist jellyfish, watercolor mer-cats, shark painting on canvas and seahorse painting on canvas, June 23-26 or Aug. 25-28, ages 5-11, $155, Fan Favorites: narwhal on canvas, design and decorate tote bags with sharpie, create a sculpture with air dry clay, make slime, July 7-10, ages 5-11, $155, Canvas Paintings: happy cactus, tropical toucan, cat with flowers and beach sunset, July 14-17, ages 6-12, $155, Art Meets Science: oobleck, slime, milk food coloring swirling, painting with marbles, lemon volcanoes and invisible ink, July 28-31 or August 18-21, ages 6-12, $155, Summer Vibes: giant ice cream painting, tropical beach watercolors, campfire painting, and mixed media lighthouses, Aug. 4-7, ages 5-11, $155, heatherthymeart@gmail.com, https://www.heatherthymeart.com/book-online
Idaho Repertory Theatre Summer Drama Camp for Kids, July 14-Aug. 3, Moscow. Children ages 7-14 can express their creativity and learn about show business by preparing and performing in a production of “Peter Pan” on Aug. 2-3. $375 until June 14, then $400 per student. Registration capped at 60 campers. https://uidaho.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_295HGSEkFddRW3c or email theatre@uidaho.edu.
Sandra's Studio of Dance summer programs, May 27-Aug. 21. Programs include continuation classes, four-day themed childrens camps, and a two-week intensive featuring a variety of dance genres and conditioning. Children's camps feature high-quality dance instruction, crafts, and storytelling. Dance intensive prepares older students to take their ballet, tap, and contemporary skills to the next level. Continuation Session May 27, 29, June 3, 5 Primary and Grade 1 Ballet (ages 6-9), 5 6 p.m., $85, Continuation Session June 2, 4, 9, 11 Grades 2-3 (ages 8-11), 3:30-4:30 p.m., $85; Grade 5+ (ages 11+), 4:45-6 p.m., $125, Ballet at the Beach May 27, 29, June 3, 5 3:30-4:45, ages 3-6, $100, Undersea Adventures June 23-26: 9-10:15 OR 10:30-11:45 a.m., ages 3-6, $100, Fairytale Fantasy July 7-10: 9-9:45, ages 2.5-4, $60, Carnival on a Cloud Ballet and Tap Dance - July 7-10: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., ages 5-8, $175, Twirling through the Classics Aug. 18-21: 9-10:15 OR 10:30-11:45, ages 3-6, $100, Dance Intensive July 22-31 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., ages 10+, $450. spokanestudioofdance@gmail.com, https://www.sandraolgardsstudioofdance.com/summer, (509) 838-7464.
Spokane Valley Summer Theatre Conservatory includes ‘Play in a Week’ camps for grades 2-7, week-long camps for middle and high school students grades 7-12, and specialty workshops and masterclasses. Elementary camps are $275 apiece and include “Alice in Wonderland” June 23-27, grades 3-6, University High School; “A Pig Called Wilbur” July 7-11, grades 2-5, University High School; “Super Friends” July 14-18, grades 3-6, Ponderosa Elementary; “Scooby Doo and The Pirates,” July 21-25, grades 2-5, Ponderosa Elementary; “James and the Giant Peach,” July 28-Aug. 1, grades 2-4, University High School; “The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe,” Aug. 4-8, grades 3-6, University High School. Junior Rising Stars Musical Theatre Showcase, June 23-27, grades 9-12, University High School, $305; Broadway Acting Camp, July 7-11, grades 7-12, University High School, $305. https://www.svsummertheatre.com/camps
The Dance Center of Spokane Summer Camps, June 23-Aug. 21. Camps include dance and Preschool Camps for students/dancers ages 3-plus, including Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tumbling, and more. STEAM Preschool Camps, ages 3-5. 9 a.m.-noon, $195/session, starting with Mad Scientist, July 14-17; Art, Art, More Art, July 21-24; Dr. Suess' Circus, August 4-7. Fitness is Fun, August 11-14; Camp Out, Aug 8-21. Dance Camps, ages 3-5 $125/session. Broadway Bonanza, Ballet/Tap, June 23-26, 2-3:30 p.m.; Fairytale Fantasy, Ballet/Tumble, July 14-17, 1-2:30 p.m.; Jungle Safari, Ballet/Jazz, July 21-24, 5:30-7 p.m.; Under the Sea, Ballet/Tap, Aug. 4-7, 1-2:30 p.m.; Dazzling Disney, Ballet/Jazz, Aug. 11-14, 1-2:30 p.m. Dance Camps, ages 6-9. $125/session. Broadway Bonanza, Ballet/Tap, June 23-26, 2-3:30 p.m.; Fairytale Fantasy, Ballet/Tumble, July 14-17, 1-2:30 p.m; Jungle Safari, Jazz/Hip Hop, July 21-24, 5:30-7 p.m. Under the Sea, Ballet/Tap, Aug. 4-7, 1-2:30 p.m.; Dazzling Disney, Ballet/Jazz, Aug.11-14, 1-2:30 p.m. Dance Camps, beginning dancers ages 10-12, $140/session. Broadway Bonanza, Ballet/Jazz, June 23-26, 3:30-5:30 p.m.; Simply Tumbling, Tumble/Tricks, July 14-17, 2:30-4:30 p.m.; Jungle Safari, Jazz/Hip Hop, July 21-24, 7-9 p.m. Dance Camps, Beginning Dancers, ages 13+, $140/session. Ballet/Jazz, June 23-26, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Hip Hop/Jazz, July 21-24, 7-9 p.m. Beginning Dancers age 13+ contact the studio if you are interested in RAD Ballet Intensive, Get Back in Shape Week!, All Style Dance Intensives, Hip Hop Intensive, and Jazz Intensive. Dance Camps & Intensives, ages 7-11. experienced dancers. $140/session. Broadway Bonanza, Ballet/Jazz, June 23-26, 3:30-5:30 p.m.; Simply Tumbling, Tumble/Tricks, July 14-17, 3:30-5:30 p.m.; Jungle Safari, Jazz/Hip Hop, July 21-24, 7-9 p.m. Junior All Style Intensive 1, Aug. 4-7, 1:30-3:30 p.m.; Junior All Style Intensive 2, Aug. 11-14, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Dance Camp. Royal Academy of Dance Ballet Intensive. Ages 10+ experienced dancers. $150/session. Levels: Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate, Advanced 1 and 2. July 14-17, 5:30-8 p.m. Dance Camp. Ages 10+. experienced dancers, $150. Get Back in Shape Week! Ballet and Jazz. July 21-24. 3-5:30 p.m. Dance Camps. All Style Dance Intensives, ages 10+ experienced dancers. Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Musical Theater, Contemporary, Lyrical, Tap, Hip Hop. Session 1, Aug. 4-7, 3-9 p.m. Session 2, Aug. 11-14, 3-9 p.m., $350/session or $600/both sessions. Mini Jazz Intensive ages 6-10, $150. Jazz Technique and Combo Classes. 11 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. Jazz Intensive. Ages 9+. $400/session or $110/day. July 28-31. REQUIRED PLACEMENT CLASS- July 29, 9-10 a.m. Level 1 (ages 9+) 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; Level 2 (ages 12+) 12:30-4:45 p.m.; Level 3 (ages 15+) 2-6 p.m., includes Jazz techniques, turns, jumps and combos. Hip Hop Intensive. Ages 12+ with a minimum of 2 years hip hop experience. $80/session. July 28-31. 6:15-7:30 p.m. $125-$400 depending on session. Discounts available for multiple sessions of the same camp type, per student not per family. dance@dancecenterofspokane.com, http://www.dancecenterofspokane.com, (509) 448-2464.
"You-Can-Le-Le", ukelele camp, July 24-26, 9 a.m.-noon, Cheney. Join instructor Cait for a 3-day ukulele camp featuring basic chords and strumming patterns. Students will perform their new skills at a celebration at the end of camp at 9 a.m. July 26. $105-175, jhubbard@westplainsmusicaldiscovery.com, (509) 230-8742.
Athletic Camps
Gonzaga Prep Athletic camps include Football Camp, June 23-26, 8-10 a.m. Camp for grades 5-8 focuses on offensive and defensive fundamentals. Players will be taught the basic practice of tackling to make football a safer sport. $100. Girls Basketball Camp, grades 1-8, June 23-26, 8-10 a.m., Camp has been designed to teach fundamental skills such as ball handling, shooting, footwork, and offensive and defensive concepts. Participants can look forward to exciting competitions and chances to win prizes, $100. Volleyball, grades 4-8, July 16-17, high-energy camp focuses on fundamentals while being fun and community-oriented, $100. Girls Softball, grades 3-8, June 23-26, 10:05 a.m.-12:05 p.m. Open to all skill levels. Students learn pitching, hitting, fielding, and game strategies with drills and scrimmages, $100. Boys basketball grades 4-8, June 23-26, 10:05 a.m.-12:05 p.m., features basic fundamentals like ball handling, shooting form, footwork, offensive and defensive concepts, with competitions and prizes, $100. Baseball K-8, Session 1 June 17-19 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Session 2 July 7-9, 9-11:30 a.m., camps cover fundamentals of throwing, hitting, fielding, hitting and pitching. $100. Baseball Catchers grades 6-12, session 1 June 18-19, 8-10 a.m., Session 2 July 1-2 8-10 a.m. Teaches fundamentals of catching, including footwork, transfer and blocking. Open to boys and girls, $100. Youth Soccer Camp, co-ed, grades 6-8, July 28-31 10 a.m.-noon. Teaches soccer fundamentals including passing, shooting, possession, patterns of play and defense. $100. Wrestling/Tumbling, grades 2-8, June 23-26 8-10 a.m., or 10:05 a.m.-12:05 p.m. or 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m., Teaches fundamentals of tumbling and wrestling, including takedowns, pins, rolls, and flips. $100. gprep.com/summercamps, mmcfarland@gprep.com.
Gonzaga Prep Youth Baseball Camps take place in April, June, and July at Gonzaga Prep fields. April Spring Break baseball programs are April 8-9, 10 a.m.-noon, ages K-8, $75. April’s softball spring break camps are April 10-11, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., $75. June camps are 12:30-3 p.m. June 16-18, $100. July camps are July 7-9, 9-11:30 a.m.,$85. Catcher’s Camp June is June 17-18, 8-10 a.m., $100. Catcher’s Camp July is 8-10 a.m. July 1-2, $100. Skills include receiving, transfer, footwork, blocking and throwing. Learn more at bmunhall@gprep.com or https://gonzaga.revtrak.net/rw-athletic-camps/
High Flyers Summer Camp at Altitude Trampoline Park, Aug. 18-22, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. for ages 5-12. Keep kids active with action-packed activities including jumping, dodgeball, arts and crafts, and more. Lunch is provided. Weekly camp is $300 or $250 for members. Spots are limited. Visit https://altitudesummercamp.com/, jeff@altitudespokane.com, or (509) 890-1020.
Junior Lifeguard Camp, June 16-Aug 21, 9 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Monday-Thursday, two-week sessions at Comstock Aquatic Center or Shadle Aquatic Center. Ages 10-15 will learn what it takes to be a Spokane Aquatics Lifeguard by being introduced to water safety, rescue skills, first aid, CPR, health and wellness, and sustainability. Through games and fun activities, swimming and diving skills will be refined, and endurance increased. This camp prepares children to take a lifeguard class or join the Aqua Ducks Novice Swim Team. Prerequisite: demonstration of Barracuda skills. (Camp does not certify your child to become a lifeguard – contact joakes@spokanecity.org to learn about this certification.) Comstock and Shadle sessions are June 16-26, June 30-July 10, July 14-24, July 28-Aug. 7, Aug. 11-21.$104 each session. joakes@spokanecity.org, https://secure.rec1.com/WA/spokane-wa/catalog, $104, (509) 363-5407.
NBC Camps offer a variety overnight and day camps in the Spokane and North Idaho areas, including Basketball Camps at Whitworth University (overnight and day) June 18-Aug. 7, boys and girls ages 8-18, $285-$675; Basketball Skills Camp at The Warehouse July 28-31, boys and girls ages 9-13, $365; Basketball Camps at HUB Sports Center include Girls High School/Small School Team Camp June 30-July 3, Aug. 9-12, girls ages 13-18, $1685/team; Complete Skills Junior Day Camp Aug 9-12, boys and girls ages 8-12, $280. Basketball Camps at Palisades Christian Academy include Complete Skills Day Camp June 23-26, boys and girls ages 9-13, $365. Basketball Day Camps at Post Falls Real Life June 16-19, July 14-17, Aug 4-6, boys and girls ages 9-15, $255-$340; Boys Intensive Overnight Camp North Idaho College July 14-17, boys ages 12-16, $680. Volleyball Camps at Whitworth University include middle school overnight camp July 30-Aug. 2, girls ages 11-14, $520; intro to volleyball junior day camp June 18-20, girls ages 9-12, $155; high school overnight camp July 21-24, girls ages 13-18, $670. Volleyball Camps at Post Falls Real Life include HS complete skills camp June 23-26, girls ages 13-16, $340; complete skills day camp June 23-26, boys and girls ages 10-12, $340; HS complete skills camp July 7-10, girls ages 13-16, $340; complete skills day camp July 7-10, boys and girls ages 10-12, $340. Volleyball camps at Palisades Christian Academy include complete skills day camp July 28-31, boys and girls ages 10-12, $365; HS complete skills day camp July 28-31, girls ages 13-16, $365. Visit nbccamps.com for more info or nbcvolleyball.com for volleyball camps.
Premier Mitts Specialized Infield Camps, June 23-July 24, 8 a.m.-noon, Shadle Park High School. Intended for serious players age 8-18 wanting an edge on the competition. Eight camps include drills, work stations, competitions, and demonstrations. Schedule includes Throwing camp June 23-26, Backhand Camp June 23-26, Playmaker July 7-10, Making the Routine Play July 7-10, Double Play Specialty July 14-17, Total Infield Camp July 14-17, On the Run Camp July 21-24, Infield Finale July 21-24. Each camp $200, but half price for signing up for all eight. kenny@premiermitts.com, http://www.premiermitts.com, (509) 863-4605
Youth Learn to Row 2025, July 21-26, Spokane, 8 a.m.-noon. Join Spokane River Rowing, an inclusive rowing club that values community, friendship, and fun, Silver Lake Public Boat Launch (20 minutes from Downtown Spokane, Students age 12-17 will learn the basics of rowing on land using rowing machines and on-water rowing in classic 4- or 8-person rowing shells. All participants must be able to swim. No previous rowing experience necessary. $195, Scholarships available, ltr@spokanerowing.org. https://www.spokanerowing.org/wp/youth-learn-to-row-2025/ (206) 769-8662.
Day camps/Summer Child Care Programs
Camp Ashwell Day Camp, Girl Scouts offer weekly themed sessions at Spokane program center for girls K-8 that incorporate STEM, arts and crafts, cooking, drama, swimming, and other skill-building fun. Each day, girls lead the way by planning their own activities and trips with their camper group. Campers receive a healthy morning and afternoon snack each day and during the summer, lunches thanks to the Summer Meals Program. Hours 9 a.m.-4 p.m. but extended sessions can be from 7:45 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sessions June 23-27, June 30-July 4, July 7-11, 14-18, 21-25, July 28-Aug. 1, Aug. 4-8, 11-15, 18-22. $175/week if registered by May 15, otherwise $200/week afterward. Girl Scout members only. ($25 extra per week for morning care and $25 per week for afternoon care.) Scholarships available. http://www.gsewni.org/
Camp Dart-Lo, June 23-Aug. 22. Camp Fire day camp along the Spokane River offers opportunities for grades Pre-K-9. Sessions run Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Camp Dart-Lo helps youth build strong character, values and life skills. $310, June 23-June 17. Mini Camp June 30-July 3. (M-T). July 7-July 11. July 14-July 18. July 21-July 25. July 28-Aug. 1. Aug. 4-8. Aug. 11-15. Aug.18-22. Bus transportation from four locations throughout Spokane available as well as a Wednesday overnight options for additional fees. campfire@campfireinc.org, http://www.campfireinc.org, (509) 747-6191.
Jungle Safari Spirit Camp, Aug. 4-8, 9 a.m.-noon, Unity Spokane Center. "Jungle Trekkers" grades K-5 will explore God's love expressing in themselves and the world through storytelling and drama, cooking, crafts, cooperative games, yoga and music. As they connect with nature and each other, trekkers will make new friends and get in touch with their inner joy. Final day includes walk to Comstock Park. ddoyle@unityspokane.org, http://www.unityspokane.org, (509) 838-6518.
Mt. Spokane Youth Summer Day Camps feature a variety of programs for ages 5-15. These include Adventure Youth Day Camp June 23-25, July 14-16, 28-30, ages 5-13, includes climbing, hiking, crafts, games, and more, all while learning about environmental stewardship and respecting wildlife, $209; Bike Skills Camp Advanced, July 7-10, ages 7-10, includes jumps, technical skills, and trail riding, a fix-a-flat class, bike games, and trail stewardship. Designed for experienced riders, $329; Bike Skills Camp Beginners, July 7-10, ages 7-15, learn essential skills on double-track trails and progress to more challenging trails based on ability, $329; Mountain Bike Skills Camp All Levels, July 21-25 and Aug. 4-7, ages 7-15, focuses on jumps, technical skills, and trail riding each day, starting with skill-builders and ending on the trails, $329. http://www.mtspokane.com/summercamps
Plum Tree School offers weekly camps for Little Kids (ages 3-6) 8:30 a.m.-12;30 p.m. June 16-Aug. 22, $200/week, and Big Kid camps 1:30-5 p.m., July 7-Aug. 15 (ages 7-9), $175/week. Lit-tle Kids themes include Storytime Creations June 16-20, Treasure Hunt June 23-27, Dragon Ta-les June 30-July 4, Tell Me a Tale July 7-11, Drum and Dance July 14-18, Nature Week July 21-25, It’s a Bug’s Life July 28-Aug 1, Fairies and Friends Aug. 4-8, As I See It Aug. 11-15, The Hidden World of Gnomes Aug. 18-22. Big Kids themes include Modern Masters July-11, World Beat July 14-18, Celebrations July 21-25, Puppets July 28-Aug. 1, Folkworks Aug. 4-8, Making My Way Aug. 11-15. https://www.plumtreeschool.com/
Twin Eagles Summer Camps, June 9-Aug. 15, Discover epic fun, adventure and connection at outdoor day and overnight camps that offer kids ages 6-12 experiences in small groups led by caring and skilled mentors. Kids learn authentic nature-based skills like wilderness survival, fire by friction, natural shelters, wildlife tracking, wild edible and medicinal plants, nature immersion, stealth and invisibility, Earth-based crafts, storytelling, songs and more. Strong focus on mentoring the whole child, drawing out the best in each camper who joins us. Locations in Spokane, Coeur d’Alene, Sandpoint, Priest River and Bozeman. Session 1: Nature Adventurers Day Camp, ages 6-12, June 9-13, June 16-20, June 23-27, June 30–July 4, Aug. 4-8, $415. Session 2: Wilderness Survival Day Camp, ages 8-13, June 23-27, July 7-11, Aug. 11-15, $415. Session 3: Forest Scouts Day Camp, ages 8-13, June 16-20, $415. Session 4: Crafts & Foraging Day Camp, ages 8-13, June 30–July 4, $415. Session 5: Emerging Wild Leaders Day Camp, ages 11-14, July 7-11, $415. Session 6: Overnight Camp for ages 10-13, July 20-25, $985. Session 7: Overnight Camp for Teens, ages 13-18, July 28– Aug. 3, $1085. Cost $415 per week for Day Camp, Overnight Camps $985-plus. Scholarships available. Office@twineagles.org, (208) 265-3685.
YMCA Summer Day Camps, June 18-Aug. 27, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., North, Central, Valley and South locations. YMCA day camps are designed to provide a safe and fun environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. Campers will enjoy field trips and activities, opportunities to develop new skills, and building lifelong friendships and memories. South location operates at Manito United Methodist Church. North and Central locations run until Aug. 27, South camps run until Aug. 22. $300/week. ymca@ymcainw.org, ymcainw.org, (509) 621-5793.
Overnight/Weekly Camps
Boy Scouts of America offer a variety of programs including Camp Grizzly near Potlatch, Idaho, July 20 and 27, $500 youth or $250 adults. Camp Easton on Lake Coeur d’Alene offers weekly programs starting June 29 and continuing July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27 and Aug. 3. Youth $500 for sessions 1, $520 sessions 2-6, adults $300. http://www.nwscouts.org/
Camp Four Echoes, Girl Scout Resident Camp on Lake Coeur d'Alene, for girls grades 1-12, offers weekly opportunities including sailing, windsurfing, swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, hiking, dramatics, archery, outdoor skills, STEM, leadership courses, and now an aerial adventure park with a zipline. Camp sessions June 22-27, June 29-July 4, July 6-11, July 20-25, July 27-Aug. 1, Aug. 3-8. Other specialty camps include Family Camp May 23-26 and Aug. 15-17, Troop Camp June 15-17 and Aug. 29-Sept. 1, Just the Two of Us June 18-20 and July 16-18, Daisy Day Out July 15. Prices vary by week and age. http://www.gsewni.org/en/camp1/camp-four-echoes.html
Camp Gifford, Salvation Army offers this camp at Deer Lake for ages 7-17 June 23-Aug. 1. Activities include swimming, outdoor fun, camp fires and more. (509) 233-2511 or http://www.campgifford.com
Camp Sweyolakan on Lake Coeur d’Alene offers a variety of camps for ages 1-12. June 23-Aug. 22. Enjoy boating, high/low ropes courses, archery, handcrafts, hiking, games, and more. Includes overnight sessions, mini camp, day camps, and family camp. Schedule includes Overnight Camp June 23-June 17 (M-F), $600; Mini Camp June 30-July 2. $335; Overnight Camp July 6-July 10; Outbacker Day Camp July 13-17. $310 (S-T) 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Overnight Camp July 13-July 17; Overnight Camp July 20-July 24; Outbacker Day Camp July 27-31. (S-T) 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Overnight Camp July 27-July 31; Overnight Camp Aug. 3-Aug. 7; Outbacker Day Camp Aug. 10-14. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Overnight Camp August 17-August 22. (S-F); Family Camp June 20-21. Adult $110, Youth $65, kids 3 and under FREE. campfire@campfireinc.org, http://www.campfireinc.org, (509) 747-6191.
Twin Eagles Summer Camps, June 9-Aug. 15, Discover epic fun, adventure and connection at outdoor day and overnight camps that offer kids ages 6-12 experiences in small groups led by caring and skilled mentors. Kids learn authentic nature-based skills like wilderness survival, fire by friction, natural shelters, wildlife tracking, wild edible and medicinal plants, nature immersion, stealth and invisibility, Earth-based crafts, storytelling, songs and more. Strong focus on mentoring the whole child, drawing out the best in each camper who joins us. Locations in Spokane, Coeur d’Alene, Sandpoint, Priest River and Bozeman. Session 1: Nature Adventurers Day Camp, ages 6-12, June 9-13, June 16-20, June 23-27, June 30–July 4, Aug. 4-8, $415. Session 2: Wilderness Survival Day Camp, ages 8-13, June 23-27, July 7-11, Aug. 11-15, $415. Session 3: Forest Scouts Day Camp, ages 8-13, June 16-20, $415. Session 4: Crafts & Foraging Day Camp, ages 8-13, June 30–July 4, $415. Session 5: Emerging Wild Leaders Day Camp, ages 11-14, July 7-11, $415. Session 6: Overnight Camp for ages 10-13, July 20-25, $985. Session 7: Overnight Camp for Teens, ages 13-18, July 28– Aug. 3, $1085. Cost $415 per week for Day Camp, Overnight Camps $985-plus. Scholarships available. Office@twineagles.org, (208) 265-3685.
Special Need Camps
Camp Journey NW, July 6-12, Post Falls. Camp Journey NWs mission is to provide a community of hope for children and their families touched by childhood cancer. Includes one week of medically-supervised camp/other events at no cost for children ages 5-17 (and a sibling buddy) touched by cancer. Local oncology physicians and nurses are on site 24/7 volunteering their time and services. Overnight and day camp options available. Leader in Training programs available. belinda@campjourneynw.org, http://www.campjourneynw.org, (509) 280-8023.
Camp STIX, July 13-19, weeklong camp for kids and teens with diabetes ages 9-16 helps them gain independence, build lifelong friendships, and enjoy classic camp activities in a supportive environment. Camp TWIGS, Aug. 1-3 is a day camp for ages 6-8 that introduces young campers to the camp experience while connecting with others who understand life with diabetes. Both camps provide a fun, safe, and empowering environment led by a dedicated team of medical professionals and volunteers. Learn more about the STIX Diabetes Programs at https://stixdiabetes.org/camps and register at https://stixdiabetes.org/camps!/dn/login?r=stix. Scholarships available.
Special Needs Camps
Funshine Day Camp, June 23-Aug. 8, Shadle Park, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Spokane Parks and Recreation is a fun-filled camp for those with developmental and/or physical disabilities. Each day, campers have the opportunity to interact and socialize with peers through crafts, music, science experiments, books, board games, swimming, group activities and more. Adult Week 1 Games Week June 23-27, Teen Week July 1-3 Meet Kids Week 1 July 7-11 Kids Week 2 July 14-18 Kids Week 3 July 21- 25 Adult Week 2 Art Week July 28-Aug 1 Kids Week 4 Aug 4- 8 $269, abusch@spokanecity.org, http://www.spokanerec.org, (509) 625-6245
