Summer Camp Programs

We have partnered with ARD, (Auburn Recreation District) to offer summer camps to all children wishing to experience camps of the imagination, camps of skill, and  camps in nature.

All camps take place on our beautiful 40-acre wooded campus in Meadow Vista, CA.   Each camp is 3 hours long and you may choose either a morning or afternoon time slot.

**All camps will become available for registration through the ARD website: http://www.auburnrec.com

Students aged 4 - 6 years of age may register for camps designed with the Kindergarten-aged child in mind. Summer camps offered in the past include:  Gnomes and Fairies in the Garden , Circus Circus , and Farm, Field, Fun, and Forage .

Students aged 7 - 14 years of age may register for camps designed with this age range in mind. Each camp is thoughtfully created with a foundation of child development as a guide in appropriate camp offerings.  Summer camps offered in the past include: Robotics, Woodworking, Blacksmithing, Felting, Garden Camp, Music Exploration . 

We are pleased to offer a variety of new, fun and experiential learning opportunities at our camps.  Our summer camps are listed with the Auburn Recreation District (ARD) beginning in March. 

Here are the Summer 2024 offerings.....

Program Title: Rock, Paper, Scissors

Program Description: We will spend the week cutting, gluing and creating. Imagination Is the limit!

Age Level: 4-6

Instructor: Noelle Thompson

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 6/17-6/21

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 9am-12pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $10 material fee due first day of camp. Bring a hearty snack, hat, water bottle, and good walking shoes (no sandals).  

Max Students: 12

Program Title: Learn How to Sew on a Machine 

Program Description: Learn the basics of machine sewing, cutting, ironing, different fabrics, and how to make and follow a pattern. Projects will include an apron, zip pouch, and creative freeform wall hanging.

Age Level: 10-14

Instructor: Claire Rowland

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 6/17-6/21

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 9am-12pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $25 material fee due first day of camp. Please bring water and a snack. You may bring your own sewing machine if you have one, any fabrics, trims, buttons you may want to use. Otherwise all materials will be provided.

Max Students: 8

Program Title: Bean Bags, Hula Hoops, Balance Beams and More!

Program Description: Fun with balance, games and song. 

Age Level: 4-6

Instructor: Noelle Thompson

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 6/17-6/21

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 12:30-3:30pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $10 material fee due first day of camp. Bring a hearty snack, hat, water bottle, and good walking shoes (no sandals).  

Max Students: 12

Program Title: Fun with Felt

Program Description: Play and create with felt! Wet felting, sewing, and numerous ways of using felt and wool will develop new skills and colorful projects. 

Age Level: 7-10

Instructor: Veronica Wetterstrom

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 6/17-6/21

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 12:30-3:30pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $20 material fee due first day of camp. Bring a hearty snack and water bottle.

Max Students: 12

Program Title: Nature Crafts

Program Description: We will spend the week crafting with nature! We will use what we find to make crafts and games together. 

Age Level: 4-6

Instructor: Noelle Thompson

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 6/24-6/28

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 9am-12pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $10 material fee due first day of camp. Bring a hearty snack, hat, water bottle, and good walking shoes (no sandals).  

Max Students: 12

Program Title: Linocut/Block Printing

Program Description: Learn how to design a graphic, carve it onto printing blocks, and transfer the designs onto fabric and paper.  

Age Level: 10-14

Instructor: Claire Rowland

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 6/24-6/28

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 9am-12pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $25 material fee due first day of camp. Optional: you may bring clothing or paper/a journal to print on.  

Max Students: 10

Program Title: The Wonders of Water

Program Description: Be prepared to get wet! Let's play in the water, sand and sunshine! 

Age Level: 4-6

Instructor: Noelle Thompson

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 6/24-6/28

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 12:30-3:30pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $10 material fee due first day of camp. Bring a hearty snack, hat, water bottle, and good walking shoes (no sandals).  

Max Students: 12

Program Title: Design and Sew a Tote Bag

Program Description: Learn the basics of machine sewing, cutting, ironing, different fabrics, and how to make and follow a pattern. This class will emphasize creativity and experimentation to make a very artistic tote. 

Age Level: 10-14

Instructor: Claire Rowland

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 6/24-6/28

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 12:30-3:30pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $25 material fee due first day of camp. Please bring water and a snack. You may bring your own sewing machine and any fabrics, trims, or buttons you may want to use. Otherwise all materials will be provided.

Max Students: 8

Program Title: Birds, Butterflies & Beetles

Program Description: We will watch them grow, watch them creep and crawl, and fly!

Age Level: 4-6

Instructor: Noelle Thompson

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 7/08-7/12

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 9am-12pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $10 material fee due first day of camp. Bring a hearty snack, hat, water bottle, and good walking shoes (no sandals).  

Max Students: 12

Program Title: Bubbles, bubbles, bubbles!

Program Description: Bubbles, bubbles everywhere! Join us for bubbly fun outdoors in the sun!

Age Level: 4-6

Instructor: Noelle Thompson

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 7/08-7/12

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 12:30-3:30pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $10 material fee due first day of camp. Bring a hearty snack, hat, water bottle, and good walking shoes (no sandals).  

Max Students: 12

Program Title: Intro to Woodworking for Kiddos

Program Description: Learn the joys of wood carving. This camp covers basics for beginners as well as an opportunity for advancing skills already obtained in woodworking classes. Beginners will create spoons while more advanced, carvers will push their skills in creating beautiful pieces of work.

Age Level: 10-14

Instructor: Nick Freitas

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 7/15-7/19

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 9am-12pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $25 material fee due first day of camp. Wear pants, jeans are best but not necessary, bring water and a snack.

Max Students: 15

Program Title: Intro to Woodworking for Adults

Program Description: Learn the joys of wood carving. This camp covers basics for beginners as well as an opportunity for advancing skills already obtained in woodworking classes. Beginners will create spoons while more advanced, carvers will push their skills in creating beautiful pieces of work.

Age Level: Adult

Instructor: Nick Freitas

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1

Program Day(s) of the Week: Thursday

Times: 6-8pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $25 material fee due first day of camp. Wear pants, jeans are best but not necessary, bring water and a snack.

Max Students: 15

Program Title: Knife Making 101

Program Description: If you have always dreamed of making your own knife from raw materials, but didn’t know where to start, you can take part in a hand forged knife making class, where students will learn skills that will stay with them for a lifetime. Using traditional blacksmithing methods, students will forge their own custom knife out of high carbon steel. We will cover the basics of blacksmithing safety, forging techniques, sheath construction and some power tools usage.

Age Level: 10-14

Instructor: Beau Gieson

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 7/15-7/19

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 12:30-3:30pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $30 material fee due first day of camp. Hearty snack, water bottle, closed toe shoes and long 100% cotton jeans.

Max Students: 8

Program Title: Film Making

Program Description: Learn the basics of film and television production. From screenwriting and story structure to lighting and camera work, this course sheds light on the secrets behind your favorite media.

Age Level: 10-14

Instructor: Nick Freitas

Fee: $165

Program Dates: 7/22-7/26

Program Day(s) of the Week: M, T , W, Th, F

Times: 9am-12pm

Special Notes For Class or Camp: $10 material fee due first day of camp. Bring a hearty snack, hat, water bottle, and good walking shoes (no sandals).  

Max Students: 20