camp Discovery 2026
The Camp Discovery expo & directory connects you with local summer camps in Colorado, making it easy to find the perfect adventure for your kids!
creating camp connections
Black Rock Elementary’s School Health Advisory Council (SHAC)
is dedicated to fostering community connections and helping families discover enriching opportunities. We’re proud to present this curated directory of local camps and programs below, making it easier for you to find the perfect summer adventure for your kids!
Interested in SHAC?
Want to get involved with Black Rock Elementary’s SHAC program? Whether you’re interested in learning more, attending a meeting, or contributing to our initiatives, we’d love to hear from you! Please contact Jill Fadenrecht at fadenrecht_jill@svvsd.org.
Our 2026 Directory
Colorado Summer Camps
Ark Ninja
Ark Ninja Camps provide a high-energy, confidence-building experience where kids stay active, challenged, and encouraged in a safe, structured environment. Designed for ages 5–12, our camps combine ninja obstacle training, movement skills, team games, and creative activities that keep campers engaged all day long.
Athletic Adventures Activity Center
What will your school-age or preschool kiddo be doing this summer? Are you looking for them to have the BEST SUMMER EVER? Then Athletic Adventures summer camps are just the place to be. Each day your kiddo will enjoy various games, arts and crafts, growth lessons, and movement activities. In addition, your school-age or preschool camper will enjoy tumbling on our Ninja obstacle courses and learning to cartwheel in daily gymnastics lessons. We can’t wait to bring the fun for your child this summer!
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies Bird Camps
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies offers year-round camp experiences for kids ages 4-17. All camps are about getting kids outside to have fun and explore nature while making friends, developing leadership skills and gaining insights into their relationships with themselves, others, and the world around them. Camp content and activities are designed in a progression to introduce young children to the outdoors and build their skills over time slowly offering opportunities for deeper exploration and understanding of the natural world through the lens of bird conservation.
Boulder Country Day School
We’ve created a summer camp experience that is perfect for preschool children. Campers will enjoy the Preschool campus including our amazing playground and the pathways around Twin Lakes.
What parents can expect:
– A balanced schedule that includes an afternoon rest period.
– Low child to adult ratios.
– A balance of different types of activities – outdoor, indoor, art activities/crafts, nature walks, movement, songs, games, and a daily rest period.
Cal-Wood Education Center
Experience the magic of the outdoors at Cal-Wood’s 2025 summer camps! Designed for rising 4th–12th graders, our camps provide immersive adventures where campers explore forests, creeks, and meadows, develop new skills, and form lifelong friendships.
Each camp fosters confidence, teamwork, and a deep appreciation for nature, ensuring unforgettable summer memories for every camper. Join us for an exciting journey into the wild.
Camp Elevate
Camp Elevate – Rise to New Fun! – Camp for the Whole Kid – Inside and Out! We offer STEAM-Based Fun, Sports Fun & A Combination of Teambuilding, Mindfulness & Creative Movement ALL-IN-ONE! Our rates are VERY reasonable and we will offer 1/2 AND Full Day options! Our camps are for kids from 6-14 years of age. The campers will experience indoor (robotics, drones, engineering challenges, & a lot more)
Camp Galileo
Camp Galileo welcomes K–8th graders for a summer full of innovation, friendship, and fun—now at convenient Boulder and Broomfield locations! Each day inspires creativity and confidence through engaging STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges, and classic camp activities like skits and outdoor games. Guided by supportive staff and the Galileo Innovation Approach, campers explore new ideas, build lasting skills, and embark on exciting outdoor adventures. Programs are tailored by grade so every camper is challenged, celebrated, and connected. Camp runs 9am to 3pm, with optional extended care available mornings and afternoons.
Colorado Conservatory of Dance
What is Summer Dance Camp?
Creative Dance and Storytelling
Each week, we introduce a new theme designed to bring energy and meaning to our activities. From the worlds of popular culture to the richness of literature, every theme is thoughtfully chosen to enrich your experience and create a lively, engaging atmosphere.
Colorado Mountain Ranch
Voted Boulder’s # 1 Day Camp! Horseback riding, Arts & Crafts, Archery, Mountainboarding, Yoga, Gymnastics, Team-building, Outdoor Skills, Drama, Games & Fun Galore! Legendary Overnight is back for rising 4th graders or older and new this year the ‘Undernight’ for our Campers in rising 1-3rd grades. Camp is for grades 1-12 with easy pick up/drop off in Boulder
Got Game Summer Camp
Got Game Summer Camp is NOT your average kids camp! Campers get grouped by age (Rookies 5–6, Pros 7–8, Upper Pros 8–9, Vets 10–12) and get to choose their daily activities — from high-energy sports AND imaginative games AND creative, collaborative projects during each block of the day.
At Got Game, We Speak Kid® and welcome ALL kids, ALL interests!
Our daily SOA (schedule of activities) recipe is dynamic! Campers compete in weekly leagues and tournaments, dive into progressive imaginative games, build and engineer, create videos with friends, plan talent shows and host festivals, and love our weekly themes, optional water play, daily surprises, and SO much more! Each week feels fresh, engaging, and camper-driven!
Families love our flexible scheduling — with weekly, partial-week, and daily sign-ups, plus the ability to adjust or move dates as needed! Camp hours are 9:00am-3:30pm and doors open 8:50am–3:45pm for easy drop-off and pick-up!
Highlands Camp
Surrounded by the towering peaks of Rocky Mountain National Park, Highlands Camp offers overnight, week-long nature camps for children entering 3rd-12th grades. The purpose of Highlands Camp is to inspire the next generation of thinkers, doers, dreamers, believers, and difference makers by fostering a sense of belonging, curiosity, adventure, and connection with nature through a safe and fun camp experience. We believe in the power of disconnecting from technology and connecting with nature. Highlands Camp creates space for a childlike sense of wonder to shine by providing meaningful experiences in nature and allowing time for campers to explore the natural world around them. Through adventure activities like rock climbing and archery, campers overcome challenges and are instilled with confidence in their own abilities. We also offer a family camp for all ages! Visit our website to learn more.
Lavender Hill Preschool
Discover the wonders of the great outdoors at our nature-based summer camp! Designed for adventurous spirits, our camp offers a unique opportunity for children to connect with nature while engaging in fun and educational activities. For Ages 2-6. M-F 9-2pm.
LGC Athletics
LGC Athletics is a premier indoor sports complex in Erie, CO, offering a variety of programs and services for all ages and skill levels. We offer turf rentals, but sports are our passion and the driving force of our mission. We provide multi-sport training, specializing in youth sports performance and team training.
Our sports performance focuses on speed, agility, and strength development, which are fundamental to all athletics. LGC Athletics is the perfect place to learn, grow, and compete in your favorite sport!
Contact us: Email
Longmont High School Drama
We are excited to announce the return of LHS Drama Kids Camp!!!
When: June 15th-25th
Monday-Thursday
9:00-4:00
Where: Longmont High School
Who: Ages 7-12
Cost: $700*
Two live performances Thursday June 25th!
Acting Roles for all campers!
Slots are limited, so register today!
*At 56 hours of camp, this equals out to $12.50 an hour!
Max 40 campers.
Performance will be a 30 minute musical (title TBD).
Morning and afternoon snacks provided. Bring a sack lunch and water.
M3Kinections
M3K offers camps for movers, creators, and kids who love to play. We use movement activities (including water games), open ended building/creating, and group cohesion games to grow our brains, develop our body’s ability to move on command, and leave with new friends and experiences! We enjoy small camp sizes, allowing the counselor time to form a relationship with your camper. M3K also offer specialized athletic mini-camps, generally structured in 2 or 3 hr slots. These camps focus on combining vision and balance exercises, processing speed, visual acuity (so important on field/court play for accurate response and safety!) and deep core exercises. These camps run throughout the summer. As always, we are happy to create a special, small group camp for your camper and friends between 4 and 8 students. “Come to play and grow, leave as friends!”
Northglenn Youth Theatre Academy
Join the Northglenn Youth Theatre Academy (NYTA) this summer and take center stage! Our camps offer real-world training in acting, vocal performance, and dance while building audition and stage skills—all in a fun, supportive environment.
Designed for beginners and seasoned performers alike, NYTA fosters creativity, confidence, and collaboration. Whether you’re learning new acting techniques or perfecting dance moves, summer is the perfect time to grow your talent and expand your actor’s toolbox.
Camps run 9 AM–Noon & 1–4 PM, with an optional supervised lunch period from 12–1 PM for a full day of theatre fun!
Register now at NorthglennARTS.org/education.
Pedalheads
Ready to bike your way through Colorado? Pedalheads has been helping kids build their biking confidence since 1995, and we’re proud to have empowered thousands young riders to hit the road on two wheels. We’re experts at getting kids off their training wheels and riding independently. We also offer trail riding camps for those looking to explore new terrain. Kids Summer Camps in Denver, Boulder, Broomfield, Centennial, Golden, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Littleton, Longmont and Parker & Across Colorado. We hope to see you there!
Pedaling Minds
Whether your child is learning to pedal for the first time, building confidence in core bike skills, or ready for trail adventures, Pedaling Minds camps meet riders exactly where they are. Our research-informed programs build strong biking skills alongside confidence, self-compassion, and resilience—on and off the bike. Expert coaches tailor instruction to each child’s skill level and learning style, creating a supportive environment where kids progress at their own pace, celebrate effort, and embrace challenges. Through thoughtfully designed riding experiences, engaging STEAM activities, and plenty of positive reinforcement (plus high fives and ice cream), campers develop control, confidence, and a genuine love of movement. With multiple levels and locations, Pedaling Minds supports every stage of your child’s biking journey—one confident pedal at a time.
Raised in the Rockies
Raised in the Rockies is the premier resource for connecting with families, delivering local expert advice and inspiration to help busy parents navigate life’s most important decisions. By providing trusted, high-quality content, the publication serves as a vital community tool for those seeking informed guidance. Featured highlights include a comprehensive School Choice Guide to simplify open enrollment, alongside essential Back to School and Summer Camp Guides. Whether you are looking for local expertise or practical planning tools, Raised in the Rockies empowers parents to make confident choices for their children’s future.
Rocky Mountain Day Camp
Rocky Mountain Day Camp, a premier summer program in Boulder County, offers a fun, flexible, and enriching experience for campers with activities ranging from outdoor adventures to creative arts. Known for its welcoming environment and highly trained staff, RMDC makes summer memorable for both campers and their families.
Our program is designed to provide the excitement and spirit of a traditional sleep-away camp in a convenient day camp setting. Campers build confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships through a variety of activities, including sports, music, arts & crafts, STEM, and team-building challenges. Each day is thoughtfully structured to encourage personal growth while ensuring every child feels included and supported.
Led by experienced staff, RMDC fosters a safe, nurturing, and energetic atmosphere where campers can explore their passions and try new things. With an emphasis on fun, creativity, and adventure, RMDC creates unforgettable summer experiences!
Rocky Mountain Rattlers
Our mission as a program is to teach players attitudes, behaviors, and skills that they can use on and off the field. We believe that lacrosse is an incredible way to harness life lessons, and personal development is at the forefront of our curriculum.
The Rattlers blueprint contains three pillars- Character, Commitment, and Family. We believe that these pillars, along with the specific behaviors that go along with them, dictate success in lacrosse and all aspects of life. We emphasize the blueprint regularly, and reinforce it through numerous character workshops and leadership seminars throughout the course of the year.
Contact us: Email
Science of Learning Academy
If your child is heading into kindergarten, first, or second grade this August, our Academic Readiness Camps are designed to build the specific skills that make the transition smoother and more confident—while still feeling like a fun, full-day camp.
Each day blends engaging camp-style activities with purposeful instruction in:
• Early literacy and reading
• Foundational math concepts & facts
• Fine-motor and writing practice
• Multi-sensory learning experiences that keep kids motivated and successful!
Our program is ideal for children who benefit from structured routines, small groups, and explicit teaching—without losing the joy and energy of camp.
Spots are limited due to our low student-to-teacher ratio, and enrollment is already filling.
Questions or want to schedule a tour? Call or text 303-720-6036
ShoeString Players
Welcome to ShoeString Players, where we believe that theatre is for everyone. Our inclusive theatre approach emphasizes the importance of diversity and celebrates the unique talents of each and every student who walks through our doors. We offer classes for all ages and skill levels, as well as production classes that provide students with the opportunity to create a full-scale theatrical production from start to finish. Whether your interest is in performing or production, ShoeString Players has something for everyone!
Skyhawks-SuperTots Sports Colorado
SKYHAWKS SPORTS programs are safe, non-competitive and a positive introduction into sports for kids ages 4 to 14. A variety of games and activities are used to give each child an overview of the sport while building valuable skills and ensure they walk away with a smile every time! Respect, Teamwork, Sportsmanship and more are discussed daily to ensure Skyhawks goal of Teaching Life Skills through Sports is a top priority!
SMBA (Singletrack Mountain Bike Adventures)
Founded in 1993, SMBA has provided mountain bike programs for kids ages 6-18 for over 30 years in Boulder and Nederland. We offer 4-day summer camps for ages 7-11, summer full-day rides with flexible schedules for ages 8-18, spring and fall after school and Sunday programs, and overnight mountain bike camping adventures.
Special Olympics Colorado
Special Olympics Colorado Youth Sports Free Summer Camp!!! This camp is designed for kids to have fun, make friends, and learn new sports skills in a safe inclusive setting. Camp is open to all kids ages 2-12. Camp will be held at John Deery Park, 312 Inverness Dr. South, Englewood, CO 80112. For more information please contact Ashtyn Anderson @ aanderson@specialolympicsco.org . Camp will be held in Mid July.
Steve & Kate’s Camp
When you trust kids, they trust themselves. Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s Camp has trusted kids to choose their own activities and plan their own days in real-time. Whether campers are designing, building, coding, creating, baking, dancing, playing, eating, sewing, skipping—it’s all on their own schedule. Because when you empower children to make their own choices and be their own bosses, the children discover new reserves of confidence, resiliency, and creativity–all while learning to make course corrections and trust themselves as they go.
Families can buy as many days as they’d like, and use them at any time. No weekly reservations or commitments required–just show up! If for any reason your plans change, they’ll automatically refund any unused Passes in full at summer’s end.
Ages: 4–12 | Lunch, snacks, and all hours (8am–6pm) included.
The Catamounts – Camp Catamounts
The Catamounts are proud to present Camp Catamounts 2026 for the crazy, creative kid, ages 8-13! Camp will take place 6/8-6/12 at Lone Hawk Farm in Longmont, CO. Led by The Catamounts professional theatre artists, with guest musicians, campers will create and perform through songwriting, theater games, dance, and cooking. The end performance will be an all-original, live-accompanied production, with a meal served to the audience!
Twisted Stitches
Twisted Stitches offers creative summer sewing and fiber arts camps for kids and teens of all skill levels. Campers explore hands-on projects such as bags, small quilts, beginner garment sewing, and more advanced projects for experienced sewists. We also offer crochet and knitting camps for those interested in learning or expanding their fiber arts skills. No prior experience is necessary, and sewing machines are available for campers to use if needed. Our camps focus on creativity, skill-building, and confidence in a welcoming, maker-focused environment.
YMCA of Northern Colorado
The YMCA of Northern Colorado has enriching summer day camp options for ages 3-12. We offer traditional Camp Noco, Kinder Camp, Sportopia and Camp Elks nature-based camps in Lafayette, Boulder, Erie, Longmont, Johnstown, Loveland and Berthoud. YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake in Ward offers day and overnight camp options for ages 6-17.