Summer Children's Programs for 2009

Yampatika's summer programs provide children hands-on opportunities to explore their natural surroundings in a safe, professional atmosphere. Each program is theme-based and designed to inspire environmental stewardship through education. Programs are age-specific and led by experienced Naturalists. No two programs are alike so feel free to enroll your child for each camp in his or her age group!

Each program is open to 8 - 10 participants, depending on the program. Payment is necessary to reserve the spot. A minimum of 4 participants are needed for each program. Please call 871-9151 to register, or you may register using online using the child registration form, or send us email at info@yampatika.org. If you register online or leave us a message, we will contact you within two business days to confirm your registration. If you do not hear from us, please contact us to make sure we have your correct information. Please also look at Yampatika's cancellation policy. Registration for children's programs requires both an emergency contact form and a release form. You may download the contact form and the release form bring it with you when you drop off your child.

We do offer need-based scholarships and hope that you will apply if you need it. Application forms are available at Craig-Scheckman Foundation Scholarships.

Yampatika is currently seeking sponsors for our summer 2009 programs. Click here for more information on how you can support Yampatika by becoming a sponsor.

Yampatykes for 5 year olds

Age:         5 years

Dates:      June 29 - July 3, July 6 - July 10, July 27 - July 31

Times:     9:00am - 12:00pm.

Location: Yampatika

Cost:         $110 members / $125 non-members, need-based scholarships are available.

Curiosity about the natural world begins at a young age. Let your little one explore their natural surroundings in a safe and engaging environment. This camp is limited to 8 Yampatykes.

 

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Yampatykes for 6 year olds

Age:         6 years

Dates:      June 29 - July 3, July 20 - July 24, Aug 10 - Aug 14

Times:     9:00am - 12:00pm.

Location: Yampatika

Cost:         $110 members / $125 non-members, need-based scholarships are available.

This program builds on Yampatykes for 5 year olds, providing more in-depth opportunities for guided exploration and discovery. This camp is limited to 8 Yampatykes.

 

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Nature Explorers' Camp

Ages:       7 - 8 years

Dates:     July 13 - 17, July 20 - 24, August 3 - 7

Times:     9:00am - 3:00pm

Location: Drop-off and pick up at Yampatika.

Cost:       $225 members / $245 non-members (need-based scholarships available)

Immerse your child in an interactive program focused on the natural world. Each week will be packed with activities that encourage discovery, creativity, and inquiry. Campers learn about the area's natural and cultural history through off-site field trips. This camp is limited to 10 Nature Explorers.

 

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Junior Naturalists' Camp

Ages:         9 - 11 years

Dates:       July 13 - 17, July 27 - July 31, or August 10-14

Times:       9:00am - 3:00pm

   Location:   Drop-off and pick up at Yampatika.

   Cost:         $225 members / $245 non-members (need-based scholarships available)

Kids already possess the tendency to observe and document nature. To build on those skills, a Yampatika Naturalist will guide your child in learning the techniques that they may use throughout their lifetime to be a Naturalist. Campers learn how to use scientific monitoring techniques and equipment at a field site. This camp is limited to 10 Junior Naturalists.

 

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Wilderness Pioneers

Ages:         12 - 14 years

Dates:       July 7 - 10 (Tuesday - Friday, Overnight on Thursday) / August 4 - 7 (Tuesday - Friday, Overnight on Thursday)

Times:       9:00am - 3:00pm

Location:   Drop-off and pick up at Yampatika.

Cost:       $270 members / $300 non-members (need-based scholarships available)

New in 2009, Wilderness Pioneers will focus on teaching your child the skills he or she needs to safely explore our area's public lands. Map, compass and GPS will be used. Wilderness ethics and Leave No Trace practices will be taught to promote stewardship while enjoying the back country. This program ends with a pack in, pack out overnight and is limited to 12 Pioneers. In partnership with Friends of Wilderness.

 

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Camp themes are still to be determined but popular themes from 2008 year included "Wet Watery Worlds," "Winged Wonders," and "Tracking Tales." Proposed themes for 2009 include "Vegetation Fascination," "Legends of the Yampa Valley," "Life of Insects," "Recycling and Beyond," "The Air around Us," and "Our Place in the Universe."