Academic/Science Camps
Camp Code for Girls, June 24-28, Eastern Washington University—Spokane, 9 a.m.3 p.m. Free one-week summer camp is designed for girls entering grades 8-10, 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 8-12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., free. Grades 6-8. 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! Preference may be given to young women and those who identify as American Indians. Funded by a grant from the U.S. National Security Agency. Must commit to pre-camp and post-camp asynchronous virtual activities. Weeklong STA bus passes available. http://www.ewu.edu/gencyber,
Kid's Cooking Camp at The Kitchen at Second Harvest, June 24-27 or July 15-18, 2-4 p.m., ages 8-12 can gain hands-on cooking experience and develop confidence in the kitchen, as well as learn about nutrition. Session 1 is USA Road Trip Kid's Cooking Camp, Session 2 is Around the World Kid's Cooking Camp, $100/session, Register separately for each camp. carolyn.negley@2-harvest.org, secondharvestkitchen.org, (509) 252-6256
Arts/Theater Camps
Blue Door Theater offers a variety of theater camps for ages 8-12 and 13-18. Sessions include all-day improv camp July 15-19, $400; Fun with Improv July 29-Aug. 2, $225; and Sketch Camp Aug. 12-16, $225. Signing up for the two half-day camps is $400 or $700 for all three. Enroll at https://thebluedoortheatre.fourthwalltickets.com/classes/youth-summer-camps-2024?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1c1saim6ajR21sqR0ofe-XB1mWsQMXzkx4vhnAEk_gMhVsMH-USmCpSes_aem_AWFcihylx-aggSlS1V62yzHzO5DBtOlntpsC-TV7mM7piXPQh9tqcwvf5LAGs6akxX57TJa-ddltL9qR4QSL_W7f
Camp Carrousel, Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater offers weekly musical theater camps for ages 8-15. Sessions June 17-21, July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26. Camps offer information about performance, teamwork, creativity and self-expression. Includes instruction in acting, singing, dancing, crafting, character development and more. Performance for family at end of week. One week $299, two weeks $549, three weeks $749, four weeks $899. Discount for siblings. https://cstmtti.com/enroll/camps
Children's Dance Camps at Sandra's Studio of Dance in Spokane, June 24-Aug. 22, theme-based camps for boys and girls include high-quality, age-appropriate dance instruction, crafts, and storytelling. Choreography will promote rhythm and musicality while introducing foundational ballet movements. No prior experience necessary. Courses include Ballet at the Beach May 28, 30, June 4, 6; 3:30-4:30 p.m.; ages 3-6; $80, Prince & Princess Camp, June 24-27, 9-9:45 a.m., ages 2.5-4, $60, Carnival on a Cloud (Ballet & Tap Camp), June 24-27, 10-12:30 p.m., ages 5-8, $175, Animal Adventures, July 22-25, 9-10 a.m. OR 10:15-11:15 a.m., ages 3-6, $80, Winter Wonderland, August 19-22, 9-10 a.m. OR 10:15-11:15 a.m., ages 3-6, $80, Dancers may wear comfy clothes, ballet attire, or costumes. Carnival on a Cloud participants should bring a sack lunch. Parents and caregivers encouraged to attend a short performance on the last day every last camp. spokanestudioofdance@gmail.com, http://www.sandraolgardsstudioofdance.com/summer, (509) 838-7464
Dance Center of Spokane offers a variety of dance and preschool STEAM camps June 24- August 15. STEAM Preschool Camps for ages 3-5 include Mad Scientist July 8-11; Art, Art, More Art July 15-18; Dr. Suess' Circus July 22-25; Fitness is Fun August 5-8; Camp Out August 12-15. All Camps 9 a.m.-noon. $195/single session. $570 3 sessions; 4 sessions/$740; 5 sessions/$900. Dance Camps for ages 3-5 include Jungle Safari 6-7:30 p.m. June 24-27; Broadway Bonanza 1-2:30 p.m. July 8-11; Fairytale Fantasy 4-5:30 p.m. July 15-18; Hollywood Glam 12:30-2 p.m. July 22-25; Under the Sea 12:30-2 p.m. August 5-8; Dazzling Disney 12:30-2 p.m. August 12-15. $125/single session. 3 sessions/$360; 4 sessions/$460; 5 sessions/$550; 6 sessions/$630. Dance Camps, ages 6-9, beginners. Jungle Safari 6-7:30 p.m. June 24-27; Broadway Bonanza 1-2:30 p.m. July 8-11; Fairytale Fantasy 4-5:30 p.m. July 15-18; Hollywood Glam 12:30-2 p.m. July 22-25; Under the Sea 12:30-2 p.m. August 5-8; Dazzling Disney 12:30-2 p.m. August 12-15. Cost $125/single session. 3 sessions/$360; 4 sessions/$460; 5 sessions/$550; 6 sessions/$630. Dance Camps. Ages 10-12, beginners. Jungle Safari 4-6 p.m. June 24-27; Broadway Bonanza 2:30-4:30 p.m. July 8-11; Fairytale Fantasy 5:30-7:30 p.m. July 15-18; Hollywood Glam 2-4 p.m. July 22-25. Cost $140/single session. 3 sessions/$410; 4 sessions/$530. Dance Camps. Ages 13+, beginners. Hip Hop/Jazz Fusion 1:30-3:30 p.m. June 24-27. Ballet/Lyrical Fusion 1:30-3:30 p.m. July 15-18. Cost $140/single session. 2 sessions/$265. Beginning Dancers age 13+ can join us for Get Back in Shape Week!, Sr All Style Dance Intensive and Jazz Intensive. Dance Camps. Ages 7-11, experienced. 2 styles per session. Jungle Safari 4-6 p.m. June 24-27; Broadway Bonanza 2:30-4:30 p.m. July 8-11; Fairytale Fantasy 5:30-7:30 p.m. July 15-18; Hollywood Glam 2-4 p.m. July 22-25. Cost $140/single session. 3 sessions/$410; 4 sessions/$530. Jr All Style Dance Intensives. ages 7-11, experienced. Multiple styles each session. Intensive 1 1:30-3:30 p.m. August 5-8. Intensive 2 1:30-3:30 p.m. August 12-15. Cost $140/single session or if combined with above Dance Camps Ages 7-11, experienced, get multi-session discount. Min Jazz Intensive. ages 6-10, beginner or experienced. Focus on Jazz only. 11:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m. . July 29-August 1. Cost $150. Special guest teachers from Nashville and Arizona. Get Back in Shape Week! Multiple Styles this session. Ages 11+, beginning or experienced. 4-7 p.m. July 22-25. Cost $250. Sr All Style Dance Intensives. Ages 11+, experienced or 13+ beginner. Multiple styles each session. Session 1 August 5-8; Session 2 August 12-15. Time: 3:30-9 p.m. each Session. Cost $350/single session. 2 sessions/$600. Jazz Intensive. Ages 9+, experienced. Focus on Jazz only. Guest teachers brought in from Nashville and Arizona. July 29- August 1. Required Placement Class- 9-10 a.m. July 29. Class times vary by level. Level 1- 10am-1:30 p.m. ; Level 2- 12:30-4:45 p.m. ; Level 3- 2-6 p.m. Cost $400/session. $110/per day. Cross Training. Classes for Dancers and Adults. Ages 12+. Any level. 10-11am Tuesday/Thursday. 20 minutes conditioning/40 minutes YOGA. July 9, 11, (must be potty trained) and above. Multi-session discounts available. Discounts are per student, not per family. Dance Camps include 2 different styles per session, unless otherwise noted, see ebsite for more information. director@dancecenterofspokane.com, http://www.dancecenterofspokane.com, (509) 448-2464
Dance Intensive at Sandra's Studio of Dance, Aug. 5-15, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Deepen your practice and prepare for your first class in the fall. Dancers age 11 and older will learn fun choreography in familiar and new genres, and increase strength and flexibility with Progressing Ballet Technique, Pilates, and yoga.Two levels of ballet will be offered, based on 2024-2025 placements. Bring a water bottle and sack lunch. $600. spokanestudioofdance@gmail.com, http://www.sandraolgardsstudioofdance.com/summer, (509) 838-7464
Gail's School Of Dance Summer Musical Theater Tap Dance Camp, July 8-Aug. 16, Spokane Valley. Musical theater tap technique taught for beginners or experienced dancers, from middle school age to high school age. Classes available morning, afternoon or evening with flexible hours. Six-week session $150. gaildancer@juno.com, (509) 986-8333
Gonzaga Summer Dance Intensive, Senior session (Ages 13-20) July 22-26, Junior Session (Ages 9-13) July 29-Aug. 2. Programs focus on ballet and contemporary technique with supplemental classes in jazz, hip-hop, modern, dance composition, pilates, and musical theatre. Classes taught by Gonzaga University Faculty and guest artists in the Gonzaga Dance Studios and the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center. Registration includes an SDI t-shirt and lunch on final day. Auditions are not required as a placement class will be held on the first day. Intermediate/advanced $350, increases to $400 after July 7. Beginner/Intermediate $200, increases to $250 after July 7. erickson@gonzaga.edu, http://www.gonzaga.edu/college-of-arts-sciences/departments/theatre-dance/dance/prospective-student-programs/summer-dance-intensive, (509) 313-4417.
HeatherThymeArt, summer camps at studio in Spokane Valley focus on creativity and techniques. Programs include “Best of HeatherThymeArt” June 24-27, ages 4-11, 9 a.m.-noon, $140. Arts Meet Science Camp July 8-11, ages 6-11, 9 a.m.-noon, $135. Animal and Still Life Sketching, July 15-18, ages 8-12 9 a.m-noon $120. Usable Art, July 22-25, ages 6-12, 9 a.m.-noon, $145. Exploring Mediums July 29-Aug. 1, ages 4-11, 9 a.m.-noon, $130. Authors and Illustrators Aug. 5-8, ages 6-11, 9 a.m.-noon $120; Painting Exploration, Aug. 12-5, ages 6-12, 9 a.m.-noon, $135. Arts Meet Science Camp Aug. 19-22, ages 5-11, 9 a.m.-noon, $135; Best of HeatherThymeArt, Aug. 26-29, ages 4-11, 9 a.m.-noon, $140. heatherthymeart@gmail.com or heatherthymeart.com
Singer's Performance Week, July 15-19, Holy Names Music Center, intensive workshop for the singing actor, ages 15-adult. Training includes Vocal Technique, Acting for Singers, Stage Movement, Performance Techniques, Audition Masterclass, Alexander Technique Master Class. Professional Photo Shoot. The week culminates in an evening performance. Participants receive a professionally produced video of the performance. Class size is limited to 25. $265 (Early registration discounted fee $240), Singers under 15 may audition for admission, Nancy@SingSpokane.com, hnmc.org/programs/summer/, (509) 326-9516 or (509) 624-6285
Athletic Camps
Dads and Dudes Night, May 18, HUB Sports Center. 6-9 p.m. Event is about fathers and sons spending quality time together, having fun, deepening relationships, and making positive memories. Includes opportunities for basketball, football, soccer, pickleball and more. Registration $15 for a dad and "dude". Additional children under 18 $5/each. Additional adults $10 each. info@hubsportscenter.org, https://hub.configio.com/pd/2455/dads-dudes-night-24, (509) 927-0602.
Disc Golf Super Summer Camp, Spokane Parks and Recreation offers week-long programs that teach new skills and opportunity to enjoy nature. It ends with a tournament. Campers receive a new beginner or advanced disc. Classes start at North YMCA. 9 a.m.-noon July 15-19 and Aug. 12-16. Spokaneparks.org.
Gonzaga Prep Catcher's Camps, June 18-19, 8-10 a.m. or July 1-2 8-10 a.m., Gonzaga Prep baseball field. Players will focus on the skills involved in being a baseball/softball catcher, including receiving, transfer, footwork, throwing, and blocking. $80, bmunhall@gprep.com, https://www.gprep.com/apps/pages/index.jsp (509) 483-8511 ext. 431.
Gonzaga Prep Youth Baseball Camps, June 17-19 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. or July 8-10 9-11:30 a.m., Gonzaga Prep Baseball Field, PreK-grade 8. Camps teach general baseball skills (hitting, throwing, defense, pitching and baserunning). Registration at the Gonzaga Prep website. $85, bmunhall@gprep.com, http://www.gprep.com/apps/pages/index.jsp (509) 483-8511 ext. 431.
Inland NW Showcase Volleyball Youth Clinic, May 11, 9:30-11:30 a.m., HUB Sports Center. Clinic led by Whitworth University coaches under the direction of Head Coach Kati Bodecker and staffed by All-League players participating in the Showcase. Clinic participants will be split into age/skill appropriate groups. The clinic will teach the skills and techniques necessary to play volleyball through fun drills, exercises and games that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving. info@hubsportscenter.org, https://hub.configio.com/pd/2400/inland-nw-showcase-volleyball-youth-clinic-24, (509) 927-0602.
Learn to Dive Camps, June 17-Aug. 22, 5-6 p.m. Liberty Aquatic Center or 10-11 a.m. Eastern Washington University Aquatic Center. Learn how to dive like the Olympians with Inland Empire Diving. Camps teach divers how to safely use the diving board to perform dives, spins, and flips. Each weekly camp is Monday-Thursday. Sessions June 17-20, June 24-27, July 8-11, July 15-18, July 22-2, July 29-Aug. 1, Aug. 5-8, Aug. 12-15, Aug. 19-22. All ages welcome. Must swim independently in the deep end of a pool. A swim test is required at the start of camp. http://www.inlandempirediving.com/summerdiving, $75/person, coach@inlandempirediving.com, (509) 795-1481
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 17-Aug. 8, boys and girls ages 8-19, $390-670; Basketball Skills Day Camp at The Warehouse July 29-Aug. 1, boys and girls ages 8-14, $310; Basketball Complete Skills Junior Day Camp at HUB Sports Center June 19-21, Aug. 5-7, boys and girls ages 8-12, $250; Basketball Day Camps at Post Falls Real Life June 12-14, July 15-18, Aug. 5-8, boys and girls ages 9-17, $240-$315; Boys Intensive Overnight Camp North Idaho College July 15-18, boys ages 12-16, $650. Volleyball Camps at Whitworth University include middle school overnight camp, July 1-3, girls ages 11-14, $495; intro to volleyball junior day camp July 2-3, girls ages 9-12, $115; high school overnight camp July 29-Aug. 1, girls ages 13-18, $675. Volleyball Camps at Post Falls Real Life include HS complete skills camp June 17-20, girls ages 13-16, $315; complete skills day camp June 17-20, boys and girls ages 9-12, $315; HS complete skills camp July 8-11, girls ages 13-16, $315; complete skills day camp July 8-11 boys and girls ages 9-12, $315. Volleyball camps at Highland Middle School include intensive day camp, coming soon, girls ages 13-16; complete skills day camp coming soon, boys and girls ages 10-12, $315. Girls lacrosse camp at Whitworth University elite prospect training camp, June 22, girls ages 14-18, $160. Visit nbccamps.com for more info.
Nigel Williams-Goss Basketball Skills Camp, July 29-31, HUB Sports Center, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Boys and girls ages 7-15 will receive detailed instruction from Nigel Williams-Goss and a collection of top notch coaches including form shooting, shooting drills, defense, ball handling and more. $325 ($25 off before May 15), info@hubsportscenter.org, hub.configio.com/pd/2452/nigel-williams-goss-basketball-skills-camp-2024, (509) 927-0602.
Premier Mitts Specialized Infield Camps, June 24-July 25, Whitworth University and Shadle Park High School. The camps have been developing elite level infielders for over 17 years. Camps teach ages 8-18 proper fundamentals for serious players that want to play beyond high school. Exact descriptions of each camp at http://www.premiermitts.com 8-10 a.m., 10 a.m.-noon. Camps include Throwing Camp, 8-10 a.m., June 24-27, Whitworth; Backhand Camp June 24-27, 10 a.m.-noon, Whitworth; Double Play Specialty, Shadle Park, 8-10 a.m. July 8-11; Making the Routine Play 10 a.m.-noon July 8-11, Shadle Park; Playmaker Specialty 8-10 a.m. July 15-18, Shadle Park; Total Infield Camp 10 a.m.-noon July 15-18 Shadle Park; On-The-Run, 8-10 a.m. July 22-25, Shadle Park; Infield Finale 10 a.m.-noon July 22-25 Shadle Park. $209.99 per camp, discounts available for multiple camps. kenny@premiermitts.com, http://www.premiermitts.com, (509) 863-4605.
SYSA Summer Sports Camps, weekly camps June 24-Aug. 15, various locations in Spokane. Includes instruction for boys and girls in soccer, volleyball, basketball, football, cheer and more. Sessions include soccer, June 24-27, Andrew Rypien Fields, ages 6-12; volleyball, July 8-11, Yasuhara Middle School, ages 8-14; Basketball July 8-11, Yasuhara Middle Schools, ages 6-12, football July 15-18, Andrew Rypien Fields, ages 6-12; cheer July 15-18, Andrew Rypien Fields, ages 6-12, soccer July 22-25, Andrew Rypien Fields, ages 6-12, volleyball July 29-Aug. 1, Yasuhara Middle School ages 8-14, basketball July 29-Aug. 1, Yasuhara Middle School, ages 6-12; football Aug. 5-8, Andrew Rypien FIelds, ages 6-12. Cheer Aug. 5-8 Andrew Rypien Fields, ages 6-12. $110/camp, https://www.sysa.com Register online at https://www.sysa.com (509) 328-7972
Summer Slam Basketball 2024, July 5-7, July 12-14, HUB Sports Center. Summer basketball tournament for high school-affiliated teams includes multiple games against great competition. Teams play a minimum of five games over the three-day tournament. Open to boys and girls teams, varsity, JV and frosh July 5-7, and Club teams boys and girls, varsity, JV/Frosh, $400. lacy@hubsportscenter.org, https://hub.configio.com/pd/2401/summer-slam-basketball-2024, (509) 927-0602.
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 17-21, 24-28, July 1-5, 8-12, 15-19, 22-26, July 29-Aug. 2, Aug. 5-9, 12-16, 19-23. $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 Day Camp, Camp Dart-Lo up in North Spokane provides multiple weeks of FUN for campers, pre-k to 9th grade. With two swimming pools, an archery range, handcrafts, a low ropes course, games and more, the possibilities are endless this summer!, North Spokane, June 17-August 23, 8:30am-4:00pm. Extended hours available. $260, June 17-21. June 24-28. July 1-July 3rd MINI CAMP. $150, July 8-12, July 15-19. July 22-26, July 29-August 2, August 5-9, August 12-16, August 19-23, Add-ons for each session include bus transportation and a Wednesday overnight options for campers. These must be added at the time of registration or by calling our office. campfire@campfireinc.org, campfireinc.org, (509) 747-6191.
Camp Ka-Mee-Lin, June 17-Aug. 30, Post Falls Kiwanis Park or other Post Falls schools. Summer program provides activities such as swimming art, games, field trips and more, based on a rotating list of weekly themes. Base camp is 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available from 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m., $190 per week, $50 extra for extended care. Select weeks have additional programming/field trip fees. Themes include Camp Invention, grades K-6, indoors at a school in Post Falls, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m,) $190 + $30 programming fee, $50 extra for extended care, Dinosaurs Galore, K-6, Kiwanis Park 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.) $190, $50 extra for extended care, Environmental Guardians, K-6, Kiwanis Park 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available (7 a.m.-530 p.m.) $152, $40 extra for extended care *No camp July 4, Favorite Stories, K-6, Kiwanis Park 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.) $190, $50 extra for extended care, Wizarding World, K-6, Kiwanis Park 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.) $190, $50 extra for extended care, Wild West Rodeo, K-6, Kiwanis Park 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.) $190, $50 extra for extended care, Time Travelers, K-6, Kiwanis Park 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.) $190 + $18 field trip fee, $50 extra for extended care, Animal Planet, K-6, Kiwanis Park 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.) $190, $50 extra for extended care, Medieval Quest, K-6, Kiwanis Park 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.) $190, $50 extra for extended care, Space Adventures, K-6, Kiwanis Park 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available for extra fee (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.) $190, optional $50 extra for extended care, Mystery Week, K-6, Kiwanis Park 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., extended care available (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.) $190, optional $50 extra for extended care, Meals provided, field trips included each week at no additional cost (except week 7), dbugenhagen@postfalls.gov, http://www.postfalls.gov/camp, (208) 773-0539.
Gonzaga Preparatory Bullpup Summer Camp runs June 17-20 for grades K-8. Campers can focus on sports, arts, or science for the entire week or choose up to three sessions per day in the different fields based on their interest and grade level. Most camps are for grades 4-8 but there are options for grades K-3. Visit Gprep.com/summercamps to see all options to mix and match and register.
Northern Pines Academy in Spokane offers week-long themed camps for ages 3-6 going into kindergarten. Sessions are June 18-28, July 8-23, 8 a.m.-11:45 or 8 a.m. costs vary, full time $370/week, part time $185/week. Programs include art, adventures, STEM, cooking, exploration, careers, insects and more. kroy@npinesacademy.com, http://www.npinesacademy.com/, (509) 903-6114
Outbacker Day Camp at Camp Sweyolakan for grades 1-6, Sunday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. July 14-18, July 28- Aug. 1, Aug. 11-15. Activities include swimming, boating, archery, hiking, handcrafts, nature programming and more. Lake Coeur d'Alene, $260. Pick-up and drop-off will be at Camp Sweyolakan Landing, 3088 W Lutherhaven Road. Wednesday overnight option available. campfire@campfireinc.org, campfireinc,org, (509) 747-6191.
Outdoor Adventures Summer Camp, Spokane Parks and Recreation offers a variety of outdoor recreation activities for youth, including kayaking, paddleboarding, rafting, rock climbing, disc golf, aquatic centers, and exploring the community. Programs also focus on self-esteem, social skills and more. Each day’s session starts at Riverside State Park Bowl and Pitcher Picnic Shelter. Youth camp sessions for ages 8-11 are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 24-28, July 8-12, 15-9, 22-26, July 29-Aug. 2, Aug. 5-9, 12-16, 19-23, 26-30. Teen camp/All Adventures Week for ages 12-15 is June 24-28, July 22-26 and Aug. 12-16. Wild and Water Week for ages 12-15 is July 15-19, July 29-Aug. 2, Aug. 12-16. Spokaneparks.org
Plum Tree Summer Camps include a variety of programs and activities for youth in Spokane. Little Kid programs are for ages 3-6, $180 per camp, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 17-Aug. 23. Themed sessions June 17-21, June 24-28, July 1-5, 8-12, 15-19, 22-26, July 29-Aug. 2, Aug 5-9, 12-16, 19-23. Big Kid Camps for ages 7-9, $160/camp, 1:30-5 p.m., July 8-12, 15-19, 22-26, July 29-Aug. 2, Aug. 5-9, 12-16. admin@plumtreeschool.com.
Spokane County Library District offers a variety of summer programs for families and children at all of its libraries as well as the Outdoor Learning Center in Spokane Valley, Edgecliff Park, Terrace View Park and Valley Mission Park. Visit Scld.org/events for a complete list of branches, programs, and dates/times.
Twin Eagles Summer Day Camps, June 10-28, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Twin Eagles Nature Adventurers Camp, Blue Creek Bay, Coeur d’Alene. Campers dive deep into a connection with the natural world through games, activities, storytelling, song, and fun, June 10-14 for ages 6-12; June 24-28 ages 8-13. $395, scholarships available. $395 per session. office@twineagles.org, http://www.twineagles.org/outdoor-adventure-camp.html#cf, (208) 265-3685
Twin Eagles Summer Day Camps, June 10-Aug. 16 9 a.m-3 p.m., Camp Stidwell in Sandpoint/Sagle. Sessions include Crafts and Foraging Camp June 10-14, ages 8-13, Wilderness Survival Day Camp, June 17-21, ages 8-13, Nature Adventurers Day Camp, July 1-5, ages 6-12, Nature Adventurers Day Camp July 8-12, ages 6-12, Nature Adventurers Day Camp Aug. 12-16, ages 6-12, $395, scholarships available office@twineagles.org, http://www.twineagles.org/outdoor-adventure-camp.html#cf, (208) 265-3685
Twin Eagles Summer Day Camps, June 17-Aug. 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Spokane House Interpretive Center, Nine Mile Falls, Nature Adventurers Day Camp, June 17-21, ages 6-12, Wilderness Survival Day Camp June 24-28, ages 6-12, Emerging Wild Leaders Day Camp July 1-5, ages 11-14, Nature Adventurers Day Camp July 8-12, ages 6-12, Nature Adventurers Day Camp, Aug. 5-9, ages 6-12, each session $395, scholarships available. office@twineagles.org, https://www.twineagles.org/outdoor-adventure-camp.html#cf, (208) 265-3685
Wilderness Survival Camps for Youth, Spokane Parks and Recreation offers a variety of outdoor programs starting at the Riverside State Park Equestrian area including Intro to Wilderness Survival, ages 6-9, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. July 1-5 and July 15-19, $325. Campers learn a variety of skills including building shelters and fires, cordage knots, traps and primitive skills. Intermediate Wilderness Survival Camp, ages 8-11, June 24-28, Aug. 19-23, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Program teaches how to make shelters and fires, knife safety, tracking, foraging and more, $399. Advanced Wilderness Survival, ages 10-14, July 8-12, includes problem solving, shelter building, traps, knife safety, plat use, tracking and more. $399. Crafters Camp, ages 8-12, Aug. 12-16, teaches how to build a variety of items including cordage, carving bowls and cuter, survival bracelets, belts, dream catchers and walking sticks. $418. Spokaneparks.org.
Equine Camps
Horseback Riding Camps, Spokane Parks and Recreation offers riding and educational group activities for ages 8-13 at Relational Riding Academy in Cheney. Sessions are 9 a.m.-noon and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. They include June 17-21, July 8-12, July 22-26, Aug 19-23. Spokaneparks.org.
Relational Riding Academy Summer Day Camp, Cheney, weeklong camps include riding and educational group activities for ages 8-13. All levels of experience welcome. Limited to 25 participants. Morning session 8:45 a.m.-noon, afternoon session 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sessions June 17-21, July 15-19, July 19-Aug. 2 and Aug. 19-23, $300. Horseback riding camp June 17-21, July 15-19, July 19-Aug. 2, Aug. 19-23, $300. http://www.RelationalRidingAcademy.com, bmkb65@hotmail.com, (509) 270 3393
Overnight/Weekly Camps
Boy Scouts of America offer a variety of programs including Camp Grizzly starting July 14, 21, 20 and 27, $450 youth or $230 adults. Camp Easton offers weekly programs starting June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28 and Aug. 4. Youth $450 for sessions 1, $475 sessions 2-6, adults $250. Early bird rate by May 5. http://www.nwscouts.org/
Camp Cougar Wilderness Camp, Salvation Army of Spokane offers a variety of weekly camps at Loon Lake for ages 13-17 July 24-28, July 1-5, July 8-12, July 15-19. Activities include hiking, high rope courses, outdoor survival skills, swimming, and more. Campers explore nature and grow their relationship with Christ while developing friendships. Scholarships available. Transportation available from Spokane. http://www.campgifford.com/ campgifford@usw.salvationarmy.org (509) 329-2759
Camp Cross, June 14-Sept. 8, traditional summer camp operated by the Episcopal Diocese of Spokane offers opportunities for kids and families to enjoy watersports and hiking or just relaxing and recharging on a 100-acre oasis on Lake Coeur d'Alene. Camps include Women/Men’s Weekend (18-plus), June 14-16, $250; Mini Camp (grades 2-3) June 30-July 2, $225, Days at the Lake, (families), July 3-6, $175; Intermediate Camp, grades 4-6, July 7-12, $400; Arts Camp grades 4-9, July 14-19, $400; Outdoor Adventure Camp, grades 10-12, July 21-26, $400; Mid-High Camp, grades 7-9, July 28-Aug. 2, $400; Senior High Camp, grades 10-12, Aug. 4-10, $475; Young Adult Weekend, ages 19-29, Aug. 22-25, $250; Labor Day Family Camp, families, Aug. 30-Sept. 2, $175; Adult Weekend, age 21-plus, Sept. 6-8, $250. Camp welcomes guests of all faiths, sexual orientation and economic status. Scholarships available. campcross@spokanediocese.org, http://www.campcross.org, (509) 990-5621.
Camp Four Echoes, Girl Scout Resident Camp on Lake Coeur d'Alene, for girls in 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 16-21, 23-28, July 7-12, 14-18, 21-26, Aug. 4-7. Other specialty camps include Family Camp May 24-27, Troop Camp June 30-July 2 and Aug. 16-18, Just the Two of Us Aug. 9-11, and “A Brownie Bite” one-night camp for K-6 and adults July 3-4. Prices vary by week and age. http://www.gsewni.org/en/camp1/camp-four-echoes.html
Camp Gifford, Salvation Army of Spokane offers a variety of weekly camps at Loon Lake for ages 7-12 June 24-Aug. 2. Campers can experience games, arts and crafts, archery, swimming, boating, singing and learning about God. Scholarships available. Transportation available from Spokane. Sessions include Adventure Camp June 24-28, Sports Olympic July 1-5, Jungle Cruise July 8-12, Say 6 Music Camp July 15-19, Discovery Camp July 22-26 and July 29-Aug. 2. campgifford@usw.salvationarmy.org (509) 329-2759,http://www.campgifford.com
Camp Spalding, Christian camp on Davis Lake, offers activities like horse riding, swimming, rock climbing, mountain biking, zip line, ropes course, crafts, team sports and more. Programs include half-week resident programs for grades 2-4, full week programs for grades 5-6, 7-8 and 9-12. Also Family Camp Aug. 14-18, Mom/Dad/ & Me Overnight for grades K-2 June 14-15 $570 for full week. (509) 710-3449 : or http://www.campspalding.org
Camp Sweyolakan on Lake Coeur d'Alene provides overnight and day camp sessions for grades 1-12 June 24-Aug. 23. Activities include hiking, swimming, boating, archery, nature programming, cookouts, ropes course, handcrafts, and more. Overnight Camp Session 1: June 24-28, $500, Monday-Friday. Overnight Camp Session 2 July 7-11, $500 Sunday through Thursday. Overnight Camp Session 3 July 14-18, $500 Sunday through Thursday. Camp Session 4: July 21-25, $500 Sunday through Thursday. Overnight Camp Session 5 July 28- Aug. 1, $500 Sunday through Thursday. Overnight Camp Session 6 Aug. 4-8, $500 Sunday through Thursday. Overnight Camp Session 7 Aug. 11-15, $500 Sunday through Thursday. Overnight Camp Session 6 Aug. 18-23, $560 Sunday through Friday. Camp Sweyolakan is accessible only by boat. Participants will be loading the Big Boat from Downtown Coeur d’Alene. campfire@campfireinc.org, campfireinc.org, (509) 747-6191.
Twin Eagles Overnight Camp, July 21-Aug. 4, Priest River Medicine Circle Eco Retreat, for ages 10-13 to immerse themselves in nature for a tremendous experience of living, learning, working and playing in the natural world away from the rush and din of modern society. Session 1 July 21-16, $940, Session s2 July 29-Aug. 4, $1,040, scholarships office@twineagles.org, https://www.twineagles.org/outdoor-adventure-camp.html#cf, (208) 265-3685
YMCA Camp Reed, June 16-Aug 17, Fan Lake. Campers can take part in activities on the waterfront, arts and crafts, hikes, campfires, games and more while under the eye of trained counselors and junior counselors. Traditional Camp sessions for grades 3-9 June 16-22, June 30-July 6, July 14-20, July 21-27, July 28-Aug 3, Aug 4-10, Aug 11-17, $625/session. CIT Group 1 June 30-July 12, CIT Group 2 July 14-27, CIT Group 3 July 28-Aug. 2 for students entering Grade 10, $765. Mini Camp 1A: June 16-18, Mini Camp 1B June 20-June 22, Mini Camp 4A July 21-23, Mini Camp 4B July 25-27, Mini Camp 6A Aug. 4-6, Mini Camp 6B Aug. 8-10, Mini Camp 7A Aug. 11-13, for entering grades 1-2, $310. Horse Trail Rides available for an extra fee Traditional Camp Sessions 3 and 4. campreed@ymcainw.org, ymcainw.org/camp-reed, (509) 777-9622
Special Need Camps
Camp Goodtimes at YMCA Camp Reed, July 8-12, camp offers children affected by cancer the opportunity to experience the fun at Camp Reed with the support of skilled medical and program staff. Campers participate in many of the same programming highlights as our traditional camp programs: all camp games, waterfront, arts and crafts, archery, campfires and much more, however, the pace at Camp Goodtimes is structured to accommodate campers with limitations. Camp Goodtimes is medically supported by pediatric and oncology physicians and nurses. Free for children affected by cancer. https://ymcainw.org/camp-reed/camp-goodtimes/; campgoodtimes@ymcainw.org
Camp Kaniksu, June 28-30, Hospice of North Idaho organizes this camp for ages 6-16 who are dealing with grief. The free camp includes a supportive environment with traditional camp activities as well as opportunities for support. http://www.hospiceofnorthidaho.org/camp-kaniksu
Camp Sparkle, June 24-28, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Manito Park, free summer day camp for children and teens ages 5-17 who have been impacted by cancer, which could be a parent or parents, family members, friends, or their own. Campers experience a week of learning about cancer, participating in therapeutic activities, going on field trips, and making friends with campers and counselors who are just like them. Camp Sparkle is facilitated by a licensed clinical oncology social worker and is a proud member of the Childrens Oncology Camping Association (COCA) and Care Camps. Campers are age 5-12, junior counselors are ages 13-15, counselors ages 16-plus. terri@cancerpathways.org, cancerpathways.org/programs/camp-sparkle/, (602) 505-7275
Funshine Day Camp, June 24-Aug. 9, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. camp for those with developmental and/or physical disabilities, Shadle Park. Campers ages 6-21 will have the opportunity to interact and socialize with peers through crafts, music, science experiments, books, board games, group activities, and more. 1 week for teens, two weeks for adults. Field trips also offered. Program ends with potluck and carnival. Session 1 June 24-28 (adults), Class 2 July 1-3 (ages 13-18), Class 3 July 8-12, ages 6-21, Class 4 ages 6-21, July 15-19, Class 5 ages 6-21, July 22-26, Class 6 ages 6-21, Aug. 5-9. Each week $259. abusch@spokanecity.org, http://www.spokanerec.org, (509) 625-6245
