Eco-Explorers

Boulder and Lafayette – Ages 5 & 6

Registration Opens 1/9/25

This camp is the perfect introduction to Thorne for budding nature lovers. Eco-Explorer campers will connect with nature through games, songs, storytelling, art, and hands-on exploration. With themes driven by their interests and guided by skilled instructors, each session offers fresh discoveries, making it fun to return again and again!

Eco-Explorers camps include a visit from local eco-experts who will share exciting hands-on nature programs and activities with the campers- including some with live animals. During sessions 1-5 in Boulder and Lafayette, our eco-expert will be local children’s performer Jeff Kagan of Jeff & Paige. Jeff will share his passion for music, science discovery, and the outdoors, including a live concert where campers can join in the fun.

Eco-Explorers is best suited for children who are going into K-1st grade. All Thorne day camps maintain a 10:1 maximum camper-to-instructor ratio.

WHAT ARE SOME THINGS WE WILL DO AT CAMP?

  • Explore, search for critters on land and in the water, and have fun nature-based adventures
  • Introductory activities for investigating local flora and fauna
  • Creative play, nature-inspired games, music, stories, art, and much more!
  • Special hands-on nature programs and activities with eco-experts, including Jeff Kagan of Jeff & Paige at Boulder and Lafayette camps Sessions 1-5

CAMP DETAILS

Pricing

Sessions 1, 2, and 3: $915 per session (9-day camps for holidays)
Sessions 4 and 5: $1015 per session
Session 6: $715 per session (7-day camp)

Ages

5-6 years old (Must be five years old by October 15, 2025)

Hours

2-Week Sessions
Mon-Fri
Camp hours 8:30 am- 2:30 pm
Extended Care hours 2:30 pm-5:30 pm

Locations 

Boulder:

Both Boulder locations include walking field trips and field trips via school bus.

Lafayette:

Sessions Offered

Boulder:
  • Session 1: May 27-June 6 at North Boulder (no camp May 26)
  • Session 2: June 9-20 at North Boulder (no camp June 19)
  • Session 3: June 23-July 3 at North Boulder (no camp July 4)
  • Session 4: July 7-18 at North Boulder
  • Session 5: July 21-Aug 1 at North Boulder
  • Session 6: Aug 4-12 at South Boulder (7-day camp)

**Sessions 1-5 include a visit from special guest Jeff Kagan of Jeff & Paige.

CLICK HERE to see the full chart of Boulder camp offerings by age, date, and location.

Lafayette:
  • Session 1: May 27-June 6 at Lafayette Nature Center (no camp May 26)
  • Session 2: June 9-20 at Lafayette Nature Center (no camp June 19)
  • Session 3: June 23-July 3 at Lafayette Nature Center (no camp July 4)
  • Session 4: July 7-18 at Lafayette Nature Center
  • Session 5: July 21-Aug 1 at Lafayette Nature Center
  • Session 6: Aug 4-12 at Lafayette Nature Center (7-day camp)

**Sessions 1-5 include a visit from special guest Jeff Kagan of Jeff & Paige.

CLICK HERE to see the full chart of Lafayette camp offerings by age, date, and location.

Financial Assistance

CLICK HERE for information on partial and full scholarships.