All Things Summer Camp
Nature-Based Summer Day Camps in
Lafayette, Boulder, & Longmont
What we do:
About our Camps:
At Thorne, we help kids fall in love with nature — because kids who connect with the natural world grow up wanting to care for it. Through games, crafts, nature play, and hands-on lessons, campers build real curiosity and joy for the outdoors.
We offer camps at three locations: Lafayette Nature Center, Mountain View United Methodist Church (Boulder), and Roger's Grove Park (Longmont).
When:
Summer Schedule:
Sessions run June 1 – August 7, Monday–Friday.
K–6th: Weekly · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
6th+: Two-week sessions · See below for details
Drop-off & Pickup
Drop-off: 8:45-9:00 AM | Pickup: 3:00-3:15 PM
Extended Care (until 5:30 PM): $110/week
No camp June 16 for Juneteenth — limited childcare available
K - 2nd Grade (Lafayette & Boulder)
Offered at Lafayette to kids entering Kindergarten, 1st, or 2nd grade and at Boulder for kids entering 1st grade (over age 6 by the start of the camp session) or 2nd grade!
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Cost: $560
Give your child a joyful, safe, and enriching summer experience. Campers will explore their curiosity and appreciation for the natural world, be part of a supportive camp community, and lay the foundation for lifelong environmental stewardship.
Lafayette Sessions
Session 1: 6/1-6/5 (Waitlist Only)
Session 3: 6/15-6/18 $450-No Camp Friday (Waitlist Only)
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 9: 7/27-7/31 (Waitlist Only)
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
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Cost: $560
Give your child a joyful, safe, and enriching summer experience. Campers will explore their curiosity and appreciation for the natural world, be part of a supportive camp community, and lay the foundation for lifelong environmental stewardship.
Boulder Sessions (ages 6+)
Session 3: 6/15-6/18 $450-No Camp Friday for Juneteenth
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 9: 7/27-7/31 (Waitlist Only)
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
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Cost: $590
Immerse your child in the wonders of Boulder County with Mountain Connections Camp. Campers build confidence through hands-on learning and experiences in nature, with field trips to Chautauqua and the Mt. Sanitas Trailhead.
Lafayette Sessions
Session 1: 6/1-6/5
Session 3: 6/15-6/18 $450-No Camp Friday for Juneteenth (Waitlist Only)
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 7: 7/13-7/17 (Waitlist Only)
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Cost: $590
Immerse your child in the wonders of Boulder County with Water Connection Camp. This camp offers learning and adventures through local creeks and waterways at the home site and on field trips to Roger’s Grove and Golden Ponds.
Lafayette Sessions (Limited spots available)
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
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Cost: $590
With a field trip to our Boulder site to join Jeff (of musical duo Jeff & Paige), the Songs & Science experience integrates music, costumes, and singing into nature play. For those who love Jeff & Paige, songs, science, or silliness, we deliver a delightful day-camp focused on connecting with nature!
Lafayette Sessions
Session 2: 6/8-6/12 (Waitlist Only)
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 6: 7/6-7/10 (Waitlist Only)
Session 7: 7/13-7/17 (Waitlist Only)
Session 8: 7/20-7/24 (Waitlist Only)
Boulder Sessions (Ages 6+)
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
3rd - 5th Grade (Lafayette, Boulder, & Longmont)
These camps are offered at Lafayette, Boulder, and Longmont for kids who will be entering 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade in the fall of 2026!
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Cost: $590
Immerse your child in the wonders of Boulder County with Mountain Connections Camp. Campers build confidence through hands-on learning and experiences in nature, with field trips to Chautauqua and the Mt. Sanitas Trailhead.
Lafayette Sessions
Session 1: 6/1-6/5
Session 3: 6/15-6/18 $475-No Camp Friday for Juneteenth
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
Boulder Sessions
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
Longmont Sessions
Session 1: 6/1-6/5
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 3: 6/15-6/18 $475-No Camp Friday for Juneteenth
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
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Cost: $590
Immerse your child in the wonders of Boulder County with Water Connection Camp. This camp offers learning and adventures through local creeks and waterways at the home site and on field trips to Roger’s Grove and Golden Ponds.
Lafayette Sessions
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
Boulder Sessions
Session 1: 6/1-6/5
Session 3: 6/15-6/18 $475-No Camp Friday for Juneteenth
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
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Cost: $560
At Birds, Bugs & Beyond camp, curious young naturalists will dive into the world of winged wonders and tiny crawlers while learning about the ecosystems they call home. Perfect for kids who love to explore, ask questions, and get a little muddy!
Lafayette Sessions
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
Boulder Sessions
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
Longmont Sessions
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
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Cost: $560
Discover creativity in the great outdoors at our Nature Art camp! Each day, campers explore outdoors, gathering inspiration for their art. Through guided projects, they learn to paint, sculpt, and design using leaves, stones, and clay. It’s the perfect blend of art, adventure, and environmental discovery, letting creativity truly grow wild.
Lafayette Sessions
Session 1: 6/1-6/5
Session 3: 6/15-6/18 $450-No Camp Friday for Juneteenth
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
Boulder Sessions
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
Longmont Sessions
Session 1: 6/1-6/5
Session 3: 6/15-6/18 $450-No Camp Friday for Juneteenth
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
4th - 6th Grade (Lafayette, Boulder, & Longmont)
These camps are offered at Lafayette, Boulder, and Longmont for kids who will be entering 4th, 5th, or 6th grade in the fall of 2026!
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Cost: $590
Immerse your child in the wonders of Boulder County with Mountain Connections Camp. Campers build confidence through hands-on learning and experiences in nature, with field trips to Chautauqua and the Mt. Sanitas Trailhead.
Lafayette
Session 3: 6/15-6/18
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
Boulder
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
Longmont
Session 1: 6/1-6/5
Session 3: 6/15-6/18
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
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Cost: $590
Immerse your child in the wonders of Boulder County with Water Connection Camp. This camp offers learning and adventures through local creeks and waterways at the home site and on field trips to Roger’s Grove and Golden Ponds.
Lafayette
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
Boulder
Session 1: 6/1-6/5
Session 3: 6/15-6/18
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
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Cost: $560
Give your child the opportunity to build confidence, independence, and a love for the outdoors with our Wild Skills Level 1 Camp. Designed for beginners, this program introduces essential wilderness skills in a safe, supportive environment. Campers will learn wood whittling, leather working, and navigation through hands-on projects and guided exploration. Along the way, they'll develop problem-solving abilities, fine motor skills, and a deeper respect for nature—while having a whole lot of fun.
Sequencing Wild Skills Level 1 before Level 2 is recommended but not required.
Lafayette
Session 1: 6/1-6/5
Session 3: 6/15-6/18
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
Boulder
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
Longmont
Session 1: 6/1-6/5
Session 3: 6/15-6/18
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
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Cost: $560
For returning campers, ready to take the next step, Wild Skills Level 2 Camp deepens wilderness knowledge through more advanced skill-building. Campers will refine their whittling techniques, create more complex leather projects, strengthen their navigation skills, and use their skills in real-world scenarios. This level focuses on building resilience, self-reliance, and leadership through practical experiences—all in a fun and supportive environment.
Sequencing Wild Skills Level 1 before Level 2 is recommended but not required.
Lafayette
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
Boulder
Session 3: 6/15-6/18
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 7: 7/13-7/17
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
Longmont
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
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Cost: $590
Campers will hit the trail every day as we hike through Boulder’s foothills and forests. Our camp offers daily hikes on Boulder’s local trails. Field trips to local trailheads are led by experienced staff, each day focuses on outdoor skills, trail awareness, and enjoying time outside without pressure or distractions.
Lafayette
Session 1: 6/1-6/5
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Boulder
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
Longmont
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
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Cost: $590
Our camp gives young anglers the chance to spend their days on the water, learning practical fishing skills in a relaxed, supportive environment. Campers will practice casting, knot-tying, identifying local fish species, and understanding responsible catch-and-release methods on Field trips to local fishing spots. Led by experienced staff, each day focuses on building confidence, patience, and respect for the outdoors.
Lafayette
Session 5: 6/29-7/3
Session 9: 7/27-7/31
Boulder
Session 4: 6/22-6/26
Session 8: 7/20-7/24
Longmont
Session 2: 6/8-6/12
Session 6: 7/6-7/10
Session 10: 8/3-8/7
6th - 12th Grade (Lafayette & Boulder)
We have a few opportunities for older campers to be involved this summer!
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Cost: $1,015
Join the third annual cohort of Outdoor Leaders in Training (OLIT) at Thorne Nature Experience! This two-week camp invites youth ready to take their earth stewardship to the next level through hands-on leadership development. Participants will build skills to become nature mentors at Thorne camps, learn from environmental professionals, and complete meaningful service projects that benefit their community—all while enjoying the classic fun of a Thorne summer camp.
OLIT 1: 6/15-6/26 $915-No Camp Friday (6/19) for Juneteenth
OLIT 2: 6/29-7/10
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Cost: $850
Join Thorne's founder and Master Bander, Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II, for a unique camp focused on one of his greatest passions – birds! Guided by Oak alongside experienced Thorne staff, campers will explore Colorado’s birds and gain skills in bird banding research.
This two-week, partial day camp runs from 8:30 am- 1 pm.
Boulder
6/1-6/12/26 (this is a 2-week camp)
Ready to Register?
For the most up-to-date availability, check out this RATES & DATES page and enter your child’s birthday.
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Add or confirm your child’s information. You will need to register one child at a time.
Select the camp sessions and programs.
Complete all the information and forms.
Add payment and check out.
If you need any support in this process, please contact the camp team by email (camp@thornenature.org) or phone (303.499.3647 ex. 120)
Camp Resources
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Scholarships
Thorne offers partial scholarships to low and middle-income families to ensure that all children can get outdoors with Thorne.
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Contact Camp
Contact the camp team: Camp@thornenature.org
Call the camp team: 303.499.3647 ex 120