LONGMONT CAMPS: AGES 6-11
For nearly 70 years, Thorne has been a trusted choice for outdoor summer camps and every summer we see firsthand that KIDS GROW BETTER IN NATURE. Our Longmont day camps for children ages 6-11 visit the best open spaces in Boulder County and focus on outdoor exploration, survival skills, nature art, local plants and animals, and so much more. Thorne campers follow their passions, build confidence, and learn about and connect with nature, all while having a lot of FUN! Join us for your child’s best summer yet.
Camp Schedule
Camps run from 9 am-3 pm Monday-Friday with the option to add Extended Care from 3 pm-5:30 pm.
Click the camp names below to view detailed camp descriptions.
| Age | Camp Name | Session 1: 5/27-6/6* |
Session 2: 6/9-6/20* |
Session 3: 6/23-7/3* |
Session 4: 7/7-7/18 |
Session 5: 7/21-8/1 |
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| 6-8 | Wanderers | Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove |
| 9-11 | Pathfinders | Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove |
| 6-11 | Extended Care 3 pm-5:30 pm |
Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove | Roger’s Grove |
* Sessions 1, 2, and 3 are 9-day camps for holidays
- Session 1: No camp May 26
- Session 2: No camp June 19
- Session 3: No camp July 4
Camp Meeting Locations
Our camps are designed around home open space sites where campers will spend most of their time when they aren’t on field trips to other fabulous open spaces in Boulder County. Longmont camps have walking field trips and field trips via school bus.
- Roger’s Grove: 220 Hover St, Longmont, CO 80501
Camp Hours
9 am-3 pm Monday-Friday
Extended Care runs from 3 pm-5:30 pm
Scholarships
CLICK HERE for information about partial and full scholarships for camp.
OTHER THORNE CAMPS IN BOULDER & LAFAYETTE: AGES 5-15
Thorne also offers day camps in Boulder and Lafayette with programs for children ages 5-14. Click below for more information about all camp locations, financial assistance, and much more!
ABOUT THORNE NATURE EXPERIENCE
Thorne Nature Experience, founded in 1954, was one of Colorado’s first environmental nonprofits. Thorne’s provides nature connection programs for children. In addition to summer camp, Thorne offers nature preschool, school programs, and field trips. CLICK HERE to learn more about our organization.