Children are introduced to a variety of Natural Sciences while learning in an outdoor classroom known as Lake Merritt Wildlife Refuge. Camp meets daily at the Rotary Nature Center. On Fridays, the Staff and children go peddle boating at the Lake Merritt Boating Center.
Young Naturalist (5-7)-Week 1: Jun 8th - Jun 12th
Young Naturalist (8-10)-Week 1: Jun 8th - Jun 12th
Young Naturalist (5-7)-Week 2: Jun 15th - Jun 19th
Young Naturalist (8-10)-Week 2: Jun 15th - Jun 19th
Young Naturalist (5-7)-Week 3: Jun 22nd - Jun 26th
Young Naturalist (8-10)-Week 3: Jun 22nd - Jun 26th
Young Naturalist (5-7)-Week 4: Jun 29th - Jul 3rd
Young Naturalist (8-10)-Week 4: Jun 29th - Jul 3rd
Young Naturalist (5-7)-Week 5: Jul 6th - Jul 10th
Young Naturalist (8-10)-Week 5: Jul 6th - Jul 10th
Young Naturalist (5-7)-Week 6: Jul 13th - Jul 17th
Young Naturalist (8-10)-Week 6: Jul 13th - Jul 17th
Young Naturalist (5-7)-Week 7: Jul 20th - Jul 24th
Young Naturalist (8-10)-Week 7: Jul 20th - Jul 24th
Young Naturalist (5-7)-Week 8: Jul 27th - Jul 31st
Young Naturalist (8-10)-Week 8: Jul 27th - Jul 31st
ELL
Interpreter not provided. Bilingual staff are assigned to sites located in areas with high non-english speakers.
Special Needs
Many of our programs are open to youth with developmental disabilities, and their peers. Staff is experienced, welcoming, and ready to plunge into a summer of learning and adventure. Join us for swimming, community outings, exciting summer activities, and more! Contact us for more information.
Some specific camps include:
- Teen Inclusion Camp at Mosswood Recreation Center; 3612 Webster Street // (510) 597-5038; Ages 12-17
- Inclusion Camps at Dimond Recreation Center; 3860 Hanly Road // (510) 482-7831; Ages 4.5 - 12
Deals
Scholarships provided to Oakland residents. Please contact us for sliding scale pricing. Submit completed scholarship form https://www.oaklandca.gov/documents/opryd-registration-forms to your local recreation center.