Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers
Eco Explorers Summer Camp at The Arboretum at Flagstaff offers nature-based day camps for children aged 5-12, focusing on outdoor exploration and environment...
▌ Editor's read The Arboretum at Flagstaff's Eco Explorers Summer Camp offers day programs for children aged 5-12, with specific themes like 'Wilderness Explorers' for different age groups. The website clearly outlines camp dates, themes, and pricing, indicating a cost of $360 per week for non-members. The Arboretum is a non-profit organization, suggesting a mission-driven approach to its programs. The site states, 'All staff and volunteers undergo background checks,' which is a significant safety measure. While not ACA accredited, the camp is run by an established institution. Google reviews for 'The Arboretum at Flagstaff' show a strong 4.7-star rating from 580 reviews, indicating overall positive public perception of the organization. The camp focuses on outdoor activities, science, and nature exploration, leveraging the Arboretum's natural setting.
Who thrives here Ages 5–11
Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given outdoors/nature program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 5–11
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 4001 S Woody Mountain Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86005, USA
- Cost notes: $290 for members. Scholarships available. Additional fee for camp out for ages 8-11.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers
- What ages does Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers accept?
- Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers is open to children ages 5–11. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers cost?
- Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers publishes $360/week for the standard session. $290 for members. Scholarships available. Additional fee for camp out for ages 8-11. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers's hours?
- Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers?
- Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers provide lunch?
- Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Flagstaff?
- Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers is one of 5 outdoors/nature camps in Flagstaff that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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