Let's grow even more fun this summer! We have plenty of dirt, compost, insects, and plants... we just need to know how they all work to make something beautiful, and often tasty! Come garden with Mr. Gruszka as you learn how to work, weed, and use and care for a garden, big or small. Direct hands-in-dirt experience and projects that will allow you to take your "sprouting" skills to harvest!

Are you interested in a career that lets you work outside and contribute to the conservation and enjoyment of our natural world? Join us for the “Outdoors Careers Camp,” where high school students can explore diverse career paths in forestry, wildlife, natural resource management, parks and recreation management, and geospatial sciences. Throughout the week, participants will engage in hands-on activities and gain insights into various environmental careers.

Whether you are a total beginner or have been shredding the wake since you could walk, Water Monkey has a place for you. Our coaches create a custom instruction plan for each camper allowing every individual to progress at their own pace in their waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing skills.

Whether you are a total beginner or have been shredding the wake since you could walk, Water Monkey has a place for you. Our coaches create a custom instruction plan for each camper allowing every individual to progress at their own pace in their waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing skills.

Join a St. Louis County Park Ranger and spend the week learning to be good anglers. Every day the group will venture out to a new fishing location in a St. Louis County Park. Learn to catch a wide variety of native species.

Organized for those sailors that are 8 or older and have interest in sailing .

For adults and families with children 8 and older. Whether you’re an adventurous adult, a family of explorers, or anyone over 8 who loves climbing trees, this experience is a must-do. Taught by expert instructors, you’ll be introduced to the world of recreational tree climbing and explore different parts of tree’s canopy. Designed for first-time climbers.

For families with children ages 4 and up. Join us for family crafting time at the Butterfly House where you’ll learn how to upcycle everyday trash into treasure! The Butterfly House will be supplying the materials, but feel free to bring some extra empty water/soda bottles (empty, cleaned, and washed) or other upcycling materials to add to your project. Staff will guide you while you have fun crafting with your family. One craft kit for each registered family.

For riders with some horse experience (recommended for those with at least one year of riding lessons).

Seeking adventure, camaraderie, and an opportunity to freely create & be yourself in a trusting environment?

MMA’s Equestrian Camp focuses on building confidence and responsibility through horseback riding. Campers will enjoy 2.5 hours (8 AM to 10:30 AM) of instruction each morning, which consists of daily trail rides through MMA’s beautiful 288-acre campus and learning different western horsemanship techniques, such as saddling, mounting, walking and galloping, along with other important horse management skills like safety, grooming and handling.

For young makers and dreamers, MAP Art Explorers is more than just a studio—it's a space to create, connect, and learn! Based in the heart of the Grand Center Arts District, this full-day camp invites youth ages 10–14 to dive into hands-on artmaking, neighborhood art adventures, and real-world inspiration. Make friends and build technique in media including 3D Sculpture, Zines, and Painting! Discover the vibrant world of art through MAP's studio environment and the dynamic Grand Center Arts District. This all-day camp welcomes young artists ages 10–14 from 9 AM–3 PM. Folks will create interest-driven artworks, explore nearby museums and outdoor art installations, develop their artistic skills, and make fast friends. Each program focuses on specific artistic methods and materials, allowing young artists to discover their creative passions through project-based learning.

Monday to Thursday at Christ Prince of Peace from 8 am to 11:30 am; Friday at Schroeder Park 8 am to 10 am. Registration available for 3 days, 4 days, and 5 days. Big River Running’s Cross Country Camp for 6th – 12th graders is a great way to get a jump start on the cross country season. Bring yourself or your whole team for a great week of training, the opportunity to meet other runners, the chance to learn from some of the best runners in the St. Louis area and, of course, to have a lot of fun! Campers will end the week feeling motivated and excited to reach their goals for the upcoming season. Highlights include: Training Runs & Workouts; Games & Bonding Activities; Informative Speakers; and Big River XC Challenge – The final day of camp will feature a fun cross country race. Campers will be divided into teams and the event will be scored just like in a real cross country race.

Learn and play various backyard games-some classic and some new! Croquet, washers, KanJam, kickball, wiffleball, cornhole, and more will be instructed and played throughout the week. Students will get to try various pairings and individual games culminating n a tournament at the end of the week. The goal will be playing new games and making new friends in the beautiful backyard of Community School.

Learn and play various backyard games-some classic and some new! Croquet, washers, KanJam, kickball, wiffleball, cornhole, and more will be instructed and played throughout the week. Students will get to try various pairings and individual games culminating n a tournament at the end of the week. The goal will be playing new games and making new friends in the beautiful backyard of Community School.