Wild Skills
Level 1
Lafayette, Boulder & Longmont
4th-6th Grade • Day Camp
Camp Details
GRADE
4th-6th (2026/2027 School Year)
HOURS
1-week sessions, Monday-Friday
8:45 am-3:15 pm
Lafayette & Boulder: Optional Extended Care until 5:30 pm
LOCATIONS
Lafayette- Lafayette Nature Center
300 Old Laramie Trail E, Lafayette, CO 80026
Boulder- Mountain View United Methodist
355 Ponca Pl, Boulder, CO 80303
Longmont- Roger’s Grove Park
220 Hover St, Longmont, CO 80501
PRICE
5-day camp: $560
SESSIONS OFFERED
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:
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
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.
Campers will build confidence in their learned skills outdoors and practice asking questions about their curiosities.
At Camp, We Will…
Learn woodcarving and leather-making safety and skills
Create wood and leather projects to take home
Practice orienteering skills
Build confidence working with other campers
A Typical Camp Day
8:45-9:00 am - Check-in
9:00-9:30 am - Welcome circle and morning routines
9:30-10:30 am - Snack, all-camp gathering, and exploration
10:30-12:00 pm - Themed activity / Workshop on skill
12:00-12:45 pm - Lunch
12:45-1:15 pm - Choose your own adventure
1:15-2:30 pm - Themed activity / Workshop on skill
2:30-3:00 pm - Closing circle and end of day reflection
3:00-3:15 pm - Check out
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Questions?
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