Nature Camps for Kids Near Marin County

Snails & Turkey Tails offers immersive summer nature camps in Marin County for children ages 3–5. Our play-based program combines outdoor exploration, forest and beach adventures, and hands-on learning to foster curiosity and confidence.Join us this...

Celebrate the arrival of spring with five days of outdoor adventure at China Camp State Park! Our days are filled with child-led discovery and hands-on experiences.​Children go on gentle hikes, search for wildflowers and wildlife, build with natural...

Join us for a day of adventure as we dive into the wonders of our vibrant home landscape. Splash through seasonal creeks, roam across rolling hills, paddle the Petaluma River, and discover the hidden treasures of local plants and wildlife. Whether...

This summer’s offering is designed for families looking to have their child “dip a toe” into the summer camp experience. We will be a small group, and an experienced outdoor leader will be with the children at all times. Think of it as an adventure...

During the summer, Marin Waldorf School’s 10 acre Lucas Valley campus becomes a vibrant, multi-age world of play, nature, literacy, handwork, and outdoor adventure.Ages 3-6: Early Childhood Summer Camp offers crafts, water play, nature walks, and...

Try your hand at shooting a bow and arrow.Meet local wild animals face to face during our animal visits.Gather plants to dye your camp t-shirt.Spend a summer week tracking, practicing wilderness skills, doing archery, and adventuring the hills and...

Summer is the time to immerse yourself in the outdoors. This 3 day, 2 night trip is a great introduction to backpacking. We hope to inspire a lifelong love of camping, empowering the youth to go outside with confidence in their knowledge of hazards,...

Discover an adventure in your extended backyard. Look for animals, learn about edible plants, build shelters, and try your skills at ancestral arts. This camp showcases our core curriculum and one of the most beautiful parks in Marin. It is a good...

A summer nature adventure by the Bay!School is out and it’s the perfect time to spend a day on the beach with friends, better yet, friends who know a thing or two about the land and sea. On the land, we explore the beaches and hills of China Camp...

Vilda is back in Marinwood at the Marin Waldorf Campus! We look forward to practicing skills under the oak trees and exploring the creeks again.We spend our mornings out on the landscape playing games, exploring waterways, and looking for animals....

Offering Quality-Focused Montessori-Aligned Farm & Nature EnrichmentAfterschool enrichment on Early Release Wednesdays (12:30-5pm) Spring, Fall & Summer Camps aligned with school breaks at Veronda-Falletti RanchEmphasizing Grace & Courtesy, along...

Snails & Turkey Tails offers immersive summer nature camps in Marin County for children ages 3–5. Our play-based program combines outdoor exploration, forest and lake adventures, and hands-on learning to foster curiosity and confidence.-Join us this...