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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
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SUMMARY:World of Birds Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Birds are fascinating and charismatic animals and the study of them is both fun and scientific. Campers will use scientific tools to study the many species of birds that visit the Museum and the surrounding habitats to study the great diversity of birds that call Santa Cruz home during the summer. Join us to dive into the world of birds! \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering 3rd through 4th grade (ages 8-9) \nPrice: $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/world-of-birds-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260205T013958Z
CREATED:20251209T221831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T013958Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Botany Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:CAMP FULL – CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST \nAre you a green thumb or a budding botanist? Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for the Beginning Botany camp this summer to learn about the natural world by studying plants\, trees\, and much more. Campers will build friendships while investigating nature\, playing games\, and creating awesome crafts! \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering K through 2nd grade (ages 5-7) \nPrice: $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/beginning-botany-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260129T181611Z
CREATED:20251209T222312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T181611Z
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SUMMARY:Experiments in Nature Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Are you a future scientist? We invite kids to join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for Experiments in Nature camp to perform experiments and studies in the fields of biology\, chemistry\, physics\, ocean studies\, and climate science. Explore nature while learning more about how scientists study the natural world that surrounds us. \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering 5th through 6th grade (ages 10-11) \nPrice: $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \nREGISTER HERE\n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/experiments-in-nature-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260205T013736Z
CREATED:20251209T221805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T013736Z
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SUMMARY:Art and Science in Nature Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:CAMP FULL – CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST \nCalling young artists and scientists curious about nature! This summer\, young explorers can join us on a journey to investigate symmetries\, patterns\, and curiosities in the natural world. Spend the week exploring nearby beach\, creek\, and garden habitats\, and making all sorts of art inspired by what we discover.  \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering K through 2nd grade (ages 5-7) \nPrice: $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/art-and-science-in-nature-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260129T181815Z
CREATED:20251209T222018Z
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SUMMARY:Vivan Los Vertebrados Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Vertebrates are the incredibly diverse species of animals that have a backbone to support their body. Kids will learn all about different branches of the tree of life and how they connect to all the other life on the planet. Campers will explore the Museum’s specimens and surrounding habitats to learn more about the wonderful world of wildlife. \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering 3rd through 4th grade (ages 8-9) \nPrice: $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \nREGISTER HERE\n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/vivan-los-vertebrados-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260205T013619Z
CREATED:20251209T221725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T013619Z
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SUMMARY:Incredible Invertebrates Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:CAMP FULL – CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST \nDo you love flipping rocks and logs and studying our invertebrate friends? This summer\, young naturalists join us on a journey to investigate the animals of Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay that do not have a backbone\, ranging from tiny creatures to some of the biggest in the world! Campers spend the week exploring nearby beach\, creek\, and garden habitats\, and learning about the wide world of invertebrates around us. \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering K through 2nd grade (ages 5-7) \nPrice: $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/incredible-invertebrates-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260107T175731Z
CREATED:20251209T222100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T175731Z
UID:10000325-1783296000-1783727999@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Biomimicry Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Biomimicry is an engineering concept that uses ideas from nature to create sustainable solutions. We invite kids to spend the week exploring and drawing inspiration from nature to solve design challenges and engineer their own solutions to help humans live more sustainably on Earth. The week leads up to completing an engineering project and an Open House to showcase all the interesting discoveries made at camp. \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering 5th through 6th grade (ages 10-11) \nPrice: $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/biomimicry-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260625T203343Z
CREATED:20251209T221517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T203343Z
UID:10000317-1783296000-1783727999@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Wild World of Santa Cruz Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever noticed how places in nature around Santa Cruz are different from each other? In this camp\, young adventurers can join us on a journey to study the many incredible and interesting habitats you can find here. Campers will become more observant of the connections in nature around them and deepen their appreciation for the natural world. \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering K through 2nd grade (ages 5-7) \nPrice: $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/wild-world-of-santa-cruz-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTSTAMP:20260331T213302Z
CREATED:20251209T221959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T213302Z
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SUMMARY:Surviving Santa Cruz Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:CAMP FULL – CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST \nHave you ever wondered what it takes to be able to live here in Santa Cruz? This summer\, young adventurers can join us as we investigate the plants and animals that call Santa Cruz home and learn how they manage to survive and thrive here. Campers will go on walking field trips to explore nearby habitats\, build crafts\, play games\, and make new friends. \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering 3rd through 4th grade (ages 8-9) \nPrice: $320 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/surviving-santa-cruz-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTSTAMP:20260205T013821Z
CREATED:20251209T221446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T013821Z
UID:10000316-1782691200-1783036799@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Can You Dig It? Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:CAMP FULL – CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST \nAre you a fossil forager\, a dinosaur discoverer\, or a rock wrangler? Join the Museum as we unearth the fossils\, rocks\, and ancient history of Santa Cruz by exploring the many surprising things you can learn from digging into the ground. Campers entering K-2nd grade will build friendships while investigating artifacts\, studying fossils\, playing games\, and building awesome crafts!   \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering K through 2nd grade (ages 5-7) \nPrice: $320 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/can-you-dig-it-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260129T182124Z
CREATED:20251209T221922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T182124Z
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SUMMARY:Magnificent Museum Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about curating? Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History this summer to learn about the natural world by studying museum specimens\, exploring outdoors\, and building a museum collection of your own. Campers will build friendships while investigating nature\, playing games\, and creating awesome crafts! \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering 3rd through 4th grade (ages 8-9) \nPrice: $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \nREGISTER HERE\n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/magnificent-museum-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260205T013853Z
CREATED:20251209T221357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T013853Z
UID:10000315-1782086400-1782518399@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Santa Cruz Safari Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:CAMP FULL – CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST \nCalling young explorers and scientists curious about nature! This summer\, young naturalists join us on a journey to investigate the wildlife of the Santa Cruz Mountains and Coast. Campers spend the week exploring nearby beach\, creek\, and garden habitats\, and learning about the wild world of animals around us. \nTimes: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering K through 2nd grade (ages 5-7) \nPrice: $320 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) \n\nScholarship applications open January 1-15\, 2026 \nMember registration opens January 30\, 2026\, and opens January 31\, 2026\, for the public \nMuseum Members get early access to camp registration\, discounts\, and more! Learn More
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/santa-cruz-safari-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTSTAMP:20260513T201058Z
CREATED:20260311T183845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T201058Z
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SUMMARY:Watsonville Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a journey to explore the connections between art and nature as we investigate curiosities in the natural world. Campers will create artwork\, make scientific discoveries\, play games\, and create lifelong memories and friendships. Daily lunch and snacks provided. Please note: this camp is intended for Watsonville residents only. \nDates: June 15-18 \nTimes: Drop-off 9:00-9:30 a.m.  |  Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. \nGrades: Entering K through 6th grade (ages 5-11) \nFree Summer Camp!  \nContact us at (831) 420-6115   |  camp@santacruzmuseum.org \n____________________________________________ \nAcompáñanos en un viaje para explorar las conexiones entre el arte y la naturaleza mientras investigamos curiosidades en el mundo natural. Los participantes del campamento crearán obras de arte\, harán descubrimientos científicos\, jugarán juegos y crearán recuerdos y amistades para toda la vida. Se proporcionan almuerzo y refrigerios. Nota: este campamento está destinado exclusivamente a los residentes de Watsonville. \nFechas: 15 al 18 de junio \nHorarios: Llegada: 9:00-9:30 a. m. | Salida: 3:00-3:30 p. m. \nGrados: Estudiantes que ingresan a Kínder hasta 6.º grado (de 5 a 11 años) \n¡Campamento de verano gratis! | REGÍSTRESE AQUÍ \nLlámenos al (831) 420-6115   |  camp@santacruzmuseum.org \n  \n______________________________________________________________________________ \nThese programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/watsonville-summer-camp/
LOCATION:Franich Park\, 795 Vista Montana Drive\, Watsonville\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp,Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTSTAMP:20260318T211756Z
CREATED:20251124T232221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T211756Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Detectives Spring Camp
DESCRIPTION:CAMP FULL – CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST \nAre you a super sleuth when it comes to nature? Campers ages 5-7 are invited to join a week of hands-on investigation\, creative challenges\, and outdoor discovery during the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History’s Spring Break Day-camp for nature detectives! \nDuring spring break 2026\, campers will join us to gather clues from the local environment to piece together their own scientific hypotheses and conclusions\, all while playing games\, making crafts\, and learning about the natural world. \n  \n🌱 $400 per Camper \nCampers must be ages 5-7 / Grades K-2 \nFamily Members receive a 20% discount. Registration of siblings receives $20 discount. \n📍 Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History \n1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95062 \n🕒 Monday\, 4/6/2026 – Friday 4/10/2026 \nDrop-Off between 8:30 – 9:00 AM \nPick-Up between 3:00 – 3:30 PM
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/nature-detectives-spring-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260105T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260106T150000
DTSTAMP:20251103T185634Z
CREATED:20251002T191444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T185634Z
UID:10000282-1767603600-1767711600@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wonders Camp
DESCRIPTION:Winter can be a wild time!\nJoin the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History this winter break to learn about the seasons\, the weather\, and how plants and animals adapt to survive the wintertime. Explore nature\, make art\, and play with new friends while learning about local natural history. For K-2nd Graders (5-7 Years Old) \nREGISTER\nThis is a 2 day Camp\, pro-rated to $160 \n\n—\nLimited Scholarships Available \nWe believe that every young explorer should have the opportunity to connect with nature. To help make Winter Camp accessible\, we offer a limited number of scholarships for families who may need financial assistance. If cost is a barrier\, we encourage you to apply! \nSCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION\nOur goal is to ensure that curiosity and passion for the natural world are never out of reach. \nPlease contact camp@santacruzmuseum.org with any questions.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/winter-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250728T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250801T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T184941Z
CREATED:20250410T025000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T184941Z
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SUMMARY:Camp: Experiments in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Are you a future scientist? We invite kids to join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for Experiments in Nature camp to perform experiments and studies in the fields of biology\, chemistry\, physics\, ocean studies\, and climate science. Explore nature while learning more about how scientists study the natural world that surrounds us. \nREGISTER\nFor entering 5th-6th grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/experiments-in-nature-full/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250728T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250801T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T185002Z
CREATED:20250410T021948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T185002Z
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SUMMARY:Camp: Bodacious Botany
DESCRIPTION:Are you a green thumb or a budding botanist? Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for Bodacious Botany camp this summer to learn about the natural world by studying plants\, trees\, and much more. Campers will build friendships while investigating nature\, playing games\, and creating awesome crafts! \nREGISTER\nFor entering 3rd-4th grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/bodacious-botany/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250721T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250725T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T185026Z
CREATED:20250410T020718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T185026Z
UID:10000119-1753088400-1753455600@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Camp: Art and Science in Nature (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Calling budding artists and scientists curious about nature! Join us on a journey to investigate symmetries\, patterns\, and curiosities in the natural world. Spend the week exploring nearby beach\, creek\, and garden habitats\, and making all sorts of art inspired by what we discover. Observe\, explore\, and appreciate the wonders of the natural world here in our backyard as well as in the Museum’s collection. \nCAMP FULL \nJOIN THE WAITLIST \nFor entering 3rd-4th grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/art-and-science-in-nature/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250721T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250725T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T185047Z
CREATED:20250410T013613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T185047Z
UID:10000116-1753088400-1753455600@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Camp: Incredible Invertebrates (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Do you love flipping rocks and logs and studying our invertebrate friends? This summer\, young naturalists join us on a journey to investigate the animals of Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay that do not have a backbone\, ranging from tiny creatures to some of the biggest in the world! Campers spend the week exploring nearby beach\, creek\, and garden habitats\, and learning about the wide world of invertebrates around us. \nCAMP FULL \nJOIN THE WAITLIST \nFor entering K-2nd grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/incredible-invertebrates-full/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250714T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250718T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T185112Z
CREATED:20250410T024650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T185112Z
UID:10000122-1752483600-1752850800@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Camp: Art & Science in Nature II
DESCRIPTION:Calling young artists and scientists curious about nature! This summer\, young explorers can join us on a journey to investigate symmetries\, patterns\, and curiosities in the natural world. Spend the week exploring nearby beach\, creek\, and garden habitats\, and making all sorts of art inspired by what we discover. \nREGISTER\nFor entering K-2nd grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/elements-of-nature/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250714T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250718T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T185135Z
CREATED:20250410T012350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T185135Z
UID:10000115-1752483600-1752850800@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Camp: Art & Science in Nature (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Calling young artists and scientists curious about nature! This summer\, young explorers can join us on a journey to investigate symmetries\, patterns\, and curiosities in the natural world. Spend the week exploring nearby beach\, creek\, and garden habitats\, and making all sorts of art inspired by what we discover. \nCAMP FULL \nJOIN THE WAITLIST \nFor entering K-2nd grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/art-and-science-in-nature-full/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250707T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250711T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T185224Z
CREATED:20250410T023056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T185224Z
UID:10000121-1751878800-1752246000@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Camp: Biomimicry
DESCRIPTION:Biomimicry is an engineering concept that uses ideas from nature to create sustainable solutions. We invite kids to spend the week exploring and drawing inspiration from nature to solve design challenges and engineer their own solutions to help humans live more sustainably on Earth. The week leads up to completing an engineering project and an Open House to showcase all the interesting discoveries made at camp. \nREGISTER\nFor entering 5th-6th grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/biomimicry/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250707T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250711T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T185255Z
CREATED:20250410T011331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T185255Z
UID:10000114-1751878800-1752246000@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Camp: Wild World of Santa Cruz (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever noticed how places in nature around Santa Cruz are different from each other? In this camp young adventurers can join us on a journey to study the many incredible and interesting habitats you can find here. Campers will become more observant of the connections in nature around them and deepen their appreciation for the natural world. \nCAMP FULL \nJOIN THE WAITLIST \nFor entering K-2nd grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/wild-world-of-santa-cruz/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250630T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250703T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T185356Z
CREATED:20250410T020225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T185356Z
UID:10000118-1751274000-1751554800@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Camp: Surviving Santa Cruz (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what it takes to be able to live here in Santa Cruz? This summer\, young adventurers can join us as we investigate the plants and animals that call Santa Cruz home and learn how they manage to survive and thrive here. Campers will go on walking field trips to explore nearby habitats\, build crafts\, play games\, and make new friends. \n*NO CAMP JULY 4\, PRORATED COST $308 \nCAMP FULL \nJOIN THE WAITLIST \nFor entering 3rd-4th grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/surviving-santa-cruz-full/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250630T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250703T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T184906Z
CREATED:20250410T010828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T184906Z
UID:10000113-1751272200-1751554800@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Camp: Can You Dig It? (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a fossil forager\, a dinosaur discoverer\, or a rock wrangler? Join the Museum as we unearth the fossils\, rocks\, and ancient history of Santa Cruz by exploring the many surprising things you can learn from digging into the ground. Campers entering K-2nd grade will build friendships while investigating artifacts\, studying fossils\, playing games\, and building awesome crafts. \n*NO CAMP JULY 4\, PRORATED COST $308 \nCAMP FULL \nJOIN THE WAITLIST \nFor entering K-2nd grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/can-you-dig-it/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250623T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250627T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T184833Z
CREATED:20250410T014032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T184833Z
UID:10000117-1750669200-1751036400@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Camp: Magnificent Museum (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about curating? Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History this summer to learn about the natural world by studying museum specimens\, exploring outdoors\, and building a museum collection of your own. Campers will build friendships while investigating nature\, playing games\, and creating awesome crafts! \nCAMP FULL \nJOIN THE WAITLIST \nFor students entering 3rd-4th grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/magnificent-museum/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T184801Z
CREATED:20250205T025438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T184801Z
UID:10000047-1750669200-1751036400@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Camp: Santa Cruz Safari (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Calling young explorers and scientists curious about nature! This summer\, young naturalists join us on a journey to investigate the wildlife of the Santa Cruz Mountains and Coast. Campers spend the week exploring nearby beach\, creek\, and garden habitats\, and learning about the wild world of animals around us. \nCAMP FULL \nJOIN THE WAITLIST \nFor entering K-2nd grade
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/santa-cruz-safari/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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