Youth Camps
We’re gearing up for the 2023 season of camps! Get all the details about Spring Break Camp and Summer Camps below. Spring Break Camp registration opens on March 7. Summer Camp registration opens on March 21.
Spring Break Camp
In partnership with the Moab Valley Multicultural Center we offer a full day (9:00am-3:00pm) Spring Break Camp during the vacation week for 1st-6th graders. Each day throughout the week campers participate in a variety of activities that correlate to the days’ theme.
Summer Camps
Summer Camps provide a safe, fun, and educational environment during summer vacation for youth entering 1st-6th grade or age equivalent. Campers spend the day on-site participating in activities related to each weekly theme, swimming in the creek, playing at Rotary Park, and so much more!
Fall Break Camp
Fall Break Camp is a full day (9:00am-3:00pm) camp for 1st through 6th graders during the two days of Grand County’s fall break in late October. Each day includes a variety of activities for campers to enjoy, such as cooking, crafting, and more.
Spring Break Camp Details
Spring Break Details
Spring Break Camp provides an outdoor, hands-on, and fun experience for 1st-6th graders during the vacation week. Over the week campers explore the spring garden and participate in a wide variety of activities that correlate to the daily theme. Cost for camp is $150 per camper for the whole week, which includes snacks and lunch!
If you have further questions or clarifications, please don’t hesitate to contact the Youth Programs Director, Erin Vick, by calling 435-259-BEAN or e-mailing erin.v@youthgardenproject.org, or you can check out our FAQ’s about Spring Break Camp!
Camp Schedule
Spring Break Camp will be held April 3rd – April 7th, 2023.
Drop Off and Location: 9:00am at the Youth Garden Project patio (530 S. 400 E.)
Pick Up and Location: 3:00pm at the Moab Valley Multicultural Center (156 N. 100 W.)
Register for Spring Break Camp
Registration for 2023 Spring Break Camp is now open! Get your camper(s) signed-up here: 2023 Spring Break Camp Registration! Registration forms are also available at the YGP office located at 530 S. 400 E. (right next to Grand County High School). Registration is based on a first come first served policy, capped at 16 campers, so be sure to sign-up as soon as possible. Full payment ($150 per camper) is due at the time of registration, unless you are applying for a scholarship. If you are signing up online, scroll to the bottom of the Youth Camps page and click the “Pay for Camp” button to submit your full payment through PayPal. You will receive a confirmation e-mail within 1-3 business days after successfully completing your registration.
Apply for a Scholarship
All families are encouraged to apply for a scholarship! Apply here: 2023 Spring Break Camp Scholarship Application! The Youth Programs Director will be in touch with you during the week of March 27th (or sooner!) in regards to the scholarship amount we are able to award. Paper copies are also available to fill out at the YGP office (530 S. 400 E.) – right next to Grand County High School.
Payment will be due on the first day of camp (April 3rd) for those who qualify for a scholarship.
Summer Camp Details
Summer Camp Details
Summer Camp is a full day camp that runs from 9am-4pm during nine weeks of summer vacation. Camps are one-week sessions each with a unique theme – campers can sign up for all nine weeks or pick and choose what looks most fun to them! Throughout the day, campers participate in activities related to the week’s theme, explore the garden, free play at Rotary Park, engage in teambuilding games, and so much more! Cost for camp is $175 per camper per week.
In an effort to offer programming for more kids, we are continuing our partnership with Canyonlands Field Institute (CFI). In conjunction with our regular summer camps, we will be offering an additional off-site camp, Expedition Day Camp, for youth entering 4th-6th grades or ages 9-12 during two weeks out of the summer. Cost for Expedition Day Camp is also $175 per camper per week.
We have a sliding scale rate starting at $45 per camper per week for qualifying families who apply for a scholarship.
Please don’t hesitate to contact the Youth Programs Director by e-mailing erin.v@youthgardenproject.org or calling 435-259-BEAN with further questions. If you’re unsure whether Summer Camp is right for you and your camper(s), take a look at our FAQs about YGP Summer Camp (2023).
Summer Camp Schedule
Camp Drop-Off Time and Location: 9:00am on the YGP patio
Camp Pick-Up Time and Location: 4:00pm around the Purple Chair
2023 Summer Camp Dates + Themes:
Week 1: Invention Convention! (June 5-9)
During this week, campers will engage in a variety of STEM activities! Each activity is designed to inspire curiosity, spark imagination, and develop campers’ inner innovator. Campers will solve problems and think creatively as they work together towards common goals.
Week 2: Who Dunnit!?! (June 12-16)
You’re invited to crack the codes of the garden all week long! Come along as we search for clues, solve puzzles, and complete scavenger hunts. As for what else is in store, you’ll have to wait and find out – It’s a mystery!
Week 3: Storytellers! (June 19-23)
This week, we’ll explore the craft of storytelling and how humans have used different forms of expression to share their stories for centuries! Campers should come ready to be creative, as they will have the chance to open their imagination to create their own unique stories.
Week 4: Ready, Set, GET WET! (June 26 – 30) – partnering with Canyonlands Field Institute
One of our most popular weeks of the summer is focused on one of Earth’s most precious resources – water! Throughout the week summer campers will experiment with, learn about, and of course play with all things H20. There’s no better way to appreciate the excitement of water than being on it, so we’re going on the Colorado River with OARS on Thursday, June 29th!
NO SUMMER CAMP: July 3-7
Week 5: YGP on Broadway! (July 10-14)
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! YGP is putting on another fantastic theatrical performance! Join us for this unique week of set-making, costumes, acting, and a final performance for the Moab community at Historic Star Hall.
Week 6: Galaxies Far Far Away! (July 17-21)
Join us for an adventurous journey through space! Throughout the week, campers will learn about galaxies, the ways of the Force, and how to calm their mind and trust their instincts. All these skills will be vital to help save our home galaxy!
Week 7: Animal Planet! (July 24-28) – partnering with Canyonlands Field Institute
Calling all animal lovers! Join us as we explore creatures in the garden and beyond. We’ll learn about all things animals with hands-on exploration and some special guests. Don’t miss out on this fun filled animal adventure!
Week 8: Food Frenzy! (July 31- August 4)
Let’s get cooking in the garden! Become the skilled chef you’ve always dreamed of being. Summer campers will discover the delicious bounty the garden has to offer as they prepare garden fresh snacks and bake tasty treats.
Week 9: Color Wars! (August 7-11)
Color Wars is coming to YGP for an INCREDIBLE week of comradery and competition! Campers will be split into teams, given a color, and go head to head in a series of friendly games and competitions. From wacky games to serious athletics, Color Wars gives campers of every ability the chance to shine as they support their teams and the spirit of sportsmanship.
Register for Summer Camp(s)
Registration for 2023 Summer Camps is now open!
Registration is based on a first come first served policy, so be sure to sign-up as soon as possible. Sign-up here: 2023 Summer Camp Registration. Registration forms are also available at the YGP office located at 530 S. 400 E. (right next to Grand County High School).
REGISTRO DE CAMPAMENTO 2023 (en español)
NOTE: A $45 good faith deposit per child per session is due at the time of registration to hold your space. If you are signing up online, scroll to the bottom of the Youth Camps page and click the orange “Pay for Camp” button to submit your deposits and/or full payment through PayPal.
Cancellation Policy:
The deposit is only refundable if you cancel 30 days prior to the camp start date or if we are able to fill your campers spot. If you decide to pay in full – a refund will only be possible if we fill your campers spot.
Apply for a Scholarship
Fill out the application for a 2023 scholarship: here! The Youth Programs Director will be in touch with you during the week of May 22nd (or sooner depending on how quickly we fill up) in regards to the scholarship amount we are able to award. Paper copies are also available to fill out at the YGP office (530 S. 400 E. right next to Grand County High School).
NOTE: A $45 good faith deposit per child per session is due at the time of registration to hold your space, even if you are applying for a scholarship. If you are signing up online, scroll to the bottom of the Youth Camps page and click the orange “Pay for Camp” button to submit your deposits and/or full payment through PayPal.
SOLICITÚD DE BECA PARA EL CAMPAMENTO DE VERANO 2023 (en español)
Fall Break Camp Details
Fall Break Details
Fall Break Camp provides an outdoor, fun experience for 1st-6th graders during the Fall Break. In those two days, campers harvest and prep food in the fall garden, engage in other hands-on activities, and walk to Rotary Park for some free play. Cost for camp is $60 per camper, which includes snacks and lunch!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the Youth Programs Director by calling 435-259-BEAN or emailing erin.v@youthgardenproject.org. You can also check out the FAQ’s about Fall Break Camp!
Camp Schedule
Stay tuned for more information about Fall Break Camp 2023!
Register for Fall Break Camp
Registration is on a first come first served basis, capped at 16 campers, so be sure to sign up as soon as possible when registration opens. Full payment ($60/camper) is due at the time of registration, unless you are applying for a scholarship. If you are signing up online, scroll to the bottom of the Youth Camps page and click the “Pay for Camp” button to submit your full payment through PayPal. You will receive a confirmation email within 1-3 business days after successfully completing your registration.
Apply for a Scholarship
All families are encouraged to apply for a scholarship! Scholarship applications will be available online the same day registration opens. Paper copies will also be available to fill out at the YGP office (530 S. 400 E.). More details to come.
Youth Camp Payment
If you are paying for the $45 good faith deposit per child per session, enter the total deposit amount owed, thus leaving the quantity at 1.
For questions or clarifications about any of our youth programming, please email us at info@youthgardenproject.org or call 435-259-BEAN!