Quaker Center Camp is amazing.
There is nothing like summer camp at Quaker Center - an unforgettable experience of friendship, service, art and fun in the redwoods. Campers are also introduced to Quaker practices such as collective silence and group decision-making.
Our small camp is under the care of Friends (Quakers) and takes place in a Friendly setting of peace, inclusivity and mutual respect. However, campers do not have to be Quaker to attend. Everyone is welcome at Quaker Center camp!
Our camps are divided into two sessions:
The first session, for rising 5th to 7th graders, includes many of the most well-loved elements of QC camp: art projects, a service project, visits to a river and a swimming pool, and a wonderful day and sunset at the beach. Back at Quaker Center, campers will enjoy lots of games, hiking (including a silent night-hike to the labyrinth), campfires and the famous QC camp dance party.
The second session, for older teens rising 8th to 10th graders, includes traditional QC Camp pieces (you’re never too old for hiking, beach sunsets and campfire songs). Campers will travel together to social justice organizations in our area and get a chance to learn about them and participate in their work.
For decades, Quaker Center has offered unique overnight summer camp experience for children and young people. Coming to Quaker Center Camp is an unforgettable experience of friendship, service, art and fun in the redwoods. Campers are also introduced to Quaker practices such as collective silence and group decision-making.
Quaker Center Camps are a collaboration between the Ben Lomond Quaker Center and the Youth Programs of Pacific Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).
While this special camp is under the care of Friends (Quakers) and takes place in a Friendly setting of peace, inclusivity, service and mutual respect, campers do not have to be Quaker to participate. Everyone is welcome at Quaker Center camp!
2026 Quaker Center Camp dates
Session 1: June 14-20, 2026 – for rising 5th to 7th graders
Session 2: June 21-28, 2026 – for rising 8th to 10th graders
Times for Both Camps: 3-4:30pm camper drop-off time and a 10:30pm-12am pick-up
Contact us with any questions: https://quakercenter.org/camp/ ~ (831) 336-8333 ~ mail@quakercenter.org
Redwood Music Camp
- Workshops for players of fiddle, guitar, harp, Irish flute, penny whistle, concertina, Irish tenor banjo, dulcimer, and mandolin, and for singers
- Introductory classes for harp, mountain dulcimer, bodhran, and bones (instruments provided)
- Lecture/demo classes on Scottish fiddle masters, Celtic rhythm and accents, and music theory demystified
- Facilitated sessions (slow and fast) at the end of each day
- Lunch included and provided onsite
- Located on the beautiful and shady Monte Vista Christian School campus in Corralitos, California
- Teen Program coordinator will be onsite for participants age 12–19
The Santa Cruz Art League is a vibrant, multi-disciplinary art center located close to downtown Santa Cruz.
With over 30,000 visitors a year, we present 12-15 exhibitions annually in a variety of media and themes. We offer art classes for any skill level 7 days a week. In Art League’s lobby we have a gift shop that features the work of local artists. Visual and performing arts programs take place in our gallery and in the Broadway Play House, our 62-seat black box theater, which also features a thriving youth theatre school led by WEST Performing Arts.
https://scal.org, 831-426-5787, 526 Broadway, Santa Cruz
we are a 501c3 nonprofit supporting visual and performing artists in Santa Cruz County.
Our official academy The Studio, School of Classical Ballet offers classes for everyone: ages 4 through Adult. Dancers thrive at The Studio with our focus on strong technique, performance opportunities, and dancer goals. Nurture your child's creativity through dance to develop their love of movement, music, ballet technique, and artistry. Our structured programs build confidence, strength, stamina, grace, coordination, artistry and camaraderie.
2022-2023 registration is now open!
http://www.scbt.org/ | sandy@scbt.org | (831) 477-1606
𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧:
The Nutcracker with live orchestra @santacruzcivic , downtown Santa Cruz
In Concert program which includes 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑱𝒖𝒏𝒈𝒍𝒆 𝑩𝒐𝒐𝒌.
Emerging Choreographers Showcase
Summer 2022 Youth Art Classes
Summer is a special time of possibilities. And here at the Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, we have a long tradition of offering creative opportunities to local youngsters. This year is no exception. Our Summer 2022 Youth Art Classes are super flexible, with a range of classes offered for different age groups. Here's a list of some of the fun we've planned. Be sure to book one or more for the young artists in your life because they're filling fast!
Hybrid Animal Drawing & Creature Design
June 20-24, Mon-Fri, 10am-12pm, for Ages 8-13
Comics and Character Design
July 5-8, Tue-Fri, 10am-12pm, for Ages 8-12
Native Animal Drawing
July 18-22, Mon-Fri, 10am-12pm, for Ages 7-12
Comics & Character Design
July 18-22, Mon-Fri, 12:30-2:30pm, for Ages 13-18
Hybrid Animal Drawing
July 25-28, Mon-Fri, 10am-12pm, for Ages 7-12
Creature Design
July 25-28, Mon-Fri, 12:30-2:30pm, for Ages 13-18
Recycled Art
August 1-4, Mon-Thu, 9am-12pm, for Ages 7-12
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Santa Cruz SPCA Camps
This year’s camp will focus on sharing our world with animals, both domesticated and wild, to where “Save the Earth” is not just about the people but the plants and animals as well. Students will learn how even the smallest things they do can affect the lives of animals for the better. We will encourage a greater respect and understanding for how hard animals work to be successful in their environments even as we continue to change what those environments look like.
For our teen camp only, we will not only be talking about sharing our world, but we will also be taking a deep dive into how a shelter operates and get some hands-on experience trying on different shelter roles.
Each week of Camp runs from 9am to 3pm every day and total cost is $390. We are currently unable to offer scholarships but are working toward this for future camps!
When signing up your students:
- Please only sign up for only one week of camp! Our camps are somewhat repetitive and are meant for one-week registration only!
- Also, please make sure that you are signing up students in the right week for their age group. Anyone joining an alternate week than their age allows must receive approval from our Humane Education Coordinator, 831-566-3753.
Sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay, the SCYC Junior Summer Program invites kids to discover the excitement of life on the water. Campers learn the fundamentals of sailing while building confidence, independence, and teamwork in a fun, supportive environment.
Beyond sailing, our program brings science to life through hands-on STEM activities inspired by the US Sailing REACH curriculum. Kids explore the “how” and “why” behind sailing—experimenting with wind, water, buoyancy, and weather—so even no-wind or rainy days are filled with discovery and excitement.
Each session blends on-the-water adventure with engaging off-the-water learning, games, and collaboration, creating a well-rounded experience that sparks curiosity and builds lasting friendships. Join us for an unforgettable summer of sailing, exploration, and fun!
https://www.scycjuniors.org ~ 831-295-3893 ~ juniordirector@scyc.org ~ 244 4th Ave, Santa Cruz
Summer Camps and Youth Sailing Lessons
One week camps are M-F, June 1-July 31 except as noted, 9am-12:30pm or 1:30-5pm. Fees are $380 + 2026 Junior Membership $75*
Learn to Sail Small Boat Camp (8-12 year old), Beginner, M-F, 9am - 12:30pm
This is an engaging, fun camp that introduces the fundamentals of sailing. Participants will spend time both on land and on the water, learning about wind awareness, parts of the boat, knots, and core sailing skills. No prior experience is required, sailors must be comfortable being in the water while wearing a life jacket.
Intermediate Small Boat (8 - 14 year old), Intermediate, M-F, 1:30-5pm
This is an in-depth camp for sailors who have completed Learn to Sail Small Boat or an equivalent program and are looking to refine their racing skills in a single-handed boat. Participants will focus on sail trim and be introduced to proper rigging, technical boat setup, and race tactics, both on land and on the water. Participants should have completed one or two Learn to Sail classes, or have equivalent skills. Please contact our Junior Sailing Director, Andreas, at juniordirector@scyc.org if you have any questions about experience level.
Please visit https://www.scycjuniors.org/summer_sailing_program for information about intermediate and advanced classes.
Summer Camp for the Whole Family
Skylake's family camp is a no-hassle, fun family "glamping" experience! Skylake provides each family its own rustic but comfortable bunk house, fabulous buffet style meals, a gorgeous private dock on Bass Lake, and plenty of activities to keep the whole family busy. The large dining hall, lakeside porch, and recreation room provide the social center for family camp. All paying guests receive a free horseback ride. Leave the cooking, activity planning and housing up to us...come and enjoy an easy family vacation that you and your family will never forget.
2022 Family Camp Schedule:
Weekend A (Memorial Day Weekend): Friday May 27 - Monday May 30
Weekend B: Thursday June 2 - Sunday June 5
Weekend D: Thursday August 25 - Sunday August 28
Weekend E: (Labor Day Weekend): Friday September 2 - Monday September 5
Wildflower Adventure Camps are joyful, play-based experiences where children explore the world through curiosity, imagination, and freedom to follow what excites them most.
Each day brings a new outdoor location somewhere around the county: from forests and fields to beaches and hidden nature gems — giving children endless opportunities to discover, create, and connect with the natural world.
Our days are guided by the kids themselves, with caring facilitators supporting their ideas, questions, and spontaneous adventures.
Whether they’re building forts, observing wildlife, inventing games, or simply wandering and wondering, every moment is rooted in exploration, friendship, and the magic of childhood.
Dates: Every week June 1- August 28
Days: M-F or choose individual days
Hours: 10-3
Ages 3.5-10
Adventure Summer Camps will normally be at these locations: Monday: Seabright Beach and Park
Tuesdays: UCSC arboretum
Weds: Fredrick St. Park
Thursdays: De La Veaga Park
Fridays: Wilder Ranch
https://sites.google.com/view/wildflowerlearningcircle/home ~ odetoheather@gmail.com ~ 707-477-8663
