SUMMER PROGRAMS

Ventura Wild Summer 2024 Programs

Summer Registration OPENS Thursday, March 14th!

Registration opens Thursday, March 14th at 9:00 AM. Continue scrolling for registration info and program descriptions.

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Summer Season

Throughout the Summer Season, from June to August, Ventura Wild provides week-long summer camps and overnight trips. Children are fully immersed in nature to discover a world that provides joy, mystery and connection. 

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How to register (Summer Session):

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  1. Registration OPENS Thursday, March 14th @ 9:00 AM. Registration CLOSES Sunday, March 17th @ 9:00 PM.

  2. When registration opens, you will complete our Sign-Up Form, where you will indicate your choice of summer camp(s)

  3. After registration closes, we will place participants and send an email to complete your registration on Monday, March 18th by 5PM.

June 10th – June 14th
Tadpoles & Bumblebees


Age: 3-5 yrs | Drop Off

Day: Monday – Friday
Time: 9:00 – 1:00 PM
Max Group Size: 12 participants Price: $375

June 17th – June 21st
Nature & Art


Age: 5-8 yrs | Drop Off

Day: Monday – Friday
Time: 9:00 – 2:00 PM
Max Group Size: 12 participants Price: $475

June 17th – June 21st
Bears & Cubs


Age: 4-6 yrs | Parent/Guardian + Child

Day: Monday – Friday
Time: 9:00 – 1:00 PM
Max Group Size: 10 participants Price: $350

June 17th – June 21st
Sol y Luna


Age: 7-10 yrs | Drop Off | Bilingual

Day: Monday - Friday
Time: 10:00 – 12:00 PM
Max Group Size: 12 participants Price: $550

June 24th – June 28th Hawks & Herons


Age: 10-12 yrs | Drop Off

Day: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00 - 3:00 PM
Max Group Size: 12 participants Price: $550

June 24th – June 28th
Bobcats & Butterflies

Age: 6-8 yrs | Drop Off

Day: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00 – 2:00 PM
Max Group Size: 12 participants Price: $450


July 8th – July 12th Dandelions & Dragons


Age: 4-6 yrs | Drop Off

Day: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00 - 1:00 PM
Max Group Size: 12 participants Price: $375

July 15th – July 19th
Sea & Stone


Age 7-9 yrs | Drop Off

Day: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00 – 2:00 PM
Max Group Size: 12 participants Price: $450

July 22nd – July 26th Tides & Trails


Age: 6-8 yrs | Drop Off

Day: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00 – 2:00 PM
Max Group Size: 12 participants Price: $450

July 8th – July 12th Lizards & Ladybugs


Age: 7-9 yrs | Drop Off

Day: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00 – 2:00 PM
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Price: $450

July 29th – August 2nd
Nature & Art


Age: 8-10 yrs | Drop Off

Day: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00 – 2:00 PM
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Price: 475

August 5th – August 9th
Shared Roots (Overnight Camp)


Age 11-13 yrs | Overnight Camp

Day: Monday - Friday
Time: See Program Description for Details
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Price: $1,250 (payment plans available)

August 12th – August 16th
Tadpoles & Bumblebees


Age: 3-5 yrs | Drop Off

Day: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00 – 1:00 PM
Max Group Size: 12 participants
Price: $375

Summer 2024 Session
Paid Internship


Age 16+ yrs

In partnership with the Green Valley Project, Ventura Wild is excited to offer four paid internship positions for the Summer 2024 Season. This partnership provides a unique opportunity for individuals interested in gaining practical experience in outdoor education.

Ventura Wild would love to hear from you

Email: venturawild@venturalandtrust.org

Phone: 805-643-8044 x 4

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1284, Ventura, CA 93002

What Do Children Get From The Program


“Time in the outdoors, time with new friends his own age”

Age 2.5, Big Bear Little Bear


“Connection to nature and other children and hopefully the ability to make wise choices when out in the wilderness.”

Age 12, Intermediate Skills


“A love for nature, a quiet, beautiful space for reflection, independence, knowledge and skills of the outdoors, strength and agility.”

Age 9, Heron Homeschool

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