2020 Family Favorites: Camps & Lessons

Any kid in Colorado can find a group or space where they feel inspired to grow and follow their passions. From academic enrichment programs to fun physical feats, check out these exceptional camps and lessons.

By Anna Sutterer

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2020 Virtual Summer Camps for Colorado Kids

By Christina Cook

Great Colorado Camps for Kids with Special Needs

By Courtney Drake-McDonough

Summer Camp Planner

By Colorado Parent Staff

Is Your Child Ready For Camp?

By Heather Mundt

Summer Camp Essentials

Send kids off to camp prepared to tackle the day with these five must-haves.

By Christina Cook

5 Camps to Get Kids on the Water

Give your kids Colorado-style water adventures at these camps and classes.

By Lucy Beaugard

Cashing in on Summer Camp

How to make sure you’re getting your money’s worth when it comes to summertime experiences.

By Kristi Hemingway

Is My Child Ready for Overnight Camp?

Before you send your child off to sleepaway camp, read this expert advice.

By Courtney Drake-McDonough

Camp Scholarships for Students

The John Austin Cheley Foundation works to remove financial barriers in order to make summer camp possible for more kids.

By Lydia Rueger

2018 Family Favorites: Classes and Lessons

Extracurricular activities enrich a child’s life by allowing them to pursue their unique interests. From art to technology, these standout programs help nurture the whole child.

By Courtney Drake-McDonough

The Benefits of Horse Camp

Whether it’s your child’s first time in the saddle or you have an equine-obsessed kid, Colorado horse camps teach a whole lot more than riding skills.

By Jamie Siebrase

30 Life Skills Kids Build at Camp

While away from home at camp, children have the ability to grow in many ways.

By Christina Katz

Is Your Child Ready for Overnight Camp?

Strategies to ease the transition for hesitant young campers (and parents).

By Lucy Beaugard

6 Reasons To Try Camp This Summer

Plus learn how parents benefit, too!

By Jamie Siebrase

Tips for Choosing Kids’ Camps

Expert advice for matching your child to the right summer camp experiences.

By Kristi Hemingway

Creative Classes and Camps Offer Lifelong Benefits

Enrichment activities in the arts build creative skills for all types of kids.

By Kristi Hemingway

Making Summer Camp Memories

Roundup River Ranch provides summer camp experiences for kids with severe illnesses and special medical needs.

By Lydia Rueger

Your Guide to Enrolling Kids in Summer Camp

What you need to know to get the camps your kid wants without going crazy or broke.

By Laura Falin

Build a Garden Tepee

These garden tepees may look rather professional, but they were put together very quickly, from a few garden stakes and some old sheets and pieces of fabric.

By Fiona Danks

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