camps & activities

The Alaska Club
5201 E Tudor Rd.
Anchorage, AK 99507
(907) 365-7393
thealaskaclub.com/camps

Locations:
EAST ANCHORAGE: 5201 E Tudor Rd., Anchorage
SOUTH ANCHORAGE: 10931 O’Malley Centre Dr., Anchorage
EAGLE RIVER: 12001 Business Blvd., Eagle River
FAIRBANKS: 747 Old Richardson Hwy., Fairbanks

The Alaska Club offers seasonal camps at our Anchorage East, South, Eagle River, and Fairbanks South locations. Whether it’s Spring Break, Summer Fun Camp, or Winter Camp, your little ones will explore, play, and grow in a safe and healthy environment. The Alaska Club Camps aim to keep campers active and having fun! Every day features a variety of hands-on, age-appropriate activities where everyone can experience sports, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, and daily swimming. For more information, visit our website or call (907) 365-7393.

Cost:
Single Day: $65 members / $75 nonmembers
Full Week: $250 members / $275 nonmembers

Dates:
Spring Break Camp: March 11-15
Summer Fun Camp: May 28-Aug. 9
Winter Break Camp: Dec. 23-27 (No aftercare Dec. 24, no camp Dec. 25) & Dec. 30-Jan. 3 (No aftercare Dec. 31, no camp Jan. 1)

Ages: 5-12

Alaska SeaLife Center
PO Box 1329
301 Railway Ave. 
Seward, AK 99664
(907) 224-6335
alaskasealife.org 

Ocean Explorers Day Camp  

Dive into Alaska’s marine ecosystems, discover marine animals, and build a connection to nature. Learn how you can make a difference by becoming a SeaLife Conservation Agent. Each day kids will engage in hands-on games and activities, explore the amazing views and wildlife within Resurrection Bay, have a snack, and tour the Alaska SeaLife Center. It is a unique opportunity to learn about the wonders of Alaska in a socially interactive environment. Each day has a theme: animal metamorphosis, tide pool animals, whales, octopuses, otters, seals, sea lions, puffins, and other seabirds.

Cost: $75 + tax
Dates: June 3-Aug 6
Ages: 8-12

Alaska Theatre of Youth
(907) 338-4901
alaskatheatreofyouth.org/summer-conservatory

Locations:
4105 Turnagain Blvd., Anchorage, AK 99517
UAA Fine Arts Building, 3700 Alumni Dr., Anchorage, AK 99508

ATY Summer Conservatory
ATY presents its 2024 Summer Conservatory camps! Music Theatre, Acting, Triple Threat and Fairytale camps for youth ages 4-18 run all summer in 2024. With 6 different camps to choose from, there is something for everyone, whether they love singing, acting, dancing or all three. Get those imagination juices flowing this summer and get on stage with ATY!

Cost: $250-$1200
Dates: May 28-Aug. 9
Ages: 4-18

Anchorage Museum
625 C St.
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 929-9227
anchoragemuseum.org

Anchorage Museum summer workshops are designed to foster imagination and experimentation in art, science and technology. Examine what it means to live in and experience the Circumpolar North. For more details, visit anchoragemuseum.org/summer.

Cost, Dates & Ages: See website for more info.

Aurora Kids Gymnastics
1120 Huffman Rd., #8
Anchorage, AK 99515
(907) 345-0093
aurorakidsak.com

Themed gymnastics camps for kids 3 years and older. Curriculum-based games and activities during 3 hours of camp. Fitness and physical challenges abound. Pre-K camps (3-6 years old) offer fun and educational themes to inspire and motivate: Superheroes, Ninja Warriors, Princesses and Pirates, and more. School Age camps (6 years and older) introduce Ninja, Circus Aerial Arts, Gymnastics and Parkour Gymnastics on a rotating schedule. Gymnastics Clinics also available for all levels of skill growth.

Cost: $45 per 1/2-day camp block
Dates: Spring break; summer break; holiday break
Ages: 3+

Bayshore Early Learning Center
3131 Amber Bay Loop
Anchorage, AK 99515
(907) 522-4906
bayshorekids.com

Year-round preschool (ages 3-5) and before-after K-1 (ages 5-7) program conveniently located in beautiful Bayshore Clubhouse. Fun classrooms, plus large multi-purpose room for rainy days and several outdoor exploration and play areas including playground, natural 4-acre pond with boardwalk (great for science observations) and more! Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Call today!

Cost: $1,065 full month
Dates: May 30-Aug. 22, plus year-round for preschool and before-after K-1
Ages: 3 years through 1st grade

Camp Fire Alaska 
161 Klevin St., #100 
Anchorage AK 99508 
(907) 279-3551  
campfireak.org

Camp Fireweed
Venture Outside! Get ready to embark on an exciting week or more of summer fun right here in Anchorage on the vibrant campus of Alaska Pacific University at Camp Fire Alaska's day camp! Camp Fireweed embraces the natural beauty of the surroundings, offering campers daily opportunities to roam the enchanting forest, take a shot at target sports, or set sail in a canoe from the waterfront. In addition to a huge catalog of activities, games, optional field trips and our popular daily swim program, we structure each session to build excitement towards a grand finale.

Cost: $415/week
Dates: June 3-Aug. 9
Ages: 5-15

Camp K
Get away! Alaska’s longest-running, all-gendered overnight camp is nestled along the shores of Kenai Lake in Cooper Landing, a two-hour bus ride from Anchorage. Just a stone’s throw from main camp, and your own cabin is on a half-mile long beach with access to hiking trails, boating activities, large fields for outdoor games, an art building, as well as river rafting and horseback riding nearby. This 160-acre campus within the Chugach National Forest is “wild Alaska” with everyday opportunities to be off the grid, experience wildlife, and take in the epic beauty right outside your cabin door.

Cost: $625-3200; tiered pricing available
Dates: June 10-July 26
Ages: 6-17

Summer Adventure
Discover fun! Our most flexible and accessible licensed program runs all day (7 am-5:30 pm) at three elementary schools – South Anchorage, Downtown and in Eagle River. Your child can join us for a day, a week (most popular) or the whole summer! Each day features a variety of hands-on activities including sports, arts and crafts, cooking, science, and community involvement. Field trips, theme weeks, surprise guests and more are all included. If you want your child to get outside, learn new skills, make new friends, play hard and have quiet time, then this is the camp for you.

Cost: $375/week; accepts Child Care Assistance
Dates: June 4-July 26
Ages: 6-12

Scholarships are available for all programs. Learn more and apply on the Camp Fire Alaska website.

Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies 
708 Smokey Bay Way 
Homer, AK 99603 
(907) 235-6667  
akcoastalstudies.org

Summer nature camps for all ages! See more camps and learn more on our website.

Summer Day Camp
Spend the summer outside with our weekly day camp! This camp runs Monday-Thursday for 10 weeks over the summer starting June 10th. Sign up for a single week, a few weeks, or the whole summer! Participants will spend fun-filled days OUTDOORS with games, art, and exploring the forests of the Wynn Nature Center and the beaches of the Homer Spit. Each week has a new theme! Sign up for multiple weeks of camp and get a 10% discount for each additional week!

Cost: $300 per week of camp (discount for siblings attending)
Dates: June 10-Aug. 15
Ages: 6-9

Fins & Scales Camp
This is a new camp all about fish! Perfect for kids who want to learn about fish anatomy, investigate ocean food webs, catch fish, dissect fish, make fish art, prepare fish, and/or eat fish! Campers will spend 3 nights and 4 days at the Peterson Bay Field Station exploring all different aspects of fish. Weather permitting, campers will have a chance to kayak and the potential opportunity to dipnet at China Poot Creek. This camp is open to Alaska residents only. No prior fishing experience required! Travel funding for Kachemak Bay/Lower Cook Inlet-area youth available.

Cost: $999 per person (tiered pricing and scholarships available)
Dates: July 27-30
Ages: 10-12

Wilderness Weekend for Teens
Curious about camping? Want to learn a little about natural science or outdoor adventure? This weekend is the perfect way to spend some time in nature with a fun group of people. You'll head over to the Peterson Bay Field Station in a water taxi and spend at least one night in our heated yurts. Depending on group interest, the trip may also include a night camping in Kachemak Bay State Park, a morning kayaking in Peterson Bay, and/or a day hike in the State Park. No need to already have camping equipment--we have all sorts of outdoor gear for you to borrow! Price includes all boat transportation around Kachemak Bay, food, and lodging.

Cost:$300 per person (tiered pricing and scholarships available)
Dates: June 21-23
Ages: Ages: 16-18

The Dome
6501 ChangePoint Dr.
Anchorage, AK 99518
(907) 770-3663
thedome.us

AK Summer Camp at The Dome
This summer, join us at The Dome for an amazing summer camp run by our incredible staff! Open to children ages 6 to 12, our day camp provides a summer filled with games, creative activities and sports! Every day at The Dome’s summer camp features a wide range of group activities, focused on everything from athletic movement to creative exploration. Kids will have a terrific experience each day with opportunities to grow emotionally, mentally, and physically. Some popular activities ready for this summer are bingo, remote control cars, and laser tag! Learn more and sign up on our website at thedome.us. We hope to see you this summer!

Cost: $109/day, $319/week, $3099 Entire Summer
Dates: May 28-Aug. 9, Mon.-Fri.
Ages: 6-12

Faith Lutheran Church and Preschool
5200 Lake Otis Parkway
Anchorage, AK 99507
(907) 563-3499
faithalaska.com

Camp Luther
Camp Luther is an overnight Bible camp for children entering grades 3 thru 8. Activities throughout the week include archery, arts and crafts, wilderness skills, swimming in Friendship Lake, daily Bible study, and evening campfire sing-alongs. Visit our website for more information and registration: camplutherak.com.

Camp Luther will take place at:
5810 Kathi Dr.
Wasilla, AK 99623

Cost: $150 (subject to change)
Dates: July 14-19
Ages: 3rd Grade to 8th Grade

Girl Scouts of Alaska
2000 W. International Airport Rd.
Anchorage, AK 99504
(907) 248-2250
girlscoutsalaska.org

Girl Scouts of Alaska offers a variety of summer camps for all girls, grades K-12, running June-August in Southcentral, Southwest and Southeast Alaska. Learn more and register on the Girl Scouts of Alaska website.

Camp Singing Hills - Chugiak
Girl Scout Day Camp is a wonderful way for girls to experience the fun of summer camp and return home each evening! From art to water sports to environmental education, campers will try it all and have a classic and timeless Girl Scout experience. Girls build confidence and leadership skills while having fun and making new friends. Register for a one-week camp or 1-day camp experiences. Girls who attend day camps as a Program Aide develop leadership skills under the mentorship of camp staff while participating in all camp activities.
Cost: $80-$510; tiered pricing and financial assistance available
Dates: June 3-Aug. 9
Ages: K-6; program aides 7-12

Juneau Day Camp - Douglas
The Juneau Girl Scout camp program provides a variety of experiences for new and returning campers. Located at Sandy Beach in Douglas, girls will explore the local environment as well as complete activities to earn a Girl Scout badge. Girls build confidence and leadership skills while having fun and making new friends. Girls who attend day camps as a Program Aide develop leadership skills under the mentorship of camp staff while participating in all camp activities. Register for a one-week camp by grade group.
Cost: $360-$510; tiered pricing and financial assistance available
Dates:June 3-28
Ages: K-6; program aides 7-12

Camp Togowoods - Wasilla
Girls get outdoors at Camp Togowoods, an overnight camp located on more than 400 beautiful acres in Wasilla. Register for Girl Scout camp program, water programs, or wilderness programs. Enjoy arts and crafts, nature hikes, environmental education, swimming, canoeing or kayaking, outdoor cooking, and campfires. Older girls have options to design their own camp or attend as a Counselor in Training. Staying in platform tents, girls gain a sense of independence and have fun.
Cost: $425-$1175; tiered pricing and financial assistance available
Dates: June 3-Aug. 5; dates vary by program
Ages: 1-12

Community Camps: Watch the Girl Scouts of Alaska website for community camp dates in Southcentral, Southeast and Southwest Alaska.

Hilltop Ski Area
7015 Abbott Rd.
Anchorage, AK 99507
(907) 346-1446
hilltopskiarea.org

Mountain Shredder Summer Camp and Gravity Camp
Get excited for your best summer ever with Hilltop’s Mountain Shredders Mountain Bike summer camp for ages 8-14. Our week-long day camps, from June 10 – Aug. 2, offer mountain bike specific instruction mixed with summer camp activities including outdoor learning, stewardship, nature hikes, field games and arts & crafts. We also offer a Gravity Camp add on for a more extreme sports experience.

Cost: $399 per week
Dates: June 10-14; June 17-21; June 24-28; July 1-5; July 8-12; July 15-19; July 22-26; July 29-Aug. 2
Ages: 8-14

Honeybee Preschool LLC
11109 Old Seward Hwy., Ste. #4
(907) 947-1254
honeybeepreschoolak.com

If you are looking for a fun and engaging summer camp for your little one, we are offering weekly sessions this year for children 3-6 who are potty capable. Sessions are $150/week per child Tuesday-Friday, mornings, or afternoons. We are offering weekly drop-in classes for our summer session. Applications can be sent via email thehoneybeepreschool@yahoo.com. Visit our website for information.

Cost: $150/week
Dates: June 4-July 26
Ages:3-6

Junior Achievement of Alaska, Inc.
639 W. International Airport Rd., Ste. 38
Anchorage, AK 99518
(907) 344-0101
akbizkidcamp.com

JA Biz Kids Camp
Join the JA team for a summer day camp geared towards elementary and middle school students. They will learn about financial literacy, workforce readiness, and entrepreneurship, community and more, culminating with a Shark Tank-style pitch contests where they can win seed money for their business venture. The day will be a mix of outdoor play, leadership, social emotional learning, and economics.

The 2024 JA Biz Kids Camp Session 1 & 2 will take place at:
University of Alaska Anchorage
3211 Providence Dr.
Anchorage, AK 99503

Cost: $200 per camper
Dates:  Session 1: June 3-6; Session 2: June 10-13
Ages:  K-8

Onward and Upward
777 N. Crusey St., Ste. B105
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 745-6687 (ONUP)
onwardandupward.org

Attention all youth ages 12-18 in Alaska! Get ready for an adventure-packed summer that will change your life! Join our non-profit organization's evidence-based programs that promote "One Health" through outdoor education. Our experienced staff will lead you on a journey of discovery as you explore Alaska's amazing wilderness and learn about the interconnectedness of all living things. Through hands-on experiences and fun activities, you'll gain knowledge and skills that will stay with you for a lifetime. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to make new friends, learn new things, and make a difference in the world. Sign up now on our website and get ready for an unforgettable summer!

Cost: Varies, see website
Dates: Varies, see website
Ages: 12-18

RecTennis - Powered by USTA
(971) 804-4226
rectennis.com/city/anchorage

Locations: Delaney Park, West High School, South Anchorage High School, Chugiak High School, Colony High School

USTA PNW RecTennis offers affordable youth and adult tennis camps for all skill levels at local parks in Anchorage, Chugiak, and Palmer! Equipment Provided!

Cost: $42-$150
Dates: 8 weeks to choose from! Programs start June 3rd and run through Aug. 2nd.
Ages:  5 to 17

Service High Lady Cougar Volleyball Booster Club
(907) 229-7069
servicevolleyball.com

Service High School's 2024 Summer Volleyball Camp
Two sessions daily depending on your grade level. This will allow coaches to focus on individual skills and talents. For incoming 3rd-9th Graders (Beginners welcome), June 3-6, 2024 (Please note times depending on grade level)
Grades 3rd-6th: 9 am-11:30am
Grades 7th-9th: 1-3:30pm
Visit our website to register at www.servicevolleyball.com.
Contact lcvb.servicehigh@gmail.com with questions.

Cost: $150
Dates: June 3-6
Ages: Grades 3-9

Solid Rock Bible Camp
36251 Solid Rock Road #1
Soldotna, AK 99669
(907) 262-4741
solidrockbiblecamp.com

Solid Rock Bible Camp offers exciting and carefully crafted programs that provide the right camp experience for every child’s age and interest! Located on the central Kenai Peninsula since 1958, we invite your child to get outside, play hard, overcome challenges, build lasting friendships, and learn and grow in their faith.

For Teens: Sports camps, Backcountry Wilderness Camps, Horsemanship Camps, and Lakeside Camps.

For Elementary: Lakeside Camps, Horsemanship Camps, Wilderness Camps.

Programs are led by qualified instructors with waterfront, wilderness and horsemanship safety certifications.

Cost: Varies.
Dates: June 12-Aug. 3
Ages: Grades 1-12

Trailside Discovery Camp
808 E St, Ste. 100
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 313-9224
akcentereducationfund.org/trailside

Additional locations: Kincaid Park, Ruth Arcand Park, Russian Jack, Beach Lake Chalet in Chugiak/Eagle River, Mat-Su State Recreational Area in Palmer
Trailside Discovery Camp is an award-winning camp program in Alaska that provides a broad range of outdoor environmental education experiences for students ages 4 to 14 from all economic, social, and cultural backgrounds.

What to expect at camp in 2024:
• Age-appropriate activities tailored to each session, from nature walks to arts and crafts and lively camp songs.
• Full-day activities for all campers, including hands-on learning about the environment and world around them through outdoor exploration.
• Campers ages 4-5 will enjoy walks to nearby activities and will not be transported in TDC vehicles.
• At least one or more field trips per week for campers ages 8-10 and 10+, and occasional opportunities for 6–7-year-olds (parents must provide booster seats).
• High adventure programs featuring canoeing, fishing, archery, and more, depending on the session, will occur 2-3 times a week.

While some activities may be weather-dependent or subject to unforeseen events, rest assured that our adaptable camp program will pivot to provide alternative activities, ensuring your child enjoys the outdoors each day.

Cost: Rates start at $380 per week
Dates: May 23-Aug. 14
Ages: 4-14

Turnagain Ceramics
1343 G St., Ste. 100
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 382-4419
turnagainceramics.com

Turnagain Ceramics Clay Camp
Students are immersed in the world of clay one week at a time at Turnagain Ceramic's well equipped, welcoming, and safe ceramics studio. Guided by experienced instructors, summer camp students will learn both hand building and wheel throwing techniques while producing one-of-a-kind pieces of art such as sculptures and figurines, planters, mugs, and bowls.

Cost:$319
Dates: May-Aug.
Ages: 9-16

Wild Starr Summer Art Camps
616 E Street
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 677-9453
wildstarrcreations.com/artcamps

Wild Starr Creative Art Camps offer a safe and nurturing environment for young artists ages 6 through 13 to delve into various creative outlets, discover new passions while enabling them to unlock their full potential. Our carefully designed art program offers an exciting three-day camp where youth will engage in a wide range of hands-on projects that encourages self-expression and creativity led by our experienced art instructors. The three-day camps consist of two days committed to experimenting with different media and tools and one day committed to Acrylic Painting on canvas. The camps are held in our Creative Studio at the corner of 6th and E Street in Anchorage, and are held daily from 1 to 4 pm.

Cost:$275/week
Dates: May 29-31, June 3-5, June 10-12, June 17-19, June 24-26, July 8-10, July 15-17, July 22-24, July 29-31, Aug. 5-7
Ages: 6-13

Youth 360
(907) 373-3613
youth-360.org

Program Locations: Wasilla, Houston High School, Houston Middle School

Youth 360's summer day camp program is open to any Mat-Su youth entering grades 6-12. Our program is a great option for teens looking to meet new people and enjoy a variety of activities. Games and recreation, outings, cooking, art, music and much more are offered. Attendance is free and flexible. We have locations in Houston and Wasilla, and are open Mon.-Thurs. from 12-5 pm. Bus transportation available.

Cost:Free
Dates: June 3-Aug. 1
Ages: Grades 6-12

YMCA
5353 Lake Otis Pkwy.
Anchorage, AK 99507
(907) 563-3211
ymcaalaska.org

YMCA Summer Day Camp
Come experience our YMCA Day Camp. It is our goal to make camp an exciting and active learning experience for all. During Day Camp each counselor plans activities that focus on developing skills and clarifying values resulting in personal growth. Our values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility are emphasized in all activities. Weekly Activities include: Archery, Hiking, Swimming, Field Trips, Community Service Projects, Nature Crafts, Arts and Crafts, and STEM Activities.

Cost: $350 per week
Dates: June 3-Aug. 2 4
Ages: 5-13