blue sky camps

Where Nature, Creativity, and Inner Wisdom Meet

 

Blue Sky camps immerse children in the wonder of nature and introduce them to a vast array of creative expressions from building birdhouses and crafting wind chimes, singing songs and hiking outdoors to painting with watercolors and learning to work as a team. This rich tapestry of experiences nurtures their mind, body, and spirit. By connecting with the natural world and cultivating their imaginations, kids tune in to themselves, become aware of their emotions, and build community.

The skilled facilitators at Blue Sky provide a safe space and unique activities that encourage creativity and building awareness. Children leave camp with a deeper understanding of their inner world as well as their unique contributions to their external environment. These experiences lay the groundwork for children to be reminded of their inherent worthiness and to build lasting connections with their inner knowing and with the world around them.

Schedule for summer camps listed below. You can click on the week you want to register for and it will take you directly to the registration page.

At Blue Sky Camps, we create spaces for young people to connect deeply—with the earth, with their own inner creativity, and with the quiet wisdom that lives in reflection. Rooted in nature and guided by intention, our camp invites youth to explore who they are through play, purpose, and presence.

Our scholarship program is here to ensure that this experience is accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstance. If you or someone you love would thrive in this environment, we warmly welcome your application.

 
 

i am capable

skills based activities + challenge opportunities

Children are born with the spark of the divine housed in them. Their eagerness to learn and develop only needs to be encouraged and witnessed. At Blue Sky camps we know that children are both the student and the teacher and we can learn from each other. During this week activities will encourage confidence in innate abilities. A variety of skills-based learning opportunities will be offered from fort building and wind chime creations to rock climbing excursions and making play dough from scratch. Activities will be age-appropriate so your 6-year-old may not be doing the same thing as a 12 or 13 year-old.

This is the perfect space for the child who wants to learn something new, be challenged, and leave camp with the confidence that only comes when we realize our own talents and abilities.

i am connected

Hands-on nature experiences that foster belonging

In a culture that is driven by all things digital and lacks deep human interaction, this week of camp will remind children that they are part of a collective much bigger than themselves. Through nature-based play they will remember they are one with the earth. There will be daily hikes, outdoor play, and gardening together. Practices that focus on collaboration and teamwork help kids learn to work together and discover the beauty of community. Campers will get on the water, learn about photosynthesis, identify native flora and fauna, and so much more.

This week is very nature focused as we explore all the ways that we are not separate from the earth, but intimately in partnership with her.

i am creative

self-expression + imagination fostered through art

At Blue Sky Camps, we believe every child is born creative. Creativity isn’t just about making art—it’s about listening inward, expressing truth, and finding joy in the process.

This week is all about exploring self-expression in playful, hands-on ways. Campers will dive into projects like balsa wood wind chimes, handmade stamps, rock and nature-based painting, and even tie-dyeing t-shirts using natural dyes from plants, teas, and flowers. They’ll also sculpt with clay to create essential oil diffusers, necklaces, and pendants using leaves and flowers as imprints.

Through daily creative exploration, movement, and time in nature, campers will learn to follow their inner spark and honor their own rhythm. This week offers the freedom to simply be—and to feel the joy that comes from creating something that is truly their own.

 

Camp FAQs

  • Each summer camp costs $333 for the week. We offer a sibling discount of 33% for each additional registration.

  • Things come up. Especially when kid are involved. We understand. Camps are refundable minus a $50 administrative fee if canceled with one month’s notice or more. If you are less than a month away from your camp dates you can elect to transfer to an alternate available camp or the funds become nonrefundable.

  • Camps are held at Harmony Woods Retreat Center, 11507 S Keeney Rd, Spokane, WA 99224 and children will also walk to James T. Slaven Conservation Area down the street.

    Some camps may offer an outdoor adventure co-hosted with Peak 7 Adventures, on those days parents will be asked to drop campers at the activity site. More information about this will be available during the registration process.

    Check-in begins at 9am and campers will be picked up at 2pm.

    On Friday afternoons families are invited to attend a community circle where campers will share about their experiences. Families arrive at 12:30pm and camp closes at 2pm.

  • Campers will need:

    Hearty lunch and snack (please no sugary items, highly processed foods, candy, or soda)

    Water bottle

    Backpack, preferably a light-weight hiking pack for day-trips (do not bring a large hiking backpack)

    Appropriate clothes for the weather (parents/guardians will be receiving an email with more details about suggested garments)

    plastic bag for dirty/wet items

    bathing suit and towel (recommended but not required)

    Sturdy closed-toed walking shoes

  • Yes! We offer 33% off second, third and beyond registrations to the same camp.

  • Yes! We are excited to offer partial and full scholarships. Please fill out the scholarship application and you’ll hear back from us shortly.

    SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION