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Looking for an unforgettable experience for your child during school breaks? At the Children’s Museum of Sonoma County, we transform time off into a journey of fun, exploration, and discovery with our Nature-based Wonder Camps!
Nature-based Wonder Camps for Spring and Summer
Our Wonder Camp programs are designed to spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and foster a deep connection to the world around us. Through immersive, hands-on activities, campers engage in unique learning opportunities that encourage them to challenge themselves while mixing joy, play, and education seamlessly.
Register your child now for our Spring and Summer Wonder Camp sessions. Choose between Camp Only attendance or our extended Camp plus After Camp Care with a later pickup time. Both options include our full Wonder Camp itinerary, running from 8:30-3:30pm. However, our Camp plus After Camp Care gives parents a bigger pickup window after the program ends (between 4:00 – 5:15pm), while kids enjoy an additional snack time and some unstructured play time.
Our Spring Break Wonder Camp registration includes one week of structured activities your little one will love, whereas our Summer Wonder Camp registration includes two weeks of activities. Please note, single-week Summer Wonder Camp sessions are not available, EXCEPT for Summer Wonder Camp Session 5.
Spots are limited, so secure your camper’s place today!
Camp Enrollment Disclaimer: Due to popular demand for our Spring and Summer camps, campers turning 6 years old prior to August 31, 2025 will also be eligible to join. All campers must be fully potty trained. Please review our bathroom policy for further details. (Last updated February 7, 2025)
Why Choose Wonder Camps?
At the Children’s Museum of Sonoma County, we believe school breaks are for fun, exploration, and discovery. Camps should be full of immersive, hands-on activities and learning opportunities that encourage children to challenge themselves and that mix learning with joy and play. Our Wonder Camps are the perfect time to let your child step into a world of wonder and growth. Give them the gift of a camp experience that will stay with them long after the final day.
- Nature-focused Exploration: Campers dive into the wonders of the natural world, with activities that promote environmental awareness and curiosity.
- Hands-on Learning: Every day is packed with creative projects and interactive experiments that make learning exciting and memorable.
- Where Play Meets Discovery: From crafting and storytelling to science and outdoor adventures, children experience the perfect balance of fun and growth.
- Supportive Environment: Our skilled educators provide guidance, ensuring that every camper feels inspired, safe, and ready to explore.
Perfect for kids ages 6 to 12 who love to:
- Explore the great outdoors
- Experiment, create, and imagine
- Learn through play and teamwork
- Discover new passions and skills
Example Camp Day Schedule
| Time | Activity | Location |
| 8:30 – 9:00am | Drop off and play in Camp Wild Zone | Camp Wild Zone, enter via Pipe Organ Gate |
| 9:00 – 9:15am | Group welcome | Party Pavilion |
| 9:15 – 10:00am | Free play | Museum Gallery, Mary’s Garden, Art Studio, Etc. |
| 10:00 – 10:15am | Morning snack | Party Pavilion |
| 10:15 – 11:00am | Find and learn about salamanders, tadpoles and frogs | Wild Zone, Pond, and Mary’s Garden |
| 11:30am – 12:30pm | Free play | Museum Gallery, Mary’s Garden, Art Studio, Etc. |
| 11:30am – 12:00pm | Lunch | Dow Events Center or Party Pavilion |
| 12:30 – 1:15pm | Learn bug-catching use tools and digital microscopes | Ball Field |
| 1:15 – 2:30pm | Free play | Museum Gallery, Mary’s Garden, Art Studio, Etc. |
| 2:30 – 3:30pm | Drawing/playing in Camp Wild Zone (water play in summer) | Camp Wild Zone |
| 3:30 – 3:45pm | Main camp pickup | Camp Wild Zone, exit via Pipe Organ Gate |
| 3:45 – 4:00pm | Late care snack | Dow Events Center |
| 4:00 – 5:15pm | Late care free play and pickup | Art Studio Entrance, Gate near Trike Tack |
A Ph.D. biologist running Wonder Camps? No way!
After spending all his time at the Children’s Museum with his three kids, Dr. Dan Levitis became our Camps Manager and Volunteer Manager! A father, environmental educator, and zoologist, Dr. Dan is driven to nurture kids’ innate wonder for nature. His very excited to start this next chapter with the Children’s Museum and inspire a lifelong love of nature in the next generation.
Wonder Camp Registration is Open Now!
Spring Break Wonder Camp
March 17 – 21
Spring Adventures
Discover the wonders of nature as everything comes back to life!
Spring Break Wonder Camps are Currently Closed
Summer Wonder Camps
Session 1: June 9 – 20
Week 1: Nature Explorer’s Toolbox
Gear up and learn the must-have tools every junior naturalist needs.
Week 2: Hop, Slither, and Slide
Meet fascinating reptiles and slippery amphibians up close!
SESSION SOLD OUT – SIGN UP FOR WAITLIST HERE
Session 2: June 23 – July 3
Week 1: Underground Mysteries
Dig deep into the hidden world beneath our feet.
Week 2 : Super Senses Safari
Unlock the secret superpowers animals use to survive and thrive.
SESSION SOLD OUT – SIGN UP FOR WAITLIST HERE
Session 3: July 7 – 18
Week 1: Splash into Water Wonders
Dive into the science of water and the amazing creatures that call it home.
Week 2 : Bird Watcher’s Paradise
Take flight into the world of feathers, beaks, and birdsong!
SESSION SOLD OUT – SIGN UP FOR WAITLIST HERE
Session 4: July 21 – August 1
Week 1: Garden Explorers
Get your hands dirty while discovering the magic of plants and flowers.
Week 2 : Adventures in Air & Space
Explore the skies and outer space!
SESSION SOLD OUT – SIGN UP FOR WAITLIST HERE
Session 5: August 4 – 8
Big Ideas in Biology
Discover the incredible changes in animals, plants, and dinosaurs throughout time.
SESSION SOLD OUT – SIGN UP FOR WAITLIST HERE
Is your session full? Sign-up for our waitlist!
Additional Information
Please review our Emergency and Medical Release Form for detailed information, along with important policies on Cancellations, Child Protection policy, our Bathroom policy, weather, and more.
Please contact our Camp & Volunteer Manager with additional questions at camps@cmosc.org or call 707-546-4069 ext. 120.
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