Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 5–11 · $360/week
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Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives

Woody Mountain · $360/week

Eco Explorers Summer Camp at The Arboretum at Flagstaff offers nature-based day camps for children to explore the natural world through hands-on activities a...

▌ Editor's read The Arboretum at Flagstaff offers Eco Explorers Summer Camps, which are day camps focused on nature and environmental education for children aged 5-12. The website specifies that staff undergo background checks and are trained in first aid and CPR. The Arboretum at Flagstaff is a non-profit organization. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the camp emphasizes small group sizes. Google reviews for The Arboretum at Flagstaff average 4.7 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many praising the educational programs and beautiful setting. The camp is not ACA accredited, and no state license number is provided on the website. Social media handles include @thearboretumflagstaff on Instagram and TheArboretumAtFlagstaff on Facebook, showcasing their activities and grounds.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given outdoors/nature program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 4001 S Woody Mountain Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86005, USA
  • Cost notes: $290 for members. Scholarships available.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives

What ages does Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives accept?
Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives is open to children ages 5–11. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives cost?
Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives publishes $360/week for the standard session. $290 for members. Scholarships available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives's hours?
Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives?
Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives provide lunch?
Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Flagstaff?
Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Detectives is one of 5 outdoors/nature camps in Flagstaff that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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