What ages does Specialty Camp - Nature accept?

Specialty Camp - Nature is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Specialty Camp - Nature cost?

Specialty Camp - Nature publishes $190/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Specialty Camp - Nature's hours?

Specialty Camp - Nature runs 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Specialty Camp - Nature?

Specialty Camp - Nature is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Specialty Camp - Nature provide lunch?

Specialty Camp - Nature 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.

▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 5–12

Specialty Camp - Nature

Johnson Recreation Center · $190/week

Cosumnes CSD offers a Nature Specialty Camp for ages 6-12, focusing on outdoor exploration, environmental education, and nature-based activities.

▌ Editor's read The Cosumnes CSD website clearly outlines its Summer Day Camps, including a Nature Specialty Camp. The camp is offered by the Cosumnes Community Services District, indicating it is a municipal-parks owned program. The website states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:10 for all camps, which is a positive indicator of supervision. Furthermore, the 'Staff' section explicitly mentions that all staff are fingerprinted and undergo background checks, ensuring camper safety. The camp is designed for ages 6-12 and focuses on outdoor exploration and environmental education. While ACA accreditation is not mentioned, the municipal backing and clear safety protocols are strong points.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Specialty Camp - Nature 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: Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Outdoors/Nature
Ages: 5–12
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Address: 9355 East Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95624
Phone: (916) 405-5600
Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Specialty Camp - Nature

What ages does Specialty Camp - Nature accept?: Specialty Camp - Nature is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Specialty Camp - Nature cost?: Specialty Camp - Nature publishes $190/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Specialty Camp - Nature's hours?: Specialty Camp - Nature runs 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Specialty Camp - Nature?: Specialty Camp - Nature is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Specialty Camp - Nature provide lunch?: Specialty Camp - Nature 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.

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