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Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17)

Los Angeles · $320/week · ★ 4.8 (14247 reviews)

Adventures in Nature Day Camps at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County offer themed, hands-on science exploration for children in grades K-8.

▌ Editor's read The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM) hosts Adventures in Nature Day Camps, including the 'Pod Patrol' theme, for children in grades K-8. The website, nhm.org/adventures-nature-day-camps, loads successfully and provides detailed information about the camp programs, daily schedules, and registration. The camp is not ACA accredited. As a program of the Natural History Museum, it is affiliated with a university (University of Southern California) and operates as a day camp. The website explicitly states that all camp staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County average 4.7 stars from over 15,000 reviews, with many positive comments about educational programs and engaging exhibits. Social media handles found are @nhmla on Instagram and NHMLA on Facebook. The camp offers a variety of themed weeks, focusing on hands-on science and nature exploration within the museum's unique environment.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17) 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
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007
  • Phone: (213) 763-3466
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $320/week (from camp list).

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17)

What ages does Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17) accept?
Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17) 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 Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17) cost?
Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17) publishes $320/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17)'s hours?
Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17) runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17)?
Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17) is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17) provide lunch?
Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17) 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 Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17) compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Los Angeles?
Adventures in Nature – Pod Patrol (Jul 13–17) is one of 54 outdoors/nature camps in Los Angeles 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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