Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 5–11 · $400/week
▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 5–11

NHM — Pod Patrol

Exposition Park · $400/week · ★ 4.8 (14247 reviews)

NHM's Pod Patrol offers nature-themed day camps for children in grades K-8, focusing on science, art, and outdoor exploration at the Natural History Museum o...

▌ Editor's read The website https://nhm.org/adventures-nature-day-camps loads successfully and provides detailed information about the 'Adventures in Nature Day Camps,' including the 'Pod Patrol' program. The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM) operates these camps, making it a university-affiliated institution. The camp is a day program, offering various themed weeks for grades K-8. The website states, 'All staff and volunteers undergo background checks and receive training in child development and safety protocols.' While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the emphasis on safety and trained staff is a positive indicator. Google reviews for the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County average 4.7 stars from over 27,000 reviews, with many praising the educational value and engaging exhibits. The camp is not accredited by the ACA, and no state license number is provided on the website. Social media handles found are @nhmla for Instagram and NHMLA for Facebook.
University programRun by an academic institution

Who thrives here Ages 5–11

NHM — Pod Patrol 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
Not listed

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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]

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about NHM — Pod Patrol

What ages does NHM — Pod Patrol accept?
NHM — Pod Patrol 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 NHM — Pod Patrol cost?
NHM — Pod Patrol publishes $400/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are NHM — Pod Patrol's hours?
NHM — Pod Patrol 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 NHM — Pod Patrol?
NHM — Pod Patrol 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 NHM — Pod Patrol provide lunch?
NHM — Pod Patrol 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.
Does NHM — Pod Patrol offer extended care?
Yes — NHM — Pod Patrol offers extended care (3-5 PM). Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
How does NHM — Pod Patrol compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Los Angeles?
NHM — Pod Patrol 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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