Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 5–11 · $400/week
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NHM — Raptor Rangers

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

NHM's Raptor Rangers day camp offers hands-on, nature-based learning experiences for children in grades K-5, focusing on local wildlife and museum exhibits.

▌ Editor's read The NHM — Raptor Rangers camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their Adventures in Nature Day Camps. The camp is a day camp program for children in grades K-5, operated by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, indicating a university/museum affiliation. The website mentions that 'all staff are fingerprinted and background checked,' confirming a commitment to safety. While not ACA accredited, the camp leverages the museum's educational resources, offering themed weeks like 'Raptor Rangers' with activities such as live animal encounters and exhibit exploration. 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, which likely extends to their camp programs. The camp's social media handles are @nhmla on Instagram and nhmlac on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

NHM — Raptor Rangers 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
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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

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about NHM — Raptor Rangers

What ages does NHM — Raptor Rangers accept?
NHM — Raptor Rangers 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 — Raptor Rangers cost?
NHM — Raptor Rangers 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 — Raptor Rangers's hours?
NHM — Raptor Rangers 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 — Raptor Rangers?
NHM — Raptor Rangers 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 — Raptor Rangers provide lunch?
NHM — Raptor Rangers 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 — Raptor Rangers offer extended care?
Yes — NHM — Raptor Rangers 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 — Raptor Rangers compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Los Angeles?
NHM — Raptor Rangers 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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