Summer Camp & Year-Round Programs
Keystone Science School camp programs blend hands-on science with outdoor, experiential education to create the best camp experience. Our programs follow a progression that ensures that campers can return each year for a fresh, exciting experience with new things to learn. From Day Camper to Discovery Camper to Keystone Mountain Adventurer or Counselor Assistant, campers have the opportunity to evolve from curious learners to confident leaders. Colorado presents the perfect landscape for campers to explore and challenge themselves.
Off Season Programs
AGES PROGRAM 5-17 Harvest Camp 8-18 Girls in STEM 5-17 Legacy Camp 5-17 Birthday Parties Day Camp
AGES PROGRAM 5-6 Twinkle 7-10 Stellar 7-10 Adventure 11-13 Nova 11-17 Day Camp CAP Overnight Camp
AGES PROGRAM 5-10 Intro to Discovery 7-14 Discovery 7-14 Discovery Deluxe 15-17 Discovery CAP Wilderness Adventures
AGES PROGRAM 12-14 Keystone Voyagers 15-17 Keystone Mountain Adventures
Off Season Programs
If you and your camper just can’t get enough of our Summer Programs, come see what we have in store throughout the year.
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Harvest Camp
An opportunity for campers new and returning to connect to the wonders of autumn and enjoy all the fun the Halloween season offers.
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Girls in STEM
Engage your daughter in an experience designed to get them excited about science, technology, engineering, and math.
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Legacy Camp
Designed for children dealing with the loss of a family member, Legacy Camp was created to instill pride and strength through the concept of legacy.
Day Camp
Each week of Day Camp has a unique theme whether it’s centered around a scientific concept or adventure activity. These theme-based weeks allow campers to go in-depth within a subject for the entire week. It’s guaranteed that campers will return home exhausted and anxiously awaiting the next day.
- Age and grade specific group programming
- Counselor/camper ratio is 1:6.5
- 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday-Friday
- Drop in each day, stay for the week, or participate all summer long
- Pick-up/Drop-off locations at KSS and Farmers Korner
- Optional overnight on Wednesday nights
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Twinkle Day Camp
Ages 5-6
Twinkle Day campers have the opportunity for more individual attention from our counselors and a schedule created with their energy and silliness in mind.
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Stellar Day Camp
Ages 7-10
Each week and day is unique. Campers get the opportunity to learn, experience, and grow through a summer of Science, Adventure and FUN!
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Adventure Day Camp
Ages 7-10
Our week-long Adventure Day Camp program helps campers develop swimming, rock climbing, or hiking skills as they explore all that Summit County has to offer.
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NOVA Day Camp
Ages 11-13
Specifically designed for middle school students, this day camp hosts supercharged adventures, leadership development, and fresh challenges each themed week.
Overnight Camp
Our classic 6-day program includes everything one would hope to have at summer camp: campfires, nature hikes, wilderness camping, tie-dye, songs, skits, summiting mountain peaks, Hot Pink Gorilla sightings, archery and so much more! Your child will return feeling accomplished, tired, and excited to tell you all about it.
- Lodging Options: Log-Style Dormitories or Rustic Canvas Tents
- Link week-long sessions with Fusion Weekends for custom length
- Classic overnight camp experience
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Only 1 Session
Intro to Discovery
Ages 5-10
A shorter scaled-down overnight camp experience designed for younger campers to build confidence and independence.
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Only 1 Session
Discovery Deluxe
Ages 7-14
Double the fun in our extended Discovery Camp session. Disco Deluxe campers go on two adventure days, two overnight trips, and participate in KSS’s very own color war - CLAW.
Wilderness Adventures
Our field-based wilderness programs are focused on the development of leadership and outdoor skills. Spend each night in a tent while exploring Colorado and Utah’s national parks, monuments and most scenic areas. Gain outdoor skills, confidence, and appreciation for the natural world.
- Completely field-based adventures
- Choose from locations across Colorado and Utah
- Activities include backpacking, rock climbing, rafting and more
- Limited-space, register early!
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Keystone Voyagers
Ages 12-14
These one week sessions explore different locations across Colorado while learning leadership skills and a variety of adventure sports.
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Keystone Mountain Adventures
Ages 15-17
With a focus on leadership development, these multi-week adventures travel throughout the wilds of Colorado and Utah featuring a variety of adventure activities.
Counselor Assistant Program
CAP offers you the opportunity to serve as a role model, develop as a leader, and make a difference in the lives of others. Assist with activity implementation and group management while developing your leadership skills. You also get the opportunity to participate in exclusive activities with your peers.
- Each CAP will be given a counselor-mentor
- Work on new leadership skills, and get personalized feedback
- Personal reference letter from our Camp Director for 17-year old CAPs
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Day Camp CAP
Ages 11-17
Work with our younger day campers and help develop their leadership skills. Optional overnights include special CAP night activities.
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Discovery CAP
Ages 15-17
Discovery Camp CAPs are the leaders among our Campers. CAPs also participate in exclusive activities with their peers.
Keystone Science School is American Camp Association Accredited
