Summer Camp
Curiosity is in our Nature
OVERNIGHT AND DAY CAMPS
2026 Summer Camp
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Early Childhood Summer Programs
Jackson Campus
Early childhood summer programs follow the same Reggio Emilia philosophy and Nature-Based practices as our school year program. Children from 3 years old to entering Kindergarten will explore, connect, play, and engage in their natural surroundings, both on campus and on journeys to nearby places. Your child will practice cognitive and social-emotional skills through problem-solving, teamwork, and creative expression as they get their hands dirty in our outdoor studio and participate in many outdoor adventures.
Programs:
Each week, we will have a Pika Group, a Magpie Group, and an Otter Group. Each group can have a maximum of 13 children. Children will be in age-based groups based on who signs up each week. For the most part, though, Pikas will be our 3-year-olds and maybe some young 4-year-olds, Magpies will be 4-year-olds, and Otters will be children entering Kindergarten in the fall.
Location: Teton Science Schools Jackson Campus
Dates:
Week 1: June 22 – June 26
Week 2: June 29 – July 3
Week 3: July 6 – July 10
Week 4: July 13 – July 17
Week 5: July 20 – July 24
Week 6: July 27 – July 31
Week 7: August 3- August 7
Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Extended Day: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Price: $600 per week
All Early Childhood-aged children will be split into three age-appropriate groups each week. The age range of the children registered will determine these groups. They will either be a Pika, a Magpie, or an Otter. Children will take 2-3 journeys around the valley each week to explore places such as Rendezvous Park, the Murie Ranch, and Grand Teton National Park. The week before your child attends camp, you will receive an email with the group your child will be in, along with a detailed packet of information to help you prepare for a week full of joy, wonder, and adventure. When you register your child, you can let us know whether you would like your child to be in the same group as another child. We will do our best to accommodate based on age and the number of children we can have in each group. We can’t wait to explore this beautiful place with your child this summer!
Spaces:
- Pikas will be in the South Ed Building, with a temporary fence for the outdoor play space.
- Magpies will be located in the Preschool Classroom and the Preschool Play yard.
- Otters will be situated in the Pre-K classroom and the Pre-K play yard space.
Early Childhood Summer Programs
Teton Valley Campus
Program:
This program is for children ages 3 to 5 years old. Children must be potty-trained to participate. There will be 1 hour of rest time each day. This program takes place on the Teton Valley Campus in Victor, Idaho. This campus is a 40-minute drive from Jackson.
Location: Mountain Academy Teton Valley Campus
Dates:
Week 1: June 22nd – June 26th
Week 2: June 29th – July 3rd
Week 3: July 6th – July 10th
Week 4: July 13th – July 17th
Week 5: July 20th – July 24th
Week 6: July 27th – July 31st
Week 7: August 3rd- August 7th
Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Extended Day: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Price: To be announced.
The Teton Valley Campus Beavers will learn about their unique Eastern Idaho environment through their time on campus, which includes our garden, cats, chickens, and goats, as well as through journeys to nearby parks and outdoor spaces. Beavers will be able to get creative and drive their own play in our outdoor play yard full of tools and toys ready for their imagination.
Day Summer Programs for Grades 1-7
Jackson Campus
Dive into a summer of hands-on science, outdoor adventure, and creativity! Campers explore streams, trails, and forests, tackle team challenges, and uncover the wonders of the natural world—while making friends, asking big questions, and having endless fun. Every week brings new discoveries, laughter, and memories that last a lifetime.
Grades: 1st – 7th
Location: Jackson campus
Dates:
Week 1: June 15 – June 19
Week 2: June 22 – June 26
Week 3: June 29 – July 3
Week 4: July 6 – July 10
Week 5: July 13 – July 17
Week 6: July 20 – July 24
Week 7: July 27 – July 31
Week 8: August 3- August 7
Week 9: August 10 – August 15
Week 10: August 17 – August 21
Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Extended Day: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Price: $525 per week, additional $75 per week for extended day
With kindergarten behind them, Marmots are ready for a summer of wonder, imagination, and outdoor discovery! Campers will explore nearby habitats, ask big questions about the natural world, and learn through play alongside new friends. Days are filled with splashing in streams, experimenting in the mud kitchen, creating nature-inspired art, and enjoying open-ended exploration that builds confidence and curiosity. Marmots spend their summer learning, laughing, and discovering the joy of being outside.
Curious, clever, and always on the move, Foxes spend their summer following questions wherever they lead. Campers will explore local ecosystems through hands-on science, creative projects, and outdoor play. From racing stick boats and observing stream life to exploring art and wildlife connections, each day brings something new to investigate. This program nurtures curiosity, creativity, and a growing sense of independence in the outdoors.
Bold and adventurous, Badgers are ready to explore farther and work together in new ways. Campers will investigate the natural world through science, games, and exploration while building teamwork and leadership skills. With bigger hikes, canoeing on String Lake, and time on the Doug Walker Challenge Course, Badgers grow confidence as they learn to support one another and take on new outdoor experiences.
Coyotes (Grade 4) and Bison (Grade 5) come together for a summer of leadership, discovery, and adventure. Campers strengthen their skills as young scientists by collecting and analyzing data, exploring aquatic ecosystems, and tackling exciting outdoor challenges. Highlights include camping in Grand Teton National Park, identifying macroinvertebrates, hiking scenic trails, and building trust and collaboration on the Doug Walker Challenge Course. This program encourages independence, teamwork, and a deeper connection to the natural world.
Designed for emerging middle school leaders, Bobcats offers an adventurous and meaningful summer rooted in science, teamwork, and challenge. Campers will participate in hands-on field investigations, contribute to community science projects, and push themselves on longer hikes and outdoor adventures. The experience includes team-building on the low-ropes course and camping in Grand Teton National Park. This program empowers students to grow as leaders, problem-solvers, and confident members of an outdoor community.
Overnight Programs 6th - 7th Grade
Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park
Our middle and high school summer programs give students opportunities to build their confidence, their mind, and their adventurous spirit. These immersive, overnight programs emphasize lifelong leadership and community building skills. We guide students through modern ecological field science techniques to engage them in the scientific process and connect those skills to their everyday lives. Allow your student to discover themself as they discover the wonders of Grand Teton National Park through hiking, backpacking, canoeing, and exploring with their cohort.
Grades: 6th-7th
Location: Teton Science Schools Kelly Campus in Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park
Dates:
July 18 – July 25
Price: $1,545
Explore one of the most amazing places on Earth!
Spend eight adventure-filled days in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, discovering the natural world through hands-on field science. Students will design and carry out their own research projects in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.
The experience includes four nights at Teton Science Schools’ historic Kelly campus, followed by a three-night front country camping trip in Yellowstone—complete with wildlife, geysers, and unforgettable outdoor exploration. Perfect for curious middle schoolers ready to learn, explore, and have fun outdoors.
Overnight Programs 8th - 9th Grade
Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park
Our middle and high school summer programs give students opportunities to build their confidence, their mind, and their adventurous spirit. These immersive, overnight programs emphasize lifelong leadership and community building skills. We guide students through modern ecological field science techniques to engage them in the scientific process and connect those skills to their everyday lives. Allow your student to discover themself as they discover the wonders of Grand Teton National Park through hiking, backpacking, canoeing, and exploring with their cohort.
Grades: 8th-9th
Location: Teton Science Schools Kelly Campus in Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park
Dates:
July 25 – August 2
Price: $1,795
Step into adventure and leadership in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem!
Over nine unforgettable days, students will explore the backcountry of Grand Teton National Park, building confidence, independence, and leadership skills along the way. Participants will canoe on mountain waters, contribute to a meaningful national park service project, tackle the Doug Walker Challenge Course, and learn the fundamentals of backpacking.
Guided by experienced educators, students will form strong connections, grow as leaders, and develop a lasting love for the outdoors during this immersive experience at Teton Science Schools.
Jackson Hole Science Expedition
Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park
Grades: 10th-12th
Location: Teton Science Schools Kelly Campus in Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park
Dates:
June 29 – July 24
For more information please email experience@tetonscience.org or call (307)734-3707.
Dive deep into exploration, research, and adventure in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.
Designed for students entering grades 10–12, this immersive 26-day experience invites participants to live and learn in one of America’s most iconic landscapes. Based at Teton Science Schools’ historic Kelly campus, students will spend their first weeks exploring the diverse ecosystems of Grand Teton National Park, followed by a four-night frontcountry camping trip to Yellowstone to observe wildlife and geothermal features up close.
As the program progresses, students will develop their own research questions and conduct a week-long, hands-on field research project in Grand Teton National Park. The experience culminates in a five-day backpacking expedition through the park’s stunning backcountry—a challenging and rewarding capstone that builds independence, leadership, and a deep connection to place.
Over 26 days and 25 nights, students gain skills, confidence, and unforgettable experiences while following in the legacy of experiential learning that defines Teton Science Schools.
Questions? Please email experience@tetonscience.org or call (307)734-3707.
