Summer Camps

Registration Information Summer 2026

March 9: Registration opens for currently enrolled families

March 16-24: Registration opens for the general public

More information will be posted in January, 2026. If you would like to be on the mailing list for registration emails, please fill out this Interest Form.

Camp Information
Little Star offers day camps for children ages 0-5, an outdoor adventure camp for children ages 6 -7, and overnight archery camp for ages 8-10. Camps for school-age children are provided by many organizations throughout the Methow Valley (see below!)

Email Emily Nelson at emilynelson@littlestarschool.org for more information or with any questions.

Financial aid

Financial Aid is available for our summer programs, as well as our school year programs.

Visit our Financial Aid page for application instructions. For more information, please contact brad@littlestarschool.org.

Summer camps for ages 3 to 6 (Winthrop Campus)

Our camps are offered either 3 days per week (Mon-Weds) or 4 days per week (Mon-Thurs). Our friendly school year teachers will be joined by summer staff to explore art, cooking, science, and nature. Children spend ample time outside both on our playground and on local excursions.

Camp Weeks 2026

Week 1: June 29 - July 2
Week 2: July 6-9
Week 3: July 13-16
Week 4: July 20-23
Week 5: July 27-30
Week 6: August 3-6

Infant & Toddler day camp for ages 8 weeks to 3 years (Twisp & Winthrop Campuses)

Join your favorite Little Star infant and toddler teachers this summer for tons of fun for little people! During our time together we will share stories, songs, Spanish, crafts, marvelous mess-making and more! After lunch we will embrace the brilliant, hot climate tradition of the “siesta” to give our little campers a second wind to get through the long summer days.

Monday - Thursday, 8:30-12:30 or 3:30. Two day/week minimum.

Infant (ages 2-16 months):
8:30-12:30 - $57/day (general public), $54/day (currently enrolled families)
8:30-3:30 - $100/day (general public), $95/day (currently enrolled families)

Toddler (ages 16 months - 3 years):
8:30-12:30 - $53/day (general public), $51/day (currently enrolled families)
8:30-3:30 - $93/day (general public), $89/day (currently enrolled families)

Camp Weeks 2026

Week 1: June 29 - July 2
Week 2: July 6-9
Week 3: July 13-16
Week 4: July 20-23
Week 5: July 27-30
Week 6: August 3-6

Little Star Overnight Archery @ The Loup Loup Ski Bowl

Join Little Star teachers as they facilitate a fun overnight camp full of adventure at the Loup Loup Ski bowl! Activities include archery (of course), hiking, games, crafts, and exploration.

Session 1: June 23-25
Ages 8-10
10:00am Tuesday - 3:00pm Thursday

With a bow: $410
Without a bow: $375

Session 2: June 29-July 2 (NEW 4 Day Camp!)
Ages 9-11
10:00am Monday - 11:00am Thursday

With a bow: $560
Without a bow: $410

Financial aid available for both camps

Online registration Form Available Soon

Little Star Outdoor Adventure Camp

Coming soon!

Bush School Summer Camps in Mazama

The Bush School Discovery Day Camp

In a week of outdoor exploration and artistic expression, students will discover the magical secrets of the woods and waters around The Bush School’s Methow Campus. Using all of their senses and a variety of tools, students will develop naturalist skills, play games, and create art from and inspired by nature. Highlights could include building forts in the woods, learning to identify plants and insects, pressing flowers, cooking delicious snacks, and creating self-portraits from found materials. Friendships will develop and grow as students share feelings, ideas, and new experiences in a nurturing environment with caring instructors. Join us for a week of outdoor exploration, creativity, and summer fun!

Coming soon!

College Essay Writing Retreat - Mazama DAY for Local Students

Write your college essay in the beautiful landscape of the Methow Valley! This one-week writing retreat allows space for students to create a draft of their personal statement. Through activities and focused feedback, the College Essay Methow Retreat will help students craft a compelling personal narrative of who they are and how they want to present themselves to colleges with both joy and authenticity. Students will also have the chance to enjoy our amazing Methow Campus and surrounding community. Students taking this class should not also register for the Seattle Writing the College Essay course. More information can be found here.

Coming soon!

Pipestone Summer Music Camp

Held at the Methow Valley Community the camp provides students with a week-long opportunity to learn and perform for the public. The Camp’s faculty is comprised of a group of accomplished local musicians and dedicated teachers. This fun, high-energy week culminates in a public performance, held in the gym of the Methow Valley Community Center on the last day of camp. For more information or a registration form, call (509) 699-3588 or email Pam Hunt at tamarackquartet@hotmail.com.

Coming soon!

Challenger Soccer Camps

All camps @ Methow Valley Elementary

There’s lots of options for youth soccer this summer! Challenger incorporates the best coaching methodologies from around the world and brings them to players across North America.

Coming soon!

Classroom in Bloom Garden Camps

Coming soon!