Middle School Camps

Middle School summer camp will run from
Monday, June 22, 2026 - Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
A sibling camp is available for younger siblings entering grades 1-5 in Fall 2026.

Desert Museum and Coati Kids Club Members: $205 (Join Today!)
Non-Members: $220

Colors of the Desert

(Entering grades 6-8 in Fall 2026)

Discover the many colors of the Sonoran Desert as we observe the world around us through the lenses of culture, art, and science. During the day we will explore the Desert Museum grounds, have up close live animal experiences, learn with Tohono O'odham and NOIRlab teachers, as well as create projects out of natural materials using nature as our inspiration. Each day brings a new adventure as we explore the colors of the desert!

Have a younger sibling entering grades 1-5?

Budding Biologists
(Entering grades 1-5 in Fall 2026)

Travel through the Sonoran Desert seasons with us as we play, craft, create, and explore! Each day, we’ll learn from plant and animal friends about how they survive and thrive as the seasons change around them. Campers will cultivate a greater understanding of our environment and our special role within it. Come grow and change with us! This camp is for kids entering Grades 1-5 who are siblings of campers enrolled in Colors of the Desert.

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Optional for Adults:

Work from home — from the Museum!

$76 for all 4 days of camp

Don’t want to drive back and forth every day? Stay and work/play at the Museum while your child is at camp!

Your work station includes:

• Personal (but not private) work space (bring your own computer and headphones)
  • Please note that a completely private area to take calls/Zooms is not guaranteed
• Indoors with air conditioning and Wi-Fi
• Museum entry included
• Come and go from your workspace to see the Museum at your leisure
• Space is limited

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Drop-Off and Pick-Up at Camp

Camper drop-off is between 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. We are not able to accept campers before 8:00 a.m. Please note that camp begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. It is important to be on time so your camper does not miss out on morning camp activities. If your camper must be late for any reason, please let us know by calling 520-883-3022.

What to Wear

Campers will be participating in a variety of activities that involve running, jumping, playing, and maybe even getting a little messy. Campers must wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes. Check the daily weather and send your camper dressed accordingly.

What to Bring to Camp

Bring daily, packed in a backpack, book bag, or other easily carried bag:

• Full refillable water bottle
• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
• Packed snack & lunch
• Closed-toed shoes
• Medication if needed

Changes or Cancellations

If a cancellation is made more than 15 days from scheduled camp date, payments will be refunded minus a $25 administrative fee. No refunds can be made within 14 days of the first day of camp.

Please notify us as soon as possible of a cancellation, change, or to be added to waitlist. Contact us at 520-883-3025 or email: [email protected].