Rivendell will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 22 due to inclement weather.

Summer Camp public registration will still open at 8am. If you need assistance, please email rivendell-camps@rivendell-school.org or call 970-493-9052 and press 5 to leave a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Cowboy Camp

May 30-June 2 (4 days)
Ages 5-7
Brenda Dyer and Sarah Maharry
Cost: $255

Join us for a rootin’ tootin’ learning adventure.  We’ll enjoy literature, games, crafts, singing, dancing, and role-playing.  Saddle up for some math challenges and writing experiences that’ll make you kick up your heels.   Rodeo cowboys ride bulls for 8 seconds.  What can you do in that time?  We will make stick horses to barrel race and ride the fence line.   A rodeo theme will provide the backdrop for a roundup of skills for kids to enjoy. Register here.
(4 day camp due to the Memorial Day holiday. No camp Monday, May 29th.)

Space Camp

May 30-June 2 (4 days)
Ages 5-7
Fiona Walsh and Ryan Giglio
Cost: $255

Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, oh my! The discoveries are endless! Join us on our galaxy quest through space. We will learn what makes each planet unique. Our adventures will include science, crafts, and exploration. This class is sure to be out of this world! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.
(4 day camp due to the Memorial Day holiday. No camp Monday, May 29th.)

Majestic Trees

June 5-9
Ages 5-7
Carol Mouton and Bree Newton
Cost: $305

We all love trees, and what a perfect opportunity to honor these magnificent creatures that feed and protect us! Let's come together and explore their importance to all living things. We will celebrate them with creative tree art and stories of their wonder. We will explore our nearby areas to see how many different ones we can find and produce a journal of our findings. And of course, we will be hugging them every day! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Spy Camp

June 5-9
Ages 5-7
Ryan Giglio and Fiona Walsh
Cost: $305

Confidential: Calling all secret agents! Are you sneaky enough to crack secret codes, crawl through a laser maze, take fingerprints, and go on a special mission? Are you the next Sherlock Holmes? Can you see things and understand mysteries that other people don't? We will turn you into a sleuth and uncover all kinds of hidden conundrums. We need your help! But shhhh... don’t tell anyone! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Mythical Creatures

June 12-16
Ages 5-7
Fiona Walsh and Ryan Giglio
Cost: $305

Please be our fairy special guest as we explore the fantastical world of mythical creatures. During this magical week, we’ll explore dragons, read about mermaids and build our own fairy houses. This week will be mythical! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Dog Days

June 12-16
Ages 5-7
Annie Carey and Dylan Hunt
Cost: $305

Do you love dogs? Do you love summertime? If so, this camp is for you! We will play doggie games, read dog books, make dog crafts & dog toys and eat dog-themed treats. We’ll learn how dogs drink, why they shake, and see what it all looks like in slow motion. We’ll learn about different kinds of dogs and how to care for dogs. We’ll dress like dogs, act like dogs and play like dogs! We’ll end the week with a ‘trip’ to a dog shelter (pretend) and each child will choose a stuffie dog to adopt! So, join us for a barking good time! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Dozens of Donuts

June 19-23
Ages 5-7
Fiona Walsh and Carol Mouton
Cost: $305

Did you know the largest doughnut weighed more than a Great White Shark?  And, in the United States, more than 10,000,000,000 (ten billion) donuts are made each year! Come along as we learn about that round, yummy morning dessert. We will read story books (including Arnie the Doughnut, of course), create donut art, and design our own treats.  We will explore how we can make healthy doughnuts, and most definitely, we will eat them! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Many Marvelous Monsters

June 19-23
Ages 5-7
Annie Carey and Jared Conn
Cost: $305

In this camp, we will read monster books and make monstrous things! We will read Where the Wild Things Are, I Need My Monster, Go Away Big Green Monster, Love Monster and more. We will wear monster feet, play monster games and pretend to be monsters while eating monster foods. Come join us for some monstrous fun. But don’t be scared... all of these monsters will be friendly & fun! Wouldn’t you like to be a monster too?! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Fantastical Creatures

June 26-30
Ages 5-7
Chris Johnson and Carol Mouton
Cost: $305

We'll have craft-based fun paired with origin stories of assorted intriguing mythological creatures. Our literature-rich folkloric explorations include the kraken, the Chupacabra, dragons across the globe, the Loch Ness monster, and the entire host of abominable snowmen/yeti/bigfoot/sasquatch mythologies. Featuring potential sightings across time! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Animal Planet

June 26-30
Ages 5-7
Fiona Walsh and Ryan Giglio
Cost: $305

Are you interested in the animals that roam our planet? This class will have it all, whether it is bears, dogs, camels, peacocks, or the red panda that you call your favorite. This awesome camp will explore different animals and their habitats. Each day the class will take a close look at a new animal and learn about where they live, what they eat, and other cool traits specific to that animal. This class will be packed full of information, activities, crafts, and of course, fun! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Dance Camp

July 3-7
Ages 5-7
Fiona Walsh and Bree Newton
Cost: $255

Are you tired of sitting around all summer? Are you ready to get moving and grooving to your favorite songs? Join us for dance camp! You will learn funky fresh moves to show off to your friends. Try out different styles: jazz, hip-hop, and poms! We will also have fun with ribbons and hoops. Let’s get those dancing shoes on and shake it off! Beginners welcome- no dance experience necessary. FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.
(4 day camp due to the 4th of July holiday. No camp Tuesday, July 4th.)

LEGO Adventures

July 10-14
Ages 5-7
Bree Newton and Bryce Warren
Cost: $305

Calling all LEGO Masters! We want you to join us as we embark on a mechanical and artistic journey! You will work alone and in teams to complete super fun building challenges using LEGO bricks. Will your creation be the tallest? The strongest? The most complex? How fast can you recreate a teammate’s build? Each day will bring a new and exciting challenge. Join us for a week of building fun! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Plant Camp: How Does Your Garden Grow?

July 10-14
Ages 5-7
Ryan Giglio and Fiona Walsh
Cost: $305

How do flowers greet each other in the morning? “Hey, bud! How’s it growing?” Join budding plant lovers for a week-long camp that will make your two-lips smile with delight. We’ll learn about plants and flowers and start our own mini gardens. FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Cat Lovers Unite!

July 17-21
Ages 5-7
Carol Mouton and Deborah McIntyre
Cost: $305

Join us as we recognize and celebrate our favorite meowy critters. This class will teach about what it takes to be a responsible kitty owner. We’ll examine the history and origin of humans' obsession with four-legged friends. Join us as we create art, sing songs, read books, and write poems about our mystical feline friends. FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Oceans

July 17-21
Ages 5-7
Jared Conn and Fiona Walsh
Cost: $305

Join us as we ride the wave of summer fun! We’ll learn about underwater creatures, create sand art and enjoy a beach bash. We hope you whale make it - sea (horse) you there! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Messy Kids

July 24-28
Ages 5-7
Dylan Hunt and Anna Cohee
Cost: $305

Time to get messy! This camp will push young kids to get wild, let loose, and have fun. Whether we learn about slippery science, gooey experiments, or splattering art, the kiddos will have a great time getting dirty.  Our games, crafts, and activities will surely be creative and chaotic. Kids thrive with the freedom to make a mess. So come in clothes ready to be washed, and enjoy Messy Kids! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Paleontologist Camp

July 24-28
Ages 5-7
Ryan Giglio and Fiona Walsh
Cost: $305

ROAR! Put your paleontologist hat on and join us for a fascinating week discovering dinosaurs. We will explore fossils, create our own make-believe dinosaur species and discover dinosaur footprints. Don’t be a scaredactyl; we won’t let any dinosaurs loose at Rivendell! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here.

Community Helpers

July 31-August 4
Ages 5-7
Fiona Walsh and Ryan Giglio
Cost: $305

Have you ever wondered about the people who help our community stay safe? Would you like to see the inside of a real fire station where fire fighters live and work? Have you ever thought about being a police officer or a vet? During this week you will get to find out more about the police officers, firefighters, doctors, nurses, and others who keep us safe and healthy! You will get a chance to dress up and pretend to do all of the important jobs that you learn about. Get ready to meet real community helpers of all types! FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here

Tales of the Seven Seas: Pirates and Mermaids

August 7-11
Ages 5-7
Bryce Warren and Edd Casas
Cost :$305

Ahoy Mateys!  Are you ready for an adventure? If you are, then get ready for some treasure-hunting, ocean-sailing, tail-splashing excitement! In this class, we will embark on a voyage to discover the secrets of pirates and mermaids. Don’t be scared - we won’t make you walk the plank - but we sure will keep you busy searching for pirate booty. X marks the spot for a good time. Come aboard, raise the Jolly Roger and let the adventure begin! Arrr-r-r.... FULL, but you can sign up for the waitlist. Register here