Summer Camps

On Alabama's Beaches

Children learning to make pickles a the Eco Center during a summer camp on Alabama's Beaches
Kid learning to surf fishing during a summer camp on Alabama's Beaches

School is Out, and Summer is Finally Here!

Keep your kids active this season with local summer camps. From STEM and art camps to outdoor and sail camps, there’s something exciting for every kiddo! 

Nature & Outdoor Camps

Family taking a sailing class at the Wind & Water Learning Center in Orange Beach
Sail Camp at Wind & Water Learning Center

June 2-6, 9-13, 16-20, 23-27 & July 7-11, 14-18, 21-25, 28-August 1

Ahoy, little sailors! Participants of Sail Camp at the Wind & Water Learning Center will learn the ropes of sailing and even get the chance to steer their own vessel. All campers must be able to swim without fear of the water. The above dates are age-specific.

Gulf State Park Camp at The Learning Campus

June 2-6, 9-13, 23-27 & July 7-11, 14-18, 21-25

Ages: 11-14

If you have an explorer in the family, they'll love learning about the natural and cultural history of Gulf State Park with excavations, hikes, animal encounters, and science experiments at the Gulf State Park Camp at The Learning Campus.

Kids enjoying the touch tank at summer camp on Alabama's Beaches
Oceanic Exploration Camp at The Learning Campus

July 14-17

Ages 5-8

If your child loves the Gulf and marine life, they’ll have a blast with the hands-on projects and crafts at Oceanic Exploration Camp at The Learning Campus.

Gulf Camp at the Gulf Coast Eco Center

July 7-11, 14-18, 21-25, July 28-August 1

Ages 7-13

Gulf Camp is the ultimate program for kids who love the outdoors and offers activities like kayaking, outdoor cooking, and biking at the Gulf Coast Eco Center.

STEAM & Educational Camps

Kids at a STEAM focused summer camp on Alabama's Beaches
STEAM Camp at The Learning Campus

June 9-12, 23-26, & July 7-10

Ages 5-8, 9-12

Combining science, technology, engineering, art, and math, STEAM camp has a little bit of everything to keep your children entertained at The Learning Campus.

Robotics Camp at The Learning Campus

June 23-26, July 14-17

Ages 8-13

Campers at Robotics Camp will have a blast building and programming robot kits. At the end of the week, they'll get to test their robots through a series of challenges at The Learning Campus

Kids checking out a sloth at the Zoo Camp on Alabama's Beaches
Zoo Camp at The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

June 9-13, 16-20, 23-27 & July 7-11, 14-18, 21-25

Grades K-4th

Animal lovers can’t pass up a week at Zoo Camp, learning all about the furry, feathered, and scaly residents at The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo.

Art Camps

Art Camps on Alabama's Beaches
Art Camp at The Learning Campus

June 16-19, July 21-24

Ages 5-8, 9-13

If you have the next Van Gogh in your house, let them participate in Art Camp at The Learning Campus, where they’ll craft art pieces while learning about notable artists.

Camp CASA at The Coastal Arts Center

June 2-6 - Rising 4th- 7th graders

June 23-27 - Rising 1st- 3rd graders

July 4-18 - Rising 8th- 12th graders

Students at Camp CASA at The Coastal Arts Center will work with local professional artists to create all sorts of creative pieces, such as hot glass, pottery, and paintings.

More Fun Camps

Campers on the roller coaster at OWA's summer camp on Alabama's Beaches
Kidcam Camp at OWA

May 28-August 2

Entering Kindergarten through age 13

Campers at Kidcam will have a blast playing at the OWA amusement park, splashing at the waterpark, and participating in various activities.

Family-Friendly Fun

Looking for more fun things to keep the kiddos entertained on vacation? Check out the links below for more vacation inspiration. 

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