Summer Explorers

From Little Seeds, Grow Mighty Trees

What Does BELN's Summer Camps Look Like?

Our program offers a range of engaging activities in the stunning Bitterroot Valley, aimed at nurturing essential life skills such as self-confidence, teamwork, and decision-making, while promoting physical fitness and environmental awareness. Emphasizing place-based learning, we integrate the valley's natural beauty into our curriculum, fostering a deep connection to the community and environment. We collaborate with local partners for enriching field trips, providing practical experiences that instill a love for learning.

Program Structure

Age Groups: 3-5 and 6-8 years old
Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 8:30-3:30
Child will spend a majority of their days either outside or out in the community unless there is heavy smoke (hopefully none for us this summer!)
Different age groups will have different enrollment information. Please scroll below to find right group for your child!

Summer Explorers at EKC

Ages 3-5

Breakfast, lunch, and snack is provided with locally sourced ingredients and food made from scratch!

A maximum of 15 children will be enrolled with a student- teacher ratio of 5:1.

Monday-Thursday 8:30-3:30

Enrollment for this age group is for the summer (three months) There are part-time and full-time options.

Children will be dropped off at Evergreen Kids Corner and on days of heavy smoke or dangerous weather, will spend their day there. Otherwise, they will be out in the community exploring the beautiful outdoors!

Summer Explorers for Bigs!

Ages 6-8

Some children aged 9 can be grandfathered into the program if they have been a part of it before 🙂

Lunch and morning snacks are to be provided by families. We will provide an afternoon snack for the children.

A maximum of 16 children will be enrolled with a student- teacher ratio of 8:1.

Monday-Thursday 8:30-3:30

We have many different enrollment options available. From one week up to three months, from two days a week up to 4 days a week.

Children will be dropped off at Kiwanis River Park. On days of extreme smoke, camp may be subject to close for the health and safety of the little explorers, but we are actively exploring alternative indoor locations to avoid this.

Summer Camp Tuition

Summer Explorers at EKC

Summer Explorers for BIGS

Tuition Discount

Thanks to a generous grant, we’re excited to offer our Summer Explorers weekly camp tuition at a special discounted rate of $200 (regularly $300)!

This is part of our commitment to investing in our community and providing high-quality summer care for children in the Bitterroot Valley.

We also offer scholarships to help ensure every child has access to a fun and enriching summer, regardless of financial circumstances.

Summer Explorers

Testimonials

“I have enjoyed knowing my child was engaged and loved at EKC this summer. You all are doing a really great job.”

“I have enjoyed watching my daughter build relationships and confidence.”

“I have enjoyed all the public outings! I love hearing about his community experiences.”

“I love absolutely everything. The teachers made it incredible. I love this school and everything they’ve done. I highly recommend this school. They know what they are doing!”

“We’ve loved the activities, trips, instruction, teachers- especially the unexpected staffing issues. The school did a wonderful job of overcoming and making sure the kids were still happy, safe, and getting a first-rate experience.”

“Both kiddos come home excited to tell me about something new they learned- how much fun they had!”

“I have enjoyed the amount of outside time and field trips. We are sad to leave!”