Registration is open for the Bush Methow Summer Camps! See all the offerings below and sign up here.
Field Scientists CampMonday, July 27 to Thursday, July 30
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Open to First and Second Grade students
Bush School Methow Campus, 255 Lost River Rd. Mazama, WA
Have you ever wondered what makes the forest so special? Why do some animals live in certain kinds of trees? Where do all the animals actually live? Get out your thinking caps and let's discover the forest as scientists! We will explore the trails with cool tools, examine the hidden rivers, and discover the magical secrets of nature! Come gain a deeper understanding of the natural world around us.
Survival Skills Camp
Monday, August 3 to Thursday, August 6
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Open to Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grade students
Bush School Methow Campus, 255 Lost River Rd. Mazama, WA
Do you have what it takes to survive in the wilderness? Where would you sleep and what would you eat? Come learn all the nature skills you'll need at the beautiful Bush School wilderness in Mazama! Each person will learn how to make unique shelters, identify edible plants in the forest, track animals and more! You are sure to leave this camp prepared for any wilderness adventure.
Fly Fishing Camp Session A: Monday, July 20 to Thursday, July 23
Fly Fishing Camp Session B: Monday, August 10 to Thursday, August 13
Open to Third, Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Grade students
Bush School Methow Campus, 255 Lost River Rd. Mazama, WA
Both sessions run 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Mayflies, wooly buggers, and cutthroat--oh my! In this fly-fishing camp, you will learn about aquatic insects in the Methow Valley, how to tie your own flies, and how to cast with a fly rod. You will also learn what fish eat, how to "read" water, and how to wade safely. We will have three on-the-water experiences when you will have the opportunity to catch fish on flies that you’ve tied.
Ride Rad Mountain Bike Camp
Monday, June 29 to Thursday, July 2
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Open to Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade students
Bush School Methow Campus, 255 Lost River Rd. Mazama, WA (Transportation from barn available)
Ride the trails with confidence and new skills. Each day starts with skill builders and ends with trail rides. Groups will be split by age and ability and instructed by certified mountain bike coaches. You’ll learn basic skills, play bike games, manage obstacles like rocks and logs, and negotiate drops and jumps. Plus you’ll learn how to fix-a-flat and maintain and improve your favorite trail. Get ready to shred! A hardtail mountain bike in good working order is required; loaner bikes available upon request.
Bread and Jam
Monday, July 13 to Thursday, July 16
Open to Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade students
Location: Bush School Methow Campus, 255 Lost River Rd. Mazama, WA
Transportation from barn available
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
How does a baguette get its shape? Why does some bread have big holes in it? What is sourdough anyway? Learn the answers to these questions this summer while becoming a master bread baker! Together we will make a variety of breads and learn about how grains on a farm become the bread on our table. Alongside baking, we will explore our local food system and make jam from berries we harvest. Be ready to take home plenty of bread, recipes, jam, and your own sourdough starter.