Experience school at the beach
Thousands of students experience the excitement of the Outdoor and Environmental Education (OEE) program at YMCA Camp Surf every year, exploring coastal ecosystems, understanding natural resources and improving outdoor and group building skills. Our naturalist staff hails from across the United States and around the globe. They are hired for science skills, teaching experience and their enthusiasm.
Our program is designed for 4th through 6th-grade students, but can be tailored to any age group. Students spend from 3 to 5 days participating in hands-on classes such as Marshes Aren’t Mellow, Kelp Connections, Hop Into Habitats, Jetty Rocks, CSI (Critter Skull Investigation), Estuary Exploration, Sea Survival, Orienteering, Beach Bound and more. Evening activities provide fun and fellowship for students, teachers and parents.
- Affordable programs.
- Unique location – beach, wetland, and intertidal communities.
- Fun outdoor experiences that reinforce learning and discovery.
- Students love our fun classes.
- Teachers appreciate our curriculum which aligns with California and Arizona State Science Content Standards.
To check availability, please reach out to our Program Director, Bolling Keogh, at (619) 423-5850 ext. 1886 or bkeogh@ymcasd.org.
Leadership Development
Build unity and develop teamwork for peer counseling, sport teams, academies and other school groups. Our staff lead problem-solving and low ropes initiatives to facilitate communication and build leadership skills. Shared leadership keeps the cost low and allows time for your training or speakers.
To check availability, please reach out to our Program Director, Bolling Keogh, at (619) 423-5850 ext. 1886 or bkeogh@ymcasd.org.
Teacher and Parent Info
The School Planning Guide – information and forms you need to help you get ready for camp!
FAMILIES ADVENTURE IN NATURE CLUB (FAN)
Outdoor Education Interest Form
If you have any issues, please reach out to our Program Director, Bolling Keogh, at bkeogh@ymcasd.org.
