Soul|Light Camp 2024

Getting kids off their screens and into the trees!

“I can’t begin to express how happy I am that my daughter was a part of this camp. I was brought to tears more than once hearing her share about her experience. I see her light shining in a way I haven’t seen for a long time. And she’s enjoyed nature like never before... Hallelujah!”

- Amber, Parent

“It's really fun and out in the wild. They have snacks and caves and trees and tea! Sammy is funny and nice and cool and let’s us explore. You should go to camp, just… because!”

- Clara, age 8

“I wish my kid could go to Soul|Light camp… all year long!

- Hanna, Parent

“My daughter has blossomed through Soul|Light’s programs. She’s learned how to articulate her feelings in a more open and productive way, and it has been wonderful watching her fall in love with hiking and nature, giving her an outlet for healing and curiosity about the world around her.”

- Michelle, Parent

“I love my mentor so much. When I'm with her, I feel safe."

- Rickie, age 16

“I love going in nature with Sammy. She talks to me in a nice voice and I’m learning how to be a forest ninja!”

- Atilio, age 5

Soul|Light Camp is now enrolling for the following age groups:

  • Sprouts (ages 5 - 10)

    Sprouts camp is a chance for kids to play, connect, and explore in the varied forests, creeks, and beaches of the East Bay, with the guidance and encouragement of experienced teen and adult mentors. Following the natural curiosity and interests of the kids themselves, camp promises to be both relaxing and fun, with ample chances to play games and make new friends.

    Sprouts Local Day Camps (East Bay):

    • June 24th - June 28th (age 5-9)

    • Aug 12th - Aug 16th (age 7-10)

    • Aug 19th - 23rd (age 7-10)

    Activities:

    • Hiking, Climbing, & Games

    • Learning about local plants, animals, and fungi

    • Making Herbal Tea and Nature Crafts

    • Mindfulness & Sensory Awareness

    • Games & Creative Play

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  • Saplings (ages 11 - 13)

    Saplings camp is for adolescent girls and gender expansive youth who both crave social connection as well as time to relax, learn, and unwind in a supportive small-group setting. Catered to both introverts and extroverts, Shrubs campers receive support and inspiration from caring adult mentors who introduce a variety of skills.

    Saplings Day Camps (East Bay):

    • July 22nd - 26th (girls & nonbinary youth age 12-13)

    • July 29th - Aug 2nd (age 10-11)

    Activities:

    • Social Emotional Awareness & Tracking

    • Journaling & Mindfulness Practice

    • Art, Creative Play, Music & Nature Crafts

    • Herbal Medicine & Foraging

    • Hands-on Community Service in local parks and gardens!

    Sign Up

  • Shadegivers (age 14+)

    Shadegivers are the oldest and at times, wisest members of the Soul|Light community. As such, mentors challenge participants to connect with the best of themselves through nature connection, social emotional tracking, and self expression in a supportive, small-group setting. This group is for girl and gender expansive/non-binary youth.

    Shadegivers Day Camps:

    • July 22nd - 26th (girl & nonbinary youth only)

    Shadegivers Overnight Camps:

    • May 27th - 31st at Russian River

    • Other dates upon request at Caspar, Mendocino (Tent camping on organic farm) or Pomo Canyon (tent camping in redwood forest)

    Activities :

    • Community Service, Animal & Earth Care

    • Social Emotional Awareness & Group Council

    • Eco-Arts & Crafts (Textiles, Woodwork, Jewelry, etc.)

    • Journaling & Mindfulness Practice

    • Foraging & Herbal Medicine

    • Rite of Passage

    • Mentoring Younger Campers

    Sign Up

  • Regular Rate: $750/session

    Partial Scholarship: $625

    Abundant Scholarship: $550

  • Regular Rate: $1,250/session.

    Scholarship Rate: $950/session.

    Referral Discount: $150 off if you refer a friend who signs up!

  • Soul|Light is committed to providing access to high quality mentorship and time in nature to kids from low-income families, especially those impacted by structural inequality. We offer partial scholarships for all programs, including summer-camp, and prefer not to turn kids away for lack of funds.

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