Elementary Camps at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Cholla Buddies: A Rodeo Break Day Camp

Thursday, February 25, 2027
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Grades 1-6

Desert Museum Members: $95 (Join Today!)
Non-Members: $110

Connect with nature at the Desert Museum! Explore human relationships with the Sonoran Desert through science, crafts, play, and live animal encounters. Leave with an understanding of your role in the desert and ways to explore nature in your own lives. This camp is open to kids currently in Grades 1-6. Campers will be together for group activities and will separate into two groups (Grades 1-3 or 4-6) for age-appropriate activities and adventures throughout the day.

Elementary Summer Camps

Registration for Summer Camp opens February 2027.

Drop-Off and Pick-Up at Camp

Camper drop-off is between 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. We are not able to accept campers before 8:00 a.m. Please note that camp begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. It is important to be on time so your camper does not miss out on morning camp activities. If your camper must be late for any reason, please let us know by calling 520-883-3022.

What to Wear

Campers will be participating in a variety of activities that involve running, jumping, playing, and maybe even getting a little messy. Campers must wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes. Check the daily weather and send your camper dressed accordingly.

What to Bring to Camp

Bring daily, packed in a backpack, book bag, or other easily carried bag:

• Full refillable water bottle
• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
• Packed snack & lunch
• Closed-toed shoes
• Medication if needed
• Change of clothes & socks (Wednesday)

Changes or Cancellations

If a cancellation is made more than 15 days from scheduled camp date, payments will be refunded minus a $25 administrative fee. No refunds can be made within 14 days of the first day of camp.

Please notify us as soon as possible of a cancellation, change, or to be added to waitlist. Contact us at 520-883-3025 or email: [email protected].