Coyote Kids Nature Camp
Coyote Kids Nature Camp: Summer Break
Coyote Kids Nature Camp (ages 5 – 12) provides the opportunity for campers to develop lifelong skills while exploring a variety of nature and outdoor recreation-inspired and creative activities indoors and outdoors. Campers are grouped into age-appropriate “packs” and activities are designed to complement the varying learning levels and motor skill needs of each group. Summer camp sessions run from 8:00am – 5:00pm daily. Extended care is available for $25/week/child.
When: June 1st – July 31st | Session Time: 8AM – 5PM (Full-Day Experiences; Extended Care from 7:30-5:30)
Age: 5 - 12 | Cost: $300/Session - Field Trips Included! | Location: Ranch Park | Maximum: 60 campers/session
| Summer Camp Schedule | |
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| Week | Dates |
Week 1 | June 1 - 5 |
Week 2 | June 8 - 13 |
Week 3 | June 15 - 19 |
Week 4 | June 22 - 26 |
Week 5* | June 29 - July 2* |
Week 6 | July 6 - 10 |
Week 7 | July 13 - 17 |
Week 8 | July 20 - 24 |
Week 9 | July 28 - 31 |
| Field Trip Announcements Below! | |||||
| Armadillo Amigos (5-7) | |||||
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Runnin' with the Reptiles (W1, W5, & W9) Ready… Set… Slither! We’ll be taking a look at all things cold-blooded in this scaly themed week. Campers will have the chance to interact with a variety of reptilian creatures and explore the world of snakes, lizards, and more! | Shark Week (W2 & W6) Get ready to swim with the fishes! In this sea-themed week, campers will dive into the fascinating world of sharks and other marine animals. Join us for a fin-tastic week full of aquatic activities and fishy fun! | Colors 'n Camo (W3 & W7) Discover the variety of colors and camouflage that native Texas critters come in! Campers will look and learn about why some creatures prefer to stand out and why some prefer to blend in. Join us for a week of brightly colored birds, sneaky snakes, and a spectrum of creatures to explore! | Wild West Adventures (W4 & W8) Saddle up for a rootin' tootin' good time! We’ll be taking a step into the rugged hills of our very own backyard. From rodeo games to exploring local wildlife, this camp is a Texan twist of fun and friendship. Y'all won't want to miss this unforgettable week of Hill Country traditions and true-blue camaraderie. | ||
Field Trip (27148 Ranch Rd 12, Dripping Springs, TX 78620) | Field Trip (419 Founders Park Road, Dripping Springs, TX 78620) | Field Trip (22690 Ranch to Market Road 150, Driftwood, TX 78619) | Field Trip
The Pound House @ Founders Memorial Park (419 Founders Park Road, Dripping Springs, TX 78620) | ||
| Bobcat Brigade (8-9) | |||||
Mad Science (W1, W5, & W9) Get your lab coats on, we’re discovering all things science! In this week of camp, we’ll explore physics, chemistry, biology, and beyond! From bubbling reactions to simple machines, we’ll investigate like mad scientists and find some of the many marvels of science! | Urban Detectives (W2 & W6) Have you ever heard a bump in the night? Walked down the street and spotted sets of mysterious pawprints? In this investigative week, campers will look into the wildlife that calls our backyards home. We’ll look into how we can spot different kinds of critters and how they’re able to live in the concrete jungle! | Fossilized Fun (W3 & W7) In a land before time lies a world of prehistoric fun! In this week, campers will explore the Cretaceous period and beyond, taking a look at Texas’ ancient seabed and all of the life that filled its waters. Join us as we look at a world frozen in time! | Dark Sky Discovery (W4 & W8) Ignite the wonders of the cosmos through stargazing, cosmic crafts, and space exploration. Campers will embark on a stellar journey, learning about constellations, planets, and the vastness beyond our atmosphere. Join us for a week of celestial excitement, where the night sky becomes a canvas for cosmic discovery! | ||
Field Trips Weeks 1 & 9 Science Mill (101 S Lady Bird Ln, Johnson City, TX 78636)
Week 5 Austin Nature and Science Center (301 Nature Center Drive | Field Trips Week 2 Zilker Botanical Garden (2220 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746)
Week 6 Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center (24814 Hamilton Pool Road, Round Mountain, TX 78663) | Field Trips Week 3 Jacob's Well (1699 Mt Sharp Rd, Wimberley, TX 78676)
Week 7 Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739) | Field Trips Week 4 Reimer's Ranch (23610 Hamilton Pool Road
Week 8 Pedernales Falls (2585 Park Road 6026 | ||
| Horned Lizards (10-12) | |||||
Fun with Fungi (W1, W5, & W9) Uncover the secret world of fungi as we romp through the woods, enjoy fungus forays, and creative fungal crafts. Campers will dig into the decaying world of these mysterious organisms, from the tiniest spores to towering toadstools. Join us for a week of mycological marvels, where the fun-gi never stops! | Adventureland (W2 & W6) Gear up to get outside! Campers are going to tap into their trailblazing capabilities as they learn how to prepare for hikes, camping, and swimming in the beautiful Pedernales River. Join us for a week of exploring the great outdoors and creating adventures with friends new and old! | Let's Get Botanical (W3 & W7) Explore the magical world of plants through nature walks and floral investigations. Campers will uncover the secrets of our photosynthesizing friends. Join us for a week of botanical beauties, where flowers and curiosity bloom! | Sky High (W4 & W8) Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No! It’s our camper’s curiosity taken flight! Campers will soar through the sky like birds and float along clouds as they discover new heights of our atmosphere. We’ll create our very own birds while learning more about how Texas’ tumultuous weather has shaped our lives! | ||
Field Trips Weeks 1 & 9 Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center (24814 Hamilton Pool Road, Round Mountain, TX 78663)
Week 5 Jacob's Well (1699 Mt Sharp Rd, Wimberley, TX 78676) | Field Trips Week 2 Pedernales Falls (2585 Park Road 6026
Week 6 Reimer's Ranch (23610 Hamilton Pool Road | Field Trips Week 3 Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739)
Week 7 Zilker Botanical Garden (2220 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746) | Field Trips Week 4 Austin Nature and Science Center (301 Nature Center Drive
Week 8 Science Mill (101 S Lady Bird Ln, Johnson City, TX 78636) | ||
Coyote Kids Nature Camp: Counselor in Training Program
The Counselor in Training (CIT) Program oers teens a chance to support camp counselors in leading activities while building leadership and workplace skills. All participants will go through a screening and interview process to ensure they are a good fit for the program and to help them practice valuable interview techniques for the future. Once selected, CITs will complete a two-day training designed to equip them with essential skills for assisting in the camp environment. Placement will be determined by the start at Dripping Springs Ranch Park. After registration, you will receive a confirmation email, and a detailed parent letter will be sent the week before each session. your camper is enrolled in.
When: June – August | Session Time: 8AM – 5PM (Full-Day Experiences)
Age: 13-15 | Cost: $200/2-Week Session | Location: Ranch Park
| Summer Camp Schedule | |
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| Sessions | Dates |
Session 1 | June 1 - 13 (Weeks 1 and 2) |
Session 2 | June 15 - 26 (Weeks 3 and 4) |
Session 3 | June 29 - July 10 (Weeks 5 and 6) |
Session 4 | July 13 - 24 (Weeks 7 and 8) |
Coyote Kids Nature 2025-2026 School Year Sessions | |||||||||||||||||
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| Session | Fall Break Camp | Winter Day Camp | Winter Day Camp | Winter Day Camp | Spring Break Camp | ||||||||||||
| Date(s) | Monday, November 24 - Wednesday, November 26 | Friday, Jan 2 | Monday, 5 | Tuesday, Jan 6 | Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 20 | ||||||||||||
| Drop Deadline (By 5PM): | 11/10/2025 | 12/19/2025 | 12/22/2025 | 12/23/2025 | 3/2/2026 | ||||||||||||
Please call Dripping Springs Ranch Park 512-894-2390 or email camp@cityofdrippingsprings.com if you have questions or need any assistance with registration.
Refund or transfer requests must be received by 5PM 14 days prior to the beginning of the camp session. We are happy to accommodate transfer requests only if the requested session is not at capacity. Credit card or check refunds will be processed within two business days of being received.
• Full Tuition due at time of registration per session.
• $20 Administrative fee applied to any withdrawals/transfers per session per child
• No refunds given to camper withdrawals within 14-days prior to camp session start.
• 100% refund if camp is canceled by the Parks & Community Services Department.
If your camper requires a medication authorization form, download it below! Send completed forms to camp@cityofdrippingsprings.com prior to the camp sessions first day.
| Attachment | Size |
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 Health/Medical Authorization Form | 181.1 KB |
| Standards of Care | 171.52 KB |