Nature Programs:
Summer Nature Programs
Nature Camps
Ages 6 - 11 Weekly from June 9th - July 25th 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Nature is all around us, and in San Ramon there is so much to explore! From solar oven s’mores and animal tracking to splash days on the playground; campers learn real life skills and explore nature with games, crafts, and fun lessons on wilderness survival, natural history, field biology, environmental science and more! No week is the same, come back all summer for nature-filled fun! Details on each week's activities at: cityofsanramon.info/naturecamps
$170/week. June 9 - July 25, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
More information on all weeks of Camp and to Register
Field Biology Science Camp
Ages 6 - 14 August 4 - 8 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a field biologist? Wonder no longer! Campers will be led by trained, professional biologists in this week of engaging, fun science camp that also builds real life science skills and provides a window into career options for field biologists.
$500 Ages 6 - 14 August 4 - 8 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Register Here
Fall Nature Programs
Fall Programs (September - November 2025)
Note: Registration for Fall 2025 programs opens 8/18/2025, nothing will show in CivicRec prior to 8/18/2025
Nature Storytime at Crow Canyon Gardens
Each story time consists of a nature themed story, craft, and either a game or song. While all ages are welcome, Nature Story Time was designed for ages 0 - 5 years of age in mind. Meet at the picnic tables of Crow Canyon Gardens. Follow up story time with a nature walk in the garden and enjoy the peaceful, natural setting. $8.00 per story time or bundle for $25 no pro-rating available.
Registration opens 8/18/2025
Themes
Nature Storytime Bundle Fridays Oct 3 -31 #32625
Nature Storytime: Bats Friday 10/3 #32626
Nature Storytime: Owls Friday 10/10 #32627
Nature Storytime: Coyotes Friday 10/17 #32630
Nature Storytime: Skunks Friday 10/24 #32631
Nature Storytime: Spiders Friday 10/31 #32632 Halloween Special (come in costume)
Teen Environmental Stewardship and Service Learning
Ages 14 - 17
Become a leader in environmental stewardship, earn volunteer service hours, build your portfolio, connect with nature, and meet new friends. Teens will meet weekly for four weeks to learn about environmental stewardship and science communication, a crucial skill for students interested in going into the fields of STEM, Education, or Journalism. Teens will create a capstone project they can put in their college portfolios while connecting with nature, gaining volunteer hours, and most importantly- having fun!
Meeting Dates are Mondays 4:30 - 6:30 pm on October 6, 20, 27 and November 3
Students who complete the program and their capstone projects will receive a certificate of completion and 8 volunteer hours.
Capstone project will be an interactive educational activity based on concepts learned during the program.
Students will spend a portion of each session outdoors at Forest Home Farms, so please dress in layers.
($100): Mondays from 4:30 - 6:00 pm (October 6, 20, 27 and November 3) - Registration opens 8/18/2025