best 15 programs in Petaluma, CA

Einstein's Workshop is a hands-on community center where kids create, explore, and enjoy Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. During the summer, we offer STEAM camps for kids entering Kindergarten through 9th grade. Camp topics include Minecraft, LEGO robotics, 3D printing, Dungeons&Dragons, science, math, chess, programming, game learning, digital art, making, inventing, and engineering. During the school year we offer classes on the same topics and coach FIRST LEGO League teams. We host birthday parties for lovers of Minecraft, LEGO, and hands-on fun! We also offer drop-in hours for spontaneous play in our STEAM Play Space.

Since 2013, Camp Doodles' Marin Ranch Camp has been providing Bay Area children with the traditional summer camp experience they know and love. With decades of experience behind them, and their "secret sauce" of loving counselors, Camp Doodles has brought the joys of summer camp right to the Bay Area's backyard. The campers get the chance to explore the outdoors and enjoy all the fun activities a traditional summer camp can offer. From hikes through the majestic redwoods to a plunge into the lake, the counselors are always there to guide the campers and make sure they are safe and secure. With experienced staff who have been with the Camp Doodles family for years, you can be sure your child will have the best summer camp experience ever!

YMCA camps offer the perfect opportunity for children to unplug, make new friends and experience nature in a safe and supportive environment. For over a century, YMCA camps have been providing children with an unparalleled opportunity to grow physically, mentally and spiritually. With the highest standards of safety and care, YMCA camps provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can build self-esteem, develop leadership skills, and learn to take responsibility for themselves and the world around them. From adventure activities and team-building activities, to discovering the wonders of nature, YMCA camps are the perfect place for kids to unplug from the digital world and connect with the natural one. With over 300 individual areas of accreditation, including health, safety, personnel, transportation, and facilities, you can rest assured that your child will be in good hands. At YMCA camps, children have the chance to develop essential life skills, make new friends, and experience the joys of the outdoors in a safe and supportive atmosphere. With over a century of experience, YMCA camps are the ideal place for your child to learn, grow, and thrive.