YCNHA July Summer Camp

🌿 Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area Summer Camp 2026 – July Sessions 🌞
***AGES 5-12 years***
Back by popular demand! Campers can continue the adventure with all-new activities and experiences. While weekly themes remain similar, each session features different lessons, challenges, and projects, so campers who attend multiple weeks will enjoy a completely unique experience every time.
📅 July 2026 (Tuesday–Thursday)
✨ Register for one week, two weeks, or all three!
🕣 Drop-Off: 8:30 AM
🕧 Pick-Up: 12:30 PM (required)
📍 Location: Colorado River State Historic Park
🍎 Healthy snacks provided (no lunch)
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🚜 Camp Week #4 – July 7–9, 2026
Engineering the River – Advanced Builders!
A brand-new set of engineering challenges inspired by the Colorado River:
• Designing more complex water systems and structures
• Testing new dam and flow models with different materials
• Hands-on problem-solving challenges and team competitions
• New games, projects, and interactive park exploration
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🌱 Camp Week #5 – July 14–16, 2026
Wetlands & Desert Explorers – Field Scientists!
A deeper dive into the Yuma East Wetlands with all-new activities:
• Investigating ecosystems through hands-on science experiments
• Exploring wildlife adaptations and environmental changes
• Water quality and conservation challenges
• New nature-based games, projects, and guided exploration
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🔒 Camp Week #6 – July 21–23, 2026
Prison Break Challenge – The Next Chapter!
A completely new set of immersive challenges at the Yuma Territorial Prison:
• New escape room-style puzzles and team missions
• Fresh storylines, clues, and problem-solving activities
• Expanded exploration of prison history and untold stories
• Different crafts, games, and interactive experiences
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🔁 Why Come Back for July?
Each week in July is designed with all-new content, so campers who attend both June and July sessions will:
• Experience different activities, challenges, and projects
• Build on skills while exploring new concepts
• Stay engaged with fresh, exciting programming every week
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📋 After Registration
Once registered, you’ll receive an email with required forms:
• Emergency Contact Form
• Medical Information & Release
• Image Release Agreement
• Discipline Policy Agreement
📧 Please complete and return all forms as soon as possible to: [email protected]