Paths & Pages | Nature Camp | Summer Camp | Santa Monica

WHEN IS SUMMER CAMP? WHAT PROGRAMS DO YOU OFFER? WHAT ARE CAMP HOURS?

Mindful Kids Summer Day Camp is for kids entering grades 1-8. We run 9AM-3PM (M-F) & registration is BY-THE-WEEK & costs $875 per kiddo per week.
WHERE DO I DROP-OFF & PICK-UP MY CHILD?

MEETING PLACE MAR VISTA RECREATION CENTER 11430 WOODBINE ST LOS ANGELES, CA 90066 We meet on the corner of Woodbine & McLaughlin outside the soccer field, near the exercise equipment To avoid congestion at the park, please DO NOT PARK in the lot. There is street parking nearby.
WHERE WILL YOU GO? DO YOU SHARE EXACT LOCATION? HOW FAR DO YOU TRAVEL? DO I NEED TO BRING A BOOSTER SEAT?

New spot each day- vast collection of secluded nature spots in the mountains, forests & beaches of Los Angeles, Santa Monica & Malibu Kids choose the location each morning Parents are notified of exact location via group text before we depart Trips will never exceed 90-minutes WE PROVIDE BOOSTER SEATS for those who need them. Please let us know in the AM at drop-off if you prefer your child use a booster in the van.
WHAT ARE THE CAMPER AGES? HOW ARE KIDS GROUPED? WHAT'S THE RATIO OF STAFF TO CAMPERS? CAN MY CHILD RIDE WITH FRIENDS IN THE VAN?

mixed-age groups of up to 12 campers grades 1-8 6:1 ratio 1-2 adult counselors + 1-2 assistants (ages 16+) + 1-4 jr. counselors (ages 12-15) Everyone rides in the same van
WHAT'S A TYPICAL DAY LIKE AT CAMP? WHAT KINDS OF ACTIVITIES WILL MY CHILD BE WORKING ON? DO YOU GO TO THE BEACH? DOES CAMP INCLUDE SWIMMING?

Please visit What to Expect for a sample day & detailed activities We typically do 1-2 beach days per week, if we do any at all. Paths & Pages is not super focused on swimming, but we always choose a beach with a state lifeguard (plus our trained staff) Sometimes the kids don’t want the beach at all & we stick to other nature spots for the week… it totally depends on the campers and what they’re most interested in doing each day Kids should be prepared to swim each day (bathing suit on underneath their clothes) because general water play is always an option during the summer when it's so hot. There are a few small watering holes, streams, creeks & waterfalls that we may visit or the occasional sprinkler or water balloon fight.
WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING TO CAMP? CAN MY CHILD BRING A CELL PHONE?

Please visit What to Bring for a packing list & list of prohibited items No screens. No exceptions.
WHAT IS THE BATHROOM SITUATION LIKE IN THE WILD?

Please encourage kids to use the bathroom before leaving for the park each morning We will have a second bathroom break between 9:45-10AM before we get in the van Bathrooms in the wild are trickier. Some locations have a designated spot, others are not equipped with formal facilities. Staff will support kids thru taking care of business appropriately in the wild (& provide all necessary supplies)
HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CAMP? HOW DOES PAYMENT WORK?

Here's a plain-text version of our registration. You can also register separately via each program webpage. To sign-up for camp, full payment is required up front via cc or paypal
HOW DO I REGISTER MORE THAN ONE CAMPER? DO YOU OFFER A SIBLINGS DISCOUNT? HOW DO I SIGN-UP FOR MULTIPLE WEEKS?

You must register & pay for each child separately To make this easier, you may also email info@pathsandpages.org with your name, child's name & grade, phone number & which dates you would like & we can send you a customized invoice (if there are remaining seats) We offer a 10% siblings discount. Use code: SIBS when registering Siblings discount is for 2+ kids (per household) and cannot be used for unrelated kiddos
WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY? WHAT FORMS DO I NEED TO FILL OUT FOR MY CAMPER?

Generally, we do not offer refunds for summer program. Please visit forms/policies for details You must provide a complete & signed copy of the liability form to participate in any camp program
WHAT IF I CAN'T AFFORD THE COST OF CAMP?

We acknowledge all the choices you have when it comes to sending your child to summer camp & we trust you to make the best choices for your family. We purposefully serve ONLY up to 12 KIDS PER WEEK to create a truly unique & meaningful experience If your intention is childcare, other camps may be able provide a more flexible rate Specialty Summer Day Camp rounds out to be $29/hr per child (comparable to most babysitters in the area) We always try our best not to turn anyone away due to lack of funds, especially if you're a repeat client Please send an email to ashley@pathsandpages.org describing your financial hardship & we'll do our best to accommodate you
COVID-19: ARE COUNSELORS VACCINATED? DOES MY CHILD NEED TO BE VACCINATED TO ATTEND CAMP?

While the majority of our community has chosen to be vaccinated, mandatory VACCINATIONS ARE NOT and NEVER WILL BE a requirement to attend our programs We trust you to make your own decisions regarding the health and safety of your family COVID-19 Safety Protocol Details
COVID-19: WILL YOU WEAR FACE-COVERINGS? WHAT IS THE CAMP FACE-COVERING POLICY?

Counselors are required to wear an approved N-95 face covering in the van Everyone is required to wear a face covering in the van Face coverings are NOT REQUIRED OUTDOORS COVID-19 Safety Protocol Details
COVID-19: WHAT IF MY CHILD (OR SOMEONE IN MY FAMILY) IS SICK / EXPOSED / TESTS POSITIVE?

Parents are expected to screen kids daily for signs & symptoms to prevent exposure If your child is sick, tests positive or someone you've been in contact with tests positive for Covid-19, you must inform Director immediately You family will not be allowed to attend Paths & Pages programs until: It has been at least 10 days since symptoms first appeared AND at least 24 hours with no fever without fever-reducing medication AND symptoms have improved AND you receive two negative test results in a row, at least 24 hours apart. You will be issued credit for missed program day (with proof of positive Covid-19 test) If Paths & Pages has to close due to exposure, you will be issued credit for missed program day COVID-19 Safety Protocol Details