Pirates & Mermaids Camp

Ahoy, mateys and mer-friends! Prepare to set sail for a week of ocean magic and seaside adventure at Treadwell Arena’s Pirates & Mermaids Camp. Campers will dive into imaginative play and explore the wonders of Sandy Beach and Treadwell Mine Historic Trail in search of long-lost treasure. They will also be creating a special ocean-themed craft to take home as a keepsake from their seaside adventure.

Dates: June 8 – 12
Time: 1 – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Treadwell Arena
Age: 5 – 6 years
Fee: $147 + tax

For questions, please contact Dyana at 907-586-0410.

Real World DnD

Step into a world of adventure at the ZGYC Real World DND Camp where imagination leads the way! Campers will create characters, practice storytelling, and make their own foam weapons and costumes. If your child enjoys guided gameplay and has a passion for all creative things, this camp is for them.

Date: June 1 – 5
Time: 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Zach Gordon Youth Center
Age: 7 – 11 years
Fee: $147 + tax

For questions, please email Rachel.

Eco Explorers

From trees to tidepools and rocky shores the ZGYC will be taking youth on guided hikes and walks to learn about our local wildlife, ecosystems, and plants! There will be games engaging activities to spark curiosity and environmental awareness.

Date: June 29 – July 2
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Zach Gordon Youth Center
Age: 7 – 11 years
Fee: $210 + tax

For questions, please email Rachel.

Art Outside 

An art camp blended with time spent outside! The Zach Gordon Youth Center invites youth to create art inspired by the beautiful hues and textures that surround us through mixed media, natural materials and more!

Date: June 22 – 26
Time: 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Zach Gordon Youth Center
Age: 7 – 11 years
Fee: $147 + tax

For questions, please email Rachel.

Community Stewardship Camp 

The Zach Gordon Youth Center invites your child to discover the joy of giving back to their community. Campers will meet and volunteer with a variety of local community partners in the form of service projects and in person volunteering. This camp aims to teach empathy, teamwork, responsibility, and confidence.

Date: July 27 – 31
Time: 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Zach Gordon Youth Center
Age: 7 – 11 years
Fee: $147 + tax

For questions, please email Rachel.

Gather & Harvest

At Gather and Harvest Camp, campers will connect with nature through mindful harvesting of local plants and traditional herbs. Guided activities will teach how to safely and respectfully harvest while learning the history of the area and traditional uses for what we gather.

Date: August 3 – 7
Time: 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Zach Gordon Youth Center
Age: 7 – 11 years
Fee: $147 + tax

For questions, please email Rachel.

Float It! Build It! Camp

Build, create, and set sail! In this hands on building camp, campers will be introduced to basic woodworking and construction skills as they build and paint their own wooden toolbox to take home. Using creativity and teamwork, campers will also design and construct cardboard boats and structures while learning what makes them strong and float-worthy. The week ends with an exciting Boat Regatta, where campers test their creations in a fun and celebratory race. No experience needed! Just imagination and a love for building! 

Dates: June 22 – 26
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Treadwell Arena
Age: 7-11 years
Fee: $147 + tax

For questions, please contact Dyana at 907-586-0410.

Camera Speaks

This camp will teach youth to learn about digital cameras, digital camera techniques while doing a photovoice project of their choosing. This camp will end with an art show for families and prints of their photographs to take with them!

Date: July 20 – 24
Time: 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Place: Zach Gordon Youth Center
Age: 8 – 11 years old
Fee: $147 + tax

For questions, please email Rachel.

Dimond Park Adventure Camps

At Dimond Park Adventure Camp, join us to swim and play water games at Dimond Park Aquatic Center, move at Dimond Park Field House, explore your mind and space at Mendenhall Valley Public Library, and investigate surrounding trails, all in one camp!

Session 1: May 26 -29 (4 days)
Session 2: June 15 – 18 (4 days)
Session 3: July 6 – 10 (5 days)
Session 4: July 27 – 31 (5 days)

Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Drop Off: Dimond Park Aquatic Center
Pick Up: Dimond Park Field House
Age: 8 – 12 years
Fee: $136 + tax (4-day camp) or $170 + tax (5-day camp)

For questions, please contact Ellen Johnston at 907-586-0839 ext. 4148

Soar & Explore Camp

Get ready for a week of big Alaska adventures! Soar & Explore Camp is designed for curious explorers who love being outdoors and trying new things. Campers will ride the Goldbelt Tram for sky-high views, hike and explore the trails at Eaglecrest, and venture out to different places in Juneau and Douglas. To balance out our outdoor adventures, campers will also enjoy a fun day at the pool to relax, play, and cool off. This camp focuses on exploration, teamwork, and building confidence while experiencing some of Juneau’s most iconic locations. Campers should come ready for walking, light hiking, and plenty of fresh air as they make new friends and create unforgettable summer memories. 

Dates: July 6-10
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Treadwell Arena
Age: 8-12 years
Fee: $262.50 + tax

For questions, please contact Dyana at 907-586-0410.

Pottery Camp for Youth 10-13

The ZGYC Pottery Camp introduces youth to the fundamentals of ceramics through age-appropriate projects. Campers will learn clay preparation, hand-building, wheel throwing, glazing, kiln firing, all while expressing their artistic ideas. Each camper will leave camp at the end of the week with a finished ceramic piece and a deeper understanding of pottery!

Date: June 15 – 18
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Zach Gordan Youth Center
Age: 10 – 13 years
Fee: $147 + tax

For questions, please email Rachel.