2024 Summer Camp is Full

Trees and creeks! Swimming pools! Bikes! Muddy confectionary! Arts and crafts! These are the hallmarks of summer. At Prickly Pears we enjoy all this and more! We make space for child-led exploration and uninterrupted play to foster independence, confidence, and inclusion.

Prickly Pears offers 2- and 3-day programs which can be combined for a 5-day schedule. Consistency and time are key for children to make meaningful relationships, settle into a rhythm, and grow. For that reason, we ask that you commit to at least 3 weeks of camp.

NEW! Learn to Ride Mondays! On Mondays we will be working on bike skills: riders will get comfortable balancing then work towards pedaling. Is your child already a confident rider? Great! They will be paired with a less experienced rider to mentor, encourage, and support them!

Discounts available for siblings. We have space for up to 8-12 campers per day. Please note a $50 non-refundable deposit will be required. The remainder of the balance will be due June 1.


children at summer camp using recycled materials to make caterpillars out of egg cartons
three children pretending to ride a stick like a broom running through a field at a city park

Week 1: July 8-12

Week 2: July 15-19

Week 3: July 22-26

Week 4: July 29 - August 2

Week 5: August 5-9

Week 6: August 12-16

Little Pears

  • 2 Days per Week

  • Tuesday/Thursday (Park Days)

  • 9am-3pm

  • Ages 3-8

  • Location: Tower Grove Park

  • 3 Days per Week

  • Monday (Bike Skills)/Wednesday (Pool Day)/Friday (Bike Ride to Children’s Concert)

  • 9am-3pm

  • Ages 4-8

  • Location:

    • Monday & Friday @ Tower Grove Park

    • Wednesday drop off/pickup will be Marquette Park

Prickly Pedals