SUMMER CAMPS
Ages: 3–5
(around 8 campers per week)
China Camp, Lake Lagunitas & San Anselmo
Optional Extended Day at China Camp
(until 3PM for up to 4 campers)
“Children see the world the way nature intended: upside down, muddy, and full of wonder.”
Snails & Turkey Tails offers immersive summer nature camps in Marin County for children ages 3–5. Our play-based program weaves together outdoor exploration, forest and beach adventures, and hands-on learning to nurture curiosity, confidence, and a deep connection to the natural world.
Each day unfolds with a gentle rhythm of hiking, free play, creative projects, and imaginative discovery. Campers might spend the morning searching for crabs along the shoreline, building fairy homes in the forest, or mixing potions in a mud kitchen—no two days are ever the same.
CAMP DETAILS
Join us for week-long sessions, Monday through Friday, from June through August. Families are welcome to enroll in multiple weeks—each session offers new experiences, seasonal themes, and fresh adventures.
OUR LOCATIONS
This year, we’re trying something new and will be meeting at three different locations! Our meeting spots rotate depending on the week, giving children the opportunity to explore a variety of natural environments and experiences throughout the program.
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Near downtown San Anselmo with a once weekly off-site fieldtrip to nearby open space.
Every week campers explore new topics and earn Wilderness Explorer Badges that they create themselves! At Snails & Turkey Tails summer camps, learning happens through play and adventure and every day is filled with new, and favorite, activities. Just as in nature, every week is interconnected and while we may focus on one aspect of the natural world, we discover how everything is ultimately connected.
Our days are each a little different, shaped by the landscape, and the interests of the children—but always rooted in connection, play, and time in nature.
Spots are limited—reserve your child’s place today!
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program
AGES 13-16
The Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program at Snails & Turkey Tails is designed for teens who enjoy working with young children and want hands-on experience in a nature-based early childhood setting.
Rooted in a play-based, outdoor philosophy, this program gives participants the opportunity to build leadership skills while supporting campers ages 3–6 in a safe, nurturing environment.CITs help guide daily camp activities such as nature walks, storytelling, and creative exploration using natural materials. They learn how to model positive behavior, assist with group transitions, and gently support children’s social-emotional development.
Throughout the session, CITs receive mentorship and feedback from the lead teacher, with opportunities to reflect on their experiences and develop confidence in working with young children. They also gain practical skills in communication, teamwork, and basic risk awareness in outdoor settings. CITs earn a stipend of $200/week. To apply for a summer 2026 CIT position, please complete our short intake form.
REGISTER FOR CAMP
TOOL STATION
SLACK LINE
TRAIL RIDES
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
HAMMOCK & TENT
MUD KITCHEN
BEACH DAYS
June 8-12 at Lake Lagunitas
June 15-19 at China Camp
June 22-26 at Lake Lagunitas
June 29-July 3 at China Camp
July 13-17 at China Camp
NEW: July 20-24 in San Anselmo
July 27-31at China Camp
August 3-7 at China Camp
August 10-14 at Lake Lagunitas
August 17-21 at China Camp
August 24-28 at Lake Lagunitas
"We’ve been incredibly impressed with Snails and Turkey Tails. It’s been such a gift to have our son in a camp set in such a stunning natural environment, guided by thoughtful, trustworthy, and genuinely caring camp leaders. We’re so grateful for the experience this program is giving him."
- Parent of a 4-year-old camper