Montana Outdoor Science School Summer Camps

Since 1994, MOSS has provided children with the opportunity to learn outdoors in a spirit of adventure that stimulates their natural curiosity. In collaboration with Crosscut, we continue this tradition in 2025.

Our well-loved, week-long camps include various outdoor themes: animals, geology, outdoor skills, water ecology, nature photography, and more!

We look forward to another exciting summer full of learning and adventures in our beautiful Montana home. Be sure to sign up early, as camps fill quickly. Please contact us with any questions at camps@outdoorscience.org.

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Camps

Jun16Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Rock Jocks

6/16/2025 to 6/20/2025
Ages 8 to 10
Unearth and inspect remarkable rocks, identifying mineral specimens, and searching for fossils in one of the most geologically-rich places on earth! Includes field...

Jun16Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Phenomenal Foragers

6/16/2025 to 6/20/2025
Ages 10 to 12
Once you know where to look, nature is full of delicious surprises! Campers will learn how to safely identify edible plants like glacier lilies, huckleberries, wil...

Jun16Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Creatures & Creations

6/16/2025 to 6/20/2025
Ages 6 to 8
Campers will learn to mimic the Ingenious creations of plants and animals, crafting their own masterpieces inspired by the natural world around them.

Jun23Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Indigenous Geology

6/23/2025 to 6/27/2025
Ages 10 to 12
Explore the prehistoric drivelines of the Paradise Valley, discover the meaning behind medicine wheels, and learn the ancient history of SW Montana's peoples and g...

Jun23Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Powerful Predators

6/23/2025 to 6/27/2025
Ages 8 to 10
Explore wildlife and habitat, participate in the Keeper Kids program at the Grizzly Wolf Discovery Center, and spend a night in cabins in the Greater Yellowstone Ec...

Jun23Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Art + Science

6/23/2025 to 6/27/2025
Ages 6 to 8
Campers will learn the ins and outs of the local ecosystem while noticing the beauty in every organism. Identifying and pressing flowers, creating sculptures, and mo...

Jun23Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Lost in MT

6/23/2025 to 6/27/2025
Ages 12 to 15
Experienced MOSS instructors will introduce you to backcountry travel and survival science to help you thrive in the wild! Includes an overnight in the GYE!

Jun24Tue3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Mystical Nature

6/24/2025 to 6/26/2025
Ages 5 to 6
What habitats might frogs, fairies, and fungi share? How do massive trees grow from tiny seeds? Join us to explore the mystical side of nature.

Jun30Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Forged by Fire

6/30/2025 to 7/2/2025
Ages 10 to 12
Investigate the impact of wildfires in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and Work with local wildland firefighters to learn about firefighting techniques and tools.

Jun30Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Engineering in Nature

6/30/2025 to 7/2/2025
Ages 8 to 10
Beavers have built a dam twice the width of the Hoover Dam and one of the largest beaver dams in the world is in Three Forks. Create some of your coolest builds yet!

Jun30Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Nature Detectives

6/30/2025 to 7/2/2025
Ages 6 to 8
Put on your detective hat and take a closer look at our natural world. We'll work together to decipher the stories of the Bridger Mountain inhabitants!

Jul7Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Wildflowers + Wildlife

7/7/2025 to 7/11/2025
Ages 8 to 10
Campers will immerse themselves in the Bridger Mountains, discovering the fascinating plants and animals that share the landscape with us.

Jul7Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Fossil Fanatics

7/7/2025 to 7/11/2025
Ages 6 to 8
Campers will uncover fossils, discover how they formed, and learn how to create their own keepsakes that will last into the future!

Jul7Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Troutin' About

7/7/2025 to 7/11/2025
Ages 10 to 12
Spend the week investigating the underwater inhabitants found in our watershed! Discover their favorite foods, tricky hiding spots, and more.

Jul8Tue3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Buggin’ Out

7/8/2025 to 7/10/2025
Ages 5 to 6
Dig deep for earthworms helping our gardens, spy on bees hard at work visiting flowers, and catch a few macroinvertebrates in the local creeks.

Jul14Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Treasure Hunting 101

7/14/2025 to 7/18/2025
Ages 10 to 12
Pan for gold in Virginia City, hunt for fossils in an ancient seabed, hide your own treasure, and visit local gem stores! Includes field trips!

Jul14Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Streamside Safari

7/14/2025 to 7/18/2025
Ages 8 to 10
Examine the interactions happening at the river, dissect a trout to understand it from the inside out, and discover why different fish prefer different parts of str...

Jul14Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Fishing, Foraging, & Grilling

7/14/2025 to 7/18/2025
Ages 12 to 15
Discover the art of foraging and cooking while learning the best practices for ethically sourcing and preparing delicious backcountry meals!

Jul14Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Art + Science

7/14/2025 to 7/18/2025
Ages 6 to 8
Campers will learn the ins and outs of the local ecosystem while noticing the beauty in every organism. Identifying and pressing flowers, creating sculptures, and mo...

Jul21Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Montanimals

7/21/2025 to 7/25/2025
Ages 6 to 8
Mountain Lions, Tiger Salamanders, and Grizzly Bears! Put your detective skills to work while looking for tracks, scat, skulls, pelts, and all things Montanimals!

Jul21Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Powerful Predators

7/21/2025 to 7/25/2025
Ages 8 to 10
Explore wildlife and habitat, participate in the Keeper Kids program at the Grizzly Wolf Discovery Center, and spend a night in cabins in the Greater Yellowstone Ec...

Jul21Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Surviving the Wild

7/21/2025 to 7/25/2025
Ages 10 to 12
Learn to build a warm fire, construct a sturdy shelter, and determine which plants are helpful or harmful. Learn life-saving survival skills, and put them to the t...

Jul21Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Mystic Lake Backpacking Expedition

7/21/2025 to 7/25/2025
Ages 12 to 15
Five days, 4 nights of exploring the awe-inspiring scenery of the Gallatin Mt Range! Perfect for middle schoolers with hiking and camping experience who are new to...

Jul22Tue3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Wild Things

7/22/2025 to 7/24/2025
Ages 5 to 6
What is a bird of prey’s favorite food? Where do Montana reptiles spend their winter? Do fish need air? Campers will investigate and observe the wild world of living...

Jul28Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Rock Jocks

7/28/2025 to 8/1/2025
Ages 8 to 10
Unearth and inspect remarkable rocks, identifying mineral specimens, and searching for fossils in one of the most geologically-rich places on earth! Includes field t...

Jul28Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Forged by Fire

7/28/2025 to 8/1/2025
Ages 10 to 12
Investigate the impact of wildfires in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and Work with local wildland firefighters to learn about firefighting techniques and tools.

Jul28Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Wonders of Water

7/28/2025 to 8/1/2025
Ages 6 to 8
Discover a whole new world beneath the water's surface! Dig in the sediment, design buoyant water crafts, and beat the summer heat as you explore creeks and ponds.

Jul28Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Lost in MT

7/28/2025 to 8/1/2025
Ages 12 to 15
Experienced MOSS instructors will introduce you to backcountry travel and survival science to help you thrive in the wild! Includes an overnight in the GYE!

Aug4Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Montanimals

8/4/2025 to 8/8/2025
Ages 6 to 8
Mountain Lions, Tiger Salamanders, and Grizzly Bears! Put your detective skills to work while looking for tracks, scat, skulls, pelts, and all things Montanimals!

Aug4Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Troutin' About

8/4/2025 to 8/8/2025
Ages 10 to 12
Spend the week investigating the underwater inhabitants found in our watershed! Discover their favorite foods, tricky hiding spots, and more.

Aug4Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Trails Less Traveled

8/4/2025 to 8/8/2025
Ages 8 to 10
Spend your days exploring off the beaten path! Learn the basics of backcountry etiquette and bear safety while appreciating the tranquility of the trail.

Aug4Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Mount Blackmore Backpacking Expedition

8/4/2025 to 8/8/2025
Ages 12 to 15
Five days, 4 nights of exploring the awe-inspiring scenery of the Mount Blackmore! Perfect for middle schoolers with hiking and camping experience who are new to bac...

Aug5Tue3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Buggin’ Out

8/5/2025 to 8/7/2025
Ages 5 to 6
Dig deep for earthworms helping our gardens, spy on bees hard at work visiting flowers, and catch a few macroinvertebrates in the local creeks.

Aug11Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Engineering in Nature

8/11/2025 to 8/15/2025
Ages 8 to 10
Beavers have built a dam twice the width of the Hoover Dam and one of the largest beaver dams in the world is in Three Forks. Create some of your coolest builds yet...

Aug11Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - More Than a Bug’s Life

8/11/2025 to 8/15/2025
Ages 6 to 8
Fluttering butterflies, armored crickets, hairy spiders, dancing honey bees and more – find out how they survive and are critical to every ecosystem on this planet!

Aug11Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Surviving the Wild

8/11/2025 to 8/15/2025
Ages 10 to 12
Learn to build a warm fire, construct a sturdy shelter, and determine which plants are helpful or harmful. Learn life-saving survival skills, and put them to the t...

Aug11Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature's Canvas

8/11/2025 to 8/15/2025
Ages 12 to 15
Exploration meets creativity in this nature-based art camp. Transform curiosity and observations into drawings and photographs.

Aug12Tue3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Wild Things

8/12/2025 to 8/14/2025
Ages 5 to 6
What is a bird of prey’s favorite food? Where do Montana reptiles spend their winter? Do fish need air? Campers will investigate and observe the wild world of living...

Aug18Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Treasure Hunting 101

8/18/2025 to 8/22/2025
Ages 10 to 12
Pan for gold in Virginia City, hunt for fossils in an ancient seabed, hide your own treasure, and visit local gem stores! Includes field trips!

Aug18Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Streamside Safari

8/18/2025 to 8/22/2025
Ages 8 to 10
Examine the interactions happening at the river, dissect a trout to understand it from the inside out, and discover why different fish prefer different parts of str...

Aug18Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Wonders of Water

8/18/2025 to 8/22/2025
Ages 6 to 8
Discover a whole new world beneath the water's surface! Dig in the sediment, design buoyant water crafts, and beat the summer heat as you explore creeks and ponds.

Aug18Mon3:00 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Backpacking 101

8/18/2025 to 8/22/2025
Ages 10 to 12
Join us to learn the skills, gear, and systems that are critical to staying safe and having fun in the backcountry.