Montana Outdoor Science School Summer Camps

These well-loved, week-long camps include various outdoor themes: animals, geology, outdoor skills, water ecology, nature photography and more. Montana Outdoor Science School looks 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 email education@outdoorscience.org with any questions.

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Crosscut Mountain Sports Center, 16621 Bridger Canyon Rd, Bozeman, Montana 59715

Camps

Jun15Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Rock Jocks

6/15/2026 to 6/19/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Piece together stories of the past while unearthing and inspecting remarkable rocks, identifying mineral specimens, and searching for fossils.

Jun15Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Rock Jocks

6/15/2026 to 6/19/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Piece together stories of the past while unearthing and inspecting remarkable rocks, identifying mineral specimens, and searching for fossils.

Jun15Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Forces of Nature

6/15/2026 to 6/19/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Learn how natural phenomena such as wildfire, flooding, landslides, and wind can shape the world around us. Visit local sites and gain a deeper understanding of na...

Jun15Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Creatures & Creations

6/15/2026 to 6/19/2026
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.

Jun15Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Forces of Nature

6/15/2026 to 6/19/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Learn how natural phenomena such as wildfire, flooding, landslides, and wind can shape the world around us. Visit local sites and gain a deeper understanding of na...

Jun15Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Creatures & Creations

6/15/2026 to 6/19/2026
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.

Jun22Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Art + Science

6/22/2026 to 6/26/2026
Ages 6 to 8
Campers will learn the ins and outs of the local ecosystem while noticing the beauty in every organism. This camp is all about learning and creating.

Jun22Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Powerful Predators

6/22/2026 to 6/26/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Chop, bite, or chew—what are those sharp teeth used for? Determine which local species are predators and investigate their prey.

Jun22Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Stories of the Valley

6/22/2026 to 6/26/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Explore significant sites in the Gallatin Valley and piece together the stories of southwest Montana's peoples and landscapes.

Jun22Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Art + Science

6/22/2026 to 6/26/2026
Ages 6 to 8
Campers will learn the ins and outs of the local ecosystem while noticing the beauty in every organism. This camp is all about learning and creating.

Jun22Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Powerful Predators

6/22/2026 to 6/26/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Chop, bite, or chew—what are those sharp teeth used for? Determine which local species are predators and investigate their prey.

Jun22Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Stories of the Valley

6/22/2026 to 6/26/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Explore significant sites in the Gallatin Valley and piece together the stories of southwest Montana's peoples and landscapes.

Jun22Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature's Canvas

6/22/2026 to 6/26/2026
Ages 12 to 15
Exploration meets creativity in this nature-based art camp. Transform your curiosity and observations into sketches and paintings.

Jun22Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature's Canvas

6/22/2026 to 6/26/2026
Ages 12 to 15
Exploration meets creativity in this nature-based art camp. Transform your curiosity and observations into sketches and paintings.

Jun23Tue2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Mystical Nature

6/23/2026 to 6/25/2026
Ages 4 to 5
Join us to explore the mystical side of nature while putting our engineering and science skills to the test!

Jun23Tue2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Mystical Nature

6/23/2026 to 6/25/2026
Ages 4 to 5
Join us to explore the mystical side of nature while putting our engineering and science skills to the test!

Jun29Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Trails Less Traveled

6/29/2026 to 7/1/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Spend your days exploring off the beaten path! Learn the basics of backcountry
etiquette and bear safety while appreciating the tranquility of the trail.

Jun29Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Nature Detectives

6/29/2026 to 7/1/2026
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!

Jun29Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Arthropod Adventures

6/29/2026 to 7/1/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Crawl your way across Crosscut in search of members of the arthropod group! Get to know these invertebrates' adaptations, habitats, and life-cycles.

Jun29Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Trails Less Traveled

6/29/2026 to 7/1/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Spend your days exploring off the beaten path! Learn the basics of backcountry
etiquette and bear safety while appreciating the tranquility of the trail.

Jun29Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Nature Detectives

6/29/2026 to 7/1/2026
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!

Jun29Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Arthropod Adventures

6/29/2026 to 7/1/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Crawl your way across Crosscut in search of members of the arthropod group! Get to know these invertebrates' adaptations, habitats, and life-cycles.

Jul6Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Fossil Fanatics

7/6/2026 to 7/10/2026
Ages 6 to 8
Campers will uncover fossils, discover how they formed, and learn more about Gallatin Valley geology through hands-on activities.

Jul6Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Fossil Fanatics

7/6/2026 to 7/10/2026
Ages 6 to 8
Campers will uncover fossils, discover how they formed, and learn more about Gallatin Valley geology through hands-on activities.

Jul6Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Wildflowers + Wildlife

7/6/2026 to 7/10/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Campers will immerse themselves in the Bridger Mountains, discovering the fascinating plants and animals that share the landscape with us.

Jul6Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Troutin About

7/6/2026 to 7/10/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Spend the week investigating the underwater inhabitants found in our watershed. Spend a day practicing your fly fishing skills with a local guide!

Jul6Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Wildflowers + Wildlife

7/6/2026 to 7/10/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Campers will immerse themselves in the Bridger Mountains, discovering the fascinating plants and animals that share the landscape with us.

Jul6Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Troutin About

7/6/2026 to 7/10/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Spend the week investigating the underwater inhabitants found in our watershed. Spend a day practicing your fly fishing skills with a local guide!

Jul7Tue2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Buggin' Out

7/7/2026 to 7/9/2026
Ages 4 to 5
Dig deep for earthworms helping our gardens, spy on bees hard at work visiting flowers, and catch a few macroinvertebrates in the local creeks.

Jul7Tue2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Buggin' Out

7/7/2026 to 7/9/2026
Ages 4 to 5
Dig deep for earthworms helping our gardens, spy on bees hard at work visiting flowers, and catch a few macroinvertebrates in the local creeks.

Jul13Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Rock Jocks

7/13/2026 to 7/17/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Piece together stories of the past while unearthing and inspecting remarkable rocks, identifying mineral specimens, and searching for fossils.

Jul13Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Rock Jocks

7/13/2026 to 7/17/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Piece together stories of the past while unearthing and inspecting remarkable rocks, identifying mineral specimens, and searching for fossils.

Jul13Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Jr. Naturalist

7/13/2026 to 7/17/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Earn a MOSS Jr Naturalist certificate through a week of hands-on learning. Naturalists follow curiosity and study their environment through detailed observations i...

Jul13Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Wonders of Water

7/13/2026 to 7/17/2026
Ages 6 to 8
Discover a whole new world beneath the water's surface! Have you ever seen a net-spinning caddisfly or a predatory dragon fly larvae?

Jul13Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Jr. Naturalist

7/13/2026 to 7/17/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Earn a MOSS Jr Naturalist certificate through a week of hands-on learning. Naturalists follow curiosity and study their environment through detailed observations i...

Jul13Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Wonders of Water

7/13/2026 to 7/17/2026
Ages 6 to 8
Discover a whole new world beneath the water's surface! Have you ever seen a net-spinning caddisfly or a predatory dragon fly larvae?

Jul13Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Lost in MT

7/13/2026 to 7/17/2026
Ages 12 to 15
In this camp, experienced MOSS instructors will introduce you to backcountry travel and outdoor skills to help you thrive in the wild! This camp includes an overni...

Jul13Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Lost in MT

7/13/2026 to 7/17/2026
Ages 12 to 15
In this camp, experienced MOSS instructors will introduce you to backcountry travel and outdoor skills to help you thrive in the wild! This camp includes an overni...

Jul20Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Treasure Hunting 101

7/20/2026 to 7/24/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Why is Montana called the Treasure State? Learn about Montana's rich history through it's intriguing geology!

Jul20Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Treasure Hunting 101

7/20/2026 to 7/24/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Why is Montana called the Treasure State? Learn about Montana's rich history through it's intriguing geology!

Jul20Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Trails Less Traveled

7/20/2026 to 7/24/2026
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.

Jul20Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Montanimals

7/20/2026 to 7/24/2026
Ages 6 to 8
We share the outdoors with amazing creatures, large and small! Why do these animals call Montana home? Put your detective skills to work while looking for Montana an...

Jul20Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Trails Less Traveled

7/20/2026 to 7/24/2026
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.

Jul20Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Montanimals

7/20/2026 to 7/24/2026
Ages 6 to 8
We share the outdoors with amazing creatures, large and small! Why do these animals call Montana home? Put your detective skills to work while looking for Montana an...

Jul21Tue2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Wild Things

7/21/2026 to 7/23/2026
Ages 4 to 5
In this session, campers will investigate and observe the wild world of living creatures!

Jul21Tue2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Wild Things

7/21/2026 to 7/23/2026
Ages 4 to 5
In this session, campers will investigate and observe the wild world of living creatures!

Jul27Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Art + Science

7/27/2026 to 7/31/2026
Ages 6 to 8
Campers will learn the ins and outs of the local ecosystem while noticing the beauty in every organism. This camp is all about learning and creating.

Jul27Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Surviving the Wild

7/27/2026 to 7/31/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Join us to learn life-saving survival skills, and put them to the test while exploring the outdoors and spending the night in cabins in the Greater Yellowstone Eco...

Jul27Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Streamside Safari

7/27/2026 to 7/31/2026
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...

Jul27Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Art + Science

7/27/2026 to 7/31/2026
Ages 6 to 8
Campers will learn the ins and outs of the local ecosystem while noticing the beauty in every organism. This camp is all about learning and creating.

Jul27Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Surviving the Wild

7/27/2026 to 7/31/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Join us to learn life-saving survival skills, and put them to the test while exploring the outdoors and spending the night in cabins in the Greater Yellowstone Eco...

Jul27Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Streamside Safari

7/27/2026 to 7/31/2026
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...

Jul27Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Fishing, Foraging, Grilling

7/27/2026 to 7/31/2026
Ages 12 to 15
Discover the art of foraging and cooking while learning the best practices for ethically sourcing and preparing delicious backcountry meals!

Jul27Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Fishing, Foraging, Grilling

7/27/2026 to 7/31/2026
Ages 12 to 15
Discover the art of foraging and cooking while learning the best practices for ethically sourcing and preparing delicious backcountry meals!

Aug3Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Powerful Predators

8/3/2026 to 8/7/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Chop, bite, or chew—what are those sharp teeth used for? Determine which local species are predators and investigate their prey.

Aug3Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Montanimals

8/3/2026 to 8/7/2026
Ages 6 to 8
We share the outdoors with amazing creatures, large and small! Why do these animals call Montana home? Put your detective skills to work while looking for Montana anim...

Aug3Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Surviving the Wild

8/3/2026 to 8/7/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Join us to learn life-saving survival skills, and put them to the test while exploring the outdoors and spending the night in cabins in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosy...

Aug3Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Powerful Predators

8/3/2026 to 8/7/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Chop, bite, or chew—what are those sharp teeth used for? Determine which local species are predators and investigate their prey.

Aug3Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Montanimals

8/3/2026 to 8/7/2026
Ages 6 to 8
We share the outdoors with amazing creatures, large and small! Why do these animals call Montana home? Put your detective skills to work while looking for Montana anim...

Aug3Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Surviving the Wild

8/3/2026 to 8/7/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Join us to learn life-saving survival skills, and put them to the test while exploring the outdoors and spending the night in cabins in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosy...

Aug4Tue2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Buggin' Out

8/4/2026 to 8/6/2026
Ages 4 to 5
Dig deep for earthworms helping our gardens, spy on bees hard at work visiting flowers, and catch a few macroinvertebrates in the local creeks.

Aug4Tue2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Buggin' Out

8/4/2026 to 8/6/2026
Ages 4 to 5
Dig deep for earthworms helping our gardens, spy on bees hard at work visiting flowers, and catch a few macroinvertebrates in the local creeks.

Aug10Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Treasure Hunting 101

8/10/2026 to 8/14/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Why is Montana called the Treasure State? Learn about Montana's rich history through it's intriguing geology!

Aug10Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Treasure Hunting 101

8/10/2026 to 8/14/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Why is Montana called the Treasure State? Learn about Montana's rich history through it's intriguing geology!

Aug10Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - More than a Bug's Life

8/10/2026 to 8/14/2026
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!

Aug10Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Engineering in Nature

8/10/2026 to 8/14/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Did you know beavers have built a dam twice the width of the Hoover Dam? Take inspiration from nature's engineers to create some of your coolest builds yet!

Aug10Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - More than a Bug's Life

8/10/2026 to 8/14/2026
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!

Aug10Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Engineering in Nature

8/10/2026 to 8/14/2026
Ages 8 to 10
Did you know beavers have built a dam twice the width of the Hoover Dam? Take inspiration from nature's engineers to create some of your coolest builds yet!

Aug10Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Lost in MT

8/10/2026 to 8/14/2026
Ages 12 to 15
In this camp, experienced MOSS instructors will introduce you to backcountry travel and outdoor skills to help you thrive in the wild! This camp includes an overni...

Aug10Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Lost in MT

8/10/2026 to 8/14/2026
Ages 12 to 15
In this camp, experienced MOSS instructors will introduce you to backcountry travel and outdoor skills to help you thrive in the wild! This camp includes an overni...

Aug17Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Jr. Naturalist

8/17/2026 to 8/21/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Earn a MOSS Jr Naturalist certificate through a week of hands-on learning. Naturalists follow curiosity and study their environment through detailed observations i...

Aug17Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Wonders of Water

8/17/2026 to 8/21/2026
Ages 6 to 8
Discover a whole new world beneath the water's surface! Have you ever seen a net-spinning caddisfly or a predatory dragon fly larvae?

Aug17Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Trails Less Traveled

8/17/2026 to 8/21/2026
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.

Aug17Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Streamside Safari

8/17/2026 to 8/21/2026
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...

Aug17Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Jr. Naturalist

8/17/2026 to 8/21/2026
Ages 10 to 12
Earn a MOSS Jr Naturalist certificate through a week of hands-on learning. Naturalists follow curiosity and study their environment through detailed observations i...

Aug17Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Wonders of Water

8/17/2026 to 8/21/2026
Ages 6 to 8
Discover a whole new world beneath the water's surface! Have you ever seen a net-spinning caddisfly or a predatory dragon fly larvae?

Aug17Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Nature Camp: Trails Less Traveled

8/17/2026 to 8/21/2026
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.

Aug17Mon2:30 PM

Montana Outdoor Science School - Streamside Safari

8/17/2026 to 8/21/2026
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...