• About us

    Abundant Summers



    At Abundant Summers we create a camp experience that gives children a chance to explore their own worthwhile investigations and just be kids. With a curriculum that is grounded in ecofeminist pedagogy*, we are focused on the practice of social justice and diversity. We are committed to fostering a sense of mindfulness and responsibility in each child. We don't separate kids by age or ability level, rather we support kids in supporting each other. We want families to be able to play together, so while we are geared toward kids ages 4-10, we invite siblings as young as 2 and as old as 14 to be Junior Campers or Future Facilitators.

    Each camp day runs from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm. Free before and after care are available with prior arrangement. Campers shape their camp day. Shared snack and mealtimes shape the outline of the day, and between gathering times, children choose whether to participate in a structured activity like kickball, fishing, or mask-making, or choose to use the unstructured time to build, climb, read, or make art.

    Camp is its own tiny world; a community that we create together every day. We normalize diversity among both campers and counselors across race, age, abilities, and gender. We learn to play inclusively, even when it's unusual or awkward. Fundamentally, we believe that when the adults at Abundant Beginnings are guided by principles of justice and respect, then justice and respect become the guiding principles of our community.

  • Services
    Camps : Adventure Programs, Arts & Crafts, Environmental Ed, Farming, Fishing, Nature Study, Outdoor Skills, Special Needs, Swimming, Theater View more

    Type

    • Day

    Camper Gender

    • Coed

    Cost

    • N/A
  • Locations

     Principal

    Berkeley, CA 94703 Berkeley, CA 94703
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