I found my home here at farm camp. AS long as your kid doesn't mind a little dirt or poop, this is…read morea perfect home away from home.

I have been going to this sleepaway camp and it is my favorite place in the world. I have friends…read morethere that I see every summer and the food and activities are also so fun. I highly recommend this camp to anyone who loves animals and is not afraid of a little dirt. This camp has taught me independence, gotten me to eat a bigger variety of foods, and just been overall awesome. Going back for my fifth year this Summer!

My son and niece had the best week last week at A-1 Horse Programs at Owen Ranch in Middletown…read more Helen, the ranch owner, and the instructor knew what each kid needed to be successful in their horsemanship journey, whether it was confidence, courage, encouragement, discipline, etc, she was there to provide what each kid needed to succeed. I was so impressed with her innate ability to understand the needs of the kids and provide what was needed at the moment to get the best results. It was really hot while we were there, like triple digits hot! The kids were hot and tired after each day, but they were still excited about camp and eager to go back each morning. Helen and her assistant Sam were good about keeping an eye on the kids and cooling them down frequently with a hose down, which the kids loved, lol. The kids also absolutely adored their horses. Both horses were very sweet and gentle. The kids loved rewarding their horses at the end of each day with an apple. From day one the kids were hands-on learning how to properly care for their horse and prepare it for a ride. On the very first day they learned how to securely tie it to a post when not being ridden and not in a pen, they learned how to harness and lead their horse out of the pen, they learned how to brush their horse before saddling, they learned how to bridle and saddle their horses. They learned how to walk their horses to warm them up before a ride, they learned how to properly hose a hot horse down to cool it down after a ride in hot temps. They did all that and still had some arena time so that they were also able to learn how to properly control their horse. Day 2 they did all their horse prep and care then had some arena time to strengthen riding skills and then they were off for a trail ride that was about an hour long. The rest of the week was about the same with the kids in the saddle a good 2 hours each day. On the 4th day they learned how to wash the horses and the last day was dedicated to a show the kids put on for the parents to show how well they had learned to direct their horses. On his first day my son was slouching in his saddle and saying he couldn't do a lot of what was asked of him. By mid-week his riding posture was greatly improved and Helen had him saying "I can, instead of I can't" She told him if he could control a 1000 lb horse at just 7 years old, he could do anything! I hope he remembers that forever! He was even excited to carry his horse's rather heavy saddle by himself by the end of the week because he knew he could do anything. Thank you Helen for the best week we had all summer, we will be back.

This place exceeded our expectations! Our non-equestrian family had an amazing time at the ranch…read more Helen was a patient, well versed trainer. She welcomed us to play with the goats while she saddled the horses. She matched us perfectly with the horses, from my 6'4" husband, my 60+ yr old mother, and my elementary age children. She was great with instruction and safety, and the trail ride, which included a walk through the running water was an hour perfectly spent. She even took photos that she shared with us at the end of the experience. Incredible customer service. Absolutely worth every penny!

What an incredible summer! My 13 yr old niece went to Resident Camp this summer and had the time of…read moreher life! She has never done a sleep away camp before and she was VERY nervous about spending time away from her family. (And her freeking phone.) The staff there did such a great job calming her nerves and tackling her fears. She sent us a letter telling us she didn't ever want to leave. I have never heard someone talk about a zip line so much. Her counselor Reef was fantastic. We can't wait to sign her up for next summer! Thank you for teaching her there are much better things in this world than spending all your time on your phone. She will walk into middle school this year with a bold new outlook and camp friends too.

I feel like parents should know the teen leaders they employ are from some summer study abroad…read more program and are boys sent here from other countries (New Zealand, Australia, etc.) and they aren't allowed to disclose their names (my daughter's camp leader was named "Cobra"). I didn't feel comfortable with this arrangement and am glad I didn't sign my daughter up for sleep-away camp. She enjoyed the day camp but the staff seemed more concerned with protecting themselves rather than allowing parents to protect their children. I was expecting some nice local horse riding girls to mentor her and instead had to leave her with boys who wouldn't tell me their names. She won't be back.

This was our daughter's first year, and she had to miss the 1st two days due to allergy symptoms…read more(with Covid concerns we/they were being extra cautious) but she ended up having a great time. She made some friends and did some crafts. The counselors were enthusiastic and seemed responsible. The campus was beautiful. Seemed very well-run and we were happy with it! We recommended another family check it out, they did, and they want to try 2 weeks there!

Awesome camp. Just register your kids for a single day and you can drop them off anytime you want…read morewithout reservations. We've sent our son Ryan there for a few summers now and he's really enjoyed it. The couselors are always awesome. The food is healthy and the kids have a great time. We were really disappointed that they stopped doing the crepe thing... our son loved it. Also the bathtub carts broke which were super fun for them. Given the cost of a day of camp it was a little sad that they don't have those things before. Camp has gone from $2000 a season to $2400 a season so it's not cheap, or $79 per day if you don't go by the season. You can also buy 20 packs at $69 a day. The drop off and pickup is pretty easy. The kids do lots of projects that get emailed to the parents, which is pretty cool. Great camp and we've had great experiences with them. Our child loves the camp and the staff. Friday's are the most fun day so if you only have your child go once in a while, those days have the special activities usually.

Gymnastics for the sheer joy of it!: Our (then) 5-year-old daughter absolutely LOVED her gymnastics…read moreclass & also the free-play session on Saturdays at 11:15am. Sergey, the owner, is a serious athlete who once performed in the famed Moscow Circus & has also trained many serious athletes -- including a couple of Olympians. Yet, he also creates an easy rapport with children, hires excellent coaches & staff, & believes that gymnastics, movement arts & circus arts should be healthful & FUN. His programs are rigorous & disciplined, but also accessible & enjoyable. Sergey also continues to maintain a clientele of child & adult athletes to whom he provides one-on-one training. I especially enjoy the circus arts component of Sergey's curriculum. Watching kids juggle various objects, twirl plates on sticks, & tumble through hoops is a joy to onlookers & also for them. The facility -- a former warehouse space on Mill Street in Healdsburg -- is bright, spacious, & chock-full of fun stuff & gymnastics equipment. Parents who need to occupy their infants & toddlers while their older children take a class can climb up the stairs to the loft with the little ones for a lively assortments of mats, jungle gyms, equipment & toys designed for tiny bodies & hands. Prices are reasonable. Drop-in is $15 per session, but lessons are only $10 per session if you pay in advance before the beginning of the month.

I am not a fan of children, but if I were, I would wish for all children to have access to a…read morefacility as cool as the Healdsburg Gymnastics & Russian River Circus School. I was there over the weekend for a small child's birthday party, and everyone had a blast... even the timid kids. I don't wish I was 6 again, but if I happened to be 6, I'd be all over this. A surprisingly small amount of blood was shed, and the guy running the place was great with managing everything and getting everyone involved. Even if you don't live in Healdsburg, check it out as a party location.

Wonder Camp is amazing. We transferred my 5 year old daughter here after an awful week at Steve &…read moreKates. It was exactly what I was looking for and we are going on our 3rd of 6 weeks that we are signed up for. Wonder Camp is: -Fun, warm, welcoming counselors who know my child's name and are excited to see her every day -Kids aged 5-8 so no big kids intimidating my daughter -Awesome projects and traditional camp activies that change every day. My daughter made a bird feeder, bath bomb, painted rocks, learned about basic science concepts and got to discover things about the museum that she never knew where there. -My daughter made great friends with kids her age -Is happy, warm and caring environment -Educational and fun & creative - Perfect for first-time campers and experienced alike -Well prices for the area. LOVE WONDER CAMP! WE WILL BE SAD WHEN THE SUMMER ENDS

From the owner: Thank you for your interest in our summer Wonder Camps!…read more Unfortunately, at this time we have decided not to offer Wonder Camps for Spring/Summer 2022. The Children's Museum of Sonoma County offers a variety of camps for children ages 5 - 8 years old. Camps are designed to be hands on and full of art, science, exploration, and imaginative play! Children will leave excited about each day's play and exploration -- and enhance their love of learning.

Was a chaperone for my son's school and couldn't have had a better experience. The staff went above…read moreand beyond in every way possible to make sure everyone was having fun, being safe, and respectful to nature. I was blown away by how great of a learning experience it was and got to experience releasing salmon into the creek. Truly a magical place in the redwoods and I can't wait to visit again for a camp with my kids.

Absolutely AMAZING experience all around! My son just went on his 6th grade trip this past week and…read morei went as a chaperone and we had the most amazing time and its a lifelong memory for him that he will never forget! All of the staff there is amazing,5 stars to everyone! Our naturalist (Witakay,not sure on the spelling) is an amazing human being and he is my sons top favorite person now,he tells me everyday how much he liked him and misses him. I love seeing how inclusive and engaging this place was,it kept my son (and every other kid there) on top of the world and having the much needed structure they all need. My son was TERRIFIED of heights and trying new things but his naturalist made him feel so comfortable and safe that he tried and excelled at everything he ended up doing. The cabins were perfect and the area was gorgeous! Thank you SO much to everyone involved,we are already talking about possible summer camp coming up. Thank you just doesnt cut it,but i cant stop saying it! :)