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River Camp Seasonal Programs

Are your children ready for a new River Camp experience?
For over 25 years, the River Parkway Trust has been offering an exciting, fun, and safe day camp experience for the Valley’s children at River Camp. For the first time, the Trust is thrilled to offer River Camp program opportunities throughout the year! Our lively and experienced staff of counselors, mentors and directors will engage your children in activities that enhance their understanding of, and connection to, the San Joaquin River. Campers will enjoy exploring wildlife habitat, playing games, creating arts and crafts, and building new friendships during their seasonal day-camp experiences. View upcoming River Camp program offerings below!

River Camp Fall Foragers

Ages: 1st through 6th gradeTime: 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDates: November 24th - 26th, 2025 (M - W) Cost: $215 ($30 non-refundable deposit; $185 session fee) Calling all River Campers! The leaves are changing, it’s time for an adventure! Bring your campers out for three days of exploration at Owl Hollow (11631 Old Friant Rd). Together we will explore the transformation of our environment this time of year brings, search for acorns and seasonal plants, and of course enjoy camp classic songs and activities. Each camper will receive a River Camp water bottle. Registration now open!
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Learn about the River Camp Scholarship Program

River Camp Spring Break

Ages: 1st through 6th gradeTime: 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDates: March 30th - April 2nd, 2026 (M - Th) Cost: $285 ($40 non-refundable deposit, $245 session fee) Calling all River Campers! Celebrate the spring with an adventure along the San Joaquin River! River Camp Spring Break is a four day program filled with classic camp games, exploring the local ecosystem, and environmental education activities. It's a place for you to be yourself, make new friends, try new things, and reconnect with the natural world. A River Camp t-shirt is included in the registration fee. There is no swimming at the River Camp Spring Break session. Program dates will take place at Owl Hollow (11631 Old Friant Rd). Registration opens January 16th, 2026.
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Learn about the River Camp Scholarship Program

Junior Leaders Seasonal Program Opportunities

Calling all high schoolers! River Camp Seasonal Programs are now offering volunteer opportunities throughout the school year. Each Junior Leader is assigned to a group and a Counselor and assists with daily songs, arts and crafts, games and activities. Time spent with the Junior Leader program is considered volunteering; River Parkway Trust staff are happy to verify your hours if needed. Location, dates, and times vary, program dependent.
River Camp Fall Foragers
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDates: November 24th - 26th, 2025 (M - W)Cost: Minimum $10 deposit. Donations encouraged!
The leaves are changing, it’s time for an adventure! Come explore Owl Hollow (11631 Old Friant Rd) with campers and staff. Together we will explore the transformation of our environment this time of year brings, search for acorns and seasonal plants, and of course enjoy camp classic songs and activities. Your support as a Junior Leader makes a huge difference! Registration now open!
River Camp Fall Foragers 2025
River Camp Spring Break
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDates: March 30th - April 2nd, 2026 (M - Th)Cost: Minimum $10 deposit. Donations encouraged! Celebrate the spring with an adventure along the San Joaquin River! River Camp Spring Break is a four day program filled with classic camp games, exploring the local ecosystem, and environmental education activities. Come practice your leadership skills alongside seasoned camp staff and reconnect with the natural world. A River Camp t-shirt is included in the registration fee. There is no swimming at the River Camp Spring Break session. Program dates will take place at Owl Hollow (11631 Old Friant Rd). Registration opens January 16th, 2026.
River Camp Spring Break 2026
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Cancellation Policy

Full refunds (less the non-refundable deposit amount and any add-on fees) will be given if requested at least seven (7) days before your camp start date. For cancellations made less than seven (7) days before your camp start date, refunds will only be given for medical or family emergencies. The terms medical or family emergencies include any required quarantines due to infection with COVID-19. Please note: A non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration: $10/day for most River Camp programs . All registrations are considered final. Once you have completed registration and payment, switching to another session will require cancelling your reservation, forfeiting the non-refundable deposit, and completing a new registration (including a new non-refundable deposit).
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