Teaming Up for Summer: All youth should have access to summer enrichment.

We reduce community-identified barriers for youth in accessing summer enrichment. We offer free and reduced cost access to high-quality summer programs, coordinate multiple, summer-long rural transportation routes, and provide trainings for summer program staff to better support youth with behavioral needs and disabilities in La Plata County.

About the Program

Team Up provides full and partial scholarships in partnership with summer youth programs in La Plata County to families who experience cost as a barrier to program participation or children who are disproportionately at risk of summer learning loss.

We understand that many working families may not qualify for most financial assistance programs, yet they can still face significant financial challenges. Our goal is to create opportunities that address these challenges and provide meaningful support to families in our community, regardless of household income.

Our 2026 application is live! Please review the details about each summer program below before filling out the form to find the best fit for your family.

Scholarship Application

Please note that many of our partners open registration late March or early April so communication from these programs will be delayed. Each program has their own process for enrolling students and administering scholarships- details are found below! Completing our application does not automatically enroll your child in a summer camp.

After you apply through our form, you will be connected with the top three program partners of your choice, who will reach out to you based on scholarship availability. Please contact programs directly if you have specific questions about their summer programming.

Are you an educator, counselor, or other trusted adult who would like to recommend a student for the scholarship program? Please complete a referral form to get us in touch with the student's guardian about these opportunities.

Summer 2026

Meet the Partners

Stillwater Music offers half-day music camps for kids age 5-teen to explore music through ukulele, drums, voice, and audio production—no experience necessary! We're teaming up with partners like Seed Studio, The Powerhouse, and Every Pedal for unique full-day camps, plus our Stillwater All Stars, a summer-long band for advanced teens, and the Creative Music Conservatory for string musicians in grades 4-12.

  • We have roughly 30 Team Up Scholarship slots. Team Up Scholarship students may choose from 50% or 100% scholarship assistance for camp enrollment (no limit on how many camps you can enroll in).

    Registration opens for summer classes on March 5! Week-long camps (half-day and full-day) start the week of June 1 with different camps each week through August 7. View our full summer schedule.

    For more information, contact: Vanessa Jergensen- info@stillwatermusic.org
    Website: https://stillwatermusic.org/portfolio_cat/summer-programs/

Ignacio Youth Services provides year-round programming for youth in grades 6–12. Programs are grounded in culture and tradition, include nature-based engagement, experiential education, with a strength-based approach, teaching service ethics, and strong connection building. Our summer programming includes a 5-night, 6-day camp for 32 youth, and 7-hour July day camps that explore the local region through outdoor recreation, skill-building, and hands-on learning experiences.

  • All of our programs are 100% free to youth in grades 6-12.

    June 8th-13th: 5-night, 6-day summer camp.

    July: 12 days of day camps on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 10AM-5PM.

    For more information, contact: Caitlyn- 970.759.2011 or cgrandon@sococaa.org

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignacioyouthservices

The Boys and Girls Club of La Plata County offers a full day program of fun, engaging activities, Monday through Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm, and Friday 7:30am - 12:30pm. Grades 1 through 12. Sites in Bayfield and Durango. Programs and activities include: sports & recreation, arts, summer learning, character development, workforce readiness, career exploration, and more.

  • 2 free weeks/10 days are included in each scholarship. The Boys & Girls Club offers additional financial assistance for youth wanting to join us for more than 2 weeks of programming at a reduced cost. Scholarships are divided amongst our sites and age groups to ensure access for a variety fo youth.

    Registration starts 4/1/2026 for June. Program runs 6/1/26 to 8/21/26

    Contact: info@bgclaplata.org

    Website: bgclaplata.org

The Hive DGO is a Youth-Centered Community Hub that strives to support journeys in self discovery by providing a brave and inclusive space for under resourced and under represented youth. Our mission is to empower those that dare to be different by facilitating creative expression and guidance in shaping future community leaders. For 8-16 year olds, The Hive is offering summer camp experiences in Skateboard creation and culture, “SK8 Camp”, artistic expression with local artists, “Expression Sessions”, and outdoor excursions around our local community, “The Wild Hive”.

  • Scholarships are available for each camp.

    Summer programs run from June 1st- July 31st.
    SK8 Camp 3-3 week sessions- Every Wednesday & Friday 9am-4pm.
    Expression Sessions- Every Thursday 9am-4pm.
    The Wild Hive Day Camp Tuesdays 9am-4pm. Registration launches at the end of March!

    For more information, contact: Ginger Reilly, info@hivedgo.org, https://thehivedgo.org/summer-programs/

The Powerhouse offers week-long science camps for curious minds! Programming is for students going in to 1st-8th grades. Camps run 9am-3pm, Monday-Friday with optional extended care.

  • Our Scholarship provides 40% or 80% of camp registration

    Registration for members and scholarship families opens March 1st and opens to the public March 15th. Camps run weekly May 25-August 14, 9-3 M-Th and 9-1 Fri.

    For more information, contact: Associate Director of Education: Elanor Meeker elanor@powsci.org. Summer Camp Director

SJMA’s Junior Naturalist Field Camps offer immersive, hands-on outdoor adventures for rising first graders through high school, fostering a deep connection to nature through exploration, science, and outdoor skills. Led by experienced educators, our camps take place in stunning natural settings, where campers hike, learn essential skills, and discover the wonders of the Rocky Mountain ecosystem.

  • SJMA offers need-based scholarships for our Junior Naturalist Field Camps and Adventure Camp programs, with the number of awarded spots varying based on demand and the specific camps selected by applicants. We anticipate providing approximately 20 full scholarships for Junior Naturalist Field Camps. However, since Adventure Camp has a higher program cost, the total number of scholarships will depend on the distribution of requests between these two programs. We spread out funds so that as many families as possible can access programs while ensuring a meanginful experience for each scholarship recipient.

    9 weeks of camp, each is a different session. Starts June 2 and runs through Aug 9th (skipping the weeks of July 4th and the last two weeks of July)

    For more information, contact: Adriana Stimax, astimax@sjma.org, https://sjma.org/summercamps/

Sail Durango offers the opportunity to learn the basics of sailing — rigging, teamwork, confidence, environmental stewardship, and plenty of time on the water. No experience required.
Ages: 5–18
Skill Level: All welcome

  • 50% off of camp. Applicants must choose a session that is appropriate for the age and experience of their child. Please check the website for details. To choose the session, please fill out our enrollment form.

    We have a variety of programming. Please visit our website to learn more and choose a program that fits your family's schedule and interest. Registration is open now. Schedules vary according to program. Sessions offered M-Th, some Fridays June- August.

    For more information, contact: Katie James, 970-903-6036, www.saildurango.com

Dancing Spirit offers 3 one-week arts camps over the summer for ages 6-12 years. Camps feature pottery & mixed media art experiences, time outside, games and crafts.

  • Currently offering 12 full scholarship opportunities for each camp. Application through Team Up & through Dancing Spirit required. All camps are open to children ages 6-12 years of age.

    June 8th-12, 10am-3pm, July 6th-10th, 10am-3pm, August 10th-14th, 10am-3pm (may change depending on start of school)
    Registration opens April 6, 2026.

    https://dscac.org/classes-and-events-1/ols/categories/kids-classes For more information, please contact: dancingspiritgallery@gmail.com 970-563-4600

LPYS is partnering with the LifeWays Wilderness Institute for our fourth year of wilderness mentorship for male and female teens 14 and up! We offer biweekly mentorship across La Plata County and provide access to incredible outdoor activities: paddling, camping, climbing, and a 6 day backpacking trip in the San Juan National Forest in July/August.

  • Participation in the Summer Wilderness Mentorship Program is entirely free for qualifying families. 30 scholarship slots will be reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants receive over 200 hours of direct therapeutic services from trained wilderness guides and mentors. Mentorship matches will begin April 15 and last through November 1 to support transitioning back to school in the fall.

    LifeWays is a licensed travel-trip camp in the state of Colorado. Mentors and guides have over 300 professional days of wilderness experience and all guides receive weekly supervision to best support our participants.

    Our program is a fun and powerful way to set new goals, develop leadership skills, and safely explore the wilderness!

    Weekly one-on-one mentorship sessions, and group programs will begin in April and will last through November 1st.

    We will have one overnight skills weekend for each cohort: June 13-14th (Male Cohort); June 20-21 (Female Cohort).

    We will offer three backpacking courses throughout the summer. These backpacking courses will run: July 7-July 12; July 14-July 19 (Female Cohort); July 21-July 26; July 28-August 2.

    For more information, please contact Chris Brown: 970-317-5713 or Chris@lifewayscommunity.com

    You can find more information here: https://lifewayscommunity.com/

Seeds believes planting seeds leads to creativity, self expression, and mindfulness through art. From mixed media to ceramics and Seed + Soil to our Seedling Playshops, Seed has quality enrichment camps for preK to teens.

  • Scholarships: up to 75% off tuition are available.

    Week-long camps start the first week of June and run through to start of school year. Registration is now open.

    For more information, contact: Kim Adams, execdirector@seedstudioart.org, seedstudioart.org

  • Durango Dance will offer 25 full scholarships.

    Registration open now. Camp runs 9am-3pm, M-Fri, from June 1-August 15th (no camp July 4th week)

    For more information, contact: Miriam Morgan, Co-Executive Director, miriam@durangodance.comdurangodance.com

Durango Dance offers inclusive summer camp for ages 5-10yrs.

Durango Arts Center offers Two Summer Theatre Camp sessions. They will run June 8–25, Monday–Thursday: a morning session (9am–12pm) for 3rd–5th grade and an afternoon session (1pm–4pm) for middle school and up, with performances June 26–28 (Fri 7pm, Sat 7pm, Sun 2pm, possible Sat 2pm matinee). Two Summer Musical Theatre Camp sessions run July 6–30, Monday–Thursday: a morning session (9am–12pm) for 3rd–5th grade, and an afternoon session (1pm–4pm) for middle school and up, with performances July 31–August 2 (Fri 7pm, Sat 7pm, Sun 2pm, possible Sat 2pm matinee).

  • We can offer 50% and 100% for scholarships.


    Two Summer Theatre Camp sessions run June 8–25, Monday–Thursday: a morning session (9am–12pm) for 3rd–5th grade and an afternoon session (1pm–4pm) for middle school and up, with performances June 26–28

    Two Summer Musical Theatre Camp sessions run July 6–30, Monday–Thursday: a morning session (9am–12pm) for 3rd–5th grade and an afternoon session (1pm–4pm) for middle school and up, with performances July 31–August 2


    Weekly art camps Monday - Thursday for different age groups each week (10 am - 3 pm) and different art offerings. Camps are weekly June 8 - July 27

    Registration for all camps on this form opens April 1, 2026.

    For more information, contact:

Devo offers youth mountain biking for kids in the greater Durango area! For this Team Up scholarship program, we are offering two different full-day camps for 5 to 11 year olds. We provide a variety of camps for ages 3-18. We partner with a few other local youth organizations - seed studio and four corners paddle school.

  • We are offering 12 scholarships across our seed studio and devo art and biking camps and science camps" and "Weekly camps runs from 9:30am to 3:30pm. Registration opens 3/21 at 8am.

    6/1-8/14, sessions vary in times and length. registration opens 3/21 at 8am.

    For more information, contact: Nate Greason, nate@durangodevo.com, https://durangodevo.com/category/age-groups/

Camp Peak Energy is a week-long day camp for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 5-21.

Camp Peak Energy is full for the ‘26 season- reach out to Liz Mora to learn how your family can get involved next year: liz@thearcofswco.org!

Make a tax-deductible contribution to our Summer Program fund.

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Our Impact

Since establishing the Summer Scholarship program in 2023, Team Up has created access to summer programming for 1,093 children and youth in La Plata County. Each year, we gather information around the youth we serve in order to better understand the impact we have on La Plata County families and the community needs we can support going forward. The below dashboard reflects our 2025 impact. 

We weave these findings along with parent and organization feedback to strengthen the program year after year, adding elements like interpretation support, youth transportation, and trainings for our program partners’ staff to better serve youth of all ability levels. We are already planning ways to improve the program for next summer, and are so grateful to be able to offer this critical program!

“The funding allows us to bring in more teachers and provide higher quality materials. It especially helps get the word out about the different programs that are available in our area.”
— 2024 Partner Organization
“Team Up has allowed us to almost double the number of students we serve through our week long camps.”

“This program helped my child’s mental, social, and physical health. I am happy to see her interact and make new friends and learn new things every day. Thank you for making my daughter a happy camper!”

— 2025 Scholarship Parent

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