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Rosie's Discovery Camps is bringing Butterfly Pavilion to you!

Join us as we build our own pollinator garden and conduct science in state of the art labs! You won’t want to miss out on these special edition experiences!

Rosie's Discovery Summer Camps at Butterfly Pavilion

Join us for Rosie's Discovery Summer Camps at Butterfly Pavilion!

Bug Builders
8-12-year-olds 
July 22-26 at Stellar Elementary School 
Discover how nature’s smallest creatures create incredible structures and inspire today’s latest technology. Experience hands-on learning and compete in engineering design challenges to see if you’re smarter than a bug! 

Backyard Biodiversity

7-9-year-olds **only 1 spot left**
July 22-26
From the biggest trees to the bunnies and bugs, to the microscopic critters living in the dirt and water, our own backyards and outdoor spaces are teeming with life. Join us as we explore the abundant universe of plants and animals bustling about all around us!

Buzzing Bites 
8-12-year-olds 
July 29-August 2 at CSU Spur 
Embark on a flavorful journey to discover the vital role of pollinators in our food system. From beekeeping to gardening, this immersive experience will transform the way you see and savor your meals. 

Sensory Safari
5–6-year-olds **only 4 spots left**

7-9-year-olds **only 2 spots left**
August 5-9
How do bugs experience the world? How do we perceive the bugs around us? Explore the five senses from the perspective of some of the most unique animals in the world!

River Quest 
8-12-year-olds 
August 5-9 at CSU Spur 
Junior scientists will unravel the mysteries of freshwater ecosystems while fostering a deep appreciation for all the life in the water around us.

  Butterfly Pavilion’s Rosie’s Discovery Camps are designed to provide memorable experiences that connect kids to nature and encourage an appreciation for science and invertebrates, the tiny creatures that make the world work!

All Butterfly Pavilion camps feature…

  • Hands-on activities that are engaging, informative, appeal to a variety of interests and abilities. 
  • Opportunities to explore Butterfly Pavilion and experience the plants and animals that call it home. 
  • Fun and exciting topics representing a range of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) disciplines. 
  • Enthusiastic, knowledgeable and experienced counselors who will inspire, and care for, your camper. 
  • Content is intended for children ages 5-12 years old during the school year and 5-12 years old during the summer. 

Camp Pricing 

  • Please note: Payment is due at the time of registration. Scholarships are available for up to 25% of camp cost for qualifying students. If you are applying for a scholarship, you must fill out the scholarship application form. 
  • Out-of-School Day Camps are sold as one-day camps, Spring Break and Summer Break are sold as week-long camps. 
    • Full Day 9am-4pm: Non-member: $75, member $60 
    • Full Week 9am-4pm: Non-member: $305, member $275 

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations with at least 3 weeks notice will be charged a 10% processing fee, and the remainder of the cost will be refunded to the customer. All cancellations and transfers must be made via e-mail to the Camp Director at least 3 weeks before the date of the camp and will be charged a 10% processing fee, with the remainder of the cost refunded to the customer. Transfers may only be made into camps that still have availability. No refund is given for cancellation with less than 3 weeks notice. This includes absence due to illness. A full refund will be given to the customer if the Butterfly Pavilion cancels a camp for any reason. 
  • *Please note, we close camp registration one week before the start date of camp. You will not be able to sign up for camps after registration closes. Thank you for your understanding. * 

Medication at Camp

  • If your child requires emergency, prescription, or over-the-counter medication during camp, a parent/guardian and the child’s physician must complete and submit the appropriate Colorado Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan, Colorado Asthma Care Plan, and/or Medication Administration form two weeks prior to your child’s first day of camp. Upon review of your camper’s forms, it may be necessary to meet with the parent/guardian to develop a Health Plan.

Is the Camp you want to register for sold out? Join our waitlist and be informed as soon as a spot opens up.

Have Questions? Contact us at 720-375-9986 or camps@butterflies.org

Are you in need of financial assistance?

We are a proud member of the My Spark Denver program which provides $1,000 to eligible middle school students to participate in youth activities. If your child is a DPS middle school student, apply for My Spark Denver today and use your card for any of our programs.

Summer Camp Awards

Butterfly Pavilion’s Summer Camps was the winner of the 2022 NBC/Channel 9’s “9News Cool Schools” Award!