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Lumberjack Rec Camp
Looking for summer activities for your kids? Look no further! Our camp educates and entertains children entering Kindergarten through eighth grade for nine weeks in the summer. We provide a fun and friendly environment where your children can take part in safe, high-quality activities led by well-trained and knowledgeable staff across the NAU campus. Our enthusiastic camp leaders create engaging and non-traditional program opportunities that are sure to enhance your children’s summer, and are all grade and age-appropriate. Since we are a college campus, we can provide niche programming with access to academic departments, premiere athletic facilities, and all other campus resources.
Camp programming
Lumberjack Rec Camp
The Lumberjack Rec Camp is open to all youth 5-14 years old. Campers must be at least five years of age by June 1st, no exceptions. Each day our campers will be led through various activities to keep them active, engaged, and enjoying their experience.
This summer here are some things to look forward to:
- Pool days at the WAC on Mondays and Fridays.
- Amazing field trips to the Grand Canyon, AZ Diamondbacks, Heritage Park Zoo, and more!
- New camp system called ProCare, which is basically a one-stop-shop for all your camp needs.
Get ready to roll out the red carpet because it’s “Lights, Camera, Action Week” at Lumberjack Rec Camp!
This week, our campers will step into the spotlight for a star-studded adventure full of creativity, fun, and movie magic. For our weekly field trip, we’ll be heading to Harkins Theater on Thursday to watch Lilo & Stitch! We can’t wait for your camper to shine and create memories worthy of the big screen. Campers will also participate in a STEM activity where they will make crystal rock candy, and our weekly craft where they will paint Hollywood stars.
Reminders:
- NAU Lumberjack Rec Camp will be closed on Memorial Day, so LRC will start on Tuesday!
- If you want your child to have snacks at Harkins, please pack money in plastic bag with your camper’s name on it.
- Friday is Dress Up Day, so dress your camper for our theme: favorite movie or book character.
This week, campers will head out on a rootin’-tootin’ adventure full of exploration, hands-on learning, and western-themed fun. Our field trips include a journey to the Grand Canyon for Groups 3–4 and a visit to Willow Bend Environmental Education Center for Groups 1–2. On Friday, campers are encouraged to dress in their best western wear, think cowboy hats, boots, and bandanas!
In STEM, campers will try their hand at gold panning and take a trip to NAU’s Anthropology department to dig into the fascinating history of the Colorado Plateau. It is sure to be a week packed with discovery, creativity, and a whole lot of western spirit!
Reminders:
- Please make sure your camper wears their 2025 camp shirt on Thursday to the field trip.
- Groups 3-4 must arrive at camp no later than 8:15am on Thursday, as the bus will leave for the Grand Canyon at 8:30am.
- If your camper would like to spend money in the Grand Canyon gift shop, please send them with money in a ziplock bag with their name on it.
This week, campers will go for the gold as they compete in fun challenges, show off their teamwork, and celebrate the Olympic spirit. For our field trip, we’re heading to Phoenix to catch all the action at an Arizona Diamondbacks game. It’s sure to be a home run experience!
Our STEM activities will test campers’ engineering skills: older groups will build and launch catapults, while younger groups will compete to build the tallest tower. Don’t forget, Friday is Jersey Day, so have your camper wear their favorite sports jersey to show their team spirit!
Reminders:
- Please make sure your camper wears their 2025 camp shirt on Thursday to the field trip.
- All campers must arrive at camp no later than 8:30 on Wednesday for the Diamondbacks game. All campers will return to the camp at 5:30pm, depending on traffic, so pickup will begin once we are back at Rec. If there is a drastic change of schedule, we will notify all parents via ProCare. Please make sure your phone number is in your child’s ProCare account.
- We are going to eat lunch before entering the stadium. Please make sure they pack a lunch.
- If your child would like money to spend at the Diamondbacks game, the stadium is cashless, so they will need a debit card, credit card, or prepaid gift card. If they are planning to bring a card, please bring it in a ziplock bag with their name on it.
- Swim days are Monday and Friday for all camper. Make sure they pack their swim towel and suit.
While we won’t have a field trip this week due to a camp closure on Thursday, we’re making a splash with plenty of aquatic fun right here at camp! On Friday, campers will enjoy a special day at the pool with giant inflatables like obstacle courses, slides, and trampolines, plus a water-themed field day packed with games and fun in the sun.
Throughout the week, campers will get creative by crafting their own tiny aquariums, inspired by the deep blue sea. Friday’s dress-up theme is Hawaiian Day, so be sure to send your camper in their favorite tropical gear!
Reminders:
- Camp will be closed on Thursday for Juneteenth.
- Friday theme day is Hawaiian day.
- Pool days are Monday and Friday, so please ensure your camper packs their suit and towel.
This week is all about creativity, color, and fun. Campers will be heading to FlagTag on Thursday for a few exciting rounds of laser tag during our Travel Thursday adventure. For STEM, they’ll get hands-on with a fan favorite: slime making!
On Friday, we’re breaking out the dye for our big tie-dye day! Campers should bring their own white item to dye, such as a t-shirt, socks, or any white clothing item they’d like to transform into a colorful masterpiece. We’ll also be celebrating Neon Day on Friday, so send your camper dressed in their brightest, boldest colors!
Reminders:
- Please make sure your camper wears their 2025 camp shirt on Thursday to the field trip.
- There is a small arcade at FlagTag, and campers are allowed to bring money to play the arcade games, but money must be brought in a plastic bag with the camper’s name on it.
- Pizza and drinks will be served to all campers at FlagTag. If your camper would rather eat their own lunch or has specific dietary needs, they can pack their own lunch, and/or let us know their needs, so we can try to accommodate them.
- For tie-dye on Friday, please bring white items to dye.
- Pool days are Monday and Friday, so please ensure your camper packs their suit and towel.
This week, campers will be moving, grooving, and jumping into all kinds of high-energy fun. For Travel Thursday, we’re heading to Levitate Adventure Park, where campers will enjoy trampolines, foam pits, and more!
In STEM, it’s time for our annual Egg Drop Challenge! Campers will design and build their own contraptions to protect an egg from a big drop… Will their egg survive the fall? We’ll find out!
Friday is Wacky Hair or Crazy Hat Day, so help your camper get creative with their look for a fun and silly end to the week!
Reminder:
- Please make sure your camper wears their 2025 camp shirt on Thursday to the field trip.
- Pool days are Monday and Friday, so please ensure your camper packs their suit and towel.
This wild week will be full of animal-themed fun, exploration, and discovery. For Travel Thursday, we’re heading to Heritage Park Zoo, where campers will get up close with amazing animals and learn about wildlife conservation.
In STEM, campers will dive into some explosive fun with our elephant toothpaste experiment: a bubbly, foamy reaction that’s sure to wow!
Friday’s dress-up theme is Zookeeper or Zoo Animal Day, so whether your camper wants to roar like a lion or dress the part of a safari guide, we can’t wait to see their animal adventure spirit shine!
Reminders:
- Please make sure your camper wears their 2025 camp shirt on Thursday to the field trip.
- All campers need to arrive to camp by 8:30am, as we will depart from NAU before 9am for our commute down to Heritage Park Zoo.
- If you would like to give your camper some money for the zoo, please put it in a ziplock bag with their name on it.
- Pool days are Monday and Friday, so please ensure your camper packs their swim suit and towel.
This week is packed with out-of-this-world fun as we explore the stars, planets, and all things space. Campers will visit NAU’s Astronomy department to learn about telescopes and the universe above, and they’ll even get to make liquid nitrogen ice cream. It’s a treat that’s both tasty and educational!
Our STEM project will take campers on a hands-on journey through the solar system as they paper-mâché their own planets. For Travel Thursday, we’ll head to Starlite Lanes for a stellar bowling adventure!
Don’t forget that Friday is Galaxy Dress-Up Day, so send your camper in their best space-themed outfit, from stars and moons to aliens and astronauts!
Reminders:
- There is an arcade at Starlight Lanes, and campers are allowed to bring money to play the arcade games, but money must be brought in a plastic bag with the camper’s name on it.
- Please make sure your camper wears their 2025 camp shirt on Thursday to the field trip.
- Pool days are Monday and Friday, so please ensure your camper has their swim suit and towel on those days.
This week is all about celebrating the real-life heroes who make our community a safer, better place. Campers will enjoy special visits from the Flagstaff Police Department and Flagstaff Fire Department, where they’ll learn firsthand about the incredible work these professionals do. Older campers (Groups 3–4) will also take a special trip to the Flagstaff Airport to discover the world of aviation and explore careers as pilots and airport professionals.
Throughout the week, campers will be inspired by the many heroes in Flagstaff and learn all about the amazing career paths they might pursue one day.
On Friday, we’re wrapping up camp with our final Dress-Up Day: “What I Want to Be When I Grow Up.” Whether it’s a doctor, firefighter, astronaut, artist, or anything in between, we can’t wait to see your camper’s future dreams come to life!
Reminder:
- If your camper is in group 3 or 4, please have them wear their camp shirt on Thursday for their field trip.
- Pool days are on Monday and Friday, so please ensure your camper packs their swim suit and towel on those days.
Everything you need to know about your campers experience at Lumberjack Rec Camp is available in the Summer Camp Parent Handbook. We gave out physical copies of the Summer Camp Handbook at Family Night, however, if you would like a physical copy, you can pick one up from our staff at pick-up or drop off. If you would like access to a digital copy, you can access it here.
Registration
Cost and payment information
All NAU summer camp customers will be assessed a one-time, non-refundable registration fee. For single campers, this cost will be $75, and for families with 2+ campers, the cost will be $125 total.
Weekly camp costs:
- NAU Affiliates: $300 per camper per week
- On the registration form, NAU affiliates will verify their status by entering their NAU ID. All IDs will be cross referenced to validate NAU status. If an NAU ID is ever abused, the individuals may be subject to penalty.
- Community members: $350 per camper week
Billing information:
Here’s what you need to know about camp payments through ProCare:
- Payments are due the Monday before each camp week at 11:59pm.
- (Example: Payment for the week of June 2 is due May 26)
- You may pay all at once or week by week. You can choose whatever works best for your family (just be sure to pay on time!).
- If paying in advance, please plan accordingly, as no refunds will be issued.
- You can save a card on file for quick and easy payments.
- Late payments: If payment is not received on time, your camper will be removed from that week and placed on a waitlist.
- Cancellations: Must be made at least one week prior to the start of the camp week to avoid a late cancellation fee.
- This cancellation fee is 50% of the weekly cost of camp.
- Once paid, no refunds will be issued regardless of when you canceled.
May 27 and June 19 are NAU-observed holidays. For this reason, camp will be in session for 4 days each week. The cost of camp each week will be prorated to subtract one day.
2025 Summer Camp Calendar
| Week and Dates | Theme | Field Trip |
|---|---|---|
| 1: May 27-30 | Lights Camera Action! | Harkins Theater |
| 2: June 2-6 | Wild, Wild West | Grand Canyon (G1-2 will have a visit from Willow Bend) |
| 3: June 9-13 | LJR Junior Olympics | Diamondbacks game |
| 4: June 16-20* *No camp on June 19th | Under the Sea | Friday water field day |
| 5: June 23-27 | Color Craze | Flagtag |
| NO CAMP! Happy 4th! | ||
| 6: July 7-11 | Jump Around! | Levitate |
| 7: July 14-18 | Animal Adventure | Heritage Zoo |
| 8: July 21-15 | To Infinity and Beyond | Starlight Lanes |
| 9: July 28- August 1 | Hero’s Week | Flagstaff Pulliam Airport Tour and special appearances by Flag PD and Flag Fire (G1-2 will not go to the airport) |
Summer camp schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 7:30–8:50 a.m. | DROP-OFF Welcome activities |
| 9–9:20 a.m. | Snack |
| 9:30–10:20 a.m. | Rock climbing or creative corner |
| 10:30–11:50 a.m. | “Nature walk” on Campus or pool |
| Noon–12:40pm | LUNCH |
| 12:40–1:20 p.m. | EXTENDED LUNCH & Brain break activity (Puzzles, books, cards/board games) |
| 1:30–2:20 p.m. | STEM or Arts & crafts |
| 2:30–3:20 p.m. | Physical activity Outdoor free play + games! |
| 3:30–4:20 p.m. | Age specific activities |
| 4:30–6:00 p.m. | PICK-UP Structured activities |
*Note: pool days for the 2025 summer are on Mondays and Fridays! Campers activities vary from day to day, this is just a brief example of what your camper can look forward to.
FAQ
Below are some common questions to help you out with deciding on our camp!
Camp drop-off and pick-up will be near the front entrance of the HLC building in the MAC Gym (Multi-Activity Center) at the corner of Franklin and S. San Francisco Street. Summer camp counselors will be waiting outdoors for you to sign your child in/out via our iPad system. We ask that you pull into the loading zone at an angle to allow for more cars during this busy time. Please do not park along the red curves, in medical parking, or handicapped parking, as this may result in a fine from NAU Parking. You must know your ProCare PIN in order to pick up your child.
This year, Lumberjack Rec Camp will use Procare for all billing, scheduling, communication and record keeping needs. Once your camper(s) has been accepted into camp, you will receive an email asking you to activate your Procare account. If you enroll your child again, for another week of camp, you will not need to request another Procare account, as yours will stay active for the entirety of summer.
On our registration form, you can indicate which weeks you would like your child to attend (if availability permits it). If you choose to sign your camper(s) up for more weeks at a later date, please fill the registration form out again, but select “yes” to the question asking if you already have a Procare account. You must always submit one form per camper.
At this moment, NAU Lumberjack Rec Camp is only able to accommodate to full weeks. Although you may take your camper out of camp for a day, you will not receive this at a pro-rated cost.
If your child does not know how to swim, or does not pass the swim test, they will be required to wear a lifejacket that is provided.
Ensure your child wears comfortable, loose fitting clothes to camp each day. Closed-toed shoes are required, and absolutely no flip-flops. Your child will need to bring a swim suit and towel for the aquatics portion of camp. On field-trip days all campers are required to wear their camp t-shirt.
Pack a small snack for the morning and afternoon along with a lunch each day for your child. We cannot provide food, refrigeration, or microwave, so please pack all food in an insulated lunch box and mark everything you bring with your child’s name. Absolutely no sharing of food is permitted among campers.
Make sure your child has a water bottle that they will be able to refill throughout the day and a bottle of sunscreen. It is highly recommended that campers come with sunscreen applied prior to camp! We suggest every child have a small backpack to keep all belongings together.
We keep a lost and found bin by the doors every morning and afternoon during pick-up and drop-off. Please be sure to claim belongings quickly as the bin tends to fill up fast. Write your child’s name on all of their belongings prior to attending camp to prevent items from being left unclaimed.
Counselors are not permitted nor certified to administer medication for campers. Please give your child any and all medication prior to arriving at camp.
Campers may bring cell phones as long as they are kept in their bags at all times and do not cause distraction during the day. Staff is permitted to confiscate any electronic device deemed a distraction to planned activities. All emergencies can be communicated directly to the Camp Coordinator (928-523-7687), to the Rec Center Front Desk (928-523-1733) or Rec Administrative Staff (928-523-1585). Campus Rec is also not responsible for any lost, broken, or stolen items.