Once upon a time, a kind-hearted fairy named Lyra fluttered down to Big Oak Canyon and instantly fell in love with its wild beauty. Wanting to share its magic, she created a special day camp just for curious, adventurous children.
Now, with the help of beloved Earthroots instructor Raz, Lyra invites young campers to follow her fairy trail through the canyon. Guided by Raz, children will begin their day with a magical treasure hunt, exploring hidden nooks, uncovering natural wonders, and following clues left by the fairy herself.
Along the way, we’ll learn about the rich history of Big Oak Canyon and meet the plants, creatures, and tiny forest mysteries that make it so enchanting. At each stop, we’ll gather nature treasures and use them to craft a spellbinding backpack charm—a magical keepsake to carry home.
With curiosity as our compass and nature as our guide, we’ll end the day with joyful hearts, earthy hands, and the sense that Fairy Lyra is smiling down on us.
Camp Details
Who: Ages 5-10*
*Drop-off camp for ages 7 and up. Children under 7 years old will need to have a parent attending alongside to assist with the hand craft.
When: June 30 or July 22 | 10:00-2:00pm
Where: Big Oak Canyon | Silverado Canyon
Price: $67/day
Siblings who are within the age range of the camp (5-10 years old) must be registered as a regular participant. Siblings outside the age range of the camp (age 2-4 or older than 11) are called ACORNS. We invite ACORNS to attend with their parents. There is a $35 fee per day for siblings ages 2-4 years old or older than 10. There is no additional charge for children younger than 2 years old.
What to bring
- Water in a reusable water bottle
- Personal snacks and lunch
- Backpack
- Sunscreen and a sunhat
Scholarships Available
Earthroots is committed to creating nature connection opportunities for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) participants and families in need.
Meet the Instructors
Raz Allen
Throughout her life, Raz has been a girl scout, Marine and an advocate/fundraiser for outdoor/natural causes. She is a Reiki Master/Teacher/Intuitive, Certified Massage Therapist, and avid tree hugger! Some call her MacGyver, because she will always find a way to make things work!
Raz lived in California, for the first time, as a young person, where she found out how wonderful the outdoors could be. Her family frequently visited many natural places, including Sequoia every six months, local beaches and road trips into the once vast open space of Orange County. She always loved to learn on nature walks, play outside and especially climb trees/ walls of her Tustin neighborhood.