Immerse your child in the wonders of nature at the Land Detective Summer Camp! This fun camp filled with hands-on experiences invites children to slow down and deeply connect with the natural world. Set in the beauty of Big Oak Canyon, campers will engage in nature journaling, animal tracking, bird language activities, mapping, and plant medicine activities—all while fully immersed in the sights, sounds, and rhythms of nature. Each day will be filled with exploration, songs, games, and stories, fostering a deep, sensory connection with the environment. Join us for four days of nature immersion and discovery!
Camp Details
WHO: Ages 6-10
WHEN: Tuesday, June 17 – Friday, June 20, 2025 | 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
WHERE: Big Oak Canyon | Silverado Canyon, CA
PRICE (4-Day Camp): $330 | $315 sibling
What to Bring:
- Water in a reusable water bottle
- Nutritious snacks and a healthy lunch
- Hat and sunscreen
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
Macy Pilkington
Macy Pilkington is a southern California native who grew up in the shadow of Saddleback Mountain. As soon as she could drive, the canyons became her sanctuary. Her search for nature led her to spend countless nights under the stars in Holy Jim Canyon, hiking the trails around Blackstar, and admiring the rural charm of Modjeska and Silverado canyons.
Deepening her skills in youth education, outreach, and empowerment on a permaculture farm in Hawaii, Macy had the opportunity to become focused on her personal objective of finding new and inventive ways to help steward our beautiful planet. At Earthroots Macy is excited to use her experience and love of nature to inspire families to relax into the world around them, to deepen their skills of observation, and to never stop asking questions.
Bella Guarascio
Bella grew up camping, hiking, and exploring beautiful Southern California with her family, which led to an immense appreciation of our natural world and all it has to offer. She is always looking to expand her knowledge on plants and animals and absolutely loves to find new trails that lead her to magical views she’s never witnessed before. She has always been passionate about teaching children and is currently working toward earning her degree in Early Childhood Education. At Earthroots, she enjoys combining these two passions and looks forward to guiding the students and learning alongside them every day.