Art in the Park Camp

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Water in the desert

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Water on the page

 
 

What is Art in the Park Camp?

Art in the Park Camp is a 3-day educational, recreational, and creative program for Tucson youth, taking place at Saguaro National Park's Rincon Mountain District (East). Each day we'll explore a different aspect of the park's story and connect it with creative media. For example, we may learn about how fire behaves in the Sonoran Desert and then practice charcoal sketching. Or we may hoist a camera 40 feet in the air to document saguaro flowers and fruit and then learn the principles of photography. Participants can expect to play with paint, ceramics, textiles, and more!

Who Can Join?

Participants must be age 7 to 10 years old and reside in Tucson, Arizona or surrounding Pima County. All abilities and experience levels are welcome!

How Much Does It Cost to Participate?

Not a thing, thanks to support from the Friends of Saguaro National Park.

When Is It?

Wednesday, June 12 - Friday, June 14, 2024
8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Where Is Camp?

 
Location of DRLC

Personal transportation

Drop-off at 8:00 a.m., pick-up at 12:30 p.m. each day at the Desert Research Learning Center (12661 East Broadway Blvd).

Park shuttle transportation

Drop-off at 7:15 a.m., pick-up at 1:15 p.m. at Gene C. Reid Park (exact location to follow in confirmation materials).

 
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Camp Guidelines

Prepare for your day!

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Camp Permissions

Medical and Photo Release

 

Last updated: March 12, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

3693 S Old Spanish Trail
Tucson, AZ 85730

Phone:

520 733-5153
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