The fun of Camp Zephyr doesn’t need to end when you move on to Middle School! Join us this summer as we launch Beyond Camp Zephyr, a day camp experience for youth grades 6th-8th. Campers are invited experience all their favorite Camp Zephyr activities – from amazing skits, exciting recreational activities, fun crafts, gaga ball– with two added off-site excursions per week PLUS one “Camp Zephyr After-hours” evening. For 7 weeks this summer, middle school campers will get tailored activities and content in the beloved Camp Zephyr schedule. Don’t miss out!
Beyond Camp Zephyr is a 5-day, non-residential (not overnight), faith-based summer day-camp program for 6th-8th graders.
Camp Hours: Monday-Friday 8:45-4:15.
| Week | Date | Transportation Available From: |
|---|---|---|
| Beyond Camp Zephyr Week 1 | June 23 - 27 | South Lake Tahoe |
| Beyond Camp Zephyr Week 2 | June 30 - July 3 (4 days only) | Carson City |
| Beyond Camp Zephyr Week 3 | July 7-11 | South Lake Tahoe |
| Beyond Camp Zephyr Week 4 | July 14-18 | Carson City |
| Beyond Camp Zephyr Week 5 | July 21-25 | South Lake Tahoe |
| Beyond Camp Zephyr Week 6 | July 28 - August 1 | Carson City |
| Beyond Camp Zephyr Week 7 | August 4-8 | South Lake Tahoe |
| Summer Basecamp (Residential) | August 11-15 | N/A |
*The schedule for Beyond Camp Zephyr runs simultaneously to Camp Zephyr with the exception of the week of Summer Baescamp listed above. Basecamp is an overnight summer camp program for Middle and High School students. Click HERE for more information about our Summer Basecamp program.
Grades: going into 6th-8th grades
(NOTE: During Camp Zephyr Week 8, campers grades 6-7th are welcome to attend Camp Zephyr Day Camp due to only having overnight program offerings for this age group.)
We understand that schedules can often be difficult to coordinate, so we are making an effort to accommodate! We are offering an early drop-off option (starting at 7:45 am) and late pick-up option (concluding at 5:15 pm). Choose one (early arrival or late pickup) for $30 or do both for $50 for the week!
Optional round-trip van transportation is available for an added fee of $50 per camper (per week). Campers from all geographic regions are invited to participate during any of the 8 weeks of Camp Zephyr, but transportation is only available for the city listed for that week. Transportation availability is limited, so register early!
In Summer 2025, Transportation will be offered from two locations: South Lake Tahoe and Carson City.
| Individual | Rate | |
|---|---|---|
| Per child | $325 | |
| Add-ons: | ||
| Early drop-off OR Late pick-up | $30 | |
| Early drop-off AND Late pick-up | $50 | |
Each week campers will get to experience:
Skits: Each morning all of camp heads down to our amphitheater to watch (and sometimes participate in) hilarious and entertaining skits put on by lifeguards or day camp counselors that are sure to make your camper laugh.
Songs: Tommy toad, Beaver Song, Waves of Mercy, Banana song, Fruit of the spirit and so many more songs are essential to an awesome camp experience. Sure songs are set out for the morning, but singing lasts all day long!
Daily Activities: From kayaking to crafts, gaga ball to off-site excursions, campers experience a wide array of classic camp activities in addition to off-site excursions.
Swimming: Zephyr Point is located right on the shore of Lake Tahoe, we have our own private beach with a swimming area created by our docks. Every camper gets to swim for a minimum of an hour a day, while supervised by our Red Cross certified lifeguards dedicated to keeping day camp campers safe in the water!
Trail Talks: This is the time in the day that campers get to sit down with a snack, their new best friend, and their counselor. During this time, campers will have an opportunity to explore their spirituality through conversations connecting faith, community, and nature. Zephyr Point uses the Christian tradition and the example of Jesus as a lens to help campers see the value, dignity, and humanity in everyone. We welcome and respect all campers and of all spiritual backgrounds to come and participate as they feel comfortable.
Camp Zephyr After Hours: On Thursday nights of Beyond Camp Zephyr, campers are invited to stay after-hours for extra games, fun, and food with fellow campers.
Safety is a priority at Zephyr Point. All of our Summer staff is CPR and First Aid certified, and your child will always be supervised by certified American Red Cross lifeguards while swimming, kayaking, and any other activities by the water. In addition COVID-19 precautions will be taken as necessary according to state and county mandates.
Medical forms
All campers will be required to complete the 2025 Child-Youth Medical Form prior to the start of camp. This will be on your registration page and will open 45 days before the first week of camp. We will send email reminders to everyone. Camp Zephyr requires new, up-to-date medical forms each summer. We cannot let campers participate without receiving these forms prior to their arrival at camp.
Zephyr Point is accredited by the American Camp Association. This important accreditation highlights our ongoing commitment to providing a safe, enriching, and high-quality camp experience for all of our campers. The ACA accreditation process is rigorous, involving a thorough review of our programs, staff qualifications, safety standards, facilities, and overall camp operations. As an accredited camp, we have met or exceeded more than 200 standards for health, safety, and program quality established by the ACA, a leading authority in the camping industry.
Make sure your camper brings what they will need to Beyond Camp Zephyr! As lunch is not provided, pack a sack lunch for your camper to eat with their group. We will be outside playing games and having fun so a water bottle and sunscreen are necessary; our staff will make sure to remind campers to reapply sunscreen throughout the day. Every day, we spend time at the beach, kayaking or swimming, a swimsuit and towel are essential and water shoes are a good addition if you have them. Finally, a backpack to keep all of this together leads to fewer belongings in the lost and found! Other good things to bring are sunglasses, a hat, and a snack!
To Register click on the “Registration Portal” button at the top of the page.
For additional information, questions, or assistance registering, please call our Program Office at (775) 588-6759 ext 113.
All deposits are non-refundable after payment is made. Deposits are transferable to an available program within the same year. Cancellations two weeks before the start date of the program are eligible for a refund minus deposit or transfer program within the year. Cancellation within two weeks of the start date of the program will receive no refund. Registrations paid will be eligible to transfer to a different program within that year.
At Zephyr Point Youth Camps, we aspire to create a sacred space where all campers can learn, grow, and thrive in a safe and inclusive environment. We welcome and celebrate the diverse identities and experiences of young people and strive to facilitate an equitable camp experience for youth of all gender identities or expressions, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, religious or non-religious backgrounds, abilities or disabilities, and family compositions.
