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Summer camps in Fairbanks offer a uniquely Alaskan twist on traditional activities, taking full advantage of the region's stunning natural environment and midnight sun. With most programs running in June and July, kids can experience everything from wilderness adventures at Camp Li-Wa, where they'll learn horsemanship and survival skills, to hands-on environmental education at Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge.
The city's diverse camp scene blends outdoor exploration with STEM learning – you'll find unique options like Arctic science camps and space programs alongside traditional sports and arts activities. What really sets Fairbanks camps apart is their affordability, with most sessions priced under $400, making quality summer programming accessible to local families.
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The average summer camp costs $200. We found that 41 camps cost under $200, 28 camps are between $201-$400, and 8 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Variety, Academic, Arts. Variety camps make up 42% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 8 and 13 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 1 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 10 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 18 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 12 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 125 sessions, Full-Day camps have 64 sessions, Half-Day camps have 39 sessions.
Yes! 9 camps (7% of all camps) offer special needs accommodations.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, February. The average camp session runs for 35 days.