FP Summer Camp 2021
Thank you to all our FP Basecampers - See you next summer!
What makes our summer camps unique?
Being part of a community • Japan-USA cultural exchange • Kids playing a role in creating their own adventures •
Positive mentoring from passionate staff • Safe challenges that expand comfort zones • Opportunities for reflection •
Taking time to celebrate • Remembering to be in the moment • Scholarships that keep our doors open to all •
Making positive connections with others
①FP BASECAMP: Buckeyes! July 5-9, 2021
($575: van transport. $525: drop off @ parks)
After a year of screens and separation, give your kids the
opportunity to reconnect with the world around them at
FP Basecamp. This summer will be a time of exploration and
imagination. A chance for unstructured time in nature. We'll
travel to local parks to build basecamps and create community.
Fresh air, friendships and discovery all included. Add your
tent to our FP Basecamp!
Location: Morning check-in @ Central Park in San Mateo
(PLEASE NOTE: on certain days we will travel to other local parks.
If you want your child to be transported via camp van, please select
that option at registration. If you would rather, you can drop your
child off at the various locations)
Grades: Entering grades 1-7 (Limited to 20 participants)
Schedule: 8:30am-3:00pm, M-F
Planned Activities:
Campers will enjoy Feelosophy 101, group games and challenges,
creating their own hiking stick, constructing a basic shelter, discovering
where the trail leads, making sit-upons, climbing trees, building forts,
navigating downtown San Mateo, identifying local plants, and celebrating with an FP Basecamp Cookout with s'mores!
②FP BASECAMP: Redwoods! July 12-16, 2021
($575: van transport. $525: drop off @ parks)
What would you do with a hiking stick, a blue tarp, an
endless supply of 300ft tall redwood trees and an entire day to
explore? Come travel with us to some of the most magical
redwood forests on the peninsula and see where your
imagination takes you! This summer, we'll build basecamps
and create community. Dirt, friendships and laughter all
included. What will your FP Basecamp adventure be?
Location: Check in @ Central Park, San Mateo
(with day trips to various redwood trails on Skyline and HMB)
(PLEASE NOTE: on certain days we will travel to other local parks.
If you want your child to be transported via camp van, please select
that option at registration. If you would rather, you can drop your
child off at the various locations)
Grades: Entering grades 1-7 (Limited to 20 participants)
Schedule: 9:00am-3:30pm, M-F
Planned Activities:
Team building and Feelosophy 101, hiking adventures, building your
explorer skills toolkit, creating your own hiking stick, constructing a
basic shelter, building forts with friends, enjoying the magic of the
redwood forest, climbing trees and celebrating with an FP Basecamp Cookout with s'mores!
③FP Leadership Program: July 5-9 ($425) and July 12-16 ($425)
Available to incoming 8th graders and older, who have previously participated in an
FP program, the FP Leadership Program gives your child the opportunity to transition
from camper to counselor. They will work as part of a group to design and deliver
unique and inspiring camp experiences. These young adults get to participate in our
summer camps while also taking on the roles and responsibilities of a junior
counselor. The program includes mentoring, opportunities for reflection and growth,
and a focus on developing your individual leadership style. Come Join Our Team!
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All FP Summer Campers practice these 5 skills essential to becoming mindful change makers:
1. Shift Perspective: See challenges as learning opportunities.
2. Find Teachable Moments: Recognize when it's your turn to teach, and when it's your turn to learn.
3. Connect Positively with the World: Be in the moment and enjoy what the world has to offer.
4. Connect Positively with Yourself and Others: Be proud of what makes you unique and find positive connection with others.
5. Celebrate: Capture the moment and take time enjoy your successes.