10am- 4pm

Beginners Climate Camp is designed for first-time campers, youth who have NOT attended Climate Camp before. This welcome week introduces campers to the basics of climate change: its causes, its global impact, and the meaningful ways each of us can take action. Campers will enjoy climate-friendly foods, lots of outside time, and team-building activities around climate solutions. 

Lunch and snacks provided. Before and after care available.

Week 1: June 1 - 5

Week 2: June 8 - 12

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Bus Camp is a chance for kids to explore Indianapolis through our local public transit system, giving them first-hand knowledge of why mass transit is so important! We'll take IndyGo buses to unique destinations like the White River, LEED-certified buildings, Indy Urban Acres, and the Indiana Statehouse. Each day we’ll focus on different aspects of local sustainability including food, nature, and climate policy. Pick up and drop off at the downtown Julia M. Carson Transit Center.

| 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

THE Battle Against Climate Change is a youth led camp focused on battling both the heat of global warming and the inertia against climate action. Campers will use IndyGo to visit pools and splash pads across Indianapolis Pick up and drop off at the downtown Julia M. Carson Transit Center.

Solar Camp will combine the scientific principles of solar energy, the engineering of solar systems, the public policy that supports the solar energy transition, the creativity of promoting solar solutions to our community, and the fun of experiencing the solar world firsthand. We will take our campers to solar sites, let them talk with installers and developers.

We will introduce them to policy makers and energy experts. We will also have students use their creative skills to imagine how this technology can be used in their lives and how it can evolve with a modeling project. Students will get to take field trips, do lab experiments, and create art.

Proyecto SOL Camp will focus on nature connection in a Spanish/English bilingual format. ECI and PLC will collaborate to offer this camp that will help address a common barrier with summer camp offerings: language access. Proyecto SOL Camp will focus on nature connection as a form of mental and physical health. Activities will range from outdoor exploration, artistic expression, and how to care for the well-being of our planet, community, and ourselves. The target audience are students that primarily speak (or prefer to communicate) in Spanish, as well as students of natively bilingual homes. 

Each day, campers will rotate through experiences that nurture:

• Language & Culture: building pride and joy in their language and cultural traditions.

• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): strengthening empathy, resilience, and teamwork.

• Care for the Earth & Self: exploring nature and developing healthy habits for mind and body.

• Creative Expression: engaging with music, art, and stories that uplift community voices.

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SEL + Movement Camp combines social-emotional learning (SEL) with sports and activities to help kids build confidence, teamwork, and resilience; all while having fun in the great outdoors.

Each morning, campers will explore one of the five core SEL skills (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making) through games, reflection, and community-building activities.

Campers will also enjoy time immersed in the beautiful natural setting of Eagle Creek Park, where the Peace Learning Center is located. The week will end in celebration with an afternoon at Eagle Creek Beach, fun in the water and sun to wrap up an empowering week together.

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

This transformative camp invites middle and high school students to explore what it means to lead with compassion, resilience, and purpose. Participants will learn through hands-on projects, reflection, dialogue, and community-building.

Throughout the camp, youth will engage in:

• Social-Emotional Learning – strengthening self-awareness, empathy, and leadership skills.

• Climate Education – exploring climate challenges and discovering solutions for a sustainable future.

• Humane Education – fostering compassion and responsibility toward people, animals, and the planet.

This summer, let your child’s creativity and confidence shine! Our SEL + Art Camp blends social-emotional learning (SEL) with hands-on creative expression to help kids build self-awareness, empathy, and resilience while exploring the joy of making art.

Each morning, campers will focus on a core SEL skill (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, or responsible decision-making) through interactive games, discussions, and reflection.

In the afternoons, our partner, ARThentic Arts,will guide campers through a new art medium each day, encouraging imagination and self-expression:

• Monday: Clay with artist, 

• Tuesday: Music with artist,

• Wednesday: Paint with artist,

• Thursday: Recycled Materials with artist, 

• Friday: Beach Day at Eagle Creek Reservoir 

With time to create, collaborate, and reflect, campers will leave with not only beautiful art pieces but also stronger social-emotional skills they can use every day. The week will end in celebration with an afternoon at Eagle Creek Beach, fun in the water and sun to wrap up an empowering week together.

Curiosity and creativity collide at our SEL + STEM Camp! Campers will build confidence, resilience, and teamwork as they explore the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, and math.

Each morning, youth will strengthen one of the five SEL skills (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making) through reflection, games, and community building.

With plenty of time to experiment, collaborate, and learn in the natural setting of Eagle Creek Park, campers will leave with new skills, new friendships, and a passion for discovery. The week will end in celebration with an afternoon at Eagle Creek Beach, fun in the water and sun to wrap up an empowering week together.

ECI facilitates Monday: Climate & Environment 1-4pm

Lunch: campers provide lunch; snacks provided