At Camp Tuku we strive for a camp environment that empowers kids to enjoy the wonders of camp by immersing in nature to explore the connection between heart, mind, and body. We are please to announce our return to the Orme School for the 2024 season!
Founded in 1929 the Orme School is located in Mayer, AZ and has been home to the children of great American’s such as Ronald Reagan & Jimmy Stewart. Lush green fields dot the 300 acre grounds surrounded by historical buildings that harken back to the glory days of the West.
CAMP SEASON 2024
- Session 1: June 16 – June 22, 2024
- Session 2: June 23- June 29, 2024
- Two Week Session: June 16~June 29, 2024
- CIT (Counselor in Training): June 15~ June 29, 2024
Camp Tuku will be returning to the Orme School in 2024. Bordered by the Prescott National Forest at 4,000ft elevation, we welcome our campers to a beautiful land of tall trees, green lawns, flowers, organic Vegetable Garden and Orchards.
Address: 1000 Orme School Rd, Mayer, AZ 86333 |
At Camp Tuku, our mission is to provide a mindfulness approach to the camp experience for kids; a program designed to integrate the mind, body, and heart, giving kids skills early in life to help them nurture inner resilience.
With a focus on developing mindfulness skills, our unique summer camp experience offers a great opportunity for kids to learn and practice simple, fun tools for the development of self-awareness, as well as practices that will enable them to respond more effectively to the inevitable stress of every-day life. At Camp Tuku, we aim to nurture the mind, body, and heart.
From the time campers wake up to the time they hit the pillow at night, each day at Camp Tuku is designed to allow children time and space to connect their inner worlds to nature through fun and mindful activities including arts & crafts, innovations, pet care, wilderness exploration, Chef’s Table, yoga and an off-site adventure where campers will go kayaking or canoeing! Here is a sample schedule of a day at Camp Tuku:
7:15am – Wake up
7:45am – Assembly
8:00am – Breakfast
8:45am – Setting Intentions & Cabin Clean-Up
9:30am – Camp Tuku Activity Block 1
10:45am – Camp Tuku Activity Block 2
12:00pm – Lunch
1:00pm – Rest Period
2:00pm – Camp Tuku Activity Block 3
3:15pm – Camp Tuku Activity Block 4
4:15pm – Afternoon Choice Workshops
5:00pm – Dinner
5:45pm – Free Time
7:00pm – Evening Activity
9:00 – Practicing Gratitude
9:30am – Lights Out
BUNKS/DORMATORY
Our campers are housed in cabins or dorms with bathrooms/showers inside. Layouts of accommodations vary in style including traditional dorm halls, joined jack and jill suites, and rooms situated around a shared common space. Regardless of the building layout each bunk building is supervised by counselors & a roaming Director.
DINING ROOM
Enjoy your healthy meals in our cafeteria-style dining room. We will provide yummy foods that are balanced, fresh, natural, and sourced locally (where possible). Our professional staff are ready to meet the special dietary needs of our campers and families, including but not limited to vegetarian, gluten free, and nut allergies.
Throughout the day campers enjoy delicious treats. Every afternoon following Rest Hour we open “Snack Bar” for refreshing fruit, juice, ices or ice cream.
HEALTH CENTER
Our campers will be cared for by the Camp Tuku healthcare provider at a fully equipped infirmary with 24X7 care.
ACTIVITY FACILITIES
Campers will be able to explore all the facilities that we have to offer – Nature walking and hiking trails, Campfire, Archery Field, Basketball Court, Tennis Court, Horseback riding trails, Swimming pool, Pond for boating and fishing, Low Ropes Course, class rooms for innovations, arts and music, and more.
- Camp Dates
Session 1:
June 16 – June 22
Session 2:
June 23 – June 29
Two Week Session:
June 16 – June 29- CIT (Counselor in Training):
June 15 ~ June 29
- Age Range
Age
6 – 17 years old
Age
6 – 17 years old
Age
6 – 17 years old- Age
15~17 years old
- Cost
- Tier 1: $1,550
Tier 2: $1,350
Tier 3: $1,250 - Tier 1: $1,550
Tier 2: $1,350
Tier 3: $1,250 - Tier 1: $3,200
Tier 2: $2,800
Tier 3: $2,600
$1,000
Is your camper a young adult between the ages of 15-17 looking to attend camp? We are actively accepting applications for our Counselor-in-Training program!
Through our CIT program, we seek to mentor young adults with strong leadership capabilities and support them in finding their own unique voice and leadership style.
We offer our families tiered pricing. Please take a moment to look at the rate descriptions below and determine which of the three prices your family is able to pay for your child’s camp experience. Price selection is done strictly on an honor system. If you can afford to pay the full fee (Tier 1), please do so. If you cannot, simply select the price which is right for your family’s circumstances. There is no difference in the camp experience for campers registered at different tiers and tier selection is kept confidential.
TIER 1
This rate most accurately reflects the true cost of camp, including operational, general, administrative expenses, and our mission to make access to camp equitable for all children. If you can afford to pay this fee, please do so.
TIER 2
This is our partially subsidized rate for camp that covers most operational costs supported by the generosity of Camp Tuku supporters and donors.
TIER 3
We believe all children should have a transformational summer camp experience & we never want the cost of camp to be a barrier to access. This rate is subsidized at approximately 25% of the true cost of camp. Families who may need additional assistance in sending their campers to Camp Tuku may apply for our scholarship program using the following link: Apply for a Camp Tuku Campership.