Sherwood Forest Summer Camp

Sherwood Forest Summer Camp serves children from low-income households and underserved communities in Missouri and Illinois, who live at or below the federal poverty line. We strive to establish and sustain long-term relationships with our campers, their families, and the agencies and schools that serve them. By balancing traditional camp adventures with evidence-based programs that reinforce and support school-year learning, Sherwood Forest connects with, educates, and inspires the youth of St. Louis.

Sherwood Forest’s Quest program is designed for children in 1st-9th grades who live in the St. Louis region. In order to be eligible for our programs, campers should live in one of the following counties: St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Jefferson County, Franklin County, St. Charles County, St. Clair County (IL), or Madison County (IL). Sherwood Forest reserves 80% of our spaces for children from low-income families. This is defined by a child’s qualification for the Summer Food Service Program. Campers who do not qualify for this program are able to attend camp, but priority is given to those who do qualify. It is also a requirement that campers themselves have a strong interest in going to camp. 

Sessions:

Mini Camp (1st and 2nd Graders)
Session 1: June 7, 2026 to June 13, 2026
Session 2: July 9, 2026 to July 15, 2026
Cost: $35

Explorer Camp (3rd – 5th Graders)
Session 1: June 17, 2026 to July 2, 2026
Session 2: July 19, 2026 to August 3, 2026
Cost: $50

Leadership Camp (6th – 9th Graders)
Session 1: June 7, 2026 to July 2, 2026
Session 2: July 9, 2026 to August 3, 2026
Cost: $75
 ** Participants can only attend one camp session. **

Camp Details
Highway 21 South
Lesterville, MO 63654
United States
Extended Care: No
This is a sleep-away camp.
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