“I was a Marin GreenPlay camper and a Youth Leader and have loved working at Marin GreenPlay Camp for the past 5 years. All the Guides are incredible and the children are so curious to learn and explore. I’m so grateful I’m able to go outside everyday at camp and explore the areas I grew up going to and sharing the magic with the campers. The Guides are knowledgeable and help keep the wonder alive and ask questions so that the campers can respond and learn to ask more questions and be creative.
Julie is an amazing and attentive leader. She is always on top of everything and has time to answer questions, go on adventures with the campers, and surprise them with treats. She brings her love of nature and teaching kids to this amazing camp.”

“I had a fantastic time as a counselor with Marin Greenplay Camp! Not only did it provide me with an opportunity to engage with kids outside, but it reminded me to slow down and take account of all the beauty and wonder in each summer day. Working at camp was also an excellent time to hone in on my naturalist skills, and inspired me to complete the CA Naturalist certificate program the following fall. I’d describe the atmosphere at camp to be joyful, curious, and playful.
Julie, our camp director, was incredibly supportive and communicative throughout the entire experience. I often wish I could have attended this camp when I was a kiddo. We’re so lucky to have her vision for creating this nourishing environment for children in the Bay Area!”

“I just can’t get enough of Marin GreenPlay Camp! It is safe to say that this camp has made me into the adventurous adult I am today, inspiring me to always get outside, and to never cease to ask questions such as “Where, When, Why, and How.” With a world full of technology, this camp helps awaken the curiosity every one has inside themselves about the outdoor world. It has been almost fifteen years since my first day of camp as a kiddo; over the past two years I had the privilege of working as a guide to help awaken the curiosity of other children’s souls.
Julie did the same for me. I could not speak more highly about this summer program, just one day of outdoor play will be remembered for the rest of your child’s life. Give your child the gift of MGP, it will not be forgotten.”

“My favorite part of working with Marin GreenPlay Camp was that I got to spend time outside, in many beautiful places, getting to show a group of kids the beauty of nature while doing fun activities with them. Working at camp improved my life because I truly enjoy being with the kids all day long. I learn just as much from the kids as they can learn from me. It’s always amazing to see how new and exciting everything is for the kids. They have a very natural curiosity for life that encourages me to be more curious myself. Marin GreenPlay Camp encourages this curiosity and allows kids to be inspired by our natural environment while having a good time outdoors. Marin GreenPlay Camp is a very inclusive camp with a goal of zero judgment, so everyone is playing and exploring nature together while enjoying each others company.
Julie makes being a Guide very easy. Everything is well organized and planned out, but still accommodates flexibility in the schedule because with a group of kids, things do not always go to plan. : ) We are encouraged to follow the campers’ interest in a cool nature find. If we need Julie’s help, she is on it and I know I can count on her.”

“Working at Marin GreenPlay Camp is such a great experience. Not only do you get to be outdoors exploring Marin all summer, but you also get to foster appreciation for nature and create a positive environment for the kids. My favorite part about camp was the people that help make it happen. Working with like-minded people that also care about nature and being outdoors is so fun.
Julie is the best! You can tell that everyone who works with Marin GreenPlay Camp genuinely just care so much, and it really rubs off on the guides and the kids!”

“What I’ve loved most about working at Marin GreenPlay Camp is the intentional focus on both nature and curiosity. Spending many weeks of every summer outdoors and exploring nature alongside the campers changed my outlook on life by emphasizing the importance of connection and being fully present in a world where that can be easily forgotten. We’re never too old to play outside! Working at camp improved my life in so many ways but the biggest lesson I took away was learning how grounding yourself in nature can be a lifelong tool when daily life feels overwhelming.
Working with Julie is just the best, her passion for the camp, constant drive to improve and incredible care for what the camp stands for creates an environment where everyone feels supported, valued and inspired.”

“I was a Marin GreenPlay Camp camper so I have loved giving back to the camp and bringing the campers fun memories like the ones I made when I was a camper. I feel like camp has brought me closer to nature, and I have made multiple important connections through working at camp. The camp is like a big outdoor classroom since the campers are learning about nature while having fun and playing games.
I love working with Julie since she is very easy to communicate with and all of the campers love her.”

“Marin GreenPlay Camp is an incredibly supportive camp community that has offered me meaningful learning experiences, mentorship and friendships which have shaped my passions and long-term goals. It is a warm and welcoming play-based learning environment where kids are encouraged to slow down, notice their surroundings and make their own inferences about the world around them. Having the opportunity to work at a nature-based summer camp and engage in learning through hands-on activities sparked my own interest in strengthening educational experiences for children. It solidified my desire to pursue a career in education research, and I am beyond grateful that I can draw on my own experiences at this camp to inform my future work and understanding of how to foster supportive learning environments.
Julie consistently checked in with the Nature Guides to ensure we always felt prepared and had the materials we needed for a successful week of exploration. Her ongoing support for our whole team was at the core of why I came back summer after summer.”

“I loved working at Marin GreenPlay Camp because of all the time we spent outside exploring the beautiful public spaces in Marin County. I worked at the Dog Days Camp and being able to facilitate time for kids outdoors and teach them valuable skills about dog ownership was a wonderful experience. It makes me very happy that in today’s technology-driven world, there are still opportunities for kids to learn, explore, and have fun in the lovely place that we live.
Julie is great and goes out of her way to make the camp experience accessible and enjoyable for all who participate.”

“What I loved most about working at Marin GreenPlay Camp is the focus on encouraging kids to connect with nature. It is a beautiful thing to be able to witness, and I am so thankful that I play some part in creating the environment for kids to do so. Working at Marin GreenPlay Camp allowed me more time to experience nature as well as connect with my inner child. Kids are such great teachers if you are willing to slow down and work at their pace. They taught me about the importance of being silly and appreciating the little things. There are only positive attitudes at Marin GreenPlay Camp, and the vibe can be described as energetic, educational and fun.
Working with Julie has been one of the best parts of my experience. She is so dedicated to conservation, engagement with nature and creating a positive experience for the kids. ”