Great Basin Outdoor School (Glenbrook, NV): 2027 prices, dates and reviews

Name: Great Basin Outdoor School: Winter 3-Day Overnight Science Camp
Start: 2027-01-25
End: 2027-01-27
Location: Great Basin Outdoor School

Great Basin Outdoor School is a nonprofit, coed outdoor science camp in Glenbrook, Nevada, for ages 6–12. It offers structured STEM/outdoor activities such as hiking, snowshoeing, ecology, geology, astronomy, and Lake Tahoe shoreline and research-boat experiences. Meals are included with dietary restrictions accommodated, and homesickness support is available.

Prices and dates checked on Nov 11, 2026 on greatbasin-os.org

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Good fit for

Outdoor- and science-focused kids who like structured ecology, geology, astronomy, and hiking activities.
First-time campers, with homesickness support and staff who are trained and background checked.
Families needing meal and dietary accommodations on overnight programs.

Worth knowing

Bus transportation to/from school for overnight programs is not included; confirm what transport is covered.
Deposit and refund deadlines are specific: 20% deposit due within 45 days, with refunds by March 1, Oct. 1, or Nov. 1 depending on season.
Listed sessions are school-group overnights and SnowSchool ages 8+, so check session eligibility for your child’s age.

Winter sessions and prices

Session	Dates	Price	Per week	Status
Winter 3-Day Overnight Science Camp3 days · school groups	Jan 25 – Jan 27	$180	–	Open
2027 SnowSchool · ages 8+	Feb 8 – Feb 26	–	–	Open
Winter 2-Day Overnight Science Camp2 days · school groups	Dates not published	$120	–	Open

Plus fees: Bus transportation to/from school for overnight programs is not included.Source: camp’s dates and rates

What it really costs

Pick a session

Tuition$180

Fees we could read from the camp’s fee list are added. Travel, gear and optional trips are not.

Deposit and payments20% deposit due within 45 days of receipt; at least six months before season. Source

RefundsDeposits refundable until March 1 for fall, Oct. 1 for winter, Nov. 1 for spring. Source

Financial aidScholarships and financial assistance offered when possible. Source

DiscountsSome discounts may be available depending on community support/free and reduced meals. Source

Extra feesBus transportation to/from school for overnight programs is not included. Source

Activities

hikingsnowshoeingsnow science & safetyforest & wildlife ecologywatershed & stream ecologygeologyastronomynight hikesteam buildingTahoe research vesselsongs/skitsjournalinggames

Camp life

Daily schedule

structured Source

Waterfront

Lake Tahoe shoreline; sandy beach and research boat. Source

First-time campers

Homesickness support; staff trained. Source

Health care

Naturalists are first aid and CPR certified. Source

Food and allergies

Meals included; can accommodate all dietary restrictions. Source

Staff checks

State and federal background checks; chaperones background checked. Source

Who runs it

nonprofit Source

Getting there

Address

1776 Hwy 50 Source

Nearest airports

Truckee Tahoe Airport (TKF, 20 mi); Reno Tahoe International Airport (RNO, 31 mi)

Getting there

Bus transportation included to select sites during overnight stays; school arranges bus to/from camp. Source

Phone

775-324-0936 Source

Sacramento90 mi

San Francisco161 mi

Los Angeles359 mi

Salt Lake City442 mi

Straight-line distance. Driving is usually 20–30% longer.

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Questions about Great Basin Outdoor School

How much does Great Basin Outdoor School cost in 2027?

2027 tuition at Great Basin Outdoor School runs from $120 (Winter 2-Day Overnight Science Camp, 2 days) to $180 (Winter 3-Day Overnight Science Camp). Extra fees: Bus transportation to/from school for overnight programs is not included.

What ages does Great Basin Outdoor School take?

Great Basin Outdoor School takes campers from 6 to 12.

When are the 2027 sessions at Great Basin Outdoor School?

Winter 3-Day Overnight Science Camp: Jan 25 to Jan 27. 2027 SnowSchool: Feb 8 to Feb 26.

Is it good for first-time campers?

Homesickness support; staff trained.

What is the refund policy?

Deposits refundable until March 1 for fall, Oct. 1 for winter, Nov. 1 for spring.

Is financial aid available?

Scholarships and financial assistance offered when possible.

How do campers get to Great Basin Outdoor School?

Bus transportation included to select sites during overnight stays; school arranges bus to/from camp.

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