Missoula Parents

Camp

Clay Creators with Wheels on the Bus

By Missoula Parks and Recreation

Listed under Art camps

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About this camp

Camp will be a unique clay experience with lessons on hand building and wheel throwing by the teaching artists of Wheels on the Bus, a mobile ceramics studio. Campers will learn the basic skills to build a foundation in ceramics and love of clay.

How to join

Ask about next season: Clay Creators with Wheels on the Bus at Missoula Parks and Recreation

Eligibility

Ages or grades
6-12
Counselor ratio
Low participant-to-staff ratios

Cost and supplies

Published cost
$270 fee / $225 resident discount
What to bring
Snacks—Lots of them! For full-day camps, bring a large lunch. Don't forget a water bottle. Clothes—Weather appropriate, including a lightweight hoodie or jacket. Dresses/skirts may not be optimal for climbing/biking. Shoes—Closed-toe shoes. Sandals that secure around the ankle are fine for river days, but please, no flip-flops EVER.

Cost help

Missoula Parks and Recreation publishes scholarships, sliding fees, or other financial aid. Ask the provider how to apply, or see Help paying.

Past seasons

Published dates from previous seasons, kept so families can compare programs between years.

View 4 past sessions
What the provider published for past seasons
SessionDatesCost
Week 4: July 6–10 — Clay Creators with Wheels on the Bus (Jefferson)Mon, Jul 6, 2026–Fri, Jul 10, 2026

8:30-1

Jefferson

$270 fee / $225 resident discount
Week 6: July 20–24 — Clay Creators with Wheels on the Bus (Jefferson)Mon, Jul 20, 2026–Fri, Jul 24, 2026

8:30-1

Jefferson

$270 fee / $225 resident discount
Week 8: August 3–7 — Clay Creators with Wheels on the Bus (Jefferson)Mon, Aug 3, 2026–Fri, Aug 7, 2026

8:30-1

Jefferson

$270 fee / $225 resident discount
Week 10: August 17–21 — Clay Creators with Wheels on the Bus (Jefferson)Mon, Aug 17, 2026–Fri, Aug 21, 2026

8:30-1

Jefferson

$270 fee / $225 resident discount

  • Week 4: July 6–10 — Clay Creators with Wheels on the Bus (Jefferson)

    Dates
    Mon, Jul 6, 2026–Fri, Jul 10, 2026

    8:30-1

    Location
    Jefferson
    Cost
    $270 fee / $225 resident discount

  • Week 6: July 20–24 — Clay Creators with Wheels on the Bus (Jefferson)

    Dates
    Mon, Jul 20, 2026–Fri, Jul 24, 2026

    8:30-1

    Location
    Jefferson
    Cost
    $270 fee / $225 resident discount

  • Week 8: August 3–7 — Clay Creators with Wheels on the Bus (Jefferson)

    Dates
    Mon, Aug 3, 2026–Fri, Aug 7, 2026

    8:30-1

    Location
    Jefferson
    Cost
    $270 fee / $225 resident discount

  • Week 10: August 17–21 — Clay Creators with Wheels on the Bus (Jefferson)

    Dates
    Mon, Aug 17, 2026–Fri, Aug 21, 2026

    8:30-1

    Location
    Jefferson
    Cost
    $270 fee / $225 resident discount