Camp Connexions 2013

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Summer at The Academy

Features introductory and “advanced skills� sports camps; adventure and science programs; arts classes in theatre, painting, jewelry, scrapbooking, dance; arts and crafts, and animal adventure; and a limited selection of academic courses including computers and study skills, and for credit – summer school. Also offers swimming, before and after camp care, bus transportation, and lunch service. Field trips included in fees. Register before May 1 and receive $10 off each week of camp!* *

Some restrictions may apply.

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Camp Fair BY SUSAN SMIGIELSKI ACKER

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Want to camp? This event will bring vendors and parents together.

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Experts share the benefits of each and help parents decide which option is best for their child.

Memory Lane BY TIDEWATER PARENT

Experience a journey through the past with notable locals and their fond memories of camping days.

Co-ed vs. Gender Specific BY BRANDY CENTOLANZA

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Get ready, get set ... BY TRIPLE R

A few tips for parents so you know your camper is set for (safe) fun.

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Let’s go to camp! COMPILED BY CINDY BUTLER FOCKE

Now that you and your child know what to expect and what kind of experience you both want, choose the best fit from our selection of camps.

JAMES WRIGHT 222-3994, james.wright@pilotonline. com BUSINESS MANAGER

MICHELLE NORMAN 222-5380. michelle.norman @pilotonline.com

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camp fair QUESTIONS FOR PARENTS Tammy Lindquist, marketing and business development manager for Tidewater Parent Magazine, said the following questions are important:

What is the instructor to child ratio? Some children need more adult supervision than others.

How do they handle homesick campers?

Are field trips included in the camp?

What medical forms are needed?

Is there a sneak preview to personally visit the camp?

Are they accredited?

Does the staff know proper medical procedures such as CPR?

Get the most from your search

Are snacks included?

It can be overwhelming with all the information vendors provide. Plan ahead and bring questions to get the answers you need.

What type of food is served? Ask for a menu sample.

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What type of discounts do they offer? Lindquist said many offer military discounts, early payment discounts and early installment payment discounts.

Do they do a background check on staff members?

If you have a teen in need of summer employment, do they hire teens?

LOOKING FOR A GOOD camp experience for your child can mean much time researching. To make it easy, Tidewater Parent and MyTidewaterMoms. com will host a camp fair on March 9 at 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at Lynnhaven Mall in Virginia Beach. The fair will have nearly 50 vendors to talk about the benefits of their camps and programs for children of various ages. The variety of vendors includes day

camp opportunities for the entire summer to one week. There will overnight camps and sports camps represented as well as tutoring programs. In addition, several birthday party vendors will show their abilities. There will also be entertainment. With so many vendors, Tammy Lindquist, marketing and business development manager for Tidewater Parent Magazine, said “it can be overwhelming.” However, Lindquist said if

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2013 Camp and Education Fair When 10 a.m.3:30 p.m., Saturday, March 9 Where Lynnhaven Mall Presented by Tidewater Parent and MyTidewater Moms.com

you know how to visit such an event, it can be a very productive and enjoyable time. Lindquist, who has handled several such fairs, offered the following tips to making the most of your day at the fair. Make sure you register for the fair. Lindquist said this gets you on the list for prizes and other benefits including a free bag to hold information you collect. Lindquist said your camper

can use the bag when they head off to camp. Visit each booth and ask what they do for campers. Just because your child does not think they will enjoy a particular camp, does not mean they will not. “You would never know it but private schools have way more going for them than you would think. And organizations such as the Simon Family JCC Camp has a wide variety of activities from swimming to golf,” Lindquist said.

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camp memories

I WENT TO THE MASTER’S INN for several summers in elementary school, where I participated in archery, rifle shooting, fishing, horseback riding, and ropes courses. The very best part was spending the hot summer afternoons at the lake, jumping off the deck onto “the blob”, a giant air mattress that catapults you into the air and splashing into the water. There was so much to do and so many friends to be made. It was a children’s paradise and I never wanted to leave.

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The experience that lasts a lifetime

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Education Associate Virginia Living Museum

I WAS REALLY excited and nervous at the same time. The best thing about being away from home for a while was making new friends. I made three. My least favorite thing was I missed my family. I felt braver because it was my first time away at camp and I was staying away from my house for a week. My favorite thing we did was when we learned archery and swam in the pool. I want to go back because I loved the camp. One bad thing was that the beds were not that comfortable and they had a lot of dirt on them. I felt like going to that camp made me feel like I was growing up.

TOMMY JOHNSON

Age 12, Student Yorktown

I WENT OFF to overnight camp in Colorado as a shy and awkward 12-year-old who, despite already being extremely tall, preferred to fade into the background. One morning I got to take my favorite horse on a trail ride, and the counselor decided to let us run the horses across a huge field. My horse, a muscular, black and slightly wild creature named “Cool” (for real), took off first. I was terrified at first, but then I just felt great, like I was flying and confident and in control. For those moments I was totally free of worrying about fitting in and wishing I could be less timid. I still think about that morning when I am feeling stressed out or even just having a shy moment. It was pretty cool.

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WHEN I WAS around 10 years old I went to YMCA day camp during the summer. There were arts and crafts plus archery which I loved to do. Just being outside was great. One vivid memory is of a sudden thunderstorm that caught our group out in the open in a big grassy field. Our counselor led all of us running to the nearest building for safety; it seemed like we ran for a long way before we escaped from very scary pouring rain, loud thunder and lightning all around us. Some of us tripped and fell on the way in, we came in drenched, but she made sure we were all calmed down and everyone was fine. Her name has gone from my mind but I remember her kindness, how she both led and joined in many of the activities. She brought out the best in each one of us.

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I WENT TO SEVERAL sports camps as a child growing up in Virginia Beach. My favorite camp memory was going to triple R each summer. I was an experienced paddler growing up so I always won the canoe race. I made so many great friends at that camp but I was always ready to go home to my own bed after a week.

DOMINIC MANILLA Women’s Tennis Coach Old Dominion University

MY FAVORITE CAMP memory is not panicking when I nearly sliced my finger to the bone with a pocket knife. Remaining calm and getting help gave me confidence to face the unexpected. And I still have the scar to prove it!

ALISON JOHNSON

Contributing Writer Tidewater Parent Magazine

I REMEMBER going to Paul Webb’s camp at Old Domionion University. He asked the group if anyone wanted to take a half-court shot to win a pizza. I stepped up, made the shot and won a pizza!

CHRIS RECKLING

Co-Host The Hampton Roads Show WAVY-TV

CATHY LEWIS

Host/Executive Producer WHRV-FM, WHRO-TV and Executive Director CIVIC Leadership Institute

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TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL 9-Week Summer Camp Program June 17th - August 16th • PK-3 thru 6th grade 9am - 3pm (extended hours available)

Each week offers a theme based program, including several in-house field trips! • Gymstrada • Abrakadoodle Art • Virginia Living Museum • Miniature Golf • Creature Comfort’s Bird Show • Bookmobile • Sock Hop with a DJ • Water Fun • Cooking • Picnics • Norfolk SPCA • and much more!

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boys vs. girls

Co-ed camps A good choice? BY BRANDY CENTOLANZA

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S SUMMER DRAWS near, moms and dads may be weighing potential benefits of enrolling their children in same gender summer camp programs. // Females,

in particular, are more likely to speak up, take risks and develop leadership skills when they are in a same gender environment.

“Girls have unique needs and interests different from boys,” explained Marcy Germanotta, communications director for Girl Scouts of Colonial Coast. “They need a special place in their developmental years

where they can discover their talents and learn to succeed.” Camps such as those offered through Girl Scouts allow girls to “be themselves, try new skills and speak their minds without worrying about how

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boys will react,” Germanotta said. As females enter their preteen and adolescent years, they tend to become more self-conscious, and a single-gender camp may lessen their fears of being teased or ridiculed. LeAnne Boyer of Williamsburg, whose six-yea r- old daughter is a Girl Scout, can envision the potential benefits as her daughter gets older. “I do feel that once you start to come in to the age of noticing the other gender, a child

could be richly blessed to go to a single gender camp because there are fewer pressures and then they can really bond and enjoy the time they have at camp with out all the fuss,” Boyer said. There are plus sides for boys too. Single-gender sports camps, for example, offer the chance for males to also hone their leadership skills as well as learn to work together in a group. “Proponents of single sex education argue that separating children by their biological sex can reduce distractions between boys and girls and improve their learning,” said Dr. Kai Heidemann, a sociologist with the Department of Sociology, Social Work and Anthropology at Christopher Newport University in Newport News. “They also argue that it creates a space where-

by boys and girls can feel free to be themselves without pressure of being judged for their looks or for fear of how ‘cool’ they appear in front of the opposite sex.” Dr. Shannon Trice-Black, an assistant professor with the School Psychology and Counselor Education Program at College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, added that single gender camps can include “benefits of providing an environment where girls and boys can thrive in a setting where they have the freedom to grow in self-awareness, selfesteem, trust, and relationships with each other. Single gender camps include camp counselors who are positive role models of the same gender. In a setting without distractions from the opposite sex, children and adolescents can thrive.”

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dren and adolescents for the real world. Boys and girls can have the opportunity to work alongside one another in a small environment with both female and male counselors who are often positive role models.” Trice-Black said that both single gender and co-ed programs “can help break down gender role stereotypes.” “For example, a camp for girls can offer opportunities to explore and learn about activities that our society often labels as activities more well suited for boys such as math and science programs, computer pro-

grams, and some sports or outdoor programs,” she said. “The same holds true for boys who might feel more comfortable exploring interests such as music or art in an environment without females. On the other hand, co-ed camps offer girls and boys the opportunities to work alongside one another and learn more about one another. Each camp will be as unique as the child itself.” And that’s the bottom line. When deciding on a camp program, parents need to know what might be the right fit for their child. “The most important factor in making the choice between single gender or co-ed camps is the individual personality of each child,” said Trice-Black. “Parents know their children’s personalities and they also know places in which their child would like to or needs to grow. Every child is different, and the circumstances may differ every year as children develop physically and psychologically.”

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There are some downsides, though. Kelly Wilson, owner of 3D Sports Inc. in Yorktown, which offers both single gender and co-ed sports camp programs, says that while single gender camps give females “more of a chance to learn and participate, and provide them with more freedom of expression and freedom of participation,” co-ed camps are the ideal. “The pro of a co-ed camp is to prepare you for the society that you are going to be living in,” said Wilson. “We are living in an increasingly gender equal society. We aren’t there yet, but it’s the world we live in. By working and learning together, boys and girls can breakdown societal stereotypes that say that this is something that only a girl can do or that is something that only a boy can do.” Trice-Black added, “Potential disadvantages of a single gender camp include missed opportunities to learn how to work with both boys and girls. A co-ed camp can help prepare chil-

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This summer, hit everything from the books to the high seas. Join the Norfolk Collegiate family for a memorable Summer Under the Oak! Our Summer Programs have been reimagined for 2013, now with more sessions and adventures for adults and children, ages 4 and up. We invite you to take advantage of these fantastic opportunities and enjoy a program with your friends or family. For information, call 757.626.1820 or visit NorfolkCollegiate.org.

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LET’S GO TO CAMP! Camp can be scary for both parents and kids. Prepare with these tips. BY TRIPLE R Parents often worry how they can make sure their kids are ready for an overnight camp experience. Tidewater Parent Magazine asked veteran Camp Program Director Jeanette Henderson of Triple-R Ranch camp in Chesapeake to provide tips for parents and children to be prepared. Camp is a great way to safely explore the outdoors, practice independence, make new friends, learn about teamwork, be creative and experience many new activities. However, going to camp is a big step for children and parents. How can you be ready? Decide what you want from camp. Talk with your child to see what

kind of camp sounds fun. Then look for a camp that meets your goals. If possible, visit the camp. If your camper has special needs, make sure the camp is prepared and has trained staff for your specific needs. Camp is expensive and you want to make sure it’s a good fit for your child. Ask for the camp’s weekly schedule so your camper can get an idea of what to expect. As you go over the schedule, see what questions or concerns they have. Everyone gets a little homesick, even parents. Remind them that homesickness is perfectly normal. Do not plan an exit strategy. Approach the experience with a

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positive attitude. Camp can play an important role in their growth and development. Mastering a week at camp can be a great confidence builder. Help them pick out a stuffed animal, a picture or favorite item that brings them comfort. Take time to practice at home anything your child may need to know but is not used to doing, such as using a flash light, walking outside in the dark, handling wet or soiled clothes, putting on sun screen, bug repellent and fixing their own hair. Go over the list of things to bring to camp in plenty of time to purchase any items you need. Avoid buying a lot of new clothes. Camp activities are rough on clothing. Have your child help pack. This will help them know what they brought and how to repack it. Provide a laundry bag for dirty clothes. Do not over pack or pack things on the do-not-bring list.

Keep it simple. Use as few toiletries as possible. Products that do double-duty such as shampoo and body wash are great. Do not send bars of soap. Label everything. If someone else is picking up your camper, make sure they know what the child brought to camp. Policies and information often change, make sure you read over all camp literature. Make sure you have all camp forms filled out correctly. Prepare them for meeting and making new friends. To have a good friend, you need to know how to be a good friend. Teach your children that being kind and thoughtful of others is a great start. Campers love mail. If you’re using the postal service, mail letters before they come so you can be sure they get there in time. We’ve found lots of parents bring letters/care packages to check-in

and leave us with directions as to when they want them delivered. It’s helpful to pack stamps and address labels for your camper to use. When writing campers, tell them you miss and love them but make sure you talk about how excited you are they are getting to experience camp. We find they often worry about their parents and love ones while away. If you’ve had a recent tragedy in the family, write more often to let them know you are okay and are happy they are getting to have fun at camp. Most important, help your child understand camp staff is there to help them. Sometimes campers, especially younger ones, are afraid to speak up and ask for things they need. Tell them their counselors and other camp staff members are there to take care of them. If they are homesick, bullied, frightened or have any needs to tell someone.

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O T T N I WA ERE! GO TH Norfolk Botanical Garden Nature Kids Camp Norfolk Botanical Garden, 6700 Azalea Garden Road City Norfolk Cost $190 – $210/wk Dates Jun 17 to Aug 24 Ages 5 – 10 (Campers must have completed Kindergarten or equivalent) Contact 441-5830 x338 Category Academic, Nature & Marine Science Description Join us for tram & boat rides, nature hikes & games, splash fountains & time in the WOW Children’s Garden. Themes include Harry Potter, Nature Sleuths, Epic Global Adventure, Pirates and more!

Norfolk Botanical Garden Leaders in Training Camp 6700 Azalea Garden Road City Norfolk Cost $210 – $230/wk Dates Jul 15 to Jul 19 Ages 11 – 14 Contact 441-5830 x338 Category Academic, Nature & Marine Science Description Learn teambuilding games, play the Garden’s version of Survivor and make lanyards and other traditional camp crafts. Part of each day is spent in NatureKids camp shadowing Educators and “learning the ropes” of environmental education and leadership.

Norfolk Botanical Garden Artists 6700 Azalea Garden Road City Norfolk Cost $210 – $230/wk Dates Jul 8 – 12, July 29 – Aug 2 Ages 8 – 12 Contact 441-5830 x338 Category Academic, Nature & Marine Science Description Get creative in the Garden! Use natural materials to make paper, dye and sculptures. Use the garden as inspiration for photography, watercolors and other artistic mediums.

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Sesame Seeds Camp 6700 Azalea Garden Road City Norfolk Cost $100 – 110/wk Dates June 17 – Aug 2 Ages 4–5.(eligible for Sept. kindergarten) Must be pottytrained Contact 441-5830 x338 Category Academic, Nature & Marine Science Description Have fun in the garden!

Norfolk Botanical Garden to Table Camp 6700 Azalea Garden Road City Norfolk Cost $210 – $230/wk Dates July 22 – 26 Ages 8 – 12 Contact 441-5830 x338 Category Academic, Nature & Marine Science Description Learn about nature and plants that go from the garden to the table.

Horse Camp for Horse Lovers Willowgait Farm 135 Lands End Road City Knotts Island Cost $275 – $295 Dates Jun 17 to Jul 26 Ages 4 – 12 Contact www.willowgaitfarm. com Category Animals Description Experienced Day Camp with fun filled days of organized, supervised horse activities riding, games,arts and crafts for the horse loving kid. Book early to avoid being waitlisted.

Art Camp at the Hermitage (Kids Spring Break) 7637 North Shore Road City Norfolk Cost $165 – $195 Dates Apr 01 to Apr 05 Ages Boys and Girls, 6 – 10 Contact tmatthews@ thehermitagemuseum.org, www. thehermitagemuseum.org Category Art Description Step into the shoes of a museum curator and experience art from this exciting viewpoint. Imitate the style of your favorite artist and create your own “mini-museum”. Camp includes hands-on art projects, outdoor activities, guided museum tours, and guest artists.

Art Camp at the Hermitage (Young Artists Spring Break) 7637 North Shore Road City Norfolk Cost $165 – $195 Dates Apr 01 to Apr 05 Ages Boys and Girls, 11 – 13 Contact tmatthews@ thehermitagemuseum.org,www. thehermitagemuseum.org Category Art Description Young artists will focus on several artistic mediums at camp. By the end of the week, campers will have created a mini-portfolio. Camp includes hands-on art projects, outdoor activities, guided museum tours, and guest artists.

Art Camp at the Hermitage (Kids Summer) 7637 North Shore Road

Fine Arts Camp for Kids King’s Grant Baptist Church, 873 Little Neck Rd. City Virginia Beach Dates Aug. 8 – 15 Ages Rising grades 4 – 12 Cost $75 Contact Dan Cooper, 340-0902 Category Art Description Offerings in visual arts, music and drama. Theme “All Creatures of Our God and King.”

City Norfolk Cost $165 – $195/wk Dates Jun 17 to Aug 23 Ages Boys and Girls, 6 – 10 Contact tmatthews@ thehermitagemuseum.org, www. thehermitagemuseum.org Category Art Description Each week of camp includes hands-on art projects, outdoor activities, guided museum tours, guest artists and supplemental programming focused on the weekly theme. Participate in all nine weeks or

choose the weeks which best fit your schedules and interests.

Art Camp Potts N Paints of Great Bridge

Art Camp at the Hermitage (Young Artists Summer)

920 S Battlefield Boulevard Suite 102

7637 North Shore Road City Norfolk Cost $165 – $195/wk Dates Jun 24 to Aug 16 Ages Boys and Girls, 11 – 13 Contact tmatthews@ thehermitagemuseum.org Category Art Description Young artists will focus on several artistic mediums at camp. By the end of the week, campers will have created a mini-portfolio. Camp includes hands-on art projects, outdoor activities, guided museum tours, and guest artists.

Norfolk Christian Creative Kids Art Camp, Va. Beach Campus 1265 Laskin Rd. City Virginia Beach Cost $125 – $140 Dates 7/8 – 12 Ages Co-ed – Rising Grades 1 – 4 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Art Description This camp, led by an experienced Christian artist and art therapist, will combine artistic talent, faith & imagination. Art media includes drawing, painting, and group sculpture, with lots of room for personal creativity.

Art Camps by artist Devi Anne Moore MFA 1001 Sherando Ct. City Chesapeake Cost $165 Dates Jun 17 – 21, July 15 – 19 Ages All 6 – 99 Contact devianne@tav-art.org or 436-3515 Category Art Description Three projects are learned each camp will include several mediums such as painting, drawing, sculpting.

Art Workshops by artist Devi Anne Moore MFA 1001 Sherando Ct. City Chesapeake Cost $165 Dates TBA Ages Adult Contact devianne@tav-art.org or 436-3515 Category Art Description Projects will include (but may vary) color, value, composition, along with art history.

City Chesapeake Cost varies Dates Jun 26 to Aug 21 Ages 4 and older Contact Potts N Paints 436-3515 Category Art Description Potts N Paints offers an art experience of multi-media art designs. Your children will create masterpieces in clay hand building, pottery wheel work, glass fusing, mosaics, pottery techniques and much more.

Norfolk Christian Art (Drawing) Camp 255 Thole Street City Norfolk Cost $70 – $90 Dates 7/1 – 3, 12:30 – 4 p.m. Ages Co-ed; rising grades 4 – 7 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Art Description Do you find yourself constantly doodling and wish you could make your drawings look more realistic or 3D? Beginners or an accomplished artists welcome. Learn techniques that will take your drawings to another level!

Norfolk Christian Softball Camp 255 Thole St. City Norfolk Cost $125 – $140 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Baseball/Softball Dates July 24 – 28, 8:30 – noon Ages Girls; rising grades fifth – eighth. Description All-Tidewater player & director Jen Allen brings her expertise and love for the game to this session. Teaches the skills & rules through a variety of drills & lead-up games. Focus on throwing, catching, defense, hitting & much more. (Meets @ Lakewood Park)

Norfolk Christian Baseball Camp 255 Thole Street City Norfolk Dates June 24 – 28, 8:30 a.m. – noon Ages Boys rising grades 3 – 8 Cost $125 – $140 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Baseball/Softball Description For baseball lovers

& learners alike! It covers all aspects of the sport from hip rotation on your swing to, footwork on the bases & so much more! Campers play within their age/ability group. (Meets @ Lakewood Park).

Norfolk Christian Baseball Camp 255 Thole St. City Norfolk Cost $115 – $130 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Baseball/softball Dates July 15 – 19 Ages Boys, rising grades 3 – 8 Description For baseball lovers & learners alike! It covers all aspects of the sport from hip rotation on your swing to, footwork on the bases & so much more! Campers play within their age/ability group. (Meets @ Lakewood Park)

Norfolk Christian “Above All” Basketball Camp 255 Thole St. City Norfolk Cost $100 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Basketball Dates July 25 – 27 Ages Boys, rising grades 9 – 12 Description Our director, Michael Allen, VISAA Coach of the year, and Bob Bates, scholastic coach of the year, lead this camp which features skill emphasis, advanced b-ball instruction, rules overview, games, competitions & a skill circuit. Learn from the best!

Youth Basketball Camp, Chesapeake Parks and Rec Great Bridge High School City Chesapeake Cost $75 Dates 6/17 – 20, 7/8 – 11, 9 a.m. 12:30 Ages 8 – 15 Contact 382-6411, www. Cityofchesapeake.net Category Basketball Description Fun-filled week of basketball fundamentals.

Norfolk Christian Basketball Camp, Va. Beach campus 1265 Laskin Rd. City Virginia Beach Cost $125 – $140

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Norfolk Christian Junior Basketball Camp 255 Thole St. City Norfolk Cost $100 Dates July 8 – 12 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Basketball Ages Co-ed; rising grades 1 – 5

Description Our Director, VISAA Coach of the year, and Bob Bates, scholastic coach of the year, lead this camp which features skill instruction, rules overview, creative/fun games, age appropriate competitions & circuits. Learn from the best!

Norfolk Christian Middle School Basketball Camp 255 Thole St. City Norfolk Cost $125 – $140 Dates July 8 – 12, 6 – 9 p.m. Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Basketball Ages Co-ed; rising grades 6 – 8 Description Our Director, VISAA Coach of the year, and Bob Bates, scholastic coach of the year, lead this camp which features skill instruction, rules overview, creative/fun games, age appropriate competitions & circuits. Learn from the best!

9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Ages Boys and girls 6 – 15 Contact 681-7010, LarryWardBasketball@yahoo. com Category Basketball Description Coach Ward places a strong emphasis on player development on the court and classroom. His camps are designed lesson plans that promote hard work, perseverance self-discipline, and having a great time.

Larry Ward Basketball Camp at the Simon Family JCC 5000 Corporate Woods Dr.

1272 Mill Dam Rd.

City Virginia Beach Cost $160 Dates June 24 – 28 Ages Boys and girls 5 – 7 Contact 681-7010, LarryWardBasketball@yahoo. com Category Basketball Description Coach Ward places a strong emphasis on player development on the court and classroom. His camps are designed lesson plans that promote hard work, perseverance, self-discipline, and having a great time.

City Virginia Beach Cost $220 Dates June 17 – 21 or June 22 – 26,

Larry Ward Basketball Camp at Friends School

Larry Ward Basketball Camp at First Colonial High School

1537 Laskin Rd. City Virginia Beach Cost $160 Dates June 8 – 12, 9 a.m. noon Ages Boys and girls 8 – 15 Contact 681-7010, LarryWardBasketball@yahoo. com Category Basketball Description Coach Ward places a strong emphasis on player development on the court and classroom. His camps are designed lesson plans that promote hard work, perseverance, self-discipline, and having a great time.

Western Branch Spring Break Basketball Camp 4437 Portsmouth Blvd City Chesapeake Cost $50.00 Dates Apr 01 to Apr 05 Ages 9 – 15 Contact 465-0211, www.wbcc.net Category Basketball Description Learn proper fundamentals and the basics of basketball including shooting, dribbling, passing, technique and more. Register March 25 – April 1.

Norfolk Christian Cheering Camp (Va. Beach Campus) 1265 Laskin Rd.

City Virginia Beach Cost $125 – $140 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Cheerleading Dates 7/8 – 7/12, 8:30am – 12pm Ages Girls – Rising Grades K – 8 Description Coach Amanda has won numerous championships and awards with her squads (including 1st at the FCC nationals in 2013!). Learn stunting, tumbling, motions, cheers, dance and jumps.

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Norfolk Christian Cheering Camp

1554 Laskin Road Ste 106

255 Thole Street City Norfolk Cost $125 – $140 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Cheerleading Dates 7/22 – 7/26, 8:30 a.m. – noon Who can attend Girls – Rising Grades K – 8 Description Coach Amanda has won numerous championships and awards with her squads (including 1st at the FCC nationals in 2013!) Learn stunting, tumbling, motions, cheers, dance and jumps.

Youth Cheering Camps

City Chesapeake Cost $45 Dates Weeks of 8/12, 8/19 Ages Girls 9 – 12 Contact 382-6411, www. Cityofchesapeake.net Category Cheering Description Learn to cheer, or improve cheering skills with Chesapeake high school coaches and cheerleaders.

Young Chefs Academy Camp “Can I Cook” City Virginia Beach Cost 150.00 Dates Jun 16 to Aug 31 , morning or afternoon Ages age 3 – 17 Contact 422 – 4337, youngchefsacademy.com Category Cooking Description Three-day minicamps. Learn to cook!

Young Chefs Academy Camp “Can I Cook” 720 Eden Way North City Chesapeake Cost 150.00 Dates Jun 16 to Aug 31 , morning or afternoon

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advanced level dancers Contact Danceland II at 436 – 4030 or danceland2@gmail.com Category Dance Description Dance intensive for the intermediate or advanced dancer. Advance you skills by studying various styles of dance including ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and more.

spacious Rehearsal Hall.

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Ages age 3 – 17 Contact 547-8787, youngchefsacademy.com Category Cooking Description Three Day minicamps. Learn to cook!

Budding Ballerinas and Promising Princes at BVI 2013 Week 1 700 West 21st Street City Norfolk Cost $170 Dates Aug 05 to Aug 09 Ages boys and girls 4 to 5 Contact Lisa McCarty 446-1401 or balletvirginia@gmail.com Category Dance Description Be immersed in a positive dance environment where natural creativity and enthusiasm thrive. Ballet technique, tap, choreography, acting, character/story creation and Costume/set design will be explored. An original ballet will be performed on the last day!

Performance Workshop 1 at BVI 700 West 21st Street City Norfolk Cost $300 Dates Aug 05 to Aug 09 Ages 7+ Contact Suzanne Long PH. 4461401 or balletvirginia@gmail. com, wwwballetva.org Category Dance Description A full day of dance at BVI with highly skilled and experienced teachers. Core ballet technique will be supplemented by classes in prepointe/pointe, modern, jazz and choreography. Dancers will perform on Friday in our spacious Rehearsal Hall.

Workshop 2 at BVI 700 West 21st Street City Norfolk Cost $300 Dates Aug 12 to Aug 16 Ages Adv. Beg. to Int. 9+ Contact Suzanne Long PH. 4461401 or balletvirginia@gmail.com Category Dance Description A full day of dance at BVI with highly skilled and experienced teachers. Core ballet technique will be supplemented by classes in prepointe/pointe, modern, jazz and choreography. Dancers will perform on Friday in our

City Norfolk Cost $170 Dates Aug 19 to Aug 23 Ages boys and girls 4 to 5 Contact Lisa McCarty 446-1401 or balletvirginia@gmail.com Category Dance Description Enjoy a positive dance environment where natural creativity and enthusiasm thrive. Ballet technique, tap, choreography, acting, character/story creation and Costume/set design will be explored. We will perform our original ballet on the last day of camp!

Mini Camp 1 at Danceland II School of Dance 1400 Kempsville Road City Chesapeake Cost $75 – $125 Dates Jul 10 to Aug 14 Ages 3 – 5 Contact Danceland II at 436-4030 or danceland2@gmail.com Category Dance Description Wednesday evening dance camp for 3 – 5. Each week is themed and young dancers will learn ballet and tap in a positive and caring dance environment.

Pre Professional Intensive at BVI 700 West 21st St. City Norfolk Cost $300 Dates Aug 19 to Aug 23 Ages High Int. to Adv.; students must be placed Contact Suzanne Long PH. 4461401 or balletvirginia@gmail.com Category Dance Description BVI’s skilled faculty along with guest teachers offering intense daily classes in classical ballet, pointe and variations. Modern and jazz choreography and classes add artistry, creativity and fun. Choreography will be performed on Friday.

Prince and Princess Dance Camp at Danceland II School of Dance 1400 Kempsville Road City Chesapeake Cost $120 – $130 Dates Jul 08 to Jul 11 Ages 3 – 6 Contact Danceland II at 436-4030 or danceland2@gmail.com Category Dance Description Ballet, tap, crafts, games, and more! A creative and positive way for young dancers to learn the art of dance.

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City Norfolk Cost $170 – $300 Dates Aug 12 to Aug 16 Ages 6 to 8 Contact Lisa McCarty PH. 4461401 or balletvirginia@gmail.com Category Dance Description Structured activity and creative time make this an enriching experience for any child. Learn core ballet technique, modern, jazz and tap as well as Costume/set design, choreography, acting, improvisation and more. The week ends with an original performance!

City Chesapeake Cost $185 – $200 Dates Jul 15 to Aug 16 Ages 7 – 12 Contact Danceland II at 436-4030 or danceland2@gmail.com Category Dance Description Dance, crafts, games & more! A creative, fun and positive way for dancers 7 – 12 to learn about the art of dance.

Fairy Tale Dance Camp at Danceland II School of Dance 1400 Kempsville Road City Chesapeake Cost $120 – $130 Dates Jul 08 to Jul 11 Ages 3 – 6 Contact Danceland II at 436-

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Mini Camp 2 at Danceland II School of Dance 1400 Kempsville Road City Chesapeake Cost $75 – $125 Dates Jul 10 to Aug 14 Ages 5 – 7 Contact Danceland II at 436-4030

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or danceland2@gmail.com Category Dance Description Wednesday evening dance camp for 5 – 7. Each week is themed and young dancers will learn ballet and tap in a positive and caring dance environment.

Teen Dance Intensive at Danceland II School of Dance 1400 Kempsville Road City Chesapeake Cost $200 – $225 Dates Jul 22 to Jul 26 Ages 11 & up intermediate-

Evening Dance Intensives at Danceland II School of Dance 1400 Kempsville Road City Chesapeake Cost $130 – $360 Dates Jul 09 to Aug 15 Ages 8 & up Contact Danceland II at 436-4030 or danceland2@gmail.com Category Dance Description Dance intensive for the new or experienced dancer. Advance you skills or learn a new one by studying various styles

of dance including ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and more. Discounts for multiple sessions.

Norfolk Christian Dance Camp “Ballerinas on Broadway.” 255 Thole Street City Norfolk Cost $125 – $140 Dates 7/22 – 7/26, 12:30 – 4 p.m. Ages Girls, rising grades preK – 1 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@norfolkchristian. org,www.norfolkchristiancamps. org Category Dance Description A ballet and jazz dance camp by Message In Motion. Learn basics, plus work together with friends to create a story and use movement & props to bring your very own ballet or Broadway show to life.

Norfolk Christian Dance Camp “Burn the Floor.” 255 Thole Street City Norfolk Cost $125 – $140 Dates 7/22 – 7/26, 12:30 – 4 p.m. Ages Co-ed, rising grades 2 – 3 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Dance Description A high-energy hip hop dance camp by Message In Motion. Campers will learn the fundamentals of this increasingly popular dance form. Camp will culminate with a show stopping performance on the last day of camp.

Norfolk Christian Musical Theatre Camp 255 Thole Street City Norfolk Cost $125 – $140 Dates 7/22 – 7/26, 12:30 – 4 p.m. Ages Co-ed– Rising Grades 4th – 7th Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Dance Description Campers imaginations will run wild in this camp filled with songs from your child’s favorite shows. Includes intro to dance (ballet, hip hop, jazz, tap, etc.), voice, & acting classes. Students will prepare and perform their own musical.

Adventure Camp at Triple R Ranch 3531 Bunch Walnuts Rd City Chesapeake Cost $450 – $575 Dates Jun 16 to Aug 14 Ages 7 – 17 (special programs for

teens) Contact summercamp@ triplerranch.org, 421-4177. Wwwtriplerranch.org Category Day and Overnight Camps Description Triple R is a safe place where kids find friendship, faith and fun offering horsemanship, skate park, canoeing, water slide, sports, archery, climbing walls, and more! We offer overnight Adventure Camp with optional Horsemanship Tracks, plus Day and Mini-Camps.

Mulholland Family Ranch Horse Camp 837 North Liberty Spring Road City Suffolk Cost $330.00 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 30 Ages Girls 6 – 16; boys 8 – 15 Contact Connie Mulholland 925-4232; email mjm4232@ gmail.com; Facebook Mulholland Family Ranch, www. mulhollandgroupinc.com Category Day and Overnight Camps Description Horse camp with daily Bible study,swimming. crafts,a little cooking and lots of fun. Come learn to ride or learn to ride better. See what it is like

to have a horse.

ODU Camp Big Blue Outdoor Adventure Camp 4700 Powatan Ave,, Suite 1207 City Norfolk Cost $150 – $200 Dates Jun 17 to Jun 21 Ages 6 – 12 Contact Jean Holt, 683-3384 Category Day and Overnight Camps Description With outdoor education, enrichment and excitement in mind, this week includes rock-wall activities, canoeing, leave no trace training and an overnight camping experience for campers.(8 – 12).

Lego Nation at Norfolk Christian 255 Thole Street City Norfolk Cost $70 – $90 Dates 7/1 – 7/3, 8:30am – 12pm Ages Co-ed– Rising Grades 2 – 6 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Day/Overnight Camp Description Age-appropriate assignments will challenge

campers to build the ultimate Lego creation! Team building challenges and competitions, plus awards in various categories.

ODU Camp Big Blue Outdoor Adventure Camp 4700 Powatan Ave,Suite 1207 City Norfolk Cost $150 – $200 Dates July 15 – 19 Ages 6 – 12 Contact Jean Holt 683-3384 Category Day And Overnight Camps Description With outdoor education, enrichment and excitement in mind, this week includes rock-wall activities, canoeing, leave no trace training and an overnight camping experience for campers.(8 – 12)

ODU Camp Big Blue Space Camp 4700 Powhatan Ave., Suite 1207 City Norfolk Cost $165 – $215 Dates Jun 24 to Jun 28 Ages 6 – 12

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a great week for kids who love animals. This week will include a field trip to the Norfolk Zoo. This week will include many different recreational safari themed games, activities and crafts.

ODU Camp Big Blue Super Hero Camp Contact Jean Holt, 683-3384 Category Day and Overnight Camps Description Enjoy incoming and outgoing cosmic adventures, including a trip to ODU’s Pretlow Planetarium; where campers will fly into the infinite cosmos and gain an extraterrestrial experience that they will never forget

ODU Camp Big Blue Wacky Camp 4700 Powhatan Ave., Suite 1207 City Norfolk Cost $120 – $200 Dates Jul 01 to Jul 05. No camp July 4 Ages 6 – 12 Contact Jean Holt, 683-3384 Category Day and Overnight Camps Description Each day will be a different wacky theme such as crazy hair and hat day, or inside-out and backwards day. Of course the games, activities, and crafts will be as wacky as ever!

ODU Camp Big Blue Wet n’ Wild Camp 4700 Powhatan Ave., Suite 1207 City Norfolk Cost $165 – $215 Dates Jul 08 to Jul 12 Ages 6 – 12 Contact Jean Holt 683-3384 Category Day and Overnight Camps Description Jonah will have nothing on our campers this week, as they explore “Humphrey the Whale”, a 64 foot inflatable whale! Campers will learn about life in the Artic from ODU’s own Victoria Hill, and the week will include a field trip to the ODU Aquarium and OmniGlobe.

ODU Camp Big Blue Safari Camp 4700 Powhatan Ave., Suite 1207 City Norfolk Cost $165 – $215 Dates Aug 12 to Aug 16 Ages 6 – 12 Contact Jean Holt 683-3384 Category Day and Overnight Camps Description Our Safari Week is

4700 Powhatan Ave., Suite 1207 City Norfolk Cost $150 – $200 Dates Jul 29 to Aug 02 Ages 6 – 12 Contact Jean Holt 683-3384 Category Day and Overnight Camps Description Super Hero Week is a week for campers to use their imaginations, and become anything they want through fun games, activities and crafts. This will include a field trip to a local Norfolk fire station and the ODU police department.

ODU Camp Big Blue Sports Camp 4700 Powhatan Ave., Suite 1207 City Norfolk Cost $165 – $215 Dates Jul 22 to Jul 26 Ages 6 – 12 Contact Jean Holt 683-3384 Category Day and Overnight Camps Description This week is designed to broaden the athletic prowess of your child and give them a chance to discover a sport they may fall in love with. This week will include a field trip to a Norfolk Tides game.

Norfolk Christian KIFF Camps 255 Thole St. City Norfolk Cost $120 – $280 Dates 6/17 – 8/9, half and full-day options Ages Co-ed– Rising Grades preK – 4 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Day/Overnight Camp Description OUR 25th YEAR! A positive, fun, and safe featuring swimming, sports instruction, unique games and activities, songs, cheers and field trips all tailored to a different theme each week, including Under the Sea, Country, Superhero and more.

SPLAT (Summer PLAce for Tweens) at Norfolk Christian (Wk 1) 255 Thole Street City Norfolk

Cost $145 – $280 Dates 6/24 – 6/28, half and fullday options Ages Co-ed, rising grades 4 – 7 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Day/Overnight Camp Description A totally unique camp tailored to the older elementary and middle school aged child! A huge variety of creative activities & games including trips to the beach, Cinema Cafe, skating rink & bowling alley.

SPLAT (Summer PLAce for Tweens) “The Best of the ...” at Norfolk Christian 255 Thole Street City Norfolk Cost $145 – $280 Dates 7/15 – 19, full day Ages Co-ed – rising grades 4 – 7 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Day/Overnight Camp Description Experience the best of the for tweens including the beach, Busch Gardens, Scavenger Hunt, Doumars & more!

SPLAT (Summer PLAce for Tweens)“at Norfolk Christian 255 Thole Street City Norfolk Cost $145 – $280 Dates 7/29 – 8/2, half and full-day options Ages Co-ed, rising grades 4 – 7 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Day/Overnight Camp Description Huge variety of creative activities/games. Trips to the Cinema Cafe, rock gym, Jungle-golf & laser tag.

YMCA of Portsmouth Kinder Camp 4900 High Street West City Portsmouth Dates June 17 – Aug. 16 (no camp July 1 – 5), 8:45 – 12:15 Ages Children 4 – 6 Cost $60 – $80 Contact 483-9622 Category Day Camps Description Campers will enjoy gym activities, swim lessons, move to music, listen to stories and crafts based on that sessions’ theme. All campers receive Y memorabilia.

YMCA of Portsmouth Day Camp

4900 High Street West City Portsmouth Dates June 17 – Aug. 23, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Ages Children 6 – 15 Cost $60 – $160 Contact 483-9622 Category Day Camps Description Campers will spend time participating in various field trips or recreational activities. Each session will offer sports, field games, crafts, character development, environmental education, swim lessons and some traditional aspects of camping, such as canoeing

and bring back some of the favorites we all remember.

Courthouse Academy 3217 Monet Dr. City Virginia Beach 23453 Cost $100 – $180 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 30 Ages 2 and up Contact Vicki Crist, 368-0368 Category Day Care Camps Description Courthouse Academy Private Pre-school offering week and day camps. Visit www.courthouseacademy. com.

Kids Into Fun and Fitness at Norfolk Christian

Spring Break Camp

255 Thole Street

City Chesapeake Cost $80.00 Dates Apr 01 to Apr 05 Ages 6 – 12 Contact 382-6411 Category Day Care Camps Description Sign your Child up for a fun and exciting week at one of our Spring Break camps. There will be arts & crafts, gym time, free time, and so much more. Call your local community center. Register by March 25th

City Norfolk Cost $120 – $280 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 09 Ages Rising prek – 5th Contact Phone 619.0284, email summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org Category Day and Overnight Camps Description OUR 25th YEAR! A positive, fun, & safe camp with swimming, sports instruction & unique games! Themes are Under the Sea, Jungle, Holiday, Out of This World (new), Country Western, Adventure, Superhero and Pirate. Best facilities, staff & price around!

Summer with Friends Virginia Beach Friends School 1537 Laskin Road City Virginia Beach Cost $110 – $190 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 02 Ages Children 3 through 5th Grade Contact summercamp@friendsschool.org or 428-7534, www. friends-school.org Category Day Care Camps Description Spend the summer with Friends! Join us for Art, Music, Science, and Much More! Limited Enrollment.

ODU Camp Big Blue Time Travel Camp 4700 Powatan Ave., Suite 1207 City Norfolk Cost $150 – $200 Dates Aug 05 to Aug 09 Ages 6 – 12 Contact Jean Holt Category Day Care Camps Description Time Travel week will feature a different decade every day! Costumes are encouraged. We will play key games, perform activities and build crafts from each decade

1224 Progressive Dr. Suite 200

Norfolk Christian Flag Football Camp THINKSTOCKPHOTOS.COM

255 Thole Street City Norfolk Cost $115 – $130 Dates 6/17 – 6/21, 5:30 – 8pm Ages Boys – Rising Grades 5th – 8th Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Football Description Coaching staff of recent TCIS/VISAA state champs direct this camp. Campers will learn all the basic fundamentals of the game, and will have FUN! Come learn from the best!

Jeff Trickey Randy Wright QB Receiver Camps Christopher Newport University, 1 Avenue of the Arts City Newport News Cost $175 to $195 Dates Jul 06 to Jul 07 Ages Youth grades 4 to 8 H.S. grades 9 to 12 Contact Bill Lyons, wplyons@ cox.net, 721-5827 Category Football Description Now including receivers, this camp is focused on building the physical, mental, and leadership skills necessary To play the quarterback and receiver positions. Each athlete

Receives a quality, high energy, two-day experience of intense One-to-one instruction.

The First Tee of Hampton Roads Camp 2400 Tournament Drive City Virginia Beach Cost $165 – $185 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 30 Ages 8 – 17 Contact .563.8990 Category Golf Description Campers of all will learn new golf skills, valuable life skills, have fun through creative games and make new friends. Lessons, organized play and equipment included. Off-site programs are run in Franklin, Norfolk and Suffolk as well.

The First Tee of Hampton Roads Half Day Camp 2400 Tournament Drive City Virginia Beach Cost $75 – $90 Dates Jul 01 to Aug 16 Ages 5 – 7 Contact .563.8990 Category Golf Description This is a half-day camp where kids learn new golf skills, valuable life skills, have

fun through creative games and make new friends. Lessons, organized play and equipment included.

Lamberts Point Junior Golf Camp 4301 Powhatan Ave City Norfolk Cost $149 each Dates Jun 25 to Jun 28 Ages June & Aug. 5 – 12 year olds; July 8 – 14 Year olds Contact tom Holmes, Head Teaching Pro 735-3773 Category Golf Description 4 day junior golf camps include professional instruction, prizes, games, snacks and range balls and clubs. Grouped by age and ability. Tom Holmes has been operating junior golf camps for 14 years and has helped hundreds of young golfers.

Norfolk Christian Lacrosse Camp 255 Thole Street City Norfolk Cost $125 – $140 Dates 7/22 – 26, 12:30 – 4 Ages Co-ed, rising grades 4 – 8 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@

norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Lacrosse Description This camp is designed to introduce boys to the sport of lacrosse and leave the camp loving it. Emphasis is placed on teaching the fundamentals of play which will set a foundation for a good experience in lacrosse.

Dates total of 20 one-hour sessions throughout the summer Ages Second – 12th grade Contact 368-MATH. Call for details. Category Math Description Custom learning plans and personalized instruction based on each child’s unique needs and goals. Results are measurable progress and confidence in math.

Savior Summer @ Savior Martial Arts

Mathnasium Camp

5351 Lila Lane

3352 Princess Anne Rd., Suite 911

City Virginia Beach Cost $160/wk Dates Jun 17 to Aug 30 Ages Grade 1 – 6 Contact info@saviormartialarts. org 685-5425 Category Martial Arts Description Martial Arts, roller skating, live action Angry Birds & Fruit Ninja, Nerf battles, light saber training in our 20,000 sq. ft. facility. A special theme each week. Family & multi-week discounts.

Mathnasium Camp 3352 Princess Anne Rd., Suite 911 City Virginia Beach Cost

City Chesapeake Cost Varies Dates Throughout summer-call for details. Ages Second – 12th grade Contact 277-9368 Category Math

Discover Virginia Outdoor Adventures Inc. 589 Princess Anne Road City Virginia Beach Cost $250 Week Dates Jun 24 to Aug 30 Ages Boys and Girls 6 to 12 Contact discoverva@discoverva. com

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camp listings Category Nature & Marine Science Description For twenty years, kids 6 to 10, experience a different combination of FUN outdoor activities; kayaking, swimming, crabbing, fishing and hiking. Weekdays ALL SUMMER: 9 AM to 4 PM. Call 721-9668 or visit http://discoverva.com

Virginia Living Museum Adventures in Eco Careers 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. City Newport News Cost $200 Dates Aug 13 to Aug 15 Ages Completed Grades 10 or 11 Contact Virginia Living Museum, 595-9135, www.vlm.org/ summerchildrens-programsaspx Category Nature & Marine Science Description There are many valuable and fulfilling jobs at the

museum and in the conservation field. Spend three days with us while we meet with our staff, assist with and learn about their jobs and go off site to other natural science sites.

Virginia Living Museum Appalachian Mountains and Caving 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. City Newport News Cost $460 Dates July 8 – 12 Ages Completed Grades 6 or 7 Contact Virginia Living Museum, 595-9135, www.vlm.org/ summerchildrens-programsaspx Category Nature & Marine Science Description Hike Virginia’s mountains, explore streams and waterfalls, head underground to find out what makes cave critters so special. Camp in tents and enjoy meals by the campfire. Food, transportation, camping and scientific equipment provided.

Virginia Living Museum Junior Naturalists 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. City Newport News Cost $270 THINKSTOCKPHOTOS.COM

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Dates Jul 22 to Jul 26 Ages Completed Grades 4 or 5 Contact 595-9135, www.vlm.org/ summerchildrens-programsaspx Category Nature & Marine Science Description Search a pristine beach and shore for living critters, investigate the world of fresh-water creatures, explore wild habitats and the critters that live there.

Virginia Living Museum Turtle Census 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. City Newport News Cost $170 Dates Three Saturdays: May 8, June 1, June 8 Ages Completed Grades 6 or 7 Contact 595-9135, www.vlm.org/ summerchildrens-programsaspx Category Nature & Marine Science Description Join VLM staff scientists in conducting a census of the turtles in the lake behind the museum. Help identify, measure and mark turtles.

Virginia Living Museum So You Want to Be a Scientist

524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. City Newport News Cost $125 Dates Weeks of June 17, July 15, Aug. 5, Aug. 19 Ages Completed Grades 2 or 3 Contact 595-9135, www.vlm.org/ summerchildrens-programsaspx Category Nature & Marine Science Description Are you curious? Do you like to learn about the natural world? Then become a scientist for a week and explore exciting careers that you might enjoy.

Virginia Living Museum Take a Look at Happy Habitats 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. City Newport News Cost $125 Dates Weeks of June 17, July 8, July 22, Aug. 5 Ages Completed K or Grade 1 Contact 595-9135,www.vlm.org Category Nature & Marine Science Description Explore the habitats of the world right here at the Virginia Living Museum. Deserts, oceans, rainforests and more, and learn about the animals and plants that call them home.

Virginia Living Museum

Explore Nature’s Changes 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. City Newport News Cost $125 Dates Weeks of July 8, July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 19 Ages 4 & 5 Contact 595-9135, www.vlm.org/ summerchildrens-programsaspx Category Nature & Marine Science Description From rainy to sunny, winter to spring, baby to adult, explore some of nature’s amazing transformations that happen daily, yearly, over the centuries and beyond.

Virginia Living Museum Meet Creatures of Confusion 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. City Newport News Cost $125 Dates May 27 to Jun 28 Ages 4 & 5 Contact 595-9135, www.vlm.org/ summerchildrens-programsaspx Category Nature & Marine Science Description Discover why a moth is not a butterfly, the difference between fish and whales, and

other interesting animals facts as we explore these and many other creatures that confuse us.

Art Camp, Chesapeake Parks and Rec Great Bridge High School, 301 Hanbury Rd. City Chesapeake Cost $50 Dates 6/17 – 20 Ages 8 – 12 Contact 382-6411, www. Cityofchesapeake.net Category Parks & Rec Description Draw, paint, work on crafts and have fun!

Super Science Week 2013 Northwest River Park 1733 Indian Creek Road City Chesapeake Cost $97 Dates Jul 08 to Jul 12 Ages Age 6 – 8 Contact 421-7151 Category Parks & Rec Description Explore the world of science, nature and do a lot of cool experiments.

Canoe Week at Northwest River Park 1733 Indian Creek Road

City Chesapeake Cost $97 Dates Jul 15 to Jul 19 Ages 9 – 12 Contact 421-7151 Category Parks & Rec Description Canoeing offers adventure and exploration. Learn boating safety, basic canoe skills and more. All equipment provided.

Survival Week 2013, Northwest River Park 1733 Indian Creek Road City Chesapeake Cost $97 Dates Jul 22 to Jul 26 Ages Age 6 – 8 Contact 421-7151 Category Parks & Rec Description Learn the basics of survival including shelter building, safety and more as we have fun and explore Northwest.

Survival Camp 2013, Northwest River Park 1733 Indian Creek Road City Chesapeake Cost $97 Dates Jul 29 to Aug 02 Ages 9 – 12 Contact 421-7151 Category Parks & Rec Description Learn the basics

of survival including shelter building, safety and more as we have fun and explore Northwest.

Crazy Nature Week at Northwest River Park 1733 Indian Creek Road City Chesapeake Cost $97 Dates Aug 05 to Aug 09 Ages 6 – 8 Contact 421-7151 Category Parks & Rec Description A little bit of everything! Explore camouflage, adaptations, survival and more. Hikes and boating excursions let us explore the natural world.

Crazy Nature Week at Northwest River Park 1733 Indian Creek Road City Chesapeake Cost $97 Dates Aug 12 to Aug 16 Ages 9 – 12 Contact 421-7151 Category Parks & Rec Description A little bit of everything! Explore camouflage, adaptations, survival and more. Hikes and boating excursions let us explore the natural world.

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Sure Cures For The SummerTime Blues. Exciting Camps and Art Classes Starting in June for children ages 3-12 Reservations required

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF VIRGINIA 221 High Street | 757-393-5258 | www.ChildrensMuseumVa.com LIGHTSHIP PORTSMOUTH MUSEUM at the foot of London and Water Streets | 757-393-8591 www.PortsNavalMuseums.com PORTSMOUTH ART & CULTURAL CENTER Corner of High & Court Streets | 757-393-8543 www.PortsmouthArtCenter.com PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD MUSEUM 2 High Street | 757-393-8591 | www.PortsNavalMuseums.com

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camp listings Pre School Rangers (AM Class)

Half-day Sessions Age 4 to Grade 5 May 27 - Aug. 23

NW River Park, 1733 Indian Creek Road City Chesapeake Cost $38 Dates Aug 19 to Aug 23 m 10 – 11:30 a.m. Ages 3 – 5 Contact 421-7151 Category Parks & Rec Description Does your preschooler love nature? Each day our staff guides preschoolers through a different aspect of nature using storytelling, crafts, short hikes and nature games.

Junior Naturalists Grades 4-5 July 22-26 Mountain Explorers Grades 6-7 July 8-12 Eco Careers Grades 10-11 Aug. 13-15

Pre School Rangers (PM Class) NW River Park,1733 Indian Creek Road

757-595-9135 • Newport News • thevlm.org

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City Chesapeake Cost $38 Dates Aug 19 to Aug 23 , 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Ages 3 – 5 Contact 421-7151 Category Parks & Rec Description Does your preschooler love nature? Each day our staff guides preschoolers through a different aspect of nature using storytelling, crafts, short hikes and nature games.

Brickheadz Buildapalooza 1025 Executive Blvd, Suite 111 City Chesapeake Cost $150 Dates Jun 24 to Jun 28 Ages individuals with or without a disability Contact Jessica Smith 382-1328 or jbsmith@Cityofchesapeake. net Category Parks & Rec Camps Description If they can dream it, they can build it! Enjoy new LEGO building experiences every day for the brickbuilders that just want the opportunity to build with thousands of LEGO bricks. Build unique creations, play games, and more!

City of Chesapeake Parks & Rec Teen Scene 1224 Progressive Drive Suite 200

Four week’s of Camp now open: June 24-28 July 1-5 July 8-12 July 15-19

Summer Blast Camp 1224 Progressive Drive Suite 200 City Chesapeake Cost $80 weekly Dates Jun 17 to Aug 16 Ages 6 – 12 Contact 382-6411 Category Parks & Rec Camps Description Summer Blast Day Camp is a Fun-filled, safe summer camp that includes weekly field trips, games, arts & crafts, special events, a camp T-shirt, and more! The only way to reserve your child’s space each week is to pay for that week.

City of Chesapeake Parks & Rec Art Camp

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City Chesapeake Cost $70 weekly Dates Jun 24 to Aug 02 Ages 13 – 15 Contact 382-6411 Category Parks & Rec Camps Description Teen Scene is a summer program designed to keep teens active with outings every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Fee includes field trips (except Busch Gardens and Water Country), & bus transportation. Must purchase your own Busch Gardens / Water Country pass

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1224 Progressive Drive Suite 200 City Chesapeake Cost $50.00 Dates Jun 17 to Jun 20 Ages 8 – 12 Contact 382-6411 Category Parks & Rec Camps Description This camp offers them the opportunity to learn about different types of art, while having fun! Child should bring a snack. Camp will be held at Great Bridge High School. (301 Hanbury Rd., Chesapeake, VA 23322)

Youth Basketball Camp Great Bridge HS, 301 Hanbury Rd. City Chesapeake Cost $75.00 Dates Jun 17 to Jun 20 Ages 8 – 15 Contact 382-6411 Category Parks & Rec Camps Description Learn the basic skills of basketball while enhancing your self-esteem and confidence. Bring a container of water and a healthy snack.

Youth Tennis Camps Oscar Smith HS, 1994 Tiger Dr. City Chesapeake Cost $50.00

Dates Jun 17 to Jun 21 Ages 6 – 12 beginner, 10 – 13 intermediate Contact 382-6411 Category Parks & Rec Camps Description Have fun while learning or improving your tennis skills. Please bring an unopened can of tennis balls, racket, container of water, and a healthy snack.

Ages Ages:6 – 14 Contact 382-6411 Category Parks & Rec Camps Description Girls interested in learning new cheers or improving their skills and jumps should enroll in one of the week-long Cheering Camp. Chesapeake high school cheering coaches and cheerleaders are camp trainers

High School Tennis Camp

Challenger Sports British Soccer Camp

Oscar Smith HS, 1994 Tiger Dr.

Great Bridge High School

City Chesapeake Cost $50.00 Dates Aug 05 to Aug 09 Ages 14 – 18 Contact 382-6411 Category Parks & Rec Camps Description This tennis clinic is geared towards players that have experience and are interested in improving and learning new skills. Please bring an unopened can of tennis balls, racket, container of water, and a healthy snack.

Cheering Camps Hickory High School and Great Bridge High School City Chesapeake Cost $45.00 Dates Aug 12 to Aug 16

City Chesapeake Cost $150 – $205 Dates Jun 17 to Jun 21 Ages 8 – 16 Contact 382-6411 Category Parks & Rec Camps Description These full- day or half-day soccer camps are a fun introduction to the very basic elements of the game. Camp participants enjoy kicking, running, and laughing. Upon completion of the camp, all participants will receive the following FREE gifts.

Tetra Brazil Soccer Camp Great Bridge High School City Chesapeake

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Spend your summer at the wildest place in town! Summer Safari Camp 2013 Ages 4-6 June 24-28 & July 29-Aug. 2: Do You See What I See?* July 15-19 & Aug. 12-16: Alphabet Zoop* July 8-12, July 22-26 & Aug. 5-9: That’s Incredible! July 15-19 & Aug. 19-23: Shake, Rattle and Roar

Ages 7-9 June 24-28 & Aug. 5-9: Can You Figure It Out? July 8-12 & Aug. 12-16: World Wide Web July 22-26 & Aug. 19-23: The Wild Life

Ages 10-12 July 29-Aug. 2: The Scoop on…Zoos

PIRIC

Weekly Camp Times and Tuition

Tennis Camps

Full Day Camps • 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $250 Zoo members / $300 non-members

at ODU

*Half Day Camps • 9 a.m. – Noon $150 Zoo members / $175 non-members

Join Now! Piric Tennis Camps at Old Dominion are designed for junior tennis players of all levels and abilities. We are committed to providing a great learning experience for all participants, without compromising playful and FUN nature of a summer camp.

Junior Day Camps • Price $325 June 17-21 • June 24-28 •Junior tennis camps are designed for all levels of tennis and open to all kids ages 6 and up. •Each and every camper will be exposed to age and ability appropriate drills that will pay close attention to technique, stroke production, competition, and strategy. •Each camper will also be exposed to age specific, tennis specific, strength and conditioning program that will include valuable information on various topics, such as: nutrition, hydration, stretching etc.

To sign up or find out more information, please visit us at: WWW.PIRICTENNISCAMPS.COM

Act now! Register by March 29 for early bird discounts! For more info: (757) 441-2374 x 229 judy.totten@norfolk.gov virginiazoo.org

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camp listings Cost $150 – $205 Dates Jul 22 to Jul 26 Ages Ages:8 – 16 Contact 382-6411 Category Parks & Rec Camps Description All participants need to wear shin guards, pack a light lunch, and bring a container of water. Soccer balls will be given out at the first day of camp. Great Bridge High School (301 Hanbury Rd., Chesapeake, 23322)

next school year. Contact Kendra Robinson at 235-4119

Camp Outreach 2013 100 Noble Street City Portsmouth Cost $100 per wk Dates Jun 17 to Apr 09 Ages Preschool and 7 – 12 Contact Kendra Robinson 2354119 Category Religious Description Financial assistance available. Food, field trips, t-shirt, and academic enrichment included. Have fun, swimming, playing sports, cooking, and more!

Trinity Lutheran School Norfolk

Camp Outreach 2013

6001 Granby Street

100 Noble Street

City Norfolk Cost $120/ week Dates Jun 17 to Aug 16 Ages PK3 thru 6th grade Contact Christy Sontag Category Religious Description Fun filled weekly events, i.e. water play, cooking, crafts, dramatics & field trips.

City Portsmouth Cost $50 – $100 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 09 Ages 6 – 12 Contact Kendra Robinson Category Religious Description A summer of fun and academic enrichment. Financial is assistance available for parents in need. The weekly rate includes field trips, three meals, t-shirt, and guaranteed academic enrichment for the

Bricks 4 Kidz Camps 2013 features Lego (R) Themes and Robotics

Locations Chesapeake Suffolk and Virginia Beach City Chesapeake Cost $140 to 195 Dates June to Aug 31 Ages K5 to 8th grade girls and special needs children encouraged to apply we separate the age groups Contact Robin Frazier rfrazier@ bricks4kidz.com, 541-9222, www. bricks4kidz.com Category Science Description Camp Themes are Ninjogo Games, Extreme Expedition, Brick Olympics, Mindstorm Manic, Jr Robotics, Animal Grossology, SAM Movie Making 101. New camps each week. Will have a Girls only camp if your group is interested. We will be listing New Camps for 2013

Category Science Description Remote Control Mania with Lego (R) bricks first session: GAMES!GAMES!GAMES with Lego (R) bricks. Second session: please see CAMP Tab on website for more information about our camps.

Bricks 4 Kidz Ninjago (R) AM and Amusement Park Physics PM Christopher Academy, 3300 Cedar Lane City Portsmouth Cost $140 Dates Aug 12 to Aug 16 Ages 6+ Contact rfrazier@bricks4kidz. com/southhamptonroads,www. bricks4kidz.com Category Science Description

Bricks 4 Kidz Camp featuring Lego (R) Bricks

ODU Camp Big Blue Space Week

Christopher Academy 3300 Cedar Lane

4700 Powhatan Ave., Suite 1207

City Portsmouth Cost $140 Dates Jun 17 to Jun 21 Ages students 5+ Contact rfrazier@bricks4kidz. com, 541-9222, www.bricks4kidz. com

City Norfolk Cost $120 – $200 Dates Jun 24 to Jun 28 Ages 6 – 12 Contact Jean Holt, 683-3384 Category Science Description Enjoy incoming and outgoing cosmic adventures,

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including a trip to ODU’s Pretlow Planetarium; where campers will fly into the infinite cosmos and gain an extraterrestrial experience that they will never forget

Mad Science NASA Journey Into Outer Space Various locations throughout Hampton Roads City Hampton Roads Cost $125 – $150 Dates Jun 24 to Aug 23 Ages Rising 1st – 6th graders (must be at least 6 years old) Contact Mad Science of Hampton Roads 502-8124, http:// hamptonroads.madscience.org Category Science Description From the atmosphere to the outer edges of our solar system, this program sends kids on a quest for exploration! Comets, planets, stars and more are waiting to be discovered! Learn about the forces of flight, space travel, and participate in a rocket launch!

Mad Science Super Duper Science Sampler Various locations throughout Hampton Roads City Hampton Roads

Cost $125 – $150 Dates Jun 24 to Aug 23 Ages Rising 1st – 3rd graders (must be at least 6 years old) Contact Mad Science of Hampton Roads 502-8124 Category Science Description Explore five of the coolest branches of science! From Bird Biology to Engineering to Chemistry and more, kids will have a blast learning what owls eat, building ingenious contraptions and catapults, and creating sidewalk chalk and chromatography t -shirts!

Mad Science Red Hot Robots Various locations throughout Hampton Roads City Hampton Roads Cost $125 – $150 (plus $30 supply fee) Dates Jun 17 to Aug 23 Ages Rising 4th – 6th graders (must be at least 6 years old) Contact Mad Science of Hampton Roads 502-8124 Category Science Description Join us for a week of fun with amazing robots! Learn about the uses of robots, and spend time experimenting with sound sensing robots, line -tracking robots, and robots that can even play soccer! Use your

skills to build your own robot to take home with you!

Virginia Living Museum Science Myth series 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. City Newport News Cost $125 Dates Jun 17 to Jun 21 Ages Completed Grades 4 or 5 Contact 595-9135, www.vlm.org/ summerchildrens-programsaspx Category Science Description They’re all over the Internet, amazing “sciencebased” urban legends. Find out what’s real, and what’s busted. It’s an incredible week of dropping, flinging, flying and maybe even exploding. Sponsored in part by NASA.

Virginia Living Museum CSA Galaxy M51 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. City Newport News Cost $125 Dates Aug 05 to Aug 09 Ages Completed Grades 2 or 3 Contact 595-9135, www.vlm.org/ summerchildrens-programsaspx Category Science Description Something strange is happening in Galaxy M51? What

is it? Is it dangerous? Join the Cosmic Science Investigation team to solve the mystery and keep the universe safe. Sponsored in part by NASA.

real? What about UFOs? Come explore the clues and find out the facts about some common space mysteries. Sponsored in part by NASA.

Virginia Living Museum Can You Planet?

Camp Easter Seals UCP

524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd.

City New Castle Cost Varies Dates Jun 02 to Aug 10 Ages People age 6 and up with intellectual or physical disability. We also have family weeks for all Ages. Contact Alex Barge, 540-7777325, camp@eastersealsucp.com Category Special Needs Camps Description Camp Easter Seals UCP is an overnight camp for children and adults with disabilities including autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and more! Activities including swimming, canoeing, horseback riding, archery, music, and lots more.

City Newport News Cost $125 Dates Jul 15 to Jul 19 Ages Completed K or Grade 1 Contact: 595-9135, www.vlm. org/summerchildrens-programsaspx Category Science Description Do you love planets? Then this is the camp for you. Join us as we explore all the amazing worlds of our solar system. Sponsored in part by NASA.

Virginia Living Museum Space Detectives

900 Camp Easter Seals Rd.

524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. City Newport News Cost $125 Dates Jul 08 to Jul 12 Ages Completed K or Grade 1 Contact 595-9135, www.vlm.org/ summerchildrens-programsaspx Category Science Description Are horoscopes for

Norfolk United Soccer Club Camp at Norfolk Christian 255 Thole St. City Norfolk Cost $125 – $140 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@

norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Soccer Dates July 1 – 3, full day Ages Boys & Girls; rising grades 1 – 8. New this year! Emphasis on the “seven skills of soccer.” Majority of time spent in our large, air-conditioned gym! Ageappropriate competitions and challenges.

Tetra Brazil Soccer Camp, Chesapeake Parks and Rec Great Bridge High School and Western Branch Athletic Fields City Chesapeake Cost $150 – $205 Dates 7/22 – 26 half or full-day Ages 8 – 16 Contact 382-6411.www. Cityofchesapeake.net Category Soccer Description Experience the kind of soccer training experienced in the successful soccer nation of Brazil.

Challenger Sports British Soccer Camp, Chesapeake Parks and Rec. Great Bridge High School

and Western Branch Athletic Field City Chesapeake Cost $150 – $205, half and full day Dates Weeks of 6/17, 7/15, 7/29, 8/19, Ages 8 – 16 Contact www.challengersports. com Category Soccer Description Learn the basic elements of the game. Includes soccer ball, shirt and evaluation.

Buildapalooza 1025 Executive Blvd, Suite 111 City Chesapeake Cost $150 Dates Jun 24 to Jun 28 Ages individuals with or without a disability 7 and up Contact Jessica Smith 382-1328 or jbsmith@Cityofchesapeake. net Category Special Needs Camps Description If they can dream it, they can build it! Enjoy new LEGO building experiences every day for the brickbuilders that just want the opportunity to build with thousands of LEGO bricks. Build unique creations, play games, and more!

101 1025 Executive Blvd, Suite 111 City Chesapeake Cost $150 Dates Jul 15 to Jul 19 Ages individuals with or without a disability 7 and up Contact Jessica Smith 382-1328 or jbsmith@Cityofchesapeake. net Category Special Needs Camps Description Lights, camera, action! Use LEGO bricks to tell YOUR story. In this unique and creative session, students will plan, script, stage, shoot, and produce their own mini-movie using Stop Motion Animation.

Design Divas 1025 Executive Blvd City Chesapeake Cost $150 Dates Aug 05 to Aug 09 Ages girls 7 and up with or without a disability Contact Jessica Smith: 382-1328 or jbsmith@Cityofchesapeake. net Category Special Needs Camps Description Design Diva’s is designed specifically for the girl LEGO builder. Build with other

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camp listings girls while exploring Science, Technology, and Engineering and Math. Build and design cool LEGO jewelry to take home at the end of the session!

Games Galore 1025 Executive Blvd, Suite 111 City Chesapeake Cost $150 Dates Aug 26 to Aug 30 Ages individuals 7 and up with or without a disability Contact Jessica Smith 382-1328 or jbsmith@Cityofchesapeake. net Category Special Needs Camps Description Calling all LEGO board game fans! Come build and play LEGO board games. Then we will take what we have learned to design YOUR own LEGO board game! Each session includes carnival themed games, group challenges, modelbuilding, Twister the Brickheadz way and more!

Virginia Beach Field House Spring Break Camps 2157 Landstown Road City Virginia Beach Cost $85 – $180 Dates Apr 01 to Apr 05 Ages 5 – 16 Contact Millie Holmes, Camp Director, VBFH, 427-3955 ext. 1024 camps@beachfieldhouse. com, www.beachfieldhouse.com Category Sports Variety Description The Virginia Beach Field House spring break camp is a fun filled program that aims to keep the kids busy, active and smiling. The camp incorporates various sports and activities such as soccer, football, dodgeball, crafts and much more.

Virginia Beach Field House Spring Camps 2157 Landstown Road City Virginia Beach Cost $85 – $225 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 30 Ages 3 – 17 Contact Millie Holmes, Camp Director, VBFH, 427-3955 ext. 1024, www.beachfieldhouse. com, camps@beachfieldhouse. com Category Sports Variety Description The Virginia Beach

City Portsmouth Cost $150 /$190 Dates Jul 15 to Jul 19 Ages 7+ for Jr Robotics and 9+ for Mindstorm (R) Contact rfrazier@bricks4kidz. com 541-9222 Category Technology Description Jr Robotics and also Lego (R) mindstorm technology camps. Students learn basic programing and NXT Engineering Robotics (second session)

Field House summer camps program is Fun-filled and aims to keep the kids busy, active and smiling. The camp incorporates various sports and activities such as soccer, football, dodgeball, crafts and much more.

Ocean Breeze Waterpark Junior Lifeguard Camp 849 General Booth Boulevard

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City Virginia Beach Cost $299. Dates Jun 24 to Aug 09 Ages Youth 9 – 12 are invited to join us for sessions A, B, D, and F and sessions C and E are open to youth 13 – 15. Contact Ocean Breeze Waterpark 422-4444 ext. 222, camp@ oceanbreezewaterpark.com, www.oceanbreezewaterpark. com Category Sports Variety Description Acquire the skills to become a true lifesaver! We’re dedicated to giving your child quality coaching in first aid, water safety, team building, CPR & rescues from certified lifeguards. Junior Lifeguard Camp sessions are serious lessons in a really fun atmosphere!

Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church 916 Centerville Turnpike N. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Jul 29 to Aug 02 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning camp Is mankind ready to inhabit the moon? With a little help from Engineering for Kids® students, humans will be prepared to take up residence by the end of the week. Afternoon camp LEGO® Mission Mars! 10% Military discount

Engineering for Kids 3rd Week LEGO(R) Mindstorms!

Titus Surf Camps and Lessons

Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church

44th Street City Virginia Beach Cost $45 – $275 Dates Jun 01 to Aug 31 Ages 5+ and able to swim Contact 1-877-370-SURF Category Swim, Surf & Scuba Description All lessons & camps include rashguard, surfboard, leash, and everything you need to get started. Our goal is individualized attention to each of our surf campers. Safety first; fun’s a close second. See you in the water! Email surfing@titusinternational.com

Bricks 4 Kidz at Christopher Academy 3300 Cedar Lane City Portsmouth Cost 140.00 Dates Jun 15 to Jun 17 Ages 5 to 13 however camps will be age appropriate 5k to 4th and 5th to 8th grades Contact RFrazier@bricks4kidz. com Category Technology Description Bricks 4 Kidz Camps create an extraordinary atmosphere for fun and educational Camp Themes will be listed on the website.

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1613 Mt. Pleasant Rd.

City Portsmouth Cost 140.00 Dates Jul 15 to July 19 Ages 1st to 8th grade. Contact Robin Frazier@ bricks4kidz.com Category Technology Description grouped by grades 1 – 4, and 5 – 8.

City Chesapeake Cost 140.00 Dates Aug. 5 – 9 Ages 5 to 13 however camps will be age appropriate 5k to 4th and 5th to 8th grades Contact RFrazier@bricks4kidz. com Category Technology Description First session Remote Control Mania (AM), Second session Sports Spectacular

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Bricks 4 Kidz Robotics Camp Featuring Lego (R) Bricks Christopher Academy 3300 Cedar Lane

916 Centerville Turnpike N. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Jul 08 to Jul 12 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning: students will divide into competitive theme park teams and challenge other teams in specific engineering-related contests with the goal of creating the most fantastic and thrilling theme park experience. Afternoon: LEGO® Mindstorms. 10% military discount!

Engineering for Kids Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church 916 Centerville Turnpike N. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Jun 17 to Jun 21 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Join us in the first ever Engineering for Kids®

Survivor challenge. Engineer’s Cove in the morning and LEGO® Rescue Robots in the afternoon! 10% additional discount for military!

Engineering for Kids 2nd Week Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church 916 Centerville Turnpike N. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Jun 24 to Jun 28 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description In the morning student engineers join a league of heroes and compete against other leagues by performing engineering-related challenges. In the afternoon the theme continues with Electronic Game Design Invader Defense Games.

Engineering for Kids SPRING BREAK Camps Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church 916 Centerville Turnpike N. City Chesapeake Cost $90 – $165 Dates Apr 01 to Apr 05 Ages Juniors 4 – 6 & Apprentice 7 – 14 Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Juniors morning camp: Civil Engineering, Outsmart the Big Bad Wolf!; and afternoon camp: Junior LEGO® WeDo™ Robotics Adventure Stories. Apprentice morning camp: Survivor Engineers Cove; and afternoon camp: LEGO® Rescue Robots

Engineering for Kids 4th Week LEGO(R) Olympics! Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church 916 Centerville Turnpike N. City Chesapeake Cost $165 Dates Jul 15 to Jul 19 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning camp: Students will separate into counties and will compete against opposing counties in various tests of mental and creative strength. Afternoon camp: LEGO® Olympics. 10% Military discount!

Engineering for Kids 5th Week Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church 916 Centerville Turnpike N. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Jul 22 to Jul 26 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning camp Compete against other wrecking companies in various engineering challenges, such as building a bridge from balsawood & constructing safety mechanisms to protect a raw egg from impact. Afternoon camp Electronic Game Design Platform Games

Kinetic Digital Media Camp 100 Bridge Street, Suite D City Hampton Cost $299 – $399 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 16 Ages Camps for elementary, middle, and high school students Contact Robin Watkins 325-9555, kinetic@whatevermedia.net Category Technology

Description Kinetic Digital Media Education offers weeklong camps for K – 12 students in video game design, mobile app development, digital video production, web design, and more! Visit www.kineticdme.org for more information.

Engineering for Kids 7th Week Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church 916 Centerville Turnpike N. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Aug 05 to Aug 09 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning How fast can an object go without compromising safety? Students work with their Pit Crew to design and build vehicles, such as dragsters and hovering levitrons, able to withstand astonishing speeds. Afternoon Electronic Game Design Racing Games

Engineering for Kids 8th Week Resurrection Evangelical

Lutheran Church 916 Centerville Turnpike N. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Aug 19 to Aug 23 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Join us in the first ever Engineering for Kids® Survivor challenge. Engineer’s Cove in the morning and LEGO® Rescue Robots in the afternoon! 10% additional discount for military!

Engineering for Kids Camp 1 Traditions at Chesapeake Golf Club 1201 Clubhouse Dr. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Jun 17 to Jun 21 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning How fast can an object go without compromising safety? Students work with their Pit Crew to design and build vehicles, such

as dragsters and hovering levitrons, able to withstand astonishing speeds. Afternoon: Electronic Game Design Racing Games

Engineering for Kids Camp 2 Traditions at Chesapeake Golf Club 1201 Clubhouse Dr. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Jun 24 to Jun 28 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Join us in the first ever Engineering for Kids® Survivor challenge. Engineer’s Cove in the morning and LEGO® Rescue Robots in the afternoon! 10% additional discount for military!

Engineering for Kids Camp 3 Traditions at Chesapeake Golf Club 1201 Clubhouse Dr. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Jul 08 to Jul 12

Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning Students join other engineers their age as they seek ways to protect the world and save mankind in the process. Afternoon Electronic Game Design Invader Defense Games

Engineering for Kids Camp 4 Traditions at Chesapeake Golf Club 1201 Clubhouse Dr. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Jul 15 to Jul 19 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning compete against other wrecking companies in various engineering challenges, such as building a bridge from balsawood and constructing safety mechanisms to protect a raw egg from impact. Afternoon Electronic Game Design Platform Games

Engineering for Kids Camp 5 Traditions at Chesapeake Golf Club 1201 Clubhouse Dr. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Jul 22 to Jul 26 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning students will separate into counties and will compete against opposing counties in various tests of mental and creative strength. Afternoon LEGO® Olympics

Engineering for Kids Camp 6 Traditions at Chesapeake Golf Club 1201 Clubhouse Dr. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Jul 29 to Aug 02 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology

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in specific engineering contests with the goal of creating the most fantastic and thrilling theme park experience. Afternoon LEGOÂŽ Mindstorm!

Engineering for Kids Camp 8, LEGO(R) Mission Mars Description Morning join a league of heroes and compete against other leagues by performing engineering challenges, such as saving an ecosystem from a potentially lethal oil spill. Afternoon Electronic Game Design Invader Defense Games

Engineering for Kids Camp 7,LEGO(R) Mindstorms! Traditions at Chesapeake Golf Club 1201 Clubhouse Dr. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Aug 05 to Aug 09 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning In competitive theme park teams, students challenge other teams

Traditions at Chesapeake Golf Club 1201 Clubhouse Dr. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00 Dates Aug 12 to Aug 16 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning Is mankind ready to inhabit the moon? With a little help from Engineering for KidsŽ students, humans will be prepared to take up residence by the end of the week. Afternoon LEGOŽ Mission Mars

Engineering for Kids 9th Week Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church 1201 Clubhouse Dr. City Chesapeake Cost $165.00

Dates Aug 19 to Aug 23 Ages 7 – 14. Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Morning compete against other wrecking companies in various engineering challenges, such as building a bridge from balsawood and constructing safety mechanisms to protect a raw egg from impact. Afternoon Electronic Game Design Platform Games

Engineering for Kids Juniors Week 1 Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church 916 Centerville Turnpike N. City Chesapeake Cost $90 Dates Jun 11 to Feb 13 Ages 4 – 6 Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description Please see our website page http:// engineeringforkids.net/ programs/view/junior for more of a Description on the two camps. Attend morning and afternoon camps for a large

discount! 10% military discount!

Engineering for Kids Juniors Week 3 Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church 916 Centerville Turnpike N. City Chesapeake Cost $90 Dates Aug 06 to Aug 08 Ages 4 – 6 Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 6414833 Category Technology Description For more information on each Camp, please look at our website at http://engineeringforkids.net/ programs/view/junior Attend morning and afternoon camps and get a huge discount! 10% military discount!

Engineering for Kids Juniors Week 2 Traditions at Chesapeake Golf Club 1201 Clubhouse Dr. City Chesapeake Cost $90 Dates Jul 01 to Jul 03 Ages 4 – 6 Contact hamptonroads@ engineeringforkids.net or 641-

4833 Category Technology Description Please visit our website at http:// engineeringforkids.net/ programs/view/junior for more of a Description of the two camp programs. Attend both morning and afternoon and get a large discount! 10% military discount!

Description New! Geared to players with experience interested in improving and learning new skills.

Norfolk Christian Tennis Camp 255 Thole Street

City Chesapeake Cost $50 Dates Weeks of 6/17, 7/29 Ages 6 – 12 and 10 – 13 Contact 382-6411,www. Cityofchesapeake.net Category Tennis Description Tennis at beginner and intermediate levels.

City Norfolk Cost $125 – $140 Dates 6/17 – 6/21, 8:30 am – noon Ages Co-ed, Rising Grades 3 – 8 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Tennis Coach Bill Jaume has worked for/with the USTA, WTA, ATP, and has coached players of all Ages. With his knowledge and joy for the sport, Bill presents an outstanding session your child will love! (Meets @ Lakewood Park)

High School Tennis clinic

Norfolk Christian Volleyball Camp

Oscar Smith High School

255 Thole Street

City Chesapeake Cost; $50 Dates Week of 8/5 Ages 14 – 18 Contact 382-6411,www. Cityofchesapeake.net Category Tennis

City Norfolk Cost $125 – $140 Dates 7/29 – 8/2, 6 – 9 p.m. Ages Co-ed – Rising Grades 5 – 9 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@norfolkchristian. org,www.norfolkchristiancamps.

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Archery ~ Rifle Swimming ~ Singing

Summer is traditionally the time that children take a break from learning, but the Kumon Math and Reading Program is a great way to continue your child’s educational journey even during vacation months. Enroll now to ensure your child’s knowledge continues growing all summer long.

Chesapeake - Greenbrier 801 Volvo Parkway, Ste. 120, Chesapeake, VA 23320 757.547.0445 • www.kumon.com/chesapeake-north Suffolk - Harbour View 6546 Hampton Roads Parkway, Suffolk, VA 23435 757.484.4646 • www.kumon.com/suffolk-harbour-view Virginia Beach - Kempsville 4540 Princess Anne Rd., Ste. 126, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 757.474.1130 • www.kumon.com/virginia-beach-kempsville

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org Category Volleyball Description We’ll work on the five skills of volleyball, handeye coordination, skill mastery, quickness, anticipation and team work through instruction, drills, skill circuits, competition and games. Personal evaluations at the end of camp.

Norfolk Christian Wrestling Camp 255 Thole Street City Norfolk Cost $125 – $140 Dates 7/15 – 19, 12:30 – 4 Ages Boys – Rising Grades 3 – 8 Contact 619-0284, summercamps@ norfolkchristian.org, www. norfolkchristiancamps.org Category Wrestling Description Director Gabe Pethtel, Norfolk Christian Varsity Wrestling Coach, features skill emphasis/instruction, rules overview, and age-appropriate games & competitions at this camp. Don’t miss it!

Taylor Bend Family YMCA Specialty & Sports Camp 4626 Taylor Rd. City Chesapeake Cost $130 – $225 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 09 Ages 6 – 12 Contact 638-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Venture have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Weekly themes include dance, cheer, music, art, science and more.

Taylor Bend Family YMCA Preschool Camp 4626 Taylor Rd. City Chesapeake Cost $50 – $95 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 09 Ages 3 – 5 Contact 638-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Camp Venture for preschoolers is the perfect adventure for the first-time camper! This camp focuses on learning new skills and character development while participating in enjoyable, traditional camping activities including sports.

Taylor Bend Family YMCA Counselor in Training 4626 Taylor Rd. City Chesapeake Cost $55 – $80 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 09

City Chesapeake Cost $135 – $155 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 366-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Monarch and Camp Crossroads have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in selfreliance. Sports include karate, football, basketball, kickball and hockey.

Ages 13 – 17 Contact 638-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description CIT Camp teaches enthusiastic young adults leadership skills and the fundamentals of working with children, including CPR and First Aid Training, Basic Child Development, licensed child care protocol, group management and group games for kids, to name a few.

Taylor Bend Family YMCA Teen Adventure

Greenbrier North YMCA Explorers Camp

4626 Taylor Rd. City Chesapeake Cost $200 – $225 Dates Jun 24 to Aug 09 Ages 13 – 17 Contact 638-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Teen Adventure Camp is designed to keep teens active and engaged in a variety of activities designed to build friendships and develop interpersonal skills. They rock climb, surf, kayak, hike, swim, play sports, archery, and much more!

Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA Camp 633 S. Battlefield Blvd. City Chesapeake Cost $165 – $195 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 23 Ages 6 – 12 Contact 546-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Whether it’s learning to tie a knot, plant a tree, shoot a bow and arrow, or learning how to be green, each activity at Camp Heron encourAges learning and improves selfesteem. Activities include sports, arts and crafts, nature education and more.

Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA Specialty Camp 633 S. Battlefield Blvd. City Chesapeake Cost $185 – $215 Dates Jun 24 to Aug 23 Ages 6 – 11 Contact 546-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Campers have fun at Camp Heron while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Themes include water nation, pop star, detective and more.

Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA Preschool Camp 633 S. Battlefield Blvd.

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City Chesapeake Cost $60 – $90 Dates Jun 24 to Aug 23 Ages 4 – 5 Contact 546-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description This is the perfect adventure for the first-time camper! This camp focuses on learning new skills and character development while participating in enjoyable, traditional camping activities like sports and dance.

Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA Sports Camp 633 S. Battlefield Blvd. City Chesapeake Cost $145 – $175 Dates Jul 08 to Aug 16 Ages 6 – 11 Contact 546-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Heron have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in selfreliance. Basketball, football and soccer will be played.

Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA Counselor in Training 633 S. Battlefield Blvd. City Chesapeake Cost $$70 – $90 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 23 Ages 13 – 17 Contact 546-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description CIT Camp teaches enthusiastic young adults leadership skills and the fundamentals of working with children, including CPR and First Aid Training, Basic Child Development, licensed child care protocol, group management and group games for kids, to name a few.

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skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Sports include tennis, basketball, soccer and more.

633 S. Battlefield Blvd. City Chesapeake Cost $200 – $220 Dates Jun 24 to Aug 23 Ages 13 – 16 Contact 546-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description This camp keeps teens active and engaged in a variety of activities designed to build friendships and develop interpersonal skills. Campers spend their week rock climbing, surfing, kayaking, hiking, swimming, team-building, archery and much more!

Greenbrier Family YMCA Specialty Camp 1033 Greenbrier Pkwy. City Chesapeake Cost $175 – $215 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 23 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 547-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at New Camp Horizons have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Themes include circus, cooking, dance, engineering, art and more.

Greenbrier Family YMCA Sports Camp 1033 Greenbrier Pkwy. City Chesapeake Cost $175 – $215 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 23 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 547-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Youth at Camp New Horizons have fun while making friends, developing new

Greenbrier Family YMCA Teen Camp 1033 Greenbrier Pkwy. City Chesapeake Cost $430 – $470 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 23 Ages 13 – 15 Contact 547-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Teen Camp is designed to keep teens active and engaged in a variety of activities designed to build friendships and develop interpersonal skills. Campers spend their week rock climbing, surfing, kayaking, hiking, swimming, sports, team-building and much more!

Greenbrier North YMCA Specialty Camp B.M. Williams Primary and Cedar Road Elementary City Chesapeake Cost $135 – $155 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 5 – 8 Contact 366-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Monarch and Camp Crossroads have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in selfreliance. Themes include art, cooking, science, fashion, animal expedition and more.

Greenbrier North YMCA Sports Camp

City Chesapeake Cost $145 – $165 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 9 – 12 Contact 366-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Explorers Camp is designed to keep tweens active and engaged in a variety of activities created to build friendships and develop interpersonal skills. Campers spend their week rock climbing, canoeing, hiking, swimming, playing sports, team-building and much more!

Mt.Trashmore Family Y Specialty Camp 4441 South Blvd. City Virginia Beach Cost $150 – $180 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 456-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Okeechobee have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Themes include art, science, dance, water nation and more.

Mt. Trashmore Family Y Sports Camp 4441 South Blvd. City Virginia Beach Cost $140 – $170 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 456-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Okeechobee have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Sports include soccer, kickball, baseball, ultimate Frisbee and more.

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camp listings Mt. Trashmore Family Y Counselor in Training 4441 South Blvd. City Virginia Beach Cost $70 – $95 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 13 – 17 Contact 456-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description CIT Camp teaches enthusiastic young adults leadership skills and the fundamentals of working with children, including CPR and First Aid Training, Basic Child Development, licensed child care protocol, group management and group games for kids, to name a few.

Salem YMCA Family Center Specialty Camp 2029 Salem Road City Virginia Beach Cost $150 – $180 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29

Ages 5 – 12 Contact 471-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Odakota have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Themes include art, dance, cooking, space, engineering and more!

Salem YMCA Family Center Sports Camp 2029 Salem Road City Virginia Beach Cost $140 – $170 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 471-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Odakota have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Sports include football, soccer, ultimate Frisbee, hockey and more.

Salem YMCA Family Center Counselor in Training

Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 13 – 15 Contact 471-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description CIT Camp teaches enthusiastic young adults leadership skills and the fundamentals of working with children, including CPR and First Aid Training, Basic Child Development, licensed child care protocol, group management and group games for kids, to name a few.

City Virginia Beach Cost $140 – $200 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 4 years, 11 mo. – 16 Contact 366-0488 Category YMCA Camps Description Sports include football, track & field, volleyball, kickball and more!

Indian River Family YMCA Counselor in Training 5660 Indian River Rd.

Indian River Family YMCA Camp Talulah 5660 Indian River Rd. City Virginia Beach Cost $140 – $180 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 5 – 11 Contact 366-0488 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Talulah have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in selfreliance. Themes include dance, cheer, cooking, science, water nation and more.

City Virginia Beach Cost $70 – $90 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 , every other week Ages 12 – 16 Contact 366-0488 Category YMCA Camps Description CIT Camp teaches enthusiastic young adults leadership skills and the fundamentals of working with children, including CPR and First Aid Training, Basic Child Development, licensed child care protocol, group management and group games for kids, to name a few.

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Indian River Family YMCA Teen Adventure Camp

5660 Indian River Rd.

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City Virginia Beach Cost $180 – $200 Dates Jun 24 to Aug 29 , every other week Ages 13 – 16 Contact 366-0488 Category YMCA Camps Description This camp keeps teens active and engaged in a variety of activities designed to build friendships and develop interpersonal and leadership skills. Campers spend their week rock climbing, surfing, kayaking, hiking, swimming, team-building and much more!

Camp 1536 Laskin Road City Virginia Beach Cost $140 – $170 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 5 – 11 Contact 422-3805 Category YMCA Camps Description Sports include tennis, golf, karate, lacrosse, baseball, bowling and more.

Hilltop Family YMCA Adventure Camp 1536 Laskin Road

Hilltop Family Y Specialty Camp 1536 Laskin Road City Virginia Beach Cost $150 – $180 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 5 – 11 Contact 422-3805 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Caretta have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Themes include science, art, fashion, engineering, outdoor adventure, cooking and more.

Hilltop Family Y Sports

City Virginia Beach Cost $375 – $425 (two-week sessions) Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 11 – 15 Contact 422-3805 Category YMCA Camps Description Adventure Camp keeps teens active and engaged in a variety of activities designed to build friendships and develop interpersonal and leadership skills. Campers spend their week rock climbing, surfing, kayaking, hiking, swimming, team-building and much more!

Hilltop Family YMCA Counselor in Training 1536 Laskin Road

City Virginia Beach Cost $250 – $350 (for entire session) Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 16 – 17 Contact 422-3805 Category YMCA Camps Description CIT Camp teaches enthusiastic young adults leadership skills and the fundamentals of working with children, including CPR and First Aid Training, Basic Child Development, licensed child care protocol, group management and group games for kids, to name a few.

James L. Camp, Jr. Family Y Little Sports Camp

James L. Camp, Jr. Family Y Specialty Camp

James L. Camp, Jr. Family Y Sports Camp

300 Crescent Dr. City Franklin Cost $125 – $155 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 562-3491 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Crescent have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Themes include art, construction, robots and cooking.

Cost $85 – $110 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 23 Ages 4 ½ – 12 Contact 399-5511 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Portside have the opportunity to explore, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence and make memories. And, of course, it’s fun too. Activities include themed-based weeks, music, arts & crafts, sports, outdoor play, swimming and more.

City Onley Cost $100 – $130 Dates Jun 24 to Aug 23 Ages 6 – 9 Contact 787-5601 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Thunderhead have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Themes include sports, detective, art and outdoor adventure!

City Elizabeth City Cost $135 – $160 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 7 – 12 Contact 252-334-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Sea Breeze have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Themes include cooking, surfing, outdoor adventure and more.

Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 13 – 15 Contact 252-334-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description CIT Camp teaches enthusiastic young adults leadership skills and the fundamentals of working with children, including CPR and First Aid Training, Basic Child Development, licensed child care protocol, group management and group games for kids, to name a few.

Albemarle Family Y Day Camp

Albemarle Family Y Little Sports Camp

Currituck Family YMCA Specialty Camp

1240 N. Road St.

1240 N. Road St. City Elizabeth City Cost $45 – $55 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 3 – 5 Contact 252-334-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description This is the perfect adventure for the first-time camper! This camp focuses on learning new skill and character development while participating in enjoyable, sporting activities.

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City Onley Cost $100 – $130 Dates Jun 24 to Aug 23 Ages 10 – 12 Contact 787-5601 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Thunderhead have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Themes include sports, detective, art and outdoor adventure!

City Elizabeth City Cost $115 – $140 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 252-334-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids have the opportunity to explore, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence and make memories at Camp Sea Breeze. Activities include themed-based weeks, music, arts & crafts, sports, outdoor play, swimming, special family events and more.

Eastern Shore Family Y Explorers Camp

Albemarle Family Y Specialty Camp

1240 N. Road St.

1013 Effingham Street City Portsmouth

26164 Lankford Hwy.

1240 N. Road St.

300 Crescent Dr. City Franklin Cost $47 – $67 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 3 – 5 Contact 562-3491 Category YMCA Camps Description This is the perfect adventure for the first-time camper! This camp focuses on learning new skills and character development while participating in enjoyable, sporting activities.

300 Crescent Dr. City Franklin Cost $47 – $67 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 29 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 562-3491 Category YMCA Camps Description Sports include basketball, volleyball, Cover 3 flag football and Challenger Soccer.

Effingham Street Family Y Day Camp

Eastern Shore Family Y Specialty Camp 26164 Lankford Hwy.

Albemarle Family Y Counselor in Training City Elizabeth City Cost $55 – $75

City Moyock Cost $112 – $140 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 252-453-9632 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Bayside have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Themes include outdoor adventure, cooking, art, space and more.

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camp listings Sports Camp 130 Community Way City Barco Cost $112 – $140 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 252-453-9632 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp Bayside have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Sports include flag football, dodge ball, baseball soccer and more.

Currituck Family YMCA Preschool Camp 130 Community Way City Barco Cost $65 – $75 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 3 – 4 Contact 252-453-9632 Category YMCA Camps Description This is the perfect adventure for the first-time camper! This camp focuses on learning new skill and character development while participating in enjoyable, traditional camping activities with themes like spirit week, circus and science.

Currituck Family YMCA Teen Adventure Camp 130 Community Way City Barco Cost $140 – $150 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 13 – 17 Contact 252-453-9632 Category YMCA Camps Description Teen Adventure Camp keeps teens active and engaged in a variety of activities designed to build friendships and develop interpersonal and leadership skills. Campers spend their week rock climbing, surfing, kayaking, hiking, swimming, team-building and much more!

Seaside have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence and make lasting memories. And, of course, it’s fun too. Activities include themed-based weeks, arts & crafts, sports, outdoor play and more.

YMCA OBXtreme Skate Camp 3000 S. Croatan Hwy. City Nags Head Cost $75 – $95 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 5 – 14 Contact 252-449-8897 Category YMCA Camps Description Our OBXtreme Skate Camp is where kids learn to skate ramps, bowls, half-pipes at every level from beginner to advanced with plenty of time for free skating. Highlights include visits to other area skate parks, in-camp competitions and weekly awards.

Outer Banks Family YMCA Sports Camp 3000 S. Croatan Hwy. City Nags Head Cost $75 – $95 Dates Jun 24 to Aug 16 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 252-449-8897 Category YMCA Camps Description Campers have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in self-reliance. Sports include basketball, soccer, dance and more.

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Outer Banks Family YMCA Swim Camp

Outer Banks Family YMCA Counselor in Training

3000 S. Croatan Hwy.

3000 S. Croatan Hwy.

City Nags Head Cost $75 – $95 Dates Jun 24 to Aug 02 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 252-449-8897 Category YMCA Camps Description Campers have fun while making friends, developing new skills, building self-confidence, appreciating teamwork and growing in selfreliance. Swimming, scuba, snorkeling and more will be learned.

City Nags Head Cost $50 – $70 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 12 – 14 Contact 252-449-8897 Category YMCA Camps Description CIT Camp teaches enthusiastic young adults leadership skills and the fundamentals of working with children, including CPR and First Aid Training, Basic Child Development, licensed child care protocol, group management and group games for kids, to name a few.

Outer Banks Family Y Day Camp

Outer Banks Family YMCA Surf Camp

3000 S. Croatan Hwy.

3000 S. Croatan Hwy.

City Nags Head Cost $125 – $180 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 252-449-8897 Category YMCA Camps Description Kids at Camp

City Nags Head Cost $30 – $50 Dates Jun 10 to Aug 23 Ages 5 – 14 Contact 252-449-8897 Category YMCA Camps Description Campers will have

YMCA Camp Silver Beach 6272 YMCA Lane City Jamesville Cost Varies Dates Jun 16 to Aug 17 Ages 8 – 16 Contact 442-4634

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Category YMCA Camps Description With loads of activities packed on 151 acres of forest, field and wetlands, and 1,200 feet of Chesapeake Bay beachfront, we provide opportunities for campers to build confidence, learn sportsmanship, find potential and grow friendships in this overnight camp.

Camp Silver Beach Teen Adventure 6272 YMCA Lane City Jamesville Cost Varies Dates Jun 30 to Jul 20 Ages Rising 9th – 11th graders Contact 442-4634 Category YMCA Camps Description Rising High School freshman, sophomores and juniors from all around the world come together for three weeks of adventure and fun, while forming their own community here at camp. TAC combines elements of leadership training, community service and personal growth.

Camp Silver Beach Counselor in Training 6272 YMCA Lane

City Jamesville Cost Varies Dates Jul 28 to Aug 17 Ages Rising 11th graders Contact 442-4634 Category YMCA Camps Description Each Counselor-InTraining is trained under the supervision of the Coordinator and/or Senior Program Director. CITs are assigned to a younger cottage and join the staff of its two counselors. CITs live with this cottage and serve as a role model to the campers.

YMCA Camp Arrowhead

Virginia Wesleyan College campus City Norfolk Cost $309 – $387 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 23 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 622-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description This regional camp is all about discovery and outdoor fun. Kids have the opportunity to explore nature, try new activities like archery or climbing the Alpine Tower, and make lasting memories through participation in crafts, swimming, sports and more.

275 Kenyon Road City Suffolk Cost Varies Dates Jun 17 to Aug 30 Ages 5 – 12 Contact 923-3303 Category YMCA Camps Description This new regional camp is all about discovery and outdoor fun. Kids have the opportunity to explore nature, try new activities like archery or climbing the Alpine Tower, and make lasting memories through participation in crafts, swimming, sports and more.

YMCA Camp Red Feather

YMCA Camp Red Feather Teen Extreme Virginia Wesleyan College campus City Norfolk Cost $183 – $204 Dates Jun 17 to Aug 23 Ages Rising 6th – 10th graders Contact 622-9622 Category YMCA Camps Description This week-long companion program to our camp will keep teens active in a variety of extreme activities such as rock climbing, kayaking, hiking and tubing while building friendships and developing interpersonal and leadership skills.

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FAIR • Visit with folks from over 50 camps and family-friendly vendors all assembled under one roof! • $500 American Express gift card awarded to one winner (to be eligible, you need to visit each booth) • Other fabulous giveaways such as gift bags to the first 500 visitors, a membership to The Hermitage Museum; Discounts off Programs, compliments of MAD SCIENCE; Brickz4Kids; Chris Trudeau SAT Prep; Basket of School Supplies; Deluxe Tandy Leather Craft Starter Set...and more! • Entertainment and Activities

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Interested? Call Tammy Lindquist at 757-222-3905 Spaces are limited and filling fast! For questions, call (757) 222-3905 or visit www.mytidewatermoms.com or email tammy.lindquist@pilotonline.com Presented in part by

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Participating Vendors (as of print date) - more to come! -Triple R Ranch -Cape Henry Collegiate School -Camp JCC -Virginia Beach Field House -Virginia Beach Public Library -Jeff Trickey-Randy Wright QB Receiver Camps -The Hermitage Museum & Gardens -Tandy Leather Factory -Chris Tredeau SAT Prep -Kumon Learning Center -Nansemond Suffolk Academy -Centura College -YMCA Camp Silverbeach -Passions Performing Arts -The Rhythm of Ireland -Bridging the Gap Learning Center -Sylvan Learning Center -Bricks4Kids -Norfolk Botanical Garden -Norfolk Collegiate -Chesapeake Bay Academy

-The Friends School -Virginia Air & Space Center -Hampton Roads Academy -Mad Science of Hampton Roads -Mathnasium -Learning RX -Girl Scouts -Nauticus -YMCA of South Hampton Roads -Engineering for Kids -World Champion Tae Kwon Do Studio -The Hermitage Museum -Tutor A Team -Camp Piankatank -Camp Roanoke -Hunt Club Farm -Thirty One Gifts -Wave of Life Chiropractic Center -Rainbow Station -Camp Occohannock

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