Don’t miss the summer camps expo this weekend!
Win a Fun-Filled Week of Camp O Present THIS ENTRY FORM to the White Flint CAMP EXPO Information Table (located on Center Court on Level 1) on January 28 or January 29, 2012 and you will be entered to win one week’s camp tuition to any camp who is participating at the White Flint Camp Expo.
A maximum value of $500 will be awarded to the camp of choice. Winner will select from any camp who is participating at the White Flint Camp Expo. Prize to be donated by White Flint Mall, LLLP. Entry forms will not be available at the Camp Expo. Chances of winning will be determined by total number of entries completed and received. Winner will be notified via E-Mail or phone on February 3, 2011 and will be selected at random. One entry per family, no photocopies will be accepted. Parent or guardian signature required with each entry form of respective child.
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ver 90 camps from across the country will descend onto White Flint this Saturday, Jan. 28, from 10 a.m. to 5p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 28 from noon to 5 p.m. Join The Gazette and White Flint for a fun-filled weekend with family entertainment and more. We invite you to speak to our camps about: • Summer / Day Camp Programs • Outdoor and Equestrian • Adventure and The Arts
• Overnight/Destination Camps • Religious /Secular • Special Needs The event will be held throughout White Flint and is free to the public. Plenty of free parking is available with complimentary valet parking available outside The Cheesecake Factory and Bertucci’s. White Flint is conveniently located in North Bethesda where Rockville Pike meets Nicholson Lane just outside the Capital Beltway. Please visit ShopWhiteFlint.com or call 301-231-SHOP (7467).
Phone Number Parent Guardian Signature o Please register me for the White Flint E-Newsletter to inform me of events, sales and other promotions.
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Barrie Day Camp Since 1932
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We are the closest camp to Washington D.C., offering a traditional range of summer camp activities in combination with new, innovative programs that make Barrie Camp unique. Included are on-site swimming, riding, boating, and overnights. Supported by an exceptional group of counselors and program specialists, campers are encouraged to give everything a try, create something new, explore the outdoors, respect and appreciate the natural world, and have fun.
Open Houses
January 22, February 26, and March 18 Bus Service and Extended Day Stops in Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Potomac, North Potomac, Rockville, Silver Spring, Tenleytown, Takoma Park and White Oak.
Day Camp, Specialty Camps and Leadership Training Training
301.576.2816
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t is the closest camp to D.C that offers the traditional range of summer camp activities, with on-site swimming, riding, boating, and overnight stays. The Day Camp program also offers sports, nature, arts and crafts, dance,
music, creative dramatics, archery, ceramics, karate, cooperative games, and special morning flagpole activities. Special event days throughout the season are eagerly anticipated by campers and staff. These perennial favorites are combined with a few new programs to make each summer unique. Our Specialty Camps provide campers with a half day of activity in their favorite area followed by a half day in the day camp program. There are specialty programs for riding, digital arts, sports, nature study, art, dramatics, and martial arts. Our CIT Program is designed for our 14- and 15-year-olds. It develops leadership skills and character, while providing an excellent opportunity for community service. Supported by an exceptional group of counselors and program specialists, campers are encouraged to give everything a try, create something new, explore the outdoors, respect and appreciate the natural world, and have fun.
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he name KidsCo says it all: It’s Their Business! This summer, come experience KidsCo’s famous theme weeks at Day Camp, luxury living on our Teen Travel coach bus, the excitement of safe and age appropriate travel at Kids On-The- Run, or a camp designed with the preschool camper in mind at KidsCo Junior. From infants to teens, KidsCo offers something great for everyone! If convenience is what you’re looking for, look no further! KidsCo Summer Camps offer a
one-stop shop. Drop off and pick up your preschooler, elementary school age day camper and teen travel camper all at one of seven locations across Montgomery County. KidsCo operates year round, running before and after school programs in elementary schools in Montgomery County. Their qualified and energetic team of staff makes each and every family a priority. So come check out KidsCo and see what all the hype is about!
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Calleva, the DC area’s premier outdoor adventure provider, offers an innovative summer camp program for ages 4-17.
Camp Calleva activity for a full week, visiting some of the Mid-Atlantic’s most beautiful wilderness areas every day with an overnight camp out on Thursday night. Younger children (aged 5-9) stay closer to home for a “Tom Sawyer-esque” outdoor experience. Every day Calleva Explorers try a mix of fun outdoor activities on nearby rivers, trails and at Calleva Farm. Calleva’s brand new CUBS program is a half-day version of Explorer camp, created especially for preschoolers, aged 4-5. Calleva Leadership School offers high adventure/service learning trips for teens (aged 13-17). CLS teens visit gorgeous wilderness areas throughout North America for a mix of outdoor skill building, service and personal discovery. Calleva families can customize a 2012 summer itinerary by signing up for one week at a time. Calleva offers 13 weeks of camp, from June-September. Pick up point transportation is offered – choose a Calleva bus stop near your neighborhood. For more information, visit www.calleva.org.
For 20 years, Calleva has created top quality, year-round outdoor ed programs for individuals, groups and area schools, including day camp and overnight camp options every summer. In 2012, Calleva offers kayaking, rafting, rock climbing, sailing, sustainable farming, horseback riding, fishing, and more! Older campers (aged 9-15) can choose their own adventure and focus on that activity for a full week, visiting some of the Mid-Atlantic’s most beautiful wilderness areas every day with an overnight camp out on Thursday night. “Younger children (aged 6-9) stay closer to home for a mix of fun outdoor activities on nearby rivers, trails and at Calleva Farm. Every day Calleva Explorers try a mix of fun outdoor activities on nearby rivers, trails and at Calleva Farm. Calleva’s brand new Cubs program is a half-day camp created especially for preschoolers (aged 4-5).” Calleva Leadership School offers high adventure/service learning trips for teens (aged 13-17). CLS teens visit gorgeous wilderness areas throughout North America for a mix of outdoor skill building, service and personal discovery. Calleva families can customize a 2012 summer itinerary by signing up for one week at a time. Calleva offers 13 weeks of camp, from June-September. Pick up point transportation is offered – choose a Calleva bus stop near your neighborhood.
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alleva, the DC area’s premier outdoor adventure provider, offers and innovative summer camp program for ages 4 to 17. For 20 years, Calleva has created top quality, yearround outdoor ed programs for individuals, groups and area schools, including day camp and overnight camp options every summer. In 2012, Calleva offers kayaking, rafting, rock climbing, sailing, sustainable farming, horseback riding, fishing, and more! Older campers (aged 9-15) can choose their own adventure and focus on that
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collect data to document whale distribution, feeding and behavioral patterns. Hands-on experience using onboard marine biology equipment helps unveil the powerful and endangered processes of life in the sea. Campers explore beaches, coastal trails and fishing villages and investigate life in the tidal pools and bogs. Whale Camp takes students out to sea three days each week to directly encounter the whales and other marine life for an amazing marine science experience. Whale Camp is a place where inspiration, exploration and discovery abound.
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$40,000 College Scholarships Awarded
n recognition of the value of Whale Camp programs at the Fundy Marine Science Institute, the College of the Atlantic is offering scholarships of $40,000 over four years to any Whale Camp alumni recommended by its Director. The College of the Atlantic is a renowned Liberal Arts college located on Mount Desert Island, Maine, home to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park on the coast of the Gulf of Maine. COA is an innovative institution, whose primary focus is the relationships between humans and the environment and is part of the Eco-League of colleges. Whale Camp programs prepare students with a solid background in the marine sciences and a deeper understanding of Human Ecology. Of all marine science programs, Whale Campers have far more face-to-face encounters to closely observe and study whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals and puffins in their own natural habitat. Aboard their 65-foot sailboat, campers
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Landon in Summer
ow in its 75th year, Landon in Summer offers a huge range of fun and educational programs for girls and boys ages 3 ½-17. Highlights include traditional Day Camps for girls, boys and preschoolers that make use of Landon’s 75-acre campus, air-conditioned buildings, outdoor pool and sports fields. Sports Camps allow everyone, from beginners to future Hall of Famers, to improve their skills. Programs include baseball, basketball, lacrosse, tennis and general sports. Music and Arts Camps provide opportunities for intensive creative experiences, many led by members of the Landon faculty. For
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students seeking to catch up, move ahead or simply hone their skills, Academic Programs can provide course credit. Enrichment Classes are designed to boost school performance, with typing, writing, study skills and math programs. Landon in Summer works well for families, with an Early Morning Program, a Lunch Bunch and a Late Afternoon Program, as well as Bus Transportation to neighborhoods in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Rockville, Kensington, Potomac and Northwest D.C. Check out www.landon.net/summer to learn more about Landon in summer and why it is the place to be for summer 2012!
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our child’s passport to summer fun! Trips & Dips by Academy provides an adventurous summer program for school-age children that is centered around outdoor exploration and travel to local destinations under the supervision of our mature, experienced, professional and energetic staff. Trips & Dips is a summer tradition for many area school-age children. We offer a licensed summer program that children return to year after year for a hulatta summer fun. Academy operates year round before and after school programs at area elementary schools in Montgomery County. If you are looking for an adventurous summer program for your child where they will travel to local sites in the metropolitan area, register your child today! Our Trips & Dips program will be going to water parks, amusement parks, state parks, the beach, baseball games, miniature golf, bowling, Tae Kwon Do, swimming and so much more. For a summer
of fun, happy memories and friendships that will last a lifetime…register your child for Trips & Dips Summer 2012. So grab your hula skirt and surfboard if you dare and check out Trips & Dips and all the fun fare!
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iD Tech Camps
ove gaming, programming, or film making? Take hobbies further and gain a competitive edge at iD Tech Camps! Since 1999 over 130,000 students worldwide have immersed in hands-on learning to create iPhone apps, programs with C++ and Java, video games, websites, movies, 3D models, ad designs, robots, and more. Beginner to advanced students ages 7-17 enroll in these fun and challenging, week long, day and overnight summer camps held at 60-plus prestigious universities nationwide including American, Towson, Princeton,
Stanford, and others. Students engage in personalized curriculum with a small group of peers (guaranteed 8:1 ratio) to optimize learning and social experiences. Many iD alumni have gone on to do something BIG! They’ve done impressive things like sell their iPhone apps to raise money for college, create websites for local businesses, and write programming books. Learn firsthand how you can develop hobbies and interests into so much more. Accredited Continuing Education Units are available to help build a portfolio for college. Also for 2-weeks ages 13-18 immerse in specialized, pre-college, overnight summer programs at iD Programming Academy (held at American), iD Gaming Academy, or iD Visual Arts Academy (Film making and photography). Visit internalDrive.com for more information and to register online. Or call 1888-709-TECH (8324) to speak to a Program Advisor who can recommend a customized summer schedule to develop a student’s interests.
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Camp information
Type
Ages
Specialties
Audubon Naturalist Society Nature Summer Camp 301-652-9188 ext 15 www.AudubonCamp.org 8940 Jones Mill Road, Chevy Chase, MD 20912 6 1-week sessions
Day, travel & overnight
Coed; Ages 4-17
Outdoor, environmental education, nature hiking
Day camp
Coed; 3yrs - 8th Grade
Themes and recreational activities
Day camp
Coed; Ages 4-14
Traditional day camp
Coed; PreK-8th grade
Swimming, crafts, ropes course, Zip Line, nature
Academic/recreational Day camp
Co-ed; Ages 3-11 CIT Program ages12-17
Early childhood, elementary-aged children
Day camp
Coed: Ages 4-14
Dance, musical theatre, visual arts, magic
Day camp
Coed; Ages 2-4
Water play, nature, building friendships
Day camp Extended day available
Ages 3 1/2-18
Academic, specialty & athletic, more than 65 camps
Outdoor adventure
Ages 4-17
Kayak, rock climb, horseback ride, fish, etc.
Cultural day camp
Coed; Age: 5-12
Chinese language, Chinese dance, martial arts and Chinese cooking
Day camp program with trips
Coed; Ages 4-21
Residential
Coed; Ages 7-16
Sleep-away
Coed; Ages 7-16
Barnesville Summer Camp
301-972-0341 www.barnesvillschool.com 21830 Peach Tree Road, P.O. Box 404, Barnesville, MD 20838 June 18 – Aug. 10
Barrie Day Camp
301-576-2816 www.barrie.org/barrie-camp 13500 Layhill Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906 June 18 – Aug. 10
Bar-T Summer Camps
301-948-3172 www.bar-t.com 18753 N. Frederick Ave, Suite 203, Gaithersburg, MD 20879 Weekly from June 18 – Aug. 22
Beauvoir the National Cathedral Elementary School
202-537-6485 www.summer.beauvoirschool.org 3500 Woodley Road NW, Washington, DC 20016 June 18 – Aug. 3
Black Rock Summer Arts Camp
301-528-2260 www.blackrockcenter.org 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown, MD 20874 June 18 – Aug. 3 (single and multi-week sessions)
B’nai Tzedek’s Chaverim Summer Program
301-299-1149 www.bnaitzedek.org 10621 South Glen Road, Potomac, MD 20854 June 11 – Aug. 2
Bullis Summer Program
301-983-5741 www.bullis.org/summerprograms 10601 Falls Road, Potomac, MD 20854 June 18 – Aug. 10
Calleva
301-216-1248 www.calleva.org 10315 Rileys Lock Road Poolesville, MD 20837 Session Dates: June 4 – Aug. 31
Camp China
301-801-5869 www.Camp-China.com 10278 Arizona Circle, Bethesda, MD 20817 July 2 – 13; July 16 – 27; July 30 – Aug. 10
Camp JCC – The Place To Be
301-348-3883 www.jccgw.org/camp 6125 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852 Session I: June 25 – July 6; Session II: July 9 – 20; Session III: July 23 – Aug.10
Swimming, sports, adventure, nature, art, special needs, general
Camp Hidden Meadows
304-456-5191 www.camphidenmeadows.com HC77 Box 117, Bartow, WV 24920 June 17 – Aug. 18 1, 2 and 3 week sessions
Camp Tall Timbers
800-862-2678 www.camptalltimbers.com Route 1, Box 472, Highview, WV 26808 June 24 – Aug. 18; 2 & 3 weeks sessions; 1 week try-out session
Riding, tennis, swimming, sports, general
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Type
Ages
Camp Olympia
301-926-9281 www.camp-olympia.com 5511 Muncaster Mill Road, Rockville, MD 20855 June 18 – Aug. 24
Specialties
Day camp
Coed; Ages 3 ½ - 15
Horseback riding, swimming, soccer, tennis, gymnastics, mountain biking, track and field, games, basketball
General residential
Girls; Ages 6-16
Riding, specialty camps, mini camp
Day camp
Coed; Ages 4-16
Go-karts, wilderness, teens, overnight trips
Day camp
Coed; Age: 5-12
Travel camp for 3rd-5th graders, sports, art, swimming
Day camp
Coed; Ages 3 to 6
Beginning soccer plus emphasis on building soccer techniques and self-confidence
Day camp
Ages 3 to 5
Space science, astronomy, age-appropriate activities for tiny tots
Day camp
Coed; Ages 3 to 5
Tiny tots enjoy soccer and tennis with their parents.
Day camp
Coed; Ages 8 to 13
Computer keyboarding with fitness/sport breaks
Day camp
Coed; Ages 5 to 13
Multiple sports each week, including basketball, lacrosse, soccer and more
Day camp
Coed; Ages 5 to 13
Space science, model rocketry, fitness. Every camper builds and launches a model rocket.
Day camp
Coed; Ages 18 to 30 months
Teenie Tiny Tots, enjoying sports, agility training including soccer with moms and dads
Day camp
Coed; Ages 5 to 7
Build self-esteem, enhancing cooperation, focusing on skills and fitness
Day camp
Coed: Ages 3 to 5
Tiny tots. Sports, agility training, including soccer, and other age appropriate sports with their moms/dads
Camp Rim Rock
347-RIM-ROCK www.camprimrock.com 343 Camp Rim Rock Road, Yellow Spring, WV 26865 June 10 – Sept. 1
Camp Sonshine
301-989-2267 www.campsonshine.org 16819 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20905 Spring Break April 2 – 6; Summer one-week programs June 18 – Aug. 17
Camp Westmoreland
301-229-7161 www.Westmorelandchildrenscenter.com 5112 Allan Terrace, Bethesda, MD 20816 Call our main office for more information.
Coach Doug Soccer
301-983-2690 www.CoachDoug.net Montgomery County Recreation Centers (country wide) City: Bethesda, Potomac, Germantown, Damascus Spring April 10 8 sessions; Summer June 18 8 sessions
Coach Doug Camp Challenger Space Jr. 301 983 2690 www.CoachDoug.net Bethesda, Potomac, Rockville Starts June 18 – 8 weekly sessions
Coach Doug Wee Wanna Be Soccer and Tennis
301 983 2690 www.CoachDoug.net Montgomery County Recreation Centers (county wide) Bethesda, Potomac, Germantown and Damascus Spring, April 10 – 8 sessions; Summer, June 18 – 8 weekly sessions
Coach Doug Great Writers Camp
301 983 2690 www.CoachDoug.net Bethesda, Potomac, Rockville Starts June 18 – 8 weekly sessions
Coach Doug Sports Camp
301 983 2690 www.CoachDoug.net Potomac Starts June 18 – 6 weekly sessions
Coach Doug Camp Challenger Space and Rocketry
301 983 2690 www.CoachDoug.net Montgomery County Recreation Centers (country wide) Bethesda, Potomac, Rockville Starts June 18 – 8 weekly sessions
Coach Doug Pre Wee Wanna Be
301 983 2690 www.CoachDoug.net Bethesda, Potomac, Germantown, Damascus Spring, April 10 – 8 sessions; Summer, June 18 – 8 weekly sessions
Coach Doug Sports School
301 983 2690 www.CoachDoug.net Bethesda, Potomac, Germantown, Damascus Spring, April 10 – 8 sessions; Summer, June 18 – 8 weekly sessions
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Type
Coach Doug Academy, Inc.
301-982-2690 www.CoachDoug.net 3 Arch Place, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 June 18 – 8 weekly sessions
Ages
Specialties
Day camp
Coed; Ages 18 months to 13 years
Space science, keyboarding, sports and fitness
Day camp
Coed; Ages 6-12
Visual arts
Day & sleep-away
Coed; Ages: 4-17
Dance
Day camp
Coed; Ages 4-15
Swimming, art, sports, science, performing arts, martial arts, fencing and more
Day camp
Coed; Ages 5-14
Athletics
Day camp
Coed; Age 6-15
Theater
Day & sleep-away
Coed; Ages 7-17
Art, computers, gaming, programming, film-making, more
Sleep-away
Coed; Teen-only; 13-18
Art, computers, gaming, visual arts
Day camp
Coed; Ages 1-18
Performing arts, acting, music, theater, dance, filmmaking
Day camp with trips
Coed; Ages 4years old through 9th grade;
Sports, swimming, theme weeks, art
Day camp
Coed; Ages 3 ½ - 17
Studio arts, academics, enrichment classes, music, trips
Theatre
Coed; Ages 8-16
Day camp
Coed; Ages 3-12
Creative Adventures
301-388-0847 www.artinyou.com 15100 Watergate Road, Silver Spring, MD 20905 July – August
Elite Dance Camp
301-879-3548 www.elitedancestudioandsupply.com 729 Cloverly St., Silver Spring, MD 20905 June & July
ESF Summer Camps at Georgetown Prep
301-493-2525 www.esfcamps.com/GeorgePrep 10900 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD 20852 June 18 – Aug. 17
GC Sports Camp
240-283-3226 www.olgchs.org/camps 17301 Old Vic Blvd, Olney, MD 20832
Glen Echo Children’s Theatre, Washington Waldorf School
204-252-3253 www.glenechochildrenstheater.com 4800 Sangamore Road, Bethesda, MD 20816 June 18 – Aug. 17
iD Tech Camps and iD Teen Academies
1-888-709-TECH (8324) www.internalDrive.com Held at American, Towson, Princeton, and 60+ universities in 27 states; June – Aug.; week-long and 2-week sessions
iD Teen Academies - Gaming, Programming and Visual Arts
1-888-709-TECH (8324) www.iDTeenAcademies.com Held at American, Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and other universities; June – August; 2-week, Teen-only sessions
Imagination Stage
301-280-1688 (direct) 301-961-6060 (Main) www.imaginationstage.org 4908 Auburn Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814
Kids Co Inc.
301-740-9600 www.kidscoonline.com 7620 OJ Rickenbacker Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20879 June 18 – 22; June 25 – 29; July 2 – 6; July 9 – 13; July 16 – 20; July 23 – 27; July 30 – Aug.3; Aug. 6 – 10; Aug. 13 – 17
Landon in Summer
301-320-1044 www.landon.net/summer 6101 Wilson Lane, Bethesda, MD 20817 June 11 weekly to August
Lumina Studio Theatre Summerstock
301-565-2281 www.LuminaStudio.org 620 Pershing Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910 Session Dates: Catharis, My Lovely; June 18 – July 7 Gloves Of Doom; July 2 – 3 Monsters; July 16 – Aug. 4 Folk Tale Theatre; July 16 – 27
MCCA Beverly Farms
301-299-6442 www.mccaedu.org 11614 Seven Locks Road, Potomac, MD 20854 June 19 – Aug. 23
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Type
Ages
Specialties
Montgomery Parks Summer Camps
301-495-2580 www.montgomeryparks.org 9500 Brunett Ave., Silver Springs, MD 20901 June 4 – Aug. 20
Day camp
Coed; Ages 2- Adult
Wide variety of camp activities
Day camp
Coed; Grades K-12
Day camp
Coed; Ages 11-13
Laboratory science
Day camp
Coed; Age:s11-13
Microscopic analysis of organisms from ponds & rivers
Day camp
Coed; Ages 11-13
Fossil collection, identification, display
Day camp
Coed; Ages 11-13
Astronomy (solar telescope), non-explosive rocketry
Day camp
Coed; Ages 7-15
Riding
Day camp
Coed; Grades K-12
Performing arts
Day camp
Coed; Ages 4-Teens
Dance, drama, music, art
Day camp
Ages 2 ½-6
Swimming, field trips, culture, arts & crafts
Day camp
Age 2-Grade 12
Academic, adventure, arts, athletics
Day camp
Co-ed; Ages 4-16
Day camp
Coed; Pre-K-Grade 12
Montgomery College Summer Youth
240-567-1867 www.montgomerycollege.edu/youth 12 S. Summit Ave., Gaithersburg, MD 20877 June – August
Ray Kent’s Potomac Safari
301-340-1763 www.raykentspotomacsafari.org 651 Great Falls Road (Julius West Middle School), Rockville Session I: June25 – July 6; Session II: July 9 – 20; Session III: July 23 – Aug. 3
Ray Kent’s Potomac Safari (Microscopic Analysis & Ecology of Ponds & Rivers) 301-340-1763 www.raykentspotomacsafari.org 651 Great Falls Road (Julius West Middle School), Rockville Session I: June 25 – July 6 (No class Wed, July 4)
Ray Kent’s Potomac Safari (Fossil Study at Calvert Cliffs)
301-340-1763 www.raykentspotomacsafari.org 651 Great Falls Road (Julius West Middle School), Rockville Session II : July 9 – 20
Ray Kent’s Potomac Safari (Solar Studies & Rocketry) 301-340-1763 www.raykentspotomacsafari.org 651 Great Falls Road (Julius West Middle School), Rockville Session III July 23 – Aug. 3
Reddemeade Equestrian Center
301-421-4481 www.reddemeade.com 1701 Ednor Road, Silver Spring, MD 20905 June 18 – July 2; July
Round House Theatre Summer Programs
301-585-1225 www.roundhousetheatre.org 925 Wayne Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20910 June 18 – Aug. 24; 1 and 2 week sessions
SBA Performing Arts Camp
301-260-2626 www.studioofballetarts.com 17810 Meeting House Road, Sandy Spring, MD 20860 Session I : June 25 – July 6; Session II: July 9 – 20; Session III: July 23 – Aug. 3; Session IV: Aug. 6 – 17
Spring Academy Camp
301-962-7262 www.springbma.org 3514 Plyers Mill Road, Kensington, MD Session Dates: June 11 – July 20 – (6) 1 week sessions
St. Andrews Episcopal School Summer Program
301-983-5200 ext. 296 June 18 – Aug. 10
www.saes.org
Stone Ridge Summer Campus
301-657-4322 x380 www.stoneridgesummercampus.org 9101 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20814 June 18 – 29; July 2 – 13; July 16 – 27
SummerEdge@McLean
240-395-0686 www.summeredge.org 8224 Lochinner Lane, Potomac, MD 20854 June 18 – Aug. 10 10 SUMMER PLANNING GUIDE 1 • JANUARY 2012 ADVERTISING
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Ages
Specialties
Summer Camp at Redwood Montessori Academy 301-762-2524 www.redwoodmontessorimd.com 1605 Veirs Mill Road, Rockville, MD 20851 June 4 – Aug. 17
Day camp
Coed; Ages 2 – 9
Science, nature, Montessori lessons
Day camp with trips
Coed; Ages 3-14
Art, general, dance, science, technology, academic, adventure, sports, theater, cooking, computer, music
Day camp
Coed; PreK-12th grade
Day camp, Special needs
Coed Age 3-12th Grade
Adventure/travel
Coed; Ages 8-16
Adventure, travel, overnight trips
Ages 7-16
Technology and sports
Summer at Norwood
301-841-2254 www.summeratnorwood.org 8821 River Road, Bethesda, MD 20817 Session I: June 18 – 29; Session II July 2 – 13; Session 3: July 16 – 27; Session 4: July 30 – Aug. 10; Session 5: Aug. 13 – 17
Summer at Sandy Spring
301-774-7455 ext 167 www.ssfs.org/summer 16923 Norwood Road, Sandy Spring, MD 20860 June 11 – Aug. 10
TLC’s Summer Programs
301-738-9691 www.ttlc.org 9975 Medical Center Drive, Rockville, MD 20850 June 25 – Aug. 10
Teens To Go
301-540-4356 www.TeensToGo.org P.O. Box 220, Germantown, MD 20874 June 18 – 22; June 25 – 29; July 2 – 6; July 9 – 13; July 16 – 20; July 23 – 27; July 30 – Aug. 3; Aug. 6 – 10
TIC Summer Camp
571-765-0329 www.ticcamp.com 4620 Dittmar Road Arlington, VA 22207 Mid June – Mid August
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Ages
Specialties
Trips & Dips by Academy
301-309-1224 www.tripsanddips.com 14327 Stonebridge View Drive, North Potomac, MD 20876 Weekly sessions beginning June 18 – Aug. 17
Day Camp
Coed; Ages 5-12
Adventure, General, Sports, Art, Swimming
Day Camp
Ages 6-15
Horse Riding, Swimming, Climbing Walls, Crafts, Sports
Day Camp
Coed; Ages 4-14
Swimming, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, horseback riding, archery, air rifle, gymnastics, art, drama, nature
Art Day Camp
Coed
Glass, ceramics, mixed media; digital ads, wood, and digital photo
Sleep Away Camp
Ages 10-18
Marine Science, Whale Research
Day Camp
Coed; Ages 5-15
Urbana Riding Club
301-874-2000 urc@urbanaridingclub.com 2700 Roderick Rd Frederick MD 21704 6/18-6/29, 7/2-7/13,7/16-7/27.7/30-8/10
Valley Mill Camp
301-948-0220 www.valleymill.com 15101 Seneca Road, Darnestown, MD 20874 June 18-Aug. 17; 1st June 18-July 27; July 30-Aug. 17, 10th week Aug. 20- 24
VisArts Kids Create! Summer Art Camp
301-315-8200 www.visartscenter.org 155 Gibbs Street, Rockville, MD 20850 Session I June 18-29; Session II July 2-13 (no class 7/4) Session III July 6-27; Session IV July 30-Aug. 10; Session V Aug. 3-7
Whale Camp at Fundy Marine Science Institute
610-399-1463 www.whalecamp.com Grand Manan Island Between Maine and Nova Scotia June-Sept.
Woodland Horse Center 301-421-9156 www.WoodlandHorse.com 16301 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20905 June 11-15 (Earlybird); Horsemanship/Pony Pals start June 18
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t can be difficult to envision warm summer days when the wind is blowing and the snow is falling. However, the winter months are a great time to explore summer camp options. In fact, many camps have strict enrollment timelines that require decisions to be made prior to spring. Attending summer camp has been a tradition in the United States for more than 150 years. Statistics indicate that around 30 million American kids attend summer camp each year. There are many benefits to summer camp. Camp enables children to stay engaged during the summer when there may be limited interaction with school friends. It also gives parents who need it both a viable daycare solution during the summer. Camps provide a variety of activities that can challenge children to try new things that go beyond their comfort zones. Some children are very receptive to the idea of attending summer camp. Others need a little coaxing. But summer camp should never be forced on a child who does not want to go. In such instances, consider local daytime programs that may fill the void instead of programs that require being away from home. Once the decision for summer camp is made, there are some questions to answer. • What are your finances like? Do you have a budget for summer camp? • What size camp do you desire? • Should the camp be co-ed or single sex? • How far do you want your child to travel for summer camp? What are the options in your area? • Are there any camps that have been recommended by friends or family members? • What kinds of activities do your children enjoy? These types of questions will help you narrow your options. Then you can visit and interview camps to find one that is the best fit for your child. When visit-
ing camps, go armed with a checklist of questions. Some of these can include: • What is the philosophy of the camp? • Can you explain a typical day? • What types of activities and facilities are offered? • What is the camper-to-counselor ratio? • What is the camp’s drug/alcohol policy? • Does the camp have insurance and security personnel? • What percentage of staff return each year? How are staff selected and trained? • What kind of health care is provided?
• Can you tell me about the policy on phone calls and family visits? • What do you do in the event of emergencies? There are many different camps available. Some offer a little bit of everything” Others cater to academics, sports, specific hobbies, or even religious preferences. Don’t wait too long to research and sign up for camps, because many fill up quite early or have an extensive waiting list. That is why choosing a camp should be part of a winter to-do list. - METROCREATIVECONNECTION
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GREATT SUMMER CAMPS GREA
Programs Children will remember for a lifetime June 18 - August 24
Rocketry, Space, Astronomy, Computers, Sports, Keyboarding, Arts & Crafts Challenger, Jr
Challenger Space & Rocketry
Computers, Space Travel, Sports (half day) Ages 3-5
Computers, Living in Space: Rocketry & Sports Ages 5-12
Club Holiday Endless Summer
Sports, Games, Arts & Crafts and more. Extended Care Available, Ages 3-12 Aug. 6-24
coachdoug@coachdoug.net 1819305
Computer, Keyboarding Skills, Sports Grades 3-6
Coach Doug Sports Camp Coach Doug Space Adventure at Bullis School at Cabin John MS Sports, Fitness, Fun
Ages 3 – 12
www.CTIKids.com
Operated by Coach Doug (301) 983-2690
WoodlandHorse.com 301.421.9156 near Rte. 198 & New Hampshire Avenue
Woodland’s Summer Camps are loaded with tons of great horseback riding activities. Expert instruction in a safe and fun-filled environment. 35 years experience! Certified by the State of Maryland
Space Travel, Astronomy, Sports and Arts and Crafts Ages 3 - 5
www.CoachDoug.net
WoodlandHorse.com 301.421.9156
2012 SCHEDULE Early Bird Special: 1-week camp, June 11-15. Limited enrollment for this Special Session, ages 8-15
near Rte. 198 & New Hampshire Avenue
Pony Pals Camp: Weekly sessions starts June 18. Ages 5-7. Fun with horses, arts ‘n crafts, group activities. $380 per session.
Woodland’s Summer Camps are loaded with tons of great horseback riding activities. Expert instruction in a safe and fun-filled environment. 35 years experience! Certified by the State of Maryland
Horsemanship Camp: Two-week sessions start June 18. Ages 8-15. Horses, horse all day! For beginners thru advanced riders. $760/session.
Hav Havee a horse-crazy kid? This is the place to be!
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Great Writers
Kids, Keys N’ Sports
Try our FREE Introductory Lesson...Sundays at 1 www.WoodlandHorse.com
2012 SCHEDULE Early Bird Special: 1-week camp, June 11-15. Limited enrollment for this Special Session, ages 8-15 Pony Pals Camp: Weekly sessions starts June 18. Ages 5-7. Fun with horses, arts ‘n crafts, group activities. $380 per session. Horsemanship Camp: Two-week sessions start June 18. Ages 8-15. Horses, horse all day! For beginners thru advanced riders. $760/session.
Havee a horse-crazy kid? Hav This is the place to be! Try our FREE Introductory Lesson...Sundays at 1 www.WoodlandHorse.com
10 Exciting Theme Weeks June 18- August 23
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www.valleymill.com • 301-948-0220
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RAY KENT’S POTOMAC SAFARI & FOSSIL STUDY
2012 SCIENCE EXPLORATIONS
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FOR: HONOR STUDENTS OF MIDDLE SCHOOL AGE ONLY Three 14-Day Lab Science Adventures 1 - Microscopic Analysis & Ecology of Ponds and Rivers; 2 - Fossil Study of Calvert Cliffs, (Chesapeake Bay); 3 - NASA Solar Studies and Non-Explosive Rocketry; *Specimen Collecting Field Safari each Wednesday!
14 Student MAXIMUM Safari Lab Class Size
raykentspotomacsafari.org * Not affiliated with or supported by Montgomery County Public Schools
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Camp Olympia
Horseback Riding
Celebrating our 54th year
Swimming
Two Week Minimum • Ages 3 1/2 to 15 Mini Camp June 13, 14, 15
Gymnastics
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SUMMER DAY CAMP Door to Door Transportation
June 18th-August 24th
Basketball
Mountain Biking
OPEN HOUSE Feb. 4th, 25th, March 3rd at 3:30 SPRING BREAK CAMP April 2nd - 6th & April 9th - 13th 5511 Muncaster Mill Rd., Rockville
301-926-9281 www.camp-olympia.com
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Soccer Tennis Extended Day
June 18 – August 10, 2012 1 week theme-based sessions
A fun, relaxing environment offering swimming, field trips, arts, crafts, cooking, and science exploration all with our highly qualified staff.
Convenient Bethesda location
Camp day program with extended day option for children entering first through sixth grades.
9 week summer program
For brochure call:
301-229-7161 or e-mail at:
Discovery Travel Camp for 8-12 years old 6/18 - 7/13
wccmain@aol.com Visit us at:
www.westmorelandchildrenscenter.com
Explore the metro DC area each day
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Camp Hidden Meadows 1, 2, 3 & 4 Week Co-ed Camp • Ages 7-16
Summer Camp and Weekend Workshops!
at Washington Waldorf School in Bethesda
Ed Tamulevich, Director
Horseback riding, white-water rafting, sailing, sports, mountain boarding, canoeing, backpacking, swimming, arts & crafts, organic farm, mountain biking, rock climbing, climbing tower, 1,000 Ft. zip line & more!
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Each 2 week summer session ends with a musical performance for family and friends! Ages 6-15
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GlenEchoChildrensTheater.com to register
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Elite Dance Dance Studio Studio Elite Summer Camps Camps Summer • Sleep Away Camp At Frostburg State University for Ages 8 - 18 • Day Camps at Elite Dance Studio for ages 4 - 10 Also offering Summer Evening and Weekend Classes for Ages 2 - Adult
Summerstock Theatre Catharsis, My Lovely June 18-July 7
Folk Tale Theatre July 16-July 27
Monsters July 16-August 4
Gloves of Doom July 2-July 13
729 Cloverly Street, Silver Spring • www.elitedancestudioandsupply.com
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301.879.elite (3548)
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Summer Programs that Fit Age 2-Grade 12
CREATIVE ADVENTURES, Ink. Summer Art Camp Ages 6 to 12 BE CREATIVE! HAVE FUN! For Kids Who Love Art!
1 Week • 2 Week Session July 9th - August 3rd
Academic: For Credit & Enrichment Adventure: Community Service • CIT Arts: Culinary • Performing • Visual Athletics: Synthetic Turf Fields
301-388-0847
www.artinyou.com
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Silver Spring, Kensington, Olney
www.saes.org 301-983-5200 ext 296
Redwood Montessori Academy Rockville, MD Where young minds grow!
Summer Sessions: June 4 - Aug. 17, 2012
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