2024 CATALOG
SUMMER
SUMMER
Bosque Summer offers a variety of full and half-day options so your campers can build their own adventure! Our full-day camps are specially designed for students entering grades 1–8. Camps are built on the pillars of creativity, discovery, performance, and movement, with students taking one class from each section daily. Additionally, adventure camps offer a full-day program for campers entering kindergarten in the fall. The programs all culminate in a Friday showcase on the Bosque School campus for parents and families.
Would your camper rather focus on their passion? Then Bosque Summer’s half-day flex camp options are for you. These half-day weeklong programs allow students to gain a deeper understanding of the topics they are most interested in or even brush up on academic or athletic skills.
LOGISTICS
REGISTRATION
To register for Bosque Summer, please visit this link. You will need to create an account if you are new to UltraCamp. Registration opens February 1, 2024, and will remain open until the Friday before the camp begins or is full.
REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY
If you cancel your registration at least two weeks before the class begins, we will refund tuition, less a $50 cancellation fee per class. If you cancel your registration less than two weeks before the class starts, no refund will be given.
Cancellation by Bosque School: We reserve the right to cancel a class based on safety protocols or if enrollment is insufficient. Any tuition paid will be refunded in full, or a student may select an alternate program to attend.
LUNCH
All campers may bring lunch from home or order lunch. This year, we are partnering with area restaurants to fulfill lunch orders. You will receive detailed instructions about placing lunch orders prior to your child’s first day of camp.
Please note: If your camper signs up for a full day of flex camps (a morning and afternoon half-day camp), there will be a supervised lunch between the classes.
CONTENTS Kindergarten Blast Off 6 Rising 1st Grade 8 Rising 2nd & 3rd Grade 22 Rising 4th & 5th Grade 40 Rising 6th – 8th Grade 58 Bobcat Athletics 76 Wildlife Adventures 78 Bosque Learning Center 80
DAILY SCHEDULE
7:30–8:30 am: Before-Camp Care
8:20–8:30 am: Camper Drop-Off
8:30–8:35 am: Morning Meeting
8:40–9:55 am: 1st Block & Morning Flex Camps
10:00–10:25 am: Recess & Snack
10:30–11:45 am: 2nd Block & Morning Flex Camps
11:45–12:20 pm: Lunch
12:25–1:40 pm: 3rd Block & Afternoon Flex Camps
1:45–2:10 pm: Recess & Snack
2:15–3:30 pm: 4th Block & Afternoon Flex Camps
3:30–3:40 pm: Dismissal & Camper Pickup
3:40–6:00 pm: After-Camp Care
SAMPLE OF A TYPICAL DAY
7:30–8:30 am: Campers arriving before 8:20 am attend before-camp care.
8:20–8:30 am: Campers arrive at camper drop-off.
8:30–8:35 am: All campers attend Morning Meeting.
8:40–9:55 am: 1st block: Kickin’ It (movement)
10:00–10:25 am: recess: sprout tag and strawberries
10:30–11:45 am: 2nd block: Dance Studio (performance)
11:45–12:20 pm: Lunch
12:25–1:40 pm: 3rd block: The Clay Class (creativity)
1:45–2:10 pm: recess: board games & Goldfish crackers
2:15–3:30 pm: 4th block: Cooking 101 (discovery)
3:30–3:40 pm: Campers are dismissed to parent pickup.
3:40–6:00 pm: Some campers will attend after-camp care to be picked-up by 6:00 pm.
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KINDERGARTEN BLAST OFF
OUR CAMPS FOR RISING KINDERGARTENERS ARE UNIQUE FULL-DAY, WEEK-LONG PROGRAMS.
Is your camper about to blast off to kindergarten? This fun camp provides all the developmentally appropriate academics to ensure your child will be ready to confidently transition to kindergarten. While the weekly structure will remain similar, themes will change weekly to maximize your camper’s summer experience.
Each day will contain thematic stories, activities, and games designed to check in on various areas, such as basic supply usage and social skills. Your child will explore activities in arts and crafts, science, music, storytelling, and more. This engaging course helps students build upon the fundamental skills necessary for a fun and successful kindergarten experience.
WEEK 1 — JUNE 3–7: BUTTERFLIES, BUGS & BEYOND
Let’s get our hands dirty as we jump into this kindergarten adventure. This week we will learn about all sorts of amazing insects including the journey a butterfly goes on before it can ever fly. Campers will learn how to keep a nature journal as they observe the world around them.
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WEEK 2 — JUNE 10–14: UNDER THE SEA
Dive deep below the surface and explore life under the sea. Learn about the diverse and fascinating creatures that inhabit our waters and discuss how we can keep the waters and the animals safe and healthy. We will even learn about a time period when the entire state of New Mexico was underwater!
WEEK 3 — JUNE 17–21: AROUND THE WORLD
Let’s explore the geography and history of our awesome planet, but first, we will need to make a passport. Once we are ready to travel we will explore different famous cities and countries around the world. On our visits, we will learn about their culture, history and everything that is unique about that part of the world.
WEEK 4 — JUNE 24–28: ANIMALS & HABITATS
Just where does a bear sleep at night? Do beavers live on land or in the water? What does a porcupine eat? Find out the answer to all these questions and more as we learn about the animals in our world and how we live alongside them. During this week, campers will pi ck an animal to learn more about and even make a diorama!
WEEK 5 — JULY 1–5: LOST IN SPACE
Are you made of star stuff? How many planets are there in the galaxy? What are the stories behind the constellations? What is a black hole? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions or wondered about the nature of the universe in general, this class is for you. Come learn about our night sky!
WEEK 6 — JULY 8–12: LAND OF ENCHANTMENT
This week we will find out what makes New Mexico so enchanting. Campers will journey through the past and the present in the state we all call home. We will learn about indigenous culture and crafts that make the history of our state so rich.
WEEK 7 — JULY 15–19: DINOSAURS & VOLCANOES
Travel back in time to when the dinosaurs roamed the earth. We will explore dinosaurs that lived during the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous Periods. Campers will also learn about volcanoes and make one and watch it erupt.
WEEK 8 — JULY 22–26: ON THE FARM
Grab your boots and join us as we turn Bosque Summer into a farm. We will learn about the animals that live here and how they help us take care of the farm. Also during this week, campers will get to put their green thumbs to the test and learn why worms are so impo rtant.
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RISING 1ST GRADE
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
Rising 1st-grade campers will be able to choose four classes from four different categories: creativity, discovery, movement, and performance.
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CREATIVITY
THE CLAY CAMP
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Get crafty with clay! During this week, you will create clay pieces while experimenting with different techniques and styles. We will work with various clays, such as air-dry clay, Model Magic, and other playdoughs! Students will also create a piece to fire in the kiln during this week long process.
ART IN 3D
Offered: Week 3 & Week 6
Some of the best art doesn’t fit in a frame! In this project-based camp, you will learn all the skills necessary to sculpt, build, and create your own 3D art. You will work with a variety of mediums, such as clay, papiermâché, and craft sticks to make creations straight out of your own wild imagination.
RECYCLED CRAFT STUDIO
Offered: Week 3 & Week 5
Inspiration is everywhere — in your cupboards, in your yard, and even in your recycling bin! This camp will teach you how to transform trash into treasure as you create projects out of entirely recycled materials. From toys to cars to fashion, your imagination is the only limit.
PAINTERS STUDIO
Offered: Week 1 & Week 7
Your very own masterpiece is just a few brushstrokes away! This art camp is an exciting introduction to the fundamentals of painting with watercolors and tempera paint. You’ll learn how to use just your brush and paints to express yourself through color, shape, and texture. What will you create?
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PROJECT OF THE DAY
Offered: Week 2 & Week 6
From pencils to chalk to paint and anything else you’ve wanted to try, this class will give you the tools to explore and create anything you can imagine. Refine your motor skills while working with your hands and a variety of mediums.
HANDS-ON ART
Offered: Week 2 & Week 5
Fabrics can be used for so many amazing crafts, and in this class, we will learn the basics. So, let’s jump in and get our hands dirty — from finger weaving to simple crochet, fabric collages, and even sock creatures. This fabric-focused art camp will have it all!
BEAD WITH ME
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Whether you already love crafting with beads and string or are brand new to the hobby, this camp is for you. We will have a wide variety of beads, strings, yarn, and more to help you create our daily projects or create something new and original on your own!
This corner chill. Join craft activities, string, and embroidery
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CHILL CRAFTS WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
corner of the crafting world is so Join us for a week filled with daily activities, including beads, gems, and more. We will even learn basic embroidery skills!
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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CREATIVITY
IN THE KITCHEN
Offered: Week 3 & Week 7
Join us in the kitchen and discover the joy of cooking! You’ll learn what makes your favorite foods so delicious as we explore different ingredients and learn techniques for preparing, baking, and presenting various dishes. This camp helps with the fundamentals of cooking, and at the end of the week, you’ll have the confidence and skills to create your own delectable meals at home.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
Offered: Week 5 & Week 8
American Sign Language, or ASL, is a visual and gesture-based language used by an estimated 500,000 people. In this introductory class, we will introduce you to the basics, including the alphabet and counting. By the end of the week, you will be able to sign your name and more!
GARDENING
Offered: Week 1 & Week 4
What grows well in New Mexico? Can I plant my apple seeds to grow a tree? Find out the answers to these questions and more as we explore the vegetation that grows around our city. In this camp, we will also get our hands dirty as we plant seeds that campers will be able to take home. We will also learn about composting and why worms are so important.
SCIENCE RULES!
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
From experiments to exploration, this class will show you just why science rules! During this week, we will conduct awesome experiments and discuss the science involved. Learn about earth science and even explore the bosque with a researcher’s eye and discover why porcupines and so many others make their homes in this amazing ecosystem.
DISCOVERY
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POTIONS & PROJECTS
Offered: Week 6
In this camp, we investigate the amazing mysteries of physical and chemical reactions! We’ll brew potions from common household ingredients and play detective to predict and create. Not only that, but we will also spend some time during the week building bridges, buildings, and more.
MYTHS, FAIRYTALES, & FOLKLORE
Offered: Week 2 & Week 7
The greatest stories never fade away, and in this camp, we will look at some of the greatest stories ever told. We will look at myths and folklore throughout history and how they formed the stories we all know today. During the week, we will also explore some famous fairytales.
FROM PAPER TO DIGITAL ART
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
In this art camp, we will learn to create art in a variety of styles, both on paper and on the computer. We will practice creating original pieces on drawing tablets. Campers will get to decide whether they like to create physical or digital art more!
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RULES!
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RELAXING WITH NATURE
Offered: Week 2
Let’s settle your mind and body in the bosque. In this camp, we will spend time outside learning how your body and breath work together and how they can help you relax. We will practice simple meditation and exercise, and we will even learn how art can be used as a calming tool.
PALEONTOLOGY & PREHISTORIC LIFE
Offered: Week 5
Just what is paleontology, and why is it important in our world today? In this weeklong camp, you will have the opportunity practice being dinosaur paleontologists! Through simulating dinosaur dig, developing their own dinosaur museum, and, course, learning lots and lots of cool dinosaur facts, campers will get a sneak peek into the lives of those who study the many creatures who have come before us.
OUR SOLAR SYSTEM
Offered: Week 3
Planets, asteroids, stars, black holes — what really are they, and how did they get here?
Starting with our own solar system, campers will learn all about space, including its size, its elements, and what humans are doing to explore its infinite expanses.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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MOVEMENT
Offered: Week 7
Join our USA Archery certified instructors and explore the dynamic world of archery! During this introductory course, we’ll work on building strength and improving aim. You’ll learn bow safety as well as basic technique with a bow and arrow. By the end of the week, you’ll have all the skills you need to hit the bullseye!
ARCHERY ARNIS TAGS & FLAGS KICK IT!
Offered: Week 3 & Week 6
Grab your sneakers, and let’s build your talents with your feet! In this camp, you will learn how to play soccer and kickball in a fun, easy-going environment. We’ll focus on learning the rules of the games, building key skills, and working as a team. We will even look at some games you may have never heard of, like Matball.
Offered: Week 5
Let’s hit the field for a week of exciting games! Each day, campers will learn and play different forms of tag, from sprout tag to sharks and minnows and many more. We will also play large games of capture the flag and see how tags and flags come together in some fun games.
Offered: Week 2 & Week 5
Are you ready to learn how to combine power, grace, and discipline? Originating in the Philippines, Arnis is a martial art with a flowing style that delights people from all over the world. You’ll learn basic techniques using one stick, two sticks, and an open hand. This class is designed for beginners and returning students to train together.
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Offered: Week 2 & Week 4
Learn the basic fundamentals of rock climbing! In this camp, you’ll develop core strength and balance that will help you with your climbing skills, and you will even get the opportunity to test out your skills on our school rock wall during this action-packed week. All levels are welcome, and we will challenge everyone to learn new techniques in accordance with their abilities.
MARTIAL ARTS
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
Martial arts can strengthen the mind and body while increasing physical and mental agility and composure. This camp will focus on basic hand-to-hand combat skills. Throughout the week, we will work on activities that will build your reflexes and coordination.
Offered: Week 3 & Week 8
What exactly is a bocce ball? Why does the Queen of Hearts like croquet so much? Is badminton just a funny kind of tennis? In this class, you’ll learn how to play these classic lawn games, plus so much more, and discover why they have been so popular for centuries.
YOGA ROCK CLIMBING BACKYARD GAMES
Offered: Week 1 & Week 8
Your body and your breath — bring them together in the ancient practice of yoga. Build your strength and flexibility as you learn how to practice the asanas in our lively and challenging classes. Play games with the poses you’ll learn during the week. This camp is for yogis of all levels. Please bring a mat if you have one.
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COOPERATIVE GAMES
Offered: Week 4 & Week 7
Team up and jump into this weeklong adventure in the gym. Campers will learn a variety of physical education games that are focused on teamwork, problem-solving, and, most importantly, fun!
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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PERFORMANCE
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!
Offered: Week 1 & Week 4
This weeklong camp all starts with an idea. Campers will be able to decide if they want to make a short film or music video. From there, they will learn about and create a storyboard, scout locations, and finally grab a camera and say, “Action!” To wrap up the week, campers will learn basic editing and put it all together to share at our showcase.
JAM SESSION
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Your voice is an amazing instrument! Do you know that string instruments are the closest instruments to your own singing voice? This class will provide you with the knowledge to train your voice and to accompany yourself by playing some chords on the guitar. At the end of the week, you will have the opportunity to show off your new skills during a live performance.
FEEL THE GROOVE CAPOEIRA
Offered: Week 5
Capoeira is an expressive and multi-faceted Afro-Brazilian martial art. Along with traditional elements such as kicks, attacks, and defenses, Capoeira also includes dance, a sense of playfulness, and live music played on traditional instruments. You will get a good workout while improving balance and awareness. Sessions will cover basic movements and introduce students to the traditional instruments, songs, and history of this fascinating martial art.
Offered: Week 2 & Week 3
Explore the magic of drumming and singing songs from Africa! We may throw in a few of our own ideas, too! These fun, catchy melodies and beats will stay in your heart and soul. We will provide the drums, or you can bring your own.
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MYSTERY THEATER
Offered: Week 2 & Week 7
Long shadows and dark hallways…who knows what mysteries are lurking in the corners of our campus? Throughout the week, we will play spooky drama games and practice writing scary stories. We will even create an original black-and-white silent film to premiere at the end of the week.
STEP ONTO THE STAGE
Offered: Week 1 & Week 3
Bring your favorite stories to life on the stage! As we combine scriptwriting and stage work, we’ll adapt favorite fables, fairy tales, and picture books for performance. We’ll also learn basic improv games and play them all week long.
WORLD BEATS
Offered: Week 6
Get your sticks ready, or maybe you prefer hand drums, boomwhackers, bells, or even a bucket! From modern percussion arrangements to traditional pieces, it’s all about banging out beats and exploring rhythms from around the globe.
MUSICAL THEATER
Offered: Week 5 & Week 7
Join in the fun as we spin fairy tales and fables through songs and dances. All levels are welcome — whether you have never stepped on a stage or if you have already dared to sing a solo in front of a packed audience, this is your chance to shine!
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PERFORMANCE
DANCE STUDIO
Offered: Week 6 & Week 8
Be a part of the wonderful world of dance! Each day, you will learn simple choreography and the fundamentals of dance expression as you build skills in rhythm and stage presence. At the end of the week, we will perform a fun and innovative routine.
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RISING 2ND & 3RD GRADE
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
Rising second and third-grade campers can choose full-day adventure camps or half-day flex camps. If campers choose the full-day camp, they will be able to pick four classes in four different options: creativity, discovery, movement, and performance. If campers choose the half-day flex camps, they can pick from a variety of specialized camps offered in the morning or the afternoon.
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CREATIVITY
THE CLAY CAMP
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Get crafty with clay! During this week, you will create clay pieces while experimenting with different techniques and styles. We will work with various clays, such as air-dry clay, Model Magic, and other playdoughs! Students will also create a piece to fire in the kiln during this weeklong process.
ART IN 3D
Offered: Week 3 & Week 6
Some of the best art doesn’t fit in a frame! In this project-based camp, you will learn all the skills necessary to sculpt, build, and create your own 3D art. You will work with a variety of mediums, such as clay, papiermâché, and craft sticks to make creations straight out of your own wild imagination.
RECYCLED CRAFT STUDIO
Offered: Week 3 & Week 5
Inspiration is everywhere — in your cupboards, in your yard, and even in your recycling bin! This camp will teach you how to transform trash into treasure as you create projects out of entirely recycled materials. From toys to cars to fashion, your imagination is the only limit.
PAINTERS STUDIO
Offered: Week 1 & Week 7
Your very own masterpiece is just a few brushstrokes away! This art camp is an exciting introduction to the fundamentals of painting with watercolors and tempera paint. You’ll learn how to use just your brush and paints to express yourself through color, shape, and texture. What will you create?
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PROJECT OF THE DAY
Offered: Week 2 & Week 6
From pencils to chalk to paint and anything else you’ve wanted to try, this class will give you the tools to explore and create anything you can imagine. Refine your motor skills while working with your hands and a variety of mediums.
HANDS-ON ART
Offered: Week 2 & Week 5
Fabrics can be used for so many amazing crafts, and in this class, we will learn the basics. So, let’s jump in and get our hands dirty — from finger weaving to simple crochet, fabric collages, and even sock creatures. This fabric-focused art camp will have it all!
BEAD WITH ME
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Whether you already love crafting with beads and string or are brand new to the hobby, this camp is for you. We will have a wide variety of beads, strings, yarn, and more to help you create our daily projects or create something new and original on your own!
This corner chill. Join craft activities, string, and embroidery
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CHILL CRAFTS WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
corner of the crafting world is so Join us for a week filled with daily activities, including beads, gems, and more. We will even learn basic embroidery skills!
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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CREATIVITY
IN THE KITCHEN
Offered: Week 3 & Week 7
Join us in the kitchen and discover the joy of cooking! You’ll learn what makes your favorite foods so delicious as we explore different ingredients and learn techniques for preparing, baking, and presenting various dishes. This camp helps with the fundamentals of cooking, and at the end of the week, you’ll have the confidence and skills to create your own delectable meals at home.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
Offered: Week 5 & Week 8
American Sign Language, or ASL, is a visual and gesture-based language used by an estimated 500,000 people. In this introductory class, we will introduce you to the basics, including the alphabet and counting. By the end of the week, you will be able to sign your name and more!
GARDENING
Offered: Week 1 & Week 4
What grows well in New Mexico? Can I plant my apple seeds to grow a tree? Find out the answers to these questions and more as we explore the vegetation that grows around our city. In this camp, we will also get our hands dirty as we plant seeds that campers will be able to take home. We will also learn about composting and why worms are so important.
SCIENCE RULES!
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
From experiments to exploration, this class will show you just why science rules! During this week, we will conduct awesome experiments and discuss the science involved. Learn about earth science and even explore the bosque with a researcher’s eye and discover why porcupines and so many others make their homes in this amazing ecosystem.
DISCOVERY
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POTIONS & PROJECTS
Offered: Week 6
In this camp, we investigate the amazing mysteries of physical and chemical reactions! We’ll brew potions from common household ingredients and play detective to predict and create. Not only that, but we will also spend some time during the week building bridges, buildings, and more.
MYTHS, FAIRYTALES, & FOLKLORE
Offered: Week 2 & Week 7
The greatest stories never fade away, and in this camp, we will look at some of the greatest stories ever told. We will look at myths and folklore throughout history and how they formed the stories we all know today. During the week, we will also explore some famous fairytales.
FROM PAPER TO DIGITAL ART
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
In this art camp, we will learn to create art in a variety of styles, both on paper and on the computer. We will practice creating original pieces on drawing tablets. Campers will get to decide whether they like to create physical or digital art more!
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involved. ecosystem.
RULES!
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RELAXING WITH NATURE
Offered: Week 2
Let’s settle your mind and body in the bosque. In this camp, we will spend time outside learning about how your body and breath work together and how they can help you relax. We will practice simple meditation and exercise, and we will even learn how art can be used as a calming tool.
PALEONTOLOGY & PREHISTORIC LIFE
Offered: Week 5
Just what is paleontology, and why is it important in our world today? In this weeklong camp, you will have the opportunity practice being dinosaur paleontologists! Through simulating dinosaur dig, developing their own dinosaur museum, and, course, learning lots and lots of cool dinosaur facts, campers will get a sneak peek into the lives of those who study the many creatures who have come before us.
OUR SOLAR SYSTEM
Offered: Week 3
Planets, asteroids, stars, black holes — what really are they, and how did they get here?
Starting with our own solar system, campers will learn all about space, including its size, its elements, and what humans are doing to explore its infinite expanses.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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world opportunity to simulating a of campers many LIFE 8–12 15–19 22–26 DISCOVERY 29
MOVEMENT
Offered: Week 7
Join our USA Archery certified instructors and explore the dynamic world of archery! During this introductory course, we’ll work on building strength and improving aim. You’ll learn bow safety as well as basic technique with a bow and arrow. By the end of the week, you’ll have all the skills you need to hit the bullseye!
ARCHERY ARNIS TAGS & FLAGS KICK IT!
Offered: Week 3 & Week 6
Grab your sneakers, and let’s build your talents with your feet! In this camp, you will learn how to play soccer and kickball in a fun, easy-going environment. We’ll focus on learning the rules of the games, building key skills, and working as a team. We will even look at some games you may have never heard of, like Matball.
Offered: Week 5
Let’s hit the field for a week of exciting games! Each day, campers will learn and play different forms of tag, from sprout tag to sharks and minnows and many more. We will also play large games of capture the flag and see how tags and flags come together in some fun games.
Offered: Week 2 & Week 5
Are you ready to learn how to combine power, grace, and discipline? Originating in the Philippines, Arnis is a martial art with a flowing style that delights people from all over the world. You’ll learn basic techniques using one stick, two sticks, and an open hand. This class is designed for beginners and returning students to train together.
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ROCK CLIMBING BACKYARD GAMES
Offered: Week 2 & Week 4
Learn the basic fundamentals of rock climbing! In this camp, you’ll develop core strength and balance that will help you with your climbing skills, and you will even get the opportunity to test out your skills on our school rock wall during this action-packed week. All levels are welcome, and we will challenge everyone to learn new techniques in accordance with their abilities.
Offered: Week 3 & Week 8
What exactly is a bocce ball? Why does the Queen of Hearts like croquet so much? Is badminton just a funny kind of tennis? In this class, you’ll learn how to play these classic lawn games, plus so much more, and discover why they have been so popular for centuries.
MARTIAL ARTS
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
Martial arts can strengthen the mind and body while increasing physical and mental agility and composure. This camp will focus on basic hand-to-hand combat skills. Throughout the week, we will work on activities that will build your reflexes and coordination.
YOGA
Offered: Week 1 & Week 8
Your body and your breath — bring them together in the ancient practice of yoga. Build your strength and flexibility as you learn how to practice the asanas in our lively and challenging classes. Play games with the poses you’ll learn during the week. This camp is for yogis of all levels. Please bring a mat if you have one.
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COOPERATIVE GAMES
Offered: Week 4 & Week 7
Team up and jump into this weeklong adventure in the gym. Campers will learn a variety of physical education games that are focused on teamwork, problem-solving, and, most importantly, fun!
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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PERFORMANCE
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!
Offered: Week 1 & Week 4
This weeklong camp all starts with an idea. Campers will be able to decide if they want to make a short film or music video. From there, they will learn about and create a storyboard, scout locations, and finally grab a camera and say, “Action!” To wrap up the week, campers will learn basic editing and put it all together to share at our showcase.
JAM SESSION
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Your voice is an amazing instrument! Do you know that string instruments are the closest instruments to your own singing voice? This class will provide you with the knowledge to train your voice and to accompany yourself by playing some chords on the guitar. At the end of the week, you will have the opportunity to show off your new skills during a live performance.
FEEL THE GROOVE CAPOEIRA
Offered: Week 5
Capoeira is an expressive and multi-faceted Afro-Brazilian martial art. Along with traditional elements such as kicks, attacks, and defenses, Capoeira also includes dance, a sense of playfulness, and live music played on traditional instruments. You will get a good workout while improving balance and awareness. Sessions will cover basic movements and introduce students to the traditional instruments, songs, and history of this fascinating martial art.
Offered: Week 2 & Week 3
Explore the magic of drumming and singing songs from Africa! We may throw in a few of our own ideas, too! These fun, catchy melodies and beats will stay in your heart and soul. We will provide the drums, or you can bring your own.
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MYSTERY THEATER
Offered: Week 2 & Week 7
Long shadows and dark hallways…who knows what mysteries are lurking in the corners of our campus? Throughout the week, we will play spooky drama games and practice writing scary stories. We will even create an original black-and-white silent film to premiere at the end of the week.
STEP ONTO THE STAGE
Offered: Week 1 & Week 3
Bring your favorite stories to life on the stage! As we combine scriptwriting and stage work, we’ll adapt favorite fables, fairy tales, and picture books for performance. We’ll also learn basic improv games and play them all week long.
WORLD BEATS
Offered: Week 6
Get your sticks ready, or maybe you prefer hand drums, boomwhackers, bells, or even a bucket! From modern percussion arrangements to traditional pieces, it’s all about banging out beats and exploring rhythms from around the globe.
MUSICAL THEATER
Offered: Week 5 & Week 7
Join in the fun as we spin fairy tales and fables through songs and dances. All levels are welcome — whether you have never stepped on a stage or if you have already dared to sing a solo in front of a packed audience, this is your chance to shine!
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PERFORMANCE
DANCE STUDIO
Offered: Week 6 & Week 8
Be a part of the wonderful world of dance! Each day, you will learn simple choreography and the fundamentals of dance expression as you build skills in rhythm and stage presence. At the end of the week, we will perform a fun and innovative routine.
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OUTTA THIS WORLD
Offered: Week 8
Are you made of star stuff? How many planets are there in the galaxy? What are the stories behind the constellations? What is a black hole? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions or wondered about the nature of the universe in general, this class is for you. Come learn about our night sky!
BOSQUE SUMMER SORCERY
Offered: Week 6
Grab your broom and join us for a week of potions, charms, and more. Experience life as a wizard at Bosque School’s own branch of Hogwarts. If you are more than a muggle, this camp is for you!
WORLD TRAVELERS
Offered: Week 6
Let’s explore the geography and history of our awesome planet, but first, we will need to make a passport. Once we are ready to travel, we will explore different famous cities and countries around the world. On our visits, we will learn about their culture, history, and everything that is unique about that part of the world.
KITCHEN CLUB
Offered: Week 2 & Week 4
Grab your apron and a spatula and meet us in the kitchen! In this introductory cooking class, we will practice the basics of making a meal and learn how to master the use of basic cooking utensils. We’ll make a different recipe every day. At the end of the week, you will even have a mini cookbook of your recipes to take home.
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UNDER THE SEA
Offered: Week 3 & Week 6
Dive deep below the surface and explore life under the sea. Learn about the diverse and fascinating creatures that inhabit our waters and discuss how we can keep the waters and the animals safe and healthy. We will even learn about a time period when the entire state of New Mexico was underwater!
DINOSAURS & VOLCANOES
Offered: Week 1 & Week 8
Travel back in time to when the dinosaurs roamed the earth. We will explore dinosaurs that lived during the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous Periods. Campers will also learn about volcanoes, make one, and watch it erupt.
LET’S BUILD IT
Offered: Week 5
Inspiration is everywhere — in your cupboards, in your yard, and even in your recycling bin! What is the largest structure you can build with just toothpicks and marshmallows? How about a bridge or even a house? You may even want to create your own “machine” or art installation out of entirely recycled materials.
INTRO TO GYMNASTICS
Offered: Week 1 & Week 7
Jump on the mat and learn the basics with us. In this camp, you will learn cartwheels, handstands, backbends, turns, leaps, and jumps. Using these skills, we make a floor routine. Campers will get to show off their skills at the Friday showcase.
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COZY CRAFTING
Offered: Week 2 & Week 7
It may be 100 degrees outside, but it is cozy in this camp. Learn daily crafts or work on your own project. During the week, you will learn about a variety of crafts, from bracelets to beading or building — create anything you can imagine in this cozy maker space!
MUSIC STUDIO
Offered: Week 5
Learning music has never been so fun. Move, sing, play instruments, listen, and create in this class. Personalized, developmentally appropriate lessons will be created for each camper. With various instruments and songs during the week, which will be your favorite?
PROJECTS ALL DAY
Offered: Week 3
Can’t get enough arts and crafts? This camp is for you! Each day will feature new projects and time to work on your own creations. This camp will give you the tools to explore and create anything you can imagine. Refine your motor skills while working with your hands and various mediums.
BOOKING MAKING
Offered: Week 4
Campers will create their own books from cover to cover — literally! Campers will not only write and illustrate the content of their books, but they will also design and bind their very own hardcover editions. The possibilities are limitless, with options in genres such as fantasy, historical fiction, memoir, and poetry!
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WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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RISING 4TH & 5TH GRADE
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
Rising fourth and fifth-grade campers can choose full-day adventure camps or half-day flex camps. If campers choose the full-day camp, they will be able to pick four classes in four different options: creativity, discovery, movement, and performance. If campers choose the half-day flex camps, they can pick from a variety of specialized camps offered in the morning or the afternoon.
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CREATIVITY
THE CLAY CAMP
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Get crafty with clay! During this week, you will create clay pieces while experimenting with different techniques and styles. We will work with various clays, such as air-dry clay, Model Magic, and other playdoughs! Students will also create a piece to fire in the kiln during this weeklong process.
ART IN 3D
Offered: Week 3 & Week 6
Some of the best art doesn’t fit in a frame! In this project-based camp, you will learn all the skills necessary to sculpt, build, and create your own 3D art. You will work with a variety of mediums, such as clay, papiermâché, and craft sticks to make creations straight out of your own wild imagination.
RECYCLED CRAFT STUDIO
Offered: Week 3 & Week 5
Inspiration is everywhere — in your cupboards, in your yard, and even in your recycling bin! This camp will teach you how to transform trash into treasure as you create projects out of entirely recycled materials. From toys to cars to fashion, your imagination is the only limit.
PAINTERS STUDIO
Offered: Week 1 & Week 7
Your very own masterpiece is just a few brushstrokes away! This art camp is an exciting introduction to the fundamentals of painting with watercolors and tempera paint. You’ll learn how to use just your brush and paints to express yourself through color, shape, and texture. What will you create?
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PROJECT OF THE DAY
Offered: Week 2 & Week 6
From pencils to chalk to paint and anything else you’ve wanted to try, this class will give you the tools to explore and create anything you can imagine. Refine your motor skills while working with your hands and a variety of mediums.
HANDS-ON ART
Offered: Week 2 & Week 5
Fabrics can be used for so many amazing crafts, and in this class, we will learn the basics. So, let’s jump in and get our hands dirty — from finger weaving to simple crochet, fabric collages, and even sock creatures. This fabric-focused art camp will have it all!
BEAD WITH ME
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Whether you already love crafting with beads and string or are brand new to the hobby, this camp is for you. We will have a wide variety of beads, strings, yarn, and more to help you create our daily projects or create something new and original on your own!
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CHILL CRAFTS WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
corner of the crafting world is so Join us for a week filled with daily activities, including beads, gems, and more. We will even learn basic embroidery skills!
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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CREATIVITY
IN THE KITCHEN
Offered: Week 3 & Week 7
Join us in the kitchen and discover the joy of cooking! You’ll learn what makes your favorite foods so delicious as we explore different ingredients and learn techniques for preparing, baking, and presenting various dishes. This camp helps with the fundamentals of cooking, and at the end of the week, you’ll have the confidence and skills to create your own delectable meals at home.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
Offered: Week 5 & Week 8
American Sign Language, or ASL, is a visual and gesture-based language used by an estimated 500,000 people. In this introductory class, we will introduce you to the basics, including the alphabet and counting. By the end of the week, you will be able to sign your name and more!
GARDENING
Offered: Week 1 & Week 4
What grows well in New Mexico? Can I plant my apple seeds to grow a tree? Find out the answers to these questions and more as we explore the vegetation that grows around our city. In this camp, we will also get our hands dirty as we plant seeds that campers will be able to take home. We will also learn about composting and why worms are so important.
SCIENCE RULES!
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
From experiments to exploration, this class will show you just why science rules! During this week, we will conduct awesome experiments and discuss the science involved. Learn about earth science and even explore the bosque with a researcher’s eye and discover why porcupines and so many others make their homes in this amazing ecosystem.
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POTIONS & PROJECTS
Offered: Week 6
In this camp, we investigate the amazing mysteries of physical and chemical reactions! We’ll brew potions from common household ingredients and play detective to predict and create. Not only that, but we will also spend some time during the week building bridges, buildings, and more.
MYTHS, FAIRYTALES, & FOLKLORE
Offered: Week 2 & Week 7
The greatest stories never fade away, and in this camp, we will look at some of the greatest stories ever told. We will look at myths and folklore throughout history and how they formed the stories we all know today. During the week, we will also explore some famous fairytales.
FROM PAPER TO DIGITAL ART
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
In this art camp, we will learn to create art in a variety of styles, both on paper and on the computer. We will practice creating original pieces on drawing tablets. Campers will get to decide whether they like to create physical or digital art more!
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RELAXING WITH NATURE
Offered: Week 2
Let’s settle your mind and body in the bosque. In this camp, we will spend time outside learning about how your body and breath work together and how they can help you relax. We will practice simple meditation and exercise, and we will even learn how art can be used as a calming tool.
PALEONTOLOGY & PREHISTORIC LIFE
Offered: Week 5
Just what is paleontology, and why is it important in our world today? In this weeklong camp, you will have the opportunity practice being dinosaur paleontologists! Through simulating dinosaur dig, developing their own dinosaur museum, and, course, learning lots and lots of cool dinosaur facts, campers will get a sneak peek into the lives of those who study the many creatures who have come before us.
OUR SOLAR SYSTEM
Offered: Week 3
Planets, asteroids, stars, black holes — what really are they, and how did they get here?
Starting with our own solar system, campers will learn all about space, including its size, its elements, and what humans are doing to explore its infinite expanses.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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MOVEMENT
Offered: Week 7
Join our USA Archery certified instructors and explore the dynamic world of archery! During this introductory course, we’ll work on building strength and improving aim. You’ll learn bow safety as well as basic technique with a bow and arrow. By the end of the week, you’ll have all the skills you need to hit the bullseye!
ARCHERY ARNIS TAGS & FLAGS KICK IT!
Offered: Week 3 & Week 6
Grab your sneakers, and let’s build your talents with your feet! In this camp, you will learn how to play soccer and kickball in a fun, easy-going environment. We’ll focus on learning the rules of the games, building key skills, and working as a team. We will even look at some games you may have never heard of, like Matball.
Offered: Week 5
Let’s hit the field for a week of exciting games! Each day, campers will learn and play different forms of tag, from sprout tag to sharks and minnows and many more. We will also play large games of capture the flag and see how tags and flags come together in some fun games.
Offered: Week 2 & Week 5
Are you ready to learn how to combine power, grace, and discipline? Originating in the Philippines, Arnis is a martial art with a flowing style that delights people from all over the world. You’ll learn basic techniques using one stick, two sticks, and an open hand. This class is designed for beginners and returning students to train together.
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ROCK CLIMBING BACKYARD GAMES
Offered: Week 2 & Week 4
Learn the basic fundamentals of rock climbing! In this camp, you’ll develop core strength and balance that will help you with your climbing skills, and you will even get the opportunity to test out your skills on our school rock wall during this action-packed week. All levels are welcome, and we will challenge everyone to learn new techniques in accordance with their abilities.
Offered: Week 3 & Week 8
What exactly is a bocce ball? Why does the Queen of Hearts like croquet so much? Is badminton just a funny kind of tennis? In this class, you’ll learn how to play these classic lawn games, plus so much more, and discover why they have been so popular for centuries.
MARTIAL ARTS
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
Martial arts can strengthen the mind and body while increasing physical and mental agility and composure. This camp will focus on basic hand-to-hand combat skills. Throughout the week, we will work on activities that will build your reflexes and coordination.
YOGA
Offered: Week 1 & Week 8
Your body and your breath — bring them together in the ancient practice of yoga. Build your strength and flexibility as you learn how to practice the asanas in our lively and challenging classes. Play games with the poses you’ll learn during the week. This camp is for yogis of all levels. Please bring a mat if you have one.
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COOPERATIVE GAMES
Offered: Week 4 & Week 7
Team up and jump into this weeklong adventure in the gym. Campers will learn a variety of physical education games that are focused on teamwork, problem-solving, and, most importantly, fun!
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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PERFORMANCE
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!
Offered: Week 1 & Week 4
This weeklong camp all starts with an idea. Campers will be able to decide if they want to make a short film or music video. From there, they will learn about and create a storyboard, scout locations, and finally grab a camera and say, “Action!” To wrap up the week, campers will learn basic editing and put it all together to share at our showcase.
JAM SESSION
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Your voice is an amazing instrument! Do you know that string instruments are the closest instruments to your own singing voice? This class will provide you with the knowledge to train your voice and to accompany yourself by playing some chords on the guitar. At the end of the week, you will have the opportunity to show off your new skills during a live performance.
FEEL THE GROOVE CAPOEIRA
Offered: Week 5
Capoeira is an expressive and multi-faceted Afro-Brazilian martial art. Along with traditional elements such as kicks, attacks, and defenses, Capoeira also includes dance, a sense of playfulness, and live music played on traditional instruments. You will get a good workout while improving balance and awareness. Sessions will cover basic movements and introduce students to the traditional instruments, songs, and history of this fascinating martial art.
Offered: Week 2 & Week 3
Explore the magic of drumming and singing songs from Africa! We may throw in a few of our own ideas, too! These fun, catchy melodies and beats will stay in your heart and soul. We will provide the drums, or you can bring your own.
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MYSTERY THEATER
Offered: Week 2 & Week 7
Long shadows and dark hallways…who knows what mysteries are lurking in the corners of our campus? Throughout the week, we will play spooky drama games and practice writing scary stories. We will even create an original black-and-white silent film to premiere at the end of the week.
STEP ONTO THE STAGE
Offered: Week 1 & Week 3
Bring your favorite stories to life on the stage! As we combine scriptwriting and stage work, we’ll adapt favorite fables, fairy tales, and picture books for performance. We’ll also learn basic improv games and play them all week long.
WORLD BEATS
Offered: Week 6
Get your sticks ready, or maybe you prefer hand drums, boomwhackers, bells, or even a bucket! From modern percussion arrangements to traditional pieces, it’s all about banging out beats and exploring rhythms from around the globe.
MUSICAL THEATER
Offered: Week 5 & Week 7
Join in the fun as we spin fairy tales and fables through songs and dances. All levels are welcome — whether you have never stepped on a stage or if you have already dared to sing a solo in front of a packed audience, this is your chance to shine!
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PERFORMANCE
DANCE STUDIO
Offered: Week 6 & Week 8
Be a part of the wonderful world of dance! Each day, you will learn simple choreography and the fundamentals of dance expression as you build skills in rhythm and stage presence. At the end of the week, we will perform a fun and innovative routine.
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Offered: Week 3
In this camp, you’ll learn the intricacies behind aperture, shutter speed, and ISO — gaining a clear understanding of how these elements can change the outcome of your photographs. Looking at various photography styles, you’ll learn how great pictures result from careful attention to basic composition elements, the best use of lighting, and an intriguing subject. We’ll take our photos to the next level with an introduction to digital editing. Campers will get to take prints of their work home at the end of the week.
LEGO ROBOTICS
Offered: Week 7
The LEGO Robotics camp develops engineering, technical, and teamwork skills. Students work as part of a team for challenges and will also develop their programming and building skills through individual projects.
CREATIVE WRITING
Offered: Week 2
Grab your journal, and let’s tell a story. In this camp, you will discover tips and tricks for creating an excellent story. Campers will receive a journal for daily journaling prompts and rough drafts as they work to create and edit their own special piece.
INTERGALACTIC MAKER SPACE
Offered: Week 2
In the not-too-distant future, in a galaxy on the west side of Albuquerque — explore the world of Star Wars at Bosque Summer! From creating pod racers out of recycled material to learning how to harness the power of “the Force” to lightsaber dueling, this camp promises to be out of this world whether you are a seasoned Star Wars fanatic or a brand new Jedi recruit. We’ll see you this summer, and until then, may the Force be with you!
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SHORT FILMS & MUSIC VIDEOS
Offered: Week 3
This weeklong camp all starts with an idea. Campers can decide if they want to make a short film or music video. From there, we will learn about and create a storyboard, scout locations, and finally grab a camera and say action! To wrap up the week, campers will learn basic video editing and put it all together.
Offered: Week 6
Grab your broom and join us for a week of potions, charms, and more. Experience life as a wizard at Bosque School’s own branch of Hogwarts. If you are more than a muggle, this camp is for you!
GUITAR STUDIO
Offered: Week 4
This focused camp gives brand-new or slightly more experienced guitarists the chance to learn new skills, improve their technique, and practice playing guitar. During this weeklong camp, you can build your skills and show them off at the end of the week.
COOKING 101
Offered: Week 5
For the love of cooking, let’s jump into the kitchen! With new recipes each week of this in-depth culinary adventure, you’ll expand your skills by creating various dishes and experimenting with different preparation, baking, and presentation techniques.
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SUMMER SORCERY
COZY CRAFTING
Offered: Week 2 & Week 7
It may be 100 degrees outside, but it is cozy in this camp. Learn daily crafts or work on your own project. During the week, you will learn about a variety of crafts, from bracelets to beading or building — create anything you can imagine in this cozy maker space!
SUMMER CAMP...IN SPACE
Offered: Week 8
Are you made of star stuff? How many planets are there in the galaxy? What are the stories behind the constellations? What is a black hole? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions or wondered about the nature of the universe in general, this camp is for you. Come learn about our night sky!
LASER’S STEM ADVENTURE
Offered: Week 8
In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the basics of electronics, including how to build a simple robot, as you help intrepid space adventurer Captain Laser fix his broken spaceship and find the long-lost intergalactic treasure. You’ll get to solve problems using circuits, computers, and simple robotics while also learning new math skills and even a little bit of physics.
BOOKING MAKING
Offered: Week 4
Campers will create their own books from cover to cover — literally! Campers will not only write and illustrate the content of their books, but they will also design and bind their very own hardcover editions. The possibilities are limitless, with options in genres such as fantasy, historical fiction, memoir, and poetry!
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WINDOWS TO THE PAST
Offered: Week 6
all begins with a time machine! In this exciting camp, we will build a vehicle out of recycled materials and travel back through time to glimpse what life was like in years gone by. From clothing to food to fun, find out what it was like long before you were born.
GOTTA CATCH ‘EM ALL
Offered: Week 7
Discover the secrets of the Pokémon in this camp. In this weeklong camp, we will play classic Gameboy editions of the game. We will also work on our card game skills. Find out how to most effectively battle your friends so you can come out on top! Join in Pokémon card games using your own decks and online simulators. Even take a pack of cards home with you at the end of the week.
ULTIMATE STEM MAKERSPACE
Offered: Week 1
Explore and experience the spectacular world of engineering through hands-on, minds-on summer camp! This exciting and engaging curriculum allows you to use a variety of mediums to experience unique, customized science, technology, engineering, and mathematics—or STEM—activities. You will learn about and build daily projects such as Rube Goldberg Machines. From individual building to team challenges, you are sure to have a blast building while learning along the way.
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INTRO TO BROADWAY
Offered: Week 1
Are you ready to jump into the spotlight? Learn the basics of musical theater, sing on stage for an audience, and prepare a musical theater audition for the future! In this fun and interactive weeklong musical theater intensive, you will participate in lively dance, acting, and voice classes daily as you prepare for a big musical theater grand finale performance. The show will consist of a compilation of numbers with plenty of learning and performing opportunities to go around!
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RISING 6TH–8TH GRADE
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
Rising sixth through eighth-grade campers can choose either full-day adventure camp or half-day flex camps. If campers choose the full-day camp, they will be able to pick four classes in four different options: creativity, discovery, movement, and performance. If campers choose the half-day flex camps, they will be able to pick from a variety of specialized camps offered in the morning or the afternoon.
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CREATIVITY
THE CLAY CAMP
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Get crafty with clay! During this week, you will create clay pieces while experimenting with different techniques and styles. We will work with various clays, such as air-dry clay, Model Magic, and other playdoughs! Students will also create a piece to fire in the kiln during this weeklong process.
ART IN 3D
Offered: Week 3 & Week 6
Some of the best art doesn’t fit in a frame! In this project-based camp, you will learn all the skills necessary to sculpt, build, and create your own 3D art. You will work with a variety of mediums, such as clay, papiermâché, and craft sticks to make creations straight out of your own wild imagination.
RECYCLED CRAFT STUDIO
Offered: Week 3 & Week 5
Inspiration is everywhere — in your cupboards, in your yard, and even in your recycling bin! This camp will teach you how to transform trash into treasure as you create projects out of entirely recycled materials. From toys to cars to fashion, your imagination is the only limit.
PAINTERS STUDIO
Offered: Week 1 & Week 7
Your very own masterpiece is just a few brushstrokes away! This art camp is an exciting introduction to the fundamentals of painting with watercolors and tempera paint. You’ll learn how to use just your brush and paints to express yourself through color, shape, and texture. What will you create?
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PROJECT OF THE DAY
Offered: Week 2 & Week 6
From pencils to chalk to paint and anything else you’ve wanted to try, this class will give you the tools to explore and create anything you can imagine. Refine your motor skills while working with your hands and a variety of mediums.
HANDS-ON ART
Offered: Week 2 & Week 5
Fabrics can be used for so many amazing crafts, and in this class, we will learn the basics. So, let’s jump in and get our hands dirty — from finger weaving to simple crochet, fabric collages, and even sock creatures. This fabric-focused art camp will have it all!
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BEAD WITH ME
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Whether you already love crafting with beads and string or are brand new to the hobby, this camp is for you. We will have a wide variety of beads, strings, yarn, and more to help you create our daily projects or create something new and original on your own!
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CHILL CRAFTS WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
corner of the crafting world is so Join us for a week filled with daily activities, including beads, gems, and more. We will even learn basic embroidery skills!
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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CREATIVITY
IN THE KITCHEN
Offered: Week 3 & Week 7
Join us in the kitchen and discover the joy of cooking! You’ll learn what makes your favorite foods so delicious as we explore different ingredients and learn techniques for preparing, baking, and presenting various dishes. This camp helps with the fundamentals of cooking, and at the end of the week, you’ll have the confidence and skills to create your own delectable meals at home.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
Offered: Week 5 & Week 8
American Sign Language, or ASL, is a visual and gesture-based language used by an estimated 500,000 people. In this introductory class, we will introduce you to the basics, including the alphabet and counting. By the end of the week, you will be able to sign your name and more!
GARDENING
Offered: Week 1 & Week 4
What grows well in New Mexico? Can I plant my apple seeds to grow a tree? Find out the answers to these questions and more as we explore the vegetation that grows around our city. In this camp, we will also get our hands dirty as we plant seeds that campers will be able to take home. We will also learn about composting and why worms are so important.
SCIENCE RULES!
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
From experiments to exploration, this class will show you just why science rules! During this week, we will conduct awesome experiments and discuss the science involved. Learn about earth science and even explore the bosque with a researcher’s eye and discover why porcupines and so many others make their homes in this amazing ecosystem.
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POTIONS & PROJECTS
Offered: Week 6
In this camp, we investigate the amazing mysteries of physical and chemical reactions! We’ll brew potions from common household ingredients and play detective to predict and create. Not only that, but we will also spend some time during the week building bridges, buildings, and more.
MYTHS, FAIRYTALES, & FOLKLORE
Offered: Week 2 & Week 7
The greatest stories never fade away, and in this camp, we will look at some of the greatest stories ever told. We will look at myths and folklore throughout history and how they formed the stories we all know today. During the week, we will also explore some famous fairytales.
FROM PAPER TO DIGITAL ART
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
In this art camp, we will learn to create art in a variety of styles, both on paper and on the computer. We will practice creating original pieces on drawing tablets. Campers will get to decide whether they like to create physical or digital art more!
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RELAXING WITH NATURE
Offered: Week 2
Let’s settle your mind and body in the bosque. In this camp, we will spend time outside learning about how your body and breath work together and how they can help you relax. We will practice simple meditation and exercise, and we will even learn how art can be used as a calming tool.
PALEONTOLOGY & PREHISTORIC LIFE
Offered: Week 5
Just what is paleontology, and why is it important in our world today? In this weeklong camp, you will have the opportunity practice being dinosaur paleontologists! Through simulating dinosaur dig, developing their own dinosaur museum, and, course, learning lots and lots of cool dinosaur facts, campers will get a sneak peek into the lives of those who study the many creatures who have come before us.
OUR SOLAR SYSTEM
Offered: Week 3
Planets, asteroids, stars, black holes — what really are they, and how did they get here?
Starting with our own solar system, campers will learn all about space, including its size, its elements, and what humans are doing to explore its infinite expanses.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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MOVEMENT
Offered: Week 7
Join our USA Archery certified instructors and explore the dynamic world of archery! During this introductory course, we’ll work on building strength and improving aim. You’ll learn bow safety as well as basic technique with a bow and arrow. By the end of the week, you’ll have all the skills you need to hit the bullseye!
ARCHERY ARNIS TAGS & FLAGS KICK IT!
Offered: Week 3 & Week 6
Grab your sneakers, and let’s build your talents with your feet! In this camp, you will learn how to play soccer and kickball in a fun, easy-going environment. We’ll focus on learning the rules of the games, building key skills, and working as a team. We will even look at some games you may have never heard of, like Matball.
Offered: Week 5
Let’s hit the field for a week of exciting games! Each day, campers will learn and play different forms of tag, from sprout tag to sharks and minnows and many more. We will also play large games of capture the flag and see how tags and flags come together in some fun games.
Offered: Week 2 & Week 5
Are you ready to learn how to combine power, grace, and discipline? Originating in the Philippines, Arnis is a martial art with a flowing style that delights people from all over the world. You’ll learn basic techniques using one stick, two sticks, and an open hand. This class is designed for beginners and returning students to train together.
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ROCK CLIMBING BACKYARD GAMES
Offered: Week 2 & Week 4
Learn the basic fundamentals of rock climbing! In this camp, you’ll develop core strength and balance that will help you with your climbing skills, and you will even get the opportunity to test out your skills on our school rock wall during this action-packed week. All levels are welcome, and we will challenge everyone to learn new techniques in accordance with their abilities.
Offered: Week 3 & Week 8
What exactly is a bocce ball? Why does the Queen of Hearts like croquet so much? Is badminton just a funny kind of tennis? In this class, you’ll learn how to play these classic lawn games, plus so much more, and discover why they have been so popular for centuries.
MARTIAL ARTS
Offered: Week 1 & Week 6
Martial arts can strengthen the mind and body while increasing physical and mental agility and composure. This camp will focus on basic hand-to-hand combat skills. Throughout the week, we will work on activities that will build your reflexes and coordination.
YOGA
Offered: Week 1 & Week 8
Your body and your breath — bring them together in the ancient practice of yoga. Build your strength and flexibility as you learn how to practice the asanas in our lively and challenging classes. Play games with the poses you’ll learn during the week. This camp is for yogis of all levels. Please bring a mat if you have one.
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COOPERATIVE GAMES
Offered: Week 4 & Week 7
Team up and jump into this weeklong adventure in the gym. Campers will learn a variety of physical education games that are focused on teamwork, problem-solving, and, most importantly, fun!
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
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PERFORMANCE
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!
Offered: Week 1 & Week 4
This weeklong camp all starts with an idea. Campers will be able to decide if they want to make a short film or music video. From there, they will learn about and create a storyboard, scout locations, and finally grab a camera and say, “Action!” To wrap up the week, campers will learn basic editing and put it all together to share at our showcase.
JAM SESSION
Offered: Week 4 & Week 8
Your voice is an amazing instrument! Do you know that string instruments are the closest instruments to your own singing voice? This class will provide you with the knowledge to train your voice and to accompany yourself by playing some chords on the guitar. At the end of the week, you will have the opportunity to show off your new skills during a live performance.
FEEL THE GROOVE CAPOEIRA
Offered: Week 5
Capoeira is an expressive and multi-faceted Afro-Brazilian martial art. Along with traditional elements such as kicks, attacks, and defenses, Capoeira also includes dance, a sense of playfulness, and live music played on traditional instruments. You will get a good workout while improving balance and awareness. Sessions will cover basic movements and introduce students to the traditional instruments, songs, and history of this fascinating martial art.
Offered: Week 2 & Week 3
Explore the magic of drumming and singing songs from Africa! We may throw in a few of our own ideas, too! These fun, catchy melodies and beats will stay in your heart and soul. We will provide the drums, or you can bring your own.
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STEP ONTO THE STAGE MYSTERY THEATER
Offered: Week 2 & Week 7
Long shadows and dark hallways…who knows what mysteries are lurking in the corners of our campus? Throughout the week, we will play spooky drama games and practice writing scary stories. We will even create an original black-and-white silent film to premiere at the end of the week.
Offered: Week 1 & Week 3
Bring your favorite stories to life on the stage! As we combine scriptwriting and stage work, we’ll adapt favorite fables, fairy tales, and picture books for performance. We’ll also learn basic improv games and play them all week long.
WORLD BEATS
Offered: Week 6
Get your sticks ready, or maybe you prefer hand drums, boomwhackers, bells, or even a bucket! From modern percussion arrangements to traditional pieces, it’s all about banging out beats and exploring rhythms from around the globe.
DANCE STUDIO
Offered: Week 6 & Week 8
Be a part of the wonderful world of dance! Each day, you will learn simple choreography and the fundamentals of dance expression as you build skills in rhythm and stage presence. At the end of the week, we will perform a fun and innovative routine.
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PERFORMANCE
MUSICAL THEATER
Offered: Week 5 & Week 7
Join in the fun as we spin fairy tales and fables through songs and dances. All levels are welcome — whether you have never stepped on a stage or if you have already dared to sing a solo in front of a packed audience, this is your chance to shine!
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Offered: Week 5
In this camp, you’ll learn the intricacies behind aperture, shutter speed, and ISO — gaining a clear understanding of how these elements can change the outcome of your photographs. Looking at various photography styles, you’ll learn how great pictures result from careful attention to basic composition elements, the best use of lighting, and an intriguing subject. We’ll take our photos to the next level with an introduction to digital editing. Campers will get to take prints of their work home at the end of the week.
DIGITAL ART
Offered: Week 8
In this introduction to digital arts, students will learn the basics of Adobe Suite and practice the fundamentals of photo editing and creating new digital pieces from scratch. Students will also interact with digital photography and basic editing and enhancements you can make to their art.
LET’S COOK
Offered: Week 1 & Week 8
For the love of cooking, let’s jump into the kitchen! With new recipes each week of this in-depth culinary adventure, you’ll expand your skills by creating various dishes and experimenting with different preparation, baking, and presentation techniques.
WRITING RHYMES
Offered: Week 4
In this camp, we will work on the basics of music theory. You will learn the foundations of how to make verses, chorus, and syllables that sound catchy. Then, at the end of the week, we will put it all together and create an original song to a beat.
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SKETCH COMEDY & IMPROV
Offered: Week 1
Join us as we work together to develop sketches and build scenes, all while keeping our bodies movin’ and groovin’ to the comedy beats. In this camp, we will play improv games and learn about the foundations of a good sketch — working toward creating our own unique sketches that we will share live at Friday Showcase.
ANIME ARTS
Offered: Week 2
The Japanese animation art of anime has taken the U.S. by storm in the 21st century — captivating many people with its unique storytelling style and colorful graphics. In this class, you’ll learn the basics of figure and story creation while we discuss our favorite animes along the way.
GUITAR STUDIO
Offered: Week 2
This focused, three-hour camp gives brand-new or slightly more experienced guitarists the chance to learn new skills, improve their technique, and practice playing guitar. During this week-long camp, you can build your skills and show them off at the end of the week.
BOARD GAMES & RPGS
Offered: Week 5
Who doesn’t love a classic board game? Each day, you will play and learn about different games, discuss what makes them fun, and discover some new skills that will give you a competitive edge when you play against your friends and family. We will even try out some classic pen-and-paper role-playing games. We will even take a trip to Empire Board Game Library!
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FULL DAY
LASER’S STEM ADVENTURE
Offered: Week 8
In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the basics of electronics, including how to build a simple robot, as you help intrepid space adventurer Captain Laser fix his broken spaceship and find the long-lost intergalactic treasure. You’ll get to solve problems using circuits, computers, and simple robotics while also learning new math skills and even a little bit of physics.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
THE BROADWAY REVIEW
Offered: Weeks 6 through 7
Are you ready to jump into the spotlight? Learn the basics of musical theater, sing on stage for an audience, and prepare a musical theater audition for the future! In this fun and interactive two-week musical theater intensive, you will participate in lively dance, acting, and voice classes daily as you prepare for a big musical theater grand finale show. The show will consist of a compilation of numbers with plenty of learning and performing opportunities to go around! Experience the inner workings of putting on a production as you practice staging, learn music, and rehearse daily.
FULL DAY
Week 6: July Week 7: July Week 8: July Camp closed: June 19 & July
THEATER
Offered: Let’s go backstage
This weeklong camp Review. Campers help build scenery, to life. During this effects makeup, different recipes design unique horror
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THEATER TECH & SPECIAL EFFECTS MAKEUP
Offered: Week 7
backstage and behind the scenes inside Bosque’s theater. camp works as a companion camp with our Broadway Campers will learn basic technical theater skills while they scenery, props, and more to help the Broadway Camp come this camp, we will also learn about the basics of special specifically focusing on horror. Campers will research recipes for stage blood and discuss which is best. We will also horror makeup looks or props based on your interests.
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BOSQUE FILM PROJECT
Offered: Week 3
Inspired by the 48-hour Film Project, Bosque Summer presents its own spin. This camp begins with teams drawing a genre from a hat. They are then given a character, prop, and line to include in their films. From there, it is all up to the artists. Groups will be given materials to storyboard, film, and edit their short film. Students will show off their creations at a film festival at the end of the week.
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BOBCAT ATHLETICS
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: June 3–7
Week 2: June 10–14
Week 3: June 17–21
Week 4: June 24–28
Week 5: July 1–5
Week 6: July 8–12
Week 7: July 15–19
Week 8: July 22–26
Camp closed: June 19 & July 4
Bosque Summer offers full and half-day camps with a focus in specific sports for campers looking to refine and grow their skills.
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VOLLETBALL CAMP
Offered: Week 5 AM for grades 4–5
Offered: Week 5 PM for grades 6–8
Explore the benefits of participating in a team sport and develop basic volleyball skills like passing, setting, serving, and blocking. By the end of the camp, you’ll have gained a deeper understanding of the rules and strategy of volleyball.
BASKETBALL CAMP
Offered: Week 6 for grades 5–9
Grow your confidence on the basketball court by learning the steps to become a better shooter. From stationary, to movement into shot, to movement with the dribble—you will get the opportunity to put into practice the detailed points of shooting a basketball with many repetitions. After the camp, you will have a better understanding of how to be a consistent basketball shooter. Campers will receive a Bosque Summer basketball to take home
TENNIS CAMP
Offered: Week 3 for grades 4–8
Pick up your racket and join us for an exciting week of tennis. Never played before? That’s okay, too. This camp is for beginners and intermediate players. You’ll learn the basics and be playing matches by the end of the week.
SOCCER CAMP
Offered: Week 1 for grades 3–5
Offered: Week 4 for grades 6–8
Refresh and grow your soccer skills! In this camp, we will build structurally on the important tactics during small game segments. We will focus on touches on the ball through drills and small games to improve possession and delivery, while understanding the concept of small game formation and applying it to the full game of soccer
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HOPPING FROGS & RACING LIZARDS:
AN AMPHIBIAN & REPTILE ADVENTURE
5th–7th-Grade Half-Day Camp
Offered: Week 2
Have you ever wondered what kind of animals are swimming around in the Bosque School pond? Have you ever thought about what it would be like to put on waders and dive into the river? Join us on an adventure to find out what kind of reptiles and amphibians dwell in the Rio Grande Bosque all around us here at Bosque Summer and become expert herpetologists. In this class, you’ll not only learn about reptiles and amphibians but get hands-on experience with nonvenomous animals in the bosque. Your instructors will be experienced biologists and amphibian handlers. Even if you’re not comfortable handling these animals, you’ll get to see them in real life and help us collect data about amphibian population health.
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CLEVER COYOTES & CRAFTY BEAVERS: MAMMALS OF THE BOSQUE
Offered: Week 7 AM for grades 2–4
Offered: Week 7 PM for grades 5–7
Have you ever wondered what kind of animals scurry around in the bosque?
Are you eager to get into the mud and run around in the forest? Join us on an adventure to learn about mammals! Our bosque is home to 74 mammal species. We won’t meet them all, but we will directly work with and learn from a diverse group of them. We’ll track radio-collared porcupines, experience beaver feeding areas, and use wildlife cameras and other devices to safely detect Bosque mammals. A week of getting to know some mammal friends will be fun and adventure-filled!
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BOSQUE LEARNING CENTER
Offered: Week 3 for grades 3–4
Offered: Week 4 for grades 5–6
This camp offers differentiated reading and writing instruction for all levels. Whether you want to brush up on your writing skills, spend time reading, get feedback on a piece you’ve been working on, discuss literary devices, or troubleshoot your study habits, this is the class for you! Everyone is different — your teacher will work with you to determine your needs.
MATH SKILLS
Offered: Week 6 for grades 3–4
Offered: Week 7 for grades 5–6
This camp offers differentiated math instruction for all levels. Get ahead for next year, brush up on your math skills, finally wrap your head around something you missed, or troubleshoot your study habits to make life easier. Everyone is different — your teacher will work with you to determine exactly what you need.
BRIDGE LITERACY
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Bridge Literacy is a five-week literacy intensive program providing specialized literacy intervention of foundational reading and writing skills for rising second through fourth graders. Designed for students in need of tailored instructional support, including those identified with dyslexia, this program features highly individualized lessons led by certified reading specialists. Each student’s instructional path is informed by initial assessments. Limited space is available. To learn more about the program details and teacher referral process, please email Erin Brown and Nicole Florez at bridgeliteracynm@gmail.com.
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