2024 Summer Camp Guide

REGISTRATION

BEGINS MARCH 1

carmelclayparks.com

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CONTACT US:

carmelclayparks.com

1235 Central Park Drive East

Carmel, IN 46032

Summer Camp Team:

317.843.3865

Weather Hotline:

317.843.3870

Monon Community Center: 317.848.7275

SPECIALTY CAMP

TRADITIONAL CAMP

PLAYGROUND ON-SITE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Camp Wayback (K–4th Grades; Ages 5 – 9)

Under the Sun (K–6th Grades; Ages 5 – 11)

STEAM Team (1st–7th Grades; Ages 6 – 12)

Adventures in Art (K–6th Grades; Ages 5 – 11)

The Summer Experience (K–6th Grades; Ages 5 – 11)

EnRoute (K–6th Grades; Ages 5 – 11)

Kids at Play (K–2nd Grades; Ages 5 – 7)

In the Zone (2nd–6th Grades; Ages 7– 11)

Success on Stage—Acting (4th–8th Grades; Ages 9 – 13)

Success on Stage—Stage Design (4th–8th Grades; Ages 9 – 13)

Outdoor Explorers (2nd–8th Grades; Ages 7 – 13)

Chillville (4th–8th Grades; Ages 9 – 13)

Science of Summer (K–6th Grades; Ages 5 – 11)

I.M.P.A.C.T. (6th–10th Grades; Ages 12 – 15)

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Policies & Scholarships

Learn more about our summer camp policies, scholarship opportunities & how our team prioritizes camper health and safety.

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Inclusion Statement, Modifications & Eligibility Criteria

Learn more about our commitment to inclusive and accessible summer camp programming.

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Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation was awarded the Darkness to Light Partner in Prevention distinction for 2023 – 2024

This represents our commitment to the prevention of child abuse and helping children grow up healthy and whole.

Camp Cost + Payment Information

The cost of each camp week includes a $45 nonrefundable deposit due at registration. The $45 deposit is applied to the weekly camp fee. See table below for the weekly cost of each camp.

Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation received ACA-Accredited® Camp status from the American Camp Association in 2022. This represents our commitment to the quality, health and safety aspects of our camp operation.

Week 1: May 28-31

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

$147 $245

CAMP WAYBACK

Time travelers welcome! Step into our time machine this summer for the ultimate exploration experience. Join us as we adventure through world history, stepping into a new and immersive time period each week, with activities ranging from active to artistic. The past has so much to teach us, and our future is bright!

K-4th GRADES

AGES 5 – 9

Monday – Friday

7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

JILL PERELMAN PAVILION

3000 W 116th Street

Max: 60

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Questions: 317.418.6917

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• Two snacks

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Comfortable shoes

• Monday Splash Pad: Bring towel, swim suit, change of clothes and labeled bag for wet suit.

• Wednesday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, and labeled bag for wet suit, goggles (optional).

•Thursday field trip: Wear provided camp t-shirt and comfortable walking shoes.

• ON-SITE

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FIELD TRIP DESTINATION THEME DATES

Week 1: May 28-31History of Sports

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

Decade Dive

Jurassic Park

Every Day’s a Holiday

Back to the Future

The Way of Water

American Revolution

Wonders of the World

Viking Quest

Woodland Bowl

Eagle Creek Park

Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

Regal 17 Movie Theater

Adrenaline Family Adventure Park

NO FIELD TRIP

Conner Prairie

Indianapolis Zoo

Camp Belzer (Boy Scouts of America)

UNDER THE SUN

Summer is here and we are ready to dive in with activities, games, and fun for all. From team challenges to creative crafts and new themes each week, you’ll be amazed at all the fun you’ll have Under the Sun.

Week 1: May 28-31Ready, Set, Summer Holliday Park

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

Summer Survivor

Summer Sports

Summer Safari

Summer Superheroes

Summer Splash

Digging up Dinos

Colors of Summer

Summer Bash

Adrenaline Family Adventure Park

Bowl 32

Indianapolis Zoo

Regal 17 Movie Theater

Morse Beach

Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

Pottery by You

Urban Air

K-6th GRADES AGES 5 – 11

Monday – Friday

7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

CARMEL MIDDLE SCHOOL

300 S Guilford Road

Max: 100

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Questions: 317.258.8266

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• Two snacks

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Tuesday/Thursday

swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

•Wednesday field trip: Wear provided camp t-shirt.

• ON-SITE

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STEAM TEAM

Full STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) ahead! Campers will develop a diverse skill set and a passion for exploration and growth as we think outside the box this summer. Imagination and creativity will run wild each week as we get hands-on with the weekly themes.

1st-7th GRADES AGES 6 – 12

Monday – Friday

7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

WILFONG PAVILION

11675 Hazel Dell Parkway

Max: 80

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Questions: 317.418.8475

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• Two snacks

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

•Tuesday field trip: Wear provided camp t-shirt.

• Thursday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

FIELD TRIP DESTINATION THEME DATES

Week 1: May 28-31Art Studio

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

Kitchen Science

Zoology

Game Design

Makerspace

Challenge Accepted Up in the Atmosphere

Construction Zone

Water Works

• ON-SITE

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Color Me Mine

Cool Creek Park

Indianapolis Zoo

Dave & Buster’s

Top Golf

Ultimate Ninja

Adrenaline Family Adventure Park

Camp Belzer (Boy Scouts of America)

Dillion Park

ADVENTURES IN ART

Let’s go on an art adventure! Together we’ll explore the world of art in a hands-on setting. Campers will use their creativity and imagination as they paint, create and build using traditional and non-traditional materials. Sometimes art can get a bit messy, so campers are encouraged to dress accordingly.

FIELD TRIP DESTINATION THEME DATES

Week 1: May 28-31Art 101 / Art History

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

Sketch It Up

Clay Creations

Art with a Heart

Brush & Canvas

Camp Crafty

Bling Week

Home Sweet Home

Art Mash Up

Tie Dye Lab

Holliday Park

Pottery by You (Pottery Pieces)

Good Samaritan Network

Inlow Park w/ Caravan Classes

NO FIELD TRIP

Pottery by You (Fused Glass)

Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

Carmel Library

K-6th GRADES

AGES 5 – 11

Monday – Friday

7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST

1235 Central Park Drive East

Max: 50

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Questions: 317.698.6579

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• One snack

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Wednesday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

•Friday field trip: Wear provided camp t-shirt.

• ON-SITE

• ALP Y GROUND ACCESS

THE

SUMMER EXPERIENCE

Come prepared for a summer of fun! Each day will hold something new and exciting as we explore sports, nature, art and more. Campers will splash in The Waterpark, dive into our weekly theme, and experience summer fun on a field trip adventure. We’ll try new things, make friends, create memories that last a lifetime, and experience summer every day!

K-6th GRADES AGES 5 – 11

Monday – Friday

7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

CREEKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL

3525 W 126th St

Max: 100

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Questions: 317.418.5267

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• Two snacks

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Tuesday/Thursday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

•Friday field trip: Wear provided camp t-shirt.

FIELD TRIP DESTINATION THEME DATES

Week 1: May 28-31Down with the Decades Conner Prairie

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

WILD For TSE

Nature Niche

Jump Into Sports!

Creation Station

TSE Superstars

Silly Storytellers

Cartoon Town

Wacky Water Week

• ON-SITE

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Indianapolis Zoo

Eagle Creek Park

Adrenaline Family Adventure Park

Holliday Park

NO FIELD TRIP

Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

Regal 17 Movie Theater

Inlow Park

ENROUTE

Pack your bags and join us this summer as we explore the world! Each week we will visit new places to learn about different cultures, celebrate traditions, and take our imaginations on a journey! So hurry aboard and join our traveling adventure — we’re already EnRoute!

FIELD TRIP DESTINATION THEME DATES

Week 1: May 28-31Adventure to South AmericaMeadowlark Park

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

Headed to Mexico

Backpacking Europe

Exploring Egypt

The Great Wall

Hollywood, Here We Come!

Journey through Japan

The United Kingdom

Australian Outback

IMAX and Canal

Sky Zone

Conner Prairie

Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

NO FIELD TRIP

Ultimate Ninja

Camp Belzer (Boy Scouts of America)

Indianapolis Zoo

K-6th GRADES AGES 5 – 11

Monday – Friday

7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

CLAY MIDDLE SCHOOL

5150 E 126th Street

Max: 100

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Questions: 317.698.7950

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• Two snacks

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Extra change of clothes

• Tuesday/Thursday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

•Friday field trip: Wear provided camp t-shirt.

KIDS AT PLAY

Learn the importance of cooperation by developing team building skills and working together!

Each fun-filled week will include either an on-site vendor or a field trip. We welcome all athletes, including those with little to no experience, to learn the foundational skills needed for any type of active games.

K-2nd GRADES AGES 5 – 7

Monday – Friday

7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

ALETTO FAMILY SPORTS CENTER

5465 E Main St

Max: 50

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Questions: 317.258.6504

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• Two snacks

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Close-toed shoes

• Hat

• Tuesday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

•On field trip Fridays: Wear provided camp t-shirt.

FIELD TRIP / ON-SITE VENDOR THEME DATES

Week 1: May 28-31Need for Speed! (Relay Races)Dillon Park (Field Trip)

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

Tag it Up! (Tag Games)

Everything Under the Sun! (Outdoor Games)

Little Kickers! (Soccer)

Dodge This! (Dodge Ball)

Wet n’ Wild! (Water Week)

Run for the Gold! (Mini Olympics)

Pick Your Game! (Sports Themed

Let’s do it Again (Favorite Themes)

Jump Bunch (Vendor)

Ultimate Ninja (Field Trip)

Adamson’s Karate (Vendor)

Adrenaline Family Adventure Park (Field Trip)

NO FIELD TRIP OR VENDOR

Kid Strong (Vendor)

Woodland Bowl (Field Trip)

Lost & Found Outreach (Vendor)

• ON-SITE

• ALP Y GROUND ACCESS

IN THE ZONE

Football, soccer, baseball, and basketball are just some of the sports that your camper will be engaged in this summer. This year we have added a second week of both soccer and football, we have also brought back rugby! Each fun filled week will end with either an on-site vendor or a field trip! This camp is for beginners and intermediates who want to improve their skills in a particular sport. This is not a camp for advanced athletes who are already playing these sports at a high level. Join us and get In the Zone!

DATES

Week 1: May 28-31

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

Basketball

Baseball

Soccer

Football

Basketball

Football

Volleyball

Soccer

Australian Rules Football (Rugby)

Lost & Found Outreach (Vendor)

Top Golf (Field Trip)

Adamson’s Karate (Vendor)

NCAA Hall of Champion (Field Trip)

Lost & Found Outreach (Vendor)

NO FIELD TRIP OR VENDOR

Fever Game (Field Trip) (Field trip will be on July 10)

Kid Strong (Vendor)

Greatimes (Field Trip)

2nd-6th GRADES AGES 7 – 11

Monday – Friday

7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

ALETTO FAMILY SPORTS CENTER

5465 E Main St

Max: 50

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Questions: 317.258.6504

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• Two snacks

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Closed-toed shoes

• Hat

• Wednesday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

•On field trip Fridays: Wear provided camp t-shirt.

SUCCESS ON STAGE–

ACTING

Step into the spotlight in Success on Stage! This camp is split into two four-week sessions. The first four weeks we’ll be doing Broadway Jr. musical, Xanadu, and the second half of summer we’ll be doing a comic play called Eerie Academy. Campers can choose to sign up for one or both plays. Act, sing, dance and shine, knowing that each and every role on the stage is the best one to get! Auditions are May 29 and July 1. Roles will be handed out that day. Please note that campers will need to attend each camp day of the section, as well as learn their lines, songs, and dance moves both at camp and at home. Do not sign up for this camp if you are going on vacation or will otherwise be unavailable!

SAVE THE DATE: Performance dates are June 20 and July 25.

4th-8th GRADES

AGES 9 – 13

Monday – Friday

7:30 a.m. –5:30 p.m.

MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST

1235 Central Park Drive East

Max: 30

$980 for 4-week session

$245 for week of June 26

Questions: 317.698.4966

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• Two snacks

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Closed-toed shoes

• Hat

• Friday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

•Tuesday field trip: Wear provided camp t-shirt.

• ON-SITE

SESSION

Week 1–4: May 28-June 21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6–9: July 1-26

PRODUCTION

All Things Entertainment!

Eerie Academy

Note: Success on Stage–Acting camp will follow same field trip schedule as Stage Design camp.

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Xanadu

SUCCESS ON STAGE–STAGE DESIGN

If you enjoy working on behind-the-scenes projects, this is the camp for you! You’ll be part of the stage crew that designs, creates, and implements all the magic that goes on around the actors in their big production. Using cardboard, duct tape, fabric and fairy dust, be a part of the team that brings our plays to life. If you attend the week of the play, you will also help with makeup, as well as setting up and moving the props during the show.

SAVE THE DATE: Performances will be June 20 and July 25.

FIELD TRIP / ON-SITE VENDOR THEME DATES

Week 1: May 28-31 Planning Out the Show

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

Costumes and Backdrops

Props

The Show! Xanadu

Theater Fun and Facts

Planning Out the Show

Costumes and Backdrops

Props

The Show! Eerie Academy

*Note: No field trip scheduled for performance weeks.

International Talent Academy (Vendor)

Woodland Bowl

Asante Art Institute Workshop at State Museum

NO FIELD TRIP

Finding Nemo Jr @ Civic Theater

Adrenaline Family Adventure Park

Roots Theatre School (Vendor)

Pottery by You

NO FIELD TRIP

4th-8th GRADES

AGES 9 – 13

Monday – Friday

7:30 a.m. –5:30 p.m.

MONON COMMUNITY CENTER

EAST

1235 Central Park Drive East

Max: 20

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Questions: 317.698.4966

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• Two snacks

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Closed-toed shoes

• Hat

• Friday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

•Tuesday field trip: Wear provided camp t-shirt.

• ON-SITE

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OUTDOOR EXPLORERS

It’s time to unplug and head outdoors to explore! Grab your sunscreen, walking shoes and sun visors, and join us on an outdoor adventure. We will hike an average of one to two miles a day (with breaks) on various hiking trails and learn about the natural world around us. So, if you don’t mind getting dirty and LOVE the outdoors, this is the camp for you!

2nd-7th GRADES

AGES 7 – 13

Monday – Friday

7:30 a.m. –5:30 p.m.

JILL PERELMAN PAVILION

3000 W 116th Street

Max: 60

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Questions: 317.679.9867

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• One snack

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Labeled bug spray

• Monday hiking/creek stomping/fishing: Walking shoes, water shoes, change of clothes.

• Tuesday hiking: Walking shoes.

• Wednesday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

•Thursday field trip: Wear provided camp t-shirt.

• Friday West Park splash pad: Swimsuit or change of clothes, towel.

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• ON-SITE

Week 1: May 28-31Creek Stompers

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

Tree Funk

Wild Animals

Birds of a Feather

Blast from the Past

A Bug’s Life

Nature Navigators

Splish Splash!

Rockin’ Out of Summer!

FIELD TRIP DESTINATION

Holliday Park

Hummel Park

Indianapolis Zoo

Eagle Creek Park

Conner Prairie

NO FIELD TRIP

Southeastway Park

Williams Park

Adrenaline Family Adventure Park

CHILLVILLE

Welcome to Chillville! Where friends, fun and adventure await. Each week campers will try new games, crafts and more while we delve into the week’s theme. There will be plenty of options for everyone, no matter your speed!

FIELD TRIP DESTINATION THEME DATES

Week 1: May 28-31 Hobby Hunters

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

Into the Wild Vacation Vibes

Mash-Up

Picking Up STEAM

Stars & Stripes

Top Golf

Cool Creek Park

Morse Beach

TBA

Urban Air

Woodland Bowl

4th-8th GRADES AGES 9 – 13

Monday – Friday

7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

JILL PERELMAN PAVILLION

3000 W 116th Street

Max: 60

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Chillaxin’ Survivor

Regal 17 Movie Theater

Game On

Dave & Buster’s

Escape Room

Questions: 317.418.1396

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• Snacks

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Labeled bug spray

• Closed-toed shoes (required for active games)

• Friday swimming:

Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

•Wednesday field trip:

Wear provided camp t-shirt.

• ON-SITE

• ALP Y GROUND ACCESS

SCIENCE OF SUMMER

Science is all around us and it is COOL! Campers will have a blast exploring the scientific method in a hands-on setting. We’ll conduct experiments, watch demonstrations, and make take home projects that reinforce each week’s focus. Our experiments tend to get a little messy, so campers are encouraged to dress accordingly.

K-6th GRADES AGES 5 – 11

Monday – Friday

7:30 a.m. –5:30 p.m.

MONON COMMUNITY CENTER

1235 Central Park Drive East

Max: 50

$245/week

Week of May 28 : $196

Week of July 1 : $147

Questions: 317.698.0816

DAILY CHECKLIST:

• Packed lunch

• Two snacks

• Labeled water bottle

• Labeled sunscreen

• Wednesday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, labeled bag for wet suit, and goggles (optional).

• Thursday field trip: Wear provided camp t-shirt.

Week 1: May 28-31 Backyard Science (Ecology)

Week 2: June 3-7

Week 3: June 10-14

Week 4: June 17-21

Week 5: June 24-28

Week 6: July 1-3

Week 7: July 8-12

Week 8: July 15-19

Week 9: July 22-26

Under the Sea (Marine Biology)

Jr. Archeologists (Archaeology)

Jr. Naturalists (Natural Science)

Jurassic Park Jr. (Dinosaurs)

Sound Waves (Acoustics)

Goopity Goo (Chemistry)

Innovation Station (Engineering)

Just LEGO (Architecture)

• ON-SITE

• P LAYGROUNDAC C SSE

Eagle Creek Park

Indianapolis Zoo

Conner Prairie

Flowing Well Park

Indiana State Museum

NO FIELD TRIP

Downtown Carmel (Greek’s Pizzeria and SubZero)

Dave & Buster’s

Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

I.M.P.A.C.T.

Are you a young adult seeking responsibility? Do you want to serve as a positive role model? The I.M.P.A.C.T. program teaches essential life skills in a job-like setting. You will participate in weekly training, team building or activities that focus on the six program elements: Initiative, Motivation, Professionalism, Achievement, Compassion, and Teamwork. Interested individuals will interview to become a member of I.M.P.A.C.T. If selected, you will be assigned to one of the following day camps: STEAM Team, The Summer Experience, Under the Sun, EnRoute, Science of Summer, Adventures in Art, Camp Wayback, or Kids at Play. I.M.P.A.C.T. campers will go on a group field trip the last week of camp. Campers will be dropped off and picked up at the Monon Community Center the day of the field trip. ADDRESS

7th-10th GRADES

AGES 12 – 15

Monday – Friday

EnRoute

Creekside Middle School

Carmel Middle School

Clay Middle School

Monon Community Center East

Monon Community Center East

Jill Perelman Pavilion at West Park

Aletto Family Sports Center

LOCATION + CAMP TIMES VARY See table.

Max: 30

$500/summer (will not be prorated)

Questions: 317.573.5240

Applications submitted before the registration date will not be accepted. Please contact Tiffany Buckingham, ESE & SCS Assistant Director, at tbuckingham@carmelclayparks.com or 317-573-5240 with questions.

Interviews for new interested I.M.P.A.C.T. campers will be scheduled on a first come first serve basis from date/time of submitted application. Our Summer Camp Series Admin team will follow up with instructions on how to register, if selected.

Apply

Application goes live March 1 at 12 p.m.

A NEW HALF-DAY PROGRAM

Looking for a half-day option this summer?

Try the new Nature Keepers program!

Nature Keepers is a half-day program run by CCPR’s Parks & Natural Resources team, including professional naturalists! Nature Keepers is designed for ages 5-11. Morning and afternoon sessions will be available. Each weekly session includes outdoor adventures like hiking, fishing, creek stomping, and looking for wildlife and plants.

Stay tuned for more information in our Summer Recreation Program Guide.

Registration for Nature Keepers will open April 1 at carmelclayparks.com/programs/

Questions? Contact the Parks & Natural Resources team at jkozlansky@carmelclayparks.com