2019 Guide to Summer Camps

2019

Guide to

Summer Camps

March 2019 2019 Guide to Summer Camps

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So many camps, so little summer For area public schools, summer break is just shy of 11 weeks. While all kids welcome the break, boredom can set in pretty quick. Fortunately, our area is full of summer camp programs that are engaging, educational and full of fun.

In Fauquier and Prince William counties, there are camps focused on every pursuit under the sun. To help you find the best choices for your kids, our Guide

to Summer Camps includes a smattering of everything: from camps focused on hiking, fishing and archery to aquatics, sports, fine arts and STEM pursuits, like computer coding and robotics, there’s truly something for every kid.

This guide aims to help readers find out which local organizations offer summer camps in each category.

Some listings include spe-

cifics such as dates and times, but most camps were still firming up their summer schedules when our guide went to print.

See associated websites for more details and don’t delay.

Slots fill up fast.

Happy summer camping!

INSIDE Get out! ............................................................................. 3 So many ways to beat the heat .......................................... 4 Get in the game with sports camps ..................................... 6 Arts camps let kids perform, create, learn .......................... 7 Stave off summer brain drain with STEM camp.................. 10 History-focused camps combine learning and fun ............ 13 Beating the “end of camp” blues....................................... 14

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Get out!

Camps help kids explore the outdoors

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A group of campers explore during the 2016 herpetology camp offered by the Bull Run Conservancy.

By Delia Engstrom Contributing Writer

In this digital age, fewer kids spend time engaging in pursuits that aren’t centered around the latest Instagram posts, memes and video games. Time spent outdoors, whether spent in creative play or educational pursuits, has dropped drastically in the last decade.

Experts agree children need less screen time and more “green” time in order to combat a variety of potential issues.

According to a report from the National Wildlife Federation, obesity and vitamin D deficiencies (from a sedentary, indoor lifestyle) put children at risk for heart disease, bone problems, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma and more.

Moving and playing outdoors offers enormous benefits, including healthier body weight, stronger muscles and bones and healthy hearts.

Consider helping your children get back to nature while exploring the outdoors and rich history of our area through the following camps: Camp Mawavi and Camp Mawavi Jr.: Prince William County Parks and Recreation offers outdoor adventurers a chance to enjoy more than 15,000 acres at Prince William Forest Park, a division of the National Park Service. Campers stay

active, have fun and learn about the world around them. Each week, the schedule is made up of hiking, fishing, archery, boating components and a swim day offsite. Weekly plans are then infused with activities related to the weekly theme, providing campers a chance to learn new skills and build their adventurer confidence. A bus transports children to and from the Dale City Rec Center to the camp site each day. There are both full- and half-day camps. Several weeklong sessions will be available throughout the summer. Registration begins March 7. Visit pwcparks.org for more information.

Bull Run Mountains Conservancy, Inc.: An independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization in Broad Run, Virginia, the Bull Run Mountains Conservancy protects and promotes the Bull Run Mountain through education, research and stewardship. BRMC promotes the preservation and the improvement of natural resources on the Bull Run Mountains through educational outreach, which includes some of their exciting summer camp options such as: • Budding Naturalist Camp is perfect for the youngest nature lovers! Children ages 4-6 will be exposed to the outdoors and wildlife as they explore the Bull Run Mountains.

Discovery hikes, frog and salamander

searches, stream exploration and nature crafts are sure to entertain during this half-day camp.

• Summer Naturalist Camp invites campers ages 7-12 to learn about the different plants and animals found in the Bull Run Mountains. Campers will partake in bird-watching, butterfly- and insect-collecting and even snake-handling (only if desired). This full-day camp is offered during two different sessions this summer.

Registration for all BRMC summer camps will open at the end of March. Contact 703-753-2631 or info@brmconservancy.org for more information.

Northern Virginia 4-H Center holds weeklong sleep-away camps every week during June and July at their picturesque Front Royal, Virginia location. More than 20 choices of activities are available, including canoeing, archery and performing arts during these popular camps.

The center’s camps have consistently garnered acclaim for a positive, experiential environment, with great outdoor programs and a passionate, highly skilled staff.

Registration begins March 15. It’s highly recommended that camp registration is done in person (due to a huge level of interest) at their office at 24 Pelham St. in Warrenton. Call 540341-7950.

Virginia Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts sponsors a weeklong summer conservation camp (July 7-13) for Virginia high school students (currently enrolled in grades 9-12) on the campus of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia.

The program brings together about 70 interested students for a week of learning about Virginia’s natural resources from conservation professionals and faculty from Virginia Tech. Most of the instruction is hands-on and outdoors.

Topics discussed at camp include (but are not limited to): soils, water quality, forestry, wildlife, fisheries management, beekeeping and agricultural best-management practices. Campers will also enjoy hiking, swimming and canoeing before the week culminates in a final presentation and camp awards. Family members are invited to attend the final program on the last day of camp.

To apply for 2019 Youth Conservation Camp, contact your local SWCD to receive an application and find your local application deadline. To locate your soil and water conservation district please visit vaswcd.org/districtsby-countycity. Contact Bonnie Mahl at bonnie.mahl@vaswcd.org with questions or for additional camp information.

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Swimming, sailing, paddling: So many ways to beat the heat

By Delia Engstrom Contributing Writer

When things heat up this summer, aquatic-themed summer camps are the perfect way to cool off both on and in the water.

State-of-the-art indoor aquatic facilities and outdoor pools offer countless summer swim programs for kids of all ages and abilities. Learning to swim is fun and also provides added health benefits, such as healthy heart and lungs, increased stamina and improved balance and flexibility.

According to the National Safety Council, drownings are the secondleading cause of preventable death in children under the age of 15, so participation in swim lessons -- either during the summer or year-round -is both a rewarding and safety-conscious choice.

Check with the Parks and Recreation divisions in both Fauquier (fauquiercounty.gov) and Prince William County (pwcgov.org) to find a suit-

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able location for swim lessons.

Fun, fitness and safety are not the only reasons children should learn to swim. Learning to swim also opens the door to a range of other activities that may require some basic swimming skills, such as rowing and sailing.

Some of the area’s water-focused camps include: Paddlesports Mini-Day Camp is offered through Fauquier County Parks and Recreation at Crockett Park in Midland from 9 a.m. to 12 noon June 24 through 28 Campers ages 7-14 are invited to learn the basics of canoes and kayaks while also engaging in spirited but friendly competitions. Campers should bring a snack and drink each day and have sunscreen applied. Registration is currently open at fauquiercounty.gov The WARF: Warrenton Aquatic Recreation Facility is a 59,738-squarefoot building featuring an 11-lane, 25-yard-by-25 meter, 364,000-gallon indoor competition pool; a 3,600-gallon therapeutic spa and a 68,000-gal-

lon leisure pool with a water slide, lazy river, vortex and a zero-depth entry for easy entrance by toddlers, seniors and those in wheelchairs. • Junior Lifeguard Camp is a weeklong opportunity for those ages 10-14 who are interested in learning the ins and outs of lifeguarding, including: water safety, aquatic environment hazards, water rescue and first aid skills. Participants will work alongside the WARF Lifeguard staff and gain valuable future job skills while having a lot of fun. For information, contact Susie Garneau sgarneau@warrentonva.gov. Register on-

line at warfonline.com Prince William Crew Association: A 501(c)(3) organization based at the Oxford Boat House in Lake Ridge, is home of several local high school and adult crew programs. The boat house also serves as a launch pad for future rowers via their summer camps.

Learn to Row Novice Camps are held for rising seventh through 12thgrade students who have no high school rowing experience. This funfilled camp teaches basic rowing strokes and racing strategy on the Occoquan River. Campers will learn

about the equipment and vocabulary used in crew as they work as a team within their boat. The program is led by experienced coaches and high school rowers who volunteer with the program.

One-week programs occur from the middle of June until the middle of August, from 9-11 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 9 a.m. to noon on Fridays. Experienced rowers (with one spring season of high school crew completed) can sign up for sculling (one-week sessions) and small-boat camps (four- and eightweek sessions) occurring Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Visit pwcacamps.org for more information on registration dates.

Quantico Marina is located on the Potomac River and hosts Youth Sailing Camp for kids 11 to 17. The focus is on boating operations, rigging, navigation, safety, knot-tying and more. Completion of the camp results in a Skipper (B) license.

There are four two-week sessions scheduled each summer from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Only 12 students are permitted in each session on a first-come, first-served basis. Students who have never participated in the camp will re-

ceive consideration before those who have already taken and completed the program. Repeat students will be placed on a waiting list. The last day of camp involves campers taking parents out on the water. Children of active-duty and retired military are $250 per session, children of DOD civilians are $300. Register in person beginning April 2 at the marina, which is located at the end of Potomac Avenue in the town of Quantico. Call 703-784-2359 for more information.

Junior Lifeguard Camps are offered through Prince William County Parks and Recreation at a number of locations around the county. SplashDown Waterpark, Waterworks Waterpark, Veterans Memorial Park pool and at Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center all offer programs for youth ages 11-14. Students gain valuable “on-the-job” training in the areas of recognizing emergencies, introductory lifeguarding skills (certification not included), including first aid and CPR and effective communication with guests.

T-shirt and whistle are provided.

Visit pwcgov.org to register for a suitable date and location to learn these life-saving skills.

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Half Day Camp ($125): 9 AM - 11:30 AM A three day camp designed for the golfer ages 5-10. First two days are instruction and games - Thursday is a 9-hole scramble.

Full Day Camp ($250): 9 AM - 3 PM A three day camp designed for the more experienced golfer ages 9-15 who have previous on-course experience. Instruction & games in the morning, 9-hole scramble in the afternoon.

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Get in the game with sport camps Summer camps are an opportunity for kids to improve on athletic skills in their favorite sport or try out a variety of options to find the perfect fit.

According to LeagueNetwork. com, involvement in sports offers more than just physical benefits. Participating in a sport also: Develops self-esteem: A high-five, pat on the back, thumbs up, or even a nod of approval – these are simple gestures that can help build confidence in kids. You’ll often see these signals come from teammates and coaches when they want to recognize someone for a job well done. Kids also develop self-confidence the more they learn about themselves and their abilities.

Provides regular exercise: Tell a child to exercise and they may put up a fight. Exercise does, after all, sound like work.

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argument. When kids play sports, they probably don’t even realize how much healthier they are becoming. They are building stamina and endurance. Their hearts are getting healthier thanks to all the aerobic activity, and they’re maintaining a healthy body weight, which will help them ward off diseases associated with obesity.

Promotes teamwork: The ability to work well with others is a skill that youth athletes will learn playing sports; they will bring it with them throughout their entire lives.

Teaches time management: Youth athletes have been observed to be better students. Through sports, kids learn about time management and discipline.

Summer sports camps offer opportunities for both team and individual sports suited for every athletic ability.

Haymarket Iceplex offers Learnto-Skate fun camps from June through August for 6- to 12-yearolds. Beginning to intermediate

hockey and ice skating are offered.

In addition to skills, camp fun may include relay races, tag, sharks and minnows, sled fun, balls on ice, pool noodles fun, ice markers fun and obstacle courses. Both morning and full-day camp options are available; just remember to dress appropriately and have a helmet. Visit haymarketiceplex.com for more information or call 703-753-4423.

Fauquier County Parks and Recreation is dedicated to the enhancement of the quality of life for all people in Fauquier County. Register for all Fauquier County Parks and Recreation summer camps at fauquiercounty.gov. Many sports camps are offered throughout the summer including: • Bambino Blastball is an excellent introductory game for T-ball.

This camp is held at Vint Hill Village Green and offers plenty of action for youngsters, teaching the basic concepts of T-ball with foam bats, no gloves and squeaky bases! After campers learn the basics, let the

games begin! Campers should bring water and a healthy snack.

• Little Tigers Karate Mini Camp will develop a solid foundation of karate basics, but also allow campers to learn a practice of selfcontrol, self-discipline and respect.

Benefits of karate include physical development, positive character development and healthy habits, a sense of justice and confidence.

WYSC (Warrenton Youth Sports Club) Soccer Camp is designed to help players ages 6-13 take their playing to a higher level.

The younger future soccer stars will focus on developing the foundation skills of soccer: dribbling, ball control, kicking, shooting and passing. Older players will advance to receiving balls, one-on-one attack, tackling and heading. Each skill is taught using a variety of methods, increasing the level of challenge as the player refines the skill. Eventually, the player is asked to perform the skill under match conditions. Older players are also taught soccer tactics and the basics of team play, including combination plays, ball possession, defending as a group and speed of play. Check wysc.org to register

online.

Prince William County Parks and Recreation encourages children to build relationships with one another, their counselors and the world around them. Through their summer camp programs, children try new things, build self-confidence, stay active and develop skills that they will continue to use throughout their lifetime. Sports-centered camps are offered around the county all summer long at locations like: • Locust Shade Park in Triangle presents two age levels of tennis camps in partnership with the U.S. Tennis Association, Mid-Atlantic Section. Expert instruction, match play, and rules and etiquette will be covered. Modified equipment (mini nets and smaller court sizes) will be used for both the Tiny Shots and Junior Tennis camps. Both camps are ideal for beginner to intermediate level athletes. Loaner equipment is provided.

• Lake Ridge Golf Course hosts The First Tee, which has a mission to impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices

WHO ARE WE? We have provided a Christian education in a nurturing environment for over 30 years.

The caring staff, together with our students and their families, offer an optimum setting for children to grow spiritually, academically and physically.

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through the game of golf. The following four-day camps are offered from mid-June through mid-August.

PLAYer camps are the entry level option for campers ages 7-17. They will be introduced to the game of golf with special emphasis on learning golf and rules and etiquette of the sport. PAR welcomes campers ages

9-17 who have previously been certified at the PLAYer level. This camp will build on the skills learned earlier as they focus on more advanced golf skills, interpersonal communication and self-management skills. Register for these Prince William County Parks and Rec camps and more online at pwcgov.org.

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Arts camps let kids perform, create, learn When you combine creative pursuits and camp, what do you get? The answer is ARTS—A Really Terrific Summer! Children love engaging in activities that center around using their imagination, whether putting pen to paper, paintbrush to canvas or performing on a stage.

According to the International Child Art Foundation, research indicates that a child who is exposed to the arts acquires a special ability to think creatively, be original, discover, innovate, and create intellectual property—key attributes for individual success and social prosperity in the 21st century.

Luckily, a wide range of summer camps are available to let creativity flow this summer.

Allegro is a nonprofit art school in Warrenton that brings the arts to life in Fauquier County and surrounding areas. Through education, performance and community partnerships, they strive to develop the “whole artist.” Every summer Allegro offers a multitude of camps for all ages. At each camp, students have opportunities to experience something new, improve existing

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skills and have fun while doing it.

• Princess Camp is geared to firstthrough fifth-graders. Campers will explore the world of all things princess through music, dance, crafts and acting. Of course, campers will dress up in costumes, too!

• Theater Intensive Performance Camp is three-week immersive camp for ages 8-18. Camp runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., as students learn all about musical theater in preparation for a performance at the end of camp.

• Rock Camp is open to middle and

JK-8 Summer Camps 2019 June 17-28: “Summer Fun” July 15-26: “Destinations” July 29-August 9: “Ready to Launch” Offering full and half day summer camps!

Registration begins Friday March 1st at www.wakefieldschool.org/summer 8

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high schoolers with a solid, working skill on an instrument. Together campers learn to play in a band, write songs and work in a recording studio. The week will end with a performance for family and friends. Other camps scheduled include cartooning and a Harry Potter camp. Contact Lachelle Yoder (lachelle@allegrocsa.org) to register or call 540-349-5088.

Fauquier Community Theatre is a nonprofit organization located in the Vint Hill Theatre. They mount an ambitious schedule of plays and musicals

all year.

• “Fame The Musical Jr.”: a twoweek musical theater camp for ages 10-17. Following the international acclaim of the hit motion picture, television series and stage show, “Fame The Musical Jr.” is nothing short of a global phenomenon. It features a high-energy, contemporary pop score (which includes the hit title song) and a touching coming-of-age story. FCT’s production is with special arrangement by Music Theatre International. Registration for “Fame The Musical Jr.” is very limited and first-come, first-serve.

• Take Center Stage is designed to showcase the talents of young performers. Camp will consist of singing, dancing and acting. All registrations will be accepted, and each camper will be “showcased,” in songs, scenes and roles. The campers will be asked to attend a pre-camp meeting. Email the Fauquier Community Theatre at info@ FCTstage.org or call 540-349-8760.

Fauquier County Parks and Recreation will offer a Tiny Tots Craft Camp at Marshall Community Center from June 17-21. This camp is avail-

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able for 3- to 7-year-olds who want to let their imagination run wild as they express themselves through arts and crafts. Painting, coloring, and gluing are of few of the fun things they will do as they create a different craft each day. Tiny tots should bring a snack and a drink. Register online at fauquiercounty.gov.

Hylton Performing Arts Center is located on the Manassas campus of George Mason University. The 85,000-square-foot venue serves the community with beautiful theater and gallery spaces.

• GMU holds a Technical Theater Bootcamp at the center for one week in July for those over 15 years old. During that week, students will learn about technical production from the professional staff of the Hylton Performing Arts Center and guest instructors. Topics covered include essential skills of technical production including good practices for safe and efficient crew operations and how to provide technical, design and strike support. Students can earn a Certificate of Technical Theater Training and qualify for consideration as an intern at the Hylton Performing Arts Center. For more information,

please contact Susan Landess, email slandess@gmu.edu or call 703-9939344.

The Center for the Arts is located in the old Hopkins Candy Factory in Old Town Manassas. This summer, The Pied Piper Theatre will run two summer intensive theater programs (dates to be announced) that give campers a chance to work both on the stage and behind the curtain. Other themed theater summer camp programs are also available for kids of all ages. Every summer the center also schedules a wide range of traditional and media arts camps. Their 2019 calendar will include camps focused on drawing, painting, photography and more.

• Plein Air Painting will be offered by the Center for the Arts, but will be held at Windy Knoll Farm, a 100-acre working farm in Nokesville. Working both in the field and within an on-site studio, students will take inspiration from nature, regardless of weather.

Set-up, tools and techniques of plein air painting will be introduced. Additional summer camps will also be held at Windy Knoll Farm. Call 703-330-2787 to check for registration dates or visit them online at center-for-the-arts.org

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Stave off summer brain-drain with STEM camp STEM-based summer camps offer campers—and parents—an opportunity to slow the “brain drain” that occurs each summer. Students potentially lose the academic progress they’ve gained over the previous school year and it can take weeks to get back on track once school begins again in the fall.

Students involved in “hands-on, minds-on” STEM summer camps usually have so much fun, they forget they are also learning valuable skills. The skills gained at STEM-based camps may prepare them for a future in science, technology, engineering or math pursuits. STEM jobs will see a 13 percent increase between now and 2027.

The greater Washington D.C. area is a thriving hub of all things science and technology related, which translates into a wide variety of camp options as well.

Lord Fairfax Community College Workforce Solutions offers educational programs and enrichment ex-

periences in partnership with industry experts. Through its Workforce Solutions division it gives children the ability to learn through divergent thinking, cognitive reasoning and self-empowerment. Campers will gain skills that are beneficial in a technologically driven society.

Week-long camps include coding, virtual reality, media production and drones, in addition to new offerings such as: • Battle Royale: Make Your First Fortnight Style Video Game. Students will work in teams, using professional 3-D game development software to build levels and battle sequences.

• Advanced Robotics. Applying visual and text-based programming to control your robot. Students will observe, experiment, test, and modify their robots while applying coding concepts.

• eSports Apprentice – YouTube Streamers and Gamers offers campers a chance to use Black Rocket’s eS-

ports app, develop competitive game play skills, use streaming software and practice online safety.

All of the above camps are offered in half-day options and cost $209. Camps are divided into age groups ranging from 8-17 and are offered at both the Fauquier and Middletown campus locations. Scholarships are available for eligible students while funds last. Register online now at LFCCWorkforce. com or call 540-868-7021 Boys and Girls Club of Fauquier is helping shape the lives of hundreds of youth with its world-class programs.

The programs encourage campers to be their best as they develop critical life skills through several STEM summer camp options offered between June 10 and Aug. 2 (closed week of July 1).

DIY STEM is a hands-on, activitybased curriculum that connects youth ages 9 to 12 to science themes they encounter regularly. Special attention is paid to connections of theory and ap-

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CAMPS OFFERED THIS YEAR June 17 - 21 Master Artist – ages 4 - 11* June 24 - 28 Gadgets and Gismos, and Spectacular Explosions - ages 4-11 July 1-5 (Short Week Camp Fee $160) Miraculous Music Makers, Ages 4 - 11 July 8 - 12 Wild West Camp, ages 4 - 11

July 15 -19 Brick Building 101 ages 4 - 5 * Milo in Lego ® Land Jr. Lego Robotics ages 6 - 7* A Hawaiian Treasure Hunt Lego ® Robotics, ages 8 -12*

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We offer 8 weeks of terrific summer camps with an exciting new theme each week for campers ages 4 – 11. Lego Robotics Camp and Master Chef Camp are open to campers up to age 12. Campers may attend every week or may register for the weeks they wish to attend. Campers who register for 6 weeks or more by June 17, 2019, will receive a 10% discount on the basic camp fee. Campers do not have to attend Fresta Valley Christian School in order to attend camp.

Each day consists of a morning devotion and many varied activities which will include the opportunity to learn something new, exercise the camper’s creativity, invent, make new friends, and have tons of fun! Each week includes Bible stories, field trips, and all kinds of projects and activities.

July 22 - 26 Fun and Games Sports Camp, ages 4 - 11

For an extra fee, campers can opt for before and/or after care or bus transpiration. Before and after care is by the hour between 7:00 am and 9:00 am and in the afternoon between 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Bus transportation is from Warrenton. Pick up is at 8:30 am and drop off time is 3:30.

July 29 - August 2 Sizzling Chef, ages 4 - 7 * Master Chef, ages 8 - 12 *

* The basic camp fee is $200 per week. The Lego® Camps and Chef Camps have an additional $25 supply fee. Before and After Care are $5 per hour. Bus transportation from Warrenton is $45 per week.

August 5-9 Beyond Camp ages 4-11

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plication and the common interactions members have with these scientific principles. DIY STEM includes five modules: Energy and Electricity, Engineering Design, Food Chemistry and Science of Sports: Football.

Youth who might otherwise not have access to STEM experiences enjoy simple, fun, hands-on activities.

Girls Who Code. Learn about the basics of computer science and some of the awesome women who use technology to create amazing things. Campers will work together to create cool projects and complete challenges.

Each meeting will kick off with exploring computer science and design through a discussion of parts of the book “​Learn to Code and Change the World.”​ Fun, interactive activities will challenge campers to unleash their creativity and personality.

Two different Girls Who Code programs are available one for thirdthrough fifth-graders and the other

Campers who register for 6 weeks or more by June 17, 2019, will receive a 10% discount on the basic camp fee.

Our camps take place on our beautiful campus at Fresta Valley Christian School.

This year we are excited to be using our brand-new gym for part of our activities.

FRESTA VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS DIRECTOR: Judy Martin E-MAIL: fvcssummercamps@ frestavalley.org PHONE: (540) 364-1929 Address: 6428 Wilson Rd., Marshall VA, 20115 WEBSITE: www.frestavalley.org/ summer-camps

for middle- and high-schoolers. Highschool students looking for volunteer hours are always welcome to inquire about mentoring for these programs.

Boys and Girls Club of Fauquier camps take place all summer long at its Warrenton location, at 169 Keith St. Monthly rate is $250, weekly rate $100, daily rate $25. Enrollment is open to the public March 1 and financial aid is available. Register in person or online at bgcfauquier.org Fauquier County Parks and Recreation is dedicated to the enhancement of the quality of life for all people in Fauquier County. A variety of STEM camps are offered at various dates and times throughout the summer. For kids who love to throw on a detective hat and investigate mysteries, check out: • CSI (Cool Science Investigate) Campers will be captivated while exploring forensic science by using investigation techniques and the scientific method. Campers will learn how to solve daily mysteries behind crime scene tape and will be introduced to various topics to forensic science like DNA analysis, crime scene analysis and profiling. Youth ages 5-13 can participate in CSI and will be grouped by age/skill level. Camp will take place

from July 14-19 at the Vint Hill Community Center. Half- and full-day camp options are available. County residents are $380, all others $570. Visit fauquiercounty.gov or call 540-422-8550 to register.

NOVA SySTEMic is led by STEM teachers and college students enrolled in STEM programs. Its STEM Camp program introduces Science, Technology, Engineering and Math to thousands of grade-school students. Camps are focused on hands-on, project-based learning that provides students with excellent opportunities to begin exploring STEM fields and to chart a course for future STEM education and workforce opportunities. One-week camps are $315 and child care is available 7:459 a.m. and 4-5:30 p.m. at the rate of $25 per week for either, $50 per week for both. Registration is open now at campscui.active.com/orgs/SySTEMicSolutions or call 703-530-3505 • ILITE stands for Inspiring Leaders in Technology and Engineering. This engaging camp is run by Professor and Coach Gail Drake at Battlefield High School. Drake is the head of the FRC Robotics program, which is world-renowned and holds many awards. Several camps for kindergarten through

12th graders are available during the month of June, including: • Cyber Defense puts middle and high school students in the position of newly hired IT professionals tasked with managing the network of a small company. Students are given a set of virtual images that represent operating systems and are tasked with finding cyber security vulnerabilities within the images and hardening the system while maintaining critical services.

Campers in grades six-12 are welcome.

This camp will run in the afternoons between June 17-21 and costs $165.

• Bots is a new camp that challenges older students to learn how a basic robot works. They are introduced to the world of electronics in a prototyping format and how to program in BASIC. Students will be taught to build their own sensory arrays to help the robot navigate its environment. This camp will run in the mornings during the week of June 24-28 and is open to

Fun, Affordable Programs for ages 2-15 Sports and Fitness Camps Traditional Day Camps Arts and Education Just for the Little Ones Adventure Full day camps include built-in before and after care for your convenience 6:30 am to 6:30 pm each day!

sixth through 12th graders for $150.

All camps take place at Battlefield High School, located at 15000 Graduation Drive, Haymarket. Visit ilite.us/ outreach/Summer Ca mps for all su m mer c a m p opt ions and for contact i n for mation.

Community Destination for Lifelong Health and Wellness, Fitness, Recreation and Athletics No Initiation Fees or Hidden Charges

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YOU ARE INVITED TO A SUMMER OF EXPLORATION, LEARNING AND FUN!

Outdoor Adventures Themed Activities Clubs and Mini Sessions Water Play and Swimming Arts and Crafts June 10-14 Half-Day Equestrian June 17-21 Equestrian Show Camp July 1-5 Adventure Camp July 8-12 Adventure Camp July 15-19 Half-Day Equestrian Camp July 22-26 Full-Day Equestrian Camp

Field Trips Minnieland Academy @ Heathcote 15040 Heathcote Boulevard, Haymarket, VA 20169 703-753-9690 | heathcote@minnieland.com Minnieland Academy @ Dominion Valley 5255 Merchants View Square, Haymarket, VA 20169 703-753-7480 |dominionvalley@minnieland.com

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History-focused camps combine learning and fun Prince William County’s Historic Preservation Division offers a variety of half-day camps for kids ages 8-13 to discover the history of Prince William County. Campers experience the daily life, routines and struggles of those who lived in the area in previous centuries.

Technology through the Ages Camp at Ben Lomond Technology has been around since ancient times, it was just different than the technology we use today.

From July 8-12, campers will learn about the technologies used for hunting, cooking, warfare, health and more throughout Virginia’s history.

The camp will cover history and science from Virginia’s early settlement through the 20th century with handson activities, crafts, games and more.

Civil War Homefront Camp The Homefront Camp will be held at the Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre in Bristow from July 22-26.

The camp is designed to give participants a feel for life as a young person

while fathers and older brothers are off fighting the Civil War. Activities will include farm chores, food, court day, 19th century fishing, letters to loved ones, sewing and needle work.

On the last day, participants will have a community picnic with homemade ice cream.

Life at Historic Rippon Lodge Summer Camp What was it like to live at Rippon Lodge in Woodbridge 270 years ago?

What happened on the farm? What did children learn, eat, make, or do to contribute to the household so long ago? What did the Blackburns do to survive difficult periods of weather?

Campers encounter life at the Blackburn’s homestead during the Colonial era at Rippon Lodge’s four-day camp.

Between July 29 and Aug. 1, campers will experience all new hands-on activities, crafts, chores and more. Registration for these and other Historic Preservation Division camps can be completed on line once registration opens on March 7 at pwcparks.org

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Beating the end of camp blues Camp is an action-packed adventure. Each day brings new and exciting opportunities for growth and accomplishment. At the same time, strong bonds of friendship and community are developing. It truly is a life-changing experience. And when the embers of the last campfire have cooled, and campers make their way home, often children experience a mild case of the “end of camp blues.”

The blues are not uncommon — causing some children to be tired, moody, quieter than usual, or even irritable or grumpy. The American Camp Association® recommends the following tips for families to help ease the transition from camp to home: Help them relax and adjust to the

slower pace of non-camp life. Suggest they take a warm shower and get plenty of rest. Plan to have an “old favorite” for dinner.

Encourage reconnecting with friends from home. Volunteer to set up play dates and get-togethers to help re-establish a sense of belonging with friends they haven’t seen in a long time.

Allow your child to write, email or call camp friends. Many camps encourage campers to exchange email and IM addresses with one another. Parents should make sure to oversee their child’s online activities, and make sure that all camp policies are being followed.

Be open and available to talk about camp. Allow your children to reflect on their friends, their favorite moment at camp, and what they miss most about camp. Sharing experiences and feelings will help them feel connected to you, and will make the transition easier.

Organize a small “reunion.” Get-

ting together with local camp friends can help reassure your child that though his or her friends are out of sight, they are not out of mind!

If your child gets the blues, remember that they miss camp because they had fun — and they enjoyed taking healthy risks in a safe and nurturing environment. And, it is normal for them to miss their camp family the same way they missed their home family at camp. By being supportive and understanding, families can ease the sadness and help campers adjust to life at home. And, families can help campers remember that next summer is not that far away.

Reprinted by permission of the American Camp Association. ©2019, American Camping Association, Inc., a national organization with more than 12,000 individual members and 3,000 member camps. ACA is committed to collaborating with those who believe in quality camp and outdoor experiences for children, youth, and adults.

Summer at Lasley Centre

Instructors from American Ballet Theatre and Europe offering a full course of dance classes in Ballet, Character, Pointe, Partnering, Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning as well as music and art classes taught by renowned artists.

Please visit our website at lasleycentre.com for additional information.

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FUN FOR ALL AGES AT THE WARF! Membership Not Required

Come for the Day!

SUMMER

Need to plan activities for your groups this Summer?

Reserve your 2 hour swim time at the WARF at a discounted rate when reservation is made for groups of 10 or more. Contact Alyson DeGroot @ adegroot@warrentonva.gov for details.

WITH CAMP CHOICES FOR ALL AGES AND SKILL LEVELS, SCHOOL OF ROCK IS THE PERFECT SUMMER ACTIVITY FOR YOUR CHILD. OUR SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS ARE PERFORMANCE-BASED, MEANING STUDENTS LEARN TO PLAY BY REHEARSING AND PERFORMING TOGETHER IN A FUN ENVIRONMENT. FROM BEGINNER CAMPS TO SONGWRITING AND THEMED CAMPS, WE OFFER A WIDE VARIETY OF OPTIONS TO ENSURE YOUR CHILD HAS AN AMAZING, IMMERSIVE MUSICAL EXPERIENCE. SIGN UP YOUR CHILD NOW AND WATCH THEM BECOME A MUSICIAN THIS SUMMER.

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TOWN OF WARRENTON Parks & Recreation

WARF Warrenton Aquatic & Recreation Facility

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SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB FAUQUIERFAUQUIER SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB Dedicated to Your Exceptional Experience

summer camps JUNE 17-21 | JULY 8-12 9AM-3PM DAILY

Experience Fauquier Springs Country Club’s hands-on, interactive summer camps that focus on team-building.

Kids will enjoy swimming, golf, tennis, nature walks and even a “taste” of growing vegetables in the onsite garden.

AGES 6-12

$350 per session (first 25 campers to register) $400 per session (second 25 campers to register) Includes camp t-shirt, all supplies, lunches and snacks

Register your kids today!

Deadline for June camp is May 15. Deadline for July camp is June 15.

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