2024 La Crescent-Hokah Youth Summer Adventure Guide

City of La Crescent Park & Rec (Pg: 2-11)

City of La Crescent Park & Rec (Pg: 2-11)

La Crescent Public Library (Pg: 12) La Crescent Public Library (Pg: 12)

City of Hokah Park & Rec (Pg: 13 & 14)

City of Hokah Park & Rec (Pg: 13 & 14)

La Crescent-Hokah Community La Crescent-Hokah Community

Education Youth Enrichment (Pg: 16-26)

Education Youth Enrichment (Pg: 16-26)

BIKE BIKE RODEO RODEO

SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

9:00AM-11:00AM

Raindate:Sunday,June2,2:00-4:00pm

LA CRESCENT-HOKAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

South Parking Lot - 504 S. Oak Street

Get ready for safe summer bike riding! The Bike Shoppe, the City of La Crescent, La Crescent Police Department, Houston County Public Health, and La Crescent-Hokah Community Education have organized this fun event for children to bring their bikes to as we kick off summer! Children will go through stations to get their bike and helmet checked over, traverse the safety demonstration course, learn proper biking etiquette, and enter to win prizes!

Cookie Decorating With Ruby June Sweets

Join Melissa, the owner of Ruby June Sweets, for an evening of decorating cookies! This is a guided sugar cookie decorating class that is Beach themed in June and Autumn themed in September. Cookie Kits include: 6 cookies to decorate and 4 icing colors This is a fun class to do with your family! All ages are welcome

All children must be accompanied by an adult Space is limited, call and register today!

High School FACS Room

Thursday, June 13

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Cost: $30.00 per kit

Class #: 0325-21

High School FACS Room

Thursday, September 12

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Cost: $30.00 per kit

Class #: 0325-22

La Crescent-Hokah Community Education

Wee Play Games!

Ages 3-5 (Not entering K)

Have a blast at this active and quick paced program! Get those little feet moving while we learn and play together! We will play old favorites like “What Time is it Mr. Fox?,” “Red Light, Green Light,” and “Simon Says,” as well as practice our gross motor skills with fun obstacle courses!

Instructor: Beth Theede

Elementary School Field (Small ES Gym if inclement weather)

Mondays | June 3, 10, 17, 24

5:45 - 6:30pm

Cost $24 per student | Class #3804

Parent Tot Swim

Ages 1-4 and a Parent!

Get in the water with your little kiddo this summer for some aqua-fun! There will be songs, water-acquaintance activities for the toddlers, beginning swimming skills for the older children, and plenty of splashing and water fun! Sign up early because space is very limited!

La Crescent Aquatic Center

Cost: $45 - Choose your session!

Tuesdays

June 4- July 9

5:00 - 5:30pm

Class #8209

5:30 - 6:00pm

Class #8209-01

ECFE In the Park

We are gathering in the park, and we hope that you will join us We’ll have a craft to enjoy and a book we can share, but you can choose just to enjoy the equipment, friends, and sunshine, too.

Fridays:

June 7 & 21

July 12 & 26

August 9

9:00am - 10:30am

Wednesdays

June 5- July 10

5:00 - 5:30pm

Class #8107

5:30 - 6:00pm

Class #8107-01

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Handmade Crafts for Dad

Grades K - 4

Instructor: BernieWindschitl

In this 90 minute class, students will make a special craft to give to their Dads or special person in their life for Father’s day. All materials and a light snack will be provided for students

Elementary School Cafeteria

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Cost: $24 per student

Kindergarten & Grade

Wednesday, June 12

Class #3100-11

Grades 2 - 4

Friday, June 14

Class #3100-12

Teddy Bear and Me Picnic Grades

K - 4

Instructor: BernieWindschitl

There is going to be a picnic! Join in on the fun, bring along your favorite teddy bear or fluffy friend.

Students will help create delicious treats and drinks, pack a picnic basket and go on a picnic There will also be fun activities 10:00am - 11:30am

La Crescent-Hokah District Office

Cost: $22 per student

Kindergarten & Grade 1

Tuesday, August 13

Class #3711-05

Grades 2 - 4

Thursday, August 15

Class #3711-06

Edible Art | Grades K - 5

Instructor: BernieWindschitl

Who says you can’t play with your food?

Come and create your edible masterpieces

Your child will learn how to create appetizers that are edible and part creative artwork

This is not a peanut/nut-free class

Please contact us with any food allergies your child may have

Elementary School Cafeteria

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Cost: $18 per student

Kindergarten & Grade 1

Tuesday, June 25

Class #3124-02

Grades 2- 4

Thursday, June 27

Class #3124-01

Garden Explorers

Grades 1-2

Instructor:AmySherrill~GROWProgram Coordinator&Educator

Join GROW in the garden as we explore nature and wellness in the outdoors! By spending time in the La Crescent-Hokah school garden, your child will learn how to care for the garden, harvest, and make new recipes to taste. They will also be creating a couple garden crafts while enjoying the outdoor space. Dress for the weather along with a hat and sunglasses. Bring along a water bottle and snack (if needed)

Elementary Cafeteria & GROW Garden

Tuesday, July 16 - Thursday, July 18

9:00am - 10:30am

Cost: $39 per student

Class #: 3325-02

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Summer Spanish Camp

Grades 1-3

Instructor:HeatherRozman

Children will discover the joy of learning Spanish in this immersive summer class! This class ensures a fun and engaging way for children to build their Spanish vocabulary and love for learning a new language through themed vocabulary, art projects, games, music, movement and more. Designed for kids who know some or no words in Spanish.

Instructor: Jodi Halverson

Loops & Looms - Potholders

Girls & Boys Grades 1-4

Instructor:JodiHalverson

Join us for a fun-filled class of color, texture, and creativity as we create handmade potholders. We will begin with the basics of potholder weaving, and then we will learn how to use a simple loom and loop hook to create fun potholders that reflect each student’s personality

Elementary School Media Center 1st Grade

Monday, June 17

Elementary School Conference Rm

Mondays -Thursday, June 24-27

10:00am - 10:45am

Cost: $24 per student

Class #: 3002-02

{YEL!} Robotics: Scout ‘Bots Grades 1-

5

Build and code space rovers to scout out Mars, the moon, and other extraterrestrial environments Also, create a dragster and volcano alarm to learn basic computer programming while having fun! Let’s go! {YEL!}’s Teach It! Practice It! Play It!® classroom method emphasizes 21st Century Learning skills like STEM, teamwork, and problem solving. Visit YELKids.com for more information.

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Elementary School Room #219

Monday-Thursday, July 8-11

9:00am-12:00pm

Cost: $118 per student

Class #3905-01

Cost $14 | Class #0604-05

Grades 2- 4

Monday, June 17 12:30pm - 1:30pm

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Cost $14 | Class #0604-06

{YEL !} Track & Field Decathlon

Grades 1-4

YEL Track and Field Decathlon Fast-paced and inclusive (everyone participates) YEL’s Teach It, Practice It, Play It® approach teaches players new skills each class practices those skills and then use them in safe track and field events ( javelin, discus, shot put, long jump, relay race and more)

SAFETY is our first rule We use foam padded javelins and safety hurdles, as well as lightweight safety shot put and discus materials. Get set...GO! Sign up today!

High School Track 1:00-2:30pm

Monday- Thursday, July 22-25

Cost: $96 per student

Class # 3731

Future Lancer Football Camp

Girls & Boys Grades K-6

Head football coach Terry Donovan, his staff, and the high school Lancer players will lead this exciting opportunity to get ready for FOOTBALL! The camp provides a great experience for kids to practice skills and play a variety of games and activitiesall while having fun! Players need tennis shoes, a water bottle, and lots of Lancer team spirit!

High School Practice Field

Monday -Wednesday, August 5-7

Future Lancers Wrestling Camp

Girls & Boys Grades 1-6

The Lancer high school wrestling team and coaches, as well as Mat Club Youth coaches, are once again teaming up to bring young wrestlers the chance to sharpen their grappling skills! The young wrestlers will have a chance to learn and refine basic skills and fundamentals of the sport, as well as sportsmanship and the importance of a team All kids interested in wrestling are welcome! Bring a water bottle!

Elementary New Gym

Monday-Thursday July 29 - August 1

Cost $34

Class #3714-04 5:30pm-7:00pm

Future Lancer Basketball Camp

Girls & Boys Grades 1-4

Join the Lancer Boys and Girls Basketball teams this summer for some exciting time on the court! All kids interested in basketball are invited to join us! Players will learn basic skills, fundamentals and techniques of the game; such as shooting, passing and ball handling along with team concepts, all while having fun! This camp is co-ed Bring water bottles!

6:00pm-8:00pm

Cost: $45

Class #3716-02

Future Lancer Youth Soccer

Girls & Boys Grades 1-4

Join new Soccer Varsity Head Coach Jenny LaRue and her team to learn the basic skills of soccer and practice teamwork. The camp provides a great opportunity to improve coordination and participate in fun soccer games and activities. Players should wear shin guards and cleats if they have them, and bring a water bottle!

Monday, July 29 - Thursday, August 1

Elementary School - New Gym 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Cost $45

Class #3713-03

Monday-Thursday, August 5-8

9:00am-10:30am

Cost: $45 per player

Class #3403-10 High School Fields (ES Gym if rain)

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Keep It Up With Apple Learning Center!

Grades 1st-3rd, 4th-6th

Don’t let yourself fall down the “SUMMER SLIDE”! Help keep up with your hard earned reading and math progress and skills this summer with Ms Paige as she makes learning fun with reading, educational games, and great activities! Join Apple Learning Center owner, licensed teacher, and former MN Reading Corps tutor Ms. Paige Schoepel to keep those skills fresh! Sign up for one or two classes per week per session! *Space is limited! Register early!

9:00am - 11:00am Corky's Banquet Room

Session 1: June 10-28

Session 2: July 8-26

Cost: $38 - One day per week per session

$76 - Two days per week per session

Grades 1st-3rd: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays

Grades 4th-6th: Mondays and/or Wednesdays

When registering, please indicate session, grade, and day(s) per week.

**Need to miss a class? Contact us for make up options!

My FIRST Lego Camp Grades 4

My FIRST Lego Camp Grades 4

& 5

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Design, build and program with our new Lego® Spike Prime robots Students will learn the basics of building and programming a robot.

Design, build and program with our new Lego® Spike Prime robots Students will learn the basics of building and programming a robot

NOTE: If you’re entering 5th grade, and have participated in Lego League, and feel strong on basics, you may register for SumoBots Camp

NOTE: If you’re entering 5th grade, and have participated in Lego League, and feel strong on basics, you may register for SumoBots Camp

High School Classroom 34

High School Classroom 34

Monday, June 3 – Friday, June 7

Monday, June 3 – Friday, June 7

10:00am - 12:00pm

Cost:

Sumo Bots Camp Grades 6-8

Sumo Bots Camp Grades 6-8

Sumo Bots are a modern twist on the ancient Japanese sport of Sumo Wrestling You will build a small robot and compete in a ring, attempting to push another robot out of the ring. We will work on design and programming skills to create your champion bot!

Sumo Bots are a modern twist on the ancient Japanese sport of Sumo Wrestling You will build a small robot and compete in a ring, attempting to push another robot out of the ring We will work on design and programming skills to create your champion bot!

Elementary School 2nd Floor Mesanine

Elementary School 2nd Floor Mesanine

Monday, July 22 – Friday, July 26

Monday, July 22 – Friday, July 26

Cost: $65 per student

Class #: 3704 10:00am - 12:00pm

$65 per student

Class #: 3704

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•Enticekidstothinklikeengineers

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•Buildself-esteemandconfidence

•Buildself-esteemandconfidence

•Providehands-onlearning

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Cost: $75 per student

Cost: $75 per student

Class #: 3704-01 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Class #: 3704-01 1:30pm - 4:00pm

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La Crescent- Hokah Community Education and Appleseed Community Theater Present:

Camp Kids On Stage!

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ThisSummer,participantswillpresentthemusicalSchoolHouseRock!

Studentswillparticipateinathreeweekimmersionprogramlearningbothbasicsoftheatre, commonterminology,andwillgetstartedwithlearningabouttheproduction.

Next,studentswilllearnabouttheauditionprocess,andthenwillauditionfortheirpartsinthe show.Classtimewillthenfocusmorespecificallyonlearningthescriptaswellasthemusic. Studentswillbedividedintosmallergroupsbyage.Studentswillmeetdailyforrehearsalsfrom 1:00pm-4:00pm.

A team from Appleseed Community Theatre, high school theatre students, musicians, choreographers, Community Education staff and more will all be assisting with this program!

AllstudentswillreceiveaCampKidsonStageT-shirt,theirownscriptbook,two showtickets, aDVDoftheshowandonlineaccesstoprofessionalphotogallery!

**This year, daily rehearsals will be at the Elementary School Mezzanine and classrooms, due to ongoing HVAC work at the Secondary School. Location of performances will be announced in August, based upon HVAC project progress.

Monday - Friday

August 5 - August 22 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cost: $100 per Student

Includes: Camp t-shirt, pictures and video!

Shows:

Friday, August 23 @ 7:00pm

Saturday, August 24 @2:00pm

Tickets:

Adults $10 | Children $5 (Ages 3-17)

Grades 1-4 Class # 0409 | Grades 5-9 Class #0409-01

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Wild Adventures Book Club With Mrs. Sebo | Grades 3 - 5

Explore nature with “The Wild Robot” and Mrs Sebo! Participants going into grades 3-5 will read The Wild Robot during book club and have some outside reading to do as well. We will be exploring area parks while enjoying our book. Participants should bring a copy of The Wild Robot, a water bottle and snack. Please wear closed toe shoes and be ready for adventure!

Mondays & Wednesdays

June 3, 5, 10, 12

June 3 - Read and explore Pettibone. (Meet at the Pavilion.)

June 5 - Read and hike Vetsch

June 10 - Read and hike Eagle's Bluff (Meet at Old Hickory)

June 12 - Read and picnic/hike Apple Blossom Overlook Park

Cost: $32 per student Class #:3328-10 10:30am - 12:00pm

Garden Explorers Grades 3 - 5

Join GROW as we explore science and wellness in the outdoors! We will be spending time in the La Crescent-Hokah school garden and learn how to care for the plants and creatures within it. We will also be harvesting and trying new recipes to taste and trying our hands at making a couple garden crafts. Be sure to dress for the weather and bring a water bottle, snack (if needed), sunglasses and hat.

Elementrary School Cafeteria & GROW Garden

Tuesday - Thursday

July 9, 10 & 11

9:00am - 10:30pm

Cost: $39 per student Class #: 3325-03

Explore the Driftless Outdoor Adventure Camp 2024 Grades 3-5

Experience our area in a new, adventurous way! Maseray Bangura will lead four outdoor adventures during this camp. Participants should be prepared for exploration by wearing closed toed shoes and sunscreen and by bringing plenty of water. They should also pack a sack lunch for a picnic at the end of each exploration. A detailed itinerary and description of drop off and pick up location will be sent to all participants Space is limited!

Tuesdays & Thursday

July 9, 11, 16 & 18

11:00am - 1:00pm

Cost: $60 per student Class #: 3328

July 9 - Biking Areas & the Bike Shoppe

July 11- Fishing (Location TBD)

July 16 - Hiking & Orienteering at Eagle’s Bluff Park (Old Hickory entry point)

July 18 - Camping 101 - Wieser Park

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Camp Decorah Outdoor Adventure Youth Day Camp In La Crescent!

Boys and Girls in Grades 1-5

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ActivitiesforregisteredyouthGrades1&2willinclude:Archery,naturecraft,andfieldgames

Activitiesforgrades3-5willinclude:Archery,FirstAid,KnotTying,teambuilding&programsolving games Studentsshouldbringawaterbottleandwearsunscreen FirmregistrationdeadlineisThursday,July25th.

Elementary School

Cafeteria & Courtyard

Thursday, August 1st

Cost: $45 per student

Grades 1 & 2

9:00am - Noon

Class #3320-05

Grades 3-5 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Class #3320-06

Lancer Youth Volleyball Camp

Grades 3-6

Join Varsity Head Coach Astri Runningen and her team to learn the basic skills of volleyball and practice teamwork. The camp provides a great opportunity to improve basic skills and participate in fun volleyball games and activities. Players need gym shoes, shorts, knee pads, water bottle, and lots of spirit!

Grades 2- 12

Monday - Thursday, July 29- Aug. 1

Elementary School Gym 9:30am - 11:00am

Cost: $45 per player

Class #3323-10

Fencing appeals to those athletes we label as “intellectual athletes.” This type of athlete enjoys computers, video games, maybe engineering, but hasn’t found “their sport” yet. Fencing also appeals to athletes that have been in more traditional sports, but have found that they are looking for something new, unique and that has swords! Safety is our first priority We supply safety swords, protective masks, chest plates and jackets, in a high-octane, inclusive environment Visit YELKids.com for a more thorough explanation of our fencing program, coaches and philosophy. Sign up today to join this sport deemed the “sport of the intellectual athlete!”

Elementary School Gym

Monday, July 22 - Thursday, July 25 9:00am - 12:00pm

Cost $135 {YEL!} Fencing Summer Camp

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Middle School Art Camp Grades 5

- 8

Instructor: Bernie Windschitl

Spend a few days exploring a variety of art media in a fun environment designed specifically for middle school students This art camp will help students learn and improve on basic and more advanced drawing and painting skills as well as gain a basic understanding of the elements and principles of art Students will have the chance to explore their own personal creativity and visions through various projects.

Elementary School Mezzanine

Tuesday, July 16- Thursday, July 18

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Cost: $39

Class #: 3100-02

All In! Elevate Volleyball Camp Grades 7-8; 9-12

Elevate Volleyball Club staff are returning to the La Crescent-Hokah High School for more great summer volleyball! Elevate’s mission is "To Empower and Equip volleyball players to reach their full potential through intentional leadership, responsible action, and elite skill development."

RegistrationDeadlineWednesday, May29.

Wednesday-Friday, June 5-7

High School Gym

Cost $74 *Includes T-Shirt!

Grades 7 - 8

11:00am- 1:00pm

Class #3323-02

Grades 9 - 12

8:00am-10:00am

Class #3323-03

Lancer Basketball Camp

Boys & Girls Grades 5-8

Join the Lancer Boys and Girls Basketball teams this summer for some exciting time on the court! All kids interested in basketball are invited to join us! Players will learn basic skills, fundamentals and techniques of the game; such as shooting, passing and ball handling along with team concepts, all while having fun!

Monday, July 29 - Thursday, August 1

3:00-4:30pm

Cost $45

Class #3712 GIRLS

BOYS

Elementary Gym Elementary Gym

Class #3717

Strength and Conditioning Grades 7-12

Attention ALL students in grades 7-12... Whether you are an athlete or not! Join Coach Donovan to gain strength and to get yourself into peak condition in a positive and supportive environment. (Speed portion of the workouts overlap between sessions)

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays

June 3 - July 30 (No sessions July 1-5)

6:30 - 8:00am

Class #3718

7:30 - 9:00am

Class #3718-01

High School - Weight Room, Track, Fields

Cost: NO FEE, but registration required.

**There is significant HVAC work at the HS this summer, so we need to be able to email and communicate changes in locations or cancellations due to the project.

I give ISD 300 permission to use comments, photos and video of the registered participant(s) in its promotional materials.

Rolling back in to town for the 11th year...

The Lunch Wagon is a summer community program aimed at feeding the children of the La Crescent-Hokah School district.

www.facebook.com/thelunchwagon

Watch for updates on serving times and locations!