< CAMP, con’t from page 16 > During the summer months, 501c3 experiential education nonprofit Selkirk Outdoor Leadership and Education utilizes local landscapes to help youths unplug and reconnect to develop a sense of belonging and affinity for nature. Summer programs have a thematic design so every “SOLE Experience” is unique session to session, year to year. All camp sessions are led by credentialed staff and feature low instructor-to-student ratios, ensuring that participants’ needs are met. Music Conservatory of Sandpoint Camps: 208-265-4444 sandpointconservatory.org Summer Academy 2021 Two session of camps — July 19-30 and Aug. 2-13 Registration now open. Call MCS office to register and for questions. The Majors Orchestra major: beginner and advanced Session 2: Aug. 2-13, morning major and full day (advanced) Orchestra camp will span two weeks this year, with an advanced and a beginner orchestra. MCS will host Jan Pellent as the guest conductor to lead participants through the second week and an exciting final performance. Sylvia Rannette will serve as director. Ages 9 and older. Wizard of Oz: theater major Session 1: Aug. 2-13, afternoon major Campers will join the fun with fellow students in creating the land of Oz, based on the fantastic (non-musical) version of Wizard of Oz by Erik Detrick. Students will be immersed in the whole theatrical production process —
from auditions to set making and more. Instructors include Keely Gray-Heki with Ali Thomas. Ages 8-18. No experience needed Musical theater major Session 2: Aug. 2-13, afternoon major For the first time MCS will offer a fantastic musical theater camp, in which students will work together on group numbers from popular Broadway classics. Participants should come prepared to dance, sing and stretch their acting muscles with this fast-paced, energetic camp. Some singing experience required. This offering is more advanced and fast-paced then the regular theater camp. Instructors include Keely Gray-Heki and Matt Goodrich, with Ali Thomas. Ages 10 and older. Piano major Session 1: July 19-30, morning major Piano camp is a two-week program designed to build ensemble and composition skills for piano students with at least three years of study. Students will have the opportunity to learn duets, develop their own music and perform in a concert at the end of the camp. Piano camp is led by Melody Puller and Matt Goodrich. Ages 9 and older.
performer and recorder. Also offered are music games, music exploring, and music improvisation and songwriting. Morning majors run from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Afternoon majors run from 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cost for MCS Summer Academy 1 Major: $95 2 Majors: $125 3 Majors: $200 4 Majors: $225 2 Electives are included Sandpoint Waldorf School camps Contact the Sandpoint Waldorf School for more information and registration forms. 208-265-2683 admin@sandpointwaldorf.org Sun, Dirt and Bugs Day Camp Ages 4-6 years July 5-30, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Summer is meant to be spent outdoors. At SWS, camp participants will enjoy summer days of imaginative play under the guidance of early childhood teachers. Activities include nature walks, water play, cooking, gardening, crafts, storytelling, music and more.
Snack is provided. Students bring their own lunch, sun protection and swim wear (so campers can play in the sprinklers). Weekly enrollment available. Celebrating Cultures around the World Ages 6-12 July 5 – 30, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Each day, camp attendees will focus on a different culture through crafting, gardening, drama, stories and playing games, as well as stories. For lunch, participants will prepare a traditional meal from the culture of the day, with food harvested from the school garden. Campers will compile their own recipe book. The entire day will be spent outdoors, with time in the afternoon for water play and outings. Note: We try our best to include all summer camp options with this annual guide, but if your camp wasn’t included in this listing — or if you have updated information — please contact Publisher Ben Olson at ben@sandpointreader. com and we’ll make sure to publish your information in a future edition of the Reader.
Choir major Session 2: Aug. 2-13, morning major Camp attendees will make musical friends while improving their singing skills. Led by Janice Wall and Sarah Caruso Ages 8 and older. Percussion major Session 1: July 19-30, morning major Learn the elements of tempo, beat and rhythm. Ali Thomas will lead students in practicing precision timing. Ages 8 and older. Chimes major Session 1: July 19-30, afternoon major Hand chimes are a beautiful way to make music together. Learn a new instrument this summer. Led by Janice Wall. Ages 8 and older. Electives Choose from classes on ukulele, instrument art, games for the whole April 15, 2021 /
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