KEYS CAMPS

A Little Something For Everyone

JIM McCARTHY jim@keysweekly.com

The school year is drawing to a close, and summer camps are gearing up for another season of education and excitement. From art and sailing to watersports, there are plenty of activities for children in the Upper Keys this year.

Dolphin Kids Florida Keys Summer Camp

Session 1: July 3-7. Session 2: July 10-14. Session 3: July 17-21. Those attending the weeklong camp at Dolphins Plus Bayside in Key Largo, MM 102, will learn about the local ecosystem, as well as dolphin communication and behavior. Best of all, the dolphin camp makes learning fun through hands-on science activities, marine mammal lessons and shows, behind the scenes tours and coastal exploration. Camp is for kids ages 6-10 and runs Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Camp fee is $375 per student, per week. Early and late care available for an extra fee. Call 305-451-1993 to book a spot. Visit dolphinsplus.com for more information.

Florida Keys Summer Sailing Camp

Session 1: May 30-June 9. Session 2: June 12-23. Session 3: June 26-July 7. Session 4: July 10-21. Session 5: July 24-Aug.

4. Summer programs at the Upper Keys Sailing Club, MM 100, Key Largo, include Largo Conchs (ages 5-7), which introduce little ones to the world of wind and water; Learn to Sail (ages 8-12), which gets participants out kayaking, paddleboarding and sailing; Intro to Windsurfing (ages 8-18), which teaches the basics of handling, board balance and going on upwind and downwind runs; and Adventure & Club 420 Sailing (13-18), which helps participants learn basic sailboat handling aboard the two-person Club 420 sailboat. Admission cost varies based on the summer camp program. Visit upperkeyssailingclub.com/ winter-&-summer-camps for more information.