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KEYS CAMPS A
Little Something For Everyone
CAPT. SLATE’S KIDS SCUBA CAMP
Session 1: June 12-16. Session 2: July 10-14. Session 3: July 31-Aug. 4. Campers attending this camp, located at Capt. Slate’s Scuba Adventures in Tavernier, can enjoy the wonders of our beautiful underwater world, including a Friday “Creature Feature.” Camp runs from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The camp is for kids ages 11 to 18. Camp fee is $420. Everything is included. All you need is a bathing suit and towel. There is a break for lunch each day and the kids can bring their lunches and munchies for the boat or classroom. Visit captainslate.com to sign up or to seek more information.
Junior Dolphin Explorers
Session runs from July 24-28. The weeklong camp at Dolphins Plus Bayside in Key Largo, MM 102, will have campers investigating dolphin intelligence, flukes and flippers, and majestic manatees. Campers will also learn how to help stranded marine mammals. Each day will be filled with fun, hands-on learning activities, marine mammal lessons and demonstrations, behind the scenes tours and coastal exploration. Camp is for those ages 1114. Camp runs Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Camp fee is $375 per student, per week. Early and late care is available for an additional fee. Call 305-451-1993 to book a spot. Visit dolphinsplus.com
ISLAMORADA DIVE CENTER’S ECO-SEA CAMP
Session 1: June 12-16. Session 2: July 10-14. Session 3: July 31-Aug. 4. This weeklong day camp at Islamorada Dive Center allows young explorers to immerse themselves in the underwater world. Every camper earns several certifications, which include junior open water scuba diver, shark awareness, coral restoration and dive against debris. The camp is for kids ages 10-13. Admission is $825. Visit islamoradadivecenter.com for more information.
Junior Summer Tennis Camp
Session 1: June 5-9. Session 2: June 12-16. Session 3: June 19-23. Session 4: July 10-14. The camp will include tennis instruction, matches, some dodgeball, sports and swimming at the pool. There will also be free pizza on Fridays. Camp is for kids ages 6 and up. Camp runs Monday through Friday at Founders Park tennis courts. Those who wish to attend the full day, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., will pay $250 per week, while those who want to be there for a half-day, 9 a.m. to noon, will pay $150 per week. Contact U.S. Tennis Association pros Susie Jannach at 954-290-7502 or Greg Pearson at 517285-5693 to learn more.
Ymca Summer Camp
Session dates are May 29-June 2 (Nature Unleashed); June 5-9 (Under the Sea); June 12-16 (Around the World); June 19-23 (Water Wars); June 26-30 (Myth Busters); July 3-7 (Party in the USA); July 10-14 (Sports Extravaganza); July 17-21 (Super Heroes); July 24-28 (Color Wars); and July 31-Aug. 4 (Y’s Got Talent). Daily camp activities at the Upper Keys YMCA Program Center, located at Key Largo Community Park, include 45-minute activity blocks of indoor and outdoor games, sports, physical activities, crafts, teambuilding, character development, leadership development and swimming. Camp is for kids ages 5-12. Admission is $100. Teen Leadership in Training Camp is also offered for 13-17 year olds Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call 305-453-3422 or email awatkins@ymcasouthflorida.org.
Islamorada Summer Recreation Camp
June 5-Aug. 4 (No camp July 3-7). Activities include arts and crafts, games and parties, sports, contests, movies, special guests, entertainment and swimming at the pool and beach. Camp is for kids ages 6-12. Camp runs Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m and is held at Founders Park. Admission is $125 per week or $100 per sibling. Islamorada residents receive priority access for registration, which is open through April 30. Enrollment for everyone else begins May 1. Contact the park office at 305-853-1685 to learn more.