Summer Camp Directory 2022

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By Andrea Stetson

The Mental Health Benefits of Summer Camp

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o stress from tests or homework.

No bullies or mean girls at school.

Summer can be a time to relax, but it’s also a time to expand the mind by learning something new, finding friends with something in common, spending more time outdoors, and engaging in activities that strengthen the body.

Jessica Liria, children’s outreach specialist at the David Lawrence Centers in Naples, believes summer camps have a plethora of benefits for mental health. She says having a routine and supervision keeps kids from getting into trouble and gives them the comfort of knowing what will happen each day.

“The other thing is an exposure to new peer groups,” Liria explained. “A lot of times they are only exposed to kids at school and those kids might not have the same

interests. Getting them exposed to kids they might have something in common with and building that social aspect is important. I was talking with a child who was experiencing a lot of bullying at school. She was interested in theater, but no one else in her class was interested in that and they teased her about theater. Now she had a group of friends that she fits in with and identifies with.”

Summer is a time to identify new activities a child might enjoy. Liria says having an interest feeds into resiliency and helps with coping skills.

“Engage in new activities and learn new skills, but don’t overdo it,” is the message from Caroline Brennan, supervisor for mental health for Collier County Public Schools.

“A lot of people focus on ‘my child has an interest in drama or theater’ and they

will put them in a camp that targets that,” she began. “It is really important for kids to have an opportunity to have some relaxation and creativity time. We are coming out of a time period where kids are way over stressed and way over scheduled, and I think it’s important [for kids] to have time to just be kids, relax, and have fun.”

Being outdoors is another important aspect Brennan stresses.

“When we look at that outdoor time, you are talking about other things like vitamin D, which contributes to improving mood and reducing stress and anger,” she explained. “For most kids, just like for adults, it increases all the neurotransmitters, endorphins, and serotonin; all increase happiness in general. It helps them feel more motivated. Endorphin levels help them cope

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better with difficulty and stress. Even 15-20 minutes a day make a significant difference.

The more time spent outside, the more you are able to engage in play, increases the serotonin levels that contribute to better mental health in children.”

Liria agrees. “When we turn to summer camp, we picture kids running around outside,” she said. “Just being in sunlight increases mental health. It helps with mood and sleep patterns. All that combined shows the benefits of summer camps.”

Kids get that outside time at a variety of camps in town, and being outside doesn’t mean sweltering in the heat. At Ocean Kids Camp at Lowdermilk Park and Wiggins Pass in Naples, kids spend most of the time in the water. The camp features outdoor safety, marine sciences, and water activities.

Kids are introduced to surfing, snorkeling, skimming and paddle boarding. They learn CPR, first aid, and emergency responses.

Camp culminates in a Beach Olympics.

The Wonder Gardens in Bonita Springs is so shaded that searing sun rarely reaches the campers as they spend their entire day outside among the fauna and flora. In a giant pavilion they do arts and crafts and learning activities. Throughout the gardens they meet creatures from parrots to baby alligators.

“I think the kids are more relaxed,” said Jessi Drummond, education and volunteer manager at Wonder Gardens. “It’s nature.

They can breathe. They can make a little more noise because they are outside. It is really beneficial overall.”

Camps aren’t just for the little ones, and they don’t have to be an all summer commitment. Rookery Bay in Naples offers days of different activities throughout the summer for kids in middle and high school. It gets them outside, into nature and focuses on

Photos courtesy of Camp Highlander in Mills River, North Carolina

learning about the environment and careers in that field. Campers bike ride through uplands getting a close look at Florida’s scrub, pine flatwoods, and mangrove fringe habitats. They have a day on the water kayaking with professional guides and they spend time at Tigertail Beach exploring collection methods used by scientists.

“It works out so well for kids that are visiting during the summer, and it gives them an opportunity to do things for a day or two,” said Jeannine Windsor, education specialist at Rookery Bay. While experts tout the benefits of being outdoors, they also see the positive effects of a summer of learning, meeting friends with common interests, and exploring something new. Collier County Parks & Recreation has a long list of artsy camps from theater and dance to music and art. Some are aimed at heightened training such as at Naples Performing Arts Center with camps that offers intense training in vocals, drama, and dance.

Others focus more on new experiences in the arts such as Naples Art’s ARTScool’s summer program that features arts instruction incorporating math, science, language,

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history and technology to painting, drawing, mixed media, paper arts, building with clay, printmaking, assembling 3D sculptures, and more. ArtSmart camp at Artis-Naples gives children a chance to explore a variety of music genres or create unique art projects.

STEAM Camp at Whiz Kids in Naples has themes ranging from Nerf Wars to Disney.

Organizers say it’s all about fun and learning through play.

Then there’s the compromise with a camp that is both indoors and outdoors.

Super Science and Amazing Art Camp, at four locations, features themes such as engineering, kitchen chemistry, computer game inventions, and drone flight school. While instruction is usually done inside, many of the activities are outdoors. For example, in the Drone Flight School campers use a drone to go on a scavenger hunt trying to locate objects from high above; they are challenged to fly through obstacles and learn to build and launch rockets.

“We are one of the best camps because we work outside and inside,” said owner Glen Beitmen. “We take advantage of summer.”

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City of Naples

SUMMER Specialty CAMPS

And much more! more!

Call us for more information or check us out on our website!

(239) 213-3020 | www.NaplesGov.com

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Use our quick reference chart below to find the best summer camps for NAME

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ADDRESS

PHONE

Artis-Naples

5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples

239-254-2643

Backstage Dance Academy

13020 Livingston Rd., #8, Naples

239-566-3535

Bonita Springs YMCA

27200 Kent Rd., Bonita Springs

239-221-7560

Camp Highlander

Mills River, North Carolina

828-891-7721

Camp MendingHeart

Avow Kids, Naples

239-261-4404

Camp Shalom

4630 Pine Ridge Rd., Naples

239-455-3227

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs

10150 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs

239-495-8989

Children’s Montessori School

2535 Northbrooke Plaza Dr., Naples

239-593-6668

City of Naples Parks & Recreation

Various locations in Naples

239-213-3020

Collier County Parks & Recreation

10 locations in Collier County

239-252-4000

Community School of Naples

13275 Livingston Rd., Naples

239-597-7575

Dance Arts By Maria

5610 Yahl St., #10, Naples

239-513-6999

Emilio Sánchez Academy Tennis Camp

2035 Sanchez-Casal Way, Naples

239-263-1818

First Baptist Church Naples

3000 Orange Blossom Dr., Naples

239-597-6057

Girls On the Run

Naples and Fort Myers

239-777-3720

Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples

15080 Livingston Rd., Naples

239-260-1600

Gulfshore Playhouse

755 8th Ave. S., Naples

239-261-7529

i9 Sports

Collier County and Lee County

239-308-9849

InPlay Family Fun

4035 Santa Barbara Blvd., Naples

239-963-9716

KidzAct Youth Theatre

701 5th Ave. S., Naples

239-434-7340

Lovers Key Eco Arts Summer Camp

8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach

239-463-4588

Naples YMCA

5450 YMCA Rd., Naples

239-587-3148

Marco YMCA

101 Sand Hill St., Marco Island

239-394-9622

Montessori Academy of Naples

2655 Northbrooke Dr., Naples

239-597-2255

Naples Art

585 Park St., Naples

239-262-6517

Naples Performing Arts Center

5450 YMCA Rd., Naples

239-325-8789

Naples School of Irish Dance

875 94th Ave. N., Naples

516-314-7404

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens

1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd., Naples

239-262-5409

North Naples Baptist Church

1811 Oakes Blvd., Naples

239-597-2201

North Naples Church Summer Music Camps

6000 Goodlette Rd. N., Naples

239-593-7600

Reading Rescue Centers

Naples/Virtual

239-233-9400

Rookery Bay’s Student Institute for Marine Science

Rookery Bay, 300 Tower Rd., Naples

239-530-5989

Scuba Outfitters

950 3rd Ave. N., Naples

239-280-5500

Wellfit Girls Adventure Camp

2430 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Ste. 175, Naples

239-333-9502

The Wonder Gardens

27180 Old 41 Rd., Bonita Springs

239-992-2591

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your kids in 2022, and then turn to the listings starting on page 35 for details.

WEBSITE

AGES

DATES

TYPE

https://artisnaples.org/summercamp

2nd grade-18 years

June 6-July 1

Performing & Visual Arts

www.bdanaples.com

3-18 years

June & July

Dance

www.ymcaswfl.org

4-15 years

June 6-August 5

General & Specialty

www.camphighlander.com

8-16 years

June 5-August 2

Overnight

https://avowcares.org

All ages

Varies

Specialty

www.templeshalompreschoolnaples.org

1-8 years

June 6-July 22

General

www.artcenterbonita.org

4-18

June 6-August 9

Visual & Performing Arts, Specialty

www.childmont.com

1-6 years

May 31-July 29

General & VPK

www.naplesgov.com

PreK to teens

June-August

General & Specialty

www.collierparks.com

Grades K-8

June 6-August 5

General & Specialty

www.csnadditionalopportunities.org

Grades PreK3-12

June & July

General, Academic, Sports

www.naplesdancearts.com

3-11 years

June 14-July 30

Dance

https://emiliosanchezacademy.com

4-11 years

May 30-Aug. 5

Sports

https://fbcn.org/vbs

4 years to 5th grade

June 6-10

Vacation Bible School

www.gotrswfl.org/camp-gotr

Grades 3-5

June 13-17 & June 20-24

General

https://cmon.org/camps

Grades K-5

June 6-August 5

General

www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org

5-18 years

June 6-July 22

Performing Arts

www.i9sports.com

3-15 years

Summer

Sports

www.inplayfamilyfun.com

Fully potty trained & older

June 3-August 9

General

https://naplesplayers.org

4-17 years

Starts June 6

Performing Arts

https://friendsofloverskey.org/education

5-17 years

June 6-July 29

Nature & Science

www.greaternaplesymca.org

5-17 years

June-August

General & Specialty

www.marcoymca.org

5 years and older

June-August

General & Specialty

www.naplesmontessori.org

3-12 years

May 31-July 29

General

https://naplesart.org/artscool

5-17 years old

June 6-July 1 & July 11-29

Visual Arts

www.naplesperformingartscenter.com

3 years to teens

June 6-July 29

Performing Arts

www.naplesirishdance.com

7 years and older

June 20-August 5

Dance

www.napleszoo.org/camp-wild

5-10 years

June & July

General

https://nnbc.life

3 years to teens

June 6-10

Vacation Bible School

www.nnchurch.org

Grades 4-12

June 6-16

Music

https://readingrescuecenters.com

6-10 years

June 14-August 5

Reading

https://rookerybay.org

Grades 8-10

June & July

Nature & Science

www.scubaoutfittersnaples.com

8-17 years

June-August

Sports

https://wellfitgirls.org

Middle school girls

July 11-28

Sports/Leadership

www.wondergardens.org/camps

6-12 years

June 6-July 1 & July 11-22

Nature & Science

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Photo courtesy of Avow

KIDS’ CORNER

Campers play soccer at Avow Kids’ Camp MendingHeart.

A Summer Camp for Everyone N

ot all children can go to a traditional summer camp. Some need extra care; others might need experiences that will help them succeed. That’s why camps aimed at children with special needs are quite popular. Some of them are free; others have low costs.

River Park Community Center in Naples has one of the most comprehensive programs giving elementary, middle, and high school students a full day of activities and learning. Elementary school aged children join an inclusive based camp but receive extra help and resources.

“They are all kids and they should all have the chance for a camp experience,” said recreation supervisor Lynn Clarke.

Middle and high school campers play games, get acting and music experience, and go on field trips, but they also learn tasks that will help them with job training.

Amy Gray waits on line at 4 a.m. on registration day to make sure her son gets a spot in this camp.

“We can’t chance him not getting it,” she said about her high school age son who has autism. “He never had a real camp experience until we got here. It’s a real camp and it’s affordable.

It’s so popular, people get there at four in the morning and wait to sign up. It’s like getting Bruce Springsteen tickets, staying overnight, but totally worth it.”

Lighthouse of Collier County just moved into a newly renovated center and is gearing up for its free special summer camp that combines fun with learning. CEO Scott Flagel says he’s proud to have an expert at Adobe, who creates software for the visually

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impaired, teach the children this summer.

“Fun is important, but what is also important is our camp is adaptive for children that are visually impaired,” Flagel said.

“It is important for them to continue on their learning path.”

So campers will do everything from enhance communication skills and job readiness skills to learn to prepare meals. Older children will take part in a transition camp that includes two weeks of job training followed by a monthlong work experience.

A summer of fun learning also is the goal of the Easterseals camp in Naples. The program features digital skills including working with a 3D printer and camera, arts and crafts, and culinary skills. The six campers also enjoy field trips. “We have a lot of cool things going on,” said Director Catrina Sanchez.

Camp Able on Marco Island is set up like a cruise, said Josh Baudin, director of Christian Formation at Wesley United Methodist Church. In the morning campers go on excursions featuring boating, fishing, shelling, nature hikes, and more. In the afternoon it’s back to the church for water fun along with arts and crafts and movies. Baudin said the highlight of camp is a talent show on the last day. Each camper is paired with a counselor for one-on-one attention.

It’s all about horses at Naples Therapeutic Riding Center’s summer camp. “They ride every day,” said Executive Director Missy Lamont. “They have a horse show on Fridays where they get to showcase what they have been working on.”

There also are horse related arts and crafts. Children as young as 4 attend the one-week camps.

Avow’s free summer camp is aimed at children experiencing any type of loss from death, deportation, deployment, or even a pet’s demise. They offer a variety of camps, from those onsite at the Naples Zoo or Shy Wolf Sanctuary to camps featuring improv, art, or music.

“Shy Wolf teaches the kids tenderness,” explained Renee Stoll, Avow’s director of communications. “It is a calming, soothing atmosphere for them. At the zoo, an art therapist goes there.”

Some camp organizers found that children with special needs have so many activities and therapies that traditional camp hours don’t work. That’s why Craig Price, director of community education and wellness at The Naples Players, holds his summer camps on weekday evenings. The improv camp is aimed at children with autism.

“We do fun and interactive improv games that help us learn communications techniques,” Price said. “It’s eye contact, patience, teamwork, how to read emotions in others, and how to use emotions and boundaries. It is a safe environment so we can experiment with all this stuff in a fun and interactive way.”

He notes that the camp is very affordable, at $25 for each twoweek session.

The Naples Performing Arts Center also is touting convenient hours for its camp that features all types of dance.

“In the summer we focus on dance and at the end of the summer we do a little recital,” said Lori Oliver, artistic director at NPAC. “They are a hoot. When you get them on stage, they just unleash.”

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Summer Camps and Classes for Ages 3 -18.

Registration now open!

13020 Livingston Rd #8 Naples, FL 34105 bdaNaples.com

239.566.3535

Children’s Montessori School SUMMER CAMP

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Artis—Naples is delighted to announce 2022 Summer Camps!

With sessions focusing on the visual and performing arts, Artis—Naples Summer Camps offer students the opportunity to pursue their artistic interests in person. In order to participate, students must agree to follow all Artis—Naples COVID-19 safety protocols in place at the time of each event, which may include required masking.

For more details and to apply to camp, visit artisnaples.org/summercamp.

Music Makers Summer Camps

ArtSmart Summer Camps

Music Makers Youth Symphonia

ArtSmart Explorers

Mon-Fri, June 6-10, 9am-noon Gregg Anderson, director Jam Session and Pizza Party: Wed, June 8, noon-2pm Performance: Fri, June 10, 7pm Young string players ages 10-17 are welcome to join in this one-week chamber-musicintensive program, culminating in a free Friday evening concert for the public.

Tuition: $200

Music Makers Youth Chamber

Mon-Fri, June 13-17, 9am-3pm Radu Paponiu, director Performance: Fri, June 17, 7pm Young musicians ages 12-18 are invited to an exciting week of chamber music rehearsals, learning and performance.

Led by Associate Conductor Radu Paponiu and members of the Naples Philharmonic.

Tuition: $300

Music Makers Youth Chorus

Mon-Fri, June 20-24, 9am-noon Barbara Sletto, interim director Performance: Fri, June 24, 7pm Young singers ages 7-17 are invited for a week of choral singing, choreography and fun instruction, led by Interim Naples Philharmonic Youth Chorus Director Barbara Sletto.

Tuition: $200

Music Makers Youth Jazz

Mon-Fri, June 27-July 1, 9am-3pm Dan Miller, director Performance: Fri, July 1, 7pm Young jazz students ages 12-17 are invited to challenge themselves in a fun yet intensive week packed with seminars, rehearsals, master classes and a Friday night performance.

Tuition: $300

Mon-Fri, June 6-10, 9am-3pm (one-week session) For students entering grades 2-5 Exhibitions, interactive presentations and hands-on art experiences are all part of this unique summer camp experience—the perfect setting and outlet for kids’ natural creativity and curiosity.

Tuition: $300

ArtSmart Masters

Mon-Fri, June 13-24, 9am-3pm (two-week session) For students entering grades 4-8 Develop artistic skills through interaction with guest artists, tours and hands-on instruction. This two-week program inspires artists to create masterpieces in a variety of styles and media.

Tuition: $600

For more information or to apply visit

artisnaples.org/summercamp Tuition assistance is available based on financial need.

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5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples, FL 239-597-1900

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C ON T E N T

Why Summer Camp?

o those who have never been, summer camp can seem like a fun and exciting way for children to spend their summers, staying active and busy with new friends and new experiences. But as any former camper will tell you, it is far more than that. For parents wondering why they should send their child to summer camp year after year, rest assured that it isn’t simply canoes and campfires. It’s an investment in their children’s development and future. Camp is a home away from home, a school away from school. It is a family and a teacher, ensuring that campers have the love, support, and tools needed to learn and grow.

A way to form lifelong connections In an increasingly digitized world, friendships born from face-to-face interactions are being replaced by remote connections on social media. Our campers are required to put their phones away to spend time and experience life with the people around them. We see children forming friendships with an intimacy and realness that can’t be replicated on a screen. Camp friendships have been known to last a lifetime, and unlike those they make in their school, the geographical reach of a summer camp population is often much wider. In years past, Camp Highlander has had campers from 27 different states and 19 different countries.

During their years at summer camp, campers can form meaningful, lasting connections with people all over the world. It isn’t uncommon to see camp connections providing internships, job opportunities, or just another helping hand to those whose camp years are long over.

A place for personal growth Studies have shown that summer camps aid in healthy child development. We’ve seen that camp makes kids more resilient to stress. Living in a cabin unit, campers learn how to build relationships and navigate social dynamics different from what they experience at home. They learn to live with a new group of peers and adults, learning to work as a team, problem solve, and operate effectively outside their comfort zones, all without the help of a parent.

Camp fosters independence and self-sufficiency, which can be the boost needed to gain confidence in themselves and their abilities. And this can allow kids to grow and change in positive ways. Camp can be a space for children to reinvent themselves. In children’s everyday lives they often grow up in the same group of peers, coaches, and teachers, which can leave them categorized in a certain way or perceived in a certain light. In school, they might be seen as quiet or shy, when NEAPOLITANfamily • Summer Camp Guide 2022

they might actually be outgoing if given the chance.

According to research, camp can offer a positive environment for children to explore who they are and how they’d like to be perceived.

A tool for future success Camp can give kids the tools and skills needed to be more effective students and professionals. A five-year impact study conducted by the American Camp Association found that campers learn complex relationship skills, are more appreciative of individuals with different backgrounds and values, are more willing to try new things, and consider themselves to be more independent because of their experience as campers.

So why return?

Just like a single school year or sports season, kids can benefit from a single year at camp. But just like several years of school or sports, returning to camp each summer creates a foundation that builds upon itself. Children benefit from the routine, rhythm, and structure that camp provides, and each summer they build on the relationships and lessons gained the year before. By the time their summer camp days are over, they will have spent years learning how to problem solve, operate outside their comfort zones and work with others, overcome failure, and be confident in themselves. Not only will they have fond memories and great friends, they will have the tools and skills needed to help them achieve the goals they have for the future.

Camp Highlander is located in Mills River, North Carolina. Visit www.camphighlander.com.

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NORTH NAPLES CHURCH

SUMMER

MUSIC

CAMPS Be part of the 18th year of North Naples Church Summer Music Camps

June 6-16, 2022

We offer world class instruction for: • Beginning Band (incoming grades 4-7) • Advanced Middle School Band (incoming grades 6-8) • Middle School Jazz Band (incoming grades 6-8) • Choral (incoming grades 4-9) • High School Jazz (incoming grades 9-12)

To register, visit www.nnchurch.org.

Click on the QR code for a video about camp.

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Camps marked with b offer either special needs camps or accommodation/inclusion options. Please contact the individual camp for details.

ACADEMIC CAMPS READING RESCUE OF NAPLES readingrescuecenters@gmail.com 239-233-9400 x https://readingrescuecenters.com

DISCOVER IRISH DANCE THIS SUMMER

Reading Rescue’s summer program is for struggling young readers ages 6-10 from June 14 to Aug. 5. The typical rate of growth in reading skills is approximately equal to one grade level for every eight weeks of full-time program participation (four days per week, one 45-minute session per day via Zoom). Trained and certified in Orton-Gillingham and Reading Recovery. 30 years experience.

ARTS CAMPS ARTIS-NAPLES 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples 239-254-2643 x https://artisnaples.org/summercamp Artis-Naples’ summer music camps include: Youth Symphonia Camp for ages 10-17, June 6-10, 9 a.m. to noon; Youth Chamber Camp for ages 12-18, June 13-17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Youth Chorus for ages 7-17, July 20-24 from 9 a.m. to noon; and Youth Jazz Camp for ages 12-17, June 27-July 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visual arts camps are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and include: ArtSmart Explorers for grades 2-5, June 6-10; and ArtSmart Masters for grades 4-8, June 13-24.

Where dance is an adventure Drop-in Mini Summer Camp!

June 20-Aug. 5, 9 am to 12 pm, Monday-Friday Ages 7+, $20 per day. Pre-registration required The Naples School of Irish Dance 875 94th Ave. N., Naples FL 34108 Contact Robin Maki at 516-314-7404 or RLRBM@msn.com NaplesIrishDance@gmail.com

AT CMON.ORG/CAMPS/ REGISTER NOW *MEMBER PRICE

PER CHILD PERCAMP WEEK FULL-DAY

$225*/$260 K THROUGH FIFTH GRADE Drop-off WEEKbetween OF JULY 48:15-9 ONLYa.m.

5 p.m.

4Pick-up DAYatCAMP

$290*/$325

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$290*/$325 4Pick-up DAYatCAMP 5 p.m.

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REGISTER NOW AT CMON.ORG/CAMPS/

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SUMMER CAMP!

PRICING SUMMER CAMP PER WEEK: $150 NON-MEMBERS $125 MEMBERS

REGISTER ONLINE!

WONDERGARDENS.ORG/CAMPS

DATES JUNE 6-JULY 1 -ANDJULY 11-22

CAMP IS GEARED TO AGES 6-12 ALL CAMPS RUN 9 AM- 4 PM EARLY DROP STARTS 8:30 LATE PICK UP ENDS 4:30.

LOCATED IN BONITA SPRINGS, THE WONDER GARDENS IS HOME TO OVER 300 RESCUED, REHABILITATED AND NON-RELEASABLE ANIMALS, AS WELL AS FLORA FROM AROUND THE WORLD.

THE WONDER GARDENS 27180 OLD 41 ROAD BONITA SPRINGS, FL 34135

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VISIT US! WE'RE FUN FOR ALL AGES! 10-4 DAILY 239-992-2591

BACKSTAGE DANCE ACADEMY 13020 Livingston Rd., #8, Naples 239-566-3535 x www.bdanaples.com We offer summer camps and classes for ages 3-18. Our structured, fun-filled camps include multiple styles of dance, arts & crafts, and other fun dance activities that will keep your dancer focused and provide happy memories.

Registration is now open.

CENTERS FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS 10150 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs 239-495-8989 x www.artcenterbonita.org The Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs provides a safe and active environment for your child June 6-Aug. 9. We welcome kids ages 4-18 to our innovative summer camp program, which includes painting, dance, costume design, music production, acting, private music lessons, glass and mosaics, pottery, and more. Volunteer opportunities for ages 15 and older. Full- and half-day options, as well as lunch and before-, lunch, and after-care. Discounts and scholarships available.

DANCE ARTS BY MARIA 5610 Yahl St., #10, Naples 239-513-6999 x www.naplesdancearts.com Dance Arts by Maria offers summer dance camps for ages 3-11 that incorporate dance, arts & crafts, and activities. Summer intensive programs are for serious dancers ages 10-18 and involve several styles of dance in an intensive atmosphere. Summer classes are offered for ages 2-18 for all levels in all styles.

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Camp Collier A Sweet Theme Each Week!

3 Musketeers • Jolly Ranchers • Milky Way • Baby Ruth Nerds & Smarties • Life Savers • Peppermint Patty Gummy Bears • Now & Later Elementary School Day Camp (children grades K – 5th Grade) Middle School Day Camp (children grades 6th – 8th Grade) Day Camps - Monday, June 6 – Friday, August 5, 2022 Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Cost is $85 per week Discounted cost for the full 9 weeks is $600 (Payment plan is available in four payments of $150) (Siblings are offered a 10% discount four payments of $135) Before & After Camp - 7:15am – 9:00am and 5:00pm – 6:00pm Cost is $15 per week Register Online For Collier County Parks & Recreation Summer Camps •Register online, go to collierparks.com and click on “Browse & Register for Activites Search” •Sign in or create an account •If you don’t have an account, you can refer to “Online Registration How To’s”, available online by clicking the “Programs & Registration” Link

Online Registration Available Now In Person Registration Begins April 1, 2022 For more information visit collierparks.com or call (239)252-4000

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Elementary School Day Camp Locations Middle School Day Camp Locations •Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park •Donna Fiala Eagle Lakes Community Park •East Naples Community Park •Golden Gate Community Center •Immokalee Community Park •Immokalee South Park •Max A. Hasse Jr. Community Park •North Collier Regional Park (Low Ratio Camp) •Veterans Community Park •Vineyards Community Park

•East Naples Community Park •Golden Gate Community Center •North Collier Regional Park

Specialty Camps

•Sailing - Sugden Regional Park •Skiing - Sugden Regional Park •Pee Wee Sports - Vineyards Community Park •Sports - North Collier Regional Park

Adaptive Inclusive Recreation Day Camp •Golden Gate Community Park

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GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE 755 8th Ave. S., Naples 239-261-7529 x www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org

mixed media, paper arts, building with clay, printmaking, assembling 3D sculptures, and more. June 6-July 29.

Gulfshore Playhouse offers three summer camps in 2022. We’ve Got Magic to Do is for ages 5-8 and runs June 6-10 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., with a showcase performance on the last day of camp. Frozen Jr. is for ages 8-13 from June 6-24, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with three live performances. Chicago: High School Edition is for ages 13-18 and runs June 27 to July 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with five live performances. b KIDZACT YOUTH THEATRE OF THE NAPLES PLAYERS 701 5th Ave. S., Naples 239-434-7340, ext. 136 https://naplesplayers.org/summer-camp KidzAct Summer Camp at The Naples Players provides acting, singing, dancing, and performance-based classes and activities for children and teens ages 4-17 starting June 6. Camps (4 years old to 8th grade) include KinderAct, Disney Days, Broadway Classics, and By the Sea. Summer shows include Dear Edwina, Jr., Seussical the Musical., and Something Rotten Teen.

Limited need-based scholarships are available.

NAPLES ART 585 Park St., Naples 239-262-6517 https://naplesart.org/artscool Naples Art’s ARTScool is a kids’ summer program that features accredited art instructors providing ages 5-17 with arts instruction incorporating math, science, language, history, and technology to painting, drawing,

b NAPLES PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Greater Naples YMCA, 5450 YMCA Rd., Naples 239-325-8789 www.naplesperformingartscenter.com NPAC summer camps are held in the Greater Naples YMCA for ages 3-14 from June 6-July 29. Themes range from Encanto to Camp Rock to L.O.L. Surprise.

NAPLES SCHOOL OF IRISH DANCE 875 94th Ave. N., Naples 516-314-7404 x naplesirishdance@gmail.com www.naplesirishdance.com Discover Irish dance this summer at our drop-in mini summer camp, which runs June 20-Aug. 5 (Monday-Friday) from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Ages 7 and older, $20 per day. Pre-registration is required.

NORTH NAPLES CHURCH SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS 6000 Goodlette Rd. N., Naples 239-593-7600 x www.nnchurch.org Join us from June 6-16 and be part of our 18th year of these incredible music camps. The following camps are being offered with world class instruction: Beginning Band (incoming grades 4-7); Advanced Middle School Band (incoming grades 6-8); Middle School Jazz Band (incoming grades 6-8); Choral (incoming grades 4-9); High School Jazz (incoming grades 9-12).

Pre-professional Theatre Summer Camps

Experience the joy of performing live this summer! Whether you are new to theatre or you are Broadway bound, our summer camps will give you the skills and confidence you need to succeed.

5-8 years old Monday–Friday 6/6–6/10 9am-12pm

8–13 years old Monday–Friday 6/6–6/24 9am-4pm

13–18 years old Monday–Friday 6/27–7/22 9am-4pm

Showcase performance: 6/10

3 live performances: 6/23–6/24

5 live performances: 7/21–7/24

Camps and performances will be at the Norris Center.

755 8th Ave S., Naples, FL 34102. (239) 213-3020. Scholarships Available.

Registration opens April 1, 2022 for City of Naples residents and April 15, 2022 for all.

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Summer Arts Program FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS AGES 5 – 17

June 6 – July 29, 2022 An ARTScool classroom is a place where children’s imaginations come to life! Accredited art instructors guide students in arts activities incorporating math, science, language, history, and technology, with painting, drawing, mixed media, paper arts, clay, printmaking, assembling 3D sculptures, and more!

585 Park Street / Naples, Fl 34102 / 239.262.6517

Sign up today at naplesart.org

ROOKERY BAY RESEARCH RESERVE

Marine Science Summer Camp 2022 SIMS - STUDENT INSTITUTE FOR MARINE SCIENCE

A perfect half-day camp for 8th, 9th and 10th grade students interested in Marine Sciences

JUN 7-9, 14-16

JUL 19-21, 26-28

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Summer Camps JUNE 6 - JULY 25 • Ages 4 & 5

JUNE 6 - JULY 25 • Grades 1 & 2

Monday - Friday | 10:30am - 12pm

Monday - Friday | 9am - 12pm

Where KidzAct begins! These week-long camps will allow our youngest group of aspiring performers to learn the basics of acting and singing for the stage all summer long. Sign up for our full package of summer camps and receive $25 off per session.

These week-long camps will use some of our favorite characters to teach students how to use their creativity to work as an ensemble. Sign up for our full package of summer camps and receive $50 off per session.

JUNE 13 - AUGUST 5 • Grades 3 - 5

JUNE 6 - JULY 25 • Grades 6 - 8

Monday - Friday | 9am - 12pm

Monday - Friday | 9am - 12pm

Using Broadway Classics, these week-long camps give students the opportunity to explore the world of creating and performing a show as an ensemble.

Sign up for our full package of summer camps and receive $50 off per session.

These two-week camps use themed broadway favorites to create, rehearse, and perform - building team-work, confidence, and creativity. Sign up for our full package of summer camps and receive $75 off per session.

ALL AUDITIONS

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Walk-ins welcome.

Reserved time spots encouraged.

Kleinsorge at 239.434.7340, Ext. 136

NaplesPlayers.org/summer-camp T H E N A P L E S P L AY E R S | 7 0 1 5 T H AV E N U E S O U T H | N A P L E S , F L 3 4 1 0 2

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GENERAL/MULTI-SPECIALTY CAMPS NAPLES PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

BONITA SPRINGS YMCA 27200 Kent Rd., Bonita Springs 239-221-7560 x www.ymcaswfl.org Campers ages 4-12 participate in games, activities, sports, music, specialty classes, and more. Plus counselor in training and specialty camp opportunities for ages 13-15 at Three Oaks Middle School and the Bonita Springs Recreation Center. June 6-Aug. 5.

CAMP MENDINGHEART Avow Kids 239-261-4404 x https://avowcares.org

Summer Camps Ages 3 and Up

Camp MendingHeart is a fun, creative, and therapeutic program designed to allow children to express feelings, build coping skills, and reinforce positive memories of their loved ones at day and overnight grief camps. Check Avow Kids’ website for several other events scheduled for the summer.

Encanto Pop Diva Peter Pan Camp Rock

CAMP SHALOM Temple Shalom, 4630 Pine Ridge Rd., Naples 239-455-3227 x preschool@naplestemple.org www.templeshalompreschoolnaples.org

L.O.L. Surprise 101 Dalmations

Shalom Summer Camp is a fun and exciting program for children ages 1-8 years. The program includes music and movement, gymnastics, a bike track, exciting art projects, cooking, science, and water play in our spacious playground. Open to the community. Weekly themes. June 6-July 22. Partial- and full-day options available, and before- and after-care.

CAMP WILD Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens 1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd., Naples 239-262-5409, x158 x www.napleszoo.org/camp-wild Campers will have incredible adventures meeting new animals, visiting behind-the-scenes areas, playing games and activities, and doing creative art while having a blast with new friends. Ages 5-10.

CHILDREN’S MONTESSORI SCHOOL 2535 Northbrooke Plaza Dr., Naples 239-593-6668 x www.childmont.com We offer summer camps for ages 1-6 from May 31-July 29. We also offer a summer VPK program for children who will be attending kindergarten in August 2022 and who have not yet attended VPK. Weekly themes.

Toy Story

Register Online WWW.NAPLESPERFORMINGARTSCENTER.COM

b CITY OF NAPLES PARKS & RECREATION Various locations in Naples 239-213-3020 x www.naplesgov.com The City of Naples offers a variety of specialty summer camps for preK to teens at several locations in Naples, including Lowdermilk Park, Fleischmann Park, River Park, Anthony Park, Norris Center, the Arthur L. Allan Tennis Center in Cambier Park, and more.

COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF NAPLES 13275 Livingston Rd., Naples 239-597-7575 x www.csnadditionalopportunities.org Sports camps for grades K-12. Academic/general camps for grades preK312, which are divided by grade: preK-5; 6-8; and 9-12.

Scuba ScubaSummer SummerCamps Camps Scuba Summer Camps PADI Seal Team: Ages 8-11 PADI Seal Team: Ages 8-11 PADI Seal Team: Ages 8-11

Junior Open Water Camp: Ages 10-17 Junior Open Water Camp: Ages 10-17 Junior Open Water Camp: Ages 10-17 239-280-5500 239-280-5500 239-280-5500 Info@ScubaOut.com Info@ScubaOut.com Info@ScubaOut.com ScubaOutfittersNaples.com ScubaOutfittersNaples.com ScubaOutfittersNaples.com NEAPOLITANfamily • Summer Camp Guide 2022

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b COLLIER COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION 10 locations in Collier County 239-252-4000 x www.collierparks.com

INPLAY FAMILY FUN 4035 Santa Barbara Blvd., Naples 239-963-9716 x www.inplayfamilyfun.com

Experience a sweet summer at Camp Collier with a new theme each week.

We offer general day camps as well as wide variety of specialty camps, ranging from the arts to robotics to sports, at 10 locations in Collier County from June 6-Aug. 5, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for grades K-8. Before- and after-care are available. We offer inclusion opportunities as well as our Adaptive Inclusive Recreation Day Camp at Golden Gate Community Park.

Crafts, play, and games for children fully potty trained and older. A different theme every day. June 3-Aug. 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Camper should bring a packed lunch; water and snack included. Sibling discounts available.

GIRLS ON THE RUN Naples and Fort Myers 239-777-3720 www.gotrswfl.org/camp-gotr For girls entering grades 3-5 who want to make friends, play games, be creative, and have a blast. Camp locations in Naples and Fort Myers, June 13-17 and June 20-24 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $100 per week, $180 for two weeks. Space is limited.

MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF NAPLES 2655 Northbrooke Dr., Naples 239-597-2255 x www.naplesmontessori.org Children do not have to be a Montessori Academy student to enroll in our summer programs for ages 3-5 and 6-12. Children will have a summer of mystery solving, skill building, and fun. Each program offers ageappropriate activities that reinforce the idea of developing specific skills and knowledge. Outside time each day, weather permitting. Summer Session 2022 runs May 31-July 29.

b GOLISANO CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF NAPLES 15080 Livingston Rd., Naples 239-260-1600 https://cmon.org/camps C’mon’s summer camp promotes discovery, experiential learning, and features daily STEAM activities. Campers imagine, discover, and connect to the world around them. Ignite your child’s curiosity and fuel their learning. A full-day camp for grades K-5. Limited spaces available. Weekly themes. June 6-Aug. 5.

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STUDENT INSTITUTE FOR MARINE SCIENCE 300 Tower Rd., Naples 239-530-5989 https://rookerybay.org

Summer Camp at the YMCA is full of fun no matter the location! Locations include Naples YMCA, Marco YMCA, Cornerstone Methodist Church, Golder Gate Elementary, Manatee Elementary School, Parkside Elementary School, and Marco Island Charter Middle School. Lunch included.

This is the ideal summer half-day camp for students in grades 8-10 with an interest in marine sciences and marine biology. Participants will explore coastal ecology and the environment of Southwest Florida through excursions within the 110,000 acres of coastal land and water in Rookery Bay Research Reserve. Each camp experience includes a look at the mission and wildlife conservation efforts of Rookery Bay, time in the field, exposure to research & monitoring of local wildlife and connections to partnering groups. One- and multi-day options available. June 7-9 and 14- 16; July 19-21 and 26-28. $75 per day. Scholarships are available.

NATURE & SCIENCE CAMPS LOVERS KEY ECO ARTS SUMMER CAMP 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach 239-463-4588 x https://friendsofloverskey.org Campers will explore the beaches and mangroves of Lovers Key State Park while learning ecology and environmental stewardship. Dynamic, professional instructors lead fun activities in science, art, and outdoor recreation.

Register for full day or morning only. Ages 5-17. June 6-July 29.

THE WONDER GARDENS 27180 Old 41 Rd., Bonita Springs 239-992-2591 x www.wondergardens.org/camps Camp Wonder is geared toward ages 6-12. Each week includes a new spotlight topic that campers get to learn about and engage with. Enroll for the whole summer, or pick and choose by the week. June 6-July 1 and July 11-22. All camps run 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Early drop off starts at 8:30 a.m.; late pick up ends at 4:30 p.m.

OVERNIGHT CAMP CAMP HIGHLANDER Mills River, North Carolina 828-891-7721 www.camphighlander.com Experience a magical summer at Camp Highlander, a summer camp for girls and boys ages 6-16 located on Old Forge Mountain in Mills River, North Carolina. Year after year, girls and boys from all over the country come to the beautiful mountains of North Carolina and Camp Highlander – a special place where children learn important life lessons about courage, honesty, integrity, and faith while having the time of their lives. Come discover why Camp Highlander is a place like no other.

INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION FOR STRUGGLING READERS • Certified Reading Specialist • Methods: Orton-Gillingham & Reading Recovery • 30 Years experience

• Children with Dyslexia, ADD

and other challenges • All lessons provided via Zoom • Register now for our summer program

Typical gain in phonics skill equals one grade level for every three months of full time attendance.*

Reading Rescue of Naples, Florida *not guaranteed

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SPORTS CAMPS EMILIO SÁNCHEZ ACADEMY TENNIS CAMP 2035 Sanchez-Casal Way, Naples 239-263-1818 x https://emiliosanchezacademy.com Summer Campito runs May 30-Aug. 5, while Summer Pre-Academy dates are June 6-Aug. 5. Both camps are from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and consist of two hours daily of tennis instruction and games, one hour of physical exercise, and pool time. Campito campers will enjoy arts & crafts and activities, while pre-academy students will have one hour of matchplay.

Lunch and snack is included. i9 SPORTS 239-308-9849 x www.i9sports.com i9 Sports offers year-round leagues in both Lee and Collier County for boys and girls ages 3-15 in flag football, baseball, soccer, basketball, and volleyball. The i9 Sports program teaches young athletes the fundamentals of the game, healthy competition, and good sportsmanship.

SCUBA OUTFITTERS 950 3rd Ave. N., Naples 239-280-5500 x www.scubaoutfittersnaples.com Scuba Outfitters offers several scuba camps for ages 8-17. PADI Seal Team Camp for ages 8-11 is an excellent way to introduce kids to scuba diving.

PADI Junior Open Water Camp for ages 10-17 teaches kids important scuba safety skills and allows them to receive their PADI Junior Open Water Certification.

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WELLFIT GIRLS ADVENTURE CAMP 2430 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Suite 175, Naples 239-333-9502 x https://wellfitgirls.org Wellfit Adventure Camp offers a unique opportunity for middle school girls to participate in three weeks of leadership, fitness, and empowerment.

Daily camp activities include creative self-expression, personal discovery, yoga, fitness, meditation, team-building games, connection, and fun. The adventure culminates with an expedition to Amicalola Falls State Park in Georgia. Camp dates are July 11-28. Scholarships are available.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOLS FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH NAPLES 3000 Orange Blossom Dr., Naples 239-597-6057 x https://fbcn.org/vbs Vacation Bible School will be held June 6-10 from 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. for ages 4 (by Sept. 1, 2022) through current 5th graders. This year’s theme is Make Waves. Free.

NORTH NAPLES BAPTIST CHURCH 1811 Oakes Blvd., Naples 239-597-2201 x www.nnbc.life This summer’s theme is Spark Studios: Created in Christ; Designed for God’s Purpose. VBS will be held June 6-10. The 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. option is free. VBS Plus will be from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. for $45 for the week. Both camps are for ages 3 through teens.

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