Summer Camp Guide 2016

SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

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The Official Activity Guide of the Frederick County Division of Parks & Recreation

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Nature Camp at Fountain Rock Park

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History Camp

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A Turn at the Wheel

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Calling All Princesses

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Clay Creations

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KidzArt

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Harry Potter Camp

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Lego Minecraft Camp

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Once Upon a Time

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Superheroes Mini Camp

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Teen Spa

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Under the Sea Drawing

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Search for Dory

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Young Rembrandts

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Silver Nights Chess Camp

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Kids Cooking Camp

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Master Chef Camp

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8-14

Manners Can Be Fun!

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5-10

Serendipity Farm Day’s: Horse Back Riding

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4-17

Photography

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7-13

Mini Monocacy

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Little Hands Cooking Mini Camp

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3-5

1st Kicks Tot Soccer

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Funfit Summer Adventure

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Sports Discovery

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Tiny Sluggers Tee Ball

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Frozen Dance Camp

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Hip-Hop Dance Camp

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Kamp Kinderdance

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3-5

Princess Dance Camp

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3-5

Superhero Camp

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3-5

Children’s Chorus Camp

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8-12

Summer Camp at the Playhouse

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4-9

Ball Diamond Dynamics: Baseball & Softball

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7-15

Basketball Development

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6-12

Five-Star Basketball

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8-14

Baton, Cheer & Poms

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Cheerleading

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Field Hockey

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Fit Rising Athletes Football

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NFL Flag Football

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Gymnastics

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Tumbling for Cheerleading

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Breakaway Lacrosse

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Challenger British Soccer

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UK Elite Soccer

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Pee Wee Tennis

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Tennis and Swim Camp

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8-12

Tennis Instruction

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8-12

Go Get It Volleyball

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10-18

Club Scientific

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5-14

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Electronic Game Design

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EV Robotics

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Jump N’ Build

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5-10

Junior Robotics/Engineers

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Summer Scientists

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Dance Sampler

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Summer Camp Information PROGRAM INFO: • Camp information will be emailed, including any forms that are required for camps. All camps that have an icon next to them (2) require a camper health information form to be filled out and brought to camp on the first day. A camper who will be attending more than one camp location will need to fill out a Camp Health Form for each location.

• Campers will not be able to attend without completed paperwork, including camp health forms and medication authorization forms, if necessary. Download camp forms at www.recreater.com. Forms Required for Camp Include: 1) Camp Health Form ; 2) Medication Authorization Form, if needed.

• On the first day of each “Classic Camp” session (refer to the list on page 2), your child will receive a newsletter containing specific information regarding daily activities for that week of camp. Please refer to the newsletter before coming to camp each day.

• Air conditioning may not be available at all locations.

Sports camps, outdoor camps, park sites, and school gyms are usually NOT air conditioned.

• Children are encouraged to dress comfortably in old clothing and sneakers. Please do not send your child to camp in open-toed shoes or sandals.

• Extreme Heat and Code Red Ozone Alerts, as well as other inclement weather conditions, force us to adapt our program schedules and activities for your child’s safety.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: • REGISTER EARLY! Many of our camps and programs fill up fast and registration is on a first come, first served basis.

• Participants must be the advertised age of the camp by the start of the program.

• Most of our camps and programs run one-week sessions.

Times vary from half days to full days.

• Registration instructions are on page 34 of this Summer Camp Guide. If you need assistance, please call 301-6002936.

• Monocacy Camp Deposit Policy: A $20 deposit per camper, per week will hold your child’s space. Balance of registration fees must be paid-in-full by 4 pm, Friday, June 17th. If payment is not received by the required deadline, your deposit is forfeited and your child’s registration is cancelled.

Registrations made after June 17th must be paid-in-full at the time of registration.

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Monocacy Day Camp 2 6-12 YEARS

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Spend your summer vacation with us, enjoying sports, games and crafts that reflect the weekly themes listed below. There will be plenty of time to spend with old friends and make new ones while exploring, learning, and laughing all under the watchful eyes of our fully-trained staff. Whatever your interests are, there is a week for you! Fun weekly water days and visits by special guests will be held at each location.

Our son enjoyed the daily themed activities, water play, tie-dye, arts and crafts and the awesome field day!”

- Dave Herb

Weekly Fee: Full Day: $139

*Swim Option: $19

Walkersville location only

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: Camp Drop Off: Camp Pick-Up:

7:00 am - 6:00 pm 7:00 - 9:00 am 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Walkersville Rec Center

Oakdale Rec Center/Pinecliff Park

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Camp Swim

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Ignite Your Summer

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Freedom Rocks

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Ignite Your Summer

8117

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Child vs. Wild

8131

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Freedom Rocks

8102

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Under the Stars

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Child vs. Wild

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Adventure Week

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Under the Stars

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Green Works

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Adventure Week

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8/8-8/12

Campers Choice

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Ballenger Creek Park 8/15-8/19

Encore Week

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Middletown Rec Center Date

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Ignite Your Summer

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Freedom Rocks

8105

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Child vs. Wild

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Under the Stars

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Adventure Week

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Green Works

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Campers Choice

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Oakdale Rec Center

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Green Works

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Campers Choice

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Encore Week

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Head over to Pinecliff Park for the last 3 weeks of camp...

Same great staff, new location! Only 5 miles apart.

Ballenger Creek Park 8/15-8/19

Encore Week

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New Camps at Pinecliff Park!

8350 Pinecliff Park Rd ı Frederick, MD 21704

NEW! Monocacy Adventure Camp 2 8-13 YEARS

Dive into a world of non-stop outdoor fun! Go for hikes in the woods, practice archery skills, explore the river, learn about nature, and play games like Capture-the-Flag! This camp will investigate the entire park for a great summer experience. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle and nonperishable lunch every day

Weekly Fee:$139 Hours of Operation: Monday- Friday: Camp Drop Off: Camp Pick-Up:

7:00 am - 6:00 pm 7:00 - 9:00 am 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Browning Building at Pinecliff Park

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NEW! Mini Monocacy 2 4-6 YEARS

With higher staff to child ratios and incorporating preschool elements, this is the perfect stepping stone into our full day camp. Each weekly theme will feature stories, crafts, and games specially designed to help your preschooler learn and make friends!

Participants must be potty trained.

Weekly Fee: $72 Hours of Operation: Monday- Friday:

9:00 am - 11:30 am

Browning Building at Pinecliff Park Date

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Imagination Station

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Party in the U.S.A.

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Billions of Bubbles

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To Infinity and Beyond!

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Color Crazy

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“Toadily” Awesome!

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Anything Goes!

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NEW! Monocacy Sports & Games 2 6-12 YEARS Join us in this exciting all new Sports Camp! Campers will have non-stop fun participating in soccer, basketball, flag football, baseball, ultimate frisbee, lacrosse and more! Participants will learn new skills and continue to develop previous skills learned by competing in drills and games that will increase their sporting ability on and off the field. Campers will rotate activities in age and skill appropriate groups.

Bring a non-perishable lunch (no peanut products) and a water bottle. A t-shirt is included in the camp fee. 2

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday Full Day: Half Day:

7:00 am - 6:00 pm 7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Daily Schedule 7:00-9:00 am Drop off/Organized Free Play 9:00 am-12:00 pm Camp Activities 12:00-1:00 pm ½ Day Camp Ends/Lunch 1:00-4:00 pm Camp Activities 4:00-6:00 pm Pick up/Organized Free Play

Weekly Fee: Full Day: $145 Half Day: $79 Date

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Ballenger Creek Park

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Centerville Rec Center

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Oakdale Rec Center

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Ballenger Creek Park

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Oakdale Rec Center

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Centerville Rec Center

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Ballenger Creek Park

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NFL PUNT, PASS AND KICK COMPETITION

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FCPR is hosting an NFL Punt, Pass and Kick Competition. Youth football fans will get a chance to showcase their skills at this local event. Scores are based on accuracy and distance in the categories of punting, passing and kicking. Top finishers will have the opportunity to advance to a Sectional Competition and possibly the Baltimore Ravens team championship. Each participant must present a copy of their Birth Certificate at check-in. This is a free event for boys and girls. Participants will be separated based on ages. Age classification is as of December 31, 2016. No football shoes, turf shoes, cleats or bare feet are allowed. Only soft-sole gym shoes are permitted.

6-15 yrs / FREE Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park Friday, August 5th 12:00-2:00 pm #8014

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Eco-Adventure Camp Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 2929 Sumantown Road ı Middletown, MD 21769

Do you enjoy getting your feet wet exploring streams searching for crayfish, salamanders and frogs?

Come and join us for a summer filled with outdoor adventures. Each week will include a weekly focus as well as the following core activities: creek walks, nature hikes, and team building games. Please note activities are subject to change due to heat advisories or unsafe weather conditions.

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday 8:00-9:00 am Organized Free Play 9:00-12:00 pm Camp Activities 12:00-1:00 pm LUNCH (not provided) 1:00-4:00 pm Camp Activities 4:00-5:00 pm Organized Free Play Weekly newsletters will be emailed to all campers prior to camp starting.

**TRANSPORTATION: For an additional $30, campers will be safely transported to and from Catoctin Creek Nature Center for camp. A Parks and Recreation Shuttle Van will leave daily from Rose Hill Manor at 7:30 am and return at 5:00 pm. Transportation is limited to 10 participants.

REFUND POLICY:

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HEALTH FORMS 2: It is imperative that your child’s Camp Health Form and Medication Authorization Form (if needed) be completed prior to the start of camp. Please complete these form(s) and bring them with you on the first day of camp. These form(s) can be downloaded at www.recreater.com.

Week 1: June 27-July 1

Week 3: July 11-15

This camp is designed for campers who love wading in the creek and searching for creek creatures large and small including crayfish, frogs, and salamanders.

During the week, campers will be tubing along the creek (subject to water level), exploring, and much more.

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 8368 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 6/27-7/1

We will search for the unique amphibians which live near Catoctin Creek including salamanders, frogs & toads. During the week campers will be able to go: tubing along the creek (subject to water level), seining for fish, dip netting, searching for crayfish and much more.

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 8372 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/11-7/15

TRANSPORTATION – $179 8377 M-F 7:30 AM-5:00 PM 6/27-7/1

Week 4: July 18-22

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This camp is designed for campers that want to make new friends as they work together in fun, challenging, team-building activities. During the week the campers will be able to go: tubing along the creek (subject to water level), participate in many competitions, and much more.

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 8371 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/18-7/22

Week 2: July 5-8 CREEK EXPLORERS II 2

This camp is designed for campers who love wading in the creek and searching for creek creatures large and small including: crayfish, frogs, and salamanders.

During the week the campers will be able to go: tubing along the creek (subject to water level), explore different parts of the creek, and much more.

8-13 yrs / 4 days / $119 Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center TRANSPORTATION – $179 8370 Tu-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/5-7/8 8379 M-F 7:30 AM-5:00 PM 7/18-7/22 TRANSPORTATION – $149 8378 Tu-F 7:30 AM-5:00 PM

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Week 5: July 25-29 SURVIVOR CAMP 2

Week 7: August 8-12 WILDLIFE WONDERS 2

Campers show their survival smarts by Explore the habitats of the wild animals constructing survival shelters and trying of Catoctin Creek. Meet live animals and their hands at other basic outdoor sur- explore the creek, woods, and meadows vival techniques such as fire building, col- of the park searching for the wild critters lecting water, and tubing along the creek that live here. (subject to water level).

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 8-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 8375 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 8/8-8/12 8373 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/25-7/29 TRANSPORTATION – $179 TRANSPORTATION – $179 8383 M-F 7:30 AM-5:00 PM 8/8-8/12 8381 M-F 7:30 AM-5:00 PM 7/25-7/29

Week 6: August 1-5 WILDERNESS SKILLS 2

Week 8: August 15-19 PREDATOR/PREY 2

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This is an opportunity for campers to take We will spend the week learning new a look into the animal kingdom and disoutdoor skills including: wildlife tracking, cover what it takes for plants and animals geocaching, survival shelter building, and to survive. They will participate in various much more. Campers will also have the activities and competitions emphasizing opportunity to test their skills in archery. the predator/prey relationship.

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 8-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 8374 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 8/1-8/5 8376 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 8/15-8/19 TRANSPORTATION – $179 8382 M-F 7:30 AM-5:00 PM 8/1-8/5

TRANSPORTATION – $179 8384 M-F 7:30 AM-5:00 PM 8/15-8/19

Best camp in town! Love the staff and the Center.

This is our first camp pick every year!”

- Linda Allen

Family Campfires

Discover the nocturnal side of the park at our evening campfire. You may hear campfire stories; enjoy active games; or take a short night hike before relaxing in front of the campfire. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on.

All Ages / $10 per family Catoctin Creek Park 8:00-10:00 PM 8389 Saturday, June 11th

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Nature Camp

Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 2929 Sumantown Road ı Middletown, MD 21769

Nature camp features lively outdoor adventures, interactions with our Nature Center animals, hands-on activities, games, nature walks, storytelling, and crafts. Every week will include new adventures as well as weekly favorites such as catching critters and exploring the tributaries, meadows, and forests! Please note that all activities are subject to change due to heat advisories or unsafe weather conditions.

FULL DAY CAMP SCHEDULE:

9:00-9:30 am Organized Free Play 9:30 am-12:00 pm Camp Activities 12:00-1:00 pm Lunch (not provided) 1:00-3:30 pm Camp Activities 3:30-4:00 pm Organized Free Play *During Organized Free Play campers will have the chance to play with board games, toys, puzzles, read nature books, and create nature drawings.

REFUND POLICY:

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Week 1: June 13-17 LITTLE SEEDLINGS 2

Week 2: June 20-24

NATURE THROUGH THE SENSES 2

Your child is discovering the world around Explore nature through the 5 senses by them but isn’t ready to explore without learning what they are, what they tell you you yet. So hold your little explorer’s about the world around you, and how anihand in this mini-camp experience and mals use them to survive. Campers will interact with them while they discover explore their senses through games and nature through their 5 senses. A regis- activities. Each day will be themed-based tered adult must participate with each child on one of the five senses. registered.

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $72 2-3 yrs / 5 days / $69 Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 8241 M-F 9:00-11:30 AM 6/20-6/24 8232 M-F 10:00-11:30 AM 6/13-6/17

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Week 3: June 27-July 1 WET & WILD I 2

You will certainly get your feet wet during a fun-packed week of aquatic exploration! Highlighted activities will include tubing (subject to water level), dip-netting, and exploring the Catoctin Creek. Lots of adventures and lots of fun.

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $139 Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 8242 M-F 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 6/27-7/1

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Week 5: July 11-15 NEW! VET TECH KIDS 2

This camp is an introduction to the world of caring for animals and is for those aspiring to be a veterinarian, zoologist, or those that just love animals. Learn about the nutritional needs, resting and eating habits, and much more of the animals at the nature center. There will be hands on experiences with different animals.

6-8 yrs / 5 days / $79 Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 8255 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15

Week 6: July 18-22

Week 7: July 25-29

WEIRD AND WACKY SCIENCE 2

Week 9: August 8-12

ANIMALS, ANIMALS, ANIMALS! 2

Let your camper discover cool facts of sciCampers will explore the park in search ence through experiments and observaof the animals that live here. We’ll look tion. Campers will participate in experifor signs of animals that call the park their ments (wear old clothes because it may home and meet the animals that live inside get messy), play games, and create crafts the nature center. Campers will enjoy learnwhile discovering science. ing while participating in active games, 6-10 yrs / 5 days / $139 nature crafts, and exploring the park.

Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 6-10 yrs / 5 days / $139 8355 M-F 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 7/25-7/29 Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 8357 M-F 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 8/8-8/12

Week 8: August 1-5 REPTILES ROCK 2

Week 10:August 15-19

Whether it slithers or scampers, this camp AWESOME AMPHIBIANS 2 WE LOVE BUGS 2 is about all things reptile! Through hikes, Campers will learn what makes amphibIt’s summertime and the bugs and but- games, crafts, live animal talks, and outdoor ians so special and have the opportunity terflies are hopping at Catoctin Creek! exploration, campers have fun learning all to meet some that live at the nature cenCampers will just love to take bug hikes, about our reptile friends here at the park. ter.

We’ll explore the amphibian world play silly bug games, make cool bug crafts 4-6 yrs / 5 days / $72 through games, crafts, and outdoor exand meet our buggy friends living at the Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center ploration.

Nature Center.

8356 M-F 9:00-11:30 AM 8/1-8/5 4-6 yrs / 5 days / $72 4-6 yrs / 5 days / $72 Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 8358 M-F 9:00-11:30 AM 8/15-8/19 8353 M-F 9:00-11:30 AM 7/18-7/22

NEW! VET TECH KIDS 2

This camp is an introduction to the world of caring for animals and is for those aspiring to be a veterinarian, zoologist, or those that just love animals. Learn about the nutritional needs, resting and eating habits, and much more of the animals at the nature center. There will be hands on experiences with different animals.

9-12 yrs / 5 days / $79 8354 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22

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Nature Camp

Fountain Rock Park & Nature Center 8511 Nature Center Place ı Walkersville, MD 21793

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Nature camp features games, archery, nature walks, wildlife viewing, storytelling, crafts, and hands-on activities with the nature center animals. Every week will include new adventures as well as weekly favorites, such as catching butterflies with nets, exploring Glade Creek for crayfish, and the option of having a picture taken with one of the resident snakes! Please note that activities are subject to change due to heat advisories or unsafe weather conditions.

This is a great camp! My kids had a blast and were able to explore nature hands on.”

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FULL DAY CAMP SCHEDULE:

8:00-9:00 am Organized Free Play 9:00 am-12:00 pm Camp Activities 12:00-1:00 pm Lunch (not provided) 1:00-4:00 pm Camp Activities 4:00-5:00 pm Organized Free Play *During Organized Free Play, campers will have the chance to play with board games, toys, puzzles, read nature books, create nature drawings, and assist with the care of the nature center animals.

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SUMMER SCIENTISTS 2

Campers will set bait to study animal tracks, measure the height of the trees, conduct a field study on seed dispersal, take water quality tests to determine the health of our creek and much more in our best ever Natural Science camp. Play games, enjoy the outdoors and discover how much fun science can be! Dress for the weather and bring a lunch with water bottle everyday.

7-12 yrs / 5 days / $149 Nature Center at Fountain Rock Park 8210 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/25-7/29

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HEALTH FORMS 2: It is imperative that your child’s Camp Health Form and Medication Authorization Form (if needed) be completed prior to the start of camp. Please complete these form(s) and bring them with you on the first day of camp.

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SURVIVAL OF THE “KIDDEST” 2

Where do turtles go in the winter? How can a delicate butterfly make it all the way to Mexico? Is a beaver dam stronger than my house? This week its all about how to survive in the wild. We will learn about animal survival tools and try out some of our own including; how to find water and edible wild food, build shelters, fish with only a string, tie knots, and more. Optional overnight on Thursday! Dress for the weather and bring a lunch with water bottle everyday.

7-12 yrs / 5 days / $149 Nature Center at Fountain Rock Park 8212 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 8/1-8/5

Nature Birthday Parties Birthday party includes:

• 1 Hour Nature Presentation of your Choice • 1 Hour Party Room Reservation

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ULTIMATE NATURE CAMP 2

Looking for something a little “more” this summer? Every week we go to the creek to learn about water habitats, discover the forest, learn to identify plants and trees, visit the nature center animals, plus an archery day! All while playing games and exploring our park. We will even challenge Camp Monocacy at Walkersville to “Predator Prey Extreme”! Dress for the weather and bring a lunch with water bottle everyday.

7-12 yrs / 5 days / $149 Nature Center at Fountain Rock Park 8206 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 6/27-7/1 8207 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/18-7/22 8208 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 8/8-8/12

KNEE-HIGH NATURALISTS 2

Spend each day of the week in a different natural world. Chase butterflies and other insects in the fields, splash in the creek and learn about who lives there, find out what kinds of trees we have in the forest, even visit with Nature Center animals. Get outside this summer and have fun playing in the park with friends!

4-6 yrs / 4 days / $69 Kaufman House at Fountain Rock Park 8192 Tu-F 9:00-11:30 AM 7/5-7/8 4-6 yrs / 5 days / $72 Kaufman House at Fountain Rock Park 8191 M-F 9:00-11:30 AM 6/27-7/1 8198 M-F 1:00-3:30 PM 6/27-7/1 8193 M-F 9:00-11:30 AM 7/11-7/15 8199 M-F 1:00-3:30 PM 7/11-7/15 8194 M-F 9:00-11:30 AM 7/18-7/22 8195 M-F 9:00-11:30 AM 7/25-7/29 8200 M-F 1:00-3:30 PM 7/25-7/29 8196 M-F 9:00-11:30 AM 8/1-8/5 8197 M-F 9:00-11:30 AM 8/8-8/12 8201 M-F 1:00-3:30 PM 8/8-8/12

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6-10 yrs / 4 days / $69 Kaufman House at Fountain Rock Park 8202 Tu-F 1:00-3:30 PM 7/5-7/8 6-10 yrs / 5 days / $72 Kaufman House at Fountain Rock Park 8203 M-F 1:00-3:30 PM 7/18-7/22 8204 M-F 1:00-3:30 PM 8/1-8/5

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History Camp

Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums History Camps: 1611 North Market Street ı Frederick, MD 21701

FULL DAY CAMP SCHEDULE:

8:00-9:00 am *Organized Free Play 9:00 am-12:00 pm Camp Activities 12:00-1:00 pm Lunch (not provided) 1:00-4:00 pm Camp Activities 4:00-5:00 pm *Organized Free Play *During Organized Free Play, campers will have the chance to play with board games, toys, puzzles, books, and activity sheets related to camp themes, as well as to explore the Museum.

REFUND POLICY:

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HEALTH FORMS 2: It is imperative that your child’s Camp Health Form and Medication Authorization Form (if needed) be completed prior to the start of camp. Please complete these form(s) and bring them with you on the first day of camp.

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History camp features lively games, crafts, museum and garden exploration, storytelling, and a variety of hands-on activities. Every week will include new adventures as well as weekly favorites. The museum facilities and gardens add to the unique possibilities of learning at Rose Hill Manor Park. Please note that activities are subject to change due to heat advisories or unsafe weather conditions.

MOMMY & ME CAMP: JAN BRETT’S WORLD 2

Enjoy discovering a whole new world in beloved children’s classics as we engage in group play and activities. Campers will participate in story-time, activities that encourage color and shape recognition and craft time each day. Parents must remain with children and cost is per parent/child pair.

2-4 yrs / 5 days / $69 Rose Hill Manor Park 8220 M-F 9:30-11:30 AM 6/20-6/24

WILD, WILD, WEST CAMP 2

Explore pioneer life and learn skills such as archery, animal tracking and more which helped pioneers survive in the wild, wild west.

6-12 yrs / 5 days / $72 Rose Hill Manor Park 8163 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1

SUPERHEROES OF HISTORY CAMP 2

Discover how ordinary Americans such as Thomas Jefferson, Clara Barton, Martin Luther King, Jr. & Albert Einstein shaped history and made a difference. We’ll learn about these heroes as well as the history of comic books, create art and practice civic responsibility to WEE HISTORIANS CAMP: LITTLE be heroes in our community.

HOUSE IN THE WOODS CAMP 2 6-12 yrs / 5 days / $72 Explore what life was like for Laura & Rose Hill Manor Park Alonzo from the Little House books. Prac- 8165 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/4-7/8 tice pioneer skills such as building, packing and tracking while also learning about WEE HISTORIANS CAMP: trees and the animals and birds who call SUPERHEROES OF HISTORY 2 the woods their home.

Discover how ordinary Americans became 3-5 yrs / 5 days / $72 superheroes of history. From Thomas JefRose Hill Manor Park ferson to Albert Einstein and Captain 8164 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1 America to Superman we’ll learn some history while training to be superheroes.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $72 Rose Hill Manor Park 8170 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/4-7/8

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GIRLS IN HISTORY CAMP 2

Explore history through the stories of Kaya, Kirsten, Molly and friends. Learn about the world these girls lived in an explore the role women like them played in historical events.

6-12 yrs / 5 days / $72 Rose Hill Manor Park ADDY’S WORLD 8187 M-F 12:30-3:30 PM 7/11-7/15 KAYA’S WORLD 8188 M-F 12:30-3:30 PM 7/18-7/22 MOLLY’S WORLD 8189 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/25-29 8190 M-F 12:30-3:30 PM 8/1-8/5

HOUSE DIVIDED: CIVIL WAR CAMP 2

Explore how one of the most defining moments in our nation’s history both divided and drew families together. We’ll explore the war through the letters, diaries and memoirs of those who lived it.

7-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 Rose Hill Manor Park 8176 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/11-7/15

ROSE HILL REGIMENT: CIVIL WAR CAMP 2

Explore the History of the Civil War from the Firing on Sumter to the Signing at Appomatox. Learn about President Abraham Lincoln as well as the lives of soldiers and civilians through role play and activities.

5-8 yrs / 5 days / $72 Rose Hill Manor Park 8178 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15

NATIVE AMERICAN NATURE SURVIVAL CAMP 2

Explore the links between nature and Native Americans and how to survive in the natural world. Practice Native American skills including basket weaving and archery.

7-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 Rose Hill Manor Park 8179 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/18-7/22

MOCKINGJAY ADVENTURE CAMP 2 Embark on an adventure in history. Discover how revolutions have shaped our country and explore the skills and legends of folk heros. Daily opportunities to learn and practice new skills including archery, orienteering, camouflage, net making and tracking.

7-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 Rose Hill Manor Park 8185 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/25-7/29

THROUGH THE WARDROBE: THE WORLD OF NARNIA & WWII 2

HISTORY ENCORE CAMP 2

A week to engage and create historical crafts and explore the things we enjoy most about history.

6-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 Rose Hill Manor Park 8223 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 8/15-8/19

MOMMY & ME CAMPPETER RABBIT & FRIENDS 2

Enjoy discovering a whole new world in beloved children’s classics as we engage in group play and activities. Campers will participate in story-time, activities that encourage color and shape recognition and craft time each day. Parents must remain with children and cost is per parent/child pair.

2-4 yrs / 5 days / $69 Rose Hill Manor Park 8221 M-F 9:30-11:30 AM 8/8-8/12

Step into the world of Narnia and explore the historical events surrounding the chronicles with World War II history.

6-12 yrs / 5 days / $72 Rose Hill Manor Park 8205 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/1-8/5

A WORLD AT WAR: WORLD WAR II 2

NATIVE AMERICAN NATURE CAMP 2

Discover the technology and innovations of World War II, how life changed for AmerExplore our natural icans and how art shaped the war effort. world while learning about Native Ameri- 6-13 yrs / 5 days / $149 cans through the story of Kaya. Develop Rose Hill Manor Park your nature skills in animal recognition 8440 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 8/1-8/5 and tracking, while exploring foods from nature. We’ll make a nature inspired craft each day.

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $72 Rose Hill Manor Park 8184 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22

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LORD OF THE RINGS CAMP 2

Enter the world of the Lord of the Rings and discover the ties between literature, theatre and history.

6-12 yrs / 5 days / $72 Rose Hill Manor Park 8215 M-F 12:30-3:30 PM 7/25-7/29

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WATER FUN FOR EVERYONE ENROLLMENT Class enrollment is strictly regulated in order to provide proper teacher/student ratios. Once a class is filled, no one else will be allowed to register. You may be placed on a waiting list at no cost. If an opening occurs, the first person on the waiting list will be contacted. This does not mean a place will be saved for the participants.

Participants on the waiting list are not to come to the first day of class. The pool supervisors reserve the right to move participants from the class they originally enrolled in if there is room and the move merits the best interest of the student. Participants should be aware that every effort to provide a makeup class will be made.

CANCELLATIONS/WEATHER POLICY Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment, mechanical breakdown, low air or water temperature, or schedule change. Every effort to alert you to these cancellations will be made. Frederick County law states that the pool deck must be cleared during thunder and lightning storms. At the first sight of lightning or sound of thunder, the pool will be immediately evacuated. Swimmers will not be allowed to return to the pool until 30 minutes after the last occurrence of thunder or lightning. Every attempt will be made to continue through the scheduled practice when the weather clears.

SWIMMING LESSONS Which Level is right for my child?

Level 1 is for beginners with little or no experience in the water. To enroll into levels 2-6, students must have completed or at least be able to confidently demonstrate the skills listed in the previous level, including the exit skill requirements.

How many lessons will it take for my child to “swim”?

Learning skills varies among children.

Readiness is influenced by physical development, previous experiences, home environment, parental attitudes, and individual preferences. For most skills, there are simply pre-requisites; activities and lead-ups that can LESSON OBSERVATION Please remember all swim instructors are prepare the child to perform those skills. It may STUDENT/TEACHER RATIO A student/teacher ratio which provides good American Red Cross certified with high take many lessons before a child can swim safety and instruction is vital to our programs. standards. Please allow them to teach with- independently. Year round practice, regular In general, we strive to maintain a 5:1 ratio out distraction. A parent seating area will be (supervised) exposure to water and positive for all classes; however, we cannot guarantee provided. If you have a concern please wait encouragement are ways parents can help until the class ends and discuss your concern their child to progress. To make sure your child these numbers. Instructors may vary. with the instructor. We strongly encourage does learn to swim well, be sure they complete parents, if they feel comfortable, to bring kids the entire learn-to-swim program.

APPAREL Cut-off shorts, thongs, street clothes, and to swim lessons and exit the pool area until sweat pants are prohibited in the pool. Shirts class is close to ending. may be worn over appropriate swimming attire. Children that are not toilet trained are required to wear approved swim diapers.

JUNIOR LIFEGUARDING CAMP 11-15 yrs / 4 days / $120 Indoor Pool at Walkersville High School 8409 M-Th 9:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/11-7/14 8410 M-Th 9:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/25-7/28

AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING

Prerequisites: Must pass Lifeguard Pre Course Water Test on July 7th (below).

15+ yrs / 4 days / $200 Indoor Pool at Walkersville High School 8464 M-Th 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 7/18-7/21

LIFEGUARD PRE COURSE WATER TEST

This pre-course is mandatory for anyone registering for American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (above). Participants must pass before registering.

15+ yrs / 1 day / $25 Indoor Pool at Walkersville High School 8463 Th 6:30-7:30 PM 7/7

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CLASS

M/W, 6/13-7/11

Tu/Th, 6/14-7/7

Parent & Child Water Discovery (6 mo-3 yrs) $60

M-Th, 7/11-7/21

M-Th, 7/25-8/4

11:10-11:40 am

11:10-11:40 am

11:10-11:40 am

8-8:30 am (7859)

8-8:30 am (7860) 10:20-10:50 am

8-8:30 am (7862)

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Preschool Lv 1 (3-5 yrs) $70

4:30-5 pm (7865) 6:10-6:40 pm (7864) 6-6:30 pm (7866)

Preschool Lv 2 (3-5 yrs) $70

M-Th, 6/27-6/30 M-F, 7/5-7/8

8-8:30 am (7867)

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(7861)

8-8:30 am (7868) 10:20-10:50 am

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10:20-10:50 am

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8-8:30 am (7871)

(7870) Preschool Lv 3 (3-5 yrs) $70 Learn to Swim Lv 1: Intro to Water Skills (5-12 yrs) $70

6:10-6:40 pm (7873)

4:30-5 pm (7874) 6-6:30 pm (7875)

8-8:30 am (7876)

8-8:30 am (7877)

8-8:30 am (7878)

5-12 yrs

8:40-9:20 am (7886) 4:30-5:10 pm (7881) 5:10-5:50 pm (7883) 8:40-9:20 am (7884) 8:40-9:20 am (7885) 4:30-5:10 pm (7882) 10:20-11 am (7887)

8-12 yrs

10:20-11 am (7888)

9:30-10:10 am

(7889)

Learn to Swim Lv 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills (5-12 yrs) $70

8:40-9:20 am (7894) 8:40-9:20 am (7895) 8:40-9:20 am (7897) 9:30-10:10 am 9:30-10:10 am 4:30-5:10 pm (7891) 5:10-5:50 pm (7893) 9:30-10:10 am

Learn to Swim Lv 3: Stroke Development (5-12 yrs) $70

8:40-9:20 am (7903) 8:40-9:20 am (7906) 5:20-6 pm (7900) 5:10-5:50 pm (7902) 9:30-10:10 am 8:40-9:20 am (7905) 6:50-7:30 pm (7901) 10:20-11 am (7907)

Learn to Swim Lv 4: Stroke Improvement (5-14 yrs) $70

5:20-6 pm (7911) 6:50-7:30 pm (7913)

9:30-10:10 am

Learn to Swim Lv 5: Stroke Refinement (5-14 yrs) $70

6:50-7:30 pm (7927)

10:20-11 am (7929)

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(7904) (7915)

10:20-11 am (7916)

Adult Intermediate (16+ yrs) $70

6:40-7:20 pm (7933)

Teen: Stroke Refinement (16+ yrs) $70

6:40-7:20 pm (7935)

Adults Learning the Basics (18+ yrs) $70

6:40-7:20 pm (8401)

9:30-10:10 am

(7918)

9:30-10:10 am

(7919)

9:30-10:10 am

(7930)

Location: All classes are held at the Walkersville High School- Indoor Pool Make-up classes will be on Fridays, in case of inclement weather.

To see if your program is canceled due to lightning, please call 301-600-6291.

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Summer Camps Arts & Crafts, Sports and More!

CLUB SCIENTIFIC & KIDZARTJR. OCEANOGRAPHER 2

CLAY CREATIONS

Arts & Crafts A TURN AT THE WHEEL

Campers will explore the world of clay.

They will learn hand-building techniques such as pinching, coils, and slabs. Using scoring and slip, campers will add decorations to their hand built projects. Campers will also learn how to glaze and fire a clay piece to create their very own one of a kind art project. This camp also includes a wheel day where campers make a simple bowl or plate on the pottery wheel. Please bring $100 materials fee on Monday.

10-16 yrs / 5 days / $80 Firehouse Pottery & Arts 7923 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/25-7/29

CALLING ALL PRINCESSES

Get your tiara on and join us for three fun filled days. Practice your princess wave, learn a princess dance, and join the royal parade! Each mini-camp includes a clay day where campers make their own creations out of clay. Projects will be ready approx. 2 weeks after camp and campers are invited to come back at their leisure to paint their creations with no additional charge. Other activities may include ceramic painting, acrylic painting on wood or textiles, and paper crafts. Please bring $50 materials fee on Monday.

5-8 yrs / 3 days / $50 Firehouse Pottery & Arts 7917 W-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 7/6-7/8

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Submerge yourself in a fun art and science experience as we explore some interesting aspects of life under the sea. Campers will do experiments and produce a variety of artwork they will be proud of. This camp has multiple art and science activities per day giving the campers interesting investigations into the mysterious sea throughout. Camp will include science labs, art projects, activities which may include team building, science skills, and an outdoor activity. Movie/snack time daily.

T-Shirt included. Please, bring a PEANUT FREE LUNCH & 2+ SNACKS. Ask about our Multi-sibling and Multi-Camp Discounts.

BRING $90 SUPPLY FEE TO FIRST CLASS. 5-10 yrs / 5 days / $165 Thurmont Rec Center 8063 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/18-7/22

Campers will explore the world of clay. They will learn hand-building techniques such as pinching, coils, and slabs. Using scoring and slip, campers will add decorations to their hand built projects. Campers will also learn how to glaze and fire a clay piece to create their very own one of a kind art project.

Please bring $100 materials fee on Monday.

7+ yrs / 5 days / $80 Firehouse Pottery & Arts CLUB SCIENTIFIC & KIDZART7921 M-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 7/11-7/15

JR. PALEONTOLOGIST 2

CLUB SCIENTIFIC & KIDZART REUSE, REDUCE, GET SMART 2

Campers are going to explore UpCycle Art while using everyday materials to learn about recycling, and our impact on our environment! Create unique mixed media pieces and fun, educational experiments with recycled and upcycled materials! Camp will include activities which could be team building, science and art skills, and activities based on recycling.

Movie/snack time daily. T-Shirt included.

Please, bring a PEANUT FREE LUNCH & 2+ SNACKS. Ask about our Multi-sibling and Multi-Camp Discounts. BRING $90 SUPPLY FEE TO FIRST CLASS. 5-10 yrs / 5 days / $165 Myersville Municipal Center 8055 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 8/15-8/19 Ballenger Creek Park 8053 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/11-7/15

Campers focus on Paleontology while exploring the prehistoric era through art and science. This exciting adventure in Paleontology will have your child playing in the dirt and having the time of their lives! Campers will be immersed in several hands-on projects they will take home to continue their adventure. We will draw, paint, mold, create, and design master works of art that will tell stories from the creative minds of each camper! Camp will include science labs, activities which may include team building, science skills, and a science/art activity. Science in the morning and Art in the afternoon! Movie/snack time daily. T-Shirt included. Please, bring a PEANUT FREE LUNCH & 2+ SNACKS. Ask about our Multi-sibling and Multi-Session Discounts. BRING $90 SUPPLY FEE TO FIRST CLASS. 5-10 yrs / 5 days / $185 Centerville Rec Center 8065 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/25-7/29

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KIDZART – FAMOUS ARTISTS

Activities explore the science of making movies. During each activity scientific concepts may be taught through the use of the “In The Studio” and “Meet the Movie Maker” sections of the activity. The camp culminates with the campers creating their own stop action animation movie.

Each camper should bring their own digital camera (that uses an SD card) and a flash drive with a memory of at least 1 GB. The camera will be used to take the pictures for the stop action animation movie.

The flash drive will allow the camper to bring his/her movie home for a movie premiere for family and friends. Each day campers have projects that relate to the final movie and some demonstrate additional special effects such as make up, set design, lighting, and sound. Camp will include Science labs, Activities which could be team building, science skills, an outdoor activity, and a Science/Art Activity.

Movie/snack time daily. T-Shirt included.

Please, bring a PEANUT FREE LUNCH & 2+ SNACKS. Ask about our Multi-sibling and Multi-Camp Discounts. BRING $145 SUPPLY FEE TO FIRST CLASS. 10-14 yrs / 5 days / $195 Deer Crossing Rec Center 8064 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/25-7/29

CLUB SCIENTIFICYOUNG PHYSICIAN 2

Come and experience being a Young Physician. Campers will have activities and experiments that explore the science of physicians such as anatomy, physiology, and genetics. During each activity the scientific concepts used are taught to help the Young Physicians learn and explore while conducting hands on Science labs, Activities which could be team building, science skills, an outdoor activity, and a Science/Art Activity. Movie/snack time daily. T-Shirt included.

Please, bring a PEANUT FREE LUNCH & 2+ SNACKS. Ask about our Multi-sibling and Multi-Camp Discounts. BRING $90 SUPPLY FEE TO FIRST CLASS. 5-10 yrs / 5 days / $185 Walkersville Rec Center 8066 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 8/15-8/19

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Campers will have fun cartooning, creating yummy looking models of cake and candy, painting on canvas, and other interesting techniques - All developed around inspiring artists. Campers will learn how to draw the easy KidzArt way and use their imaginations and creativity to make their own masterpieces! Camp will include activities which could be team building, art skills, an outdoor activity, and creating fantastic pieces of art. Movie/snack time daily.

T-Shirt included. Please, bring a PEANUT FREE LUNCH & 2+ SNACKS. Ask about our Multi-sibling and Multi-Camp Discounts.

BRING $90 SUPPLY FEE TO FIRST CLASS. 5-10 yrs / 5 days / $150 Myersville Municipal Center 7956 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 6/27-7/1 Centerville Rec Center 7957 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 8/8-8/12

LEGO MINECRAFT CAMP

We have combined two of our favorite camps for a fun week of building and destroying!

Join our elite team of builders as we explore the various realms of Lego City and Minecraft. We will work in teams to create new realms and become Master Builders. Campers will create original art with clay, canvas, kid friendly glass, and ceramics. They will also participate in skill building activities such as our super soaker target practice and water ball slingshot target practice. Please bring $100 materials fee on Monday.

7+ yrs / 5 days / $80 Firehouse Pottery & Arts 7910 M-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 6/27-7/1 7912 M-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 7/18-7/22

ABRAKADOODLE: MAD ABOUT MOVIES

Expecto Patronum! At this camp we will make our very own wands and learn how to create unique spells. Campers will head to Potions Class where we will explore some chemical reactions while making kid friendly potions. We will even paint our own potions cups. Once our campers join a “house”, we will make, design and paint our own house coat of arms on canvas. Join us for these and many more “Stupefy”ing activities! Please bring $100 materials fee on Monday.

7+ yrs / 5 days / $80 Firehouse Pottery & Arts 7920 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15

You will LOVE this camp if you love movies and the kooky characters, animations and illustrations in them. From minions to dinosaurs to out of this world environments!

Marvelous movies and art together make for some movie madness! Campers learn how movies are made, tell movie stories and recreate favorite movie characters! Explore animation, storyboards, movie music, games and more while making new friends and exploring creative abilities. Two projects each day, plus games, music and fun face painting! Please bring a nut free snack and drink each day. A $40 Material fee due first class.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $160 Myersville Municipal Center 7941 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/1-8/5 Centerville Rec Center 7938 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15 Thurmont Rec Center 7940 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/25-7/29 Walkersville Rec Center 7943 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/8-8/12

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NEW! HARRY POTTER CAMP

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ONCE UPON A TIME: A FAIRY TALE ADVENTURE IN ART

Frozen snowmen, Sleeping Princesses, Beastly Princes, Wild Dragons...Come join us as we explore art inspired by Storybook Characters! Artists will learn about pottery painting, acrylic painting, and glass fusing!

Each day will incorporate art inspired by fairy tales, princesses, and magical beasts.

Please bring $100 materials fee on Monday.

7+ yrs / 5 days / $80 Firehouse Pottery & Arts 7908 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1

NEW! SUPERHEROES MINI CAMP

ABRAKADOODLE: UNDER THE SEA ART CAMP

Make a big splash and join us for adventures in our Under the Sea Art Camp.

Campers will learn all about jellyfish, octopuses, dolphins, whales and even mermaids! There’s nothing fishy about using cool tools and materials to create fun paintings, collages, sculptures and more.

Campers will have oceans of fun designing cool art projects, playing games, reading stories, learning about ecology and examining underwater habitats. So dive in! You won’t get wet but you’ll make some new friends and have tons of FUN under the sea! Two projects each day, plus games, music and fun face painting! Please bring a nut free snack and drink each day. A $40 material fee is due the first class.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $160 Ballenger Creek Community Building 7932 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/1-8/5 Middletown Rec Center 7928 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22 Urbana Elementary School 7925 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1

Look up in the sky! It’s a bird..it’s a plane!

No! It’s SUPERMAN!! Which superhero is your favorite? We love them all at Firehouse Pottery & Arts! During this 3-day mini camp, your child will paint pottery, work with kid friendly glass, create with clay, paint with acrylics and more! We will also play games, eat a snack, and have a ‘Marvel’ous time! Please bring $50 materials fee on Wednesday.

5-8 yrs / 3 days / $50 Firehouse Pottery & Arts 7914 W-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/6-7/8 6-12 yrs / 5 days / $160 Urbana Elementary School 7934 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1 TEEN SPA Join us for a pampering week of spa activi- Ballenger Creek Community Building ties! Learn how to make your own beauty 7937 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/1-8/5 products, such as face masks and more! Middletown Rec Center You will also create artwork to decorate 7936 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22 your own home spa using acrylics, ceramic, and glass. What a great way to unwind UNDER THE SEA and relax before the new school year! DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS Please bring $100 materials fee on Monday. Under the sea makes us think of mermaids, fish, shipwrecks and even sharks. All of 10-16 yrs / 5 days / $80 these will inspire our work as we draw Firehouse Pottery & Arts 7924 M-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 7/25-7/29 many animal and human characters found under the sea. Our last day will be exciting as we combine the subject matter we have learned into one larger drawing with a story of its own. Media used will include pencils, crayons, color pencils and markers.

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $130 Ballenger Creek Community Building 7953 M-F 9:30 AM-12:00 PM 7/25-7/29

NEW! SEARCH FOR DORY CAMP

A Search for Dory - “Just keep swimming” and come find Dory in this fun filled 5 day camp. Our days will be filled with fun fishy facts, and water games to help cool us off on those hot summer days. Artists will explore many art mediums, including Pottery, Acrylic Painting on canvas, and Glass.

During the camp we will search for Dory in our under the sea art adventure! Please bring $100 materials fee on Monday.

7+ yrs / 5 days / $80 Firehouse Pottery & Arts 7922 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22

YOUNG REMBRANDTS

Join Young Rembrandts as we travel to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. Futuristic scenes of other-worldly adventures highlight the spectacular drawings our students will produce. We will join our colorful cast of cartoon characters, like “Sketch” the mouse, “Shade” the cat and “Dave” the elephant. Not only will our students learn how to illustrate science fiction-inspired characters and moments, but they will also strengthen their drawing and coloring skills. From astronauts in jet packs to out-of-this-world alien life forms, our students will learn how to compose well-drawn cartoon figures in dynamic poses. Get ready for five days of exciting, intergalactic imagery!

OCEAN LIFE 6-12 yrs / 5 days / $145 Walkersville Rec Center 7955 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22 SKETCH AND FRIENDS IN SPACE 6-12 yrs / 5 days / $145 Urbana Elementary School 7954 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15

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MASTER CHEF CAMP 2

SILVER KNIGHTS CHESS CAMP 2

Spend a week playing and learning about chess. Learn from highly rated professional chess instructors. You are divided into groups by skill level, from beginner through highly rated tournament players. Every camper receives a t-shirt and a tournament-style chess set. Activities include learning openings, tactics and endgames; studying master games; playing games against fellow students and analyzing students-games, along with some fresh air breaks. Bring a nut-free snack (half-day campers) or lunch (full-day campers) and beverage.

5-13 yrs / 5 days / $344 Centerville Rec Center 8016 M-F 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 6/27-7/1 Ballenger Creek Community Building 8017 M-F 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 8/15-8/19 5-13 yrs / 5 days / $205 Centerville Rec Center 8019 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1 8020 M-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 6/27-7/1 Ballenger Creek Community Building 8021 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/15-8/19 8022 M-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 8/15-8/19

Are you a Master Chef or do you want to learn how to be one? Show off your skills and learn new techniques at our Master Chef Camp, just like the show we will have Mystery Baskets, Team Challenges, Taste Tests and Judging. These classes are great opportunities for budding chefs to show their full potential and break out into the culinary scene while whipping up batches of fun. Have your child let loose and have fun in the kitchen, without any of the stresses and pressure of school. Younger children focus on kitchen basics like mixing, measuring, tasting and safety while having fun in the kitchen. Older chefs learn more independence in the kitchen as we focus on advanced techniques, challenges, blind taste tests and more.

6-9 yrs / 5 days/ $140 Ballenger Creek Teaching Kitchen 8427 M-F 1:30 PM-4:30 PM 7/18-7/22 8428 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/1-8/5 9-13 yrs / 5 days/ $140 Ballenger Creek Teaching Kitchen 7324 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22 7325 M-F 1:30 PM-4:30 PM 8/1-8/5

LITTLE HANDS COOKING MINI-CAMP 2

Cooking

KIDS COOKING CAMP 2

Turn off the TV and let’s cook! In this hands-on camp, kids will explore a variety of foods and expand their cooking knowledge. These camps will cover more advanced cooking skills and techniques, dining etiquette, knife skills and nutrition.

Kids will learn nutritious recipes for every meal of the day that they can prepare and serve themselves.

6-9 yrs / 5 days/ $140 Ballenger Creek Teaching Kitchen 7320 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1 7323 M-F 1:30 PM-4:30 PM 7/11-7/15 7326 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/25-7/29

Enroll your preschooler in this exciting 5 day camp designed to accommodate your littlest chef! This camp will incorporate recipes, age appropriate culinary skills, basic nutrition, literature, and movement designed for the preschool attention span.

New story and themed recipes daily! Participants must be potty trained.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $109 Ballenger Creek Teaching Kitchen 8161 M-F 9:00 AM-11:00 AM 8/8-8/12

Dance

CREATIVE DANCE CAMP

Go under the sea, take a trip to the jungle, and even travel to Arendelle in this Disney-themed dance camp! Featuring a different movie every day, children will explore creative movement and basic technique work through games and choreography while interacting with their favorite characters. On Friday, guests are welcome to see a free production of dances learned throughout the week. Program is lead by talented and experienced instructors from Equinox Dance Company.

3-6 yrs / 5 days / $109 Tuscarora Rec Center 8361 M-F 12:30 PM-3:30 PM 7/11-7/15

DANCE SAMPLER

Including classes in modern, ballet, tap, jazz, yoga, and more, this camp is sure to spark the interest of your young dancer! On Friday, guests are welcome to see a free production of dances learned throughout the week. Program is lead by talented and experienced instructors from Equinox Dance Company.

7-10 yrs / 5 days / $109 Tuscarora Rec Center 8363 M-F 12:30 PM-3:30 PM 7/25-7/29

FROZEN DANCE CAMP

Still not ready to “Let It Go”?! We weren’t either which is why we made this fun filled Frozen Ballet Camp. We will dance, make crafts, including an Olaf Snow globe, enjoy story time, and make a special Frozen Magic Icicle Wand to take home. Dancer’s can dress up in their favorite Frozen character costume and dance along with a real live Elsa. Dancer’s should bring a healthy snack and drink. Craft fee of $20.00 to be paid to the teacher at the first class.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $95 Spring Ridge Dance Center 7988 M-F 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15

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HIP-HOP DANCE CAMP

Learn to express yourself through music and dance, using the dynamic dance style of hip hop. Hip Hop dance is a form of dance that focuses on the hip hop culture, music, attitude, style and funk. Learn the latest hip hop moves taught in a gentle, yet challenging format. Focus will be placed on hip hop technique, style, and building choreography blocks. A high energy dance sequence will be created that is fun, funky, and great exercise too.

No previous dance experience necessary; each movement will be taught step-bystep. Dancer’s should bring a healthy snack and drink. Craft fee of $20.00 to be paid to the teacher at the first class.

5-6 yrs / 5 days / $95 Spring Ridge Dance Center 7993 M-F 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/8-8/12 7-10 yrs / 5 days / $95 Spring Ridge Dance Center 8003 M-F 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/15-8/19

KAMP KINDERDANCE

Join us at our dance camp! Our program includes developmental ballet, creative movement, acrobatics, craft time, interactive story time and a snack. We emphasize building self-confidence and self-esteem in every child, as well as making learning fun. Ballet shoes are encouraged.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $125 Middletown Rec Center 8007 M-F 9:30 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15 Tuscarora Rec Center 8008 M-F 9:30 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22

PRINCESS DANCE CAMP

Excite and capture the imagination of your young dancer with our week long Princess Dance Camp. Dancer’s will learn basic ballet, creative movement, play dance games, and enjoy our Rapunzel obstacle course.

Cinderella crowns, fairy wands, and ribbons will make this a very special camp for your child. A different Princess will visit and dance with the little Princesses everyday. Dancer’s should bring a healthy snack and drink. Craft fee of $20.00 to be paid to the teacher at the first class.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $95 Spring Ridge Dance Center 7990 M-F 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22

Etiquette

MANNERS CAN BE FUN!

Join us for a fun and interactive week covering social etiquette, communication skills and table manners. Children will participate in activities to build confidence in areas such as hand shaking, eye contact, introductions, telephone/electronic etiquette and much more. Learn about doing presentations, listening skills and nonverbal communication. We will discuss behavior at the kitchen table, table settings and practice proper eating in the kitchen on the last day! It’s a great way for kids to develop skills used every day. Have fun while learning skills that last a lifetime!

SUPERHERO CAMP 5-10 yrs / 4 days / $119 If your Superhero enjoys jumping, roll- Tuscarora Rec Center ing, kicking and tumbling, then this is the 7994 M-Th 9:00 AM-11:30 AM 7/11-7/14 camp for them. Everyday we will focus on a different superhero character including Batman, Spiderman, TMNT and many more. Tumbling activities, superhero SERENDIPITY FARM DAY’S 2 training games, and a superhero themed Summer fun for boys and girls. Activities craft are included. Fee includes a Super- include animal care, horseback riding, hero Cape to fight baddies at home. Crime fishing, arts and crafts, nature adventure, fighter’s should bring a healthy snack and games and much more. Bring a bag lunch, drink. Craft fee of $20.00 to be paid to the drink, sunscreen, swimsuit and tennis shoes. Before and after care is available. teacher at the first class.

4-17 yrs / 5 days / $165 3-5 yrs / 5 days / $95 Serendipity Horse Meadows Spring Ridge Dance Center 8157 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 6/27-7/1 7991 M-F 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/25-7/29 8160 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 8/15-8/19 7992 M-F 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/1-8/5

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Photography PHOTOGRAPHY CAMP

Are your kids interested in Photography?

Want to learn how to take better pictures?

This class will be a fun way to learn to use your digital camera and capture better looking quality images. We will learn the basics of your digital camera, simple photography techniques, and use creative and critical thinking when capturing images. We will explore the outdoors for photo projects, learn basic photo editing, and photo reviews. You will need: A Digital Camera with a memory card slot, at least a 16 GB Memory Card, and Built-in Flash or Detachable Flash (optional).

9-13 yrs / 5 days / $120 Public Safety Training Facility 7831 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15 7832 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22

Preschool

1ST KICKS SOCCER MINI CAMP

Preschoolers will gain experience in soccer, teamwork, and fundamental motor-skills.

Skill stations, small games and scrimmages will help them get comfortable with a soccer ball all while having fun and making new friends! Shin guards are not required but recommended. Dress weather appropriate. Participants must be potty trained.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $68 Field #8 at Ballenger Creek Park 8148 M-F 9:00 AM-11:00 AM 7/18-7/22 Field #5 at Old National Pike Park 8146 M-F 9:00 AM-11:00 AM 7/4-7/8

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FUNFIT ® SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP

Adventure, Excitement, and Energy is what your child will experience in this fun, action packed week. Campers explore a new theme each day through active games and play, crafts, and imaginative lessons.

Our little campers will benefit from a small group setting, personal attention and experienced staff. Activities are designed to promote confidence and success with an emphasis on manners and kindness. Bring a healthy snack/drink each day. Note: $20 materials fee payable to instructor on first day of camp. Participants must be toilet trained and age 3 at the start of camp. This is a drop-off camp, parents do not attend.

3-6 yrs / 5 days / $115 Deer Crossing Rec Center 8181 M-F 9:30 AM-12:30 PM 6/27-7/1 Tuscarora Rec Center 8183 M-F 9:30 AM-12:30 PM 7/25-7/29 8182 M-F 9:30 AM-12:30 PM 8/1-8/5

Performing Arts CHILDREN’S CHORUS CAMP: PIRATE ADVENTURES 2

Where in the world ARR we going? Work with the highly acclaimed staff of The Frederick Children’s Chorus and chorus members. Campers will sing songs from coastal destinations visited by pirates all over the globe. Recreational activities include amazing games, creative art and musical activities inspired by our travels at sea and our destinations. Camp concludes with a concert performance of songs we have learned on our Pirate Adventures.

It will be ARRmazing! All Campers are invited to sing The National Anthem at a Frederick Keys night game. Campers must be ages 8-12 by June 1. Climb aboard!

Pack your lunch! Everyone is welcome!

You’ll be amazed by how much fun we can pack into our week! Please bring a $10 materials fee to the first day of camp.

8-12 yrs / 5 days / $130 Middletown Rec Center SPORTS DISCOVERY CAMP Help your little athlete discover a vari- 7986 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 6/27-7/1 ety of sports through drills and games Walkersville Rec Center this summer. This program will teach 7987 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 7/25-7/29 fundamental motor skills such as throwing, kicking and catching. Tee ball, soc- SUMMER CAMP AT cer, basketball and skill stations will THE PLAYHOUSE 2 keep your child active for the duration. Combining science with visual and performing arts, kids will explore how things 3-5 yrs / 5 days / $68 happen in the world around them. Daily Middletown Rec Center 8156 M-F 9:00 AM-11:00 AM 8/1-8/5 nature walks for physical activity. Every day is a new experience. There is a $10 Thurmont Rec Center 8155 M-F 9:00 AM-11:00 AM 6/27-7/1 supply fee for this program, please bring check or cash to the first day of camp.

4-5 yrs / 5 days / $125 TINY SLUGGERS MINI CAMP Designed for little tikes to begin learning The Original Playhouse 7787 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/20-6/24 the fundamentals of tee-ball and teamwork in a fun, social setting. Mini-skill sta- 7788 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15 tions and small games will keep them 7789 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/15-8/19 wanting more. Bring a glove for this program.

6-9 yrs / 5 days / $200 The Original Playhouse 3-5 yrs / 5 days / $68 7784 M-F 9:00 AM-3:30 PM 6/20-6/24 Field #4 at Utica District Park 8154 M-F 9:00 AM-11:00 AM 7/25-7/29 7785 M-F 9:00 AM-3:30 PM 7/11-7/15 7786 M-F 9:00 AM-3:30 PM 8/15-8/19 Field #3 at Ballenger Creek Park 8153 M-F 9:00 AM-11:00 AM 7/11-7/15

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Science and Discovery

CLUB SCIENTIFIC: COSMOS 2

CLUB SCIENTIFIC: JR. SCIENTIST 2

Jr. Scientist camp is a fun and exciting way to meet or exceed the National Science Standards. Have fun with lessons and hands-on experiments. We will cover a broad range of exciting science topics such as: Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Lab Process Skills. Campers will also launch a variety of rockets. Camp will include science labs, activities which could be team building, science skills, an outdoor activity, and a science/art activity.

Movie/snack time daily. T-Shirt included.

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Join us as we race across the Milky Way Join the Club Scientific Investigation “CSI” with several astronomy projects! This is Team and explore forensic science; fingerthe camp that your child will be talking printing, chromatography, and hair/fiber about for a long time! Campers will ex- analysis. Each camper is given a binder at plore planets and what they are made of. the first lesson which will be used at each We will explore various Cosmic Projects to following lesson. During the week a deroam the universe. Campers will launch a tailed case will be solved as the campers variety of rockets and build a Rocket mod- learn the skills to solve it. A case will be el out of items we use in class to recycle. presented for the campers to solve using We will discuss with students how we can the skills they learn. Every Year will be a save the planet we live on plus explore new case. Smaller cases will also be prewhat other planets have to offer. Camp sented to emphasize the importance of will include science labs, activities which detailed analyses. Camp will include scicould be team building, science skills, an outdoor activity, and a science/art activity. ence labs, activities which could be team Movie/snack time daily. T-Shirt included. building, science skills, an outdoor activPlease, bring a PEANUT FREE LUNCH & 2+ ity, and a science/art activity. Movie/snack SNACKS. Ask about our Multi-sibling and time daily. T-Shirt included. Please, bring a Multi-Camp Discounts. BRING $90 SUPPLY PEANUT FREE LUNCH & 2+ SNACKS. Ask about our Multi-sibling and Multi-Camp FEE TO FIRST CLASS. Discounts. BRING $120 SUPPLY FEE TO 5-10 yrs / 4 days / $135 FIRST CLASS. Middletown Rec Center 8045 Tu-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/5-7/8 10-14 yrs / 4 days / $150 Tuscarora Rec Center 5-10 yrs / 5 days / $185 8041 Tu-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 7/5-7/8 Deer Crossing Rec Center 8049 M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 8/1-8/5 CLUB SCIENTIFIC: GROSSOLOGY 2 Be grossed out by exploring the grosser side of science. Campers are taught true science such as the scientific method, anatomy, and entomology while engaging in a gross science activity. Camp will include science labs, activities which could be team building, science skills, an outdoor activity, and a science/art activity.

Movie/snack time daily. T-Shirt included.

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Students will be paired with another student(s) to use Multimedia Fusion 2® to create their own video game. Whether students wish to fire marshmallows or missiles, they build a complete video game from start to finish. They program characters to survive a wave of enemy attacks in order to reach the next level. At the end of the class, students take home a copy of the game they create.

EV3 ROBOTICS: RESCUE ROBOTS

This LEGO® Robotics: Rescue Robots curriculum is designed to introduce students to the world of not only building, but also programming basic robots. Throughout this course the students will explore different ways in which a robot could be utilized to respond in disaster situations.

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $175 Centerville Rec Center 8145 M-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 8/1-8/5

JUNIOR ENGINEERS: THE ENGINEERING OF TRAVEL

Travel the world with Kelvin and our core of engineers as we explore the Engineering of Travel. Drive across the United States, build a boat to sail the Mediterranean, and fly to the Orient in this fun engineering experience. Join us on an amazing adventure as we engineer planes, cars, boats and rockets to travel the globe, and beyond. Please bring a $30 supply fee on the first day of camp.

INVADER DEFENSE GAMES 5-7 yrs / 4 days / $120 JUMP N’ BUILD AT PUMP IT UP 8-13 yrs / 5 days / $175 Everything is AWESOME with two great EFK Learning Center- Urbana Ballenger Creek Community Building camps in one location! Kids will get the wig- 8142 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/5-7/8 8068 M-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 7/25-7/29 gles out by bouncing, jumping and playing on our gigantic inflatables. They will boost Middletown Rec Center 8067 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/25-7/29 their creativity and inspire their imaginations with themed “brick building” activities. ParPLATFORM GAMES ticipants will take home a mini-figure at the 8-13 yrs / 5 days / $175 end of each session. Camps at Pump It Up fo- BALL DIAMOND DYNAMICS EFK Learning Center-Urbana cus on developing minds and bodies through Launch your agility, field skills and overall 8069 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1 imaginative play and structured activities. game preparation. These clinics are great Centerville Rec Center for rookie players to learn fundamentals 8070 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/1-8/5 5-10 yrs / 5 days / $150 Pump It Up of Frederick and for experienced players to polish their TOWER DEFENSE GAMES skills. Participants are required to bring BRICK NINJA 8-13 yrs / 5 days / $175 their own glove; all other equipment pro8032 M-F 9:00 AM-12:30 PM 7/25-7/29 EFK Learning Center-Urbana vided. Bring your own equipment if pre8033 M-F 12:30 PM-4:00 PM 7/25-7/29 8150 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/8-8/12 8034 M-F 9:00 AM-12:30 PM 8/15-8/19 ferred. Water bottle and small snack are 8035 M-F 12:30 PM-4:00 PM 8/15-8/19 recommended.

EV ROBOTICS: ROBOGAMES 7-15 yrs / 5 days / $74 This Robotics curriculum is designed to in- MINERS & CRAFTERS 8028 M-F 9:00 AM-12:30 PM 7/18-7/22 troduce students to the world of not only BOYS BASEBALL building, but also programming basic ro- 8029 M-F 12:30 PM-4:00 PM 7/18-7/22 Field #6 at Urbana District Park bots. In this unit, students will design their 8030 M-F 9:00 AM-12:30 PM 8/8-8/12 8005 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/25-7/29 robots to play games. Please bring a $50 8031 M-F 12:30 PM-4:00 PM 8/8-8/12 GIRLS SOFTBALL STAR BATTLES & SPACE supply fee on the first day of camp.

Field #5 at Urbana District Park 8024 M-F 9:00 AM-12:30 PM 7/11-7/15 8-13 yrs / 5 days / $175 8006 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/25-7/29 8025 M-F 12:30 PM-4:00 PM 7/11-7/15 EFK Learning Center- Urbana 8026 M-F 12:30 PM-4:00 PM 8/1-8/5 8151 M-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 8/8-8/12 8027 M-F 9:00 AM-12:30 PM 8/1-8/5

Sports Camps Baseball/Softball

Basketball

EV3 ROBOTICS: MISSION TO MARS

During the DaVinci’s Designs robotics course, students will use LEGO® MINDSTORMS® to find viable solutions to some of the same challenges that Leonardo DaVinci was once faced with. These “ancient” realworld problems include making a mobile bridge, the perfect siege machine, and yes, even creating a masterpiece of art like the Mona Lisa.

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JUNIOR ROBOTICS: WILD ANIMALS

This class is a perfect mixture of fun and learning, using LEGO® WeDo Robots. Using LEGO® bricks, students build a hungry alligator, a giraffe, and a horse. They also learn how to program and operate their creations using a laptop computer.

5-7 yrs / 4 days / $150 EFK Learning Center- Urbana 8072 Tu-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 7/5-7/8

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During this camp we will be focusing on developing specific skills needed to play basketball. No matter the child’s skill level we will have drills and games to help them feel more confident playing basketball.

6-12 yrs / 4 days / $55 Walkersville Rec Center 8002 Tu-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/5-7/8 6-12 yrs / 5 days / $69 Middletown Rec Center 8001 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/25-7/29 Tuscarora Rec Center 8180 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22

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FIVE-STAR BASKETBALL CAMP 2

CHEERLEADING CLINIC 2

Football

Learn the fundamental skills of ball handling, shooting, offense, defense, rebounding and station drills. Develop your basketball skills and improve performance. Camp is offered in conjunction with the Five-Star Foundation.

8-14 yrs / 5 days / $125 Centerville Rec Center 7995 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1 7996 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/25-7/29 Middletown Rec Center 8000 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22 Thurmont Rec Center 7999 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15 Tuscarora Rec Center 7997 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15 7998 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/1-8/5

Get a head start on making the team. This FIT RISING ATHLETES FOOTBALL lively and impressive cheerleading program is for the beginner and intermediate CAMP AT FISC cheerleader. Participants will learn proper The FIT Rising Athletes Football Camp at motions, cheers, stunts, tumbling and FISC is a full football camp! Pads are not dance that go into making a cheer squad. needed. The camp will be lead by Josh There will be a performance on Fridays for Pleasant, a former player in the AFL with families to watch the athletes. Info will be the Spokane Shock as well as the Chicago available the first day of camp. Friday is the Rush. He is also the former captain at Kent State and an all conference collegiate only day that parents may stay to watch. standout. Josh trains over 200 players at 4-13 yrs / 5 days / $94 FIT including some top High School stars as Centerville Rec Center well as CFL players. The camp will also fea8087 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/4-7/8 ture Celebrity Fitness Trainer and strength Oakdale Rec Center & conditioning coach out of Miami, Herve 8088 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15 Diloska. In addition to Herve, there will also Walkersville Rec Center be other surprise visits and guest speak8086 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22 ers. Your athlete will be led throughout

8-14 yrs / 5 days / $195 Centerville Rec Center 7971 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 7972 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Middletown Rec Center 7980 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Thurmont Rec Center 7979 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Tuscarora Rec Center 7975 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 7977 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM

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FIELD HOCKEY CLUB CAMP

Group/team placement is based on age and skill level. Our beginner “FUNdamental” programs focus on stick work, passing, shoot7/18-7/22 ing, and offensive/defensive (marking) techniques. Experienced and personable 7/11-7/15 coaches will ensure your child has a great experience here. They are dedicated to de7/11-7/15 veloping beginners and also challenging 8/1-8/5 experienced players. Required equipment: stick, shin guards, mouth guard and protective eye wear.

BATON, CHEER & POMS 6-17 yrs / 5 days / $74 This camp will build skills as well as high- Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park light spirit and teamwork in 4 different 8009 M-F 8:30 AM-11:00 AM 7/11-7/15 areas - baton twirling, poms, cheerleading and dance. This camp is geared for all levels of athletes from beginner to advanced.

Campers will choreograph routines to contemporary music to enhance coordination, poise, and develop confidence.

These routines will be demonstrated to friends and family at the end of the week at our Friday showcase. $20 material fee will be collected on the first day of camp for T-Shirt and Poms to keep. Batons may be borrowed during camp or purchased from instructor for $20 (optional expense).

7-11 yrs / 5 days / $84 Deer Crossing Rec Center 8084 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15

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the week in football specific and position based training, get combine testing, work on character building, physical and mental conditioning (think while exhausted), as well as play indoor games. They will also work on their linear speed, agility/ change of direction, strength, mobility and footwork, all as they relate to football. The entire camp will take place indoors, at the Frederick Indoor Sports Center, in a climate controlled environment. Participants will also be working in our state of the art, FIT Training Center for Athletes! Cleats (non metal) and a bag lunch are all that is required. We do have a cafe on the premises if you prefer to purchase lunch.

This is a “can’t miss” camp and a wonderful opportunity to grow your game to the next level and beyond!

9-15 yrs / 5 days / $279 Frederick Indoor Sports Center 8413 M-F 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 7/11-7/15

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NFL FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP

This camp is for children of all skill levels interested in learning or improving upon their Flag Football skills in a fun and safe environment. Children will be broken down into age appropriate groups and work on a variety of fundamentals and skills through drills, mini games, and scrimmages. This camp is a great introduction for beginners while providing a chance for intermediates to work on their skills. This is a minimal to non-contact camp. We will provide your child with a mouth guard at the 1st session. Pads are not worn for any of these camps; shorts and breathable tees are a must. Cleats are not required; participants must at least wear athletic shoes and bring a light snack and water bottle.

7-14 yrs / 5 days / $74 Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park 8012 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 8/1-8/5 Field #2 at Utica District Park 8011 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/25-7/29 Field #5 at Old National Pike Park 8010 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/18-7/22 Field #1 at Urbana District Park 8013 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 8/8-8/12

Gymnastics

Lacrosse

This exciting camp offers gymnastic for the beginner to intermediate gymnast.

Students will work on skills using the beam, bars, floor and spring board. Participants are grouped by age and appropriate skill level. Parents are not allowed to stay in the gym for the 3 hour period.

4-13 yrs / 5 days / $95 Tuscarora Rec Center 8090 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1 Centerville Rec Center 8092 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15 Deer Crossing Rec Center 8093 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22 Middletown Rec Center 8091 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/4-7/8

Dynamic Skill Training for Boys & Girls. Experienced lacrosse coaches will provide in-depth hands-on covering stick-work, ground balls, shooting/passing and offensive/defensive concepts. Participants will learn and enhance basic fundamental skills through drills and simulated game play. All participants are required to provide their own equipment, see below.

Boys required: lax helmet, lax stick, shoulder/arm/elbow pads, gloves and athletic shoes/cleats. Girls required: girls lax stick, protective lax eye wear, mouth guard, athletic clothing and footwear.

7-14 yrs / 5 days / $74

PERFECT BALANCE GYMNASTICS 2 BREAKAWAY LACROSSE CAMP

TUMBLING FOR CHEERLEADING 2

This powerful and exciting program is for the beginner to advanced tumbler. Students will be taught cartwheels, roundoffs, back handsprings, back tucks, aerials and more. Participants are grouped by skill level. Parents are not allowed to wait in the gym during the camp time.

4-17 yrs / 5 days / $94 NFL PUNT, PASS & KICK COMPETITION Deer Crossing Rec Center FCPR is hosting an NFL Punt, Pass and 8089 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22 Kick Competition. Youth football fans will get a chance to showcase their skills at this local event. Scores are based on accuracy and distance in the categories of punting, passing and kicking. Top finishers will have the opportunity to advance to a Sectional Competition and possibly the Baltimore Ravens team championship.

Each participant must present a copy of Tickets are CASH ONLY Birth Certificate at check-in. This is a free and must be purchased at: event for boys and girls ages 6-15 years.

355 Montevue Lane, Suite 100 Participants will be separated based on Frederick, MD 21702 ages. Age classification is as of December 31, 2016. No football shoes, turf shoes, cleats or bare feet are allowed. Only softsole gym shoes are permitted.

6-15 yrs / 1 day / FREE Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park 8014 F 12:00 PM-2:00 PM 8/5

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Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park 8040 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/4-7/8 8042 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/25-7/29 Field #3 at Urbana District Park 8048 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/18-7/22 Field #2 at Old National Pike Park 8046 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/11-7/15

GIRLS

Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park 8043 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/4-7/8 8044 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/25-7/29 Field #3 at Urbana District Park 8050 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/18-7/22 Field #2 at Old National Pike Park 8047 M-F 8:30 AM-11:30 AM 7/11-7/15

LACROSSE SCOOPERS

This program is geared toward children who have not played lacrosse yet or are just beginning. Skill stations, small games and scrimmages will help them learn basic fundamentals in a fun team environment! Children will work on scooping, cradling, and shooting. No equipment is required - Sticks and balls are provided.

Dress weather appropriate and bring a water bottle! Fee includes a T-shirt.

5-7 yrs / 5 days / $68 Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park 8036 M-F 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1 Field #1 at Thurmont Rec Center 8038 M-F 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 7/4-7/8

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LITTLE STICKS LACROSSE

Skill stations and small games will help little tikes get comfortable with a lacrosse stick, including scooping, cradling, and shooting in a fun team environment!

Teamwork and fundamental motor-skills included in this program are designed specifically for this age level. Parent participation may be required for some activities. Dress weather appropriate and bring a water bottle! Fee includes a T-shirt.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $68 Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park 8015 M-F 8:30 AM-10:00 AM 6/27-7/1 Field #1 at Thurmont Rec Center 8018 M-F 8:30 AM-10:00 AM 7/4-7/8

CHALLENGER BRITISH FULL-DAY ADVANCED CAMP 2

UK ELITE SOCCER CAMPS CONT’D ½ DAY

CHALLENGER BRITISH SOCCER FIRST KICKS

5-14 yrs / 4 days / $136 Field at Middletown Rec Center 8264 Tu-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

A camp for serious players - full day camps focus on game-related techniques, tactical development and coached match play.

6-16 yrs / 5 days / $240 Field #4 at Ballenger Creek Park 8248 M-F 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 7/25-7/29 Field #5 at Old National Pike Park 8247 M-F 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 7/11-7/15 Lower Field at Urbana Community Park 8246 M-F 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 6/27-7/1

A friendly low key introduction to the basics of soccer through games, stories and fun.

CHALLENGER BRITISH MINI-SOCCER 3-4 yrs / 5 days / $115 Fun games, competitions and challenging Field #4 at Ballenger Creek Park skill-building activities will captivate and 8236 M-F 9:00 AM-10:00 AM 7/25-7/29 enlighten your young players.

Field #5 at Old National Pike Park 8235 M-F 9:00 AM-10:00 AM 7/11-7/15 4-6 yrs / 5 days / $135 Lower Field at Urbana Community Park Field #4 at Ballenger Creek Park 8240 M-F 10:15 AM-11:45 AM 7/25-7/29 8234 M-F 9:00 AM-10:00 AM 6/27-7/1 Field #5 at Old National Pike Park 8239 M-F 10:15 AM-11:45 AM 7/11-7/15 UK ELITE SOCCER CAMPS Lower Field at Urbana Community Park 8238 M-F 10:15 AM-11:45 AM 6/27-7/1 UK Elite Soccer Camps are action packed and designed to CHALLENGER BRITISH ½-DAY promote learning of PLAYER DEVELOPMENT CAMP Gain technical and tactical instruction in techniques and skills that focus on all areas of the game. Emphasis is placed the individual player. UK Elite Socupon individual skill development and cer Camps will include mass games, fundamental tactical awareness through structured practices and World Cup Tourour coaching mix of maximum participa- naments ensuring maximum participation tion, progressive practices and small-sid- and fun. UK Elite Soccer School participants are introduced to advanced technied games. cal skills and develop an understanding of 6-16 yrs / 5 days / $175 individual and group tactics. Our profesField #4 at Ballenger Creek Park sional coaches will ensure players have a 8254 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/25-7/29 memorable experience & improve their 8256 M-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 7/25-7/29 technical skills and tactical understanding Field #5 at Old National Pike Park of the game all while having a great time.

8252 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/11-7/15 Players will receive a UK Elite and FCPR 8253 M-F 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 7/11-7/15 Camp T-shirt and detailed player evaluaLower Field at Urbana Community Park tion.

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5-8 yrs / 5 days / $170 Field #4 at Ballenger Creek Park 8258 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1 8260 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/1-8/5 Field at Middletown Rec Center 8262 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/4-7/8 Field #1 at Urbana District Park 8265 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22 Field #5 at Old National Pike Park 8267 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/8-8/12

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9-14 yrs / 5 days / $170 Field #4 at Ballenger Creek Park 8259 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6/27-7/1 8261 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/1-8/5 Field at Middletown Rec Center 8263 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/4-7/8 Field #1 at Urbana District Park 8266 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 7/18-7/22 Field #5 at Old National Pike Park 8268 M-F 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 8/8-8/12

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5-14 yrs / 4 days / $168 Field at Middletown Rec Center 8275 Tu-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM

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7-8 yrs / 5 days / $210 Field #4 at Ballenger Creek Park 8269 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 6/27-7/1 8271 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 8/1-8/5 Field at Middletown Rec Center 8273 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 7/4-7/8 Field #1 at Urbana District Park 8276 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 7/18-7/22 Field #5 at Old National Pike Park 8278 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 8/8-8/12 9-14 yrs / 5 days / $210 2 Field #4 at Ballenger Creek Park 8270 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 6/27-7/1 8272 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 8/1-8/5 Field at Middletown Rec Center 8274 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 7/4-7/8 Field #1 at Urbana District Park 8277 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 7/18-7/22 Field #5 at Old National Pike Park 8279 M-F 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 8/8-8/12

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Tennis

PEE WEE TENNIS

Smaller rackets and foam tennis balls make this the right class for you to learn the game. All equipment is provided for this fun and enjoyable program. Friday will be used as a rain date.

5-8 yrs / 4 days / $23 Urbana Community Park 7966 M-Th 8:00 AM-9:00 AM 6/27-6/30 7967 M-Th 5:30 PM-6:30 PM 7/18-7/21 7968 M-Th 9:30 AM-10:30 AM 8/1-8/4 Linganore High School 7963 M-Th 5:30 PM-6:30 PM 7/25-7/28 Middletown Middle School 7964 M-Th 5:30 PM-6:30 PM 6/27-6/30 7965 M-Th 8:00 AM-9:00 AM 7/18-7/21 Ballenger Creek Middle School 7961 M-Th 5:30 PM-6:30 PM 7/11-7/14 7962 M-Th 5:30 PM-6:30 PM 8/1-8/4

This program is designed to accommodate each participant’s level of skill and knowledge of the sport. Friday will be used as a rain date. Participants must be able to hit most balls with direction and control. We will review strokes, learn game ethics and strategy.

8-12 yrs / 4 days / $23 Ballenger Creek Middle School 7973 M-Th 7:00 PM-8:00 PM 7/11-7/14 7981 M-Th 7:00 PM-8:00 PM 8/1-8/4 Linganore High School 7982 M-Th 7:00 PM-8:00 PM 7/25-7/28 Middletown Middle School 7974 M-Th 7:00 PM-8:00 PM 6/27-6/30 7983 M-Th 9:30 AM-10:30 AM 7/18-7/21 Urbana Community Park 7976 M-Th 9:30 AM-10:30 AM 6/27-6/30 7978 M-Th 7:00 PM-8:00 PM 7/18-7/21 7984 M-Th 8:00 AM-9:00 AM 8/1-8/4

TENNIS AND SWIM CAMP 2

Develop the proper form needed to play at your desired level. Players of all ability levels can learn and improve skills and techniques needed to enjoy tennis. After the lesson and match play, cool off with a daily recreational dip in the pool at the Walkersville High School pool. Please provide lunch and plenty of water for your camper. Friday will be used as a rain date.

8-12 yrs / 4 days / $135 Walkersville High School 7958 M-Th 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 7/11-7/14 7959 M-Th 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 7/25-7/28

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Volleyball

GO GET IT ADVANCED VOLLEYBALL

This program is designed for those with high school or club volleyball experience.

The class focuses on high level offensive and defensive strategies needed for high school and college volleyball. The focus will be on implementing advanced skills into actual game play. Come out to work hard and have fun playing volleyball!

14-18 yrs / 5 days / $68 Centerville Rec Center 8083 M-F 6:00 PM-9:00 PM 8/1-8/5

GO GET IT BEGINNER VOLLEYBALL DEVELOPMENT

Designed to educate and prepare you for the game, this clinic introduces the basic passing, setting, hitting and serving. Defense and court positioning are included to provide all around team and game play instruction. This camp is suitable for those with little or no prior volleyball experience.

10-14 yrs / 5 days / $68 Centerville Rec Center 8081 M-F 6:00 PM-9:00 PM 7/11-7/15 8080 M-F 6:00 PM-9:00 PM 7/4-7/8

GO GET IT INTERMEDIATE VOLLEYBALL

This clinic builds on basic skills and introduces advanced offensive and defensive techniques. Must have completed a Beginner “Go Get it” clinic/camp or have club/high school experience.

10-16 yrs / 5 days / $68 Centerville Rec Center 8082 M-F 6:00 PM-9:00 PM 7/25-7/29

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SUMMER FUN PROGRAM FINDER

HISTORY • First Friday Fun • Mommy & Me MARTIAL ARTS • Aikido

PROGRAMS ART • Abstract Flower • Art Clinics with Dorothea • Birds on a Branch • Landscape • Tropical Paradise • Whimsical Tree

COOKING • Appetizers • Around the World Cooking • Carribean Cooking • Date Night • German Favorites • Light & Easy Summer Meals • A Royal Tea Party • Scout Cooking ENRICHMENT • Let’s Make Waterwheels

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FITNESS • Barre • Butt & Gut • Cize • Insanity • Kickboxing • Athletic Training • Adult Ballet and Tap • Belly Dancing • Cardio Tennis • Yoga • Total Body Fit • Zumba THERAPEUTIC RECREATION • Friday Night Rec

NATURE PROGRAMS • Junior Gardener • Cave Exploration • Family Fishing • Family Float • Geocaching • I Can Camp!

• Map & Compass • Paddle Trips • Outdoor Skills • I Love Nature • Nature Pals • Rockin’ Rocks & Fossils SPORTS • Archery • Soccer • Tennis • Lacrosse Leagues • Flag Football League

If you’re looking for more than camps, check out the program offerings this summer above. For details about these programs, go to www.Recreater.com

Rose Hill Manor Park Learn about life during the World War II Era through our museum exhibits and visiting with our reenactors and WWII veterans. On Sunday, enjoy an antique car show hosted by the FSK Car Club and explore the Carriage Museum to view the earliest means of transportation utilized by our ancestors.

August 20th & 21st 11:00 am - 4:00 pm All Ages / Free

ROSE HILL MANOR PARK

osts vary for Food and Museum Tours C Living History Reenactors register now at www.rosehillmuseum.com

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BASEBALL

FOOTBALL

MLB MACHINE PITCH LEAGUE

CO-ED FLAG FOOTBALL

A commitment of 2 days per week is LEAGUE FOR ADULTS needed for this Co-Ed league (weekday Play is 5 vs.5 with a minimum of 2 females practice and Sunday game). Practices are required on field at all times. Maximum of 1-hour long on a weeknight at your home 15 players per team roster. All games are park. Game-day meetings are approx. played at Ballenger Creek Park on Tuesday 1-hour long between the times listed be- evenings. Format is NFL FLAG rules modilow. Games may vary between Locations. fied for adults, everyone is eligible to reFee includes team shirt and hat. A glove ceive passes. League play consists of apis required. Cleats are recommended but proximately 8 regular season games and not required. Parent/Coach volunteers are a chance for every team to compete in a crucial to the running of this league and post-season playoff tournament. Game receive a discount! Please contact Phil Ke- times will vary each week depending on fauver if Interested: pkefauver@frederick- team schedule. Registration deadline is countymd.gov. Registration deadline is Tuesday, September 6th. Full fee must Wednesday, August 31st. be submitted by at time of registration to secure spot. Team Captains will be 6-8 yrs / 7 games / $72 sent complete information packet and Field #6 at Ballenger Creek Park 8303 Su 12:00 PM-4:00 PM 9/18-11/6 requirements for entire team. Individual sign-ups will be placed on a team by the Deer Crossing Rec Center 8304 Su 12:00 PM-4:00 PM 9/18-11/6 League Coordinator.

Field #4 at Utica District Park 18+ yrs / 8 games / $60 8305 Su 12:00 PM-4:00 PM 9/18-11/6 Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park 8423 Tu 7:00 PM-10:00 PM 9/13-11/8

FIELD HOCKEY FREDCO FIELD HOCKEY CLUB

5v5 and/or 7v7 Recreational League and clinics for girls ages 7-14 years. Our teams are coached by experienced local coaches. Team placement is based on age and skill level. Our coaches focus on stick work, passing, shooting, and offensive/ defensive (marking) techniques. They are dedicated to developing beginners and also challenging experienced players. Fee includes team shirt. Required equipment: stick, shin guards, mouth guard and protective eye wear.

7-10 yrs / 8 weeks / $79 Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park 8282 Tu 5:45 PM-6:45 PM 9/13-11/1 11-14 yrs / 8 weeks / $79 Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park 8281 Tu 5:45 PM-6:45 PM 9/13-11/1

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Registration deadline is Wednesday, August 12th. 5v5 non-contact league, with teams of up to 10 players. Jersey and flag belts are provided. Games will be played on Saturdays at County park fields. Volunteer coaches are vital to the operation of this program. Anyone that wishes to volunteer must contact ktapley@frederickcountymd.gov Practices are held one night/week at the selection of the head coach. All players are required to wear a mouth guard. Only 1-buddy request/ player will be accepted at time of registration, said buddy must also request you. Not all requests are granted. Practices will start in late March at the discretion of the coach. Game times vary between 9:00 am-4:00 pm (depending on team schedule). Be sure to register at the park location you wish to practice at, see below. 5-15 years / $79 per player by 7/29 / After 7/29 - $99 per player.

11-12 yrs / 9 games / $79 Ballenger Creek Park 8316 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Urbana District Park 8318 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Utica District Park 8320 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 13-15 yrs / 9 classes / $79 Ballenger Creek Park 8322 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Urbana District Park 8324 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Utica District Park 8326 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 5-6 yrs / 9 classes / $79 Ballenger Creek Park 8329 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Urbana District Park 8330 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Utica District Park 8332 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 7-8 yrs / 9 classes / $79 Ballenger Creek Park 8335 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Urbana District Park 8336 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Utica District Park 8338 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM 9-10 yrs / 9 classes / $79 Ballenger Creek Park 8340 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Urbana District Park 8342 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Utica District Park 8344 Sa 9:00 AM-3:00 PM

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GET YOUR TEAMS READY! SOCCER

SPROUTS

FREDERICK COUNTY WOMEN’S SOCCER 18+

Opening Day is Thursday 9/15. Approx. 8 regular season games prior to post-season tournament. This is an 11 vs. 11 league, with teams of up to 21 players. Roster min 15 / max 21. Registration deadline is Thursday, September 8th. Team captains will be emailed required forms after registering. All games are played on Thursday evenings at Ballenger Creek Park. Team jerseys/shirts are not included. League provides field/flags/goals, officials, lights and soccer balls. $750 team fee includes $75 forfeit bond and officials. Interested in playing, but don’t have a team? Contact - ktapley@frederickcountymd.gov.

18+ yrs / 8 games Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park

TEAM – $750

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NEW! MONOCACY YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE

This league will be separated into 4 age groups: “Sprouts” (ages 5-7), “Juniors”(ages 7-9), “Junior Varsity” (9-11) and “Varsity” (ages 11-14). A commitment of 2 days per week is needed for this Co-Ed league (weekday practice and Saturday game). Practices are 1-hour long on a weeknight at your home park.

Game-day meetings are approx. 1-hour long between the times and locations listed below. Practices will start in early September at the discretion of the coach. Numbered team jerseys are included. Shin guards are required; cleats are recommended but not required.

Parent/Coach volunteers are crucial to the running of this league and receive a discount! Please contact Phil Kefauver if interested: pkefauver@frederickcountymd.gov.Soccer experience is not necessary, but may be helpful for the older age groups. Registration deadline is Friday, August 26th.

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5-7 yrs / 8 games / $69 MLB TEE BALL LEAGUE Field #3 at Urbana District Park A commitment of 2 days per week is 8351 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5 needed for this Co-Ed league (weekday Glade Elementary School practice and Sunday game). Practices are 8347 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5 1-hour long on a weeknight at your home Field #5 at Old National Pike Park park. Game-day meetings are approx.

8350 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5 1-hour long between the times listed below. Games may vary between locations.

JUNIORS Fee includes team shirt and hat. A glove 7-9 yrs / 8 games / $69 is required. Cleats are recommended but Glade Elementary School not required. Parent/Coach volunteers 8289 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5 are crucial to the running of this league Field #5 at Old National Pike Park and receive a discount! Please contact 8290 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5 Phil Kefauver if Interested: pkefauver@ Field #3 at Urbana District Park frederickcountymd.gov.

Registration 8291 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5 deadline is Wednesday, August 31st.

4-6 yrs / 8 games / $72 JUNIOR VARSITY Deer Crossing Rec Center 9-11 yrs / 8 games / $69 8309 Su 12:00 PM-4:00 PM 9/18-11/6 Field #3 at Urbana District Park Field #6 at Ballenger Creek Park 8286 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5 8312 Su 12:00 PM-4:00 PM 9/18-11/6 Glade Elementary School Field #4 at Utica District Park 8295 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5 8310 Su 12:00 PM-4:00 PM 9/18-11/6 Field #5 at Old National Pike Park 8296 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5

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11-14 yrs / 8 games / $69 Field #3 at Urbana District Park 8366 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5 Glade Elementary School 8364 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5 Field #5 at Old National Pike Park 8365 Sa 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 9/17-11/5

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5 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER! 1) Online at www.recreater.com 2) Mail completed registration form with your check (payable to Frederick County Treasurer) to: Frederick County Parks & Recreation, C/O Registration, 355 Montevue Lane, Suite 100, Frederick, MD 21702.

3) Walk-in with your completed registration form and your cash, check (payable to Frederick County Treasurer), or credit card information to: Frederick County Parks & Recreation, 355 Montevue Lane, Suite 100, 8:00 am-4:00 pm weekdays.

4) Call 301-600-2936 and please have your completed registration form and credit card number ready 5) Fax completed registration form to: Frederick County Parks & Recreation, 301-600-2595.

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • REGISTER EARLY: Early program registration is encouraged since roster size is limited.

Registrations are accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Preregistration required unless otherwise indicated.

REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION: Confirmation sent via e-mail, otherwise your cancelled check or credit card statement is your receipt. You will be notified if there is a problem processing your registration or if the program is cancelled.

Please make a note of your program start date.

REFUND POLICY: Our refund policy encourages early decisions, so as to not affect other customers or our ability to deliver efficient programs. All requests for refunds must be made at least 10 business days prior to the start of the program. A 20% administrative fee will be charged per refund transaction. Registrations that require advanced tickets are not refundable. Refunds for Sport League registrations must be made prior to the listed league registration deadline. There are no refunds for missed sessions.

PROGRAM CREDITS/TRANSFERS: To avoid administrative fees, a customer may transfer into another program with no additional fee. A credit may also be kept on the customer account at no additional charge. Requests for both credits and transfers can only be made 5 or more business days prior to the program start date. There are no refunds of credits.

RETURNED CHECKS: A $25 fee will be charged for checks returned for non-payment.

AGE POLICY: Program participants must be the advertised age for a program before the program ends. All age requirements are set to benefit the participants and to make the instruction consistent and safe.

DISCIPLINE: The Division has a discipline policy for program participants. In the event the participant is asked to leave a program/facility, no refund will be issued.

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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA): The Division is committed to providing accessibility for individuals with disabilities and strives to provide equal, integrated participation in all programs, activities, and services. The Division’s policy is to reasonably accommodate all qualified program applicants in accordance with the 1990 ADA. We welcome questions, comments, and concerns of interested citizens regarding ADA compliance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY CLAUSE: Frederick County Government does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, and/or disability in employment or the provision of services.

OOPS! Frederick County Parks and Recreation staff has made every effort to prepare this activity guide as accurately as possible.

However, errors can occur. Circumstances may require that adjustments be made to programs, fees, schedules, etc.

Frederick County Parks and Recreation staff reserves the right to make any such adjustments. We apologize for any inconvenience these errors or adjustments may cause.

PROGRAM CANCELLATIONS/ WEATHER-RELATED CLOSURES Please see your instructor on the first day of your program for a schedule. If there is an exception, you will be informed by the Parks and Recreation staff on the program schedule. If you are not sure whether a program will be held, call our program cancellation line at 301-600-6291. During inclement weather, outdoor programs may be cancelled. Every effort will be made to make-up missed classes. Refunds will not be granted for rescheduled classes that are missed due to conflicts with personal schedules. The Division may cancel a program for any reasonable cause.

CONCUSSION AWARENESS: Check www.recreater.com for information about the seriousness of concussions in sports.

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Registration Form Frederick County Parks and Recreation 355 Montevue Ln, Suite 100, Frederick, Maryland 21702 Phone: 301-600-2936 • Fax: 301-600-2595

Full Name of Payee

Address City State Zip Code Home Phone Work Phone E-mail Address (for program updates and cancellations) Emergency Contact’s Name Emergency Phone

PROGRAM REGISTRATION: Participant’s Name

Gender

D.O.B.

Program Name

Program #

Confirmation is sent via e-mail for online registrations. Otherwise we only notify you if there is a problem or change.

Therefore, if it is almost time for your program and you have not heard from us...that’s good news.

Fee

Total Fee

Medical Condition: Medical conditions (including allergies) if applicable Name of participant listed above with Medical Condition

METHOD OF PAYMENT: o o

Cash Check or money order enclosed (Make checks payable to Frederick County Treasurer) Check # ___________

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To register by credit card, please go to www.recreater.com or call our main office at 301-600-2936

Waiver of Liability: By my signature below, I acknowledge that there are inherent risks and dangers associated with recreation program(s) and therefore, I hold Frederick County, Maryland harmless from all claims for injuries, damage, or loss which may result from me or my child’s participation in the program/s listed above. Further, in compliance with Maryland HB 858 and SB 771, I hereby acknowledge that I understand the risks of concussions in sports and am aware of the concussion information which is found at www.recreater.com Discipline Policy: I understand that the Division has a discipline policy regarding conduct in recreation programs and facilities. In the event that I/my child is asked to leave a program/facility, I understand that the registration fee will not be refunded to me.

Authorization for use of Photographic Likeness: I agree to allow Frederick County Parks and Recreation to take and utilize photos, slides, and video images of the above registered individual(s) for the purpose of promotion and publicizing of the Division’s programs and/or events. o No o Yes

Signature: ___________________________________________________________ Date: _____________________

(Parent /Guardian’s signature if participant is under 18 years of age)

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FREDERICK COUNTY DIVISION OF PARKS AND RECREATION 355 Montevue Lane, Suite 100 Frederick, MD 21702

Presorted Standard U.S. Postage PAID Frederick, MD Permit #51

Saturday, August 20, 2016 9:00-11:00 am Ballenger Creek Park MIGHTY TIKES

AGES 3-5

MIGHTY KIDS

AGES 5-7

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Pedal through the bike course Every participant is REQUIRED to bring a bike (tricycles accepted too) and a helmet for this event. No bikes larger than 16 inches please.

Transition to the running portion Conclude with a “swim” (actually a dash through a water obstacle course!)

Each participant will receive an official Mighty Tikes Triathlon T-Shirt and Medal. Parents don’t forget to bring your cameras and video cameras - you won’t want to miss out on catching that award winning moment.