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pend your summer vacation with us, enjoying sports, games, and craft that reflect the weekly themes listed.

There’ll 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.

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Camp Monocacy Locations:

Browning Building (Pinecliff Park) Centerville Recreation Center Tuscarora Recreation Center Middletown Recreation Center Walkersville Recreation Center

HOURS OF OPERATION:

All Camps operate Monday-Friday: 7:00 am-6:00 pm Camp Drop Off: 7:00-9:00 am Camp Pickup: 4:00-6:00 pm

AGE & Cost:

6-12 years 5 years old may attend camp if they have completed kindergarten $135 per participant per week $108 per participant for week 2 (All Camps Closed Thursday, July 4) $19 Camp Swim option (Walkersville camp site only)

Refund Policy:

See registration information in Spring/Summer 2013 on page 53

Registration:

Parents have the option of registering one week at a time or registering for multiple/all weeks at once.

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, Monday, June 17. If payment is not received by the required deadline, your deposit is forfeited and your child’s participation is cancelled. Online registrations must be paid- in-full at time of registration. Registrations made after June 18 must be paid-infull at the time of registration.

Camp Information:

Lunch: Campers need to bring their own lunch and beverage to camp every day.

Refrigeration is not available. Small coolers and ice packs are highly recommended.

Dress: 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.

Health Forms 2: It is imperative that your child’s Camp Health Form and Medication 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 Personal Belongings: Clearly mark all personal belongings (sunscreen, towels, lunches, backpacks, etc.) with the camper’s first and last name. Please do not send valuables along with your child, including video games and Nintendo DS’s. The camp is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

First Day Newsletter: On the first day of each camp session, 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.

Camp Swim (Walkersville camp site only): Sign your camper up for swimming at Walkersville Swimming Pool while attending summer camp. Counelors will walk campers to and from the pool where they will learn water safety and swim techniques, play water games, and have free swim time. The swim program is managed and supervised by trained FCPS staff. See page 4C.

Week 1: June 24-28 Summer Kick Off 2

17242 Browning Building (Pinecliff Park) 17243 Centerville Recreation Center 17244 Tuscarora Recreation Center 17245 Middletown Recreation Center 17248 Walkersville Recreation Center

Week 2: July 1-5 Stars-N-StripEs 2

17246 Browning Building (Pinecliff Park) 17247 Centerville Recreation Center 17212 Tuscarora Recreation Center 17213 Middletown Recreation Center 17249 Walkersville Recreation Center

Week 3: July 8-12 Everyday Hero 2

17214 Browning Building (Pinecliff Park) 17215 Centerville Recreation Center 17216 Tuscarora Recreation Center 17217 Middletown Recreation Center 17250 Walkersville Recreation Center

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Camp Monocacy Week 5: July 22-26

Week 7: Aug 5-9

17222 Browning Bldg (Pinecliff Park) 17223 Centerville Recreation Center 17224 Tuscarora Recreation Center 17225 Middletown Recreation Center 17254 Walkersville Recreation Center

17230 Browning Bldg (Pinecliff Park) 17231 Centerville Recreation Center 17232 Tuscarora Recreation Center 17233 Middletown Recreation Center 17256 Walkersville Recreation Center

Back to the future 2

Aloha to Summer 2

Week 6: July 29-Aug 2 Week 8: Aug 12-16 Minute to win it 2

17226 Browning Bldg (Pinecliff Park) 17227 Centerville Recreation Center 17228 Tuscarora Recreation Center 17229 Middletown Recreation Center 17255 Walkersville Recreation Center

Week 4: July 15-19 INto the wild 2

17218 Browning Bldg (Pinecliff Park) 17219 Centerville Recreation Center 17220 Tuscarora Recreation Center 17221 Middletown Recreation Center 17251 Walkersville Recreation Center

Camp Monocacy Encore 2

During this general recreation camp, daily activities include games, crafts, and sports. Celebrate the end of summer with a party on Friday.

18275 Browning Bldg (Pinecliff Park) 18276 Ballenger Creek Community Bldg.

Walkersville Camp Monocacy Summer SWIM

Sign your camper up for swimming at Walkersville Swimming Pool. Counselors will walk campers to and from the pool where they will learn water safety and swim techniques, play water games, and have free swim time. Participants must be registered in Camp Monocacy at Walkersville Rec Center.

6-12 yrs / M-Th / $19 Walkersville High School Pool 18238 Mon, 6/24 18239 Mon, 7/1 18240 Mon, 7/8 18241 Mon, 7/15 18242 Mon, 7/22 18243 Mon, 7/29 4C

1-2 pm 1-2 pm 1-2 pm 1-2 pm 1-2 pm 1-2 pm

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Eco-Adventure Camp AGE & Cost:

8-13 years / 5 days / $145 8-13 years / 5 days / $170** **Includes transportation

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8-9am Organized Free Play* 9-12pm Camp Activities 12-1pm LUNCH (not provided) 1-4pm Camp Activities 4-5pm Organized Free Play*

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*During Organized Free Play campers will have the chance to play board games, assist with the care of the nature center animals, and watch nature videos.

**Transportation:

o you enjoy getting your feet wet exploring streams searching for crayfish, salamanders and frogs? Are you tired of getting in trouble for getting your shoes too muddy? Come and join us at Catoctin Creek Park for a summer filled with outdoor adventures. Choose from one or more of our eight camp sessions. Each week will include a weekly focus as well as the following core activities: creek walks, nature hikes, team building games, and archery practice. Please note activities are subject to change due to heat advisories and unsafe weather conditions.

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Looking for an easier way for transportation to and from camp? Take advantage of our transportation service! For an additional $25, campers will be safely transported to and from Catoctin Creek Nature Center for camp. Parks and Recreation Shuttle Van will leave daily from Rose Hill Manor at 7:30 am and return at 5:00 pm. Have that peace of mind this summer and select this great feature for your camper. Transportation is limited to 10 participants.

Refund Policy: See registration information in Spring/Summer 2013 on page 53

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Catoctin Creek Park Session 2: July 1-5

Session 4: July 15-19

Explore the habitats and lives of the wild animals of Catoctin Creek. Meet live animals and explore the creek, woods, and meadows of the park searching for the wild critters that live here. Camp will be closed on Thurs. July 4th for the Fourth of July Holiday.

Just like the popular T.V. show but without the fierce competition; campers will be grouped into teams or tribes.

Throughout the week these teams will participate in several different challenges including: team building activities, relay races, small raft building, wildlife tracking, geo cache for treasures, tube along the creek (weather permitting).

WILDLIFE WONDERS 2

8-13 yrs / 4 days / $116 17462 M-W,F 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Session 1: June 24-28 CREEK CRAWLERS I 2

Designed for campers to get their feet wet exploring and searching for the unique aquatic creatures that inhabit Catoctin Creek. During the week the campers will be able to go: tubing along the creek (weather permitting), seining for fish, dip netting, searching for crayfish and much more.

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $145 17461 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm 8-13 yrs / 5 daysz / $170 Including Transportation from Rose Hill 17469 M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm

8-13 yrs / 4 days / $136 Including Transportation from Rose Hill 17470 M-W,F 7:30 am-5:00 pm

Session 3: July 8-12

SURVIVOR 2

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $145 17464 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm 8-13 yrs / 5 days / $170 Including Transportation from Rose Hill 17472 M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm

CREEK crawlers ii 2

Designed for campers to get their feet wet exploring and searching for the unique aquatic creatures that inhabit Catoctin Creek. During the week the campers will be able to go: tubing along the creek (weather permitting), seining for fish, dip netting, searching for crayfish and much more.

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $145 17463 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm 8-13 yrs / 5 days / $170 Including Transportation from Rose Hill 17471 M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm

Session 5: July 22-26 SCALES & SLIME 2

Do you enjoy collecting snakes, frogs, and toads? Put on your old shoes and join us as we search for our favorite herps, and enter the secret world of reptiles and amphibians. Campers will enjoy: stream walks, nature hikes, wildlife explorations, guest speakers, and much more.

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $145 17465 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm 8-13 yrs / 5 days / $170 Including Transportation from Rose Hill 17473 M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm

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Catoctin Creek Park

Session 6: July 29-Aug 2:

Session 7: Aug 5-9

Session 8: Aug 12-16

Have you ever wished you could fly?

We will spend a week studying the masters of flight: birds, insects, and flying squirrels. Activities for the week will include: insect safaris, bird walks, dip netting and stream searches, designing bird feeders, and nature crafts.

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $145 17467 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Join us as we uncover a world from long ago by studying the local history and geology of Catoctin Creek Park.

Campers during the week will be: collecting rocks, exploring the creek bed, searching for hidden treasures, and geo caching.

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $145 17468 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $170 Including Transportation from Rose Hill 17475 M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $170 Including Transportation from Rose Hill 17476 M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm

WINGED WONDERS 2

KEEPERS OF ThE WILD 2

Join us for a crafty camp that combines the great outdoors and the wonderful world of art. During the week campers will: go on nature walks, listen to Native American stories, dissect owl pellets, explore for wildlife, create Native American crafts, paint with water colors, sketch, and build miniature rafts.

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $145 17466 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm

NATURE ROCKS 2

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $170 17474 M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm

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FIELD TRIP & GROUP PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES

At Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center, Fountain Rock Park & Nature Center, and Rose Hill Museum staff provide the perfect learning environment for your next field trip or group program.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A perfect location for your next field trip, group program, or birthday party. Hands-on techniques are often incorporated into the programs to make the experience more memorable.

• You get more than a field trip; you enter into a long term relationship with professional staff that will help you meet your required state life science and social studies standards.

• Our curriculum based programs complement and enhances classroom study and becomes a tool in helping teachers communicate classroom concepts.

Field Trips and Group Reservations are made upon request.

Call 301-600-1646 for more information.

Catoctin Creek Park and Nature Center South of Middletown, Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center is 139 acres of excitement waiting for you to explore. The park hosts environmental educational components and technologies along with a 6,000 square foot nature center, two large pavilions, hiking trails, and a playground. Enjoy the Great Outdoors at Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center.

Fountain Rock Park and Nature Center Tucked away, west of Walkersville, is the beautiful 22.5 acre Fountain Rock Park & Nature Center.

This environmental park contains one of Maryland's strongest springs, from which 3.25 million gallons of water may flow per day. A nature center and many local historical structures such as the 20 foot high historic lime kilns are present to make your visit more memorable.

Rose Hill Manor Rose Hill Manor, the retirement home of Thomas Johnson, Maryland’s first elected Governor, serves as a hands-on history museum for children of all ages.

The property features a Manor House, icehouse, log cabin, blacksmith shop, carriage collection and two barns. Various theme tours are available. Visit our website for a list of tour themes, amenities they include, and additional information.

Scout Programs: Frederick County Parks and Recreation offers unique opportunities for girl and boy scouts to work toward fulfillment of various badge requirements. Programs are offered for Bear Cubs, Tiger Cubs, Wolf Cubs, Brownies, Daisies, and Junior Girl & Boy Scouts.

For more information, visit our website: www.recreater.com for details on programs.

Nature Camps: Location:

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

Schedule:

4-6 years old (Sessions 2, 5, 7, & 8) Monday-Friday 9:00-11:30 am 6-10 years old (Sessions 1, 3, 4, 6) Monday-Friday: 9:00 am-4:00 pm

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Daily Schedule: 9:00-9:30 am Organized Free Play 9:30 am-12:00 pm Camp Activities 12:00-1:00pm Lunch (not provided) 1:00-3:30 pm Camp Activities 3:30-4:00 pm Organized Free Play

ature 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 of Catoctin Creek Park!

Please note that all activities are subject to change due to heat advisories or unsafe weather conditions.

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*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.

Refund Policy:

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Catoctin Creek Park Session 1: June 24-28 Session 4: July 15-19 WET & WILD i 2

Calling all aquanauts! Stream walking, dip-netting, and tubing (weather permitting) are just some of the activities campers will enjoy throughout the week. Campers will get wet as they explore our beautiful Catoctin Creek!

INDIAN LORE & CRAFT CAMP 2

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $130 Catoctin Creek Park 17485 M-F 9:00 am-4:00 pm

Experience Native American cultures and how they interacted with Nature! Practice skills like arrowhead and rope-making. Create crafts like corn husk figures, musical instruments, and dream catchers. Play games and stories and follow “keeper of the Earth” environmental practices.

Session 2: July 1-5

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $130 Catoctin Creek Park 17487 M-F 9:00 am-4:00 pm

BACKYARD BUDDIES 2

Budding naturalists search for backyard critters of all shapes and sizes. Campers will scan the skies, raise some rocks, wade through water, and dig down in the dirt searching for birds, salamanders, millipedes, toads and much more!

Camp will be closed on Thurs. July 4th for the Fourth of July Holiday.

4-6 yrs / 4 days / $55 Catoctin Creek Park 17484 M-W,F

9:00-11:30 am

Session 5: July 22-26 CREEPY CRAWLIES 2

Arthropods are awesome! Young campers will love searching high and low for crayfish, millipedes, butterflies, dragonflies, spiders, and other creepy crawlies that inhabit the park.

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Catoctin Creek Park 17488 M-F

9:00-11:30 am

WET & WILD ii 2

Session 6: July 29-Aug 2

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $130 Catoctin Creek Park 17486 M-F 9:00 am-4:00 pm

This camp is ideal for young naturalists that want to search for salamanders, dip-net for fish, dissect owl pellets, snuggle with slithering snakes and explore the park looking for mammal tracks, scat, and bones! Each day will focus on a different and unique wildlife species.

Session 3: July 8-12: Calling all aquanauts! Stream walking, dip-netting, and tubing (weather permitting) are just some of the activities campers will enjoy throughout the week. Campers will get wet as they explore our beautiful Catoctin Creek!

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Session 7: August 5-9 ROCKIN REPTILES! 2

Little naturalists will enjoy hands-on adventures as they explore the lives of the snakes, lizards and turtles that live in the Nature Center or slither and crawl throughout the park.

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Catoctin Creek Park 17490 M-F

9:00-11:30 am

Session 8: Aug 12-16 NATURE DETECTIVES 2

Animals leave clues all around reminding us that we share the great outdoors with many interesting creatures.

Campers will investigate animal tracks, nests, and burrows, as they set off on many hands on adventures throughout the forests, meadows, and creeks of Catoctin Creek Park.

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Catoctin Creek Park 17491 M-F

9:00-11:30 am

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Nature Camps: Location:

Fountain Rock Park & Nature Center 8516 Fountain Rock Court Walkersville, MD 21793

Schedule:

4-6 years old (Sessions 1-8) Monday-Friday 9:00-11:30 am 7-10 years old (Sessions 1-3, 5-7) 8-12 years old (Sessions 4, 8) Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm

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ature camp features lively games, 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! The boardwalk, historic lime kilns, and nature trails add to the unique possibilities of learning at Fountain Rock Park.

Please note that activities are subject to change due to heat advisories and unsafe weather conditions.

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Daily Schedule: 8:00-9:00 am Organized Free Play 9:00 am-Noon Camp Activities Noon-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.

Refund Policy:

See registration information in Spring/Summer 2013 on page 53

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Fountain Rock Park Session 3: July 8-12 Under & over 2

What lives under that log and who flies over that meadow? Little nature lovers will learn about the fascinating world of insects. Using butterfly nets and magnifying glasses, they will explore the different habitats the park.

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 17496 M-F

Session 1: June 24-28

Session 2: July 1-5

Who’s awake after you go to sleep?

Tiny nature lovers will be introduced to friendly animals of the night.

Structured exploration of the outdoors will also take place in the park with activities such as “batty crafts” and “opossum tales”.

Curious little minds will learn about the many types of webs that spiders weave.

Fun facts about arachnids will be shared along with hands-on activities that will keep them smiling! A game called, “Spider Don’t Eat Me!” will be played.

(There will be no camp on July 4.)

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 17492 M-F

4-6 yrs / 4 days / $55 Fountain Rock Park 17494 M-W,F

Naturally nocturnal 2

9:00-11:30 am

Birds, butterflies & beasts 2

Wonderful webs 2

9:00-11:30 am

Teeth & Talons 2

Discover ten of the most common birds and butterflies of Maryland. Become an expert in identifying these animals in their environment. As for beasts, together we’ll explore Maryland to see what we can find! Crafts will include making cast molds of mammal tracks; going on bug hunts; and catching crayfish!

Believe it or not, Maryland is the home of many predators including foxes, hawks, owls, eagles, bobcats, bears, coyotes, snakes and more! In this exciting camp, you will learn how these creatures track and find their prey. You will explore the important role predators play in the food chain, and practice finding their tracks. (There will be no camp on July 4.)

7-10 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 17493 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm

7-10 yrs / 4 days / $120 Fountain Rock Park 17495 M-W,F 8:00 am-5:00 pm

9:00-11:30 am

The lifestyles of the slick and slimy 2

This camp is for the junior zoologist who doesn’t mind getting down and dirty! Activities will include scavenger hunts, setting mud traps, mini-hikes, a study of the quarry pond and the animals that live in it!

7-10 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 17497 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Session 4: July 15-19 sneaky snakes and rascally reptiles 2

If you can’t get enough of snakes, turtles, and lizards-this is the week for you! Hike around the park to explore their habitats. Play games to discover what they eat, and make reptile crafts.

There will be lots of hands-on activities!

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 17498 M-F

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Nature Camps:

Introduction to ecology 2

This program demonstrates basic ecological principles through participatory activities and habitat exploration. The program focuses on survival adaptations and the interaction between animals and plants. Symbiosis and food chains will also be discussed.

Come and enjoy learning with nature as your teacher!

8-12 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 17478 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Session 5: July 22-26 tykes and tadpoles 2

wild about wildlife 2

Explore the woods and wetlands of Fountain Rock Park. Learn what animals live in the park by participating in outdoor activities. Examine animal tracks, take discovery hikes and creek walks, and enjoy special guest speakers that will sharpen your awareness of the natural world!

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 17499 M-F

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9:00-11:30 am

If you love small critters – come and learn about our flying, floating, and hopping friends – insects! There will be great opportunities for minihikes, sweeping with insect nets, and learning about this vast animal group through games, stories, and crafts. This is a fun, hands-on camp that shouldn’t be missed!

7-10 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 7-10 yrs / 5 days / $145 17500 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm Fountain Rock Park 17480 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Session 6: July 29-Aug 2

Session 7: Aug 5-9

Hide & Seek animals 2 Being little is the best! Explore all the little things from toads and frogs to butterflies and ladybugs. Where do they live? What do they eat? When can you see them in the wild? We will have stories, games, and crafts to help discover the small creatures of the park.

the bug bunch 2

Camouflage is an animal’s best defense.

Some critters are born with it and others create it. Let’s learn how animals use camouflage to get them through the day by playing games, telling stories, and even building our own shelters to hide in!

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 17479 M-F

9:00-11:30 am

Fantastical Flyers 2

Birds, bats, and butterflies are all winged creatures that live here at Fountain Rock. Knee-high naturalists will take hikes to visit their homes and learn their secrets. Lots of winged crafts, stories, and games in this fun filled week about flyers!

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 17481 M-F

9:00-11:30 am

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Fountain Rock Park

Kid’s Nature Quest 2

Are you ready for an adventure?

Fountain Rock Park is a magical place filled with nature surprises, beautiful sounds, and creatures big and small.

During this camp week, forest and ponds at the park become a living classroom while we go on mini-hikes, catch butterflies, walk in the creek, and learn through games, story times, and crafts!

7-10 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 17482 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Session 8: Aug 12-16 Land of the lorax 2

Super Duper Science 2

Speak for the trees and the animals that call them home! We will hike into the woods to discover the difference between trees and other plants. Then we will sing songs, tell stories, and play a game called, “Truffle Shuffle”.

From slime and bubbles to slugs and bugs – we cover it all in this fun, handson science exploration. Campers will learn all about mixtures and movement in this session that is perfect for budding scientists!

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 17483 M-F

8-12 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 17477 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm

9:00-11:30 am

Camper Health Form 2 All camps that have an icon next to them 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 multiple “Camp Forms”.

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History Camps:

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ose Hill Manor, the retirement home of Thomas Johnson, Maryland’s first elected Governor, serves as a hands-on history museum for children of all ages. The property features a manor house, icehouse, log cabin, blacksmith shop, carriage collection, and two barns. For more info, visit: www.rosehillmuseum.com

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Rose Hill Manor Park Alice & Friends: Literature thrU the Ages 2

Around the World in 5 Days: Cultures that Discover history through classic sto- Influenced America 2 ries such as Alice in Wonderland. We’ll explore a different literary classic each day and learn about the time periods these stories reveal.

6-12 yrs / 5 days / $75 17342 M-F 9 am-Noon

6/24-28

Laura & Almanzo: Pioneers of the West 2

Explore the life of American pioneers such as the Ingalls & Wilders and experience the excitement of westward expansion.

6-12 yrs / 4 days / $60 (no camp 7/4) 17343 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/1-5

Grant & Lee: The Civil War in 1863 2

Discover the impact of the 1863 Campaign on Frederick County and the surrounding area. Relive the experiences of Grant and Lee and their armies.

6-9 yrs / 5 days / $75 17344 M-F 9 am-Noon

7/8-12

Grant & Lee: The Civil War in 1863 2

Discover the impact of the 1863 Campaign on Frederick County and the surrounding area. Relive the experiences of Grant and Lee and their armies.

8-12 yrs / 5 days / $145 17345 M-F 8 am-5 pm

7/15-19

Discover the lives and experiences of America’s immigrants. Investigate the lives of Rose Hill’s earliest immigrants, the Hoffmans and explore the cultures of immigrants that helped to shape America.

6-12 yrs / 5 days / $75 17346 M-F 9 am-Noon

7/22-26

G.I. Joe & Rosie the Riveter: The Great War 2

Explore the challenges and triumphs of America’s Greatest Generation.

Discover how World War I and World War II influenced the growth of technology and innovation shaping modern America.

6-12 yrs / 5 days / $75 17347 M-F 9 am-Noon

7/29-8/2

A Girl’s Life in War 2

Explore the War of 1812 through the eyes of Marylanders. Discover the experiences of families such as the Grahames and explore the story of Caroline™. Bring your own American Girl™ or other doll and learn about life in 1812 as we engage in various activities including making crafts and playing games from the era.

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $75 17348 M-F 9-Noon 17350 M-F 9-Noon 17351 M-F 9-Noon 17352 M-F 9-Noon 17353 M-F 9-Noon

6/24-28 7/8-12 7/15-19 7/22-26 7/29-8/2

6-10 yrs / 4 days / $60 (no camp 7/4) 17349 M-F 9-Noon 7/1-5

NEW! Mommy & Me camp 2

Enjoy discovering history while investigating Rose Hill gardens and exhibits as we explore the stories of Eric Carle.

Campers will participate in story-time, activities and craft time each day.

Parents must remain with children and cost is per parent/child pair.

2-4 yrs / 5 days /$68 Gardening with Eric Carle 17354 M-F 9:30-11:30 am

6/17-21

Wee Historians 2

Enjoy discovering the history behind your favorite stories by Eric Carle and Dr. Suess. Discover more about Rose Hill with hand-on exploration inspired by classic storybooks from these authors.

Campers will participate in a variety of activities and enjoy creating crafts each day. Potty-trained participants only.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $68 Gardening with Eric Carle 17355 M-F 9:30-11:30 am Welcome to Suessville 17356 M-F 9:30-11:30 am

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Aquatics

Parent & Child Aquatics

PARENT AND CHILD LEVEL 1

Developed for children 6 months to 3 years, Parent and Child Aquatics helps young children get ready to swim by emphasizing fun in the water. Parents and children participate in several guided practice sessions. These basic skills include adjusting to the water environment, showing comfort while maintaining a front or back position in the water and demonstrating breath control, including blowing bubbles or voluntarily submerging.

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PARENT AND CHILD LEVEL 2

Purpose: Introduces basic skills to parents and children, including safety topics.

Purpose: Builds on skills introduced in level 1, with participants improving these skills and learning more advanced skills.

6 mo-3 yrs / 2 weeks / $65 Walkersville High School Pool 18043 M-Th, 6/24 9:40-10:10 am

6 mo-3 yrs / 2 weeks / $65 Walkersville High School Pool 18042 M-Th, 6/24 10:30-11 am

The Aquatics programs are brought to you through a partnership of both Frederick County Parks & Recreation and Frederick County Public Schools.

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Aquatics PRESCHOOL LEVEL 2

Learn to Swim Classes

LEVEL 1: INTRODUCTION This level builds off of Level I. In this TO WATER SKILLS

Preschool Aquatics

Gives young children ages 4-5 a positive, developmentally appropriate aquatic learning experience that emphasizes water safety and survival concepts.

PRESCHOOL LEVEL 1

Students will learn how to enter and exit the water safely. Students will learn to submerge his / her head and open their eyes under the water to see objects. The child will learn to float and glide on his / her stomach and back while being supported and explore ways of changing position in the water using their arms and legs. Prior to enrollment in this class, child should have little to no in-water experience and may even be fearful of the water.

This class will help participants feel comfortable in the water, as well as to enjoy the water safely.

4-5 yrs / 2 weeks / $65 Walkersville High School Pool 18058 M-Th, 6/24 9:40-10:10 am 18059 M-Th, 6/24 10:30-11 am

level, students will learn to submerge their entire head under the water while learning breath control. Students will learn to float on his / her stomach and back unassisted. Students will learn to move arms and legs in motions that will promote swimming on his/her own both on front and back. Prior to enrollment in this class, child should feel comfortable in the water and not be afraid to get their face and head wet.

Purpose: Help students feel comfortable in the water. Children learn basic water safety rules; swimming on front and back; using arm and leg actions; using a lifejacket; recognizing a swimmer in distress and getting help; submerging mouth, nose and eyes; exhaling underwater; opening eyes underwater and picking up submerged object; floating on front and back.

4-5 yrs / 2 weeks / $65 Walkersville High School Pool 18060 M-Th, 6/24 9:40-10:10 am 18061 M-Th, 6/24 10:30-11 am

5-12 yrs / 2 weeks / $65 Walkersville High School Pool 18069 M-Th, 6/24 8-8:40 am 18070 M-Th, 6/24 8-8:40 am 18071 M-Th, 6/24 4-4:40 pm

PRESCHOOL LEVEL 3

Once the student can swim on his / her own, it is time to learn the fundamentals of different strokes.

Level III offers an introduction to the elementary backstroke, increased endurance on front crawl and kicking action for the butterfly. Students will also begin to learn how to tread water effectively as well as kick on their side.

The beginning stages of diving will also be taught. Prior to enrollment in this class, child should be able to float on their own (both front and back) as well as be able to swim on their own short distances.

4-5 yrs / 2 weeks / $65 Walkersville High School Pool 18062 M-Th, 6/24 10:30-11 am

LEVEL 2: FUNDAMENTAL AQUATIC SKILLS

Purpose: Give students success with fundamental skills. Children learn to move in the water while wearing a lifejacket, recognizing a swimmer in distress and getting help, submerging entire head, bobbing in water, front and back glide, jellyfish float, treading water using arm and leg motions, swimming using combined stroke on front and back.

5-12 yrs / 2 weeks / $65 Walkersville High School Pool 18098 M-Th, 6/24 8-8:40 am 18107 M-Th, 6/24 8:50-9:30 am 18110 M-Th, 6/24 8:50-9:30 am 18116 M-Th, 6/24 9:45-10:25 am 18119 M-Th, 6/24 4-4:40 pm 18120 M-Th, 6/24 4:50-5:30 pm

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Aquatics LEVEL 3: STROKE DEVELOPMENT

Purpose: Build on fundamental skills by providing additional guided practice. Children learn reaching assist, kneeling or standing dive (shallow dive progression), submerging and retrieving an object, rotary breathing in horizontal position, front and back glide, survival float, back float, front and back crawl, butterfly-kick and body motion.

5-12 yrs / 2 weeks / $65 Walkersville High School Pool 18188 M-Th, 6/24 8-8:40 am 18189 M-Th, 6/24 8:50-9:30 am 18190 M-Th, 6/24 9:45-10:25 am 18191 M-Th, 6/24 4-4:40 pm 18192 M-Th, 6/24 4:50-5:30 pm

LEVEL 4: STROKE IMPROVEMENT

Purpose: Develop confidence in the strokes learned and improve other aquatic skills. Children learn safe diving rules, throwing assist, dive from stride position or shallow dive, feetfirst surface dive, survival float, back float, front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly.

5-12 yrs / 2 weeks / $65 Walkersville High School Pool 18199 M-Th, 6/24 9:45-10:25 am 18200 M-Th, 6/24 4:50-5:30 pm

Teens & Adult ADULT BEGINNER

Introduction to Water Skills: helps participants feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy the water safely.

Students will work to gain confidence and submerge their face in the water.

They will also practice assisted floating and kicking.

16+ yrs / 2 weeks / $65 Walkersville High School Pool 18229 M-Th, 6/24 11:10-11:50 am 18230 M-Th, 6/24 5:40-6:20 pm

ADULT INTERMEDIATE

Stroke Improvement: develops confidence in the strokes learned and to improve other aquatic skills.

This level introduces the breaststroke, sidestroke, butterfly and open turns.

16+ yrs / 2 weeks / $65 Walkersville High School Pool 18233 M-Th, 6/24 11:10-11:50 am 18234 M-Th, 6/24 5:40-6:20 pm

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TWEEN STROKE IMPROVEMENT

Develops confidence in the strokes learned and to improve other aquatic skills. This level introduces the breaststroke, sidestroke, butterfly and open turns.

Walkersville High School Pool 12-15 yrs / 2 weeks / $65 18236 M-Th, 6/24 11:10-11:50 am

CAMP SWIM

Sign your camper up for swimming at Walkersville High School Swimming Pool. Counselors will walk campers to and from the pool where they will learn water safety and swim techniques, play water games, and have free swim time.

Participants must be registered in Camp Monocacy at Walkersville Rec Center.* 6-12 yrs / 4 days / $19* Walkersville High School Pool 18238 M-Th, 6/24-27 18239 M-W, F, 7/1-5 18240 M-Th, 7/8-11 18241 M-Th 7/15-18 18242 M-Th, 7/22-25 18243 M-Th, 7/29-8/1

1-2 pm 1-2 pm 1-2 pm 1-2 pm 1-2 pm 1-2 pm

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R O S E H I L L M A N O R PA R K

Civil War Encampment

July 13 & 14 Saturday | 10am-4pm 10am 4pm Sunday | 10am-3pm

$3 Admission Fee

Living History Demonstrations, Music, Manor Tours and Children’s Activities 1611 N Market Street, Frederick • 301-600-1650 Reenactors register now at www.rosehillmuseum.com

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Summer Camps: Art

NEW! Celebrate Summer

Come celebrate the beginning of summer with this combo class.

Participants will experience a different art form each day of the week- clay, glass fusing, canvas painting, and ceramic painting. $75 material fee due first class.

7+ yrs / 5 days / $100 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17839 M-F 9:30am-12:30pm 6/24-28 17840 M-F 1-4 pm 6/24-28

NEW! Welcome to the hogswart school of witchcraft and pottery

The daily prophet (aka Gazette) has hailed Hogswart School of Pottery (aka Firehouse Pottery & Arts) as the best in Frederick, MD! Grab your want and cape and join our school. Get “sorted” into a house and meet your new classmates. Some of the projects Witches and Wizards will paint during pottery class include their own sorting hat, and owl mug (Harry’s pet Hedwig), Hermione’s pet cat, Crookshanks, and a “Slytherin” snake. $75 material fee due first class.

Clay Building camp

Participants will begin with pinch pots, coil coasters, and coil pots. They will then learn more advanced techniques such as sprig molds, pebble pots, and adding decorations using slip, scoring, scraffito, and glazing techniques.

Participants will create a variety of projects. $75 material fee due first class.

7+ yrs / 5 days / $100 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17782 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 7/15-19 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17783 M-F 1-4 pm 7/22-26

9+ yrs / 5 days / $100 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17781 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 7/8-12 22C

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Summer Camps: Art

Canvas painting

Come learn to paint on canvas! Participants will learn different techniques to painting with acrylics on canvas. $75 material fee due first class.

7+ yrs / 5 days / $50 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17784 M-F 1-4 pm

7/15-19

Glass Fusing camp

Classes are for artists who want to learn easy and fun ways to layer glass and create art! $75 material fee due first class.

9+ yrs / 5 days / $100 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17785 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 7/22-26

NEW! Super hero mini camp NEW! Princess Mini Camp

Feel free to dress as your favorite super hero as you meet other super heroes and work to save the world. Paint your own super hero bank, play games to increase your super hero powers, and earn your super hero badge during this minicamp. $30 material fee due first class.

Come enjoy the royal treatment at Princess Camp. Get your nails painted by our salon expert, earn your princess crown by learning a royal dance, and practice your royal wave. Participants will paint their very own hand mirror, castle box or bank, and tiara. $30 material fee due first class.

5+ yrs / 5 days / $50 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17786 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 7/29-8/2

5+ yrs / 5 days / $50 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17788 M-F 10:30 am-12:30 pm 8/5-9

NEW! Sports adventures!

Come share your favorite sports team during this camp. Participants will paint pottery, play sports games, and have fun talking sports with new friends. $75 material fee due first class.

7+ yrs / 5 days / $100 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17787 M-F 1-4 pm 7/29-8/2

Ceramics: Sweet & Treats

Ready to host your next party? Come to camp and create some cool accessories to use at your party. Projects include an ice cream bowl, a chip n dip, a soda mug, a cupcake plate, and more. $75 material fee due first class.

7+ yrs / 5 days / $100 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17789 M-F 1:00-4:00 pm

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Summer Camps: Art NEW! Abrakadoodle Big Circus Camp

Pirate Mini Camp

Ahoy Mates! Come aboard our ship at Firehouse Pottery & Arts. All pirates will go on a treasure hunt for gold. They will paint their very own treasure chest to put their gold in. Play “Pirate Says’ and earn your eye patch and bandana.

Paint a skull mug and drink mead. $30 material fee due first class.

5+ yrs / 3 days / $50 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17790 Tu-Th 9:30am-12:30pm 8/13-15

CEramics: Painting around the world

Each day we will explore a different country and complete a project that represents that country. Last year we painted projects from Poland, England, and China. $75 material fee due first class.

Fine Arts Camp at Emmitsburg

Great program for beginners or advanced. Discover your inner artist by joining us for a week of art expression with Dorothea Barrick, our experienced art teacher. We will be coordinating drawing skills with acrylic and watercolor paintings – both figurative and abstract. Kids will have fun rolling out ink with printmaking and creating original prints. A variety of craft activities will round out this fine arts experience.

9-14 yrs / 5 days / $120 Emmitsburg Community Center 17792 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/8-12 17793 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/15-19

Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls, welcome to the greatest camp on earth! The circus is coming to town Abrakadoodle style! Campers stretch creative muscles designing out of this world circus costumes. Clown around with circus paintings and circus faces.

Create wild circus animal sculptures.

Swing along to create a balancing trapeze artist. Be the Ringmaster of your own imagination at the Big Abrakadoodle Circus Camp complete with carnival games and face painting!

Your child completes 3 art projects each day plus supplemental activities, music and more. This is fun and unusual!

Please bring a nut free snack and drink. $28 material fee due first class.

3-5 yrs / 4 days / $120 Urbana Elementary 17795 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 6/24-27 Oakdale Rec Center 17799 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 7/8-11 6-12 yrs / 4 days / $120 Urbana Elementary 17796 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 6/24-27 Oakdale Rec Center 17800 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 7/8-11

7+ yrs / 5 days / $100 Firehouse Pottery and Arts 17791 M-F 9:30am-12:30pm 8/12-16

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Summer Camps: Art NEW! Abrakadoodle kids on the runway fashion Camp!

Abrakadoodle Mommy and Me Make Art Camp!

Back by Popular Demand! This fun first camp for kids’ ages 20 months to 5yrs, with adult is a great opportunity to introduce your young child to the world of art! This camp is designed with families with toddlers and preschoolers in mind. Art projects develop skills and knowledge. You’ll be surprised at what your child can create. Children will paint, sculpt, cut glue and much more as they have fun with family and friends. Two projects each day plus games, music and stories. Bring a nut free snack and drink. $28 material fee due first class.

Deer Crossing Rec Center 20 months – 5 yrs / 4 days / $99 17801 M-Th 9-11:00 am 7/1-7/5 (no class on 7/4)

Abrakadoodle Great big messy Art Camp!

Everything about this camp is messy, gooey, and slimy! We mix paint with spaghetti to produce some interesting slimy results. Get dirty with gooey sticky clay. Create explosive art that involves a little science and more.

Exploding, splattering, smearing, mixing, squirting, experimenting and more. Face painting, music and games!

Dress down for this fun week, really!

Back by popular demand!! Bring a nut free snack/drink. $ 28 material fee.

Middletown Rec Center 3-5 yrs / 4 days / $120 17803 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 8/5-8/8 6-12 yrs / 4 days / $120 17804 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 8/5-8/8

Attention Boys and Girls! Join us for the ultimate style camp! From Leonardo da Vinci to Louis Vuitton, this is the place to create your own unique stule inspired by the illustrators, artists & designers who focus on the world of high fashion and design. Create dresses or shirts that scream WOW! Design cool accessories. Try out your creative ideas on sneakers or high heels! Get in the spotlight- and ready for the Ultimate Kids RunWay Show featuring unique portfolio designs created by YOU! High fashion face painting and music help round out this camp. Bring a nut free snack and drink. $28 material fee 3-5 yrs / 4 days / $120 Urbana Elementary 17805 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 6/24-27 Ballenger Creek Community Building 17807 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 7/15-19 Oakdale Rec Center 17809 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 7/29-8/1 6-12 yrs / 4 days / $120 Urbana Elementary 17806 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 6/24-27 Ballenger Creek Community Building 17808 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 7/15-19 Oakdale Rec Center 17810 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm 7/29-8/1

Crafty Kids

Make a fun variety of crafts including t-shirt painting, clay modeling, beads and more.

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Summer Camps: Art NEW! KidzArt Make Art splash!

Campers will be submerged in a fun art experience exploring interesting properties of water & creating splashing art work! Design a futuristic underwater vehicle, sculpt an underwater scene, paint with ice, Galley Glass Stain Glass, experiment with print making & other Splashing Projects! Movie and Snack time daily; please, bring a PEANUT FREE SNACK. Multi-Sibling Discounts Available on supply fees. **Register for KidzArt, Make Art Splash & KidzArt, Where Art Goes Wild and receive $50.00 off the $100 Supply Fee: Offered at Glade & Urbana Elementary only.** Please bring a $50 supply fee on the first day.

5-15 yrs / 4 days / $108 + $50 supply fee Glade Elementary 17833 M-Th 8 am-12:00 pm 6/24-27 Urbana Elementary 17834 M-Th 8 am-12:00 pm 7/29-8/1 Middletown Rec Center (no class 7/4) 17835 M-W,F 8 am-12:00 pm 7/1-5 5-15 yrs / 5 days / $135 + $50 supply fee Ballenger Creek Community Building 17836 M-F 8 am-12:00 pm 7/8-12 Deer Crossing Rec Center 17837 M-F 8 am-12:00 pm 7/15-19 Walkersville Rec Center 17838 M-F 8 am-12:00 pm 7/22-26

NEW! KidzArt Where art goes wild!

Animals go wild for art! Pigs may not fly but they sure can paint! Campers will have fun getting Messy using a variety of art media; such as, oils, pastels and paints. Campers will go Wild creating Galley Glass Stain Glass, Sand Artwork and Sculpt Animals. Movie and Snack time daily; please, bring a PEANUT FREE SNACK. Multi-Sibling Discounts Available on supply fees. **Register for KidzArt, Make Art Splash & KidzArt, Where Art Goes Wild and receive $50.00 off the $100 Supply Fee: Offered at Glade Elementary & Urbana Elementary only.** Please bring a $50 supply fee on the first day.

5-15 yrs / 4 days / $108 +$50 supply fee Glade Elementary 17811 M-Th 12-4 pm 6/24-27 Urbana Elementary 17812 M-Th 12-4 pm 7/29-8/2

Young Rembrandts Monsters Under My Bed

Let’s explore the mysterious world under our beds and in our closets! First we will learn to draw Teddy Bears to help us brave our adventure. Along with some reading from popular books, we will draw some “not-so-scary” monsters using our creativity and imagination while making the exploration fun!

4-5 yrs / 5 days / $140 Ballenger Creek Community Building 17813 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 6/24-28

Young Rembrandts Under the Sea

Let’s go for a swim! What do we see?

Shells, turtles, lobsters, sea stars, and mermaids looking at me! We will learn to draw and color some original characters from under the sea, while incorporating popular books and music into this fun and exciting week.

4-5 yrs / 5 days / $140 Oakdale Rec Center 17841 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/29-8/2

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Summer Camps: Baton

Young Rembrandts Fashion Runway

Are you a fashionista? Enjoy runway chic as we illustrate the various aspects of fashion design. Hip hairstyles and awesome accessories will adorn the close-up drawings of your beautiful models. Step into the shoes of a fashion magazine editor as you design and draw an eye-catching fashion magazine cover. And let’s not forget about purses! Design the perfect purse to go along with the outfit of your dreams. And finally, draw your model stepping out onto the runway in your fashion originals.

6-12 yrs / 4 days / $112 Urbana Elementary 17842 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm

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Baton

Young Rembrandts Rock Out with art

Rock out with Art! You’ll be challenged and enjoy drawing artistic rock and roll imagery, including instruments, musicians, cartoons and an awesome concert scene! By the end of the week you’ll have enough drawings for a rockin’ portfolio.

6-12 yrs / 4 days / $140 Deer Crossing Rec Center 17843 M-Th 9 am-12:00 pm

7/8-12

Young Rembrandts Wow! comic book Cartooning

Pow! Bang! Wow! Along with some basic, fun cartooning you will learn to draw action, emotion, and movement while you complete the scenes around your characters. You will also learn to draw superheroes, Anime style, and sequencing of events. Your collection of drawings will be impressive!

6-12 yrs / 5 days / $140 Deer Crossing Rec Center 17844 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm

Baton, cheerleading, and poms for summer

This is a camp program that will build skills as well as highlight spirit and teamwork in 4 different areasbaton twirling, poms, cheerleading and dance. This camp is geared for all levels of athletes- beginner up to advance! 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 / $88 Deer Crossing Rec Center 17845 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/29-8/2

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Summer Camps: Basketball Basketball

Five-Star Basketball Camp 2

Cooking

Kids Cooking Camp 2

Turn off the TV and let’s cook!

In this hands-on class, kids will explore a variety of foods and expand their cooking knowledge. This camp will cover more advanced cooking skills and techniques. Dining etiquette, knife skills and nutrition will be covered. Participants will learn nutritious recipes for every meal that they can prepare and serve themselves. Program cost: $100; Food & Supplies cost: $40

Learn the fundamental skills of ball handling, shooting, offense, defense, rebounding and station drills. Each activity develops your basketball skills to improve performance and make you a better player. Camp is offered in conjunction with the FiveStar Foundation. Camp Directors are current or former High School and College coaches.

Full Day Session 8-14 yrs / 5 days / $195 Centerville Rec Center 17850 M-F 9 am-3 pm 6/24-28 Deer Crossing Rec Center 17851 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/8-12 Tuscarora Rec Center 17852 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/15-19 Middletown Rec Center 17853 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/22-26 Half Day Session 8-14 yrs / 5 days / $125 Centerville Rec Center 17846 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 6/24-28 Deer Crossing Rec Center 17849 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/8-12 Tuscarora Rec Center 17847 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/15-19 Middletown Rec Center 17848 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/22-26

Basketball Development

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.

6-11 yrs / 5 days / $65 Thurmont Rec Center 17862 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/8-12 Walkersville Rec Center 17863 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/15-19

Cheerleading

Cheerleading Clinic 2

Get a head start on making the team. This lively and impressive cheerleading program is for the beginner and intermediate cheerleader. Participants will learn proper motions, cheers, stunts, tumbling and dance that go into making a cheer squad.

Ballenger Creek Community Bldg 7-10 yrs / 5 days / $140 17276 M-F 9 am-Noon 6/24-28 17278 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/22-26

4-13 yrs / 5 days / $85 Oakdale Rec Center 17867 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 6/24-28 Centerville Rec Center 17869 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/8-12 Middletown Rec Center 17866 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/15-19 Tuscarora Rec Center 18300 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/22-26 4-13 yrs / 4 days / $85 Walkersville Rec Center 17868 M-W,F 9 am-12:45 pm 7/1-5

11-14 yrs / 5 days / $140 17277 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/8-12 17279 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/15-19

Tumbling for Cheerleading Camp 2 See page 30C

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Summer Camps: Fitness Chess

Chess Camp

Children will learn basic and advanced chess strategies in this camp. Campers will play in head-to-head and team play as well as an end of week chess tournament on our giant chess set.

Children will be split into a group that suits their skill level.

7-12 yrs / 4 days / $50 Middletown Rec Center (no camp 7/4) 17870 M-W,F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/1-5

NEW! Mini rockette camp

Basic tap and jazz steps, combinations and some secrets and history of the famous Rockettes and Radio City Music Hall. Learn an actual kickline the Rockettes performed on the great stage! Arts, crafts and a souvenir to take home. A small performance will be offered at the end of the week. A $10 materials fee is paid at the first day of camp. Campers are advised to bring a healthy snack and drink.

Dance

7-15 yrs / 5 days / $120 Spring Ridge Dance Center 17914 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm

This camp is designed to introduce princesses to dance basics while incorporating music and princess themes from movies and music they love. Crafts, stories and games associated with each of their favorite princesses make this a popular camp. A $10 materials fee is paid at the first day of camp. Campers are advised to bring a healthy snack and drink.

LET’S MAKE A HOOLA hoop camp

NEW! Cinderella ballet dance camp

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $95 Spring Ridge Dance Center 17913 M-F 10-12:00 pm

7/15-19

8/5-9

Join Soolah as she hosts a fun hoop camp! Children will create their own hoop, explore exercise, movement and play! This class includes: Creating a hoop, warm ups, learning some basics of hooping (on waist, turning, walking and on your arms), hoop games, hoop tricks, exploring object movement and cooperation.

Fitness

outdoor yoga camp

Come have fun with Heather Schleupner, Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) and ECE Educator for yoga camp! No better place to practice yoga than in the great outdoors! Your kids will develop strength, flexibility, and coordination while releasing energy and learning how to focus through breathing, relaxation exercises, group games, and posture practice.

Self-confidence, respect, and body awareness will also be emphasized. We will have yoga time for an hour followed by an hour of creative self- expression through crafts and journaling! Rain location: Walkersville Rec Center.

5-8 yrs / 5 days / $105 Fountain Rock Park 17873 M-F 9:30-11:30 am 18282 M-F 9:30-11:30 am 9-12 yrs / 5 days / $105 Fountain Rock Park 17874 M-F 1-3 pm 18283 M-F 1-3 pm

7/15-19 8/5-9 7/15-19 8/5-9

Oakdale Rec Center (no camp 7/4) 6-8 yrs / 4 days / $110 17871 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/1-5 10-14 yrs / 4 days / $110 17872 M-F 1 pm-4 pm 7/1-5

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Summer Camps: Football Football

Fredco Football Clinics

Children will be broken down into age appropriate groups and will work on position specific fundamentals, through drills and various training techniques used to enhance athletic performance. This is a minimal to noncontact camp but 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; athlete must at least wear athletic shoes and bring a light snack and water bottle. Kids taking both clinics will receive a $20 discount.

Offensive Threat – QB and Receiver Combine

Become a game breaker! Stances, footwork, throwing, QB drop, receiving, route running techniques and stamina training.

7-12 yrs / 5 days / $69 Ballenger Creek Park – Rec Field 17875 M-F 8-10:30 am 7/8-7/12 Urbana District Park – Field #2 17876 M-F 8-10:30 am 7/29-8/2

Defensive Techniques – DB / LB / DL Combine

Defense wins games!! Fundamental skills to advanced techniques. Defensive drills, game-play situations and stamina training incorporated.

7-12 yrs / 5 days / $69 Ballenger Creek Park – Rec Field 17877 M-F 11 am-1:30 pm 7/8-7/12 Urbana District Park – Field #2 17878 M-F 11 am -1:30 pm 7/29-8/2 30C

Gymnastics

Tumbling for Cheerleading Camp 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 / $85 Deer Crossing Rec Center 17879 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/15-7/19

Gymnastics Clinic 2

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 / $85 Tuscarora Rec Center 17880 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 6/24-6/28 Middletown Rec Center 17882 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/8-7/12 4-13 yrs / 4 days / $80 Deer Crossing Rec Center 17881 M-,F 9 am-12:45 pm 7/1-7/5 (no camp on 7/4)

Lacrosse

NEW! Spires Lacrosse Camp

Experienced lacrosse coaches will provide the in depth hands-on training each and every day. Participants will learn and enhance basic fundamental skills through drills and simulated game play. All participants are required to provide their own equipment.

Boys / 7-11 yrs / 5 days / $69 Ballenger Creek Park – Field #4 17887 M-F 8-11am 7/15-7/19 Girls / 7-11 yrs / 5 days / $69 Ballenger Creek Park – Field #4 17889 M-F 8-11am 7/15-7/19

Lacrosse skills Development

Pass, Shoot, and Score your way to a fantastic time during this one week camp. Experienced lacrosse coaches will provide the in depth handson training each and every day.

Participants will learn and enhance basic fundamental skills through drills and simulated game play. All participants are required to provide their own equipment. Required equipment includes: Lacrosse helmet, stick, arm pads, elbow pads, gloves and athletic shoes.

Boys / 7-11 yrs / 5 days / $69 Urbana District Park – Field #3 17892 M-F 8-11am 7/8-7/12 17890 M-F 8-11am 7/29-8/2 Old National Pike Park-Field #5 17891 M-F 8-11am 7/22-7/26

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Girl’s Lacrosse Skills Development

First-time players or those wishing to improve skills can focus on lacrosse fundamentals. Participants will learn and enhance basic fundamental skills through drills and simulated game play.

Program includes stick-work, shooting, ground balls, and basic lacrosse concepts. Please bring lacrosse stick, protective eyewear for lacrosse, mouth guard, suitable clothing and footwear, fluids and sunscreen.

Girls / 7-11 yrs / 5 days / $69 Urbana District Park – Field #2 17897 M-F 8-11am 7/8-12 17899 M-F 8-11am 7/29-8/2 Old National Pike Park – Field #5 17898 M-F 8-11am 7/22-26

Martial Arts

Multi-Sports

Karate camp is an ideal way to spend part of summer vacation. Karate is a fun-filled, skill-building sport. No previous training is required. Kids are taught a variety of skills from sparring to self-defense. The discipline has a philosophy of respect, courtesy and a positive attitude that inspires children to become more positive, respectful and courteous. Children who attend Karate camps have shown improved self-esteem and better self-confidence too! A $10 material fee is paid at the first day of camp. Campers are advised to bring a healthy snack and drink.

Help your little athlete discover a variety of sports through drills and games this summer. This program will teach fundamental motor skills such as throwing, kicking and catching. Tee ball, tennis, lacrosse, soccer, basketball and skill stations will keep your child active for the duration.

Sports Discovery Camp

NEW! Karate camp

8-13 yrs / 5 days / $120 Spring Ridge Dance Center 17905 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $65 Thurmont Rec Center 17907 M-F 9-11 am Walkersville Rec Center 17909 M-F 9-11 am

6/24-6/28 8/5-8/9

8/12-16

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Summer Camps: Preforming Arts Performing Arts

Preschool

The camp centers on the creation of a mini revue of musical numbers from great Broadway shows. The children will take classes in singing, dancing, acting, costumes, and stagecraft. The children will learn songs, rehearse scenes, design a costume and make props for a fun filled week. A $15 materials fee is paid at the first day of camp. Campers are advised to bring a healthy snack and drink.

It’s not just camp, it’s an adventure.

Campers will exercise their bodies and minds thru an exploration of a new theme every day in this exciting, action-packed camp. Through handson experiences, creative venues, lots of active themed games and loads of adventure, the fun will never end!

Daily camp themes will be chosen from: dinosaurs, space, pirates, jungle safari, holidays, construction, bugs, super heroes and more. Benefits of Funfit Camp: small, intimate setting; personal attention; experienced staff; heart healthy work out each day; and individual comfort, confidence and success. $20 materials fee/camper/ session. Potty training required. Parents do not stay for this camp. Participants should bring a healthy snack each day.

NEW! Broadway melody musical theater camp

5-11 yrs / 5 days / $120 Spring Ridge Dance Center 17915 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/8-7/12

NEW! Glee musical theater camp

Do you want to have some fun and learn how to “strut your stuff” on stage?

This camp is designed for beginning performers who will work each day to learn songs, choreography and dramatic vignettes all culminating in a performance at the end of the week.

There will be fun theater games and activities to learn fun theater games and activities to learn basic vocal production for singing and speaking on stage, basic stage movement and choreography. A $10 materials fee will be paid at the beginning of the first class. Campers are advised to bring a healthy snack and drink.

7-12 yrs / 5 days / $120 Spring Ridge Dance Center 17917 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/22-7/26

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Funfit ® Summer Adventure Camp

Children’s Chorus Camp- African Safari! 2

Join us for this summer’s African Safari themed chorus camp. Students will learn songs and dances from Africa, sing songs about safari animals, play African rhythms on world drums, play safari themed games and participate in a craft each day. Thursday, our safari theme will include all water related activities including a giant water balloon fight at the end of the day! Students will also rehearse and prepare a 30 minute concert to present to parents at the end of the week! So, dig out your safari vest, water bottle and sun hat and join us for an amazing week of singing, learning and laughing!

8-11 yrs / 5 days / $130 Middletown Rec Center 17919 M-F 9 am-3 pm Walkersville Rec Center 17920 M-F 9 am-3 pm

6/24-6/28 7/8-7/12

3-6 yrs / 4 days / $92 Ballenger Creek Community Building (no camp 7/4) 17924 M-W,F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 7/1-5 3-6 yrs / 5 days / $115 Deer Crossing Rec Center 17923 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 6/24-28 Oakdale Rec Center 17925 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 7/8-12 Centerville Rec Center 17926 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 7/15-19 Ballenger Creek Community Building 17927 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 7/22-26

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Summer Camps: Preschool Wee Adventures

Is your little one full of energy? Daily fun includes a specialized activity, games, arts and crafts, movement, discovery stations, and stories all based on the daily theme. Potty-trained participants only. Snack included.

3-5 yrs / 4 days / $54 Middletown Rec Center 17932 M-F 9:30-11:30 am

7/15-19

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $68 Oakdale Rec Center 17929 M-F 9:30-11:30 am 7/22-7/26 17930 M-F 9:30-11:30 am 7/29-8/2

Tiny Sluggers Tee-Ball Camp

Designed for little tikes to begin learning the fundamentals of tee-ball and teamwork in a fun, social setting.

Mini-skill stations and small games will keep them wanting more. Bring a glove for this program. Fee includes a hat. Parent participation is required for most activities.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $59 Old National Pike Park – Field #3 18057 M-F 9-10:30 am 6/24-6/28 Ballenger Creek Park – Field #6 18056 M-F 9-10:30 am 7/8-7/12

Preschool Sports Science and 1st Kicks Tot Soccer camp Preschoolers to gain experience in Discovery soccer, teamwork, and fundamental motor-skills in this program specifically designed for them. Skill stations, small games and scrimmages will help them get comfortable with a soccer ball and teammates. Shin guards are not required but recommended.

Fee includes a T-shirt. Dress weather appropriate. Parent participation is required for most activities.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $59 Old National Pike Park – Field # 4 18055 M-F 11am-12:30 pm 6/24-28 Ballenger Creek Park – Field # 8 18054 M-F 11am-12:30 pm 7/8-7/12

LEGO ADVENTURE CAMP

Children will have hands-on fun, building and learning how LEGO’s can be used. Children will enjoy a wide variety of activities, lesson plans and free play to help them have fun and stay on task.

8-12 yrs / 5 days / $120 Middletown Rec Center 17901 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/8-12 17902 M-F 5-8 pm 7/22-26 Walkersville Rec Center 17904 M-F 9 am-Noon 6/24-28 Thurmont Rec Center 17903 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/15-19

NEW! Mechanical Engineering

During the Mechanical Engineering classes, students use the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and refine a variety of machines and mechanical systems. Students learn basics of fluid mechanics, simple machines, and other design and engineering concepts while constructing roller coasters, egg-drop vehicles, and an incredibly fast CO2 Dragster they keep at the end of the course. $50 supply fee due first class.

7-11 yrs / 5 days / $110 +$50 supply fee Oakdale Rec Center 17938 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/15-7/19 Ballenger Creek Community Building 17946 M-F 1-4 pm 7/29-8/2

NEW! Aerospace Engineering

During the Aerospace Engineering classes, students use the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and refine a variety of flying machines.

They construct a shock absorbing system designed to protect two marshmallow astronauts in a lunar vehicle, create their own air-powered rockets, and assemble a hot air balloon model that actually takes flight! $50 supply fee due first class.

7-11 yrs / 5 days / $110 +$50 supply fee Oakdale Rec Center 17941 M-F 1-4 pm 7/15-7/19 Ballenger Creek Community Building 17945 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/29-8/2

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Summer Camps: Soccer Soccer

Challenger British Soccer First Kicks

A friendly low key introduction to the basics of soccer through games, stories and fun. First Kicks Camps last one hour each day for five days.

3-4 yrs / 5 days / $101 Urbana Community Park- Lower Field 17947 M-F 9-10 am 6/24-28 Old National Pike Park – Field #5 17948 M-F 9-10 am 7/15-7/19 Ballenger Creek Park- Field #4 17949 M-F 9-10 am 7/29-8/2

Challenger BritishMinisoccer

Fun games, competitions and challenging skill-building activities will captivate and enlighten your young players.

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $122 Urbana Community Park- Lower Field 17950 M-F 10:15-11:45 am 6/24-28 Old National Pike Park – Field #5 17951 M-F 10:15-11:45 am 7/15-19 Ballenger Creek Park- Field #4 17952 M-F 10:15-11:45 am 7/29-8/2

Challenger British Full-Day Advanced Camp

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

6 -14 yrs / 5 days / $229 Urbana Community Park- Lower Field 17953 M-F 9 am-4 pm 6/24-6/28 Old National Pike Park – Field #5 17954 M-F 9 am-4 pm 7/15-7/19 Ballenger Creek Park- Field #4 17955 M-F 9 am-4 pm 7/29-8/2 34C

Challenger British Half-Day Player Development Camps

Gain technical and tactical instruction in all areas of the game. Emphasis is placed upon individual skill development and fundamental tactical awareness through our coaching mix of maximum participation, progressive practices and small-sided games.

6-16 yrs / 5 days / $160 Urbana Community Park- Lower Field 17956 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 6/24-6/28 17957 M-F 1-4 pm 6/24-6/28 Old National Pike Park- Field #5 17958 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/15-7/19 17959 M-F 1-4 pm 7/15-7/19 Ballenger Creek Park- Field #4 17960 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/29-8/2 17961 M-F 1-4 pm 7/29-8/2

FC Soccer IMprovement Clinics – Junior Development Camp

Learn basic skills and fundamentals of the game including trapping, passing, shooting, and rules. All participants are required to wear shin guards, sneakers or soccer cleats, Bring a water bottle and small snack if needed.

5-8 yrs / 5 days / $69 Middletown Rec Center – School Field 17962 M-F 8:30 -11:30am 6/24-6/28 Utica District Park – Field #2 17964 M-F 8:30 -11:30am 7/8-7/12 Libertytown Park – Field #3 17965 M-F 8:30 -11:30am 7/15-7/19 Old National Pike Park – Field # 5 17966 M-F 8:30 -11:30am 7/22-7/26 5-8 yrs / 4 days / $55 Ballenger Creek Park – Field #7 17963 M-W, F 8:30 -11:30am 7/1-7/5

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Summer Camps: Softball/Baseball UK Elite Soccer

UK Elite Soccer’s qualified and experienced British soccer staff will develop your child’s soccer skills through the use of a multi-national, age appropriate goal scoring curriculum designed to cover all aspects of the game, such as dribbling, defending, shooting and passing. Players will then put their newly developed skills to the test during the daily World Cup Scrimmages. Half day and full day soccer camps are available. For more information visit www.UKElite.com.

5-14 yrs / 5 days / $160 Ballenger Creek Park – Field 4 17969 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 6/24-6/28 17971 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 8/5-8/9 Old National Pike Park – Field #2 17968 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 8/5-8/9 Middletown Rec Center – School field 17967 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/8-7/12 Urbana District Park – Field #2 17970 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/22-7/26 7-14 yrs / 5 days / $199 Ballenger Creek Park – Field #4 17972 M-F 9 am-3 pm 6/24-6/28 17973 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/5-8/9 Old National Pike Park – Field #2 17974 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/5-8/9 Middletown Rec Center – School field 17975 M-F 9 am-3pm 7/8-7/12 Urbana District Park – Field #2 17976 M-F 9 am-3pm 7/22-7/26

Social Etiquette

Manners CAN BE FUN CAMP!

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 table, table settings & practice eating 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!

5-8 yrs / 4 days / $119 Ballenger Creek Community Building 17977 M-Th 9-11:30 am 7/15-7/18

Softball/Baseball Boy’s Baseball & Girl’s Softball

Launch your agility, field skills and overall game preparation. This clinic is great for rookie players to learn fundamentals and for experienced players to polish their skills. Participants are required to bring their own glove; all other equipment provided. Bring water bottle and small snack if needed.

Girls Softball / 7-14 yrs / 5 days / $69 Ballenger Creek Park-Field #2 17978 M-F 8 -11am 7/29-8/2 Urbana District Park 17979 M-F 8 -11am 8/5-8/9 Boys Baseball / 7-14 yrs / 5 days / $69 Ballenger Creek Park-Field #3 17980 M-F 8 -11am 7/29-8/2 Urbana District Park 17981 M-F 8 -11am 8/5-8/9

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Summer Camps: Tennis Pee Wee Tennis

Smaller rackets, foam balls, and a smaller court make this the right class for you to learn the game. All equipment is provided for this fun and enjoyable program. All classes will meet Monday through Thursday for 2-weeks. Friday will be used as a rain date.

Tennis

Tennis CAMP

This camp will focus on teaching children the fundamentals of tennis.

Campers will work on skills like the forehand, backhand, serving, volleying and the rally. Campers will be divided up into groups depending on age and skill level. Please provide a small snack and plenty of water for your camper.

This camp will run Monday thru Thursday using Friday as a rain date.

5-14 yrs / 4 days / $100 Walkersville High School 17982 M-Th 8:30 am-11:30am 7/15-19

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5-8 yrs / 4 days / $23 Session I: June 24-June 28 Middletown Middle School 17985 M-Th 9:15-10:15 am Ballenger Creek Middle School 18001 M-Th 6:15-7:15 pm Session II: July 8-July 12 Ballenger Middle School 17986 M-Th 9:15-10:15 am Oakdale High School 18004 M-Th 6:15-7:15 pm Session III: July 15-July 19 Urbana Community Park 17996 M-Th 9:15-10:15 am 17997 M-Th 11:45 am-12:45 pm Walkersville High School 17999 M-Th 5-6 pm 17989 M-Th 6:15-7:15 pm Session IV: July 22-July 26 Tuscarora High School 17990 M-Th 9:15-10:15 am Linganore High School 17993 M-Th 6:15-7:15 pm Session V: July 29-August 2 Walkersville High School 17991 M-Th 9:15-10:15 am Middletown Middle School 17988 M-Th 6:15-7:15 pm Session VI: August 5-August 9 Urbana Community Park 17998 M-Th 9:15-10:15 am Ballenger Middle School 17987 M-Th 6:15-7:15 pm

Tennis Instruction

8-15 yrs / 4 days / $23 Session I: June24-June 28 Middletown Middle School 18019 Ages 8-12 8-9 am 18026 Ages 10-15 10:30-11:30 am Urbana Community Park 18020 Ages 8-12 5-6 pm 18027 Ages 10-15 7:30-8:30 pm Session II: July 8-July 12 Ballenger Middle School 18009 Ages 8-12 8-9 am 18037 Ages 10-15 10:30-11:30 am Oakdale High School 18012 Ages 8-12 5-6 pm 18039 Ages 10-15 7:30-8:30 pm Session III: July 15-July 19 Urbana Community Park 18010 Ages 8-12 8-9 am 18032 Ages 10-15 10:30-11:30 am Walkersville High School 18011 Ages 8-12 5-6 pm 18033 Ages 10-15 7:30-8:30 pm Session IV: July 22-July 26 Tuscarora High School 18022 Ages 8-12 8-9 am 18041 Ages 10-15 10:30-11:30 am Linganore High School 18021 Ages 8-12 5-6 pm 18040 Ages 10-15 7:30-8:30 pm Session V: July 29-August 2 Walkersville High School 18015 Ages 8-12 8-9 am 18034 Ages 10-15 10:30-11:30 am Middletown Middle School 18008 Ages 8-12 5-6 pm 18028 Ages 10-15 7:30-8:30 pm Session VI: August 5-August 9 Urbana Community Park 18016 Ages 8-12 8-9 am 18031 Ages 10-15 10:30-11:30 am Ballenger Middle School 18013 Ages 8-12 5-6 pm 18035 Ages 10-15 7:30-8:30 pm

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Summer Camps: Volleyball

Volleyball

“Go Get It” Beginner Volleyball Development Clinic

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 Thurmont Rec Center 18044 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/8-7/12 Oakdale Rec Center 18047 M-F 5-8 pm 7/9-7/13 18046 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/15-7/19

“Go Get It” Intermediate Volleyball Skills Clinic

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 Oakdale Rec Center 18051 M-F 9 am-12:00 pm 7/29-8/2

“Go Get It” Advanced Volleyball Skills Clinic

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. Must have completed an Intermediate “Go Get it” clinic/camp or have club/high school experience.

14-18 yrs / 5 days / $68 Oakdale Rec Center 18052 M-F 5-8 pm

7/29-8/2

10-14 yrs / 4 days / $55 Oakdale Rec Center (no camp 7/4) 18048 M-F 5-8pm 7/1-7/5

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BALLENGER CREEK

Let your furry friends know that the Ballenger Creek Dog Park is now open.

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