Frederick County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps 2012

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Camp Monocacy

This is a general day camp. Spend your summer vacation with us, enjoying sports, games, crafts, and team building activities that reflect the weekly themes listed below.

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 you’re interests are…there is a week for you! Fun weekly water days will be held at each location.

Locations: Browning Building (Pinecliff Park) Centerville Recreation Center Thurmont Recreation Center Middletown Recreation Center Walkersville Recreation Center Time: Monday-Friday • 7:00 am-6:00 pm Campers must be dropped off between 7:00-9:00 am and picked-up between 4:00-6:00 pm.

AGE & Cost: 6-12 years / $125 per week 5 years old may attend camp if they have completed kindergarten.

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Refund Policy: See registration information on pg 62 Camp Payment Plan: A $20 deposit per camper, per week will hold your child’s space. Balance of registration fees must be paid-infull by 4pm, Monday, June 11. Online registrations must be paid- in-full at time of registration. Camp Monocacy registrations made after June 12 must be paid-in-full at the time of registration.

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Camp Monocacy

Week 1: 6/18-6/22

Week 5: 7/16-7/20

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The Great Outdoors!

Browning Building (Pinecliff Park) Centerville Recreation Center Thurmont Recreation Center Middletown Recreation Center

Week 2: 6/25-6/29 Goin’ for the Gold!

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Browning Building (Pinecliff Park) Centerville Recreation Center Thurmont Recreation Center Middletown Recreation Center

Week 3: 7/2-7/6 Party in the usa!

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Browning Building (Pinecliff Park) Centerville Recreation Center Thurmont Recreation Center Middletown Recreation Center

Week 4: 7/9-7/13 Road Trip!

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Browning Building (Pinecliff Park) Centerville Recreation Center Thurmont Recreation Center Middletown Recreation Center

Art Expo!

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

Week 6: 7/23-7/27 Splish-Splash!

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

Week 7: 7/30-8/3 Goin’ Green!

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

Week 8: 8/6-8/10 Camp Rewind!

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

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Eco-Adventure Camp

Do 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 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.

Location:

Refund Policy:

Catoctin Creek Nature Center

See registration information on pg 62

Time: Monday-Friday • 8:00 am-5:00 pm * Early drop off and pick-up available (7:30 am-5:30 pm)

Ages & Cost: 8-13 years / 5 days / $145 8-13 years / 5 days / $170* *Includes transportation from Rose Hill

Camp Payment Plan: $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 11. Online registration must be paidin-full at time of registration. Eco-Adventure Camp registration made after June 11 must be paid in full at time of registration.

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Transportation: 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. Drop-off and pick-up location will be at Rose Hill Manor Park in Downtown Frederick. Parks and Recreation Shuttle Van will leave daily at 7:30 am and return at 5:30 pm. Have that peace of mind this summer and select this great feature for your camper.

Transportation is limited to 13 participants Departs from Rose Hill Manor Park

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Eco-Adventure Camp

Session 1: June 18-22

Session 3: July 2-6

Campers will enjoy getting their feet wet exploring and searching for unique aquatic creatures that inhabit Catoctin Creek. During the week campers will be able to go: tubing along the creek (weather permitting), seining for fish, dipnetting, lifting stones and discovering crayfish and many interesting creatures along the way.

Join as we take a journey into the aquatic world. Activities will include stream walks, searches for streamside salamanders, water loving insects, minnows, tubing along the creek (weather permitting), and more.

CREEK ADVENTURES

15136 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm Including Transportation from Rose Hill 15144 M-F 7:30 am-5:30 pm

Session 2: June 25-29 WILD CHILD

Imagine a world without cell phones, internet, shopping malls, and grocery stores.

Join us as we take a walk on the wild side.

Campers will build survival shelters, create fire from friction, search for geo caches, tube along the creek (weather permitting), and develop new self confidence skills.

15137 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm Including Transportation from Rose Hill 15145 M-F 7:30 am-5:30 pm

STREAM SAFARI

15138 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm Including Transportation from Rose Hill 15146 M-F 7:30 am-5:30 pm

Session 4: July 9-13 SURVIVOR

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), and a family campout on Thursday night.

15139 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm Including Transportation from Rose Hill 15147 M-F 7:30 am-5:30 pm

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Eco-Adventure Camp Session 5: July 16-20

Session 7: July 30-August 3

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

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 & stream searches, designing bird feeders, and nature crafts.

15140 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm Including Transportation from Rose Hill 15148 M-F 7:30 am-5:30 pm

15142 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm Including Transportation from Rose Hill 15150 M-F 7:30 am-5:30 pm

Session 6: July 23-27

Session 8: August 6-10

SCALES & SLIME

NATURE’S KEEPERS

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.

15141 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm Including Transportation from Rose Hill 15149 M-F 7:30 am-5:30 pm

WINGED WONDERS

NATURE ROCKS! Join us as we uncover a world from long ago by studying the local history & geology of Catoctin Creek Park. Campers during the week will be: collecting earth cores, making clay pots, enjoying guest lectures on the local history, searching for hidden treasures using a hand held metal detector, and geo caching.

15143 M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm Including Transportation from Rose Hill 15151 M-F 7:30 am-5:30 pm

takes YOU there!

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9 Connector Routes serve medical, employment, education and shopping centers.

Trips to work are made easier as TransIT routes are located within one-quarter of a mile of 95% of the employers in the City of Frederick.

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6 Commuter Shuttles travel between Frederick and the MARC train stations (downtown and Point of Rocks), the Route 85 business corridor, Spring Ridge, Emmitsburg/Thurmont, and Brunswick/Jefferson.

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Connector and shuttle fares are $1.10, with reduced fares for students, seniors, and persons with disabilities. Free transfers between routes.

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Connector & shuttle routes stop at 275 locations nearly 572,000 times weekly!

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Civil War

ENCAMPMENT & Saturday

Sunday

July 14, 2012

July 15, 2012

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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ROSE HILL MANOR PARK

1611 North Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701 301-600-1650 ^ www.rosehillmuseum.com FREDERICK COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION

Nature Camps:

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 of Catoctin Creek Park! Please note that all activities are subject to change due to heat advisories or unsafe weather conditions.

Location: Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center 2929 Sumantown Road, Middletown Refund Policy: See registration information on pg 62 Schedule: 4-6 years old Monday-Friday 10:00-10:15 Organized Free Play* 10:15-Noon Camp Activities

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6-10 years old Monday-Friday 9:00-9:30 am Organized Free Play* 9:30-Noon 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, create nature drawings, and assist with the care of the nature center animals.

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Catoctin Creek Park Session 1: June 18-June 22

Session 5: July 16-July 20

Calling all aquanauts! Stream walking, dipnetting, 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!

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.

WET & WILD I

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $130 Catoctin Creek Park 15170 M-F

9:00 am-4:00 pm

Session 2: June 25-June 29 BACKYARD BUDDIES

CREEPY CRAWLIES

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Catoctin Creek Park 15171 M-F

10:00 am-Noon

Session 6: July 23-July 27 CREATURE FEATURE

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!

This camp is ideal for young naturalists that want to search for salamanders, dipnet 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.

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Catoctin Creek Park 15158 M-F

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $130 Catoctin Creek Park 15162 M-F

10:00 am-Noon

Session 3: July 2-July 6 WET & WILD II

9:00 am-4:00 pm

Session 7: July 30 -August 3 ROCKIN REPTILES!

Do you have a stream explorer at home who loves streams and ponds? Wet & Wild II will include stream explorations, tubing (weather permitting), new activities, crafts, games, and Nature Center animals for them to enjoy.

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.

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $130 Catoctin Creek Park 15159 M-F

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Catoctin Creek Park 15163 M-F

9:00 am-4:00 pm

10:00 am-Noon

Session 4: July 9-July 13

Session 8: August 6-10

Creative campers will interact with our animals and explore the park to gather materials and ideas to make nature-inspired arts and crafts each day. Campers will make honeysuckle wreaths, fish-print t-shirts, dream-catchers, natural frames and many other unique items during this fun-filled week.

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.

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $130 Catoctin Creek Park 15160 M-F

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Catoctin Creek Park 15164 M-F

NATURE ARTS AND CRAFTS

9:00 am-4:00 pm

NATURE DETECTIVES

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Nature Camps:

Nature 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.

Location: Fountain Rock Park & Nature Center 8516 Fountain Rock Court, Walkersville Refund Policy: See registration information on pg 62 Schedule: 4-6 years old Monday-Friday 10:00-Noon

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Camp Activities

6-12 years old Monday-Friday 8:00-9:00 am Organized Free Play* 9:00-Noon Camp Activities 12:00-1:00 pm LUNCH 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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Fountain Rock Park Session 1: June 18-June 22

Session 3: July 2-July 6

Tiny nature lovers will be introduced to friendly snakes, toads, and frogs and their life cycles. Structured exploration of the great outdoors will also take place in the park with activities such as “Show and Tell” and feeding the fish.

Little nature lovers will learn about the animal kingdom, including animals above and below the ground! Insects, birds, reptiles, and even wiggly worms will be discovered and enjoyed through hands-on activities!

Slither & Hop

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 15169 M-F 10:00-Noon

6/18-6/22

reptile mania

This camp is for the hard-core reptile lover!

Campers will get to meet all the resident nature center snakes and turtles up close and personal. Special guest speakers will share their knowledge. Enjoy this hands-on reptilian rendezvous!

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 15172 M-F 8:00-5:00 pm

6/18-6/22

Session 2: June 25-June 29 fiddlers & fireflies

Curious little minds will learn about our insect world. One of the favorite games played is called “What Bug Are You?”. Fun facts about crickets and fireflies will be shared along with hands-on activities that will keep them smiling!

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 15167 M-F 10:00-Noon

6/25-6/29

Fur, Feathers, and Scales

Campers will learn about several animal groups including mammals, birds, and reptiles. A stimulating week of animal classification will include mammal track identification, bird walks, and the traditional “Who Do I Like Today” snake game.

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 15173 M-F 8:00-5:00 pm

Scales & Tales

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 15174 M-F 10:00-Noon

7/2-7/6

Bugs, Bats, and Beyond

This camp is for the junior zoologist who loves to learn about the animal world. Activities will include scavenger hunts, mini-hikes to collect insects, and a study of the quarry pond and the animals that live in it!

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 15175 M-F 8:00-5:00 pm

7/2-7/6

Session 4: July 9-13

Wings & Wetland Things

Knee-high naturalists will explore the shallow water in Glade Creek to see what critters they can find. Playing nature games, and meeting new friends will highlight this fun week of discovery!

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 15165 M-F 10:00-Noon

7/9-7/13

Wild about Wildlife

Slithering snakes, tantalizing toads, and cocky cockroaches are just a few of the creatures that will take center stage in this adventurous week. Some of the fun activities include creating a mammal track mold, socializing with a game called, “Bat & Moth”, and practicing water quality testing.

8-12 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 15166 M-F 8:00-5:00 pm

7/9-7/13

6/25-6/29

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Nature Camps:

Session 5: July 16-July 20

Session 6: July 23-July 27

By learning about the native animals of Maryland, little naturalists will discover the diversity of the park. Some of their structured exploration will include mini-hikes, playing interactive games, and making a fun paper snake to take home.

Have your junior naturalist discover the wonderful world of insects including the beautiful butterfly! A few activities include making insects from recycled materials and drawing bugs on the sidewalk with chalk.

Giggles & wiggles

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 15161 M-F 10:00-Noon

7/16-7/20

Creepy crawlies

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

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 15152 M-F 8:00-5:00 pm

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butterflies & bugs

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 15168 M-F 10:00-Noon

7/23-7/27

Where the Wild Things Roam

Come and explore the world of predators!

Discover different predator/prey relationships in the environments around the world and also in Fountain Rock Park. Our animal celebrities in the nature center will be used for great hands-on experiences!

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 15153 M-F 8:00-5:00 pm

7/23-7/27

7/16-7/20

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Fountain Rock Park

Session 7: July 30 -August 3

Session 8: August 6-10

Campers will learn fun facts about frogs and toads and many other animals that call Fountain Rock Park their home. Hopping games and crafts including making a frog hat will be part of this week’s activities.

Bring your nature lover to Fountain Rock Park to discover the joy of learning about the world of reptiles, including our friendly turtles and snakes! They will also explore the creek for tiny critters, use nets to hunt for butterflies, and bring home their own painted wooden snake!

Tiny toads & tadpoles

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 15154 M-F 10:00-Noon

7/30-8/3

nature history mystery

Join us for a week of science sleuthing through daily themes and eco-quests.

Campers will become nature detectives and solve a natural history mystery every day.

Join the fun of solving nature’s mysteries!

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 15155 M-F 8:00-5:00 pm

7/30-8/3

smiles & slithers

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $68 Fountain Rock Park 15156 M-F 10:00-Noon

8/6-8/10

Super Duper Science

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

8-12 yrs / 5 days / $145 Fountain Rock Park 15157 M-F 8:00-5:00 pm

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8/6-8/10

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History Camps:

Adventures In Time

Explore the life and times of your ancestors as we journey from 1746-1950. Participate in historical investigations, examine and recreate elements of historical literature and much more. Each week we’ll engage in games, activities and crafts enjoyed by our ancestors.

Discover the challenges and rewards of being a History Detective as we put our skills to the test each week. Don’t miss a single week of adventures in time!

6-12 yrs / 5 days / $130 Rose Hill Manor Park

Woodland to Cultivation

Explore the early history of Frederick.

We’ll discover the life of Eastern Woodland Native Americans and the excitement and challenges of the settlement and growth of Frederick County.

15123 M-F

8:00 am-5pm

6/25-6/29

Patriots All

Experience life in Colonial America as we delve into the American Revolution. From the Boston Tea Party to the signing of the Declaration of Independence we’ll learn about moments in the birth of America and the life of Thomas Johnson and other Patriots.

15124 M-F

7/2-7/6

On the Trail to Oregon

Encounter the excitement of the development of the Star Spangled States and the hazards of the Trail to Oregon. Journey through the War of 1812 and investigate the life and times of Francis Scott Key and our National Anthem. Experience the thrill of America’s growth through westward expansion.

15125 M-F

8:00 am-5pm

7/9-7/13

Grant & Lee civil war adventure

Relive the experiences of the Generals, soldiers and civilians of the Civil War era from the firing on Fort Sumter to the Appomattox Courthouse.

15126 M-F

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8:00 am-5pm

8:00 am-5pm

7/16-7/20

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Rose Hill Manor Park

Wee Historians

America the Melting Pot

Discover the hazards and joys of becoming a U.S. citizen as we explore the history of immigration and the search for liberty in the Melting Pot. 15127 M-F

8:00 am-5pm

7/23-7/27

The Greatest Generation

Uncover the history of the Great Wars and the growth of technology and innovation in America. From World War I to the hardship of the Great Depression and the victory of World War II we’ll examine the milestones that shaped modern America.

15128 M-F

8:00 am-5pm

7/30-8/3

A Girl’s Life in America

Explore the life and times of girls in America through the stories of Felicity™, Addy™, Samantha™, Kit™ and other American Girls™.

Bring your own American Girl™ or other doll and learn about life in America from 1774-1944 as we engage in various activities including making crafts and playing games from the time periods of these American Girls™.

5-10 yrs / 5 days / $68 Rose Hill Manor Park 15129 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 15130 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

Enjoy Rose Hill Manor’s own unique history camp geared for preschool-age children.

Old-fashioned fun, including games, crafts and stories based on daily themes taken from museum exhibits. Potty-trained participants only.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $68 Rose Hill Manor Park Colonial Kids 15131 M-F 9:30-11:30 am Down on the Farm 15132 M-F 9:30-11:30 am

6/18-6/22 8/6-8/10

Arts, Crafts & Creativity

Discover your creative side in this week-long exploration of traditional arts & crafts. From knitting to weaving, spinning, to dyeing, tin punch to basket weaving you’ll engage your senses as we share the experience of crafting unique projects for your home that your ancestors would recognize. All project supplies are included.

16+ yrs / 5 days / $89 Rose Hill Manor Park 15133 M-F 1:00-5: 00 pm

8/6/-8/10

7/16-7/20 7/23-7/27

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Summer Camps: Art

Art

Art Extravaganza

Fine Arts Camp at Emmitsburg

Explore your visual talents, as you learn techniques during the morning hours of many forms of visual art such as painting, drawing, scratchboard and clay. During the second half of the day the focus will be on more advanced media such as watercolors, pen and ink, oil/chalk pastels, and painting.

The week will culminate in an art show for friends and family on the last day. Bring lunch and a snack each day

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.

6-12 yrs / 4 days / $115 Oakdale Rec Center (no camp 7/4) 15242 M, T, Th, F 9:00-3:00 pm

9-14 yrs / 5 days / $105 Emmitsburg Community Center 15243 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 15244 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

7/2-7/6

7/9-7/13 7/16-7/20

Crafty Kids

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

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $68 Emmitsburg Community Center 15245 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

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7/23-7/27

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Summer Camps: Art

NEW! JUMP N’ ART CAMP

Jump-N-Art, where the arts are alive and hopping, an art and activity-based curriculum with games, jumping, and inflatable activities for children. Campers are to provide their own bagged lunch. There will be before care starting at 8 am and after care ending at 5pm, available at an additional cost.

6-10 yrs / 5 days / $135 Pump It Up - Frederick Week 1: Dr. Seuss 15246 M-F 9:00-4:00 pm Week 2: Pirates’ Cove 15247 M-F 9:00-4:00 pm Week 3: Creepy, Crawly Critters 15248 M-F 9:00-4:00 pm Week 4: Starry Nights 15249 M-F 9:00-4:00 pm

6/25-6/29 7/9-7/13 7/23-7/27 8/6-8/10

Abrakadoodle Summer Surfing Camp!

This wonderful camp is perfect before your trip to the beach or when you get back! In this tropical paradise you create the perfect wave, design fish that look like your uncle, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. You get serenaded by beach music while playing seaside games.

Don’t miss the chance to create 3D sculptures, triptych murals, foliage from Hawaii and much more. Each day we will complete two projects and activities daily. Face painting!

Bring a nut free snack and drink. $28 material fee. No class 7/4.

Liberty Elementary 3-5 yrs / 4 days / $120 (No class on 7/4) 15250 M,Tu,Th,F 9:00 am-Noon 7/2-7/6 6-12 yrs / 4 days / $120 (No class on 7/4) 15251 M,Tu,Th,F 9:00 am-Noon 7/2-7/6 Middletown Rec Center 3-5 yrs / 4 days / $120 15252 M-Th 9:00 am-Noon

7/16-7/19

6-12 yrs / 4 days / $120 15253 M-Th 9:00 am-Noon

7/16-7/19

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Summer Camps: Art Abrakadoodle Mommy and Me Make Art Camp!

You’ll love this art camp designed especially for your 20 month to 36 month old and preschoolers! You will create art with your child and meet other moms. Your child is ready! They will sculpt, make instruments, create wild animals, ugly dolls and more! Don’t miss the chance to see your child’s skills grow as you bond over art! This camp is designed to develop perception/motor skills in young children in a fun and creative atmosphere.

Pre-school campers have alternate age appropriate art projects. Your child makes two projects daily, coordination activities, memory games, music and more. Bring a nut free snack/drink. Please bring a $28 material fee on first day.

Deer Crossing Rec Center 20- 36 mths/ 4 days / $99 15254 M-Th 9:00-11:00 am 7/30-8/2 3-5 yrs / 4 days / $99 15255 M-Th 9:00-11:00 am

7/30-8/2

Abrakadoodle Bug Me Art Camp!

You are being bugged! This Creepy Crawler’s Camp is all about bugs, reptiles, nighttime adventures and the teeny tiny world of insects. Your child will create bug habitats, design mazes, and participate in creepy crawler races while learning about bug & reptile characteristics. Join Abrakadoodle, “the best art class to bring out your child’s inner Picasso” for this buggy camp filled with insect art, mini-worlds and creative learning experiences! Unbelievable and creepy fun!

Bring a nut free snack/drink. Please bring a $28 material fee on first day.

Middletown Rec Center 3-5 yrs / 4 days / $120 15256 M-Th 9:00 am-Noon

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6-12 yrs / 4 days / $120 15257 M-Th 9:00 am-Noon

8/6-8/9

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Abrakadoodle Pirates, PrincesS and Princesses Camp!

Calling all pirates, princes and princesses! You will discover the secrets of times past! Pirates rule the sea and royalty rules the land. We learn cartography, jewelry design and much more as we take a wonderful trip on the high seas. You must see this to believe it, exotic ports and art will be discovered. Aaarrggh!

This Abrakadoodle camp is filled with a bounty of games, music and adventure.

Two daily projects, plus activities and face painting. Bring a nut free snack and drink.

Please bring a $28 material fee on first day.

Urbana Elementary 3-5 yrs / 4 days / $120 15258 M-Th 9:00 am-Noon

6/25-6/28

6-12 yrs / 4 days / $120 15259 M-Th 9:00 am-Noon

6/25-6/28

Abrakadoodle Great Big Messy Art Camp!

You’ll love this camp! Everything about it is messy, gooey and slimy! You mix paint with spaghetti for fantastic results, get dirty with gooey, sticky clay. You invent garbage loving creatures and work with friends for amazing effects. You will practice exploding, splattering, smearing, mixing, squirting and squeezing paint to create beautiful, fun art! You make two projects daily plus activities. Face painting! Don’t miss this unusual camp! Bring a nut free snack & drink. Please bring a $28 material fee on first day.

Oakdale Rec Center 3-5 yrs / 4 days / $120 15260 M-Th 9:00 am-Noon

7/9-7/12

6-12 yrs / 4 days / $120 15261 M-Th 9:00 am-Noon

7/9-7/12

Urbana Elementary 3-5 yrs / 4 days / $120 15262 M-Th 9:00 am-Noon

7/23-7/26

6-12 yrs / 4 days / $120 15263 M-Th 9:00 am-Noon

7/23-7/26

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Summer Camps: Art KidzArt Inspiration for the masters

Young Rembrandts Eric Carle

Order up sculpture, drawing, watercolor and other techniques, all inspired by famous artists. Create your own miniature canvas on a miniature easel. Develop a design one of the world’s most beautiful art forms; stain glass, using Gallery Glass. Learn how to draw many of the Masters work with the KidzArt Instructors! All this and more while learning a little about famous artists along the way. Ask about our Multi-Sibling and Refer-A-Friend discounts available on camp supply fees!

Please bring a $40 supply fee on the first day.

5-15 yrs / 3 days / $81 +$40 supply fee Glade Elementary 15264 Tu-Th 8:30-11:30 am 6/19-6/21 5-15 yrs / 4 days / $108 +$40 supply fee Urbana Elementary 15265 M-Th 8:30-11:30 am 7/30-8/2 5-15 yrs / 5 days / $135 + $40 supply fee Middletown Rec Center 15266 M-F 8:30-11:30 am 6/25-6/29 Tuscarora Rec Center 15267 M-F 8:30-12:30 pm

7/9-7/13

Deer Crossing Rec Center 15268 M-F 8:30-11:30 am

7/16-7/20

Walkersville Rec Center 15269 M-F 8:30-11:30 am

7/23-7/27

11-17 yrs / 5 days / $135 + $50 supply fee Middletown Rec Center 15270 M-F 4:30-7:30 pm 6/25-6/29 Walkersville Rec Center 15271 M-F 4:30-7:30 pm

7/23-7/27

Explore the world of Eric Carle with us that will be full of art and reading. Our creativity and imagination will play together as we create wonderful drawings based on the books that we read. We will learn how to draw a variety of creatures including a caterpillar, a ladybug, a crab and more.

4-5 yrs / 5 days / $140 Oakdale Rec Center 15272 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

6/18-6/22

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 Tuscarora Rec Center 15273 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

6/25-6/29

Young Rembrandts Enchanted Academy – Harry Potter Style

Be prepared to be whisked away to an enchanted academy where nothing is as it seems! Experience the majesty of the great dining hall as you illustrate a beautiful graphic.

Amuse yourself in the not-so-ordinary life of the academy with a plethora of cartoon drawings. From drawing an enchanted forest to a day at the races with dragons, it’s nothing but fun. On the final day, you will use pastel chalks as you create a whimsical drawing of a phoenix. Please wear an old shirt or smock to the final day of class.

6-12 yrs / 5 days / $140 Deer Crossing Rec Center 15276 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-Noon

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Summer Camps: Baton

Young Rembrandts Cartooning

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 / 5 days / $140 Deer Crossing Rec Center 15277 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

7/9-7/13

Go on a Safari adventure with Young Rembrandts this summer! You will explore the exciting land and many animals that inhabit Africa. You will draw a variety of animals in various scenes with different media. We will even challenge our artistic talents by creating two large scenes – one in a graphic style filled with a variety of animals and another focusing on the twists and turns of an African snake completed with pastel chalks.

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6-12 yrs / 5 days / $140 Deer Crossing Rec Center 15279 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

7/23-7/27

Baton

Baton, cheerleading, and poms for summer

Young Rembrandts African Safari

6-12 yrs / 5 days / $112 Urbana Elementary 15278 M-Th 9:00 am-Noon

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!

7/16-7/19

This is a camp program that will build skills as well as highlight spirit and teamwork in 4 different areas- baton 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 15280 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

7/23-7/27

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Summer Camps: Basketball Basketball

Five-Star Basketball Camp

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 Five-Star Foundation.

Camp Directors are current or former High School and College coaches.

NEW! Half Day Session 8-14 yrs / 5 days / $125 Centerville Rec Center 15281 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Deer Crossing Rec Center 15284 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Tuscarora Rec Center 15282 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Middletown Rec Center 15283 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

6/18-6/22 6/25-6/29 7/16-7/20 7/23-7/27

Full Day Session 8-14 yrs / 5 days / $195 Centerville Rec Center 15285 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm Deer Crossing Rec Center 15286 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm Tuscarora Rec Center 15287 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm Middletown Rec Center 15288 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm

6/18-6/22 6/25-6/29 7/16-7/20 7/23-7/27

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 Emmitsburg Community Center 15289 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Walkersville Rec Center 15290 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

Washington Wizards/Mystics Youth Basketball Camp

The Washington Wizards + Mystics Summer Camp provides boys and girls ages 5-15 of all skill levels with a professional basketball learning experience. Campers will learn proper techniques on various skills such as: ball-handling, passing, shooting, rebounding, defense, and team concepts. Each camper will receive professional instruction, reversible jersey and free game ticket plus special guest instruction from current and former Wizards (Bullets) and Mystics players and coaches.

5-15 yrs / 5 days / $325 Centerville Rec Center 15291 M-F 9:00 am-4:00 pm

8/6-8/10

Cheerleading Cheerleading Clinic

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.

4-13 yrs / 5 days / $80 Middletown Rec Center 15292 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Oakdale Rec Center 15293 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Centerville Rec Center 15294 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

6/18-6/22 6/25-6/29 7/9-7/13

4-13 yrs / 4 days / $80 Walkersville Rec Center (no camp 7/4) 15295 M,Tu,Th,F 9:00 am-12:45 pm 7/2-7/6

6/25-6/29 6/18-6/22

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Summer Camps: Chess

Chess

Dance

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.

Join us at our new dance camp! Our program includes developmental ballet, creative movement and acrobatics. We emphasize building self-confidence and self-esteem in every child, as well as making learning fun. We will be working on bringing out your child’s creativity by fashioning a unique craft to be used in our performance at the end of the week, when parents are allowed to observe what we have learned. Ballet shoes are required and teddy bears are encouraged as we will be dancing with our bears! Participants must be potty-trained.

Chess Camp

7-12 yrs / 4 days / $50 Middletown Rec Center (no camp 7/4) 15737 M,Tu,Th,F 9 :00 am-Noon 7/2-7/6

Cooking

Kids Cooking Camp

Turn off the TV and let’s cook! In this handson 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 Middletown Park- Concession 7-10 yrs / 5 days / $140 14838 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

6/18-6/22

11-14 yrs / 5 days / $140 14839 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

6/25-6/29

New! Kamp Kinderdance

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $144 Walkersville Rec Center 15863 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Tuscarora Rec Center 15296 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Oakdale Rec Center 15298 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Middletown Rec Center 15297 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

7/16-7/20 7/23-7/27 7/30-8/3

Dance Camp (with Tap)

In this great dance camp, children will learn ballet, tap, and jazz. Emphasis on basic techniques, movements, and step that will be choreographed into a dance routine performed at the end of the week. Campers will also bring out their creativity by designing dance costumes. Tap shoes are required.

6-8 yrs / 5 days / $68 Oakdale Rec Center 15299 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

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Summer Camps: Football Fitness

outdoor yoga camp

Dance Camp

Join us for a ballet and jazz dance camp this summer. Emphasis on techniques, movements, and step that will be choreographed into a dance routine performed at the end of the week for parents.

Campers will also bring out their creativity by designing dance costumes.

8-11 yrs / 5 days / $68 Oakdale Rec Center 15300 M-F 1:00-4:00 pm

6/25-6/29

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 15303 M-F 9:30-11:30 am

7/16-7/20

9-12 yrs / 5 days / $105 Fountain Rock Park 15304 M-F 1:00-3:00 pm

7/16-7/20

Tot’s Dance Camp

In this one week creative movement camp your preschoolers will learn the fundamentals of ballet and jazz. They will exercise their creativity through movement games, enjoy making a craft every day, learn basic dance steps, and a small dance routine. In a small performance at the end of the week parents will be welcome to come see what your little dancers have learned.

4-6 yrs / 5 days / $48 Oakdale Rec Center 15301 M-F 5:30-7:30 pm

6/25-6/29

Day Camp

Camp Monocacy Encore

During this general recreation camp, daily activities include games, crafts, and sports.

Celebrate the end of summer with a party on Friday.

6-11 yrs / 5 days / $125 Browning Building (Pinecliff Park) 15302 M-F 8:00-5:00 pm 8/13-8/17

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 non-contact 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.

Offensive Threat – QB and Receiver Combine Become a gamebreaker! Stances, footwork, throwing, QB drop, receiving, route running techniques and stamina training.

7-12 yrs / 4 days / $69 Ballenger Creek Park – Rec Field 15305 M-Th 8:00-10:30 am Utica District Park - Field #2 15306 M-Th 8:00-10:30 am

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Summer Camps: Gymnastics Lacrosse

Fredco Football Clinics

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 / 4 days / $69 Ballenger Creek Park – Rec Field 15307 M-Th 11:00 am-1:30 pm 7/30-8/2 Utica District Park - Field #2 15308 M-Th 11:00 am-1:30 pm 8/6-8/9

Gymnastics

Tumbling for Cheerleading Camp

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 / $80 Deer Crossing Rec Center 15309 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

6/18-6/22

Gymnastics Clinic

This exciting camp offers gymnastics 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 / $80 Tuscarora Rec Center 15310 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 6/25-6/29 Middletown Rec Center 15312 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 7/9-7/13

Boy’s 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 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.

Required equipment includes: Lacrosse helmet, stick, arm pads, elbow pads, gloves and athletic shoes.

Boys / 7-11 yrs / 5 days / $69 Ballenger Creek Park - Field #4 15313 M-F 8:00-11:00 am 7/16-7/20 Old National Pike Park - Field #2 15314 M-F 8:00-11:00 am 7/23-7/27 Urbana Community Park- Lower Field 15315 M-F 8:00-11:00 am 7/30-8/3

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 Ballenger Creek Park - Field #7 15316 M-F 8:00-11:00 am 6/25-6/29 Old National Pike Park - Field #1 15317 M-F 8:00-11:00 am 7/23-7/27 Urbana Community Park - Lower Field 15318 M-F 8:00-11:00 am 7/30-8/3

4-13 yrs / 4 days / $80 (No camp on 7/4) Deer Crossing Rec Center 15311 M,T,Th,F 9 :00 am-12:45 pm 7/2-7/6

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Summer Camps: Multi-Sport Academy International Girls Youth Lacrosse Camp

The highly acclaimed Academy International Coaches will customize girls lacrosse training for girls ages 7 to 15. The AI Coaches, from England, Australia and Canada. will implement a week long curriculum that advocates learning and enjoyment for beginners to advanced level players. This summer girls program offers high level coaching and a nice cultural experience.

Players will need to bring a stick, eye goggles, mouth guard and plenty of water. For more information call 1-888-529-3827 or visit our website: www.academyinternational.net.

7-15 yrs / 5 days / $195 Middletown Park - Field #4 15368 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

Multi-Sport

FC Ultimate Games Camp

FC Ultimate Games Camp is a “fun camp” where we put an interesting twist on traditional games. We’ll play tons of games some are traditional and some are wacky. In this co-ed camp the focus is on having fun, sports skill building, staying fit, building character and boosting self-esteem. Bring a non-perishable lunch (no peanut products) and a water bottle.

6-8 yrs / 5 days / $119 Oakdale Rec Center 15448 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 6/18-6/22 Centerville Rec Center 15449 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 6/25-6/29 Deer Crossing Rec Center 15450 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 7/9-7/13

7/16-7/20

6-8 yrs / 4 days / $96 Tuscarora Rec Center (no camp 7/4) 15451 M,T,Th,F 9 :00 am-3:00 pm 7/2-7/6

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.

Have fun this summer. Using the games approach, campers develop their skills in basketball, flag football, kickball, soccer, and other fun games co-ed camp. Campers rotate activities in age- and skill-appropriate groups.

The focus is on sports skills, having fun, staying fit, building character and boosting self-esteem. Bring a non-perishable lunch (no peanut products) and a water bottle.

Lego

LEGO Adventure Camp

8-12 yrs / 5 days / $120 Middletown Rec Center 15379 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 7/9-7/13 15380 M-F 5:00-8:00 pm 7/23-7/27 Walkersville Rec Center 15384 M,T,Th,F 9:00 am-12:45 pm 7/2-7/6 Emmitsburg Community Center 15381 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 7/16-7/20

FC Ultimate Sports & Games Camp

8-11 yrs / 5 days / $119 Oakdale Rec Center 15467 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 6/18-6/22 Centerville Rec Center 15468 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 6/25-6/29 Deer Crossing Rec Center 15470 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 7/9-7/13 8-11 yrs / 4 days / $96 Tuscarora Rec Center (no camp 7/4) 15469 M,T,Th,F 9 :00 am-3:00 pm 7/2-7/6

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Summer Camps: Chorus

Preschool

Funfit® Summer Adventure Camp

Sports Discovery Camp

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.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $65 Emmitsburg Community Center 15476 M-F 9:00-11:00 am 15477 M-F 9:00-11:00 am Tuscarora Rec Center 15489 M-F 9:00-11:00 am Walkersville Rec Center 15478 M-F 9:00-11:00 am Middletown Rec Center 15732 M-F 9:00-11:00 am Centerville Rec Center 15490 M-F 9:00-11:00 am

6/18-6/22 8/6-8/10 7/9-7/13 7/16-7/20 7/16-7/20 7/23-7/27

Performing Arts Children’s Chorus Camp

Sail the high seas! Learn pirate songs, sea shanties, and world water songs. Play games every day (water games all day Thursday), learn World Drumming on large colorful African drums, and perform a concert for parents on Friday. Boys and girls will both enjoy this opportunity to play with plastic swords, wear pirate costume, get temporary pirate tattoos, and say “Aaarrrrggh” all week!

Receive instruction from the directors and members of The Frederick Children’s Chorus.

It’s not just camp, it’s an adventure. Campers will exercise their bodies and minds through an exploration of a new theme every day in this exciting, action-packed camp. Through hands-on 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.

3-6 yrs / 4 days / $99 Tuscarora Rec Center (no camp 7/4) 15494 M,T,Th,F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 7/2-7/6 3-6 yrs / 5 days / $124 Walkersville Rec Center 15498 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm Deer Crossing Rec Center 15493 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm Oakdale Rec Center 15495 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm Centerville Rec Center 15496 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm Tuscarora Rec Center 15497 M-F 9:30 am-12:30 pm

6/18-6/22 6/25-6/29 7/9-7/13 7/16-7/20 7/23-7/27

8-11 yrs / 5 days / $130 Tuscarora Rec Center 15491 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 6/18-6/22 Walkersville Rec Center 15492 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 7/9-7/13 26C

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Summer Camps: Soccer

Tiny Sluggers Tee-Ball Camp

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. Pottytrained participants only. Snack included.

3-5 yrs / 5 days / $68 Middletown Rec Center 15521 M-F 9:30-11:30 am Oakdale Rec Center 15518 M-F 9:30-11:30 am 15519 M-F 9:30-11:30 am 15520 M-F 9:30-11:30 am

6/18-6/22 7/9-7/13 7/16-7/20 7/23-7/27

3-5 yrs / 4 days / $54 Middletown Rec Center (no camp on 7/4) 15522 M,Tu,Th,F 9:30-11:30 am 7/2-7/6

Preschool Sports 1st Kicks Tot Soccer camp

Preschoolers gain experience in 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 / $49 Ballenger Creek Park – Field # 8 15728 M-F 9:00-10:30 am

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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 / $49 Ballenger Creek Park – Field #5 15729 M-F 9:00-10:30 am

7/9-7/13

Soccer

Challenger British Soccer First Kicks

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

3-4 yrs / 5 days / $98 Urbana Community Park - Lower Field 15523 M-F 9:00-10:00 am 6/18-6/22 Old National Pike Park- Field #5 15533 M-F 9:00-10:00 am 7/23-7/27 Ballenger Creek Park - Field #4 15524 M-F 9:00-10:00 am 7/30-8/3

Challenger British Minisoccer

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

5-6 yrs / 5 days / $119 Urbana Community Park - Lower Field 15534 M-F 10:15-11:45 am 6/18-6/22 Old National Pike Park- Field #5 15525 M-F 10:15-11:45 am 7/23-7/27 Ballenger Creek Park - Field #4 15526 M-F 10:15-11:45 am 7/30-8/3

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Summer Camps: Soccer Challenger British Half-Day soccer Player Development Camps

Gain technical and tactical instruction in all areas of the soccer 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.

7-16 yrs / 5 days / $156 Urbana Community Park - Lower Field 15527 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 6/18-6/22 15528 M-F 1:00-4:00 pm 6/18-6/22 Old National Pike Park- Field #4 15535 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 7/23-7/27 15536 M-F 1:00-4:00 pm 7/23-7/27 Ballenger Creek Park- Field #4 15529 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 7/30-8/3 15530 M-F 1:00-4:00 pm 7/30-8/3

Challenger British Full-Day Advanced soccer Camp

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

7 -16 yrs / 5 days / $225 Urbana Community Park - Lower Fields 15531 M-F 9:00 am-4:00 pm 6/18-6/22 Old National Pike Park- Field #4 15537 M-F 9:00 am-4:00 pm 7/23-7/27 Ballenger Creek Park - Field #4 15532 M-F 9:00 am-4:00 pm 7/30-8/3

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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 Ballenger Creek Park – Field #7 15538 M-F 8:30 -11:30 am 6/18-6/22 Middletown Rec Center - School Field 15539 M-F 8:30 -11:30 am 6/25-6/29 Utica District Park - Field #2 15540 M-F 8:30 -11:30 am 7/9-7/13 Libertytown Park - Field #3 15541 M-F 8:30 -11:30 am 7/23-7/27 Emmitsburg Comm. Center – Community Field 15542 M-F 8:30 -11:30 am 7/30-8/3

Soccer Performance Enhancement Clinic (S.P.E.C. )

Drills and skills to enhance your performance during soccer game play. Speed drills, agility drills, core training for the young athlete. Experienced coaches lead athletes helping build game day agility, stamina and confidence.

9-14 yrs / 5 days / $74 Ballenger Creek Park – Field #7 15543 M-F 8:30 -11:30 am 6/18-6/22 Middletown Rec Center - School Field 15544 M-F 8:30 -11:30 am 6/25-6/29 Utica District Park - Field #2 15545 M-F 8:30 -11:30 am 7/9-7/13 Libertytown Park - Field #3 15546 M-F 8:30 -11:30 am 7/23-7/27 Emmitsburg Comm. Center – Community Field 15547 M-F 8:30 -11:30 am 7/30-8/3

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Summer Camps: Softball 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 multinational, 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 / $155 Ballenger Creek Park - Field #4 15550 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 6/25-6/29 15552 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 8/6-8/10 Old National Pike District Park – Field #2 15549 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 7/9-7/13 15551 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 8/6-8/10 Middletown Park – Field #6 15548 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 7/9-7/13 7-14 yrs / 5 days / $199 Ballenger Creek Park - Field #4 15553 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 6/25-6/29 15554 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 8/6-8/10 Old National Pike District Park – Field #2 15555 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 7/9-7/13 15557 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 8/6-8/10 Middletown Park – Field #6 15556 M-F 9:00 am-3:00 pm 7/9-7/13

Social Etiquette Manners and More 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!

8-12 yrs / 4 days / $119 Middletown Rec Center 15558 M-Th 9:00-11:30 am Deer Crossing Rec Center 15559 M-Th 9:00-11:30 am

6/25-6/28 7/23-7/26

Boy’s Baseball & Girl’s Softball fc launch – baseball and softball Clinics

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.

Girl’s Softball / 7-14 yrs / 5 days / $69 Ballenger Creek Park - Field #2 15562 M-F 8:00 -11:00 am 7/9-7/13 Boy’s Baseball / 7-14 yrs / 5 days / $69 Ballenger Creek Park - Field #3 15563 M-F 8:00 -11:00 am 7/9-7/13

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Summer Camps: Tennis

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.

5-8 yrs / 8 days / $34 Session I: June 18-June 29 Middletown Middle 15565 Pee Wee Prep 9:00-9:45 am 15570 Pee Wee 10:00-10:45 am 15571 Pee Wee 11:00-11:45 am Ballenger Creek Middle 15568 Pee Wee Prep 5:15-6:00 pm 15569 Pee Wee 6:15-7:00 pm 15564 Pee Wee 7:15-8:00 pm Session II: July 2-July 13 (No camp on 7/4) Tuscarora High School 15572 Pee Wee Prep 9:00-9:45 am 15566 Pee Wee 10:00-10:45 am 15573 Pee Wee 11:00-11:45 am Linganore High School 15574 Pee Wee Prep 5:15-6:00 pm 15567 Pee Wee 6:15-7:00 pm 15575 Pee Wee 7:15-8:00 pm

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Session III: July 16-July 27 Urbana Community Park 15576 Pee Wee Prep 9:00-9:45 am 15577 Pee Wee 10:00-10:45 am 15578 Pee Wee 11:00-11:45 am Walkersville High 15579 Pee Wee Prep 5:15-6:00 pm 15580 Pee Wee 6:15-7:00 pm 15581 Pee Wee 7:15-8:00 pm Session IV: July 30-August 10 Oakdale High 15585 Pee Wee Prep 9:00-9:45 am 15586 Pee Wee 10:00-10:45 am 15587 Pee Wee 11:00-11:45 am Middletown Middle 15582 Pee Wee Prep 5:15-6:00 pm 15583 Pee Wee 6:15-7:00 pm 15584 Pee Wee 7:15-8:00 pm

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Summer Camps: Tennis

Tennis Instruction

All classes will meet Monday through Thursday for 2-weeks. Friday will be used as a rain date.

8-15 yrs / 4 days / $34 Session I: June18-June 22 Middletown Middle 15600 Ages 8-12 15701 Ages 10-15 Ballenger Creek Middle 15602 Ages 8-12 15708 Ages 10-15 Session II: June 25-June 29 Middletown Middle 15601 Ages 8-12 15702 Ages 10-15 Ballenger Creek Middle 15607 Ages 8-12 15703 Ages 10-15

8:00-9:30 am 9:45-11:15 am 5:30-7:00 pm 7:00-8:30 pm

8:00-9:30 am 9:45-11:15 am 5:30-7:00 pm 7:00-8:30 pm

Session V: July 16-July 20 Urbana Community Park 15599 Ages 8-12 15700 10-15 years Walkersville High 15605 Ages 8-12 15706 Ages 10-15

8:00-9:30 am 9:45-11:15 am

Session VI: July 23-July 27 Urbana Community Park 15604 Ages 8-12 15704 Ages 10-15 Walkersville High 15610 Ages 8-12 15707 Ages 10-15

8:00-9:30 am 9:45-11:15 am

5:30-7:00 pm 7:00-8:30 pm

5:30-7:00 pm 7:00-8:30 pm

Session III: July 2-July 6 (No camp on 7/4) Tuscarora High 15598 Ages 8-12 8:00-9:30 am 15699 Ages 10-15 9:45-11:15 am Linganore High 15608 Ages 8-12 5:30-7:00 pm 15709 Ages 10-15 7:00-8:30 pm

Session VII: July 30 - August 3 Oakdale High 15606 Ages 8-12 8:00-9:30 am 15711 Ages 10-15 9:45-11:15 am Middletown Middle 15597 Ages 8-12 5:30-7:00 pm 15698 Ages 10-15 7:00-8:30 pm

Session IV: July 9-July 13 Tuscarora High 15603 Ages 8-12 15705 Ages 10-15 Linganore High 15609 Ages 8-12 15710 Ages10-15

Session VIII: August 6-August 10 Oakdale High 15611 Ages 8-12 8:00-9:30 am 15712 Ages 10-15 9:45-11:15 am Middletown Middle 15612 Ages 8-12 5:30-7:00 pm 15713 Ages 10-15 7:00-8:30 pm

8:00-9:30 am 9:45-11:15 am 5:30-7:00 pm 7:00-8:30 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 15719 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Oakdale Rec Center 15721 M-F 9:00 am-Noon 15722 M-F 5:00-8:00 pm 15723 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Walkersville Rec Center 15724 M-F 9:00 am-Noon Centerville Rec Center 15720 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

7/9-7/13 7/9-7/13 7/9-7/13 7/16-7/20 6/25-6/29 7/30-8/3

“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 15725 M-F 5:00-8:00 pm 15726 M-F 9:00 am-Noon

7/16-7/20 7/23-7/27

“Go Get It” advanced Volleyball Development Clinic

This clinic is designed for those with high school or club ball experience. 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 15727 M-F 5:00-8:00 pm

7/23-7/27

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