Summer Camps 2011 Flyer

Update with over 20 NEW programs!

Recreation & Tourism

Summer Camps s, Roanoke County Park

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Program Guide

2 .........................page Overnight Camps...... ........................page 3 Full-Day Camps.........

5 l......................page 4oo ch es Pr n Fu er m m Su 5-8 ........................pages Summer Fun Youth....

8 ..........................page Summer Fun Teens..

10-13 es ag ..........................p Youth Athletics........

15 .........................page How to Register........

16 e ation.................pag Splash Valley Inform

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Roanoke

County Parks, Recreation and Tourism

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Overnight Camps for ages 8 to 17

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Since 1925, Camp Roanoke has provided overnight outdoor adventure experiences for youth! Learn more about these programs by visiting us at CampRoanoke.com or calling (540) 387-6114

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Camp Roanoke Explorer (Rising 3rd-5th Grades)

Want to create memories of a lifetime? Camp Roanoke’s Explorer program is geared towards campers entering grades 3 through 5, and provides a safe and fun residential experience for boys and girls in a pristine outdoor environment. Your days will be spent canoeing, hiking, rock wall climbing, playing field games, making arts and crafts, learning about the environment, shooting archery and many more exciting camp activities! Nightly events include; swimming, dancing, skit/talent performances, camp-fires, singing and star gazing. Pack your bags and the rest is on us (food, transportation and equipment). Sign-up as soon as possible as Explorer program is limited to 16 campers per one week session.

Grades

Runs

Dates

Days

Fee

3rd-5th

Weekly

June 12-Aug 12

Su-F

$405/week

Camp Roanoke Voyager (Rising 5th-7th Grades)

Looking for real summer adventure? Camp Roanoke’s Voyager program is an exciting co-ed residential experience that engages children, entering grades 5 through 7, in activities ranging from canoeing to rock wall climbing, venturing onto our low and high challenge courses, mountain boarding, archery and even real rock climbing. The campers will also have time for arts and crafts, environmental education, creeking, hiking and horseback riding. Get your registrations in soon because the Voyager program is limited to only 16 campers per week. Tuition includes all meals, lodging, activities, equipment and transportation.

Grades

Runs

Dates

Days

Fee

5th-7th

Weekly

June 12-Aug 12

Su-F

$435/week

Camp Roanoke Adventure (Rising 7th-9th Grades)

Are you ready for the best in summer excitement? Camp Roanoke’s Adventure program is designed to immerse campers, entering grades 7 through 9, into a total outdoor experience. Campers will initially be based at Camp Roanoke and embark upon new adventures daily! You will participate in a variety of activities to include: camping, rock climbing, kayaking, low and high course experience, mountain boarding, rock wall climbing, environmental education, traditional camp activities and more! Make sure to sign up quick because the Adventure program is limited to 12 campers. Remember your tuition includes all meals, lodging, equipment, activities and transportation.

Grades

Runs

Dates

Days

Fee

7th-9th

Weekly

June 12-Aug 12

Su-F

$465/week

Camp Roanoke Outpost (Rising 7th-11th Grades)

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New this summer! Camp Roanoke has added exciting activities for this high adventure program. Your child will enjoy activities such as backpacking, canoeing and rock climbing. Campers will also experience the climbing wall, the high and low ropes courses as well as outdoor skills and environmental education. All gear, food and transportation are included in the fee. Registration is limited 10 campers.

Grades

Runs

Dates

Days

Fee

7th-11th

Weekly

June 19-June 24

Su-F

$485

Camp Roanoke Trek (Rising 8th-12th Grades)

Join us on our trip to wild and wonderful West Virginia! Camp Roanoke’s Adventure Trek is an extreme experience not to be missed. Campers will begin their trip at Camp Roanoke going through the low and high challenge course as well as practicing to climb on our rock wall. They will then journey to West Virginia to experience tent style living, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, hiking and environmental education in the beautiful New River Gorge.

Space is limited to only 10 campers. Tuition includes all meals, camping fees, transportation and equipment.

Grades

Runs

Dates

Days

Fee

8th-12th

Weekly

July 24-July 29

Su-F

$525

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Want to learn more about Camp Roanoke?

Check out our camp map on page 15.

(540) 387-6078 ext. 0 • www.RoanokeCountyParks.com

Full Day

Full Day Specialty Camps

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Programs for ages 6 to 11

Camp Roanoke Discovery

Ages 5 - 11. Introduce your child to the outdoor camp experience, without having to stay overnight! Discovery participants will enjoy activities such as archery (ages 7 and up), arts and crafts, field games, leadership development, rock wall climbing, hiking, creeking, special events, a weekly field trip and much more! Included in the costs are a morning and afternoon snack, a delicious hot lunch and field trip fees. Free satellite transportation is available from Tanglewood Mall. .

Grades

Runs

Dates

Days

Fee

K-5th

9am-4pm

June 13-Aug 12

M-F

$200/week

Kids in Camp

Ages 5 - 11. Rising 1st to 5th graders will enjoy fantastic daily activities, including arts & crafts, cooking, games, swimming, daily field trips and much more. All field trips, activities and two daily snacks are included in weekly fee. Campers must bring a bag lunch. Energetic, experienced staff will lead children in a summer of F-U-N! A $25 deposit per child per week due at registration; balance due one week prior to the starting date of each camp week. All fees are non-refundable.

Nine weeks to choose from. Fee: $175 per week, per child.

Please call Jim Basham at 857-5036 for information or a registration packet.

Place

Dates

Day

Time

Course #

Penn Forest ES

Jun 13-Aug 12

M-F

7:30am-6:00pm

18059

Cave Spring ES

Jun 13-Aug 12

M-F

7:30am-6:00pm

18253

Green Ridge Summer Day Camp

Ages 5 - 11. Need something fun for your kid this summer?

Rising 1st to 5th graders will love our daily activities, including arts & crafts, cooking, games, trips, swimming, and much more each week. All activities and two daily snacks are included in weekly fee. Campers must bring a bag lunch, swimsuit, and towel for fun in the indoor pool. A $25 deposit per child per week due at registration; remaining balance will be scheduled payments with a credit card. All deposits are nonrefundable. Ten weeks to choose from. Fee: $175 per week, per child, or $150 for Green Ridge Members. New this year, registration is available online for this program.

Place

Dates

Day

Time

Course #

Green Ridge

Jun 13-Jun 17

M-F

7:30am-6:00pm

17936

Green Ridge

Jun 20-Jun 24

M-F

7:30am-6:00pm

17937

Green Ridge

Jun 27-Jul 1

M-F

7:30am-6:00pm

17938

Green Ridge

Jul 5-Jul8

Tu-F

7:30am-6:00pm

17939

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Jul 11-Jul 15 Jul 18-Jul 22 Jul 25-Jul 29 Aug 1-Aug 5 Aug 8-Aug 12 Aug 15-Aug 19

M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F

7:30am-6:00pm 7:30am-6:00pm 7:30am-6:00pm 7:30am-6:00pm 7:30am-6:00pm 7:30am-6:00pm

17940 17941 17942 17943 17944 17945

Need more convenience? Many of the half day programs throughout this publication are available as a full day camp! Simply drop your child off at the time and location of the half day camp selected, then pick them up at Green Ridge between 4:00pm and 6:00pm. Transportation is included where applicable. The afternoon will be filled with structured activities, swimming and games. Please register for the full day programs using the course numbers below, not the numbers listed later in this guide.

Specialty (Page #)

Ages

Dates

Course#

Basketball (p12)

6-12

Jun 20-24

18294

Fee $200

Volleyball (p13)

8-12

Jun 27-Jul1

18295

$175

Tennis (p 11)

7-12

Jun 27-Jul1

18296

$200

Archery (p 12)

8-12

Jul 11-15

18297

$175

Soccer (p 11)

6-12

Jul 11-15

18298

$200

Cheerleading (p 13)

6-12

Jul 18-22

18299

$175

Football (p 12)

6-12

Jul 18-22

18300

$200

Tennis (p 11)

7-12

Jul 25-29

18301

$200

Volleyball (p 13)

8-12

Jul 25-29

18303

$175

Archery (p 11)

8-12

Aug 1-5

18304

$175

Chem. Collisions (p 7)

6-10

Jun 13-17

18306

$175

Splash Camp (p 7)

6-12

Jun 13-17

18307

$200

Glee Camp (p 9)

10-12

Jun 20-24

18308

$200

Chess (p 9)

10-12

Jun 20-24

18309

$175

Mixed Media (p 9)

9-12

Jun 27-

18312

$175

Extreme Recess (p 8)

10-12

Jun 27-

18313

$175

Hip Hop Camp (p 9)

10-12

Jul 5-8

18314

$125

Planet Recreation (p 6)

6-10

Jul 5-8

18315

$150

Exergame (p 7)

6-10

Jul 11-15

18316

$175

So. of the Border (p 9)

6-10

Jul 11-15

18317

$175

Edible Art (p 6)

6-10

Jul 18-22

18320

$175

Trains, Planes, Auto

6-10

Jul 25-29

18321

$200

Glee Camp (p 9)

10-12

Jul 25-29

18322

$175

Splash Camp (p7)

6-12

Jul 25-29

18323

$175

Around The World (p 6)

6-10

Aug 1-5

18324

$175 $200

Horticulture (p 9)

10-12

Aug 1-5

18325

Ooey Gooey (p 5)

6-8

Aug 1-5

18326

$175

Kid Fit (p 6)

6-10

Aug 1-5

18327

$175

Exergame (p 7)

6-10

Aug 8-12

18328

$175

Building Blocks (p 7)

6-9

Aug 8-12

18329

$200

Splash Camp (p 7)

6-12

Aug 8-12

18330

$175

Hip Hop Camp (p 9)

10-12

Aug 8-12

18331

$175

Sports Galore (p 13)

10-12

Aug 8-12

18335

$175

Road Trip (p 6)

6-8

Aug 15-19

18336

$175

Crime Scene Inv. (p 6)

6-10

Aug 15-19

18337

$175

Chemistry (p 7)

6-14

Aug 15-19

18338

$150

Did you know? Most of the programs on this page are eligible for credit on your 2011 income tax return. Ask a staff member how!

(540) 387-6078 ext. 0 • www.RoanokeCountyParks.com

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Mini-camp programs for ages 3 to 5

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Summer Fun To Infinity & Beyond

Ages 3 - 5. Join Buzz and Woody as we create our own adventures. Kids will have a blast playing Toy Story themed games and activities like Buzz Tag and Woody Says! Kids will take home their favorite character at the end of the camp. Fee: $75.

Ages 3 - 5. This is the opportunity for our young preschool children to experience water safety and swimming skills through a series of fun and interactive activities. Children will have a group swimming lesson, crafts, water safety lesson, and exploratory play in a structured environment led by certified Water Safety Instructors. Children must be potty-trained to participate. Fee: $62 for 5-day program and $52 for 4-day.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 13-17

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18130

Jun 27-29

M-W

1:00pm-4:00pm

Green Ridge

17947

Jul 5-8

Tu-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18131

Jul 25-29

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18132

What’s the Weather?

Ages 3 - 5. Rain, Snow, Sleet, or Ice! Let’s explore what the weather does and learn about the water cycle.

Children will have fun and learn lots about earth science through fun and educational activities. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 20-22

M-W

1:00pm-4:00pm

Green Ridge

17946

Fairytales Come to Life

Ages 3 - 5. Come with us to a far away land! Become a fairytale princess or queen. Dress in royal costumes, read classic fairy tales, and lots more! Everyone will receive a jeweled crown to take home. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 27-29

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18003

Jun 20-22

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18013

Fun with Food

Ages 3 - 5. Play with your food! Make sure your kids come prepared to get messy in this fun camp that allows them to play with food and learn about healthy treats.

Please let Tammy (777-6300) know of any food allergies when registering. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 5-7

Tu-Th

1:00pm-4:00pm

Green Ridge

17948

Creative Kids

Ages 3 - 5. Be prepared to get a little messy and get creative! Kids will have a blast playing and creating art through mixed media. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-20

M-W

1:00pm-4:00pm

Green Ridge

17950

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Little Dippers Aquatic Camp

Bob’s Construction Zone

Ages 3 - 5. Can we build it? Yes we can! Learn about construction trucks and tools this week. Create cities in the sand using construction blocks, diggers, bulldozers and dump trucks. Children will enjoy reading the story of the three pigs. Every child will receive a toy construction truck to take home. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-20

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18049

Jul 11-13

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18056

Creepy Crawly Critters

Ages 3 - 5. Bzzzz! Come explore the world of bugs.

Children will go on a bug hunt, and read stories about insects. Learn about earthworms, catch butterfliesand grouchy lady bugs. Crafts include very hungry caterpillars and butterflies, grouchy ladybugs. Every child receives a toy bug to take home. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 11-13

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18023

Jun 27-29

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18038

Hawaiian Luau

Ages 3 - 5. Come enjoy the sun and sand on our Hawaiian vacation! Children will enjoy sand and water play, explore seashells and make waves. Create Leis and grass skirts, and help build a working volcano. Each child receives a beachball to take home. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 20-22

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18021

Aug 8-10

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18018

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Pirate Adventure

Ages 3 - 5. Ahoy mates! Join us this week for some pirate fun! Dress up like a pirate, make treasure chests, and dig in the sand for buried treasure. Enjoy outdoor water play. make swords, and create and race your own pirate ship. Every child receives a pirate hat to take home. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 25-27

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18059

Jul 18-20

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18062

Space Station Camp

Ages 3 - 5. Five.. Four... Three... Two... One... Blast off! In this camp we will explore outer space and learn about rockets,astronauts, stars and planets. We’ll paint a moon landscape, build friendly aliens, investigate Mars mud and make delicious astronaut treats! Take home an alien, rocket ship or astronaut figurine. Instructor: Christina Fisher. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 25-27

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18063

Aug 1-3

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18066

Dinosaur Stomp

Ages 3 - 5. Chomp! Stomp! Romp! Enter the time machine and go back in time to when ferocious dinosaurs walked the earth. Make dinosaur footprints, dig for dinosaur bones and lots more! Every child receives a dinosaur to take home! Fee: $75.

Summer Fun Half-day programs for ages 5 to 8

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Princess Camp

Ages 5 - 8. Hear ye! Hear ye! All princesses are cordially invited to the royal ball! We’ll make princess tea cakes, crowns, wands and more to get ready for the big day. Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 13-17

M-F

1:00pm-3:00pm

Brambleton

18245

Drawing & Painting Camp

Ages 5 - 8. Learn how to sketch, learn various drawing exercises and use different drawing materials. Students will also paint with watercolors and experiment with various watercolor techniques. Oil pastels, tempera paints and chalk will also be used. Instructor: Debbie Harris. Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 13-17

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18127

Jun 27-Jul 1

M-F

2:00pm-4:00pm

Brambleton

18257

Craft Camp

Ages 5 - 8. Spend the week creating all sorts of keepsakes to give as gifts or for decorating your room at home! Make a decorative pencil cup, a mirror mosaic, painted t-shirts, paper mache and much more. Instructor: Debbie Harris. Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 1-3

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18067

Jun 20-24

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18128

Aug 8-10

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18068

Jun 20-24

M-F

2:00pm-4:00pm

Brambleton

18155

Princess Tea Party

Ages 3 - 5. Come play with Belle, Cinderella, Ariel and more in this fun camp! Girls will be able to play dressup, learn princess manners, and participate in princess activities. All girls will go home with their own tiara.

Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 1-3

M-W

1:00pm-4:00pm

Green Ridge

17951

Advanced Mixed Media Camp

Ages 5 - 8. Spend a week working with all kinds of art materials. Be creative using paint, chalk pastels, paper mache, pencils, making collages, tie-dye t-shirts and more! Fee: $70 Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 27-Jul 1

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18129

Jul 18-22

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18262

Ooey, Gooey, and Slimey Too

Ages 5 - 8. Get ready for a wacky week of icky, sticky, ooey, gooey creations! Be ready to make a mess and have some fun. Physical games and activities will be included as well. Be sure to wear old clothes. Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 11-15

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18247

Aug 1-5

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18251

Spend & Save

If your family spe nds over $1,000 on Summer Camp programs, you ’re eligible for discou nts of up to 15% off! See page 14.

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Summer Fun Half-day programs for ages 5 to 12

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You Animal!

Ages 5 - 8. Bring out the animal inside you! Spend the week creating animals out of just about anything you can imagine; food, paper, clay and more. Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 5-8

Tu-F

10:00am-12:30pm

Brambleton

18254

Crazy Face Creations

Ages 5 - 9. What kinda face is that? Create faces out of all kinds of materials such as clay, paper, dough, paper mache, paint and more. Make them happy, make them sad, make them silly, make them mad. Let your creativity be in control. Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 5-8

Tu-F

2:00pm-4:30pm

Brambleton

18170

Kids in the Kitchen

Ages: 5-8. Put on your chefs hat and get out those measuring cups and mixing bowls! Join us in the kitchen learning how to make easy to prepare meals, healthy snacks and many more yummy treats. Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 25-29

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18250

Jul 25-29

M-F

2:00pm-4:00pm

Brambleton

18258

Road Trip

Ages 5 - 8. Pack your bags and get ready for an adventure that will take you through the USA and around the world! Learn about unique locations, plus customs and traditions from around the world. Get ready for a whirlwind of excitement! Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 11-14

M-Th

2:00pm-4:30pm

Brambleton

18252

Aug 15-19

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18246

Planet Savers Camp

Ages 5 - 8. Be creative and help the environment at the same time. All of our crafts will be from recycled materials. Make a difference while having fun with crafts, playing games & more! Fee: $70.

Crime Scene Investigation Camp

Ages 6 - 10. Everyday a new mystery! Kids will become sleuths in this fun camp about solving various crimes here at Green Ridge through scientific and logical methods. Supplies included. Fee: $100.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 15-19

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18172

Planet Recreation

Ages 6 - 10. What games do kids in other parts of the world play? Come learn new games in this fun camp and learn about other cultures. You might come away learning a new favorite game! Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 5-8

Tu-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18163

Kid Fit Camp

Ages 6 - 10. Kids will learn the importance of regular exercise and proper nutrition in this camp. Please come prepared to play in proper attire and shoes. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 1-5

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18169

Edible Art Camp

Ages 6 - 10. Art that you can eat and eat while you are making? Their little masterpieces look good not only because they are amazing works of art but also they are yummy to eat! Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-22

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18166

Around the World Camp

Ages 6 - 10. Egypt, China, Australia! Travel around the world through games, activities and of course food.

Experience different cultures and traditions. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 1-5

M-F

8:30am-12:30pm

Green Ridge

18168

Multi Media Camp

Ages 6 - 8. Spend the week using different types of artistic styles to create collage cities, recycled sculptures, Raggedy Ann and Andy drawing, Eric Carle inspired art and much more. Fee: $70

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 8-12

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18263

Jul 11-15

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Craig Center

18504

Trains, Planes, & Automobiles

Ages 6 - 10. Investigate different modes of transportation and their histories in this fun camp for vehicle enthusiasts! Kids will also visit The Virginia Museum of Transportation. Fee: $90.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 25-29

M-F

8:30am-12:30pm

Green Ridge

18167

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Math Art

Ages 9 - 12. Have fun creating works of art and using math at the same time. Projects will include string art, shading geometric shapes, drawing in 1 and 2 point perspective and much more. All lessons will include patterns or the use of rulers. Fere: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-22

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Craig Center

18505

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Building Blocks Camp

Ages 5 - 9. Build something cool this summer! Work on several Lego projects this week using kits and imagination to create Lego Masterpieces! Take home a CD of memories & Lego memorabilia. Fee: $85.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 8-12

M-F

8:30am-12:30pm

Green Ridge

18170

Puzzle Solvers

Ages 9 - 12. Did that really happen? How do they do that? Find out the answers to these questions and many more while you try to prove if it’s a myth or if it’s real.

Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 8-12

M-F

2:00pm-4:00pm

Brambleton

18264

Exergame Camp

Ages 6 - 10. Video Games for Exercise? Kids will have a blast challenging themselves and each other with active video gaming. A whole camp devoted to Wii, Kinect, Makoto and more! Last day of the camp will be a day of tournaments with prizes for all! Fee: $75.

Super Soakers Camp

Ages 6 - 12. Get ready to experience WATER! Participants will be transported to different areas in Roanoke and New River Valley to become exposed to different types of aquatic environments. Trips may include Smith Mountain lake, New River, and of course SPLASH VALLEY! Activities will include swimming, tubing, snorkeling, and water safety. Participants should have passed Level 2 swimming class. Please call 777-6303 for registration information. Fee: $140.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 5-Jul 8

Tu-F

9:00am-4:00pm

Green Ridge

18136

Aug 16-19

Tu-F

9:00am-4:00pm

Green Ridge

18137

Splash Camp

Ages 6 - 12. This is your chance to experience all the aquatics features Roanoke County has to offer. Camp participants will spend time enjoying both our indoor and outdoor water parks, water games, crafts, and activities under the direct supervision of our Ellis certified lifeguard staff. Camp is open to children ages 6 to 12 yrs. old. Participants should be comfortable in the water and life jackets are provided. Fee: $90.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 11-15

M-F

8:30am-12:30pm

Green Ridge

18164

Jun 13-17

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18133

Aug 8-12

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18171

Jul 25-29

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18134

Aug 8-12

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18135

Just for Girls Camp

Ages 9-12. Calling all girls! Come spend the week creating jewelry, making crafts, doing face painting, making a hand sewn pillow, making edible food art, making natural body lotion and more. What fun! Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 1-5

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18261

Camp American Girls

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Ages 6-12. Bring your American Girl doll (or favorite doll) to summer camp! Each day we will have a new theme for you and your doll. Over the course of the week we’ll have an American Doll day at the beach, a birthday party, a fashion party, and a slumber party. We will make art projects for both the dolls and the girls as we paint, stamp, sculpt, collage and draw. Take home projects each day. Bring your favorite doll and come to play! Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course#

Jul 18-22

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18734

Ceramics Camp

Ages 9 - 12. Spend the week getting your hands dirty working with clay! Lessons will include pinch pots, pencil holder, tea cup, slab bowl, dragon sculpture and much more. Projects will be glazed or painted. Fee: $80 Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 27-Jul 1

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Craig Center

18386

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Cake and Candy Camp

Ages 9-12. Do you want to be the next Ace of Cakes?

Learn basic cake decorating techniques and make an assortment of candies as well. Be prepared for a fun week of cake and candy making that you can share with your family and friends. Each participant will receive their very own cake decorating set. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-21

M-Th

10:00am-12:30pm

Brambleton

18248

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Bieber Fever!

Ages 6-12. If you’ve got that Bieber Fever then this camp is the one for you! Learn choreography from to your favorite Justin Bieber songs! You will also get the chance to create your own Justin Bieber t-shirts and sport that Bieber Fever everywhere you go! Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course#

Jul 11-15

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18733

Chemistry Collisions

Ages 6-14. Create gooey silly putty, make the nastiest slime you can, and much more! Each day your child will bring home two very cool experiments. Fee: $75.

Ages

Date

Day

Time

Place

6-10

Jun 13-17

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

Course# 17930

9-14

Aug 15-19

M-F

8:30am-12:30pm

Green Ridge

18177

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Camp Rec

Ages 8-11. This is a full day camp that combines the best of both worlds here in Roanoke....Camp Roanoke and Green Ridge Recreation Center. Each morning during the week you’ll ride the bus from Green Ridge to Camp Roanoke where you will have the opportunity to experience the outdoor camp experience - archery, rock wall climbing, hiking and field games. Each afternoon, you’ll spend at Green Ridge taking advantage of everything that it has to offer - even Splash Valley!

Please pack a lunch each day, snacks will be provided.

Fee: $200.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course#

Aug 15-19

M-F

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

18715

Drawing Camp

Ages 9 - 13. Learn how to draw still life, landscape and figure drawing. Lessons will teach students how to solve drawing problems such as outlining, perspective and shading.. Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 25-29

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Craig Center

18506

Sculpture Camp

Ages 9 - 12. Explore the world of sculpture by creating art projects using paper mache, plaster, clay and more.

Lessons will include abstract and realistic sculptures.

Imagination and innovation strongly encouraged. Fee: $80.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 13-17

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Craig Center

18384

Ages 6-17. Let June Bug take you on a wildly entertaining trip through Alice’s looking glass to the beat of a hip-hopping soundtrack by Bill Francoeur.

This silly adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s Through the Looking Glass depicts the coming-of-age story with fun twists and music audiences of all ages will adore.

You’ll recognize some of your favorite characters of Wonderland and meet dozens of new ones along Alice’s journey. As a pawn from the second square of the chessboard, Alice must travel to the eighth square to accomplish her goal of becoming a queen. Each step of her passage brings her face to face with new characters and adventures as well as celebrations when she achieves each aspiration. Like all KIDSTOCK CAMPS, this begins on Monday and ends Friday with an evening performance. The week is filled with acting, singing, dancing, workshops and more. Fee: $125.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course#

Jun 20-24

M-F

9:00am-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18374

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Music Medley

Ages 8-12. This camp is a great way to get introduced to all the instuments need to become a rock star! Students age 8-12 get a taste of guitar, bass, keyboards, drums and vocals....all the things you need to start your own band.Previous music experience welcome but not necessary. Participants may bring their own instruments, if they have them (optional). Topics also include songwriting, making audio recordings, and making music videos. Instructor: Randolph Walker.

Fee: $90.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course#

Aug 1-5

M-F

1:00am-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18768

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Colonial Crafts Camp

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Extreme Recess Camp

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KidStock Theater Camp

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Ages 6 - 14. Ever wish there was a camp that was play the entire time? This is it! The extreme recess camp will keep your kids busy with high energy activities like four square, dodgeball, capture the flag. and more!

Be prepared to play with proper gym attire. Fee: $55.

Ages

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course#

10-14

Jun 27-Jul 1

M-F

1:00-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18184

Outdoor Extreme Recess

Ages 6-10. All your favorite games from recess wrapped into one awesome week of camp. Spend the week at Waldrond park playing all the best outdoor recess games....they’ll even been messy water games one day! Come ready to play and bring a water bottle - you’ll need it. In case of inclement weather, the camp will meet at Green Ridge Recreation Center. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course#

Jul 11-15

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm

Walrond

18690

Ages 9 - 12. Take a trip back in time to the colonial era and have fun making crafts along the way. Spend the week learning embroidery, making a quilted pillow, a corn husk doll and a clay cup. Fee: $70.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 20-24

M-F

10:00am-12:00pm

Craig Center

18386

Around the World Cuisine Camp

New!

Ages 8 - 17. Travel with us on a food journey of culinary delight! Everyday we will visit a new destination of food. June 20-24, we will visit Italy, India, Asia, French, and American popular food choices.

July 11-15, culinary visits will include Mexico, Middle East, Germany, Greece, and USA. All classes are at Foodies. Fee: $130 Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 20-24

M-F

11:00am-1:00pm

Foodies

18642

Jul 11-15

M-F

11:00am-1:00pm

Foodies

18643

KidSign Camp

Ages 9 - 13. Have fun as you learn signs through interesting games and sign language activities. Enjoy two silent field trips; learn finger spelling, a large sign vocabulary and fun activities. Program fee: $75.

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Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 1-5

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

18083

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Summer Fun Programs for ages 10 to 17

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Glee Club Camp

Ages 10 - 16. Don’t Stop Believin’ what a star you can be! A twist off of one of the year’s hottest show, Glee.

Teens will sing and move to hit songs with a performance the last day to family and friends. Fee: $85.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 20-24

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18173

Jul 25-29

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18176

Mixed Media Camp

Ages 9-14 Mix it up! Join us for a creative explosion!

We will use many mediums such as ceramic, paper, tshirts and more to create cool art projects. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 27-Jul 1

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18285

Hip-Hop Camp

Ages 10 - 17. Choreography and hip hop tunes combine! Moves taught will be straight from hot music videos on MTV and movies. Learn the latest and the greatest routines.. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 5-8

Tu-F

8:30am-12:30pm

Green Ridge

18182

Aug 9-12

Tu-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18185

Horticulture Camp

Ages 10 - 14. Nitrogen Deficiency? Soil pH? Learn about plant nutrition, growing zones, and growing herbs and flowers for your own planter garden. All materials will be included in the fee. Fee: $100.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 1-5

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18191

Cake Decorating Camp

Ages 11 - 17. Fondant it! Learn how to decorate cakes, cupcakes, and cookies using various tips and styles.

Take away your creations in this fun class. The week concludes with a cake decorating contest. All materials will be included in the fee. Fee: $100.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 25-29

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18190

Babysitting Camp

Ages 11 - 16. Learn First Aid and CPR for adult, child, and infant as well as games and activities to do with children while babysitting. Fee: $85.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 11-15

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18187

Clothing Designer Camp

Ages 12 - 16. Put together your ensemble in this fun camp. At the end of the camp we will put on a runway show to model your creations. Please bring a portable sewing machine with you. All other materials will be included in the fee. Fee: $100.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-22

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18189

Teen Travel Camps

Ages 11 - 17. Get off the sofa this summer and give the video games a break! Travel with us to a different exciting destination every day. Fee:$195.

• Week of June 13-17 - Travel to Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Natural Bridge Caverns, Douthat State Park, Peaks of Otter and Fairystone State Park.

• Week of June 27-July 1 - Travel to Hungry Mother State Park, Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Fairystone State Park, Peaks of Otter, and Splash Valley • Week of August 1-5 - Travel to Claytor Lake State Park, Peaks of Otter, Roaring Run Falls, Fairystone State Park, and Splash Valley.

Date

Day

Time

Depart From

Course #

Jun 13-17

M-F

9:00am-4:00pm

Brambleton

17782

Jun 27-Jul 1

M-F

8:00am-4:00pm

Brambleton

17783

Aug 1-5

M-F

9:00am-4:00pm

Brambleton

17784

Day at Skelton 4-H Camp for Teens

Ages 11 - 17. Join us as we head to the Skelton 4-H Center each day. You will participate in many exciting activities like horseback riding, canoeing, riflery, and swimming just to name a few! Lunch, transportation and equipment are all included in this program. Fee: $195.

Date

Day

Time

Depart From

Course #

Jun 20-24

M-F

9:00am-4:00pm

Brambleton

17786

South of the Border Camp

Ages 10 - 14. Food, language and fun! Join us as we ‘travel’ south of the border and learn some of the language and culture of the Latino nations. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 11-15

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18188

Fit Camp for Teens

Ages 13 - 17. Cycle, step, nutrition oh my! Teens will learn the moves of several of our most popular group exercise classes as well as learn about healthy eating choices. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 5-8

Tu-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18183

Chess Camp

Ages 10 - 17. Rook, King, Queen. Learn how to play chess and strategies to outwit your opponent. Thursday and Friday, teens will face off in matches against each other. Fee: $60.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 20-24

M-F

8:30am-12:30pm

Green Ridge

18186

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Ceramic Camp for Teens

Ages 10-16. Love to paint? Create your own beautiful ceramic pieces for you to make for yourself or as a gift.

This camp is all about paint, so please come prepared to get messy. Pieces will be fired in the kiln on Friday and will be able to be picked up on Monday after the camp at Green Ridge. Fee: $125.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course#

Jul 5-8

Tu-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18673

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Half-day programs for ages 6 to 17

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Golf Camp for Little Chippers

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Golf Camp at 1st Tee

Ages 8-12. Do you want your child to learn a sport they will be able to play for the rest of their life? If so, send them to a weeklong camp led by Golf Professionals from the 1st Tee where they will learn the proper fundamentals needed to begin playing golf. The first three days of the camp will focus on learning the basic club grip, swing, putting, chipping, golf etiquette, and life skills. The last day campers will have the opportunity to compete for special awards and prizes. Campers are required to bring their own age appropriate equipment to camp. A limited number of loaner clubs are available at no charge. Fee: $125 Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 20- Jul 18

M

5:30pm-7:30pm

1st Tee Roanoke

17973

Jul 11-Aug 8

M

9:30am-11:30am

1st Tee Roanoke

18244

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Ages 5-7. Does your child wonder where your husband goes every Saturday morning or would you like your child to learn a sport they will be able to play for the rest of their life? If so, send them to a series of weekly one day clinics led by PGA Golf professionals from local golf courses where they will learn the proper fundamentals needed to begin playing golf. The clinics will focus on learning the grip, swing, putting, chipping, golf etiquette, and life skills. Campers are required to bring their own age appropriate equipment to camp. A limited number of prearranged loaner sets are available for free by contacting the Parks and Recreation Department. Fee: $45.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 17-Jul 22

F

9:00am-9:45am

1st Tee Roanoke

17970

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Golf Camp at Ashley Plantation

Ages 9 - 12. Developed by Ashley Plantation PGA Professional Jeff Sprinkle, Ashley Plantations junior golf camp is a golf experience unlike any other. Each participant will receive 12 hours of professional group instruction using some of the latest technology to get your junior golfer off on the right foot. Friday is truly a special day when campers get the opportunity to take their skills to the course for what may be their first ever round of golf followed by an awards cookout. Parents are encouraged to attend the Friday session and complimentary carts will be provided for spectators. Each camper will also receive a camp group picture, PGA Junior Membership, Rules of Golf booklet, and reduced green fees for future play. Fee: $150.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-21

M-Th

8:00am-11:00am

Ashley Plantation

17985

Golf Camp at Blue Hills Golf Course

Ages 7 - 13. Let your son or daugther learn the exciting game of golf from PGA Professionals from Blue Hills Golf Course. Camp instruction to include: Putting, Pitching, Chipping, Bunker Play, Full Swing, and Course Etiquette. Campers will play a couple of holes on the golf course with the instructors the last day of the clinic. The first two days will be conducted on the driving range and putting greens. Campers must provide their own age appropriate equipment. I limited number of loaner sets are available by contacting Roanoke County Parks and Recreation.. Fee: $69 Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 14-16

Tu-Th

8:00am-10:00

Blue Hills

18571

Golf Camp for Girls Only!

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Ages 6-12. Does your daughter or granddaughter want to tag along when you go play golf or are you looking to find something that you can do for several years together? If so, allow LPGA Professionals from 1st Tee of Roanoke to spend the week teaching her the grip, basic swing, putting, chipping, golf etiquette, and life skills.

The last day campers will have the opportunity to compete for special awards and prizes. Campers are required to bring their own age appropriate equipment to camp. A limited number of prearranged loaner sets are available by request. Fee: $100.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 21-23

Tu-Th

9:30am-12:30pm

Golf Course

17972

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Tennis Camp

Ages 7 - 14. This fun and exciting camp is great for all levels of junior players who are looking to get started in tennis or develop their young games. The camp is lead by 11-1 Inc., a collection of area college coaches and players who will instruct campers on the basics of the tennis stroke, court positioning and scoring system.

Registration is limited to allow for adequate court time and personalized instruction for all participants. This program is perfect for improving children’s coordination, agility, and fitness. Fee: $125.

Soccer Camp for Little Strikers

Ages 4 - 6. A budding soccer player in the family?

This camp will help children develop the basic soccer skills (kicking, trapping, running and agility) that are needed to participate in organized soccer.

The camp is led by 11-1 Inc., a collection of area college coaches who format their camps based on the National Soccer Coaches Association of America’s developmental guidelines, which focus on the fundamentals in a fun and safe atmosphere. Fee: $89.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 13-16

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Garst Mill

18027

Jun 20-23

M-Th

9:00am-11:00am

Bonsack ES

18006

Jun 27-30

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Walrond Park

18029

Jun 27-30

M-Th

9:00am-11:00am

Cave Spr MS

18007

Jul 11-14

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Darrell Shell

18030

Jul 11-14

M-Th

9:00am-11:00am

Burlington ES

18008

Jul 18-21

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Garst Mill

18028

Jul 25-28

M-Th

9:00am-11:00am

Hidden Val MS

18009

Aug 8-11

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Darrell Shell

18033

Soccer Camp

Tennis Camp for Teens

Ages 12 - 17. An aspiring tennis player in the family?

If so, this camp is the perfect opportunity for them to learn or improve their game with instruction from current and former college coaches and players. This program is perfect for past tennis campers who are looking to polish their skills or learn a sport to last a lifetime.

Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 1-4

M-Th

5:30pm-7:30pm

Hidden Val HS

18041

Tennis Camp for Tots

Ages 4 - 7. A similar program to our popular youth tennis camp yet designed specifically for youth with little or no previous tennis experience. Fee: $50.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 27-30

M-Th

6:00pm-7:30pm

Walrond Park

18034

Jul 11-14

M-Th

6:00pm-7:30pm

Garst Mill Park

18039

Jul 25-28

M-Th

6:00pm-7:30pm

Darrell Shell

18040

Tennis Camp for Girls Only

Ages 7-12. Allow your daughter to experience a lifetime sport in an environment where she is comfortable with her peers. Led by Roanoke College Women’s Tennis Coach and Players, this program is sure to provide positive role models and instruction for young ladies.

Campers will be instructed on the basics of the tennis stroke, court positioning and scoring system. Registration is limited to allow for adequate court time and personalized instruction for all participants. Fee: $125.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 25-28

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Garst Mill

18042

Ages 6 - 14. For over nine years, Roanoke County’s most popular camp has helped hundreds of area youth expand their soccer skills. Led by area college and high school coaches and players, these camps are sure to help your child expand on the skills needed for organized soccer. The format is based on the National Soccer Coaches Association of America’s guidelines, focusing on the fundamentals in a fun and safe atmosphere. Fee: $125 for half day and $175 for full day.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 20-23

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Bonsack

17997

Jun 27-30

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Cave Spr MS

17998

Jul 11-14

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Burlington ES

17999

Jul 25-28

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Hidden Val MS

18000

Jun 27-30

M-Th

9:00am-4:00pm

Cave Spr MS

17991

Jul 25-28

M-Th

9:00am-4:00pm

Hidden Val MS

17996

Soccer Camp for Advanced Players

Ages 8 - 14. A dedicated soccer player in the family? This camp is the perfect opportunity for them to immerse themselves in soccer for a week. The camp will focus on the nuisances of the game with special attention paid to game strategy and advanced techniques. Each camper should have a solid understanding of the game and fundamentals. Minimum of three years of soccer experience required. Fee: $125 for half day and $175 for full day.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Jun 27-30

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Cave Spr MS

18014

Jun 27-30

M-Th

9:00am-4:00pm

Cave Spr MS

18012

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Half-day programs for ages 6 to 17

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Ages 6 - 8. A similar program to our very popular basketball camp yet designed specifically for children with limited or no previous basketball experience.

The camp will feature 75% basketball instruction and 25% organized non basketball play to ensure that campers are having a fun and active time. Fee: $75.

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Basketball Camp

Ages 6 - 11. Does your child love basketball or have aspirations to play middle school basketball? If so, we provide the perfect opportunity for them to spend a week with area varsity basketball teams honing the skills they will need to play organized basketball. Campers will be instructed on the basics of shooting, dribbling, and defending with special attention paid to proper fundamentals. This popular camp always fills up early so don’t delay with your registration. Please note, due to the popularity of the Hidden Valley location, a separate camp has been developed specifically for girls! Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Jun 13-16

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Hidden Val HS

16540

Jun 20-23

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Northside HS

18381

Basketball Camp for Girls Only!

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Ages 6 - 13. Are you looking for positive female role models for your daughter? If so, send your daughter to Roanoke County’s GIRLS ONLY basketball camp lead by an area varsity girls basketball coaching staff and several college and high school players. Campers will experience the same level of coaching as our popular basketball camp but in a comfortable environment where they can experience and learn the fundamentals of the game. Fee $50.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 20-22

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Hidden Valley HS

18512

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 13-16

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Hidden Val HS

17964

Archery Camp

Ages 8 - 14. This program is designed to open the world of archery to children in a safe and fun environment. The camps core content includes archery history, safety, technique, equipment, mental concentration, and self-improvement. All instructors are certified by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (VDGIF) and have undergone a certification program referred to as BAI, ‘Basic Archery Instructor.’ The program is the perfect opportunity to open the world of archery to children. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 11-13

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

17956

Aug 1-3

M-W

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

17957

Football Camp

Ages 6 - 12. Is your child ready for the fall football season or are you worried that they do not have the fundamental skills needed to play organized football? If so, send them to this weeklong camp led by area varsity football teams to work on their football skills. Campers will be instructed on the basics of football including position responsibilities and skills, game strategy, and proper techniques. This is a non contact camp and a perfect opportunity for youth to prepare for the upcoming football season. Fee: $50.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-21

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Northside HS

17968

Baseball Camp

Ages 6 - 12. Did your son enjoy the recreation baseball season but wanted it to never end? If so, we have the perfect camp that will allow them to spend a week with an area varsity baseball team improving their baseball skills. Each camper will be instructed on the basics of hitting, fielding, pitching and base running with special attention paid to proper fundamentals. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 20-23

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Hidden Val HS

17958

Softball Camp

Ages 6 - 12. Our youth softball camps are designed to teach fundamental softball skills in a fun and exciting environment. Campers will be instructed on the basics of hitting, infieliding, and base running with special attention paid to proper fundaments. Each camp is led by the Virginia Extreme Force travel softball coaches with numerous players from local middle and high schools acting as counselors for the week. Registration is limited to allow for a camper to staff ratio of 7:1. Fee: $50.

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Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 11-14

M-Th

6:00pm-8:00pm

Darrell Shell P

18016

Jul 18-21

M-Th

6:00pm-8:00pm

Northside HS

18015

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Cheer Camp

Ages 6 - 12. Let your daughter have a blast discovering what cheerleading is really all about. Your daughter will spend the week with an area high school cheerleading team to offer a four day cheerleading camp that will cover all aspects of cheering. Topics include jumps, tumbling, pom pom routines, yelling and safety with special attention paid to proper fundamentals.

Fee: $50.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-21

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

17967

Cheer Camp from Synergy Cheer

New!

Ages 7-12 Has your daughter already discovered cheerleading or knows she already loves it? If she has, let her experience the world of competitive cheerleading from the experienced staff at Synergy Cheer! Each participant will receive tumble, stunt and cheer training from some of the top teachers in the Roanoke Valley at the state of the art Synergy Cheer Gym. Regular $65.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 11-14

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Synergy Gym

18368

Lacrosse Camp

Ages 7 - 12. Does your child love sports but wants to try something new? If so, we have the perfect camp for them! Our youth lacrosse camp is a great place for any young lacrosse player to improve their skills, get great exercise, make new friends and most importantly to have fun! Our camps are designed to give players the opportunity to acquire the skills necessary to compete in lacrosse on a recreational level. Every aspect of the game is covered from rules to teaching your child the proper fundamentals and skills needed to become a valuable team player. The camp is “non contact’’ lacrosse so there is no need for pads. Helmets will be provided. Please bring a lacrosse stick. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-21

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Hidden Val MS

17987

Lacrosse Camp for Girls Only!

Ages 7 - 12. Is your daughter getting tired of the same old sports, year after year? If so, teach them the fastest growing sport in the nation, LACROSSE! This girls only camp is lead by area high school women’s lacrosse coaches who will teach your child every aspect of the game from rules to teaching your child the proper fundamentals and skills needed to become a valuable team player. Girls lacrosse is ‘’non contact’’ so there is no need for pads. Eye shields will be provided. Please bring a lacrosse stick. Fee: $50.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-21

M-Th

6:00pm-8:00pm

Hidden Val MS

17990

Volleyball Camp

Ages 8 - 13. Have a child who is interested in playing volleyball yet have no idea where to begin? If so, this camp is perfect for them. Each camper will be schooled on the basics of volleyball including passing, serving, setting, spiking, digging, blocking and court positioning from high school coaches. The camp is designed specifically to give beginner or intermediate level players the skills needed to try out for middle school and junior varsity volleyball. Fee: $75.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 27-30

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18044

Jul 25-28

M-Th

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

18046

Fencing Camp

Ages 12 - 17. En garde! This camp is designed to introduce complete beginners as well as further develop intermediates in modern Olympic-style Fencing. It will include a brief history of the sport and general sword use over time, specific stretching and drill work, regular instruction periods, and weekly fencing bouts with classmates and visiting instructors. Instructor: James A. Moser. Fee: $100.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jun 13-17

M-F

8:30am-12:30pm

Green Ridge

17934

Aug 15-19

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

17935

On-the-Go Sports Camp

Ages 11 - 17. Join us for a week of non-stop sports fun.

We will travel to all the popular sport spots with a cookout included on Thursday! This is a week destined for excitement! We will leave from the Brambleton Center each day. Fee: $165

July July July July July

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Putt-Putt

Go Carts

Bowling

Swimming Smith Mt. SP Salem Red Sox Game

12:30pm-3:30pm 12:30pm-3:30pm 12:30pm-3:30pm 11:00am-4:00pm 6:00pm-10:30pm

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Jul 18-22

M-F

12:30pm-3:30pm

Brambleton

17785

Sports Galore

Ages 10 - 14. Learn all the most popular games: tennis, badminton, volleyball, football, baseball, and basketball in this fun camp. We will take it outside to Green Hill Park on Thursday to have more space (meet at Green Ridge Recreation Center and we will transport in vans). Fee: $55.

Date

Day

Time

Place

Course #

Aug 8-12

M-F

1:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

18192

Simply scan this barcode with your smart phone and go directly to Roanoke County’s summer camp website!

Spend & Save

If your family spe nds over $1,000 on Summer Camp programs, you ’re eligible for discou nts of up to 15% off! See page 14.

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Spend & Save A new “per-household” summer camp discount

New!

If you have a multiple child household, or just sign up for many consecutive weeks of camp, your summer can be expensive.

That’s why we’re introducing a new discount for households spending $1,000 or more on summer camp programs with Roanoke County.

Per Household Discount: Spend $1,000 or more = 5% discount Spend $2,500 or more = 10% discount

How to Qualify: • To register, you must sign up by PHONE ONLY by calling (540) 387-6078 ext. 0.

• If you think your family qualifies, you must ASK specifically for the discount. Discounts will not be taken automatically.

• This offer is valid only on camps registered between April 12, 2011 and June 15, 2011.

Individuals who have registered at “Earlybird” rates have in most cases already received a discount equal-to or greater-than this offering.

• Your spending level is based on the total dollar amount spent per household.

• Only youth summer camp programs running between June 1, 2011 and September 1, 2011 qualify for this program. This offer may not be combined with ANY other recreation programs.

• This offer expires June 15, 2011

Simply scan this barcode with your smart phone and go directly to Roanoke County’s summer camp website!

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www.RoanokeCountyParks.com

Sign Me Up!

How to register for summer camp programs

Online:

Phone: Walk-in:

Log onto our website:

www.RoanokeCountyParks.com.

Click on the Register Online icon shown here. Type the course code of the camp you want in the search box. OR, click on the “Programs & Activities” tab, and select “CAMPS” at bottom left.

Online

Call us at (540) 387-6078 ext. 0 to register by phone. Phone registration is required for the “Spend & Save” discount.

Brambleton Center 3738 Brambleton Avenue 24018 Green Ridge Recreation Center 7415 Wood Haven Road 24019 Administrative Offices 1206 Kessler Mill Road 24153

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Splash

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A day at the beach, without the drive.

The weather is warming up, and the area’s most exciting aquatics destination opens for the season on Friday, May 27.

Enjoy the water slides, current river, sprayground and more for a low daily fee!

New this season, visit after 4:00pm on any day and pay reduced admission of $5 for Roanoke County residents or $7 for non-County visitors. Or save any time by purchasing a 15-punch pass at the gate.

Splash Valley is located just off Interstate 581, Exit 2N. Left on Valleypointe Parkway, then 0.7 miles.

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