Summer Camp Guide 2016

Lion Engage

Learn. Engage. Explore.

Middle School Summer Program

jserra.org/lionengage

WEEK ONE

Monday, July 11 - Friday, July 15

WEEK TWO

Monday, July 18 - Friday, July 22

1 Workshop: $250 | 2+ Workshops: $225 ea.

Business Law Film / TV: Sports Broadcasting

Studio Art: Creativity Workshop Theater Vocal Performance

Questions? Contact Brock Perkes: bperkes@jserra.org | (949) 493-9307 ext. 1011

2016 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

S

THE ULTIMATE

Starts Here

ummer is quickly approaching. June 9—that’s the last day of school for Capistrano Unified School Districts more than 54,000 students. Plan your child’s summer now. There’s nine weeks of break to fill with as much fun, learning and action as possible. The earlier you register the better, many camps fill up quickly!

Local summertime options offering youngsters a camp to spark their every interest and fulfill their every dream are seemingly endless. If it seems a bit overwhelming, take a breath. We are at your service.

The pages of our annual Summer Camp Guide are filled with information to help

you—and your child—plan the ultimate summer.

We’ve got the lowdown on a wide variety of camps throughout Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano.

Whether you are looking for an academic, spiritual, culinary, athletic or artistic option, our guide has got you covered. Do you need a half-day, full-day or simply an hour-long activity? We’ve got that too.

Here, you’ll find all you need to plan a summer that will ensure your child has an adventure-packed break that will leave them restored, reenergized and ready to tackle another academic year.

2016 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

TEE TIME Regional summer golf camps par to none

I

t’s tee time. Looking for an additional player to round out your foursome? With summer golf camps for even the youngest of players, your child could soon be on par with your play. Courses throughout the tri-city area offer kid-specific programs with age-appropriate lessons to help young golfers hone in on their putting, driving and birdie-making skills. These camps offer full- and half-day options for players of all ages and skill levels. Check them out and get ready to tee off with your tots in tow.

swings, the instruction team at Bella Collina San Clemente is dedicated to the success of young golfers. This fun, educational summer camp—running June 20 through August 12 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.—includes fun-filled activities, games and on-course play designed to help kids 5 an up both on and off the course. Golf clubs, snack and lunch provided. Visit www.bellacollinasanclemente.com for more.

Tiny Tees Golf Summer Camp

Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to noon, kids from 8 to 16, are invited to take lessons with PGA professional Larry Brotherton at San Juan Hills Golf Club.

The camps are a 6 to 1, student to pro ratio, working on grips, stance, posture, alignment, full-swing, putting, chipping and more. Cost is $175 per week with camps running all summer long. For more information and to register, call Larry Brotherton at (949) 280-7506.

Children ages 3 to 13 learn all aspects of the game at this Talega Golf Club-located camp.

Here, campers go over the fundamentals and perfect their putting, chipping, pitching and full swing while learning the rules and etiquette of course play. Camps are held in two sessions—July 11 to July 15 and August 8 to August 12—with a half-day option running from 8 a.m. to noon and a full-day camp from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. that includes lunch. Find out more at www.tinyteesgolf. com.

Kids Summer Golf Camp Whether looking to perfect their golf game or just beginning to learn the ins, outs and

Junior Summer Golf Camp

Check the websites for Monarch Beach Golf Links, San Clemente Municipal Golf Course and Shorecliffs Golf Club at www. monarchbeachgolf.com, www.sanclementegc.com and www.shorecliffsgolfclub. com, respectively for updates on junior tee times and summer programming.

Hit the Road An educational survival guide for your next family road trip

Summers are made for road trips. On-the-road getaways are not only a wallet-friendly means of travel, but also family-friendly escape that keeps everyone together. Before you jam everyone into the car for fun-filled summer adventures, here are a few tips, games and tricks to make your road trip entertaining and educational.

Involve everyone in planning your trip.

Get minds moving on the road.

Kick back, embark on a listening adventure.

Whether your family is heading up the coast to Big Sur, cruising to Lake Tahoe or are loading up for a camping trip in Joshua Tree, involve your children in the planning process. Silence Siri and put the navigational system away. Instead, buy a paper map and plot your course. Research places to stop and explore along the way—maybe a hike at Mono Craters en route to Tahoe or a visit to the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery outside San Simeon on your trip north.

Exploration isn’t exclusive outside the car. Load up your car-game arsenal and use driving time for creative, interactive games. Go through the alphabet. For this game, pick a category such as fruits, cities or sports teams. Then take turns coming up with items starting with that letter. Play the license plate game. Keep your eyes set on passing cars. Try to find all 50 states. Ever wonder where other cars are going? Pick a car and craft a story of their travels. Let imaginations run wild.

It’s inevitable. At some point in the trip, the miles will seem endless. Help beat the road-trip lull with an audiobook. The miles are guaranteed to fly by. You could opt for a family-friendly classic adventure novel like Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island or Douglas Adams’ science-fiction comedy The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. Whatever you choose, enjoy the journey where your family will be transported to far-off lands for a new adventure together.

2016 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

Summer is a time for exploration.

This season, indulge your child’s interests by enrolling them in camps that will make sure they stay physically active, mentally sharp and creatively challenged.

949 VOLLEYBALL

City Camps for All Quintessential summers are made of fun and adventure. This year, check out tri-city camp offerings from the cities of Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano to connect kids with their communities.

O

fferings include outdoor active adventures, performing arts, aquatic or culinary enrichment programs to help local kids build friendships and create lifelong memories while embarking on a new journey.

Magic of Musical Theatre Camp (ages 8 to 13), Clay Camp for Youth & Teens (ages 8 to 17) and Irish Soccer Camp (ages 4 to 12). For more information on these and other camps contact the City of Dana Point at 949.248.3530 or www.danapoint.org.

Action Adventures

Mad Science Camp

Action Adventures full- and half-day camps for kids ages 6 to 13 are packed with outdoor games, sports, creative arts, swimming and more. Camps run Monday to Friday from June 13 through August 12 with rotating themes and field trips throughout Southern California. www.san-clemente.org.

Mad Science Camp takes young thinkers ages 5 to 12 on a scientific exploration of a mad scientist’s lab. Camp is offered Monday through Friday with four different themes, including: chemistry lab, scientist’s lab, robotics lab and secret agent lab.

Cost is between $150 and $179. www.san-clemente.org.

Ballet Folklorico Ballet Folklorico provides a low-cost opportunity for participants ages 7 to 18 to build self-esteem, work in teams, learn about cultural diversity and interact with students from schools across San Juan Capistrano. Dance lessons are offered bi-weekly on a year-round basis. www.sanjuancapistrano.org.

In just 6 years, 949 Volleyball Club has earned eight Junior Olympic Volleyball medals and has four National Championships of their own. At 949 Volleyball Club, our goal is to teach beginning players the game’s fundamentals and to prepare juniors and seniors for NCAA-level competition. The club promotes sportsmanlike behavior both on and off the court. With each player, we instill the values of integrity, dedication and hard work all while having fun and learning to play the game. Space is limited. Be sure to register early. 32701 Calle Perfecto, San Juan Capistrano, 949.374.2890, www.949vb. com, Justin@949vb.com.

ACTING ACADEMY FOR KIDS

Summer Performing Arts Camps serving ages 4 to 13. Campers are guided through a full theater immersion experience via four daily classes—music, art, acting and dance.

The culminating event will be a Friday performance on the main stage at Camino Real Playhouse and the Cabrillo Playhouse.

Summer Camp Palooza

Art, Musical Theatre & Sports

The city of San Clemente is also hosting its annual Summer Camp Palooza—a one-day summer-camp extravaganza where parents and children can meet with instructors, explore more than 300 camp options and receive a discounted early-bird rate when registering. The event will be held April 30 from noon to 4 p.m. at the San Clemente Aquatics Center, located at 987 Avenida Vista Hermosa.

The City of Dana Point is offering fun camp experiences for your children this summer.

Check with city websites for a full line-up of summer programming.

Westwind Sailing

Children can participate for one week, the entire summer or anywhere in between. It’s time to watch your star shine. Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 714.747.4915, www.actingacademyforkids.com.

ALOHA BEACH CAMP Aloha Beach Camp, located at T-street Beach, offers a youth summer camp for kids ages 6 to 16 of all surfing abilities.

We provide surfing groups with a 1-2 instructor to camper ratio. Body boarding, body surfing and beach activities is 1-5. Our camps focus specially on surf etiquette, water safety, rip currents, lateral currents, in-shore holes, beach hazards and more. The camp’s lead instructor, Matt Colapinto, is a surfer, beach lifeguard and elementary teacher with more than 25 years of experience. Spring discount when registering by April 30th! www.alohabeachcamp.net.

BASICS OF SKATEBOARDING

Basics of Skateboarding is a hands-on camp designed to bring kids together with their community. At this camp, children develop and enhance their skateboarding skills while creating new friendships with other camp participants. Our camps are here to guide participants with little to no skateboarding experience through the basics by providing structured lessons. We also offer intermediate and advanced camps. Camps are open to young skateboarders ages 3 to 12.

949.922.9922, www.basicsofskateboarding. com.

2016 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

BELLA COLLINA Evidence suggests regular physical activity may help improve a student’s academic performance. This summer, challenge your child by introducing them to the exciting world of golf. Each weeklong session includes instruction by experienced, nurturing golf professionals. Campers enjoy confidence-building activities, on course play and fun games. Golf achievement medals are awarded at the end of each week. Clubs, lunch and snack provided.

Runs from June 20 to August 12. Cost is $279/wk. 200 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente, 949.498.3771, www.bellacollinasanclemente.com.

CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE Incredible adventures are now open with sizzling early bird savings lasting until April 30th! The City of San Clemente is offering more than 300 courses and camps this summer. Explore sports, surfing, science, performing arts, live action film, pre-

school exploration camps, dance and cheer, cooking, day camps with field trips and more to guarantee the best summer ever!

Not sure what camp to sign up for? Come to CAMP PALOOZA at the San Clemente Aquatics Center on Saturday, April 30, to meet instructors, earn free giveaways, discover camp discounts and enjoy recreational swimming. For information and registration visit www.san-clemente.org/recreation or call 949.429.8797.

CLUB LITERACY

Club Literacy classes are a fun, powerful, and effective way to prevent summer reading loss. Invest in your child by keeping them reading and writing this summer - the benefits are endless! Our dynamic line-up of classes and camps will include our foundational Pre-K to 3rd Smart Start Classes as well as our specialty classes. Join us for a Smart Start Class, Books & Cooks, Bugs & Books, Creative Cursive, Math Journals, All About Me (Scrapbooking & Writing), and The Sleuthing Squad (Nancy Drew/Hard Boys). 34085 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, 949.717.6624, www.clubliteracy.com.

Club Literacy

2016 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

ENDLESS SUMMER SURF CAMP

Learn to surf at San Clemente’s premier surf camp where dreams have come true since 1992. Whether you have never surfed or if you want to take your surfing to the next level we have surf instruction and coaching for you. We have day and overnight surf camps as well as private and group lessons for beginning, intermediate and advanced surfers. Also offering surf and turf camps at Talega Golf Course with PGA Teacher of the year Randy Chang. 949.498.7862, www.endlesssummersurfcamp.com.

JP’S SURF CAMP

etnies Skatepark

JP’s Surf Camp, founded in 2001, is a camp where surfing is taken place in a safe, well-staffed, instructional environment with a 3-1 instructor ratio. We are located in San Clemente and offer children through adults the opportunity to learn how to surf for the first time or improve the surfing ability of those already surfing. For more information, check us out at jpssurfcamp.com or call at 949.547.2088.

JSERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL LION ENGAGE: JSerra Catholic High School is hosting its 2nd annual summer program for middle school students – Lion Engage!

Designed for students entering grades 6-8, Lion Engage is a great opportunity to dive into experiential learning. You will learn hands-on from passionate and engaging instructors, interact with high school student mentors, and have fun while doing it! 23651 Junipero Serra Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.9307, ext. 1011, bperkes@jserra.org, jserra.org/lionengage

KUMON MATH & READING CENTER Kumon math and reading center in San Clemente goes beyond tutoring. Here, we provide a structured, proven, self-learning program that gives your child the critical thinking skills and mindset to learn new material independently. Kumon delivers results in school and beyond. Your child can start Kumon even before starting school.

Please contact us to find out more and for a free evaluation. 801 Via Suerte, Suite 102, San Clemente, 949.429.8008, www.kumon. com, poonamsrivastava@ikumon.com.

2016 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

DIY SUMMER CAMP} TWO FUN, AND INEXPENSIVE, AT-HOME ACTIVITIES

Some of the best summer days are spent at home. With heavy camp, travel and activity schedules, it’s nice to stick close to home some days. That doesn’t mean the fun has to stop though. Summer adventures can continue right in your backyard. A few household and craft items will come into play. So, too, will your child’s imagination as they embark on a space adventure or join a traveling circus.

3, 2, 1.

Blast Off!

Run Away with the Circus!

GET CRAFTY Pull out the construction paper, markers and crayons. Let kids draw stars, planets, aliens and spaceships. Cut them out and hang them up.

Set the scene of their intergalactic journey.

GET CRAFTY Craft clown hats, lions’ manes and giant lollipops using colorful paper and paper plates. Art fun doesn’t have to stop there.

You can also make popcorn and cotton candy using cotton balls.

FUEL UP Make an edible solar system with round, colorful foods. Set an orange as the sun, ringed cereals as stars and turn your child’s favorite fruits into planets, comets and moons.

FUEL UP Pop some popcorn, make your own corn dogs and create cookie carousels using apple rounds, nut butter and animal crackers—a fun, sweet and healthy treat for your circus clown.

UP-CYCLE ART Turn cardboard boxes into space ships, milk jugs and cartons into space packs or use recycled plastic lids to create a solar system.

Kids can take a spin around the world in their rocket ship or sail over the seas with a jetpack then draw images of what they saw on their journey.

UP-CYCLE ART Transform hula hoops into flaming rings your little lions can jump through, blow up balloons for balancing on noses and make a tight rope using sidewalk chalk.

2016 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

MISSION SJC Mission San Juan Capistrano offers summertime programming the entire family can enjoy, including weekly activities and summer camps. The weekly craft activities—for children ages 6-12—will run from July 4 through August 26. Summer camps include Ceramics Clay Camp, running from July 11-22 and July 25 –August 5, as well as the popular Adventure Sleepover: Night at the Mission held from July 15-16.

The Mission also hosts weekend activities like panning for gold and arrowhead necklace making. 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1315, www.missionsjc.com.

SADDLEBACK COLLEGE COLLEGE FOR KIDS (CFK) gives children and teens (ages 7-17) a chance to experience real college life in a safe and enriching environment on the campus of Saddleback College in Mission Viejo. Power Week runs June 13 to 16, followed by three 2-week CFK sessions, June 20 to July 28. Kids will enjoy a fun-filled array of academic and sports opportunities. Registration opens April 1. View our Summer 2016 Gaucho Guide at www. saddleback.edu/ce, or call 949.582.4646.

SADDLEBACK VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SV Kids Summer Day Camp provides a safe Christian environment with fun activities and field trips as well as grade appropriate academic review.

Camp is open to pre-K to eighth graders and runs eight weeks, from June 13 to August 12.

South Coast Conservatory

Each week has its own exciting theme, like “Survivor,” and “Amazing Race.” Attend one week or all eight! Watch our video at www.facebook.com/SVSummerCamp.

26333 Oso Road, San Juan Capistrano.

949.443.4050, www.svcschools.org.

SAN CLEMENTE VOLLEYBALL CLUB In 6 short years San Clemente Volleyball Club has produced top-ranked boys and girls teams, received National Awards at Junior Olympics and produced NCAA scholarship athletes.

Led by All-American and San Clemente High School head coach Tom Beard, SCVB offers competitive yet supportive training for players to learn the game and be pushed to

reach their potential. SCVB offers programs for beginning to advanced players ages 9 to 18. www.sanclementevb.com, jen@sanclementevb.com. 949.374.9320

SOUTH COAST CONSERVATORY Join us at South Coast Conservatory for our incredible summer programs.

Starting June 27 we will offer weeklong camps in a variety of dance styles for kids ages 4 and up. Become a ballet princess, perfect your cartwheel or learn to break dance. We provide the best training in ballet, jazz, hip-hop, cheernastics, tumbling and musical theater.

Register now to reserve your spot. Space is limited. 27652 Camino Capistrano, Laguna

Niguel; 400-C Camino de Estrella, San Clemente, 949.967.0099, www.mvdpac.com.

ST. ANNE SUMMER KNIGHTS DAY CAMP Designed for children from preschool through middle school, St. Anne Summer Knights Camp days are filled with a balance of light academics, arts and crafts, water play, weekly themes, special guests, cooking and field trips. The flexible schedule is ideal for working parents and kids looking for some summer fun in a safe environment. Sign up and join us for all or part of our program. 32451 Bear Brand Road, Laguna Niguel, 949.276.6711, www.st-anne.org/summercamp.

Camp Choices 4 One and All S

ummers are the perfect time to try something new. When looking at camp options, see what activities might spark your child’s imagination, test their athletic abilities and push their academic challenges to new heights. Offerings in the tri-city area are plenty. Here are a few varied options highlighting just how diverse the local summer camp scene is—where you’re sure to find the perfect summer adventure.

An Affordable Option

Building strong community ties with area youth doesn’t stop during the summer

months. At the Boys & Girls Clubs of the South Coast Area, programming continues all-year round to help south Orange County’s youngest residents become responsible, caring citizens who live active, healthy lifestyles. Applications are being accepted now for Summer Brain Gain. www.bgcsca.org.

A Camp to Fit your Schedule

Outdoor activities, field trips, sports and specialty clubs put the YMCA of Orange County’s summer camps at the top of the action-packed adventure list. Camps are located at more than 50 schools throughout Orange County and offer flexible schedul-

ing. This is truly a camp designed to fit your family’s summer scheduling—and adventuring—needs. www.ymcaoc.org.

A Step-Ahead of the Game

It’s never too early to think about college.

Since the early 1980s, Saddleback College has been giving students ages 7 to 17 a chance to experience higher education through College for Kids. Offered in three sessions, students make their own class schedules—choosing from courses in writing, math, Spanish, science, theater, sports, film animation and more. www.saddleback. edu.

2016 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

Binge on Books

ST. MARGARET’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Whether your child is three or thirteen, interested in theater or engineering, St. Margaret’s Episcopal School provides unique Summer Camp experiences that allow children of all ages to explore passions and interests. Create, invent, fabricate, innovate and have a lot of fun in STEM, arts, academic, sports and outdoor camps at St. Margaret’s this summer. Online Registration opens March 29. For more information, visit www.smes.org/summer. 31641 La Novia, San Juan Capistrano, 949.661.0108.

T3

T

his summer, encourage your children to ditch technology.

Instead, instill upon them a love of reading by exploring their local library.

Here’s a few ideas: peruse the shelves, check out books and attend a reading-centric event together.

Branches in the tri-cities have programs geared toward helping students sharpen their reading aptitude, expand their vocabulary and gain confidence when reading aloud. These free events include hands-on craft projects for kids and tweens, pajama story times, teen book clubs and family movie nights.

Current library programming is listed below. Call or visit branch websites for the latest activity times.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO LIBRARY 31495 El Camino Real, 949.493.1752, www.ocpl.org/libloc/sjc

Bilingual Storytime Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.

All ages are welcome at this event where stories and rhymes are read in both English and Spanish.

Family Film Feature Each First Saturday, 10 a.m.

Join the Friends of the San Juan Capistrano Library for a family-friendly feature.

Popcorn and admission are free.

First Friday Film

DANA POINT LIBRARY

Each First Friday, 7 p.m.

Enjoy an evening movie with the family.

A $2 donation supports library programming. Call for the month’s feature.

Pajama Storytime Each Fourth Monday, 7 p.m.

All ages are invited to wear their pajamas to this nighttime event filled with stories, songs and fun.

Each Third Monday, 6:30 p.m.

Everyone in the house is invited to join the National Charity League Sunshine Readers for an energetic evening of stories and fun.

Read to a Dog

Preschool Storytime

Each First Wednesday, 3 p.m.

Kids can practice readings skills and build confidence by sharing their favorite tales with certified therapy dogs.

Tuesday, 11:15 a.m.

Children ages 3 to 6 and their caregivers can partake in fun stories, songs, crafts and other activities.

33481 Niguel Road, 949.496.5517, www.ocpl.org/libloc/dana

SAN CLEMENTE LIBRARY

242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org/libloc/sc

Bilingual Storytime Thursday, 10:30 a.m.

Beinvenidos! All ages are welcome to enjoy canciones y cuentos followed by a craft.

KO’s T3 “Total Tennis Training” for players ages 4 to 14, kicks off its ninth summer following the United States Tennis Association’s “little kids” tennis format, using smaller equipment, courts and low compression balls. “Players are never standing still in our classes” says Coach Kirk. In these camps, players learn skills through fun, cooperative tennis drills. All KO T3 teaching pros are USTA certified. Four sessions offered: June 20, July 5, July 18, and August 1. $120 per session. JSerra Tennis Complex, 23651 Junipero Serra Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.842.9020, www.kirkorahood. usptapro.com, kirkorahood@gmail.com.

THE ARTS PROJECT OF ORANGE COUNTY Whether your child is a serious artistperformer or is interested in trying something new this summer, The Arts Project OC presents inspiring and fresh

Family Storytime

Pajama Storytime Each Second Thursday, 7:45 p.m.

Don your favorite pair of pajamas and slippers as the Sunshine Readers take the whole family on a dreamland journey.

Preschool Storytime Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.

Parents, help prepare young children ages 3 to 5 for a successful educational start with this kindergarten-geared storytime.

The Ecology Center

performing and visual arts summer camps taught by talented instructors. Summer session or week-long arts camps are available for ages 3 and up in San Clemente’s Talega Business Park. The Sound Studio has music lessons in guitar, piano and voice for aspiring musicians and singers. The Art Studio explores mediums such as painting, drawing, mixed media and sewing. The Acting Studio will make you a triple threat in singing, acting, dancing! The Dance Studio offers Tap, Ballet, Jazz and Hip Hop. www.TheArtsProjectOC.com

THE ECOLOGY CENTER The Ecology Center is a nonprofit organization teaching handson solutions that positively impact the environment. Campers enrolled in Farm Lab Camp will be immersed in an acre of interactive eco labs, nestled next to a 28-acre organic farm. Our award-winning STEM-based curriculum is at the core of each camp experience. Activities include: plant and animal care, planting, harvesting, composting, cooking from the garden, garden art, water conservation and more.

Ages 5-9. Camps run June–July. 32701 Alipaz Street, San Juan Capistrano, 949.443.4223, www.theecologycenter.org.

YMCA OF ORANGE COUNTY It’s time to Camp Out Loud! YMCA Summer Day Camps are a great way for kids to learn new skills, develop character and make new friends over the summer break. Y campers will embark on a journey—filled with sports, outdoor activities, field trips and specialty clubs like cooking and engineering. With more than 40 locations across Orange County, Y Summer Day Camps are a safe local venue for your little campers this summer. www.ymcaoc. org/camps.

2016 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

Aquatic Adventures Coastal camps for every water girl or boy

S

outh Orange County is a watersports mecca. Kids calling this place home can surf, swim, fish, paddle and learn to save lives this summer through a variety of camps geared toward environmental stewardship, water safety and more. Check out a few options for water boys and girls.

JUNIOR LIFEGUARDS

Young lifeguards in training can improve their physical fitness abilities, learn water safety and gain an understanding and respect for the environment through California State Park & Beaches programs. Junior programs are offered at both Doheny and San Clemente State Beach, as well as the City of San Clemente Junior Lifeguards and OC Junior Guards. Visit www.dohojg.com, www.ocjuniorguards.com, www.scstatejg. com, and www.san-clemente.org/jg.

FISHING CLINICS

Kids will take to the open water with experienced crews and instructors in week-long

fishing camps with Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching. Knowledgeable fishermen will instill fishing fundamentals and teach pointers for youngsters looking to improve their fishing game. Camps will be held from July 11-July 15 and July 25-July 29.

Fishing camps include: fishing equipment, lunch and drinks. For additional information, go to www.danawharf.com/kids-camps.

SURF SCHOOL

Kids can hit the waves this summer with the nation’s best surf instructors. Whether your child is riding a board for the first time or looking to gain a competitive edge in their next surf contest, instructors in Dana Point and San Clemente are plenty. At Endless Summer Surf Camp and Volcom Summer Soul Surf Camp kids can go on overnight camps. JP’s Surf Camp offers small classes with a 3-1 student to teacher ratio. And Girl in the Curl hosts allday camps for boys and girls. Find out more at www.endlesssummersurfcamp.com, www. jpssurfcamp.com, www.girlinthecurl.com, www.summersoulsurfcamp.com.