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Summer camps cater to the individual interests of students.

Beat the summer blues For children staying in this summer, there are plenty of ways to be creative and try new things from the comfort of home.

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n a summer season that is anything but ordinary, many families have had to shift plans to adapt to the circumstances with more creativity than ever before.

That means some of the youth activities your child looks forward to may look a bit different.

But just as school shifted to distance learning, some camps and youth organizations are pivoting to virtual offerings.

Here are some West Orange-area companies and organizations offering just that.

FLORIDA FILM ACADEMY Winter Garden-based Florida

Film Academy is offering online summer camps and workshops for the first time.

With the challenge of going virtual during a pandemic, many students have not been able to access the academy’s state-of-the-art technology in person since mid-March. The academy still is offering some in-person camp and workshop experiences for those who are ready to return to campus.

However, the online mini camps give parents and children a choice of booking a half-day or mixing it up with a full-day experience. There also are monthly virtual workshops.

“That adaptation to virtual allowed us to reach a new audience that we had not captured online before because of distance, because everything was face-to-face,” said Stefanie Robinson, co-owner of Florida Film Academy.

Academy staff has designed programs to ensure students can

both interact with their instructor and collaborate with their friends through a hybrid-style format. Currently, the academy is offering seven virtual workshops and five online camps throughout the summer.

Through these camps, students will learn the arts of creating movies, stop-motion filming, live animation, creative photography and building YouTube channels.

“We’re using Zoom, so they’re able to see each other and connect,” Robinson said.

“They’re still collaborating on stories. Sometimes the projects vary — they may be doing something individual … other times, their challenge is to connect the story and they have to figure out how to problem solve that, if you will. … And it’s all live in that moment with your instructor. It’s still the same small class size, and nothing is prerecorded, so the kids can engage and ask questions.”

KINDERMUSIK AT GROW AND SING STUDIOS Music and movement are essential in a child’s early development, and Kindermusik International specializes in just that.

Kindermusik publishes music and movement curricula for parents and their children, ages newborn to 7 years old, and Kindermusik programs are available locally through Grow and Sing Studios in Winter Garden.

This summer, Grow and Sing Studios is offering Bilingual Birdies, House Party experiences and even online tap-dancing classes for adults.

The House Party experience includes online activities via Zoom. Activities include story time, sing-a-longs, puppet shows, sign language activity, instrument demonstrations, craft tutorials and bedtime lullabies.

Bilingual Birdies is a foreign-language and music program where children can learn basic vocabulary and short phrases in Spanish through music, dance and puppetry.

MAD SCIENCE LAB For the future scientists at home, Mad Science Central Florida is offering virtual camps that allow children to become astronauts, engineers, chemists and physicists.

Mad Science has labs in Ocoee and Oviedo, where in-person camps will be offered starting in July. Until then, budding scientists can experiment with science projects at home.

“All of our programs offer fun, hands-on science to keep your kiddos engaged this summer,” said Kylie Koscoe, Mad Science owner.

Virtual camps consist of 90 minutes of screen time each day, along with one to two hours daily of hands-on and screen-free activities. Included in the cost is a science kit, as well as access to Mad Science’s own scientists through Google Classroom.

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Mad Science also offers Camp in a Box, which includes 10 hands-on experiments, stickers, tattoos, activity sheets and a science journal, as well as access to how-to videos.

And for those comfortable in hosting small groups of eight to 15, Mad Science is booking Backyard Summer Camp experiences for groups of children ages 6 to 11.

ORANGE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM Although most Orange County library branches are reopening slowly, there are plenty of educational resources available through its online kids programs.

KidsConnect is OCLS’ home for kid-centered content. Here, your children can find library book lists, storytelling videos, information about the library, games and virtual programs.

Tweens (ages 11 and 12) have their own listings for programs and classes, as do teenagers.

The Informed Teens section of OCLS’ website provides teens with information about gaming events, photos, contests and opportunities to join the Teen Library Corps.

SUMMER Kid’s Camps 2020 (Students must have completed kindergarten) *1 WEEK CLASSES (Mon-Fri) *2 HOUR SESSIONS* (supply fee included)

CLASS SCHEDULES Dates June 1-5 June 8-12 June 15-19 June 22-26 June 29-July 3 July 6-10 July 13-17 July 20-24 July 27-31

Session 1: 10:00-12:00 Funky Birds Bahama Llama Dog Days Out of This World Patriotic Animals Dog Days Out of This World Funky Birds Bahama Llama

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Interested in any of these programs? Learn more — including program dates/times and tuition rates, if applicable — by contacting the hosting organization. n Florida Film Academy: Visit flfilmacademy. com and click on the “Summer 2020” tab n Mad Science Lab: Visit cfl.madscience.org n Kindermusik at Grow and Sing Studios: Visit growandsing.com n Orange County Library System: Visit ocls.info

This summer, much of the children’s and tween/teen programming has been moved online. For infants up to 5-yearolds, virtual story times offer nursery rhymes, picture books, songs and stories.

For older children, virtual events teach coding with JavaScript, animation with Microsoft PowerPoint, spreadsheets, music mixing with Audacity, and more. Tweens can learn budgeting with Microsoft Excel, conduct basic science experiments, learn to make a recipe for the best lemonade or even become a librarian for a day, among other things.

For teenagers, classes will include topics such as knitting ear savers for face masks, building a website, creating video games, coding with CodeCombat and making DIY sugar scrubs and bath salts. Teens can also join the OCLS Writer’s Group, where they’ll join fellow writers for critique, discussion and camaraderie.

And although in-person events and programs have been postponed, children still have the opportunity to participate in OCLS’ annual Summer Reading Program through Aug. 1. Families can enjoy streaming events, live virtual activities and online reading challenges. Participants who read 600 minutes or more can be entered into the library’s grand-prize raffle, where they can win gift certificates, bicycles, passes to local attractions and more.

“This year’s Virtual Summer Reading Program features live performances for kids every Monday at 10 a.m. on our YouTube channel, and virtual events will take place every day on the hour, beginning at 10 a.m.,” OCLS officials said in a prepared release. “There will be events and offerings for all age groups, from toddlers through teens. Listen to a story time or learn a craft, watch a live performance or discover a new recipe demonstrated by library staff.”

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ARTS CAMPS

Tuition: Varies Registration: flfilmacademy.com/summerwinter-garden Ages: 7 to 18 Contact: Stefanie Robinson, stephanie@flfilmacademy.com

GARDEN THEATRE CAMPS 160 W. Plant St., Winter Garden Details: Take center stage!

Our summer camps are for young theater fans entering first through 12th grades.

Camps focus on developing performance abilities and encouraging a curiosity for theater in a fun and supportive environment. All camps are designed to build confidence, strengthen communication skills, develop imagination and create a sense of community through collaboration. Camp dates and start times have shifted to allow smaller camp sizes and fewer young people in the building at the same time.

Camp dates: Weeklong camps running June 8 to Aug. 7 Tuition: Varies Registration: gardentheatre.org/summercamps Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 877-4736

Summer is a great time for children to try new forms of creativity.

THE ART ROOM SUMMER WORKSHOP FOR KIDS 709 Main St., Windermere Details: Themed weeks include everything from Funky Birds and Out of This World to The Mandalorian to Stop-Motion Animation.

Camp dates: Weeklong sessions from June 1 to July 31.

You can choose from a morning session from 10 a.m. to noon, an afternoon session from 1 to 3 p.m. or a late afternoon session from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Tuition: Varies from $155 to $160 depending on the program. Registration: Forms are available at artroomorlando. com. Ages: Children who have completed kindergarten and up Contact: (407) 909-1869 or email art@artroomorlando.com

CENTRE FOR DANCE & THE PERFORMING ARTS SUMMER FUNDAYS CAMPS 301 S. Tubb St., Suite C, Oakland Details: In keeping with its VISION 20/20 theme, CDPA is taking a new perspective on CDPA summer fun. Campers can attend on-site or online with Dr. K through July. CDPA will have dance class, storytime, crafts, movie time, virtual tours and visit some of Dr. K’s friends for music, art, choreography, physical fitness and more!

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There are lots of opportunities for children to take the stage as a performer.

OAKLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH MUSIC CAMP 218 E. Oakland Ave., Oakland Details: Children will participate in a variety of musical activities.

Camp dates: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

July 13 to 17 Tuition: $125 Registration: oaklandpres.org Ages: Completed kindergarten through fifth grade Contact: (407) 656-4452

Camp dates: Four sessions from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 6 to 31 Tuition: Call for information Registration: visitdancecdpa. com/summerclasses2020 Ages: 6 and up Contact: (407) 877-3388

Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 22 through Aug. 7 Tuition: $375 per camp, $50 administration fee Registration: eliteanimationacademy.com Ages: 8 to 17 Contact: (407) 459-7959

ELITE ANIMATION ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS

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OAKLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH LEGO CAMP

1261 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Suites 210-250, Winter Garden Details: Students experience directing, filming acting and post production with easy to use – but powerful – film tools.

For students looking for more advanced experiences check out the DSLR & Pre-College Film Camps!

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 1 through Aug. 7

218 E. Oakland Ave., Oakland Details: Campers have the opportunity to explore faith through LEGOs. Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. June 22-26 or July 27-31 Tuition: Email Laurie Hallock for more information Registration: Contact Laurie Hallock at lauriehallock@yahoo.com Ages: Rising first- through eighthgraders Contact: Laurie Hallock at lauriehallock@yahoo.com

8933 Conroy-Windermere Road, Orlando Details: Learn about drawing and creative animation or digital animation at Elite Animation Academy. Upon drop-off, students will have a temperature screen. Any camper with 100.4 temperature or above cannot attend. Student capacity will be reduced from 12 to six.

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READY, SET, DANCE! SUMMER DANCE CAMPS 2220 Hempel Ave., Gotha Details: Themed classes will include aerial silks, hip hop and tumbling.

Camp dates: June 22-26 (Ice Princesses — A Frozen Adventure); July 13-17 (The Greatest Show at RSD); July 2731 (Princess Training Academy) Tuition: $225 Registration: (407) 470-7365 Ages: 5 and up Contact: (407) 470-7365

THEATRE SOUTH PLAYHOUSE CAMPS 7601 Della Drive, Suite 15, Orlando

Details: Theatre South Playhouse is preparing to open for its summer sessions.

New procedures will be implemented, including car drop-off and pick-up only;

to assist them in publishing their very own printed book.

Camp dates: July 6-10 (rising second- and third-graders); July 13-17 (rising fourth- and fifthgraders); June 15-18 and July 2024 (rising sixth- through eighthgraders); and June 22-26 (rising ninth- through 12th-graders) Tuition: $220 Registration: page15.org/summer Ages: 7-18 Contact: (407) 422-8755 or info@page15.org

YOUNG WRITERS SUMMER CAMPS Online Details: Page 15 will host live, online creative-writing summer camps. The Young Writers Summer Camp has been Page 15’s most popular program since it launched in 2008. This camp gives more than 175 Central Florida students an opportunity to bring their stories to life and connect with professional coaches and graphic designers

The Young Writers camp is Page 15’s most popular program.

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A summer camp can inspire a lifetime of creativity.

11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando Details: Each day features different take-home projects that will include the pottery wheel, clay sculpture, canvas painting and crafts.

Camp dates: Weekly sessions June 1 to July 31 Tuition: $329 or $299 for JCC members Registration: superawesomecool.com/camp Ages: Entering grades K-8 Contact: superawesomecool. com/camp

touch-free temperature checks upon arrival; no parents or guests in the theater’s two spaces; masks for campers and staff; physical distancing; no indoor public performances; and camp sizes limited to 10 or fewer.Camp dates: Call for information Tuition: Varies Registration: theatresouth playhouse.org/summercamps Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 489-4458

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Many camps have made changes to adhere to social-distancing guidelines this summer.

GENERAL CAMPS

Windermere Preparatory School, 6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Windermere Details: This camp will feature a variety of activities, including crafts, in-house field trips, swimming, sports, dance, cooking, martial arts and yoga.

Camp dates: Weekly themed sessions from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through July 31 Tuition: $280 per week ($345 for extended care); discounts available.

Registration: Ongoing at bit. ly/3dAkg61 Ages: Kindergarten through eighth grade Contact: (407) 905-7737, Option 8, or camp@windermereprep.com

CAMP GAN ISRAEL

YMCA CAMPS

2037 Hempel Ave., Gotha Details: Gan Israel is part of the largest and fastest growing network of Jewish day camps in the world. Gan Israel enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trend-setter with innovative ideas, creative programs and new activities.

Camp dates: Though July 16 Tuition: Regular camp $180 per week; teen camp $250 per week; additional charges for lunches, camp T-shirt, early care and extended care Registration: Ongoing at ilovegi.com Ages: 3 to 11 (C.I.T. camp ages 12 to 15) Contact: (407) 354-3660 or cgiorlando@aol.com

Dr. P. Phillips YMCA, 7000 Dr. Phillips Blvd. Orlando; Roper YMCA Family Center, 100 Windermere Road, Winter Garden Details: YMCA camps are a place for children to learn, grow, and thrive! Our program provides a safe and fun environment for your child throughout the summer. The exciting, interactive curriculum includes indoor and outdoor games, arts and crafts, and so much more. Campers will learn the values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith through camp themes.

Camp dates: Call for more information Tuition: Varies Registration: Ongoing; contact the YMCA location you’re interested in for more Ages: Elementary through middle school Contact: camp@cfymca. org or your specific location: Dr. P. Phillips, (407) 351-9417; Roper YMCA, (407) 656-6430

CAMP J Rosen JCC, 11184 S. ApopkaVineland Road, Orlando Details: Camp J is more than just a camp — it’s a family.

Caring, supportive counselors teach campers to become more independent and embrace their curiosity. The JCC offers general,

Camps are a great way to keep children entertained this summer. sports, arts and science camps.

Camp dates: Through Aug. 7 Tuition: Ranges from $200 to $329 per week Registration: rosenjcc.org/campj/ourcamps Ages: 2 to entering eighth grade Contact: (407) 387-5330

Camp dates: Though Aug. 7 Tuition: Resident tuition ranges from $135 to $150; non-residents $171 to $190; discounts for additional children Registration: Ongoing Ages: 5 to 12 Contact: (407) 905-3180

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CITY OF WINTER GARDEN SUMMER CAMP

Jim Beech Recreation Center, 1820 A.D. Mims Road, Ocoee Details: Days full of activities, such as field trips, arts and crafts, games, and swimming.

Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard St., Winter Garden Details: Activities such as field trips, arts and crafts, swimming, games and sports.

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FAITH CAMPS

CAMP HORIZON 7369 Sunnyside Drive, Leesburg Details: One-week overnight camps combine outdoor activities with chapel, prayer and devotions. When: July 12-18 and 19-25 Ages: 8-12 and 13-17 Cost: $275 per week Contact: (352) 728-5822

FAMILY CHURCH 300 Main St., Windermere Virtual VBS Theme: Focus When: June 16-18: on Zoom Ages: 3 through those who just

completed fifth grade Cost: Free Registration: ourfamily.church/ programs/vbs Contact: (407) 876-2234

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WINTER GARDEN 125 E. Plant St., Winter Garden Virtual VBS Theme: Concrete and Cranes When: Videos available at fbcwg.org/virtualvbs/ Ages: Preschool through fifth grade Registration: ahetrick@fbcwg.org Contact: ahetrick@fbcwg.org

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF WINTER GARDEN 125 N. Lakeview Ave., Winter Garden Virtual VBS Theme: Concrete and Cranes When: Online July 20-24 Ages: All ages Cost: $20 Registration: fumcwg.org Contact: (407) 656-1135

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Camp Ithiel, 2037 Hempel Ave., Gotha Details: Camp intertwines Judaism into all activities When: June 29 through July 24. Ages: 2 to 12 Tuition: $180 per week.

Extended-day cost is $25 per week. Registration: ilovegi.com Contact: (800) 765-7905

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West Orange Church of Christ, 1450 Daniels Road, Winter Garden Details: These LEGO-themed camps offer themed weeks, including Minecraft, Fortnite Brick Royale, Bat League, Super Hero Academy, Teenage Brick Turtles, Wizards and Muggles, and more.

Camp dates: Through Aug. 10 Tuition: Drop-in rate of one half-day camp for $35, or one full-day camp (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) for $50; weekly pricing varies.

Extended care available from 8 to 9 a.m. at $40 per child Registration: Ongoing; bit. ly/3gOyVfW Ages: Entering kindergarten through sixth grade Contact: Call (407) 6035439

Plantation Grove Shopping Center, 2560 Maguire Road, Suite 210, Ocoee Details: Build video games, learn to code and have a blast.

Virtual learning also available Camp dates: Drop-in learning is available Mondays through Saturdays; camps scheduled for specific dates. Tuition: Varies Registration: codeninjas. com/fl-windermere Ages: 7-14 Contact: (407) 618-0031

Varies from $245 to $260 weekly Registration: Ongoing at craniumacademy.com/summercamp-winter-garden Ages: 1 to entering fifth grade Contact: (407) 294-6950

IBRICK ACADEMY CAMPS Online Details: iBrick Academy is moving into a new season of STEM education with completely virtual camps.

Camp dates: TBD Tuition: TBD Registration: iBrick Academy plans to announce its summer programs soon. Ages: Vary Contact: fun@ibrickacademy. com Courtesy photos

Cranium Academy, 4068 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Winter Garden Details: This program offers 10 weeks of fun and learning for students with a wide range of interests in the arts, humanities and sciences.

iBrick Academy will host virtual camps this year.

Camp dates: Mondays through Fridays through Aug. 6. Half-day camps (8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.), full-day camps (8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and regular camp day (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Tuition:

MATRIX ADVANCED MATH ACADEMY SUMMER VIRTUAL ENRICHMENT CLASSES Details: Fun, interactive 90-minute sessions held twice a week with a live teacher and a small group of students grouped by age. Combat summer

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Camp dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, or Tuesdays and Thursdays, for five weeks June 29 through July 31 Tuition: $375 (10% discount for first-time students) Registration: matrixmathacademy.com Ages: Rising third- through 12thgraders Contact: (407) 8006003, (407) 790-0303 or email Info@MatrixMathAcademy.com

OAKLAND NATURE PRESERVE ADVENTURE DAYS Oakland Nature Preserve, 747 Machete Trail, Oakland Details: Explore the environment while gaining an understanding of plants, animals and the ecosystems in which they exist.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. most Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through July 31 Tuition: Members $40 per

There are plenty of camps that teach a variety of educational lessons in a fun, exciting way. day; non-members $45. Family memberships are $50 per year.

Registration: Ongoing; available online at bit.ly/3dwUaAU Ages: 6 to 17 Contact: (407) 905-0054 or information@ oaklandnaturepreserve.org

PAMMIE’S SAMMIES COOKING CLASSES 109 S. Boyd St., Winter Garden Details: Make homemade bread, pasta and other foods. Learn knife skills and become familiar with multiple cooking utensils.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mondays beginning July 13 Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing Ages: Entering third through fifth grades Contact: (407) 730-3212

MAD SCIENCE SUMMER CAMPS West Oaks Mall, 9401 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee; and online Details: With themes such as robotics and coding, crazy chemistry and dino adventures, there’s something for every

young scientist. Virtual camps will be hosted in June, and inperson camps in July.

Camp dates: Online camp dates and times vary; in-person camps ,will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on various dates from July through Aug. 7 Tuition: $145 to $239 for in-person camps; $12 to $125 online camps Registration: Online at bit.ly/3cwbBzZ Ages: Pre-K to seventh grade Contact: (386) 898-4570 or madsciencerocks@gmail.com

ROSEN JCC LEGO ROBOTICS CAMP Rosen JCC, 11184 S. ApopkaVineland Road, Orlando Details: Work with the new LEGO EV3 Robot to learn programming, building, and the art and science behind robotics.

Camp dates: June 29 to July 3; July 20 to 24 Tuition: $329, or $299 for JCC members.

Registration: rosenjcc.org Ages: Entering kindergarten through eighth grade Contact: (407) 387-5330

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VIRTUAL CLASSES STARTING JUNE 29TH LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE Take advantage of the summer months to help your child: • Enhance Analytical and Critical Skills • Boost Mental-Math Skills

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OUTDOORS

The Butler Chain of Lakes is a popular spot for fishing, boating and other water activities.

With COVID-19 forcing many to stay home, now is the time to get out and explore some of the best nature spots in West Orange.

TROY HERRING SPORTS EDITOR

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eople have been stuck inside for months, and it’s understandable that cabin fever may have kicked in. For the lucky folks who live in West Orange, there are many options to get outside for some outdoor adventuring.

Although there are many different places to escape into nature (see our parks guide, pages 19 to 21), here, we highlight four local spots that should be on your visit list, including: Oakland Nature Preserve, the Butler Chain of Lakes, Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive and the West Orange Trail.

Bicyclists, skateboarders, skaters and walkers frequent the trail.

OAKLAND NATURE PRESERVE 747 Machete Trail, Oakland PHONE: (407) 905-0054 WEBSITE: oaklandnaturepreserve. wildapricot.org HOURS: Sunrise to sunset daily

When most folks think of Oakland, chances are the first thing that pops into their head is Oakland Nature Preserve.

Nestled in town limits, the 128-acre preserve — comprising 48 acres of uplands and 80 acres of forested wetlands — offers a variety of environmental education and ecotourism activities for visitors of all ages, who get to

experience Florida in its natural state.

Along with its boardwalk to Lake Apopka — featuring a classroom-sized pavilion on the lakefront — and a pavilion on the West Orange Trail, interpretive signs can be found around the preserve that offer information on different plant species making for walks that are just as educational as they are healthy.

Overall, there are eight unique trails — all of which are less than one mile long — that allow visitors to explore different parts of the preserve. The .7-mile boardwalk trail is the only wheelchair accessible trail available.

If you’re looking to cool off

from a hot Florida day or looking for something more educational, the preserve welcomes you to visit the Jim Thomas Environmental Education Center — modeled after a pioneer homestead. There, you’ll find water fountains and restrooms, as well as classrooms, offices, live fish and turtle exhibits, and the preserve’s museum and library. The center also hosts fun and educational programs for children — such as “Incredible Invertebrates!” and “Animal Adventures” — that explore the unique animals and plants that call the preserve home.

BUTLER CHAIN OF LAKES LOCATION: Windermere WEBSITE: orange.wateratlas.usf. edu/butler-chain

If you travel just 13 miles southeast of Oakland, you’ll stumble across one of the worst-kept secrets in Southwest Orange County: the Butler Chain of Lakes.

Comprising 13 lakes of varying sizes that flow south toward Reedy Creek, the Kissimmee River, Lake Okeechobee and then the Everglades, the Butler Chain of Lakes has more than 5,000 acres of surface water and has a total of 32 navigable canals.

When you combine the sheer space taken up by the lakes — the biggest being Lake Butler at 1,600 acres — and the cleanness of its water, it’s no surprise the Butler Chain of Lakes is a local hot spot for fishing, boating and other water sports.

On Lake Down, the Orlando Area Rowing Society operates its facility that sits just north of downtown Windermere.

There, some of the state’s best high school rowers — many of whom compete in national and international events — work on their form and technique as they ready for the next event.

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At the Oakland Nature Preserve, visitors can walk multiple trails and see Florida’s natural beauty.

gram and masters program for those 21 and up. The organization also summer camps for all middle school and high school students.

For those looking for something a little more laid back than rowing, there are plenty of opportunities for fishermen looking for the next big haul and for boaters looking to enjoy an afternoon out on the lake. Most of the lakes have their own boat ramps for visitors wanting some time on the water.

If you’re into fishing, the lakes offer an abundance of opportunities, as they’re known for their plentiful batch of largemouth bass and other fish. And if you’re unsure how to fish the lakes, local charters area available from local anglers, such as Tim Bagwell — owner of the Ocoee-based Get Hooked Bait and Tackle owner — and Tim Martin, who runs Martin Family Charters.

LAKE APOPKA WILDLIFE DRIVE 2850 Lust Road, Apopka PHONE: (386) 329-4404 WEBSITE: sjrwmd.com/lands/ recreation/lake-apopka/wildlifedrive

Looking for a way to enjoy nature from the comfort of your vehicle? Then the Lake Apopka

Wildlife Drive —located in the Lake Apopka North Shore — is up your alley.

The drive reopened to the public Friday, June 12. Starting at Lust Road in Apopka and ending on Jones Road in Orange County, the 11-mile route also features a self-guided audio tour, which includes information about area’s wildlife.

Along the 11-mile route, there are 11 points of interest indicated by numbered signs, which are explained via the audio guide.

Visitors start by learning about the bird population before going on to discover the historic pump house that was built by farmers in the 1940s. From there, the tour hits on other subjects such as alligator population, agricultural history and restoration projects that have been utilized to clean what used to be one of the most polluted lakes in the state.

During the drive, there also are designated “pull over” areas that allow visitors the chance to get out of the car to look around on foot. There, visitors can really take advantage of wildlife and plant viewing — on the property alone, there are 362 species that can be identified, including anhingas, bald eagles and great blue heron.

If this sounds like the outdoor adventure for you, then

make your way out on any Friday, Saturday, Sunday or federal holidays between sunrise and sunset.

WEST ORANGE TRAIL 501 Crown Point Cross Road, Winter Garden PHONE: (407) 654-1108 HOURS: Sunrise to sunset daily WEST ORANGE TRIAL BIKES AND BLADES 17914 SR 438, Winter Garden PHONE: (407) 877-0600 EMAIL: julie_bikesandblades@ yahoo.com HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Mondays through Fridays; 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends and holidays WEBSITE: orlandobikerental. com WHEELWORKS 455 E. Plant St., Winter Garden PHONE: (407) 654-1496 EMAIL: rentals@wgwheelworks. com HOURS: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays through Saturdays (current); 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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The West Orange Trail may be one of the most popular outdoor attractions in West Orange.

The trail stretches a healthy

22.26 miles from the Orange/ Lake County line, and heads east through the towns of Killarney and Oakland, the city of Winter Garden, across U.S. 441 and on through to downtown Apopka to Welch Road.

From sunrise to sunset, bicyclists, skaters and skateboarders can be see rolling through downtown Winter Garden and along the trail, and sometimes riders on horseback can be seen enjoying the more rural parts.

Along the trail, visitors can take in different scenery, as well as neat spots such as the butterfly garden at the Tildenville outpost and Clarcona Horseman’s Park up in Apopka.

Although many different means of traveling can be done on the trail, the most popular — by far — is via bicycle. It’s so popular, in fact, that there are two different spots for visitors to rent bicycles.

At the Killarney Station in Oakland — located at mile marker 0 — West Orange Trail Bikes and Blades offers both on- and off-site bike rentals that start at $8 per hour or $30 per day/$99 per week. For road bikes, the cost is $12 per hour, $50 per day and $149 per week.

To pair with its rentals, West Orange Trail Bikes and Blades also puts on its own group-bike tours for riders looking to get the most out of their visit, and the tours can range from two hours to three days.

Meanwhile, down the road at 455 E. Plant St. in Winter Garden, Wheelworks offers its own variety of bicycles for rent, as well as trailers that can be used to tow about children or pets.

Along with its bicycle rentals, Wheelworks also is there for you if your bike breaks down.

It offers four different tune-up packages that will get you back on the trail.

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SPORTS CAMPS FARNSWORTH PEAK PERFORMANCE 1232 Winter Garden Vineland Road, No. 116, Winter Garden Details: Farnsworth Peak Performance offers baseball lessons, certified yoga and weight training for adult and youth athletes. Learn proper technique from professionals to improve strength, flexibility and form. Classes offered include personal training (speed, agility, endurance and strength), sports training (pitching, hitting, fielding and martial arts) and flexibility and fitness (stretching, certified yoga, full gym access).

Camp dates: Ongoing Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 347-7977 or info@ farnsworthpeakperformance. com

FIVE STARS VOLLEYBALL CLUB 2020 SUMMER CAMP Foundation Academy, 15304 Tilden Road, Winter Garden Details: The club will offer only one camp for advanced players (14 to 18 years old) Camp dates: July 20-23. Tuition: $225 Registration: fivestarsvbc.com/ page/show/4159232-summercamps Ages: 14-18 Contact: fivestarsvbc@gmail.com; emily@ fivestarsvbc.com; (407) 9708272

GYMNASTICS USA 13175 W. Colonial Drive, Winter Garden Details: Stretch, tumble, twirl and play the summer away with crafts, games and more.

Camp dates: Through Aug. 7 Tuition: $195 per week for nonmembers, $175 for members; or

$45 per day for non-members, $38 for members Registration: gymnasticsusa.us/camps Ages: 3-12 Contact: (407) 504-0911

HRGA SUMMER CAMP 2020 Orange County National Golf Center, 16301 Phil Ritson Way, Winter Garden Details: At Hernan Rey Golf Academy, students will have the opportunity to improve at a world-class training facility.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon Mondays through Fridays; nine sessions June 8 through Aug. 7 Tuition: $300 per week; $70 per day Registration: Ongoing Ages: 7-18 Contact: info@ hrgacademy.com

ORLANDO MAGIC CAMPS Holy Family Catholic School, 5129 S. Apopka-Vineland Road;

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Camp dates: June 29 to July 3, July 13-17, July 18 (clinic), July 27-31, Aug. 3-7 (RDV Sportsplex); June 29 to July 3, July 6-10 (Holy Family Catholic School) Tuition: $270 per week ($75 for clinic on July 18 at RDV) Registration: nba.com/magic/youth/campsand-clinics Ages: 6-17 Contact: nba.com/magic/youth/campsand-clinics

ORLANDO TENNIS ACADEMY Windermere Prep, 6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Windermere; and West Orange Country Club, 3300 W Orange Country Club Dr, Winter Garden Details: Expert coaches train children, teens and adults of all skill levels in tennis.

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BUILDING PATHWAYS SOCIAL AND LIFE SKILLS CAMP Because of confidentiality, call for Winter Garden address Details: Participants learn social and life skills as they engage in fun activities.

Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays June 15 through July 31 Tuition: $350 per week Registration: (407) 654-9711 Ages: 11 and older (must be toilet-trained and able to walk independently) Contact: buildingpathwaysinfo@gmail. com or building-pathways.com

CHANCE 2 DANCE — MUSICAL THEATER PERFORMING ARTS SUMMER CAMP Chance 2 Dance Studio, 264 S.R. 436, Casselberry Details: The six weeks of Performing Arts Summer Day

Camps are put on by inclusionand special needs-certified performing artists for children, youth and adults with varying needs and disabilities. The organization is following the recommended COVID-19 CDC social-distancing standards.

Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mondays through Fridays June 15 through July 31 Tuition: $1,700 for the entire six weeks of day camp, $600 for a full two-week session of camp, $330 for one week Registration: chance2dancefl. org/summercamps Ages: 8 and older Contact: (407) 588-9589

INTERVENTIONS UNLIMITED & ALPINE ACADEMY VIRTUAL SOCIAL SKILLS SUMMER CAMP Interventions Unlimited, 848 Executive Drive, Oviedo Details: Using the principles

of Applied Behavior Analysis, this program focuses on improving your child’s social communication.

Camp dates: Mondays through Fridays, June 8 through July 17 (except Friday, July 3) Tuition: $180 per two-week session Registration: $40; form available online at interventionsunlimited.com Ages: 4-14 Contact: (407) 6788889 or ally@myalpine.org.

OCA Camps held at 4917 Eli St., Orlando Details: Campers participate in indoor and outdoor games, arts and crafts, team sports, swimming, field trips, social skills and music therapy.

Camp dates: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; weekly sessions June 8 through Aug. 7 Tuition: $200 per week for full

UCP OF CENTRAL FLORIDA SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM UCP Winter Garden/West Orange, 1297 Winter GardenVineland Road, Suite 110, Winter Garden Details: Themed sessions designed to spark creativity.

Camp dates: Five-day camp 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June 8 through Jul 29 Tuition: $135 per week for elementary-age summer camp; free VPK for any child entering kindergarten in August, available based on eligibility and space; call for information, free lunches. Registration: Ongoing, by appointment only; call in advance Ages: Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade Contact: (407) 852-3300, Ext. 5000

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ORANGE COUNTY n Deputy Scott Pine Community Park, 6865 Ficquette Road, Windermere, is home to the Windermere High football field and track, as well as a rec field.

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SUMMER FUN 2020 n Pollard Park, 525 W. Hull Ave., is ready for play. It has a lighted basketball court, a 1,000-square-foot Willie Welch Pavilion featuring eight picnic tables (two are handicap accessible) and grills, a KaBOOM! Playground, and more.

n George Bailey Park is located at 11974 Roberson Road.

Amenities include baseball fields, a playground, pavilions and picnic areas. n Gotha Park is a 1.5-acre park at 10013 Parkridge-Gotha Road. It has tennis courts, a playground area and pavilion with picnic tables. n Independence Park, 5849 New Independence Parkway, Winter Garden, is a walk-up park with playgrounds, a playing field and picnic areas. n Lake Down Boat Ramp is located on Conroy-Windermere Road. There is a free boat ramp to launch boats into Lake Down and limited parking with a handicap permit. n Lakeside Village Park is at 10820 Village Lake Road, Windermere. It has a playground and hiking areas and is dogfriendly. n R.D. Keene Park and Boat Ramp is situated on 52 acres at 10900 Chase Road, Windermere. The boat ramp is open from sunrise to sunset daily. The area also has soccer fields and a covered children’s playground. n Rose Place is located at 8200 Old Winter Garden Road at the corner of Apopka-Vineland Road. The 18-acre park features a covered playground, picnic tables and grills, benches and a skating area. n Shadow Bay Park, 5100 Turkey Lake Road, Orlando, has 17 tennis courts, a fishing area, youth softball fields, basketball courts and picnic pavilions. n Summerport Park, 14491 Bridgewater Crossings Blvd., Windermere, is a small neighborhood walk-up park with playgrounds and picnic areas.

Hours are sunrise to sunset.

n Speer Park is located at 331 N. Tubb St. The park contains sidewalks for strolling through the mature oaks and palm trees, grills and picnic tables, a rentable gazebo for special events and a castle-themed playground, which includes swings and slides.

ORANGE COUNTY Tibet-Butler Preserve is located at 8777 Winter Garden-Vineland Road.

Visitors can experience various forms of nature along six trails and boardwalks leading to Osprey Outlook on Lake Tibet-Butler. There are exhibits and displays inside the Vera Carter Environmental Center.

The preserve is open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

n Tildenville Park, 202 Shongi Ave., Winter Garden, near Avalon Road is a 6.5-acre park featuring play equipment and picnic tables. It is open from sunrise to sunset daily. n West Beach Park, just south of the Tibet-Butler Preserve at 9227 Winter Garden-Vineland Road. It is open daily form 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. This 20.3-acre lakefront park has picnic areas, charcoal grills, volleyball courts and a shaded playground structure. n West Orange Soccer Park is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Monday to Sunday. Four lighted fields can be reserved until 10 p.m. The soccer fields are south of the Roper Family Y. The West Orange Dog Park is located at 150 Windermere Road in Winter Garden, just west of the Y. .

n VanderLey Park, 117 Gulley Ave. The park boasts two pavilions, picnic tables, grills and benches within a meandering path of sidewalks, which connects to the West Orange Trail.

OCOEE n Bill Breeze Park, 125 N. Lakeshore Drive. This park features an open play field, the Veteran’s Memorial, a gazebo and restrooms. n The West Orange Trail is a 22-mile paved trail that runs through the communities of Oakland, Winter Garden, Ocoee and Apopka. It is open daily from sunrise to sunset and includes a path for biking and hiking and an equestrian trail.

OAKLAND n Jefferson P. “Jake” Voss Fishing Pier, located at the north end of Tubb Street on the shores of Lake Apopka. n Oakland Nature Preserve, 747 Machete Trail. ONP includes a two-thirds-mile boardwalk that takes guests through a natural setting to the lake’s shore, several upland trails located throughout the preserve’s 128 acres and an Environmental Education Center that has a museum and classroom. oaklandnaturepreserve.org.

n Forest Oaks Park, 1708 Ison Lane. There is a basketball court and a playground at this park. n Freedom Park, 671 Thornebrooke Drive. In addition to an open play field and a baseball field, this park has a pavilion with picnic facilities, a playground and restrooms. n Jim Beech Recreation Center, 1820 A.D. Mims Road. Next to the soccer field there is a pavilion with picnic facilities and a playground. There is an open play field across from the center that houses the gymnasium and restrooms. n Montgomery Avenue Park, 703 California Ave. There is an open play area, pavilion, picnic tables and walking track.

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n Municipal Lakefront Park, 150 N. Lakeshore Drive. On the shores of Starke Lake, this park has a boat launch, fishing pier and pavilions with picnic facilities. n Ocoee Family Aquatic Center, 1820 A.D. Mims Road. Cool off in the pool which has a zero-depth entry and spray features. n Palm Park, 529 Palm Drive. Enjoy the walking trail at this park. n Palm Drive Park, 456 Palm Drive. It features a playground and basketball court. n Parkside/Coventry Park, 2730 Coventry Lane. There is a playground, a pavilion with picnic facilities, an open play field along with a tennis and basketball court. n Prairie Lake Park, 2075 Hackney Prairie Road. You can enjoy a walk along the nature trail, use the non-motorized boat launch or fish off the dock. n Russell Drive Park, 1268 Russell Drive. Enjoy fishing or play on the playground at this location.

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n Silver Glenn Park, 419 Sterling Lake Drive. This park offers picnic facilities and fishing. n Sorenson Fields, 755 Bob Sorenson Lane. At this park there are two lighted baseball fields and restrooms. n Tiger Minor Park, 401 Geneva St.. Offering basketball and tennis courts with lights. The park also includes an open play field and a playground. n Vandergrift Central Park, 560 Flewelling Drive. This park offers a football field, three baseball fields and a basketball court. The park also includes a playground, pavilions with picnic facilities, restrooms, a fishing pier and a sand volleyball court. n Vignetti Park, 1910 Adair St. Home to two softball fields, handball, tennis and basketball courts. All sports facilities are lighted. The park also has an open play area, a playground, restrooms and a recreation facility.

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WINDERMERE Note: Town of Windermere residents can call Town Hall at (407) 876-2563 to obtain a key for tennis courts and boat ramps. n Central Park is located on Oakdale Street between Fourth and Fifth avenues. It includes workout stations, playground equipment, picnic tables, a

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WINTER GARDEN Tucker Ranch Recreational Park and Nature Preserve is located at 70 Tucker Road, Winter Garden.

The 209-acre park and preserve opened in October 2018. It includes picnic areas, a canoe and kayak launch, communitybuilt playground, open spaces and nature trails. Leashed dogs are allowed in the park.

It is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

pavilion, walking path, Frisbee golf, bike racks, new park benches, water fountains and bottle-filling stations, and parking.

n Palmer Park is on Pine Street between Second and Third avenues. It has a playground, picnic table, park benches and parking.

n Centennial Plaza, at the intersection of Boyd and Plant streets. The centerpiece is a water fountain with benches and the city gazebo.

n Fernwood Park is on Lake Butler with the entrance on Seventh Avenue and Butler Street. It provides access to the boat ramp for town residents and features a boat dock and parking.

n Park Among the Lakes at Main Street is between Second and Third avenues. There are three tennis courts for residents.

n Chapin Station, 501 W. Crown Point Cross Road off the West Orange Trail. It has basketball courts, tennis courts, a picnic pavilion and grills, a large playground and restrooms.

n Johnson Park, Lake Bessie lakefront along Sixth Avenue between Lee and Lake streets. n Lake Bessie Lakefront Park includes the Lake Bessie shoreline from Eighth to 11th avenues. There is a boat ramp for town residents only. n Lake Down Park, Lake Down lakefront at Fifth Avenue and Lake Street. This park has a swim area, boat dock, park benches, picnic table and swing. n Lake Street Park is at the end of Fifth Avenue at Lake Street adjacent to the end of the trail along Lake Down. The park features a walking trail, park benches, a fishing pier, picnic tables and a swing.

n Parramore Park is on Main Street between Fifth and Seventh avenues. It is the former railroad right-of-way in front of Town Square and the police department and is used for landscape and drainage only. n Pocket Park on East Fifth Avenue off Main Street features park benches. n Town Square includes the oneblock area from Main Street to Forest Street between Fifth and Sixth avenues. It includes Town Hall, Franklin W. Chase Memorial Library, basketball courts, park benches and parking. There is a 9/11 memorial there, as well as the Historic Cal Palmer Building.

WINTER GARDEN n Braddock Park, 13460 Lake Butler Blvd. This park has soccer and softball fields and a playground.

n Dr. Bradford Memorial Park, 220 W. Division St. It has one large covered picnic area with a grill and several other covered picnic tables and short boardwalk. n Interactive splash pad and pavilion downtown at 230 S. Lakeview Ave. The splash pad is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily (with a change of hours in the winter months). n Jessie Brock Community Center and Park, 310 N. Dillard St. It includes 1/3-mile exercise trail with outdoor exercise equipment. Leashed pets are allowed. The campus houses the Winter Garden Parks and Recreation administrative offices and the city’s recreation programs.

n Maple Street Park, 142 Florida Ave., at the corner of Maple and Charles streets. The park has three lighted basketball courts, two three-wall racquetball courts/tennis backboard, a volleyball court, a skate park with three ramps and grind rails, a small playground, picnic area with grills and an open field for playing. n Marvin Zanders Park, 322 11th St. It has a fenced-in swimming pool (Bouler Pool), playground with a picnic shelter and grills and lighted basketball courts. n Newton Park, 31 W. Garden Ave. behind Tanner Hall. The park has several picnic tables, a covered picnic area, grill, adjacent fenced-in playground, large grassy area for playing games and running around, a boat ramp, two small bridges and a pier over Lake Apopka.

Rental facilities are available.

Farnsworth Pool is located on the grounds and is open for public swimming during summer months. n Tenth Street Pocket Park, at the corner of 10th and Center streets. This park has a shelter and picnic area. n Veterans Memorial Park, 420 S. Park Ave. The park has two softball fields, two fencedin tennis courts (lighted), six fenced-in pickleball courts, a multipurpose field, a playground, two full-court basketball courts (lighted), sand volleyball court and three picnic areas with grills. Across the street at 415 S. Park is Sam Williams Little League Complex, with three Little League fields, and Walker Field, used for Pop Warner youth football games.

The park is open until 10 p.m. daily. n Winter Garden Trailhead Station, Plant Street just east of Dillard Street. It has a playground pavilion for free use or for rental.

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