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Many of our Illinois Leadership Camps offer Winter Leadership Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in January, 2017.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Leadership Camp you're interested in a call to check on Winter dates, times and availability.
Many of our Leadership Camps will be hosting Winter Reunions for their previous campers, and Winter Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for January, 2017.
Looking for a Great Illinois Leadership Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best Illinois Day Leadership Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best Illinois Summer Leadership Camps also offer Year Round Leadership Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Leadership Programs, too.
Searching for Illinois Leadership Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Leadership Camps are now listing their 2017 Winter Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Winter Employment Opportunities" pages.
View ALL IL Camps with Winter Work & Leadership Training Opportunities.
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YMCA Camp Lakewood
Potosi, Missouri
Ages: 6-17 . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: YMCA Camp Lakewood is an awesome overnight adventure for children! With 5,200 acres and 360-acre lake, kids get outdoors having fun, making friends and learning new skills. They participate in sports, equestrian, arts & crafts, caving, high adventure, water activities and more, and also learn about accomplishment, belonging and character.
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Camp Lantern Creek
Montgomery, Texas
Ages: 7 - 16 . All Girl Campers. Overnight Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Lantern Creek is an overnight camp for girls ages 7-17 located in the piney woods of Montgomery,Texas. We have gone beyond the traditional rules for what summer camp "should" be and developed unexpected, wide-ranging activities with a common theme: fostering self-confidence and creative thinking in girls. We nurture a diverse group of girls to feel that they can accomplish anything - or at least try. We celebrate both successes and great attempts.
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Camp Pillsbury
Owatonna, Minnesota
Ages: 6-17 . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp. Day Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Pillsbury is a premier summer for boys and girls ages 6 to 17. Strong offerings in Theater, Circus, Music, Dance, Sports, Magic, Technology, and more. More than 100 activities! Campers choose their activities daily, making each day special for each individual camper. Five, 2 WEEK sleepaway sessions begin June 12th to August 21th. Enroll now at: CampPillsbury.com.
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Visit Our Swift Nature Camp Website
630 654 8036
W7471 Ernie Swift Rd
Minong, WI 54859
Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois
25 Baybrook, Oak Brook, Il. 60523
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TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Overnight
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Non-denominational... believing in a higher power.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Swift Nature Camp is an overnight nature camp for boys and girls ages 6-15. Our focus is to blend traditional summer camp activities while increasing a child's appreciation for nature, science and the environment.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Our small size allows us to give individual attention to each and every child.
Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Science, Academics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Nature, Science, Outdoors.
Discovery Camp Is Our -Special 1st Time Camper Program That Is Only For 1st Time For All 50 Campers. We Meet The Special Need Of The Younger & New To Camping Children. See How On Our Website.
CAMP LOCATION: Swift Nature Camp is located deep in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Our 80 acres are contiguous with a county forest. Our 1200 acre lake is perfect for swimming, skiing, kneeboarding, fishing, sailing and much more
CAMP FACILITIES: We are a small camp with nearly 1/2 mile of lake frontage. Our 10 cabins are neat and clean they have electricity and heat for those cool summer nights. See more pictures and video on our website
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Swift Nature Camp is an overnight nature camp for boys and girls ages 6-15. Our focus is to blend traditional summer camp activities while increasing a child's appreciation for nature, science and the environment.
Our special Discovery Camp is a nurturing program for first-time overnight campers, offering additional staff to provide support and encouragement to overcome homesickness and build confidence. The program welcomes no more than 50 first-time campers, and the special attention that this intimate group receives is the reason that more than 92% of them wish to return.
Swift Nature Camp offers traditional summer camp activities along with an environmental focus. Campers enjoy an active Nature Center, Pet Zoo, and Department of Natural Resources sponsored programs, plus recreational activities that include canoe and backpack trips, horseback riding, swimming, arts & crafts, team courses, archery, sailing, water skiing, tubing and sports.
In addition to these traditional activities, Swift Nature Camp is so much more. We are a child-centered program located away from technology, celebrity culture and academic pressures. Through fun activities and positive staff role models, we help children develop lifelong skills such as confidence, teamwork, leadership, compassion and communication. Our small size allows us to promote each child's personal development by providing fun, friendship and leadership in a supportive and noncompetitive environment. While away from home, children will have the opportunity to act on their own, become self-reliant, and try things for themselves.
Many of our kids return year after year saying that "Swift allows me to be my real self with real people." And we feel that's a good thing!
All of this happens in the fun and sun of the north woods of Wisconsin. For staff and campers alike, Swift Nature Camp is more than just a place to be: it is their summer home. So why not have your child join our summer camp family this summer?
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Yes we have a leadership program for those who are 16 & 17 years old.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: YES, scholarships are available. Please, see our website.
OTHER CAMP INFO: We are most excited by 1st Time Camper Program that is only for children that have never been to summer camp before. This program has only 5 children in a cabin with 2 counselors. Allowing us to give every child loads of attention for their first time away from home.
Our programs begin mid June and go till mid August
DISCOVERY CAMP (2 WEEKS), June 18-June 30
Boys & Girls 6-12, Cost $1299
EXPLORER CAMP (3 WEEKS), July 2-July 21
Boys & Girls 7-15, Cost $1999
EXPLORER CAMP (3 WEEKS), July 23-August 11
Boys & Girls 7-15, Cost $1999
ADVENTURER CAMP (6 WEEKS), July 2-August 11
Boys & Girls 7-15
Cost $3699
CANADIAN CANOE TRIP (5 days), August 14-18
Boys & Girls 14-17, Cost $499
Swift Nature Camp is looking for great young people to be Camp Counselors and activity specialist. So if you want to spend your summer outside, being a role model to kids be sure to see our website
You can change a child's life this summer and in turn change yours.
Watch Our Swift Nature Camp Jobs Video at: This Website Link
Watch Our Swift Nature Camp Promo Video at: This Website Link.
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Swift Nature Camp
Some Illinois Leadership Camps offer BOTH Day and Overnight Camp options. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours.
Some Illinois Leadership Day Camps also offer Extended Camp Hours for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick Up. If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
Visit Our Smith Walbridge Clinics Website
P.O. Box 859
Mahomet, IL 61853
Fort Myers, Florida
Watch Our Smith Walbridge Clinics Video
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Range from 4 to 6 days, housing included. Commuter options.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1949, Smith Walbridge became the first camp in the country to offer specialized training for marching band related activities. The tradition, reputation, and success of the SWC organization has earned international respect in the music education world. The elite status of the various clinics and workshops continues to attract high school, middle school, college students, and directors internationally. See our website for detailed descriptions of each clinic we offer: This Website Link
Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more. Flag & Rifle, Marching Band, Drumline, Directors Workshops: Marching Band & Drill Design, Leadership, Drum Major, Mace & Signal Baton, Student Conductor
CAMP LOCATION: Clinics and Workshops are help on the campus of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, IL. Florida Clinic Location held on the campus of Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, Florida. Visit our website at This Website Link to view information or request a brochure.
CAMP FACILITIES: LIVING FACILITIES: Modern air-conditioned dorms available exclusively for our clinics, Dorms located adjacent to fields and teaching areas, Plenty of parking areas around dorm for easy check-in and checkout, Large modern air-conditioned lounge areas for relaxing and visiting INSTRUCTIONAL FACILITIES: Four large drill fields located near the dorm, A large-scale field house backup for inclement weather, Plenty of shaded teaching areas, Large air-conditioned indoor rooms for some classes, and rehearsals Doudna Fine Arts Theater for evening events. PERFORMANCE FIELD: Closing ceremonies and performance will be presented in OBrien stadium. FREE TIME ACTIVITIES: Rotary water park with pools, water slides, fountains, etc. Basketball and tennis courts on site for use, Video games and pool table in dorm, Outdoor cookout (drum major clinic), DJ party, Stunt Night (Talent Show; a long time tradition at SWC), Serenade evening after Stunt Night (Drum Major Clinics only)
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: See complete descriptions of all clinics at This Website Link
Drum Major Clinic: Agenda
-Special training for college students
-All conducting classes taught by professional university conductors
-Drum majors who return or attend both sessions do not repeat same classes
-Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced levels of conducting
-Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced levels of showmanship
-Fundamentals of drill design
-Squad drills and competition with signals and commands
-Daily individual evaluations of fundamentals
-Daily individual video tape evaluations
-Leadership and motivational techniques
-Individual help with score study
-Teaching and cleaning drill
-Developing individual styles in conducting and showmanship
-Methods for teaching marching fundamentals
-Elective classes including: multi-drum majoring, salutes, showmanship, choreography, various marching styles
and twirling maces/signal batons
Marching Band Clinic: Agenda
-Thorough marching fundamentals and basic commands
-Individual help with marching style and posture problems
-How to learn drills and read charts
-Basic knowledge of drill design
-The science of marching and the nine concepts of movement
-Measurements and grid systems
-Administration and organization
-These students are gradually merged with the advanced students
Experienced Marchers/Section Leaders
-Accelerated marching fundamentals review
-Music basics, including tuning, tone production, articulations, reading skills and technique
-Exercises for teaching marching while playing an instrument
-How to teach and clean marching drills
-Basic commands review
-Motivation, attitude and team concepts
-Music rehearsal techniques
-Methods for teaching marching fundamentals of various styles
-Analyzing and resolving posture problems
Drumline Clinic: Agenda
-Leadership and motivation concepts
-Drumline marching fundamentals
-Warm-up and technical exercises
-Sectional teamwork
-Rehearsal techniques
-Cadences and visuals
-Visuals and modern body movement
Flag & Rifle Clinic: Agenda
-Optional saber spinning classes
-High teacher to student ratio
-Routines created exclusively for the clinic
-Several music selections from recent marching band publications
-Free video and audio tapes of routines for each school
-An opportunity for students to learn how to create their own routines
-Group and individual evaluations and awards
-Modern body movement technique classes
-Marching fundamentals
-Free instructional manuals
-Optional sponsor/instructor sessions
Leadership Workshop: Agenda
-Group Psychology
-Self Analysis
-Creativity exercises
-Problem solving
-Motivational concepts
-Solving discipline problems
-Teamwork methods
-Training student leaders
-Interactive exercises to solve various problems
-Exercises and interactive activities that have purpose
-Activities that can be used at home to achieve results
-Learning about maturity and responsibility
-New curriculum each year
Mace & Signal Baton Workshop: Agenda
-Spice up performance skills with spectacular tricks, salutes, and twirling routines
-Develop a dynamic visual presentation sure to dazzle the audience and the judges too!
-Break away from common Drum Major staging, making a powerful contribution to the visual elements of the band's performance
-Expert instructors with extensive performance experience
-Three levels of instruction
Student Conductor Workshop: Agenda
-Group conducting sessions focused on basic conducting techniques
-Individualized instruction throughout the clinic
-Lab Band: Students conduct a live ensemble of other workshop attendees
-Students are recorded & provided with video footage of their conducting experience daily
-Private Conducting Lessons
-Time devoted to study scores & recordings from your own school with our staff
-Opportunities to share & exchange ideas with campers from schools throughout the country
-Input and feedback from our First Class staff
Drill Design Workshop: Agenda
-Beginner level training for Pyware 3D drill design software and drill design methodology
-Advanced level training for more advanced techniques with Pyware 3D
-Individual assistance and an opportunity to work on your own marching band drills
-State-of-the art computer lab
-Exchange of ideas
-Discussions about special individual situations
Marching Band Directors Workshop: Agenda
-Teaching fundamentals for flags and colorguard concerns
-Basic teaching techniques for marching percussion
-Rehearsal techniques for marching fundamentals
-Music rehearsal techniques for marching band
-Motivational and leadership concepts
-Basic drill design techniques
-Group psychology
-Discussion groups, exchanging ideas and solutions to problems
-Observation and discussion of video tapes of various marching bands
-Percussion topics for band directors
-Modern body movements and choreography
-Special considerations for large and small bands
-Recruitment, public relations and marketing ideas
-Parade marching
-Question – answer sessions with the experts
-Solutions to typical marching band problems
-How to teach and clean drill
-Identifying and solving posture problems and stylistic inconsistencies
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program: This Website Link
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: DISCOUNTS (Illinois location only)
-HALF PRICE for Drum Major Week 2 if attending Week 1.
-HALF PRICE for Leadership, Mace & Signal Baton, and Student Conductor Workshops if attending any other Clinic.
-Band Directors can attend the Drill Design or Marching Band Directors Workshops for free if sending 20 or more students and half price if sending 12-19 students to any combination of clinics or workshops.
-Colorguard sponsors or instructors can attend the Flag and Rifle Clinic free if sending 20 or more students and half price if sending 1-19 students to any combination of clinics or workshops.
-Student discounts of 10% are available for schools sending 12-19 students, and 20% for sending 20 or more students to any combination of sessions. If one student attends more than one session, each additional attendance counts towards the minimum. PAYMENTS MUST BE COLLECTED AND MADE IN BULK AND SET UP WITH THE OFFICE IN ADVANCE.
OTHER CAMP INFO: SW will transport participants to and from Champaign (air, train, bus) terminals for those traveling using public transportation. A SW staff member in a SW shirt and a sign will meet participants at their designated location. SW IS NOT a licensed chauffeur service. Our transportation assistance is intended provide free service to help minimize travel expenses costs. SW is not responsible for delays or cancellations that may occur while traveling. SW will not be responsible for traveler's expenses resulting from cancellations, hotels, meals, or bag fees. SW provides this service for pick up in Champaign only. Those needing this assistance are required to complete and send us the Public Transportation Form. Mail/fax/e-mail it to us not less than 5 days in advance of your arrival.
ILLINOIS LOCATION [AT] EIU Charleston, IL
-Drum Major Clinic- week 1- $540 Resident/$420 Commuter.
-Flag/Rifle Clinic- $325 Resident/$245 Commuter.
-Marching Band Clinic- $325 Resident/$245 Commuter.
-Drumline Clinic- $325 Resident/$245 Commuter.
-Marching Band Directors Clinic- $375 Resident/$265 Commuter. (CPDU credit, grad credit available)
-Drill Design Clinic- $285 Resident/$215 Commuter. (CPDU credit, Grad credit available)
-Leadership Clinic- $255 Resident/$195 Commuter.
-Mace and Signal Baton Clinic- $255 Resident/ $195 Commuter.
-Student Conductor Clinic- $255 Resident/ $195 Commuter.
-Drum Major Clinic- week 2- $540 Resident/$420 Commuter.
FLORIDA CLINICS LOCATION [AT] FGCU Fort Myers, FL
June 11-15, 2017:
-Drum Major Clinic- $495 Resident/$350 Commuter
-Section Leader Clinic- $495 Resident/$350 Commuter
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Smith Walbridge Clinics
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Visit Our Oasis Summer Day Camp Website
Ridge Avenue
Winnetka, Illinois 60093
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More than 6 months ago. Contact camp for the latest 2017 camp info.
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. A premier day camp on the north shore of Chicago. The hours are from 8-5:30, Monday through Friday.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
Fine Arts/Crafts, Swimming, Team Sports, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP FACILITIES: This camp has two campuses located in Winnetka, IL and Highland Park, IL., from these drop-off and pick-up locations we visit a wide variety of destinations around the Chicagoland area to offer children every opportunity for fun. From swimming, to science classes, farms, museums and even amusement parks we have something that every child will enjoy.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our program is geared to fully engage your child. There is no single focus, but more of a variety of programming to be sure our campers have a fun as well as educational summer. Please refer to our Calendar of Events for more detailed information about what this season has to offer at This Website Link!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.
Please see our website for detailed information about what this summer has to offer as well as pricing at This Website Link.
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Oasis Summer Day Camp
Some Illinois Leadership Camps offer Camperships, Scholarships, and other forms of full or partial financial assistance to deserving campers.
Be sure to check each camp's description under "CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE" for complete information, including exactly how to apply.
Visit Our JCYS Camp Henry Horner Website
(847) 740-5010
26710 W. Nippersink Road
Ingleside, Illinois 60041
Watch Our JCYS Camp Henry Horner Video
CAMPER AGES: Kindergarten - 10th Grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Jewish.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: From one-week to eight-week camp experiences, and Day Camp and Overnight Camp options, our fantastic location on Wooster Lake has a plethora of opportunities to offer each camper, including: a high-ropes course and zipline, lake activities and pool fun, sports galore, arts & crafts, campfires – and friendships that last a lifetime.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Located on the same 180 acres in Ingleside, Camp Red Leaf (CRL) is specially designed to serve individuals ages 9 and upward with developmental disabilities, emotional and behavioral needs. The highly adaptable programs at CRL strive to increase self-esteem, promote interaction, improve social skills and encourage independence in a natural environment.
As the only American Camp Association accredited camp serving both children and adults with disabilities in metropolitan Chicago, Camp Red Leaf fulfills a vital need for safe, reliable, and enriching programming for individuals with special needs
Dance, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Cheerleading, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located on 180 acres on the shores of Lake Wooster about an hour from Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI in Ingleside, Illinois.
CAMP FACILITIES: JCYS Camp Henry Horner accommodations range from small lodges with kitchen facilities to large dorm-style housing that can accommodate over 100 people at a time. Located on Lake Wooster, our boathouse is full of canoes and kayaks for your water adventures while the lake is home to multiple large inflatables for swimming fun.
Camp is also home to the High Sierra Adventure Center that has a high and low ropes course, zipline and climbing wall, through traditional rock climbing is also available for the more adventurous camper! A heated pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, soccer fields, baseball diamonds, Ga Ga pit and more make up a sports-lover's paradise. But it is the campfires by the lake that make the best ending to any day at Camp.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Accredited by the American Camp Association, Camp Henry Horner brings the beauty of nature, the adventure of the wild, and the creature comforts of our home together in one amazing summer camp experience.
Our summer staff of 200 professional and talented role models from around the world provide the highest level of care for each and every camper. Our extremely skilled team includes day and overnight counselors, program specialists and health center staff. For 100 years, Camp Henry Horner has provided a beautiful outdoor backdrop to summer camp memories and friendships.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: All of our campers are mini-counselors in training, and several overnight campers have become some of our favorite counselors as they get older!
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Jewish Council for Youth Services provides over $100,000 in scholarships to families each year. Families are able to apply for financial scholarships when they register for JCYS Camp Henry Horner. For more details, contact Camp Director Isaac Brubaker at ibrubaker[AT]jcys.org.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Families can choose from anywhere from one-week to eight-week camp experiences, and Day Camp versus Overnight Camp options. Our flexibility and ability to work within your schedule, makes JCYS Camp Henry Horner an ideal fit for your family's perfect summer.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: JCYS Camp Henry Horner hosts outdoor excursions for groups of all ages. Perfect for an office retreat or a school field trip, for just the day or a full week, Camp Henry Horner's campus is easily accessible and adaptable to your group's needs.
Group activities can include team-building adventures on our high and low ropes course, zipline and climbing wall; kayak and canoe excursions on Lake Wooster; outdoor education programs tailored for your group and take advantage of our sprawling 180 acres of Camp; and cookouts, campfires and more!
Families can choose from anywhere from one-week to eight-week camp experiences, and Day Camp versus Overnight Camp options. Our flexibility and ability to work within your schedule, makes JCYS Camp Henry Horner an ideal fit for your family's perfect summer.
For more information regarding dates and fees, along with online registration, please visit This Website Link.
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JCYS Camp Henry Horner
Visit Our Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy Website
New Jersey
806 E. Avenida Pico Suite I #318
San Clemente, CA 92673
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
Soccer, Team Sports, and more. Lacrosse, & Leadership.
CAMP LOCATION: The JFSLA is held in three locations through the summer. Visit our website for dates and sites.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy combines a five-night, six-day residential Summer Soccer Camp for girls ages 12-18 and a Leadership Academy. This year in NJ we successfully integrated Lacrosse into the Academy for Girls ages 12-18.
We focus on two overlapping components-- Sports and Leadership.
Our summer residential camp locations are in NJ, IL and CA. We have World Class role models, Olympic Gold Medalists and World Champions on staff every year!
The aim of the JFSLA is to expose students to Julie's great passion: the concept of not just being a leader on the field but a LEADER IN LIFE.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The JFSLA offers a full and rich leadership curriculum alongside the sport offerings at the Academy.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships available through application process.
JUNE 28 - JULY 3: (Sat-Thurs) OAKBROOK, IL
JULY 7- 12: (Mon-Sat) HIGHTSTOWN, NJ
JULY 20-25: (Sun-Fri) ATHERTON, CA
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Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy
Visit Our Good Times Day Camp Libertyville Website
1601 Northwind Blvd.
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
Watch Our Good Times Day Camp Libertyville Video
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays from 6:30am - 5:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Gymnastics, Swimming, Wrestling, and more.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Based in Libertyville, IL out of the Libertyville Sports Complex, Good Times offers campers exciting and active programs for children ages 4-12. Each week is filled with hours of swimming, exciting field trips, various sports, exciting activities, and a theme based cookout every Friday.
We accommodate parents' busy schedules by offering extended hours from 6:30am to 5:30pm at no extra charge. Schedules are flexible & you can come only the days you want. We have bases and shuttle buses throughout Lake County to areas such as Lake Zurich, Grayslake, Mundelein, Gurnee, Abbott Park, & Vernon Hills.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Good Times offers a special program to certain campers over the age of 12. This program helps transition eager teen campers into responsible working adults. Gophers are assistants to their assigned counselors and in no way have responsibility over any camper. A few veteran Gophers will show extraordinary qualities and will be allowed to become camp interns. Many of Good Times best counselors were at one time campers themselves. How does a camper become a Gopher? The Gopher program is by invitation only. If selected, you will receive an invitation early in January from Director Peggy. Normal camp fees apply unless noted in the invitation. Contact us for more information.
Summer of 2014 — June 8th to August 14th All Summer Plan: The best deal of the summer! 10 weeks of Fun! 49 days at 20% off the daily rate! First Camper $3,500.00 for the Summer Additional Camper $3,200.00 for the Summer.
Registration Before April 15th Registration fee is $100.00 per child. $100.00 per child deposit is due upon registration. After April 15th Registration fee is $125.00 per child. $125.00 per child deposit is due upon registration. Campers must finalize their schedule by May 15th.* Schedule changes after this date are subject to a $25 change fee. Balance is due by June 1st.
Included with Tuition & Registration - Camp Gear: includes two camp T-shirts, camp bag, camp towel, and camp money holder. - Extended Hours: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. - Lunch on Fridays and on miscellaneous field trip days. - All field trip fees. - All swimming passes. - 2014 Camp DVD.
Weekly or Daily Plan: Select the full weeks you want at a great Monday through Friday rate. * First Camper $375.00 per Week Additional Camper $350.00 per Week Add select days to your weekly plan or simply select specific days throughout the summer.* First Camper $93.75 per Day Additional Camper $87.50 per Day Available Discounts & Bonuses: Register by April 15th — get an extra camp T-shirt.
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Good Times Day Camp Libertyville
Visit Our JCC "Z" Frank Apachi Day Camp Website
305 Woodridge Lane
Northbrook, Illinois 60062
CAMPER AGES: 4 years-6th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9:30 am -3:30 pm, before and after camp program available
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Affiliated with JCC Chicago and welcoming to the entire community
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, and more. Boating
Challenge/Adventure Course
Floor Hockey
Martial Arts
Sand Volleyball
CAMP LOCATION: Tucked away on 10 private acres in Northbrook, IL, our wooded campus is grassy and sunny with lots of trees for shade and comfort.
CAMP FACILITIES: Our amazing facilities include: Two large heated outdoor pools, an arts & crafts studio, boating pond, air-conditioned buildings for hot and rainy days, challenge course with climbing wall and boulder, two ball fields, and basketball, volleyball and tennis courts.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: JCC "Z" Frank Apachi Day Camp offers magical experiences for children living in the northern suburbs. Camp includes door-to-door bus service plus twice weekly lunch, field trips, camp t-shirt, camp CD and twice daily swim. Our full-time camp director works year-round to assure your child a summer full of memories and friendships to last a lifetime.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Counselor-in-Training program for 8th-10th grade
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available, please contact the camp office.
For more information on sessions, dates and fees, visit our website.
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JCC Z Frank Apachi Day Camp
Visit Our Camp Ondessonk Website
3760 Ondessonk Rd
Ozark, Illinois 62972
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TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers. All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Since 1959, Camp Ondessonk has provided children and children-at-heart the opportunity to experience first hand the beauty of God's creation. Located in the Shawnee National Forest of Southern Illinois, Ondessonk's summer camp programs provide an experience that encourages campers to have fun, grow spiritually, make friends, grow in self-confidence and self-esteem, and develop values.
Horses/Equestrian, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Location & Directions:
Camp Ondessonk is located just east of Illinois Route 45, on Ozark Road, near the town of Ozark, IL.
Ozark Road intersects Route 45 at the Ozark General store. This Intersection is 12 miles north of Vienna, IL, 2.7 miles south of New Burnside, IL, or 20 miles south of Harrisburg, IL on Route 45.
A brown department of transportation highway sign marked "Camp Ondessonk" and "Bell Smith Springs" marks the turn from Route 45.
From Route 45, take Ozark Road east one half of a mile to Ondessonk Road (look for the camp gate on right). Make a Right on Ondessonk Road.
CAMP FACILITIES: We have tree house cabins, three lakes, recreation dining hall, horse stables, and a rustic amphitheater.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Ondessonk a residential youth camp provides summer camp programs for children ages 8-18 years old. We are proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association. This accreditation means that Camp Ondessonk thoroughly reviews operational practices, seeks the wisdom of other summer camp professionals, and continually makes improvements within our summer camp program to comply with more than 300 written standards. Only one-fourth of the summer camps in the United States have earned this mark of distinction. In addition, Camp Ondessonk's Equestrian Program is accredited by the Certified Horsemanship Association.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The CIT program is a two week leadership development session designed to prepare participants for possible future counselor positions. Applicants to the CIT program must be 15 years old by May 30, 2015.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: In an effort to make Camp Ondessonk more accessible to children of all economic means, three scholarship opportunities are available. General and St. Kateri scholarship recipients receive partial tuition coverage. Monsignor Fournie Scholarship recipients receive full tuition coverage.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Fall Family Camp
October 9 at 4:00 pm - October 11 at 11:30 am
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Camp Ondessonk Fall Family CampCamp is for everyone! Join us for a weekend of family fun and experience a taste of summer camp as the leaves change and the weather turns down-right pleasant. Many of our best traditional camp activities will be available at Fall Family Camp. Go for a canoe paddle or an afternoon swim, take a horse ride or climb our climbing tower. For a taste of the extreme, give our high ropes course a try. Experience a Camp Ondessonk weekend the whole family can enjoy!
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: February 2015
Camp Ondessonk Gala and Auction Preview Gift Party
February 13 at 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Abbey, 5801 West Main Street, Belleville, 62226
Camp Ondessonk Gala and Auction Preview Gift Party will be held February 13th at The Abbey in Belleville IL.
Camp O Gala and Auction Preview Gift Party
February 13 at 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Abbey, 5801 West Main Street, Belleville, 62226
Join us for the Camp O Gala and Auction Preview Gift Party and enjoy a glass of wine while getting a sneak peak of our new Fournie Mini Camp Village and…
Maple Sugarin' Weekend
February 20 at 4:30 pm - February 22 at 11:30 am
Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Rd., Ozark, 62972 United States
Camp Ondessonk in Ozark IL will be hosting the 1st Annual Maple Sugarin' Weekend February 20-22. Maple syrup-making is an ancient, time-honored tradition. In the late winter months, maple trees…
March 2015
"A Night in Vegas" Camp Ondessonk Gala and Benefit Auction
March 7 at 5:30 pm
Four Points by Sheraton, 319 Fountains Pkwy, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 United States
Click Here to Register for "A Night in Las Vegas!" Registration is easy! You can click on the link above, or you can download an invitation, an event information card,…
Wilderness First Responder Course
March 9 at 8:00 am - March 16 at 5:00 pm
Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Rd., Ozark, 62972 United States
WFR Registration SOLO (Stonehearth Open Learning Opportunities) will be coming to Camp Ondessonk to teach a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Course. SOLO's WFR courses originated in response to the needs of those…
Road Scholar: Hiking in Southern Illinois
March 15 - March 20
Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Rd., Ozark, 62972 United States
On an extraordinary outdoor adventure, Road Scholars will explore the canyons, waterfalls, and creeks of Camp Ondessonk and learn about the area's natural and cultural history and the incredible diversity…
April 2015
Stable Round-Up, Gardening, Restoration and Preservation Weekend
April 10 at 3:00 pm - April 12 at 11:00 am
Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Rd, Ozark, IL 62972 United States
Every spring, volunteers attend the annual Stable Round-Up, Gardening, Restoration and Preservation Weekend to contribute their skills and labor to Camp Ondessonk's stable program and grounds. Past projects include everything from…
Father Son Weekend
April 24 at 4:00 pm - April 26 at 11:00 am
Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Rd, Ozark, IL 62972 United States
Fathers, Sons, and the Great Outdoors. Camp Ondessonk sets aside one weekend a year for this time-honored tradition as old as America itself. No projects to be done, leaky faucets…
May 2015
New/First Time Camper Open House
May 9 at 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Rd, Ozark, IL 62972 United States
The New / First Time Camper Open House is the best way to introduce potential campers (and nervous parents) to the Ondessonk experience. Families will have a chance to meet leadership…
Annual Open House and Homecoming
May 30 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Camp Ondessonk will be opening it's gates to the public May 30, 2015 for the 56th Annual Open House and Homecoming. Join us to commence our 56th summer of "teaching…
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Visit Our YMCA Camp Benson Website
16355 Scenic Palisades Rd.
Mount Carroll, IL 61053
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TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: YCB is an adventure based overnight summer camp in northwestern Illinois for boys and girls in 1st-12th grade. We're dedicated to positively impacting the lives of our campers and providing a transformational camping experience.
Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Rock Climbing, Kayaking, Zip Lining, Cave Exploration, Outdoor Living Skills, High Ropes.
CAMP LOCATION: We are a short two hour drive from Madison, WI, the Chicago Suburbs, and only an hour from Rockford, IL and the Quad Cities.
CAMP FACILITIES: We have 12 modern, brand new cabins with heat and air conditioning. A brand new indoor climbing wall, covered pavilion, 250 seat amphitheater, and more make Camp Benson fun. Take a look around our site and discover why the Chicago-Tribune called our property one of the 7 wonders of the modern world.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: It is the mission of YMCA Camp Benson to provide a safe, fun, transformational and educational experiences for our campers through the demonstration of the four core values.; caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility and by practicing a camper first philosophy. Sending a child to camp is an act of great faith by parents. As directors, we take that responsibility very seriously. We strive to maintain an environment that both encourages personal growth and creates an unforgettable summer experience.The Camp Benson Community is a caring and supporting one, and at the core of everything that takes place at camp.
ADVENTURE camp is our most popular camp. This is a 7 day overnight camp with every activity to chose from based on your age. ADVENTURE CAMP is for those who are ages 8 -14. Your camper will take their summer to new heights. From zip-lining, swimming, and climbing to exploring a cave, high ropes, archery, and campfires. ADVENTURE camp is everything you need for one amazing week of camp.
EXPLORER camp is our starter camp. This is your 4 day overnight camp with fun activities to chose from based on your campers age. Explorer CAMP is for those who have completed kindegarten through 8 years old. Never been to YCB before or still in their first couple of summers at camp? Then EXPLORER camp is just for them. It's one week of camp packed into 4 days. With skits, big games, campfires, songs, and more, your camper is sure to have a great time.
SPECIALTY camps are the camps that have a certain niche to them They include; MEGA camp, TEEN camp, and LITERARY camp. MEGA camp is more than twice the fun! This 14 day camp gives campers the chance to try more activities, participate in the special middle-weekend stay-over, and get to know their counselors and fellow MEGA-campers much better If you are ages 8-14, register early for this one. It will fill quickly. TEEN camp is the one that no camper ages 12-17 wants to miss.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Simply put, an SDP (staff development participant) is a student entering the 9th-12th grade in the fall of 2014. While often this age group is overlooked and underutilized, this is not true at YMCA Camp Benson. SDPs attend Camp Benson for a week at a time serving and learning, growing and expanding, in both leadership and character. There are 4-levels of the Staff Development Program and placement is based on their grade in school, their attendance at weekend retreats, and an application process.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Every child deserves a camp experience. Just one summer at camp can positively influence a child's life forever. Our confidential Financial Assistance Program allows numerous children, who would otherwise not be able to attend, to experience all that YMCA Camp Benson has to offer.
Applications for assistance will be made available on our website beginning in May with submissions being accepted after that.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Every spring and fall YMCA Camp Benson hosts a Family. For more information visit This Website Link.
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Visit Our Camp CBG at the Chicago Botanic Garden Website
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, Illinois 60022
CAMPER AGES: 6 months to 12 years
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp CBG offers morning and afternoon camps, supervised lunch, and full-day camps to give parents flexible scheduling options from June 20 – August 19, 2016. Spend a week or the whole summer at the Garden!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Extra-special attention
Please let us know on your child's Emergency/Health History Form if your child has special needs: i.e. physical, emotional, educational, or medical. Advise us of any severe allergies or chronic illness. This includes information regarding food or airborne allergies. If your child will require special accommodations, please call (847) 835-8361 to discuss your situation prior to registering.
Fine Arts/Crafts, Science, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
The Chicago Botanic Garden is easy to find and easy to reach, approximately 20 miles north of Chicago in Glencoe, IL.
CAMP FACILITIES: The Chicago Botanic Garden's signature day camp provides exciting, fun, and enriching outdoor learning experiences for your child utilizing all the Garden facilities and spaces.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp CBG Mission
The mission of the Chicago Botanic Garden is to promote the enjoyment, understanding, and conservation of plants in the natural world.
Our Goals for your Camper: Make nature play a part of daily activities, Introduce activities that explore connections between nature and the following: art, science, math, literacy, movement, and cooking, Provide age-appropriate, hands-on activities, Incorporate experiential learning into camp curriculum, Offer opportunities for campers to take a piece of the Garden home. Camp CBG is an alchohol, drug, and weapon-free program.
Age Limits
Please note the age groupings for each camp group:
My First Camp Age 2: campers must be born on or before September 1, 2014.
My First Camp Age 3: campers must be born on or before September 1, 2013.
Green Sprouts: must be entering Jr. Kindergarten or Kindergarten September 2016 (most campers are ages 4-5).
Green Thumbs: must be entering grades 1-2 September 2016 (most campers are ages 6-7).
Explorers: must be entering grades 3-4 September 2014 (most campers are ages 8-9).
Adventurers: must be entering grades 5-7 September 2016 (most campers are ages 10-12).
We regret that we cannot make any exceptions to this policy. Campers in the Green Sprouts group and above must be toilet trained.
Parent Information
A weekly Camp CBG syllabus for each camp will be e-mailed to you the week prior to your child's camp. It will also be available from your child's teacher on the first day of camp. Each syllabus will list the day's activities and include suggestions to help you and your camper share the camp experience. The order of events may change due to weather or other circumstances beyond our control.
Emergency/Health History Forms
Camp CBG does not require a medical examination to attend camp; however, we ask that you fill out our Emergency/Health History Form as soon as you complete your online registration. In order for your child to attend camp, we must have a completed Emergency/Health History Form on file by June 1, 2016. You can submit a form here.
Camper Illness/Injury
Should your child become ill or injured while attending Camp CBG, you will be notified by phone immediately by the Camp Manager. Our teachers are trained in First Aid, and our Chicago Botanic Garden Security Staff are CPR/First Aid/Defibrillator trained and respond to all emergencies. The Security Team will determine if Glencoe Public Safety should respond to an injury.
Before- and After-Camp Care
We are happy to offer before-camp and after-camp care for your camper. Program will be supervised by Camp CBG staff. Activities will include games, art projects, and gardening. Pack an extra snack for your camper for after-camp care. Morning fees are $50/camper/per week; afternoon fees are $63/camper/week, and cannot be pro-rated for partial use; no membership discount available.
Morning hours are 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. and afternoon hours are 3 – 5:30 p.m.
No drop-ins. Campers must be preregistered for this service. No on-site registration is available.
Children must be signed in with staff at the Learning Center at drop-off.
Evening pick-up will take place in the Learning Center. Parents/caregivers will be asked for photo identification at pick-up. There is a late fee of $15 for pick up between 5:30 and 5:45 p.m. An additional $1 per minute will be charged after 5:45 p.m. Late fees are payable by cash, check, or credit card at the time of pick-up. Repeated late pick-ups may result in the loss of this service.
Camp CBG does not provide daily snacks to Campers. Please pack a nut-free snack for your camper each day. We will take a snack break mid-morning and mid-afternoon daily. Some camps may be making their own additional snacks during Camp CBG. If your child has food allergies or diet restrictions that may prevent him/her from consuming nut-free snacks, please specify to what degree on the Emergency/Health History Form.
Camp CBG offers a supervised lunch period for campers in Green Sprouts, Green Thumbs, and Explorers who enroll in morning and afternoon camps for $10 per child/week. Pack a nut-free lunch for your child that does not require refrigeration, and we will supervise your child during the lunch break (noon – 12:30 p.m.) and escort your child to his/her afternoon camp.
In order to provide the best possible experiences for your children, one-week camps are limited to 12 or 15 campers and two-week camps are limited to 20 campers. My First Camp is limited to 12 child/adult pairs per camp. Camps are led by Chicago Botanic Garden staff and qualified teachers, with assistance from interns and volunteers. Biographies of your campers' instructors will be available online this spring.
Camper Code of Conduct
You will be asked to review the CBG Camper Code of Conduct upon completion of the Emergency/Health History Form.
Campers will treat their fellow campers, instructors, and volunteers with respect.
Campers will follow directions and stay with their group.
Please read and discuss these expectations with your child. In the event that a camper does not follow the Code of Conduct, or his or her behavior endangers other campers or interferes with an instructor's ability to provide programming, the coordinator of Camp Programs or camp instructor will inform the parent at pick-up or through a phone call. If a second incident occurs, parents may be asked to withdraw their child from camp. Refunds will not be given for behavior-related withdrawals.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Ages 13 – 15
Our Leaders in Training program is the perfect summer experience for teens with an interest in science and education. Participants help prepare for camps, assist teachers during the day, and learn life skills that will benefit them in future job searches and college preparation.
The LIT program is a two-week commitment, meeting Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. throughout the summer. Each LIT will be scheduled in weeklong timeframes. Two consecutive weeks are preferred, but not required. Applications will be available until the program fills. LIT interviews will be conducted from February through April, and participants will receive training before camp begins.
Application materials will be available in December. Please call (847) 835-8361 to request an application.
We offer an optional in-car drop-off/pick-up for camp families and carpools on our Learning Center Campus driveway. Details about camper drop-off and pick-up will be communicated via e-mail in early June. Should you prefer to park and walk your child to his/her camp instructor daily, you may park in lot 6 and follow the crosswalk to the drop-off area, located in the Children's Learning Center Lawn. Camp groups will leave the drop-off area promptly at 9:30 a.m. for morning camps and 12:30 p.m. for afternoon camps. If a child misses the departure of his/her camp group, it is the responsibility of the caregiver who brings that child to check in, and then escort the camper to his/her camp location for that day. If your child will be absent, please let us know by calling (847) 835-8361. If you must pick your child up early from camp, you must contact us by phone or send a note to camp with your child so that we can make arrangements for early pick-up ahead of time.
Please Do Not Bring to Camp
The Garden is NOT responsible for any item lost or broken during camp. Please leave the following items at home: personal video game players, cellphones, MP3 players/iPods, and iPad-type devices.
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Any Camp CBG job postings will be found on the Chicago Botanic Garden's Employment webpage at: This Website Link.
Interested individuals may also contact the Manager directly at awells[AT]chicagobotanic.org.
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Visit Our Dream Big Performing Arts Workshop Website
5255 N. Ashland Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60640
1618 Pitner Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
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TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Join Dream Big for a summer of creative fun! Under the guidance of our professional teaching artists, our camps will energize and ignite your child's imagination! Themes for 2016 include Fancy Nancy, Wicked, Frozen, Star Wars, Harry Potter, The Sound of Music and so much more! Half day and full day options as well as before and after care are available.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We do our best to accommodate children of all backgrounds and needs.
Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the center of Andersonville on the north side of Chicago at the First Free Church on the corner of Berwyn and Ashland. We are just 7 minutes north of Wrigley Field and close to the Red Line, the Brown Line, Metra and several CTA bus lines.
CAMP FACILITIES: We run our camps in a beautiful and bright air-conditioned performance space. We are a half a block down from an enclosed park where we take snack breaks each day for unstructured play time with friends.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Dream Big was the winner of the 2013 Red Tricycle Most Awesome Award for Theater and Dance Classes in Chicago. It's no surprise due to our talented staff of teaching artists who are all trained professional actors, directors, choreographers and/or playwrights. Their passion for teaching children in the performing arts is contagious and our campers' delight throughout the week culminates in their confident performances at the end of each week.
Camps are geared towards age groups 3-18 and our creative themes range from Dragons, Monsters and Creepy Creatures and Fairy Tales Weeks, to Annie Camp, Improv Week, Musical Theater and countless others! We believe in the power of the arts through collaboration and ensemble-building. All of our classes and camps foster creativity, self-expression and teamwork.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We invite 3-6th graders to be counselors in training at half the price and 7-12th graders as volunteer teaching interns. This is a great experience for children and young adults to take on a leadership role with younger campers and gain teaching experience under trained and experienced teaching artists.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial Need-Based Scholarships are available. Please inquire.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We run drama programs (classes, camps, workshops and production experiences) for all ages 2-18 year round. Classes include musical theater, improv, story drama, scene study, creative drama and more.
OTHER CAMP INFO: In addition to our one-week drama camps, we are also offering Suessical, Jr, a 4-week, full-day production camp! This is the perfect opportunity for young actors entering 2-8th grades to sharpen their skills and work with professional actors and directors on a full-length musical on the Main Stage of the Athenaeum Theatre. For more information, visit This Website Link.
Our 1-week drama camps are offered each week June 13th through September 2nd. Please go to This Website Link for our full summer schedule. We can customize camps for groups of five or more kids. Let us know your preference of dates, times and themes if you would like to create a camp for your group of 5 or more.
Half Day Camps cost $225, Full Day Camps cost $425. Sibling and Multiple Camp Discounts apply.
Join us for a free Sample Class on January 30th, learn more and register at This Website Link
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Visit Our Play On Comedy Camp Website
1330 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
603 Greenwood Ave, Glenview, IL 60025
CAMPER AGES: 7-13 (CIT program for teens)
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9:30-3:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our exciting camp combines professional comedy and theatre training with field trips, swimming and outdoor fun! While maintaining a focus on classes that will help sharpen their comedic minds, campers are also able to choose from a variety of workshops and electives that round out a wonderfully diverse curriculum. Field trips may include Broadway in Chicago, Chicago Shakespeare, and The Second City, as well as fun friendship-building trips to a museum or a recording studio. The perfect combination of learning and summer camp fun!
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Swimming, and more.
CAMP FACILITIES: Campers attend acting, improv, musical theatre and film classes in an air-conditioned facility, but also enjoy the summer sunshine at Penny Park, and swimming at Skokie Water Playground and the beach.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The perfect combination of learning and summer camp fun!
- Improv, acting, musical theatre
and film classes
- Variety of theater and non-theater field trips
- Faculty improv jams and workshops
- Weekly swimming
- Directors and staff with a multitude of camp and theatre experience
- A spectacular final camp show
Our exciting camp combines professional comedy and theatre training with field trips, swimming and outdoor fun! While maintaining a focus on classes that will help sharpen their comedic minds, campers are also able to choose from a variety of workshops and electives that round out a wonderfully diverse curriculum. Field trips may include Broadway in Chicago, Chicago Shakespeare, and The Second City, as well as fun friendship-building trips to a museum or a recording studio.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have Counselor-in-training program for high school students. CITs pay 50% of fee.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Play On directs 3 productions throughout the year featuring kids aged 7-17. We also have a kids improv comedy team, Chickenometry, and an advance teen improv team, Code Red Vines.
OTHER CAMP INFO: For grades 2-8
(ages 7-13)
Counselor-in-training program for high school students
Camp Location: 1330 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, Illinois
Camp Times: 9:30am - 3:30pm
Register online at This Website Link or call Lisa at 847.337.9614
Camp Dates:
Session 1: June 15 - July 10, 2015
Session 2: July 13 - August 7, 2015
Camp Cost:
$900 for one session, $1,750 for both sessions
Play On Summer Comedy Camp is seeking a highly motivated, creative, and organized individual to join our summer camp team in Evanston Illinois. Intern should be available Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm.
• Assist camp staff with campers in grades 2-8
• Oversee the counselor-in-training program
• Teach and/or assistant teach backstage electives
• Help with technical aspects of camp show
• Provide administrative support
• Must be in college, preferably in a theater program
• Must love children and the arts
• Must crave fun in the summertime
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Visit Our Camp Tapawingo Website
1452 Hickory Point Road
Metamora, Illinois 61548
CAMPER AGES: 5-17 years of age
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Weekends
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Girl Scouts
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We can adapt to special needs.
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Challenge Course - Both Low & High Courses, Archery, Hiking, Boating
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Tapawingo, ACA Accredited, is a 640-acre camp facility located 15 miles from Peoria. The cornerstone of this property is its Equestrian Center where girls learn horseback riding skills and horse care. The Center includes a state-of-the-art stables with an indoor air-conditioned classroom, trading post and a barn classroom along with an 80'x160' indoor riding arena with an observation area.
A large outdoor riding arena completes the Equestrian Center. Mary Morgan Lodge, a 12,000 square foot multi-level, air-conditioned dining hall and program center is the point where all campers gather for meals. Camp Tapawingo also features an in-ground pool, adventure course, archery, canoeing, and miles of hiking trails.
Campers utilize four main rustic living units – Rustling Oaks, Setting Sun, White Cloud, and Shining Star – that provide platform tents and unit houses. These unit houses have electricity, indoor bathrooms, hot water, and kitchen facilities.
CAMP FACILITIES: Campers utilize four main rustic living units – Rustling Oaks, Setting Sun, White Cloud, and Shining Star – that provide platform tents and unit houses. These unit houses have electricity, indoor bathrooms, hot water, and kitchen facilities.
Setting Sun, Rustling Oaks, White Cloud and Shining Star units are available for camping. Each unit with the exception of Rustling Oaks, has a unit house and platform tents. Rustling Oaks contains a unit house only. The unit houses are all equipped with indoor flush toilets (White Cloud has composting toilets), full kitchen with cooking equipment, fireplaces, electricity, tables, chairs and mattresses (no cots), and electric heat. The platform tents are available April 15 through October 15 and house 3-4 people per tent with cots and mattresses. Each unit has a fire circle and comes with standard basic outdoor cooking equipment.
Setting Sun sleeps 20 indoors and 26 outdoors in platform tents.
Rustling Oaks sleeps 16 indoors and has a shower.
Shining Star sleeps 24 indoors and 35 outdoors in platform tents.
White Cloud sleeps 24 indoors and 35 outdoors in platform tents.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Your group can experience many activities while staying at Camp Tapawingo including team building on our high and low ropes courses, test your aim on our archery range or take a relaxing ride through the property on horseback. A small paddling lake can be explored in a canoe. If exploring on your own, hiking trails wind throughout the property. These activities are dependent on trained staff and/or volunteer availability.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have both CIT and LIT programs as well as Leadership Camps and camp assistants.
If you love working with younger campers and hanging out with older Girl Scouts at camp, you'll love this two-week session! You'll spend the first week improving your camping and leadership skills and observing the counselors in action as you begin the sisterhood journey. The second week you'll be paired with a unit to lead daily camp activities. As a CIT, you'll have plenty of time to stay up late making midnight grilled cheese and playing goofy games.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial assistance is available.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Our summer activities are open to all girls, including non-Girl Scouts. Any girl entering first grade through twelfth grade is welcome at camp. You don't have to have any camping experience to come to camp, and you don't have to come with friends or a troop. You'll make new friends while you're here. The GSCI summer camp experience is available in many forms: resident camp; day camp; family events; and core camping, where troops stay at camp and camp staff run activities.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Tapawingo is a year-round camp with mainly activities and camping.
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Visit Our Northlight Performing Arts Camp Website
9501 Skokie Boulevard
Skokie, Illinois 60077
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CAMPER AGES: 2nd-9th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. DROP OFF: 9:00-9:30am, CAMP: 9:30am-3:00pm, PICK UP: 3:00-3:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Northlight's Performing Arts Camp combines professional theatre training with timeless summer camp traditions.
JUNIOR & SENIOR CAMPS include core classes in acting, singing, movement and backstage technique, along with electives, field trips, guest artists and a closing performance showcase.
MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP builds upon campers' skills in dancing, singing and acting in this one-week program including guest artists and an informal musical presentation.
Theater, Musical Theater, and more. Theatre Electives Ranging From Mask, Dance, Playwriting, Shakespeare, Or Puppetry.
CAMP LOCATION: Northlight Performing Arts Camp takes place at Northlight Theatre housed in the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts located at 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL. Showcases are performed on Northlight's professional stage!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Northlight's Performing Arts Camp combines professional theatre training with timeless summer camp traditions and a public end-of-session showcase performed on our professional stage for family and friends.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Counselor-in-Training provides assistance to Junior Camp Director, Assistant Directors and Instructors in camp classes as well as assistant teaching an elective class as requested. They will be responsible for direct supervision of campers. Must be a junior or senior in high school (grade fall 2014) or older.
Experience includes: �Workshops on resume building, interviewing skills & next steps in pursuing theatre as a career. �One-on-one meetings with selected professionals in Chicago theatre for Q & A and networking. �Discounts and organized trips to professional productions in Chicago. �Select complimentary tickets to Northlight Theatre�s 2013-2014 season. Please put together a letter of interest which addresses your previous theatre experience and why you would like to work at Northlight Performing Arts Camp. Send application materials via email to Sindy Isabel Castro, Performing Arts Camp Director at scastro[AT]northlight.org. Please apply by March 1, 2014.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Northlight provides financial assistance to a quarter of the families that attend each summer. Scholarship information will be posted in February 2014. Any questions can be directed to Camp Director, Sindy Isabel Castro by email or phone at 847.324.1607.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Our four week sessions serve JUNIOR CAMPERS (grades 3-5) and SENIOR CAMPERS (grades 6-9). Camp highlights include: �Core classes shape the skills of our JUNIOR campers and advance the skills of our SENIOR campers in acting, singing, movement and backstage technique. �Workshops with guest artists from theatres such as Steppenwolf, Chicago Shakespeare, Redmoon, The Hypocrites, and/or Northlight.
Exciting electives introduce our campers to mask work, playwriting, musical theatre, improvisation, Shakespeare, stage make-up and more! �Field trips and performances from top Chicago theatres. �End-of-session celebration trip to the water park.
BRAND NEW! One Week Session Musical Theatre Workshop! (grades 5-8) includes: Taking it to the next level! Join us for this new one week workshop full of dance, singing, and acting that builds on what campers already love about our four week camp! Campers will get the chance to expand their skills by working with special guest artists and different genres of musical theatre. This fun filled week wraps up with an informal presentation full of musical moments for friends and family!
Session 1
June 16 � July 11, 2015 (No Camp July 4, Camp show July 10)
Session 2
July 15 � August 8, 2015 (No Camp July 14, Camp show August 7)
NEW! One Week Session (grades 5-8)
Musical Theatre Workshop!* August 11 � August 15, 2015 (Informal presentation August 15)
*Pending enrollment Times Drop off* between 9:00-9:30am; pick up between 3:00-3:30pm *This summer for an additional fee parents can drop off campers early between 8:15am � 9:00am.
For more information contact Sindy Isabel Castro. Service based on enrollment.
Fees One session: $895 before March 15; $925 after March 15
Two sessions or siblings: $1,770 before March 15; $1,830 after March 15
BRAND NEW! One Week Musical Theatre Camp: $260
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Visit Our American Dance Training Camps Website
Stratton Mountain School
One World Cup Circle
Stratton Mountain, Vermont 05155
New Jersey
North Carolina
PO Box 14922
San Francisco, CA
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TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: American Dance Training Camp (ADTC) is the ULTIMATE overnight dance camp for girls ages 8 - 17 in the beautiful mountains of Stratton, VT. Spend a week or two (or more) learning the latest jazz, hip hop & contemporary dance moves with celebrity choreographers. No dance experience necessary - absolute beginners through advanced performers are welcome.
Dance, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Cheerleading, Gymnastics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Our VT dance camp home is the Stratton Mountain School, a beautiful, fully accredited boarding academy located a quarter mile from the base of Stratton Mountain Resort.
CAMP FACILITIES: Completed in 1999, the Stratton Mountain School's state-of-the-art campus is within walking distance of Stratton's charming resort base area. SMS is accredited with the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and is also a certified member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). A brand new performing arts building was completed in 2014.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our top-notch dance choreographers bring the freshest dance combinations to our dance camps! They hail from the best dance studios, schools and performance groups.
ADTC choreographers have the most impressive dance resumes: they are Radio City Rockettes; Broadway & MTV performers; celebrities from your favorite dance TV shows; and collegiate dance team competitors.
No matter what level dancer you are, we've got fun & challenging dance classes that'll fit you just right.
You'll take four dance classes daily and at week's end you get to show off your new moves in a big Friday night performance for family, friends and fellow campers.
In addition to core dance classes in contemporary, hip hop & jazz (styles of jazz vary and may include lyrical, modern or Broadway), you'll choose between ballet, tap or world dance for your core elective dance class.
And we believe girls in our perfectionist culture need to get out and have more authentic fun! At ADTC you can enjoy awesome activities & extras like horseback riding, kayaking, paintball, trampolines, swimming, hiking, rock wall climbing, alpine slides, water rides, and so much more!
Join us this summer for your chance to take dance classes with the best choreographers in the world!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a Counselor-In-Training program for girls ages 16 & 17 (application required; 2 week minimum commitment).
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer need-based scholarships for up to 1/2 off tuition (application required).
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer discounted "family vacation packages" in Stratton's village for parents looking to stay at Stratton's resort while their daughter attends ADTC.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer hometown camps & custom choreography for school groups and dance studios.
Dance Choreography, at: This Website Link
Hometown Camps, at: This Website Link
We also have a large digital video library of choreography, at:
This Website Link
For dates & rates, visit: This Website Link
For job inquiries, visit: This Website Link.
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Visit Our Dream Big Performing Arts Workshop Website
5255 N. Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
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TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Week-long drama camps.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We can accommodate children with special needs. We will partner with you to provide support and the best camp experience possible.
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more. We Are Also Partnering With JCC Camping This Summer. Check Out: This Website Link For More Information.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in Andersonville 1 block north of Foster on the corner of Ashland and Berwyn.
CAMP FACILITIES: Most of our camps are hosted in a beautiful newly constructed building of the First Free Church. It is air conditioned.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camps and classes are all taught by professional teaching artists who engage campers in fun drama games and activities that foster creativity, self-expression and teamwork.
Each week is designed around a creative theme and age group. Campers collaborate together to create a performance piece to be performed at the end of each week.
We are proud to announce that we were the recipient of the 2013 Red Tricycle Award for "Most Awesome Dance and Theater Class" in Chicago!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer students entering 4th grade and above opportunities to assist our camp counselors/teaching artists. This is a great opportunity to model best practices and gain teaching experience under the professional guidance of our most talented teaching artists. Students entering grades 8-12th grades can train with us free of charge. Students entering 4-7th grades can assist for half the price of our 1-week drama camps. Please inquire.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please inquire. We do provide partial scholarships as needed.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We run drama programs year-round throughout the city of Chicago at schools and other facilities. Students can take advantage of our top-quality programs at half the price at Chase Park: This Website Link all year long.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Camps themes this summer include: Musical Theater; Fairy Tales; Commercials; Dragons, Monsters and Creepy Creatures; Annie; Toy Story; Create and Perform in Your Own Detective Play; Mama Mia; Moving Stories; Sound of Music; Animals; Planets; Talent Show; Wizard of Oz; Scene Study, Mary Poppins, Where the Sidewalk Ends and MORE!
We offer camps each week throughout the summer for all different ages. Each week-long half-day camp is $235. Early-bird discounts apply prior to June 1st. We also have full day options.
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Visit Our FICA Young Investors Wall Street Training Summer Camp Website
Locations throughout the US
11310 S. Orange Blossom Trail #244
Orlando, Florida 32837
Atlanta, GA
Chicago, IL
Houston, TX
Jacksonville, FL
Kansas City, MO
Miami, FL
Nashville, TN
New York, NY
Oakland, CA
Phoenix, AZ
San Francisco, CA
Tampa, FL
Seattle, WA
Washington DC
11310 S. Orange Blossom Trail #244
Orlando, Florida 32837
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TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Daily: 9am-4pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Fun, Exciting and Informative! These three terms sum up the FICA Young Investors Summer Camps. Students enjoy financial intelligence training, video and board games, financial field trips to local financial districts, and guest speakers from some of America's largest corporations.
Technology, Academics, and more. Financial Intelligence, Financial Investment Training, Wall Street Summer Camp.
CAMP LOCATION: San Francisco State University
1650 Holloway Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94132
CAMP FACILITIES: FICA Young Investors Wall Street Summer Camps TM are held in safe and professional learning environment; usually on the campuses of some of America's most prestigious Colleges, Universities and or executive/education learning centers
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: These three terms sum up our comprehensive and very informative FICA Young Investors Wall Street Summer Camps TM. While we are very committed to providing certified instructors, field trips and superior financial intelligence informative training applications, we don't just stop there. We make sure to set aside some time for a little fun, tours and entertainment activities. As a result, learning about the world of business and financial intelligence has never ever been this much fun!
Future Investor Clubs of America's comprehensive financial training system includes: Access to the FICA's Members Camp Preparatory Training Network; Certified Financial Intelligence Trainers TM; Winning On Wall Street Kickoff TM; American Dream Plan introductory training; Basic Financial Intelligence Training TM (BFIT); Advance Financial Intelligence Training TM (AFIT); Executive Financial Intelligence Training TM (EFIT); Financial Intelligence Training TM (IFIT); International Financial Intelligence Training TM (IFIT) intelligence training curriculum's presented in a creative and interactive way to enhance the learning process.
All Future Investor Clubs of America summer camp instructors are Certified Financial Intelligence Trainers(CFIT) having completed our training programs. Each CFIT has years of business, education, executive, investing and or financial services experience.
Future Investor Clubs of America summer camp programs are designed to be a top quality, positive comprehensive learning experience that students will never forget. Therefore, FICA has incorporated carefully designed Financial Field Trips TM to enhance the students experience and learning process.
FICA members who have completed the Basic (BFIT), Advanced (AFIT) and or Executive Financial Intelligence Training (EFIT) curriculum receive Certificates of Completion and are eligible to participate in many fun, exciting and informative events.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: All Future Investor Clubs of America summer camp instructors are Certified Financial Intelligence Trainers(CFIT) having completed our training programs. Each CFIT has years of business, education, executive, investing and or financial services experience. In addition to industry experience, our instructors must complete 40 hours of training on how to teach each of our BFIT, AFIT, EFIT, IFIT and LFIT curriculum's.
Future Investor Clubs, Chapters and Centers are eligible to select lead teachers and instructors to attend CFIT training programs. Individuals completing our instructor comprehensive training programs earn the designation of Certified Financial Intelligence Trainer TM (CFIT). Business and financial industry executives, managers, investment advisors, commodity/stock brokers, traders and other professionals are scheduled as guest speakers during the camp training week.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Depending on your camp length of stay, approval and city selection, students will visit such places as: Downtown Business Districts; Investment and Community Banks; Commodity/Stock Market Brokerages, Angel Investor Networks; Federal Reserve Bank; Venture Capital Networks; Fortune 500 Companies; Private Equity Corporations; Hedge & Mutual Fund Corporations, Insurance Corporations; Corporate Meetings; College/University Business School Tours; Investment Trading Companies, Commodity/Stock Exchanges and more!
All field trips are held daily and are designed to provide attending students a once in a lifetime summer learning experience.
Camps are held in June, July and August.
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Visit Our Camp Kupugani Multicultural Summer Camp Website
6903 W. White Eagle
Leaf River, Illinois 61047
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TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers. All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Less than two hours minutes west of Chicago, Camp Kupugani--in separate girls-only and boys-only sessions (plus a blended session incorporating certain intentional coed aspects)--provides a multicultural sleepaway camp that focuses on diversity and communication skills in a fun atmosphere, uniting children of varied backgrounds and providing them with empowerment and community-building skills.
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. GaGa, Rock Climbing, Sand Volleyball, & Mud Volleyball.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Kupugani is located in the rolling hills and woods of northwest Illinois, less than 2 hours from Chicago. Please visit our website for lots of camp photos and videos.
CAMP FACILITIES: Located in the rolling hills and woods of Northwestern Illinois, our camp comprises beautiful woods, trails, a swimming pool, two all natural rock climbing walls, game fields, and a 5-acre lake for swimming, water games, and almost a mile of canoeing through the property. With 120 acres of forests, wildlife, and wildflowers galore, it offers fresh air, natural water, the robust smell of pure woods and a twinkling night sky.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Kids love it here…and parents are equally excited about our program. In our past 9 years of parent surveys, 99% of respondents would recommend our camp to friends. The overwhelming majority of our parents noted their child's improvement in:
Acknowledgment and Appreciation of Diversity
Conflict Resolution Skills
Personal Growth and Self Confidence
Positive Self Image and Empowerment
Leadership Skills
Specific past parent comments include:
"When I see how [my daughter's] face lights up when she speaks about camp, it's a priceless experience."
"She absolutely loves the camp, the staff, and all the friends she makes there. I consider Kupugani to be a big influence in helping her to grow and expand her mind each summer; it has become an integral part of her summer vacation."
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our leadership programs help future young leaders transition from camper to counselor. In addition to being able to participate in regular camp activities, campers receive training to build their leadership knowledge and skill base.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited scholarships based on family size and income guidelines.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp
Mother Daughter Weekends
Parent Child Weekends
Please visit This Website Link for information.
We are always looking for great people to work at camp as bunk counselors and and activity instructors. If you are excited to work with children and want to find out more about a fantastic summer job opportunity, please visit our website at This Website Link.
There you'll find pictures, videos, information, and our staff application. You're also welcome to call or email with any questions. Thanks!
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Camp Kupugani Multicultural Summer Camp
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Visit Our Hi-Five Sports Camp Website
11875 N 24th Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85028
9313 E Desert Arroyos
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
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CAMPER AGES: 4-12 years
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays 9am-3pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
Basketball, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Team Sports, and more. Lacrosse, Floor Hockey, Team Handball, & Other Field Sport Activities.
CAMP LOCATION: Cactus Road, 2 minutes west of the AZ 51. Our indoor sports experience is based at the campus of Paradise Valley Christian Prep. Please call for locations in other states.
CAMP FACILITIES: Hi-Five groups campers in their own "Division" by age grouping. We then form teams from these divisions and assign each a college name and a team coach. Then campers spend the day doing what they love most... playing team sports. Almost everything within an air-conditioned environment. For parents, it is about keeping their children active, healthy, and happy; but for kids summer means no school, non-stop sports, and a lot of fun. LUNCHES ARE INCLUDED FOR ALL CAMPERS.
Founded by the Tuchman Family in 1990, Hi-Five Sports Clubs evolved from a
single-operation in Chicago's North Shore suburbs to a multi-city organization with locations in Arizona, California, Downtown Chicago and New York… and we're still growing!!
Hi-Five Sports clubs offers programming for children PreK-8th grade, including classes, leagues and of course, camps!! At Hi-Five, FUN is the name of the game. On top of helping boys and girls develop and train new skills on and off of the playing fields, Hi-Five believes that kids should feel good about themselves. We're all about fair play, sportsmanship and living a healthy lifestyle… not just competition!!
Staffed with experienced professionals who love working with kids, Hi-Five provides a safe, well equipped and positive environment where young athletes can thrive… Where kids can be more than kids… They can be All-Stars!!
Join Us and Get in the Game Today!!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT (7th/8th graders) pay $95 per week; lunch included. CITs will learn how to develop and lead group programs both on and off campus. Future employment available upon 4 week completion of our CIT program.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Call for available discounts.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: After School Sports Club, Lil Kickers Soccer, Golf Lessons, Tackle and Flag Football, as well as Fall/Winter/Spring Break Camps.
Coming soon... batting cages and other sport specific training.
May 27 through July 25, 2014
$155-$240 per week
Call for details about other available discounts... such as team of 5 discount, sibling discount, multi-week discount, etc.
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Visit Our Good Times Day Camp Naperville Website
1740 Quincy Ave
Naperville, Illinois 60540
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TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays from 6:30am - 5:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Team Sports, and more.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Based in Naperville, IL out of the Players Sports Complex, Good Times offers campers exciting and active programs for children ages 4-12. Each week is filled with hours of swimming, exciting field trips, various sports, exciting activities, and a theme based cookout every Friday.
We accommodate parents' busy schedules by offering extended hours from 6:30am to 5:30pm at no extra charge. Schedules are flexible & you can come only the days you want.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Good Times offers a special program to certain campers over the age of 12. This program helps transition eager teen campers into responsible working adults. Gophers are assistants to their assigned counselors and in no way have responsibility over any camper.
A few veteran Gophers will show extraordinary qualities and will be allowed to become camp interns. Many of Good Times best counselors were at one time campers themselves.
How does a camper become a Gopher? The Gopher program is by invitation only.
Summer of 2014 — June 9th to August 15th
All Summer Plan:
The best deal of the summer!
10 weeks of Fun!
49 days at 20% off the daily rate!
First Camper
$3,500.00 for the Summer
Additional Camper
$3,200.00 for the Summer
Registration Before April 15th Registration fee is $100.00 per child. $100.00 per child deposit is due upon registration.
After April 15th Registration fee is $125.00 per child.
$125.00 per child deposit is due upon registration.
Campers must finalize their schedule by May 15th.* Schedule changes after this date are subject to a $25 change fee. Balance is due by June 1st.
Included with Tuition & Registration
- Camp Gear: includes two camp T-shirts, camp bag, camp towel, and camp money holder.
- Extended Hours:
7:30 am to 5:30 pm.
- Lunch on Fridays and on miscellaneous field trip days.
- All field trip fees.
- All swimming passes.
- 2014 Camp DVD.
Weekly or Daily Plan:
Select the full weeks you want at a great Monday through Friday rate. *
First Camper
$375.00 per Week
Additional Camper
$350.00 per Week
Add select days to your weekly plan or simply select specific days throughout the summer.*
First Camper
$93.75 per Day
Additional Camper
$87.50 per Day
Available Discounts & Bonuses:
Register by April 15th — get an extra camp T-shirt.
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Good Times Day Camp Naperville
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Visit Our JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp Website
23280 North Old McHenry Road
Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047
CAMPER AGES: 3 years-7th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9:30 am-3:15 pm, before and after camp programs available
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp is affiliated with JCC Chicago and is open to the entire community.
Dance, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Gymnastics, Swimming, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, and more.
Climbing Wall
Field Trips
Floor Hockey
Garoon Gateway To Science
Ropes Course
Sand Volleyball
Martial Arts
CAMP LOCATION: JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp is just minutes from downtown Long Grove, just north of Route 22 on Old McHenry Road.
CAMP FACILITIES: Explore 37 acres of action-packed activities including two heated pools, manicured sports fields, 20,000 sq. ft. air-conditioned cultural arts pavilion for hot or rainy days, athletic courts, baseball fields, nature area with hiking trail, climbing wall with challenge adventure and ropes courses plus Ga-ga, sand Volleyball and a zipline.
Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp is also home to the Garoon Gateway to Science, the region's only state-of-the-art, outdoor science learning center.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our full-time camp director works year-round to find the best programming and activities to delight your child, creating memories and friendships to last a lifetime. Counselors are guided by staff who are professionals in the fields of social work and education with camp expertise.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leaders of tomorrow can participate in a fun,challenging program where 8th-10th grade campers who like working with young children, develop leadership and communication skills
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available
OTHER CAMP INFO: JCC Day Camps are open to the entire community and includes daily snacks, a group photo, undernighters, twice weekly lunch, field trips, a camp t-shirt and twice daily swim.
Bust transportation is optional.
Visit our website for sessions, dates and fees.
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JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp
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Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois
Elgin Service Center
12N124 Coombs Road
Elgin, Illinois 60124
Phone: 847-741-5521
Freeport Service Center
5040 Business Route 20 West
Freeport, Illinois 61032
Phone: 815-235-8777
Rockford Service Center
2820 McFarland Road
Rockford, Illinois 61107
Phone: 815-962-5591
Sugar Grove Service Center
200 New Bond Street
Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554
Phone: 630-897-1565
Camp Dean
46W253 Camp Dean Rd
Big Rock, IL 60511
Camp Far Horizons
9702 S Lost Horizon Rd
Hanover, IL 61041
Camp McCormick
9995 N. Girl Scout Rd
Stillman Valley, Illinois 61084
Chapman Hills
N9372 Scout Rd
East Troy, WI 5312
Mary Ann Beebe Center
17501 Streit Rd
Harvard, Illinois 60033
Northeast Illinois Council
2745 Skokie Valley Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 433-1813
For more info visit the website.
YMCA Camp Duncan
32405 North Hwy. 12
Ingleside, IL 60041
Visit website for more information.
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