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Day Camps
(or child-care programs)
Ages: 5-12, child must have attended school during 2010-2011.
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday with before and after care available, May 23-Aug. 12
Where: East Camp: 5201 E. Tudor Road, South Camp: 11051 O'Malley Center Drive
Cost: $159 per week for members, child must be on membership; $179 for nonmembers. Before and after care is $30 each per week.
Contact: Jill Stoltzfus, 264-2740; summerfuncamp@thealaskaclub.com; www.thealaskaclub.com
Sponsor: Pacific Northern Academy
Campers will travel back in time and experience life as it was when Alaska first became a state. Participate in hands-on activities, including historic crafts and games, and a trip to the Natural History Museum. Projects may include building model log cabins, making soap and candles, practicing "hunting" and "fishing" skills, and panning for "gold."
Ages: Grades K-3
When: 8-9 a.m. morning care, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. camp; 4-5:30 p.m. evening care, May 31-June 3 and June 6-10
Where: Pacific Northern Academy, 550 Bragaw St.
Cost: Session 1: $155, Session 2: $195
Contact: Krystal Meuleners, 333-1080, kmeuleners@pacificnorthern.org; www.pacificnorthern.org
Sponsor: Sharay Samuel
Explore Alaska through hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, outdoor cooking, Alaska animals, camping, playgrounds of anchorage, fish and outdoor arts and crafts. Excursions include parks, trails, lakes and rivers, from Seward to Denali. Families will go to Denali National Park for a fun packed overnight camping experience. Different themed weekly activities. Your child will learn new wilderness skills, build new friendships and grow a love for the outdoors. Before and After care available, also limited scholarships available.
Ages: 4-16
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Playground Madness: June 7-11; Miles on Bikes: June 13-17; Hiking to New Peaks: June 20-24; Cooking Outdoors: June 27-July 1: Water Fun in the Sun: July 5-8; Fishing Week: July 11-15; Animals of Alaska: July 18-22; Glaciers Up Close: July 25-29; Downtown Wanders; Aug. 1-5 Camp and Recap: Aug. 1-5
Where: 12303 Shiloh Road
Cost: June without a bike $700 per month, with bike $650, July $750, August $350. Weekly and daily rates also available. Call for details.
Contact: 720-3621, Alaskasbackyard@yahoo.com
Where: Pacific Northern Academy, 550 Bragaw St.
Contact: Kim Beckford, 929-9280; camps@anchoragemuseum.org; www.anchoragemuseum.org/camps
Learn how to make fire without matches, use an atlas and find a fishing hot spot. Visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center, Kincaid Park, and Anchorage Museum to test your survival skills, Alaska style.
Ages: 8-10
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 6-10 or June 13-17
Cost: $270 member, $290 non-member
Come aboard to experience the thrill of the ocean. Learn the ancient art of marine navigation, master sailor's knots, and discover the secrets of Alaska's shipwrecks. Field trips to the Anchorage Museum and H2Oasis.
Ages: 9-12
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 20-24 or June 27-July 1
Cost: $275 member, $295 non-member
Create chemical concoctions, investigate invertebrates, and scrutinize the super solution that makes life possible in our watery world. Visit H20asis, Portage Lake, and the Anchorage Museum's planetarium to experience water in all of its states.
Ages: 6-8 or 9-12
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., July 11-15 or July 18-22
Cost: $275 member, $295 non-member
Sponsor: Renae Boonstra
Participants progress through experiential based self discovery that emphasizes interpersonal relationships and individual growth. Students learn from the ground up how to care for and ride a horse. All inclusive curriculum includes ground handling, horse management, grooming, tacking, wilderness awareness and riding. Riding instruction is based on Sally Swift's centered riding philosophies, which includes riding with a balanced seat and soft hands. Yoga and Pilates are used in conjunction with building riding skills.
Ages: 6-16
When: Full day 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Half Day 2-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, June-August
Where: Avalon Destination Spa and Equine, 33151 Cumulus Road, Eagle River
Cost: $525 per week full day, $270 per week half day
Contact: Renae Boonstra, 694-3278; renaeak@yahoo.com
Where: 12340 Old Glenn Highway, above AIH, Eagle River
Contact: Annia Wyndham, 694-8909, akfinearts@alaska.com; www.akfinearts.org
Master dancers Jordan and Marissa Gingery team up to teach techniques, posture, timing, choreography, stamina, spatial awareness and presentation to increase you comfort level with couples dancing. No partner needed.
Ages: 13 and older
When: 6-9 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, May 31-June 3, final public dance at 7 p.m. June 4
Cost: $150 if registered and paid by May 16; $175 after May 16
Join popular local entertainer Don Russell, "The Magic Guy", in an exploration of magical techniques, traditions, and hi-jinks.
Ages: 9 and older
When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Aug.9-11
Cost: $125, if registered and paid by May 16; $150 after May 16.
Sponsor: Bayshore Early Learning Center
Early experiences with nature have been positively linked with the development of children's imaginations and their senses of wonder and curiosity. Field trips may include Potter Marsh, Imaginarium, and Eagle River Nature Center. Activities include planting a garden, taking a "listening" walk, and learning about Bayshore's beaver, muskrat, and ducks. Each week the children will swim in the on-site pool.
Ages: 3-4, 4-5 and grades K-1
When: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, Starts June 1 or as openings allow.
Where: Bayshore Clubhouse, 3131 Amber Bay Loop
Cost: $850 monthly
Contact: Susan Jensen, 344-0539; susan@bayshoreclub.org; www.bayshoreclub.org
Sponsor: Bear Valley Community Association
The camp offers swimming lessons, biking, hiking and outdoor fun, gymnastic lessons, tae kwon do lessons, the reading program through the public library, cooking activities and art exploration with Debbie Houseman. Small and large group weekly field trips to cool places like Crow Creek Mine, Alyeska and local parks. Children are in small groups of 10-15, based on age and grade. Staff are trained in First Aide and CPR and wildlife safety.
Ages: 5-13
When: 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Friday, Starts Tuesday, June 24-July 29, closed June 30 and July 4
Where: Ocean View Elementary School, 11911 Johns Road
Cost: $195 per week plus $25 registration fee per child
Contact: Jenny Seppi or Debbie Houseman, 345-0437, sacc_director@bearvalleycommunityassoc.org; bearvalleycommunityassoc.org
Sponsor: Camp Fire USA Alaska Council
Contact: Debby Bloom, 279-3551, dbloom@campfireak.org; www.campfireak.org
Ages: 4-13
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, May 23-Aug. 12
Where: Alaska Pacific University
Cost: $170-$175 per week
Programs are conveniently located in elementary schools in Anchorage and Eagle River and offer great flexibility for you and your elementary age kids. Activities include bike trips, day hikes, arts and crafts, science exploration, cooking, outdoor fun, and more. Licensed full-day programs focus on promoting physical fitness, healthy life choices, outdoor experiences, and community involvement. Before and after care is also available.
Ages: Entering grades 1-7
When: 7 a.m-6 p.m. (6:30 p.m. in Eagle River) May 31-July 29
Where: Alpenglow, Inlet View, and Spring Hill Elementary Schools
Cost: $38 per day
Sponsor: Congregation Beth Sholom Joy Greisen JEC
Every week a new theme will be explored, from natural disasters to story-telling to "food-ology." Investigate these topics through exciting art projects, field trips and guest presentations. Older children will have the opportunity to learn leadership skills as they assist the staff daily. A heathy and active lifestyle will be promoted through field trips to the East High pool twice a week and outside activities, weather permitting.
Ages: 5-15
When: 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., May 23-Aug. 12
Where: 7525 E. Northern Lights Blvd.
Cost: $175 per week
Contact: April Deeter, 337-1672; jecpreschool@aol.com; www.frozenchosen.org/jec/camp
Sponsor: Boys and Girls Club
Hike, bike, raft or ride a train on adventures out and about exploring Anchorage, Girdwood and the Mat-Su Valley. Participants should know how to ride a bike, be physically able to do basic hiking and come ready to play outside, rain or shine. Before and Aftercare are free. Lunch is provided. "Like" Boys and Girls Club-Alaska on Facebook for more information and schedules as they become available.
Ages: 10-15
When: Early bird opens at 7 a.m. Camp hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Aftercare till 6 p.m., For 8 weeks, starting June 6.
Where: Woodland Park Boys and Girls Club, 2300 W. 36th
Cost: $175 a week.
Contact: Lisa Mahan, 770-7328; lmahan@bgcalaska.org, BGCAlaska.org
Ages: K-6
When: 7:30 a.m.-6:15 p.m., May 23-Aug. 12
Where: 2610 Arctic Blvd
Cost: Call now for early bird special
Contact: Mi Ran Yu, 646-0770; champtkd@alaska.net; www.champmartialarts.com
Sponsor: Play, Dance and Learn Preschool
Exciting and fun educational weekly themes with arts and crafts, creative outdoor games and activities. Field trips will keep kids busy and learning new things. Space is limited.
Ages: Grades K-6
When: 7 a.m.-5 p.m., May 20-Aug. 16
Where: 17708 Monte Road, Eagle River
Cost: $600 per month, 175 per week
Contact: Cori Heath or Becky Heath, 696-2420; ersummerfun@gmail.com
Sponsor: Tiffany Lund
This child-care program will focus on the fun side of exercise. By going on bike rides, hiking, nature walks, or playing kickball, flag football or having a "dance party" the kids will be burning energy while having a blast. Crafts, and age appropriate activity centers will also be featured, as well as an indoor studio for rainy days. Low child/provider ratio for personal attention and easier access to field trips and fun.
Ages: 5-9
When: 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m., May 23-Aug. 15
Where: Kantishna Drive, Eagle River,
Cost: $600 per month, $160 per week
Contact: Tiffany Lund, 306-8410; fitnessthroughfun@hotmail.com
Contact: Amanda Block, 248-2250 or 800-478-7448, ablock@girlscoutsalaska.org; www.girlscoutsalaska.org/programs/camps
Girl Scout in Juneau
Girls will create arts and crafts projects, play games and go on nature hikes. Camp is led by Girl Scout staff and volunteers. Bus transportation is available.
Ages: Entering grades K-6
When: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., June 27-July 1, July 11-13, July 25-29
Where: Juneau
Cost: $75-$100, financial aid available
The perfect way to end the summer. Campers explore the woods, do arts and crafts projects, and more. Middle and high school campers can participate in the Explorers program which includes a 2-day, 2-night trip with backpacking and kayaking. High school campers can participate in leadership discovery activities and also experience everything camp has to offer.
Ages: Entering grades 1-12
When: Aug. 7-12
Where: Juneau
Cost: $220-$275, financial aid available
Girls will explore the ecosystems of camp, hike trails, do environmental education activities and spend time getting to know their own Alaska backyard environment. Girls will also enjoy canoeing, a cookout, arts and crafts and more. Bus transportation is available.
Ages: Entering grades K-6
When: 8:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m., June 27-July 1 and July 25-29
Where: Chugiak
Cost: $200, financial aid available
Campers will try everything camp has to offer including canoeing, arts and crafts, a cookout, nature hikes, and more. Some activities will be new, encouraging campers to stretch, and some familiar, reinforcing girls' confidence in their skills. Bus transportation available.
Ages: Entering grades K-6
When: 8:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m., June 13-17, July 18-22
Where: Chugiak
Cost: $200, financial aid available
Girls will design their own community service projects and take action to make the world a better place. With the help of camp staff, campers will put their ideas into action and realize every person has the power to change the world. Campers will also get to enjoy canoeing and arts and crafts to hiking and outdoor cooking. Bus transportation available.
Ages: Entering grades K-6
When: 8:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m., June 20-24, July 11-15
Where: Chugiak
Cost: $200
Help get Camp Singing Hills ready for its first day camp season. Lend a hand with a painting project, clear a trail or organize the trading post.
Ages: Families of all ages
When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., May 14
Where: Chugiak
Cost: Free
Campers will enjoy all the great activities Camp Togowoods has to offer including canoeing, arts and crafts, nature hikes, a cookout, the 35 foot climbing tower and more. Bus transportation is available.
Ages: Entering grades K-12
When: 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m., May 30-June 2
Where: Wasilla
Cost: $90, financial aid available
Sponsor: Anchorage Parks and Recreation
Spend the summer discovering the joys of Kincaid Park. Campers will learn about animal tracking, hiking, rocket building, map making, orienteering, outdoor cooking, shelter building, beach combing and more.
Ages: 6-14
When: 12:30-330 p.m. June 6-10 ,June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 5-8, July 11-15, July 18-22, July 25-29
Where: Kincaid Outdoor Center, 9401 Raspberry Road
Cost: $75 per week
Contact: Margaret Timmerman, 343-4217; timmermanma@muni.org
Where: 11601 Gander St.
Contact: Debra Baines, 229-0359, info@thelearningfarm.net; www.thelearningfarm.net
Educational, hands-on learning activities include: horse care basics, riding instruction, pony driving lessons, farm animal education, feeding, chores, spinning wool, crafts, gardening, science, and cooperative games. Goats, sheep, calves, ponies, chickens, turkeys, pigs and horses. Stations will be used to ensure quality learning and individual attention. Bring your own snack. Week long sessions or "All Summer Program" includes ownership of a chicken, turkey, garden plot and a share of a milking goat.
Ages: 5-12
When: Ages 5-7: 9 a.m.-noon, ages 8-12: 1-5 p.m., Monday-Friday beginning May 23
Cost: $300 per week
Bring your lunch and a grown up and have a "Picnic with the Ponies!" Visit the farm animals, ride on a pony, take a cruse in the pony cart and feed the goats and sheep.
Ages: 3-5
When: noon-1 p.m., Monday-Friday starting May 23
Cost: $30 per day
Sponsor: Blue Sky Reading
Various summer programs available for group and individualized reading and writing. Students enjoy favorite children's literature, creating masks and conducting interviews for favorite character, developing oral language skills, performing characterization through skits. Create your own greeting card, including art and various styles of poetry for the individual's personal verse.
Ages: Grades K-8
When: Starting June 7
Where: 224 W. 23rd Av.e
Cost: $250
Contact: Shirley Nelson, 274-3498 or 240-3664; hirleyn@blueskyreading.com; www.blueskyreading.com
Sponsor: Play, Dance and Learn Preschool
Ages: 3-6
Where: 12330 Old Glenn Highway Suite 8, Eagle River
Contact: Cori Heath, 227-6258; playdancelearnpreschool@gmail.com
Cost: $100
Learn how to be a "Princess" with lots of fun arts and crafts, story time, dress-up, role playing. Learn "Princess Etiquette," a fun waltz and have a Royal Tea Party. Who knows, maybe a "Princess" will stop by. Register early, space is limited.
When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., June 21-23
Action-packed camp with crafts and games such as "Save the Citizen With Silly String." Special tumbling training each day. Learn what makes a community hero, fictional hero and super hero. Earn and decorate your own cape and learn a fun "Kung Fu Fighting Dance," which will be demonstrated the last day, Bring a lunch. Register early, space is limited.
When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., June 7-9
Journey into the enchanted world of princesses. Dress up, dance, tumble and arts and crafts is all included. A Royal Tea Party will be the main event.
Ages: 3-5
When: 9:30-11:30 a.m. June 27-30
Where: Babcock Fine Arts Building, 5700 W. Pilgram Court, Wasilla
Cost: $100
Contact: Sonja Babcock, 907-357-3933; babcockfineartsbuilding@hotmail.com; www.sonjasstudioofdance.com
Sponsor: HoWL
One day of outdoor, top-rope rock climbing as well as yoga on the beach with Anahata. Deluxe lunch and transportation to Kachemak Bay State Park included.
Ages: 16 and older
When: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., June 18 and Aug. 6
Where: Homer
Cost: $155
Contact: Libby Bushell, 907-399-4695; homerwildernessleaders@gmail.com; www.howlalaska.org
Sponsor: Rabbit Creek Community Association
Children entering grades K-4 will participate in 2 field trips per week, bike day once a week, engage in outdoor games, arts and crafts, gym, dramatic play, cooking and walks to local parks. Children entering grades 5-7 participate in 3 field trips per week, 1 bike trip per week and engage in a variety of the above activities. Field trip entrance is included in weekly fees. Morning and afternoon snacks are provided.
Ages: 5-12
When: 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Friday May 31-Aug. 5
Where: Rabbit Creek Elementary, 13650 Lake Otis Parkway
Cost: $170 per week, additional sibling $140 per wk, $60 registration fee per child.
Contact: Laurie Wade, 742-5722; rccasfc@yahoo.com
Sponsor: Alaska Center for the Environment and Eagle River Nature Center
Naturalist instructors lead small groups, teaching basics of ecology, geology, natural history, nature craft, environmental stewardship, and outdoor survival skills. Staff encourage positive social interactions among campers through group activities and explorations. Classes Include: River Wranglers, Geology Surveyors, Salmon Tales.
Ages: 5-12
When: 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., May 23-June 17
Where: Eagle River Nature Center; transportation from Eagle River Wal-Mart available
Cost: $168-$210
Contact: Thomas Burek, 274-5437; trailside@akcenter.org; www.akcenter.org
Sponsor: Psychology Resources
A fitness class for youth struggling with weight problems and overeating, which can lead to diabetes and other serious health issues. Each day participants will work with a personal trainer to improve cardio, strength, and conditioning. Nutrition lessons provided by a licensed dietician. Class led by a licensed mental health clinician teaching self esteem, confidence, resilience, and developing a positive self image.
Ages: Adolescents
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., twice weekly June 1-Aug. 5
Where: TBD, athletic facilities in Anchorage
Cost: varies according to number of groups attended
Contact: Mary Palko, 272-4407 ext 102, mpalko@mypsychologyresources.com
Sponsor: Anchorage Community YMCA
Contact: Colleen Kelley, 563-3211, colleen@ymcaalaska.org; ymcaalaska.org
Children join staff to grow personally, clarify values, improve personal and family relationships, appreciate diversity, become better leaders and supporters, develop specific skills while having great fun. Weekly campers swim, hike, take field trips, play field games, participate in arts and crafts, sing camp songs, learn survival skills and earn awards.
Ages: Entering grades 1-6
When: Before Camp Care: 7-8:30 a.m. ;YMCA Day Camp 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; After Camp Care 4:30-6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, May 31-Aug. 12
Where: Northern Lights ABC Elementary School, 2424 E. Dowling Road, last two weeks at YMCA
Cost: $190 per week per child plus $11.25 monthly YMCA membership per child.
An intensive program designed to focus on developing leadership skills in teens through community involvement. Teens hike, swim, play field games, develop their survival skills, perform community service projects, and volunteer in the community. Campers are encouraged to attend Camp Peggy Lake sessions also.
Ages: Entering grades 7 and 8
When: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., May 31-June 3; June 6-10; June 20-24; July 5-8; July 18-22; Aug.1-5;
Where: Challenger Clubhouse, next to YMCA, 5353 Lake Otis Parkway
Cost: $250 per week plus $11.25 or $22.50 monthly membership
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