ONWARD & UPWARD
Location: Mat-Su Valley
Grades/Age: Ages 12-18 | Cost: Varies
Description: Onward & Upward is an evidence-based nonprofit located in the Mat-Su Valley, specializing in adventure outdoor education that promotes health and wellness! We have a number of different summer programs happening; from eight-day backpacking courses to four-day rock climbing courses and much more! Visit our website for more details: www.onwardandupward.org.
Date/Time: Year-round | Varies
Contact: info@onwardandupward.org
ANIMAL ADVENTURES
Location: Palmer
Grades/Age: Ages 4-17 | Cost: $375/full week; $255/three days; $190/two days; $110/one day
Description: Get back into nature! Come Enjoy Alaska’s Learning Farm this summer! Tons of farm and nature related science every day! Cuddle with all the cute babies, piglets, kids, lambs, ducks, cows, foals and more. Learn to ride a horse. Shear a sheep and make wool projects. Milk goats and cows and make lotion. Go on an archeology dig. Bottle feed lambs and other farm babies. Explore the Farm and play fun farm games!
Date/Time: Weekly, May-August | 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Contact: Amanda Taylor, 907-230-6775
CSI FORENSIC SCIENCE CAMP - ALASKA LAW ENFORCEMENT MUSEUM
Location: Alaska Law Enforcement Museum, 245 West 5th Avenue, Suite 112, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 15-18 | Cost: $325
Description: This camp is designed to increase high school level student’s awareness of science by exposure to forensics. Learn about drug analysis, finger prints, fire science, forensic anthropology, blood stain analysis, DNA collection, firearms and tool mark analysis. Students will get hands-on experience with crime scene processing taught by law enforcement professionals. The camps mission is to nurture and develop long term interest in science education and a possible career in forensics. Camp includes field trip to Fish and Game Shooting Range.
Date/Time: May 23-26 | 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: Retired Cpt. Steve Arlow, 907-748-2446; trooperast41@gmail.com; Download Application: www.foast.org/csi-camp; 907-279-5050; admin@foast.org
ALASKA THEATRE OF YOUTH SUMMER CONSERVATORY
Grades/Age: Ages 4-18 | Cost: Range from $250-$1,000, dependent on the camp
Description: With seven different conservatory offerings throughout the summer, there is something for everyone, whether you’re a theater veteran or brand new to the arts! Students will rehearse for their shows as well as partake in fun and engaging specialty classes taught by Anchorage’s finest instructors. A variety of formats offer month-long camps to week-long intensive options for students of all ages! After a summer of completely sold out camps in 2022, ATY Summer Conservatory is going to be bigger and better than ever. Payment plans available, and full and partial scholarships offered. You won’t want to miss out!
Date/Time: May 24-Aug. 11 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; 1 hour Before and After Care available
Contact: 907-338-4901; aty@alaskatheatreofyouth.org; www.alaskatheatreofyouth.org
TRAILSIDE DISCOVERY CAMP
Location: Anchorage: Kincaid Bunker, Ruth Arcand Park, Lidia Selkregg Chalet; Eagle River: Beach Lake Chalet; Palmer: Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
Grades/Age: Ages 4-14 | Cost: Start at $345/week; one time nonrefundable registration fee, $70
Description: Trailside Discovery Camp is an award-winning camp program in Alaska that provides a broad range of outdoor environmental education experiences for students ages 4 to 14 from all economic, social and cultural backgrounds. We provide summer camps at a variety of locations in Anchorage, Eagle River, and Palmer. We also offer special winter and spring programs during school breaks.
Date/Time: May 24-Aug. 11 | 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Contact: Trailside@akcenter.org
YOUNG WOMEN’S FOUR-DAY OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP TRIPS
Location: Different routes for each trip in Alaska State Parks
Grades/Age: Girls ages 14-17 | Cost: $650
Description: Our four day, three night “Girl’s Trip” offers young women a chance to make new friends and seek high adventure with other like-minded girls. This is an Outdoor Leadership Backpacking Trip for young women ages 14-17, and will be offered as a series of three distinct backpacking trips to different wilderness areas in Southcentral Alaska. In this course trip, we will cover wilderness emergency medical situations and develop the building blocks of our decision-making/risk assessment mindset. Our female guides will mentor/teach from their own wilderness experiences to help our young women explorers develop their building blocks of outdoor skills for a lifetime of leading in the outdoor setting. Only 10 spots available - learn more and book on our website!
Date/Time: Three 2023 summer trips: May 27-30; July 1-4; Aug. 11-14 | Overnight: four days, three nights
Contact: hello@intothewoodsalaska.com; intothewoodsalaska.com
BRUSH & GLAZE LEARNING STUDIO: JOURNALING THE HIKE
Location: Brush & Glaze Learning Studio, Wasilla
Grades/Age: Ages 5-18 | Cost: $175
Description: Students will handcraft their own personal art journals and enjoy four day hikes at different trails throughout the Mat-Su Valley. Hikers will use their art journals throughout the camp to document flora and fauna, draw and paint observations, and complete challenges.
Date/Time: May 29-June 2 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Contact: 907-631-8948; www.brushandglaze.com
MARTIAL ARTS INTENSIVE DAY CAMP
Location: 113 West Northern Lights Boulevard, Suite I, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 5-12 | Cost: Members, $169/week; nonmembers, $209/week; one-time registration fee, $25; discount available for full month purchases
Description: ABJJ’s Martial Arts Summer Camps are a fun and exciting way to introduce your children to a broad spectrum of martial arts. Not only will your child be exposed to and learn techniques in Brazilian jiujitsu, wrestling, capoeira, Muay Thai and boxing, they will also learn about the histories and origins of all of them. We also make sure that we sprinkle in laser tag, Nerf Gun wars and movie time! Our camps are from 1-5 p.m., Monday-Friday, and can be purchased in one-week increments throughout May, June and July. Discount available for full month purchases.
Date/Time: Weekly camps, May 29-Aug. 11 | 1-5 p.m.
Contact: 907-748-9080; management@anchoragebjj.com
TENNIS CAMP: SMASH CAMP
Location: South High School Tennis Courts (pending), Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 6-17 | Cost: 1 Session, $60/weekly
Description: Who: Ages 6-17 (beginner to intermediate level players), 10-11 a.m.; Ages 8-17 (beginner to intermediate level players), 11a.m.-12 p.m.; Ages 14-17 (high school varsity and open level players), 12-1 p.m.
What: This group is a fun kids group that is an introduction/continuation to learning the game of tennis. Learning and playing a lot of tennis this group has a ton of fun drills and games. Group capacity is maxed at 16 players.
Where: Tentatively at South High School courts - working on securing the courts so this may change.
When: Mondays and Wednesdays, starting May 30, 2023
Teaching Pros: Aaron Haines and Brook Connolly
New this year: We will play rain or shine! Rain days can consist of pickleball, smash ball, lawn tennis.
Date/Time: Mondays and Wednesdays, starting May 30 | Session #1, 10 a.m.; Session #2, 11 a.m.; Session #3, 12 p.m.
Contact: Brook Connolly, brook.connolly@gmail.com; Hainessports.com
RIDGE RIDERS ADVENTURE CAMP AT THE SUNDERLAND RANCH
Location: Sunderland Ranch, 10856 North Wolverine Road, Palmer
Grades/Age: Grades 6-10 | Cost: $625
Description: Ages 12-15; must be entering junior high - prior experience is not necessary.
Day one and two will consist of riding basics and horse skills. We will start our day with calling horses up form the pasture, haltering them and barn chores. Saddling and working in pairs for skill sessions. Each rider will get out for a trail ride each day. On Thursday, your teen will come prepared to stay overnight at the ranch. We will provide a list of what they should and should not bring. This opportunity to cook meals and campfire together will strengthen the memories and friendships they are making. Campers will participate in a variety of other activities including arts, cooking and music. Friday we will be picked up in the Alaska Zipline Hummers and taken to our final adventure - six tandem tower zips with Alaska Zipline Adventure Park, also part of our ranch. Throughout the week they will have opportunities to earn coins for spending in the gift shop. You are welcome to send them with cash for snacks and other trinkets. Youth will build confidence overcoming obstacles and learning new skills throughout their week. They will have plenty of guided outdoor games as well as time to hang out and enjoy the peace of the woods the horses and the ranch.
A pack list will be attached to your registration form.
Date/Time: May 30-June 2; June 13-23; June 20-23; July 18-21 | Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thursday, drop off 9 a.m. to Friday pick up at 1 p.m.
Contact: Katie Sunderland, 907-782-7268; www.sunderlandranch.com
FOX HOLLOW JUNIOR GOLF CAMP
Location: Fox Hollow Sports Dome and Golf Course, 11801 Brayton Drive, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 6-14 | Cost: $175
Description: Junior Golf, ages 6-14
9 a.m.-12 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday
Sign up today!
Date/Time: May 30-Aug. 10 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: 907-345-4600; chalet@foxhollowak.com
AK SUMMER CAMP AT THE DOME
Location: 6501 Changepoint Drive, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 6-12 | Cost: $92/day; $272/week; $2,699/entire summer
Description: This summer, join us at The Dome for an amazing summer camp run by our incredible staff! Open to children ages 6 to 12, our day camp provides a summer filled with games, creative activities and sports! Every day at The Dome’s summer camp features a wide range of group activities, focused on everything from athletic movement to creative exploration. Kids will have a terrific experience each day with opportunities to grow emotionally, mentally and physically. Some popular activities ready for this summer are bingo, remote control cars and laser tag! Learn more and sign up on our website at thedome.us. We hope to see you this summer!
Date/Time: May 30-Aug. 11 | 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Contact: David Registe, Director of Programs, david@thedome.us
SUMMER FUN CAMP AT THE ALASKA CLUB
Location: The Alaska Clubs East, South, Eagle River and Fairbanks
Grades/Age: Ages 5-12 | Cost: Standard Hours Daily, $65 members/$75 nonmembers ; Standard Hours Weekly, $250 members/$275 nonmembers; Extended Hours Daily, $80 members/$90 nonmembers; Extended Hours Weekly, $310 members/$335 nonmembers
Description: The Alaska Club aims to keep our campers active and having fun!
At camp, we explore, play and grow. Every day features a variety of hands-on, age-appropriate activities where everyone has the opportunity to experience sports, arts and crafts, outdoor activities and daily swimming.
All our camps are open to members and nonmembers. Single-day and full-week pricing options are available. DCA is accepted at our East and Fairbanks camps.
Date/Time: May 30-Aug. 11 | Standard Hours, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Extended Hours, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Contact: summerfuncamp@thealaskaclub.com
JR. OUTDOOR EXPLORERS SUMMER CAMPS
Location: Kincaid Park, Jodhpur Trailhead, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 10-13 | Cost: $425/week; Daily drop-in booking available two weeks prior to program start date; Discounts available for multiple-week bookings
Description: For ages 10-13, this day camp outdoor leadership program includes field trips each week for foundational climbing and paddling skills, and hiking day trips in our local mountains. Within the context of outdoor recreation, friends and fun, our instructor guides will mentor youth in learning wilderness first aid skills, self and team rescue skills in different wilderness situations, teamwork, developing wilderness decision-making and risk-assessment skills, and much more as youth learn, engage and experience Alaska’s beautiful summer! Options are also available for this age group for backpacking and wilderness trips - see our website for more details.
Date/Time: May 30-Aug. 16 | Drop off: 9 a.m.; Pick up: 4:30-6 p.m.; Early drop-off available starting at 7:30 a.m.
Contact: hello@intothewoodsalaska.com; intothewoodsalaska.com
LITTLE OUTDOOR EXPLORERS SUMMER CAMPS
Location: Kincaid Park, Jodhpur Trailhead, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 5-6 | Cost: $425/week; Daily drop-in booking available two weeks prior to program start date; Discounts available for multiple-week bookings.
Description: Our Little Alaskan Explorers, “The Little Wolf Pups,” Summer Camps are designed for young children to learn outdoor studies skills through play, friends and fun, while fostering an authentic relationship with our local wild spaces and learning about being outside in our beautiful Alaska summer. Our 2023 Summer Camps will rotate between four different themes: Dinosaurs, Birds, Bugs and Water!
Date/Time: May 30-Aug. 16 | Drop off: 9 a.m.; Pick up: 4:30-6 p.m.; early drop-off available starting at 7:30 a.m.
Contact: hello@intothewoodsalaska.com; intothewoodsalaska.com
YOUNG OUTDOOR EXPLORERS SUMMER CAMPS
Location: Kincaid Park, Jodhpur Trailhead, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-9 | Cost: $425/week; Daily drop-in booking available two weeks prior to program start date; Discounts available for multiple-week bookings
Description: Our young outdoor explorers are 7-9 years old and ready for a day of adventure, wilderness skills and play with friends! Day camps meet at Kincaid Park and include a field visit each week for hiking in our local front range and/or learning paddling skills in our local ponds. Our 2023 Summer Camps will rotate between four different themes: Dinosaurs, Birds, Bugs and Water!
Date/Time: May 30-Aug. 16 | Drop off: 9 a.m.; Pick up: 4:30-6 p.m.; Early drop-off available starting at 7:30 p.m.
Contact: hello@intothewoodsalaska.com; intothewoodsalaska.com
AK YOUTH THREE-DAY TRIP: BACKPACKING AND WILDERNESS FOUNDATIONS TRIPS
Location: Different routes for each trip in Alaska State Parks
Grades/Age: Ages 10-13 | Cost: $550
Description: This is a foundational Outdoor Leadership Backpacking Trip for youth ages 10-13. This “quick trip three-day course” is offered as a series of three distinct backpacking trips to different Alaska State Park trails. In this course trip, we will cover wilderness emergency medical situations and develop the building blocks of our decision-making/risk assessment mindset. Our guides are mentors who will help youth build confidence and teamwork skills in addition to the wilderness safety skills essential to a lifetime of safe and fulfilling outdoor adventure. Only 10 spots available - learn more and book on our website!
Date/Time: Three 2023 summer trips: May 31-June 2; June 20-22; July 5-7 | Overnight: three days, two nights
Contact: hello@intothewoodsalaska.com; intothewoodsalaska.com
HIDDEN HOLLOW FARMS INTRO TO HORSES
Location: Anchorage Golf Course
Grades/Age: Age 10 and older | Cost: $350/week
Description: For three days a week we will be focusing on all things horses: how to feed and care for them, safety around them, all the various tack.
Learn the importance of groundwork and get to practice it. Each student will receive one private riding lesson during the week, a T-shirt and an informational workbook!
Date/Time: June-August, various weeks | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Contact: HiddenHollowFarmAK@gmail.com
TURNAGAIN CERAMICS CLAY CAMP
Location: 1343 G Street, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 10-15 | Cost: $329/one week; $599/two weeks
Description: Students will be immersed in the world of clay one week at a time at Turnagain Ceramic’s well-equipped, welcoming and safe ceramics studio space. Guided by experienced instructors, summer camp students will learn both hand building and wheel throwing techniques while producing one-of-a-kind pieces of art, such as sculptures and figurines, planters, mugs and bowls.
The camp is designed for students to attend one week or several weeks depending on their interests and availability. While each week is a self-contained session, as students build skills week over week, they can take on more advanced projects and techniques.
In our experience, kids really take to clay quickly and naturally. We’re excited to start fostering the next generation of Alaskan Ceramic Artists at Turnagain Ceramics 2023 Clay Camp!
Date/Time: June, July, August | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. or 2-5 p.m.
Contact: hello@turnagainceramics.com
2023 JUNIOR LEARN TO ROW
Location: Service Pool, June 4; Sand Lake, June 5-9, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 12-18/Completed Grades 6-12 | Cost: $125
Description: Participants will learn the basics of rowing with certified coaches on Sand Lake. Camp begins with a mandatory class at the Service High pool on June 4 to cover safety and introduce technique. June 5-June 9, campers will be rowing at Sand Lake.
Date/Time: June 4-9 | June 4: 9-11 a.m. at Service High Pool; June 5-9: 3-5 p.m. at Sand Lake
Contact: juniors@anchoragerowing.com
MARINE BOAT HANDLING & SAFETY AT THE “MIDDLE COLLEGE” FOR RURAL ALASKA SUMMER ACADEMY
Location: Prince William Sound College, Valdez
Grades/Age: Alaska high schoolers, ages 16 and older | Cost: Free tuition
Description: Introduces marine terminology, common hull forms, line handling, securing a boat, leaving a dock, safe fueling practices and marine safety gear. Addresses shop and personal safety, boating safety and boating knowledge.
Date/Time: June 4-9 | 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: PWSC Student Services, 907-834-1600; pwsc.registration@alaska.edu
FOUNDATIONS OF CLIMBING AND BACKPACKING YOUTH/TEEN OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP TRIPS
Location: Varying Southcentral Alaska Trails and Resurrection Bay
Grades/Age: Ages 10-17 | Cost: $850
Description: Our Foundations in Outdoor Climbing and Backpacking Youth Leadership Course offers youth ages 10-17 an opportunity to learn outdoor leadership skills and foundational skills in outdoor climbing and backpacking in the beautiful wilderness area of Hatcher Pass. This course is focused on giving youth the chance to learn a myriad of wilderness skills that will set them up for a lifetime of safe and sustainable enjoyment of our world’s wilderness spaces. Only 10 spots available - learn more and book on our website!
Date/Time: Two 2023 summer trips: June 4-9; July 17-22 | Overnight: six days, five nights
Contact: hello@intothewoodsalaska.com, intothewoodsalaska.com
SPANISH IMMERSION CAMP LET’S PLAY IN SPANISH
Location: Somos Amigos Spanish Immersion School, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Preschool-Grade 6 | Cost: Varies; Call for cost information
Description: Campers will be immersed in Spanish through exploration, interactive hands-on activities, music, dancing and much more. A fun and easy way to learn Espanol. We’ll have outdoor and indoor activities.
Date/Time: June 5 | Starts at 8 a.m. or 9 a.m.
Contact: Karim, 907-575-1600
CAMP CONFETTI: DANCE PAWTY WITH MY PET
Location: Anchorage Classical Ballet Academy, 1309 West 29th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 3-6 | Cost: $275
Description: Raise your paws if you love Paw Patrol and Secret Life of Pets because you’ll PAWSitively love this fun ballet and creative movement dance camp! Tiny dancers can bring their favorite stuffed pet - dog, cat, character, anything goes! - and together they’ll unleash the fun on four PURRfect dancing adventures. This dance PAWty will be a fun time ... FUR sure! https://www.anchorageballet.org/summer
Date/Time: June 5-8 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; or 4-6 p.m.
Contact: info@anchorageballet.org
LEFTY VAN BRUNT MEMORIAL YOUTH BASEBALL CAMP
Location: Mulcahy Stadium, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 8-14 | Cost: Free, thanks to sponsors
Description: Join our Anchorage Glacier Pilots’ coaches and players as they give instruction in baseball skills and sportsmanship.
Registration forms will be available on the Pilots’ website, glacierpilots.com, or at the Pilots’ office, 435 West 10th Avenue, Ste. A, in Anchorage.
Registration is required and space is limited. Register by May 26, 2023.
Date/Time: June 5-8 | 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: Roxanne or Mike, 907-274-3627; gpilots@alaska.net
LITHIA GREAT ALASKA COLLEGE SHOWCASE
Location: O’Malley Ice Center, 11111 O’Malley Center Drive, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Female hockey players ages 12-college; comp level skaters | Cost: $400
Description: Female hockey players: Be coached and scouted by some of the world's best hockey coaches - NCAA, NHL, AHL, Pro and Olympic. Directed by World Champion Zoe Hickel. Includes 16 hours of ice time, skills, games, functional strength training, updated speed techniques, nutrition updates and placement clinic for college, national team and pro leagues. Space is limited to 80 players and eight goalies. Register online at www.zopro.org/hockey-1.
Date/Time: June 5-8 | Day one, 3-6 p.m.; Days two-four, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., subject to adjustment
Contact: Zoe Hickel, 907-350-8140; zoehickel@zopro.org; www.zopro.org
SERVICE HIGH SCHOOL’S 2023 SUMMER VOLLEYBALL CAMP
Location: Service High School Gym, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 3-9 | Cost: $150/player
Description: For incoming 3rd-9th graders - beginners are welcome!
We will have two sessions daily depending on your grade level, please note the different times. This will allow coaches to focus on individual skills and talents.
Date/Time: June 5-8 | Grades 3-6, 9-11:30 a.m.; Grades 7-9, 1-3:30 p.m.
Contact: lcvb.servicehigh@gmail.com with questions; www.servicevolleyball.com for registration and more information
EVERYWHERE FUN FAIR VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Location: First Presbyterian Church, 616 West 10th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Age 4 to grade 6 | Cost: $15 if registered by May 1; $20 after May 1; contact the church office for the all-day option cost
Description: Join us for our “Everywhere Fun Fair: Where God’s World Comes Together” where participants will experience the love of Jesus, meet welcoming neighbors from the Bible and explore the everyday life of neighbors from around the world. Through storytelling, art, recreation, music and science, children will learn how to welcome everyone, as they understand how to love and serve God and be a neighbor to the world. For working parents there is an all-day option available to meet your needs.
Date/Time: June 5-9 | 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: Danna Larson, Director of Faith Formation and Mission, 907-272-6411; dllsitka@gmail.com
EXPLORE HEALTH CARE CAREERS IN ALASKA! MAT-SU
Location: Mat-Su College, Palmer
Grades/Age: Grades 6-8 | Cost: Free!
Description: Free Middle School Camp!
This camp will include introductions to a variety of mental health and human services careers. We will have visitors from multiple career paths, as well as discussion about areas within UAA that focus on different career development opportunities.
Our camp will focus on various themes of health, including:
- Holistic Health
- Dimensions of Well-being
- Community Wellness
- Self-Care
As a recreational therapist, the primary instructor includes active or experiential components throughout each day; including time to be outside and opportunities to practice teamwork and communication skills. Register at https://continuingstudies.alaska.edu/Registration.aspx?AffiliateID=GU9YU5. Limited spaces are available, so sign up now!
Date/Time: June 5-9 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Contact: Eric Oba, etoba@alaska.edu
H2O SPECIES SPIES: BIOLOGY CAMP ON STREAM ECOLOGY
Location: UAA ConocoPhillips Integrated Science Building, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 5-8 | Cost: $350
Description: Students will learn the tools of the trade to be a stream ecologist. They will explore the organisms that we can see, and those that we can’t, that live in our local waters. Students will find scrapers, shredders, gatherers and filterers and predators that live in the water. Water quality and health will be determined by which organisms are thriving. Students will collect, observe, and analyze species that live in a freshwater stream that is within walking distance to the ConocoPhillips Science Building.
Visit the CAS Summer Camps Website to register!
Date/Time: June 5-9 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: Rachael Hannah, rmhannah@alaska.edu
PERCUSSION IN THE VALLEY SUMMER PERCUSSION CAMP
Location: Percussion in the Valley Studio, 13372 Crowther Road, Palmer
Grades/Age: Ages 9-18 | Cost: $250
Description: Percussion in the Valley Summer Percussion Camp is an opportunity for percussionists, and those interested in percussion, between the ages of 9-18 to improve their technique, learn a wide variety of new instruments and gain instruction from professionals around the state. This weeklong intensive study will help inspire and challenge students in their percussion education while having fun and making new friends and connections.
Date/Time: June 5-9 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Contact: Dr. Meggie Aube, 907-631-8079; percvalley@gmail.com; www.percussioninthevalley.com
POWER UP! SUMMER STEM ACADEMY
Location: Challenger Learning Center of Alaska, 9711 Kenai Spur Highway, Kenai
Grades/Age: Grades 4-6 | Cost: Overnight Academy, $650; Day Academy, $450
Description: Day and overnight options. Power Up! Summer Camp, the week of June 5-9, will energize your children for learning and exploration! Lessons are centered around learning about essential energy sources and transformations, such as petroleum, natural gas, geothermal, solar and nuclear. Hands-on exploratory projects will uncover how our energy is consumed and conserved. Of course, as students get charged up, we can't leave out all the exploding energy that blasts humans into space and engineers the most robust robotics.
Date/Time: June 5-9 | Overnight: Monday, 9 a.m.-Friday, 1 p.m.; Day: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: 907-283-2000; kyanna.germann@akchallenger.org; www.akchallenger.org/camps
UCREATE@UAA: JPC MEDIA CREATOR CAMP
Location: Lyn Ary Park; Ray E. Storck Homestead Park; Loretta French Park; Abbott Loop Community Park
Grades/Age: Grades 5-8 | Cost: $350
Description: Learn about graphic design, audio, video and how to create Instagram-worthy images and YouTube-style video content. We’re looking for aspiring media creators grades 5 to 8. Visit the UAA CAS Summer Camps website to register!
Date/Time: June 5-9 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: Paola Banchero, pbanchero@alaska.edu
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Location: Sunset Hills Baptist Church, 12130 Old Seward Highway, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Age 4 through going into grade 7 | Cost: Free
Description: Spin the spinner, beat the clock, skip ahead, level up and play to win! Join us for Twists & Turns, a celebration of games of all kinds, and a time for Bible study, games, crafts, music, recreation, mission, and a snack. Jesus guides us through all the twists and turns of our lives. Following Jesus changes everything. All those 4 years old by June 5 through those going into 7th grade are invited to join for any or all days. Register when you come or see the church website.
Date/Time: June 5-9 | 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Contact: 907-345-2500; www.sunsethills.org; P.O. Box 110205, Anchorage, AK 99511
JA BIZ KIDS CAMP
Location: 2424 East Dowling Road, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades K-8 | Cost: $250/camper
Description: Join the JA team for a summer day camp geared towards elementary and middle school students. They will learn about financial literacy, workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, community and more, culminating with a Shark Tank-style pitch contest where they can win seed money for their business venture. The day will be a mix of outdoor play, leadership, social emotional learning and economics.
Date/Time: June 5-9; June 12-16; June 19-23 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Contact: Rebecca Hilton, 907-344-0101 ext. 3; rhilton@ja-alaska.org
“PRE” DANCE CLASSES IN BALLET AND JAZZ
Location: Studio Pulse Center for Dance, 2422 East Tudor Road, next to The UPS Store, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 | Cost: $140
Description: The six-class summer dance series for ages 4-6! Enroll for one class or both to immerse your dancer in the stylistic differences between ballet and jazz, all while learning how to work with other students in a fun dance class setting.
Princess Pre-Ballet runs 4:15-5 p.m., and “All That Jazz” Pre-Jazz runs 5:15-6 p.m.
Date/Time: June 5-July 17; no class July 3 | 4:15 p.m. and/or 5:15 p.m.
Contact: Front Desk at studiopulseak@gmail.com; www.studiopulseak.com
MAGIC DON PRESENTS!
Location: Magic Shop and Studio, 7537 Basel Street, Anchorage; Off-site classes may be requested
Grades/Age: Ages 9 and older | Cost: $250/students, includes all materials and references
Description: Want to learn some cool tricks and illusions? Come join us for Magic Camp or classes! Budding magicians will learn, build and perform ultra-cool effects for their own magic kits! Camps will offer all sorts of amazing tricks of the trade and end with a Grand Finale performance and barbecue. Camps must have four students and will be limited to 10. Other camps and classes may be scheduled by request. Classes may also be requested for individuals and groups. Magic Shows are also available for school, camp or public events. Don’t miss this!
Date/Time: June 5-9 and July 17-21; Other dates may be requested - must have at least four students | 10 a.m.-3 p.m., curriculum; Extended hours before and after by request as needed
Contact: Don Russell, 907-522-1364; magicguy@alaskalife.net; www.alaskaswildestmagic.net
RCCA SUMMER FUN CLUB
Location: Rabbit Creek Elementary, 13650 Lake Otis Parkway, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 5-12 | Cost: $260/first child; $240/ additional child
Description: Come and join us for a fun-filled summer! Children go on field trips to places such as: the Imaginarium, the Alaska Zoo, Loussac Library and local parks and businesses. All children go on at least two off-campus trips per week; one walking trip and one bus trip. Children have bike day one day a week: ages 5-9 stay on campus to work on skills, while those 10-12 bike off campus. When not biking or “fieldtripping,” children participate in a myriad of activities such as: cooking, science, arts and crafts, gym/outdoor games, nature walks and time to just be a kid. Our staff is experienced, energetic and creative; They receive over 30 hours of training. We look forward to a fantastic summer with your child! Operated by Rabbit Creek Community Association.
Date/Time: June 5-July 27, Mondays-Thursdays | 7:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m.
Contact: 907-742-5722; rabbitcreekchildcare@gmail.com; rabbitcreekchildcare.com
HONEYBEE PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP 2023 SUMMER PROGRAM
Location: 11109 Old Seward Highway, Suite 4, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 3-5 | Cost: $150/week
Description: Join us for a fantastic summer experience to keep your preschooler engaged and entertained while fostering socialization and other school readiness skills in a fun atmosphere. Our program is full of fun, exciting, and educational summer themed activities. Children must be potty independent to attend. There are morning or afternoon sessions available, Tuesday-Friday. Sign up weekly or monthly for your little one today.
Date/Time: June 5-July 29 | 8:30-11:15 a.m.; 12-2:45 p.m.
Contact: Talyn Green, 907-947-1254; thehoneybeepreschool@yahoo.com
CREATE ACADEMY AT PNA
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades K-8 | Cost: $375/camp*; $60 annual registration fee; *additional fees may apply to certain camps
Description: It’s full STEAM ahead at Create Academy - the place where science, art and technology collide with a whole lot of creativity. Immerse yourself in the creative process and learn new skills to take your creations to a whole new level.
Gardening, robotics, camping, sewing, cooking and so much more! Go to PNA’s website for full listings.
Camps are filling up fast - Register now! (Many camps are waitlist only.)
Date/Time: June 5-Aug. 4; weeklong day camps | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Extended care included, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Contact: createacademy@pacificnorthern.org; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy
CREATE ACADEMY - KINDERCAMPS
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Rising Kindergarteners | Cost: $375/week; $60 annual registration fee
Description: Kindercamps are designed to be the bridge to help preschoolers transition to the kindergarten classroom. Through engaging weekly themes, center-based play, educational activities, creative art lessons and outdoor exploration, students will learn the skills they need to be successful in a classroom setting and gain independence. All while having so much fun!
Date/Time: June 5-Aug. 4; weeklong camps | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; care included, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Contact: createacademy@pacificnorthern.org; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy
SUMMER OF WONDER
Location: Anchorage Waldorf School, 3250 Baxter Road, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 3 1/2-12 | Cost: $300/half day; $350/full day
Description: Come experience eight weeks of wonder at our amazing summer camp lead by experienced and trained Waldorf educators. We have three camps: Early childhood for 3 1/2-4-year-olds, a camp for 4-6-year-olds and, for the older kids, we have Big Kid Camp for 7-12-year-olds. From learning glass and ceramic mosaic techniques in “Mosaic Week,” to conducting experiments in “Art and Science Week” or just getting down and dirty in “Mud Week,” come have a blast at the Anchorage Waldorf School!
Date/Time: June 5-Aug. 4; except the week of July 4 | 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; or 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Contact: Renee Parks, ed@waldorfak.org; register online at waldorfak.org
UAA SUMMER ENGINEERING ACADEMIES
Location: University of Alaska Anchorage and Mat-Su College
Grades/Age: Grades 3-12 | Cost: $225; Tuition waivers available for low-income families
Description: The UAA Summer Engineering Academies are a series of weeklong, hands-on instructional day camps in Anchorage and Palmer for students entering grades 3 through 12. Each academy is designed to encourage interest in and provide exposure to STEM - science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The academies also seek to support historically underserved and underrepresented students. The academies are made possible by generous support from ConocoPhillips Alaska, with additional support from the MTA Foundation and Siemens. Above all, the academies prioritize learning, safety and fun.
Date/Time: June 5-Aug. 4 | 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Contact: sea@alaska.edu; www.uaa.alaska.edu/sea
GIRL SCOUTS OF ALASKA
Location: Day camp is held at Camp Singing Hills in Chugiak, which has a lake, forest, lodge and trails. Busing is available from Anchorage.
Grades/Age: Grades K-12 | Cost: Starting at $305/week; Scholarships available!
Description: Welcome to the wonderful world of Girl Scout day camp! Our camps are open to all girls, regardless of whether they are current Girl Scout members. Girl Scout Day Camp is a wonderful way to experience all the fun of camp and still return home each evening!
Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Our camps are designed to help girls discover the world around them, connect with other campers and take action in their own lives and communities. That’s what leadership is all about!
Campers will grow in their personal skills and self-reliance, be more willing to take appropriate risks, use leadership skills and feel more capable of making a difference. Girls will learn about their environment and feel more comfortable outdoors. In addition, campers will learn relationship skills and experience social and emotional character development; girls will learn to work as a team, have a sense of belonging with others and learn how to make new friends.
The true payoff of camp will be apparent when your camper comes home more self-reliant, self-sufficient and self-confident! Learn more at www.girlscoutsalaska.org/camps.
Date/Time: June 5-Aug. 11 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Contact: 907-248-2250; customercare@girlscoutsalaska.org; www.girlscoutsalaska.org/camps
HOPE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CAMP
Location: 650 West International Airport Road, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 8-21 | Cost: $7/week when receiving approved Medicaid service; $175/week when not receiving Medicaid services
Description: Hope Community Resources is hosting a 10-week themed community summer camp. Camp will be hosted throughout the Anchorage area, heading out in the community to explore, to be outside and to learn and try new things. This camp focuses on social, motor and listening skills, and on creating a fun and educational experience for the kids.
Date/Time: June 5-Aug. 11 | Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Contact: Lesko Discovery Center, 907-433-1700; discoverycenter@hopealaska.org
SPENARD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP
Location: Spenard Community Recreation Center, 2020 West 48th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 6-12 | Cost: $190/week/child; Childcare Assistance is accepted.
Description: This day camp is accredited by the American Camping Association. The camp will provide a safe active environment for 30-50 children, ages 6 through 12. Campers will experience numerous recreational opportunities such as swimming and water safety, ice skating, personal safety, outdoor education, outdoor recreation, physical education, sports, arts and crafts, hobbies, field trips, bicycling, competitions and a host of other activities. It is a positive summer program for kids that will help build self-esteem, friendships, skills and a basis for making positive recreational choices throughout a lifetime. Social skills such as consistent use of manners, resolving conflicts, accepting responsibility, natural cause and effect and playing effectively with others will be encouraged, along with the developmental skills that are appropriate for each child’s age and maturity level at all age levels.
Date/Time: June 5-Aug. 11 | Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Contact: Dorena Bingham, 907-343-4368; dorena.bingham@anchorageak.gov; Steven Murray, 907-343-4160; 907-802-8710 work cell; steven.murray@anchorageak.gov
GIRL SCOUTS OF ALASKA OVERNIGHT CAMP
Location: Girls from across Alaska attend Camp Togowoods every summer. Camp Togowoods is located on more than 400 beautiful acres along the lakeshore near Wasilla. It encompasses five ecosystems to explore, including our wetlands boardwalk. All Camp Togowoods campers enjoy arts and crafts, nature hikes, environmental education, swimming, canoeing or kayaking, and outdoor cooking. Campers sleep in platform tents, bringing the outdoors within reach. Campers have a sense of independence with the security of counselors living in an adjacent tent.
Grades/Age: Grades 1-12 | Cost: Starting at $275/session; Scholarships available!
Description: Welcome to the wonderful world of Girl Scout overnight camp! Our camps are open to all girls, regardless of whether they are current Girl Scout members.
Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Our camps are designed to help girls discover the world around them, connect with other campers and take action in their own lives and communities. That’s what leadership is all about!
Campers will grow in their personal skills and self-reliance; girls will be more able to care for themselves, have a greater awareness of their strengths and weaknesses, be more willing to take appropriate risks, use leadership skills and feel more capable of making a difference. Campers will learn about their environment; girls will feel more comfortable outdoors, become more aware of their surroundings and learn ways to respect and care for the environment. And campers will learn relationship and community-living skills; girls will learn to work as a team, have a sense of belonging with others and learn how to make new friends.
The true payoff of camp will be apparent when your camper comes home more self-reliant, self-sufficient and self-confident!
Date/Time: June 5-Aug.13
Contact: 907-248-2250; customercare@girlscoutsalaska.org; www.girlscoutsalaska.org/camps
ANCHORAGE COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
Location: 3031 LaTouche Street, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 3-6 | Cost: 3 days, Tues-Thurs, $575/month; 5 days, Mon-Fri, $795/month
Description: Join us this summer as we learn through play! Our child-centered approach allows us to study topics based on our students’ interest while encouraging a positive sense of self, problem solving, outdoor appreciation and social-emotional skills. Our facility offers a beautiful, natural outdoor environment with lots to explore. Indoors, we have a large play space with science, writing, art, dramatic play and block areas.
Date/Time: June 5-Aug. 25 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Contact: 907-279-0923; preschoolACP@gmail.com
FUNDAMENTALS GIRLS SUMMER CAMP
Location: Womens Fly Fishing/Fishewear HQ, 4011 Arctic Boulevard, #C, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 10-15 | Cost: $400
Description: In June 2023, Women’s Fly Fishing will be featuring one amazing summer camp session for girls! This session will feature a fly-fishing aspect, along with rock climbing and other outdoor recreational activities. Week 1: Beginner Fishing 101 Week 2: Rock Climbing Week 3: Hiking in Anchorage Week 4: Girls Day/Outdoor Picnic Social *Transportation required for all sessions*
Date/Time: June 6, June 13, June 20, June 27 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: 907-274-7113; info@womensflyfishing.com
RANCH CAMP
Location: Sunderland Ranch, 10856 North Wolverine Road, Palmer
Grades/Age: Ages 8-12 | Cost: $475
Description: Summer day camps at the ranch are a great way for your child to spend time away from electronics. Our day camps offer an unforgettable experience based around trail riding and horsemanship. Interacting with the working ranch offers kids with opportunities to learn new skills, ride horses and make friendships, which all increase personal growth and confidence. As they put their hands to new tasks, they may be inspired and find passions they didn’t know that they had. Campers may participate in activities that include gardening, archery, crafts, cooking and jamming, and of course riding and caring for horses.
Date/Time: June 6-8; June 27-29; August 1-3 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday
Contact: Katie Sunderland, 907-782-7268; www.sunderlandranch.com
MAYHEM BASKETBALL CAMPS
Location: Alaska Airlines Center, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Elite Camp: Girls entering grades 8-12; Individual Camp: Boys ages 8-14 and Girls ages 8-18 | Cost: Elite Camp: $120; Individual Camp: morning or afternoon session, $140 or both sessions, $240
Description: These basketball camps are a great opportunity to learn and improve one’s basketball knowledge and skills with the UAA Women’s basketball staff and players.
Elite Camp is for basketball players who want to compete and play at the next level. Players will work hard and be put to the test in more competition style drills and games.
Individual Camp is for boys and girls who want to improve in their fundamentals and learn techniques to help them succeed in their basketball journey.
In the morning session, campers will work on their ball handling, passing, shooting, defense and other skills for all positions. In the afternoon session, campers will focus more on games and applying their skills into game settings while working with others as a team.
Registration opens April 1.
Date/Time: Elite Camp: June 8; Individual Camp: June 19-21 | Elite Camp: 9-11 a.m. and 12-2 p.m.; Individual Camp: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and/or 1-4 p.m.
Contact: www.midnightsunbasketballcamps.com
ACRO DANCE CAMP SERIES
Location: Studio Pulse Center for Dance, 2422 East Tudor Road, next to The UPS Store, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 8-11 | Cost: $180
Description: Studio Pulse’s seven-class Acro Series introduces children ages 8-11 to acrobatics through dance, strength training and flexibility. Students will perform fun conditioning exercises under the guidance of a trained gymnast to prepare them to safely incorporate tricks, balances and tumbling into dance routines.
Date/Time: Thursdays, June 8-July 20 | 4-5:15 p.m.
Contact: Front Desk at StudioPulseAK@gmail.com; www.StudioPulseAK.com
INTRO TO DANCE
Location: Studio Pulse Center for Dance, 2422 East Tudor Road, next to The UPS Store, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 9 and older | Cost: $170
Description: Introduce your kiddo ages 9 and older to the world of dance! If you have a mover and groover who’s interested in a formal class setting but could use a trial run, this seven-class series is it! Dancers will be introduced to the basics of many styles, including ballet, contemporary, jazz and a bonus stretch class, providing them with the important foundations to make decisions about what styles they really love!
Date/Time: Thursdays, June 8-July 20 | 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Contact: Front Desk at StudioPulseAK@gmail.com; www.StudioPulseAK.com
BRUSH & GLAZE LEARNING STUDIO: GARDEN ART
Location: Brush & Glaze Learning Studio, Wasilla
Grades/Age: Ages 5-18 | Cost: $175
Description: In this day camp, kids will explore art for the indoors and outdoors! We will design and build bird feeders, make pottery planters, terrariums, fairy and gnome gardens and more!
Date/Time: June 9 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Contact: 907-631-8948; www.brushandglaze.com
VICTORY BIBLE CAMP
Location: Mile 95 Glenn Highway, Palmer
Grades/Age: Ages 7-17 | Cost: $315-$425
Description: Summer Camp at Victory is Life-changing! Do you love to ride horses, white water raft, canoe, swim, paddle board, ride the banana boat or just sit at a campfire with friends? If you do, Victory Bible Camp is where you want to be! With three satellite camps on over 400 acres, Alpine, Ranch and Venture Camp, we offer choices of activities and styles of camping that your child will be sure to enjoy with several dates to choose from. It’s our desire to see your camper make new friends, learn new skills and grow closer to God.
Date: June 11-July 28
Contact: 907-745-4203; registrar@vbcalaska.org; www.vbcalaska.org
ALASKA TEEN OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP EXPEDITION
Location: Varying Southcentral Alaska Trails and Resurrection Bay
Grades/Age: Ages 14-17 | Cost: $1,550
Description: Our Alaska Teen Outdoor Leadership Trip is for ages 14-17 and combines both the foundations of paddling, climbing and backpacking trips and wilderness first aid skills with a more advanced theory, challenge and skills practice. This is a mix between foundational/intermediate wilderness skills with an emphasis on outdoor leadership, wilderness emergency medical situations and reinforcing our decision-making/risk assessment mindset. Only 10 spots available - learn more and book on our website!
Date/Time: Two 2023 summer trips: June 11-19; Aug. 6-14 | Overnight: nine days, eight nights
Contact: hello@intothewoodsalaska.com; intothewoodsalaska.com
ALASKA DANCE THEATRE’S RAINBOW UNICORN DANCE CAMP
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre, 550 East 33rd Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 | Cost: $295
Description: Dance among the magical and mystical world of unicorns and rainbows! Each day includes unicorn fairy tales, dance, rainbow crafts, games and more! Your child will delight in discovering movement and music in this magical camp and delight you with a performance at weeks end!
Date/Time: June 12-15 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: 907-277-9591; info@alaskadancetheatre.org
ALASKA CHILDREN’S CHOIR MUSICAL THEATER CAMP
Location: Trinity Lutheran Church, 10355 East Palmer-Wasilla Highway, Palmer
Grades/Age: Recommended ages 8-17 | Cost: $200/student; discounts available for siblings
Description: Come enjoy a weeklong introduction to musical theater! Students will meet daily from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. They will prepare a musical throughout the week, learning skills including singing, acting and creating stage props for the set. The week will culminate in a single performance of their musical theater production on Friday evening. The recommended ages are 8-17. The cost is $200 per student, and parents will also be responsible for providing a simple costume for their child, or material so the student can make their own costume. Discounts are available for multiple children in a family. The musical will be determined based on enrollment numbers.
Date/Time: June 12-16 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, with evening performance June 16
Contact: Jessie Wetherell, 907-982-5467; alaskachildrenschoir@yahoo.com
EXPLORE HEALTH CARE CAREERS IN ALASKA!
Location: UAA Main Campus, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 6-8 | Cost: Free!
Description: Free Middle School Camp!
This camp will include introductions to a variety of mental health and human services careers!
We will have visitors from multiple career paths, and opportunities to see areas of the UAA campus that focus on different career development opportunities!
Our camp will focus on various themes of health, including:
- Holistic Health
- Dimensions of Well-being
- Community Wellness
- Self-Care
As a recreational therapist, the primary instructor includes active or experiential components throughout each day, including time to be outside and opportunities to practice teamwork and communication skills.
Register at https://forms.gle/1S1L7wX4126Q82xL9. Limited spaces are available, so sign up now!
Date/Time: June 12-16 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Contact: Eric Oba, etoba@alaska.edu
GAMES, PUZZLES AND MATH: MATHEMATICS CAMP
Location: UAA Social Sciences Building, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 6-8 | Cost: $350
Description: This program is for those who like solving puzzles, looking for patterns or tinkering with problems. We will explore mathematics through the use of puzzles and games to increase students’ interest and excitement of mathematics. The program will focus on hands-on exploratory activities and group activities that acquaint students with fun and challenging mathematics. The program also aims to increase problem-solving skills, critical thinking, communication skills and help students think creatively about mathematics. Visit the UAA CAS Summer Camps website to register!
Date/Time: June 12-16 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: Dr. Jenny McNulty, jmcnulty2@alaska.edu
NAVIGATORS: THINK FAST, THINK FUN, THINK ORIENTEERING: ORIENTEERING CAMP
Location: UAA Geography Classroom BMH 243, the adjacent commons area; and all exterior spaces of UAA/APU campuses and neighboring parkland, plus one or two excursion days to other municipal park lands (for navigation courses), Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 5-8 | Cost: $350
Description: The world is your obstacle course. Your mission is to find your way through it. An action-packed schedule of cooperative games, creative classroom training exercises and daily navigation courses will provide you with the tools you need to read a map, make great route choices and be the land navigator of your dreams! Visit the UAA CAS Summer Camp website to register!
Date/Time: June 12-16 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: Jen Jolliff, gimmedatart@gmail.com
PAINTING INTENSIVE
Location: Brush & Glaze Learning Studio, Wasilla
Grades/Age: Ages 10-18 | Cost: $175
Description: Young artists will love this creative painting camp! Each day focuses on a different medium: acrylic, watercolor, oils, paint pens and pouring. Learn techniques and explore in the medium of paint!
Date/Time: June 12-16 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Contact: 907-631-8948; www.brushandglaze.com
STELLAR-SHINE JESUS’ LIGHT
Location: Anchorage Lutheran Church, 1420 N Street, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Age 3-Grade 5 | Cost: Free; Donations gratefully accepted
Description: Launch kids on a cosmic quest where they’ll have a blast shining Jesus’ light to the world. Stellar rockets kids on an out-of-this-world adventure that’s lightyears of faith-building fun.
Date/Time: June 12-16 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: ALC Office, 907-272-5323
ALASKA DANCE THEATRE’S ACRO CAMPS W/ ALASKA ROCK GYM
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre, 550 East 33rd Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-12 | Cost: $395/week
Description: Come out and develop your acrobatic, gymnastic, flexibility and creative dance skills! Each day includes classes in strength and conditioning, tumbling and tricks, as well as classes in jazz and lyrical dance. Time will be spent one-on-one, to practice specialty skills unique to each dancer’s abilities before integrating our progress into an acro-jazz dance combination. Add in two trips to the Alaska Rock Gym, some arts and crafts, costume design and plenty of inspiration, and you have a full day in the life of a circus dancer! The week concludes with a performance exhibition showcasing our student’s accomplishments. Participants may sign up for one or both weeks.
*Additional cost of $36 for two days admission (per week) to Alaska Rock Gym will apply.
Date/Time: Week 1, June 12-16; Week 2, June 19-23 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Contact: 907-277-9591; info@alaskadancetheatre.org
KING’S LAKE CAMP
Location: 3313 East Lakeview Road, Wasilla
Grades/Age: Ages 7-17, depending on which camp | Cost: $175/camp session; max two sessions/camper
Description: Camps run weekly. For detailed information please visit www.kingslakecamp.salvationarmy.org.
Date/Time: June 12-July 21, depending on the camp | Monday afternoon check in, 2 p.m.-Friday, about 10 a.m.
Contact: The Salvation Army Anchorage Corps, 907-375-3583; Salvation Army Korean Corps, 907-349-9080
BREAKTHROUGH VOCAL CAMP
Location: Turnagain Arts Building, 4105 East Turnagain Boulevard, #212, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 8-16 | Cost: $450
Description: Does your kid love to sing and have fun with others? Breakthrough Vocal Camp is a one week day camp that focuses on fun while learning songs and then performing them. Have your kid pick a song before camp begins that they are already familiar with, that is also in their vocal capability as of camp time. We will work with each camper on their songs individually during the week and get it “stage ready.” We also work on a big group number with all of our campers each day and ... every camper gets a solo! At the end of the week, we will perform a show with all the solo songs and group number to family and friends alike!
Other things to look forward to: daily walks to the park down the street during lunch at the end of the day to get some more energy out (weather permitted), pizza party at the end of the week and a water balloon fight when weather looks right!
Morning and afternoon snacks will be provided for your camper. You will need to provide your own lunches. You can register and pay for camp at www.breakthroughvocalcamp.com, this will direct you to our main site. Then find the tab that says “Breakthrough Vocal Camp” in the upper right area. Any questions? Contact the camp director Megan Killoran at mmkilloran@gmail.com. See you this summer!
Date/Time: Teen, ages 13-16: June 12-16; Kids, ages 8-12: June 19-23; Kids, ages 8-12: June 26-30 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Contact: Camp Director Megan Killoran, mmkilloran@gmail.com
EXPLORATIONS IN DRAWING
Location: Brush & Glaze Learning Studio, Wasilla
Grades/Age: Age 10-18 | Cost: $175
Description: Young artists will learn and practice drawing tool technique including graphite, oil and chalk pastels, pen and ink in this drawing theory crash course! Experience realism, gesture drawing, still life, landscape, animals and more.
Date/Time: June 13-17 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Contact: 907-631-8948; www.brushandglaze.com
SPYDER SUMMER SOCCER
Location: Trailside Elementary and Service High Schools, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 3-14 | Cost: $70/U4; $90/U6-U14
Description: For more than 33 years, SPYDER (Sports Programs for Youth Development, Education and Recreation) Soccer has provided summer fun and skill development for kids ages 3-14. This 100% volunteer organization is a neighborhood program geared toward movement, fun and being outdoors; we emphasize family involvement. Teams are coed, Monday and Wednesday nights. Weekends are free. Choose the age group that works best for you. May request friends. Cost includes jersey, party, medals, etc. Register online at www.spydersoccer.com; registration ends May 23, and space is limited!
Date/Time: Mondays and Wednesdays, June 14-July 19 | U4, 5:30 p.m.; U6-U14, 6-8 p.m.
Contact: Cristy, crusher@gci.net; www.spydersoccer.com
SOLID ROCK BIBLE CAMP
Location: 36251 Solid Rock Road, Soldotna
Grades/Age: Grades 1-12 | Cost: Varies
Description: Solid Rock Bible Camp offers exciting and carefully crafted programs that provide the right camp experience for every child’s age and interest! From horsemanship to wakeboarding, from crafts to the climbing tower, Solid Rock creates an environment that allows kids to explore decisions, friendships and faith while they test their limits and experience new adventures.
Located on the central Kenai Peninsula since 1958, we invite your child to get outside, play hard, overcome challenges and build lasting friendships.
Programs are led by qualified instructors with waterfront, wilderness and horsemanship safety certifications. Bus Service from Anchorage available.
Date/Time: June 14-Aug. 4 | Overnight and Day Camps
Contact: 907-262-4741; solidrockbiblecamp.com
ALASKA DANCE THEATRE’S MERMAID SPARKLES DANCE CAMP
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre, 550 East 33rd Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 | Cost: $295
Description: A wet and wild week awaits your child at Mermaid Camp! Ocean, fish and water themes will be used to explore movement and music concepts. Each day your child will “swim through” a creative movement dance class, a nutritious snack, craft time and choreography. The week will end with a little performance, mermaid inspired!
Date/Time: June 19-22 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: 907-277-9591; info@alaskadancetheatre.org
ALASKA CHILDREN’S CHOIR MUSICAL THEATER CAMP
Location: Central Lutheran Church, 1420 Cordova Street, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Recommended Ages 8-17 | Cost: $200/student; discounts available for siblings
Description: Come enjoy a weeklong introduction to musical theater! Students will meet daily from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. They will prepare a musical throughout the week, learning skills including singing, acting and creating stage props for the set. The week will culminate in a single performance of their musical theater production on Friday evening. The recommended ages are 8-17. The cost is $200 per student, and parents will also be responsible for providing a simple costume for their child, or material so the student can make their own costume. Discounts are available for multiple children in a family. The musical will be determined based on enrollment numbers.
Date/Time: June 19-23 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, with evening performance June 23
Contact: Jessie Wetherell, 907-982-5467; alaskachildrenschoir@yahoo.com
BONE DETECTIVES: FORENSIC ANTHROPOLOGY CAMP
Location: UAA ConocoPhillips Integrated Science Building 213, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 5-8 | Cost: $350
Description: Welcome to the world of forensic anthropology! Collect human skeletal remains (plastic) and personal items from a field setting, as well as laboratory analysis of these items. Hands-on lab activities include blood spatter analysis, microscopic hair analysis, shoe impression recovery and analysis. Campers apply the above concepts to a specific forensic case they are reconstructing as a group. During the last day, we will go over their interpretations of this case based on their experiences with the hands-on lab activities. Visit the UAA CAS Summer Camp website to register!
Date/Time: June 19-23 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: Mallory Anctil, mjfisher@alaska.edu
ALASKA YOUTH MINISTRIES
Location: Little Beaver Camp and Retreat Center, 858 South Little Beaver Lake Road, Wasilla
Grades/Age: Grade 6-2023 graduated seniors | Cost: Please visit www.aknextgen.org/youthcamp for prices and details.
Description: AK Youth Ministries is the youth department of the Alaska Assemblies of God. Our camps are an amazing week for middle and high school students out at Little Beaver Camp in Big Lake. We have a lot of fun, connect with students from all over Alaska, pursue Jesus and leave transformed. Students today need hope, identity, purpose and to understand they are designed by God, living with purpose. Our camps prioritize this and we have seen God transform lives powerfully.
Date/Time: June 19-23; June 26-30 | Monday, 4 p.m.-Friday, 12 p.m.
Contact: Youth Director Ryan Gluth, ryan@alaskaag.org
TWISTS AND TURNS
Location: First Baptist Church, 1100 West 10th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Age 4 through Grade 6 | Cost: Free
Description: Twists and Turns VBS is a fantastical celebration of How Following Jesus Changes the Game. Have fun with games while learning that Jesus guides us through all the twists and turns of their lives. They will find that even when they mess up, it’s never “game over.”
Date/Time: June 19-23 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Contact: Kathleen Godsoe, 907-830-2439
THE DANCE MACHINE!
Location: The Gym at St. John United Methodist Church, 1801 O’Malley Road, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Group I, Ages 6-9; Group II, Ages 10-12; Group III, Ages 12-18 | Cost: Group I, $225; Group II or III, $275; $15 discount if paid in full by June 1
Description: This six-week class, featuring choreography by several artists - including Carly Campbell, Jessie Embley, Jack Klauschie and Izzy Williams - gives dancers the opportunity to work on jazz and musical theatre dance styles featured in The Music Machine shows, July 26-29, hopefully at ACPA’s Discovery Theatre. Come join us for our 42nd annual Musical Summer of Fun! No audition needed, but registration is required by May 15.
Date/Time: June 19-July 29 | Monday and Wednesday only. Group I, 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m.; Group II, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Group III, 2-4 p.m.
Contact: Janet Carr-Campbell, Director, 907-227-0509; themusicmachine@live.com; themusicmachineanchorage.com
THE MUSIC MACHINE!
Location: The Gym at St. John United Methodist Church, 1801 O’Malley Road, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Group I, Ages 6-9; Group II, Ages 10-12; Group III, Ages 12-18 | Cost: Group I, $300; Group II or III, $350; $15 discount if paid by June 1
Description: This six-week workshop in American Musical Theatre, directed by Janet Carr-Campbell and Jack Klauschie, culminates with shows July 26-29, hopefully at ACPA’s Discovery Theatre. Kids ages 6-18 develop teamwork and a sense of pride through song and dance. Come join us for our 42nd annual Musical Summer of Fun! No audition needed, but registration is required by May 15.
Date/Time: June 19-July 29 | Group I, Monday-Thursday 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Group II, Monday-Thursday 11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m.; Group III, Monday and Wednesday, 11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday, 11:45 a.m.-3 p.m.
Contact: Janet Carr-Campbell, Director, 907-227-0509; themusicmachine@live.com; themusicmachineanchorage.com
THE MINI MUSIC MACHINE!
Location: The Gym at St. John United Methodist Church, 1801 O’Malley Road, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 3-6 | Cost: $125
Description: Fun and creative classes for kids, ages 3-6 in creative music and movement, directed by Carly Flake and Jamie Sundberg. Performance on July 13 during class time for family and friends. This year’s theme is Mighty DINOSAURS. Come join us for our 42nd annual Musical Summer of Fun! No audition needed, but registration is required by May 15.
Mini Music Machine kids love having their own time in the spotlight!
Date/Time: June 20-July 13 | Tuesday and Thursday only, Ages 3 and 4, 9:30-10:30 a.m.; Ages 5 and 6, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Contact: Janet Carr-Campbell, Director, 907-227-0509; themusicmachine@live.com; themusicmachineanchorage.com
ACTORS ACADEMY: ADVANCED
Location: UAA Wendy Williamson Auditorium, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 13-18 | Cost: $590
Description: Voted Best Summer Camp by ADN readers! For the experienced and serious actor, Advanced Academy students will train in an intensive performance program that allows them to find their artistic voices and develop their creative talents to their fullest potential. Each student will be cast in a show with fully staged performances. Students who train in the Advanced program develop skills in collaboration, creation and public speaking, and show increased confidence in many areas of life.
With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians.
“Their dedication to positive educational and growing experiences first, which inevitably leads to stellar artistic excellence and achievement. The unerring belief that children can handle and accomplish far more than many people give them credit for, and the artistic freedom and trust TBA gives to teachers and staff to create work that fully engages and challenges everyone involved, youth and adults. The warm community that has grown around this theater, that supports the arts and truly believes in the effect art has on people as a whole.” - Michael Yichao, LA-based writer and actor
Date/Time: June 21-July 15 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; weekend performances
Contact: 907-677-7529; summeracademy@tbatheatre.org; www.tbatheatre.org/summer
BEHIND THE SCENES TECHNICAL ACADEMY
Location: UAA Wendy Williamson Auditorium, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 14-18 | Cost: $590
Description: Voted Best Summer Camp by ADN readers! Join this one-of-a-kind program for backstage theatre experiences and training for mature students. TBA’s Academy Technicians will have the opportunity to train and work alongside theatre professionals from around the country in every area of technical theatre. This elite team will also be given the responsibility of running lights, sound and technical aspects for Advanced Academy and Actors Academy productions under the guidance of a professional Stage Manager.
With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians.
“Their dedication to positive educational and growing experiences first, which inevitably leads to stellar artistic excellence and achievement. The unerring belief that children can handle and accomplish far more than many people give them credit for, and the artistic freedom and trust TBA gives to teachers and staff to create work that fully engages and challenges everyone involved, youth and adults. The warm community that has grown around this theater, that supports the arts and truly believes in the effect art has on people as a whole.” - Michael Yichao, LA-based writer and actor
Date/Time: June 21-July 23 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; weekend performances
Contact: 907-677-7529; summeracademy@tbatheatre.org; www.tbatheatre.org/summer
MATANUSKA OUTDOOR INSTITUTE
Location: Beautiful Matanuska Valley, 100 miles NE of Anchorage, Glacier View; Office: 200 West 34th Avenue, Ste. 82, Anchorage, AK 99503
Grades/Age: Ages 13-18 | Cost: $500/session
Description: At MOI, we strive to build a community where a person can develop personal resilience, leadership skills and Alaska outdoor competence to apply to all life’s challenges.
We use adventures such as hiking, ice climbing on a glacier, back country navigation and river crossings to learn skills and build confidence, self-reliance, teamwork and communication skills.
Date/Time: June 23-July 2; July 7-16; July 21-30; each session is 10 days in length
Contact: matanuskaoutdoorinstitute.org
ALASKA STRING CAMPS
Location: Camp Maranatha near Big Lake
Grades/Age: Elementary, completed grades 4-6; Intermediate, completed grades 7-9 | Cost: Elementary, $399; Intermediate, $499; Limited scholarships available
Description: Alaska String Camps provides a fun experience to string orchestra students in an overnight camp format, which includes orchestra rehearsals, small group classes and recreational activities such as swimming, boating, games, skits, campfire time and other traditional camp activities. Campers stay in comfortable rustic cabins with two chaperones per cabin. Meals focus on nutritious foods that young people enjoy. At the end of each camp a wonderful concert is held to share the music that students have worked on!
Date/Time: Elementary, June 24-26; Intermediate, June 27-30
Contact: 907-696-CAMP (2267); info@alaskastringcamps.org; alaskastringcamps.org
FOUNDATIONS OF PADDLING AND BACKPACKING YOUTH/TEEN OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP TRIPS
Location: Varying Southcentral Alaska Trails and Resurrection Bay
Grades/Age: Ages 10-17 | Cost: $1,190
Description: Our Foundations in Paddling and Alaska Backpacking Youth Leadership Course offers youth ages 10-17 an opportunity to learn outdoor leadership skills and foundational skills in outdoor paddling and backpacking in the beautiful wilderness areas of Resurrection Bay and Alaska State Park trails. Just like the climbing and backpacking course, this trip is focused on giving youth the chance to learn a myriad of wilderness skills that will set them up for a lifetime of safe and sustainable enjoyment of our world’s wilderness spaces. Only 10 spots available - learn more and book on our website!
Date/Time: Two 2023 summer trips: June 24-29; July 24-29 | Overnight: six days, five nights
Contact: hello@intothewoodsalaska.com; intothewoodsalaska.com
MARINE MATERIALS, MARINE BOAT HANDLING & SAFETY, AND MARINE BOAT TRAILERS AT THE “MIDDLE COLLEGE” FOR RURAL ALASKA SUMMER ACADEMY
Location: Prince William Sound College, Valdez
Grades/Age: Alaska high schoolers, ages 16 and older | Cost: Free tuition, fees and housing
Description: Marine Materials: Introduces procedures to make minor repairs to marine hulls made of wood, metal and composite materials. Addresses tool safety and working with materials Marine Boat Handling & Safety: Introduces marine terminology, common hull forms, line handling, securing a boat, leaving a dock, safe fueling practices and marine safety gear. Addresses shop and personal safety, boating safety and boating knowledge. Marine Boat Trailers: Introduces the maintenance and repair of boat trailers. Addresses shop and personal safety, trailers, trailer wheels and trailer electrical.
Date/Time: June 25-July 8 | 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: PWSC Student Services, 907-834-1600; pwsc.registration@alaska.edu
BINGLE CAMP
Location: Harding Lake, 25 miles south of Fairbanks
Grades/Age: Grades 1-12 | Cost: $250
Description: Bingle Camp is an overnight camp located on beautiful Harding Lake, just outside of Fairbanks. Our rustic summer camp offers kids in grades 1-12 an opportunity to unplug from tech and reconnect with God, nature, and friends. Campers learn outdoor skills, enjoy waterfront time, arts and crafts, hiking, canoeing, archery and build memories for a lifetime. Bingle Camp is open to children from all faith backgrounds, and is owned and by the Yukon Presbytery (PCUSA) and run by an inter-denominational board.
Date/Time: Weekly camps, June 25-July 14 | Sundays-Fridays
Contact: 907-479-0562; office@binglecamp.org; www.binglecamp.org
ALASKA DANCE THEATRE’S DANCING DRAGONS CAMP
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre, 550 East 33rd Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 | Cost: $295
Description: Fly away with an adventure filled week at Dancing Dragons Camp! Attack each magic filled day with dance class, art projects, games and snacks. This high energy camp will have your little one training their inner beasts and taming all sorts of magic! The week ends with a magical performance!
Date/Time: June 26-29 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: 907-277-9591; info@alaskadancetheatre.org
CAMP CONFETTI: MAGICAL MERMAIDS & SHIMMERING SWANS
Location: Anchorage Classical Ballet Academy, 1309 West 29th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 3-6 | Cost: $275
Description: Tiny ballerinas will dance and leap across the lily pad lagoon as mermagical mermaids and shimmering swans in this sparkling summer camp! Dancers will focus on ballet basics and creative movement, as well as fun and fancy, imaginative activities and fin-tastic feathery crafts! https://www.anchorageballet.org/summer
Date/Time: June 26-29 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; or 4-6 p.m.
Contact: info@anchorageballet.org
JA STOCK MARKET CAMP
Location: 2424 East Dowling Road, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 9-12 | Cost: $250/camper
Description: This fun-filled, action-packed competition gives high school students the opportunity to experience the stock market first-hand while enhancing team building and communication skills in a fast-paced environment. Prior to the competition, students complete lessons to learn about the basics of the stock market and the importance of saving and investing. During the competition, students put these lessons to the test as each team is issued $1,000,000 to invest in shares of fictitious companies. Throughout the 60-turn trading period, the simulation will follow news events as they impact the market, challenging students to work together and determine if they want to buy, sell or trade.
Date/Time: June 26-29 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Contact: Rebecca Hilton, 907-344-0101 ext. 3; rhilton@ja-alaska.org
PORTLAND TIMBERS AND THORNS CAMP
Location: Javier Dela Vega Park, 1950 West 56th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Youth Camp, ages 7-13; Competitive Camp, ages 13-18 | Cost: Youth Camp, $150; Competitive Camp, $135
Description: An Alliance Club Camp run by Portland Timbers and Thorns senior coaches. The camp open to boys and girls ages 7-18. Participants will work on soccer skills through drills and games.
Date/Time: June 26-29 | Youth Camp, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; Competitive Camp, 1-3 p.m.
Contact: Registration Online: Go to registration.timbers.com, click on Register and find the camp
MT. BIKE CLUB SUMMER CAMPS
Location: Kincaid Park, Jodhpur Trailhead, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 6-17 | Cost: $450/week; Daily drop-in booking available two weeks prior to program start date
Description: For ages 6-17, our 2023 MTB club program is for beginning to intermediate riders. Youth will gain fitness, endurance, learn basic bike maintenance, bike-related wilderness first aid skills, confidence, outdoor leadership skills and develop a strong foundation riding mountain bikes and single track trails. Join us for a summer of friends and fun on the Kincaid trails!
Date/Time: June 26-Aug. 16 | Drop off: 9 a.m.; Pick up: 4:30-6 p.m.; early drop-off available starting at 7:30 a.m.
Contact: hello@intothewoodsalaska.com; intothewoodsalaska.com
ACTORS ACADEMY
Location: UAA Wendy Williamson Auditorium, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 8-18 | Cost: $590
Description: Voted Best Summer Camp by ADN readers! Grow your child's confidence and let their inner star shine bright with TBA Theatre! This is a comprehensive program designed to help young people develop theatre skills in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Each Academy member will receive training in specialized areas of the performing arts including acting, stage combat, voice and dance. Academy actors will each be cast in a show with fully-staged performances.
With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians.
“Their dedication to positive educational and growing experiences first, which inevitably leads to stellar artistic excellence and achievement. The unerring belief that children can handle and accomplish far more than many people give them credit for, and the artistic freedom and trust TBA gives to teachers and staff to create work that fully engages and challenges everyone involved, youth and adults. The warm community that has grown around this theater, that supports the arts and truly believes in the effect art has on people as a whole.” - Michael Yichao, LA-based writer and actor
Extend your time by adding on Early Arrival and/or Play Production for a broader artistic experience!
Date/Time: June 27-July 23 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; some weekend performances
Contact: 907-677-7529; summeracademy@tbatheatre.org; www.tbatheatre.org/summer
SUMMER YOUTH THEATER CONSERVATORY
Location: Chilkat Center for the Arts, Haines
Grades/Age: Ages 6-18 | Cost: $225/Playmakers; $325/Summer Youth Theater Conservatory
Description: Continuing its summer tradition, Haines will once again welcome “Playmakers” for kids ages 6-7, and the “Summer Youth Theater Conservatory”; for participants ages 8-18. These programs are sponsored by Lynn Canal Community Players, reflecting all aspects of theater production. Theater skills are taught by seasoned professionals. Basic theater principles, as well as voice, movement, communication methods and working with other actors, are taught and stressed. Students will also learn to appreciate how “style” is determined be the “world of the play.”
Seasons are conducted in the beautiful Chilkat Center for the Arts, a historic 260-seat theater in Haines.
Training culminates in a full, on-stage production with the participation of all of our campers.
Date/Time: June 30-July 23 | 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; half time for Playmakers
Contact: Annette Smith, 907-766-2708
ANCHORAGE CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: CHAMBER INTENSIVE
Location: UAA Fine Arts Building, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Age 12 and older | Cost: Local students, $800; Need-based scholarships are available
Description: The ACMF Chamber Intensive is a rigorous one-week summer program for young musicians. Participants study chamber music with outstanding faculty from across the United States and abroad. Activities include daily rehearsals, coachings, individual lessons, master classes and admission to festival concerts. String - violin, viola, cello, bass - and piano players of all levels are encouraged to apply. Application and scholarship info is available on our website, www.anchoragechambermusicfestival.org.
Date/Time: July 8-15 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Contact: acmfconcerts@gmail.com
INTRODUCTION TO OCEANOGRAPHY AT THE “MIDDLE COLLEGE” FOR RURAL ALASKA SUMMER ACADEMY
Location: Prince William Sound College, Valdez
Grades/Age: Alaska high schoolers, ages 16 and older | Cost: Free tuition, fees and housing
Description: Topics include: plate tectonics and the evolution of the ocean basins, the chemical composition of seawater, forces acting on water to generate waves and currents, relationships among physical, chemical and biological processes, and complex societal issues such as global climate changes, fisheries management and pollution. Addresses plate tectonics, sediments, winds and Coriolis effect, ocean circulation, ocean-climate interactions, waves and tides, marine habitats, marine productivity, pelagic and benthic organisms, unusual and rare environments, marine resources, human impacts and sea ice. Counts as a college general education requirement course.
Date/Time: July 9-19 | 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: PWSC Student Services, 907-834-1600; pwsc.registration@alaska.edu
ALASKA DANCE THEATRE’S BALLET STORY CAMP: CINDERELLA
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre, 550 East 33rd Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 | Cost: $295
Description: An enchanted week awaits your child! Based on the classical ballet of Cinderella, this is a great opportunity for your tiny dancer learn the story of this traditional ballet and its music, while also exploring the concepts of movement. Each day there will be a creative movement class, a nutritious snack, craft time and choreography. The week will end with a little performance of Cinderella.
Date/Time: July 10-13 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: 907-277-9591; info@alaskadancetheatre.org
ALASKA CHILDREN’S MUSIC CAMP
Location: 1847 West Northern Lights Boulevard, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grade 6-12 | Cost: $155
Description: Come join Ms. Karen, Ms. Kay and Ms. Mimi in a musical exploration! You will sing, play and dance the day away.
Date/Time: July 10-14 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: alaskaorffchapter@gmail.com; www.alaskaorffchapter.org/alaska
ALASKA DANCE THEATRE’S MULTI-STYLE DANCE CAMP
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre, 550 East 33rd Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-12 | Cost: $395
Description: A little bit of everything, designed for the beginner! Enjoy Learning the basics of modern, jazz and ballet in a relaxed and noncompetitive class that encourages freedom of movement! Students will also participate in daily arts and crafts and be provided a healthy snack. A great way to try something new and make new friends. The week concludes with a performance exhibition showcasing our student’s accomplishments.
Date/Time: July 10-14 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Contact: 907-277-9591; info@alaskadancetheatre.org
CRAFTING 101
Location: Brush & Glaze Learning Studio, Wasilla
Grades/Age: Ages 5-18 | Cost: $175
Description: Dive into the world of handcrafting! Campers will enjoy a vast array of hand crafts including stamping, beads, leatherwork, tie-dye and macrame. Let’s create together!
Date/Time: July 10-14 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Contact: 907-631-8948; www.brushandglaze.com
ALASKA YOUTH OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP TRIP
Location: Varying Southcentral Alaska Trails and Resurrection Bay
Grades/Age: Ages 10-13 | Cost: $1,250
Description: Our Alaska Youth Outdoor Leadership Trip is for ages 10-13 and is meant to be a trip that helps youth transition into the higher adventure and responsibilities that come with the pre-teen/early teen years. This trip combines the foundations of paddling, climbing and backpacking trips and wilderness first aid skills in our local wilderness areas, and is foundational in nature with some intermediate wilderness skills. Outdoor leadership, wilderness emergency medical situations and reinforcing our decision-making/risk assessment mindset are all essential parts of this trip. Only 10 spots available - learn more and book on our website!
Date/Time: Two 2023 summer trips: July 10-15; July 31-Aug. 5 | Overnight: six days, five nights
Contact: hello@intothewoodsalaska.com; intothewoodsalaska.com
GASOLINE INBOARD MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING AT THE “MIDDLE COLLEGE” FOR RURAL ALASKA SUMMER ACADEMY
Location: Prince William Sound College, Valdez
Grades/Age: Alaska high schoolers, ages 16 and older | Cost: Free tuition and fees
Description: Introduces students to the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of gas inboard marine engines. Addresses shop and personal safety, routine maintenance, troubleshooting and parts replacement. Students can earn two college credits in less than two weeks!
Date/Time: July 10-19 | 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: PWSC Student Services, 907-834-1600; pwsc.registration@alaska.edu
ALASKA DANCE THEATRE’S POP STAR DANCE CAMP
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre, 550 East 33rd Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-12 | Cost: $395
Description: Join ADT for fun filled week at Pop Star Dance Camp! Enjoy learning the basics of modern, jazz and hip-hop in fresh fun classes that encourage personal expression! Students will also participate in daily arts and crafts and be provided a healthy snack. Be a star! A great way to try something new and make new friends. The week concludes with a performance exhibition showcasing our student’s accomplishments.
Date/Time: July 17-21 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Contact: 907-277-9591; info@alaskadancetheatre.org
CRAFTING WITH CLAY
Location: Brush & Glaze Learning Studio, Wasilla
Grades/Age: Ages 7-18 | Cost: $175
Description: Embrace your creative side with handmade pottery and clay crafts. Learn clay techniques including the pottery wheel, hand building and sculpting methods. Kids will glaze and keep their finished works of decorative and functional art.
Date/Time: July 17-21 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Contact: 907-631-8948; www.brushandglaze.com
STERLING SOCCER CAMP
Location: Javier Dela Vega Park, 1950 West 56th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-18 | Cost: $260; includes a camp T-shirt
Description: Anchorage Youth Soccer Club coaches along with guest coaches work with players on soccer skills through drills and games.
Date/Time: July 18-21 | 1-4 p.m.
Contact: Register Online: anchorageyouthsoccer.org, look on the Soccer Camps page of our website
ALASKA DANCE THEATRE’S JUNGLE SAFARI DANCE CAMP
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre, 550 East 33rd Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 | Cost: $295
Description: An adventurous week awaits your child at Jungle Dance Camp! Animal and jungle themes will be used to explore movement and music concepts. Each day your child will have the “bare necessities,” a creative movement dance class, a nutritious snack, craft time and choreography. The week will end with a little performance, Jungle Book inspired!
Date/Time: July 24-27 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: 907-277-9591; info@alaskadancetheatre.org
STUDIO PULSE SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVE
Location: Studio Pulse Center for Dance, 2422 East Tudor Road, next to The UPS Store, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 9 and older | Cost: $650
Description: Level up your artistry and athleticism in Studio Pulse’s one-week intensive for dancers with experience. Join guest artist and creator of Journey Dance Convention, Jesse Kohn, alongside many talented faculty in refining technique and honing technical prowess. Classes range from ballet and contemporary to conditioning, hip hop and more. Fun and fierce! Levels Beginning/Intermediate and Intermediate/Advanced available.
Date/Time: July 24-28 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Contact: Front Desk at StudioPulseAK@gmail.com; www.StudioPulseAK.com
THE INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE THEORY AT THE “MIDDLE COLLEGE” FOR RURAL ALASKA SUMMER ACADEMY
Location: Prince William Sound College, Valdez
Grades/Age: Alaska high schoolers, ages 16 and older | Cost: Free tuition, fees and housing
Description: Students who participate in this program will complete the following course: MT A112: Internal Combustion Engine Theory Introduces marine and non-marine internal combustion engine theory, and the repair and maintenance of two- and four-stroke engines. Addresses shop and personal safety, internal combustion engine theory, differences in two-stroke and four-stroke engines, and marine internal combustion engines. Students can earn two college credits in less than two weeks!
Date/Time: July 24-Aug. 2 | 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Contact: PWSC Student Services, 907-834-1600; pwsc.registration@alaska.edu
ACTING INTENSIVE: RISING STAR
Location: UAA Wendy Williamson Auditorium, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-12 | Cost: $325
Description: Voted Best Summer Camp by ADN readers! Help your child grow in confidence and learn about acting in this fun and exciting program! This beginner’s course will take these rising stars on a journey through all aspects of acting, including voice, movement, improv, theatre games, auditioning and other special skills. Includes one performance showcase at the end of the intensive.
With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians.
“Their dedication to positive educational and growing experiences first, which inevitably leads to stellar artistic excellence and achievement. The unerring belief that children can handle and accomplish far more than many people give them credit for, and the artistic freedom and trust TBA gives to teachers and staff to create work that fully engages and challenges everyone involved, youth and adults. The warm community that has grown around this theater, that supports the arts and truly believes in the effect art has on people as a whole.” - Michael Yichao, LA-based writer and actor
Extend your time by adding on Early Arrival and/or Play Production for a broader artistic experience!
Date/Time: July 25-Aug. 5 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; weekend performances
Contact: 907-677-7529; summeracademy@tbatheatre.org; www.tbatheatre.org/summer
MUSIC THEATER INTENSIVE: SHINING STAR
Location: UAA Wendy Williamson Auditorium, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 13-18 | Cost: $325
Description: Voted Best Summer Camp by ADN readers! A place for middle and high school students to explore and polish their creative talents through the lens of music theater. Vocal performance, acting the song and learning choreography will be the focus as staff guides students through the development and advancement of invaluable theatrical skills. This is a great way for teens to build confidence and work with other students and staff members who will help them succeed. Program ends with an evening showcase of the student’s work.
With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians.
“Their dedication to positive educational and growing experiences first, which inevitably leads to stellar artistic excellence and achievement. The unerring belief that children can handle and accomplish far more than many people give them credit for, and the artistic freedom and trust TBA gives to teachers and staff to create work that fully engages and challenges everyone involved, youth and adults. The warm community that has grown around this theater, that supports the arts and truly believes in the effect art has on people as a whole.” - Michael Yichao, LA-based writer and actor
Date/Time: July 25-Aug. 5 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; weekend performances
Contact: 907-677-7529; summeracademy@tbatheatre.org; www.tbatheatre.org/summer
SHAKESPEARE ACTING INTENSIVE: SHINING STAR
Location: UAA Wendy Williamson Auditorium, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 13-18 | Cost: $325
Description: Voted Best Summer Camp by ADN readers! A place for middle and high school students to explore and polish their creative talents through the lens of Shakespeare. Acting, voice, movement and stage combat will be the focus as staff guides students through the development and advancement of invaluable theatrical skills. Program ends with an evening showcase of the student’s work.
With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians.
“Their dedication to positive educational and growing experiences first, which inevitably leads to stellar artistic excellence and achievement. The unerring belief that children can handle and accomplish far more than many people give them credit for, and the artistic freedom and trust TBA gives to teachers and staff to create work that fully engages and challenges everyone involved, youth and adults. The warm community that has grown around this theater, that supports the arts and truly believes in the effect art has on people as a whole.” - Michael Yichao, LA-based writer and actor
Date/Time: July 25-Aug. 5 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; weekend performances
Contact: 907-677-7529; summeracademy@tbatheatre.org; www.tbatheatre.org/summer
ALASKA DANCE THEATRE’S FLOWER FAIRY DANCE CAMP
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre, 550 East 33rd Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 | Cost: $295
Description: Enter the enchanted garden of fairies, gnomes and forest creatures. Your little fairy or gnome will delight in discovering movement and music in this magical camp. Dance your way through each day with dance class, art projects, games and snacks. The week ends with a magical performance!
Date/Time: July 31-Aug. 3 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: 907-277-9591; info@alaskadancetheatre.org
CAMP CONFETTI: SPARKLEBERRY FAIRY GARDEN
Location: Anchorage Classical Ballet Academy, 1309 West 29th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 3-6 | Cost: $275
Description: Your petite dancer will not want to miss the Sparkleberry Fairy Garden annual party! Dancers will join fairy friends, fancy flamingos, and a colorful rainbow of dancing fruits and flowers for a fairy sparkling good time in ballet! This magical camp is full of pixie dust, dancing, games, glittery crafts and so much more! https://www.anchorageballet.org/summer
Date/Time: July 31-Aug. 3 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; or 4-6 p.m.
Contact: info@anchorageballet.org
KIDS’ MUSICAL THEATER DANCE SERIES
Location: Studio Pulse Center for Dance, 2422 East Tudor Road, next to The UPS Store, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-9 | Cost: $120
Description: Introduce your child to the joy of dance and at Studio Pulse! This five-class musical theater course for ages 7-9 combines singing, acting and dancing for a triple threat performing arts experience! Children use creativity while moving their bodies to develop rhythm, coordination and communication skills. Songs include popular Disney songs and more!
Date/Time: Wednesdays, Aug. 2-8 | 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Contact: Front Desk at StudioPulseAK@gmail.com; www.StudioPulseAK.com
SEAWOLF DEBATE CAMP
Location: UAA Campus, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 6-10 | Cost: $350
Description: Want your student to think more clearly? Write more effectively? Speak more persuasively? Enroll them in UAA’s Seawolf Debate Camp for a week-long intensive that uses debating to hone analytic and advocacy skills for students entering grade 6-10, no experience necessary. The camp will feature exercises, mentoring and practice sessions led by our internationally-acclaimed staff and debaters, and will build toward a full debate tournament at the end of the week. Sign up to improve public speaking and critical thinking skills while having a whole lot of fun! Visit tinyurl.com/seawolfdebatecamp to register!
Date/Time: Aug. 7-11 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Contact: tinyurl.com/seawolfdebatecamp
ACOUSTIC ALASKA GUITAR CAMP
Location: Wasilla
Grades/Age: Adult camp (with minors when accompanied by parent or guardian) | Cost: $769
Description: Let the Moose be your Muse! The 21st Annual Acoustic Alaska Guitar Camp is a special event offering music enthusiasts of all ability levels the opportunity to spend a week in Wasilla, studying acoustic guitar, mandolin, ukulele, banjo, fiddle, songwriting, voice, music theory and more under the tutelage of world-class recording artists. This year’s artists-turned-instructors include Shawn Mullins, Peppino D’Agostino, Victoria Vox, Allen Shadd and more. http://www.AcousticAlaska.com
Date/Time: Aug. 27-Sept. 2 | Residential Camp
Contact: Joe Becker, Camp Director, 907-331-4864; camp@AcousticAlaska.com; www.AcousticAlaska.com