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camp equinox! SUMMER THEATER DAY CAMP Acting! Comedy Improv! Musical Theater! Playwriting!
Puppetry! Mask Making ! Shakespeare !
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“Minispots” Program: Entering Grades 1 & 2, M-F 8:30-Noon
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Session I:
June 13 - July 7, 2022 Session II:
July 18 - Aug. 11, 2022 Please visit our website or call for brochure.
www.campequinox.com 406-522-7623 “This is our second year and we’re more impressed than ever. You create a living, breathing cocoon of creativity. The way Camp develops self-esteem, confidence, social skills and fun is miraculous in our eyes!”
Held at Bozeman Summit School 3001 West Villard Street The theater camp is being presented by Camp Equinox. Bozeman Summit School serves only as the venue for the event and is not responsible for any content of any part of the event or programming.
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KIDS ART CAMPS Ages 5 – 12 Weekly | 9am – 3pm COMIC CHARACTERS Week 1 - June 13 – 17 Week 6 - July 18 – 22 THAT’S WILD Week 2 - June 20 – 24 Week 7 - July 25 – 29 ART MASTERS Week 3 - June 27 – July 1 Week 8 - August 1 – 5
Week-long summer camps for ages 5 – 12 explore different movements in art. Each week will include 2D, Sculpture, and Mixed Media projects. Camps will conclude on Fridays with an artists reception. Youth ages 14 –18 are welcome to apply for our Youth Intern Program.
ART IN MOTION Week 4 - July 5 – 8* Week 9 - August 8 –12 RAIDERS OF THE LOST ART Week 5 - July 11 – 15 Week 10 - August 15 – 19 * 4 day camp in observance of Independence day
Register: www.theEmerson.org | (406)587-9797
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SUMMER ACTIVITY GUIDE INTRODUCTION.............. 4 OUTDOOR SUMMER CAMPS ........................................ 6
LOCAL MUSEUMS .......................................................... 8
SPORT & RECREATION CAMPS................................. 10 PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS: Acting, Theatre & Modeling........................................ 15 Dance ............................................................................. 17 Music.............................................................................. 18
LIFETIME HOBBIES ..................................................... 20 HRDC SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM......................... 22
FAITH-BASED DAY CAMPS........................................ 25
Hey Kids, Come Run with US!
Register today at
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YMCA SUMMER PROGRAMS .................................... 26
Bozeman Track Club Since 1995
OUTDOOR TRACK & FIELD | Mid May - Mid July Outdoor Track and Field is available for athletes currently in the 6th thru 12th grades. We practice at Gallatin High 2-3 times per week.
We are growing and always have a need for volunteers! Contact info@bozemantrackclub.org
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The Bozeman Daily Chronicle is back again with this year’s edition of the summer activity guide to help you get a head start on planning your kiddo’s summer moments. With yet another summer affected by the pandemic, many if not all of these camps are implementing COVID prevention protocols to keep campers safe this year. Many of these camps are also providing scholarships to keep costs down and kids actively engaged. Summer is approaching fast, and with winter still lingering, summer camps may be the last thing on your
mind. Let this guide remind you summer is just around the corner, and it’s time to get your spots at summer camps happening in Bozeman, and all around the state. You don’t want to miss out on giving your kids a summer they’ll never forget. Getting outside is the easy part, but staying entertained? Not so much. The good news is that many of these camps allow participants to stay busy, anywhere from a couple of hours, to the whole day, or even weeks at a time thanks to the overnight camps being offered
this year. If you’re eager to keep your kids busy and having fun this summer, this is the guide for you. There’s room for your children to attend science exploration camps or outdoor adventures. This year’s camps have something for everyone. Get your kids active with the many sports and dance camps offered, or showcase their artistic and creative talents with art, acting, and music camps! This guide will help you to navigate the best fit for your little ones. With children spending more and more time on their mobile devices
and tablets, it is important now more than ever to spend more time outdoors. According to Forbes magazine, a study conducted by the University of Columbia demonstrated that children who spend more time outdoors are more likely to “cherish and protect” nature when they become young adults. On average, kids spend about seven hours a day in front of a screen. Whether that’s a phone, tablet or computer it is time that could be better spent outdoors. The benefits of children spending more time outdoors are vast, from its
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obvious health benefits to social skill building, it is imperative for children to spend more time outdoors to set them up for a successful future. According to Harvard Health Publishing, exposure to sun and vitamin D are important for children to aid in bone development and give their immune system a boost. They also say that spending more time outdoors can be a great help to a child’s social and critical thinking skills. Utilizing those critical thinking skills can be accomplished at camp. Children will communicate and problem-solve with each other, unknowingly teaching themselves valuable life lessons they’ll utilize time and time again. In these interactions your child will be able to try new things and build a sense
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of confidence. Going to camp and attempting to make friends is a risk within itself for kids, without taking these small risks they’ll never be able to prove to themselves that they in fact can do it. So, what better way to give your child a life lesson than allowing them time to be creative and socialize with other children at camp this summer? It’s important to let kids be kids. With our 2022 Summer Activity Guide we can help you to find the right fit for your little one to do exactly that, to let them be themselves and be a kid. Giving your child the gift of a summer camp experience will give them memories, stories, and valuable lessons they’ll keep forever.
Heart and Hand Center
is inviting you to join us for Summertime Fun at our Day Camps & Retreats! Horses, Hiking, Art, Drumming, Yoga All for you at the K-J Ranch just East of Bozeman!
Where Kids, Teens & Adults can get away from the hectic pace of life, relax and rejuvenate at our beautiful Mountain Ranch. Our Day Camps & Adult Week-end Retreats will give you time to enjoy nature, hike, be with horses, make art, and relax in the fresh invigorating Montana mountain air. — 2022 ADULT WEEK-END RETREATS —
Women’s Rejuvenation - July 22-24 Discover Your Life Purpose - August 26-28 — 2022 SUMMER DAY CAMPS —
Kids’ Camp I - June 20-24 10-4 daily (ages 8-12) Kids’ Camp II - July 11-15 10-4 daily (ages 10-13) Back to School Camp - Aug 1-5 10-4 daily (ages 10-14) Learn more at: heartandhandcenter.com IG: heartandhandcentermt FB: heartandhandcenter Offices: 111 Grand, Suite 275 – Emerson Cultural Center in Bozeman K-J Ranch: 20010 Bridger Hollow Road, Bozeman 406.587.4036 Email: support@heartandhandcenter.com
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OUTDOOR Summer There’s no better time to enjoy the outdoors than Montana’s summer time. These camps are here to do just that. Not only will campers get to experience fresh air and the beauty of nature, these camps are here to engage all of that and more. With music classes, science courses, and interactive learning, your camper can have fun while connecting with the great outdoors. An article by Great Outdoors Colorado says that being outside for just 20 minutes a day can reduce kids’ stress and increase focus and attention. RAVENWOOD OUTDOOR LEARNING CENTER is all about healthy kids, families, and communities. Their mission is to “cultivate health, passion for learning, and stewardship of ecological and human communities through nature-based mentoring of youth, families, and adults” in the communities they serve. Ravenwood founders Laura Strong and Brett Holmquist “have deep roots in outdoor mentoring. Both grew up with expansive back yards in the big, wide country of Montana. As young professionals in Yellowstone doing biological research and conducting education programs for youth, the couple witnessed a fundamental lack of nature connection among many of the young people they encountered. For many kids, these programs had been their first serious outdoor adventures, even among those who grew up in Montana! Laura and Brett also witnessed a real thirst for learning and a noticeable shift in awareness and appreciation among their students when they were making connections on the land. They saw the trend of what is now called “nature deficit disorder” emerging, with kids spending less and less time exploring and learning outdoors and more and more time plugged into electronic media. They decided to meld their various talents in the science and education fields to do
something about it—and the inspiration to create Ravenwood was born.” More information about Ravenwood Outdoor Learning Center can be found on their website at https://ravenwoodolc.org/ourmission-values-story/ or by calling (406) 260-8620. CAMP CONNECT is a new summer day camp through Ravenwood Outdoor Learning Center. Their goal is connecting campers to nature! During this camp adventure, kids will build forts in nature, catch fish, eat fresh berries, and play games at Trumbull Canyon Camp. They’re here to help your camper make new friends and develop a relationship with nature. Based in Whitefish, this day camp is available August 1st-2nd, 8th-9th, and 15th-16th for campers aged 7-11. In addition to Camp Connect, Ravenwood is offering a Music and Nature camp, for ages 8-14 years old. While the camp dates are to be determined, this is a Monday through Friday day-camp from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. teaching campers to play the ukulele, percussion instruments, and a strings course. Beginners are welcome and encouraged to participate. Not only will campers learn to play musical instruments, they will also be immersed in group activities, play games, build crafts, engage in group stories, all while connecting to nature. Campers will need to provide their own instruments with the exception of the percussion section. Scholarships are available for this camp. Keep an eye out for upcoming dates that will be posted on their website. WILDERNESS KIDS CLUB is designed to teach your camper valuable life skills through the exploration of nature. This Ravenwood Outdoor Learning Center camp holds three sessions for kids 6-12 years old. Session one is from June 20th to July 12th. Session two runs from June 22nd to July 14th. Campers will get to learn fire making and
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tending skills, basketry, wood working, animal and bird tracking, and group communication skills. This popular camp is based in Kalispell, MT, and is filling up fast. Scholarships for this camp are available. Check out more details and sign-up options for all three camps by visiting Ravenwood’s website at https:// ravenwoodolc.org/ , or by calling (406) 260-8620. MONTANA CONSERVATION CORPS YOUTH CREWS goal is to inspire young people through hands on conservation service to be “leaders, stewards of the land, and engaged citizens who improve their communities.” Their hands-on approach yields challenging conservation projects to build confidence and strengthen communication skills. This expedition is great for teens who enjoy physical, rewarding, and skill building challenges. Montana Conservation Corps Youth Crews has a two and four week long program from June to August for Montana highschoolers. Participants can expect to gain 72+ volunteer hours, leadership, technical, and communication skills, and build new relationships. Participants must be Montana residents to apply. For more information on camps and Montana Conservation Corps Youth Crews, visit https://www.mtcorps.org/joinmcc/youth/ or call (406) 586-4475. Montana Outdoor Science School (MOSS) has a mission to “inspire curiosity, awareness, and understanding nature and science through quality educational experiences.” Their vision is to connect Montanans with nature, to value and understand natural sciences. The MOSS founders shared a vision that “lives are enriched when we have a greater understanding of our natural surroundings. Today, MOSS serves more than 4,500 students each year through year-round courses for all ages and backgrounds including outreach programs to 44 schools; 10 weeks of
summer camps for 500 students, and free family festivals that celebrate our natural resources.” Each summer program offers a different natural science topic, from climate science to backpacking, water science and insects & critters. Each camper can expect a hands-on experience with nature, learning all about various ecosystems, habitats, insects, minerals, and wildlife. Week-long camps start June 13th, with the last camp starting August 22nd. Camps are offered for participants in kindergarten, first through second grade, third through fifth grade, and sixth through eighth. For more information visit http://www.outdoorscience.org/ or call (406) 582-0526. MONTANA LEARNING CENTER (MCL) is Montana’s science camp for kids. It is a place for students to come together to solve problems, create and be empowered. Camp life includes STEMimmersion experiences, friendshipbuilding and recreation. Campers enjoy fishing, kayaking, boating and swimming at the lake. The MLC’s staff is composed of certified teachers, many of whom are award winning. The student to staff ratio is 8:1. Each of the MLC’s instructors and counselors are CPR and First Aidcertified. CAMP DISCOVERY “Students entering primary grades 1-3 can experience a four-day, day-only, science camp. Campers are bussed to the Montana Learning Center’s campus on the shores of Canyon Ferry Lake from Helena Monday through Thursday. Lunch and snacks are provided.” June 20th – 23rd – Nature Explorers June 27th – 30th – Water Wonders July 11th – 14th – Dinosaur Discovery July 18th – 21st – Young Astronaut Training July 25th – 28th – Dinosaur Discovery
SUMMER ACTIVIT Y GUIDE 2022 August 1st – 4th – Water Wonders
Robotics – To the Moon & Back
August 8th – 11th – Nature Explorers
August 7th – 11th – Rock On
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“Camp Young Naturalist Adventures is a five-day, overnight camp for students entering grades 4-6. Campers arrive on Sunday afternoon and leave Thursday afternoon. Students are involved in STEM activities and recreation. They spend their time exploring the fascinating world of science. Campers can expect activities that challenge them to be curious and problem solve with other students. All camp activities take place at our campus on the shores of Canyon Ferry Lake or nearby.”
“Camp Innovations is a five-day, overnight camp for students entering grades 7-9. Students arrive on Sunday afternoon and leave Thursday afternoon. Students are involved in STEM activities and recreation. They spend their time exploring the fascinating world of science. Campers can expect activities that challenge them to be curious and problem solve with other students. Each camp features exciting field trips and tours in the Canyon Ferry Lake area.”
June 19th – 23rd – LEGO Robotics – To the Moon & Back
June 26th – 30th – Crime Scene Investigation
June 26th – 30th – Zombie Apocalypse July 10th – 14th – Zombie Apocalypse July 17th – 21st – Water, Water Everywhere July 24th – 28th – Rock On July 31st – August 4th – LEGO
June 19th – 23rd – Flight Squad
July 10th – 14th – Montana Treasures July 17th – 21st – Lego Robotics – To Mars & Back July 24th – 28th – Flight Squad July 31st – August 4th – All-Girls STEM Camp
August 7th – 11th – 3D Design It; 3D Print It EXTREME YELLOWSTONE EXPEDITION “Camp Extreme Yellowstone Expedition is a six-day, overnight camp for students entering grades 8-12. Students arrive Sunday afternoon and leave Friday afternoon. Paradise Valley serves as the hub for camping and science experiences and as a jumping off point for excursions to Geyser Basin, Yellowstone Falls and Lamar Valley.” July 31st to August 5th. DINOSAUR CAMP “Montana Learning Center is partnering with Carter County Museum in Ekalaka, MT for a unique camping experience. This adventure, for students entering grades 8-12, includes three days of field expeditions to active paleontological dig sites in the Hell Creek Formation. In addition to fossil digs, campers will tour Carter County Museum, sort material collected in
the field, learn the basics of fossil preparation and prepare fossils they gathered at the digs for display in the Museum.” August 14th – 19th. EXPLORE THE UNIVERSE “Camp Explore the Universe is a five-day, overnight camp for students entering grades 9-12. Students arrive Sunday afternoon and leave Thursday afternoon. Campers study the universe with our state-of-the-art telescopes, including Montana’s largest public-use telescope. They learn how to locate objects in the night sky, photograph them, and manipulate astronomical data just like astronomers do.” July 31st to August 4th. Text is written by Ryan Hannahoe, Executive Director for the Montana Learning Center. For more information on Montana Learning Center and how to register, please visit MontanaLearning.org/StudentPrograms , or call (406) 475-3638.
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LOCAL
Museums
Summertime is a chance for kids to discover and explore all types of different surroundings. It’s looking for treasures by the river, finding new insects to capture and identify, and inspecting funny looking plants and flowers in a nearby field. It’s for discovering interests and diving into a plethora of educational rabbit holes. Local museums are here to serve and engage children of all ages and interests. Their programs and interactive learning lessons bring wonder and excitement to your child’s summertime. In addition to the summer programs offered, all
museums are open to the public. This summer, you can enjoy a day trip to the many museums Bozeman has to offer.
MUSEUM OF THE ROCKIES (MOR) is a non-profit organization recognized as a world-class cultural and natural history museum and research facility. MOR features an extensive collection of dinosaur fossils, natural history exhibits, planetarium shows, and educational programs. MOR’s mission is to inspire “life-long learning in science, history, culture, and art; advance
knowledge through collections, research and discovery; and present engaging, vibrant exhibits and educational opportunities. Museum of the Rockies brings the world to Montana and shares Montana with the world.” For students entering first through twelfth grade in Fall 2022, camps are offered from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with the first camps beginning June 20th, and the last camp beginning on August 8th. Campers can participate in four-day sessions, or five-day sessions. While most camps are sold out, there are a few spots remaining for grades 6-12.
The Museum of the Rockies is also open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information about the museum and camps offered this summer, visit their website at https:// museumoftherockies.org or call (406) 994-2251. Originally founded as the Children’s Museum of Bozeman in 2001, MONTANA SCIENCE CENTER (MSC) was founded by parents and community leaders who “recognized that enriching, experiential learning opportunities are central to the education and
SUMMER ACTIVIT Y GUIDE 2022 growth of all children.” MSC has created a community “by focusing on learning through play with interactive exhibits, engaging science classes, and educational programs throughout the year. What began as a grass-roots effort to create an informal, interactive educational resource for the community’s children has grown into a full-fledged museum facility with interesting experiences, engaging programs, and a professional staff.” Beginning June 13th, summer camps are offered this year for kindergarten through second graders, and third through fifth graders, with the last camp session starting August 22nd. From learning to code, exploring the science of espionage, investigating optical illusions, and solving engineering problems, these camps have a dose of science topics and discovery for everyone. Five-day camps run from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with a new five-week session available this year.
Stibitz Wilson Awards at The Ellen. Rescheduled from 2021, this is a free event. The American Computer & Robotics Musuem says that they’ll be “honoring luminaries in the fields of THE AMERICAN COMPUTER & computer science and biodiversity ROBOTICS MUSEUM is the oldest whose groundbreaking work is continually operating museum “of contributing to our understanding of its kind” in the world. Their exhibits the relationship between humanity “span 4,000 years of human history, and from original technology.” cuneiform Summertime is a chance For more tablets to the information, for kids to discover and first personal visit their computers, explore all types of website and include at https:// different surroundings. topics such acrmuseum. as Artificial org/#home-section or call (406) 582Intelligence, Quantum Computing, 1288. the Space Race, Cracking the Enigma BOZEMAN ART MUSEUM is the Code, and more.” The museum only fine arts museum in Bozeman. is open 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Founded in 2012, the museum Tuesday through Sunday all summer. values creativity, collaboration, Admission is FREE for kids 9 and community, and culture. Bozeman under, and $4 for ages 10-17. Also, don’t miss out on an event that’s Art Museum’s educational team coming up on September 23rd – the “has developed strong partnerships For sign-ups and more information, visit https://montanasciencecenter. org/learn/summer-camps-1 , or call (406) 522-9087.
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with the Bozeman and Gallatin and Park County School District, the homeschool community and local teachers to bring art education to students grades K-12.” Bozeman Art Museum values the impact that creative expression can have on kids, bringing education to many areas in the community that are in need. Their summer programming is generally done alongside local libraries and in the museum. Programs teach kids how to draw, with other aspects of art creation based on DaVinci Initiative teachings, the Mona Brookes “Monart” lessons, and Betty Edwards. The Bozeman Art Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Days and hours of operation are set to increase for summer and upcoming exhibits. For upcoming classes and more information, visit https://bozemanartmuseum.org/ classes-and-education/ or call (406) 570-1419
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Sports Recreation AND
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SUMMER ACTIVIT Y GUIDE 2022 With activities and opportunities ranging from tag and four-square, to bowling and martial arts, your child is guaranteed to learn something new with Cunningham Martial Arts or Bozeman Sports Camp. Both teach valuable life lessons that transcend sports. These organizations will teach your children to be competitive, but also how to be compassionate. Respect and comradery are very important to any competition and your children will be able to get their energy out while interacting with other kids and learning the whole way through. Participating in team sports provides a sense of togetherness that is hard to get elsewhere at a young age. Working together with a common goal can teach your kids so much about teamwork, compassion, and work ethic. These characteristics are ones that last a lifetime, just like the memories they’ll have with them too.
The hot pavement, cool grass, the arid infield of a little league diamond, paired with oranges, watermelon slices and popsicles are the memories that will stick with campers well after the day of sport is over. The in between time spent chatting with friends, laughing with counselors and learning valuable lessons from coaches is important as well. Sports camps provide a great sense of structure and through counselors and organizers who can be a great source of guidance too. For a child to build a connection with a coach or counselor can be a remarkable relationship in a child’s life. It is important for children to have mentors outside of the home they can look up to, and feel they are being seen and heard. Incorporating sports into your child’s routine has many benefits beyond exercise and a daily dose
of blowing off steam. Participating in sports increases motor skills, introduces friendships, and builds confidence. An article by Better Health suggests that physically active children “are more likely to develop into physically active adults.” Other benefits include improved coordination and balance, improved social skills, and improved personal skills such as cooperation and leadership.
Instructors provide class structure while utilizing positive reinforcement to help support your child’s mental and physical development. There are three programs offered which depend on the age range of your child. The Dragons program is for ages six to eight.
CUNNINGHAM’S MARTIAL ARTS values teaching kids strong life skills while creating excitement around physical fitness and having fun! Their mission is to build confidence, focusing on discipline, respect, self-control, perseverance, and goal setting. Cunningham’s Martial Arts mission is “built upon improving the lives of families in our community through giving back, teaching strong life lessons, and preparing people so they never become a victim.”
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This class gives kids a headstart on focus, courtesy, and respect, while also focusing on coordination. The Juniors are for kids aged eight to thirteen.
For People of All Ages
Creating Community Through People, Parks and Programs Visit www.bozeman.net/recreation for information
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BOZEMAN SPORTS CAMP offers a plethora of new sports and activities for your camper to try this year. The kids will learn “skills from traditional sports such as soccer, basketball, baseball, football, and volleyball, and they will also get to participate in and learn skills from tennis, Frisbee, bowling, and many other games. Kids will also get to build their physical fitness through movement skills, chasing, fleeing, dodging, agility, flexibility, and balance.” This camp is designed as a program for kids in kindergarten to sixth grade, providing fun and engaging activities, games, and sports of all kinds. There are three sessions this summer in June, July, and August, sign-ups for half-day or full-day are available as well. The goal of Bozeman Sports Camp is to expose kids to many sports and activities, and hopefully they will find some to continue to play and enjoy as they grow up in Bozeman. For more information on Bozeman Sports Camps and the courses they offer, visit https:// bozemansports. camp or call (406) 6615496.
BOZEMAN PARKS AND RECREATION offers many different recreational activities and camps to support your child’s connection to the Bozeman Community. “Explore!” is a summer camp that has two sessions available this summer. For ages 5-7, and 8-10, this camp runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Your campers will get to enjoy the beautiful setting of Story Mill Park. Campers can expect a funfilled week of group games, outdoor adventures, crafts, scavenger hunts, sports, and water-play. Each week has a new theme, from Campers Got Talent, to Backyard Campout, each week is guaranteed to be an adventure for everyone. Campers can sign up for a week at a time, with camp dates starting in June and ending mid-August. Lunch is provided daily by HRDC’s Summer Lunch Program. Sign-ups begin March 1st. Also check out the many sports activities available on their
website, such as T-ball and Tennis. For more information on summer programs and camps, visit https:// bozemanrecreation.activityreg.com/ selectactivity_t2.wcs or call (406) 582-2290.
BOBCAT SUMMER YOUTH CAMP is a summer camp for kids K-6th grade, hosted by the associated student of Montana State University (ASMSU). With a new theme for each week of camp, Bobcat Summer Youth Camp makes every day fun. In the first week of camp, kids get to go rock climbing and geocaching, while taking nature walks and practicing their tent building. Dive into the sixth week of camp and get ready to make a splash! This week is all about playing water games and creating water crafts. Campers will want to make sure to bring their swimsuits. Week three’s theme is “Surfs-up.” This week, campers get to enjoy ocean themed charades, arts and crafts, and other activities,
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This class teaches the importance of setting and achieving goals in addition to gaining confidence and skill. The teens and adults’ classes are for those aged 14 and up. This class offers a complete body workout to enhance your physical fitness level, for those looking for real-world training and technique. For more information on Cunningham’s Martial Arts and the classes they offer, visit https://www. cunninghamsma.com or call (406) 556-8792.
along with more water games. Campers can anticipate a few field trips too, with mini adventures to the Galligator Trail or Museum of the Rockies. Campers can also look forward to Movie Friday’s, where a kid friendly movie showing will be held in the mornings. These week-long camps run from June 13th through August 12th. Regular registration for new coming campers will begin March 16th. Parents can expect drop-off times from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., camp themed activities from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., lunch until 12:45 p.m., and games, outdoor/educational activities and crafts until 3:00 p.m. Pick up times are from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. with optional post-camp recreational activities hours available until 5:30 p.m. For more information on Bobcat Summer Youth Camp and where to sign up, visit https://www. montana.edu/getfit/bobcat_summer_ youth_camp/camp_details.html or call (406) 994-5000
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SUMMER ACTIVIT Y GUIDE 2022 LONE MOUNTAIN GYMNASTICS mission is to “provide a safe, fun environment for kids to thrive.” They “believe when kids are supported in their efforts, the confidence and skills they develop set them on a path of success and fun for life.” Their staff is “made up of professional teachers, coaches, instructors and educators who love what they do!” Lone Mountain is offering a variety of summer camps this year with a total of seven camps for ages 3-12. Age groups range from 3-5, 6-11, 6-12, and 11-13 years old. Summer camp enrollment begins March 1st at 1:00 p.m.
CAMPAPOLOOZA is offered weekly, and kids can expect to do something different every day! This camp is for kids aged 6-11, for boys and for girls. Offered all summer long, mornings are spent playing games in the beautiful parks of Bozeman, finishing the day with trampoline and gym time. Drop-off is
at Lone Mountain and transportation will be provided. An afternoon camp is also available with pool time, playing outside, and group games.
KIDVENTURES summer camp is for boys and girls ages 3-5. Each week has a different theme, from Dinosaurs and Treasure Island, to Under the Sea and Kid Detectives. Campers can participate in gymnastics, games, crafts, and outdoor play. The first week of camp starts June 13th and the last week of camp begins August 15th. COMBO CAMP is full of movement, with gymnastics, tumbling, and trampolines. This camp is held once a week for five weeks. Boys and girls ages 6-11 can participate. TRAMPOLINE CAMP is just like it sounds! Campers “learn skills & routines to enhance body tension, trunk stability & spatial awareness in a safety-conscious environment! Four full-size, in-ground tramps, one
above ground tramp, as well as two 40 ft. long trampolines provide lots of opportunity for fun.” This camp is for boys and girls ages 6-11, held once a week for five weeks.
GIRLS ADVANCED CAMP is for ages 6-12, where more advanced gymnastics training is offered to continue skill development. Camp is held once a week for five weeks. TOTALLY TUMBLING is a gymnastics-based camp, focused on tumbling progression. From forward rolls, to handsprings and flips, this camp is for girls ages 6-12. Two sessions are offered from June 14th to July 14th and July 19th to August 18th.
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movement gymnastics circuits help teach basic gymnastics skills, body positions, coordination and strength.” Their goal with this class is to make sure kids have fun while learning techniques to develop their gymnastic skills! For more information on camps offered and sign-up details, visit https://www. lonemountain.biz/ summer-gymnasticscamps or call (406) 587-1180.
GYM KIDS CLASS is for boys and girls ages 3-5. This class is designed to be an introduction to gymnastics. Lone Mountain says that “developmentally based
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Performing Arts ACTING, THEATER, & MODELING This year’s opportunities to enroll in a performing arts camp for the summer of 2022 are not to be missed out on. Give your kids a chance to work with professional and passionate individuals whose experience and expertise will be shared with your children. These camps are great for kids who are excited and eager to express their creativity and artistic sides. Tate Academy, Rocky Mountain Entertainment Agency Acting and Modeling Summer Camps, Camp Equinox, and the Young Actors Workshop, and Yellowstone Theological Institute have Bozeman and South West Montana covered for Performing Arts camp opportunities this summer.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN ENTERTAINMENT AGENCY (RMEA) is a talent agency based in
services while working closely with many top agencies, directors and managers.” Their “integrity and dedication consistently opens doors for increased experience and reallife working opportunities.” RMEA is hosting three camp sessions this summer. Session one is a modeling focused camp from June 24th-27th. This camp will teach participants all about the modeling industry, photo movement exercises, and runway training. This camp includes photoshoots and personalized training. Participants will create a customized plan for pursuing modeling goals. Session two is a camp for aspiring actors. Dates for this camp are to be determined. This camp is in July and will focus on building acting reels with a professional director. Actor’s Camp focuses on having featured filmed roles to add to your acting and modeling portfolio. Session three is a Mini Model Camp from August 18th-21st. This camp is held at a lakefront cabin in Marion, MT. It includes personalized modeling and industry coaching, runway training, photoshoots, and more! Camps include lodging, necessary transportation, meals, snacks, and more. Age ranges for camps may vary depending on experience and availability. For more information, email Karlee at karlee@rm-ea. com or call (406) 262-4011. To view camp details and dates, visit https:// www.rm-ea.com/services/summercamp/
Western Montana. They represent, train, educate, and manage models, actors, and musical talent, serving local and out of the area talent. RMEA supports clients “from local jobs to international contracts, educational and personal development, portfolio build-up, one on one training and more. RMEA provides professional
Since 1996, CAMP EQUINOX has been serving the community of Bozeman to create an exciting place for kids to learn all about theater and explore their creativity. Camp Equinox states on their website that their goal is to give “students the opportunity to meet challenges, explore their creativity, build self-confidence, and see their
THE TATE ACADEMY will once again be offering popular workshops at the beautiful Ellen Theatre in Downtown Bozeman. They provide students with solid, technique-based theatre training taught by professional instructors. The focus is to encourage students to explore the wonderful world of the performing arts, and each student will receive individual feedback and coaching to build on his or her skills. Information about workshops is currently posted on the TATE Academy website. To learn more or to register, please visit www.tateacademy.com
success in final performances, all in the environment of a supportive community.” Camp Equinox is offering 2 sessions this summer. The first session is from June 13th to July 7th, and the second is from July 18th to August 11th. Grades 1st through 2nd have a half-day program from 8:30 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday. Grades 3rd through 8th have an 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. program. The camper’s daily routine consists of a morning meeting. This is a chance for kiddos to regroup, enjoy skits by other campers or teen interns, sing together, and learn the days schedule. Campers are then split into groups by age for morning workshops. After a brown-bag lunch, the kids have “directed free-time”, a chance to work on a creative project or join the group game or sport. Following directed free-time comes organized rehearsal, directed by the staff or a special performance and workshop with a guest artist. New this year, participants are now eligible to sign up for both sessions. For more information on Camp Equinox and sign-up information, visit https:// www.campequinox.com/register , or call (406) 522-7623. The Shane Lalani Center in Livingston Montana offers a variety of educational programs and classes. Their Summer YOUNG ACTORS WORKSHOP is one of the Shane Lalani Center for the Arts’ “most popular programs.” Beginning in August, this workshop is an “intense” two-week theatre skills course for kids in grades K-12. The workshop “divides a full day between rehearsals and classes taught by theatre professionals and college students. The YAW provides students with the opportunity to learn a wide variety of theatre skills while building a full-scale musical
production. At the culmination of each workshop, students have a chance to show off all their hard work during three public performances on the Dulcie Theatre stage.” The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts is “dedicated to fostering creativity and building community through various arts programming, classes and events. The mission of the Shane Center is to strengthen community through participation in the arts.” In addition, they are committed to inclusiveness, and offering affordable access to their programs and facilities. For more information of the Young Actors Workshop and Shane Lalani Center for the Arts’, visit https://www. theshanecenter.org/education/ or call (406) 222-1420. On their website, the
YELLOWSTONE THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE (YTI) says, “we believe in the connection of faith, adventure and arts, and our youth camps allow us to create a positive, uplifting environment where participants can develop their skills and talents—all while experiencing a sense of togetherness as a community.” Their TheatreMakers summer camp is here to do just that. With collaboration from the Bozeman Actors Theatre, this camp is perfect for kids looking for the opportunity to work as an actor, director, writer, stage manager, and craftsperson. Participants will work as a team to create a one-of-a-kind play. This camp is held on YTI’s campus. Camp runs from August 16th to the 20th. Kids entering 4th-12th grade may participate. For more information on the Yellowstone Theological Institute and the ThetreMakers summer camp, visit https://yellowstonetheology.org/ community-events/summer-camps/ or call (406) 404-1600.
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THE MONTANA BALLET COMPANY (MBC) is a non-profit arts organization with a vision to “enrich and inspire the minds and spirits” of their community of dancers “and audience members alike.” The MBC website states that, “for over 37 years, the Montana Ballet Company has enchanted audiences with its exceptional productions. From fulllength classics, to contemporary ballet and modern dance, our company presents works that appeal to both the dance enthusiast and the first-time theatergoer.” The Montana Ballet Company is offering
SNOW WHITE SUMMER CAMP this year. This is a daily ballet class, including dance-related arts and crafts, choreography, and more. Three sessions are offered, starting June 13th. The First session holds classes for ages 4-6, and ages 7-9. Dancers can expect “a daily ballet class, dance-related arts and crafts, dance history, choreography and instudio performance for friends and family all based on Montana Ballet Company’s February production of Snow White.” Classes are MondayThursday, 9 a.m. to noon, with the youngest age group starting June
13th and the older age group starting June 20th. The second session is for ages 4-6, with class times the same as the first session, starting June 27th. The third session offered is for ages 4-6 as well, starting July 11th. DANCING UNDER THE BIG SKY (DUBS) is an annual two-week Summer Dance Intensive. DUBS “is an enriching educational program featuring exceptional guest teachers from across the country and a full curriculum.” This class is from July 25th to August 6th. Classes will run Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Students can
expect to learn a variety of ballet techniques, pointe and pre-pointe, artistry, modern/contemporary, stage make-up, variation, progressive muscle relaxation and diaphragmatic breathing. Kids will have short breaks throughout the day as well as a lunch break. Two sessions will be held this summer. One session for kids ages 7.5 and up, and the other session for kids 11.5 and up. For more information on the Montana Ballet Company and the classes they’re offering this summer, visit https://montanaballet.org/academy/ register/ or call (406) 582-8702.
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MUSIC FLATHEAD LAKE MUSIC CAMP’S philosophy is that “every student is gifted”. The camp seeks to provide an environment in which each student’s talents can be nurtured and refined. In addition to technical assistance and instruction, emphasis is placed on the very special selfworth of each student.” Flathead Lake Music Camp is an “annual week-long summer camp for middle school and high school vocalists and instrumentalists. The camp is located in a picturesque setting at the Flathead Lake United Methodist Camp near Rollins, Montana. Students stay in modern cabins
staffed by adult counselors, study in small groups with professional music educators, participate in large ensembles, have opportunities for individual lessons, experience nightly performances by professional musicians, have the opportunity to perform for peers in student recitals, and enjoy relaxing recreation time swimming and canoeing in Flathead Lake.” High school Camp is held July 10th though July 16th, whereas the Middle School Camp is held July 17th through the 23rd. For more information on this camp, visit http://www. flatheadlakemusiccamp.org/ or email
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GIRLSING is dedicated to empowering girls “through song, songwriting and art to help them discover what they already possess in their musical selves, hearts, and minds.” This camp is here to pave an authentic path to creative exploration and positive connection. Not only will campers get to express their creativity freely, but they will also learn to create fertile ground for more meaningful connection to themselves and the world around them. Daily camp activities are hiking, picnicking, and playground
time. Thursday nights will feature “meaningful family music and art gathering.” This camp is for girls ages 7-11. The camp has three, five-day sessions available. Session one is in June, and sessions two and three are in August. Camp is held in Bozeman, at Pilgrim Church, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This camp is not a religious-based camp nor does it have any religious orientation or emphasis. For more information on GirlSing camp and where to register, visit https://musictogetherbozeman. yourvirtuoso.com/classes/Session. html?semester=7453 or call Music Kate at (406) 570-2839.
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For the parents of little ones who aren’t so little anymore, we have three amazingly adventurous Lifetime Hobbies camps. For those who want to learn a new hobby or activity, these are the camps for you! Some of these camps have openings for children as young as 5, and others are for kids of high school age. If you’re looking to zero in on a new hobby for your little one like fly fishing, kayaking or mountain climbing, be sure to check out our Lifetime Hobbies camps for the summer of 2022.
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SUMMER ACTIVIT Y GUIDE 2022 SPIRE CLIMBING AND FITNESS offers fun and challenging summer climbing camps for kids ages 5-16. These camps are designed to improve your camper’s strength, confidence, focus, trust, and teamwork skills. Beginners who have prior climbing experience are encouraged to join this class to take their skills to the next level. Camps are separated by age to offer distinct classes for kids 5-8, 8-11, and 11-16. Half-day and weeklong camps are available with sessions in the morning and afternoon offered. CAMP MONKEY MANIA for kids 5-8 is designed to teach the essential of climbing. This class includes learning knots, commands, and technique through a series of games and activities. Camp starts mid-June and goes through the end of August. CAMP ROCK WARRIERS is for kids 8-11, where campers learn more advanced technique and challenging courses. Camp starts mid-June and goes through the end of August. Morning camps are available as well as some afternoon sessions. CAMP ROCK STARS is Spire’s climbing camp for older kids ages 11-16. Campers in this class will learn to rappel, tie a variety of knots, and understand the fundamentals of lead climbing. This class starts at the end of June and goes through mid-August with available classes in the afternoon only. For more information and summer camp information, visit https://www.spireclimbingcenter. com/summer-camps or call (406) 586-0706.
WILDERNESS ADVENTURES MONTANA FLY FISHING As a 501c3 charitable organization, Wilderness Adventures was founded on the premise that “socioeconomic circumstances should never impede a child from having a Wilderness Adventure Experience” whereas 100% of their donations go to a child in need. Their mission is to
inspire growth and wonder, while their values lie in community, leadership, and the natural world. Wilderness Adventures is offering a Montana Fly Fishing overnight backpacking expedition this summer to those in grades 9-12. Your camper can enjoy 16 funfilled days of fly fishing on the Madisen River to the alpine lakes of the Anaconda Pintler Wilderness. This opportunity includes fishing seminars, whitewater rafting on the Gallatin River, and backpacking in Yellowstone National Park. Two sessions are offered, the first being from June 27th to July 12th, and the second starting July 15th through July 30th. Accommodations, group gear, activities, and meals are included. Campers will need to supply their own personal gear and clothing as well as airfare if they are travelling to Bozeman. For more information on Wilderness Adventure and the camps they offer, visit https:// www.wildernessadventures.com/ program/montana-fly-fishing/ or call (307) 733-2122.
THE WAVE TRAIN KAYAK TEAM is offering a three-day camp for youth ages 10-18. This camp includes one day of flatwater training and two days of easy whitewater kayaking. Basic paddle strokes, rolls, and intro to equipment are a few of the techniques your camper can expect to learn during class. Campers will train at Bozeman Beach before moving up to train on the rivers around Bozeman. Be on the lookout for 2022 dates on Wave Train Kayak Team’s website. For more information on what the camp offers, visit http://www.wavetrainkayakteam. com/3daylevel1 or call (406) 5394333.
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MONTANA BALLET COMPANY 2022 SUMMER PROGRAMS
SnowWhite SUMMER
Join Montana Ballet for Snow White Summer! Daily ballet class, dance-related arts and crafts, choregraphy, and more. Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 12:00pm
June 13 – 16 Ages 4 – 6
June 20 – 23 Ages 7 – 9
June 27 – 30 Ages 4 – 6
July 11 – 14 Ages 4 – 6
DANCING UNDER THE BIG SKY Two-week Dance Intensive Comprehensive curriculum: Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Modern, Pilates, Nutrition, Physical Therapy, and more. July 25 - August 6 Ages 8 & Up
REGISTER ONLINE: montanaballet.org 406.582.8702
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Beginning in June, the Kids Summer Lunch Program will offer free, daily lunches, to kids Monday through Friday. Brought to you by HRDC, this program delivered lunches in nine areas around Bozeman last year. A safe, supervised location is chosen for summer meal pick-up. Frequent spots being schools, parks, and the Public Library. This program is open to all kids and teens under the age of 18. Be on the
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READ, LEARN & PLAY ALL Summer LONG At yOUR BOZEMAN LIbrary! FREE, fun hands-on learning & events for babies, kids, & teens Free healthy lunch Mon-Fri—all kids welcome! Kicks of June 13 with a PIRATE PARTY on the Bozeman Public Library front lawn! Discover what's coming to your Library & to your neighborhood via the Bookmobile:
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M-F, 8:30am-4:30pm | Starts June 13 Ages 3-5 and 6-11 • Sibling discounts available Join us for Ridge Kids Summer Camp where kids will have an active summer doing group fitness classes, gym play, swimming and play zone fun. Camp counselors and fitness instructors are trained and qualified to give your child a safe, exciting summer and will help build a foundation for a healthy and active life! Sign up for the whole summer or individual days.
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Faith -BASED
DAY CAMPS This year’s Summer Activity Guide includes two great youth camps that emphasize growth, creativity, and faith. Faith-based day camps for the summer of 2022 include the Hope Lutheran and Holy Rosary Catholic Parish, and the E-Free Camp Agape. Apart from Bible study games and activities, these camps include a great emphasis on community and relationship building. They introduce children to faith, but they also provide a space that accepts all.
HOPE LUTHERAN AND HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC PARISH Hope Lutheran shares their mission that they are “called to welcome, equip, and serve all by sharing God’s love and hope through Christ.” Hope Lutheran collaborates with Holy Rosary Catholic Parish to offer Vacation Bible School (VBS). .Be on the lookout for upcoming summer 2022 dates, as well as updates to coming programs, events, and other activities. Hope Lutheran offers
programs for all ages, including preschoolers, elementary schoolers, middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults. For more information on VBS, how to get involved, and other programs, visit https://hopebozeman. com/ or call (406) 586-5572.
E-FREE CAMP AGAPE is a summer camp in Bozeman offering a variety of fun and engaging activities like crafts, singing, hiking, story time, and field trips in a safe environment. Agape Ministries Global has been serving
the Gallatin County since 2008, providing a place for children to grow and learn in a safe and encouraging environment. E-Free Camp Agape is offered to kids who are in grades K-7. Campers are grouped into K-2nd, 3-4th, and 5-7th grade. Camp times are from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. General registration for the summer 2022 program opens March 1st. Check out the camp schedule and registration at https://efree.agapemg. com/activities.php or call (406) 6004511 for more information.
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The GALLATIN VALLEY YMCA summer programs focus on youth development and learning, “through a wide range of activities, field trips, and opportunities.” Breakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided by the Gallatin Valley Food Bank. All of their camps run from 7:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Financial assistance is available. It is also important to note that all counselors are fully CPR and first aid certified. Registration opens March 1st for YMCA members, and March 15th for non-members. Their three
camps are broken down according to age; K-2nd, 2nd-4th, and 5th-7th.
KINDERGARTEN-2ND GRADE & 2-4TH GRADE These age groups focus on youth development and learning, “through creativity, play, and exploration of our environment. Our activities and trips are intentionally planned to promote physical, cognitive, and emotional/social development and provide them with memorable experiences and friendships that last a lifetime.” The camp offers many
activities and field trips for campers, all of which cater to learning as well. These two age groups cost $190 per week for members, and $245 per week for non-members.
5TH-7TH GRADE For the teenage group the YMCA provides more opportunities for independence. “Campers are encouraged to make their own choices, build relationships, and develop important life skills through our YMCA character values.” The activities can be more challenging,
however; “It provides a safe place where teens can be themselves, participate in activities, and go on field trips specifically tailored towards teens’ evolving interests.” This group costs $200 per week for members, and $245 per week for non-members. For more information on the YMCA and classes offered this summer, visit https://www. gallatinvalleyymca.org/index. php?src=gendocs&ref=Summer Camp or call (406) 994-9622.
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