half-day camps

PRESCHOOL

MARVELOUS MAMMALS

Let’s take a closer look at furry critters called mammals! Learn the remarkable traits different mammals have that make them masters of their environment. Kids will use imaginary play to become a burrowing bunny, crafty coyote and more. We’ll look for squirrel nests, mouse tunnels and signs of animal activity on the trails in Central Park!

Ages: 4-6 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101016-01 Jun 7-11 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm $89

DINOSAURS, BIG AND SMALL!

T-Rex, Triceratops and Stegosaurus collide! Campers will learn all about dinosaurs, both big and small! We will go on a pretend dinosaur dig at the park and create our own dinosaurs. We may even find a dino track or two!

Ages: 4-6 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W

1101016-02 Jun 14-18 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm $89

BEETLES, BUGS & BUTTERFLIES

Bees, caterpillars, ants and more! Together we will learn about all kinds of tiny bugs found in Central Park. We’ll collect and identify beetles, butterflies and more and release them back into the wild.

Ages: 4-6 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101016-03 Jun 21-25 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm $89

KNOW YOUR SENSES

This week we will learn about our five senses while we enjoy the smells, sights and sounds of nature. Each day we will learn about one of our five senses while exploring Central Park and enjoying a craft, activity and story.

Ages: 4-6 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101016-04 Jun 28-Jul 2 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm $89

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FEATHERED FRIENDS

Falcons, woodpeckers, cardinals and more! Take flight and discover the world of birds! Campers will learn bird calls, search for birds in the woods, read stories, and create birdthemed crafts.

Ages: 4-6 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101016-05 Jul 5-9 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm $89

MINI METEOROLOGISTS

Did you ever wonder what causes the weather? Why is it hot in the summer and cold in the winter? Campers will make a cloud identifier window and put together a mini weather station to record what is going on outside each day! Let’s see if you can predict the weather.

Ages: 4-6 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W

1101016-06 Jul 12-16 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm $89

TOADS, SALAMANDERS & SNAKES

Does your child love snakes, turtles, toads, frogs and other cold-blooded critters? We will spend the week studying and learning about different reptiles and amphibians who call Indiana home. A few will even visit camp! Children will have an opportunity to hold a snake and feed a toad as they explore the various habitats in Central Park.

Ages: 4-6 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101016-08 Jul 26-30 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm $89

LET’S GET MESSY!

Let’s get messy! We will learn about soil and play in the mud. We’ll have messy science experiments and projects. The messier, the better!

Ages: 4-6 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME

PERELMAN PAVILION ROOM A AT WEST PARK

1101016-09 Aug 2-6 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm $89

SAFETY TOWN

Come to Safety Town and learn about water, bike and outdoor safety. Campers will learn about stranger danger from a police officer, check out a fire truck with firefighters, practice bike safety in our mini Carmel Clay town and have fun while becoming more aware of the world around them.

Ages: 4-6 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101016-07 Jul 19-23 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm $89

LET’S DIVE IN

Summer is a great time of year for swim lessons! We offer lessons for all ages and abilities, starting as young as 6 months. To find the swim lesson that’s right for your child’s ability, check out our swim lesson placement guide. HEAD ON OVER TO PAGE 8

YOUTH

BORN TO BUILD

Calling all young builders! Campers will have an opportunity to construct a shelter out of natural materials in the woods, assemble a birdhouse and build, build, build!

Ages: 6-10 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101017-01 Jun 7-11 M-F 1:00-4:00pm $89

FISHING

Let’s go down to the ole fishin’ hole! Campers will learn how to put the pole together and thread the hook on the line. We will make our own bobbers, play fishing games and spend time pan-fishing. We will provide all the necessary fishing equipment.

Ages: 6-10 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W

1101017-02 Jun 14-18 M-F 1:00-4:00pm $89

POLLINATORS

Did you know we need insects to survive? Our food source depends on pollinators. Many of our native pollinators are on the decline. We’ll discover which pollinators live in Central Park and how we can help increase and attract them so we can enjoy our favorite foods!

Ages: 6-10 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101017-03 Jun 21-25 M-F 1:00-4:00pm $89

LIFE CYCLES

Plants and animals experience physical changes that allow them to reach adulthood and produce new organisms. Campers will learn about metamorphosis, the food chain and adaptation to the environment through games, crafts and hikes in the woods.

Ages: 6-10 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101017-04 Jun 28-Jul 2 M-F 1:00-4:00pm $89

ORNITHOLOGY

Ornithology, the study of birds, is fun and fascinating! We’ll dissect owl pellets, learn bird calls and hike around Central Park looking for woodpeckers, robins, cardinals, warblers and other colorful birds. While honing their birding skills, campers will play games, create unique pieces of art and more!

Ages: 6-10 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101017-05 Jul 5-9 M-F 1:00-4:00pm $89

LEARN ABOUT OUR FULL-DAY CAMPS

For more information about our full-day camp offerings for ages 5-12, go to page 44. VISIT CARMELCLAYPARKS.COM/summer-camps

METEOROLOGY

Did you ever wonder what causes the weather? Why is it hot in the summer and cold in the winter? Campers will make a mini tornado in a bottle, study clouds and learn all about the weather. We will construct a mini weather station to record what is going on outside each day. Let’s see if you can predict the weather!

Ages: 6-10 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W

1101017-06 Jul 12-16 M-F 1:00-4:00pm $89

HERPETOLOGY

Herpetology is the study of amphibians such as frogs, toads and salamanders as well as reptiles such as snakes, lizards and turtles. We’ll search for tadpoles, toads and water snakes in the lagoon and learn about these amazing creatures using active games, experiments and crafts. This program includes live animals. Kids can choose to look at or hold the animals if they are comfortable.

Ages: 6-10 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101017-08 Jul 26-30 M-F 1:00-4:00pm $89

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL

Spend the week learning how to survive in the wild! Campers will build a shelter out of leaves and branches, learn to use a compass and read a map. We’ll also learn about archery and use a recurve bow to hit a target.

Ages: 6-10 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME

PERELMAN PAVILION ROOM A AT WEST PARK

1101017-09 Aug 2-6 M-F 1:00-4:00pm $89

SAFETY WEEK

During this week, campers will learn about water, bike and outdoor safety while interacting with guest speakers from the community such as firefighters and police officers. They will learn about the importance of these jobs in the community and how they can stay safe. Campers will get to swim on water safety day and bring their bike on the last day of the week!

Ages: 6-10 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM W 1101017-07 Jul 19-23 M-F 1:00-4:00pm $89

UNLIMITED GROUP FITNESS

Did you know an MCC membership comes with access to unlimited group fitness classes? VISIT CARMELCLAYPARKS.COM/membership