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MAY 31 – JULY 29, 2022 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FOR ESE FAMILIES OPENS AT 8 AM ON MARCH 1 REGULAR REGISTRATION OPENS AT 12 PM ON MARCH 1
REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 1 Online at carmelclayparks.com Cannot register via mobile phone.
CONTACT US: carmelclayparks.com 1235 Central Park Drive East Carmel, IN 46032 317.843.3865 Weather Hotline: 317.843.3870
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SPECIALTY CAMP TRADITIONAL CAMP
Table of Contents 04
Camp Wayback
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Under the Sun
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STEAM Team
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Adventures in Art
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The Summer Experience
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En Route
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Science of Summer
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Move to Improve
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Success on Stage—Acting
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Success on Stage—Stage Design
(K–4th Grades; Ages 5 – 9)
(K–6th Grades; Ages 5 – 11)
(1st–7th Grades; Ages 6 – 12)
(K–6th Grades; Ages 5 – 11)
(K–6th Grades; Ages 5 – 11)
(K–4th Grades; Ages 5 – 9)
(K–6th Grades; Ages 5 – 11)
(2nd–8th Grades; Ages 7 – 13)
(4th–8th Grades; Ages 9 – 13)
(4th–8th Grades; Ages 9 – 13)
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Outdoor Explorers
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Chillville
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(2nd–8th Grades; Ages 7 – 13)
(4th–8th Grades; Ages 9 – 13)
(6th–10th Grades; Ages 12 – 15)
Additional Resources Covid-19 Info, Policies & Scholarships Learn more about our summer camp policies, scholarship opportunities & how our team prioritizes camper health and safety..
Inclusion Statement, Modifications & Eligibility Criteria Learn more about our commitment to inclusive and accessible summer camp programming.
Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation was awarded the Darkness to Light Partner in Prevention distinction for 2021 – 2022 This represents our commitment to the prevention of child abuse and helping children grow up healthy and whole.
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Camp Wayback Time travelers welcome! This summer, step into our time machine for the ultimate exploration experience. We’ll adventure through world history, stepping into a new and immersive time period each week, with diversions ranging from active to artistic. The past has so much to teach us, and our future is bright!
K–4th Grades Ages 5 – 9
Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
JILL PERELMAN PAVILION 3000 W 116th Street
Max: 60 $225/week week of May 31 + week of July 5 : $180 Questions: 317.258.8266
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Week 1: May 31-June 3
Jurassic Journey
Indianapolis Children’s Museum
Week 2: June 6-10
Party at the Pyramids
Woodland Bowl
Week 3: June 13-17
Decade Detour
Regal Village Park 17
Week 4: June 20-24
Quest to Camelot
Holliday Park
Week 5: June 27-July 1
American Revolution
Conner Prairie
Week 6: July 5-8
Pillaging Pirates
Morse Beach
Week 7: July 11-15
Dynasties of China
Indianapolis Zoo
Week 8: July 18-22
Heroes of Greece
Cool Creek Park
Week 9: July 25-29
Futuristic Fun!
Laser Flash
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Under the Sun Enjoy being energetic and laid back? Try a little bit of everything, from Elsa to Einstein. Come join us Under the Sun! Together with our friends, we’ll jump headfirst into all sorts of adventures. Our structured schedule is filled to the brim with ever-changing, exciting activities!
K– 6th Grades Ages 5 – 11
Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
CARMEL MIDDLE SCHOOL 300 S Guilford Road Max: 100 $220/week week of May 31 + week of July 5 : $176 FIELD TRIP DESTINATION
Week 1: May 31-June 3
Backyard Bonanza
Central Park
Week 2: June 6-10
Around the World in 5 Days
Conner Prairie
Week 3: June 13-17
Animal Planet
Indianapolis Zoo
Week 4: June 20-24
Let’s Have a Ball
Indianapolis Indians Game
Week 5: June 27-July 1
The Elements of Nature
Indianapolis Children’s Museum
Week 6: July 5-8
The Land of Fairy Tales
Movie Theatre
Week 7: July 11-15
Rainbow Rush
Eagle Creek Park
Week 8: July 18-22
The Big Carnival Bash
Bowling
Week 9: July 25-29
Under the Sea
Morse Beach
Questions: 317.418.6917
DAILY CHECKLIST:
• Packed lunch. • Two snacks. • Labeled water bottle. • Labeled sunscreen. • Tuesday/Thursday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, and labeled bag for wet suit. • Wednesday field trip: Wear provided green camp t-shirt.
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STEAM Team STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) is the new thing. Campers will develop a diverse skill set and a passion for exploration and growth as we think outside the box this summer. Imagination and creativity will run wild each week as we get hands-on with the weekly themes.
1st–7th Grades Ages 6 – 12
Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
WILFONG PAVILION 11675 Hazel Dell Parkway Max: 80 $225/week week of May 31 + week of July 5 : $180
DATES
THEME
FIELD TRIP DESTINATION
Week 1: May 31-June 3
Inventors Workshop
Cool Creek Park
Week 2: June 6-10
Engineer in Me
Woodland Bowl
Week 3: June 13-17
Famous Artists
Newfields
Week 4: June 20-24*
Sports Science
Indianapolis Indians Game
Week 5: June 27-July 1
Makerspace
Indianapolis Childrens Museum
Week 6: July 5-8
Circuits, Robots, Coding Oh My
Dillon Park
Week 7: July 11-15
Movie Magic
Movie Theater
Week 8: July 18-22
Farm to Table
Flowing Well Park
Week 9: July 25-29
Power of Water
Inlow Park
Questions: 317.418.8475
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Adventures in Art Let’s go on an art adventure! Together we’ll explore the world of art in a hands-on setting. Campers will use their creativity and imagination as they paint, create, and build using traditional and non-traditional materials. We must warn you: the creative mind does what it wants, so things may get a little messy! Please wear clothing appropriate for getting hands-on with art. FIELD TRIP DESTINATION
Week 1: May 31-June 3
Art 101 (5-8) Art History (9-11)
Newfields
Week 2: June 6-10
Sketch It Up
Holliday Park
Week 3: June 13-17
Clay Creations
Pottery By You
Week 4: June 20-24
Brush & Canvas
Caravan Classes
Week 5: June 27-July 1
Home Sweet Home (IN Themed Art)
Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS)
Week 6: July 5-8
Bling Week
Indianapolis Arts Center (IAC)
Week 7: July 11-15
Art With A Heart
Good Samaritan Network (GSN)
Week 8: July 18-22
Art of Authors (5-8) Shutter Bugs (9-11,Photography)
Central Library
Week 9: July 25-29
Entertaining With Art (pop culture art)
Rhythm Discovery Center
K–6th Grades Ages 5 – 11
Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST 1235 Central Park Drive East Max: 50 $225/week week of May 31 + week of July 5 : $180 Questions: 317.698.6579
DAILY CHECKLIST:
• Packed lunch. • Snack. • Labeled water bottle. • Labeled sunscreen. • Wednesday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, and labeled bag for wet suit. • Friday field trip: Wear provided green camp t-shirt.
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Summer Experience You have arrived at your destination: The Summer Experience. We hope you came prepared for a summer of fun! Every day will hold something exciting and different as we explore sports, nature, art, and more. Campers will splash in The Waterpark, dive into our weekly theme, and experience summer fun on a field trip adventure. We’ll try new things, make friends, create memories that last a lifetime, and experience summer every day!
K–6th Grades Ages 5 – 11
Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. CREEKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL 3525 W 126th St Max: 100 $220/week week of May 31 + week of July 5 : $176
DATES
THEME
FIELD TRIP DESTINATION
Week 1: May 31-June 3
Into The Wild
Indianapolis Zoo
Week 2: June 6-10
Hear Us ROAR!
Cool Creek Park
Week 3: June 13-17
STEMsational
Eagle Creek Park
Week 4: June 20-24
Kaleidoscope of Colors
Finch Creek Park
Week 5: June 27-July 1
Kids For Character
Bowl 32
Week 6: July 5-8
Fairy Tale Fun
Indianapolis Children’s Museum
Week 7: July 11-15
Creative Creations
Fairbanks Art and Nature Park
Week 8: July 18-22
We Shoot, We Score!
Hamilton County Sports Complex
Week 9: July 25-29
Wacky Water Week
Inlow Park
Questions: 317.418.5267
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En Route Pack your bags and join us this summer as we explore the world! Each week we will visit a different country to learn about different cultures, celebrate traditions, and let our imaginations go on a journey! Hurry aboard and join our traveling adventure as we are already En Route!
DATES
THEME
FIELD TRIP DESTINATIONS
Week 1: May 31-June 3
Let’s Explore La France
Pirate’s Cove Mini Golf
Week 2: June 6-10
Sweet Italy Awaits
Bowl 32
Week 3: June 13-17
Great Britain, Here We Come!
Cool Creek Park
Week 4: June 20-24
Into the Netherlands
Conner Prairie
Week 5: June 27-July 1
The Emerald Isle
Holliday Park
Week 6: July 5-8
Headed Down-Under
Inlow Park
Week 7: July 11-15 The Great Wall
Sports Legends (Indianapolis Children’s Museum)
Week 8: July 18-22
Oh, Canada!
Ice Skating
Week 9: July 25-29
Pura Vida in Costa Rica
Indianapolis Zoo
K–4th Grades Ages 5 – 9
Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
CLAY MIDDLE SCHOOL 5150 E 126th Street Max: 100 $220/week week of May 31 + week of July 5 : $176 Questions: 317.698.7950
DAILY CHECKLIST:
• Packed lunch. • Two snacks. • Labeled water bottle. • Labeled sunscreen. • Extra change of clothes. • Tuesday/Thursday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, and labeled bag for wet suit. • Friday field trip: Wear provided green camp t-shirt.
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Science of Summer Science is all around us and it is COOL! Campers will have a blast exploring the scientific method in a hands-on setting. We’ll conduct experiments, watch demonstrations, and make take home projects that reinforce the week’s focus. Our experiments tend to get a little messy, so campers should wear experiment-ready clothes that can get messy!
K–6th Grades Ages 5 – 11
Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. –5:30 p.m.
MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST 1235 Central Park Drive East Max: 50 $225/week week of May 31 + week of July 5 : $180
DATES
THEME
FIELD TRIP DESTINATION
Week 1: May 31-June 3
Eco Warriors (Earth Science)
Holliday Park
Week 2: June 6-10
Wild About Animals (Zoology)
Indianapolis Zoo
Week 3: June 13-17
Flower Power (Botany)
Garfield Park
Week 4: June 20-24
Back to the Future (Anthropology)
Conner Prairie
Week 5: June 27-July 1
Bell’s Angels (Inventions)
Indiana State Museum
Week 6: July 5-8
Can We Build It? (Engineering)
Skateland
Week 7: July 11-15
Space Jam (Astronomy)
Holcomb Observatory
Week 8: July 18-22
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (Physics)
Woodland Bowl
Week 9: July 25-29
Mad Science (Chemistry)
Indianapolis Children’s Museum
Questions: 317.698.0816
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Move to Improve Do you have an interest in sports but have little experience out on the court and field? Do you want to work more on the fundamentals of the game(s)? Then this is the camp for you! We’ll dribble, throw, swing and run our way through different sports each week! You can look forward to basketball, football, soccer, and more! Move to Improve will challenge you each week in a setting designed to help you reach your goals. The coaches are ready, and the field is set. All we need now is you! *This camp is meant for beginning and intermediate athletes. DATES
THEME
Week 1: May 31-June 3
Soccer
Week 2: June 6-10
Football
Week 3: June 13-17
Baseball
Week 4: June 20-24
Track and Field
Week 5: June 27-July 1
Soccer
Week 6: July 5-8
Football
Week 7: July 11-15
Baseball
Week 1: July 18-22
Basketball
Week 1: July 25-29
Basketball
2nd–8th Grades Ages 7– 13 Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. CARMEL DADS’ CLUB FIELDHOUSE 5459 E Main Street Max: 60 $225/week week of May 31 + week of July 5 : $180 Questions: 317.258.6504
DAILY CHECKLIST:
• Packed lunch. • Two snacks. • Labeled water bottle. • Labeled sunscreen. • Closed-toed shoes. • Hat • Wednesday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, and labeled bag for wet suit.
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Success on Stage– Acting
All of you dedicated actors and actresses out there, this camp is for you! Success on Stage – Acting is split into two, four-week sessions. The first four weeks will be a Broadway Jr musical, and the second half of summer we’ll be doing a comic play. Act, sing, dance, and shine, knowing that each and every role on the stage is the best one to get! Auditions are the first day of each camp session, no exceptions. Please note that campers will need to attend each camp day, as well as learn their lines and dance moves both at camp and at home. SAVE THE DATE: Performance of Shrek Jr will take place on Thurs, June 23 at 1pm, and Rumpelstiltskin, Private Eye performance will take place on Thurs, July 28 at 1pm.
4th–8th Grades Ages 9 – 13
Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. –5:30 p.m.
SESSION Weeks 1–4: May 31-June 24
PRODUCTION Shrek, Jr.
Week 5: June 27-July 1
The World of Production
Weeks 6–9: July 5-July 29
Rumpelstiltskin, Private Eye
MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST 1235 Central Park Drive East Max: 30 $900 for 4-week session $225/wk week of June 27-July 1 only Questions: 317.698.4966
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Success on Stage– Stage Design
If you love behind the scenes projects, this is where you need to spend your summer. You’ll be part of the stage crew that designs, creates, and implements all the magic that goes on around the actors in their big production. Using cardboard, duct tape, fabric, and fairy dust, be part of the team that sews the costumes, builds the set, draws the backdrop, and creates the world on the stage. If you attend the week of the play, you will also help with makeup, as well as setting up and moving the props during the show. SAVE THE DATE: Performance of Shrek Jr will take place on Thurs, June 23 at 1pm, and Rumpelstiltskin, Private Eye performance will take place on Thurs, July 28 at 1pm. DATES
THEME
FIELD TRIP DESTINATION
Week 1: May 31-June 3
Props
Holliday Park
Week 2: June 6-10
Backdrops and Painting
Painting with a Twist
Week 3: June 13-17
Costumes and Sewing
Bowling and laser tag
Week 4: June 20-24* Putting on the Show
No field trip: dress rehearsal Wednesday
Week 5: June 27-July 1
The World of Production
Canal Boats
Week 6: July 5-8
Props
Indianapolis Children’s Museum
Week 7: July 11-15
Backdrops and Painting
Pottery by You
Week 8: July 18-22
Costumes and Sewing
Skateland
Week 9: July 25-29* Putting on the Show
No field trip: dress rehearsal Wednesday
4th–8th Grades Ages 9 – 13
Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. –5:30 p.m.
MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST 1235 Central Park Drive East Max: 20 $225/week week of May 31 + week of July 5 : $180 Questions: 317.698.4966
DAILY CHECKLIST:
• Packed lunch. • Two snacks. • Labeled water bottle. • Labeled sunscreen. • Closed-toed shoes, hat. • Friday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, and labeled bag for wet suit. • Tuesday field trip: Wear provided green camp t-shirt.
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Outdoor Explorers It’s time to unplug. We’re headed outdoors to explore! Grab your sunscreen, walking shoes, and sun visors, and join us on an outdoor adventure. During each camp day, we will hike an average of one-to-two miles (with breaks) on various hiking trails and learn about the natural world around us. So, if you don’t mind getting dirty and LOVE the outdoors, this is the camp for you!
2nd–8th Grades Ages 7 – 13 Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. –5:30 p.m.
JILL PERELMAN PAVILION 3000 W 116th Street Max: 60 $225/week week of May 31 + week of July 5 : $180 Questions: 317.679.9867
DATES
THEME
FIELD TRIP DESTINATION
Week 1: May 31-June 3
Tree Funk
Holliday Park
Week 2: June 6-10
Wild Animals
Indianapolis Zoo
Week 3: June 13-17
Nature Lovers
Southeastway Park
Week 4: June 20-24
Farm Life
Tuttle Orchards
Week 5: June 27-July 1
Reptiles and Amphibians
Eagle Creek Park
Week 6: July 5-8
Creek Stompers
Cool Creek Park
Week 7: July 11-15
Blast from the Past!
Nickel Plate Express
Week 8: July 18-22
It’s a Bugs Life
Garfield Park
Week 9: July 25-29
Waterworks
Williams Park
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Chillville Welcome to Chillville where friends, fun, and adventure await! Each week will have a new focus and provide opportunities to try new games, crafts, and more. There will be plenty of options for everyone no matter your speed!
4th–8th Grades Ages 9 – 13 Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
JILL PERELMAN PAVILLION 3000 W 116th Street
FIELD TRIP DESTINATION
Week 1: May 31-June 3
Cruisin’ into Summer
Great Times
Week 2: June 6-10
Olympics
Urban Air
Week 3: June 13-17
Camping and Glamping
Eagle Creek (Kayaking)
Week 4: June 20-24
STEAM
Indianapolis Indians Game
Week 5: June 27-July 1
Vacation Vibes
Morse Beach
Week 6: July 5-8
Game Craze
Dave & Buster’s
Week 7: July 11-15
Passport to Fun
Cool Creek
Week 8: July 18-22
Hollywood Stars
Regal Village Park 17
Week 9: July 25-29
Anything Goes
Bowling
Questions: 317.418.1396
DAILY CHECKLIST:
• Packed lunch. • Snacks. • Labeled water bottle. • Labeled sunscreen. • Labeled bug spray. • Tennis shoes (required for active games). • Friday swimming: Bring towel, swimsuit, and labeled bag for wet suit. • Wednesday field trip: Wear provided green camp t-shirt.
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I.M.P.A.C.T.
Are you a young adult seeking responsibility? Do you want to serve as a positive role model? The I.M.P.A.C.T. program teaches essential life skills in a job-like setting. You will participate in weekly training sessions or activities that focus on the six program elements: Initiative, Motivation, Professionalism, Achievement, Compassion, and Teamwork. Interested individuals will interview to become a member of I.M.P.A.C.T. If selected, you will be assigned to one of the following day camps: STEAM Team, The Summer Experience, Under the Sun, EnRoute, Science of Summer, Adventures in Art, Camp Wayback, or Move to Improve.
6th-10th Grades Ages 12 – 15 Monday – Friday
LOCATION + CAMP TIMES VARY See table.
Max: 30 $500/summer (will not be prorated) Questions: 317.573.5240
Registration must be done through Tiffany Buckingham, ESE & SCS Assistant Director. Interested individuals can contact Tiffany at tbuckingham@ carmelclayparks.com or 317-573-5240.
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LOCATION
ADDRESS
STEAM Team May 31-July 29
Wilfong Pavilion at Founders Park 11675 Hazel Dell Pkwy
The Summer Experience May 31-July 29
Creekside Middle School
3525 W 126th St
Under the Sun May 31-July 29
Carmel Middle School
3000 S Guilford Ave
EnRoute May 31-July 29
Clay Middle School
5150 E 126th St
Science of Summer May 31-July 29
Monon Community Center East
1235 Central Park Dr East
Adventures in Art May 31-July 29
Monon Community Center East
1235 Central Park Dr East
Camp Wayback May 31-July 29
Jill Perelman Pavilion at West Park 3000 W 116th St
Move to Improve May 31-July 29
Carmel Dads’ Club Fieldhouse
Interviews for new interested I.M.P.A.C.T. campers will be scheduled on a first come first serve basis from the time enrollment opens.
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