2022 Summer
Camp Guide
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Free Summer Lunch Program Tentative sites: Mason Park, James Park and adjacent parks to Robert Crown Community Center and Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center. The City of Evanston’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department may once again operate a Summer Food Service Program through a grant from the Illinois State Board of Education. If the grant is awarded for 2022, free cold lunches will be served Monday–Friday to youth age 1–18 years at four park sites this summer. The summer food service program is available to all eligible children without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, or ability level.
Program status updates: 847-448-8254.
Arts Adventure through Creation Creative Minds / Mentes Creativas Evanston Children’s Theatre Camp Early Childhood Arts Full-Day Themed 1–Week Arts Camps Imagination Station: RPG and LARP Immersion in the Arts Camp Media Camp Taste of the Arts Camp
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Special Needs Camp R.E.A.L Camp Spark
Ecology EcoExplorer Camp EcoQuest Day Camp EcoTravelers Camp Wildflower Camp
Camp Policies Fee Assistance General Information Health, Safety and ADA Información Importante Registration Information
Sports
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Specialty Chess Camp Cooking Camp Comedy Camp Lego® Camps Robotics and Coding Challenge Summer Enrichment Academy Get Ready for Camp
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Aquatic Camps Archery Camp
Basketball Camps Figure Skating Camps Flag Football Camp Golf and Tennis Camps Gymnastics Camp Hockey Camps Fencing Pee Wee Sports Camp Science and Sports Camp Sports Camp Tennis Camps Tennis and Soccer Camp Volleyball Camps Ultimate Frisbee Camp
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Variety Fun Factory Kid City Summer Discovery Camp Tween Scene Open Studios Camps
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2022 Information
Special Needs, Medications and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Does your child need special accommodations to allow him/her full participation? Examples of needs are medication, behavior management and physical assistance. The City of Evanston welcomes the participation of all individuals in our programs, including those with disabilities. We are fully committed to complying with the ADA and providing reasonable accommodations to facilitate participation in our programs. The sooner we know about your special situation, the more time we have to make reasonable accommodations to improve your child’s recreational experience with us! At the time of registration, it is the responsibility of a parent/guardian to contact our Inclusion Coordinator to make arrangements for any accommodations. Those registering closer to the start of camp must contact our Inclusion Coordinator no later than 2 weeks before camp starts; otherwise, camp attendance may be delayed. If you have any questions, please contact Ryan Dollins at rdollins@cityofevanston.org; 847-424-5496 (voice); 847-866-5095(TTY) or 800-526-0857 (IL Relay Center voice transmission).
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Contact Information
Parks Hosting Camps
Evanston Recreation Division
Ackerman Park
311 (847-448-4311) recreation@cityofevanston.org
Facilities Hosting Camps Chandler-Newberger Community Center 1028 Central St. 847-448-8252 cityofevanston.org/chandler
Evanston Ecology Center
2024 McCormick Blvd. 847-448-8256 cityofevanston.org/ecology
Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center 1655 Foster St. 847-448-8254 cityofevanston.org/fleetwood
Lighthouse Nature Center (Foghouses) 2601 Sheridan Rd.
Noyes Cultural Arts Center 927 Noyes St. 847-448-8311 cityofevanston.org/noyes
Robert Crown Community Center
Central St. at McDaniel Ave.
Baker Park
Keeney St. at Forest Ave.
Bent Park
Hastings St. at Cowper Ave.
James Park and James Park Field house Oakton St. at Dodge Ave.
Leahy Park
Lincoln St., one block west of Ridge Ave.
Lovelace Park
Gross Point Rd. at Thayer St.
Other Camp Questions? Please call 311 (847-448-4311).
¿Habla Español? Pólizas y plazos para los campamentos de verano estan publicados en español en el sitio cityofevanston.org/summercamps. Las copias impresas estarán disponibles en los cuatro centros comunitarios (arriba). Para asistencia, llame al número 847-448-4311.
1801 Main St. 847-448-8258 cityofevanston.org/crown
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2022 Important Dates and Information Feb. 12 8am
• Open online only registration for Evanston residents only, zipcodes 60201 & 60202. See page 23.
Feb. 14 10am
• In-person registration begins. Evanston residents only zipcodes 60201 & 60202. • Registrations accepted online, in person and by phone.
Feb. 21 10am
• Nonresident registration begins. • Registrations accepted online, in person and by phone.
Mar. 12 10am
• Pre and post camp care registration begins
May 4
• Camp balances due. • Last date to request a transfer to a different camp program, cancel, and/or request a payment plan.
July 4
• No Camp help at any City of Evanston Camp Locations
Arts Arts Camps General Information The City of Evanston Arts Camps provide enrichment and exploration, giving youth the opportunity to immerse themselves in the arts and practice creativity, all of which leads to a fascinating summer. All camp staff have experience working with children and a background in and love of the arts. Each camp day includes classes in a variety of disciplines and may include field trips, visits from guest artists and special workshops. Most classes are held indoors, but Arts Camp gets outside whenever the weather permits. Most of our camps go to the beach once a week. Camp Location Updates: call 847-448-8263.
Communication Prior to the start of camp, you will receive a link to the Parent Web page via email, where you can download a detailed manual, all your forms and information on how to sign up for extended care for the camps that offer it. Weekly newsletters are published during camp. Several camps operate blogs and post final projects on YouTube.
Immersion in the Arts Camp Some families are seeking a deep dive into the arts, creativity and process and for them we have Immersion in the Arts which will travel the world this summer and look at traditions in the visual, musical, dramatic and media arts as well as stories, movement and dance. Immersion offers 4 weeks of exploration, and a final creative project. No camp July 5. Manager: Angela Allyn, 847-448-8263 Location: TBD Age: 6-11 yrs. Fee: $755 R/$805 NR
Session I Pre-Care: #922212C2 Class # Dates 922212A2 June 13-July 8
Post-Care: #922212D2 Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Session II Pre-Care: #922212E2 Class # Dates 922212B2 July 11-Aug 5
Post-Care: #922212F2 Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Taste of the Arts Camp
Adventure through Creation
Some families like a deep dive into arts and process, other families are looking for a smorgasbord of summer single week options: this summer we have both at the same location. Each week this mixed age group arts based camp will travel around the world to virtually visit other cities, then respond through visual and performing arts. We will explore the ideas through music, visual arts, drama, media and movement, while sharing a facility and teaching staff with the Immersion in the Arts camp. This camp offers extended care through the Immersion in the Arts Camp. Manager: Angela Allyn, 847-448-8263 Location: TBD Age: 6-11 yrs. Fee: $300 R/$329 NR
Let’s make things together! We will use paint, ink, pencils, sticks and wire to create 3 dimensional works of art such as masks, weaving, sculptures. Each session begins with free art time followed by a project with time to play outside. Explore innovating with new and old friends. Manager: Angela Allyn, 847-448-8263 Location: Baker Park Fee: $280 R/$300 NR
Session I Pre-Care: #922212C2 Class # 922210A2 922210B2 922210C2 922210D2
Post-Care: #922212D2 Days M-F M-F M-F Tu-F
Time 9am-3:30pm 9am-3:30pm 9am-3:30pm 9am-3:30pm
Session II Pre-Care: #922212E2 Class # 922210E2 922210F2 922210G2 922210H2
Dates July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29 Aug 1-5
Post-Care: #922212F2 Days M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm 9am-3:30pm 9am-3:30pm 9am-3:30pm
Media Camp So you want to make movies? This two week camp will explore collaboration and team work to create live action, green screen, and special effects on the way to creating final projects for YouTube. Manager: Angela Allyn, 847-448-8263 Location: TBD Age: 8-12 yrs. Fee: $790 R/$830 NR Class # Dates Days 922260A2 June 13-24 M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Early Childhood Arts Our popular half day 4 week Early Childhood Arts Camp has all the creativity of the Immersion in the Arts Camp but sized just right for younger campers. We will explore many countries of the world through stories, art, water fun,crafts, painting and a big maker space. No camp July 4. Manager: Angela Allyn , 847-448-8256 Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Age: 4-6 yrs. Fee: $400 R/$450 NR Class # 922213A2
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Dates June 13-17 June 20-24 June 27-July 1 July 5-8
Dates June 13-July 8
Days M-F
Time 1-4pm
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Class # Dates Days Time 622276B2 June 20-July 1 M-F 9am-12pm 622276C2 June 20-July 1 M-F 1-4pm
Age 7-9 yrs. 9-11 yrs.
Evanston Children’s Theatre Camp The ECT experience compressed into 4 weeks. Campers will rehearse and perform a musical, and along the way watch theatre, host theatre pros and explore being a thespian. Manager: Angela Allyn, 847-448-8263 Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Age: 8-14 yrs. Fee: $890 R/$950 NR Class # 422210A2
Dates Days July 5-July 29 M-F
Time 9am-5pm
Imagination Station: RPG and LARP Gather ye, fantastical gamers, and be immersed in the world of tabletop role playing! In week one, you’ll apprentice as a dungeon master; learning everything you need to know to set up your own game in person or online. In week two, we go live action and show you how to build costumes and sets to take your gaming to the next level. Get your D20 ready! Manager: Angela Allyn, 847-448-8263 Location: TBD Age: 10-13 yrs. Fee: $790 R/$830 NR Class # Dates 922252A2 July 18-29
Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Creative Minds / Mentes Creativas A two week bilingual immersion arts experience. Rather than teaching language through a textbook, we will learn language through the art that we create. Children do not have to be fluent in both Spanish and English (or either) to be in this camp; however, we do recommend some prior exposure to both English and Spanish before enrolling in the camp. Manager: Angela Allyn, 847-448-8263 Location: TBD Age: 6-10 yrs. Fee: $790 R/$830 NR Class # 922261A2
Dates July 25-Aug 5
Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
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Arts 1–Week Arts Camps Manager: Angela Allyn, 847-448-8263 Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center
Super Hero Basic Training In literature, film and art throughout history, humans have created characters that save humanity from sticky situations. And those characters need practical skills like maps reading, first aid, shelter building, evasion, strategy and planning. Superheroes can come from all walks of life! This camp will have participants create an alter ego, or borrow an existing one, and learn all kinds of survival skills in the event of an emergency. Age: 7-10 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Class # Dates 922244A2 June 13-17
Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Peace Camp Explore the art of peace through the arts-from the songs of Pete Seeger to the pageants of Bread and Puppet Theatre, to tie dye and community murals, labyrinths and the history of peacemaking. Age: 6-11 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Class # Dates Days 922242A2 June 20-24 M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Pirate Camp We’ll fly the Jolly Roger and create our pirate persona as we learn to navigate the seas, host a pirate picnic at the lake, sing pirate chantey sand talk like a pirate. Arrr, matey! Age: 6-10 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Class # Dates 922232A2 June 27-July 1
Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Crafters Camp From scrap booking to sewing to collage and tie-dyeing, we’ll explore various craft projects and gain skills with tools and supplies. Age: 8-12 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Class # 922231A2
Dates July 5-8
Days Tu-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Space Arts Camp Explore the stories, arts and science of the stars and make our own. Location: Baker Park Age: 6-11 yrs. Fee: $300 R/$345 NR Pre-Care: #922290A2 Post-Care: #922290B2 Class # Dates 922235A2 July 5-8
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Comic, Cartoon and Illustrators Camp Let your creativity flow; this camp is all about how our favorite characters, stories, and art come together to make comics! We will explore our favorite cartoon characters, how to make our own comics, illustrate stories and bring our stories to life with cosplay. Get ready for an action-packed adventure! Age: 7-11 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Class # Dates 922240A2 July 11-15
Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Wizards Camp Literature and mythology about Wizards are perennial favorites, from Merlin to Gandalf to Harry Potter, we will explore their stories and spend the week casting spells, learning potions and seeking magic. Age: 6-11 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Class # Dates 922243A2 July 11-15
Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Ocean and Marine Arts We are going under the sea, exploring creatures and habitats through visual art, and theatre. Location: Baker Park Age: 6-11 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Pre-Care: #922290A2 Post-Care: #922290B2 Class # 922241A2
Dates July 11-15
Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Magical Worlds Stories are filled with mythical tiny creatures from fairies to borrowers: we will explore and inhabit some miniature spaces and then create our own magical worlds. Age: 6-9 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Class # Dates 922242A2 July 18-22
Days M-F
Architecture Camp Explore the built environment, create dream spaces and get to know the personalities that created the places where we live, work and play. Age: 7-12 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Class # Dates 922226A2 Aug 1-5
Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Costumers Camp Do you love dressing up and playing pretend? Want to learn the skills and build a look for yourself at the next level? Come to Cosplay & Costumers Camp! Whether you’ve fully designed an original character or want to mimic a favorite from pop culture, we’ll spend the week making and creating everything you need. Plus, we’ll even have a professional photo shoot perfect for showcasing your skills online, and there is potential to visit a Comic Con! Age: 10-14 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Class # 922216A2
Dates Aug 1-5
Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Renaissance Camp Immerse yourself into Elizabethan Renaissance. Learn to speak Olde English with eloquence, dazzle with swordsmanship, play with Shakespeare, create Renaissance art and prepare for a visit from Elizabeth Regina herself, even as you appreciate how much the world has changed. We might even check in with the Irish and see how they feel about Her Majesty. Garb is encouraged. Age: 6-12 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Class # 922214A2
Dates Days Aug 8-Aug 12 M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Time 9am-3:30pm
Secret Agent Camp We’ll take on the idea of spooks, spies and secret agents. From code cracking to alternate identities, we will explore the world of intelligence. You will delve into the biographies of real and fictional operatives and create your own spy persona. Ssh, there might be a secret mission too! Age: 7-11 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$375 NR Class # Dates 922225A2 July 25-29
Days M-F
Time 9am-3:30pm
Time 9am-3:30pm
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Sports Hat Trick Hockey
Freeskate Camp
Summer is the perfect season to develop skating and hockey skills. Camp includes daily ice sessions, outdoor activities, and off ice conditioning. Rain or shine, campers will skate and learn skills in an upbeat, positive environment. Participants must be registered for camp one day prior to the beginning on a camp session, day of registrations will not be accepted.
Camp is geared toward Travel or House hockey players to develop their game with daily on and off ice skills and training. Comfortable athletic clothing and shoes is recommended for the indoor/outdoor activities. Full hockey gear is required for on ice. Camp starts with off ice conditioning at 9am, then lunch at 12pm, and followed with on ice time at 1:10pm-4:50pm. Manager: James Faedtke, 847-859-7824 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5-12 yrs.
Apparel
Full Day
Comfortable athletic clothing and shoes is recommended for the indoor/outdoor activities. A helmet, elbow/knee pads are recommended for on ice activity. Skate rental is included in the registration cost and coaches will be present to assist campers on a daily basis with their equipment.
Fee, 5 days: $300 R/$375 NR Fee, 4 days: $240 R/$300 NR
Designed for experienced Freeskate level skaters, this camp will include both on and off ice sessions. The on ice sessions will focus on skating techniques for the Freeskate level skater. All skaters must have passed through ALL of the Basic levels of the Learn to Skate USA program, including the Pre-Freeskate level. Skating sessions will include power skating, edge work, jumps, spins music interpretation and daily independent practice sessions. Off ice sessions will include conditioning, ballet, yoga, stretching and off ice skating technique. Manager: Vicki Revere, 847-266-2924 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-18 yrs. Fee, 5 days: $210 R/$263 NR Fee, 4 days: $169 R/$212 NR
Hockey Camps Learn to Skate Hockey Camp
Schedule Camp will include daily 1.5hrs of Learn to Skate time on Rink 2 everyday, as well as a rotation of activities both indoor and outdoor throughout the week. If you register for both a morning and afternoon session in the same week from 12:00-12:30pm will be lunch time. Staff will be present to supervise any participants that are staying the full day. Manager: James Faedtke, 847-859-7824 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5-9 yrs. Fee, 5 days: $175 R/$200 NR Fee, 4 days: $140 R/$160 NR
Morning Class # 322232A2 322232B2 322232C2 322232D2 322232E2 322232F2 322232G2 322232H2
Dates June 13-17 June 20-24 June 27-July 1 July 5-8 July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29 Aug 1-5
Days M-F M-F M-F Tu-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 8:30am-12pm 8:30am-12pm 8:30am-12pm 8:30am-12pm 8:30am-12pm 8:30am-12pm 8:30am-12pm 8:30am-12pm
Days M-F M-F M-F Tu-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 12:30-4pm 12:30-4pm 12:30-4pm 12:30-4pm 12:30-4pm 12:30-4pm 12:30-4pm 12:30-4pm
Afternoon Class # 322223A2 322223B2 322223C2 322223D2 322223E2 322223F2 322223G2 322223H2
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Dates June 13-17 June 20-24 June 27-July 1 July 5-8 July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29 Aug 1-5
Class # 322235A2 322235B2 322235C2 322235D2 322235E2
Dates June 13-17 June 20-24 June 27-July 1 July 5-8 July 11-15
Days M-F M-F M-F Tu-F M-F
Time 9am-5pm 9am-5pm 9am-5pm 9am-5pm 9am-5pm
Afternoon Fee, 5 days: $200 R/$275 NR Fee, 4 days: $140 R/$200 NR Class # 322231A2 322231B2 322231C2 322231D2 322231E2
Dates June 13-17 June 20-24 June 27-July 1 July 5-8 July 11-15
Days M-F M-F M-F Tu-F M-F
Time 1-5pm 1-5pm 1-5pm 1-5pm 1-5pm
Figure Skating Camps Learn to Figure Skate Camp Campers will be introduced to the basics of figure skating and participate in a wide range of skating activities both on and off of the ice. Campers will be divided by ability and range from beginners to more advanced levels. Pre-registration is required for participation. Manager: Vicki Revere, 847-866-2924 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-12 yrs. Fee, 5 days: $210 R/$263 NR Fee, 4 days: $169 R/$212 NR Class # 322241A2 322241B2 322241C2 322241D2 322241E2 322241F2 322241G2 322241H2
Dates June 13-17 June 20-24 June 27-July 1 July 5-8 July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29 Aug 1-5
Days M-F M-F M-F Tu-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 8:30am-4pm 8:30am-4pm 8:30am-4pm 8:30am-4pm 8:30am-4pm 8:30am-4pm 8:30am-4pm 8:30am-4pm
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Class # 322229A2 322229B2 322229C2 322229D2 322229E2 322229F2 322229G2 322229H2
Dates June 13-17 June 20-24 June 27-July 1 July 5-8 July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29 Aug 1-5
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm
Figure Skating Training Camp Designed for high level figure skaters, this camp will include both on and off ice sessions. All skaters must have passed through all levels of the Learn to Skate USA program, and be able properly execute an advanced axel jump. Skating sessions will include power skating, edge work, jumps, jump harness training, spins, music interpretation and daily independent practice sessions. Off ice sessions will include intense conditioning, cardio training, ballet, yoga, stretching and off ice jump and positioning technique. Manager: Vicki Revere, 847-866-2924 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-18 yrs. Fee, 5 days: $210 R/$263 NR Fee, 4 days: $169 R/$212 NR Class # 322230A2 322230B2 322230C2 322230D2 322230E2 322230F2 322230G2 322230H2
Dates June 13-17 June 20-24 June 27-July 1 July 5-8 July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29 Aug 1-5
Days M-F M-F M-F Tu-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm 8am-3pm
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Basketball Camps Full Day Basketball Camp Let’s play ball! This camp is for all levels to improve their game, experience teamwork and break a sweat while having fun. Station style instruction along with, multiple games a day ensure the repetition and experience players need to take the next step in their development. Players will compete for coaches awards, hustle awards, and skill challenges for prizes. Manager: James Faedtke, 847-859-7824 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-14 yrs. Fee: $299 R/$319 NR Class # Dates 322237A2 Aug 8-12 322237B2 Aug 15-19
Days M-F M-F
Time 9am-4pm 9am-4pm
Beginner Basketball Camp This summer basketball camps will break skills down to their most basic and fundamental levels for players who are new to the game. Players will be introduced to a variety of drills to establish familiarity with dribbling, passing, receiving, rebounding and shooting. Campers will build confidence to succeed on and off the court and learn to be a better team player. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: : Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 6-9 yrs. Fee: $120 R/$140 NR Class # 622295A2 622295B2 622295C2 622295D2 622295E2
Dates Days June 13-17 M-F June 27-July 1 M-F July 11-15 M-F July 25-29 M-F Aug 8-12 M-F
Time 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm
Intermediate Basketball Camp
Basketball 201 Camp
This summer basketball camp is for players who have experience in basketball. Camp program includes on-court group sessions that focus on shooting, dribbling, defense, and more. Coaches will tackle the lessons that must be taught by example; attitude,discipline, patience, and teamwork. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: : Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 10-14 yrs. Fee, 5 days: $120 R/$140 NR Fee, 4 days: $96 R/$116 NR
Pass and cut, screen and roll & move without the ball! This program will advance your children into “game situation” drills and continue to build basketball fundamentals on an individual basis. Advanced skills and drills of dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense will be taught. Pairing games will be played to show the importance of teamwork. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: : Currey Park Age: 11-14 yrs. Fee: $100 R/$105 NR
Class # 622240A2 622240B2 622240C2 622240D2
Class # 622243A2 622243B2 622243C2
Days M-F Tu-F M-F M-F
Time 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm
All Levels, Basketball Camp Let’s play ball! This camp is for all levels to improve their game, experience teamwork and break a sweat while having fun. Station style instruction along with multiple scrimmages a day ensures the repetition and experience players need to take the next step in their development. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: : Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 7-11 yrs. Fee: $299 R/$319 NR Class # 622241A2 622241B2
Dates Aug 8-12 Aug 15-19
Days M-F M-F
Time 9am-4pm 9am-4pm
Basketball 101 Camp Catch, Dribble, Pass & Shoot! This program will introduce your children to the game of basketball if they are beginners or if they need the know how to get to the next level. Basic skills of dribbling, catching, passing, shooting, and defense will be taught. New individual challenges will be presented to develop the importance of reaching goals. Modified basketballs and a lower net will help reach the next level. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: : Currey Park Age: 7-10 yrs. Fee: $100 R/$105 NR Class # 622242A2 622242B2 622242C2 622242D2 622242E2
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Dates Jun 20-24 Jul 5-8 Jul 18-22 Aug 1-5
Dates Jun 13-16 Jun 20-23 Jul 25-28 Aug 1-4 Aug 15-16
Days M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th
Dates Jun 27-30 Jul 11-14 Aug 8-11
Days M-Th M-Th M-Th
Time 11:30am-1pm 11:30am-1pm 11:30am-1pm
FIT 2 SCORE: Basketball Training Camp Enhance your attack to the basket with sport specific training that will allow you to finish like the pros. Warm-up drills include dribbling in several positions that gets your body moving forward. Lower body drills including lunges, mountain climbers and frog jumps. Basketball finishing drills begin at your own speed and gradually develop through each 90-minute class. Our goal is to build confidence in your offensive skills to score at any time. No past basketball skills needed. Advanced athletes will be challenged with modification. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: : Currey Park Age: 11-14 yrs. Fee: $100 R/$105 NR Class # Dates 622244A2 Jul 5-8 622244B2 Jul 18-21
Days Tu-Th M-Th
Time Age 11:30am-1pm 7-10 yrs. 11:30am-1pm 11-14 yrs.
Time 11:30am-1pm 11:30am-1pm 11:30am-1pm 11:30am-1pm 11:30am-1pm
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Sports Tennis & Soccer Camp
Tennis Camps Summer Daze Junior Tennis Camp Our camp offers personalized attention for all from beginner to advanced level players. Players are grouped by age and ability level and will work on increasing their skills throughout the sessions. Our goal is to provide a highly organized and energetic program which focuses heavily on solid stroke development, strategy and footwork patterns. The main focus is to let kids have fun and instill a love of the game. Please dress for the weather and be sure to wear sunscreen and bring a water bottle. Players must supply their own tennis racquet. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: Lovelace Park Age: 7-14 yrs. Fee, 10 days: $375 R/$450 NR Fee, 9 days: $338 R/$406 NR
Morning Session Class # 622287A2 622287B2 622287C2 622287D2 622287E2
Dates June 13-24 June 27-Jul 8 July 11-22 July 25-Aug 5 Aug 8-19
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 9am-12pm 9am-12pm 9am-12pm 9am-12pm 9am-12pm
Afternoon Session Class # 622288A2 622288B2 622288C2 622288D2 622288E2
Dates June 13-24 June 27-Jul 8 July 11-22 July 25-Aug 5 Aug 8-19
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm
Every expert starts as a beginner. Let your child embrace their tennis and soccer bug at our summer camp! The City of Evanston and Team Evanston have teamed up to provide a unique multi-sports camp that will give campers the opportunity to participate in both tennis and soccer. Campers are challenged to improve their technical skills and will have fun playing the game under the guidance of our professionally qualified coaching staff. Camp topics will include instructional activities focusing on dribbling, shooting, ball control, passing and small group tactics. Players will be grouped by age and ability level.
Schedule Campers start their morning at Lovelace Park tennis courts from 10am-12pm participating in tennis. After a break for a supervised lunch from 12-1pm (campers must be sure to bring their own lunch), campers will proceed to the soccer portion of camp from 1-3pm. Pick-up will be at Lovelace Park.
Team Evanston At Team Evanston we specialize in coaching soccer, we enjoy teaching kids, and we have lots of fun. Have your player join us this summer at soccer camp to improve your soccer skills, eye-foot coordination, and teamwork. Kids will have lots of touches on the ball practicing soccer-specific skills and will learn how to make decisions by playing competitive. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: Lovelace Park Age: 6-12 yrs. Fee, 8 days: $600 R/$625 NR Fee, 7 days: $525 R/$550 NR Class # 622273A2 622273B2 622273C2 622273D2
Dates June 13-23 June 27-July 7 July 11-21 July 25-Aug 4
Days M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th
Time 10am-3pm 10am-3pm 10am-3pm 10am-3pm
Session 1 2 3 4
Volleyball Camps Beach Volleyball Camp Our coaches deliver a fun and challenging lesson plan on the beach! Campers will learn the rules, fine-tune their skills, and pick up valuable strategy tips. Coaches will concentrate on the fundamentals of passing, setting, spiking, and learn to overhand serve in organized games. Campers will be divided by age and ability level. The sand adds a whole new dimension, are you ready? Rain make-up day: Friday Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: Clark St. Beach Age: 8-14 yrs. Fee: $110 R/$135 NR
Morning Session Class # 622293A2 622293B2 622293C2 622293D2 622293E2 622293F2 622293G2 622293H2 622293J2 622293K2
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Days M-Th M-Th M-Th Tu-F M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th
Time 8:30-11am 8:30-11am 8:30-11am 8:30-11am 8:30-11am 8:30-11am 8:30-11am 8:30-11am 8:30-11am 8:30-11am
Afternoon Session Class # 622294A2 622294B2 622294C2 622294D2 622294E2 622294F2 622294G2 622294H2 622294J2 622294K2 622294L2 622294M2
Dates June 13-16 June 20-23 June 27-30 July 5-8 July 11-14 July 18-21 July 25-28 Aug 1-4 Aug 8-11 Aug 15-18 Aug 22-25 Aug 29-Sep 1
Days Time M-Th 1:30-4pm M-Th 1:30-4pm M-Th 1:30-4pm Tu-F 1:30-4pm M-Th 1:30-4pm M-Th 1:30-4pm M-Th 1:30-4pm M-Th 1:30-4pm M-Th 1:30-4pm M-Th 1:30-4pm M-Th 4-6:30pm M-Th 4-6:30pm
Volleykidz A Day At The Beach Beach Volleyball matches with competitive formats for experienced athletes. Campers are dropped off and supervised the entire day at the beach. Teams who finish 1st and 2nd in the event receive a bid to compete in the VolleyKidz USA Championships on Sunday, August 7th. There will be a guarantee of 5 matches and playoffs for all teams including Gold and Silver brackets. The beach format for girls and boys will be 12U, 14U and 16U. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: Clark St. Beach Age: 11-16 yrs. Fee: $99 R/$119 NR Class # 622274A2 622274B2 622274C2 622274D2
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Dates June 13-16 June 20-23 June 27-30 July 5-8 July 11-14 July 18-21 July 25-28 Aug 1-4 Aug 8-11 Aug 15-18
Dates June 10-24 June 12-26 July 8-22 July 10-24
Days F Su F Su
Time 10am-3pm 10am-3pm 10am-3pm 10am-3pm 2022
Fencing Camps
Golf Camps
Jedi Fencing Camp
The Golf Practice
Using a combination of Tai Chi and Fencing our resident Yoda, Diana Unger, will help your young Star Wars fan become a real life Jedi. This camp will focus on self-awareness, increase selfconfidence and help young Jedi’s become one with the Force.
Equipment Weapons, jackets and masks are provided. In response to COVID-19, each participant will receive a mask and a fencing jacket to keep for the 1 week camp. The masks and jackets will be pre-cleaned and disinfected. Masks and jackets should be returned at the end of the camp, if the equipment is not returned on the last day of camp a $200 fee will be charged to your household. Weapons will be kept at the facility and disinfected prior to each use. Each participant is expected to purchase an underarm protector and glove, as these are personal items, as well as register for a $10 membership with USFA. Please purchase them before the first day of class, visit cityofevanston. org/fencing for information on purchasing the personal items, as well as the membership. Manager: Michelle Tompkins, 847-448-8681 Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Fee: $202 R/$229 NR Class # Dates 622296A2 Aug 1-5 622296B2 Aug 8-12
Days M-F M-F
Time 5-7pm 5-7pm
Age 7-9 yrs. 10-13 yrs.
The Golf Practice is a Chicago based golf academy that serves Adult and Junior golfers of all ages and skill levels. Using unique and non-traditional learning strategies, our PGA certified instructors will walk together with you on your golfing journey and help you reach your goals. The Golf Practice offers private instruction, group training and indoor practice. For more information visit, thegolfpractice.com or call 847-850-0956.
Canal Shores Golf Course Canal Shores Summer Golf Programs are for youth ages 5-14 of all experience levels. Canal Shores junior golf camps and clinics create opportunities for junior golfers to learn, play and enjoy the game of golf. Our programs are having a positive impact on participants, their families, and their communities. For more information visit, www.canalshores.org or call 847-475-9173.
Junior Golf and Tennis Camp Every expert starts as a beginner. Let your child embrace their golf and tennis bug at our summer camp! The City of Evanston & The Golf Practice at Canal Shores introduces the life-long sports of golf and tennis at a young age through programs that provide a fun and enriching experience for children while being a convenient and affordable option for parents. Our dedicated coaching staff help students develop their skills and a passion for golf or tennis while using the sports as a vehicle for delivering curriculum that are loaded with educational concepts including STEM and life skills such as respect, honesty, perseverance and sportsmanship. The last day of camp, campers will receive a voucher for a free round of golf at Canal Shores Golf Course for 1 parent/ guardian + child. Campers will start the morning at Canal Shores from 9am-12pm participating in golf. Lunch will be from 12-1pm. Campers must bring their own lunch. Campers will then move to the tennis portion of camp from 1-4pm. Campers do not need to be members or have their own equipment as this can be provided for them. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: Leahy Park Age: 8-13 yrs. Fee, 10 days: $750 R/$775 NR Fee, 9 days: $675 R/$700 NR Class # 622278A2 622278B2 622278C2 622278D2
2022
Gymnastics Camps
Dates June 13-24 June 27-Jul 8 July 11-22 July 25-Aug 5
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F
These camps are designed so campers will have fun while they develop and improve their gymnastic skills. Our coaches will help your child increase his/her coordination, balance, flexibility and self-confidence while working on the floor, vault, bars and beam. No experience is necessary and campers will be divided up by skill level. The parent packet, which will be emailed prior to the start of camp, will include important camp information, including appropriate camper apparel. Manager: Michelle Tompkins, 847-448-8681 Location: Chandler-Newberger Center
Preschool Gymnastics Age: 3.5-5.5 yrs. Fee: $100 R/$114 NR Class # 622259A2 622259B2 622259C2 622259D2 622259E2 622259F2
Dates June 6-10 June 6-10 Aug 8-12 Aug 8-12 Aug 15-19 Aug 15-19
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 9:30-11am 2-3:30pm 9:30-11am 2-3:30pm 9:30-11am 2-3:30pm
Beginning Gymnastics Age: 5.5-10 yrs. Fee: $130 R/$149 NR Class # 622259G2 622259H2 622259J2 622259K2 622259L2 622259M2
Dates June 6-10 June 6-10 Aug 8-12 Aug 8-12 Aug 15-19 Aug 15-19
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 11:15-1:15pm 3:45-5:45pm 11:15-1:15pm 3:45-5:45pm 11:15-1:15pm 3:45-5:45pm
Advanced Gymnastics Participants must have taken advanced level gymnastics classes and have experience learning front and back handsprings, back hip circles and kips, handstands and dismounts on beam, and front handspring vaults. Age: 8-12 yrs. Fee: $130 R/$149 NR Class # 622259N2 622259P2 622259Q2
Dates June 6-10 Aug 8-12 Aug 15-19
Days M-F M-F M-F
Time 3:45-5:45pm 3:45-5:45pm 3:45-5:45pm
Time 9am-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-4pm
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Sports SESSION 2
Football Camps
Sports Camps
4th & 5th Grade Flag Football Camp
Co-Ed Sports Camp
Get ready for the upcoming flag football season! This camp is perfect for all player levels. Campers learn non-contact football, develop throwing, catching, running and basic defensive skills. In addition, there will be speed and agility training as well as individualized attention to each camper’s skills. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: Robert Crown Community Fields Age: 9-11 yrs. Fee: $80 R/$100 NR Class # Dates 622252A2 Aug 8-11
Days M-Th
Time 4:30-6:30pm
Ultimate Frisbee Camps Chicago Union Youth Ultimate Frisbee Summer Camp Ultimate is a non-contact, action-packed sport played with a flying disc (Frisbee TM) where players pass the disc from one player to the next until someone catches it in the opponent’s end zone for a goal, worth one point. Players can’t run with the disc, and anytime the disc hits the ground, is intercepted, or goes out of bounds, it’s a turnover, and the defense takes over possession without any stoppage in play. Camp participants will learn: the basic rules and strategies of Ultimate Frisbee, how to throw a backhand and forehand, proper catching techniques, basic offense and defense, on-field and off-field leadership and teamwork skills. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 9-13 yrs. Fee: $130 R/$163 NR Class # 622246A2 622246B2 622246C2 622246D2 622246E2
Dates June 13-17 June 27-July 1 July 11-15 July 25-29 Aug 8-12
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 9am-12pm 9am-12pm 9am-12pm 9am-12pm 9am-12pm
Team sports, individual accomplishments and tons of fun await your camper at the ChandlerNewberger Sports Summer Camp and Sports Mini-Camp! Guided by counselors, our sports camp will introduce participants to a variety of sports along with traditional camp and playground activities. Instruction and play are combined in each sport to encourage individual skill improvement and action in a non-pressuring and exciting atmosphere. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, friendship, the enjoyment of building a successful team and sportsmanship not the final score. Each camp day ends with a team coming together in a closing circle reflecting on their day. The last day of each camp session will end with our Camp Olympics (ages 8–13) and Bonanza extravaganza (ages 6–8) celebrations.
Grouping of Campers Campers are assigned to groups according to age. Every effort is made to place friends in the same group when so requested by both families by May 2, grouping requests will not be accepted after this date. Grouping requests may only include 3 children; we will not accommodate grouping requests of more than 3 campers. Contact: Michelle Tompkins at mtompkins@cityofevanston.org.
Information Packet A link to the camp information will be emailed to families by Friday, June 3. Information will include a parent handbook, camp calendar and grouping information. Please have a current email on file. Manager: Michelle Tompkins, 847-448-8681 Age: 6-13 yrs.
SESSION 1 Fee, full-day: $501 R/$573 Fee, half-day: $251 R/$287 NR Pre-Care: #622236A2 Post-Care: #622236C2 Class # 622282A2 622282B2 622282C2 622282D2 622282E2 622282F2 622282G2 622282H2 622282J2
Dates June 13-July 1 June 13-July 1 June 13-July 1 June 13-July 1 June 13-July 1 June 13-July 1 June 13-July 1 June 13-July 1 June 13-July 1
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm
Age 6-8 yrs. 6-8 yrs. 6-8 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 10-13 yrs. 10-13 yrs. 10-13 yrs.
Fee, full-day: $468 R/$535 NR Fee, half-day: $234 R/$268 NR Pre-Care: #622236D2 Post-Care: #622236F2 Class # 622283A2 622283B2 622283C2 622283D2 622283E2 622283F2 622283G2 622283H2 622283J2
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Days M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm
Age 6-8 yrs. 6-8 yrs. 6-8 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 10-13 yrs. 10-13 yrs. 10-13 yrs.
Session 3 (Mini-Camp) Fee, full-day: $168 R/$192 NR Fee, half-day: $84 R/$96 NR Pre-Care: #622236G2 Post-Care: #622236J2 Class # 622284A2 622284B2 622284C2 622284D2 622284E2 622284F2 622284G2 622284H2 622284J2
Dates July 25-29 July 25-29 July 25-29 July 25-29 July 25-29 July 25-29 July 25-29 July 25-29 July 25-29
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm
Age 6-8 yrs. 6-8 yrs. 6-8 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 10-13 yrs. 10-13 yrs. 10-13 yrs.
Session 4 (Mini-Camp) Fee, full-day: $168 R/$192 NR Fee, half-day: $84 R/$96 NR Pre-Care: #622236K2 Post-Care: #622236M2 Class # 622284K2 622284L2 622284M2 622284N2 622284P2 622284Q2 622284R2 622284S2 622284T2
Dates Aug 1-5 Aug 1-5 Aug 1-5 Aug 1-5 Aug 1-5 Aug 1-5 Aug 1-5 Aug 1-5 Aug 1-5
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm
Age 6-8 yrs. 6-8 yrs. 6-8 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 8-10 yrs. 10-13 yrs. 10-13 yrs. 10-13 yrs.
Game On! Sports 4 Girls Sports learning, play plus confendence building, and fun fun fun! Since 2007, Game On! has been committed to empowering girls ages 4 - 14 of all skill levels through sports. Learn and play multiple sports daily in a warm, fun and empowering environment. Confidence-building programming designed to shape girls who are strong in body, mind and team both on and off the fields. For more detail on our awardwinning programming, visit gameonsports4girls.com
Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: TBD Fee, 4 days: $400 R/$496 NR Fee, 5 days: $500 R/$620 NR Fee, 10 days: $1000 R/$1240 NR Class # 622245A2 622245B2 622245C2 622245D2
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Dates July 5-July 22 July 5-July 22 July 5-July 22 July 5-July 22 July 5-July 22 July 5-July 22 July 5-July 22 July 5-July 22 July 5-July 22
Dates June 13-17 June 20-July 1 July 5-8 July 11-22
Days M-F M-F Tu-F M-F
Time 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm
Age 4-8 yrs. 4-8 yrs. 8-12 yrs. 8-12 yrs.
2022
Special Needs Science, Math & Sports Camp
Pee Wee Sports Camp
The City of Evanston and Northwestern’s Center for Talent Development (CTD) have teamed up to provide children with experiences in a variety of sports and enriching math and science explorations. Our teachers and coaches offer a blend of athletics and academics in a fun and enjoyable camp setting.
Introduce your child to summer camp! Pee Wee Sports Camp is a great way for young campers to prepare for future full day summer camps. In this camp, popular children’s games are combined with fun sports activities. Campers feel comfortable in a noncompetitive and supportive atmosphere as they learn new games and make new friends! Throughout camp we will encourage campers to improve their ability to play on a team and grow as individuals. Please be sure to pack a snack for your camper. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Age: 4-5 yrs. Fee: $250 R/$275 NR *Fee: $225 R/$250 NR Location: Leahy
Session 1: Math for Sports Math can help us understand more about our favorite sports. In this session, campers run, kick, shoot and score and then measure, calculate, analyze, and estimate to demonstrate how math and sports are on the same team.
Session 2: Extreme Code Breaking Breaking a code often involves identifying a pattern. Campers use computational thinking and reasoning skills to identify patterns of numbers, words, letters, and symbols to understand codes. Then they apply what they have learned to create and crack a variety of increasingly complex codes.
Session 3: Digging Canals and Tunnels Aspiring engineers learn about canals and tunnels, and how these amazing transportation systems are used. Campers strengthen designthinking skills as they design, build and test models of canals and tunnels.
Session 4: Playground Math How do you measure the angle of a slide? What geometric shapes are used to build a playground? Campers use math topics such as scale, measurements and geometry as they explore the playground first-hand before designing and building their own model playground.
Northwestern University’s Center for Talent Development (CTD) provides hands-on, engaging courses for academically advanced students during the summer and academic year. In-person and online courses are fast-paced and encourage students to explore topics in depth. Manager: Eric Eichholz, 847-448-8685 Location: Ackerman Park Age: 6-8 yrs. Fee: $400 R/$425 NR Class # 622280A2 622280B2 622280C2 622280D2
Dates Jul 11-15 Jul 18-22 Jul 25-29 Aug 1-5
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 9am-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-4pm
Class # Dates 621205A2 June 13-July 1 * 621205B2 July 5-22 Location: Baker
Days M-F M-F
Time 9:30am-12pm 9:30am-12pm
Class # Dates Days 621205C2 July 25-Aug 12 M-F
Time 9:30am-12pm
Archery Camps Archery Camp Participants in this camp will learn the proper fundamentals of archery from experienced coach Brent Harmon, Director of Chicago Archery Coaches, a USA Archery Level 4-NTS and Regional Elite Development Program Coach. Throughout the week, participants will use these fundamentals to progress to more advanced distances and targets. Skills will be honed by playing games and other fun archery activities. Camp will not meet in inclement weather; Friday will be used as a rain make-up day if necessary. Manager: Michelle Tompkins, 847-448-8681 Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Fee: $140 R/$176 NR Class # 622251A2 622251B2
Dates Aug 15-19 Aug 15-19
Days M-Th M-Th
Time Age 8:30-9:30am 7-12 yrs. 10-11am 12-15 yrs.
Session 1 2 3 4
Special Needs Camp Spark Camp Spark is held in conjunction with District #65’s Special Education/Park School Program. Students will participate in recreation activities such as swimming, sports, field trips, arts& crafts and an end-of-camp BBQ. All campers must bring their own lunch daily; drinks and snacks will be provided. Registration for camp must be completed by or before May 13, 2022. Registration for camp after May 10 will be subject to a late registration fee of an additional $100. Students starting at Park School or other eligible schools on or after May 13 will be exempt from the late-registration charge. NOTE: Parents of out of district students must contact their student’s home school district for approval prior to registering for camp. Manager: Leonard Woodson, 847-448-8044 Location: Park School Age: 3-21 yrs. Fee: $615 R/$675 NR Class # Dates 825206A2 July 5-22
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Time 9am-3pm
Camp Spark Transportation Transportation to and from camp is a separate fee and no longer included in the standard camp price. Camp Spark participants who attend a D65 school can register for door to door transportation to and from camp. Financial assistance is not available for transportation and you must be registered for Camp Spark listed above. The City of Evanston will provide transportation for all field trips during camp hours Manager: Leonard Woodson, 847-448-8044 Fee: $190 R/NR Class # Dates 825206B2 July 5-22
Days M-F
Time TBD
Camp R.E.A.L. Camp R.E.A.L. is the place to be in August. This Special Recreation Mini-Camp offers lots of fun activities based on ecology and the outdoors. Be prepared for crafts, sports, ecology activities and playtime at Lovelace Park in northwest Evanston. Two weekly field trips are included. Campers must supply their own daily lunch and dress for outdoor activities. A schedule will be sent home prior to the start of camp. The registration deadline is July 15; space is limited with 10 spaces reserved for campers identified as having special needs. Manager: Leonard Woodson, 847-448-8044 Location: Lovelace Park Age: 3-21 yrs. Fee: $345 R/$400 NR Class # 825207A2
2022
Days M-F
Dates Aug 1-Aug 12
Days M-F
Time 9:30am-2:30pm
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Sports Aquatic Camps General Information Important registration information! Due to high demand and safety concerns, register your child for either the morning or afternoon Youth Aquatic Camp per session, but not both.
Swim Test Required Although campers will wear Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices w hen they are aboard boats or other vessels, they are required to pass a 50-yard swim test (any combination of strokes) before they may participate in aquatic activities. The test will be given in the lake on the first day of camp (weather permitting). It’s in your best interest to be sure the camper can pass the test. Refunds will not be provided if the test is failed. What about the weather? Aquatic Camp meets every day, but bad weather, poor lake conditions or equipment failure may require that activities take place on the sand, in the park, or inside the Beach Office.
Camp Staff Instructors are highly qualified with extensive lakefront experience. All staff members are certified in waterfront lifeguarding, C.P.R. and First Aid.
Apparel Bring a swimsuit, towel and athletic shoes or sandals. Dress for the weather at the lakefront it’s often 10° cooler at the lake.
Youth Aquatic Camp Imagine a summer filled with fun activities, Learn about safety and gain respect for the lake! Water activities include: sailing, kayaking, swimming, tubing, canoeing, water skiing, fishing theme days will be held, along with an informal parent’s night held the last Thursday of the camp. No camp July 4. Manager: Adam Abajian, 847-866-2913 Location: Dempster Street Beach Age: 8-13 yrs. Fee: $390 R/$440 NR Class # Dates 722210A2 June 13-July 1 722210B2 June 13-July 1 722210C2 July 5-22 722210D2 July 5-22 722210E2 July 25-Aug 12 722210F2 July 25-Aug 12
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Days M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Teen Aquatic Camp Have you aged out of our popular Youth Aquatic Camp, but still want to participate in your favorite lakefront activities? This camp is designed with you in mind! Please refer to the Youth Aquatic Camp description for information about apparel and the swim test. Water activities include: sailing, kayaking, swimming, tubing, canoeing and water skiing. If there is poor weather, there will be one makeup day the week after the session ends on the same day camp was held. Manager: Adam Abajian, 847-866-2913 Location: Dempster Street Beach Age: 13-18 yrs. Fee: $130 R/$160 NR Class # 722212A2 722212B2
Dates Days June 17-July 1 F July 15-July 29 F
Time 6:30-8:00pm 6:30-8:00pm
Arts & Aquatic Camp The Aquatics camp has teamed up with Arts Camp at the lakefront. In the mornings from we will create artwork, crafts, music and hear stories related to water and shorelines. The afternoons will be packed with traditional aquatics camp fun. Campers will sign in at the Arrington Lagoon Building, participate in the morning Arts activities, eat lunch and walk to Dempster Beach to participate in the afternoon session of the Aquatics Camp. Manager: Adam Abajian, 847-866-2913 Location: Dempster Street Beach Age: 10-13 yrs. Fee: $391 R/$491 NR Class # 722209B2 722209D2 722209F2
Dates June 13-July 1 July 5-22 July 25-Aug 12
Days M-F M-F M-F
Time 9:30am-4:30pm 9:30am-4:30pm 9:30am-4:30pm
Parent/Child Aqua Action This Aquatic Camp is offered for parents/ caregivers who want to share a great aquatic experience with their children. Multiple generations can participate in the same water sports as Aquatic Camp (tubing, sailing, paddling etc. in a fun, relaxing environment. A swim test is required at the first class. At least one parent must register for every two children and must be present at every class; adults and children must register at the same time. The fee listed is per person. If there is poor weather, there will be one makeup day the week after the session ends on the same day camp was held. Manager: Adam Abajian, 847-866-2913 Location: Dempster Street Beach Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $130 R/$160 NR Class # Dates 722214A2 June 13-27 722214B2 June 15-29 722214C2 July 18-Aug 1 722214D2 July 13-July 27
Days M W M W
Time 6:30-8:00pm 6:30-8:00pm 6:30-8:00pm 6:30-8:00pm
Adult Aquatic Adventures Now adults, who didn’t have an opportunity to participate in water sports as a child, can enjoy Lake Michigan. You’ll enjoy the same water sports as our very popular Aquatic Camp in a fun, relaxing environment (see previous page). You’ll also learn important safety rules and tips. A 50-yard swim test is required at the first class. If there is poor weather, there will be one makeup day the week after the session ends on the same day camp was held. Manager: Adam Abajian, 847-866-2913 Location: Dempster Street Beach Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $130 R/$160 NR Dates Days Class # 722215A2 June 14-28 Tu 722215B2 July 12-26 Tu
Time 6:30-8:00pm 6:30-8:00pm
Time 9:30am-12:30pm 1:30pm-4:30pm 9:30am-12:30pm 1:30pm-4:30pm 9:30am-12:30pm 1:30pm-4:30pm
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2022
Specialty Pokemon Engineering using LEGO
Lego® Camps Play-Well TEKnologies Camps Kids are already naturally gifted creators, add in inspiration from specially trained instructors and you have Play-Well TEKnologies. They dive into our massive collections of LEGO and build elaborate objects, structures and vehicles. Campers will explore fundamental principles of engineering and physics, learn to collaborate and create without fear of mistakes and experience joy. For more information visit play-well.org. Manager: Michelle Tompkins, 847-448-8681 Fee, 4 days: $171R/$213 NR Fee, 5 days: $214R/$266 NR
Adventures in STEM with LEGO Materials ®
Ratchet up your imagination with tens of thousands of LEGO parts! Build engineerdesigned projects such as Space Stations, Fire Trucks and the Eiffel Tower. Design and Build as never before and explore your craziest ideas. Location: Baker Park Camp # 621203A2
Date June 7-10
Day M-F
Time 9am-Noon
Age 5-6 yrs.
STEM Explorations with LEGO Materials Power up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering and architecture through engineerdesigned projects such as Tow Trucks, Bowlers and Battletanks. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas. Location: Baker Park Camp # Date 622203A2 June 7-10
Day M-F
Time 1-4pm
Age 7-12 yrs.
Unplugged Gaming using LEGO Materials Level up your LEGO Engineering skills in this arcade-inspired experience. Our Play-Well instructors are here to help make your favorite video game adventures a reality. Using LEGO, we can build go-karts to race Mario, blast asteroids with Star Fox, build neighborhoods with your favorite friends from Animal Crossing, and join Link to restore peace to Hyrule. All the fun of an arcade adventure with no screen necessary. Location: Baker Park Camp # 621203B2
Date June 13-17
Day M-F
Time 9am-Noon
Age 5-6 yrs.
Next Level Gaming using LEGO Materials Give the controller a rest and put your skills to the test by Barrel Blasting with Donkey Kong, Flinging Fireballs with Mario and battling foes with Kirby. Under the guidance of a Play-Well instructor, you will gear up to take down the final boss. Are you game? Location: Baker Park Camp # Date 622203B2 June 13-17
2022
Day M-F
Time 1-4pm
Calling all Pokemon trainers! With the Pokemon Championship approaching, join our enthusiastic Play-Well instructors as we build and catch our favorite Pokemon. Rescue Pikachu from Team Rocket, take a ride on the S.S. Anne to uncover rare and mystic Pokemon, and battle to see who will hold the title of Pokemon Master. Come along on our journey to catch them all. Location: Leahy Park Camp # Date 621203C2 Aug 1-5
Day M-F
Time 9am-Noon
Age 5-6 yrs.
Pokemon Master Engineering using LEGO Materials LEGO Master, I choose you! In the race to be crowned the Ultimate Pokemon Champion, we need your help! Learn to build your favorite Pokemon, level up by teaching them special moves, evolve them into more powerful versions, and come face-to-face with the current champion in an epic battle for the title. Learn from our Play-Well Pokemon Masters so you can make it to the top. Location: Leahy Park Camp # Date 622203C2 Aug 1-5
Day M-F
Time 1-4pm
Age 7-12 yrs.
Enchanted Engineering using LEGO Materials Come join our fun and knowledgeable Play-Well instructors as we use LEGO materials to build and interact with our favorite fairy tales! Help Cinderella make it back before midnight, fly with Peter Pan and the Lost Boys and ensure Alice outwits the Queen of Hearts. All we need is your creativity and a little magic to bring it all to life. Location: Leahy Park Camp # Date 621203D2 Aug 8-12
Day M-F
Time 9am-Noon
Age 5-6 yrs.
MARVELous Engineering using LEGO Materials LEGO Builders Assemble! We need you to come join our experienced Play-Well instructors to save the world. We will use LEGO to build our strongest Avengers to defeat Thanos, help Thor retrieve Mjolnir, swing through the city with Spider-man, and tell Hulk to….Smash! Our journey will take us to battles on this world and beyond; are you up to the challenge? Location: Leahy Park Camp # Date 622203D2 Aug 8-12
Day M-F
Time 1-4pm
Age 7-12 yrs.
Minecraft Engineering with LEGO Materials Venture into the world of Minecraft in our unique LEGO experience. Get ready to build your base, craft your tools, use your Minecart to harvest raw resources and battle to stop the Ender Dragon from ending the world. Come explore the endless possibilities of LEGO with a trained Play-Well instructor. Location: Baker Park Camp # 621203E2
Date Aug 15-19
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Time 9am-Noon
Age 5-6 yrs.
Minecraft Master Engineering with LEGO Materials Bring your favorite Minecraft adventures to life with our enthusiastic Play-Well instructors. In a Minecraft world powered by LEGO resources, we will build shelters to keep out Creepers, craft mystical items that only true masters can wield, and perfect our crossbow skills to stop the Wither from taking over! If you can imagine it, we can build it. Location: Baker Park Camp # Date 622203E2 Aug 15-19
Day M-F
Time 1-4pm
Age 7-12 yrs.
Chess Camps Chess Mini Camp Our immersive Chess camp is great for beginners and experienced players alike. Each day will consist of fun, interactive teaching periods and plenty of time for students to practice against one another while being coached by an experienced instructor. We will switch things up and change the pace throughout the day with problem-solving cooperative games, brain teasers, and a recess period to let everyone get the wiggles out. During the camp, students will have the opportunity to test for a Chess Belt using our unique system, patterned after martial arts belts. The camp session will conclude with a non-elimination tournament, and prizes will be awarded to every participant. We offer options for a half day, or attend the whole day for a jam-packed immersion into the world of Chess. There will be a lunch period for campers who attend the whole day. Parents provide a sack lunch. There will be a snack period for all campers (we supply a peanut-free snack). Every camper will receive a Chess Scholars tee shirt. Manager: Michelle Tompkins, 847-448-8681 Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 5-14 yrs. Fee: $185 R/$212 NR Pre-Care: #622236W2 Post-Care: #622236X2 Class # Dates 622297A2 Aug 15-19 622297B2 Aug 15-19
Age 7-12 yrs.
Day M-F
Days M-F M-F
Time 9am-12pm 1-4pm
15
Specialty Robotic Camps Robotics and Coding Challenge Join us for this fun RoboThink Robotics Challenge. RoboThink offers academically oriented STEM programs focusing on robotics for budding, intermediate and/or advanced students. We are aligned with Next Gen Science standards and allow students to be hands on and engaged. With RoboThink’s exclusive kits students build and play with robots of all shapes, sizes and functions. Our instructors take students on a fun and educational journey where we cover robotics principles and problem solving. The activities are interactive, and aim towards promoting learning and retention. RoboThink uses curricula designed to meet every skill level, so no prior experience is necessary. If you sign up for both AM and PM during the same week, your child can stay for the full day. Lunch is not provided. Manager: Michelle Tompkins, 847-448-8681 Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 7-12 yrs. Fee: $219 R/$266 NR
Battle Robots Do you think you can build the strongest and most agile robot? Can your robot win a head-tohead combat mission? Come learn engineering strategies for building sturdy structures using unique RoboThink bricks, and the apply that knowledge to build multiple robots for a variety of friendly competitions. You’ll have a blast as you play robot soccer, compete in robot relay races, and complete dozens of other fun challenges in this fun robotics program. There will be new content for returning campers Pre-Care: #622236Q2 Class # 622210A2
Dates Aug 1-5
Days M-F
Time 9am-12pm
Amusement Park Tycoon Get ready to have the most fun ever! Throughout the program, you’ll be creating your own amusement park, from the name of the park, price of admission, design of the roller coasters and the park layout. Students learn about gear ratios, potential/kinetic energy, centrifugal force and more. Post-Care: # 622236R2 Class # 622210B2
Dates Aug 1-5
Days M-F
Time 1-4pm
Battle Robot: Engineer Tanks In this 5 day camp, students will be building several different types of tanks for battles, challenges, races, target practice and more! As a lead tank developer, it’s up to your student to ensure that all of their products are in tip-top shape, so let’s get rolling. Pre-Care: #622236S2 Class # Dates 622210C2 Aug 8-12
16
Days M-F
Time 9am-12pm
Engineer Self Driving Cars
Magical Monarch
Let’s hit the road! As the head of their new car company, your child will create a brand name, logo and line of cars, including some of their favorite motorized vehicles! Students will learn about gear ratios, sensors, energy and more! Students will learn a few things that are under the hood as they build the original smart car, modern day autonomous vehicles, rubber band racers and more. Post-Care: # 622236T2
From their migration to their tongues, Monarch Butterflies are unique and fascinating. This 4-day camp will explore fun facts about Monarch Butterflies.
Class # 622210D2
Camp # 621204E2
Dates Aug 8-12
Days M-F
Time 1-4pm
Early Childhood Camps Summer Enrichment Academy Summer is a great time for your preschooler to keep learning through fun and engaging enrichment activities. Our Summer Enrichment Academy will challenge your little one to explore, create and learn in a fun camp atmosphere. Each week will give campers an opportunity to try something new to spark their natural love of learning, as well as their imagination. Each one-week camp will focus on a specific topic, but will also include music and movement, free play, and large motor skill development activities.
Campsite Camp is held at Bent Park (Hastings St. at Cowper Ave.) Bent Park has a large soccer field, playground and park shelter. Manager: Michelle Tompkins, 847-448-8681 Location: Bent Park Age: 3-5 yrs. (must turn 3 by June 1) Fee, 5 days: $119 R/$136 NR Fee, 4 days: $95 R/$109 NR
Incredible Inventors Young children have no limit to their imagination and this one week camp will let them test their ideas as they learn about and are guided to become inventors. Camp # 621204A2
Dates Days June 13-17 M-F
Time
9am-Noon
Baby Shark This catchy tune is so popular because of how it effects our brain! This one week camp will encourage campers to discover music through our emotions. Camp # Dates Days 621204B2 June 20-24 M-F
Time
9am-Noon
Color Theory Did you know that all color comes from three primary colors? Mixing, shading, and combining colors with various mediums will teach campers about color theory.
Camp # Dates Days 621204D2 July 5-8 M-F
Time
9am-Noon
Fire and Ice From volcanoes to icebergs this camp will examine nature’s fire and ice. Dates Days July 11-15 M-F
Time
9am-Noon
Pond Life Frogs, bugs, cattails and logs! Campers in this camp will learn about ponds and the animals, plants and bugs that live there. Camp # 621204F2
Dates Days July 18-22 M-F
Time
9am-Noon
Mini Mathematicians Counting, grouping and charting are all ways we can learn about math! Through art, play and group games campers will bring out their mini mathematician. Camp # Dates Days 621204G2 July 25-29 M-F
Time
9am-Noon
Junior Chefs Let’s learn about nutrition and cooking! Working from recipes that do not need heat, our Junior Chefs will measure, stir and pour as they create yummy treats. Camp # Dates 621204H2 Aug 1-5
Days M-F
Time
9am-Noon
Get Ready for Camp This camp is just for toddlers and their parents or caregivers! Designed to be a gentle introduction to your child’s first camp experience, the goal for this camp is to help young children gain independence and develop social skills! Each day campers will explore, build and participate in activities intended to challenge their large and small motor skill development. Working with their parent or caregiver, campers will be encouraged to learn how to transition from one activity to another, follow easy and simple directions and make new friends Manager: Michelle Tompkins , 847-448-8681 Location: Ackerman Park Age: 18 months - 2 yrs. with caregiver Fee: $87 R/$99 NR Class # 621209A2
Dates June 21-25
Days M-F
Time 9:30-11am
Camp # Dates Days Time 621204C2 June 27-July 1 M-F 9am-Noon
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2022
Counselor in Training Robert Crown Counselor In Training You can be a part of the future of recreation in Evanston by joining the Robert Crown Center team! This Counselor in Training (CIT) Camp prepares teens to work with staff and contribute their talents to the programs offered by Robert Crown Community Center. Participants serve as role models for the younger children who are enrolled in the Center’s summer camps, and receive weekly training from a variety of social service professionals and mentors. This program builds community and prepares youth to work with children in a variety of settings. CIT participants receive basic training on a range of topics: effective engagement, behavior management, communication, team work, safety procedures and more. Senior staff evaluate and mentor the participants throughout the four-week program and provide a final evaluation. After training and observations, CIT participants will be assigned to volunteer at camp, based on an interview and personal interests, while also receiving training on the various topics listed above. Volunteer options include Fun Factory (ages 5-7), or Kid City (ages 7-10). Volunteers are expected to participate in the program Monday through Friday, 9am-4pm for the entire four-week period. Volunteers may speak with the Camp Director to adjust their schedule if necessary. The registration fee includes training and supplies, field trips, and small group activities. No camp July 4. Manager: Tiffany Draine, 847-448-8167 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 13-14 yrs. Fee: $600 R/$750 NR Class # Dates 322248A2 June13-July 8
Days M-F
Time 9am- 4pm
Ecology Counselor in Training Do you want to learn what it takes to be a great camp counselor? You will spend the first two weeks learning about communication, leadership, problem solving and teamwork. During the second two weeks, you will work with EcoQuest Camp, where you will work with campers, counselors, lead crafts, games and activities. In addition to counselor training program, campers will participate in a variety of activities, including canoeing, field trips and beach days. No camp July 4. Manager: Matt Poole, 847-448-8147 Location: TBA Age: 12-14 yrs. Fee: $430 R/$535 NR Class # Dates 122249A2 June 13-July 8 122249B2 July 11-Aug 5
2022
Days M-F M-F
Robert Crown CIT on Ice This counselor in Training Camp prepares teens to work with staff and contribute their talents to on ice programs offered at Robert Crown. Participants serve as a role model for the younger children who are enrolled in the center’s on ice camp’s, They will receive weekly training from a variety directors and coaches from the skating, hockey and variety camps. This program builds community and prepares youth to work with children in a variety of settings. Manager: James Faedtke, 847-859-7824 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 13-15 yrs. Fee, 5 days: $175 R/$200 NR Fee, 4 days: $140 R/$160 NR Class # 322251A2 322251B2 322251C2 322251D2 322251E2 322251F2 322251G2 322251H2
Dates June 13-17 June 20-24 June 27-July1 July 5-8 July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29 Aug 1-5
Days M-F M-F M-F Tu-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 9am-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-4pm
Aquatic Camp Counselor in Training This camp provides the training and experience for potential Aquatic Camp counselors. Participants will work daily shadowing counselors, learning how to teach basic aquatic skills (tubing, sailing, water skiing, fishing, etc.. Each session includes a Parents’ Night. Anyone who passes the 50-yard swim test may enroll in this program, participation does not guarantee future employment with the City of Evanston as Aquatic Camp staff. In addition to needing leadership and aquatic skills, Aquatic Camp staff must be certified in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, Professional Rescuer C.P.R. and First Aid, and have working experience as a City of Evanston lifeguard for at least one season. No camp July 4. Manager: Adam Abajian, 847-866-2913 Location: Dempster Street Beach Age: 14-17 yrs. Fee: $200 R/$250 NR Class # 722213A2 722213B2 722213C2 722213D2
Dates June 13-July 1 June 13-July 1 July-5-22 July 5-22
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F
Cooking Camps Healthy Hands Cooking Camp for Kids Join us for this 6-week cooking camp as Junior Chefs are educated on the health benefits of various foods, challenged to follow simple recipes and supported as they create their own unique recipes. Along with cooking, there will be fun interactive activities that will keep the young chefs on their toes. No camp July 4. Manager: Michelle Tompkins, 847-448-8681 Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 5-13 yrs. Fee: $155 R/$192 NR Class # 622253A2
Dates Days June 20-Aug 1 M
Time 4:30-5:30pm
Comedy Camps Comedy Camp for Kids with Knuckleball Comedy With direction and coaching from an experienced comedian, participants will learn the basics of improvisation and performance through fun mind games and interactive play. Along the way, participants will gain valuable communication and team working skills as they learn to listen and think creatively. At the end of the session, campers will produce and star in their very own improv comedy show, which is sure to receive lots of laughs from both the audience and participants! This camp will encourage participants to build confidence and create friendships while we all laugh together. Manager: Michelle Tompkins, 847-448-8681 Fee: $205 R/$236 NR Class #
Dates
Days Time
Age
Location
622261A2 622261B2 622261C2 622261D2 622261E2 622261F2
June 13-17 June 13-17 July 18-22 July 18-22 Aug 15-19 Aug 15-19
M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
6-9yrs. 10-13 yrs. 6-9 yrs. 10-13yrs. 6-9yrs. 10-13yrs.
Ackerman Park Ackerman Park Baker Park Baker Park Bent Park Bent Park
9am-12pm 1-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm 9am-12pm 1-4pm
Time 9:30am-12:30pm 1:30-4:30pm 9:30am-12:30pm 1:30-4:30pm
Time 9am-3pm 9am-3pm
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Variety Fun Factory Fun Factory puts the “variety” in camp with an assortment of age appropriate daily activities designed to keep our campers happy, engaged, safe, and energized! We seek to spark interest in recreation through a wide variety of activities including sports, games, arts and crafts, ice skating, theme days, field trips and exciting outdoor adventures. Your child is guaranteed to gain confidence, learn new skills, foster new friendships and have fun! Our counselors are skilled, enthusiastic young adults who will provide your child with a safe, enjoyable camp experience. All campers must be toilet trained. No Camp July 4. Manager: Tiffany Draine, 847-448-8167 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5-7 yrs. Class # 322242A2 322242B2 322242C2 322242D2
Dates June 13-July 8 June 13-July 8 July 11-Aug 5 July 11-Aug 5
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 7:30am-6pm 9am-4pm 7:30am-6pm 9am-4pm
Fee $789R/$986 NR $633 R/$791 NR $789 R/$986 NR $633 R/$791 NR
Kid City Summer Camp Kid City is camp full of fun! We seek to spark interest in recreation through a wide variety of activities including organized sports, games, arts and crafts, ice skating, theme days, filed trips and exciting outdoor adventures. Your child is guaranteed to gain confidence, learn new skills, foster new friendships and have fun. Kid City offers a structured camp experience with room for “children’s choice” theme days to integrate children’s interests into the camp experience. Campers will transition many times throughout each day from one activity to the next. We ensure fulfilling summer experience where “I’m bored” will be a phrase of the past! Our counselors are skilled, enthusiastic young adults who will provide your child with a safe, enjoyable camp experience. No camp July 4. Manager: Tiffany Draine, 847-448-8167 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 7-10 yrs. Class # 322243A2 322243B2 322243C2 322243D2
Dates June 13-July 8 June 13-July 8 July 11-Aug 5 July 11-Aug 5
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 7:30am-6pm 9am-4pm 7:30am-6pm 9am-4pm
Going Green
Tween Scene
Variety Camps
Fee $789 R/$986 NR $633 R/$791 NR $789 R/$986 NR $633 R/$791NR
Tween Scene is a fun filled camp experience where tweens will make the most of their summer by trying new things and exploring new hobbies. Join us for an opportunity to get unplugged, explore creativity, learn, laugh and make memories that will last a lifetime. We will also explore friendship and team building activities as well as exciting field trips and beach days. No camp July 4. Manager: Tiffany Draine, 847-448-8167 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 11-12 yrs. Class # 322244A2 322244B2 322244C2 322244D2
Dates June 13-July 8 June 13-July 8 July 11-Aug 5 July 11-Aug 5
Days M-F M-F M-F M-F
Fee $789 R/$986 NR $633 R/$791 NR $789 R/$986 NR $633 R/$791 NR
Summer Discovery Camp Step into a world of Discovery at the Summer Discovery Camp where you will experience the journey of a lifetime. Campers will adventure into four main themes throughout the summer to spark an interest in the amazing things around them. Begin the summer with loads of fun through building friendships, arts and crafts, beach days, games and more. Learn of practices that will serve and heal the earth through the 5 major areas of sustainability; air, water, land and energy. Travel into time, tapping into your imagination of the past and future, then put your outdoor survival skills to the test by competing in daily group challenges. Half of the camp day will focus directly on the week’s theme, while the rest of the day will allow campers to enjoy a variety of recreational activities. Manager: Briana Jenkins, 847-448-8254 Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 4-12 yrs. Fee, 8-week session: $1165 R/NR Fee, 2-week session: $300 R/NR Pre-Care: #422207A2 Post-Care: #422207B2 Class # Dates 422206A2 June 13-Aug 5
Days M-F
Time 9am-5pm
Class # Dates 422206C2 June 27-July 8
Days M-F
Time 9am-5pm
Time Travel Hop through our time travel machine and experience a journey of a lifetime. We begin our travel in the Wild Wild West with cowboys, Native Americans and pioneers then make our way to the futuristic year of 3000. Campers will create crafts, play games, and create their own time capsule reflecting our travel. Class # Dates 422206D2 July 11-22
Days M-F
Time 9am-5pm
Survivor Put your outdoor skills to the test through obstacles and challenges in our survivor camp. Camp groups will participate in various outdoor activities such as relays, shelter building, navigation and more! Campers will get the real survivor experience with our overnight camp outing. Class # Dates 422206E2 July 25-Aug 5
Days M-F
Time 9am-5pm
Farewell to Summer Mini Camp Farewell to summer will recap the four main themes explored during the early summer months. Campers will participate in recreational activities, arts and crafts, field trips and more dedicated time to the themes, Hello Summer, Going Green, Time Travel and Survivor. Fee: $225 R/NR Class # 422206F2
Dates Aug 8-12
Days M-F
Time 9am-5pm
Hello Summer Summer is here and what better way to start than with a load of fun! During the first 2 weeks of camp, campers will dive into various activities such as arts & crafts, sports, beach days, relays, team building, games and so much more to ignite their interest and fuel their passion for summer camp. Class # Dates Days 422206B2 June 13-24 M-F
18
Time 7:30am-6pm 9am-4pm 7:30am-6pm 9am-4pm
This 2 week camp is designed to help campers understand what it means to “go green” through fun, interactive activities based on the five major areas of sustainability; air, land, water and energy. Campers will learn of all the benefits that come from our natural environment and how to return this favor through recycling, planting, conservation and more.
Time 9am-5pm
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2022
Open Studios Camps at Robert Crown Manager: James Faedtke 847-859-7824 Location: Robert Crown Community Center
Ages 3-5 yrs. Once Upon a Castle Explore color, paints and prints while comparing realistic and abstract art. Young artists will learn about the color wheel, press textures in clay, paint on canvas and experiment with a wide variety of drawing and painting techniques. Fee: $180 R/$225 NR Class # Dates 222665A2 June 13-June 17
Days M-F
Time 9-11am
Bugs & Butterflies Time hop through art history and come explore a variety of art movements. Campers will use clay, paint and mixed media to create their own masterpieces inspired by art and techniques from many famous artists in history. Fee: $180 R/$225 NR Class # 222651A2
Dates Days June 20-24 M-F
Time 9-11am
Ahoy Matey Explore the world of pirates as we sail into the depths of art making. Campers will be invited to explore maps, ships, hidden treasure, sea monsters and mermaids using clay, paint, and variety of mediums to complete our adventures. Fee: $180 R/$225 NR Class # 222667A2
Dates Days Jun 27-July 1 M-F
Time 9-11am
Dinosaurs Roar Let’s travel back 2.5 million years and explore everything we can about dinosaurs. We’ll make prehistoric art in a variety of different sizes, shapes and colors and have enormous fun along the way. Fee: $144 R/$180 NR Class # Dates 222658A2 July 5-July 8
Days Tu-F
Time 9am-11am
Cosmic Creations Let’s use our imagination and blast off into outer space! Using a variety of materials and techniques, campers will create rockets, planets, galaxies and far out space creatures. It’ll be out of this world. Fee: $180 R/$225 NR Class # 222671A2
Dates July 12-July 16
Days M-F
Color, Motion, Explosion
Maps & Hidden Treasure
Move to the beat and experiment with a variety of materials and techniques. In this upbeat art making week we will feel the music move us and even take a look at abstract art and artists like Jackson Pollock to create drip and splatter art and paintings. Fee: $180 R/$225 NR
Learn multiple ways to map real and imaginary locations. Make a treasure chest to stash your secret gems. Explore and make a variety of maps using drawing, stamping, stenciling, and printing techniques. Campers will even design a logo for their own map society. Fee: $225 R/$280 NR
Class # 222657A2
Class # 222674A2
Dates July 18-July 22
Days M-F
Time 9am-11am
Days M-F
Time 1-3:30pm
All Things Messy
Into the Woods
Perfect for young campers who like to explore and get messy. Through enriched art-making experiences, children will experiment with clay, paint, prints and paper to create their own messy masterpieces. Fee: $180 R/$225 NR
Get lost in a woodland of your own creation! Campers will design their own forest and explore a world of trees, moss, critters and creatures. Fee: $180 R/$225 NR
Class # Dates Days 222660A2 July 25-July 29 M-F
Time 9am-11am
Muppets & Puppets Move to the beat and experiment with a variety of materials and techniques. In this upbeat art making week we will feel the music move us and even take a look at abstract art and artists like Jackson Pollock to create drip and splatter art and paintings. Fee: $180 R/$225 NR Class # Dates 222662A2 Aug 1-Aug 5
Days M-F
Time 9am-11am
Ages 6-12 yrs. Fantasy Quest Time hope through art history and come explore a variety of art movements. Campers will use clay, paint, and mixed media to create their own masterpieces inspired by art techniques from many famous artists in history. Fee: $225 R/$280 NR Class # Dates 222672A2 June 13-17
Days M-F
Time 1-3:30pm
Inspired by Nature Mother Nature rocks! Discover a variety of natural patterns in wildlife, plants, rocks, and water. Natural materials and mixed-media will be used to create colorful worlds. Drawing, painting and sculpture will be used to record our natural observations. Fee: $225 R/$280 NR Class # 222673A2
Dates June 20-24
Days M-F
Time 1-3:30pm
Time 9-11am
Class # 222675A2
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Dates July 5-8
Days M-F
Time 1-3:30pm
Ancient Egypt Investigate Ancient Egypt, and unfold the many mysteries of the dynasties. Learn about pyramids, pharaohs, mummies and more. Campers will make their own Egyptian inspired art through painting, paper, and clay pots as well as design their own hieroglyphics. Fee: $225 R/$280 NR Class # 222676A2
Dates July 11-15
Days M-F
Time 1-3:30pm
Mixed Media Exploration Explore a variety of materials and ideas of art making, where if you can imagine it than we invite campers to make and create it. Drawing, collage, painting, printing, plaster, sculpture, fibers, and found objects will be available for campers to make their ideas take shape. Fee: $225 R/$280 NR Class # 222677A2
Dates July 18-22
Days M-F
Time 1-3:30pm
Paints & Prints Explore color, paints, and prints while comparing realistic and abstract art. Artists will learn about the color wheel, press textures in clay, paint on canvas, and experiment with a variety of drawing and painting techniques. Fee: $225 R/$280 NR Class # Dates 222678A2 July 25-29
Days M-F
Time 1-3:30pm
Puppets & Puppeteering Lets set the stage and explore the many materials and techniques used in puppet making. Our puppets will be both 2D and 3D in a variety of shapes and sizes. Campers will be invited to think about their story and scene. On Friday, we’ll put finishing touches on handmade sets and put on a show. Fee: $225 R/$280 NR Class # 222679A2
2022
Dates June 27-July 1
Dates Aug 1-5
Days M-F
Time 1-3:30pm
19
Ecology Ecology Camps Wildflower Camp This unique preschool program is designed to develop small and large motor skills, creativity and imagination while exploring science and experiencing the joys of nature. Each two-week session meets Monday through Thursday and has a different theme. Daily activities combine outdoor exploration with play, crafts, stories, songs and nature discoveries. Campers must be toilet trained. Manager: Matt Poole, 847-448-8256 Location: Ecology Center Age: 3-4 yrs. Fee: $195 R/$243 NR
Session 1: Water Wonders Come make a splash as we dive into the wonders of water! Stories and activities will focus on water habitats around the world. Class # 121213A2 121213B2
Dates Days June 13-24 M-Th June 13-24 M-Th
Time 9:30-11:30am 1-3pm
Session 2: Sensational Seeds Sow many seeds, sow little time. Explore the world of seeds and the tasty things they bring through sorting, counting, singing, and more. No camp July 4. Class # 121214A2 121214B2
Dates June 27-July 8 June 27-July 8
Days M-Th M-Th
Time 9:30-11:30am 1-3pm
Session 3: Hide N’ Seek
EcoQuest Day Camp EcoQuest Day Camp uses the time-honored traditions of summer camp, hands-on experiences, innovative programming and enthusiastic staff to create a summer of fun, while campers achieve a greater understanding of nature and the world around them. Activities include nature discovery and exploration, arts and crafts, outdoor games, stories, songs, imaginative play, scientific experiments and more. Manager: Matt Poole, 847-448-8256 Location: TBA Age: 5-7 yrs., entering grades K-2 Fee, full-day: $325 R/$405 NR
Session 1: Carnivores Campers will start their journey on top of the food chain by exploring the wonder of the world’s top predators. Activities will feature meat eaters adaptations and surprising survival strategies. Pre-Care: #122241B2 Post-Care: #122241C2 Class # 122241A2
Dates Days June 13-24 M-F
Session 3: Herbivores People might not like eating their vegetables, but herbivores do! Get to know the survival strategies of the vegetarians of the animal world. Pre-Care: #122243B2 Post-Care: #122243C2 Class # Dates 122243A2 July 11-22
Days M-F
Time 9am-3pm
Session 4: Decomposers Campers’ quests will end at the bottom of the food chain with the small but mighty decomposers. Learn what life is like for the cleanup creatures and how their work impacts the entire food chain. Pre-Care: #122244B2 Post-Care: #122244C2 Class # Dates Days Time 122244A2 July 25-Aug 5 M-F 9am-3pmn
Time 9am-3pm
Session 2: Omnivores Explore what life is like to be both predator and prey! Campers will venture a few links down the food chain to discover what life is like as an opportunistic omnivore. No camp July 4. Pre-Care: #122242B2 Post-Care: #122242C2 Class # Dates 122242A2 June 27-July 8
Days M-F
Time 9am-3pm
Peek a Boo, I see you! Many animals use camouflage, but if you look closely, you can find them! Campers will use their senses to uncover these hidden creatures. Class # 121215A2 121215B2
Dates July 11-22 July 11-22
Days M-Th M-Th
Time 9:30-11:30am 1-3pm
Session 4: Textures in Nature In this hands-on experience, campers will explore the beauty of the natural world using their sense of touch. Activities center on natural textures such as bark, scales, fur, and pebbles. Class # 121216A2 121216B2
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Dates Days Time July 25-Aug 5 M-Th 9:30-11:30am July 25-Aug 5 M-Th 1-3pm
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EcoTravelers Camp
EcoExplorer Camp
Learn about the natural history of Illinois through interesting and engaging lessons. Campers will travel through time this summer and learn how the past has shaped our present. The campers will experience them through experiments, challenges, games, crafts, and hands-on activities. Each session includes a beach day, a field trip, a canoe trip, a fishing expedition, and a one-night camp-out. Manager: Matt Poole, 847-448-8256 Location: Lovelace Park Age: 8-9 yrs., entering grades 3-4 Fee: $375 R/$465 NR
EcoExplorer offers a unique opportunity to older children who are interested in nature and outdoor recreation. This camp unites the awareness of environmental topics with the practical experience of outdoor skills to form a greater appreciation of nature. Campers are encouraged to take part in the world around them. We explore solutions to some environmental issues by participating in team building challenges, games, arts, community service projects and hands-on experience. The second week of the camp will focus on outdoor living and camping skills with a foundation in the Leave No Trace initiative. This camp will also have a one night camp out, field trip and beach day. Manager: Matt Poole, 847-448-8256 Location: Lighthouse Nature Center Age: 10-11 yrs., entering grades 5-6 Fee: $445 R/$557 NR
Session 1: Dinosaurs Travel through the fossil record to learn about what roamed Earth before humans. Campers will explore the diversity of dinosaurs and how animal adaptations have evolved over millions of years. Pre-Care: #122250B2 Post-Care: #122250C2 Class # Dates Days 122250A2 June 13-24 M-F
Time 9am-3pm
Session 2: The Glacier Age What are glaciers and why are they important? Discover the different periods of glaciation in Illinois, and explore what lived here between them. No camp July 4. Pre-Care: #122251B2 Post-Care: #122251C2 Class # 122251A2
Dates June 27-July 8
Days M-F
Time 9am-3pm
Session 3: Prairie Illinois What did Illinois look like before the boom of industry? Discover the ecosystems of 18th and 19th century Illinois and learn about their environmental importance. Campers will also explore the lives of prairie residents during this time. Pre-Care: #122252B2 Post-Care: #122252C2 Class # Dates 122252A2 July 11-22
Days M-F
Time 9am-3pm
Session 3: Citizen Science Learn about how everyday people can get involved in scientific research through citizen science. Campers will explore what kinds of citizen science projects are out there, and will even participate in one themselves. Pre-Care: #122254B2 Post-Care: #122254C2 Class # Dates 122254A2 July 11-22
Days M-F
Time 9am-3pm
Session 4: Environmental Justice Campers will explore topics of environmental justice such as pollution, food access, environmental racism, and will learn about how environmental justice issues affect our local community. Pre-Care: #122255B2 Post-Care: #122255C2 Class # Dates Days Time 122255A2 July 25-Aug 5 M-F 9am-3pm
Session 1: Ecosystem ServicesCultural & Supportive Explore how nature provides for humans’ physical and mental well-being through cultural and provisioning services such as fresh water, natural beauty, and food supply. Pre-Care: #122246B2 Post-Care: #122246C2 Class # Dates Days 122246A2 June 13-24 M-F
Time 9am-3pm
Session 2: Ecosystem ServicesRegulating & Provisioning Ever wonder how nature can sustain itself without human intervention? In this session, campers will discover the types of ecosystem services that help the Earth’s processes run seamlessly. No camp July 4. Pre-Care: #122247B2 Post-Care: #122247C2 Class # 122247A2
Dates June 27-July 8
Days M-F
Time 9am-3pm
Session 4: Industrial Illinois Join us to explore the age of industry in Illinois, how it impacted the environment, and what life looked like for Illinois residents during that time. Campers will also learn how choices made during this time impact the current environment of our region. Pre-Care: #122253B2 Post-Care: #122253C2 Class # Dates Days Time 122253A2 July 25-Aug 5 M-F 9am-3pm
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Camp Information Resident Registration Information
Nonresident Registration Information
Camp Registration Day
Registration for nonresidents begins at 10am on Monday, February 21, 2022. At that time, nonresidents may register for camps online at cityofevanston.org/register, at all the recreation centers and by phone. A $25 deposit per camp section is due at enrollment.
Camp registration day is February 12, 2022, beginning at 8am. Registration is online only. Online registration support will be available over the phone from 8am-12pm by calling 311. No phone registrations will be allowed at this time. Registrations will be taken on a first-come, first-serve basis. Wait-list spots will be available immediately once a camp has filled. The camp registration day is for Evanston residents only (zip codes 60201 and 60202). You must have an existing online registration account to register. Pre- and Post-care registration will begin at 10am on March 12, 2022.
Online Registration You must have an active email address to register online. To request an account, click on the “Need an account?” link at cityofevanston.org/register. Online registrations for residents will begin on February 12, 2022 starting at 8am. For online registrations, simply follow these easy steps: • Existing online accounts: Plan ahead, check that your account is accessible 48 hour prior to registration day. • New online accounts: Accounts must be created 24 hours prior to registration day. • Use the “+” icon by each camp section to select all of your choices. • After all selections have been made, click on the “add to cart” button on the bottom left corner of the screen. • Select the corresponding camp(s) for your child(ren) and click “continue”. • A review of your shopping cart will appear, click “proceed to checkout”. • Select payment method, enter the payment amount (must pay minimum amount due) and click “continue”. • Enter payment information and “submit payment”. • A receipt will automatically be emailed. Your child(ren) must meet all requirements to enroll in the camps listed in the 2022 Summer Camp Guide. Exceptions to any requirement cannot be made online. Please note that registrations will be taken in-person at recreation centers beginning on Monday February 14th at 10am.
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Camp Policies Toilet Training All campers must be toilet trained before beginning a City of Evanston camp program.
Wait List Wait lists for camp sections will become available once a camp has filled. Wait list registrations can be taken online once registration has begun on February 12th. There is no fee required to be on a wait list(s).
Registration Cut-off In order to have safe, adequate staffing levels on the first day of camp, registration will close the Thursday before each session starts. Camp slots are non-transferable; if your child receives a slot, you cannot give this slot to another person, including family members.
Transfer Policy You may request that your child transfer from one City of Evanston camp to a new registration in another City of Evanston camp. Contact the center hosting the camp to initiate a transfer to a new selection. Please allow time for the requests to be processed. Do not bring your child to the “new” camp until you are contacted the transfer has been approved and finalized. Transfers are made based on availability in the new camp. Program fees vary. If the camp you are transferring into has a higher fee, you must pay the difference before the transfer will be approved. If the camp you are transferring into has a lower fee, a refund will be issued. Camp deposits or camp balance payments are not transferable to non-camp programs. The department reserves the right to accommodate or deny transfers on a case-bycase basis.
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Deposit Policy A $25 deposit is required for each camp section at the time of your child(ren) enrollment. Deposits are never refunded but may be transferred in compliance with the transfer policy. There are no payment plans or fee assistance available for deposits.
Refunds We offer refunds on a case by case basis for documented situations preventing your child from participating in camp successfully. All such requests for a refund must be submitted in writing to the Program Coordinator that is responsible for overseeing your camp. Refunds may be adjusted or pro rated based on the circumstances and your child’s attendance in camp. Deposits are never refundable.
Final Payment & Payment Plans May 4, 2022 is the balance due date for all camp fees (see “Ways to Pay” below). Payment plan options may be available after a review of special circumstances on a case-bycase basis. Payment plans are made through the community center overs-seeing the camp. If the camp is held at a park or school, please call the program coordinator of your camp to assist you. If you have not arranged a payment plan or paid the balance due by May 4, 2022, we reserve the right to cancel your child’s reserved space(s) and you will forfeit your camp deposit(s). Households with a previous balance are required to pay in full to all outstanding balances prior to starting camp. If enrolling in a camp after May 4, 2022 and need a payment plan, please contact the Program Coordinator of the camp for assistance. Camp sections must be paid for before your child begins camp.
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Fee Assistance/ Scholarships Fee assistance (scholarship) is available to qualifying Evanston residents based on family size and total family income. Fee assistance applications are available at community centers and the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave. and online at cityofevanston.org/recreationscholarship. Fee assistance is valid for one year. Some families receive camp payment assistance from a third party agency. The City of Evanston Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department will work with families receiving camp payment assistance from a third party agency, providing the following guidelines are followed • The paperwork process must begin by May 4, 2022; please contact the camp’s program coordinator by that date. • Verification of third party fund availability for camp participation before camp begins. • The entire camp balance is the responsibility of the guardian the event assistance is denied.
General Information Drop-off and Pick-up Please be aware that camps have sign-in and sign-out procedures that must be followed. Parents, custodians or guardians are responsible for promptly picking up children when the program ends. If a child is picked up more than five minutes late, you will be assessed a late fee of $5 per child for the first 15 minutes and $1/min after that time.
Camp Start Date and Summer School Schedules were set assuming School District #65’s school year will end beforeFriday, June 10, 2022. If the school year is extended and the starting date of our camps changes, we will contact parents/guardians in May. If your child is required to attend summer school, please contact the program coordinator of the camp.
Quality Assurance We strive to provide the highest-quality programs. We’re confident that all participants will enjoy them. However, if you are not satisfied, we welcome suggestions and ideas that you think will help us improve our programs.
Updated Information Information may change after the guide is printed in December. Camp locations are expected to be confirmed after School District #65 determines their needs. For updates, including confirmed camp sites, please call 311 or visit cityofevanston.org/summercamp.
Parent Manuals Parent manuals for camps beginning in June will be sent in May. Manuals will contain all camp information including camp policies, codes of conduct, camp specific information, activity schedules and more.
Health, Safety and ADA Information/Emergency Contact Form Participants in City of Evanston camp programs are required to have an information/emergency form on file prior to the first day of camp. The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department has teamed up with ePACT to improve the health and safety of children enrolled in our camp programs this summer. ePACT is one of the leading secure electronic health record systems for campers. Instead of filling out paper forms, you will enter health/ emergency contact information through the encrypted online system. Campers will not be allowed to participate in camp until their health form is submitted Instructions and registration information will be sent via email after registration.
Health, Contact Information and Code of Conduct If your child is ill, do not send him/her to camp. Parks and Recreation camps will follow all Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for COVID-19. First aid for minor cuts or abrasions is available. Please refer to our sick policy in the Parent Manual for full details. The City of Evanston doesn’t carry hospitalization insurance for program participants; your family’s individual health care policy must cover all your medical needs. Before camp starts, camps will include the City of Evanston’s Code of Conduct policy as part of the parent packet. It will be implemented if a child’s behavior begins to interfere with the rights of others.
Special Needs, Medications and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Does your child need special accommodations to allow him/her full participation? Examples of needs are medication, behavior management and physical assistance. The City of Evanston welcomes the participation of all individuals in our programs, including those with disabilities. We are fully committed to complying with the ADA and providing reasonable accommodations to facilitate participation in our programs. The sooner we know about your special situation, the more time we have to make reasonable accommodations to improve your child’s recreational experience with us! At the time of registration, it is the responsibility of a parent/guardian to contact our Inclusion Coordinator to make arrangements for any accommodations. Those registering closer to the start of camp must contact our Inclusion Coordinator no later than 2 weeks before camp starts; otherwise, camp attendance may be delayed. Questions: please contact Ryan Dollins at rdollins@cityofevanston.org; 847-424-5496 (voice); 847-866-5095 ( TTY) or 800-526-0857 (IL Relay Center voice transmission.
Pre and Post camp Care Pre and Post care assists parents by offering a safe environment for their children beyond normal camp hours. Each Pre and Post care site offers children access to various recreational activities and equipment so children can relax and play. This is not an extension of the camp curriculum; activities might include playground time and board games. Pre and Post care service is available for campers registered in specific camps.
Información Importante Información de inscripción ¿Habla Español? Pólizas y plazos para los campamentos de verano estan publicados en español en el sitio cityofevanston.org/summercamps. Las copias impresas estarán disponibles en los cuatro centros comunitarios. Para asistencia, llame al número 847-448-4311.
Ways to Pay Online at cityofevanston.org/register, by phone, or in person with a major credit card. Check, money order or cash (in person only starting February 14th).
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