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2023 SUMMER IN THE PARKS
by jtenbusch
Sarasota County provides the following information on area camps at county parks for your convenience. These programs are not affiliated with Sarasota County Government.
4-H EXPLORING YOUR ENVIRONMENT CAMP
Join UF/IFAS Extension agents and educators and learn about the Sarasota environment. In this 4-H curriculum-focused camp, youth will learn about earth ecosystem services and capacity. Campers will meet at the extension office and go on field visits to natural areas around Sarasota County, make scientific inquiries and observations, and get hands-on learning and experience in environmental science and education. Register at https://v2.4honline.com/. Scholarships available. For further information, call 941-861-9833 or email 4H@scgov.net.
Dates: June 19-23, 26-30
Fee: $200
Ages: 10-14
Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Before- and after-care available for additional fees.
Location: UF/IFAS Extension, Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Road, Sarasota
Englewood Sailing Summer Camps
Supervised instruction in the fundamentals of sailing, boat handling, safety, seamanship and environmental awareness. The ability to swim is a prerequisite. Registration begins in early April. To register, visit englewoodsailing.org.
Dates: June 12-16, June 26-30, July 10-14
Fee: $150 per week
Ages: 10-17
Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Indian Mound Park, 210 Winson Ave., Englewood
Nbp Archery And Fishing Camp
Campers will gain experience to become independent, educated, safe archers, and will learn the essentials of safe fishing. Campers will learn the rod and reel, tackle, knots, casting, bait and boating safety. All of our camp staffers hold at least a Level 1 National Archery Association certification. Visit nathanbendersonpark.org or call 941-358-7275 ext. 5816 and talk to our program staff
Ages: 6-14
Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Before care available for additional fees.
Location: Nathan Benderson Park, Regatta Island, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota
Nbp Ultimate Camp
Campers will gain experience to become independent, educated, safe archers, and will learn the essentials of safe fishing. Campers will learn the rod and reel, tackle, knots, casting, bait and boating safety. All of our camp staffers hold at least a Level 1 National Archery Association certification. Water Adventure Camp activities (stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing) all week. Campers will learn the basics of each discipline and, more important, boating safety. On-land instruction and safety requirements accompany all activities before campers get out on the water, so they obtain the knowledge and safety skills needed. Campers will be issued PFDs for on-water activities. Visit nathanbendersonpark.org or call 941-358-7275 ext. 5816 and talk to our program staff.
Ages: 6-14
Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Before care available for additional fees.
Location: Nathan Benderson Park, Regatta Island, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota
Water Adventure Camp
Each day, campers will participate in different water sports — kayaking, canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding! Campers will learn the basics of each discipline and, more important, boating safety. On-land instruction and safety requirements accompany all activities before campers get out on the water, so they obtain the knowledge and safety skills needed. Campers will be issued PFDs for on-water activities. Visit nathanbendersonpark.org or call 941-358-7275 ext. 5816 and talk to our program staff.
Ages: 6-14
Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Before care available for additional fees.
Location: Nathan Benderson Park, Regatta Island, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota
Sarasota Bmx Summer Programs And Activities
For information on summer BMX activities, please contact Sarasota BMX, 1500 N. Tuttle Ave. Sarasota, by phone 941-960-1578 or email srqbmx1974@gmail.com.
