youth programs

Summer Mario Kart & Smash Tournament Series

Join us this summer for one of our Mario Kart Deluxe 8 and Super Smash Bros Ultimate Nintendo Switch tournament series. Although competitive in nature, this tournament series is meant to be fun for all ages and will no doubt have many levels of skill present. Tournaments will be double elimination with pool play to determine seeding. Mario Kart will be 150cc, Smart Steering and Auto Acceleration will be turned off, and no CPUs. Super Smash Bros Ultimate will have a 7-minute time limit with 3 stocks per game.

Ages 9 and up

June 14 - Super Smash Ultimate

July 6 - Mario Kart

August 2 - Super Smash Ultimate 1pm

Harward Rec Center

Member $12, Non-Member $15

Registration due 2 days prior to event date.

Canoe Science Camps at Lake Lowell Park

This is a learning-focused STEM summer camp for kids ages 10-12 interested in exploring the outdoors through science and recreation. Campers will collect water quality data using scientific instruments and engage in hands-on field science. They will explore concepts like experimental design and hypothesis testing to learn about ecology, hydrology and local history. They will also develop recreational paddling and hiking skills through practice each day. Trained adult guides in each canoe will ensure safety and provide a fun and supportive learning environment. Please pack a sack lunch. Registration due one week prior to camp of choice.

Ages 10-12

Session I: June 12-16

Session II: June 19-23

Session III: June 26-30

Session IV: July 10-14

9am-2pm

Lake Lowell Park (12996 Iowa Avenue, Nampa ID 83686)

$60

Instructor: Canyon County Parks, Cultural & Natural Resources

American Red Cross Babysitter Training

In this one-day class learn information and skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care for children. Course includes handbook, Emergency Reference Guide and CD with fun activities and support resources. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Red Cross Babysitter Training Certification card. Please bring a sack lunch.

Ages 11-15

April 15

May 13

June 10

July 29

9am-2pm

Harward Rec Center

Member $66, Non-Member $78 nampa parks & recreation l nampaparksandrecreation.org