Summer Fun for Kids

Your 2010 guide to summer camps in the Fairbanks area

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Summer fun for kids

Academic/Special-Interest Camps .... 2-5 Day Camps .................................... 5-7 Faith-Based Camps ..................... 7-9

This Summer Fun for Kids supplement is provided as a public service to our readers.

A word of caution: parents must approach listings in this guide and check references as they would any advertised activity for their children. These listings are not endorsements.

We hope these pages help show parents the many activities available to Fairbanks area children and families, and that it is useful in building ideas and finding things your children might enjoy through the summer months.

Family/Group Camps ......................... 9 Fine Arts Camps .......................... 9-12 Overnight Camps ....................... 12-13 School-Age Day Care ....................... 13 Sports Activities ........................ 13-15 Sports Camps ........................... 15-18 Summertime Programs .............. 18-20

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— Cover photo credits: Alaska Conservation Camp, Camp Li-Wa, Fairbanks Tennis Association, Wild Rose Summer Camp

ACADEMIC/ SPECIAL-INTEREST

CAMPS African-American Male Math Initiative

Sponsor: Communities in Schools of Alaska, Fairbanks North Star Borough School District Ages: K-6 Dates and times: June 7-18, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Location: JP Jones Community Center Description: The camp’s focus will be on improving students’ math skills using the Everyday Math Curriculum. Students will be exposed to local businesses and business owners who use mathematics on a daily basis, small-group instruction from tutors who are trained in teaching the Everyday Math Curriculum and enrichment activities that will expose them to various forms of art, physical fitness and sports.

Cost: Free Contact: April Norem, program coordinator, 452-2521 or 267-235-5127

Alaska Business Week Program

Sponsors: Tesoro Alaska, BP, State Farm, Icicle Seafoods, TOTE and the Alaska State Chamber of Commerce Ages: Finishing grades 9-12 Dates and times: Aug. 8-14; participants live on campus Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks campus Description: This unique program provides an intensive week of discovery learning on campus.

Working with business leaders and competing with other companies, 100 students from throughout Alaska will gain hands-on

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environment and corporate responsibility. Students gain confidence when facing real-life workplace issues, teamwork, money management, networking and more. At the end of the week, students defend their companies in front of a panel of business leaders, and they also produce a product or service to be presented to potential stockholders for investment purposes. Deadline to apply is June 1. Applications and information available at www. alaskachamber.com or call 907856-2010.

Cost: $325. Some needsbased scholarships are available.

Contact: Ann Ringstad, 4595922, ann.ringstad@gmail.com

Alaska Conservation Camp — basic camp

Sponsor: Alaska Department of Fish & Game, the Outdoor Heritage Foundation of Alaska, the National Rifle Association of America, the Friends of the NRA, the Alaska Interior Marksmanship Committee and many community sponsors and volunteers Ages: 11-14 Dates and times: Basic camp No. 1 — June 7 -11; basic camp Continued on Page 3

NORTH STAR DRIVING SCHOOL DRIVERS EDUCATION CLASSES Basic Class or Classes including Class D Road Test

(at Harding Lake)

A CAMPING EXPERIENCE YOU’LL NEVER FORGET! Spaces are still available for the following camps:

Dates

Outdoor Skills Camp Explorers Camp Adventure Camp H20 Camp Junior Camp Discovery Camp

5-7 3-6 7 - 10 8 - 12 4-6 4-7

June 13 - 18 June 20 - 25 July 5 - 10 July 11 - 16 July 18 - 23 July 25 - 30

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Call 479-0562 or check our website www.binglecamp.org for registration, information and prices.

Scholarships are available.

• Summer special! Sign up with a friend and both will get the road test for free • Classes offered weekly • We offer a military discount

BE SAFE 490-2523 • Instructor: Scott Putman

Check our website for classroom information and or changes. www.nsds.us.com

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No. 2 — June 14-18; times are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and one overnight campout Location: ADF&G Hunter Education Indoor Shooting Range, 1501 College Road; Creamer’s Field and Migratory Waterfowl Refuge; and various locations near Fairbanks Description: Basic camp is a day-camp program designed to promote understanding of Alaska’s natural resources and conservation, and to give youths hands-on experience in hunting, fishing and related outdoor skills.

Camp activities include the Alaska Basic Hunter Education Course, firearms safety, shooting, wildlife identification, fishing, map and compass, outdoor survival, basic camping skills and more. Campers who complete the camp may earn Basic Hunter Education Certification from the Alaska Department of Fish & Game.

Cost: $195 Web site: www.aimcomm.org Contact: Cathie Harms, 4597231, or John Wyman, 459-

7292; camp@aimcomm.org or john.wyman@alaska.gov

Alaska Conservation Camp — advanced

Sponsor: Alaska Department of Fish & Game, the Outdoor Heritage Foundation of Alaska, the National Rifle Association of America, the Friends of the NRA, the Alaska Interior Marksmanship Committee, and many community sponsors and volunteers Ages: 12-16 who have attended basic camp or completed the Alaska Basic Hunter Education Course Dates and times: June 21-25; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location: ADF&G Hunter Education Indoor Shooting Range at 1501 College Road; Creamer’s Field and Migratory Waterfowl Refuge; and at various locations near Fairbanks Description: The Alaska Conservation Camp — advanced camp is a day-camp program designed to promote understanding of Alaska’s natural resources and conservation, and to give

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youths hands-on experience in hunting, fishing and related outdoor skills. Activities might include firearms safety, shotgun or muzzleloader rifle shooting, archery, wildlife identification, fly fishing, fly tying, bird box construction, GPS and outdoor navigation, canoeing, outdoor survival, shelter building, camping and field cooking skills, and more. The camp includes a hike and overnight camping trip.

Cost: $195 Web site: www.aimcomm.org Contact: Cathie Harms, 459-7231, or John Wyman, 459-7292; camp@aimcomm.org or john.wyman@alaska.gov

CAFE Teen International Culinary Arts Academy

Sponsor: UAF Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning Ages: 13-17 with a limit of 20 students Dates and times: May 24-28, 9 a.m. to noon Location: Hutchison Dining Description: This program is a culinary adventure for teens.

Explore recipes from Africa, France, Japan, Spain and the U.S. In addition to learning a variety of cooking methods, topics covered include kitchen safety, kitchen etiquette, food safety and presentation. A demonstration of skills will be presented at the end of the course.

Cost: $240 Web site: www.uaf.edu/sum mer/youth-programs/culinary-arts/ Contact: Erica Franich, 474-7021; summer@uaf.edu

CAFE Youth Baking Blitz

Sponsor: UAF Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning Ages: 9-16 with a limit of 16 students Dates and times: June 1-4, 9 a.m. to noon Location: Hutchison Dining Description: This four-day workshop focuses on baking basics. Learn to make pie crust, a variety of quick breads and yeast breads. Plan on getting elbow deep in dough and having lots of creative fun in the kitchen.

Cost: $200 Web site: www.uaf.edu/summer/youth-programs/culinary-arts/ Contact: Erica Franich, 474-7021; summer@uaf.edu

CAFE Kids Cooking

Sponsor: UAF Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning Ages: 6-9 with a limit of 20 students Dates and times: June 7-11, 9 a.m. to noon Location: Hutchison Dining Description: This camp focuses on fun food that you can make and eat, including biscuits, pretzels, muffins and tortillas. Cook individual casseroles and make ice cream, cream cheese playdough and freezer jam. Learn kitchen safety and etiquette, food presentation and how to clean up efficiently.

On the last day, campers can invite two guests to an English tea party, with campers as a host/hostess.

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Cost: $240 Web site: www.uaf.edu/sum mer/youth-programs/culinary-arts/ Contact: Erica Franich, 474-7021; summer@uaf.edu

CAFE Tween International Culinary Arts Workshop

Sponsor: UAF Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning Ages: 10-12 with a limit of 20 students Dates and times: June 14-18, 9 a.m. to noon Location: Hutchison Dining Description: Are you in need of a culinary experience beyond what is hiding in the fridge? This class will take you on an international tour of recipes from Africa, France, Japan, Spain and the U.S. Prepare, present and consume culinary delights from each country’s cuisines while learning the basics of food safety, kitchen etiquette and cleanup. Invite two guests to the final class to enjoy world-class creations.

Cost: $240 Web site: www.uaf.edu/sum mer/youth-programs/culinaryarts/ Contact: Erica Franich, 474-7021; summer@uaf.edu

Sponsor: Talkabout Inc. Ages: 4 years to young adult Dates and times: June 7-11, 9 a.m. to noon Location: Ken Kunkel Community Center in Goldstream Valley Description: Camp Talkabout is designed to give individuals who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication an opportunity to develop their skills in a fun, motivating, no-pressure environment. Campers participate in activities designed to support the development of their AAC skills. This is a great opportunity for AAC kids of all ages to develop increased independence and socialize with other children who communicate the same way they do.

Cost: $300 Web site: Talkaboutinc@ yahoo.com Contact: Mandy Hernandez or Jaina Hulbert-Billings, 452-4517, talkaboutinc7@yahoo.com

Denali Science Camp

Sponsor: Denali Elementary School, FNSB School District Ages: Grades 1-6 Dates and times: June 7-11, grades 4-6; June 14-18, grades 1-3; June 21-25, grades 1-3; daily camp 8:30 a.m. to

Canoe Camp Cost $350 Call 479-0562 or check www.binglecamp.org for registration & information

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Grades 8 - 12 July 17 - 24

Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, Sunday, April 18, 2010 3:30 p.m.; extended stay available — 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: 1042 Lathrop St., Fairbanks Description: Denali Science Camp is a weeklong hands-on science experience for youths grades 1-6. Mornings are filled with enrichment, study and discovery and afternoons with experiments, dissections, field trips, observations and guest presenters. Tents and meals are provided for an overnight at Chena Lake Recreation Area.

Topics offered include insects; birds; chemistry; rocket science; extreme Alaska animals; green power from the sun, wind, tides, water and biofuels; geology; physics of toys to explore Newton’s laws and build fun projects; and discover the answers to many questions.

Cost: $215 for daily camp; additional $20 per week for extended stay Web site: dnl.k12northstar.org Contact: Pat Jacobson, 488-1249, patricia.jacobson@ k12northstar.org

Fairbanks Suzuki Institute

Sponsor: Fairbanks School of Talent Education in cooperation with the Fairbanks Symphony Association and University of Alaska Fairbanks Department of Music Ages: 4-18 Dates and times: June 1-6 Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Description: The program is open to violin, viola, cello and flute students studying the Suzuki method. The course includes a master class, repertoire and Daloroze class. Intermediate and advanced classes also include technique and chamber group classes.

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Sponsor: North Star Youth Mediation Ages: 12-18 Dates and times: June 7-11, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. daily Location: Randy Smith Middle School Description: When your friends are in conflict, do they come to you for help? Discover a new way to resolve disputes. Mediation training teaches valuable skills in communication and conflict resolution. This course prepares youths to facilitate peer and victim-offender mediations.

Cost: None Web site: www.northstar youthcourt.org Contact: Betty Noreen.

457-6798; mediation@northstar youthcourt.org

Mediation Training — advanced

Sponsor: North Star Youth Mediation Ages: 12-18 Dates and times: June 1418, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. daily Location: Randy Smith Middle School Description: Do adults and teens communicate well? Discover the dynamics of parent-teen and student-teacher communication. Learn how to facilitate balanced and productive conversations for teens and adults.

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Beginner Skills Camp

456-4782

July 5-7

Intermediate Skills Camp

July 13-16

Advanced Skills Camp

July 19-22

NEW!!! JUMP START Athlete Development Program

A dynamic physical training program for girls & boys grades 7-12 June 15- August 5

For complete 2010 camp and registration information:

alaskavolleyballcamps.com Amy Phelps (907)474-1996 or Phil Shoemaker (907)474-6809

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7–10

Sponsor: Institute for Science and Mathematics Ages: Grades K-8 Dates and times: Grades K-2, July 5-9, 12:30-3:30 p.m.; grades 3-5, July 12-16, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; grades 6-8, July 26-30, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; grades 3-8, Aug. 9-13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: 2925 Horner Court Description: This is an active day camp that offers a mixture of group explorations, games and independent studies to help campers explore, discover and invent ways that make math and science fun. The camp offers classic science experiments in biology, physics, chemistry, computers and robotics plus many opportunities

Mediation Training — basic

Alaska Volleyball Camps

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Survivor Camp

Sponsor: UAF Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning Ages: 7-10 with a limit of 18 students Dates and times: June 1-11, 9 a.m. to noon Location: Honors House on the UAF campus Description: Want to take advantage of your youngster’s innate ability to absorb language?

Spanish camp is designed for youths. The camp includes language games, musical activities, cooking and outdoor activities, all in a friendly and patient environment. No prior experience with the Spanish language is necessary.

Cost: $285 Web site: www.uaf.edu/summer /youth-programs/leadershipacademic Contact: Erica Franich, 474-7021; summer@uaf.edu

to incorporate scientific principles into creative hands-on projects.

Cost: $195 half-day; $295 full-day Web site: www.scimathinsti tute.org Contact: Michael Donaldson, 479-6860, workshop@scimathin stitute.org

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Dates July 25–July 27 July 18–July 24 Session 1: July 18–July 24 Session 2: July 25–July 31 July 25–July 31

Jovenes Aventureros: Spanish for Young Adventurers

Mad Scientist Camp

Girl Scout Resident Camp Camp Grade Teddy Bear Camp 1–3 GS Brownie Adventures Camp 3–4 GS Junior Camps 4–6

Cost: $250-$425 Contact: Sally Endestad, 459-8126, sendestad@hotmail

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Completion of basic mediation training is a prerequisite.

Cost: None Web site: www.northstaryouth court.org Contact: Betty Noreen, 457-6798; mediation@northstar youthcourt.org

UAF SMART Academy

Sponsor: UAF Summer Sessions and Lifelong Learning and UAF Athletics and Campus Recreation Ages: sixth, seventh and eighth grades Dates and times: June 125, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location: UAF campus Description: An opportunity for 54 students to study reading and math comprehension with UAF faculty during the morning and enjoy recreational activities such as dodgeball and soccer with UAF student athletes in the afternoon. Participants receive a free MAC bus pass, T-shirt, academic supplies, and lunch and snacks.

Cost: Free Web site: www.uaf.edu/sum mer/smartacademy Contact: Erica Franich, 474-7588 or 474-7021; elfranich@alaska.edu

UAF Summer Music Academy

Sponsor: UAF Department of Music and Fairbanks Ages: Finishing grades 6-12 Dates and times: June 7-18; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: Fine Arts Building, University of Alaska Fairbanks campus Description: The academy is an intensive two-week session of music study for youths who have played their instrument at least one year. Participants attend master class, large and small ensembles, and elective classes such as guitar or steel drums.

Cost: $575 day camper/ $1,650 dormitory camper Contact: Linda Harriger, 474-7555; fymusic@uaf.edu

Wild Rose Summer Camp

Sponsor: Susan Kerndt Ages: 5-15 Dates and times: First session: ages 5-7, June 14-18, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; second session, ages 8-15, June 21-25, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; third session, ages 8-15, June 28 to July 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; fourth session, ages 5-7, July 5-9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: Large hay field at

1.5 mile Sheep Creek Road, 3 miles west of UAF. Description: An outdoor educational camp providing children with an enthusiastic experience of nature, coupled with a creative art program. Children will participate in many art activities including felting with wool fiber, batiking, plant dyeing on natural fibers, papermaking from plants, tie-dyeing, block printing, marbling, candle dipping, copper foil embossing and pottery.

Afternoons are filled with games, hiking, nature study, plant and bird identification, insect and garden study, beekeeping, puppetry and storytelling. Children also will participate in building, cooking and firing pottery in outdoor mud ovens and kilns. Space is limited.

Cost: $265 (includes materials) Contact: Susan Kerndt, 479-6363

Youth Hunter Education Challenge

Sponsor: Alaska Interior Marksmanship Committee, Optimist, Frontier Outfitters, Friends of the NRA and others.

Ages: 9 to high school senior; Hunter education certificate required Dates and times: June 4-6 Location: Fairbanks

Description: Eight Hunter Education outdoor events with single and team competition in archery, shotgun, muzzle loading, .22 rifle, wildlife identification, hunter safety trail, hunter education test and orienteering. Equipment and ammo provided. Prizes and door prizes, plus lunches and dinner on the Riverboat Discovery on Saturday.

Cost: $25/person Web site: aimcomm.org (Click on Youth Hunter Education Challenge) Contact: Joe Nava, 479-2340, ffjn@ak.net

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CAMPS Alaska Bird Camp

Sponsor: Alaska Bird Observatory Ages: 10-12 Dates and times: June 1-4, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Alaska Bird Observatory Center for Education and Research and Creamer’s Field Description: Alaska Bird Camp is an outdoor science camp for kids who are interested in science and birds. The cur-

riculum integrates science, art, conservation and fun exploring the outdoors at Creamer’s Field.

Kids will learn to identify common birds by sight and sound and will have the unique opportunity to work with live birds alongside ABO biologists at Creamer’s Field. Camp size is limited to 10 participants.

Cost: $200 Web site: www.alaskabird.org Contact: Tricia Blake, 451-7159, birds@alaskabird. org

Camp Habitat

Sponsor: Friends of Creamer’s Field, Northern Alaska Environmental Center, Alaska Department of Fish and Game Ages: 4-11 Dates and times: Nature Sprouts I: June 14-18; Nature Sprouts II: June 21-25, ages 4-5 ($120); Nature Detectives I: July 5-9; Nature Detectives II: July 12-16; Nature Detectives III: July 19-23, ages 6-7 ($195); Water Striders I: July 59; Water Striders II: July 12-16; Water Striders III: July 19-23, ages 8-9 ($245); Refuge Adventurers: July 12-16, ages 10-11 ($245); half-day program: 9 a.m. to noon; full-day program: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Location: Creamer’s Field Migratory Bird Refuge Description: Nature Sprouts half-day program (ages 4-5): Children explore Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge through developmentally appropriate hands-on activities and games.

Participants experience the wonders of the natural world through sensory exploration, discovery hikes, ecology-themed games, songs and creative craft projects.

Day Camp Program (ages 611): Young people learn about the natural history of Interior Alaska through engaging activities, games, hikes and projects.

Youths explore the natural world through themes such as plants, animals, birds, fish, habitats,

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Camp includes an overnight for campers ages 8-11.

Camp Habitat will host its 20year anniversary celebration June 12. Visit www.creamersfield.org for details.

Cost: $120-$245; contact Camp Habitat for scholarship information Web site: www.northern.org Contact: Adele Wiejaczka, 750-2298, campdirector@northern.org

Location: Georgeson Botanical Gardens Description: This day camp will present adventure in the out-of-doors with the security of evenings at home. Nature observations, crafts and games will be designed to the interest and attention span of this age group.

Fun will be the key ingredient.

Cost: $35 for 4-H members and $40 for non 4-H members Contact: Marla Lowder, 474-2427, mklowder@alaska. edu or Debbie Tindell 474-2420

Cloverbud Day Camp Curious Minds

Sponsor: UAF Cooperative Extension Service Tanana District 4-H Ages: Youths who have completed grades K-2 Dates and times: July 12-14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Want To Know!

Sponsor: Young Learners Preschool Ages: 3-5 Dates and times: June 711, Diggin’ Dinosaurs Camp; June 14-18, Princess Training Camp; July 19-23, ABC & 123 Artist Camp. Morning session, 9 a.m. to noon; afternoon session, 1-4 p.m.

Location: Young Learners Preschool, 209 Forty Mile Ave. Description: A unique and

exciting week of adventure awaits curious minds at Young Learners summer day camps.

Each camp session will explore a new theme with games, literature, art, music and hands-on projects designed to inspire children. Students will have the opportunity to grow intellectually, physically, creatively and socially.

Cost: $160 per camp session Web site: www.young-learn erspreschool.com Contact: 455-6425 or younglearnerspreschool@yahoo. com

North Star Ballet Dance Intensive

Sponsor: North Star Ballet Ages: 12-19 Dates and times: June 14 to July 9, all-day program Location: North Star Ballet-Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds Description: The program will include daily ballet classes and classes in modern, jazz and Pilates. Students will participate

in ballet and modern repertory classes in preparation for a performance to conclude the session. Additional classes will cover dance history and related subjects and are designed to accommodate students from beginning to advanced level experience. Arrangements can be made for out-of-town students to board with host families.

Cost: $1,200 Web site: www.thenorth starballet.org Contact: Kristina Dutcher, (907) 451-8800, nsdf@polar net.com

Northern Lights Gymnastics and Dance Sports Camp

Sponsor: Northern Lights Gymnastics & Dance Sports Camp Ages: 5-17 Dates and times: May 17 to Aug. 13, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with early drop-off and late pickup available Location: 1531 Richardson Highway, North Pole Description: Full-day sports camps are offered Monday through Friday all summer long or by the week and include gymnastics, cheerleading, ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, drama, theater, and arts and crafts.

Evening classes are offered in gymnastics, cheerleading, ballet, tap, jazz and hip-hop.

Cost: Varies Contact: Paul Agar, 490-6544

Tanana Valley/Delta Junction Cub Scout

These services are made available through the Fairbanks North Star Borough under grants from thread and the State of Alaska Department of Health & Social Services.

These services are made available through the Fairbanks North Star Borough under a grant from the State of Alaska Department of Health & Social Services.

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Sponsor: Midnight Sun Council, Boy Scouts of America Ages: 7-10 Dates and times: Tanana Valley — July 7-10, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Delta Junction — July 15-17, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: Tanana Valley — Birch Hill Recreation Area; Delta Junction — Delta Junction Fairgrounds Description: The Cub Scout Day Camp program is designed to teach skills and develop attitudes that make a boy more self-reliant and more at home in the outdoors. He will have fun with a purpose. The purpose is to build character while providing a memorable experience in the life of a boy. At day camp, Cub Scouts participate in individual and team sports, games, crafts, explore nature and work on achievements, electives and activity badges. Boys have fun in the outdoors.

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Cost: $75 Web site: www.midnight sunbsa.org/tanana_valley_district. html Contact: Sven Gilkey, 452-1976, sven.gilkey@Scout ing.org

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CAMPS Bingle Camp

Sponsor: Bingle Camp Ministries Ages: 4-17 Dates and times: June 13-18, Outdoor Skills Camp; June 16-18, Mini Camp; June 20 -25, Explorers Camp; June 27-29, Just U and Me Camp; July 5-10, Adventure Camp; July 11-16, H20 Camp; July 17-24, Canoe Camp; July 18-23, Junior Camp; July 25-30, Discovery Camp Location: Harding Lake

Description: Bingle Camp at Harding Lake has been offering faith-based summer camping programs since 1953. Most camps offer waterfront time, swimming, canoeing, tubing and the Iceberg. In addition, daily programming can include arts and crafts, outdoor education, low-rope team building, traditional camping and archery.

Each individual camp has its own unique programming. Visit our Web site for more detailed information.

Cost: $125-$350 Web site: www.binglecamp. org Contact: Lisa Eldridge, administrative manager, 479-0562, director@bingle camp.org

Camp Baldwin

Sponsor: Tanana Valley Baptist Association Ages: Grades K-12 Dates and times: June 23-25, grades K-2; June 28-July 2, grades 3 and 4; July 5-9, grades 5 and 6; July 12-16, grades 7 and 8;

July 19-23, grades 9-12 Location: Delta Junction Description: Camp Baldwin is a traditional camp setting with studies, activities and Bible lessons. We have loving caregivers — trained summer missionaries — who come to Alaska to serve the Lord. We have bath houses, dining room/kitchen, recreation area, bunkhouses, etc. Bus service is provided from/to Fairbanks/Delta on a limited availability for a small fee.

Cost: $80-$100 Web site: www.tananaval leybaptistassociation.com Contact: Sandy Buchanan, (907) 474-4989, sec@tananavalleybaptistasso ciation.com

Camp Li-Wa

Sponsor: Victory Ministries.

Ages: Kindergarten-12 Dates and times: June 14 to Aug. 6 Location: 590 Wigwam Way, just off 1/4 Mile Chena Hot Springs Road Description: There is some-

thing for everyone at Camp Li-Wa, from overnight camps to day-only camps up to a week at a time. Li-Wa, which has been serving the greater Fairbanks community since 1959, offers a non-denominational Christian camping experience, which includes horses, inflatables, riflery, archery, canoeing, wall climbing, dirt boarding, petting farm and much more. For horse lovers, there are ranch camps, and there are exploration and expedition camps for forays into the wilderness for the more adventurous. Traditional camp lovers will enjoy base or skill camp.

Cost: $205-$390 Web site: www.campliwa.org Contact: Jo Hibma, 457-6059, info@campliwa.org

Galactic Blast Vacation Bible School

Sponsor: New Hope Methodist-Presbyterian Church Ages: 3 to fifth grade Dates and times: June 711, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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Location: 2371 Bradway Road, North Pole Description: A spacethemed vacation Bible school, Galactic Blast will feature storytime with a cosmic puppet friend, space decor, snacks, science, crafts, games and music.

Classes will be small, age-level groups with age-appropriate activities and a class rotation schedule. Register online.

Cost: Free Web site: www.newhopempc.com Contact: Linda File, 488-9191

Globe Creek Camp

Sponsor: Alaska Wilderness Youth Camps Ages: Grades 3-10 and family camp Dates and times: June 25-30, grades 7-10; July 3-5, family camp (all ages); July 8-12, grades 5 and 6; July 15-18, grades 3 and 4.

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North Star Ballet Creative Dance Camp

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June 1 to June 5 - Ages 4–6 June 7 to June 11 - Ages 7–10 Sessions will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Camp for grades K–12

451-8800

A fun educational dance experience for children ages 4 to 10

We Offer Day Camps As Well As Overnight Activities at camp: Inflatables, horses, petting farm, archery, riflery, crafts, canoeing, dirt boarding, wall climbing and many other activities.

Non-denominational Christian Camp Prices range from $205–$390

creative movement

Free T-shirt to anyone who registers before May 1, 2010.

story telling

dance history

music appreciation

arts & crafts

mime

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Description: This is Globe Creek Camp’s 10th year of providing youth camps on 40 acres in beautiful Globe Creek Valley. Camp activities include archery, obstacle course, geo cache hunts, adventure races, water balloon competition, crafts, hikes to Grapefruit Mountain and Wickersham Dome and evening camp fires on Globe Creek.

Seventh- to 10th-graders will be challenged by an overnight hike into the mountains. Fifthand sixth-graders will overnight closer to camp, and third- and fourth-graders will be treated to several nature hikes. Sound biblical values are implemented in all of our activities with trained and certified staff.

Cost: $160-$240; family discounts available Web site: www.globecreek camp.com Contact: Mike Dynes, 488-0671 or 978-5573, mike@ globecreekcamp.com

SonQuest Rainforest Vacation Bible School

Sponsor: First Presbyterian Church Ages: 4-12 Dates and times: May 24-28, 9 a.m. to noon Location: 547 Seventh Ave. Description: SonQuest Rainforest Vacation Bible School is based on five key Bible verses that will change a child’s life. The program transports young minds into a vivid rainforest environment of jungle sounds, sights and smells where they’ll dig into the Bible and meet Jesus in everyday stories and enjoy music, crafts, outdoor recreation and snacks.

Cost: No cost Web site: fairbanksfirst pres.com Contact: Debra Lynn Bush, 452-2406, debralynn@alaska.net

Hamilton Acres Baptist School

Sponsor: Hamilton Acres Baptist Church Ages: 3-12 Dates and times: May 17 to

Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, Sunday, April 18, 2010 Aug. 20; open 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday Location: 138 Farewell Ave., Hamilton Acres, Fairbanks Description: A safe, faithbased environment with a fenced playground where children can learn and have fun all summer long. Activities include storytimes, crafts, games and field trips.

Cost: $580 per month; call for other rates Web site: www.akhabc.com Contact: Grant Cochran, 456-5995, office@alaska.net

Mountain and crafts at Blazing Star Stables, where the day’s Bible story is reinforced with engaging hands-on activities.

Registration Block Party, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 15 Cost: Free Web site: www.firstbap tistchurchnorthpole.org Contact: Todd or Karen Denny, 488-0290; akmoney penny@alaska.net

long. Breakfast, lunch and two snacks provided daily. The goal of the program is to provide fun, safe and organized activities that teach Christ’s love in all situations.

Cost: $645 per month, plus a $75 monthly activity fee (June and July); registration fee: $25 Web site: www.zionfairbanks. org/open_arms.htm Contact: Emily Main, 455-9466, openarms@gci.net

Saddle Ridge Ranch Vacation Bible School

Saddle Ridge Ranch Open Arms School-Age Vacation Bible School Sponsor: First Baptist Summer Program Church of North Pole

Sponsor: Open Arms Child Development Center Ages: 5-10 (Kindergarten must be completed.)

Dates and times: May 17 to Aug. 17, 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Location: 2980 Davis Road, Fairbanks Description: The Summer School-Age program consists of all-day activities ranging from sports and arts to field trips and academic refreshers all summer

Sponsor: University Baptist Church, Fairbanks Ages: Grades 1-6 Dates and times: May 24-28 Location: University Baptist Church, 1197 University Ave. Description: Participants will be saddling up and hitting the trail, rounding up some of life’s biggest questions and driving home answers while exploring the wide open spaces on Saddle Ridge Ranch.

Ages: 3 years through sixth grade Dates and times: May 23-28, 6-9 p.m.

Location: Fifth Avenue and Richardson Highway, North Pole Description: Each day, the “cowpokes” will rotate through sites like Music at Campfire Creek, Missions at Firefly Cavern, Bible Study Bunkhouse, Worship Rally Valley, Big Sky Grill, recreation at Mustang

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The weeklong adventure includes Bible stories, crafts, music and games.

Cost: Free Web site: universitybap tistchurch.net Contact: Marnie Port, 4792440; ubcoffice@universi tybaptistchurch.net

Summer Adventures

Sponsor: North Pole Christian School Ages: 3 years (potty-trained) to sixth grade Dates and times: May 17 to Aug. 13, 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location: NPCS, 3470 Silverleaf Ave. Description: The summer program will include Bible study and academic refreshers in letters and numbers (pre-K) and math and science (school-age). Children will participate in sports, games, crafts, music, drama and sign language classes.

Cost: first child $600 per month; second child $550; daily rate $35; registration fee: $50 Web site: www.npcs.org Contact: Patsy Fazio, 488-0133, npcs@ak.net

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Centennial Gold Rush Trail Family Camp

Calypso Farm Family and Small Group Field Trips

Sponsor: Calypso Farm and Ecology Center Ages: Children/families Dates and times: All summer by appointment Location: 4780 Old Nenana Highway Description: Bring your family or small group to Calypso Farm to have a fun-filled twohour to one-half-day field trip.

You can choose to visit with our sheep, goats and chicken, take a nature hike through the boreal forest, explore the gardens and greenhouse, make pizza or learn about natural dyeing.

Cost: $4-$6 per person depending on field trip Web site: www.calypso farm.org Contact: Adrienne Mosler,

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Sponsor: Midnight Sun Council, Boy Scouts of America Ages: Boys 7-10 and their whole family Dates and times: May 28-31 Location: Cold Regions Test Center Test Track – Delta Junction Description: Family Camp is a great place to have an overnight experience with your friends and family. Are you up for the Adventures of the Gold Rush Trail? Come join your son for a weekend in search of the Law of the Pack. It is a quest that is a race of character and will test your love of adventure.

There will be over 25 activity stations for Cubs and family of all ages. You can bring your bike and helmet for our bike rodeo, shoot BB guns and archery, and bring your Pinewood Derby car to race in the Triple Crown just to name a few of the activities.

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Web site: www.midnight sunbsa.org Contact: Shari Crismore, 452-1976, scrismor@scouting. org

Strike It Rich Diabetes Family Camp

Sponsor: Fairbanks Memorial Hospital and Midnight Sun Council Ages: All ages welcome Dates and times: July 11-14 Location: Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp, 58 miles south on the Richardson Highway Description: Fairbanks Memorial Hospital’s Diabetes Center presents the Sourdough Strike It Rich Camp at Lost Lake to help your family hit paydirt with a gold mine of information on the ins and outs of diabetes. Enjoy swimming, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, archery and a shooting range. An exciting 43-foot climbing tower and a 475-foot zip line will stake your claim of Sourdough status.

Cost: $250 individuals; $300 for family of two; $450 for family of three; $550 for family of four plus $100 per each additional family member.

Children 3 and under free.

Web site: www.midnight sunbsa.org Contact: Shari Crismore, outdoor program director, 4521976, scrismor@scouting.org

FINE ARTS

CAMPS

Back Porch Band I (The Stomp)

Sponsor: Music Mart Ages: 7-18 Dates and times: Saturdays, May 22 to Aug. 6; 2-3 p.m.

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required: guitar, bass, piano, drums and vocals. Guitarists Description: Bring your snow and bassists need their own shovels, skis and hockey sticks instruments. as we learn music and play Cost: $100 rhythms on everyday objects, Contact: Vicki Rayburn, culminating in performances 590-7517; ilove40below@ at the Tanana Valley State Fair yahoo.com (Aug. 7-13).

Musical experience is not Creative Dance Camp required.

Sponsor: North Star Ballet Cost: $100 Ages: 4-10 Contact: Vicki Rayburn, Dates and times: Ses590-7517; ilove40below@ sion one, ages 4-6, June 1-5; yahoo.com session two, ages 7-10, June 7-11; both sessions 9 a.m. to Back Porch Band noon Location: Tanana Valley FairII and III grounds, 1800 College Road Sponsor: Music Mart Description: Dance camp is Ages: Band II: 7-12; band designed as a fun educational III: 13-18 dance experience that includes Dates and times: Saturdaily classes in creative movedays, May 22 to Aug. 6; ment, ballet, music appreband II, 3-4 p.m.; band III, ciation, story telling, arts and 1-2 p.m. crafts, and culminates with a Location: Music Mart, demonstration/performance for 413 Noble St., Fairbanks family.

Description: A summer Cost: $175 of playing songs and singing Web site: www.thenorth (blues, rock, folk, Irish and clas- starballet.org sical) will culminate in a perContact: Ruth Merriman, formance at the Tanana Valley 451-8800, Ruth@alaskacre State Fair (Aug. 7-13). ativedance.com Musical experience on any of the following instruments is Continued from Page 9

DanceAlaska Dance Camp

Sponsor: Dance Theatre Fairbanks Inc. Ages: 9 to adult Dates and times: Week 1 — ages 11 to adult, July 5-9, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; week 2 — ages 9 to adult, July 12-15, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Location: DTF Firehouse Studios and Edna Wise Firehouse Theatre, 656 Seventh Ave. Description: A wide range of dance instruction including ballet, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, tap and jazz will be offered both weeks.

Week 1 will include conditioning and stagecraft, and week 2 will include theater, character dance and improvisation.

At the end of week 2, campers will give a performance at the Edna Wise Firehouse Theatre.

Cost: $250 per week Web site: www.dancethe atrefairbanks.com Contact: Dianne Christiansen, 452-1113, dancetheatre fairbanks@gmail.com

2010

Discovery Dance Classes

Sponsor: Dance Theatre Fairbanks Inc. Ages: 3-8 Dates and times: June 21 to July 29; 5-6 p.m.; Mondays, 3-4 years; Tuesdays, 4-6 years; Wednesdays, 7-8 years Location: The DTF Firehouse Studios and Edna Wise Firehouse Theatre at 656 Seventh Ave. Description: Mondays, 3- to 4-year-olds will concentrate on preparing young bodies and minds for dancing. Tuesdays the 5- to 6-year-olds will experience a little bit of ballet, tap and jazz.

On Wednesdays, the 7- to 8year-olds try out age-appropriate dance combo curriculum with tap, jazz and ballet.

Cost: $90 Web site: www.dancethe atrefairbanks.com Contact: Dianne Christiansen, 452-1113, dancetheatre fairbanks@gmail.com

Drama Project 2010

Sponsor: Fairbanks Drama Association Ages: 5-18

Dates and times: Session 1: June 14-25, ages 5-14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; session 2: June 28 to July 9, ages 5-14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; call for class times for first two sessions. Session 3: July 12 to Aug. 8, ages 12-18, 1-6 p.m., with three performances, July 30, 31 and Aug. 1. Registration begins May 1.

Location: Riverfront Theatre, 1852 Second Ave. Description: Each session features a professional theater training program, which includes the study of character development, story building, theater games and theater performance using newly developed vocal and physical skills. Classes are all age-appropriate and designed to build upon previous knowledge.

Cost: $150 per each two-week session; $295 for three-week session Contact: Peggy Ferguson, 451-4378, pegferguson@gci.net

Fairbanks Bluegrass Camp for Kids

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An intensive and fun theatre training program for children and young people, ages 5–18, featuring a professional teaching staff.

Brought to you by Fairbanks Drama Association & Fairbanks Children’s Theatre, Inc.

at The Riverfront Theatre (1852 Second Avenue) • For information, phone 456-PLAY Session #1 • June 14– June 25 (Classes Monday– Friday)

Class 1 5–7 yrs.

Class 2 8–10 yrs.

Class 3 11–14 yrs.

Session #2 • June 28 – July 9 (Classes Monday– Friday)

9:00 a.m.–Noon Class 1 9:00 a.m.–Noon Class 2 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Class 3

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8–10 yrs.

11–14 yrs.

9:00 a.m.–Noon 9:00 a.m.–Noon 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Registration fee: Registration fee: $150 per student for the two week program. $150 per student for the two week program.

Class size limited to 15 students.

Class size limited to 15 students.

HEATH ROBERTSON Head Teacher JEFFREY ALDRICH Instructor

Session #3 • For Young People ages 12 through 18 years The Ensemble Theatre Company Class

Class Dates: July 12 through August 1 Classes Mon–Fri., 1–6 p.m.

Class size limited to 30 students.

Registration fee: $295 for the three week program.

Performances of “Treasure Island” on July 30, 31, and August 1.

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All classes for DRAMA PROJECT are held in the Riverfront Theatre — 1852 Second Avenue. REGISTRATION BROCHURES will be available May 1.

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Dates and times: June 2125, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Location: Fairbanks Unitarian Fellowship Hall, Pikes Landing Road (across from Princess Hotel) Description: The seventhannual camp is five fun-filled days of bluegrass and other American roots music. Instruction is in a variety of instruments, including guitar, fiddle, bass, mandolin, banjo, bluegrass vocals and harmonies.

Wednesday evening features a square dance with local oldtime dance band and caller.

Instructors include some present or former members of the award-winning band Bearfoot and other talented musicians.

The camp ends with a student concert at 3:30 on Friday.

Cost: $250 Web site: www.fairbanks folkfest.org Contact: Pete Bowers, 455-6528, pbowers@alaska. net

Flot Jr.

Sponsor: Fairbanks Light Opera Theater and Flint Hills Ages: 8-14 Dates and times: June 611, ages 12-14; June 13-18, ages 8-11; June 20-25, ages 8-11; Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Before and after care available. Placement auditions at 1 p.m. on Sunday of the camp week.

Location: Dance Theatre Fairbanks’ Firehouse Studios, 656 Seventh Ave. in the old City Fire Station.

Description: FLOT Jr. is an age-specific fine arts summer camp. Sessions will teach the basics of musical theater: acting, singing, dancing, costumes and makeup application, set construction, stage props and painting scenery. Each weeklong camp culminates at 6 p.m. Friday with a production the participants have rehearsed during that week.

Cost: $150 Web site: www.flot.org Contact: Sarah Hoover, 456-FLOT, flotjr@gmail.com

Groundlings Drama Camp

Sponsor: The Fairbanks Shakespeare Theatre Ages: 12-18 Dates and times: June 3-27; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday Location: The Empress Theatre Description: A full-day camp featuring professional actor training, Shakespeare, stage combat and more.

Cost: $495 Web site: fstalaska.org Contact: Anne Thibault, 457-7638, anne@fstalaska.org,

Outside the Line

Sponsor: Outside the Line Youth Art, Summer Ages: 6-16 Dates and times: July 12-14; 9:30 a.m. to noon or 1:30-4 p.m.

Location: 485 Ballaine Road (1/4 mile) Description: There will be a choice of new projects plus painting, found object sculpture

and experimental art.

Weather permitting, sessions will vary between indoors and outdoors, observing nature in a woodsy setting surrounding a spacious studio. Limited class size.

Cost: $110 if paid by May 31; $125 later Web site: www.outsidethe line.com Contact: Marionette Donnell Stock, MFA, 479-6420; marionette@alaska.net

Summer Dance Camp

Sponsor: Mo Holland Dance Studio Ages: 7-14 Dates and times: June 7-25, Monday, Wednesday and Friday Location: 914 College Road Description: Campers will learn basic technique in ballet, tap, jazz, yoga and musical theater. The studio will provide shoes to borrow, but campers will bring their own lunches.

There will be a performance for family and friends on June 25.

Cost: $300

Web site: www.moholland dance.com Contact: Mo Holland, 452-5678, dance1@acsalaska. net

Summer Open Dance Class Series

Sponsor: Dance Theatre Fairbanks Inc. Ages: 9 to adult Dates and times: All summer long Location: The DTF Firehouse Studios and Edna Wise Firehouse Theatre at 656 Seventh Ave. Description: Open ballet class will be Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m.; open hip-hop class is every Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m.

Cost: $15 drop in rate per class; punch cards available.

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TEAM ALCAN

Youth Summer Fiberarts Program

SUMMER SPORTS CAMP

Sponsor: Fairbanks Weavers and Spinners Guild Ages: 6-15 Dates and times: May 1728; June 1 to July 3; July 6-10; July 30 to Aug. 10. Morning and afternoon sessions, 9 a.m. to noon or 1-4 p.m.

Location: Weaving Studio, Room 219 Lathrop Building, 516 Second Ave., Fairbanks Description: Morning or afternoon sessions are three hours each day and present concepts in art and craft through specific projects that develop youths’ confidence and skill.

Cost: $80 per session; lunch supervision an additional $10 Web site: www.fairbanks weavers.org Contact: Penny Wakefield, 452-7737, info@fairbanks weavers.org

Daily Program Includes: • Strength Training • Speed Training • Team Building Activities • Healthy Habits • Breakfast & Snacks • Sport Specific Instruction • Sports Participation

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Early Arrival & Late Pickup Options Available

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TEAM ALCAN Summer Hat Trick Automatic Enrollment Option for the following Camps - ALCAN Hockey Main Camp - ALCAN Baseball Camp - ALCAN Football Camp

Sponsor: UAF Cooperative Extension Service Tanana District 4-H Ages: Youths who have completed grades 3-7

Camp Options Full Summer – Half Summer – Monthly – Weekly

Camp Jessie Bloom Girl Scout Camp

Sponsor: Farthest North Girl Scout Council Ages: 5-15 or girls going into first grade and up Dates and times: Teddy Bear Camp (grades 1 to 3), July 25- 27; GS Brownie Adventures (grades 3 and 4), July 18-24; GS Junior Camps (grades 4 to 6), session 1: July 18-24, session 2: July 25-3; Survivor Camp (ages 13-plus who are no longer Juniors, July 25-31.

Location: Lost Lake Camp, 58.5 miles south of Fairbanks on the Richardson Highway Description: Camp Jessie Bloom offers an Interior residential camp experience set in a fun and safe environment.

Girls swim and canoe on the lake, hike on trails and do traditional camp activities such as campfires, crafts, cook-outs and more. This camp is open to all girls, not just Girl Scouts.

Cost: Teddy Bear Camp —

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SUMMER 2010

Day camp to promote conservation and to teach hands-on skills related to hunting, fishing, shooting and wildlife conservation.

Camps are Mon.–Fri., with an overnight campout.

Space is limited. Register soon.

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BASIC CAMP #1—June 7–11 (ages11–14) BASIC CAMP #2—June 14–18 (ages11–14) ADVANCED CAMP—June 21–25 (ages 12–16, completed Basic Camp or AK Hunter Ed) Registration Forms and Information:

$210; Brownie Adventures — $310; Junior Camps — $310, Survivor Camp — $335 Web site: www.fairbanks girlscouts.org/programs/camp. html Contact: Barbara Palmer, 456-4782; fngsc3@alaska.com

Kid’s Fly Fishing Camp

Sponsor: Midnight Sun Fly Casters Ages: 10-16; kids 10-13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian Dates and times: Noon June 4 until noon June 6 Location: Twin bears Camp — 30 Mile Chena Hot Springs Road Description: The 14th annual Kid’s Fly Fishing Camp will focus on teaching kids fly casting, knot tying, fly tying entomology and fishing ethics.

Parents are strongly encouraged to participate whenever possible. Our goal is to make fly fishing a family activity. Food is provided.

Cost: $80 Contact: Ken Ulz, 4576793, kenulz@mosquitonet. com or Tom Norton, 490-6889

Lost Lake Boy Scout Resident Camp

Sponsor: Midnight Sun Council, Boy Scouts of America Ages: 11-17 Dates and times: Week 1 — June 21-26; week 2 — June 27 to July 2 Location: Lost Lake Boy Scout Resident Camp, 58.5 miles south on the Richardson Highway Description: Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp sits on 400 acres bordering Lost Lake and the Tanana River. Summer camp is an important and positive part of every youth’s experience and a lot of fun. There will be swimming, boating, shooting sports and Project COPE — Challenge Outdoor Personal Experience, which teaches team Continued on Page 13

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Dates and times: 6 p.m. June 21 to 11:30 a.m.

June 24 Location: Twin Bears Camp Description: Participants will rotate through classes based on technology and physical fitness. There will be swimming, crafts, games, skits, hiking and campfires.

Cost: 4-Her $90, non-4-Her $105 Contact: Marla Lowder, 474-2427, mklowder@alaska. edu or Debbie Tindell, 474-2420

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building and cooperation. Camp features a 43-foot climbing tower with a 475-foot zip line.

Cost: $265 per week Web site: www.midnight sunbsa.org Contact: Shari Crismore, Midnight Sun Council Outdoor Program director, 452-1976, scrismor@scouting.org

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Eielson School Age Summer Program

Sponsor: Eielson Youth Programs Ages: 5-12 (must have completed kindergarten) Dates and times: May 24 to Aug. 17, Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location: Building 3303, Eielson Air Force Base Description: This full-day summer camp offers something for everyone who is eligible to use Air Force programs. There will be field trips, nationally recognized Boys and Girls Club events, 4-H projects and so much more. Swimming days,

bowling games and gardening projects are just a few of the fun activities planned. The program is nationally accredited.

Breakfast, lunch and snack are included.

Specialty camps offered through our youth center include programs in Alaska adventure, drama, sports, science and technology. These camps are scheduled throughout the summer and are geared for children 9-18.

Cost: Based on total family income Web site: www.eielsonforce support.com Contact: Deborah Conklin, (907) 377-3194, deborah. conklin@eielson.af.mil

Falcon Summer Adventure

Sponsor: Fairhill Christian School Ages: 4-11 Dates and times: May 24 to Aug. 6; 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location: 101 City Lights Blvd. Fairbanks Description: Falcon Summer Adventure will be a fun and safe place for parents to bring their children each day. Offerings include a variety of science activities, field trips, outside playtime, reading and quiet time, and morning and afternoon snacks.

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Dates

Weekly programs – 2 sessions daily – $80 per session Ages Afternoons 1pm-4pm Ages Mornings 9am-12

Check website for registration form, addition of new classes or any changes.

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Registration begins immediately by phone (452-7737), by mail (PO Box 73152) or visit the studio, noon to 4pm on May 8 Lathrop Bldg, Room 219, 516 2nd Ave.

Children bring their own lunch.

Contact Fairhill Christian School for an application.

Cost: $600 per month; partday and weekly options available.

Web site: www.Fairhill ChristianSchool.org Contact: Talitha Roberts, principal, 457-2167, fairhill@ awcable.com

North Star Learning Center

Sponsor: North Star Learning Center Ages: 5-11 Dates and times: May 17 to Aug. 17, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location: 500 E. Fifth Ave., North Pole Description: Participants in the summer program will spend their days at local playgrounds and parks exploring and playing sports, as well as being involved in the North Pole Library Summer Reading Program. Activities will include arts and crafts and cooking projects.

Cost: Varies Contact: Lori Kennard, 488-7827

Summer Adventure Program

Sponsor: Camp Fire USA Alaska Council

Ages: Entering grades 1-7 in the fall.

Dates and times: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location: University Park Elementary School Description: Outdoor adventure, arts, science, friends and fun together makes the best of summer experiences for elementary youths. Activities are fun and engaging and designed around small groups with a focus on promoting physical fitness, healthy life choices, outdoor experiences and community involvement. This fullday licensed program offers great flexibility in scheduling: Register for one day or for the whole summer.

Register online at www.campfireak. org.

Cost: $38 per day or $180 per week Web site: www.campfireak.org Contact: Camp Fire USA Alaska Council, (907) 279-3551, campfire@campfireak.org

Summer Days

Sponsor: Play N Learn Ages: 5-12 Dates and times: May 24 to Aug. 11 (closed week of July 5); 7:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Camp starts at 9 a.m.

Location: 1949 Gillam Way (Carol Brice Family Center) Description: Summer Days will provide a safe, active and enjoy-

able camp. The classroom environments will adapt to fit the themes and planned activities. There will be guest speakers and fieldtrips to encourage children to explore, interact with peers and cooperate with others. The camp offers positive social and emotional development and interaction with peers.

This year’s themes are: Pirates — Ahoy Mateys!; The Wild Outdoors; Africa; The Pacific Rim; Dinosaurs; America The Beautiful; Gold Rush; Ecology/Harvesting; American Southwest; Hollywood and Fantasy.

Tuition includes daily lunch, afternoon snack, materials, field trips and before and after care.

Cost: $180 Web site: www.playnlearn.org Contact: Shelly Mensch, 479-0900, Ext. 23, or Kim Burke, 479-5437.

SPORTS

ACTIVITIES 3-on-3 Basketball State Championships

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Dates and times: June 20; 10 a.m.-midnight Location: 4th Avenue, Downtown Fairbanks Description: The 3-on-3 Championships will be playing ball in the Midnight Sun. The 1-day tournament on Solstice coincides with Father’s Day and the Fairbanks Midnight Sun Festival, which attracts thousands of people. There will be lots of divisions to play in from beginners to expert levels, as well as a family division. Fathers and/ or mothers, aunties, uncles, grandparents, nieces and nephews can team up to form a family team.

Cost: $100 per team Web site: www.challengelife. org Contact: Mike Hajdukovich, 322-0626, hajduke@mac.com

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Ages: 7-14 Dates and times: June 1 to Aug. 5, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:15-2:15 p.m.

Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Patty Center Description: This program will emphasize the individual skills for goal scoring and offensive play, focusing on the proper techniques to maximize potential in each skill and developing the necessary tools to increase goal scoring.

Cost: $500 for full summer Web site: www.alcanhockey. com Contact: Dean Fedorchuk, 455-4203, info@alcansports. com

ALCAN Hockey Power Skating

Sponsor: Alcan Sports Ages: 7-15 Dates and times: 18 on-ice sessions, Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 1 to Aug. 5; 7:45- 8:45 a.m.

Location: University of Alaska

Fairbanks Patty Center Description: The emphasis on the Advanced Power Skating Program includes acceleration and explosiveness; power and stride development, and agility and quickness.

Cost: $500 for full summer Web site: www.alcanhockey. com Contact: Dean Fedorchuk, 455-4203, info@alcansports. com

Alyeska Track and Field Games

Sponsor: Alyeska Pipeline Service Company Ages: 6-13 Dates and times: June 5; 9:30 a.m.

Location: Lathrop High School Track Description: Alyeska Track and Field Games is a beginninglevel, recreational track and field program. It is designed to introduce boys and girls to track and field. All participants will receive a T-shirt and a partici-

pant ribbon. First-, second- and third-place contestants will each receive a medal. In addition, first place winners will receive a new bike.

Cost: Free Contact: Linda Ingham, 459-1068, lingham@fnsb.us

American Youth Football & Cheerleading

Sponsor: American Youth Football and Cheerleading of Interior Alaska Ages: 4-14 Dates and times: July 25 to last week of September Location: Fairbanks and North Pole Description: Football and cheerleading skills will be taught during scheduled practices during the summer. Participants will learn teamwork, respect for self and others, and the game of football while gaining physical exercise.

Cost: Flag football $80; tackle football $250; cheer with gear $225; cheer without gear $125.

Web site: fairbanksyouth football.com Contact: David Hawkins, 378-9275; hawk@tvtv.com

Chena Hot Springs Bicycle Classic

Sponsor: Fairbanks Cycle Club, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Ages: All ages (youth to adult) Dates and times: June 26 Location: Several start locations, all ending at Chena Hot Springs Resort Description: The annual Chena Hot Springs Bicycle Classic provides family-oriented fun for bicyclists of all levels. The ride offers 66-, 33-, 14- and 7mile ride options. All rides end at Chena Hot Springs Resort.

The ride includes a picnic lunch at the resort, free passes to the hot springs and other race goodies. Rides back to start points are provided.

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Fairbanks Youth Soccer

Sponsor: Fairbanks Youth Soccer Association Ages: 4-19 Dates and times: Summer Youth Soccer Session — June 1 to July 22.

Location: Fairbanks Youth Soccer Fields Description: Recreational soccer programs for all youths along with five weeks of developmental soccer clinics. The games and practices are Monday through Thursday starting at 6 p.m. Each age group meets at least twice per week. FYSA actively supports player and coach development by hosting soccer camps, soccer clinics and coaching clinics.

Cost: Depends on age of child, see Web site for more details.

Web site: www.fysasoccer. org Contact: Linda Burke, 456-3976, fysa@mosquitonet. com

FAHA Skills and Drills Sponsor: Fairbanks Amateur Hockey Association Ages: Players ages 5-18

Dates and times: Tuesday evenings, June 1 to Sept. 14; Mites and Squirts (ages 5-10) 6:45-7:45 p.m.; Pee Wees, Bantams/Midges (ages 11-18) 8-9 p.m.

Location: Big Dipper Ice Arena Description: Don’t lose those skills you worked so hard all year to master. Come out for some hockey fun once per week throughout the summer. It also is a great way to try out hockey and get ready for the fall season. Focus will be on drills and small-area games.

Cost: $150 Web site: www.fahaonline. com Contact: Kim Griffith, 388-3631, fairbankshockey@ gmail.com

Stingray Swim Team

Sponsor: Stingray Swim Team Ages: 6-18 Dates and times: Multiple swim times available.

Swimmers may swim 2-7 times per week.

Location: Alaska Club and/or UAF Patty Pool Description: Swimmers learn the four competitive swim strokes, dives and turns while gaining endurance and strength.

Training focuses on technique

Mini Camp

3 days & 2 nights $150

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Sponsor: Alaska Hockey Camps Ages: 6-14 Dates and times: July 19-23, Mites and Squirts, 8:30-10 a.m.; PeeWees and Bantams, 10:15-11:45 a.m.

Location: Big Dipper Ice Arena Description: Alaska Hockey Camps focus on individual skill development in a fun atmosphere.

Cost: $200 Web site: www.alaskahock eycamps.com Contact: Brian Gross, (907) 952-7712, alaskahockey camps@yahoo.com

ALCAN Baseball Camp Sponsor: Alcan Sports Ages: 5-14 Dates and times: June 21-25

ALCAN Cheer Camp

Sponsor: Alcan Sports Ages: 5-14 Dates and times: June 14-18; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Patty Center Description: In association with AYF Cheer of Interior Alaska, ALCAN Sports is offering a cheer component to the program. Cheer instructors will lead the program as special guest cheer instructors associated with professional and collegiate teams.

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Alaska Volleyball Camps Intermediate Skills Camp

Sponsor: Fairbanks Ultimate Association, Alaska Campus Disc Club Ages: 11-18 Dates and times: May 25-27, 6-8 p.m.

Location: Randy Smith Middle School, 1401 Bainbridge Blvd.

Description: This three-day evening program will introduce youths to the growing sport of ultimate frisbee. Played with a flying disc, ultimate combines elements of soccer, football and basketball, resulting in a fast-paced team sport enjoyed by children and adults around the world. Topics covered will include basic throws, cutting and spirit of the game. Senior discers also will be introduced to more technical throws and higher-level offensive and defensive strategies. Includes a new disc for each participant.

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Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Patty Center Description: The baseball program highlights individual skills so players challenge themselves regardless of skill level to develop and maintain solid habits. Focus will be on hitting, pitching, throwing, and catching; defensive fundamentals, safety and respect.

Cost: $200 — full day; $125 — half day Web site: www.alcanspor ts.com Contact: Tyler Hollister, 455-4203, info@alcansports. com

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and fitness of all our athletes from beginning to college level swimmers.

Cost: $60-100 per month Web site: stingrayswim.org Contact: Scott Lemley, 322-7496, akcoach@acsalas ka.net

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Web site: www.alcanhockey. com Contact: Dean Fedorchuk, 455-4203, info@alcansports. com

ALCAN Football Camp

Sponsor: Alcan Sports Ages: 5-14 Dates and times: June 14-18; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Patty Center Description: The camp focuses on individual skills so players challenge themselves to develop and maintain solid habits. There will emphasis on athletic, offensive and defensive skills including stance, ball handling, passing, catching, blocking and fundamentals of play, safety and respect to prepare players for all kinds of game and life situations.

Cost: $200 — full day; $125 — half day Web site: www.alcanhockey. com Contact: Dean Fedorchuk, 455-4203, info@alcansports. com

ALCAN Hockey Kids Camp

Sponsor: Alcan Sports Ages: 5-7 Dates and times: May 17-21; 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Patty Center Description: Enrollment is limited to 36 for three groups of 12 players based on experi-

Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, Sunday, April 18, 2010 ence and instructor ratio of 6:1. There will be two ice sessions per day (three hours total) with skating and stick handling fundamentals, fun and games, safety and respect. Off-ice instruction includes hockey academy and enrichment activities, fitness training and teamwork.

Cost: $325 Web site: www.alcanhockey. com Contact: Dean Fedorchuk, 455-4203, info@alcansports. com

ALCAN Hockey Main Camp

Sponsor: Alcan Sports Ages: 5-13 Dates and times: May 2428; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. or half day Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Patty Center Description: Camp will cater to the individual skills of hockey maintaining an individualized format for participants to challenge themselves, not compete with others. Teaching emphasis will focus on skating, shooting, stickhandling and passing skills.

Cost: $325 — full day; $225 — half day Web site: www.alcanhockey. com Contact: Dean Fedorchuk, 455-4203, info@alcansports. com

ALCAN Hockey Goalie Main Camp Sponsor: Alcan Sports Ages: 7-13

Dates and times: May 24-28; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Patty Center Description: Camp program will emphasize the individual skills of goaltending and focusing on the proper techniques to maximize potential in each skill. Goalie instructors will be announced in May. Program focuses on small-group and individual instruction with typically four-six goalies.

Cost: $325 — full day; $225 — half day Web site: www.alcanhockey. com Contact: Dean Fedorchuk, 455-4203, info@alcansports. com

ALCAN Softball Camp

Sponsor: Alcan Sports Ages: 5-14 Dates and times: June 14-18; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Interior Baseball League Fields near Pioneer Park Description: Softball program players will participate within their own age group and work on the same fundamentals. Focus will be on hitting, pitching, throwing and catching; defensive fundamentals; safety; and respect to prepare players for all kinds of game situations.

Cost: $200 — full day; $125 — half day Web site: www.alcansports. com Contact: Tyler Hollister, 455-4203, info@alcansports. com

Arctic Knights Archery Camp

Sponsor: King’s Nock Archery Pro Shop and Ranges Ages: 7-16 (younger on approval only) Dates and times: Three sessions: June 14-18; June 28 to July 2; and July 12-16; Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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fied instructors using JOAD and NADA techniques provide a variety of different archery experiences. Safety, archery etiquette and form are taught to beginners while intermediate and advanced shooters focus upon shot placement to earn National Field Archery Association shooter patches. Students will make an arrow and will experience paper target, 3D and DART (reality) shooting, and learn proper scoring and tournament rules. Each Friday is extended for a picnic, mini-tournament and awards ceremony. Low-cost bow packages or rentals are available. Personal equipment may be used with instructor approval for safety and size appropriate.

Cost: $75 per session Contact: Chris Williams, 479-4539 or 457-1792

Camp Kick

Sponsor: Midnight Sun Martial Arts Academy Ages: 7 and up Dates and times: June 1-5; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Midnight Sun Martial Arts Academy, 530 Second St. Description: Camp Kick teaches taekwon do training for all ages and levels: selfdefense, sparring, board breaking, patterns and provides great physical activity. Other activities include: arts and crafts, rocket building, outside fun and kids fear factor.

Cost: $200 Web site: msmaa.com Contact: Jeff Hurben, 457-5425, kickit@ak.net

ERA Basketball Camp

Sponsor: ERA Aviation and Challenge Life Youth Foundation Ages: grades 3-12 Dates and times: Late July Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Patty Center Description: This is a fourday camp in late July offering free tuition to the first 100 kids who sign up who have been to a challenge Life Camp at least once.

Cost: Free Web site: challengelife.org Contact: Mike Hajdukovich, 322-0626, hajduke@mac.com

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Sponsor: Alaska Volleyball Camps Ages: Grades 7-12 Dates and times: June 15 to Aug. 5; 8-9 a.m.

Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Student Recreation Center Fields Description: Get a jump on

the competition and the upcoming season with a dynamic physical training program to get you in the best shape of your life. Excellent for both female and male athletes in any landbased sport. Classes will feature age-appropriate exercises emphasizing speed, strength, quickness, agility and explosive power with running, jumping, pushing, pulling and throwing, designed by college volleyball coaches. No weight lifting.

Adaptable to family vacations and other activities.

Cost: $120 before May 15; $150 after. $20 discount for Alaska Volleyball Camp participants.

Web site: alaskavolleyball camps.com Contact: Amy Phelps, 474-1996, ajphelps@alaska. edu, or Phil Shoemaker, 474-6809, phil.shoemaker@ alaska.edu

Junior Golf Champs

Sponsor: North Star Golf Club, Inc. Ages: 7-12 Dates and times: Six sessions, Tuesday through Friday: June 1-4; June 15-18; June 22-25; July 6-9; July 13-16; July 20-23; 9:30 a.m. to noon, Location: North Star Golf Club, 330 Golf Club Drive, Fairbanks Description: Weekly sessions provide 10 hours of small-group (nine) instruction working with PGA professional Drew Wahlin, to learn the basics of golf including full swing with irons and woods, pitching, chipping, putting skills, etiquette and rules while having fun. All equipment provided.

Cost: $125 Web site: www.northstargolf. com Contact: 457-4653; northstargolf@alaska.net

Liam’s High Performance Q Camps Sponsor: Liam Ortega, U.S. Speedskating Team member Ages: 10-20 Dates and times: Every weekend: May 1-2 through June 5-6 Location: Student Recreation Center, University of Alaska Fairbanks campus Description: Liam Ortega, a member of the U.S. Speedskating Team, former West Valley skier and Arctic Lions hockey player, will give individually focused how-to’s to get the most out of nutrition, strength/ conditioning/recovery and mental/analytic training skills to approach each day with purpose

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and to improve and achieve daily goals en route to personal dreams.

Cost: Two half days, $100; Two full days, $150 Web site: www.liamortega. com Contact: Liam Ortega, 479-2739, liamortega@gmail. com

North Star Taekwon Do

Sponsor: Dan Preuss Ages: 5-17 Dates and times: June 22 to Aug. 10; afternoon and evening sessions Location: Mary Siah Recreation Center Description: Classes focus on beginning taekwon do and basic movements for children and traditional values. Weekly classes vary according to age, rank or family involvement.

Cost: $39 for 7-week session Contact: Dan Preuss, 456-3484

TEAM ALCAN Summer Sports Camp

Sponsor: Alcan Sports Ages: 8-13 Dates and times: May 17 to Aug. 13; 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Location: To be announced Description: The camp goal is to offer a summer-long program of quality instruction and opportunity for athletic development and developing good nutritional and training habits while providing a full season of activity, cross-training and skill development.

Cost: $200 per week; discounted rates for monthly, half summer or full summer.

Web site: www.alcansports. com Contact: Tyler Hollister, 455-4203, info@alcansports. com

Volleyball Beginner Skills Camp

Sponsor: Alaska Volleyball Camps Ages: Girls and boys with one year or less of organized volleyball

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training, usually grades 6-8.

Dates and times: July 5-7; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Patty Center Description: The three-day camp will introduce a solid foundation of the fundamental skills of the game. Lots of drills and games to develop individual skill, proficiency and confidence, which lead to success in the team game.

Cost: $175 if registered before May 15; $200 after May 15.

Web site: alaskavolleyball camps.com Contact: Amy Phelps, 474-1996, ajphelps@alaska.edu, or Phil Shoemaker, 474-6809, phil.shoemaker@alaska.edu

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Patty Center Description: An exciting, fast paced, four-day camp for girls and boys focusing on the FUNdamental skills required for volleyball success. Lots of drills, games, contests and prizes in a fun, cooperative and success oriented atmosphere.

Cost: $195 before May 15; $220 after Web site: alaskavolleyball camps.com Contact: Amy Phelps, 474-1996, ajphelps@alaska.edu, or Phil Shoemaker, 474-6809, phil.shoemaker@alaska.edu

Volleyball Intermediate Skills Camp

Sponsor: Alaska Volleyball Camp Ages: Girls and boys, grades 9-12, ready to compete at high school varsity and junior varsity levels.

Dates and times: July 19-22; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: University of Alaska

Sponsor: Alaska Volleyball Camp Ages: Girls and boys, grades 8-10 with at least one year of organized volleyball training.

Dates and times: July 13-16,

Volleyball Advanced Skills Camp

Fairbanks Patty Center Description: A challenging four-day, volleyball training for experienced players.

The development of solid technical and tactical skills will be emphasized. Games, contests and prizes in a fun, competitive atmosphere.

Cost: $195 if registered before May 15; $220 after May 15.

Web site: alaskavolleyball camps.com Contact: Amy Phelps, 474-1996, ajphelps@alaska.edu, or Phil Shoemaker, 474-6809, phil.shoemaker@alaska.edu

Tennis camps Camp NETS

Sponsor: Fairbanks Tennis Association Ages: Grades 3-5 Dates and times: May 24-28, 8 a.m. to noon.

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Location: Dan Ramras Community Tennis Courts, behind Mary Siah Center Description: This half-day, week long camp includes tennis lessons with coaches combined with education segments on nutrition, reading and Arthur Ashe study. Limited enrollment.

Registration April 24 and May 8.

Cost: $225 Web site: www.fairbanksten nis.org Contact: Marie Schmidt, 455-4301, info@fairbankstennis.org

Camp starts May 24th!

Tennis Camps One to Four

Open Enrollment for current and new families

Sponsor: Fairbanks Tennis Association Ages: Grades K-12 Dates and times: Camp one: May 24-28; camp two: June 1-5; camp three: June 28 to July 2; camp four: July 26-30.

This summer’s themes are: Pirates – Ahoy Mateys!

The Wild Outdoors The Pacific Rim America The Beautiful Africa Gold Rush Ecology/Harvesting American Southwest Dinosaurs Hollywood and Fantasy

Kids Three-Week Session Camps

Sponsor: Fairbanks Tennis Association Ages: Grades K-12 Dates and times: Session

Sponsor: Fairbanks Tennis Association Ages: Grades K-12 Dates and times: June 725, Monday, Wednesday, Friday Location: North Pole High School Description: Tennis camp features twice per week lessons for all skills and ages and Fridays matches. Participants have fun and play with experienced coaches. Campers and lesson times are grouped as follows for Monday and Tuesday: grades K2, 9-10 a.m.; grades 3-5, 1011 a.m.; grades 6-8, noon to 1 p.m.; grades 9-12, 11 a.m. to noon. Friday matches: grades 3-5, 10-11 a.m.; 6-8, 10 a.m. to noon; 9-12, noon to 1 p.m.

Cost: $45 per week; scholarships available Web site: www.fairbanksten nis.org Contact: Marie Schmidt, 455-4301, info@fairbanksten nis.org

Divided into age appropriate groups, campers will learn and improve in recreational activities consisting of: badminton, basketball, broomball, flag football, floor hockey, frisbee, lacrosse, parachute games, racquetball, riflery, soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball, wall climbing and LOADS more!

Camp is from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Before care starts at 7:30 a.m.; After care ends at 5:15 p.m.

To enroll, we will need a complete application packet for each child, registration fee, current shot record and first week’s tuition.

Monday-Friday Week 1 July 5-July 9 Week 2 July 12-July 16 Week 3 July 19-July 23 Week 4 July 26-July 30 Week 5 August 2-August 6 Week 6 August 9-August 13

Call 479-0900 ext 23 or 479-5437 to enroll or email kburke@pnlcdc.com Applications are available on-line at playnlearn.org

Play N Learn

Before Care: $20 week 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Morning Session: $100 week 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Afternoon Session: $100 week 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

All day: $200 week 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

After Care: $20 week 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Daily Drop In: $5 Before & After Care $25 Day - AM or PM Sessions $50 Day - ALL Day

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one: June 7-25; session two: July 6-23. Grades K-2, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday; grades 3-8, Monday, Wednesday, Friday; grades 9-12, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Location: Dan Ramras Community Tennis Courts, behind Mary Siah Center Description: Each tennis session is three weeks long with classes for all skills and ages. Kids play three times per week, and there is a match play on Friday. For specific times, please confirm at registration on April 24 and May 8.

Cost: $45 per week; scholarships available Web site: www.fairbanksten nis.org Contact: Marie Schmidt, 455-4301, info@fairbanksten nis.org

North Pole Kids Tennis Session

for children ages 5-17

Weekly tuition rate of $180 includes: lunch, afternoon snack, materials, field trips and before and after care.

Helping Children and Families Thrive Since 1974 Pearl Creek Families: Get signed up for fall!

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Registration April 24 and May 8.

Location: Dan Ramras Community Tennis Courts, behind Mary Siah Center Description: Weeklong tennis camps feature daily lessons for all skills and ages. Participants have fun and play with experienced coaches. Campers and lesson times are grouped as follows: grades K-2, 10-11 a.m.; grades 3-5, 8 a.m. to noon; grades 6-8, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; grades 9-12, 2:30-4:30 p.m.

Cost: K-2 — $20 per week; all others $45 per week; scholarships available Web site: www.fairbanksten nis.org Contact: Marie Schmidt, 455-4301, info@fairbankstennis.org

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Description: Students learn the basics of DC and AC circuits, magnetism, meter usage and troubleshooting.

Cost: $270 (includes materials) Web site: www.industrial artsclasses.com Contact: James Baird, 455-7630, jlbaird@mosquito net.com

Basic Home Repair

Sponsor: Industrial Arts Learning Labs Ages: 10 and older Dates and times: June 2125, July 26-30; 9 a.m. to noon or 1-4 p.m.

Location: 3410 Van Horn Road Description: Students learn the basics of household maintenance and repair.

Cost: $270 (includes materials) Web site: www.industrial artsclasses.com Contact: James Baird, 455-7630, jlbaird@mosquito net.com

Bone-builder’s Backpacks

Sponsor: Joel’s Place Ages: 6-18 years old. Must have been in grades K-11 for 09-10 school year and received free or reduced cost lunch.

Dates and times: Pick up on Wednesdays, noon to 1 p.m.

Location: Christ is the Answer, 402 16th Ave., or Joel’s Place, 1890 Marika Road.

Description: Kid-friendly snack food for students out of school for the summer. Picked up weekly. Limited to first 150 qualified children. Applications available at the Fairbanks Community Food Bank and Joel’s Place on May 1.

Cost: Free Web site: www.joelsplace.org Contact: Linda Setterberg, 452-2621, linda.joelsplace@ gmail.com

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Sponsor: Boys & Girls Club Ages: 7-18 Dates and times: May 24 to Aug. 6, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location: 800 Cushman St., behind City Hall in Old Main building Description: The club will be offering a number of activities for kids 7-18 years old.

Field trips will happen every day including trips to Pioneer Park, swimming, bowling, UAF Museum/Botanical Gardens and movies.

Art projects, gym games, video game time, teen projects, movie time and more projects will happen at the club daily.

Lunch and snack will be served every day for free.

The 8 a.m. to noon time is considered “early bird” and will cost $50 per week per child.

The noon to 6 p.m. program is considered regular hours and is included in the cost of a membership ($40).

Cost: $40 per child pays for summer and fall semester membership Web site: www.bgcalaska.org Contact: Heather Zrucky or Jon Inglis, 457-5223, hzrucky@ bgcalaska.org

Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival

Sponsor: Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival Ages: dance — 10 and older; ice skating — any age Dates and times: dance

—July 18-31; ice skating — July 18-24 Location: dance — Artisan’s Courtyard; ice skating — UAF Patty Ice Arena Description: Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival offers core dance classes for ages 10 and older in ballet, tap, modern, jazz and workshops in swing, Highland, Middle-Eastern, yoga and balance. There are ice skating opportunities for children at any age and level. Check out FSAF catalog or online (www.fsaf.org) for further information.

Cost: dance — $110-$525; ice skating — $65-280 Web site: www.fsaf.org Contact: ice skating — Angel Lee, 490-3196, gleealee@gci.net; dance — Sheri Merdes, 388-3741, deneki@alaska.net; FSAF, 474-8869, festival@alaska.net

Girls Softball & T-Ball

Sponsor: Interior Girls Softball Association Ages: 4-18 Dates and times: May 24 to Aug. 13; games start at 6 p.m.

Location: South Davis Park Description: Participants will learn softball fundamentals and play girls softball. Try-outs will be May 1 and 2 from 1-3 p.m. at Lathrop High School.

Cost: $40-$80 depending on age group.

Web site: www.interiorgirls softball.org Contact: Wendy Hutchins, 388-7019

Joel’s Place Summer Food Service

Sponsor: Joel’s Place Ages: 18 and under (target age for activities 10-16; under 10 must be accompanied by an adult) Dates and times: May 17 to Aug. 13, Monday through Friday, noon to 6 p.m.

Location: 1890 Marika Road Description: Joel’s Place will be serving breakfast at noon and lunch from 4-6 p.m. all summer. From 12:30-4 p.m. daily, there will be a variety of activities including: skateboarding, gardening, field trips, community service opportunities, arts and crafts, dancing and video production.

Cost: Free meals; some daily activity fees may apply, $10 or less per day.

Web site: www.joelsplace. org Contact: Emma Milam, program director, 452-2621, milamemma@gmail.com

Make A Splash @ Your Library

Sponsor: Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Libraries Ages: 2-18 Dates and times: June 1 to July 24 — Sign up any time beginning May 24 Location: Noel Wien Library, 1215 Cowles St.; North Pole Branch Library, 601 Snowman Lane; FNSB Van Outreach Services, Fort Wainwright Post Library and Eielson Air Force

Base Library Description: Make a Splash @ Your Library is a free reading incentive program for preschoolers through young adults. Kids can sign up to win prizes by reading books and enjoy eight weeks of special programs, library activities, weekly incentives and prize drawings at their local library.

Cost: Free Web site: library.fnsb.lib.ak. us/ Contact: Susan Jones, Youth Services Dept., 459-1052, Berry.Room@taos.fnsb.lib.ak.us

Tiny Tots Ballet

Sponsor: Tiny Tots Ballet Ages: 4-14 Dates and times: Thursdays, May 20 to June 24, 10-11 a.m.

Location: Artisan’s Courtyard Description: Introduce your child to the wonderful world of dance. The goal is to introduce children to ballet in a fun, relaxed and non-competitive atmosphere. Creative and fun activities are designed to build grace, coordination and confidence.

Cost: $12 drop-in fee or $75 for seven weeks.

Contact: Gretchen Nolan, 460-6610

TOTE Family Fun Fest

Sponsor: University of Alaska Museum of the North Ages: All ages, best for ages 3-12

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2010 Summer Adventure Program “Livin’ the Good Life!”

Youth leading happier and healthier lives June 1st – July 30th Monday – Friday • Experienced Program Staff Specializing in School Age Child Care and Youth Development • 1:10 Staff to Child Ratio • Serving Children Who Have Completed K – 6th Grade

Located at University Park

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Dates and times: June 13, noon to 4 p.m.

Location: University of Alaska Museum of the North Description: Enjoy handson activities for kids of all ages, including dissecting owl pellets, making Aleut visors, building plant presses and running a salmon migration obstacle course.

Cost: $3 per child

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Web site: www.uaf.edu/museum Contact: Museum of the North, 474-7505, museum@uaf. edu

Location: 3410 Van Horn Road Description: Students design and build projects using a variety of hand tools.

Cost: $270 (includes materials) Web site: industrialartsclass es.com Contact: James Baird, 455-7630, jlbaird@mosquitonet. com

Woodworking for Kids

Sponsor: Industrial Arts Learning Labs Ages: 10 and older Dates and times: May 24-28, July 5-9; 9 a.m. to noon or 1-4 p.m.

Interior Alaska Green Star www.iagreenstar.org

Interior Green Star is a non-profit organization that encourages businesses to practice waste reduction, energy conservation, pollution prevention and electronic recycling in Fairbanks.

Young Inventors Workshop

Sponsor: Industrial Arts Learning Labs Ages: 10 and older Dates and times: June 7-11, July 19-23; 9 a.m. to noon or 1-4 p.m.

Location: 3410 Van Horn Road Description: Students learn to work with wood, metals and plastics while designing and building projects.

Cost: $270 (includes materials) Web site: industrialartsclass es.com Contact: James Baird, 4557630, jlbaird@mosquitonet.com

Youngun’s Yoga for Babies/Parents & Tots

Good for the environment is good for Business

Sponsor: Infinite Yoga of Alaska Ages: Children six weeks to 5

For more information contact us at: info@iagreenstar.org or visit us at www.iagreenstar.org; or phone 452-4152

with their caregivers Dates and times: Wednesdays: babies, ages 6 weeks to one year, June 2 to July 21, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; Mondays: parents and tots, ages 2-5, June 7 to July 26, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Location: Infinite Yoga located in the Artisan’s Courtyard on College Road Description: The babies class is a gentle yoga class for parents/ caregivers to focus on their own well-being while attending to the needs of their babies and connecting with other parents. Parents and tots class participants will learn simple yoga poses. Each week, different themes will be explored while learning poses, playing games and telling stories.

Cost: eight-week sessions: babies — $95; parents and tots — $95 Contact: Infinite Yoga, 4589642, gretchen@infiin8yoga.com Give. Advocate.Volunteer.

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2010 Public Library Summer Reading Fun

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Free weekly entertaining programs!

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For Children 2 years old to 6th Grade

FREE! FUN!

2010 Young Adult Summer Reading Fun

Prize drawings!

Read or listen to books of your choice each week and earn a weekly incentive.

Sign-up week begins Monday, May 24. Sign-up is ongoing through July 23.

Check with the Ft. Wainwright Post Library • 353-2642 and the Eielson Air Force Base Library • 377-3174 for current information about their summer reading programs.

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Sign-up week begins Monday, May 24.

Sign-up is ongoing through July 23.

Noel Wien Public Library • 459-1052 North Pole Branch Library • 488-6101 FNSB Bookmobile • 459-1031 Check with the Ft. Wainwright Post Library • 353-2642 and the Eielson Air Force Base Library • 377-3174 For current information about their summer reading programs.

This free program is sponsored by the Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Library, with generous support from local businesses and Flint Hills Resources.

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This free program is sponsored by the Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Library, with generous support from local businesses and Flint Hills Resources.

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Noel Wien Public Library • 459-1052 North Pole Branch Library • 488-6101 FNSB Bookmobile • 459-1031

• Weekly drawings for cool prizes, including gift certificates, books and food.

• Programs at selected libraries.

• Mystery Night program in the fall for all teens.