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SAN ANSELMO SUMMER FUN! A variety of AM, PM and All-Day Camps offered over a ten-week period starting June 10th for children ranging in age from 3-15 years old • Camp Kinder-Kool (kindergarten readiness) • Camp KidMarin ‘Mini’ & ‘Mighty’ Camps SPECIALITY SPORT AND ART CAMPS: • Gymnastics Mini-Day Camps • Memorial Park Tennis Camps • Canon Tennis Camps • Dave Fromer’s Marin Soccer Camps • Luis Quezada’s USA Soccer Camps • Mike Wills Baseball Camps • Karate Camps • Lacross Camps • Skateboard Camps SKYHAWKS CAMPS: • Flag Football, Multi-Sport & Mini-Hawks • Animate Anything • Art Exploration • Art of Yogo • Ceramics in the Making • Comic Book Creators

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THE CASE FOR CAMP — WHY KIDS NEED IT NOW MORE THAN EVER B Y

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hange is a part of life. It is often directly related to survival and can enrich one’s life in ways unexpected. Developmental years, especially childhood and young adulthood, are in essence a time of profound change and growth. It is exciting and disquieting at the same time. When it comes to our children and youth, we need to be sure that change is made for the better.

We’ve been so concentrated on the brain, we forget about the rest of our bodies. This change in focus has led to an obesity rate that is unacceptable. Our kids are not as healthy as the generation before. Families used to live in a community. Many of us have lost that, keeping kids inside and losing a sense of neighborhood.

Add to that the fact that our kids stand to inherit all the economic, social and environmental challenges we’ve created, and the legacy we’re leaving our children and youth begins to look bleak.

So, how do we prepare tomorrow’s adults with thee skills, and more important,t, the competencies they will need to tackle changes in our world?

We could start with a positive camp experience. A quality camp experience provides our children and youth with the opportunity tunity to learn powerful lessons in community, character building, lding, althy skill development and healthy living—a meaningful, engaged gaged and t. participatory environment.

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stretching their social, emotional, physical and cognitive muscles outside the context of their immediate family.

Camp teaches critical thinking. We need to remember how important it is to be actively involved in the learning process, and camp affords that. We’re going to need really strong problem solvers in the next century.

We need the science, math and biology, but without the ability to relate, connect, empathize or inspire innovation, how will our children and youth be able to make a difference in the challenges now facing us?

The camp experience embraces the natural environment. While kids today have fewer and fewer opportunities to be outdoors, the camp experience advances the outdoor learning environment. As we become more concerned about saving the planet, we run out and make DVDs and videos about it. But the environment needs to be experienced to be pp appreciated.

Ki need to catch tadpoles in the creek, Kids wan among the trees and feel the sun on wander thei faces to understand the importance of their thos things. What happens to a generation those that may grow up not seeing stars in the dar of the night? dark C Camp creates future leaders. The camp exper experience offers kids a close-up look at com compassionate leadership through the cam director, counselors and other camp cam personnel. And kids get loads of camp opp opportunities to practice being a leader the themselves—song leader, lunch table leader, team captain, the list goes on and on.

Camp is an equal opportunity life chan changer. It addresses universal needs not spe specific to a particular racial, ethnic or soc socioeconomic group. Nobody is left out.

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Adventure Camp, Ages 8-15: Trips to Six Flags, Great America, Raging Waters, Waterworld, Overnights, Safari West, & Driven Raceway are just a few of the incredible adventures we’ll go on daily. M-F 9-3 or 5

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try new things. They leave understanding that it’s OK to feel a little uncomfortable sometimes, because that’s generally what happens when you’re getting ready to learn something. The camp experience translates back in real-world experience—in an “I can” attitude. We need to advocate for our young people. We should promote opportunities for kids— give them camp experiences that serve as an antidote for the world’s challenges. We need to recognize this is not a series of frivolous activities. We often think if it looks like fun it must be unimportant, but “fun” is a young person’s “work”—to learn, to grow, to be productive, creative and happy. If they don’t do that work, they won’t turn into healthy adults. Now more than ever, kids need camp.

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Which of course means that summer camps were way too awesome to last in that form forever.

According to the American Camp Association, there are more than 12,000 camps operating in the U.S. now — and yet how many tout their ability to develop character through food-based property destruction, or advertise themselves as places where 15-year-old girls place bets on who will lose their virginity first?

In the old days, summer camps had their share of scheduled activities, but even with all the horsebackriding, archery lessons, and scavenger hunts, their main draw was the Thoreauvian idleness they imposed on their charges. Out in the deep woods, with no shopping malls, no TVs, and no video arcades, there was nothing to do except

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for ages 8-12 years for ages 13-18 years (entering 3rd thru 8th grade) (entering 8th grade thru High School) Casting: Singing: Fri, June 14 10am-2pm Casting: Singing: Fri, June 14 2:30-6:30pm Readings: Sat, June 15 10am-2pm Readings: Sat, June 15 12:30-6:30pm Rehearsals & Classes: June 17-July 20 Rehearsals & Classes June 17-July 28 Monday thru Friday: 10am-1pm Monday thru Friday: 1:30-5:30pm Performances July 17, 18, 19 & 20, 2013 Performances: July 25, 26, 27 & 28, 2013 Redwood High School Little Theatre Redwood High School Little Theatre Camp Fee for Both Productions: $590

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ponder man’s true nature, the meaning of life, one’s place in the universe.

Now, however, idleness and introspection have as little cachet at summer camp as they do everywhere else in contemporary society. Instead, productivity and highly specialized expertise are the goal of today’s camps. At the Digital Media Academy, for example, teen campers study “the most relevant software used in Hollywood and the entertainment industry, video game design, and web design while gaining hands-on experience under the eye of highly-accomplished professionals.” Others promise to launch 12-year-olds on the fast track to Harvard, Broadway, and the NBA via intensive, nurturing tutelage.

But don’t worry too much about the long-term impact of that cultural shift. The traditional summer camp experience — with all its contemplative downtime, all its heterogenous drama — is still available to those who want it.

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experience to sharpen a special skill or develop new ones. Even traditional camps are offering year-round camp experiences, as well as any number of specialty programs. This exciting diversification is an example of how the camp community is meeting the needs of today’s families.

WHAT ACTIVITIES ARE POPULAR? The most popular activities at camps today are swimming, arts/crafts, challenge/ropes course, archery, and aquatic activities. In addition, ACA research shows 52 percent of day camps and 50 percent of resident camps offered one or more academic/science and technology programs. More than four in five ACA-accredited residential camps offer at least one environmental education program for campers.

Whatever the activity, camp gets kids moving! While at camp, campers are typically active three to five hours per day. This exceeds the recommended daily amount of physical activity from the CDC (one hour per day).

WITH SO MANY OPTIONS, HOW DO I FIND THE RIGHT CAMP? There is a camp for every child, every interest and

every budget, whether it’ss a traditional, day, specialty,, family, or even trip or travel camp. Visit CampParents.org to check out the expert advice, packing tips and more.

ABOUT ACA The American Camp Association® ociation® (ACA) works to preserve, promote, and enhance the camp experience for children and adults. ACAAccredited® camp programs ensure that children are provided with a diversity of educational and developmentally challenging learning opportunities.

There are over 2,400 ACA-accredited camps that meet up to 300 health and safety standards. For more information, visit www.CampParents.org.

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557 McReynolds Rd., Sausalito, CA 94965 339-3900 • BayKidsMuseum.org From shipwrecks to super heroes, messy art to fort building, campers ages 3 to 8 get creative in a stunning location under the Golden Gate Bridge, with expert facilitation from our professional and caring Museum educators. Over a dozen weekly themes offer fun for all, indoors and outdoors, June 3 to August 23.

MARILYN IZDEBSKI THEATRE CAMPS 15 Cottage Ave., San Anselmo, CA 94960 453-0199 • marilynizdebskiproductions.com Marilyn Izdebski Productions in association with the Redwood High School Community Education Program will produce ONCE UPON A MATTRESS and EVITA as their 2013 Summer Musical-Theatre Camp Productions for young people ages 8-18 years.

All rehearsals and performances will be held a the Redwood High School Little Theatre. The Camp includes rehearsal hours, production work and two dance classes each week for all participants. The workshop fee is $590. This is the twenty-ninth year Marilyn Izdebski has directed and produced this successful program. Judy Wiesen will be the Musical Director for both shows.

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OSHER MARIN JCC: CAMP KEHILLAH 200 North San Pedro Rd., San Rafael, CA 94903 444-8055 • marinjcc.org/camp Camps available for Pre-K through 10th Grade! Buy four weeks and get one more FREE! Buy 7 weeks and get two more FREE! two-week camps include field trips, overnights, swimming, sports, music, nature, dress-up days, PJ parties, astro jumps, and beach days! One-week Specialty camps include Lego Jedi Master Engineering, Investors Academy, Filmmaking, Animation, Sports Olympics and more! Oneweek Adventure Travel camps to Tahoe, Santa Cruz, and Whitewater Rafting on the Sacramento River!

Make this a summer to remember!

For more information about these camps, see our online directory of camps at PacificSun.com/camp_connections To advertise in a weekly directory, contact (415) 486-6700

PRACTICAL MARTIAL ARTS: NINJA CAMP 5768 Paradise Dr., #F, Corte Madera, CA 94925 927-0899 • practicalmartialarts.net Freestyle + Friends + Fitness = Fun. Summer Ninja Camps at Practical Martial Arts – Marin Karate Kids are like a cross-training fitness camp for kids. Ninjas train in Freestyle Martial Arts learning boxing, kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and self-defense as well as plenty of age-appropriate fitness regimes. Rest time includes games in the park and copious amounts of Legos. New and continuing students welcome!

7 Thomas Dr., Mill Valley, CA 94941 383-5777 • rams@rossacademymontessori.com rossacademymontessorischool.com The Ross Academy Montessori School Summer Mini Camp is a continuing Montessori Environment with regular staff the entire summer and lots of outdoor functioning, “guest appearances” and “special events.”

Ages: Toddler Program 2-3 years. Primary Program 3-6 years. June 17-August 9. Full Day 9am-2:30pm, Half Day 9am-noon, extended day care available 7am-6:15pm.

Four-, six- and eight-week programs available. Threeday programs (toddlers only), individual weeks OK.

ROSS RECREATION NEW LOCATION—Ross School 9 Lagunitas Rd., Ross, CA 94957 453-6020 • rossrecreation.org Ross Recreation has provided a variety of camps for ages 3 to 15 for 28 fun-filled years. with experienced, enthusiastic counselors and teachers, your child will have the best summer experience ever! Everything from Academic Camps to Sports Camps to Adventure Camps that go on awesome outings everyday (Ages 7-14). Camps for Pre-School, entering Kindergarten and grades 1-3 round out the fun.

SAN ANSELMO PARKS & RECREATION 1000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo CA 94960 258-4640 • sananselmorecreation.org With over 25 different camps to choose from, your kids will enjoy a summer of fun in San Anselmo. Everything from sports, arts, dance to creativity that focuses on ageappropriate projects and games, unique weekly activities and spending plenty of time in the great outdoors.

San Anselmo Recreation has something for every child and teen (ages 3-15). Our camps are small to maximize the amount of personal attention each camper receives —so camps fill up fast! Make sure to register before May so that your child is guaranteed a spot!

SAN ANSELMO PRE-SCHOOL 121 Ross Ave., San Anselmo CA 94960 453-3181 • sananselmopreschool.org Super Summer Adventure Camp in San Anselmo is gearing up for another fun filled summer of field trips, swim lessons, art, science gymnastic activities and lots more. Our camp is small and known for its warm, friendly yet exciting environment. Our experienced and adventurous staff will once again put on a summer that your child will not soon forget!

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are fully equipped and airROSS ACADEMY MONTESSORI G U I D E TO 2013 S U M M E RSchool C A M Pour S F headquarters OR KIDS conditioned. Swim lessons take place at Drake High SCHOOL MINI CAMP 2013 School Pool. Our staff is experienced in Early Childhood Education and most work year-round. They are CPR and First-Aid certified. Join us for the fun!

SAN DOMENICO 258-1944 • sandomenico.org The best summers start at San Domenico! SportsKids, Lego Free Play, Craftsman Kids, Secret Garden, Basketball, Swimming, Boat Building and more! Since 1995 our 500-acre campus in Marin County of rolling hills, organic garden, outdoor kitchen/classroom, hiking trails and state of the art sports and arts facitities have been making San Domenico an ideal place to spend summer days.

STRAWBERRY RECREATION DISTRICT (SRD): CAMP STRAWBERRY 118 E. Strawberry Dr., Mill Valley, CA 94941 383-6494 • strawberry.marin.org Ready, Set, Go Camp Strawberry! Go swimming, Go tennis, Go cooking, Go yoga, Go arts & crafts, Go nature, Go science and Go adventure! Camp Strawberry integrates these exciting activities at one site. Camp registration fee includes professional athletic instruction in swimming, tennis and soccer, t-shirt, hot lunch (3 days), guest entertainers, special events, walking field trips, spirit dress-up days, craft projects and so much more. Led by an experienced, passionate, fun, and enthusiastic iastic staff. Camp Strawberry provides des opportunity for campers to o develop lifelong skills.

WALKER CREEK: CAMP SOULAJULE 1700 Marshall Rd., Petaluma, CA 94952 491-6602 WalkerCreekRanch.org Marin County Office of Education is proud to present nt the new Discovery Day Camp at Walker Creek Ranch! This weekly camp will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and provide lifechanging programs for 7-13 year olds. Exciting adventure and art based activities will lead to days filled with fun. Staffed by professional educators, the Discovery Day Camp will provide a safe environment for campers to learn, play and discover the magic that is Walker Creek Ranch.

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Discovery Day Camp at Walker Creek Ranch A program of the Marin County Office of Education, Mary Jane Burke, Marin County Superintendent of Schools.

After over 40 years of serving children in the Marin County Outdoor School, and developing a deep understanding of the incredible transformation that can occur when kids learn and grow in a new and caring environment, away from the familiar surroundings of home and family, Walker Creek Ranch is very excited to offer the Discovery Day Camp program. Located in the heart of West Marin, the Ranch is blessed with 1,741 acres of rolling grassy hills, bay forests, and a four acre swimming pond.

Our supportive staff helps each child have the best possible experience by acknowledging that each camper is an individual with his or her own strengths and challenges. Campers are encouraged to challenge themselves by experiencing new adventures; all within a program designed to best utilize the natural surroundings and facilities at Walker Creek Ranch. Memories are made and friendships are formed while campers hike, swim, boat, explore and play at the Discovery Day Camp at Walker Creek Ranch.

We offer a wide variety of fun and exciting adventure and art-based activities. All campers will have an opportunity to swim in the pond, canoe, try their hand at archery, and complete a variety of arts and crafts projects. In addition each camper will choose from additional activities which may include mask making, a hike to Grandmother Oak, earth art, creek exploration, the challenge course, farm animal fun and organic gardening. We limit the number of participants in each activity period to ensure safety and adequate supervision. vision.

The Heart of Summer Camp Our Camp Staff is the heart of our program, and is composed of a dedicated group of professional educators. Each is truly gifted in thee ability to connect with kids, to have fun, and to make the most of thee camp experience. Each also brings their specific talents in music, theater,r, science, arts and crafts, ceramics, archery, canoeing, life guarding, etc. c.

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Camper Information: Discovery Day Camp 2013 Please check the session that you want your child to attend: #1 June 29-28, 2013 (ages 7-13) (5 days) #2 July 1-3, 2013 (ages 7-13) (3 days) #3 July 15-16, 2013 (ages 7-13) (4 days) $389 Session 1 (5 Days) $239 Session 2 (3 Days) $319 Session 3 (4 Days) Early Registration Fee (before April 15th) is $369 for Session 1 $229 for Session 2 and $309 for session 3

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