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Veterans Memorial Park

14300 Veterans Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22191 (703) 792-8794

LITTLE ACORNS CAMP Ages 3-5

Veterans Park Little Acorns Camp will provide an entertaining, safe, and enjoyable environment for your child. Weekly themes will excite your child as we explore nature and learn about the incredible world around us. This camp will feature age-appropriate activities, trail hikes, creative games and crafts to encourage their imagination and development skills! Campers will spend time outdoors and will be able to cool off inside our air-conditioned activity center.

Jun 20-23

9:30a-12:30p Who Lives In Our Park

Come explore with us and learn all the things that call Veterans Park home. We will spend the week searching high and low to learn about everything that lives in our park!

Jun 26-30

9:30a-12:30p Dig Into The Past

Jul 3-7

Jul 10-14 9:30a-12:30p

Lets spend the week learning about Dinosaurs! Let us explore our park for T-Rex footprints, find some fossils of his friends, and make crafts of his flying cousins.

Art Attack Dive into a week-long, hands-on world of art. Campers will explore different mediums of art, while taking our inspiration from around Veterans Park.

Animal Kingdom

Calling all animal lovers! Campers will be visiting the arctic or desert and learn how many different animals learn to strive and survive. It’s going to be a roaring good time!

Campers will explore, investigate, and interact with Vets world of creepy crawlers, by participating in a variety of hands-on activities. Campers will discover the wonder of insects!

Life Let us explore and learn about what swims, grows, and plays in Marumsco Creek. We will explore our other streams and ponds in the park as well!

Our Campers will explore different types of authors on some of the most beloved children’s books. We will read books, make crafts, and have the snacks, that will reconnect them with their favorite authors.

Get ready for a big week down on the farm! We will learn what it takes to be a farmer as we learn all the things that happen on a farm. Our campers will learn how to tend to crops and much more!

This week children will explore their favorite community heroes and learn more about the job they do everyday. From Park Rangers to Police Officers to Firefighters to Doctors, children will make crafts, play dress up and meet a few local heroes.

CYBERTECK ACADEMY CODING AND DESIGN GAMES WITH SCRATCH Ages 6-9

Software: Scratch 2.0 Skill Level: Beginner - Intermediate

Introduce your child to the wonderful world of programming! In this class, students will learn basic programming concepts using a simple drag-and-drop interface within the software Scratch, a project developed by the MIT Media Lab. Students will use their imaginations and implement creative thinking, while at the same time learning how to create and program simple games. Use pre made art assets or create your own, and learn how to program them, to walk, talk, and interact with objects. Learn logic and visual programming in order to create simple, 2D Video Game in Scratch 2.

Jul 3-7 / 9a-12p M,W-F

$224207199 V04

CYBERTECK ACADEMY CODING AND DESIGN GAMES WITH SCRATCH Ages 10-14

In this camp students will learn basic programming and logic flow and learn how to apply those concepts to create games. Using Scratch, a scripting language developed by MIT to give kids an easy entry into coding, students will go through the iterative process of creating a program or game from idea to completion. All campers will have the opportunity tol have several completed 2D games they will be able to play and show off on most computers and will have mastered the skills they need to continue making games using scratch at home.

Jul 3-7 / 1p-4p M,W-F $224 207199 V05

CYBERTECK ACADEMY ROBLOX, IMAGINATIVE GAME

DESIGN Ages 10-14

Software: Roblox Studio Skill Level: Intermediate

In this course, students will advance their coding, design, and game development skills, tinkering with Roblox Studio and the Lua programming language it employs. “Roblox, Imaginative Game Design” provides students between the ages of 10 -14 with fundamental coding concepts and techniques that will allow them to eventually move on to AP Computer Science. This camp is a perfect opportunity for those looking to advance their careers as computer engineers, game developers, and tech-savvy entrepreneurs. Do not miss your chance to code alongside a group of aspiring computer scientists.

Jun 26-30 / 1p-4p

M-F $279207199 V02

VETERANS PARK OUTDOOR SUMMER CAMP Ages 6-14

Veterans Park Outdoor Summer Camp will provide an entertaining, safe, and enjoyable environment for your child. Our well trained, creative, and enthusiastic camp staff coupled with our incredible location, Veterans Memorial Park will provide the opportunity for a wide variety of outdoor activities. In addition to our traditional outdoor activities, each camp week has activities related to a weekly theme. These weekly themed activities provide opportunities for campers to learn and experience the magic, adventures, swimming, animals, and much more! Campers will spend most of their time outdoors; however, indoor activities are planned for inclement weather days. In addition, field trips are included. Join us for a week or all summer long! Before and after care is available for an additional fee. Before care is 7:00am-9:00am ($30). After care is 5:00pm-6:00pm ($30).

Jun 20-23 9a-5p Outdoor Survival Camp

Join us we put our survival skills to the test. Campers will work learn and work together to prove they have what it takes to survive in the great outdoors!

Jun 26-30

9a-5p Animal Kingdom

Jul 3-7 9a-5p

Jul 10-14 9a-5p

Be on the lookout for the many local wild animals of Woodbridge! Campers will not only learn and explore local animals, but animals from all over the world!

Tinkering with Technology Technology is everywhere – inside, outside, on the water, and in the air! Join us as we dive into the world of technology from both past and present, as well as what the future might hold!

Fun in the Sun Did you say you need a vacation? The best way to enjoy summer is to have fun in the sun! Prepare to get wet this, campers will experience sun and water filled activities!

Jul 17-21 9a-5p Exploration: Space & Science

Jul 24-28 9a-5p

Join us for this camp that is geared toward learning about space exploration, teamwork, problem solving skills and hands on science projects. Campers will learn flight dynamics, aviation principles, design and engineering.

Tough Camper Are you the toughest camper around? Join us to put your strength and skills to the test! Campers will have to be both smart and tough to compete in fun activities to shine as the toughest camper!

Jul 31-Aug 4 9a-5p Career Week: A Travel in Time

Do you have a future career in mind? This camp we will explore what career opportunities you might be interested in! Campers will learn all of the ins and outs from past and present influential people in the field!

9a-5p Adventure into the Forest

Aug 7-11

We are turning camp up a notch! Campers will discover a deeper connection with nature through exploration and activities! Gear up and get ready for your adventure of the summer!

Aug 14-18

9a-5p Vets Got Talent

What’s your talent? Come perform your coolest talents at this year’s Vet’s Talent Show! We will spend the week working and learning about how to put on a great show for the rest of camp!

*NEW TEEN ADVENTURE QUEST Ages 12-15

This exploration and travel camp will get your teens engaged this summer with daily activities, excursions, and entertainment. Teens are dropped off at Veterans Memorial Park Community Center. In addition to our traditional outdoor activities, each camp week has activities related to a weekly theme. These weekly themed activities provide opportunities for campers to learn and experience the real camp feel, lots of fun, and much more! Campers will spend most of their time outdoors; however, indoor activities are planned for inclement weather days. In addition, field trips are included. Before and after care is available for an additional fee. Before care is 7:00am9:00am ($30). After care is 5:00pm-6:00pm ($30).

Jun 20-23

9a-5p

Jul 31-Aug 4

9a-5p

Do you have the skills to be the best at game show mania? Join us this week filled with game show activities with a twist! Campers will get the chance to be contestants and compete on a variety of camp game shows!

Do you have a knack for seeking treasure? Join us this week for a scavenger hunt like you’ve never seen before! Campers will have to work together to gather the clues and solve the mystery to find the treasure!

CYBERTECK ACADEMY ROBLOX,

Imaginative

GAME DESIGN Ages 6-9

Software: Roblox Studio Skill Level: Beginner

In this camp, learn how to use coding fundamentals to strategically engineer an immersive, imaginative cosmos for one of the fastest-growing gaming platforms in the world. “Roblox, Imaginative Game Design” provides students with hands-on experiences in innovation and the underlying mechanics of 3D gaming. This camp is a perfect opportunity for those looking to advance their skills in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM). Do not miss your chance to publish, share, and play games with your friends.

Jun 26-30 / 9a-12p M-F $279207199 V03

BEGINNER ARCHERY Ages 8-15

Learn the safe and effective way to handle and shoot recurve and compound bows, while understanding the differences between them. Training provided by National Archery Association certified instructors. All equipment is provided.

Jun 20-23 / 9:30a-11:30a T-F$110

EXPLORER ARCHERY Ages 8-15

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Explore the fundamentals of Archery in a safe and rewarding camp. Learn through active participation in individual and teambuilding activities that are not based on camper’s athletic abilities or their capabilities to shoot a perfect score. Friday will be used as a makeup day if needed for weather. All equipment is provided.

Jul 24-27 / 9:30a-12p M-Th

$135

INTERMEDIATE ARCHERY Ages 8-15

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Intermediate Archery is for those who have previously participated in the archery camp, archery in the schools, boy scouting archery or similar. The focus will be on improving skills and techniques covered in the basic archery camp. Training provided by National Archery Association certified instructors. All equipment provided.

Jul 3-7 / 9:30a-12:30p M,W-F

Jul 17-20 / 9:30a-12:30p M-Th

JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CAMP Ages 11-14

LETS GO SKATE CAMP! Ages 8-15

Summer Camp at Veterans Memorial Park is the place to elevate your skills and stoke your passions. For first timers or intermediate athletes, Veterans is the place for you. Skaters will be placed into age/ability groups. Learn or improve on key skateboarding basics and tricks: ollies, manuals, kickflips, and more! Camp also features skate games, park activities, safety equipment tips and contests! From stretching and training to recovery, our instructors give campers the support they need to progress their skills, build self-confidence, and form community through the sport they love. Pads and helmets are required! Bring your board and let’s skate!

Jun 26-30 / 9a-1p

Jul 3-7 / 9a-1p

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Aug 7-11 /

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VETERANS PARK ALL- STAR BASEBALL CAMP Ages 8-15

Improve your baseball skills with Veterans Park All-Star Baseball Camps! Our baseball camps are built on skill building, sportsmanship & fun. This baseball camp is a summer camp where kids are trained in skills such as pitching, hitting, fielding and base running. Our current collegiate baseball players will serve as this year’s camp instructors. They will be pushing your player to improve their game and providing top-notch baseball instruction and create unforgettable summer memories! Don’t forget your lucky bat, glove and hat for this action packed week!

Jun 26-30 / 9a-12p

$145207018 V05

Training program for youth who desire the skills to become a lifeguard. Students will gain valuable on the job training in the areas of recognizing emergencies, introductory lifeguard skills (certification not included) including First Aid and CPR and effective communication with guests. This is a 2-week camp..

Jul 17-27 / 10:30a-2:30p M-Th

YOUTH PICKLEBALL ACADEMY Ages 8-15

Did you know that Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in America? Get your kids involved in a lifelong sport by registering for our camp today! The camp will focus on rules, skills, basic strategy, and gameplay. All equipment is provided. The class will meet daily at the NEW outdoor Pickleball Courts.

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