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Your College Student Is Coming Home Your college kid is coming home for the summer. This can be a great time for your family—another chance to be together before your kid is truly launched into this world. But for your sanity, it’s important to lay some ground rules and stick to them. When your college kid comes back home, in their mind you are just a small appendage of their very busy world. You have moved from not knowing much to not knowing anything. They are as adult as can be. They have done laundry. They’ve eaten out. They’ve learned to cook a bit, and they are as footloose and fancy-free as can be. The learning curve is interesting. They’ve been out on their own and feel like they know everything about life. Over the next three years, however, this learning curve is going to form a circle. Once they get out of college, they’ll discover that good ol’ mom and dad are pretty smart people and they are lucky to have them. But with their coming home, that son or daughter is going to test some things that were always a part of your life at home—how they acted, what time they came home, their personal habits. Let’s take something like smoking. At college, he or she decided it was cool to smoke, and all of the sudden your 19-year-old lights up right in front of you. How do you handle that? I think you say, “Oh, you smoke now—I thought you were beyond that kind of stuff. Listen, you need to understand you are not going to smoke in this home.” Other kids might come home feeling like they are adults and they don’t have to report to anybody. They can stay out as long as they want. That’s when you say, “Can we go out for lunch? I want to talk to you about something important.” This is where you sit the kid down and say, “You know, it’s been an interesting year. You are the first one to go away to college (or maybe the last), and there have certainly been changes. We are seeing changes in your life that your dad and I feel we need to talk to you about. “Number one, it seems to me like you brought home a little attitude from school. And the attitude comes across that you don’t care much about what happens in this house. But this is our home. It hasn’t changed, and we still have expectations. Your dad is 52 and I see him lugging the garbage out. If you forgot, it goes out on Friday mornings. I expect you during the summer to take the garbage out.” If your kid isn’t inclined to come home at a decent hour, here’s the conversation: “As parents we have a right to know where you’re going and what time you’re coming home. I don’t want you coming back in the middle of the night because, frankly, I’m not going to get any sleep until you return. We need to come to an agreement here or you need to find another place this summer.” This can be a great summer, and it’s a good time for the family to reconnect. Laying ground rules early can make all of the difference. Next month: Bringing home the new baby! Dr. Kevin Leman is a Tucson psychologist and author of more than 30 best-selling books. His latest is “The Way of the Wise: Simple Truths for Living Well.” Read his parenting blogs at www.birthorderguy.com.

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See the New Sea Lions! Visitors can be inspired by Paris and Andi, Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium’s new California sea lion residents! These two females are the only marine mammals on exhibit in Arizona. Marine mammals are protected by law. To keep these sea lions, Wildlife World Zoo went through a long and complicated accreditation process with the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums.

The Ultimate Year-Round Family-Fun and Dining Destination! Plunge into super splashy fun on the Log Flume Ride. An exciting adventure through a South Pacific Reef Tunnel winds by alligators, exotic birds and monkeys. Climb aboard the Safari Train Ride for a breathtaking narrated journey through the plains of Africa where ostriches, gazelles, endangered antelope and other exotic species roam free. Get a close look at small monkeys, rodents, bats and more while visiting It’s A Small World Small Mammal Exhibit. Be sure to stop by the Baby Animal Nursery where you’re sure to fall in love with our newest arrivals! Children’s Petting Area, Merry-Go-Round and Educational Wildlife Encounters Show are filled with fun for all ages. For an interactive adventure, stop by the Lory Parrot Feeding Area

(the first in the nation) where South Pacific birds perch on your arm while enjoying apple slices. For reptile fans, there’s Dragon World, home to Arizona’s first saltwater croc and a 20-foot, 200-pound python. Then enjoy the Tropics of the World Reptile Exhibit. For an indoor wildlife adventure, check out fish, mammals, birds, invertebrates, amphibians and reptiles at the Wildlife World Aquarium. Explore four aquarium buildings: The Diversity of Life in Water, The Wild and The Wonderful, Predators and River Monsters. You can experience hundreds of aquatic species like black-tip sharks, zebra sharks, black-footed penquins, eels, stingrays, seahorses, barracuda, white alligator, Nile crocodile, South American freshwater fish, otters, marine turtles and more. Complete your visit with a unique dining experience and a visit to two exciting gift shops!

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Substance Abuse, Bullying, Peer Pressure “Come on, just try it!” “What’s the worst that can happen?” “It’s no big deal.” Early on we’re taught never to take candy from a stranger, but it should also be taught never to take pills or other unknown substances from friends or friends of friends. Bullying and substance abuse are both huge problems in our schools. These issues are often discussed individually and as not being related to each other. However, when we take a closer look at bullies and the people they bully, we often find a common thread of substance abuse among them. Unfortunately, drugs, alcohol or tobacco are sometimes a way kids or teens try to cope with other things going on in their lives. Some students who’ve been bullied say that they turned to illegal substances to cope with depression, a common result of being bullied. If you’re tempted to try cigarettes, alcohol or drugs, talk to your parent(s), teacher or some other trusted adult FIRST! Avoid situations where these substances may be present and choose friends who do NOT use. It’s OK to say “No!”—these things could kill you, make you sick, decrease your ability to breathe or think, and decrease your physical and mental capacities. Research shows for kids who’ve been bullied, 27.1

percent use alcohol, 13.1 percent use marijuana, and 9.5 percent abuse prescription medicines. Additionally, for kids who reported being cyber-bullied, 35.6 percent say they use alcohol, 17.7 percent use marijuana, and 12.3 percent abuse prescription medicine. If someone you know changes suddenly in their personality, performance in school or who they hang out with, tell someone who can get help or ask your friend what’s going on. Communication can save lives. Research supports the idea that bullies are more likely to be substance users when they get to high school because engaging in one type of bad behavior can sometimes lead to others. Drugs can cause a sense of empowerment and aggressive behavior. Peer pressure also plays a big role when it comes to students using illegal substances. If a bully is smoking, drinking or using drugs, it’s not much of a stretch to think that he or she would pressure or bully others to do the same. So how can I get out of these situations? When being bullied or pressured into using some type of illegal substance, it can be really hard to say no. To avoid being caught off guard when asked if you want to try something, practice what you want to say or do ahead of time. Never feel bad about saying no to someone who asks you to do something you know is wrong and/or dangerous. Tell a parent or teacher when this happens, or even contact law enforcement. Avoid being around people who use drugs, alcohol or tobacco. If offered something, say something like “I can’t, my mom is on her way to pick me up” or “I’m allergic to practically everything and don’t want to risk going to the hospital.” Sometimes smart decisions are tough ones. You always can just say “No” and walk away.

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Come to Vertuccio Farms! Centennial’s by Reporters Karina Spletter, Jordan O’Berry & Miranda Romero, Neely Traditional Academy little intimidating to stand next to. Still, it was so interesting that we overcame our fear. It was wonderful to see that the Vertuccios take excellent care of their animals. The farm celebrates Earth Day every day! They do not use pesticides on their farm. They plant many trees (including a peach grove!), and recycle consistently. We recommend Vertuccio Farms to everyone. It is a family friendly farm with so many fun things to do and learn about. So, the next time you have nothing to do, take a drive to Vertuccio Farms and spend the day. To learn more, visit www.vertucciofarms.com. Adviser: Jenny Dow

Drummers Find Their Beat By Reporters Isabella Viker & Logen Secord, Integrity Education Centre Frank Thompson of the AZ Rhythm Connection visited the Integrity Education Centre in March. He brought enough drums for all of the school to participate. Thompson showed us how to play a West African drum called the djembe. He taught us the three notes on the djembe, the boom, de and ta. We also learned that we need to slant the djembe so that the air can help it make sound. Thompson is a corporate educator and six-sigma certified. He’s an expert rhythm facilitator and teambuilding specialist. Students felt a lot of energy in the room, and we all had fun playing and trying new beats.

Save Our Animals by Reporter Christian Davis ASU Preparatory Academic April is here! But now there is a catastrophe! Now a lot of animals are producting offspring but some shelters can’t keep all of them. If they don’t get adopted and stay there for too long, they have to put them down. This makes people sad. How can they do that to poor animals? But we have to stay strong. Fight for what’s right! We can do this if we stick together. Help the animals! You can join groups and donate to groups like the ASPCA and ARF! Let’s all do this! We need animals and animals need us. MORE SCOOPS! page 8 ➧

“It was amazing, awesome and fun—everyone had a good experience,” fifth-grader Donavon Gies shares. The djembe is used for celebrations and holidays. The way to play is to keep a steady beat. There was another drum we played to keep a beat, and you just got to play whatever. “I think everyone should try a drum workshop,” Killian Berkebile adds. The AZ Rhythm Connection is a group of highly skilled facilitators whose primary focus is to bring the joy of rhythm and percussion to any and all events where rhythm is welcome. Find your beat at www.azrhythmconnection.com. Adviser: Stacey Lane

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Club Animal Raises Funds, Visits Shelter by Reporter Grace Mastorakos Centennial Elementary Just recently, Centennial’s fourth grade Club Animal visited the Friends for Life Animal Shelter in Gilbert, AZ. In March, these fourth graders held a fundraiser for the shelter. The fourth graders asked for people to donate dog and cat toys, beds, cages, blankets, puppy and kitten replacement milk, food, and medicine. They earned quite a lot of money, too! After the very successful fundraiser, Club Animal planned a field trip! On April 5, Club Animal met up at the Friends for Life Animal Shelter for a tour of the sanctuary. Before Club Animal could take the tour, they had to learn a very important thing. S.M.A.R.T! S.M.A.R.T stands for spay and neuter, microchip, adopt, rescue and teach. After the students learned that, they went on a tour! They first visited the cute little dog, Tagalong! Tagalong is a sweet little sheltie blend. He had stitches on his eyes because of an eye infection. They had to remove his eyes. But he’s fine now! After that, Club Animal went into a yard in the back of the shelter. It’s where the dogs like to run and play! They got to go into the part of the sanctuary that led to the yard. There, they saw all kinds of dogs. Sinatra, Hippie, Daffodil and a few other dogs. The students got to feed the dogs treats! They visited other yards, and they got to feed other dogs. Then, they went out front to the cat room window. There were all different types of cats! At the end of the tour, the students got a very special treat. They had a truly great time there. Adviser: Rebecca Nieboer

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This past month we were lucky enough to visit and interview the owners of Vertuccio Farms. It has been in Gilbert since 1999, and is a great place for kids! One of the biggest draws to this great location is the fact that it has one of the only pizza gardens in Arizona. They offer field trips for all ages, rides and games, and the opportunity to see all sorts of farm animals. The Vertuccios told us that the farm was began by their family fourteen years ago. After college Mr. and Mrs. Vertuccio decided to add fun educational activities to the farm, opening it up to kids of all ages. There are so many great animals to see there: pigs, a cow, rabbits, goats, chickens, ducks and even a miniature donkey. There is even a beehive to observe. It was a

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How You Can Help Charities by Reporter Kaelie Zelms, Wildfire Elementary I think people should donate more to charities. Donating can help the world a lot. The smallest donations can make a difference. For instance, “The Water Project” in Africa has created clean water. Now more people in Africa can drink water without getting sick. Kids are healthier and crops are beginning to grow. There are many ways for people to donate. To find the right charity, you can go online or even take a drive around town. It’s that simple. You probably have stuff sitting around that you don’t need. Those are great things to donate. You can donate money, food, clothing, toys—anything that you think people need. If you don’t know what to donate, visit the charity website to find out. Sometimes there will be a list of exactly what they need. An example of a great charity is UMOM. UMOM is a place families go when they have a shortage of money. It is here in Arizona. Another worthy charity is the American Red Cross. The American Red Cross helps people when disasters strike their communities. It also help families that have relatives in the military. It teaches people how to help others and takes blood to save lives. Charities help people all over the world. Without donations, many charities would disappear. That’s why it’s important for people to donate to charities. MORE SCOOPS! page 26 ➧

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San Diego’s SeaWorld Saves Sea Lions Sea lion pups have been washing up on California beaches in alarming numbers this year. About 1,110–1,300 sea lions pups have washed up on shores from San Diego to Santa Barbara—almost five times the usual number. The pups are starving and dehydrated and need help from rescue groups to survive. The newly independent pups are trying to find food on their own. It is normal for some of them to have trouble and get washed ashore at this time of year, according to David Koontz, communication director at SeaWorld San Diego. What is not normal is the high number of stranded pups. “In a normal year we would rescue about 120–150 marine animals,” he says. This year SeaWorld has rescued over 350 marine animals, and more than 300 have been sea lions, Koontz says. The pups are “very malnourished and very dehydrated,” Koontz says. “They are younger than a year old, so they are cute little pups. “These are pups that are recently weaned from mom, so they’re not experienced at all,” explains Koontz. “So they don’t have years of doing this to know necessarily where to go. And they’re not very

Record numbers of sea lion pups have been found and rescued stranded on Southern California’s coast.

Here in the desert, the loud buzz of cicadas is a sign that summer is here. But back East, the cicadas are different. They stay underground as nymphs for much longer and EMERGE in huge, messy, noisy waves ranging from Massachusetts all the way down to Georgia. As nymphs, these cicadas suck on plant roots and stay underground for 17 years, compared to our Apache cicadas that stay underground for two to five years. And now a massive insect invasion of the 17-year cicada has begun! Biologists say this wave is known as

big animals, so they don’t have the same level of strength and endurance that an adult would that 17-Year Cicada Facts could potentially go to where the fish are.” The pups normally eat smaller fish like anchoScientific name: Magicada septendecim vies and sardines, says Koontz. The high number of stranded sea lion pups led the National Marine Billions emerge from ground Fisheries Service to declare an unusual mortality every 17 years. event in March. The service put together a task force Collective buzz is as loud as a to investigate the situation and find out why the fish rock concert or subway train. are not available. One of the longest-lived Animals that respond to rehabilitation can usually insects be returned to the ocean after several weeks, Koontz Next hatch: 2030 says. SeaWorld will release a group of rehabilitated pups in a spot “where it looks like there are already Brood II and is expected to have billions of other animals in the area, which means that there’s these bugs. The 17-year cicada nymphs live food in the area and they’re feeding. We try to set 1 to 8 feet underground. As temperatures them up with the best possible chances of success.” warm on that 17th year, they crawl out and clamp themselves onto bark, walls or other suitable surfaces to molt, shedding their nymphal skin to emerge as adult cicadas. and head into weekend play. He was the only amateur AUGUSTA, Ga.—The Masters, with traditions going The process is called a hatch. who made the Masters’ cut this year. back to 1934, is the world’s most famous and prestiThe scientific name is Magicada septenYou’d expect a kid to be trembling too much with gious golf tournament. Masters champions like Tiger decim, a much more striking cicada than either fear or excitement to be able to compete with the Woods and Phil Mickelson have won the famed Green ours here in the desert. It has a black, darker best of the best. But watching Tianlang Jacket multiple times, beating the body with two bright red, bulging eyes and smack his tee shots onto the fairway or greatest golfers on the planet. three red tiny eyes between them. The wings smoothly sink a 20-foot putt, you soon Unlike the other three major golf have dark coppery colored veins. realize that he deserves to be there. tournaments of the PGA, which It’s the male cicadas that make the noise, To keep his head on straight, his parchange golf courses from year to trying to attract females to mate with. While ents make him do an hour of homework year, the Masters is always played a mesquite tree might have a dozen Apache each day after play. Think about it, the at Augusta National Golf Club. Last cicadas, trees back East will have thousands kid isn’t even old enough to drive a car month, eighth-grader Tianlang Guan of 17-year cicadas making a terrible buzz. yet, and he’s studying to try to get into a from China became the youngest Males have vibrating noisemakers called good high school in China! ever to play in the tourney, matching tymbals on the sides of their abdomens. During weekend play, Tianlang was swing for swing some of the best in Tianlang hopes to qualify Super loud, their collective buzz can reach never a threat to those at the top of the the game! for the U.S. Open. 60 to 100 decibels—as loud as a rock leaderboard. Still, he kept his composure The LANKY 14-year-old qualified concert or a New York subway train! Some for the Masters by winning the Asia-Pacific Amateur last and played at a pro level. Playing 72 holes, he never say it sounds like an alien spaceship landing. double bogeyed (went two over par). Crowds cheered season. (At least the kid has chosen to stay an amaThese adult cicadas will only live four to him on at every hole. Thirty-two golfers failed to make teur, at least for now.) Players at the Masters play two six weeks longer. After mating, the females the cut, and he finished ahead of three pros in the end. qualifying rounds to determine if they make the cut to deposit rice-like eggs into live twigs. The For his amateur efforts, Tianlang won a silver bowl. continue playing over the weekend for the opportunity nymphs fall to the ground and instinctively “I played pretty good,” he said in a press conferto compete for the Green Jacket. Tianlang played the burrow to find roots to suck on. There they’ll ence after the Masters. “There are still a lot of things to course, known for its tricky putting greens, consistently stay until the year 2030. improve.” well to be the youngest ever to make the Masters cut AP/Wide World Photos

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KIDS & FAMILIES —Welcome to Bear’s water conservation page. Water means life to all of us desert dwellers. In fact, water is Arizona’s most precious natural resource, and using it wisely is everybody’s responsibility!

Saving Water in the Summer With the sweltering days of summer coming up fast, did you know that your family’s water use can easily triple during summer? Most of the increase is due to outdoor water use, which can cost your family plenty. Grass areas require a lot more water this time of year. Other plants, especially ones not adapted for the desert, are really thirsty, too. And if you have a swimming pool, evaporation rates go up as temperatures rise. But there is hope! Here are some ideas that'll help save water outdoors and cut your family’s water bill this summer.

Get Ready to Harvest the Rain Our monsoon season runs from June 15 to Sept. 30. It can bring us more than half our annual rainfall! Through rainwater harvesting, your family can collect this free water or redirect it to where it’s needed. Roofs have a lot of surface area to help collect the rain. A system of gutters and downspouts consolidates the roof runoff, and you can direct it to nearby plants or collect it in a water barrel called a cistern for later use on dry days.

Know When & How Much to Water Outdoor landscaping can use a lot of water, especially this time of year. Water-smart families water early in the morning or evening to reduce evaporation. They don’t water every day, but when they do, they make sure to water down to the plant’s root zone!

It’s Time to Xeriscape! Smart families use low-water-use plants for their landscaping. Good xeriscape designs help shade the house from the sun and group plants by their water and sunlight needs. An automatic drip irrigation system can put just enough water at the plants’ root zone. A proper xeriscape design also traps and keeps water from storms where plants can best absorb it.

Wash the Family Car the Right Way! It’s nice to cruise in a shiny clean car. So when it’s time to wash the family car or truck, don’t leave the hose running. Use a bucket filled with hot, soapy water and scrub it down with a big sponge or soft brush. Then turn on the hose just to rinse the suds off. Dry and wax and you are done! Info adapted from the “Conserve Water” booklet. This column is a collaborative effort between CAP and Arizona Project WET.

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Make It a Clean Sweep Instead of hosing off your porch, sidewalk or driveway, grab a broom and make it a clean sweep. Hosing off your cement is just a waste of water.

Outdoor Plants Love Gray Water! With a bit of handywork, your family can get double use out of the water that ordinarily goes down the drain. A gray water system takes the used water from your clothes washer, bathroom sink and/or shower and diverts it to keep your outside plants green and healthy.

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Animals In Arizona

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Quickly—what’s your favorite critter in Arizona? Our state is home to an amazing assortment of animals, from the Arizona alligator lizard to the Zuni bluehead sucker.

Dazzling Diversity

Sandhill Crane • Cicada • Colorado River Toad

Arizona’s variety of habitats (living spaces for plants and animals) is the main reason we have such incredible DIVERSITY when it comes to our wildlife. From high mountains down to the desert floor, and even underground in spectacular caverns, there’s an impressive range of habitats in our state. Everything from large omnivorous black bears to the tiny bright red velvet mite can be found in Arizona!

Our Desert

Coyote • Anna’s Hummingbird • Gila Monster

Ribbons of Green

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Water means life to all of us living in No doubt about it, the desert. Arizona has some critically our Sonoran Desert important streamside habitats called is super special. For RIPARIAN areas. Because there’s wadifferent plant and ter either flowing or running just below animal species, it’s ground level, riparian areas can supthe most diverse port a complex structure of plants, Photo courtesy of Mar it Alanen, USFWS desert in the world! some of them more tropical than A Mount Graham red squirrel Covering more desert like. than 100,000 square miles, the Sonoran Desert These “ribbons of green” includes much of the southern half of Arizona includ- can clearly be seen from a ing Phoenix and Tucson, a small part of California, bird’s-eye view. In fact, most of Baja California, islands in the Gulf of they often serve as California and most of the state of Sonora, Mexico. corridors for amazing Although droughts (long periods with little or no numbers of migrating rainfall) are common, this is still one of the wettest birds. When healthy, d toa na A very bumpy Arizo deserts of North America, receiving 3 to 16 inches these areas provide water, of rain a year. About half of this life-giving rain food, shelter and cooling for all Mountain Lion • Apache Trout • Western Diamondback comes down hard during our summer monsoon. sorts of wildlife. In fact, 80 percent of Arizona’s verOur storms are often spotty, drenching one place tebrates (animals with spinal columns) spend some while leaving nearby areas bone dry. While sumpart of their lives in our riparian areas! mer daytime temperatures can soar to over 120°F, “It’s a unique habitat within the desert,” Tuegel Biologists define different areas into major types things quickly cool down after sundown. Because of says. “You have all these areas we talked about— of ecological communities that they call BIOMES. the extreme conditions, many of the native animals the Lower Colorado River, the Sonoran uplands, For example, we have a very large desert biome, have developed amazing adaptations for survival. the grasslands. And through them are these waterand up high in the mountains we have coniferous Some animals, like the kangaroo rat, don’t ever courses, drainages where water gets concentrated.” forest biomes (areas with the tall pine and fir trees). need a drink—they get the The bad news is that most riparian areas have Starting at the lower elevations, moisture they need from eatbeen damaged or destroyed here. Less than 10 “you’ve got everything ranging from Lower ing seeds! Some amphibians, percent of Arizona’s original riparian area remains Colorado Sonoran Desert communities like the spadefoot toad, stay in its natural form, and humans are largely to blame. (that have plants like Joshua trees and dormant underground (called People tend to live near water. As the population creosote bushes), all the way through the estivation) until the rains grows, we saguaro desert, which is considered the come! “Most of the year, they can use up Sonoran uplands, through the semiare underground, and they the water. desert grasslands in southeastern are all up usually by the first “We use a Arizona, and that moves up into piñonof July when the monsoons Photo courtesy of Jeff Servoss, USFWS lot of water, juniper,” explains Marty Tuegel, an A desert horned lizard start to roll in,” Tuegel says. whether it be endangered species biologist for U.S. And many desert dwellers hang out in burrows or for agriFish and Wildlife Service. Moving higher, “you get cultural or into evergreen oak forests that surround each of the shady spots until nighttime to avoid the deadly heat and deadly daytime predators. urban uses,” sky islands at a certain elevation.” Sky islands are The Sonoran Desert is home to thousands of Tuegel mountain ranges separated by a “sea” of desert. insect species, 350 bird species, 100 reptile species, explains. 60 mammal species, 20 amphibian species and A venomous coral snake 30 native fish species! Photo courtesy of Jeff Servoss, USFW

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Saving water can help our riparian areas. “Wildlife is one of those values that we all share. To conserve water we can use as little as possible and also protect our drainage systems,” he continues.

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A baby desert tortoise naviga tes over rocky terr ain.

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Great Blue Heron • Dragonfly • Desert Pupfish • Tiger Salamander

Get Out & Explore Spring is a great time to head outdoors with your family. Get on the computer and start planning your animal adventure. B.E.A.R. Tuegel has studied reptiles and amphibians. His favorite sightings are box turtles up in the grasslands. When it comes to enjoying our wildlife, the best rule is to look, but don’t touch! In fact, lots of animals are protected species, either threatened or endangered. “Leave them where they’re at—don’t take them home,” Tuegel says. Never go off on Check out this ocelot’s camoufl your own and alage! ways have an adult with you. Be aware of what’s around you, watch where you step, and don’t put your hands where you can’t see what’s there. Tuegel says protecting yourself from the sun and heat are probably most important. So put on sunscreen, wear a hat with a brim and a T-shirt, and bring along a lightweight long-sleeve shirt. Comfortable shoes work for most areas, but boots are good for hiking. Long pants help protect you if you go off trail. Each person should have a couple liters of water or something with electrolytes. To take in beautiful scenery and wildlife, Tuegel suggests looking into San Pedro House near Sierra Vista. “Big cottonwoods, you’ve got live water and a lot of wildlife opportunities—a lot of birds, some reptiles and amphibians. It’s best to choose a good time that’s not going to be too hot.” He also suggests checking out Arivaca Cienega. Nearby is the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge, which has parts open to the public. The Nature Conservancy manages the Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve. There’s also the Cienega Creek Natural Preserve, Winkleman, Bonita Creek and the Gila River. He says forests are great, too. S

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Exotic Animals

Who Call Arizona Home!

A sure way to have fun encounters with native and exotic wildlife is to visit your local zoo, wildlife park, animal museum or aquarium. Many great animal conservation groups let local kids and families learn about wildlife. You can see all kinds of awesome animals up close—right here in our community! You don't have to go on safari to see elephants, antelope, lions, giraffes and zebras. No need to strap on an air tank to see a sea turtle, jellyfish, sharks and rays. You don’t have to travel far to ogle an otter, orangutan or ostrich. Perhaps you prefer a peek at a penguin, peccary or a pack of prairie dogs. No matter what kind of critter makes you go wild, you can probably plan a trip to see it without ever leaving Arizona. Here are some great places to visit that feature fabulous furry, feathered and finned fauna. So what are you waiting for? Get out there to see some of the cool creatures who call Arizona home. Check out page 13 for a chance to win tickets to one of these amazing animal attractions. All you have to do is tell us about your favorite animal!

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Reid Park Zoo

2021 North Kinney Road • Tucson 520-883-2702 • www.desertmuseum.org

1100 S. Randolph Way • Tucson 520-791-4022 • www.tucsonzoo.org

Turn your idea of a museum inside out! The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a world-renowned zoo, natural history museum and botanical garden, all in one! See live animals—mountain lions, prairie dogs, Gila monsters and more—in natural settings. Visit the Earth Sciences Center or the new Warden Aquarium and dip into the touch tanks. Catch one of two live-animal presentations or relax in the hummingbird or mixed species aviary.

Travel from South America to the Asian rainforest, and then to the African savannah in one day! Explore beautiful habitats housing hundreds of exotic animals from around the world. Reid Park Zoo is a hidden gem, nestled in the center of Tucson, and is the perfect place to enjoy time outside while discovering the wonders of wildlife. Project Tanzania lets you observe a herd of African elephants and engage in hands-on education opportunities.

Out of Africa Wildlife Park

SEA LIFE Arizona

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You don’t have to leave Arizona to go on safari, just head to Out of Africa Wildlife Park! You can see lions, tigers and bears, and so much more. There are hyena, serval and watusi, too. Hundreds of exotic animals roam in spacious natural habitats. Embark on an Adventure Tour, feed a tiger, or check out one of the entertaining and educational animal shows. You won’t believe how close you can get!

You don’t have to be near an ocean to see ocean animals! There is an oasis in the middle of our desert at SEA LIFE! The sea turtles are crowd pleasers at SEA LIFE. You also can see sharks, octopus and the new jellyfish exhibit. Jellyfish Discovery opens May 10. Did you know that jellyfish have no brains or hearts? Find out more about these amazing creatures and other wonders of the sea at SEA LIFE.

Phoenix Zoo

Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium

455 N. Galvin Parkway • Phoenix 602-914-4333 • www.phoenixzoo.org

16501 W. Northern Ave. • Litchfield Park 623-935-WILD • www.wildlifeworld.com

Ride a dromedary camel, get up-close and personal with giraffes, and walk into Monkey Village— an open exhibit where squirrel monkeys scamper through the trees just inches away! Get a unique view of the “people of the forest,” the orangutan, as they climb, relax and play in their expansive indoor and outdoor habitats. The orangutan exhibit’s indoor viewing area is a cool place to hang out this summer!

Sea lions are making a big splash in Arizona! Paris and Andi are Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium’s new California sea lions. These playful pinnipeds are the first marine mammals to be on exhibit in the state in years! The sea lion exhibit opened earlier this year. Other new residents include a baby white tiger, a baby giraffe and a baby black jaguar! Check out the Wildlife Encounter shows, animal feeding stations, touch tanks and more.

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Animals In Arizona

Go On Safari—Without Leaving the State!

Quickly—what’s your favorite critter in Arizona? Our state is home to an amazing assortment of animals, from the Arizona alligator lizard to the Zuni bluehead sucker.

Dazzling Diversity

Sandhill Crane • Cicada • Colorado River Toad

Our Desert

Coyote • Anna’s Hummingbird • Gila Monster

Ribbons of Green

Photo courtesy of Jeff

Servoss, USFWS

Biomes

ATTENTION TEACHERS!

May 2013

A baby desert tortoise naviga tes over rocky terr ain.

Photo courtesy of Jeff Humphrey, US FWS

May 2013

Great Blue Heron • Dragonfly • Desert Pupfish • Tiger Salamander

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Photo courtesy of Tom Smylie, USFW

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Exotic Animals

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Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Reid Park Zoo

2021 North Kinney Road • Tucson 520-883-2702 • www.desertmuseum.org

1100 S. Randolph Way • Tucson 520-791-4022 • www.tucsonzoo.org

Out of Africa Wildlife Park

SEA LIFE Arizona

3505 W. SR-260 • Camp Verde 928-567-2842 • www.outofafricapark.com

5000 S. Arizona Mills Cir. • Tempe 480-478-7600 • www.sealifeus.com

Phoenix Zoo

Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium

455 N. Galvin Parkway • Phoenix 602-914-4333 • www.phoenixzoo.org

16501 W. Northern Ave. • Litchfield Park 623-935-WILD • www.wildlifeworld.com

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You don’t have to be near an ocean to see ocean animals. There’s an oasis in the middle of our desert at SEA LIFE!

Come see the Largest Collection of Jellyfish in the State! Did you know that jellyfish are not fish at all, but more closely related to sea anemones and urchins? Fish are classified as having bones, fins and gills—which jellyfish do not! Use the code below to decode the jellyfish trivia 1. Jellyfish have no __ __ __ __ __ __ , and no __ __ __ __ __ __ . 2. They are made of 95% __ __ __ __ __ . 3. Each __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ is lined with thousands of cells that contain stinging coils with venom. 4. Scientists have discovered over 2,000 species of jellyfish, only 70 are __ __ __ __ __ __ __ to humans. 5. Jellyfish can adapt to live in an environmental “ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ,” where there is a lack of oxygen.

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ARIZONA BROADWAY THEATRE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG PERFORMERS 7701 W. Paradise Ln. • Peoria 623-776-8400 Kurtis W. Overby, Artistic Associate June 3–Aug. 2 kurtis@azbroadwaytheatre.com www.azbroadway.org Four separate sessions where children will be involved in acting, music and music instruction. Classes are great for beginners, but also effective for those with theatre experience.

CAMPS 2013 Continued from page 17 ARIZONA SCIENCE CENTER CAMP INNOVATION-2013 SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS 600 E. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85004 602-716-2000 x2028 June 3–August 2 • 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (Mon.– Fri.) Before & after care available: Drop-off as early as 7:30 a.m. & pickup as late as 6 p.m. www.azscience.org Introduce your child to the wonderful world of Science. We offer 13 innovative and fun summer camp programs designed to inspire and educate any child from ages 3–14. Check out all 13 and register on-line at azscience.org or call 602-716-2028. A small sample of our programs include:

Camp Innovation: School of Medicine June 24–28, July 15–19 • 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Welcome to Camp Innovation: School of Medicine. Get an exciting glimpse into the professions of doctors, nurses, surgeons and scientists. Campers will examine x-rays, diagnose patients, solve medical mysteries and more! Ages: 6–11

Camp Innovation: Go Green June 10–14, July 15–19 • 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Discover strategies that will help create a sustainable future at Camp Innovation: Go Green. Research and test eco-friendly ways to reduce material waste, utilize natural resources for clean energy and protect our natural environment. Ages: 12–14.

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BLACK MOUNTAIN BMX 602-938-1108 All ages and experience levels are welcome! Black Mountain BMX Camps are every Monday 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Time 2 p.m. Call 602-938-1108 or go to blackmountainBMX.com for full details, location directions and more!

BRICKS STUDIO 4550 E. Indian School Rd. • Phoenix 602-954-5200 • June 3–28, 2013 info@bricksstudio.com www.bricksstudio.com We offer a variety of fun themed dance classes througout June. Ages: 3 and up.

CAMP INVENTION Apache Junction, Avondale, Buckeye, Chandler, Flagstaff, Goodyear, Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Surprise, Tempe, Tucson 1-800-968-4332 • See website and ad for camp dates and locations campinvention@invent.org www.campinvention.org Camp Invention is a nationwide children’s summer camp that focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) to inspire innovation and invention.The Camp Invention program is an exciting, weeklong adventure in creativity which immerses children in imaginative play that reinforces and supplements school-year learning in the subjects of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Led by local educators, the program is for children entering grades 1-6. New curriculum. $220-$245. Discounts and partial scholarships available.

CHALLENGER SPACE CENTER AZ 21170 N. 83rd Ave. • Peoria 623-322-2001

May 27–Aug. 2 information@azchallenger.net www.AZChallenger.org Adventures in Space Summer Camp offers exciting half or full-day sessions. Discover the Dawn Of A New Era: Life in Space; Astronaut Survivor; We Need More Power; Solar System Science; Our Space Neighborhood, Astronauts In Training; Space-Based StartUps; Get Energized; Astronomy Adventures. Rocketry, interactive experiments, and LEGO! Cost: $220/week, full day. Ages: 5–13 (Grades: K–8).

CITY OF TEMPE PARKS & REC 480-350-5200 • www.tempe.gov/brochure Subscribe to Connecting Tempe E-Newsletter/Tempe Opportunities for events, news and program updates Send your children to camp in Tempe this summer, and we’ll help keep their minds and bodies active. Choose from camps specializing in sports, arts & culture, education, middle school and more. Camps begin in June and run through the beginning of August with a range of starting and ending dates to fit every schedule. Youth scholarships available for Tempe Public School students. Register for swim classes on our website. Swim class ages: 8 months– adults.

CITY OF PEORIA 9875 N. 85th Ave. • Peoria 623-773-7688 • May 24–July 31

gus.brown@peoriaaz.gov www.peoriaaz.gov/ampm City of Peoria Summer Programs keep kids and teens active and entertained all day long.

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DAVID RUBIO VOLLEYBALL CAMPS Tucson • 520-818-8668 Contact: Amanda Rubio davidrubiovolleyballcamp@gmail.com www.davidrubiovolleyballcamp.com/ Three sessions for boys and girls emphasizing different skills or age groups. Directed by UA Head Coach David Rubio. INTERMEDIATE ALL SKILLS CAMP: July 8–10. Girls and boys. Ages: 10–18. Cost: Resident $340 or Commuter: $240. POSITION CAMP (SETTER/ATTACKER/ LIBERO/MB): July 11–14 Girls and boys. Ages: 10–18, Cost: Resident $440 or Commuter $340. ADVANCED ALL-SKILLS CAMP: July 15–18. Girls and boys. Ages: 10–18. Cost: Resident $440 or Commuter #340. DRVC is not an official function of the UA. It is open to all entrants, limited only by space, grade level and/ or gender.

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May, 19 From May 5th through July 7th McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park will present their annual Free Sunday Night Concert series. Bring a chair or blanket and relax under the stars while you enjoy the music of favorite local bands. Concerts begin at 7:30. Food will be available for purchase. More information and a schedule of the bands can be found on our website or by calling 480-312-2312.

Raun Alosi and 60 Degrees North Mix of Soul, Classic Rock, R & B and Pop

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Rock Lobster Retro 80’s

June, 2

Groove Merchants Big City Sound with Hot Horn Section

June, 9

the JJ’s Motown to the 80’s Dance Music

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Train ride $2 • Carousel ride $2

Mesa • 480-756-3828 info@evct.org • www.evct.org

Children under three ride free with paying adult.

Teens on Broadway (July 8–12) is a musical theatre camp for youths ages 13–18, and is a week long intensive program in acting, singing and dance culminating in a performance. Cost: $195. EVCT Summer Camp 2013 (June 3–14 & June 17–28) is a musical theatre camp for kids ages 8–15. Young actors will be motivated to think creatively and build selfconfidence through music, dance and acting. Includes a final performance. Each session is 2 weeks of non-competitive, education FUN with theatre. Full or half day programs. Cost: $295 full day, $195 half day. July 8–19 Session III for kids ages 8–15. Each day a different workshop. Come for two weeks, one week or pick the days and workshops you want to attend. Cost: $295/ 2 weeks, $195/ week, or $45/day. Imagination Theatre Camp (June 3–14) for ages 5–8, 9 a.m.–noon. Intro to singing, dance & acting. Cost: $195 for the 2 week program. Includes daily snacks.

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FRIENDLY PINES CAMP 933 Friendly Pines Rd. • Prescott, AZ 1-888-281-2267 (CAMP) • 928-445-2128 Kevin Nissen Session 1: June 16–June 29 (14 days) Session 2: June 30–July 13 (14 days) Session 3: July 14–July 28 (18 days) Trailseekers (8-day sessions only available to first-time campers ages 6-10): July 14–21, July 21–28 info@friendlypines.com www.friendlypines.com Nestled in the tall, cool pines, Friendly Pines offers 30+ activities to choose from— horseback riding, swimming, waterskiing, rock climbing, ropes course, archery, sports, hiking, pets & more. Excellent campers to staff radios. Professional background checks and drug tests on staff. ACA accredited. 72 years of experience. An Arizona Tradition since 1941. Cost: Contact for prices. Ages: 6–13 COED overnight camp.

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Girl Scouts-Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, Inc. 119 E. Coronado Rd. • Phoenix 602-452-7000 or 800-352-6133 June 4–Aug. 5 camp@girlscoutsaz.org www.camplikeagirlscout.com

Continued from page 20 Jeanne’s School of Dance Mesa • 1337 S. Gilbert 480-497-4646 East Mesa • 1058 N. Higley 480-396-8864 Queen Creek • Vineyard Plaza San Tan Blvd./ E. of Power 480-988-3877

The Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council runs overnight summer camps and week-long day camps. Activities include archery, horses, ceramics, kayaking, songs and games for girls 5 to 17. Girls learn new skills, make new friends, and become more confident. You don’t have to be a Girl Scout to attend. Need-based financial aid available. Ages: 5–17.

www.jeannesdance.net Summer classes begin June 3. Don’t miss Dance Camp Extravaganza— • Queen Creek, July 15–19, • Mesa July 22–26 • Mesa Workshops—call for dates. Register now for Arizona Youth Ballet Summer Intensive June 3–20.

iD Tech Camps & iD Teen Academies

King of Glory Preschool Kids’ Camp 2013

Gain a competitive edge! Create iPhone apps, video games, C++ and Java programs, movies, and more at weeklong, day and overnight programs held at ASU, UCLA, UNLV, Stanford, Princeton, and others. Also 2-week, Teen-only programs held at UCLA, Stanford, Yale, Harvard, and other universities: iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy. Ages: 7-18.

King of Glory Preschool is offering Summer Kids’ Camp during the month of June, on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings. Camp is for children ages 3 to 5. Each week will have a theme and fun activities! If you are interested in summer fun within a loving environment for your child, contact us. Visit us online for information and a registration form or call Cindy Stark at 480-838-0477.

Held at ASU, UCLA, Stanford, Princeton, and 60+ universities in 26 states 1-888-709-TECH (8324) June-Aug. • www.internalDrive.com

2085 E. Southern Ave. • Tempe 480-838-0477 • Cindy Stark June (Tue., Wed. & Thu. mornings) www.kogaz.org

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MARICOPA COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT 2700 N. Central Ave. #700 • Phoenix 602-652-3000 • www.mcldaz.org Maricopa County Library District Summer Reading Program. Kids up to 18 can sign up. Prizes, fun, age-appropriate activities in MCLD libraries and other participating libraries in Maricopa County. Sign-up at www.mcldaz.org/summer closer to summer. FREE. Ages: 0–18.

ORME SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP HC 63 Box 3040 • Mayer 928-632-7601 www.ormecamp.org Come out to the Ranch this summer and explore the Southwest! From June 16–July 28, ages 9–16 can enjoy a variety of camps for every adventure. Choose from Traditional Camp, Intensified Horsemanship, and Caravans throughout the Southwest region, ESL Language Institutes, as well as the option of Summer School. Traditional camp, Intensified Horsemanship, and Caravans run for two weeks each session. Come make new friends and learn or improve your horsemanship skills. Other camp activities include paintball, camping, swimming and arts & crafts.

OUT OF AFRICA WILDLIFE PARK 3505 W. SR-260 • Camp Verde 928-567-2842 • Sydney June 15 & Aug. 3 info@outofafricapark.com www.outofafricapark.com

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Play and sleep among lions, tigers, and bears! Oh, my! Celebrating 25 years in business, Out of Africa Wildlife Park is offering two exclusive campout events this summer. Mark your calendar for serious family fun! Space is limited. Please call to reserve your spot today! See website for details. Cost: See website. Ages: All ages.

PARADISE VALLEY SCHOOL OF KARATE 13647 N. 32nd St. & Thunderbird (SE corner) Mike Wall • 602-867-9204 7 a.m.–6 p.m. • pvkarate@cox.net www.PVKarate.com Summer camp includes two karate classes per day, swimming and movies. Specialized karate instruction. Camp stresses courtesy, respect, mental alertness and the discipline that goes with martial arts. Why not learn a skill as opposed to just killing time? Family rates available. Ages: 5–12.

PHOENIX ART MUSEUM 1625 N. Central Ave. • Phoenix 602-257-1880 May 18 • 12–3 p.m. • PhxArt.org PhxArtKids Days add extra fun to our already extraordinary exhibits. Ages: 5–12. Sculpture Search, May 18• Use colorful wire to create a sculpture of your own and search for 3-D artworks on the Museum’s latest scavenger hunt! Cost: Included with general admission and free for members. On any day KidPacks with activities corresponding to our Museum collection are available for kids 6–10.

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Phoenix Center for the Arts Summer Camp Extravaganza Joseph Benesh • 602-254-3100 Session 1 • June 3–21 Session 2 • June 24–July 12 Session 3 • July 15–Aug. 2 j.benesh@phoenixcenterforthearts.org phoenixcenterforthearts.org

Our Summer Extravaganza will be full days of music, dance, theatre and art (painting, drawing, photography and clay), all taught by professional artists. Each three-week session will culminate in a performance and gallery show. Cost: $450. Ages: 5–15. Before and after care available.

Phoenix Herpetological Society Reptile Encounters Summer Camp 480-513-HERP Mon.–Fri. (May–Aug.) • 9 a.m.–3 p.m. One week sessions • See website for dates camp@phoenixherp.com www.phoenixherp.com

Week-long camp design for students (ages 9–14) with a strong interest in nature and animals. Explore the fascinating world of reptiles in a combination of classroom and field sessions. Interactive and educational hands-on with some of the 1500 animals at this working sanctuary. Learn about reptile environment, anatomy/reproduction, ecosystems, proper handling and endangered species and reptile myths. Cost: $275/person, per session.

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Phoenix Parks & REC

12 community centers throughout Phoenix 602-262-6862 • early June–July phoenix.gov/recreation/rec To register: phoenix.gov/parks

Full-day supervised recreation programs are available. Centers also offer general-interest classes for all ages. Ages: 6–12 (may vary).

Phoenix Sports Center

3839 W. Indian School Rd. • Phoenix 602-269-6766 March 23–Aug. • pscsoccer@pscsoccer.com www.soccerlocker.net. See ad page 26* Escape the summer heat and come play indoor soccer. Great for kids ages 2 to 15.

Phoenix Zoo-Camp Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy. • Phoenix 602-914-4333 www.phoenixzoo.org

Children will have fascinating adventures with the natural world this summer at Camp Zoo. Each age-appropriate, weeklong session is filled with up-close animal encounters, hands-on activities, games, in-depth investigations and organized freetime. Camp Zoo is for students entering K–8 grade in the fall of 2013. Full and half day sessions available. 7 and 8 grade are only full-days and kindergarten is only a half-day option. Reservations required, please call 602-914-4333 or register at phoenixzoo.org. Cost: Full day $275 non-members, $250 members; Half day $170 non-members, $155 members.

Black Mountain BMX

Races Every Friday & Saturday Night Sign ups–6:30—7:30 pm Races starts at 8:00 pm

Wed. Night Practice 6:30—8:30 pm

Interested in quality family time, sportsmanship & racing action? Give BMX a try!

Beginner Clinic!

Every Monday, 6:30–8:30 pm • Call for details Race once without a membership. Must wear long sleeved shirt, long pants, helmet and tennis shoes.

Rent a bike! Just $5 a night!

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RAWHIDE RANCH Bonsall, Calif. (near San Diego) PO Box 216 • 760-758-0083

June 16–Aug. 17, 2013 info@rawhideranch.com www.rawhideranch.com A Southern California tradition since 1963. Features ranch activities, daily Western riding lessons, animal & horse science classes, animal care time, archery/riflery, climbing tower, vaulting lessons (gymnastics on horseback) and much more. Ideal for beginning/intermediate riders. Overnight program. ACA & CHA accredited. WAIC member camp. Cost: $930/weekly session. Ages: 7–15.

SASSY: SUMMER MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP Steele Indian School Park & Memorial Hall 300 E. Indian School Rd. • Phoenix 602-534-8659 stacia.holmes@phoenix.gov Session 1: June 3–28 Session 2: July 1–26 8 a.m.–6 p.m. (Mon.–Fri.) Registration limited to 30 children per session. Daily lunch, afternoon snack and end of session performance included. Cost: $600/child per session. Ages: 8–14.

SKORE SUMMER CAMPS FOR KIDS Gilbert/Williams Field • Gilbert Gilbert/Broadway • Mesa Elliot/Lindsay • Gilbert Power/Guadalupe • Mesa McKellips/Lindsay • Mesa

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University/Sossaman • Mesa Southern/McClintock • Tempe 480-747-5756 info@skorecamps.org www.skorecamps.org FREE EXTENDED HOURS! EARLY ENROLLMENT DISCOUNT! SIBLING DISCOUNTS! MILITARY DISCOUNTS! Come for a day, a week, or all summer! All locations serving Gilbert, Mesa and Tempe feature fun, interactive activities designed to offer your child a wide variety of organized recreational and educational excitement. SKORE offers a huge variety of recreation and sports: BASEBALL, KARATE, BASKETBALL, KICKBALL, VOLLEYBALL, SOCCER & MINI GOLF! PLUS, loads of amazing activities like weird science, Frisbee games, water fun, dance, music, super stunts, aerobics, arts, crafts, tumbling, obstacle course and more!

SPOTLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT 13550 W. Peoria Ave. # 5 • Surprise 480-296-1408 • June 3–28, 2013 spotlightentertainers@gmail.com www.spotlightentertainers.com Spotlight Entertainment is excited to be offering summer camps again this year. We have 4 camps that will be offered in the month of June. The camps are: Art Camp, Musical Theatre Camp, Dance Camp and Film Camp. Some camps are 1 week and some camps are 2 weeks. Please check out our website or give us a call for more information and to register your children today! Ages: 3–18.

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Theatre Camp, Dance Camp and Film Camp. Some camps are 1 week and some camps are 2 weeks. Please check out our website or give us a call for more information and to register your children today! Ages: 3–18.

SWIMKIDS USA SUMMER SWIM TEAM & JUMP STARTS 2725 W. Guadalupe Rd. • Mesa 480-820-9109

www.swimkidsusa.us Summer Swim Team: Offers advanced stroke instruction and competitive skills in a fun team setting. Enjoy the optimal swim team experience and fitness program. Practices two to three times per week with four Saturday meets. Pre-evaluations required. Space is limited. Swim like an Olympian! June–July. Jump Start 2-week Lessons: Experience the best of SWIMkids USA’s teaching techniques in a flexible, condensed, four days a week for two weeks program—all summer long! Comfortable, indoor pools with low student-toteacher ratios. In the Valley for 40 years. See “Double My Coupon” page 21.

YMCA CAMPING SERVICES CAMP SKY-Y 5725 S. Senator Hwy. • Prescott 800-660-1385 • Dave Fermoile June 1–July 20 djfermoile@vosymca.org azycamps.org Located in the heart of the Prescott National Forest, this summer overnight camp is a big adventure for kids 7–16—the fun and freedom of being outdoors, while learning new skills and making memories that will last a lifetime. Cost: $555–$1,000. Ages: 7–17.

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Indoor Soccer Fun this Summer! Indoor Soccer Leagues for ages 2–14 $60.00 ages 2 to 5 $105.00 ages 6 to 14 For information call (602) 269-6766 or (602) 272-2938 Email: pscsoccer@pscsoccer.com

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with Basic Skills & Academy Registration. May 11–Summer League Registration includes uniform.

Spotlight Entertainment Performing Arts Studio Sign up and pay for two camps before June 3rd and get Vocal Competition May 18th! Go to our site for details!

Musical Theatre June 10th–June 21st 9:00 a.m. to noon

$15 OFF your 3rd Camp!

Film Camp

June 24th–June 28th 9:00 a.m. to noon

Art Camp

June 3rd–June 7th 9:00 a.m. to noon

All experience levels welcome

Ages 6-18

Paint, Sculpture and Design with Recyclables

Dance Camp

July 8th–July 12th 9:00 a.m. to noon

All experience levels welcome

Vocal Training •Acting • Dance Performance

Green Screen, Character Building Film Acting and More

Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical, Ballet, Break Dancing and Crumping

Ages 3-5 & 6-18

Ages 6-18

For more details, call 480-296-1408 or email us at Spotlightentertainers@gmail.com

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Sports Programs • Sports Camps • Specialty Classes • Swim/Dive Lessons • Basketball • Volleyball

Summer Recreation Programs

Youth Programs • All Day Summer Camp Care • Summer Rec Drop-In Program • Preschool Programs • Teen Summer Programs

Rio Vista Rec Center is a full service facility that offers programming for all ages.

Rock Wall • Fitness Classes • Walking Track and More!

623-773-7137 • www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation

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3839 W. Indian School Rd.

by Reporter Sarah Plant Shumway Elementary Arizona is an interesting state. There are many parts of Arizona that enjoy cool, comfortable temperatures all summer. However, some places in Arizona such as Phoenix can get well above 100 degrees! You know 100 degrees is really hot, but sometimes it can get hotter than 100 degrees! When it’s this hot, it’s best to stay safe by drinking lots of water, keeping cool indoors, and putting plenty of sunscreen on if you go into the scorching heat. (I wouldn’t like to get burnt.) So if or when you come across this weather, be smart and safe about it! In Arizona, we must be prepared for summer and make “weather smart” choices.

Weather Station by Reporter Alyssea Immonen, Centennial Elementary

Mrs. Nieboer’s amazing fourth grade class, at Centennial Elementary School in Gilbert, worked very hard to get a weather vane and a weather station for their school! They wanted those items because they had educational value and every child would have the opportunity to learn more about weather. They were also looking forward to seeing themselves on the Friday School News Show! Every student in the class helped create a proposal to the PTO (Parent Teacher Organization). After school, two students went to the PTO meeting to present the proposal. The PTO approved! They thought it would be a marvelous idea! Now, every week, the school knows the weekly weather and fun weather information!

Adviser: Rebecca Nieboer

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CAMPS 2013 Continued from page 25 VALLEY OF THE SUN YMCA DAY CAMP 606-404-9622 Day Camp means fun all summer long for kids 3 to 17. Several theme weeks available—all under the watchful eyes of our fully-trained staff. For more info go to valleyYMCA.org

Ahwatukee Foothills Family YMCA 480-759-6762 Chandler/Gilbert Family YMCA 480-899-9622 Copper Basin Family YMCA 480-882-2242 Desert Foothills Family YMCA 480-596-9622 Flagstaff Family YMCA 928-556-9622 Glendale/Peoria Family YMCA 602-588-9622 Legacy Foundation Chris-Town YMCA 602-242-7717 Lincoln Family Downtown YMCA 602-257-5138 Maryvale Family YMCA 623-873-9622 Mesa Family YMCA 480-969-8166 Ross Farnsworth-East Valley YMCA 480-649-9622 Scottsdale/Paradise Valley Family YMCA 480-951-9622 South Mountain Family YMCA 602-276-4246 Southwest Valley Family YMCA 623-935-5193 Tempe Family YMCA 480-730-0240 Yuma Family YMCA 928-317-0522

SUMMER ATTRACTIONS & CAMP FIELD TRIP SITES BOOKMANS ENTERTAINMENT EXCHANGE Bookmans.com Phoenix • 8034 N. 19th Ave. • 602-433-0255 Mesa • 1056 S. Country Club Dr. 480-835-0505 Flagstaff • 1520 S. Riordan Ranch St. 928-774-0005 & 3 Tucson locations Check out Bookmans.com for a complete list of weekly free in-store summer kids events and activities starting June 2013!

CASTLES N’ COASTERS 9445 Metro Pkwy. • Phoenix 602-997-7575 www.castlesncoasters.com Whether you’re young or old, big or small, you’ll find lots of fun, food and excitement at Arizona’s Finest Family Fun and Thrill Park. Castles N’ Coasters opens its six most popular rides and attractions for your children, camp or group field trip. Groups can bring a sack lunch or purchase food from our snack bar. See our website for attraction information, events, park hours, prices and general coupons. Minimum attendance required.

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FAMILY MOVIE SERIES Friday Evenings at Kiwanis Park May 3–31, 2013 • Movies start at dusk (approximately 7 p.m.) www.tempe.gov/movies • 480-350-5200 Bring your blankets, a picnic dinner, and the entire family to enjoy: May 3-Wreck It Ralph (PG); May 10-Brave (PG); May 17-Peter Pan (G); May 24-Finding Nemo (G) and May 31-Monsters, Inc. (G).

HARKINS THEATRES SUMMER MOVIE FUN

ULTRALUXE SCOTTSDALE & ULTRASTAR MULTI-TAINMENT CENTER @AK-CHIN CIRCLE Summer Movie Series 9090 E. Indian Bend Rd. 16000 Maricopa Rd. May 27–Aug. 2 • Doors open 9 a.m., movie starts 9:30 a.m. (Mon.–Fri.) ultrastarmovies.com All films G or PG. Cost: $10 movie package for only $5, 50¢ per movie. Movies include The Lorax,Ice Age, Big Miracle (PG), & more!

1-800-601-4SMF (763) May 27–Aug. 2 www.HarkinsTheatres.com/SMF

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Summer Movie Fun is Back! 10 kids’ movies for $7 starts May 27. Movies include Mirror Mirror, Hotel Transylvania, Madagasar 3, Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, Ice Age 4, Rise of the Guardians and more. Don’t miss the fun!

MCCORMICK-STILLMAN RAILROAD PARK 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd. • Scottsdale 480-312-2312 Sundays • 7:30–9 p.m. www.therailroadpark.com May 12 • Flipside-45 (Oldies) May 19 • Raun Alosi & 60 Degrees North (Mix of soul, classic rock, R&B and pop) May 26 • Rock Lobster (Retro ’80s) June 2 • Groove Merchants (Big city sound with hot horn section) June 9 • The JJ’s (Motown 80’s) (Motown to the ’80s dance music) June 16 • Static (Retro/Ol’ skool dance/rock) June 23 • Georgia Chrome (New country) June 30 • Cold Shott and the Hurricanes (Classic rock and R&B) July 7 • Mogollon (High energy country)

SEA LIFE ARIZONA 5000 S. Arizona Mills Cir. • Tempe 480-478-7600 www.sealifeus.com A great adventure for any summer camp. Come face to face with more than 5,000 sea creatures in displays that recreate natural habitats. Guests see all types of different sea creatures including sharks, rays, tropical fish, jellyfish, sea horses, a green sea turtle and more. Knowledgeable staff on hand to offer amazing facts about creatures you’ll see. Cost: Check website. Coupon online at bearessentialnews.com/coupons.php. See column page 16. Ages: 3–12.

WILDLIFE WORLD ZOO & AQUARIUM 16501 W. Northern • Litchfield Park 623-935-9453 (WILD) Open 365 days a year • Field trips Mon.–Fri. Zoo: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. • Aquarium: 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Special rates for evening aquarium admission www.wildlifeworld.com Onsite programs • 623-935-5692 x106 Arizona’s largest collection of exotic animals, a new aquarium with 75 exhibits, including Amazon River Monsters, make our zoo perfect for family outings and summer camps. Family membership includes free unlimited zoo & aquarium admission for members. Field trip: $8/student, $15/ adult, one adult free with every 10 paying students (10 student min.). Our onsite outreach programs can also bring the zoo and multiple live animals to you anywhere valleywide! Admission coupon online at bearessentialnews.com/coupons.php.

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