2017 Austin Camp Guide by Statesman Media

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Explore the wonder of the rainforest at Austin STEAM Scout Camp STATESMAN CONTENT MARKETING

t’s the third year for the Austin STEAM Scout Camp, and they’re gearing up to explore one of Earth’s greatest treasures — TechLab: Rainforest. “With two great new classes, this year will be amazing,” says Jessica Snider, Director of STEM, Conservation and Sustainability, Boy Scouts Capitol Area Council. “Every year we have a theme that trains kids to live in extreme environments. This year it’s going to be rainforest, so we’re working with partners to develop ways to teach camp participants citizen science programming, VR and drone science and expedition planning and expedition gear development.” The Austin STEAM Camp provides the type of engagement, excitement and hands-on activities required for successful early STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) ed-

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ucation. Camp attendees will use tools like DSLR cameras, laser cutter/engravers, 3D printers, robotics kits (including state-of-the-art NAO robots), hydrology display boards, Adobe Creative Suite software, VR and remote sensing to explore, study, design and create. The camp will also feature classes like Toy Design (for younger kids) and Model Design (for older kids) where attendees will learn everything from the basics of CAD design and Tinkercad to working with and taking care of the actual 3D printers. The camp is open to boys and girls entering the Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth and Ninth grades, and camp participants do not have to be a

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registered Boy Scout or Girl Scout to attend. Week 1 will run June 13-June 17, Week 2 will run June 20-June 24, Week 3 will run June 27-July 1, Week 4 will run July 11-July 15 and Week 5 will run July 17-21. There are 800 spaces available, with 8 different class options for kids ages 11 and up, and four topics covered in the classes for kids age 10 and under. In a world where more and more jobs require knowledge of STEM, this camp is one that will be a learning experience for any camp goer. “One of the things we push is, to be a good citizen, you really need to understand STEM,” says Snider. “You need to know how science and technology affects our world.”

The camp also believes that STEAM should available to all youth, and is working to ensure opportunities are in place so anyone who wants to attend is able to do so. Generous grants have allowed the camp to provide scholarships for students from disadvantaged areas. The camp provides free breakfast and lunches for attendees who come in on scholarship, along with transportation. “Attendance in a camp like this can make the big different in students’ STEM readiness,” says Snider. “By knock down barriers like cost and transportation, we aim to make sure all youth know that STEM can be for them.” Registration is $325 per youth, and will include a T-shirt, patch, flash drive and two nutritious snacks daily. Box lunches are available for order for each day; please select this option during registration and indicate any dietary concerns. For registration and more info, visit www.techlab.camp.

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GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA

Prepare for EPIC fun at Girl Scout summer camp STATESMAN CONTENT MARKETING

ARNING: This is NOT your everyday summer experience. Girls must come ready to play, explore, discover, and have the time of their life. It’s going to be EPIC. Girls live in a world of screens—Smartphone! Laptop! TV! Tablet!—and sometimes they just need to get away from it all. We get it. That’s why we have camp! At Girl Scout summer camp, the adventure is high and the fun is big— like, really BIG. Every girl should have the chance to spend their summer trying new things, exploring the great outdoors, making incredible memories with awesome new friends, and grow under the supervision and mentorship of highly trained camp staff. Whether coming for the day or a twoweek overnight adventure, at Girl Scout camp, girls learn new skills, meet new people, and try things they have never done before like sailing, horseback riding, even wand making and playing a lively game of Quidditch at our “Harriett Potter” camp! Girl Scout camps offer something for every girl: outdoor adventures, wacky water fun at the pool, team challenges, creative crafts, games and so much more! Super fun camp themes include: Wilderness Explorers, Cowgirl Splash, Smooth Sailing, Agents of SHIELD Training Camp, Girl Scouts to the Rescue, Survivor, Flashlights and Fairy Tales, CSI, Zombiepocalypse, and of course Harriett Potter camp where girls really discover the magic of camp. All girls are welcome! Not a Girl Scout yet? No problem! Every girl joins Girl Scouts at registration if they aren’t already a

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member. Want to join but have a financial obstacle? Girl Scouts of Central Texas believes in the importance of the camp experience for every young person. We work hard to make sure that camp is financially within reach for every Girl Scout! Our 2017 Camp Guide is an invaluable resource to help a girl choose the camp program that’s right for her. Learn about what makes each of our adventures unique, what to expect during the process of registration, and where to find answers about what our campers can expect during their stay. Girl Scouts of Central Texas camp builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. But most of all they are a FUN place for girls to spend their summer! Away from the screens and pressures of everyday life. Join us for an unforgettable summer! Visit www.gsctx.org to learn more about helping a girl go to camp and become

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Texas camps are accredited through the American Camp Association.

Are You Ready For An Adventure? SUMMER CAMP . . .

Join us for an incredible Summer Camp experience! • Kinder–13 Years • In-House Special Events • Exciting Weekly Field Trips • Kids’ Choice Special Interest Clubs • Exciting Theme-Based Units

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THE CONTEMPORARY AUSTIN

Students enjoy painting, drawing, jewelry making, mosaics, and more at The Contemporary Austin STATESMAN CONTENT MARKETING

he natural setting at The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria has been fostering creativity and enhancing visual awareness for visitors for more than 50 years, and this summer is no exception with a wide variety of programs for all ages. Highly qualified art teachers guide students in small classes (12 to 13 kids) as they learn to observe the beauty that surrounds them and appreciate it through the creation of art. They’re looking forward to artistically inspiring the more than 2,500 kids who are expected to enroll this summer in classes on the gorgeous 12-acre historic site at The Contemporary Austin – Art School at Laguna Gloria. “The kids love exploring the grounds,” says Judith Sims, site director for the campus, which is located off MoPac on West 35th Street on Lake Austin. “In the Beautiful Bugs class, for example, 4-and-5-year-olds learn how art and biology intersect and re-create the beauty and color found in nature, while in Photo and Photoshop, older kids get to know the natural landscape through the lens of their cameras, before exploring the creative possibilities of Photoshop in the studio.” In addition to painting, drawing, mosaics, jewelry making, and more, every year brings some new ideas and new classes for kids and for teens. Younger students can join for the new clay class Tots Making Pots, where they can use ingredients from the kitchen to make works of art that are both useful and beautiful. Or they can learn their Art ABCs, honing their visual intelligence as they explore painting, drawing, and sculpture and delve into concepts like color, pattern, and

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space. While most classes take place at Laguna Gloria, this year teens can trade lakeside tranquility for the dynamic action of downtown Austin in the class Skyline Drawing. Students meet on The Moody Rooftop at the museum’s Jones Center location for an immersive new drawing class that incorporates this rich urban environment, where artist Jim Hodges’s inspiring outdoor sculpture, With Liberty and Justice for All (A Work in Progress), hovers over the streetscape below. AUSTIN AMERICAN-STATESMAN

“We have whimsical classes for the younger kids and more serious explorations of art-making techniques for the older kids who want to try something new or build on their skills,” Sims contin-

ued. “And all of these high-quality programs take full advantage of our beautiful locations — Laguna Gloria’s wooded beauty on Lake Austin and the Jones Center’s unique urban milieu.” Week-long summer classes begin June 5 and run through August 18. Classes are held weekdays 9 a.m. until noon, and 1 until 4 p.m. Classes fill quickly, so don’t wait to sign up. Register online at www.thecontemporaryaustin. org, or by calling 512-323- 6380. A limited number of scholarships are available.

TEXARTS

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ince 2006 TexARTS, a nonprofit performing and visual arts center, has called the Lake Travis area home. Located in the heart of Lakeway, TexARTS has served thousands of Austin area students by offering yearround arts education classes in voice, dance, acting and the visual arts. The TexARTS Academy produces a full season of completely staged youth and teen musicals. TexARTS will kick off the summer with the musical theatre production of the Broadway hit Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Jr.” ( June 5-25). Young actors, ages 7–14, of all levels are invited to audition for this three-week production-based camp. The Youth Summer Musical allows students to rehearse

while receiving instruction in acting, dance and vocal technique. The camp culminates in public performances on June 22-25 at the Kam & James Morris

Theatre at TexARTS. Placement auditions will be held the first day of camp and everyone gets a role. TexARTS will also offer the

popular series of youth summer performing and visual arts camps and a variety of programming for children and teens of all levels. This year’s lineup includes the youth acting intensive “The Cinderella Chronicles” ( June 26 – July 7) and “Charlotte’s Web” ( July 17 -28), and a dance technique intensive (August 7-11) led by Broadway veteran Darren Gibson. The weekly “Best of” camps offer students the opportunity to learn songs, scenes and choreography from various Broadway shows including Moana, Wicked, Annie, Hairspray, and other kid friendly musicals. These weeklong camps are under the guidance of experienced professionals and will focus on basic vocal technique, acting skills, dance and musical theatre. Each camp ends with a public performance

for friends and family. Young painters, sculptors and artists have the opportunity to enroll in four different visual arts camps. Each session is designed to let campers work with different materials and focus on various techniques. Campers, ages 2–4, can take part in Mini Camps that are an exciting introduction to the world of theater. Weekly themes include Super Heroes Unite, Elsa and Olaf ’s Summer Vacation and the Cat in the Hat’s Madcap Adventure. TexARTS summer session begins June 5 and run through August 18. Camps will be held at TexARTS in the Erin Doherty Studios (2300 Lohmans Spur, Suite #160, Lakeway, TX). For more information or to register, visit www.tex-arts.org or call 512852-9079 x104.

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JUNIOR FUN TO ROW AGES 12-15 NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! The Austin Rowing Club

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all middle school and high school students for a week of FUN on the water!

Daily sessions include a variety of kayaking, small boat rowing, basic rowing technique, nature walks and lots of fun on the lake! Come on down this summer to learn more about rowing on Lady Bird Lake.

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all athletes to join the ARC Coaches for a week Young athletes will learn the basic rowing technique, spend time in a variety of boats and gain knowledge about racing and training in the fastest growing sport. Join us this summer to test your fitness and gain new skills!

Please visit austinrowing.org for more information!

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EXTEND-A-CARE

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aring for kids is what Extend-A-Care does all year long. The organization was formed to provide quality, affordable child care for parents and it runs 75 after-school camps in school districts across the Austin metro area. But why not keep the learning and good times going all summer? Extend-A-Care is now registering for all-day licensed child care for children 3-12 years old for weekly summer sessions that start June 5 and run through August 11. Each week has its own theme, taken from literature books that the students read. From the books springs a curriculum that offers children a continuous source of new and engaging material and

themed activities throughout the week. Examples of the sessions include “Surfs Up! Aloha Summer!” (Session 1) where campers ride the waves of summer fun with activities that are sure to make a splash! Surf ’s up, dude! Campers also will learn about the island culture of our 50th state, as well as the power of the ocean, through music, experiments, surfing games, and various children’s literature.

The week of August 1418 (Session 11) is “The Sky’s the Limit!” This week full of aerodynamic crafts and fantasy flights of fun will inspire campers to investigate the world of aviation, high-flying adventure books and the wonder of being able to fly. The affordable fee covers care from 7:15 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. for most of the 10 sites (7 a.m. for Hays and Galindo locations), snacks at mid-morning and in the afternoon, and weekly field trips plus swimming twice a week to stay cool. Fee assistance is available. There is also a discount for those who pay in advance for a full summer of child care by May 12. To sign up, log on to www.eackids.org. For more information call 512472-9402.

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SHERWOOD FOREST

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Immerse in nature at medieval Sherwood Forest Summer Camp STATESMAN CONTENT MARKETING

magine the creative answers Sherwood Forest Summer Camp goers give when asked by their teachers that quintessential question this fall: What did you do this summer? You can bet the answer won’t be about the latest video games. In fact, the reply might even come in proper Queen’s English. Sherwood Forest Summer Camp activities, which start July 9-15, takes place in a 23-acre wooded medieval village where campers are transported back to a world of knights, ladies and a simpler way of life. Campers now have the option to sleep in the castle or “rough it” in a pavilion where they might have a late-night visit from the Merry Folk of Sherwood Forest. While at camp, kids are immersed in nature, new experiences and building friendships. Modern devices like cell phones, video games and television aren’t available, giving youngsters an opportunity to fully engage and explore a magical

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Renaissance world. “Green” campers, who have never attended the camp, will follow the Path of the Scholar where they learn a bit of everything, experiencing 10-12 classes twice per week. All Sea Dragons (age 7-9) will follow the Path of the Scholar as well. “Veteran” campers — those who have already attended at least one week of Sherwood Forest Summer Camp — can continue following the Path of the Scholar, or if they are age 10 and older, they can choose the specialist path offered during their session as an alternative. Specialist paths offer campers the opportu-

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nity to delve more deeply into that week’s subject matter. New campers attending multiple weeks must follow the Path of the Scholar their first week and then may choose either to continue as a Scholar or to specialize for subsequent week(s). Developing skills essential to daily Renaissance life is exciting and edifying for young campers, especially at an impressionable age when positive influences are most valuable. Try Falconry, Blacksmithing, Leatherworking and more. Session 1 runs July 9-15, Session 2 is July 16-22 and Session 3 is July 23-29. And for those parents who may be a bit jealous of the fun our campers have been having, there is now a weekend “Grown Up Camp” that runs July 23-25. With a maximum of 160 campers per session, early registration is important. Complete details on the camp, schedules and activities, including a downloadable brochure, are available at www.sherwoodforestfaire.com.

Aquatic Science

Adventure Camp

Whether it’s exploring a wild cave, rafting down a river, or being amazed at the microscopic life in a drop of water - give your child an unforgettable nature experience this summer! Day-camps and overnight sessions Ages 9-15

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LONESTAR SOCCER CLUB

Learn skills and have fun with Lonestar

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ome and have fun kicking a ball around this summer and improve your soccer skills at a Lonestar Soccer Club (LSC) camp. Lonestar Premier Camps are designed around developing a playerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s individual technique and love for the game in a fun, safe and challenging environment. Premier camps are designed for U5-U12 boys and girls of all skill levels and are held at locations from South Austin to Williamson County, Round Rock and Taylor. The typical student -teacher ratio is 12:1 or better. Each day includes individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages, speed and agility training

and daily tournaments. The experienced and nationally licensed staff is from Spain, Argentina, Brazil, United Kingdom, United States and Canada. Each coach has extensive professional soccer coaching experience, and offers an unmatched level of talent and enthusiasm

for teaching your child the greatest game in the world. Camps start at Spring Break and run through summer and winter. Spring and winter camps are a set fee of $150, and summer camps are $225. Each camp runs from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Campers should bring snacks and a bag lunch each day. And every summer camper receives a free Nike camp T-shirt and soccer ball. Ready to play? For more information, visit www. lonestar-sc.com or contact Robert Lopez at rlopez@ lonestar-sc.com.

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MCKINNEY ROUGHS

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ampers ages 5 to 15 can discover the great outdoors at scenic McKinney Roughs Nature Park. Thirteen miles east of Austin, nestled along the Colorado River and the Lost Pines, McKinney Roughs has 1,100 acres of pine forests, box canyons and post oak meadows to explore. McKinney Roughs summer camps are based on a child’s age at the time camp starts. Each week’s camp activities revolve around a different outdoor theme and are led by experienced camp counselors. Activities include river rafting and zip lining, as well as uncovering the native plant and animal species in the area. “We’ve provided outdoor experiences for campers at McKinney Roughs for 15 years,” said LCRA Park Program Coordinator Erin Holley. “Our day camp is a great option for parents who want their children to have fun and educational outdoor experiences but still have them close to home.” Outdoor Camp ($225 per week): Tonkawa campers (Ages 5-6) can swim at Bastrop State Park, climb the rock wall and participate in a campwide field day. There will be guided hikes, guest presentations, field studies, games and activities tied to various outdoor themes. Comanche (Ages 7-8) and Caddo (Ages 9-12) campers will swim at Bastrop State Park, experience select high elements on the challenge course and raft the Colorado River or Lake Bastrop.

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In addition, there will be guided hikes, guest presentations, field studies, games and activities tied to various outdoor themes. Teen Adventure

Camp ($225 per week): Teen campers (Ages 13-15) will experience the thrill of high elements on the challenge course, including riding an exciting zip line, taking a kayaking

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trip down the Colorado River and working with a group to plan and execute various outdoor adventures. McKinney Roughs provides up to eight weeks of

day camp — from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday — beginning June 19. Each one-week session is $225. A daily shuttle service from two convenient Austin locations (3700 Lake Austin Blvd. and 3505 Montopolis Drive) is available for an additional fee. Before and after care is available

onsite during sessions three ( July 10-14) and six ( July 31-Aug. 4). The cost is $30 for either before or after care, or $60 for both. Before care is from 7-9 a.m., and after care is from 4-6 p.m. For more information and to register, visit lcra. org/camps or call 512– 303–5073.

BALLET AUSTIN

Imagine, dance, discover and play at Ballet Austin’s summer camps STATESMAN CONTENT MARKETING

hildren are born with oceans of creativity and love to express themselves through movement. Ballet Austin Kids Camps bring fun and imaginative worlds for children (ages 4 to 10) where they explore their innate creativity through the art of movement and music. Here’s a preview of what’s in store for this summer’s camps at Ballet Austin: Imagination in Motion Camp: A Wildlife Safari (ages 4-8) | June 5–9: 9:30 a.m. - noon: A journey through jungles, deserts, and forests where children discover exciting animals of the wild. Imagine running like giraffes, dancing bears, playful monkeys, lions, lizards, and more! Children will experience the natural world through games, crafts, animal fun, dance and movement activities. The Broadway Kids Camp: Disney Classics (ages 5-10) | June 12–16: 9 a.m. –12:15 p.m.: Children discover aspects of

musical theatre as they learn kid-friendly choreography and favorite songs from well-known Disney Broadway musicals! Each day features singing, dancing, rehearsals and games, with a fun performance in the theater on the final day. Dance Discoveries Camp: Favorite Fairies of the Ballet (ages 5-10) | August 7–11: 8:30 a.m. - noon: Features classic ballet favorites such as The Sleeping Beauty, A Midsummer Night’s Dream,

and Cinderella. Children learn about the different stories and characters that inhabit these classic fairy tales, and learn some of the steps and other

choreographic elements that go into creating these magical characters on stage. Dance Discoveries Camp: Peter Pan! (ages 5-10) | August 14–18: 1 – 4:30 p.m.: A journey to Neverland with Peter Pan, Wendy, and Captain Hook! Children learn about this magical fairytale, its music and characters while learning some of the steps and other choreographic elements that go into creating these playful characters on stage. “Our camps are designed to give children the opportunity to explore dance movement and related art forms through music, story, dance, and the visual arts,” said Vicki Parsons, Butler Center for Dance & Fitness Director. Children discover, create, and have fun while preparing for a special performance for family and friends on the last day of the camp. All camps are held at Ballet Austin’s Butler Dance Education Center located at 501 West 3rd Street. For registration information, visit balletaustin.org/kidscamps or call 512501-8704.

YOUNG PEOPLES WORKSHOP

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oung Peoples Workshop (YPW) in Austin, TX offers a unique spin on summer camp, with customizable camp options and even a full-immersion Spanish Day Camp that are sure to make your child’s summer one of learning, creativity and fun. Available to children ages 3 to 12, YPW leads more than 28 camps including science, art and technology camps offered in English. These camps include “The Scientific Artist” where your child will discover the artistic side of science (i.e. the difference between light and pigment), “Engineering FUNdamentals” where campers learn how engineers apply scientific and technical knowledge to design machines and devices through hands-on activities, and “Mosaics & Sculptures” where

your child will utilize no-bake clay, glass tiles, wire, fabric and more to create beautiful sculptures and mosaics. Campers can choose a variety of classes to create a customized schedule based on their interests. “We have a camp for every child’s curiosities,” said Monica Moreno, director of YPW.

“We make learning exciting by creating an interactive and individualized experience for every camper.” YPW also offers the “YPW Spanish Immersion Day Camp.” This is the only YPW camp offered in Spanish, and all activities are conducted entirely in Spanish, with beginner to

advanced levels for preschool to middle school age groups. “The best way to learn a language is to become completely immersed in it,” said Moreno. “Even beginner students become quickly comfortable with this method of education.” Instructors use a playful teaching style, with dramatic presentation, songs, games, miming and gestures to enhance both comprehension and fun during this full-immersion camp experience. Spanish Camp features unique curriculum such as how to prepare and cook traditional Latin American dishes, as well as a variety of field trips to a Latin Supermarket, Latin TV News Station, Austin Zoo, Mexican-American Cultural Center and more. YPW is also helping to ease the registration and selection process for parents by designing a customized summer camp AUSTIN AMERICAN-STATESMAN

schedule, ensuring a rich and diverse experience for the camper. This “YPW customized camp experience” is available at www.ypwkids.com/specialcampschedule. Parents can fill out the online form, and YPW will custom-select camps in both English and Spanish for each campers. YPW can also customize the whole summer to include only camps in science, technology and art in English, or a combination of both English and Spanish camps. YPW Camps run Monday through Friday from June to August, with full and half day options available. All YPW instructors are certified schoolteachers or highly trained professionals with extensive experience. For the summer camp registration form and more information about YPW, please visit www.ypwkids.com. FRIDAY, FEB 24, 2017

ST. STEPHEN’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

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Activities: Swimming, sports lessons, enrichment activities, reading, games, weekly field trips, creative arts, science, and more! Camp sites at elementary schools in Austin, Del Valle & Hays Con. districts Weekly sessions with weekly themes Hours 7:15 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Reduced Fees Available Licensed Care for Ages 3-12

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t. Stephen’s Episcopal School is hosting a summer of fantastic camp experiences for all young artists from Austin, Central Texas and beyond. All camps are hosted on the beautiful 370-acre St. Stephen’s campus nestled in the hills of West Austin. The campus offers breathtaking views and state-of-the-art facilities perfect for camps. The fine arts facilities include a 400-seat theater, dance studios, recording studios, photography studio and a darkroom as well as art classrooms and other performance spaces. 24-hour security ensures peace of mind for all parents regardless of whether your child is

attending day or residential camps. There’s something for those interested or talented in photography, improvisational acting, singing, playing in a band, directing, producing or movie making. The World of Improv is an exploration of all aspects of improv comedy and theatre performance. From storytelling, to off-the-cuff scene work to straight up wacky gameplay, campers will be certain to get a heavy dose of hilarious as Mr. Sweetlamb (a near 20-year veteran of improv who has trained at Second City) delves deep into his bag of tricks. These will not be games played in any other theatre class but a whole new slate of fun games. Photography Camp is

an introductory photography course designed for middle and high school students. Students will be introduced to basic principles of photography (f-stops, shutter speeds, composition, lighting) and the digital darkroom, including basic Photoshop techniques. Students will have the opportunity to shoot a variety of subjects, including portraits, landscapes, and still lifes. Individual interests and ideas are encouraged as students build their portfolios. The daily schedule will include shooting time in the studio and in the natural environment on campus. The course will end with a brief introduction to alternative processes such as cyanotypes.

ST. STEPHEN’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL VocalEase Singing Camp. Experiencing the whole body as the vocal instrument creates a foundation for developing a singer’s fullest potential. In VocalEase Singing Camp, young singers will learn the mechanics of the vocal instrument, will be coached with the most current and cutting edge methods of voice training in bodywork and alignment, and practice the stability and beauty of traditional Bel Canto training. Singers can step into a new level of vocal freedom to optimize creative vocal expression. Rock On! Each summer there are some kids who don’t want to play sports or make pottery. They want to wear ripped jeans and play their music loud. Introducing Rock On. Campers will experience the evolution of rock through band formation, songwriting and specialized instruction. Our budding rock stars will record, mix and produce each other’s music. They’ll practice like pros, with pros. Texas Arts Project offers a personalized artistic journey combining inter-disciplinary coursework, individual attention from industry professionals, artistic challenges encouraging growth, and a safe space for students from all backgrounds to overcome personal artis-

tic obstacles. There is no benchmark at TAP camp. We believe that with direction and motivation, each camper can push beyond his or her perceived personal limitations. Teachers use the small classes as an opportunity to advance and enhance each student’s personal journey. Fast-paced, professional-style rehearsals and film shoots allow campers to excel as both artists and people. Campers leave with a sense of personal fulfillment, often exhibiting greater self-confidence, a deeper passion for their art form and a true commitment to themselves, their art, and the people around them. For more information about all summer programs at St. Stephen’s go to www.sstx.org/summercamps, contact Shane Maguire at smaguire@sstx.org or call 512-327-1213.

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n the spirit of fall, I took my children to a nearby farm for some outdoor fun. Squatting in a small field, I attempted to capture some cute pumpkin patch photos while the children sat on the itchy hay squinting in the sunlight: “It too bright, Mommy!” my 3-year-old says. My older daughter whines, “I’m hot!” And then the baby falls back, hits her head on a pumpkin and begins to wail. Outdoor time over… All too often outdoor time is grouped in the “Maybe later…” category of our lives or we shorten it to fifteen minute chunks of time and call it recess. Why is that, I wonder? Maybe it’s the challenge of getting out there… sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, insect repellent, proper footwear, proper outer wear, etc. Or the fears that have become associated with the outdoors: sunburn leads to

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skin cancer, mosquito bites lead to Zika virus, and boisterous play leads to broken bones. In a startling statistic by James Campbell in his publication “Are we Raising a Generation of Nature-Phobic Kids?” he states, “Many children now spend less than 30 minutes per week playing outside. It’s not just kids and their preoccupation with iPads and video games, or busy streets and ‘stranger danger’ that is fueling the disinclination to get outdoors. It’s a widespread phenomenon. Grown-ups fare little better. Statistics from the Environmental Protection Agency suggest that adults, too, spend 93% of their lives inside buildings or vehicles, living under what nature writer Richard Louv calls “protective house arrest.” (ExchangeEveryDay, Sept. 6, 2016) Less than 30 minutes PER WEEK! As I attempt to pick my jaw up off the floor, consider the following: • According to research, children

who play outdoors regularly are happier, healthier, stronger, and more imaginative than children who do not spend time outdoors. (Head Start Body Start, 2014) • Time spent outdoors is the best way to get vitamin D. Vitamin D is necessary for a properly functioning immune system and plays a role in regulating a person’s mood. (Head Start Body Start, 2014) • As time spent outdoors has dwindled, childhood obesity rates have more than tripled over the past three decades. (Spencer, 2007)

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STEPPING STONE SCHOOL • Outdoor play provides ample opportunity for children to practice and develop physically through ball-handling skills, climbing, jumping, and running. (Pica, 2014) • Imaginative play outdoors fosters independence, social skills, and cooperation. (Pica, 2014) • Playing outside provides children with the opportunity to connect with nature and builds a healthy respect for nature. (Spencer, 2007) So, the next time you are tempted, to again place outdoor time in the “Maybe later…” category consider the benefits which ultimately outweigh the momentary hassles and allow your children to soak up the sunshine and fun. Susan Brunk is M. Ed. Associate Director of Curriculum at Stepping Stone School.

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aramount Academy for the Arts Summer Camp offers something special. Perhaps it is the historic venue. Maybe it’s the uniquely themed camps or the dynamic faculty. One thing is certain, Paramount Academy for the Arts Summer Camp offers a camp experience you won’t find anywhere else in Austin. “This was the most organized, well-put-together, creative, structured, and fun camp any of my kids have ever attended. The communication was above and beyond amazing and my daughter can’t wait to come back next year!” said the parent of a Paramount Camper. The Paramount Academy of the Arts will have 10 exciting weeks of summer camps for students entering 1st grade all the way through high school. No matter your interest, we have a camp for you! Camp Paramount is a fun and fast-paced 2-week musical theater camp where campers perform

Broadway style musical numbers and iconic pop hits on the historic Paramount Stage. There are four sessions on-site at the Paramount and one offered in South Austin. Camp Story Wranglers is inspired by the award-winning, hugely popular in-school Paramount Story Wranglers program. Campers will explore story-writing, songwriting, costume and prop design, as well

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as acting, to create a new, thrilling, hilarious, weird, poignant, SNLstyle, you-name-it production. There is one session offered on-site at the Paramount and one in North Austin. roboARTS Camp combines playmaking and robotics. Students in roboARTS write original plays, design and program robots, and then perform in their plays alongside their original robot characters.

AUSTIN DAY CAMPS for kids in grades K-8 25 camps over five weeks in June, July, August: STEAM, Athletics, Visual Arts, Theatre, Theme Camps, and more!

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PARAMOUNT THEATRE This exciting new camp is offered through a partnership with Science in a Suitcase and will be hosted at Hyde Park Baptist Church. For older students, Paramount Academy for the Arts offers Summer Technique Intensives for Teens. This summer’s intensives include Film Acting, Comedy, and Song Writing, all offered on-site at the Paramount. At Paramount Academy for the Arts Summer Camp your child will hone their craft as a singer, dancer, actor and triplet threat performer. They will learn artistic skills from some of Austin’s most celebrated artists, and they will channel their creativity and see their own original stories come to life. Paramount Academy offers experiences you won’t find anywhere else in a venue second-to-none. For registration and information, visit www.austintheatre.org/camps, email summercamps@austintheatre.org or call 512-692-0526.

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ustin is filled with students playing in their school band or orchestra or taking private lessons. The Austin Chamber Music Workshop is the perfect place for young musicians to come together in a supportive and challenging environment to hone their skills by playing in a small ensemble with new friends. Based on auditions in May, students are placed into a small ensemble with students of similar age and ability and assigned music that is appropriate for their skill level but still challenging. Each day during the workshop they meet with their ensemble and an instructor who has expertise in the ensemble’s unique instrument configuration. Students

also participate in electives such as music composition and improvisation for more creative outlets. ACMC is honored to once again host the workshop at the impeccable facilities in the University of Texas’ Butler School of Music. “The opportunity for workshop students to get a taste of a day in the life of a college music student is a huge benefit of our program along with the expert faculty instruction and explorative elective classes offered each summer,” says Artistic Director Michelle Schumann. Jeni Gossard, ACMC’s Director of Education, discusses the advantages of practicing with both standard and uniquely arranged ensembles: “The workshop is open to young artists who play any instrument, which is

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something that differentiates our program from others. Students learn to play in both standard and unique instrument configurations, making them more versatile and open-minded in their musical development. “Each member of our incredibly talented faculty team comes from a diverse musical background, which allows students the opportunity to explore new musical ideas.” The workshop runs concurrently with the Austin Chamber Music Festival featuring an international array of chamber music’s best and brightest stars. The visiting artists make themselves available to Workshop students for master classes, noonday concerts, and question and answer sessions. All students receive three free tickets to every festival concert.

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Student graduates of the workshop have gone on to form professional ensembles of their own, teach at the university level, and play in internationally recognized symphony and opera groups. Of course, not every young musician will go on to become professional. ACMC develops and

implements the curriculum in a way that ensures the positive impact of working in a small team towards a common goal has lasting benefits on all students. The 2017 Austin Chamber Music Workshop is open to students aged 7-18. Students aged 7-10 participate in the Prima-

ry Division, which runs weekdays from July 10-22. Students aged 11-18 make up the Young Artists Division, which runs weekdays from July 6-22. There is also an Adult Division that runs from July 5-20 for parents looking to play in a chamber ensemble and/or orchestra.

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he School of Rock is the nation’s premier performance-based rock school. They teach guitar, bass, drums, keys and vocals via a unique combination of private instruction and group rehearsals, which gets students playing on stage as quickly as possible. The instructors are all professional Austin musicians, each with years of experience in the music business. In addition to year-round performance programs, the School of Rock offers one and two week summer camp sessions. The comprehensive camp experience is designed to hone music performance and ensemble skills in a creative and fun environment. They use Rock ‘n’ Roll to teach guitar, bass, drums, vocals and keys, culminating in an awesome live show on the final day. Camps cater to rockers aged 6-18 of all skill levels — from beginners who are brand new to an instrument to more advanced

rockers with some experience under their studded belts. Students work in a hands-on atmosphere that includes: • Learning the nuts and bolts of live performance • Studio/band rehearsal time • Individual and group instruction from a highly skilled staff • Music theory and Rock & Roll music appreciation • Interacting with other young musicians • A live rock show performance Last year’s camps sold out, so take advantage of this awesome deal for Statesman readers only: If

you enroll before April 1, you will receive 25% off any summer camp tuition. Just use the coupon code SORSTATESMAN2017 at checkout. Here’s what’s in store for Summer 2017: • Rookies camp: Introduces the music fundamentals in a fun way to beginners aged 6-8. • Rock 101 camps: The perfect opportunity for budding young rockers aged 8 to 13 to learn the skills necessary to rock out in a band, with a righteous live rock show at the end of the week. • Songwriting camp: Learn about the craft of writing original music and end the week with a recording of your own creation. • Performance camps: “British Invasion,” “Summer of Love 50th Anniversary,” “Legends of Rock” and “Indie Rock”: Campers aged 10–18 with at least a year of previous musical experience rehearse as a band during the week in preparation for an awesome live rock show on the final day of camp.

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Give your kids a combination of Learning and Adventure at the TTU Junction Outdoor School camp. Activities Include: Studying water quality, wildlife, birds, and plants; Identifying stars; Archery, Fishing; Aging a Tree, Kayaking, and Low Ropes to build self-esteem through Teamwork.

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Why this camp? Most students lose at least one month of learning in the summer. Through STEM based hands-on adventures and fun traditional camp activities, your student will be better prepared for next year. *For more Information or to Register, call 806-834-5625 or email outdoorschool.junction@ttu.edu **We are only taking 50 students per camp so don’t delay!**

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SCHOOL OF ROCK

Broadcast Camp Founded in 1998, the School of Rock is the inspiration for the blockbuster Jack Black film School of Rock (2003). School of Rock Austin was the 8th school founded in the School of Rock family back in 2005. Since

then, they produced more than 100 shows, and just recently celebrated their 11th anniversary in Austin. In the process, they have empowered thousands of young musicians by teaching kids how to rock on stage and in life.

For more details and to reserve your spot, visit http://rocki.ng/austinrockcamps, call 512-670-2360 or email austin@schoolofrock.com. The School of Rock is located at 2525 W. Anderson Lane, Suite 138, Austin, TX, 78757.

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The K-MAC Sports Camp will give invaluable training and hands-on experience for youngsters wanting to learn about sports broadcasting. The K-MAC Sports staff, with over 100 years of combined broadcast experience, will give each camper personalized guidance on getting into and advancing a career in sports broadcasting.

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illiam Shakespeare wrote, “All the world’s a stage,” in his play As You Like It. But, kidsActing Studio, Austin’s best and most fun place to learn acting, is bringing it to life by providing kids between the ages of 4 and 18 an opportunity to try musicals, comedy, show choir, stage combat, and more. They may choose oneweek classes or multi-week sessions that culminate in a full production performance — lights, sounds, costumes, action! Established in 1980, kidsActing is Austin’s longest operating performing arts school, serving over 2,500 students per year. With over 15 locations, there are a variety of camps, classes, and shows from which to choose. “At kidsActing, we

believe in empowering every student by providing a supportive and fun environment where young people can be inspired, creative, and can shine!” explained Dede Clark, Artistic Director. “This summer, we’re so excited about our fun camps. There is sure to be something to keep your young actor in the limelight.” This summer kidsActing is offering themes like Star Wars: Return of the

Jedi, Snowy White and the 7 Dogs, Alice in Wonderland, Aladdin, and many more. For the older stars, there’s Club Glee! Show Choir, featuring hit songs from Broadway. Young musical performers love Triple Threat classes that include Aloha Moana, Tangled and Peter Pan. And, for those looking to hone their acting skills, our 3-week acting camp and 4-week musical camp offer full production, in-

depth classes to learn and apply core acting tools and methods. kidsActing’s full-scale summer productions include A Midsummer Night’s Dream and The Addams Family. “From auditions all the way to final bows, kidsActing gives kids the experience of starring in a professionally produced show,” Dede explained. kidsActing also has a student tech program for those who want to work

backstage and learn the technical aspects of theatre while running the show. Dede said she is also very excited about the newly announced Center Stage Theatre Elite Ensemble and its production of Cabaret. “This group of teen performers (ages 13-19) have a passion and dedication to musical theatre, clearly evidenced by their excellence. They are talented and commit-

ted to achieving a high standard.” No matter how your young star wants to shine, kidsActing is guaranteed to have the right camp, class or production for them. For a full list of summer camps and productions, visit www. kidsActingStudio.com. kidsActing Studio is located at 2826 Real Street, Austin, Texas 78722. Call 512-836-5437 for more information.

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t’s 9:45 a.m. in a classroom full of fifth graders on a hot summer morning. The room is quiet, except for the sound of pencils scribbling across the page, and the occasional whisper from one writer to her neighbor: “My character’s name is Hairy Potato!” This energetic silence is the sound of invention — of words coming together in the mind and pouring out onto the page. It’s the sound of stories that didn’t exist until just now, at last taking shape. Of course, the room won’t stay quiet for long. When writing time ends, sharing time begins, ushering in the clamor of hands waving high in the air and neighbors leaning over to show one another what they’ve created. Welcome to the Library Foundation’s Badgerdog Creative Writing Summer Camp.

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On the first day of camp, some of these fifth graders say they love to write. Others say writing’s not their best subject, or they’re not “super good at it.” For the young writing enthusiast, Badgerdog is an opportunity to discover new writers, new forms of writing, and new techniques to expand their tool box. For the reluctant writers, Badgerdog offers a different ap-

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proach to writing, where “mistakes” are merely experiments, where you can’t fail, there are no grades, and there’s no single right way to write. “My favorite thing about Badgerdog is being able to write what we want and not do boring school-like assignments,” says Patrick, a camper in the high school workshop at The Griffin School. “We learn writing theory by writing, not by memorization.” Badgerdog’s teaching artists are all are writers themselves so they know how challenging it can be to find inspiration, to push through a tough writing moment, and to seek advice from others. They also understand that writers aren’t born writers — it simply takes practice. In addition to writing, campers at Badgerdog also learn how to share their work aloud, how to respond to the work of others, and how revise work for publication. All campers in Badgerdog’s three-week

program have one piece published in Badgerdog’s anthologies— Rise for thirdthrough sixth-graders, and Emerge for seventh- through twelfth-graders. While writing for writing’s sake is a worthy pursuit, Badgerdog believes writers deserve a celebration, which is why each session of summer camp ends with a reading on site. Later in the fall, a camp-wide reading is held at Austin ISD’s Performing Arts Center to coincide with the release of Rise and Emerge. Each summer, Badgerdog Creative Writing Summer Camp brings a new sense of creativity to hundreds of kids and teens, who become stronger writers, speakers, and collaborators as a result. Workshops are held across Austin in three sessions. Badgerdog also offers the Summer Book Crush and Spring Break Writing Workshops. For more information, visit www.austinlibrary.org.

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2017 CAMP GUIDE FEATURED LISTINGS ASIAN-AMERICAN RESOURCE CENTER Engage with theater, music, puppetry, and other storytelling traditions through the Asian and Asian-American lens. Online registration opens March 5th. Financial aid is available. All camps are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with early drop-off and late pickup available. Ages: Vary Phone: 512-974-1700 austintexas.gov/aarc

THE AUSTIN ARTERY The Austin Artery is an art camp that puts process over product in order to facilitate creative thinking. Campers spend time outside in the morning and afternoon on the large shaded campus of Four Seasons Community School in Northwest Austin. Campers can choose from playwriting, set design, and fiber arts. Campers also explore into the connections between

art, math, science, and nature. theaustinartery.com

AUSTIN CHAMBER MUSIC The 2017 Austin Chamber Music Workshop provides a fun and motivational environment during the month of July to make great music with new friends who are at the same age and ability level so you can spend your summer collaborating with other musicians who share your passion for music. Ages: 6+ and Adults Phone: 512-454-7562 austinchambermusic.org/summer-workshop AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL The critically-acclaimed and uberloved Summer Film Camp, presented by Austin Film Festival, returns this June with workshops that promise to teach, inspire, and help kids and young adults

create their very own fabulous, funny, thought-provoking, heartbreaking short films. austinfilmfestival.com

AUSTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY FRIENDS FOUNDATION Each summer, Badgerdog enlists Austinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most talented writers and teaching artists to lead three-week creative writing workshops. These workshops allow rising 3rd through 12th graders to work with a member as they explore, experiment, and create new written works. Workshops are limited to 15 students and campers are grouped according to age. The registration fee includes a writing journal, a T-shirt, and a copy of the camp anthology. Dates: June 5-August 4 Ages: Rising 3rd-12th Grades austinlibrary.org

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ROCK CAMP USA – AUSTIN SCHOOL OF MUSIC Young rockers can get a summer full of experience in one session at Rock Camp USA. Campers will record a CD in a studio, perform live at a real venue and receive a multi-tracked and professionally edited DVD of the show. Ages: 8-19 Dates: June 12-August 4 rockcampusa.com

This basketball camp is run by former UT player Brandy Perryman, who will holds the team record for free-throw shooting! The camp is a four-day, shooting-intense session mirrored after the camps that Perryman attended as a child. All camps include 32 hours of instruction, with individualized drills and competitions. Ages: 7-16 bperrymanshootingcamp.com

BALLET AUSTIN Imagine, Dance, Discover and Play at Ballet Austin this summer. Broadway musicals, bugs, dancing elephants, enchanted forests and magical kingdoms are found in these summer’s camps for kids. Ages: 4-14 years old balletaustin.org

CAMP DOUBLECREEK Come catch the vision at Camp Doublecreek as we celebrate over 40 years of making memories and lifelong friendships. We offer activities that are creative and age appropriate, including: horseback riding, archery, swimming, arts & crafts, mini golf, gun safety, climbing wall and more. Free transportation is provided from 13 different pickup points from South Austin to Cedar Park. Ages: From 4-14 Phone: 512-255-3661 campdoublecreek.com

BOY SCOUTS Cub and Boy Scouts learn new skills outside and indoors plus make lifelong friends at a full slate of day and overnight camps this summer. Kids don’t have to be Scout members to join in the fun in the Summer STEM Discovery day camps. Kids explore how the world works and the science behind it, all while having fun. 13 different locations and times. Phone: 512-926-6363 Ages: Boys ages 7 and up bsacac.org BRANDY PERRYMAN SHOOTING CAMP

CAMP HUAWNI Located in the Piney Woods of East Texas, Camp Huawni is family-owned/ operated since 1965. Our 3:1 camper-to-counselor ratio fosters deep relationships while having tons of summer fun. Ages: K-11th Grade Phone: 936-657-1982 summercamptexas.com

LISTINGS CAMP UMLAUF Summer Camp at the UMLAUF offers an extraordinary art adventure in a natural oasis! Camps include: Building, Forming, Exploring 30; Wonders of the Natural World, Drawing from Sculpture, Claymation, Stop Motion, Puppet making and more. Ages: 8-13 Phone: 512-445-5582 Place: Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum umlaufsculpture.org/summercamp CHAPARRAL ICE We offer summer day camps for the active, skating-loving camper. We have two options this summer: Camp Avalanche, with field trips and other fun, and Camp Des Champs, which helps little skaters reach their true skating potential through on- and off-ice training. Ages: 7-14 Phone: 512-252-8500 chaparralice.com THE CONTEMPORARY AUSTIN ART SCHOOL The Contemporary Austin Art School at beautiful Laguna Gloria provides almost 300 exceptional young artists’ classes June-August with art skills, vocabulary, cool materials, and projects to take home. Phone: 512-323-6380 thecontemporaryaustin.org/ artschool

COURAGE CHEER & DANCE UNITED Courage Cheer and Dance is committed to serving the athletes in Liberty Hill, Austin, and the surrounding areas. Whether it be cheerleading, dance, tumbling, or Parkour, our highly trained staff will work to instill your children with what can be used not only in their athletic endeavors, but throughout their lives. Ages: Vary on class Phone: 512-937-2050 ESTHER’SFOLLIESSCHOOL OF COMEDY This summer, Esther’s Follies launches the Esther’s Follies School of Comedy. Starting in June, Austin’s longest-running comedy revue will be offering special summer camp sessions. These week-long intensives, taught by the talented cast of Esther’s, will teach kids and teens how to sing, dance, and about the fundamentals of sketch comedy and improv. Ages: 8-15 esthersfollies.com EXTEND-A-CARE All-day Licensed Child Care for children 3-12 years old: Extend-A-Care for Kids Summer Day Camp offers curriculum based on weekly themes from literature books our students read, and the curriculum offers children a constant source of new and interesting material and activities such as arts & crafts, cooking, painting, science, math and more! The children will attend two swim trips per week, one field trip each week, and participate in sports

camps! Ages: 3-12 years old Phone: 512-472-9402 eackids.org GIRLSCOUTS We are proud to offer multiple day and resident camps with a wide variety of programming and camping options. Campers may attend sessions that cater to their special interests, or try something completely new! Choose from making a movie, building a robot, exploring myths and legends, horseback riding, and much more. Ages: Girls, kindergarten and up Phone: 800-733-0011 sctx.org GIRLSEMPOWERMENTNETWORK Girls Empowerment Network’s summer day camp, campGEN girls participate in fun, interactive workshops during weeklong sessions that are designed to help girls feel more confident as they navigate girlhood. Girls will gain new skills, new friendships, and a new sense of self! Aftercare available. Ages: 4th-8th Grades Phone: 512-808-4044 ext. 106 girlsempowermentnetwork.org GOLFINSCHOOLS Come join Golf in Schools for a fun week of learning golf in Austin and surrounding areas. Students receive in-depth training in golf swing fundamentals, rules, and etiquette of the game, as well as critical life skills teamwork, goal setting, and striving for the personal best. Our highly

developed curriculum makes learning golf fun for every student. Ages: 4-12 Phone: 512-757-5555 golfinschoolsusa.com HIDEOUT THEATRE Hideout Theatre’s improv summer camps build communication and cooperation skills while showing campers the basics of improv, storytelling, and stagecraft. They’ll play improve games, perform scenes, and do crafts. Campers will also perform for friends and family. Ages: 5-18 Phone: 512-443-3688 hideouttheatre.com/summercamp IRONHORSECOUNTRYRANCH Motorcycle riding camp – motorcycle, gear and training provided. Students can be picked up and dropped off at schools in North Austin and Georgetown. Ages: 8-15 ironhorsecountry.com JCC SUMMERCAMPS J Camps offer a rewarding and classic summer camp experience on our lush 40acre campground in Northwest Austin. With a program full of fun, adventure and excitement, J Camps promote self confidence and exploration, creativity, positive values and a strong sense of connection to the community. Ages: Preschool to 10th grade Phone: 512-735-8035 shalomaustin.org/camps

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Junior Sailing Camp The Austin Yacht Club’s Junior Sailing Camp, located on beautiful Lake Travis, is a unique summer sailing experience for kids ages 8-16.

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LISTINGS KIDSACTING kidsActing Studio offers a wide variety of popular summer camp options in 12 Austin area locations that give kids an opportunity to try musicals, comedy, improv, show choir, stage combat and more. They will have weeklong classes and multi-week sessions that will culminate in a full production. Ages: 4-18 Phone: 512-836-KIDS (5437) kidsactingstudio.com KIDSWITHPENS Kids with Pens offers weeklong creative writing camps led by published authors. Each day includes fun, innovative writing prompts and lessons on the fundamentals of storytelling. Campers craft stories, poems, and plays, all while learning splendiferous vocabulary words. All campers will be published on the Kids With Pens blog. Ages: 3rd-12th Grades Phone: 323-807-3672 kidswithpens.com LEARNINGFUN 101 Do you want your child to learn how to build and design Robots using LEGO bricks this summer? Students will learn basic robotic, engineering and programming principals. Lots of fun and hands on learning. No experience needed. Ages: K - 7th grades Phone: 512-514-0091 learningfun101.com LONESTARSOCCER Half- and full-day camps are available to U5-U12 boys and girls of all skill levels at

the eight Lonestar Soccer Club locations, from South Austin to Williamson County. A typical day will include skill-targeted drills, tactical practices, speed and agility training, and a World Cup tournament. See website for more. Ages: 5-12 lonestar-sc.com MAD SCIENCE Three-hour or six-hour camps offered at a variety of locations. Each week has a different theme and incorporates handson science activities. Ages: 6-12 Phone: 512-892-1143 austin.madscience.org MCKINNEYROUGHSNATURECAMP Campers ages 5 to 12 explore the outdoors at beautiful McKinney Roughs Nature Park and learn about wilderness skills and native plants and animals. Older campers enjoy swimming, a challenge course and raft trips. Located just east of Austin, the camp offers full-day camp. Extended care and a convenient Austin shuttle are available. Ages: 5-12 Phone: 512-303-5073 lcra.org/camps PARAMOUNTPERFORMINGARTS Make lifelong memories at the Paramount and Stateside Theatres! We offer a variety of camps for kids from 4 years old to 12th grade. Half-day and full-day options, including acting, singing, dancing and even stand-up comedy. Camps culminate in either a performance or sharing on one

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RIOVISTAFARMSUMMERCAMP Our horse centered weekly camps include daily English riding lessons, daily horse care lessons and a weekly camp Horse Show. Campers with prior riding experience work on building their skills, while those new to horses learn the basics of horsemanship taught by experienced, professional instructors. Ages: 7-16 years old; No prior riding experience is necessary. Phone: 512-247-2303 riovistafarm.net/camp ROCKY RIVER RANCH Located in Wimberley, Rocky River Ranch has been operating as a private residential summer camp for girls since 1953. The perfect summer is waiting for your daughter at Rocky River — filled to the brim with new friendships, challenging activities and lots of fun at overnight camp. Ages: Girls 7-14 years old Phone: 512-847-2513 rockyriverranch.com SCHOOLOF ROCKAUSTIN Performance Rock Camp’s The School of Rock is the nation’s premier performance-based music school. We offer Beginner Camps as well as Performance Camps featuring Classic Rock. We even have a special Heavy Metal camp! Phone: 512-379-6892 austinschoolofrock.com

SHERWOOD FORESTFAIRE Young Lords and Ladies spend a week unplugging from the modern world and learning about life in medieval times. They will learn things like leatherworking, blacksmithing, swordplay, theater, pottery and candle-making, plus they get to sleep in a castle! Three sessions this year, with only 80 campers per session. Ages: 7 and up Phone: 512-222-6680 sherwoodforestfaire.com SOCCERSHOTS Join Soccer Shots for a fun-filled week playing the world’s greatest game! Camp includes individual soccer skill development through creative and imaginative play, arts and crafts, and lots of fun! Halfday (3-5) and full-day (K through second grade) options available. Ages: 2-8 Phone: 512-420-9450 soccershots.org/austin ST.ANDREW’S Aspiring artists, athletes, scientists, and achievers ages 4–18 are invited to join the St. Andrew’s family for a summer of fun and friendship! Unicycling, zoology, architecture, and musical theatre are just a few of our popular camps. Younger campers can enjoy half- or full-day camps that blend games, sports, and creative activities. Place: St. Andrew’s Episcopal School Ages: 4-18 sasaustin.org/summer

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UTAUSTININTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS The Longhorn Girls Basketball Camp is designed to inspire campers to set goals that will enable them to find success on and off the court. Individual skill development, competitive games, informative instruction, and great facilities all serve to equip each camper to become a better player. Hook’em! Ages: 3rd-12th Grade Phone: 512-667-3027 longhorngirlsbasketballcamp.com UTAUSTINRTFMEDIACAMPS Your kids will have a blast collaborating with other creative youth to make their own movies, write screenplays, animate drawings, develop music, or design video game environments while learning from some of the best media makers in Austin at UT’s Radio-Television-Film Department. Ages: 6-18 & Adults too Phone: 512-471-6617 rtf.utexas.edu/camps YMCAOFGREATERWILLIAMSON COUNTY From Outdoor Adventure Camps to Excursion, Specialty and Kinder Camps - the Y has what your kids want this summer! And each Summer Camp is designed to make summer fun, exciting and safe. We offer convenient locations throughout Williamson County in Burnet, Cedar Park, Hutto and Round Rock. Ages: 3-8th grade Phone: 512-615-5563 ymcagwc.org

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ABRAKADOODLE ART CAMPS Phone: 512-337-7017 abrakadoodle.com/tx03

AMERICAN ROBOTICS ACADEMY

American Robotics Academy aims to excite, inspire and motivate children about the importance of robotics technology. Hands-on classes offer an introduction to the fundamentals of engineering design, helping children understand “how things work.” Held in a friendly, sportslike atmosphere, students work in teams and learn how to design, build and test remote-controlled miniature robots. Ages: K-12th Grades Phone: 512-844-2724 roboticsacademy.com

ART+ACADEMY

In its 6th year, Art+ Academy offers half-day camps with a perfect balance between fun and instruction. Camps are perfect for young artists seeking to improve drawing and painting skills. Come and select from a variety of themed art camps for all ages and interests! Ages: 5-17 Phone: 512-415-8267 artplusacademy.com

THE ART GARAGE ART CAMPS

Summer art camp is the most creative and fulfilling 11 weeks of the year. We are passionate about creating a space for children to experience art in a positive, encouraging, and engaging environment. We reach out to kids with themes and projects that relate to where they are in life — whether that’s a popular movie theme or an art medium that your child is most excited to explore. Ages: 4-14 years old Phone: 512-852-9900 Dates: June to August theartgarageaustin.com

ART & SOUL SUMMER CAMPS

Mariposas Spanish School for Kids and Art & Soul are joining forces for a fun unique opportunity to work with local conversational Spanish through music, games, and hands-on activities with Mariposas Spanish School during the first part of the day, then participate in art lessons with Art & Soul in the latter half of the day. Place: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Ages: 3-10 Phone: 512-820-1449 artandsoulclasses.com/summer-camps

AUSTIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE STEM CAMPS Summer is Fun at ACC! ACC’s STEM camp program can help fill your child’s summer break with fun and engaging learning opportunities. STEM camps offer a variety of interesting science, technology, engineering, and math activities designed to keep young brains

entertained and stimulated throughout the summer. For the 3rd year, ACC is partnering with Game Worlds to provide Video Game Camps. Each camp is one week long. Phone: 512-223-7662 Place: Various ACC Campus Locations. Ages: 10-18 continue.austincc.edu/stemcamps

AUSTINFENCERSCLUB

The sport of modern fencing, descended from the ancient art of the duel, uniquely blends the mental and the physical. Fencing is a great way for kids of all ages and sizes to build fitness, agility, strength, endurance, and flexibility. In addition to fitness benefits, fencing promotes intellectual development, decision-making skills, self-discipline, and self-confidence. Ages: 8-15 austinfencersclub.com

AUSTIN FILM SUMMER CAMP

shyness and timidity. They become more confident and assertive as they learn to move and control their bodies. Place: 9308 Anderson Mill Road, Austin, Texas, 78729 Phone: 512-335-5425 austinkarateacademy.com

tion. All campers will be published in a professional-quality anthology. Camp concludes with a reading and book release party at the Austin Teen Book Festival. Phone: 512-542-0076 Dates: June 5 - August 4 austinlibrary.org/site/PageServer

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BEAR CREEK STABLES SUMMER CAMPS

Active play, outdoor adventure, strategic games, or cultural activities -we have it all! Our goal is to provide your child with exciting experiences through structured recreation in a safe, welcoming environment. Our trained staff will guide your child through activities such as golf, tennis, swimming, hiking, geocaching, painting and more! Community recreation center summer camp registration starts 10 a.m. Saturday, February 25, 2017. . Ages: 5-12 years old austintexas.gov/summercamp

For more than two decades, the Austin Film Society has served as the hub of Austin’s vibrant film community. Summer @ Austin Studios offers a unique opportunity to work with local filmmakers and experience the magic of film and film making. Whether it’s developing an idea or producing an animation project, AFS programs provide a fun, nurturing space for exploration and collaboration. Ages: 9-18 Phone: 512-322-0145 ext. 0 austinfilm.org/summercamp

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Ages: 3-10 years old Phone: 512-331-7806 Dates: June 12 - July 21, 2017 www.austininternationalschool.org/ extracurricular/summer-camp.cfm

AUSTIN JUNIOR GOLF ACADEMY

The Austin Junior Golf Academy was founded by three notable City of Austin Golf Professionals dedicated to introducing the game of golf to the next generation of players. Every year, over 350 kids come to the Hancock Golf Course to learn the basics of golf, get professional instruction and have a great time outside. All campers receive a T-shirt, hat, personalized bag tag and backpack full of other golf goodies. Dates: June 5 - June 15, 2017 austinjuniorgolfacademy.com

AUSTINKARATECAMP

DFPS (Dept. of Family & Protective Services) approved Karate Summer Camp helps kids ages 5 – 14 years old get healthier with a combination of martial arts, fitness and personal development training. The structured drills help the youngsters overcome

Deadline to submit application materials and registration fee is April 28, 2017, or until all seats are filled. Dates: June 12 - July 27, 2017 Place: Huston-Tillotson University Ages: 5th-12th grade Phone: 512-505-6448 htu.edu/academics/special-programs/ausprep

This summer, your child can take advantage of the Austin Tennis Academy’s tennis camps to progress at a rapid rate. Each camp is designed to provide the greatest development of your child’s technical skills, mental toughness, and performance levels. Phone: 512-276-2271 Dates: June 13 - August 12, 2017 AustinTennisAcademy.com

AUSTINYACHTCLUB JUNIORSAILINGCAMPS Junior Sailing Day Camp for ages 8 to 16 includes special activities on Lake Travis. Juniors will learn the fundamental skills aboard our fleet with a camper to counselor ratio of 1 to 4. Through a combination of classroom discussion, land activities, on the water drills, and games, our campers gain the skills necessary to become life-long sailors. Ages: 8 to 16 Phone: 512-266-1336 Dates: June 13 - July 29, 2017 austinyachtclub.net/junior-sailingday-camp

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Austin writers lead three-week writing workshops for rising third-12th graders. These fun and creative workshops inspire and instruct young people in the crafts of poetry, fiction and nonfic-

Bear Creek offers both half-day and full-day summer camps. Horseback Riding Camp is from 8 a.m. – noon and Swimming Camp is noon – 4 p.m. Place: Manchaca Phone: 512-282-0250 Dates: June 8 - August 25 bearcreekstables.com/camp/main. htm

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CAMP BRAVE HEART BY HOSPICE AUSTIN

Free three-day camp that combines grief support with a recreational camp. Open to any child in the community who has lost someone in the past year. Phone: 512-342-4700 Camp Type: Overnight camp Place: Camp John Knox hospiceaustin.org/about-hospice-austin/campbraveheart

CAMP CEDARBROOK

Camp Cedarbrook Texas is a Christ-centered, Bible-based, outdoor program that provides a camping experience for girls and boys (separate camps). Ages: 2nd -12th grade Camp Type: Overnight camp Dates: June 11 - 24, 2017 Place: Rosebud, Texas Phone: 432-235-0637 cedarbrooktexas.com

Design, Build, Program & Film your Ideal Summer. Conducting summer camps at multiple locations in Austin and surrounding areas, with something new every week. We offer a variety of different courses in Computer Game Programming using GameMaker, Scratch and Kodu Game Lab, LEGO WeDo robotics, LEGO Stop-Motion Movie Making, and Minecraft. Places: Austin, Round Rock, Lakeway, Cedar Park austintx.bitsbytesbots.com

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BRICKS 4 KIDZ SUMMER CAMPS

Overnight Christian camps that incorporate outdoor adventures. Ages: 1st-12th grade Place: Rocksprings, Texas Phone: 830-683-3219/ 830-6832330 campeagle.org

Variety of 5-day and 4-day themed camps that provide educational play using LEGO bricks, ranging from crafts to stop-motion animation. Places: Austin, Round Rock; locations vary Phone: : 512-270-9003 www.bricks4kidz.com/texas-roundrock-austin

CAMP BALCONES SPRINGS

Established in 1993, Camp Balcones Springs was founded on Christian principles and is among Texas’ most progressive camps, redefining the camp experience for children, ages 7 to 17, and having one of the highest counselor-to-camper ratios in the industry. With unique activities and traditions, CBS is the perfect place for your camper to call home . Phone: 803-693-2267 campiscool.com

CAMP BLUEBONNET

Camp Bluebonnet is a week long day camp available to kids who have diabetes and who are going into grades 1-12. Ages: Rising 9-12th grades Dates: June 19 -23, 2016 Place: Peaceable Kingdom Retreat for Children childrensdiabetescamp.org/camp

Resident camp with various lengths of stays of one week or more available. Activities in waterfront, sports, outdoors and fine arts. Ages: 5-18 years old Place: Marble Falls, Texas Camp Type: Overnight camp Dates: June 4 - August 12, 2017 Phone: 830-598-2571 campchampions.com

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CAMP FIRE SUMMER CAMP

Camp Fire Summer Camp is 10 weeks of fun in nature! Each week of camp has a unique theme related to science and nature, with learning activities and field trips related to that theme, Camp Fire is all about getting kids more connected to the outdoors, and strengthening the bond between science and nature, Camp runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, with early dropoff and late pick-up available. Ages: 6-12 Dates: 10 weeks during the summer, beginning on June 5, 2017 Phone: 512-349-2111 camp-fire.org

CAMP INDIGO

A weeklong camp that promotes increased confidence, communication and respect for the self and others. Activities include music-making and gardening. Dates: June 10 - July 21, 2017 Phone: 512-476-8884 Places: Whole Life Learning Center amalafoundation.org/youth-programs/camp-indigo

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CAMP INVENTION

Children work in diverse teams to engage in investigations, experiments and engineering challenges. Weeklong camps at various locations in Austin, Buda, Leander, Round Rock. Ages: K-6th Grades campinvention.org

CAMP JUMP! SUMMER CAMP

Camps incorporate gymnastics, arts and crafts, games, open play and more. Single day, extended day (ages 4 and older) and week-long options available Ages: 3-12 years Phone: 512-593-6226 jump-austin.com/camps-1.html

CAMP LANTERN CREEK An all-girls sleepaway camp to help each girl find their voice, discover her path, and learn new life skills. Ages: 7-17 years old Place: Montgomery, Texas Dates: June 18 - July 23, 2017 Phone: 936-597-8225 camplanterncreek.com

CAMP OLYMPIA

Traditional residential overnight summer camp for girls and boys located on Lake Livingston. Place: Trinity, Texas Ages: 6-16 Phone: 936-594-2541 campolympia.com

CAMP SIERRA VISTA

Non-denominational overnight summer camp for girls that offers more than 35 activities. One, two and four week options available. Place: Ingram, Texas Ages: 6-16 years old Camp Type: Overnight camp Dates: June 4-July 29 Phone: 830-367-5353 Website: vistacamps.com

CAMP STEWART

Christian-oriented, non-denominational camp for boys that offers more than 60 activities, including archery, ecology, and horseback riding. Place: Hunt, Texas Ages: 6-16 years old Dates: June 4-August 4 Camp Type: Overnight camp Phone: 830-238-4670 campstewart.com

CAMP SWEENEY CAMP FOR CHILDREN WITH DIABETES Three-week residential diabetic life skills training program. Campers learn to recognize and treat signs of dangerously high & low blood sugar levels. City: Whitesboro Ages: 5-18 years old Camp Type: Overnight camp Dates: June 11-August 11 Phone: 940-665-2011 campsweeney.org

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LISTINGS CAMP WILDERNESS RIDGE

Servant-Leadership focused, wilderness oriented, affordable Christian overnight Summer Camps for boys ages 7 to 17. Wilderness Ridge is ministry of Forest Glen Camps, based at The Springs campus in the beautiful Brazos River Valley. Phone: 512-237-4442 wildernessridge.com

CAPITOL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN SUMMER CAMP

For children identified as having speech, language, or learning differences. Camps grouped by language ability, academic level, social skills and age. Dates: June 5-30, 2017 Ages: 2 years old through 3rd grade Phone: 512-467-7006 capitolschool.com/Programs/Summer%20Camp.htm

CHAMPIONS WESTLAKE

Summer Camp at Champions Westlake combines educational, themebased adventures with a renowned gymnastics program. Campers get concentrated time with their favorite coaches in an action-packed environment full of creativity. Dates: May 30 - August 11, 2017 Ages: 2-14 Phone: 512-426-1990 ChampionsWestlake.com

CLUB Z SUMMER CAMP Provides a variety of activities, games and projects, as well as field trips. Phone: 512-219-0700 zsclubhouse.com

CORDOVAN ART SCHOOL CAMPS

Half- and full-day camps available in age groups 5-7, 8-12, and 13-16. Each week-long session has a different theme. Extended care hours offered. Place: Round Rock, Texas Ages: 5 to 16 Phone: 512-275-4040 cordovanartschool.com/round-rock

COUNTRY HOME LEARNING CENTER SUMMER CAMP

Curriculum units are theme-based and include topics such as Adventure Camp and The Lone Star State. Ages: 5 to 13 countryhomelearningcenter.com

CREATIVE ACTION SUMMER CAMPS

Select from one or two week full-day camps on cinematography, dance, acting and more. Locations vary. creativeaction.org/happenings

DANCE DISCOVERY SUMMER CAMP

Themed, four-day camps available for age groups vary by week. Ages: 2-18 years old

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counselors and students who share their passion. Dates: June 5 - August 18, 2017 Places: Austin Community College, Highland Business Center Ages: 10-18 gameworldscamp.com

EXPLORE UT

A one-day event in which the public is invited to explore the University of Texas with programs across campus including performances and exhibits. Phone: 512-471-7753 Date: March 4, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Ages: K-12th grade exploreut.utexas.edu

GIRLS ROCK AUSTIN

A weeklong nonprofit camp dedicated ta empowering girls and women of all backgrounds and abilities through musical education and performance. Ages: Girls 8-17 years old Phone: 512-677-4722 girlsrockaustin.org/girls-rock-camp

FANTASTIC MAGIC CAMP

Each day there will be a magic juggling and puppetry classes, and other activities that vary, such as balloon twisting and clown classes. Dates June 5 - August 8 Place: Journey IFC Phone: 512-709-8060 magiccamp.com

GIRLSTART SUMMER CAMP

Weeklong STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) programs for girls split into Junior (entering 4th-5th) or Regular (entering 6th-8th) camps. Ages: Entering the 4th-8th grades Phone: 512-916-4775 girlstart.org/our-programs/summer-camp

FCA LEADERSHIP CAMP

Led by Fellowship of Christian Athletes student leaders, this overnight camp provides sports and life leadership training and competition. Dates: June 5-9, 2017 Place: Hardin-Simmons University Ages: 6th-12th grade texasfcacamps.org

HEART O THE HILLS SUMMER CAMP

A traditional overnight summer camp for girls in which campers choose nine of approximately 50 class offerings in which to participate during their stay. Place: Hunt, Texas Dates: June 4 - August 4, 2017 Ages: 6-16 Phone: 830-238-4650 hohcamp.com

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SUMMER CAMPS JUNE 5-AUGUST 17 Exciting weekly sessions for ages 3.5 - grade 12 are now enrolling at both ZACH locations. • Broadway Kids • Acting • Improvisation • Musical Theatre • Dance

Central: 1510 Toomey Road North: 12129 Ranch Road 620

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LISTINGS HUMAN PATH

Forest Ninja Nature Camp. Wilderness Scout Camp. Camping 101. Bow-making and Woodlands Archery camp. These are just a few of the exciting outdoor nature themed camps that The Human Path offers, starting over spring break week and running through the summer in the Texas Hill Country. Phone: 210-807-0645 thehumanpath.com

IDTECHCAMPS& IDTECHACADEMIES

Weeklong summer programs where ages 7-17 create apps, C++ and Java programs, video games, robots, and more! Held at over 80 universities nationwide. Places: St. Edwards University and University of Texas Phone: 888-709-TECH (8324) iDTech.com

IQUESTGLOBAL ENRICHMENTCENTER

From TV production to improv comedy and sports broadcasting, to African Safaris and Chinese, there is fun to be had at IQuest! Mentors and instructors inspire students to take risks, think independently, and discover new skills. Phone: 512-537-7664 Ages: PreK-18 iquestaustin.com

JUNIORSUMMERMATH CAMP

captivating age-appropriate recreation! Held at the Quarries Campus, children will be able to go canoeing, rock wall climbing, play field games, and more – all while learning about God. Ages: K-5th Grade Phone: 512-459-6587 hpbc.org/pages

The Residential JSMC is an immersive summer program for middle school students who are excited about doing mathematics. The goal of the program is to develop young students into creative and critical thinkers. We nurture students’ interests and abilities to pursue higher-level math courses and degrees and careers in math, science, engineering, and many other fields. Place: San Marcos, Texas State University Dates: June 4-16 Ages: 6th-8th graders www.txstate.edu/mathworks/ camps

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Girls and boys experience movement, music, art and theater and showcase it in a performance. Themes vary each week; camps are divided by age. Phone: 512-291-2179 PutArtInYourHeart.com

QUARRIESSUMMER CAMPS

HPBC’s primary Vacation Bible School will include a worship featuring student band, dramatic Bible storytelling, encounter with real missionaries, and

A summer water sports camp that teaches children to wakeboard, kneeboard and water-ski at a state-of-theart cable park. Ages: 6-17 Phone: 512-298-9370 questatx.com

St. Michael’s Academy is continuing a 30 year history of summer sports camps focused on developing young athletes for success on and off the court. All camps will have a 1:8 coach to camper ratio to ensure the highest quality coaching. Our beautiful campus and top-notch athletic facilities allow for camps to be separated by ages and skill development. smca.com

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Join us for a summer semester! Fusion Academy is an accredited school for grades 6 through 12. We provide a comprehensive learning solution for students of all ages, on their terms, fit to their schedule, and crafted to support their unique learning style. We offer academic tutoring, enrichment, and classes for credit - all just one teacher and one student per classroom.

Fusion Austin

FusionSummerClass.com 512.330.0188 4701 Bee Caves Road, Suite 101 Austin, TX 78746

2017 Austin July Chamber 6-22 Music Workshop AustinChamberMusic.org Deadline: May 18th | Auditions: May 20th & 27th Primary & Young Artists Divisions, ages 7-18 Small Ensembles for all instruments Composition and Improvisation Classes Held at University of Texas Butler School of Music Presentations & Masterclasses with Festival Artists Cuarteto Latinoamericano | Chargaux | St. Lawrence String Quartet Matt Herskowitz & Lara St. John | Daedalus Quartet Financial Aid Available 34

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This camp is focused on campers with Autism and Aspergers, but all are welcome. Through Martial Arts, we will develop social skills, confidence, friendships, and fitness. The classes are taught by a former special education teacher with over 30 years experience in the martial arts. Ages: 6-10, 11-16 Phone: 512-791-9327 worldkarate.com

SPILLEDMILKSOCIAL CLUBSUMMERCAMP

Weekly sessions have different themes with special projects focusing on critical thinking and originality. Activities include field trips, games. Ages: 5-12 Phone: 512-317-6408 spilledmilksocialclub.com

ST.IGNATIUSSUMMER CAMPS Place: St. Ignatius Martyr Catholic School Family Center/Gym Ages: K-8th grade Phone: 512-442-8547 school.st-ignatius.org/athletics-camps

SUGAR&SPICERANCH CAMP Weeklong overnight residential horse camps for mothers and daughters. Dates: Runs weekly Memorial Day through Labor Day Place: Bandera, Texas Phone: 830-460-8487 texashorsecamps.com

TEXASA&M UNIVERSITY GALVESTONSEACAMP

A variety of day camps for ages 6-11, and residential camps for ages 10-18, as well as a camp in Costa Rica, exploring marine life. Ages: 6-18 (camp dependent) Phone: 409-740-4525 tamug.edu/seacamp

SUMMERWONDERS

Two-week sessions in which students participate in fast-paced, interactive classes with hands on activities. Full and half day options available. Place: ACE Academy Ages: Pre-K to 6th grade Phone: 512-206-4070 summerwonders.org

SYNERGYDANCE

We offer five-hour themed day camps for ages 4.5-11 and four-hour preschool camps for ages 3-5. And we also offer special camps for boys that include hip-hop, tumbling, karate, music and lots more. Each session concludes with a performance for parents. Extended care available. Ages: 4-16 Phone: 512-327-4130 synergydancestudio.com

TEXASBRIGADES

Texas Brigades is an organization dedicated to educating youth about wildlife conservation. Brigades camps focus on wildlife and habitat conservation, as well as public speaking and leadership. Six different camps are offered: Bass Brigade, Buckskin Brigade. Bobwhite Brigade, Waterfowl Brigade and Ranch. Ages: 13-17 Phone: 254-317-4391 texasbrigades.org

WESTLAKESOCCER

WYSA is offering six weeks of Summer Soccer Camp, both half- and full-day options. We have a fully air-conditioned gymnasium and two soccer fields allowing kids to stay cool in the hot summer weather. You do not need to be a current member of WYSA to attend. Ages: 3-14

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CAMP • Arts (with Outdoor Leadership) • Science (with Outdoor Leadership)

YOUNGWRITERSCAMP Taught by Central Texas Writing Project writing teachers, camps are separated by age groups. Select from Texas State, San Marcos, or Round Rock campus.. Place: Texas State University & Round Rock Ages: 6-18 Phone: 512-245-3680 worklife.txstate.edu/SummerCamps.html

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ZACHTHEATRE PERFORMINGARTS SCHOOL

Children can develop their creativity in a number of half-day or full-day summer camps that focus on everything from theater basics and advanced training to fully produced productions. Themed sessions offer a jumping-off point for innovative fun for each camper. Ages: 3.5-12th grade Phone: 512-476-0594, ext. 236 zachtheatre.org/education

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MOTORCYCLES! Your child will come alive! Boys and Girls Ages 8 - 15 CONCORDIA.EDU/CAMPS

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