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amp Sonshine is an incredible summer day camp experience for kids aged 4 – 17. We offer a complete program of activities, including archery, go-karts, paintball, crafts, swimming and zip-line. Accredited by the American Camp Association, county-licensed and state-certified, we are committed to giving your family the best summer camp experience ever. Camp Sonshine has two convenient locations in Maryland, Silver Spring and Germantown. Each location offers one-week sessions and extended care from 7:00 am – 6:30 pm. Bus Transportation from Prince George’s, Montgomery and Howard counties is provided for our Silver Spring location. Camp Sonshine is designed to provide a truly remarkable experience for campers; from our incredible array of activities we provide fun, growth and positive life values. We strive to give each camper a safe and unforgettable summer. We have handpicked staff from all over the world who love working with children and who intentionally model the kind of behavior parents want their children to emulate. Programs are tailored to meet the developmental needs of each age group and combine ridiculous amounts of fun and meaningful moments that kids remember. Come get a Taste of Camp Sonshine during our Spring Break Camp, April 6 - 10, 2015. Choose 1 day or all 5 days. 1934146
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About Summer Camps Contact Information Adventure Theatre MTC (Glen Echo Park) Summer Musical Theater Camp
Type
Dates
Specialties
Performing arts, rising grades 1-6
Weekly sessions June 15–Aug. 21
Musical theatre, singing, dance, acting
Performing arts camp grades 6-12
June 15–July 3 July 6–24 July 27–Aug. 14
Musical theatre, acting, singing, dance
3500 Woodley Road NW, Washington, DC 20016 202-537-6496 www.beauvoirschool.org/summer
Day camp
June 22–Aug. 7
Brand new outdoor pool, state-of-the-art playground. Lunch is provided for full day campers.
Black Rock Center for the Arts
Day camp extended day option
June 15–Aug. 14
Arts Discovery, ages 4–5; Arts Journeys, grades 1–3; Performing Arts, grades 3–8, Teen Arts Institute, grades 9–12
Day camp
June 15–Aug.7
Academic enrichment, athletic and specialty camps, one- to two-week sessions. Extended day and lunch available.
7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD 20812 301-251-5766 adventuretheatre-mtc.org
Adventure Theatre MTC (Rockville) Summer Musical Theater Training Program
837-D Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852 301-251-5766 www.adventuretheatre-mtc.org
Beauvoir Summer Program
12901 Town Commons Drive Germantown, MD 20874 301-528-2260 www.blackrockcenter.org/camp
Bullis Summer Programs
10601 Falls Rd., Potomac, MD 20854 301-983-5741 www.bullis.org
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Whale Camp at the Fundy Marine Science Institute
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Perhaps our highest honor remains the $40,000 Scholarship offered by College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor, Maine for any Whale Camp participant accepted into their program who distinguished him or herself while at Whale Camp. While we appreciate the recognition we remain focused on making your child’s summer a time of exceptional inspiration and a deeply meaningful learning experience. These experiences are irreplaceable. At Whale Camp, as we learn about the processes of life in the sea we help each other put our own life’s path into
perspective. The tides of the Bay of Fundy surge through us and empower our daily investigations, discoveries and inspirations, like nutrition for the mind and heart. Is it “Worth the money?” No, its worth more than money.
$40,000 College Scholarships Awarded
And if you haven’t signed up yet, what are you waiting for? Sessions are filling right now and you know you need to be there. So climb aboard by going to our website and choosing your one, two or three week session. Guarantee your summer experience here: http://www.whalecamp.com
I know you wouldn’t want to miss the boat.
See why MSNMONEY.COM says Whale Camp is One of the Ten Best Summer Camps “Worth the Money”
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ver the years, Whale Camp’s uniquely inspiring marine science experience has received high praise. Recently, MSN Money.Com honored Whale Camp as 1 of 10 Best Summer Camps “Worth The Money.” Suburban Philadelphia’s Main Line Today magazine selected The Whale Camp as one of ten of The Coolest Summer Camps For Your Kids. New York Resident magazine listed The Whale Camp as #1 in their description of 50 GREAT SUMMER CAMPS.
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About Summer Camps Contact Information Camp Barrie
Type
Dates
Specialties
Day camp, Ages 4–14
Sessions begin June 15
On-site swimming, canoeing, riding (horses and ponies) sports, outdoors
16819 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20905 301-989-CAMP www.campsonshine.org
Day camp
Weekly sessions June 15–Aug. 14
Swimming, sports, day trips, overnight trips, music, archery, art, craft, paintball, rock climbing, zip-line, water sports
Camp Tall Timbers
Coed overnight Ages 7-16
June 21–Aug. 15
Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, 2-hours from Maryland and the Washington, D.C. areas Open house Saturday, April 18 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
CityDance Dancing Around the World Camps
Performing arts camps Ages 7-13
I: July 20–31, II: July 20–31; III: Aug. 10–21
Dance, contemporary, ballet, modern, hip hop, jazz, African
City of Gaithersburg Summer Camp Programs
Full and half day camps Ages 5-14
June 16- July 31
STEM, music and film camps, sport clinics, dance and gymnastics clinic, skateboarding clinic, arts camp, tot time and pre-school
13500 Layhill Rd., Silver Spring, MD 20406 301-576-2816 www.barrie.org/camp
Camp Sonshine
1115 Reflection Lane, High View, WV 26808 800-862-2678 www.camptalltimbers.com
5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852 301-581-5204 citydance.net
506 S. Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, MD 20877 301-258-6350; www.gaithersburgmd.gov/leisure/camps
Summer at Sandy Spring Join us for the summer adventure of a lifetime! Summer at Sandy Spring is an ACA-accredited camp that crafts amazing summer experiences for kids age 3 up through 12th grade.
communities through service projects. Every program promotes teamwork, friendship, and most importantly, a safe environment to have fun!
We also design our programming with both kids and parents in mind. With extended hours, before- and after-camp • Kids prefer swimming ponds to video care, daily transportation to and from a games. variety of DC and Baltimore metro area locations and eclectic programming, • A side portion of academic enrichment finding an experience that suits your needs helps them keep their minds in shape for is easy! September. Discover our 140 acres of possibilities on • They would rather learn and run and the wooded campus of the Sandy Spring laugh than do almost anything else. Friends School (SSFS) located in the heart of Montgomery County! We build on that free spirit and creative energy, and that’s why kids love Summer To register or learn more, please visit at Sandy Spring. Our campers splash and www.summeratsandyspring.org. play in the swimming pond, experiment in art and performances, learn teamwork while rock climbing, and change
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About Summer Camps Contact Information CREATE! Arts Center Summer Art Camp
816 Thayer Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20910 301-588-ARTS(2787) createartscenter.org
CUA High School Drama Institute
The Catholic University of America 620 Michigan Ave., NE Washington, DC 20064 202-319-5358 www.drama.cua.edu/HSDI
Docs In Progress Documentary Filmmaking Camp
8700 1st Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20910 301-789-2797 docsinprogress.org/events/241/doccamp
Good Counsel Summer Camps
17301 Old Vic Blvd., Olney, MD 20832 240-283-3218 www.olgchs.org/camps
Imagination Stage Summer Camp
4908 Auburn Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814 301-961-6060 www.imaginationstage.org
Type
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Specialties
Visual arts Ages 6-14
June 8–Sept. 4
Pottery, painting, cartooning, sculpture and more. CIT Program (ages 13-14). Extended day available.
Overnight on campus for teens
July 6–17
Drama, arts, theatre, summer in DC for high school teens and young adults
Coed day camp Ages 12-15
June 29–July 10 (except July 4)
Video, film, documentary, TV
Sports and robotics
Various weeks beginning June 15
Basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, field hockey, volleyball, baseball, robotics
Full and half day camps Ages 3.5-18
June 8–Aug. 28
Drama, musical theater, dance, filmmaking
The University of Maryland ‘s LIFT Program provides a unique opportunity for high school students and their families to begin preparation for post-secondary education through several programs and activities. With college admissions becoming more and more competitive, students benefit from every advantage. Our summer programs serve to supplement students’ high school experiences by creating dynamic opportunities for intellectual engagement and college-readiness, in dynamic university environment.
For summer 2015 LIFT is offering three one-week programs: • Coding, Programming, and Entrepreneurship • • STEM and Entrepreneurship • • SAT PREP and Essay Writing • All programs are project based and students will spend their week learning their chosen subject area and utilizing this knowledge to complete projects. For more information, visit us online at: www.precollege.umd.edu/lift.html OR Email: LIFT@UMD.edu Phone: 301-405-6776 1934139
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LIFT provides academically enriching opportunities such as summer courses and SAT and ACT Prep courses for High School Students grades 9-12. For more information, please contact visit us online at www.precollege.umd.edu/lift.html, Email: LIFT@UMD.edu Phone: 301-405-6776
Tips for helping your family protect the local environment It’s
all too easy to feel out of touch with nature. But whether you live in an urban or rural setting, near a stand of woods or in the forest, there are trees near you that can help you feel connected to the outdoors. And getting involved with protecting your state’s woods is easy if you know how. “From volunteer projects to civic engagement, there are many avenues for protecting your state’s trees and forests,” said Jim Karels, president of the National Association of State Foresters. “Any individual can have a positive impact.” Karels has a few suggestions for effective woodland stewardship: • Many forests are under attack from the emerald ash borer, the Asian long-horned beetle and a host of other non-native species. Learning to identify these woodland pests and the signs of their impact can help keep their damage in check. Prevent destructive hitchhikers by buying local firewood from within 10 miles of where you burn it. • Become a conservation volunteer and help your state’s woods. Plant a tree or check out Arbor Day opportunities in your community, such as tree plantings and litter pickups—or better yet, host one yourself. Your state forestry agency should have a calendar of events to reference. • Appreciate urban forestry. Even if you live in a suburban or urban locale, your community’s green infrastructure warrants protecting. The presence of street trees in a neighborhood can increase the sale prices of houses. Additionally, research has shown that tree-lined streets encourage more active lifestyles, which can help reduce the incidence of obesity in your community.
Photo: Metro Creative Connection Nature hikes and other fun outdoor activities will help children in the family develop an appreciation of their outdoor environment. Visit local parks and nature centers for more ideas to encourage a love of nature.
Your actions can affect the trees around you. Take steps to be part of the solution in your local environment. • Learn to protect your home and family from fire. Nearly nine
out of 10 wildfires are caused by people, and your state forestry
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agency is a great resource for fire prevention education. • Spread the word. Our nation’s woodlands face many threats that require larger policy solutions. From invasive species to increasing land fragmentation, all woodlands need protection. Trees work for us and provide public benefits to all Americans. Connect with your State Forester for ways to be involved in policy solutions that are important to your state. See FAMILY continued on page 14
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www.valleymill.com Near Potomac Maryland Transportation Provided Boys & Girls, Ages 4 - 14 Open Houses: April 19 and May 3 from 11:30 am - 4:00 pm Call 301-948-0220 10 SUMMER CAMPS GUIDE II • MARCH 2015
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About Summer Camps Contact Information
Type
Dates
Specialties
Day camp Ages 4-21
Session 1 June 22July 2; Session 2 July 6-July 17; Session 3 July 20-Aug. 7
Electives, day trip adventures, creative arts, theater arts, sports, service learning and travel
Performing arts ages 3-12
Session I: June 22-July 10 Session II: July 13-July 31
Music, art, dance, creativity fairytales and folklore, music and magic
620 Pershing Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20912 301-565-2281 www.Luminastudio.org
Ages 7-12+
June 22 - August 8
Performing arts, theater, summerstock folk tale theatre, summertime players, QUEST theatre, and NOIR theatre
Metropolitan Ballet Theatre & Academy
Full and half day Ages 3-18
June 15 - Aug. 28
Dance, ballet, summer ballet intensive, tap, jazz, hip hop, pre-pointe, performing arts
Montgomery Community Media Camps
Middle and high school media camp
JCC of Greater Washington
6125 Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD 20852 301-348-3883 jccgw.org/camp
Levine’s Music & Arts Day Camp
5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852 301-897-5100 levinemusic.org/camp
Lumina Studio Theatre Summer Camps
220 Perry Parkway, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 301-762-1757 www.mbtdance.org
7548 Standish Place, Rockville, MD 20855 240-630-0614 mymcmedia.org
Reddemeade Summer Camp
Green Screen Camp July 13–July 17, PSA Camp June 22-June 26, BackPack Journalism June 29-July 10 and July 20-July 31
Coed Day camp
June 15–Aug. 21
Horseback riding for ages 7–14
Day camp with before and after care
Two-week sessions June 29–Aug. 14
Ages 6–teen. SBA, 3–5 princess dance, drama and art
Day camp
Weekly sessions from June 16– Aug. 14
Science, tech and engineering, fine and performing arts, sports camps, LIT/CIT, urban and outdoor adventure, pre-k programs
Day camp ages 3–18
Weekly sessions from June 22– Aug. 14
Cooking, fishing, yoga, soccer, arts and crafts, adventure, volunteerism, farm and CIT
Enrichment, performing arts
June 15–July 3
Enrichment, HSPR prep, college essay writing, music, theater, film, dance, musical performance, basketball, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, volleyball, pom and cheer
14 Flints Grove Drive, North Potomac, MD 20878 301-540-4356 www.TeensToGo.org
Day trips
Multiple summer sessions
Travel everyday for a new adventure, amusement parks, zip lines, white water, ropes course, overnight trips
The Highwood Theatre’s Summer Programs
Day camp, Theatre productions grades 2-12
Multiple sessions and programs in June and July
Musical theatre, technical theatre, music, acting, playwriting, stage combat, improvisation
1701 Ednor Rd., Silver Spring, MD 20905 301-421-4481 www.Reddemeade.com
SBA Performing Arts Camp and Princess Camp
17810 Meeting House Rd., Sandy Spring MD 20860 www.stuidoballetsarts.com
Summer at Norwood
8821 River Rd., Bethesda, MD 20817 301-841-2254 www.summeratnorwood.org
Summer at Sandy Spring
16923 Norwood Rd., Sandy Spring, MD 20860 301-774-7455 www.summeratsandyspring.org
Summer At The Academy
4920 Strathmore Ave., Kensington, MD 20895 301-942-2100 www.academyoftheholycross.org/summer
Teens To Go
914 Silver Spring Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20910 301-587-0697 www.thehighwoodtheatre.org/summer
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About Summer Camps Contact Information
Type
The Julia Brown Schools
3400 Queen Mary Drive, Olney, MD 20832 Columbia: 410-730-5056; Silver Spring: 301-622-7808; Olney: 301-774-5700; Laurel: 301-498-0604 www.juliabrownschools.com
Urbana Riding Club
2700 Roderick Rd., Frederick, MD 21704 301-874-2000 www.UrbanaRidingClub.com
Valley Mill Camp
15101 Seneca Rd., Germantown, MD 20874 301-948-0220 www.valleymill.com
Woodland Horse Summer Camp
16301 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20905 301-421-9156 www.WoodlandHorse.com/camps.html
Dates
Specialties
Montessori school
Year-round; sessions for ages 18 months–9 years
Academically proven individualized instruction, experienced before/after care, NSA/ Military family discount
Riding and sports
June 15–Aug. 7 (oneweek sessions)
Horseback riding, swimming, archery, climbing walls, general sports
Separate Day camps for boys and girls
Weekly sessions June 15–Aug. 21
Kayaking, canoeing, swimming, gymnastics, horseback riding (girls only), archery, rock climbing, ball sports, field trips, cookouts, overnights
Coed riding day camp
June 8-Aug. 14 (one-week sessions)
Horseback riding; ages 5–7 (Pony Pals) and Ages 8–15 (Horsemanship Camp)
ages 8-16
Whatt Kids Want Wha Want To Do! Teens To Go and go on a J oin Teens adventuree EVERYDAY! EVERYDAY! new adventur
• Amusement Parks • Water Parks • Overnight Trips • Go-karting
Our 27th
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1-Week Programs • Travel by Luxury Bus EVERYDAY 4 Locations in Montgomery County
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WWW.TeensToGo.ORG
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online camp directory directory Coming Next Week! Our magazine will highlight camps and summer programs in and outside of Montgomery County.A great resource for parents seeking the ultimate summer experience for your children. Don’t Miss It!
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You can connect with the directory by a click of the mouse! You will find it at www.gazette.net/camps
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To get more informed, check out your state’s forest action plan. These plans document local priorities each state has for their woods. It’s the best way to find out where the danger is, where help is most needed, and who you can contact to get involved. To read your state’s forest action plan, visit www. forestactionplans.org. Another good reference point is the NASF, a non-profit com-
prised of the executive heads of departments of forestry in the United States. NASF works to protect woods and provide information to the public. More information can be found at www.stateforesters.org/contact -your-state-agency. Your actions can affect the trees around you. Take steps to be part of the solution in your local environment. —State Point
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SUMMER DAY CAMP Door to Door Transportation
Two Week Minimum • Ages 3 1/2 to 15
OPEN HOUSE April 11th, 25th & May 2nd SPRING BREAK CAMP April 6th-10th
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Celebrating our 56th year
June 15th-August 28th
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5511 Muncaster Mill Rd., Rockville
301-926-9281 www.camp-olympia.com
Mountain Horseback Riding Biking Soccer
Basketball
Tennis
Swimming
Extended Gymnastics Day
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*Summer Camp* Riding, Swimming, Hiking, Crafts, Climbing Walls, Ziplines & Sports
*Lessons* Free intro lesson ~Heated~ indoor
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Day Camp For Kids Grades K-6 • 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. • One Price Does It All • Fun Themes • Swimming & Field Trips • Lunch Provided
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