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pregnancy/baby 8 S afe Sleep for Infants

How to reduce the risk of SIDS for your baby.

child 9 F un Ways to Improve Your Child’s Handwriting The three essential components to good handwriting.

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10 A Summer Away

Summer camp options at Boys and Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire.

12 H ow to Have a Tough Conversation With a Coach

Tips to help you get the most out of “the talk.”

in every issue 49 Craft Corner

Look what I made!

55 Calendar of Events Area events for all ages.

59 Menu Planning

Recipes and insight from Hungry for Truth.

14 C reative Camps: More than Creating How summer camps can spark creativity.

15 S elf Defense Training

How cross-training can help in many aspects of life.

16 S ummer Activities Can Lead to Summer Injuries

Red flags and warning signs.

18 H ow to Take a Family Nature Adventure

The importance of family time and tips to make it happen.

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21 2018 Summer Camp Guide

Finding the right camp for your family.

family 48 S aving on Summer Camp Supplies Finding supplies on a budget.

50 C ommunity Learning Center

Summer camp options at the Washington Pavilion.

52 H ealthy Snacks for On-the-Go Moms

Options to keep your family energized this summer.

parent 58 Planning an Active Summer Without

A Different Perspective on Early Childhood Learning Teaching children basic life skills through creative play.

Overdoing it

How parents can plan a summer that’s restful, fun and healthy.

62 Meal Planning - Do I Have To? Tips to get started.

63 Mommy Get Fit Update

heck in to see how our 2018 MGF is doing.

home 65 G etting Crafty with Summer Camps Spending time building something meaningful.

66 L ittle Tot Training Seats

Hop onto our website for a list of area Easter Egg Hunts!

Making potty training easier.

68 H ow to Get the Most out of Your Refrigerator Save time, money and your food.

70 B enefits of Adjustable Bases for Sleeping Getting the most out of sleep.

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Summer Camps President & Publisher Steffanie Liston-Holtrop 605-366-1479 steff@thehoodmagazine.com Editor Jessica Brovold jessica@thehoodmagazine.com Art & Design Director Ally Vogel ally@thehoodmagazine.com Digital Media Director Jaclyn Small jaclyn@thehoodmagazine.com Copy Editor Eleanor Turner eleanor@thehoodmagazine.com Contributing Photographers Kristi Shanks Photography Contributing Writers Jarett Bies, Dr. Christine Duncan, Shaina Herrmann, Megan Johnke, Tiffany Krogstad, Dr. Amy Marschall Jessica Schaap

Even though there is still snow on the ground, we are in full summer planning mode at The Hood Magazine! We have our largest summer camp issue we have ever done for you with over 40 camps listed. We worked hard to get as many camp or summer programs to make your summer planning a breeze. You can think of us as your ultimate guide for camps. Let your children look through the issue and circle what camps they would like to do this summer. You may find a few new ones you have never heard of too.

Make sure to check out our website for some web exclusive camps. If this is your first year thinking about summer camps, we have several articles that will also help you get prepared.

We have an update from our Mommy Gets Fit winner Chelsea VanLeur.

She lets us know what she has been learning at Koko FitClub during her first month of the transformation.

Have you started thinking about all the Easter egg hunts you would like to go to this year? We will have a list for you on our website: thehoodmagazine.com.

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t u o b A & t Ou ‘HOOD HAPPENINGS We presented our 2018 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Beesley from Brandon Elementary School with a $250 scholarship during our visit at KDLT. We also had fun making homemade gumball machines for all of your valentine’s candy.

The ‘Hood Magazine was a game sponsor for the Sioux Falls Skyforce. We enjoyed our time connecting with the community and spending some time on the court at the game!

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NEXT ISSUE: Birthday Party and Field Trip Planning: If you are trying to figure out the perfect birthday celebration for your children, you don’t want to miss this issue! From the perfect party, to tips helping you save money, there is something for everyone when it comes to party planning! NEW! We will also have information on field trip planning.

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by Jarett Bies, Avera Health

Safe Sleep for Infants

Babies yet to reach their first birthdays need attention and love, especially when it comes to where they sleep and how to keep them as safe as possible. The guidelines are pretty clear, yet concern for these little ones makes it worth reviewing them, refreshing our memories, and practicing the proper methods every time.

The American Academy of Pediatrics updated guidelines in 2016. Research showed key fundamentals that can help reduce rates of sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS. The guidelines are commonly known as the “Back to Sleep” program.

“The ‘Back’ in the program’s title actually refers to the proper sleeping position – putting the child on his or her back when it’s bedtime,” said pediatric nurse practitioner Kim Peterson, DNP, Avera Medical Group Marshall.

These guidelines also tell any adults caring for sleeping infants to use firm mattresses in cribs and to keep the sleep areas clear.

“No bumpers, toys or blankets,” Peterson said. “This removes potential choking or entrapment hazards.”

Courtney Blomme, PNP, pediatric provider at Avera Medical Group Marshall, underlined what Peterson said,

and added the updated guidelines also advise parents about infant crib location in the home.

“Parents should have the crib or bassinet in their bedroom for babies younger than 12 months,” Blomme said. “The evidence shows this step, combined with a blanket- and toy-free sleeping space, can help reduce SIDS risk by 50 percent.”

Blomme also reminds parents to carefully consider sleepwear for babies. They should wear sleepers or swaddling sacks. These are the safest clothing for them for naps or at bedtime. Peterson and Blomme point to the fact that breastfeeding also reduces overall risk, whether baby receives only breast milk or in combination with formula.

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Summer brings a much-needed break for kids of all ages. There’s a little more freedom to explore, spend time with family, and just have fun. Typical summer activities tend to naturally enhance big motor skills – and that’s a good thing! However, more outside play and increased use of tablets and other technology, can erase progress made during the school year on handwriting.

Handwriting is far more complex than most realize.

There are essentially three components to good handwriting that parents can easily monitor: • Formation

• Position

• Spacing

Letter formation is different than letter construction.

Letters should be formed starting from the top, not the bottom, and should start on the left and not the right. Learning Without Tears® offers an excellent handwriting curriculum and offers free downloads at lwtears.com.

Positioning means letters should sit right on the line.

Letters like g, j, y, etc. dip below the line. Sizing should also be consistent and all capitals should be the same size.

Finally, there should be proper space between letters and between words. Placing a finger after a word helps ensure enough space is allowed.

Sitting at a table and putting pencil to paper day after day over the summer is, fortunately, not necessary.

Consider these alternative fun and creative ways to practice letter formation and enhance fine motor skills:

• F inger paints – Use fingers, Q-tips, cotton balls, or paint brushes to write letters and words.

Or, put paint in a Ziploc bag, lay it flat, and draw letters with a Q-tip.

• Sidewalk chalk is great on black construction paper, as well as on concrete.

• Dry erase markers on a mirror make for fun messages to be discovered.

• P lay-Doh – Roll out snake-like pieces and form letters. Easier clean-up outside is a bonus.

• Squeeze paint or icing from a condiment squeeze bottle to form letters.

• If your kids can’t get enough of that messy play outside, an outdoor paint easel can provide hours of fun. Even cleaning it is fun, by using a garden hose!

Just five minutes a day will have powerful results for your child, and make transitioning into the next school year a breeze. Happy writing! n

• D raw letters in sand, dirt, cornstarch, flour, or rice. It ‘erases’ easily! Trays or bins keep the medium contained.

• Form letters in shaving cream – on nearly any surface. Add food coloring for extra fun!

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A Summer AWAY

Join us Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire as we travel around the world!

Get ready to stamp your passport at far away locations and exotic destinations as we explore the globe learning about different countries that broaden our horizons and create global citizens. We’re combating summer learning loss with interesting, exciting activities and outings that keep kids engaged and learning. But don’t worry, we’ll still be relaxing and enjoying our summer vacation to the fullest with plenty of trips to the pool, adventures at area parks and attractions and new weekly themes that keep them begging to come back! There are two unique tracks to summer fun...experience them solo or combine them for even more Summer Away fun!

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Register BEFORE March 1, 2018 Full-time 4-5 days/week $125/week Part-tim 1-3 days/week $93/week Register AFTER March 1, 2018 Full-time 4-5 days/week $135/week Part-tim 1-3 days/week $98/week

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Track 2 is for families that are looking for short-term camp experiences. Track 2 can be attended ala carte or paired with Track 1 as an add-on! Families enrolled in Track 1 pay a reduced rate when adding camps. Each camp runs one week, Monday Friday from 8:00am - 11:00am.

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Camp Move It Grades K - 6

June 4 - 8 Fred Assam Elementary Spend the week learning all about healthy lifestyles, new sports and drills, and working as a team! This camp is for all of those kids who love to be active. Lace up your sneakers and get ready to have a blast!

Farm to Table Grades K - 6

June 11-15 Eastside Learning Center Get out of the city and onto the farm! We’ll be visiting Dr. Jensen’s farm daily with hands-on activities from animal interactions to cooking, kids should gain an undersatning of the simple pleasures and hard work associated with farm life.

GLOW (Girls Leading Our World) Camp for Girls Grades K - 6 June 18 - 22 Eastside Learning Center Self-confidence, empowerment, and leadership are just a few areas of focus for this camp. Girls will learn about staying true to themselves as females while doing fun activities focused around positive self-esteem and healthy living.

Biz Kids Grades K - 6

July 9 - 13 Eastside Learning Center Put on your thinking caps and put your heads together as you and a team come up with an innovative new business idea. You’ll learn the ins and outs of what it takes to start your own business and present your ideas to a panel...Shark Tank style!

Camp Clue Grades 3 - 6 July 23 - 27 Fred Assam Elementary Who did it? It's your job to gather clues and be a crime scene detective to solve the mystery. Put on your thinking caps and join us on this exciting adventure.

Amazing Race: Sioux Falls Grades 3 - 6

August 6 - 10 14th Street Learning Center Get ready to compete in the great Sioux Falls Amazing Race.

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Even in the most exciting moments, when your team is doing well and you’re feeling at your strongest, there can be times when you need to talk to your coach about something difficult. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of “the talk”: Don’t get personal

First of all, make sure you’re going into the conversation with knowledge of what you want to say. It sounds obvious, but if you really want to make your coach focus on what you’re saying, you need to be sure YOU know what that is! Write down the most important points and practice saying them out loud before you go.

Try to keep the conversation neutral, and keep personal feelings out of it. If you’re upset about your place in the team, give a list of reasons why you think it should be reevaluated, and not why you think the coach was wrong. Keep your tone neutral and positive, and you’ll be surprised how successful your negotiations can be.

Pick the best time Practice is a busy time for everyone, so ask your coach before practice begins if you can take a few minutes of their time once practice is over. That way they can give you their full attention without the distractions of everyone else. Another option is to set up an appointment outside of practice hours, if you think the conversation will take a long time.

Find support It’s okay to bring someone for support. This could be a teammate, friend, parent, or another adult you trust.

Explain to them the situation before you go, so they can be fully supportive when you’re talking.

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Leave with a plan Before you end your talk with your coach, make sure everyone knows the plan going forward. Come up with a few action steps, and follow up on them in a few days.

Regardless of what your difficult conversation is about, by following these simple steps you can make sure your coach hears you, has time for you and understands what you want. Be confident, bring support and good luck! n

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Creative Camps: More than Creating

What are your kids doing this summer? Camps are a wonderful way to focus the extra time and energy children have during the summer months on something creative. Aside from being something fun to do, camps can create opportunities to forge new friendships, build social skills and learn something new. Creative camps, in particular, offer benefits extending beyond a creative outlet.

Skill Development Creative projects and activities foster creative thinking and problem-solving development, by enlisting skills like idea generation, finding more than one solution to a problem, and taking risks. Collaborating on a project with peers (such as envisioning and building a group art installation) develops social skills, builds teamwork ability, and allows them to see strengths in others.

Healthy Expression Creative expression can serve as a personality adjustment, give a person a better understanding of the world around them, and promote a healthier overall outlook on life. Johns Hopkins researchers found that arts education can help rewire the brain in positive ways. In the same turn, creative camps give children the means to express feelings or work out thoughts they otherwise might not know how to articulate, and can also help them make new cognitive connections.

Academic Improvement

have been proven in multiple studies to not only help kids stay in school, but improve academic achievement across the board. Creating changes to the learning environment to one of discovery for children who are tired of numbers and facts.

Self Worth Art-oriented camps build a sense of self by letting individuals freely push boundaries. Because there are virtually no rules in creative expression, there is little room for failure or negative comparison. Creating develops a strong sense of self-worth and pride in accomplishment. Understanding each individual has his or her own unique view gives children the confidence to take risks and try new ideas – not just in art, but in other areas of life.

The Sioux Empire is fortunate to have a number of wonderful businesses and organizations that offer great creative opportunities over the summer. Check them out! Your children will thank you. n

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Self-defense training can benefit people in a number of ways. At first glance, it’s easy to say the primary benefit is to help you win a fight – in the event you’re threatened with physical harm. Some practitioners believe they’re making an investment in their health, much like any exercise. However, not all exercises are created equally.

While training in a self-defense system such as Karate, Taekwondo and Jujitsu, you’re training with more of a purpose. You’re learning skill sets that will help you succeed on and off the mat, allowing you to live a more balanced life. True practitioners of martial arts take a more holistic approach to mastering these forms of self-defense. Training in self-defense builds character for students and teaches discipline.

For example, a black belt may know they could win a fight and in the process, cause a person serious physical harm. One of the main tenets of self-defense training is to use violence only as a last resort. This is continually stressed in any martial arts training. Another nice thing about self-defense training is you can keep doing whatever you have been doing for your fitness and simply add this to your routine. Most schools have a diverse schedule with some early and late times, making it easy to fit self-defense training in to your already busy schedule.

Self-defense training is one of the best crosstraining programs for athletes of all ages. The bilateral training balances out the imbalances created in the body by most team sports, which is especially good for kids. By balancing out the strength on both sides of the body, this type of training can help prevent injuries.

From 3 – 6 years of age the most rapid growth in the brain takes place in part of the prefrontal cortex.

This part of the brain functions to plan and organize new actions and maintain attention to tasks. Benefits of martial arts training for 3 – 6 year olds include: Social and emotional intelligence Development of basic muscle groups Cardiovascular endurance Development of proprioception Following directions Counting Left and right side development Understanding Consequences Building a “can do” attitude Controlling emotions Embracing competition Facing fears Meeting new people Developing a sense of independence If nothing else, when considering a class like this for yourself or your child, you’ll be building confidence in yourself and the experience of trying something new. n

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by AmyDuncan, Hauff, Apple Tree Chiropractic Children’s Center

by Dr. Christine Lanpher

Summer Activities Can Lead to Summer Injuries

During the busy summer months, we try to squeeze in as much fun as possible. Especially outside fun, such as hiking, biking and camping! This can be a lot more activity than we are used to, after hibernating during the South Dakota winters. While it is great to get out and be active, remembering to pace ourselves and stretch and stay hydrated is very important too.

Skill Development Here are some red flags that will help you know when you have over done it and need to take a water break, stretch more or call your chiropractor and make an appointment.

Signs of dehydration: • G etting light headed, a headache or dizzy when out in the hot sun • Skin staying flushed and bright red even while drinking water • Not urinating for more than 2-3 hours

When you need to stretch more: • I f you’re planning on exercising significantly more than you normally do • If you have recently worked out and have sore muscles • If you get muscle cramps easily (also… eat a banana before you begin!)

Time to call your chiropractor: • I f you have over-done it and the pain is more than a normal ache

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• I f you’re experiencing shooting pains down your legs or arms • If you’ve fallen and have pain even after your bruise has gone away • If you notice your normal range of motion or flexibility is reduced • If you’re experiencing headaches and don’t normally suffer from them • If you’re having muscle aches longer than 5 days after your activity When exercising, a good way to determine how much time you should spend stretching, is to calculate 10% of your total activity time, and warm up and cool down for that amount of time. For example, if you’re planning on hiking for an hour, you should stretch and warm up for six minutes and cool down and stretch for an additional six minutes. This will really help you stay loose and help to prevent injuries. But if an injury does occur, don’t wait too long before seeking help, from your local, friendly chiropractor. n

Are You Ready for Summer?

The Sioux Empire Fastpitch Softball Association (SEFSA) is looking for boys and girls who are interested in learning how to play one of the fastest growing sports – fastpitch softball! We need players ages 4 – 6 years old for our co-ed leagues and girls ages 7 – 18 for our girls summer league. The season is 6 weeks long, kids may play up to 12 games, and will start the in the middle of May through the middle of July (no weekend league games).

We offer: • 4 – 5 year old co-ed tee-ball for boys and girls ($55) • 5 – 6 year old co-ed “coach pitch” for boys and girls ($60) • 8U girls (7 and 8 years old) player and “coach pitch” softball ($60) • 10U – 18U (9 – 18 years old) player pitch ($90 – $100) • 18 and older Womens fastpitch softball league ($125) Please go to SEFSA.org for more information and to register your child, or call SEFSA at 605-728-1040.

We are looking for umpires between the ages of 12– 70 years old. If you want a fun, great paying, flexible, summer job check us out at www.sefsa.org

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How to Take a

Family Nature Adventure How to make it happen?

1. Plan Flexibility. Plan your adventure for a day when you don’t have other commitments, causing your family to be rushed and impatient with one another.

2. D on’t go alone. Children will explore outside their comfort zone, and likely yours, when they have a friend to share the adventure with.

3. G o slow. Hike the trails at the children’s pace or, better yet, set up base camp on a comfy log in the sun and let the children search for bugs, climb trees and build stick forts.

4. B ring Snacks. Healthy, delicious snacks and plenty of water will maintain energy levels to keep your adventure going and are effective solutions to the first round of “Can we go home yet?” chants.

5. G ear up. Rubber boots with a formed fit and lightweight rain gear have proven the most useful.

Water, briars and burrs are kept out, mostly.

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6. Tell Stories. Talk about your own adventures in nature. If you don’t have any, tell stories about someone you know. If you’re still drawing a blank, make one up or simply wonder aloud with your children, “I wonder what creature made that sound?”. Stories ignite the imagination, which is the essential requirement for enjoying creation.

Where to go near Sioux Falls? Newton Hills State Park (30 min), Good Earth State Park (15 min), Palisades State Park (30 min) and Beaver Creek Nature Area (20 min) are our favorites.

The hardest part? Overcoming our fears: fear of being dirty, fear of being uncomfortable, fear of being hurt, fear of being lost, fear of the unknown.

Why? “Passion is lifted from the earth itself by the muddy hands of the young; it travels along grassstained sleeves to the heart. If we’re going to save environmentalism and the environment, we must also save an endangered indicator species: the child in nature.” (Richard Louv, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder). n

Inspiring Joyful Learning Mastering Skills Exploring Nature Serving Others A new school for elementary age thinkers, learners and doers.

For more information, contact Kent Becker at 605-218-0227 or visit: pathfindersmontessori.org

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The LSS summer program combines academic, cultural and recreational activities.

• Children choose daily from a variety of fun and educational enrichment activities • Hands-on learning • Fun weekly themes, pool visits, field trips & more • Convenient locations with affordable rates • Specialized programs for youth of all abilities ages 3–21 at Here4Youth location

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Summer Camp DIRECTORY

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It may still look like a winter wonderland outside, but before we know it, summer will be here! Now is the time to start making your plans for summer and that includes summer camps!

You’ve come to the right place because we have everything you need to know when it comes to helping your child choose the activities that will keep them busy learning during the summer months.

Registration for many camps opens in March and space is limited. Enjoy reading through these listings. We hope you find the perfect camp for your family!

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AR Workshop All American Gymnastics Academy allamericangymnastics.com

Name of Camp: See Website Calendar Date(s) & Time(s): Varies Ages: 3 – 18 Price: Varies, depending on the camp Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-334-4311 Description of Camp: AAGA Has awesome camps for gymnastics, ninja and cheerleading.

Check out our website and register for your child’s camp today.

Apple Tree Children’s Center appletreechildren.org

Name of Camp: Apple Tree Date(s) & Time(s): May – August, 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Ages: 5 – 12 Price: $164/week (discount for multiple children) Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: Apple Tree East 605-3399571, Apple Tree West 605-361-9875, Apple Tree North 605-332-5581, Apple Tree Valhalla 605-361-7746 Description of Camp: Our focus is making before/after school time fun and enriching for your child. We offer a summer full of outdoor activities, field trips and hands-on projects

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to stimulate your child’s imagination, while maintaining their educational focus. Some of our camp themes last year included; Pirates of the Caribbean, Down the Rabbit Hole, Fear is Not a Factor and Walk Like an Egyptian. All of these themes included; math, science and problem solving.

AR Workshop arworkshop.com/siouxfalls

Name of Camp: Youth Wood and Canvas Summer ARt Camp Date(s) & Time(s): June 11 – 15, July 9 – 13, August 13 – 17; from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Ages: 8 – 14 Price: $175 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-231-8399 Description of Camp: Join us for creative and crafty Summer ARt Camps! Each day is a new project! Participants will customize and make 5 DIY projects and a T-shirt over the course of the 5-day camp. Participants will have the opportunity to customize their project with their choice of paint colors from our decor line of paints. Kids are welcome to bring a snack and a drink to enjoy during a short break.

Summer ARt Camp projects will consist of a canvas tote bag &T-shirt, wood photo frame, canvas wall hanging, youth wood plank sign, and a youth wood framed sign.

SDSYO 2018-2019 MAY 18 - 21, 2018 REGISTER NOW! The SDSYO is an educational program comprised of four student orchestras, ranging from a beginner string orchestra to an advanced symphonic orchestra. Members are given the tools and training to pursue their artistic passions, and concerts allow students to showcase their talents and perform in a professional environment.

Prelude Strings Strings Only Orchestra for Beginning Players

Philharmonia Full Orchestra for Intermediate Players

Sinfonia Strings Only Orchestra for Developing Players

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2018 camps Augustana University augie.edu/summer-music-camp

Name of Camp: Augustana Summer Music Camp Date(s) & Time(s): June 4 – 9 Ages: 7th – 12th grade & 2018 High School Grads Price: $475 (resident) $375 (commuters) before April 15 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-274-5457 (Dr. Lisa Grevlos) Description of Camp: Our camp is designed to keep you engaged all day long, meeting new friends, rehearsing with one another, spending time with our amazing faculty and having some fun that has nothing to do with music! Choices include band, choir, orchestra, keyboard, guitar, small ensembles, enrichment electives and private lessons in voice and instrument. Academy ensembles, including Brass Quintet, Opera Theatre and String Trio, are available for the more advanced music student. Please see our website for scholarship opportunities.

Avera Therapy – Pediatrics avera.org/therapy

Name of Camp: Little Critters Date(s) & Time(s): June 7, 14, 21, 28 from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.

Ages: 3 – 5 Price: $100 for 4 sessions Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-322-5150 Description of Camp: Come join the fun!

Little Critters offers an opportunity for your child to participate in a structured playtime to help promote the development of social skills in a language-rich environment. This playgroup will be led by licensed therapists and will provide opportunities for gross and fine motor play, facilitated social skills and language development. All children are welcome to join the fun!

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Name of Camp: Munch & Crunch: Making Mealtimes Fun! Date(s) & Time(s): June 7, 14, 21, 28 from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Ages: 3 – 7 (will group according to ages) Price: $125 for 4 sessions Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-322-5150 Description of Camp: Tired of every mealtime being a battle? Looking for ways to encourage your picky eater to try something new? This camp works on providing a positive environment for food exploration, and education for children and their families on making mealtimes an enjoyable experience again. The group will address oral motor, sensory, social and play aspects of feeding in a small group setting led by a speech language pathologist and occupational therapist.

Children will play and create with, sing about, and read about food to work towards greater acceptance and willingness to try things that are a little different.

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2018 camps Avera Therapy – Pediatrics avera.org/therapy

Name of Camp: SENSEational Fun Date(s) & Time(s): June 12, 19, 26, July 12, August 2 from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Ages: 7 – 10 Price: $125 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-322-5150 Description of Camp: A group designed to help children learn to self-regulate their attention, activity level and behavioral

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responses. To help them become more aware of their level of alertness, allowing them to learn to monitor, modify and change it to better be ready to meet the needs of different tasks and situations. It will include concepts from the “How Does My Engine Run” program and handouts/activities from Brainworks and be led by an occupational therapist. There will be interactive activities during the session to assist in identifying and changing their level of alertness, as well as take home activities to help them work on it in all environments.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire bgcsiouxempire.org Name of Camp: A Summer Away Date(s) & Time(s): May – August, Track 1 Summer Program 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

(Brandon/Harrisburg sites); 5:45 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (Sioux Falls sites); Track 2 Summer Camps 8:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Ages: K – 5th grade Price: Varies Location: Sioux Falls, Brandon or Harrisburg, SD Phone Number: 605-338-8061 Description of Camp: Join us as we travel around the world! Get ready to stamp your passport at far away locations and exotic destinations, as we explore the globe learning about different countries to broaden our horizons and create global citizens. We’re

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Express your creativity at our summer camps: POTTERY PAINTING DRAWING BUILDING BEGINNERS CREATIVE WRITING

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DIY WORKSHOPS June - August Ages: 5 - 17 years old Price: $10-45

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire bgcsiouxempire.org

Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-334-9466 x15 Description of Camp: The Butterfly House & Aquarium’s Summer Explorer Camps & Junior Biologist/Aquarist Camp are a great way to keep your child active and engaged with nature! With half or full-day camps, unique activities will keep your camper submerged in hands-on learning about the ocean and rainforest. Explorers enjoy up-close animal encounters, games, crafts, snacks, and more!

Visit our website to register and for more details.

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combating summer learning loss with interesting, exciting activities and outings that keep kids engaged and learning. But don’t worry, we’ll still be relaxing and enjoying our summer vacation to the fullest with plenty of trips to the pool, adventures at area parks and attractions and new weekly themes that keep them begging to come back! There are two unique tracks to summer fun. Experience them solo or combine them for even more summer away fun!

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Name of Camp: The Club Date(s) & Time(s): 12:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Ages: 6 – 18 Price: $75 annually Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-275-1009 Description of Camp: Programming is based on five core areas: Character and Leadership, Career and Education, Health and Life Skills, The Arts, Sports, Fitness and Education.

Summer lunch program available, snack and dinner are included.

Boy Scouts of America, Sioux Council siouxcouncil.org

Name of Camp: Cub Scout Day Camp Date(s) & Time(s): June 16, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Ages: 6 – 10 Price: $35 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-323-0746 Description of Camp: Cub Scout day camps are full of fun and excitement for all boys, ages 6-10. STEM activities, shooting sports and exploration of the world in 2018! Grab your “passport to adventure” and join us!

Butterfly House & Aquarium ButterflyHouseAquarium.org

Name of Camp: Summer Explorer Camps Date(s) &Time(s): June – August Ages: K – 12th grade Price: Varies

Catfish Bay W ater Ski Park Catfish Bay Water Ski Park catfishbay.com

Name of Camp: Camp OnAqua Date(s) & Time(s): June 18 – 22, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Ages: 8 – 13 Price: $365 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-339-0911 Description of Camp: The camp gives kids the opportunity to experience water recreation in a fun and safe learning environment. Includes water skiing, fishing, canoeing, tubing, swimming and more.

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Butterfly House Central Preschool & Kindergarten cbcschool.org

Name of Camp: Summer Fun Date(s): Session 1: June 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 Session 2: July 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 Session 3: July 24, 26, 31, August 2, 7, 9 Time(s): Tuesday and Thursdays,

9:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Ages: 3 – 6 Price: $104/session, Registration: $40/session Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-336-2303 Description of Camp: Our summer fun sessions are filled with exploring and learning about all sorts of summer-related subjects, such as the beach, fishing, bugs, camping and water fun! Children will also enjoy the exciting learning centers, sing-along time and daily lessons. Each session offers a different variety.

Children must be potty trained.

Color Me Mine Sioux Falls siouxfalls.colormemine.com

Name of Camp: Summer Workshops Date(s) & Time(s): Various classes Tuesdays (10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.) and Thursdays (1:00 – 3:30 p.m.); June 12 – August 16.

Ages: 6 – 13 Price: $45 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-362-6055

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EmBe

Description of Camp: Join us for some creative fun at Color Me Mine Sioux Falls this summer! We will have workshops where the children will paint pottery, build with clay, paint canvas and more!

Dakota Spirit dakotaspirit.com

Name of Camp: Dakota Spirit Cheer Camp Date(s) & Time(s): June 11 – June 14 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.

Ages: 4+ Price: $60 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-201-6054 Description of Camp: Start off your summer with some spirit! Campers will learn the fundamentals of cheerleading! They’ll learn to stunt, jump, tumble and dance in a 4-day camp filled with fun! Campers will perform for parents and friends on the last day!

June 12 - 15, 2018

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or contact Del Hubers, Camp Director 605-789-1524 dhubers@sio.midco.net 605-789-1524 • dhubers@sio.midco.net

Join today for immediate ADVENTURE!

or check out our new membership options for summer www.gsdakotahorizons.org/join Questions? Contact our Member Services team at 1-800-666-2141 or email help@gsdakotahorizons.org

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2018 camps Description of Camp: Build your Bliss at this girl-led camp. Campers choose some activities, snacks and themes while they work to build their island civilization. Enjoy all the camp activities that make BLISS a favorite!

Great food, fun activities like canoeing, archery, swimming and friendship! This camp is four days with one overnight.

Great Plains Zoo and Delbridge Museum of Natural History greatzoo.org

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EmBe embe.org

Name of Camp: Find your Spark at EmBe! Date(s) & Time(s): May 28 – August 22 Ages: K – 8th grade Price: Price varies, scholarships available Location: Sioux Falls, Harrisburg, Crooks, SD Phone Number: 605-336-3660 or 605-362-9438 Description of Camp: 13 weeks of school age (K – 5th) summer care camp – pick one week or all 13. EmBe also has several specialty camps to choose from. Camp CEO is for middle-school aged girls to learn leadership.

Babysitting Camp offers classroom and handson learning, as well as practice in the EmBe Childcare Center. FIRST LEGO League camps introduce boys and girls to programming and robotics. Camp ChangeMaker shows middle school boys and girls how giving back is big fun!

Girl Scouts—Dakota Horizons gsdakotahorizons.org

Name of Camp: Build Your Bliss Date(s) & Time(s): June 19 – 22, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Ages: 2nd – 5th grade Price: $120 includes: Activities, snacks, meals, transportation, t-shirt and patch. (Register by May 18 and save $10) Location: Hartford, SD Phone Number: 800-666-2141

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Name of Camp: ZooCamp Date(s) & Time(s): June – August Ages: 4 – 11 Price: Varies Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-367-7003 x233 Description of Camp: Get ready for a summer camp experience your child will never forget.

With half-day and full-day themed camps, summer ZooCamp has an adventure waiting for everyone! Each camp is customized, but all include games, songs, crafts, snacks, train or carrousel rides, tours of the zoo and animal encounters.

Hope Reins Outreach Center westridgeequine.vpweb.com

Name of Camp: Summer day camp Date(s) & Time(s): June and July (3 Day Sessions) Ages: 6 – 12 Price: $250 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-450-9783 Description of Camp: Hope Reins of South Dakota is a nonprofit outreach program.

Our mission is to provide structured equine activities for disadvantaged youth and families.

We utilize horses and volunteers to accomplish a day camp program. By displaying love through mentoring relationships, we believe people will acquire healing from the past and hope for the future. While providing the opportunity to participate in safe, nurturing horsemanship experiences, Hope Reins serves as a place of refuge and offers people a sense of belonging. Sponsorship is available for those in need.

Name of Camp: Inspiration Hills Summer Camps Date(s) & Time(s): June 11 – August 13 (weekly resident and day camps) Ages: 1st – 4th grade day camps; 3rd – 12th grade week camps; all ages family camps Price: $105 – $490 Location: Inwood, IA Phone Number: 712-986-5193 Description of Camp: Experience the best week of your summer with Christian camping in a variety of settings. Air Conditioned Lodge Camps, Roughing it Wilderness Camps, Saddle Up Horse Camps, Take Me Fishing Camp, High School Leadership camps, Day Camps, Grandparent/Grandchild Camp, Family Camp and so much more!

Ages: 8 – 12, 13 – 16* Price: $80 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-338-3980 Description of Camp: Campers participate in four days of art, games and learning about creative uses for unusual materials, including a visit to a local reuse artist’s studio!

Camp ends with an art reception where the kids display their week’s work for friends and family. Let your blooming artist unleash his or her creativity!

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JAM Art and Supplies jamartandsupplies.org

Name of Camp: Creative Reuse Camp Date(s) & Time(s): 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Week 1: June 4 – 7 Week 2: June 11 – 14 Week 3: July 16 – 19 Week 4: July 23 – 26* Week 5: August 6 – 9 Week 6: August 13 – 16

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EmBe’s specialty summer camps are two to five days and geared towards boys and girls ages 9 to 14 (varies by camp).

Camp CEO, FIRST LEGO League Robotics, Babysitting Bootcamp, Camp ChangeMaker and Junior Lifeguarding Camp all help tweens & teens get engaged

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and excited about unique summer camp experiences. EmBe Summer Care camps for children in grades K-5 offer weekly themes, swimming, field trips, baseball games and many other fun stops. Camp is every week day all summer long. Choose one week or all thirteen!

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2018 camps Kids Inc. sf.k12.sd.us/parents/after-schoolprograms/kids-inc-after-school/summerprogram Name of Camp: Kids Inc. Summer Academic Enrichment Program Date(s) & Time(s): Two-week sessions running June 11 – August 3, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Ages: Completed K – 5th grade Price: $25/family enrollment fee, plus rate for two-week session (price determined by your child’s lunch status at school: see website) Location: Three locations in Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-367-4424 Description of Camp: June 11 – 22: Natural Wonders: Come take a look at the incredible natural world.

June 25 – July 6: Full STEAM Ahead: Come aboard for hands-on projects set to combine students’ skills in science technology, engineering, art and math.

July 9 – 20: It’s Showtime! Show off your creative side through art, music and dance!

July 23 – August 3: Superhero Academy: Learn what it means to be “Super” by exploring characteristics of real life superheroes.

LifeScape LifeScapeSD.org

Name of Camp: Social Skills, Handwriting, Family Fun & Fitness, Helping Hands, Power Mobility, Let’s Talk with AAC Date(s) &Time(s): Varies Ages: Varies Price: Varies. Some covered by insurance, scholarships available dependent on need.

Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-444-9700 Description of Camp: Social Skills: 10-week group to build social awareness/interaction skills. Family Fun & Fitness: A physical therapist helps parents and kids get active through fun activities. Handwriting: occupational therapists teach skills for a lifetime of better/easier handwriting. Power Mobility: Our seating and assistive tech experts assess and develop a custom, power wheelchair system. Helping Hands: Increased hand/arm function for children with hemiplegia. Let’s Talk with AAC: Kids learn to communicate with AAC (voice output devices) in fun and functional ways.

JUNE 4-9, 2018 • SIOUX FALLS, SD FOR students entering grades 7-12 & 2018 high school grads musical instruction & performance Experiences augustana faculty instructors MAKE GREAT MUSIC, FRIENDS & MEMORIES camp choices

Band, Choir, Orchestra, Keyboard, Guitar Small Ensembles, Enrichment Electives Private Voice & Instrumental Lessons Academy Brass, Opera & String Trio

REGISTER TODAY!

augie.edu/musiccamp Dr. Lisa Grevlos, 605.274.5457 or lisa.grevlos@augie.edu

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LifeScape LifeScape & Black Hills Playhouse, Jr. LifeScapeSD.org

Name of Camp: Camp Bravo: All-Ability Performing Arts Date(s) &Time(s): June 17 – 22 Ages: 9 – 21 Price: Before April 15 $475; after April 15 $500.

Location: Watertown, SD Phone Number: 605-444-9631 Description of Camp: Campers of all abilities explore movement, music and performance – all adapted to meet participants’ individual needs. The week ends with a performance for family and friends. Horseback riding, horse-drawn wagon rides, pontoon rides, kayaking, swimming, archery and camp fires are also offered, all in a completely accessible environment. Staff are trained and experienced in working with campers of all abilities. Nurses are on site to accommodate special medical needs. Family accommodations are available upon request.

Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota losd.org

Name of Camp: NeSoDak, Joy Ranch, Klein Ranch and Outlaw Ranch Date(s) & Time(s): Weekly, June 10 – August 10 Ages: All Price: $300 – $700

Location: Various locations around SD. Phone Number: 800-888-1464 Description of Camp: Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota provides opportunities for all ages and all abilities to explore and experience love in community and creation. Our summer camps provide individuals and families the chance to spend a week, as faith becomes life.

Lutheran Social Services Childcare & Education Services Childcare.LssSD.org

Name of Camp: Summer Fun! Happy Kids!

Date(s) & Time(s): Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m.

– 6:00 p.m.

Ages: 5 –12 Price: Varies, scholarships available Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-371-8770 Description of Camp: Our unique and exciting summer program offers school age students fun and enriching experiences.

Children keep learning and preparing for the next school year in a hands-on, child-friendly environment.

Weekly themes, exciting field trips and trips to the pool make learning fun. Come tour one of our four convenient locations.

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2018 camps Mathnasium of Sioux Falls mathnasium.com/siouxfalls

Name of Camp: Mathnasium Summer Sessions Date(s) & Time(s): Varies Ages: 2nd – 12th grade Price: Starting at $20/session Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-334-6284 Description of Camp: Most children lose about two months of knowledge in mathematical computation skills during the summer months. Mathnasium of Sioux Falls summer math programs can prevent learning loss and help students catch up or get ahead.

Flexible packages available with no scheduling required within instruction hours.

Museum of Visual Materials sfmvm.com

Name of Camp: Museum of Visual Materials Summer Camp

Date(s) & Time(s): Various classes Monday – Wednesday between the hours of 9:00 a.m.

– 4:00 p.m.

Ages: 6 – young adults Price: $10 – $45 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-271-9500 Description of Camp: Join the fun at the Museum of Visual Materials this summer! We will have creative writing, pottery, painting, building, drawing and DIY classes this summer.

Our goal is to have an educational and creative experience for your child!

Platinum Dance PlatinumDanceSF.com

Name of Camp: Fairytale Camp Date(s) & Time(s): July 23 – 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Ages: 3 – 10 years old (Must be potty trained prior to camp starting) Price: $150 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-951-9309 Description of Camp: This magical week

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brings your princess from near or far (dressed, of course, in princess or ballerina outfits) to spend time with some intelligent, inspiring and polite famous princesses! We dance, read, play games, make crafts and more! We combine the magic of being a princess as we learn dances about being a princess! On the final day of camp, our honored princesses receive awards and perform for Queen Moms and King Dads!

Plum’s Cooking plumscooking.com

Name of Camp: Kids Cooking Camp Date(s) & Time(s): June 4 – 8, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Ages: 6 – Teenage Price: $395 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-335-1999 Description of Camp: Send your children ages 6 and up on a five-day tour of the world’s most popular cuisine! They’ll begin the journey in Italy, learning to make pasta and sauces.

Day two takes them to France to learn proper French cooking techniques. On the third day, they’ll explore the unique flavors of Chinese cuisine. Next, they’ll head for Greece and its delicious cuisine. The tour finishes in Mexico with traditional foods and spices. If they are also interested in learning how to bake, look for more camps and dates at plumscooking.com.

Presentation Sisters presentationsisters.org

Name of Camp: Presentation Sisters Leadership Camp Date(s) &Time(s): July 16 – 20 Ages: girls entering 7th-9th grade Price: $200 Location: Black Hills, SD Phone Number: 605-770-3671 Description of Camp: This Camp provides a safe place where middle school girls share their feelings and strengthen their faith and relationship with God. Group sessions and guest speaker topics focus on leadership, building selfesteem and community. Group activities include hiking, crafts, waterpark, challenge course, talent show and the Mount Rushmore Lighting Ceremony. Girls meet and interact with Sisters and peer role models who display and teach leadership skills and valuable life lessons based on Christian values.

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Platinum Dance Sanford POWER SanfordPOWER.com

Name of Camp: Sanford POWER Date(s) &Time(s): June 4 – August 3; times scheduled individually Ages: 5th – 12th grade Price: Varies Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-312-7800 Description of Camp: The POWER sports performance program offers athlete development training for all ages and skill levels. We provide individualized and small group training programs for athletes in all sports to improve strength, speed and ability along with reducing the incidence of injury.

Sports nutritionist on staff to answer questions and for individual consults.

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Sanford POWER SanfordPentagon.com/basketball

Name of Camp: Basketball Academy Date(s) &Time(s): Varies Ages: K – 12th grade Price: Varies Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-312-7920 Description of Camp: Comprehensive basketball program for players of all abilities.

We offer single-day camps and workouts, weekly workouts and week-long camps.

Sanford POWER sanfordsports.com

Name of Camp: Riggs Premier Football Academy Date(s) &Time(s): Varies Ages: Grades K – 12th grade Price: Varies Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-312-7800

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Description of Camp: Comprehensive football programs for players of all abilities in Grades K-12. We offer individual and group workouts plus flag leagues. Two of the most popular options: The South Dakota Junior Football Camp for Grades 2 – 8 (July 10 – 12) and the Flag Football Camp for Grades K – 6 (Aug 7 – 9).

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Name of Camp: Camp Fuel Date(s) &Time(s): Varies Ages: 9 – 11 Price: Varies Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-328-1600 Description of Camp: This three-day camp explores nutrition and being physically fit with age-appropriate activities and education.

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Learn more at plumscooking.com today!

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2018 camps Singing Boys of Sioux Falls singingboysofsiouxfalls.org

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Date(s) & Time(s): June 12 – 15, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Ages: 8 – 13 Price: $100, scholarships available Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-789-1524 Description of Camp: Boys Sing Camp 2018 is an exciting four days of singing and activities for boys ages 8 – 13. Participants prepare music for the Boys Sing Tour and their final performance on Friday, tailgate and sing the National Anthem at a Canaries Baseball game, and participate in swimming and other fun activities.

Let the adventures begin!

Registration opens on Monday, March 5th for ALL 2018 Summer Fun sessions.

Summer Fun at CPK will be full of adventure as we explore summer topics such as camping, sandcastles, watermelon, and even bubbles! Exciting learning centers, sing-along time, Bible lessons, and tasty snacks will round out a great morning.

CPK Summer Fun is for 3, 4, 5, and 6 year olds. Children must be potty-trained and have preschool/large group experience.

2018 SUMMER FUN DATES Session 1: June 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 Session 2: July 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 Session 3: July 24, 26, 31, and August 2, 7, 9 Each Summer Fun session meets for three consecutive weeks on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00am to 11:30am. The cost for each session is $104.00.

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Name of Camp: Summer Care / Achievement Academy Summer Learning Date(s) & Time(s): May 21 – August 10 Ages: Pre-K – 6th grade Price: Flexible options and prices to meet the needs of your family’s schedule Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-371-1481 Description of Camp: Our Summer programs keep kids engaged and ready for the upcoming school year. Your kids will have a blast with different themed activities every week. Classes are tailored to fit the specific grade level of your child and are taught by certified teachers and university students pursuing degrees. Daily activities include math, reading, writing, science, religion, field trips, and fun projects! Enroll your child today!

Sioux Falls Figure Skating Club sffsc.com

Name of Camp: Summer Skating Camp Date(s) & Time(s): August 6 – 9; 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Monday –Wednesday; 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Thursday Ages: 5 – 12 all skill levels: beginners with no experience through recreational skater Price: $165 includes snack, skate rental and t-shirt Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-271-8897 Description of Camp: Cool off in the heat of summer. Your camper will learn the fundamentals of skating or improve their skating skills. Activities include 1 hour of ice time per day (group skill class, fun activities & choreography), strength, stretch and balance training off-ice, crafts, snack and a small performance on Thursday for parents and guests. Registration begins May 1.

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Soccer Sprouts Sioux Falls Tennis Association sfta.net

Name of Camp: Summer Tennis Date(s) & Time(s): Jun 4 – July 3 or July 9 – August 9 (Two Sessions: pick one or both sessions); Lesson time varies Monday/Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; Tuesday/Thursday 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. and Friday playdays Ages: 4 – 18 Price: $45 Ages 4 – 6, plus $75 for lessons; or $95 for lessons plus Play Days Ages 7 – 18 Location: Three locations in Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-351-1631 Description of Camp: SFTA is studentfocused with an experienced and caring teaching staff that caters to all ages and skill levels. ROGY is used in our beginning groups to facilitate quicker learning and enjoyment of the game. We also offer optional Friday playdays, where players can demonstrate and practice the skills they are learning by playing matches with another player at their level.

Come join the fun! Weber Tournament at the end is a must!

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Skate City SD skatecitysd.com

Name of Camp: Skate Class Date(s) & Time(s): 5-week Saturday session, 9:15 – 10:00 a.m., Starts June 2 Ages: All ages welcome!

Price: $35 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-332-7915 Description of Camp: Register for our 5-week, instructor lead class to help your beginner skater learn to roll with confidence! The first week, we will teach the basics of skate composition, balance, and posture. Each class after will build on what is learned the week before. We encourage our class skaters to stay and practice during our 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. session, immediately following skate class, for FREE!

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Soccer Sprouts sdsoccersprouts.com

Name of Camp: Spring and Summer Soccer Seasons Date(s) & Time(s): April 30 – June 29; July 9 – August 31 Ages: 3 – 10 Price: 3 – 8: $70; 9 – 10: $80 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-929-4683 Description of camp: Soccer Sprouts is an education-based youth soccer program that helps children learn the basic fundamentals of soccer through fun games and activities, while also developing their gross and fine motor skills for any kind of physical activity or play.

We encourage our Sprouts to be creative, get healthy exercise and build their confidence, while learning new skills with and without a soccer ball. We believe children learn by playing, and we strive to provide them with a solid foundation to enjoy soccer for many years to come.

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Summer Camp AT WESTRIDGE

We are excited to open the enrollment for our 11th annual horse camps, Deadline for including a trail ride for campers enrollment: April 30th to participate in as well as Fees: $250 per child arena riding. Our three day Date(s) & Time(s): camps also include crafts, June thru August games, and much more.

Scholarships available thru hopereins outreach program for those who qualify.

Attend camp with the Cub Scouts! $35 for Day Camp $50 for Family Camp* Sign up today at www.siouxcouncil.org

Tuesday thru Thursday from 9:00-2:30

*Plus Cub Scout registration fees

All camps are STEM-based: Biology, Math, Engineering, Flight, plus BBs, Archery, Games and MORE!

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Summer Cub Camps are for boys entering grades 1-5.

Don’t forget! All Cub programs will be for the entire family!

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2018 camps South Dakota Symphony Youth Orchestra sdsymphony.org/sdsyo/

Name of Camp: Season Auditions Date(s) & Time(s): May 18 – 21 Ages: 9 – 18; 4th – 12th grade Price: N/A Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-335-7933 ext. 14 Description of Camp: The SDSYO is an educational program comprised of four student orchestras, ranging from a beginner string orchestra to an advanced symphonic orchestra. These orchestras provide an inspiring group setting that gives young musicians the tools and training to pursue artistic passions, develop musical talents and build leadership skills. Performances are scheduled at major venues throughout the season, giving students multiple opportunities to showcase their musical talents. To register online for an audition, visit our website.

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Stensland Family Farms stenslandfamilyfarms.com

Name of Camp: Day on the Farm (3 Themes: Milk Processing/Ice Cream Production/Crops) Date(s) and Time(s): June 7, 13, 19, 27, July 10, 18, 26, 31, August 8, 16 Ages: 6 – 12 Price: $120 Location: Larchwood, IA Phone Number: 712-202-1910 Description of Camp: Experience a unique, day on the farm. Hands-on experience bottle feeding calves, mixing feed, checking robots, visiting the creamery and making your own specialty dairy product to take home (depending on chosen camp).

Swan Lake Christian Camp myslcc.com

Name of Camp: Swan Lake Christian Camp Date(s) & Time(s): Varies Ages: Pre-K - 12th grade Price: $25 – $240 Location: Viborg, SD Phone Number: 605-326-5690 Description of Camp: All are welcome to come and make great friends while experiencing a memorable week of camp on the shores of the quiet and beautiful Swan Lake. Just 45 minutes from Sioux Falls, youth experience Christ through daily chapel, outdoor quiet times, life giving campfires and nightly cabin devotions. Fun activities throughout the day include archery, crafts, swimming, canoeing and recreational games.

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2018 camps The First Tee of South Dakota thefirstteesouthdakota.org

Name of Camp: The First Tee of South Dakota 2018 Youth Golf Program Date(s) & Time(s): June 4 – August 9; 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ; Various programs/ sessions available Ages: 5 – 17 Price: $65 – $124; scholarships available Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-367-7092 ext 109 Description of Camp: The First Tee of South Dakota is a golf and life skills youth development program that uses golf as its context. Participants will learn the fundamentals of golf through our tiered learning program working on all areas of golf.

Participants will also be exposed to our life skills curriculum which include core values and healthy habits. These include meeting and greeting, how to manage emotions, resolve conflicts, communication, setting goals and more. Clubs are provided.

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Tiger Rock Martial Arts tigerrockmartialarts.com

Name of Camp: XP Summer Camp Date(s) & Time(s): June 11 – 15; July 9 – 13; and August 6 – 10 Ages: 8+ Price: $150 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-271-4646 Description of Camp: We learn martial arts along with some tumbling. We will be learning cartwheels, handstands, aerials, kip ups, 360 jump kicks and 540’s. All techniques are modified to help beginner participants and/ or modified to challenge the more advanced participant. We will participate in fun kicking and form challenges. We also have a couple of games a day. Fridays are our celebration day and we try to go to Wild Water West.

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Washington Pavilion Washington Pavilion washingtonpavilion.org

Name of Camp: Washington Pavilion Summer Camps Date(s) & Time(s): June 4 – August 16, Morning and afternoon sessions available Ages: Toddlers and ages 3 – 18 Price: Varies Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-367-6000 Description of Camp: Experience hands-on learning that incorporates all the fantastic opportunities the Washington Pavilion has to offer in visual arts, theatre, music and science!

Your kids will continue learning, creating and exploring through the summer in our fun, safe environment. Utilizing the unique talents of our teaching staff we create special summer memories for students of all ages. All Pavilion camps offer a low student to teacher ratio to maintain quality instruction.

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Westridge Equestrian Center westridgeequine.vpweb.com

Name of Camp: Westridge Horse Riding Camp Date(s) & Time(s): June 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 26 – 28; July 10 – 12, 17 – 19 Ages: 6 – 13 Price: $250 Location: Crooks, SD Phone Number: 605-450-9783 Description of Camp: Camp sessions are Tues./Wed./Thurs. in June and July. Activities include daily horse riding instruction and basic horsemanship. Each student will learn how to care for a horse, clean stalls, feed, groom, tack up, how to properly halter and tie your horse.

On the last day we have a demonstration for parents and family. We assign one horse to two children for the week. We offer daily craft activities, and fun games every camper will enjoy in a beautiful farm setting. Bring your own lunch and drink. Helmets are mandatory; we have helmets available for each camper, although you are welcome to bring your own if you wish. Campers may bring their own horse.

For safety we require a boot with a heel.

Name of Camp: Wings Summer Camp Date(s) & Time(s): May 29 – August 17 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. *no camp July – 6 Ages: All school aged Price: $175/week or $150/week for full-time Location: Sioux Falls, SD Phone Number: 605-271-8242 Description of Camp: Wings Summer Camp is set apart because the excitement starts in our 5-star gymnastics facility. At Wings, we take pride in our summer camp and our certified camp counselors. We strive for each child to be imaginative with art creations, invigorated with both indoor and outdoor activities, as well as enriched by learning new skills, all while we keep their bodies moving.

Are you in for our 2018 Wings Summer Camp?

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Saving on Summer Camp Supplies The season for summer camps is quickly approaching! Whether your child is attending a sleepaway camp or a day camp, the cost adds up quickly. This is especially true for those with multiple children attending camps. There are several ways to find the necessary supplies while still maintaining a budget: • B orrow camping supplies from close friends and family. This is one of the best ways to avoid purchasing things if you’re only going to need them for a short time. Many people have these items packed away and out of use for most of the year and would be happy to loan them to you.

• A lways keep an eye out online for printable coupons for toiletries and many of the popular sunscreens and bug repellants.

• I f you have multiple kids who will be attending camp this year, buy your toiletries in bulk.

Toothbrushes, toothpaste, chapstick, face wash and shampoo are usually cheaper when several are purchased at once. Even better, if you can go in together with other parents to buy in bulk, you’ll save even more.

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• I f your kids are in need of swimwear, rain gear, or any special clothing for camp, first check the local consignment stores. These stores are often forgotten when buying new clothes, yet these are stores where you can find some of the best deals!

You could also spend a week or two checking out online resources and garage sales to see what you can find.

• S tick to the number suggestions on the packing or supply lists. Make a point to not buy more than what is needed or add anything to the list when you are shopping.

• S ave and reuse items for multiple years. Designate specific supplies as “for camp use only.” Put them away in a storage bin you can quickly gather up each year. This way you will not be searching all over the house for your child’s favorite flashlight! n

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Just in time for March Madness, make your own coffee filter bouncing basketball!

All you need to do is color a coffee filter to look like a basketball. Glue it on to a piece of construction paper, placing it a bit off center. Add in some bounce lines using a black marker!

Make sure to use your favorite team’s colors!

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There is only one place in Sioux Falls where you can build robots, perform in a musical, create pottery and develop installation art with your friends.

This summer, the Washington Pavilion will be offering another exciting year with camp opportunities for students ages 1 – 18. Familiar favorites include: • Jedi Training Camp • Musical Theatre Camp • Mini Medical School • Pottery Wheel • Arty Party • Compassionate Kids Camp • Science: Magic for Muggles • DNA in our Bodies with Sanford Research

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Do you enjoy tinkering, experimenting and building? Consider: • Dream Big Engineers • Robots in Action • U Invent Are you constantly sketching and doodling? Perhaps try: • Comics and Cartooning • Cartooning 101 Do you love the limelight? Try: • Musical Theatre Camp • Improv Acting Workshop

WHY SUMMER CAMPS AT YOUR WASHINGTON PAVILION? Explore the worlds of art, science and theatre through exciting, educational opportunities. A hands-on approach helps you develop creativity, utilize problem-solving skills and think outside the box. From Toddler Art and RAWWR! Dino Camp, to Kids on Canvas and Technical Theatre Camp, there is something for everyone!

HOw to register: FOR SUMMER FUN: 1. CALL our Box Office at 605-367-6000 2. CLICK washingtonpavilion.org 3. V ISIT the Washington Pavilion Box Office at 301 S. Main Ave.

AWESOME ACTIVITIES! There are a wide variety of summer camps for you to dive into what you love and to find like-minded friends and mentors to help expand your skills.

Try some awesome activities like: Slimy Slime. Elephant toothpaste. Comic sketching. Clay bowls. Murals. Human shrink-wrap. Robots. Pendulum painting.

Zip, Boing, Pow! 3D printing.

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Healthy Snacks for On-the-Go Moms The modern mother is constantly on the go, which can make staying healthy a challenge when hunger strikes. By having snacks prepared and available at a moment’s notice, it’ll be much easier to keep you and your family full and healthy.

As a dietitian and a mother of two, I know how hard it can be when you are pregnant or breastfeeding a new baby, while also taking care of the home and other children. Each mom has different nutritional needs depending on her situation. For example, an expecting mother benefits from adding calories and more protein into her diet to aid baby’s growth and mom’s blood supply; whereas, a breastfeeding mom needs more protein, increased fluids and an additional 500-600 calories daily to meet the requirements for her milk supply.

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Friday, March 2 11:00 AM-8:00 PM Inflatables and PlayDome County Fair Brandon $5 5:00 PM-8:00 PM First Free Friday Washington Pavilion 8:00 PM-11:00 PM Teen Night Skate City $6/child + skate rental

Saturday, March 3 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Tai Chi Sertoma Butterfly House Member $5, Non-member $10 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Indoor Soccer Morningside Community Center $5 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Morning Family Skate Skate City $5/child + skate rental 2:00 PM-4:30 PM Cookie Decorating The Cookie Jar Eatery Pre-Register, $15

Sunday, March 4 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Sensory Sensitive Chuck E Cheese’s Varies

Monday, March 5 9:00 AM-9:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy 1 Card: $80 or 2 Cards: $130 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Toddler Jump Air Madness Trampoline Park $8/child 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Children’s Activities Museum of Visual Materials

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Tuesday, March 6 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Children’s Activities Museum of Visual Materials 11:00 AM-8:00 PM Inflatables and PlayDome County Fair Brandon $5 5:00 PM-8:00 PM Ladies Night Color Me Mine Varies 6:15 PM-7:15 PM Strider Bike Series Kenny Anderson Community Center 7:30 PM-10:00 PM CHICAGO Washington Pavilion Varies

Wednesday, March 7 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Toddler Jump Air Madness Trampoline Park $8/child 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Children’s Activities Museum of Visual Materials 11:00 AM-8:00 PM Inflatables and PlayDome County Fair Brandon $5 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Discount Night Skate City $3/child + skate rental 7:30 PM-10:00 PM CHICAGO Washington Pavilion Varies

Thursday, March 8 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Stockyards Ag Experience Barn Adults $5, Kids (3-18) $3 1:30 PM-3:30 PM New Baby & Me Sanford Health 5:00 PM-8:00 PM Easter Bunny Sioux Empire Mall Varies

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Saturday, March 10 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Halfway to Grandparents Day! Kuehn Community Center $10 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Science Club - Animal Behavior Great Plains Zoo Member $5, Non-member $7 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Stockyards Ag Experience Barn Adults $5, Kids (3-18) $3 10:00 AM-8:00 PM Easter Bunny Sioux Empire Mall Varies 11:00 AM-8:00 PM Inflatables and PlayDome County Fair Brandon $5 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Messy March Kuehn Community Center $5 2:00 PM-4:30 PM Cookie Decorating The Cookie Jar Eatery Pre-Register, $15 3:00 PM-5:00 PM Storybook Ball Museum of Visual Materials Pre-Register, $20 6:00 PM-8:00 PM SUPER SATURDAY All American Gymnastics Academy $15/child

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Monday, March 12 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Toddler Jump Air Madness Trampoline Park $8/child 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Children’s Activities Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Make it Monday Kids!

Color Me Mine Varies 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Family Open Ice Skate Scheels Ice Plex Adults $6, Kids (1-12) $4

Tuesday, March 13 11:00 AM-8:00 PM Easter Bunny Sioux Empire Mall Varies 5:00 PM-8:00 PM Ladies Night Color Me Mine Varies

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Wednesday, March 14 9:00 AM-9:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy 1 Card: $80 or 2 Cards: $130 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Toddler Jump Air Madness Trampoline Park $8/child 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Family Open Ice Skate Scheels Ice Plex Adults $6, Kids (1-12) $4

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Saturday, March 17 9:00 AM-9:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy 1 Card: $80 or 2 Cards: $130 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Morning Family Skate Skate City $5/child + skate rental 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Ag Day - Stop by ‘Hood’s Booth Washington Pavilion 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Spring Fever Craft/ Vendor Show Sioux Falls Convention Center $5 2:00 PM-4:30 PM Cookie Decorating Days The Cookie Jar Eatery Pre-Register, $15

Monday, March 19 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Toddler Jump Air Madness Trampoline Park $8/child 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Children’s Activities Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Make it Monday Kids!

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Thursday, March 22 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy 1 Card: $80 or 2 Cards: $130 11:00 AM-8:00 PM Inflatables and PlayDome County Fair Brandon $5 1:30 PM-3:30 PM New Baby & Me Sanford Health 7:00 PM-9:30 PM A Year with Frog and Toad Washington Pavilion Varies 7:30 PM-10:00 PM THE ILLUSIONISTS Washington Pavilion Varies

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by Dr. Amy Marschall, Sioux Falls Psychological Services

Planning an Active Summer Without Overdoing it

Summer is just around the corner, and with warm weather, long days and school ending, the kids are excited! They’re ready for a break from the classroom, but parents want to make sure kids don’t spend the whole vacation on the couch or in front of screens. How can parents plan a summer that’s restful, fun and healthy?

First, decide what your priorities are for your child’s summer vacation. Do they need more physical activity? Some additional academic support so that they hit the ground running in the fall? Do you want to spend the summer doing things as a family?

When you know what you want your summer to look like, choosing how to fill the time is much easier.

Next, talk to your child and get an idea of their interests. Is there a sport they want to participate in?

A camp they want to attend? If your child gives input into their summer activities, they’ll be more invested because it was their decision to participate. They’ll also enjoy participating in activities that meet their current interests.

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Third, determine your family’s budget for summer activities. Some sports, summer camps and other activities have scholarship options for low-income families.

Finally, remember balance. While it may be tempting to let go of structure for a while, kids need boundaries. At the same time, planning every waking moment with activities can be overwhelming – both for you and for your child. Choose a few activities to stimulate your child and help them continue to grow as a person, but remember to also rest. Depending on the time commitment required, two to three ongoing activities can fill your child’s days, offer structure and stimulate them while leaving time for playdates and relaxation. n

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How Farmers Go Green

He may not be Irish, but that doesn’t stop local farmer, Jeff Thompson, from going green on his farm for Saint Patrick’s Day – or every day of the year. Sustainability is something that’s important to the future of his family farm and many others in South Dakota.

“I farm some of the same land my grandfather purchased in 1877,” said Thompson.

Thanks to advancements in research and technology, Jeff grows more food using less crop inputs than his grandparents. Growing food sustainably means someday he can pass the family business to his nephew.

Going Green on the Farm What are some of the ways Jeff goes green? One of the basic practices is rotating corn and soybean crops to make sure the plants don’t deplete the soil of important nutrients. This is like what many gardeners do to keep their seedbeds healthy and productive. He also enriches the soil with manure from a nearby dairy.

Soil sampling is another important part of his sustainability plans. He uses the information to create digital maps of his fields, uploads them into his tractor’s precision technology system, and then applies just the

right amount of fertilizer needed to grow his crops. Similar technology in his planter and sprayer ensure he doesn’t waste seed or overspray.

“Today’s farming technology helps me use just the right amount of seed and crop inputs to reduce waste,” said Thompson.

Like most farmers in South Dakota, Thompson plants seeds developed through biotechnology that are resistant to the pesticides he sprays.

This way he kills the weeds while the seeds flourish. GMO seeds also require less water, meaning they can tolerate dry weather to reduce or eliminate irrigation.

Doing More with Less Conservation tillage helps Thompson protect his most valuable resource: the soil. Too much tillage can lead to soil erosion, so he skips it in the fall and just plants a new crop in the spring. Less tillage helps him keep more soil in his fields and fuel in his tank.

He’s not alone. Today, 63 percent of U.S. farmers practice conservation tillage, up from 36 percent 20 years ago. According to a report released

by Field to Market, the Keystone Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture, farmers have also reduced soil erosion over the past 30 years by 47 to 67 percent, and greenhouse gas emissions by 15 to 42 percent depending on the type of crop grown.

Thompson has also reduced his liquid petroleum usage by upgrading his corn dryer to an energy-efficient version. He uses the dryer in the fall to reduce moisture in his corn before storing or selling it. Since building it two years ago, he has cut his liquid petroleum use in half.

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Soy and Spinach ARTICHOKE DIP Ingredients

Directions

• 1 pound silken tofu, crumbled

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees.

• 1 pound low fat cream cheese, cubed • 1 cup low fat mayonnaise • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper

2. Beat tofu until smooth; mix in cream cheese, mayonnaise and pepper.

• 1 pound frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained • 1 pound marinated artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped • 1/2 cup green onion, chopped • Roasted red pepper for garnish

3. Fold in spinach, artichokes and green onions.

4. Divide mixture equally into twelve 4 ounce au gratin dishes.

5. Sprinkle soy cheese on top, if desired.

6. Bake 15 to 20 minutes, or until bubbly and browned on top.

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Crockpot TURKEY AND EDAMAME CHILI Ingredients

Optional Toppings

• 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 large yellow onion, diced • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

• Shredded cheese, light sour cream, chopped green onions and/or hot sauce

• 2 pounds 99% fat-free ground turkey breast • 3 cups water or chicken broth • One 6-oz. can tomato paste

Directions

• One 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes • One 15-oz. can diced tomatoes • 3 cups edamame beans, rinsed and peeled • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon pepper • 2 tablespoons chili powder • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika

1. Add olive oil, onion and garlic to a large skillet and sauté 3 to 4 minutes until slightly tender.

Add ground turkey and cook until done, crumbly and brown. It should not be necessary to drain.

2. Add the meat mixture to the crockpot.

Add the remaining ingredients starting with the water. Stir until blended.

3. Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours, or 6 to 8 hours on low.

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by Jessica Schaap, Koko FitClub Sioux Falls

Meal Planning Do I Have To?

Short answer? YES. I know, I know, I know. It’s hard to fit it into your to do list, but I promise you, the time you spend meal planning will pay you dividends back for staying healthy, weight loss, saving money and keeping your sanity. Hear it from me, this type-b, unorganized, chaos coordinator, mom of four, these are my tips and shortcuts keep my head above water.

Get your family involved! We decide what we’re going to eat by making a weekly menu and the kids are involved. I have a rotating list of about 20 different dinners, with seasonal dinners depending on summer and winter. I have four kids and everyone gets to pick out their meal of choice for the week.

These are simple dinners like: tacos, chicken fajitas, bbq pork, turkey chili, etc. All of my family meals are fairly healthy and can easily be made gluten free.

Then we fill in blanks for breakfast and lunch and even plan a take-out meal if we want.

So now you have planned your menu, the next step is sticking to it and making the food! Staples for my menu planning are: chicken breasts, ground turkey/ beef meatballs, taco meat and shredded pork.

SUPER EASY! You can prepare any of these proteins a number of different ways, and transform them into meals later that week. You don’t need a lot of kitchen to do this! This is how I prepare: boil the chicken on the stove and pre-cook the taco meet, bake the meatballs in the oven and cook the pork in the crock-pot. With these four different proteins, I have

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endless options for meals all week. So in one Sunday afternoon, I spend a couple of hours pre-cooking the protein and I save myself at least seven hours during the week. The best part is, my family eats healthy, I am not scrounging at 5:30 p.m. with no plan that ends up in an unhealthy drive-thru, as well as saving money.

LOG AND WEIGH YOUR FOOD. Can I tell you

how much I rolled my eyes about this, until I started doing it? It changed my life and I lost an extra 10 pounds by eating the exact same foods on the same meal plan. Why? Because my idea of 28 ounces of almonds was very different than an actual 28 ounces of almonds!

Even if you aren’t following a weight loss meal plan, but want to trim up and/or eat healthier, try those few suggestions: meal plan with your family, follow through by sticking to the menu, log and weigh your food. These are small steps to a healthier family and you! Good luck! n

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1. How has training been going?

Training is going great! I never thought I would say this before starting this journey, but I look forward to my workouts everyday. It is a time that I can just put all my worries to rest and concentrate on bettering myself. I feared what the workouts would be like before I started, that I would dread going, but it is the complete opposite.

2. What have you enjoyed the most?

I have enjoyed it all, but if I had to pick one thing, it would be the personal training sessions. I enjoy the challenge my personal trainers give me each time. They give me that extra push I need to perform at my best. Not only are the workouts great, I also enjoy getting to know them and gaining knowledge through our conversations.

4. What have you learned so far?

I have learned so many different things so far at KoKo FitClub. I learned many different exercises that work muscles I didn’t even know existed! Pace and form are something I didn’t think were important, but I’ve learned they’re the two of the most important things during my exercises. Not only learning about the exercises, but my food intake. There are the obvious foods that you want to limit, but as I really started looking into the nutritional information I was shocked to find out that foods that I thought were healthy choices really were not. I have stared to track my food, which has helped tremendously.

3. What has been the biggest challenge?

The biggest challenge for me so far is accepting that everything is not a quick fix. Going into this my mindset is- if it does not happen quickly then it is not working. Was I totally wrong! I have learned you need to be patient, consistent and dedicated in order to see results. In the past, if I didn’t see results quickly I would just give up. That is probably why diets and exercise programs in the past have not worked for me.

5. How are you pushing yourself on this journey? I am a people pleaser. I want to show everyone they picked the right person. I don’t want to let them down. Of course my family definitely keeps me going. I want to get healthy for my kids. I want to show them why it is important to make good choices in our health. n

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Getting Crafty with Summer Camps Summer is a great time to spend a little more time with your children, exploring the interests that they might not be able to express during the school year. If your little one is crafty or likes using their hands, this is the perfect time to build something with them that they can cherish forever.

Start by finding some summer camps or projects that will be a good fit for their age, interest… and attention span. Sending your kindergartener off to a three-week residential intensive summer camp will be much harder on their energy levels than for an 8th grader, so plan carefully!

week? Whatever your goals, there’s bound to be a local summer camp that perfectly suits your needs.

Summer camps and classes are a great way to try out tools and equipment you might not have at home, such as making art from raw wood using nail guns, or decorating tote bags or pillow Summer camps and cases using paint and stencils. classes are a great way It’s a nice way to try out techniques and play with new to try out tools and materials, without the hassle of equipment you might providing everything you need not have at home... yourself.

Next, decide what type of arts and crafts you’d like to do together. Are you a working parent and want to join them for hands-on fun at a weekend class, or would they prefer to go to a weeklong workshop by themselves, where they get to work on lots of fun and exciting projects and bring something proudly home to you every day?

Or maybe you stay home with your kids and want to do something a bit different together during the

Plus, if you’re attending a class with your child outside of your home, someone else will clean up the mess! It’s the perfect solution for helping your crafty kiddo express themselves, while you get to just relax and enjoy the bonding time. Happy summer crafting! n

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Little Tot Training Seats If you’re a parent who has ever had to go through potty training your child, you know how challenging it can be. Here are some tips to help make the process a little easier and maybe even effortless!

First of all, you’ll want to determine which type of training seat you want to use. There are many different options on the market made specifically for boys or girls.

You’ll also want to determine how portable you need your seat to be. If your child is the only one using the toilet, you might consider a semi-permanent training seat like the Bemis Nextstep Potty Seat.

The Bemis seat comes with design features that allow the seat to be easily removed for cleaning, or to remove the smaller seat when it’s no longer needed.

It’s a two-in-one toilet seat and it accommodates adult and child users equally.

When not in use, the potty seat automatically secures by magnet into the molded seat cover, meaning adults won’t have to manually lift the child seat. When it’s time for little ones to use it, toddlers can easily pull it down by themselves. This will help with their independence and reinforce their “I can do it myself” sense of confidence.

If you’re a parent who wants to keep your bathroom clean and clutter-free, this is the toilet seat for your family. No matter which seat you choose for your child, just remember to be patient. Potty training can take time, however with the right tools, you’ll be set up for success. n

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How to Get the Most out of Your Refrigerator Did you know that some simple organization of your refrigerator can reduce the amount of food waste and cut down the risk of foodborne illness? It’s very common in these busy days to rush in putting away our purchases so we can move on to the next item on our agenda.

Did you know refrigerator organization can save you time and money?

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Remember from your youth science classes, hot air rises? This same principle exists in refrigeration.

Upper shelves and door bins tend to be warmer than the midline and lower shelves and deli compartments.

The storage drawers identified as crispers often offer adjustments that control the different levels of humidity in them, which will prolong the life of your fresh produce and stretch your dollar.

Each manufacturer will explore opportunities and options testing the performance of the refrigeration in environmentally controlled elements. They will test the refrigerator under higher than normal ambient air temperatures, often exceeding 100 degrees, to be certain the refrigerator performs.

French door refrigeration is the most common purchase today and finds the refrigeration compartments on the upper levels with the freezer drawers or doors directly under the crisper drawers or deli drawers. This location directly above the freezer offers better cooling and adjustments to accommodate a wide range of foods.

You can have flexibility in keeping hors d’oeuvres at a warmer temp and being able to store items like bacon, cheeses, hot dogs and brats and a variety of deli meats at cooler temps.

The crisper area allows for flexibility in humidity control. High humidity is best for all of your leafy vegetables and low humidity for most of your fruits plus some vegetables-like peppers and cucumbers.

Extend the life and reduce the amounts of items that get tossed by learning how humidity affects your choices of fruits and veggies.

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Use the lowest shelf of the refrigerator above the crispers to be your workhorse as this area is the coldest in the refrigerator compartment. This area is best for storing those items that have the propensity to develop harmful bacteria. These would be items such as raw meats and fish (be sure they are on trays or plates to catch any drippings).

The upper shelf is that catch-all shelf and is a place to put items like preserves, jams and jellies, yogurt, left overs in small containers and peanut butter or snacks.

Take a few minutes today to sort out your refrigerator and the time you invest will pay off in the savings of money, food and time. n

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The first step in getting an adjustable base (also known as a power foundation) is to understand how they work. Your mattress sits directly on top of the adjustable base. Instead of having a box spring and frame, you have the base – it provides all the necessary support to ensure the integrity of the mattress. If you already have a bed set with a headboard and footboard, there are most likely wooden slats that go from side-to-side. These can simply be removed and the legs of the adjustable base sit right on the floor. King-sized mattresses most commonly come with two adjustable bases pushed next to each other, just like how two twin extra-long box springs are commonly used. This is due to the fact that a king-sized adjustable base would be rather heavy and difficult to move within a home. The two bases allow for both sides to have their own independent movement, especially if the individual decides to have two separate twin-long

mattresses to make up their king. Otherwise, for those who wish to keep the king-size as one, it’s common to have the adjustable bases synced together so they move at the same time, offering the same positions to both partners.

Raising the upper part of the body immediately relieves pressure from one’s chest. This action can help open your airway, making breathing easier. This can lead to less snoring as well as reducing sleep apnea and asthma. Raising the lower half of the body can help reduce swelling in one’s legs by promoting movement of fluids, rather than them pooling and causing swelling and inflammation. The number one force that causes pain in individuals throughout the day and night is gravity. Look for a base that offers a zero-gravity setting. This setting raises both the upper body and lower body to the optimal angles to promote the best blood flow and pressure relief. n

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