2006 Summer Camp Guide Virginia - COPE, Inc · Acting For Young People Summer Arts Camp 2006 Contact: Mary Lechter George Mason University, Performing Arts Building 4400 University

2006 Summer Camp Guide

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© 2006 COPE, Inc Name of Camp

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Acting For Young People Summer Arts Camp 2006 Contact: Mary Lechter George Mason University, Performing Arts Building 4400 University Drive, Fairfax 703-307-5332; no fax number Website: www.actingforyoungpeople.com No email address

5-17 years

Weekly 6/26/6-7/28/6 9:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. No extended care

Tuition not available at publication

A Class Act. Co-sponsored by The City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts and George Mason University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts. This program provides an excellent opportunity for students with any level of acting experience. All activities are designed to provide an excellent overview of a wide variety of theater disciplines and skills.

Adventure Day Camp 21498 Blue Ridge Mountain Rd., Paris, VA 20130 Pickup sites in Ashburn, Herndon, Landsdowne, The Plains, Middleburg, Leesburg, Burke, Oakton, McLean, Arlington and North Arlington (camp session dates and pickup sites vary – check website for detailed info). 800-877-0954 (Paris, VA); Fax - 540-592-3316 Website: www.adventurelinks.netEmail: [email protected]

8-17 years

Weekly from 6/19/6-9/1/6 (camps vary) Day Camps: 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. Overnights: 12:00 noon on Saturday to 5:30 p.m. Saturday.

Variety of day, overnight and expedition camps from $390 to $700 (5-10 days). North Carolina Trip and Appalachian Odyssey - $1,550/$1,650/2 weeks Parent/Child Weekends - $250/family Day camps have overnight options for $40.

Ultimate Adventure (day camp): new adventures every day: Adventure Challenge Course, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, caving, shelter building, friction fire-making and games. Sites visited: Crescent Rocks near Purcellville, VA, Shenandoah River, Whiting Neck Cave in Shepherdstown, WV. Extreme Adventure (day camp): Aimed toward the 11-14 year olds, this includes all the activities of the Ultimate Adventure plus five additional days of outdoors adventure sports such as extreme survival skills, and mountain biking. Sites visited: Turkey Run Memorial Park in Great Falls, VA, Shenandoah River, and Crescent Rock in Bluemont, VA. Appalachian Adventure (overnight): Grouped by 8-10 year olds, 11-14 year olds and 14-16 year olds. Adventure Challenge Course, cooking meals, rock climbing and caving, and hiking as well as white water rafting. Sites visited by the 8-10 year olds include: Youghiogheny River, Cooper’s Rock and the many caves in Franklin, WV. For the older kids: Shepherdstown, Cumberland, Cooper’s Rock,Youghiogheny River, and Ohiopyle State Park. North Carolina (14-17 years) – as an expedition team, the campers experience rock-climbing (Pilot Mountain and Table Rock), kayaking in the southwest portion of the state, and backpacking through the Linville Gorge and Wilson Creek Wilderness. Appalachian Odyssey (14-17 years) – the teen odyssey travels to renowned climbing, rafting, caving and backpacking areas of the Appalachian (New River Gorge, Cranberry Glades Wilderness, Franklin, WV), with everything they need in their backpacks. Parent/Child Weekends (8-10 years and 11-14 years) – challenge course in Paris, VA, caving, campfires and so on to experience with your children.


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The Audubon Naturalist Society Summer Camp Camp Location: Rust Nature Sanctuary 802 Children’s Center Road, Leesburg Ann Gosselin, Camp Director 703-652-9188, X15, no fax number Website: www.audubonnaturalist.org Email: [email protected]

4 years to 4th grade

Dates and hours not available at publication

Full payment is due at registration. Tuition not available at publication

The Rust Nature Sanctuary is the Audubon Naturalist Society’s newest sanctuary. It includes a manor house on 68 acres of an old farm, mature woods, meadows, and a large pond. Beaver, deer, foxes, wild turkeys, owls, woodpeckers and other wildlife make their homes at Rust. Nature Storybooks (PreK and K) – Children will make their favorite storybooks come to life – exploring the forest, pond and meadows and learning about the wonderful plants and animals in them. Children will also sing songs, play games and make crafts to enhance what they learned. Forest Friends (1st-2nd grades) – Children will explore the plants and animals living in the woods and investigate what these organisms need to survive. They also will learn how to protect the environment and learn what it means to be a friend of the forest. Hikes, games, stories, and crafts are all part of this session. Web of Life (3rd-4th grades) – Plants, animals, water, soil and sun – all these things are connected together in the great web of life. In this camp, the kids will learn how these elements interact with one another and how the web is maintained, affected or broken. They will hike the grounds, play games, and make crafts. * See MD Guide.

The Boyd School Summer Camp 2006 Two locations: Westfield Campus, 45550 Walney Rd, Chantilly 571-321-0364 Broadlands Campus, 42945 Waxpool Rd, Ashburn 703-723-3364 Website: www.TheBoydSchool.com No email address

3-12 years Leadings in Training 13-15 yrs

2-week sessions from 6/26/6-8/18/6 8:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. Half day: 8:00 a.m. -12:45 p.m. No extended care

$250 deposit $615/session – full day $430/session – half day $220/session – Leaders in Training

Accredited by ACA. Junior Campers (3-6 years) spend their day split between outside and indoor activities such as: swimming, games and playground time, arts & crafts, and music. Senior Campers (6-12 years) have a daily schedule divided between swimming, outdoor games/sports, art projects, music, theater, and theme-based activities. Leaders in Training (13-15 years) enjoy all the fun of summer camp while providing assistance and guidance to the younger children. On the last day of camp, half the tuition is returned to the LIT as pay for the work.


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Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington Alexandria-Olympic Branch 401 N. Payne St., Alexandria 703-549-3078; fax – 703-549-1318 Email: [email protected] County Culmore Character Club Branch 5901 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church 703-820-5206; no fax number Website: www.characterclub.org Email: [email protected] General Heiser Branch 17565 Old Stage Coach Rd., Dumfries 703-441-0611; fax – 703-441-8171 No email address Hylton Branch 5070 Dale Blvd., Dale City 703-670-3311; fax – 703-690-4567 No email address Website for all above: www.bgcgw.org

Hylton – 6-18 years Call other branches for further information

Dates not available at publication Hylton and General Heiser: 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Culmore: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Alexandria: 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.


Call branches for further information.

Browne Summer Day Camp Contact – Andy Taylor 5917 Telegraph Road, Alexandria 703-960-3000, X402; Fax - 703-960-7325 Website: www.browneacademyonline.orgEmail: [email protected]

Summer Camp 3-13 years Soccer Clinic 5-12 years Specialty Camp 2nd-5th grades

Dates not available at publication Half-day: 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Full day: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Extended: 7:00 a.m. -6:00 p.m.

Tuition not available at publication Lunch and snacks included in tuition.

Established in 1975 and is ACA accredited. Summer Camp: Daily swimming, arts and crafts, computers, sport, and dance/music. In the afternoon, campers have a variety of activities to choose from: private music lessons in piano, flute and percussion, Boy and Girl Scouts, band, chorus, handbells, dance, Tae Kwon Do, and drama. Extended day includes culinary creations, sports, arts and study hall. Soccer Clinic: During the morning hours, campers will work on ball skill activities and coordination. In the afternoon, they will participate in scrimmages. The 5-7 year old campers only have soccer clinic through lunch and then join their group in the Day Camp. Clinic includes lunch, snack and swimming. Specialty Camp: Fun and hands-on learning through theme-related actives. Each day involves a field trip and bus ride to and from campus, ending in a swim on campus. Field trips will include a boat tour on the Potomac, trips to Colonial Beach, Spy Museum, Port Discovery in Baltimore, and historical walking tours of Alexandria, Clifton, Georgetown, Leesburg, Fredericksburg, and Manassas. Summer Studies: enrichment or remedial programs in reading, literature, creative writing, language arts, math, and handwriting by degreed teachers. Campers are never taken for tutoring during specialist activities or swimming. Counselor in Training Program (8th-9th grades) – Students will assist counselors with their groups – organizing events throughout the camp. CIT’s will receive reduced tuition, lunch, and opportunity to swim.

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Burgundy Farm Country Day School 3700 Burgundy Road, Alexandria 703-960-3431; fax - 703-960-5056 Website: www.burgundyfarm.orgEmail: [email protected]

3.75 - 12 years CIT - 13-15 years

Day Camp: Weekly 6/19/6 to 8/11/6 (2 week minimum) 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Extended Day: 7:30 a.m. -6:00 p.m. Wildlife Studies: Seniors: 6/25/6-7/8/6 *7/11/6-7/25/6 (*Adv-req. previous study) 8/1/6-8/14/6 Juniors: 8/20/6-8/26/6 Adults: 7/28/6-7/30/6

$295/week (includes swimming lessons) Extended Day: AM - $65/week PM - $105/week Drop-in (AM) - $15/day Drop-in (PM) - $25/day Transportation: One way - $90/week Roundtrip - $142/week Discounts for multiple sessions. Center for Wildlife Studies Camps (approximate cost): Senior Program (11-15 years) - $1,225/session Junior Program (8-10 years) – $715 Adult Weekend (21+ years) - $235/single; $415/couple

Established in 1952 and is ACA accredited. Traditional camp on 22 acres with a swimming pool, pond, and barnyard with animals, outdoor amphitheatre and sports fields. School also has an indoor stage, music room, gym, art and ceramic studios, photography darkroom and science and computer labs. CIT program has 2-3 year apprenticeships leading to qualification as a junior counselor and includes outings such as swimming, canoe trips, camping, rock climbing and ropes course. Burgundy Center for Wildlife Studies at Cooper’s Cove (8-15 years and adult): A wildlife sanctuary located near Capon Bridge, WV, about 2.5 hours from Washington, DC. Each day, exploration of the natural world is interwoven with games, song, stories, arts, hiking and swimming. Campers are introduced to plant, animal and earth science, and participate in overnight trips. Site includes a spacious main lodge with all-purpose room, hearth fireplace, dining porch, field study and work areas, infirmary, bookstore, darkroom, and library. Campers sleep in two staff-supervised dorms. Open Houses: February 4, March 4, April 8, May 6, and June 3, 2006 from 2:00-4:00 p.m.


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Camp Excellence Highview Christian Fellowship (Mark of Excellence Preschool) 4100 Hunt Rd, Fairfax 703-323-0165; fax – 703-323-6369 Website: www.markpreschool.com Email: [email protected]

6-12 years

6/26/6 – 8/11/6 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Extended care: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

$100/week (2 week minimum) Extended care – call for information

Reading, journaling, math play, cooking, field trips, swimming, games, crafts, and Bible booster.

Camp Invention National Inventors Hall of Fame Main Office in Akron, Ohio Locations: see notes 1-800-968-IDEA (4332) Fax – 330-849-8528 Website: www.campinvention.orgEmail: [email protected]

Entering 2nd-6th Grades

See schools in description column for dates. 9:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m.

$179/week After 3/15/6 - $199 After 5/31/6 - $209

Established in 1990. Camp consists for five activity-oriented modules that integrate science, math, history and the arts in the context of hands-on activities. These activities use creative thinking and problem-solving skills as a basis for activities. With “Create” Camp, the children become automobile designers in Spills and Chills™, outer space pioneers in Problem Solving on Planet ZAK®, and build a roller coaster in Imagination Point: Ride Physics™. With “Encounters” Camp, the children launch an expedition to the deep seas in Sea Worthy™, explore a far away island in The Lost Treasure™, and design their own carnival games in Fair Game™. Locations and dates: Check website (information not available at publication) * See MD and DC Guides.

http://www.campinvention.org/



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Camp McLean Creative Arts CampSummer Theatre Camp Contacts: Camp McLean – Sharon Peno Harrison, Youth Director for McLean Community Center, 703-790-0123, X204, [email protected] Summer Theatre Workshop – Kathy Herr, Youth Director for Alden Theatre, 703-790-0123, X228, [email protected] Creative Art Studio – Roxy Vaughn, Administrative Director for McLean Project for the Arts, 703-790-1953, [email protected] Culinary Arts Camps – Maggie Shea, Instructional Director for the McLean Community Center, 703-790-0123, X207, [email protected] Old Firehouse Teen Center – 703-448-8336 Winter Address: 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean Summer Camp held at a Fairfax Country Public School in McLean - call for more info. Fax - 703-556-0547 Website: www.mcleancenter.orgNo email address

Camp McLean: 3-13 years Summer Theatre Work-shops: McLean Kids 4th-6th grades On Stage!! 7th-9th grades Creative Art Studio: 6-11 yrs Kids Culinary Camps: 8-17 yrs Old Firehouse Teen Center Camps: 7th-9th grades


Payment due in full at registration (checks only, no credit cards). Tuition not available at publication

Established 1981. ACA accredited. Camp McLean includes arts and crafts, non-competitive games, sports, special events, storytelling, singing, music and drama, cooking, field trips, recreational swimming and day trips for older campers. Summer Theatre Workshops: McLean Kids – week 1 includes Masks Movement, Music (mask construction, movement and mime with music) and week 2 – Adventures in Theatre (juggling, comedy, clowning, make-up, costumes, prop design, and puppet). On Stage!! - The Actor includes scene work, improvisation, voice and characterization. Creative Art Studio - themes vary by week – morning or afternoon sessions include: drawing, painting and making things, Colorburst, modern masters, paper creations, animals in art, illustrating stories, cartooning, and 3-D art adventures. Kids Culinary Camps – topics include kitchen rules and responsibility, knife safety, cleanliness, table manners and common courtesy. A different meal will be prepared and eaten each day. Students will learn baking and pastry, teen cuisine, international cooking, and more. Old Firehouse Teen Center Camps: Y.E.S. (Youth Experiencing Summer) is modeled after the After School Program and includes outdoor sports in the park, swimming, catching up on summer reading (access to books on summer reading list). The OFTC Extreme Summer Experience – teens will enjoy trips to fun locations, including 6 Flags and the Spy Museum.

Campagna Kids 2005 locations: James K Polk, 5000 Polk Ave. Patrick Henry, 4643 Taney Ave. Douglas MacArthur, 1101 Janneys Lane Charles Barrett, 1115 Martha Custis Dr. Lyles-Crouch, 530 S. St. Asaph St. Registrar – Maele Hargett 703-549-0111, X 144; no fax number Website: www.campagnacenter.org (Campagna Kids) No email address

K-5th grades (must be City of Alexandria residents)

Dates not available at publication 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Tuition not available at publication (sliding scale based on income and number of children) Tuition includes field trip expenses, breakfast, lunch and a snack. Fee for required t-shirt for field trips.

Separate camps for English and Spanish. Call for details.

http://www.campagnacenter.org/


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Challenger Learning Center of Greater Washington 1250 N. Pitt Street, Alexandria 703-837-5640; fax - 703-535-1372 Website: www.challenger.org OR http://launchpad.challenger.org No email address

5th-8th grades Dates and hours not available at publication No extended care!


“The Wright Stuff” Fee includes camp, t-shirt, transportation to and from field trips, all material and supplies for camp program, and one daily light snack. Hands-on space science activities and simulated space missions. Three different themed programs.

Chesapeake Academy Summer Session 5533 Industrial Drive, Springfield 703-256-1900; fax – 703-256-1923 Website: www.qualitygraduates.orgEmail: [email protected]

4.5 – 17 years 8 weeks of camp. Dates not available at publication 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.


“Morning Academics, Afternoon Fun” Fun and challenging programs include math, reading, study skills, life skills, Art and Music projects, swimming, bowling, gymnastics and field trips.

Chinquapin Summer Camps Contact: Tiffany Reed Chinquapin Park Recreation Center Alexandria Department of Recreation 3210 King Street, Alexandria 703-519-2160, X15; no fax number TTY – 703-519-2167 Website: www.ci.alexandria.va.us/recreation/chinquapin/chinquapin_center Email: [email protected]

3-17 years Dates not available at publication 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Extended care: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (except Tot Camp)


VA DSS Licensure. Variety of camps in various locations which can include: Traditional Day Camp, Tots Camp, Sports Camp; Performing Arts Camp, In-line/Roller Hockey, Skating Camp, Tennis Camp and Tiny Tot Tennis, Basketball Camp, Soccer Camp, and CIT.

Classika-Synetic Theatre Summer Camp 4041 S. 28th St., Arlington 703-824-6200; fax – 703-824-4827 Website: www.classika.org/studio/camp.htmNo email address

Little Stars: 4-6 years Young Artists: 7-9 years Thespians: 10-13 years Young Professionals: 14+ years

6/26/6-7/7/6 7/10/6-7/21/6 7/25/6-8/4/6 8/7/6-8/18/6 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Little Stars only) Extended care (7 years & up): 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

$50 deposit Early Registration (thru 1/31/6): $575 Little Stars - $375 Regular Registration (through 4/1/6): $675 Little Stars - $475 Late Registration (after 4/1/6): $725 Little Stars - $525 Extended care – call for info

“Lights of Broadway” Let your young star shine in the Classika’s Broadway lights. Inspired by favorite Broadway movies and theatrical productions, children will experience the magic of creating a professional show. The fascinating world of Broadway silent movies and music will come to these young performers through our one-of-a-kind program with classes and workshops in singing, dancing, movement, visual, and dramatic arts. The camp participants will perform in a final performance comprised of memorable scenes from famous Broadway movies, such Charlie Chaplin’s films and The Three Stooges.

http://www.ci.alexandria.va.us/recreation/chinquapin/


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Clayimagination 2006 Clay Café Studios Two locations: 101 N. Maple Ave., Falls Church 703-534-7600 13894 Metrotech Dr., Chantilly 703-817-1051; no fax number Website: www.claywire.com Email: [email protected]

7-10 years and 11-14 years

Weekly 6/26/6-8/28/6 (camp WILL meet on 7/4/6) 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. No extended care

$75 deposit per session One session - $245 Two sessions - $465 Three sessions - $680 Four sessions - $875 10% off for 2nd child

Sample activity list (10-15 projects are complete each week): clay projects, ceramic painting, ceramic fusion, mosaics, paper/textile arts, glass fusing, polymer, non-fired clay, wood & acrylics, and glass painting.

Congressional Camps 2006 Jennifer Curran, Day and Athletic Camps, X107 Cassie Piper, Great Adventures, X302 Mary Kelley, Junior and Specialty Camps, X124 Phyllis Kropp, Enrollment, X101 3229 Sleepy Hollow Road, Falls Church 703-533-9711; Fax - 703-533-8231 Website: www.congocamp.orgEmail: [email protected]

3-14 years Weekly from 6/19/6-8/28/6 (varies with type of camp) 8:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Extended hours: 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Tuition not available at publication Round trip transportation available.

Founded in 1939. ACA accredited. 40 acres in a beautiful setting. Congo Camps Great Adventures (PK-K) – themes include Creepy Crawly Critters, Undersea Adventures, Blast-Off to Out Space. Campers have activities that include: swimming, pony rides, nature walks, music, science, movement and sports, cooking and art. Day Camp (3rd-9th grades), and Junior Camp (1st-2nd grades) - typical activities include: swimming, pony rides, climbing wall, ropes and initiatives, archery, creative arts, and outdoor education. Teen Travel (7th-9th grades) – adventure on the road with an exciting choice of off-site activities. At least one overnight trip per session. Specialty Camps - Children in this program do not participate in the Congo Camp activities - age groups vary with each camp – see website. Numbers refer to what session (s) those camps are offered: Culinary Camp (1and 6), Circus Camp (2 & 6), Movie Making (2), Summer Adventures (1-3), Drama (2), Art is Alive (1,5,6), Web Page Design (1), Virginia Explorer (1), Young Leadership (1), Cheerleading Camp (3), and Dance Camp (3) . Athletic Camps – Ages vary with sport (see website) – and numbers refer to what session (s) that sport is offered: ropes and initiatives (1), pony adventure (1), co-ed basketball (4), boys basketball (5), golf (2 & 4), soccer camp (6), sports on the go (1), and badminton (6).



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Country Day School Summer Camp 6418 Georgetown Pike, McLean 703-356-9165; no fax number Website: www.countryday.orgEmail: [email protected]

3-6 years Session I: 6/19/6-7/7/6 Session II: 7/10/6-7/28/6 Full day: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. No extended care

Tuition rates available on January 23, 2006.

Facilities: Four-acre hill site with nine play yards; heated training pool, art studio; art/nature room; fitness trail designed for preschoolers; trike-ways; open fields for games and running; and children’s vegetable garden for digging, planting, weeding, watering, and eating. Focus of camp is on nature, the out-of-doors and respect for the environment. Themes for 2005 are Home Sweet Home and Exciting Excursions. Activities can include: cooperative games, cooking, nature, gardening, animal studies, music, art using recyclables and found materials, water play, swimming instruction for ready 4 year olds and older, private swim lessons (extra fee); camp sing-a-longs, pony rides, science fair; and community outreach activities (swim-a-thon for the McLean Volunteer Fire Department, Arlington Animal Welfare League biscuit bake, and baking for Martha’s table).

Creative Cauldron Arts Adventure Camp Mason District Park, 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale Mailing address: 2923 Johnson Road, Falls Church, VA 22042 571-239-5288; no fax number Website: www.creativecauldron.orgEmail: [email protected]

4-5 years (half day) 6-14 years

Dates not available at publication 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Extended care: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Tuition not available at publication Discount for siblings

…Where Imagination Bubbles Over! This camp combines the performing arts with an exploration of the great outdoors. Themed activities in drama, music, dance, visual arts, nature studies and pioneering.




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Cybercamps Camp Locations: Location not available at publication Giant Campus, Inc. Main office is in Seattle, WA 1-888-904-CAMP (2267) Website: www.cybercamps.comEmail: [email protected]

Day Camp: 7-18 years Residential Camp: 10-16 years

Dates not available at publication 8:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. Extended day until 6:15 p.m. Monday-Thursday only


ACA accredited. Beginner to advanced programs which include: Cyber Explorer (ages 7-9) and the following for 10 years and older – programming, game design, robotics, digital arts, web design, wOOt C@mp (13-18 years), game design and modding, and 3D animation. Also included: traditional outdoor activities and team building, scavenger hunts and ultimate Frisbee. * See DC and MD Guides

Dayjams St. Stephens and St. Agnes School, MS Campus 4401 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria 1-800-295-5956; no fax number Website: www.dayjams.comEmail: [email protected]

9-15 years Weekly from 7/10/6-8/4/6 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

$35 registration fee Tuition includes registration fee, materials fee, and t-shirt ($10-optional) One week - $550 Two weeks - $1,005 Three weeks - $1,460 Four weeks - $1,915

National Music Workshop with music in guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and vocals. Children play in a rock band, write an original song and perform it live, record a CD, design a poster, T-Shirt and CD cover for band, make a music video and participate in outdoor activities. For beginners and advanced music students. * See MD guide

Discovery Creek Summer Nature Adventure Camp Meadowlark Botanical Gardens 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct., Vienna DC Office - 202-337-5111; fax – 202-337-5344 Website: www.discoverycreek.orgEmail: [email protected]

4-6 years (Tadpoles) 7-9 years

See description column. Ages 4-6 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Extended to 3:00 p.m. Ages 7-9 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

$260/session for ages 4-6 $405 for ages 4-6 with extended day and for ages 7-9 Tuition includes program materials, snack and t-shirt.

See detailed description on website. Tadpoles: Pollution Celebration: 6/12/6-6/16/6 and 7/3/6-7/7/6 Color Me Curious: 6/19/6-6/23/6 and 7/10/6-7/14/6 Sensational Senses (NEW in 2006): 6/26/6-6/30/6 and 7/17/6-7/21/6 7-9 years (both NEW in 2006): Wilderness Wizards: 7/24/6-8/4/6 and 8/14/6-8/18/6 Choose Your Own Camp Adventure: 7/31/6-8/4/6 and 8/14/6-8/18/6 * See DC and MD Guides.

Dulles Sports Plex Indoor Summer Camp 21610 Atlantic Blvd., Sterling 703-430-9966; fax – 703-430-0685 Website: www.dullessportsplex.com No email address

6-16 years Dates and hours not available at publication (Half & full days)


Lacrosse, basketball, soccer, baseball, and multi-sport.

mailto:C@mp

http://www.discoverycreek.org/


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Embassy School Summer Camp 3013 West Ox Road, Oak Hill 703-476-8667, fax – 703-476-8328 Website: www.theembassyschool.com Email: [email protected]

2.5-10 years Weekly 6/19/6-8/31/6 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.


This program combines traditional camp with sports, arts & crafts, field trips, computer games, special programs (pony rides, puppet shows, field days, moon bounce), and swimming. Field trips are taken to nature parks, farms and museums.

The Enrichment Centers, Inc. Summer Programs See 2005 location in description (2006 location not available at publication) 301-229-2001; fax - 301-229-4185 Website: www.enrichmentcenters.comNo email address

4-16 years Weekly 6/5/6-9/8/6 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Extended care: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.


Location in VA Arlington Community Church, 6040 Wilson Blvd, Arlington Summer Enrichment – healthy balance of academics and fun! Summer Group Tutoring: Language Immersion (language and cultural immersion programs in French, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, and ESL); Gifted & Talented (dynamic accelerated programs designed to enhance each student’s skills and talents in many subjects); Jump Start (get a head start on the next school year); Mindful Learning (play, movement, yoga and academics all in one for ages 5-12); Singapore Math (internationally acclaimed math learning methodology). Summer Individual Tutoring – academic subjects, special talents and needs, language tutoring, test and college prep. * See Maryland and DC Guides.

Episcopal High School Sports Camp Director of Summer Programs – Jim Fitzpatrick 1200 N. Quaker Lane, Alexandria 22302 703-933-4140; fax – 703-933-4196 Website: www.episcopalhighschool.orgEmail: [email protected]

6th-9th grades (co-ed)

Dates vary – see description Overnight camp

$100 deposit Tuition varies – see description

Field Experiences in Environmental Science Grades 6-8, 6/18/6-6/23/6, $800 Young Writers’ Workshop Grades 7-9, 6/25/6-6/29/6, $750 Adventures in Visual Arts Grades 7-9, 6/25/6-7/1/6, $850 Explore and Experience Washington DC, 6/25/6-6/30/6, $800 Girls’ Basketball Camp, 6/24/6-6/28/6, $450 Boys’ Basketball Camp, 7/9/6-7/13/6, $450 Girls’ Lacrosse Camp, 6/25/6-6/29/6, $450 Boys’ Lacrosse, Camp, 6/25/6-6/29/6, $450 Girls’ Soccer Camp, 7/9/6-7/13/6, $450 Boys’ Soccer Camp, 7/16/6-7/20/6, $450 Football Camp, 7/16/6-7/20/6, $450

Fairfax Academy Summer Adventures 820 S. Carlin Spring Road, Arlington AND 9482 Manassas Drive, Manassas Park 703-671-5555; fax – 703-671-5558 Website: www.thefael.com Email: [email protected]

2-12 years Dates not available at publication 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.


This summer experience centers around a variety of activities which include: swimming, water fun, roller skating, team sports, nature hikes, games and rides, music, dance, pony rides, bowling, arts and crafts, picnics and much more. In addition, the older children have the opportunity to participate in optional trips. Uniforms are required!


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Fairfax County Community and Recreational Services Summer Day Camps Locations throughout the county. 703-222-4664; no fax number Website: www.co.fairfax.va.us/recNo email address

Kiddie Camps: 3-5 years Other camps: 6-18 years



Summer Fun Camps: traditional camps with activities such as arts and crafts, swimming, indoor/outdoor games and field trips. Specialized camps: multi-sports, individualized sports, cheerleading, horseback riding, sailing, adventure and excursion camps, dance, performing arts and mountain biking. There also is CIT Program and Rec-Pac CIT Program.

Fairfax County Summer SACC Located at various elementary schools throughout county 703-449-8989; no fax number Website: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ofc/SACCSummer No email address

Elementary school age

Weekly sessions: 7/10/6-8/18/6 (1st session is 6/29/6-7/7/6) No camp on 7/4/6 7:15 a.m. – 6:15 p.m.

Fees assessed on a sliding scale and are based on gross household income. The summer fee schedule will be available mid-May.

Children will have the opportunity to explore the arts, the sciences, sports & recreation, photography, nature and books. Field trips, weekly swim trips and an overnight campout (for senior campers) as well as visits to parks, museums and local events.

Falls Church, City of – Summer Camp At various locations throughout the City of Falls Church 703-248-5077

Call for age limits7

Dates and hours not available at publication Extended care available at the Community Center location


Call for detailed information

Flint Hill “Summer on the Hill” Flint Hill School, Oakton Upper School (9-12), 3320 Jermantown, Rd Lower/Middle School (JK-8), 10409 Academic Dr. 703-584-2392; fax – 703-584-2369 Website: www.flinthill.orgNo email address

5 – 18 years Dates not available at publication 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Extended care: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.


“Summer on the Hill “ programs include Day Camps on the Hill, Creative Arts on the Hill, Enrichment on the Hill, Sports on the Hill, Academics on the Hill. Trips from the Hill in 2005 included Sailing St. Martin and St. Barts; Tropical Ecology Study Trip to Costa Rica, and 2 River Trips – A Women Writers’ Adventure.

http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/rec

http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ofc/SACC


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Frost-Robinson Summer Band Camp Contact: Linda Gammon 703-426-2154 Location of camp: Robinson Middle School, 5035 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax Website: www.robinsonband.org No email address

5th – 12th grades

Dates not available at publication 8:00 to 11:30 a.m.


15th Annual Band Camp. No experience is necessary. Four level music camp in an air-conditioned facility that is fully staffed by professional musicians/teachers who provide instruction on all winds and percussion. End-of-camp evening concert by all students.

George Mason University 2006 Summer Camps & Programs George Mason University, Fairfax 703-993-2096; no fax number Website: www.gmu.edu/news/summercampNo email address

4-18 years



Multitude of choices to spend the summer such as academics, creative cuisine cooking and outdoor cooking camp, toddler fun and fitness camp, Summer Symphony Honor Band, clowning around camp, experimental economics, finance camp, magnificent mathematicians, multiple sports, martial arts, computers, science and technology, as well as radio (WGMU). See website for details.

Harmonia School Performing Arts Camp Locations: 2942 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton 7373 McWhorter Place, Annandale Oakton - 703-938-7301; Annandale – 703-642-1711 Fax - 703-938-7303 Website: www.harmoniaschool.orgEmail: [email protected]

5-17 years

Dates not available at publication Extended care in Oakton until 5:30 p.m.

Tuition not available at publication This camp offers a wide range of music, dance, art, theater, and voice classes in 2 locations. Students take field trips to concerts, museums, outdoor performances as well as a swimming outing. Harmonia invites accomplished artists and musicians to teach master classes. Instrumental lessons available on piano, violin, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, saxophone, guitar and voice.

Leesburg Parks and Recreation Summer Camps 60 Ida Lee Dr., Leesburg 703-777-1363; fax – 703-737-7165 Website: www.idalee.org/parks/programs Email: [email protected]

Pre-school to 9th grade

Dates and times not available at publication

Tuition not available at publication Call for more information.


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Levine Music & Arts Day Camp Westover Baptist Church 1125 N. Patrick Henry Drive, Arlington Main Office in DC - 202-686-9772, ext. 144 Fax – 202-686-9733 Website: www.levineschool.orgNo email address

3.5 – 12 years Apprentices: Grades 8-12 (limited space for rising 7th graders)

Session I: 6/26/6-7/14/6 Session II: 7/17/6-8/4/6 Half Days: 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. -3:30 p.m. Full Day: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Extended: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

$100 deposit per camper, per session Half day: $624/session Full day: $921/session $50 sibling discount (one per family) Extended AM or PM $180/session

2006 theme – La Música de España y Portugal Olé Morning Program: Preschool and Kindergarten Campers – program is designed to engage young children in music and arts experiences that nurture musicality and creativity. Activities include singing, arts and crafts, stories, percussion instruments, creative dramatic, instrument making, movement and dance, and all-camp sing. Opportunities to examine and have hands-on experience on several instruments that can include violin, piano, cello, flutophone, recorder, guitar, clarinet, trombone, and banjo. 1st – 6th Grade Campers – program offers an array of enriching music and art-related activities that challenge children while emphasizing individual artistic development, encouraging group participation and cooperation. Children are grouped by age and grade and taught by professional teachers in art, music and dance. Teen apprentices assist the teachers. Activities include Dance Class, Art Class, Music Plus Class (Orff instruments), and Percussion Class. Plus Instrument Class for Grades 1-2 includes an “Instrument Sampler” which gives students introductory lessons on a different instrument every few days. Instrument Focus for Grades 3-6 concentrates on an instrument that the student doesn’t already play. Instrument lessons offered depend on the teacher available but can include violin, cello, flute, guitar or piano. Afternoon Program: Pre-school and kindergarten campers participate in a creative multi-arts program on a new theme each week that may include: Under the Sea, In the Mountains, Going to Town, In the Desert, Up in the Air, or On the Beach. Other activities are dramatic play, arts and crafts, outdoor time, stories, singing , free play and instrument making. 1st – 6th grade campers experience an afternoon of musical theatre as well as instrument building, arts and crafts, and outdoor games and sports. Summer Teen Apprenticeships. If your child has experience in music, dance, or theater and likes working with young children, this is the place to be this summer. This program gives teens a chance to see excellent teachers in action, help plan lessons, assist in teaching, learn effective techniques for dealing with children, perform for enthusiastic campers and share daily camp administration with teachers. Limited stipends for qualified 16+ year olds. See DC and MD Guides.


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Little Picasso School of Visual Arts Summer Camp 7373 McWhorter Place, Annandale 703-256-2910; no fax number Website: www.littlepicassoart.com Email: [email protected]

Grouped: 3.5-5 years 6-9 years 10-12 years 13-17 years

Two week sessions (M-R. – ½ days; M-F – full days) Sessions in parens are Fridays for full day students. No camp on 7/4/6 Session I: 6/26/6-7/6/6 (6/30/6 and 7/7/6) Session II: 7/10/6-7/20/6 (7/14/6 and 7/21/6) Session III: 7/24/6-8/3/6 (7/28/6 and 8/4/6) Session IV 8/7/6-8/17-6 (8/11/6 and 8/18/6) Half Days: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Full Days – 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Extended care: 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

$100 deposit $20 registration fee $580/session (full day) $290/session (half day) (supplies and t-shirt included) Extended day: $180/session 2 or more siblings – 10% discount

Drawing, painting, clay and paper sculpture. *See MD Guide.


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The Madeira School Summer Camps Contacts: Melody Hall (Camp Greenway, Tennis Adventure & Riding Workshop) Nancy Smally (Just Girls! Sports Camps) Sue Wentzel (Director of Riding) 8328 Georgetown Pike, McLean Melody - 703-556-8260 Nancy – 703-556-8208 Sue – 703-556-8276 No fax number Website: www.madeira.org Emails: [email protected] Melody - [email protected] – [email protected] – [email protected]

4-14 years

Little Snails 5/29/6 - 6/2/6 6/5/6 - 6/9/6 6/12/6 - 6/16/6 6/16/6 – 6/23/6 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Camp Greenway: 6/26/6 – 7/7/6 7/10/6 – 7/21/6 7/24/6 – 8/4/6 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Just Girls! Sports Camps: 6/21/6 - 6/24/6 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. GirlsRide!: 8/7/6 - 8/13/6 (residential) Girls First! Leadership Camp: (residential) 6/18/6 - 6/24/6 6/25/6 - 7/1/6 Riding Workshops: 6/26/6 – 6/30/6 7/3/6 – 7/7/6 7/10/6 – 7/14/6 7/17/6 - 7/21/6 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Girls Adventure!: (residential) 8/5/6 – 8/13/6 Summer On Stage 7/31/6 – 8/11/6 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Extended care 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

$170 deposit Little Snails: $200/session Camp Greenway: $750/session CIT - $765 for 3 sessions Just Girls! Sports Camp: $275/full day $195/half day Girls Ride! $1,200 Girls First! Leadership Camp $1,100 Riding Workshops: $450/session Girls Adventure: $1,200 Summer on Stage: $380 Extended care: $100/week $30/day drop-in rate AM- $50/week $20/day drop-in rate Transportation: $240 round trip ($200 for additional siblings) $120 one way ($100 for additional siblings)

On-line registration. In-door pool on campus. Little Snails (4-5 years) – just the place for your preschool who wants to go to camp too! Little Snails will use their imaginations to create amazing art, cook cool concoctions, share silly stories and trek around the 376 acre campus. Themes per session are Wild, Wild West, Rainforest Romp, Backyard Bugs, and Pond Pals. Lunch provided. Limited to 24 campers/session. Camp Greenway (Co-Ed – 1st-9th grades) – activities include: archery, arts & crafts, basketball, tennis, soccer, volleyball, swimming, singing and drama. Just Girls! Sports Camps (6th-9th grades) – flexible schedule designed to allow girls to experience two sports in one day. Sports include field hockey, tennis, volleyball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, and swimming. Girls Ride! (7th-9th grades) – themed weeks with one mounted riding lesson each morning as well as basic horse care and stable management, games and activities. Residential. Limited to 20 girls. Girls First! (7th-9th graders) – residential camp is for girls who have demonstrated an interest in community or school leadership. The program includes field trips, leadership exercises, seminars and outdoor activities. Riding Workshops (Co-Ed – Ages 8-15) – riding day camp open to all experience levels. Daily mounted lesson hunt seat equitation plus basic horse care and stable management skills. Limited to 30 riders/session. Girls Adventure! (7th-9th grades) – one of a kind residential camp that gives girls an opportunity to push personal limits while experiencing an outdoor adventure. Highlights include: an intro to rock-climbing, caving and kayaking, as well as a backpacking trip along the Appalachian Trail. Limited to 15 girls. Bus transportation available to and from established pick-up locations in Virginia.




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Manassas Christian School Summer Camp Principal - Linda Bare 9296 W. Carondelet Drive, Manassas 703-393-6555; fax - 703-393-6655 Website: www.manassaschristianschool.orgEmail: [email protected]

4-14 years

Dates not available at publication 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Extended care: 6:30 a.m. -6:30 p.m.


Junior and Senior camps as well as Specialty Camps in art, basketball, cheerleading (age 10+), competitive swimming prep, theatre (ages 6-14), golf (ages 8-14), environment, science, dance team (age 10+), baseball, computer and babysitting (ages 11-14). Weekly field trips (Kings Dominion, Luray Caverns, Skyline Drive, Historic Manassas, horseback riding) and special events (Camp Talent Show, Ocean Encounters, Juggles & Magicians and more), academic enrichment (tutoring) and an on-site swimming pool with lessons (extra fee).

Merritt Academy Summer Camp Contact – Elaine Grace, Director of Admissions 9211 Arlington Blvd., Arlington 703-273-8000, X134; fax – 703-273-8000 Website: www.merrittacademy.orgEmail: [email protected]

Junior Camp K-5th grades Senior Camp 6th-7th grades

Information on dates available February 2006 6:45 a.m. – 6:15 p.m.

Information about tuition available February 2006

Activities such as rock climbing/repelling, Dude Ranch, pony rides, swimming. Themes in 2005 were: Monster Mahem; Creatures Great and Small; A Blast from the Past; Rodeo Roundup; Get a Clue; Summer Sound Track; Awesome Animation; Hoorah for Holidays; Far Out Fantasies; and The Last Laugh. Bus transportation available within bus route of camp – call for info.

Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning School Age Summer Camps Burke Campus, 6215 Roberts Pkwy 703-239-0875; fax – 703-239-9637 Landsdowne Campus, 6414 Landsdowne Ctr, Alexandria 703-541-4175; fax – 703-541-4178 Lincolnia Campus, 6396 Lincolnia Rd. 703-256-7990; fax – 703-256-8272 Lorton Campus, 8931 Ox Road 703-690-1939; fax – 703-690-7478 Website for all above: www.novaearlylearning.com

5-12 years

Dates not available at publication 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (Lincolnia until 6:00 p.m.)


Thematic, creative, recreational and outdoor activities such as music and drama, computers, swimming, and cooking as well as special visiting music groups and magic workshops, and visits to water parks.

Northern Virginia Friends School – Camp Friends Sarah Betton, Camp Director 2854 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton 703-281-6837; fax – 703-281-6567 Website: www.quakered.com Email: [email protected]

Little Friends (3-4 yrs) Friends Campers (5-7 yrs)

Weekly 7/3/6-7/28/6 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Half day: 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.

$100 deposit $200/week Half day (Little Friends) - $130/week No extended care.

“Come Play with Friends” At this Quaker school, campers will experience community circle and sharing, outside play, discovery (puzzles, environmental activities, arts & crafts), music, dramatic play, and movement, expeditions, water play, and relaxation time (listening to stories and music).


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Nysmith School for the Gifted Summer Camp Contact: Karla Dao, Summer Camp Director 13625 EDS Dr., Herndon 703-713-3332, X1165; no fax number Website: www.nysmith.com No email address

3-12 years

2-week sessions 6/12/6-8/18/6 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Extended care: 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Early Riser 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Early Riser/Ext. Day: 7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

$100 deposit for each session Regular Day - $525/session Extended Day - $635/session Early Riser - $565/session Early Riser and Extended Day - $675/session $50/session discount for siblings

Traditional caring and supportive atmosphere with curriculum that blends sports, music, drama, art, foreign language, swimming, cooking, educational games, technology, and crafts. Children who are involved in the extended care have activities such as photography, visits and hikes to local nature centers, arts & crafts, games of all kinds, and visits to a retirement center.

Prince William County Park Authority Summer Camps Various locations throughout the county. 703-792-7060; fax – 703-792-4278 Website: www.pwcparks.org/classesEmail: [email protected]

6-17 years

Dates not available at publication 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Extended: 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (6:00 p.m. at Dale City Rec Ctr)


Traditional camp that includes outdoor games, arts and crafts, swimming, and field trips. Specialty camps may include: gymnastics, Outdoor Adventure Camp, Totally Teens, Tot Camp, Lil’ Chefs, Karate, Tennis, Shape Up, and Theatre Experience Camp. Assisted mainstream available.

Point of Hope Camp (through Capital Hospice) Location of camp: Camp Ramblewood, Darlington, MD (about 1.5 hours from DC) Contact – Suzanne Richardson Capital Hospice Office: 9300 Lee Hwy, Suite 200, Fairfax, VA 703-538-2030 Website: www.capitalhospice.org Email: [email protected]

Children 6-10 years Teens 13-18 years Adults 19+ years


FREE (but you must register) Anyone living in DC, suburban MD, or Northern VA who has experienced a loss within the past year is invited. Participants swim, play group games, and take part in supportive discussions that help build trust, self-esteem, and coping skills, as well as comfort and relief from the isolation of grief. Each age group is housed separately and attends age-appropriate activities and support sessions. Point of Hope Day Camp for Children and Teenagers is held on Saturdays in the spring (includes work with art therapists on grief issues). Call for info. Transportation is available.


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Reston Association Camps Call for locations in Reston. Office: Reston Association, 1930 Isaac Newton Square 703-435-6530; no fax number Website: www.reston.orgEmail: [email protected].

3-16 years

6/26/6 to 8/28/6 (One and two-week sessions – varies w/type of camp) 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Extended care at Brown’s Chapel facility 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

$75 deposit. $7-$9 – mandatory T-Shirt $145- $460/session Extended care – call for details. VISA/MC

Fills up quickly (lottery system)!! A vast variety of camps: Day Camp, Nature Tots, Hug-a-Tree, Sportsters, Mini Camp, Science Camp, Adventure Links, Sports Camp, Teen Camp, Guard Start and CIT.

St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School Summer 2006 Director of Summer Programs: John Carpenter 1000 St. Stephen's Road, Alexandria 703-212-2777; no fax number Website: www.sssas.orgEmail: [email protected]

K - 12th grades

Dates and hours not available at publication Extended care available


Lots of options which include: Traditional Day Camps (Summer Times day and Junior Day Camps, and August Adventures) Specialty Camps (Junior Cooking Camp, Art Around the World, Eco-Adventures, Spanish and French Immersion Camps, Fencing Camp, Aquatic Adventures, Photo Safari, Movie Camp, Claymation Studio, Everyday Math and Science for Girls, CSI Detective Camp, Musical Theater Camp, Emergency!: First Aid and CPR, and Magic Camp) Sports Camps (lacrosse for boys or girls, Diamond Mites Baseball, basketball for boys or girls, “All-Star” Youth Football Camp, golf, soccer, all-sports, swim clinic, and field hockey) Summer Studies (Pre-Algebra/Algebra, Composition Skills, August Study Skills, Babysitting, How to Write a College Essay) Credit Courses – for SSSAS Upper School Students (Religion, PE: Sports Medicine, PE: First Aid & CPR, Intro to Photography, Video Journalism) Call for brochure or check website for details.



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Special Love Camps Contact – Laura Cain 17 Youth Development Court Winchester, Virginia 1-888-930-2707 or 540-667-3774 Fax – 540-667-8144 Website: www.speciallove.orgEmail: [email protected]

Camp Fantastic 7-17 yrs BRASS 7-14 yrs Fantastic Friends 13-17 yrs


Camp relies on donations from the public: Tuition not available at publication

Established in 1983, Special Love, based out of Winchester, Virginia, was created to let kids be kids. The organization provides fun and exciting events for kids with cancer year round. Camp Fantastic - this camp provides children with cancer an opportunity to step back from the seriousness of their disease and enjoy the bonds of friendship with other children who share similar experiences. The camp provides classes, recreation, theme parties, campfires for children who are currently being treated or have undergone treatment for cancer in the last three years. A full medical staff from NIH is on site. BRASS (Brothers and Sisters Shine) Camp and Weekend – a weekend or entire week for the siblings of kids with cancer that sometimes don’t get the usual attention because of their sibling’s illness – a chance to have a normal weekend of talent shows, water Olympics, horseback riding, canoeing, and soccer, as well as opportunities to speak with a counselor about the ordeal their family is facing. Fantastic Friends – a weekend for the child with cancer and their best friend to have fun. Friend can learn about the ordeal their friend is facing with cancer, as well as strengthen their friend’s support system.

Vienna, Town of – Youth Summer Camps Various locations throughout the Town of Vienna Vienna Parks and Recreation Department 703-255-6360; fax – 7003-255-6399 Website: www.viennava.gov No email address

6-18 years

Dates not available at publication Hours vary with camp – check website Extended care available for Summer Playground


Summer Playground: Activities include arts & crafts, games, special events, and field trips. Horseback Riding Camp: Children will learn all there is to know about horseback riding, horse maintenance, and stable maintenance. Transportation provided to and from Potomac Horse Center in Gaithersburg. Additional Sports Camps: Fencing Camp; Kid’s Summer Golf Camp; Kids Tennis Camps; and the 13th Annual Fundamental Basketball Camp. A Week in History Camp: Camp will be held on the grounds of Freeman Sore and Museum and includes activities such as historic games and crafts, culinary arts, a town history and much more. Youth Teen Camps: Summer Cheer and Dance Camp, Teen Excursion Camp and Break It Down Dance Camp (dance Team Training Program are the choices for teens.



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Virginia Space Flight Adventure Camp 7300 Kearsage Circle, Wallops Island 866-757-7223; fax – 757-824-6207 Website: www.vaspaceflightacademy.orgEmail: [email protected]

12-15 years

Weekly residential camps from 6/18/6 - 8/18/6 Each 6-day session starts Sunday afternoon with a picnic and ends Friday after graduation that starts at 1:00 p.m.

$645/session (includes all camp activities, double occupancy housing, cafeteria meals, transportation to all activities, workbook, camp t-shirt and all materials)

Established in 1998. Held at Wallops Flight Facility, an operational NASA installation located on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. This camp is for children interested in learning about the science and engineering of rockets and space flight. Students will have the opportunity to do some of the things that astronauts do. They will launch a “Mission to Mars”, as well as build and launch their own model rockets. They will explore the world of robotics using the LEGO© MindStorm system as well as engineer a simulated rocket launch in a NASA mission control room. Students will tour the many departments at the Facility and Navy Aegis Training Center, NOAA Weather Command and Data Acquisition Center, NASA and Virginia Commercial Space Flight launch facilities. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the Academy. NOTE: This camp is dependent on the support of the U.S. Navy and NASA facilities and personnel. In the event of a national emergency, camps may be cancelled and tuition refunds may be made.

Washington Sailing Marina Sail 2006 1 Marina Drive, GW Memorial Pkwy, Alexandria 703-548-9027; no fax number Website: www.washingtonsailingmarina.com (lessons) Email: [email protected]

10-16 years

Weekly 6/19/6-8/18/6 (camps vary) 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (rain or shine)

Pre-Camp Session (6/12/6-6/16/6) $225 Basic Sailing Camp (Sunfish) $200/session Intermediate Sailing Camp (Flying Scot) $225/session Advanced Sailing Camp (Hobie 16) $245/session Windsurfing Camp $240/session

Hands-on experience with sailing 90% of the time (weather permitting). Early Season Camp – beginner course on a 19 ft Flying Scot. Basic Sailing Camp – course covers the basics of sailing, parts of the boat, steering, use of sail, capsizing and safety. Intermediate Sailing Camp (Flying Scot) – course involves on-the-water sessions with 4-5 students per boat plus instructor. Course covers boat handling, points of sail, sail trim (mainsail & jib), terminology, basic racing techniques and navigation. Advanced Hobie Cat Sailing Camp (must have intermediate Skipper certification and be at least 12 years old and 90 lbs) – high performance which includes boat handling with hull flying, points of sail, sail trim (mainsail & jib), tuning the rig as well as adjustable jib traveler cars, dual trapeze and racing techniques with Hobies. Windsurfing Camp – must be at least 12 years old and 90 lbs. Course works on the necessary skills to maneuver a windsurfer independently around a small course in a contained area. First session will be on a simulator to “get the feel.”

http://www.vaspaceflightacademy.org/



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YMCA Camps Various locations throughout Metro DC – see description for Branches. 1-800-433-YMCA; no fax number Website: www.ymcawashdc.orgEmail: [email protected]

2-17 years

Dates not available at publication Day Camp: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Extended care: 7:30 a.m. -6:00 p.m.


Traditional and Specialty Day Camps as well as Teen Leadership program (CIT), YMCA Summer of Service (ages 12-14), and overnight programs. Specialty Camps include: gymnastics, dance, aquatics, sailing, drama, art, science and technology, computers, marital arts/Tae Kwon Do, sports and environment/nature. Metropolitan Branches: Alexandria, Arlington, Bethesda-Chevy Chase, Bowen, Calomiris, Fairfax at Reston, Mount Pleasant, National Capital, Prince George’s, Silver Spring, Upper Montgomery County and Veterans’. Residential Camp – Camp Letts, Edgewater, MD (near Annapolis) – ages 8-17. Includes sailing, canoeing, water skiing, horseback riding, high and low ropes challenge, soccer, tennis, marital arts, drama, arts & crafts, and much more!

Documents

2006 Summer Camp Guide Virginia - COPE, Inc · Acting For Young People Summer Arts Camp 2006 Contact: Mary Lechter George Mason University, Performing Arts Building 4400 University