Plano Parks and Recreation Summer Camp Guide

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Registration opens May 8


SUMMER CAMPS

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Positions: Day Camp Counselors/Coordinator Learn to Swim Instructors Lifeguards Sports Camp Coordinator Teen Adventure Coordinator Concession Attendants Recreation Aides (High school grad or 18 and older)

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Cimarron Day Camps Cimarron Youth Camp (6-12 Yrs)

Camp Cimarron is an outdoor program located at Bob Woodruff ParkSouth (BWS), offering a wide range of outdoor recreation activities for children. The camp provides opportunities to learn about the natural environment through fun nature hikes and environmental education activities including fishing, crafts, games, swimming, and other activities. Camp hours are 8am to 4pm with extended camp offered separately running from 4pm to 5:30pm. Campers may use the morning shuttle, but must be picked up from BWS at 4pm, unless utilizing extended camp. Children must be enrolled in the morning and evening shuttle services separately to be picked up and dropped off at Carpenter Park Recreation Center (CAR). Camp will be held at Oak Point Recreation Center (OPC) on inclement weather days. Registration closes at NOON the Friday before each camp starts. Facemasks are recommended.

Cimarron Youth Camp (6-12 Yrs) Mon-Fri - one week sessions Bob Woodruff Park South

Camp Refund Policy

Full refunds will be granted when requested more than two weeks prior to the beginning of camp. Refunds requested less than two weeks prior to the start date will not be granted, unless the vacated spot is filled. If the spot is filled, a refund will be granted less a $5 administrative fee. Medical refunds requested prior to the start date of camp will be granted in full. An original doctor’s note must be provided at the time of the request for all medical refunds to be processed. Refunds will not be granted due to the following reasons: weather conditions, summer heat, sunburn, a camper’s behavior, absence from camp, camp assignments, or after the camp session or season. Parents are responsible for making sure children are registered in the correct camp program or session. If an error is found after registration please call and have it corrected prior to the camp season. Refunds will not be granted after the camp season has ended. Staff at all recreation facilities or the Parks and Recreation administrative office, 972-941-7250, can process all refund requests made within these guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact Rachael Bennett, outdoor program coordinator, at 972-941-5403 or rachaelb@plano.gov.

Start Date

Camp 8am-4pm $115

Extended Camp 4pm-5:30pm $19

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Extended Camp-$19

Extended Camp runs at BWS from 4pm to 5:30pm. All participants MUST also be registered for Camp Cimarron.

Cimarron Camp Shuttle-Morning-$15

The morning bus shuttle leaves from CAR at 7:15am and arrives on time at BWS by 8am. Any camper may register for the morning shuttle. The shuttle will run on time and will not wait for late campers.

Cimarron Camp Shuttle-Evening-$15

The evening bus shuttle leaves from BWS promptly at 5:20pm and arrives on time at CAR by 6pm. Only campers utilizing extended camp may register for the evening shuttle.

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SUMMER CAMPS Camp Connections (6-11 Yrs) 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mon-Fri - one week sessions Carpenter Park Recreation Center

Indoor Day Camps Camp Connections (6-11 Yrs)

Camp Connections is the perfect place to play in Plano for the summer and create lifelong memories. Camp will thrill your children’s creativity through arts and crafts, energize them with engaging outdoor games, and challenge them with multimedia styled activities. Discover different weekly themes throughout the summer to keep even the pickiest of tastes exploring new possibilities. Camp Connections registration is required to enroll in the Pre-Connections and the Post-Connections extensions, giving you many options to provide a fun and supervised environment for your children. Camp will be divided by appropriate age groups. A weekly e-mail newsletter will keep the entire family connected with the new and exciting activities that will take place each week for camp. Participants will utilize the pool two days a week, so bring a swimsuit, towel and flip-flops. Campers will be swim tested before they will be able to access the deep end. Please send a sack lunch and drink for your children each day. All counselors are First Aid/CPR certified and have your children’s fun and safety as their top priorities. Enrollment for Pre-Connections and Post-Connections are listed as an add on when registering for each package. Pre-connections is available from 7:30am to 9am for $15 residents/$19 non-residents. Post-connections is available from 2pm to 5:30pm for $35 residents/ $39 non-residents. A liability waiver for all campers must be completed on or before the first day of camp. Facemasks are recommended.

Pre-Connections (6-11 Yrs)-$15

The 7:30am to 9am option is available for those early birds who need supervised activities prior to camp. The day will begin with light activities to wake up and start the day on the right foot. Please feel free to bring a light breakfast for your young one. It is not necessary to be at the facility right at 7:30. Take the time you need. Camp Connections registration is required to enroll. Enrollment for Pre-Connections is listed as an add on when registering for the package.

Post-Connections (6-11 Yrs)-$35

Keep the connection going with the 2pm to 5:30pm extension for campers to stay and play. Games and activities will entertain the afternoon hours away in a fun and supervised environment. Camp Connections registration is required to enroll. Please pack an afternoon snack for your camper. A late fee of $5 for every 15 minutes will be charged to parents when picking up campers after 5:30pm. Enrollment for Post-Connections is listed as an add on when registering for the package.

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Camp Connections $89

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Camp Connections (6-11 Yrs) 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mon-Fri - one week sessions Liberty Recreation Center

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Camp Connections $89

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SUMMER CAMPS Camp Connections (6-11 Yrs) 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mon-Fri - one week sessions Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center Start Date

Camp Connections $89

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Aerobats Girls Cheer/Tumble Camp (6-12 Yrs)

This camp is great for beginner through intermediate cheerleaders. The girls will work on tumbling, cheer jumps, and stunts. The campers will be placed in groups appropriate for their age and level. Campers will need to bring their own snack and drink Monday-Thursday. Facemasks are recommended. 37806 OPC Tu-F 9am-Noon

7/6

4 Staff

$75

Aerobats Girls Tumbling Camp (8-14 Yrs)

Have you always wanted to learn how to do a cartwheel, round-off, front and back handsprings, and other basic tumbling skills? Well, this camp is for you! In a safe and encouraging atmosphere, students will work with our trained Aerobats coaches on various gymnastics skills and drills appropriate for their skill level on floor exercise and the trampoline. Games, contests, or other activities may be conducted each day as well. Campers will need to bring their own snack and drink MondayThursday. Facemasks are recommended. 37807 OPC M-F 9am-Noon

6/14

5 Staff

$80

Aerobats Gymnastics Camp-Boys (5-8 Yrs)

Experience the sport that prepares you for all other sports! Students will develop flexibility, strength, and coordination as they learn gymnastics skills on floor, vault, rings, high bar, parallel bars and trampoline. Students will be grouped as beginner or intermediate during the first class. Crafts, games, contests and more will be included each day. Campers will need to bring their own snack and drink Monday-Thursday. Facemasks are recommended. 37815 OPC M-F 9am-Noon

6/28

5 Staff

$80

Aerobats Gymnastics Camp-Girls (5-12 Yrs)

Experience the sport that prepares you for all other sports! Students will develop flexibility, strength, and coordination as they learn gymnastics skills on vault, bars, beam, floor and trampoline. Students will be grouped as beginner, intermediate or advanced during the first day of class. Crafts, games, contests and more will be included each day. Campers will need to bring their own snack and drink MondayThursday. Facemasks are recommended.

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3D Game Design (10-17 Yrs)

This class offers an interactive look at the world of 3D Game Design. This awesome camp offers the chance for students to create and immerse themselves in a 3D world. If you are looking to design professional 3D games that both look and feel just like the ones you play at home, then you don’t want to miss this camp. Facemasks are recommended. 36606 LRC M-Th 1pm-4pm

6/28

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Adventures In Art Camp (5-13 Yrs)

Finally a fine art camp teaching fine art, not crafts. Your artist will learn realistic painting, brush loading, perspective, color theory and drawing through the use of watercolors, heavy and light acrylics, charcoals, and oil pastels. Students will complete eight amazing landscapes, seascapes, animals and still lives that you’ll be proud to frame. All new curriculum each session for new or returning students. Bring paper towels and wear an old T-shirt. A $60 supply fee due to instructor the first day of class. Facemasks are recommended.

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Garden Garden Garden Garden Garden

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Animation (10-17 Yrs)

In this class students will learn the basics of animation and digital design. Students who enjoy going to various sites to see fun interactive animations will love this course. Class will utilize Adobe’s award winning animation software. Students will create fun interactive animations that they can share with the world. Facemasks are recommended. 36607 LRC M-Th 9am-Noon

7/12

4 Youth Tech $159

App Design (9-17 Yrs)-NEW

This class offers students a hands-on look at the world of application design and development. This interactive course will instruct students about the design and development of applications including augmented reality. Students will design their app, which can be shared with friends and family members with an Apple or Android device. Facemasks are recommended. 36713 LRC M-Th 1pm-4pm

6/14

4 Youth Tech $155

Artful Explorations Summer Art Camp (6-13 Yrs)

Give your young artist an opportunity to peak their interest in fine art by learning different techniques of oil and acrylic painting on canvas, watercolor painting, oil pastels and charcoal drawing (five mediums). They will learn color theory, brush strokes, perspective and more! You’ll want to frame and hang their masterpieces! Not an arts and crafts class. Dress for a mess and bring paper towels and a snack each day. A $60 supply fee is due to the instructor on the first day of camp. Facemasks are recommended.

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B3: ArKIDtect Super Structures (6-12 Yrs)

Ever dream of growing up to be the world’s best architect? In this camp young architects will test materials, meet design constraints, and create amazing structures. Construct everything from Greek-style columns, LEGO Architecture structures, to earthquake-proof buildings and so much more. Bring your design thinking hat and get ready to build! A supply fee of $30 is due to the instructor on the first day. Facemasks are recommended 36934 TMC M-F 9am-Noon

7/12

5 Bricks Bots $145

B3: Frozen S.T.E.A.M. (5-9 Yrs)

It’s hot outside, but this is the coolest camp around! Students will engage in hands on science and engineering activities from the popular movie Frozen! Activities include absorbing and dissolving ice towers; states of matter; building and testing “snowball launchers” and sleds; coding to help Princess Elsa skate, and more! A $30 supply fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. Facemasks are recommended. 36937 TMC M-F 9am-Noon

6/14

5 Bricks Bots $145

B3: Future Doctor Gross Anatomy (8-12 Yrs)

Ever wanted to play the role of a doctor? If so, this camp is for you! Hands-on activities will cover amazing features of the human body such as: circulatory, respiratory, skeletal, integumentary, and nervous systems. Your lab coat and stethoscope is yours to keep! A supply fee of $30 is due to the instructor on the first day. Facemasks are recommended. 36935 TMC M-F 1pm-4pm

7/19

5 Bricks Bots $145

B3: Future Vet (8-12 Yrs)

Students will take on the role of a veterinarian to perform mock exams, first aid treatment, simulated dissection, diagnose patients, develop treatment plans, read x-rays, and more! Your stethoscope and “adopted” stuffed animal is yours to keep. A supply fee of $30 is due to the instructor on the first day. Facemasks are recommended. 36933 TMC M-F 1pm-4pm

6/28

5 Bricks Bots $145

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B3: Super Hero S.T.E.A.M. (5-9 Yrs)

Calling all super heroes and wonder women! In this super science and engineering camp you’ll put your super skills to the test as you create superhero themed projects, play superhero games, and participate in science activities such as: Glow in the Dark Kryptonite, Galaxy Slime, Hulk Hands Smash, and an Evil Villain Mad Scientist Lab. A supply fee of $30 is due to the instructor on the first day. Facemasks are recommended. 36936 TMC M-F 9am-Noon

7/26

5 Bricks Bots $145

B3: Wonderful World of Wizards (8-12 Yrs)

Have you always wanted to attend Hogwarts, discover wand lore, brew fantastical potions? Then this camp is for you! Experience a week long journey filled with magic as you create wands, duel witches and wizards, compete for the coveted “house cup”, brew various potions such as glow in the dark slime to amortentia, and other crafts. We anxiously await your owl to discover the magic of chemistry! A supply fee of $30 is due to the instructor on the first day. Facemasks are recommended. 36931 TMC M-F 1pm-4pm

6/14

5 Bricks Bots $145

B3: Zany Zoology (6-11 Yrs)

Animal lovers will love this camp! Learn about amazing animals from around the world through games, experiments, and simulations about Polar Bears, Chameleons, Poison Dart Frogs, Monotremes, Barn owls and more. A $30 supply fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. Facemasks are recommended.

B3: Jurassic Experience (5-10 Yrs)

Step into a time machine and travel back more than 65 million years to seek some of the most amazing creatures to walk the face of the earth - dinosaurs! Using your paleontology skills, campers will discover what prehistoric animals looked, and so much more! Campers will participate in activities such as fossil making, a coprolite study, dino eggs, and tons of fun art projects, experiments, and games. A $30 supply fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. Facemasks are recommended. 36940 TMC M-F 1pm-4pm

7/5

5 Bricks Bots $145

B3: Minecraft LEGO (6-12 Yrs)

Calling all Minecraft fans to this one of a kind camp that is the perfect blend of various Minecraft-themed STEAM activities. Campers will rotate through fun and engaging stations each day that include building with LEGO Minecraft sets, science experiments and engineering builds, art, and of course Minecraft. Campers will need to bring their own device with ‘Minecraft’ pre-loaded. A $30 supply fee is due to the instructor on the first day of camp. Facemasks are recommended. 36932 TMC M-F 9am-Noon

6/21

5 Bricks Bots $145

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7/12

5 Bricks Bots $145

Brainopolis Mystery Mission Camp (7-12 Yrs)

Are you ready for a challenge that involves critical thinking, exploring, investigating, and team work to decipher clues and accomplish missions? Each week resets the clock and brings on a new mission, new activities and a new set of problem-solving skills. Some tasks will involve creating prototype solutions with household materials, while others require using computers to create animations and designs. Take on the challenge and join a BRAINopolis camp... your mission awaits. Facemasks are recommended.

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B3: Space Explorers (6-12 Yrs)-NEW

Star Wars fans and future astronauts will love this out of this world camp! Campers will explore the mysteries of space and learn about our solar system and space travel. Students will create moon rocks, Yoda’s bubbling slime swamp, chemical powered rockets, artwork, solar system bracelets, design and build a solar oven, and design and test air powered flyers. A $30 supple fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. Facemasks are recommended. 36938 TMC M-F 1pm-4pm

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5 Bricks Bots $145

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Camp Millionaire (9-14 Yrs)

Become a financial genius at Camp Millionaire! Our fun, interactive game teaches students the principles of money management, investing, the Three Pillars of Wealth, philanthropy and much more. Kids will get the financial foundation to meet and exceed their financial goals when they grow up. Get a head start on a great future. Please bring a daily snack. Facemasks are recommended. 36922 TMC M-F 1pm-4pm

7/12

5 Smart Money $165

Chess Wizards (6-14 Yrs)

Say yes to chess! Join Chess Wizards for an interactive, scholastic program where kids will collaborate, gain confidence, improve chess skills, meet new friends, and work out their most powerful muscle-their brains! Appropriate for beginner to intermediate chess players. Camp includes instruction in tactics and strategy, as well as individual game play. Daily breaks are built in for snacks, games and plain old running around. All students will receive a trophy, puzzle folder and chess wizards t-shirt.

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Coding Studio (6-12 Yrs)

This course offers younger students a fun, interactive look at coding. You will create virtual apps and write your own programs that you can share with friends and family. This course makes learning to code fun and explores problem solving and programming logic. You will have an account that can extend your learning throughout the year. Facemasks are recommended. 36709 LRC Tu-F 9:30am-Noon

7/6

4 Youth Tech $139

Color the World in Pastels (6-12 Yrs)-NEW

Explore multicultural art in our Worldly Artistic Designs camp. We begin our world tour in Mexico as we draw several colorful doorways. Next, we journey to Africa and explore the design intricacies of African crafts. Our artistic enlightenment doesn’t stop there; we’ll move on to design Paisley patterns, an ancient design embraced by many cultures. Then, Asian paper lanterns will shed light on the Far Eastern design styles. Our travels end in Russia as we illustrate a mainstay of Russian architecture, the Onion Dome. These classes will be messy fun, so dress appropriately. Facemasks are recommended. 36916 TMC M-F 1:30pm-4pm

6/7

5 Y Rembrandts $149

Film Making Camp (9-13 Yrs)

This video production camp teaches digital video filming, introduction to editing, and production techniques. It is designed to generate an interest in critical observation and communications in film-making projects. During the camp, students will learn on-air confidence and introductory video production skills. As a group, students will select a genre and complete a film, all while learning the basics of the process. They will then ‘premiere’ the film for the parents on the last day of class. Materials such as the camera and lighting will be provided for the class. Facemasks are recommended.

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Gamers Paradise (6-13 Yrs)-NEW

This class offers students a look at multiple areas of game design. From mobile game development to stand alone games, if you have a gamer you will not want to miss this class. Students will create multiple games that they can share with friends and family. Facemasks are recommended. 36714 LRC M-Th 1pm-3:30pm

7/26

4 Youth Tech $139

Gaming & Coding (6-12 Yrs)

This course combines two unbelievable experiences, gaming and coding. You will spend the morning taking an interactive look at coding and building virtual apps to share with friends. In the afternoon, you will build simple video games combining the art of video game design and animation to create interactive characters that fly around the screen. Students are encouraged to bring a sack lunch. Facemasks are recommended. 36710 LRC Tu-F 9:30am-3:30pm

7/6

4 Youth Tech $269

Igame Creators (6-10 Yrs)

Want to create video games? This is an introductory course for younger students who want to learn to build simple video games. This course combines the art of video game design and animation to create interactive characters that fly around the screen. Amaze your friends and family with your fun interactive games. Facemasks are recommended.

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Digital Photography Camp (9-13 Yrs)

Illusion Magic Camp (6-13 Yrs)-NEW

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This specialized program introduces students to the art of photography. Students will have the opportunity to learn about introductory aspects of digital photography including composition, lighting a subject, use of lenses and digital editing. They will have the chance to express their creativity by learning to take great photos. Students need to bring their own digital camera to class. Facemasks are recommended. TMC TMC TMC TMC

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What child doesn’t enjoy watching magic shows? Your child will have the exciting opportunity to learn real magic from a professional magician at Illusion Magic Camp. This fun camp provides hands-on experiences to build public speaking, memory, coordination, math and science skills. Each student will receive a backpack and tricks. Campers will host a magic show on the last day of camp! Bring a daily snack and drink. A $20 supply fee is due to the instructor on the first day of camp. Facemasks are recommended. 7/19

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Imobile (10-17 Yrs)

Innovate, build, play. This class offers students with a big imagination a place to plan and build their own video games on a mobile device. If you have a student that loves to play games on an iPad, this course helps them engineer and build games on a mobile platform. This cutting edge course engages both sides of the brain to create fun engaging games for a mobile platform. Tablets will be provided to use in class. Facemasks are recommended. 36610 LRC M-Th 9:30am-Noon

6/14

4 Youth Tech $139

Island Tube Fever Camp© (6-12 Yrs)

Tune into imagination and creativity at Challenge Island’s Island Tube Camp! You and your tribe will build your very own studio and take part in a whole haul of super tuber activities: from slime to squishies to science experiments; from taste tests to mystery wheels to Secret Island surprise balls! Facemasks are recommended. 35686 OPC M-F 9am-Noon

7/12

5 STEM

$125

Kids Comedy (6-15 Yrs)-NEW

This production camp will teach students the art of comedic acting. Campers will focus on acting skills, ensemble, improv games, and comedic playwriting. A showcase will be presented on the last day of class. Facemasks are recommended. 36920 TMC M-Th 1pm-3pm

6/28

4 Encore Kids $119

Mad Science® 3D Printing Revolution (10-14 Yrs)-NEW

Introduce your child to the innovation of 3D printing technology! Campers will examine the functions and fundamentals of 3D printing to design and create amazing 3D objects using 3D pens. Each camper will be able to take home a project on the last day of camp. All technology and materials are provided by Mad Science. A $25 supply fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. Facemasks are recommended. 37107 TMC M-F 9am-Noon

6/28

5 Mad Science $165

Mad Science® Robotics LEGO® Mindstorms (Adv) (10-14 Yrs)

Campers learn the history of robotics, from literature to engineering advancements. They form robotics teams to brainstorm and design specialized robots. These junior roboticists explore mechanical aspects as well: gear ratios, torque and pneumatics. A $25 supply fee is due to the instructor on the first day of camp. Facemasks are recommended. 37105 TMC M-F 9am-Noon

6/14

5 Mad Science $165

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Mad Science® Bubbles, Smoke, Explosions (6-9 Yrs)

Have fun with chemistry at an exciting camp! Make a crystal garden, synthesize your own slime, learn about our solar system by making a comet with everyday items, and have a shocking time with a Van de Graaff generator by experiencing lightning up close! Facemasks are recommended. 37108 TMC M-F 9am-Noon

5 Mad Science $165

Mad Science® Intro Coding & Digital Robotics (6-9 Yrs)

Our future roboticists will start with programming basics in a fun and interactive game that introduces coding and computer programming concepts! Real programming logic is brought to life in experiments with an animated on-screen robot that teaches campers how to code using a block-coding language. Students will need to bring their own tablet or laptop. A $25 supply fee is due to the instructor on the first day of camp. Facemasks are recommended. 37106 TMC M-F 1pm-4pm

6/21

5 Mad Science $165

Mad Science® LEGO® Brixology Engineers (6-9 Yrs)

Explore engineering fields such as mechanical, structural, aerospace, nautical, and bioengineering by building different engineering themed LEGO projects. Use critical thinking, cooperation, and creative problemsolving to test and improve creations. Reinforce and extend learned concepts with each take home project. Facemasks are recommended. 37109 TMC M-F 1pm-4pm

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Mad Science®Space Explorers Academy (6-10 Yrs)

Blast-off your knowledge of flight in this exciting rocket camp. Campers will learn the science behind living in space as a well as understand why space exploration is so important. Campers will build their own rocket and planes, experiment with propulsion systems, and launch and recover rockets! Facemasks are recommended. 37110 TMC M-F 1pm-4pm

7/26

5 Mad Science $165

Mad Science® Red Hot Robots (8-14 Yrs)

Join us in red-hot robot explorations! Discover inner workings of robots, experiment with circuits, sensors, and power supplies. Explore sound sensing, line racking, and solar power robots. Build your own robot to keep! A $25 supply fee is due on the first day of class. Facemasks are recommended. 37104 TMC M-F 9am-Noon

6/7

5 Mad Science $165

Mad Science® Secret Agent Lab (6-9 Yrs)-NEW

Learn to spy- oh, my! Do you have what it takes to discover “who done it”? If so, this camp is for you! Explore secret communications, detective crime science, inner workings of our cells and cool chemistry. Facemasks are recommended. 37111 TMC M-F 9am-Noon

8/2

5 Mad Science $165

Mad Science® STEM Into Reading (6-9 Yrs)-NEW

STEM into Reading uses acclaimed STEM-focused picture books, chapter books, and graphic novels to inspire the love of science while improving reading skill through storytelling. Students will experience a wide variety of exciting, hands-on STEM labs while participating in a STEM-tastic book club! Facemasks are recommended. 37112 TMC M-F 1pm-4pm

8/2

5 Mad Science $165

Magic Music Camp (6-12 Yrs)

From Beethoven to the Beatles, learn to rock to the beat of a different drum. Magic Music is proud to announce a five-day music camp for kids who want to learn about different instruments, from African drums and electric guitar to violin and flute. We invite you to come explore the different sounds, rhythms and music types from all over the world through hands-on activities, special musical guests, student conducting, singing, games and much more. All supplies included. Facemasks are recommended.

37040 LRC M-F 1pm-4:30pm 37041 LRC M-F 1pm-4:30pm

6/28 7/26

5 MagicMusic $159 5 MagicMusic $159

Movie Makers (10-17 Yrs)

This hands-on, interactive course will introduce students to the world of digital video design and production. Students will film, direct and edit their own digital video creations. Students enrolled in this course will amaze their peers with green screen and special effects work. Facemasks are recommended. 36599 LRC M-Th 9am-Noon

6/7

4 Youth Tech $159

Musical Theatre Medley (6-15 Yrs)

This class allows students the opportunity to explore the world of musical theatre. Students will have fun acting, singing, and dancing to popular Broadway and Pop tunes. Students will present a showcase of their work on the last day of class! Facemasks are recommended. 36921 TMC M-Th 1pm-3pm

7/26

4 Encore Kids $119

My First Business-Restaurant (7-12 Yrs)

Students looking for a firsthand opportunity to become an entrepreneur and operate a restaurant, look no further. Using business programs, students will propose their concept to investors, project sales, and design a floor plan. Along the way, students will develop marketing materials and navigate finances. Students will create a pitch for their business that will be recorded and delivered to parents via email. Our goal is for students to leave camp with an experience that will ignite and promote their entrepreneurial spirit! Facemasks are recommended.

36947 TMC M-F 9am-Noon 36949 TMC M-F 9am-Noon

6/21 7/12

5 Adroit Edu 5 Adroit Edu

$149 $149

Performing with Puppets (7-15 Yrs)-NEW

Are you a storyteller? Love puppets? Come explore the art of acting with puppets! Students will create their own puppet while growing his/ her imagination. As well, this camp is designed to develop students’ language development and fine motor skills. A showcase will be presented on the last day of class. Facemasks are recommended. 36919 TMC M-Th 1pm-3pm

6/14

4 Encore Kids $119

Play-Well Pokémon Engineering (6-10 Yrs)-NEW

Students will join Ash and Pikachu to build, capture, train, and explore the vast world of Pokémon using LEGO parts. Campers will design Poke Balls, explore the Kanto region, and fly with Charizard. Don’t miss out on navigating the Pokémon world through engineering with PlayWell! Facemasks are recommended. 36918 TMC M-F 1pm-4pm

6/7

5 Play-Well

$179

Roblox Game Development (9-15 Yrs)-NEW

Calling all ROBLOX users! Join in with millions of gamers and immerse yourself in your own 3D world. ROBLOX Studio is a 3D-based program that uses physics, LUA programming, and individual creativity to build a world around you and your avatar, unlike any other software. This course will guide you through concepts such as beginner physics, LUA programming, and game development. You will build and publish your game to share with friends and family. Facemasks are recommended.

36711 LRC M-Th 9am-Noon 36712 LRC M-Th 1pm-4pm

6/21 7/12

4 Youth Tech $169 4 Youth Tech $169

Robotics Battle Bots (10-17 Yrs)

This camp offers hands-on opportunities to build and program robots. Working in small teams, students will design robotics systems to compete in fun real-world activities. Each day will bring a new challenge, and your team’s robot will have to morph to better adapt and compete. At the end of camp, students will compete in the battle bots competition to prove their robot is the best. This camp is perfect for the student who has a big imagination and likes to build things. Facemasks are recommended.

36608 LRC M-Th 1pm-4pm 36609 LRC M-Th 9am-Noon

6/21 7/26

4 Youth Tech $159 4 Youth Tech $159

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SUMMER CAMPS CAMPS SUMMER

Slimetopia Camp© (6-12 Yrs)

Welcome to Slimetopia- an ooey, gooey, squishy, squashy, slippery, stretchy slime drenched camp extravaganza! Learn the science behind the slime while you make at least 10 different kinds of the addictively playful polymer. From butter to bubble, crunchy to munchy, fluffy to floamy, unicorn to color changing we’ve got you and your tribe covered (in slime that is!). Facemasks are recommended. 35793 OPC M-F 9am-Noon

7/26

5 STEM

$125

Steam Tank Entrepreneur Camp© (6-12 Yrs)

Calling all innovative and inventive kids to an adventure in STEAM and entrepreneurship! You and your tribe will design, create, and open new businesses everyday. From SWEETreprenur Day to SLIMEtrepreneur Day to PETrepreneur Day to HAUNTrepreneur Day. Can you convince the island sharks that your tribe’s business belongs in the new Challenge Island mall? Facemasks are recommended. 35792 OPC M-F 9am-Noon

7/19

5 STEM

$125

The Gaming Academy (10-17 Yrs)

The gaming academy is an all day course for students who love games. During this course students will be immersed into the world of 2D and 3D game design. The gaming academy is a combination of our Video Game Design, Advanced Game Design and 3D Game Design courses. The course offers students a variety of hands on experiences designing and building their very own games. Students are encouraged to bring a sack lunch. Facemasks are recommended. 36605 LRC M-Th 9am-4pm

6/28

Video Game Design & Development (10-17 Yrs)

This course provides students with a fun interactive look at the world of video game design and development. Students enrolled in this camp will learn the basics of video game design and produce several different interactive video games to share with their friends and family. If you are a gamer and want to put yourself in the game, then this is the course for you. Facemasks are recommended.

36600 LRC M-Th 1pm-4pm 36601 LRC M-Th 9am-Noon 36602 LRC M-Th 9am-Noon

6/7 7/19 6/28

4 Youth Tech $179 4 Youth Tech $179 4 Youth Tech $179

World of Anime Art (6-12 Yrs)- NEW

Calling all otaku kids! Learn to draw your favorite Japanese style art in this Anime Manga camp. Students will tap into imagination while learning to draw manga inspired characters, accessories and costumes. Your child’s talent will take off in this kawaii camp. Facemasks are recommended. 36917 TMC M-F 1:30pm-4pm

6/21

Outdoor Camps

4 Youth Tech $329

5 Y Rembrandts $149

Counselor-In-Training (14-16 Yrs)

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a camp counselor? Do you have great ideas for crafts and games? Do you love working with younger children in an outdoor setting? Come and take the next step in your leadership journey and experience a new side of camp as a C.I.T. at Camp Cimarron. Registration includes CPR/First Aid training, weekly evaluations, C.I.T. shirt, entry into field trips, and volunteer credit hours. Applicants must be available Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm. Facemasks are recommended.

37375 BWS M-F 8am-4pm 37376 BWS M-F 8am-4pm

20 Staff 20 Staff

$99 $99

Sports & Adventure Camp (10-16 Yrs)

Love all sports and don’t want to settle with just playing one this summer? Want to journey through town participating in a fun variety of activities in various locations? Campers will have fun experiencing a variety of sports and activities, along with a visit to the pool. Who knows, you may actually learn a new sport you didn’t even know existed! Fee includes all equipment, instruction, and entry fees. Registration closes at NOON the Friday before each camp starts. Facemasks are recommended.

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972-941-7250

6/7 7/12

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CAMP LOCATIONS: Bob Woodruff Park South 3840 East Park Boulevard......................................................................972-941-5414 Carpenter Park Recreation Center 6701 Coit Road........................................................................................972-208-8087 Liberty Recreation Center 2601 Glencliff Drive................................................................................972-769-4234 Oak Point Recreation Center 6000 Jupiter Road...................................................................................972-941-7540 Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center 5801 West Parker Road..........................................................................972-769-4404


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