2016 Summer Camps for the Albany Area

From athletics and the outdoors to crafts and fines arts, Albany and Southwest Georgia have a large number of options for children and youth once the school year wraps up.

ALBANY ARTS COUNCIL

Gail Bale’s Summer 2016 Teen Art Camp for ages 13-18 has two sessions June 6-10 and 13-17, both 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Albany Area Arts Council, 215 N. Jackson St. Participants receive in-depth instruction and training in a variety of disciplines from professional artists through practice, lectures, projects and collaborative instruction; and explore media including drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture. Session cost includes art supplies. Per session week cost: $150, Arts Council members; $175, non-members. Scholarships available. Students bring lunch and dress in appropriate clothing. Contact (229) 439-ARTS (2787) or [email protected]. Visit www.albanyartscouncil.org or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AlbanyArtsCouncil.

ALBANY REC & PARKS

Albany Recreation & Parks Centers & Gyms Summer Program for ages 7-15 are May 23–July 29 (closed Memorial Day and Independence Day), Mondays-Fridays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Activities include indoor and outdoor sports, table games, arts & crafts, reading program, field day activities, guest speakers and more. Free lunch through the Seamless Summer Option May 31-July 15. Cost of program: Free. Locations: Bill Miller Community Center, 312 Vick St.; Carver Gym, 410 Mercer Ave.; Henderson Community Center, 701 Willard St.; Lockett Station Community Center, 324 Lockett Station Road; Turner Gym, 2301 George Ave. Contact Mildred Green, centers and gyms manager, at (229) 430-5222.

Fit 2 Be Me! Healthy Lifestyle Camp for ages 7–16 is May 23–July 29 (closed Memorial Day and week of July 4), Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Activities include arts & crafts, reading program, indoor and outdoor sports, guest speakers, community gardening and talent contests. Free lunch through the Seamless Summer Option May 31-July 15. Camp is at Carver Community Center, 1023 S. McKinley St. Cost: Free. Contact Linda Harris at (229) 430-5243

Summer Playground Program for ages 7–17 is May 31-July 15 (closed Independence Day), Mondays-Friday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Supervised playground program includes arts & crafts, games and outdoor activities. Free lunch offered through the Seamless Summer Option May 31-July 15. Program cost: Free. Locations are C.W. Heath Park, 1000 E. Maple Ave., and Gordon Sports Complex Playground, 800 Willie Pitts Road. Contact Christopher Campbell at (229) 430-5222

ALBANY STATE

BYE (Black Youth Entrepreneurship) Workshop is June 6-10 and acquaints high school students with entrepreneurship and building skills for personal growth and development. Open to high school students in the Southwest Georgia area, the program includes speakers, cultural and recreational activities, microcomputer exercises, classroom sessions and field trips. Cost: $40 non-refundable application fee. To apply, contact high school counselor or email Cynthia F. Bennett at [email protected].

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Girls Basketball Camp is 9 a.m. May 26-28 at ASU HPER Gym for participants on high school basketball teams. Cost: $150 per person. Contact Coach Robert Skinner at (229) 430-4754, (229) 430-4762 or (229) 430-3817.

J.W. Holley Summer Institute is June 5-July 1 for graduating high school seniors who plan to attend ASU in fall 2016 semester. Program is to strengthen participants’ academic skills. Cost: Free, but student must meet minimum academic requirements and may be required to cover cost of retesting to meet ISAT or COMPASS requirements. Contact Flo J. Hill, director, at (229) 430-4735 or [email protected], or Yolande Penn, coordinator, at (229) 430-3814 or [email protected].

National Summer Transportation Institute is June 1-30. Applications available from area high schools or from ASU Department of Criminal Justice, Psychology and Sociology. Purpose of the summer program is to expose minority high school students in grades 9-12 to career opportunities in transportation industry. Institute includes two weeks of robotics exercises and actual/real flight exercises at the Fulton Airport. Noon meals, snacks and hotel accommodations for field trips included. Contact Dr. Charles O. Ochie Sr., STI project director, at (229) 430-4864 or [email protected].

National Youth Sports Program (NYSP) Summer Camp is June 1-July 1 for ages 9-15. Camp is Mondays-Fridays 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Academic program consists of math, science and language arts. Daily activities include swimming, basketball, tennis, modern dance, flag football and kickball. Program at ASU HPER Gym provides two hot meals daily and a free physical for all participants. Cost: Free. Contact Coach Robert Skinner at (229) 430-4754, (229) 430-4762 or (229) 430-3817.

Science Will Amaze Them (SWAT) Team Summer Program is a June 6-July 14 research-based summer experience for high school juniors and seniors interested in a degree in biomedical sciences or mathematics. Program is Mondays-Thursdays 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Program introduces students to college life through participation in college preparatory course work and conducting research with ASU faculty. Application can be downloaded at www.asurams.edu/marc-bridge-program. Cost: Free. Contact Dr. Ashok Jani, director, at (229) 430-4817 or [email protected].

Solar Camp: Department of Natural & Forensic Sciences of Albany State University (ASU) will host a summer camp to expose middle and high school students to solar energy with sponsorship of Constellation Energy, an Exelon Company. Located at ASU’s BCB Building rooms 230-232, camp activities include Mondays: Basic study of solar cell & series/parallel operation, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., 3 p.m.-4 p.m., Solar cell Current/Voltage/Power measurement; Wednesday: 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Solar cell preparation from raw materials, part 1, 3 p.m.-4 p.m., Solar car assembly, part 1; Thursday, 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Solar cell preparation, part 2 and testing, 2 p.m.-4 p.m., Solar car assembly, part 2, and test run; Friday, reserved. Program week slots are May 23 and 30 and June 6, 13 and 20. A field trip to a solar plant in Camilla is scheduled 10 a.m. June 27. Contact Dr. Arun Saha at [email protected] or download application and mail to Dr. Arun Saha, Associate Professor, Physics, Albany State University, Albany, Ga. 31705.

ASU BASKETBALL

Albany State University Golden Rams Basketball Team Camp is at 2 p.m. June 3 and 9 a.m. June 4 at the university. High school and middle school teams visit the ASU campus and compete against teams from several states. Camp is combined with Georgia High School Association Basketball Officials Training Camp. Teams have option of staying and eating on campus. Camp cost: varsity team, $300; junior varsity, $200; middle school, $150.

Campus housing (two weeks notice required) is $12.50, single room; $25, double room. On-campus meals are $5.45, brunch; $6.42, dinner. Contacts: camp — Michael Moore at (229) 430-4756 or [email protected]; campus housing — Julia Hawkins at (229) 430-5124 or [email protected]; dining — Bevelia Allen at (229) 903-3631.

BYNE CHURCH

All Day Summer Camp for grades 1-6 is 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 13-17 at Byne Memorial Baptist Church, 2832 Ledo Road, Albany. Camp includes meal, snack and t-shirt. Register online at www.byne.org.

CAMP CHEHAW

Camp Chehaw is an overnight camping experience for boys and girls ages 8-14 with weeklong camps scheduled for June 12-18 and 19-25 and July 10-16, and four-day camps scheduled June 12-15 and 19-22 and July 6-9 and 10-13. Campers will participate in outdoor activities including archery, canoeing, hiking and survival skills, sleep in tee-pees and make behind-the-scenes trips to the Chehaw Zoo, which is AZA accredited. Cost: $425, full-week camp; $300, four-day camp ($50 discount if registering with a friend). Chehaw is located at 105 Chehaw Park Road, Albany. Contact (229) 430-5275 or visit www.chehaw.org.

CAMP WIREGRASS

Camp Wiregrass at the Georgia Museum of Agriculture and Historic Village at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton is for ages 4-11. The camps provide an interactive and educational environment, with each camp or workshop session offering age-appropriate activities and themes.

Munchkin Camp for ages 4-5 year-olds is May 31-June 3 8:30 a.m.-noon. Campers meet the local animal residents, go on wagon rides and explore the garden. Activities include cane pole fishing, wagon rides, gardening and “old-fashioned” chores. Cost: $60 (includes snack, t-shirt and supplies).

Wilderness 101 for ages 6-8 is June 13-17. Campers explore the forest and learn outdoor survival skills, build shelters, visit the Langdale Nature Center’s resident animals and learn basic orienteering skills. Cost: $110 (includes snack, t-shirt, supplies, afternoon water games; camper brings sack lunch).

Step Back in Time for ages 6-8 is June 27-July 1. Campers explore Georgia history from the early Native American to the late 19th century, participating in archery, cane pole fishing, historic baseball, wagon rides and traditional games. Cost: $110 (includes snack, t-shirt, supplies, afternoon water games; camper brings sack lunch).

Good Ole Days for ages 9-11 is June 20-24. Campers experience mid-1800s southern Georgia culture through activities such as wool processing, wagon rides, cane pole fishing and traditional games. Cost: $110 (includes snack, t-shirt, supplies, afternoon water games; camper brings sack lunch).

Victorian Adventures for girls ages 8-12 is June 6-10. Campers explore high society and the working class, learning how to host tea time, play games, cook a traditional 1800s meal and embroider. Week ends campers hosting afternoon tea for a special invited guest. Girls will need a clean, white shirt. Cost: $110 (includes snack, t-shirt, supplies, afternoon water games; camper brings sack lunch).

Contact Scott at (229) 391-5221 or at [email protected], or visit website www.abac.edu/museum/kids-camp. Discounts are available for siblings, ABAC employees and Friends of the Museum.

CENTER OF REFUGE

Center of Refuge’s Summer Reading & Tutorial Program for ages 4-12 is 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays May 31-July 15 at 811 W. highland Ave. Six-week program include tutorial programs on reading, math and writing with Georgia certified teacher on-site; field trips, break, lunch and afternoon snack, and t-shirt. Registration: $270, first child, $240, additional child through May 27; $330, first child, $300, additional child after May 27. Register online at www.faithandprayer.org. Contact Ontario Page at (229) 888-1147 or [email protected].

C.H.A.M.P.S.

Choosing Healthy Activities and Methods Promoting Safety (C.H.A.M.P.S.) Summer Program for boys and girls ages 8-14 is May 31-July 1. Camp is Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (regular day), 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (extended day).

Campers get diversity in recreation and education, including sessions on gang violence, peer influence, bullying, drugs, alcohol, and get to interact with law enforcement officials. Sponsored by the Dougherty County Sheriff’s Office and the Dougherty County School System Police Department, the camp is located at Southside Middle School, 1615 Newton Road.

Cost for camp per week: $35, regular day; $55, extended day. Open registrations are 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., May 7, Albany Mall; 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., May 14, East Albany Walmart; 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., May 21, Walgreens parking lot on North Slappey Boulevard; 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., outside the Albany-Dougherty Judicial Building, 225 Pine Ave. Contact Lt. Terron Hayes, camp director, at (229) 431-2169 or [email protected].

CHEHAW DAY CAMPS

Chehaw has an array of full- and half-day camps for children, with each camp including a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, a snack, Chehaw water bottle and T-shirt. Lunch can be purchased from Chehaw. After-camp care is available until 6 p.m. for $10 per day or $40 per week ($5 and $20 for Chehaw members). Discount of $75 for a camper registered to four camp sessions. To register for a camp week, contact (229) 430-3012 or visit www.chehaw.org.

Camp Splashdown for ages 4-12 is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 5-10 (cost: $135), 1 p.m.-4 p.m. July 5-8 (cost: $85), and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 11-15 (cost: $135). Campers explore how animals keep cool, even in extreme conditions.

Pirates of the Muckalee for ages 8-12 is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 13-17 and July 5-8, and includes canoe trip on the Muckalee Creek and overnight camping. Cost: $165.

Camp Carnivore for ages 5-12 is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 27-July 1 and July 25-29. Campers spend the week meeting carnivores such as cheetahs and alligators. Cost: $135.

Night Crawlers for ages 5-12 is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 25-29 and includes a special after-dark evening camp, a zoo dinner and optional overnight stay. Cost: $135.

Zoo Keepers 101 for ages 5-12 is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 30-June 3 (cost: $115); for ages 4-7 is 9 a.m.-noon, June 13-17 and July 5-8 (cost: $85), and for ages 5-12 is 9 a.m.-3 p.m., July 18-22 (cost: $135). Campers learn about the Chehaw animals and get behind-the-scenes looks at the zoo.

Winging It for ages 4-7 is 1 p.m.-4 p.m., June 13-17. Cost: $85. Campers learn about 15 different bird species at Chehaw, and identifying their behaviors and habitats.

Continental Creatures for ages 5-12 is 9 a.m.-3 p.m., June 20-24 and July 25-29. Cost: $135. Campers “visit” a different continent each day and learn about creatures native to each.

CUB SCOUTS

CSI: Cubs Scout Investigators for boys ages 6-11 (both registered and potential scouts) is 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. June 6-9 and 8 a.m.-noon June 10 at Camp Osborn Boy Scout Camp, 480 Camp Osborn Road, Sylvester. Early drop-off at 7:30 a.m. and late pick-up at 6 p.m. The camp is a Boy Scouts of America South Georgia Council, Chehaw District program. Parents must accompany boys age 6; volunteers with children ages 2 (potty-trained)-5 will have activities as well in the “Tot Lot”; girls ages 6-11 will be able to participate in a “Girl’s Den.”

The week will focus on solving a “crime,” with campers collecting clues from various activities each day. Activities include crafts, games and special guests. Campers bring sack lunches each day and should wear close-toed shoes and camp T-shirt Monday-Thursday.

Cost: $50 until May 14, includes one camp T-shirt (additional shirts $8 each); $60 after May 14. Visit: http://chdistrictdaycamp.wix.com/summer or contact [email protected].

DARTON STATE

Amber Miles Softball Day Camp for girls ages 6-14 is June 13-17 and 20-24, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., with extended day available until 5 p.m. Campers are taught fundamentals of hitting, throwing, fielding, catching and position play. Taught by head softball coach Amber Miles, her coaching staff and former Darton State College players. Campers bring sack lunch. Weekly Cost: $100 for camp (includes T-shirt); $150, camp and extended day (includes basketball, swimming, snacks and games). Located at Darton State College softball field. Contact (229) 317-6558 or visit http://cavs.darton.edu/camps.php.

Scot Hemmings Baseball Camp for boys and girls ages 5-12 is June 6-10, 13-17 and 20-24, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., with extended day available until 5 p.m. Individual instruction includes the fundamentals of pitching, catching, fielding and team play, with hitting a major part of practice each day. Campers should bring sack lunch, shoes, glove, bat, helmet and long pants. Weekly Cost: $100 for camp (includes T-shirt); $150, camp and extended day (includes basketball, swimming, snacks and games). Contact (229) 317-6558 or visit http://cavs.darton.edu/camps.php.

Soccer Camp is for boys and girls ages 5-12 June 13-16, 9 a.m.-noon with early drop-off at 8:30 a.m. Coaches Ken Veilands, Zlex Pickrell and other instructors teach technical and functional training for basic skills, position play, techniques, followed by match-related games. Cost: $85 (includes T-shirt). Contact (229) 317-6558 or visit http://cavs.darton.edu/camps.php.

DWS CAMPS

DWS Summer Camps are open to Deerfield-Windsor School students and to the community. Contact (229) 435-1301 or [email protected], or visit www.deerfieldwindsor.com.

Art Camp (Lower School) for rising 2nd-5th graders is 9 a.m.-noon, May 30-June 3 at the middle school art room. Campers will paint, draw and design. Cost: $100.

Art Camp (Middle School) for rising 6th-8th graders is 1 p.m.-4 p.m., May 30-June 3 at the middle school art room. Campers will paint, draw and design. Cost: $100.

Crazy 4 Girls Sports for girls who are rising 3rd-8th graders is 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (softball) and 12:30 p.m.-3 p.m. (basketball) June 14-16 at Grace Gym and the baseball field on the upper campus. Cost; $125, full day; $75, half day ($175 full day or $125 half day if family has two more more campers). Campers learn fundamentals of the sports and should bring a sack lunch.

Boys Basketball Camp for boys who are rising 3rd-6th graders is 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. June 21-23 at Grace Gym, upper campus. Campers will be taught ball-handling, passing and shooting skills. Cost: $75.

Youth Cheerleading Camp for rising 1st-8th graders is 9 a.m.-noon July 25-27 at Henry Gym, upper campus. Aspiring cheerleaders are taught cheers, chants, dances, jumps and techniques; week ends with pep rally.

Robotics for rising 5th-8th graders is 9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 13-17 and July 18-22 at the upper school. Campers work in teams and create. Cost: $195.

Boys Not Allowed for girls rising in 1st-5th grades is 1 p.m.-4 p.m., June 6-10 at the lower school. Campers engage in jewelry design, cookie and cupcake decorating, exercising, reading, fashion and other activities and crafts. Cost: $125.

Jr. Knight Football for rising 4th-8th graders is 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. July 19-21 at Webb Memorial Stadium. Coaching staff works with campers on fundamentals. Campers should bring cleats and tennis shoes. Cost: $75.

Middle School Back 2 School Boot Camp for rising 6th-8th graders is 10 a.m.-noon Aug. 1-3 at the Learning Support Center, upper campus. Campers learn strategies for studying, test preparation, organization and taking notes, and review math rules and work on reading comprehension. Cost: $75.

Knight Baseball School for rising 3rd-7th graders is 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. May 31-June 2 at the DWS baseball field. Coaches work with campers on fundamentals and position-specific training. Cost: $100.

Father/Son Rookie Baseball Camp for ages 4-8 and their fathers is 9 a.m.-noon, June 18 at the DWS baseball field. Focus is on basic skills, sportsmanship and teamwork. Cost: $30.

American Girl Camp for girls who are rising in 1st-5th grades is 9 a.m.-noon July 6-8 at the lower school campus. Campers explore crafts, music and games. Cost: $75.

Camp IgKnight for rising K5-2nd graders is 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. June 20-24 and for rising 3rd-5th graders is 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. July 11-15, both at the lower school. Campers experience activities, games, sports, field trips, crafts and enrichment in the sciences and arts. Snacks provided, but campers should bring sack lunch. Cost: $190 ($100 deposit is non-refundable).

Stages for Ages Drama Camp for rising 1st-6th graders is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 18-22 at the lower school multiplex. Campers learn about drama, makeup, dance and other aspects of theater. Campers should bring sack lunch and drink. Cost: $175.

AJ’s Summer Soccer Academy for K5-4th graders is 9 a.m.-noon, June 13-16 and for 5th-8th graders is 4 p.m.-7 p.m., June 13-16. Campers grouped according to age and experience. Campers should bring ball, shin guards, snack, water bottle and sunscreen. Cost: $90.

Driver’s Ed is 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. May 31-June 3 and June 7-10. Participants learn the fundamentals of safe, responsible driving from instructors who are certified with the Georgia Department of Driver’s Services. Cost: $200.

FAR HORIZONS

Far Horizons Montessori School Summer Camp for ages 2-9 is June 6-July 22. Activities include arts & crafts, yoga, song and dance, spatial engineering, dramatic arts, active play and exercise, reading enrichment, and Friday pizza lunch and water play. Special events include Super Heroes, Princesses & Sorcerers, with campers creating superhero identities; Disguises & Transformers, change identity through fanciful hats, masks and paper crafts, and Fairy Tale Theater, music, drama, costuming and crafts. Bi-weekly camp is available upon request. Location is 613 Pointe North Blvd., Albany. Visit www.FarHorizonsSchool.com or contact (229) 438-0192.

GIRLS INC.

The Girls Inc. Highly eSTEAMed Summer of Innovation Camp for girls ages 6-18 is 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. May 31- July 15 at 701 Park Place. program is designed to help campers develop enthusiasm for and skills in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) through hands-on activities and field trips. Campers interact with professional women and men currently in STEAM careers. The camp also aimed to encourage girls to develop higher self-esteem, make healthy choices and build character. Tuition includes local field trips, swimming lessons, t-shirt, bag, breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Payment plans are available. Contact (229) 435-1897 or visit www.girlsincalbany.org.

KICKIN’ IT KARATE

Kickin’ It Camp Karate is for boys and girls ages 6-12 at Brunson Martial Arts, 2610 Dawson Road, Albany. Cost: $90 per week for the camp only and snack (8 a.m.-noon Mondays-Thurdays); $120 per week for extended day program with two snacks and lunch (7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays-Fridays). Choose weeks you want to attend.

Weekly camps are Kids Fit, June 6-9; Kata training, June 13-16; Ninja warrior training, June 20-23; Grappling, June 27-30; Kids Fit, July 11-14; Sparring, July 18-21; Jedi/ninja warrior training, fear factor, board breaking, olympic dodgeball, July 25-28. July 5-8 is extended-day with no camp. Campers need water bottle and towel every week; shorts and t-shirt (Kid Fit weeks), full Gi (Kata and grappling weeks), mouthpiece and sports cup for boys (grappling and sparring weeks) and sparring gear (sparring week). Contact Graylon Brunson at (229) 449-5348 or [email protected].

KING’S KIDS

The King’s Kids Production Company in partnership with Sherwood Christian Academy is offering two drama camps for children and youth in grades 1-9.

The Emperor’s New Clothes is 1 p.m.-4:30 p.m. June 13-17.

Willy Wonka Jr. is 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 18-22.

Both camps are at Sherwood Christian Academy, 1418 Old Pretoria Road. Camp includes script, listening CD and show T-shirt. Each camp week ends with a performance for family and friends.

Each camp is $140, with a $25 non-refundable deposit at time of audition. Auditions are 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m., May 5-6 and 10 a.m.-noon, May 7 at Sherwood Christian Academy. Makeup auditions may be scheduled by appointment. Contact Vickie Knuckles, (229) 883-5677

LEA HENRY BASKETBALL CAMP

Lea Henry Basketball Team Camp is June 10-11 at Cavalier Arena on the Darton State College campus. Participating teams engage in two days of competition, with each team playing three games per day officiated by qualified high school officials. Four games on the hour played under one roof. Fee: $350 ($100 deposit due May 1). Contact Coach Lea Henry at (404) 556-2302 or [email protected], or Coach Natalie Wilkinson at (864) 940-3446 or [email protected].

LEA HENRY CAMP OF CHAMPS

Lea Henry’s 31st annual Basketball Camp of Champs has two weeks: July 11-14 at Deerfield-Windsor Upper School and July 18-21 at the Darton State College Cavalier Arena. Full-day camp for ages 7-18 boys and girls are 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Half-day camp for ages 5-6 is 9 a.m.-noon. Campers bring sack lunches each day.

Goal is to help players of all abilities improve on the fundamentals of the game. Campers will be divided into groups based on age and ability. The fundamentals of passing, dribbling and shooting, as well as both individual and team offensive and defensive strategies, will be covered by camp staff.

Cost: Full-day camp is $150 per camp or $250 for both; half-day camp is $100 per camp or $150 for both camps.

Contact: Coach Lea Henry at (404) 556-2302 or [email protected], or Coach Natalie Wilkinson at (864) 940-3446 or [email protected]. Visit http://cavs.darton.edu/camps.php.

MT. ZION CHURCH

Mt. Zion Baptist Church of Albany has two summer programs June 6-July 14. Both are Mondays-Thursdays at the church’s 1905 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. location.

Summer Enrichment Program for grades K-12 reinforces reading, math and writing skills.

Youth Academy for Boys for boys 9-14 has 50 slots available.

Contact Brian M. Jones at [email protected] for an application.

NEW VISIONS

New Visions Community Development Affordable Summer Program for ages 5-13 is May 31–July 21, 2016. Camp is Mondays–Fridays 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; extended day until 5:30 p.m. Camp offers academic enrichment, sports and recreation, life skills, field trips and meals. Registration is $50 per child, due with application. Camp fee: $400 per child (GACAPS accepted). Extended day fee: $15 per week. Camp location is 1506 S. Slappey Blvd. Contact: (229) 436-7707 or [email protected].

RIVERQUARIUM/THRONATEESKA

Adventures in Science and Nature series includes four separate, themed camps. Registration, drop-off and pick-up will occur at the Flint RiverQuarium, and campers will visit Thronateeska Heritage Center each camp day, usually in the afternoons. Campers at each of the camps should bring a sack lunch each day.

Water, Water Everywhere! for ages 5-6 is May 31-June 3, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Campers explore all of the uses of water, where it can be found, who on Earth uses it and how to conserve it. Cost: Members, $110; non-members $120

STEAM Summer Camp for ages 9-12 is June 6-10, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Campers explore science, technology, engineering, arts and math. Cost: Members, $130; nonmembers, $140.

Geology Rocks! for ages 6-9 is June 13-17, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Campers take a walk through Geologic Time and explore all of the geologic wonders around the globe. Cost: Members, $130; non-members, $140.

Deep Spaces for ages 9-12 is June 20-24, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Campers travel deep into the ocean at the Flint RiverQuarium looking for creatures that are rumored to be there, then will blast off into space in the Thronateeska Heritage Center’s Wetherbee Planetarium. Cost: Members, $130; non-members, $140.

Contact Melissa Martin at (229) 639-2650 or [email protected], or visit http://flintriverquarium.com/participate/summer-camps.

SHERWOOD CHURCH

Sherwood Baptist Church has two camps available this summer.

KidzBlast Vacation Bible School for boys and girls grades K-5th (completed) is 8 a.m.-noon June 27-July 1 at the church. Activities include crafts, storytime, worship, games, inflatables and snack time. Cost: Free. To register your child, visit www.sherwoodbaptist.net/kidzblast.

WinShape Camp for boys and girls of all elementary ages is 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. June 6-10 at Sherwood Christian Academy. Campers can choose activities including crafts, basketball, cheerleading, archery, fast food, dance, flag football, gymnastics, Instanews, musical theater, under construction, painting, Secret Ops, soccer, wacky science and more! Cost: $204. To register for WinShape Camp, visit www.sherwoodbaptist.net/winshape.

SOCIAL ADVENTURES

Social Adventures, a summer group experience for ages 3-21 who have autism spectrum disorders and other related disabilities who demonstrate social challenges, is June 1-17, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Children participating in this program will have the opportunity to learn appropriate social skills through a variety of interactive games, language and sensory activities in a fun, small group setting. Newly acquired skills will be put into practice through a series of community outings. Cost: $400. Camp is at the Advocates for Autism Resource Center, 119 Main St., Dawson., Ga. 39842. Registration is May 2-6. Contact Lisa Perry at (229) 869-2326 or [email protected].

SOUNDS OF JOY

Sounds of Joy Performing Arts Program for ages 11 and older is June 6-10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The camp offers workshops in theater, dance and music. Location is 716 Pine Ave., Albany. Registration Fee: $30. Visit www.soundsofjoyperformingarts.com or contact (229) 296-6713.

STAR K HORSEBACK

Star K Equestrian Center Horseback Riding Camp for ages 8 and older is June 6-10, 9 a.m.-noon. Campers are taught riding skills, psychology of horses, grooming, first aid, nutrition, horse breeds, styles of riding, horse management, teamwork and safety. Cost: $165. Instructor is Norma Karst, professional trainer. Star K is located at 210 Long Dirt Road, Leesburg. Contact (229) 434-1263.

STONEHAVEN STABLES

Stonehaven Stables Summer Camp is from Memorial Day until the start of the 2016-17 school year, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. with early drop-off permitted. Campers learn about horses and ponies, their care, grooming, tacking up and riding. Campers bring sack lunches. Activities include games, crafts and swim days. Campers must wear sturdy shoes with a heel; protective headgear is required and furnished. Stonehaven is at 2816 Palmyra Road, Leesburg. Contact Carol Rathel at (229) 438-9043 or [email protected].

YMCA SUPER SUMMER

YMCA Camp Super Summer for ages 5-7 is at the Central Facility, 1701 Gillionville Road, and for ages 8-14 is at the Sports Park, 4508 Gillionville Road, May 23-July 29. Day camp is Mondays-Fridays 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Camp offers swimming, sports, crafts, games, field trips, diabetes awareness and prevention, education and special events.

The Albany Area YMCA offers financial assistance to those in need.

Contact (229) 436-0531.

Lee County

Summer Theater Camp For Kids ages 6-13 is at Lee County High School, from June 20-17 and June 27-30 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Camp offers study in acting, singing and dancing, with a performance of “School House Rock” on June 30.

Registration fee is $135 with discounts for multiple siblings.

Contact (229) 903-2297.