ADVENTURE TIME: Metro Albany area summer camps

ALBANY — Welcome to The Albany Herald’s annual preview of camps that are scheduled for the metro Albany area this spring and summer. Our thanks to the organizations that submitted their information, making this the most comprehensive listing of area camps available. Camps are listed alphabetically.

AJ’s Summer Soccer Academy

WHO: Director, Aly Joslin

WHEN: June 12-15, 9 a.m.-noon, K5-4th grades; June 12-15, 4 p.m.-7 p.m., 5th-8th grades

WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor School

ABOUT THE CAMP: The DWS Soccer coaching staff, players and various high level coaches instruct groups based on age and experience.

FEE: $90

CONTACT: Joslin at [email protected]

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Albany State University Academy for Future Teachers

WHEN: June 12-30, 8:30 a.m.–noon

WHERE: ASU, 504 College Drive

AGES: Grades 9-12

ABOUT THE CAMP: An intensive summer program designed for students considering a career in science and/or math education. Students collaborate with teachers and other university personnel to develop lessons and assessments based on their exposure to science, technology, engineering and math content. Students have the opportunity to teach at least one lesson to real students and to explore learning during various field experiences that supplement classroom instruction. In addition to math and science learning opportunities, students also receive SAT/ACT test preparation and writing support.

COST: Free to selected participants

CONTACT: [email protected]

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Albany State University Solar Camp

WHEN: Five program slots: June 5-9; June 12-16; June 19-23; June 26-30; July 3-7

WHERE: ASU, 504 College Drive

AGES: Middle and high school students

ABOUT THE CAMP: ASU Department of Chemistry & Forensic Science exposes middle and high school students to solar energy with sponsorship of Constellation Energy – an Exelon Company.

FEE: No fee but application required

CONTACT: Dr. Arun Saha, Associate Professor, Physics & Pre Engineering, (229) 430-4816, [email protected]

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Amazing Animals & Planes, Trains & Submarines

WHERE: Flint RiverQuarium and Thronateeska Heritage Center

WHEN: June 5-9

AGES: 5-7 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Spend half the day exploring the amazing animals of the RiverQuarium, then head over to Thronateeska and discover all the ways of transportation.

FEE: Members, $130; nonmembers $140

CONTACT: (229) 639-2650 or (229) 432-6955

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Amazon Adventure

WHO: Chehaw

WHERE: 105 Chehaw Park Road

WHEN: June 19-23 and July 17-21, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

AGES: 5-12 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Journey through the planet’s largest rain forest, dive into the world’s biggest river and meet many amazing animals only found in the Amazon.

FEE: $135, week

CONTACT: (229) 430-3012 or visit www.chehaw.org.

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Amber Miles Youth Softball Camp

WHERE: Albany State University West Campus softball field

WHEN: June 12-16, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. extended day

AGES: 6-12 years

FEE: $100, camp; $150, camp plus extended day

ABOUT THE CAMP: Fundamentals of hitting, throwing, fielding, catching and individual position play with ASU Softball Head Coach Amber Miles, coaching staff, and current and former ASU softball players. Extended day includes games, swimming, snacks. Extended day campers should bring lunch.

CONTACT: Assistant Coach Harley Roller-Kashman, [email protected], (229) 317-6982

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American Girl Doll Camp

WHO: Director, Heather Yeiser

WHEN: July 17-21, 9 a.m.-noon

WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor Lower School

AGES: Rising K5-3rd grades

ABOUT THE CAMP: Bring your favorite American Girl doll (or a favorite doll) and enjoy a summer camp filled with crafts, games, manners, snacks, a tea party and a pajama party. Each child will come home with handmade items for their doll. Snack and craft fee included.

FEE: $125

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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Around the World Soccer Camp

WHO: Albany Area YMCA

WHEN: June 5–9

WHERE: Lee Branch YMCA and the YMCA Sports Park

AGES: 3-16 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: GPS Georgia Soccer Camp.

FEE: N/A

CONTACT: www.gps-georgia.com/summer

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Art Camp

WHO: Henrietta Ladson

WHEN: July 24-28, 9 a.m.-noon for rising 2nd-5th grades; July 24-28, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. for rising 6th-8th grades

WHERE: Deefield-Windsor Lower School Art Room

FEE: $100

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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Boys Basketball Camp

WHO: Directors, Jeff Eubanks and Jo Kimbrel

WHEN: June 27-29, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m

WHERE: Grace Gym, Deerfield-Windsor Upper Campus

AGES: Rising 3rd-6th grades

ABOUT THE CAMP: Focus on the fundamentals of basketball and become a better player.

FEE: $75

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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British Soccer Camp

WHO: Albany Area YMCA

WHEN: July 24-28

WHERE: YMCA Sports Park

AGES: 3-18 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Speed, agility, passing, control, juggling, dribbling and shooting taught by dynamic British coaches.

CONTACT: www.challengersports.com

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BYE (Black Youth in Entrepreneurship) Workshop.

WHEN: June 5-8

WHERE: Albany State University East Campus

AGES: Rising 9th-12th graders under age 18 in ASU’s 24-county service area

ABOUT THE CAMP: In-residence program for students interested in small business ownership and management. Personal development and career planning also stressed. The workshop will provide role models, cultural and recreational activities, microcomputer exercises, classroom sessions, and a minority-owned business field trip.

FEE: $50 application fee

CONTACTS: Cynthia F. Bennett, BYE Director, (229) 430-4772, [email protected]; or Cakeitha Harris Perry, Department Secretary (229) 439-4772, [email protected]

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Camp ARROW

WHEN: June 4-9

WHERE: Camp Tygart near Ray City

AGES: 7-14 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Weeklong residential camp is for children with multiple disabilities. Typical activities include swimming, music, arts and crafts, and activities. Activities are designed to promote physical and cognitive growth as well as entertain.

FEE: $350

CONTACT: Visit www.camparrow.org

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Camp Carnivore

WHO: Chehaw

WHEN: June 26-30, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; July 10-14, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

WHERE: 105 Chehaw Park Road

AGES: 5-12 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Meet the critters at the top of Chehaw’s food chain.

FEE: $135, June; $85, July

CONTACT: (229) 430-3012 or visit www.chehaw.org.

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Camp Chehaw

WHO: Chehaw

WHEN: Full weeks, June 12-18, 19-25 and July 10-16; 4-day, June 12-15, 19-22, July 6-9 and 10-13

WHERE: 105 Chehaw Park Road

AGES: 8-14 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Overnight campers participate in outdoor activities including canoeing, archery, nature hikes, survival skills, get behind-the-scenes experiences at the zoo and get to sleep in tepees.

COSTS & FEES: $425, full week; $300, 4-day

CONTACT: (229) 430-5275 or visit chehaw.org

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Camp IgKnight

WHO: Director, Kimberly Williams

WHEN: June 19-23, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (ends noon Friday)

AGES: Rising 1st-3rd Grades

WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor Lower School

ABOUT THE CAMP: Activities, sports and games, field trips, crafts, as well as enrichment in science and the arts. Campers need to bring their own lunch each day. Snacks will be provided.

FEE: $190 (non-refundable $100 deposit required)

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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Camp Kindergarten

WHO: Director, Mandy Phillips

WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor Lower School

WHEN: June 26-30, 9 a.m.-noon

AGES: Rising K5 Students

ABOUT THE CAMP: Students will participate in making a variety of arts and crafts, learning songs and having fun. Snack will be provided.

FEE: $125

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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Camp Splashdown

WHO: Chehaw

WHEN: June 5-9, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.; June 12-16, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

WHERE: 105 Chehaw Park Road

AGES: June 5 week, 4-7 years; June 12 week, 5-12 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Learn how animals manage to keep cool even in the most extreme conditions.

FEE: June 5 week, $85; June 12 week, $135

CONTACT: (229) 430-3012 or visit www.chehaw.org.

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Centers & Gyms Summer Program

WHO: Albany Recreation & Parks

WHEN: June 5-July 14, weekdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (ages 7-14) and 2:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. (ages 15-17)

WHERE: Bill Miller Community Center, 312 Vick St.; Carver Gym, 410 Mercer Ave.; Lockett Station Community Center, 324 Lockett Station Road; Henderson Community Center, 701 Willard Ave.

ABOUT THE CAMP: Basic Info — Activities will include exercise programs, guest speakers, sports, table games, reading program and more. Meals will be provided through the DCSS under the Seamless Summer Program for eligible participants.

FEE: Free

CONTACT: Ruby Byrd at (229) 430-5222

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Christmas in July

WHO: The Clay Spot

WHEN: July 17-20, 9 a.m.-noon for 7-10 years; 1 p.m.-4 p.m., 11 and older

ABOUT THE CAMP: Materials and snacks provided. Campers decorate cookies, make ornaments, have a snowball fight, paint a Cookies for Santa plate.

FEE: $80, ages 7-10; $95, 11 and older

CONTACT: (229) 446-2229

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Code It!

WHO: Director, Adrienne Hill

WHEN: May 30-June 2, 9 a.m.-noon

AGES: Rising 3rd-5th grade

WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor Upper School Media Center

ABOUT THE CAMP: Introduction to programming and video game design and creation.

FEE: $120

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Crazy 4 Girls Sports

WHO: Directors, Jo Kimbrel and Jeff Eubanks

WHEN: June 20-22, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (softball); 12:30 p.m.-3 p.m. (basketball)

AGES: Rising 3rd-8th Grades

WHERE: Grace Gym and baseball field, Deerfield-Windsor Upper Campus

ABOUT THE CAMP: Campers learn fundamentals of softball and basketball. Campers who attend the full-day camp need to bring a sack lunch and drink.

FEE: $125 full day/$75 half day (Family of two or more campers, $175 full day/$125 half day)

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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CSI Camp

WHERE: Flint RiverQuarium and Thronateeska Heritage Center

WHEN: June 19-23

AGES: 8-12 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Explore the mysteries of the animal kingdom and delve into the hows and whys of animal life cycles.

FEE: Members, $130; nonmembers $140

CONTACT: (229) 639-2650 or (229) 432-6955

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Danceline Camp

WHO: Director: Jennifer Walden

WHEN: June 5-9, 9 a.m.-noon

AGES: Rising K5-5th Grades

WHERE: Henry Gym, Deerfield-Windsor Upper Campus

ABOUT THE CAMP: Learn dance routines from the DWS Varsity Danceline that focus on technique, basic skills and choreography, including hip-hop, kick line and line dancing.

FEE: $100

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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DG Gathering Summer Camp

WHO: Downtown Game & Gathering

WHEN: May 29-July 21 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

WHERE: 208 S. Jackson St., Suite A, Albany

AGES: 6-12 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Game room with PlayStation, XBox and Wii games and consoles, arcade basketball and air hockey games.

COSTS & FEES: N/A

CONTACT: N/A

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Driver’s Ed

WHO: Directors, Allen Lowe and Gordy Gruhl

WHEN: Session I, May 30-June 2; Session II, June 5-8, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor School

FEE: $200

ABOUT THE CAMP: Prepares students with fundamentals to become a safe and responsible driver. Course and instructors are certified with the Georgia Department of Driver’s Services.

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301

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Elite College Camp Schedule

WHEN: June 30, 5 p.m.-8 p.m.; July 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; July 2, 9 a.m.-noon

WHERE: Albany State University, 2400 Gillionville Road

AGES: 14-18 years

FEE: $120

CONTACT: Jacqueline Nicholson, (229) 430-1364, [email protected]

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Fight or Flight on the Flint!

WHEN: June 26-30

WHERE: Flint RiverQuarium and Thronateeska Heritage Center

AGES: 13-15 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Campers learn the Flint River’s history, geology, geography and wildlife while getting up-close looks at some specimens that call the river home. Campers learn key tips of survival in the South, and at the end of the week take a boat on the river.

FEE: Members, $130; nonmembers $140

CONTACT: (229) 639-2650 or (229) 432-6955

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Fit 2 Be Me Healthy Lifestyle Camp

WHO: Albany Recreation & Parks

WHEN: June 5-July 14, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., weekdays

WHERE: Carver Community Center, 1023 S. McKinley St.

AGES: 7 -16 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: This healthy lifestyle camp will include arts & crafts, sports, fitness program, reading program, community gardening and guest speakers. Meals will be provided through the DCSS under the Seamless Summer Program for eligible participants.

FEE: Free

CONTACT: Linda Harris at (229) 430-5222 or (229) 430-5243

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Freaky Food Science

WHEN: July 10-14

WHERE: Flint RiverQuarium and Thronateeska Heritage Center

AGES: 8-12 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Explore the science of food by cooking up a feast full of experiments.

FEE: Members, $130; nonmembers $140

CONTACT: (229) 639-2650 or (229) 432-6955

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Fun with Emojis

WHO: The Clay Spot

WHEN: June 12-15, 9 a.m.-noon for 7-10 years; 1 p.m.-4 p.m., 11 and older

ABOUT THE CAMP: Materials and snacks provided. Campers make Emoji keychain, plate or box, mask, coasters, magnets.

FEE: $80, ages 7-10; $95, 11 and older

CONTACT: (229) 446-2229

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Gail Bales’ 3rd annual Teen Art Camp

WHO: Albany Area Arts Council

WHEN: Session 1, June 5-9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; session 2, June 12-16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

WHERE: 215 N. Jackson St.

AGES: 13-18 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Students will explore a variety of photographic techniques, including basic functions of the 35 mm SLR digital camera and Adobe Photoshop, as well as alternative processes. Students will be introduced to pinhole photography and working in a darkroom. Instructors: Charles Williams, professor of painting and drawing, Albany State University; Abigail Bellard, assistant professor of photography and graphics at ASU, and Tim Bellard MFA in graphic design from Vermont College of Fine Arts.

FEES: $150 per session, AAAC members; $175 per session, non-members

CONTACT: (229) 439-2787 or albanyartscouncil.org

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Girls Inc. Highly eSTEAMed Summer Camp

WHO: Girls Inc. of Albany

WHEN: June 5-July 14, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

WHERE: 701 Park Place

AGES: Girls ages 6-18 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Girls ages 6 to 18 will have the opportunity to explore interactive activities and careers in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Mathematics. The summer enrichment courses will also encourage girls to develop higher self-esteem, make healthy choices and build character. Tuition includes local field trips, sports activities, Girls Inc. T-shirt, bag, breakfast, lunch and snacks.

FEES: $35, registration; $375, early bird; $425, after May 17. Payment plans are available.

CONTACT: (229) 435-1897 or visit www.girlsincalbany.org

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HBCU-UP Summer Program

WHEN: June 26-July 21

WHERE Albany State University, 504, College Drive

AGES: ASU new freshmen STEM students

ABOUT THE CAMP: Summer program for newly admitted freshmen students who’ve declared STEM majors. Students will receive $1,000 stipend.

CONTACT: Scott Pierce, program manager, (229) 430-6117, [email protected], or Dr. Seyed Roosta, Chair, Math & Computer Science, (229) 430-4885, [email protected]

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Jazz Dance Camp

WHEN: June 12-16, 9 a.m.-noon

WHERE: Albany State University, 134 W. 11th Ave., Cordele

AGES: 8-12 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Participants receive instruction from Elizabeth Delancy

FEE: $75

CONTACT: Elizabeth Delancy or Wendy Wilson, (229) 317-6553, [email protected] or [email protected]

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Jr. Knight Football

WHO: Director, Allen Lowe

WHEN: July 18-20, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

WHERE: Webb Memorial Stadium

AGES: Rising 4th-8th Grades

ABOUT THE CAMP: DWS football staff teach Jr. Knights the fundamentals of the game in a friendly, competitive environment while emphasizing good sportsmanship.

FEE: $75

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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Junior Artist

WHO: The Clay Spot

WHEN: June 19-22, 9 a.m.-noon for 7-10 years; 1 p.m.-4 p.m., 11 and older

ABOUT THE CAMP: Materials and snacks provided. Campers learn from masters and complete projects based on their unique styles.

FEE: $80, ages 7-10; $95, 11 and older

CONTACT: (229) 446-2229

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Just Beachy

WHO: The Clay Spot

WHEN: June 5-8, 9 a.m.-noon for 7-10 years; 1 p.m.-4 p.m., 11 and older

ABOUT THE CAMP: Materials and snacks provided. Painting with bubbles & shaving cream, baking soda dough sea art, shell painting, treasure hunt plus treasure chest making, water games.

FEE: $80, ages 7-10; $95, 11 and older

CONTACT: (229) 446-2229

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Knight Baseball School

WHO: Director, Jonathan Davis

WHEN; May 30-June 1, 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m;

WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor baseball field

AGES: Rising 3rd-7th grades

ABOUT THE CAMP: Instruction from the DWS baseball coaching staff and members of the 2016 state championship team focusing on fundamentals of the game.

FEE: $100

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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Lea Henry Basketball Camp of Champs for Boys and Girls

WHO: Lea Henry

WHEN: Session 1, July 10-13; session 2, July 17-20; times both weeks, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., ages 7-18 years; 9 a.m.-noon, ages 5-6 years

WHERE: Session 1, Deerfield-Windsor School; session 2, Albany State University West Campus

ABOUT THE CAMP: Campers of all ages and ability levels are taught basketball fundamentals. Full-day campers should bring sack lunch.

FEES: 7-18: $150 per session, $250 both sessions; 5-6, $100, one session, $150 both sessions

CONTACT: (404) 556-2302 or [email protected]

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Lower School Back-2-School Boot Camp

WHO: Director, Kristin Pierce

WHEN July 31-Aug. 2, 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

WHERE: Learning Support Center, Deerfield-Windsor Lower School

AGES: Rising 3rd-5th grades

ABOUT THE CAMP: This camp is designed to help students get back into the school routine.

Cost: $75

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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Mad Scientist

WHO: The Clay Spot

WHEN: June 26-29, 9 a.m.-noon for 7-10 years; 1 p.m.-4 p.m., 11 and older

ABOUT THE CAMP: Materials and snacks provided. Erupting art, painting with magnets, slime making, rainbow paper, pottery painting.

FEE: $80, ages 7-10; $95, 11 and older

CONTACT: (229) 446-2229

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Middle School Back-2-School Boot Camp

WHO: Director, Jennifer Walden

WHEN: July 31-Aug. 2, 10 a.m.-noon

WHERE: Learning Support Center, Deerfield-Windsor Upper School

AGES: Rising 6th-8th grades

ABOUT THE CAMP: Boot Camp covers strategies to help master the art of studying and preparing for middle school: getting organized, taking good notes and studying effectively. Campers will also review math integer rules and applications as well as reading comprehension.

FEE: $75

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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National Summer Transportation Institute

WHO: Albany State University

WHEN: June 1-30

WHERE: ASU, 504 College Drive, Criminal Justice Hartnett Hall, Room 104

AGES: Rising 9th-12th graders

ABOUT THE CAMP: Designed to create awareness and stimulate interest in opportunities that exist in the transportation industry. Curriculum includes highway design, transportation of people and cargo, intermodalism, laws, regulations, safety and career opportunities. Students participate in computer training, academic enhancement activities, field trips and student projects.

COST: Free, application packet must be completed

CONTACT: Charles O. Ochie, project director, (229) 430-4864, [email protected]

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Nature’s Nasties

WHO: Chehaw

WHEN: June 12-16 and July 24-28, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

WHERE: 105 Chehaw Park Road

AGES 5-12 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Spend the week learning and experiencing all the gross and weird things animals do to survive.

FEE: $135 per week

CONTACT: (229) 430-3012 or visit www.chehaw.org.

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No Boys Allowed

WHO: Director, Kristin Pierce

WHEN: June 12-15, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

AGES: Rising 1st-5th grades

WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor Lower School

ABOUT THE CAMP: Each day focuses on different hobbies through activities and crafts. Campers have fun with jewelry design, cookie and cupcake decorating, exercising, reading, fashion, crafts.

FEE: $125

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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Pirates of the Muckalee

WHO: Chehaw

WHEN: June 5-9 and July 10-14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

WHERE: 105 Chehaw Park Road

AGES: 8-12 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Meet many of the creatures, mythical and real, that pirates encountered on their long journeys. Includes a canoe trip and overnight camp-out on Thursday night.

CONTACT: (229) 430-3012 or visit www.chehaw.org.

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Pre-K Readiness Summer Program

WHEN: May 30-July 14, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m

WHERE: ASU Early Learning Center, 504 College Drive

AGES: 4 years old by Sept. 1

ABOUT THE CAMP: Prepare children for entry into the Pre-K Program for the upcoming school year

COST: $95, week/$60, registration fee

CONTACT: Angelyn Lincey, (229) 430-2792, [email protected]

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Rockin’ in the USA

WHO: Albany Area YMCA

WHEN: Begins May 30, weekdays, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

WHERE: YMCA Central Facility, YMCA Sports Park, and Amazing Grace Church on Ledo Road

AGES: 5-14 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Activities include swimming, learning, crafts, games, sports. Breakfast and lunch included.

FEE: N/A

CONTACT: (229) 436-0531

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Robotics

WHO: Director, Sherri Stone

WHEN: June 26-30, 9 a.m.-noon

WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor Upper School Media Center

AGES: Rising 3rd-7th grades

ABOUT THE CAMP: Campers work in teams, experiment and create with VEX Robotics platform.

FEE: $150

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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Scot Hemmings Baseball Camp

WHEN: June 12-16 and 19-23; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or extended camp until 5 p.m.

WHERE: Albany State University West Campus on Gillionville Road

ABOUT THE CAMP: A full week of baseball with Scot Hemmings at sixth annual camp taught by qualified camp staff.

FEE: $100, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; $150, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; registration required

CONTACT: Scot Hemmings at (706) 593-7975 or (706) 888-4027

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Sherwood Christian Academy Drama Camp

WHO: Director, Vickie Knuckles

WHEN: June 19-23, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., grades 1-9; July 17-21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., all ages

WHERE: Sherwood Academy, 1418 Old Pretoria Road

ABOUT THE CAMP: Designed to give students a positive theater experience in a Christ-centered environment. June camp will perform “Dear Edwina Jr.” July session is “The Music Man Jr.” Audition are 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m. May 4-5 and 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. May 6.

FEES: $25 non-refundable deposit; $140 each session

CONTACT: Vickie Knuckles at (229) 883-5677, (229) 347-9818 or [email protected]

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Splishin’ and a Splashin’

WHO: Albany Area YMCA

WHEN: Starts May 30, weekdays, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

WHERE: Easter Seals facility, 1906 Palmyra Road

AGES: 5-17 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Inclusive Summer Camp for campers with special needs and their siblings, includes swimming, learning, crafts, games, sports.

FEES: N/A, financial assistance available

CONTACT: (229) 436.0531

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Stages for Ages Drama Camp

WHO: Director, Lindsey Stewart

WHEN: June 26-30, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor Lower School Multiplex

AGES: Rising 1st-6th grades

ABOUT THE CAMP: Campers learn what it takes to put on a theatrical masterpiece. Campers will perform in a production the last day of camp. Campers need to bring a sack lunch and drink.

FEE: $175

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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Stonehaven Stables Summer Camp

WHO: Stonehaven Stables

WHEN: Weekly sessions beginning May 29; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

WHERE: 2816 Palmyra Road, Leesburg

AGES: 5-16 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Campers learn about grooming and saddling horses as well as riding. Also games, arts and crafts, and some swimming. Campers bring their lunch and wear shoes with a heel.

FEES: $75 per week

CONTACT: (229) 438-9043 or [email protected]

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Summer Camp

WHO: Far Horizons Montressori School

WHEN: June 5-July 20

WHERE: 613 Pointe North Blvd.

AGES: 2-9 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Sessions include Monster Mania, with dance, music, song and creation of colorful masks; Rain Forest Retreat, with food, games and papier mache creatures; Paleontology for Kids, with music, arts, dinosaur costumes and a scavenger dig. Biweekly camp available upon request.

FEES: N/A

CONTACT: (229) 438-0192 or visit www.farhorizonsschool.com

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Summer Camp Program

WHO: PREP Academy of Learning

WHEN: May 31-July 21; 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. weekdays

WHERE: 1124 Dawson Road, Albany

AGES: 5-8 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Academic focus — ELA and math; recreational activities — arts and crafts, swimming, outside play, games, field trips, cheerleading, dance, basketball

COSTS & FEES: Registration: $50, non-refundable; $95, week/$760, summer

CONTACT: Monica Henderson at (229) 869-8753 or [email protected]

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Summer Enrichment Program

WHO: Boys & Girls Clubs of Albany

WHEN: May 30-July 21, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays (9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Lipsey/Pate Homes Unit)

AGES: 6-12 years

WHERE: Jane Willson Unit, 1012 Holloway Ave., (229) 420-5580; Jefferson Street Unit, 1309 N. Jefferson St., (229) 435-2546; The Club at Thornton Park, 210 Thornton Drive, (229) 883-2332; Lipsey/Pate Homes Unit, 129 Whittlesey Court, (229) 431-2357

POOL INFO: Two-week Learn to Swim and Water Safety Institute for beginners through advanced swimmers at a cost of $20 total. Lessons available to the public and those in the summer program, 9 a.m.-noon weekdays. Pool open to public for recreation 1 p.m.-6 p.m. daily, 50 cents per day. Pools are at Jefferson Street and The Club units.

ABOUT THE CAMP: Program focuses on S.T.R.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math) with a “Shake & Bake Albany, GA” theme.

FEE: Contact for prices

CONTACT: Jason Belk, (229) 439-0196, [email protected]

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Summer Learning Academy

WHO: Albany State University

WHEN: June 26-30, 8 a.m.-noon

WHERE; ASU, 504 College Drive, Billy C. Black Bldg., Room 183

AGES: 7-11 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: STEM-based summer enrichment program teaching advanced concepts in math and science. Curriculum based on the Georgia Standards of Excellence and taught by certified teachers.

FEE: $85

CONTACT: Erica DeCuir, (229) 430-4717, [email protected]

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Summer Playgrounds Program

WHO: Albany Recreation & Parks

WHEN: June 5-July 14, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., weekdays

WHERE: Gordon Sports Complex Playground, 800 Willie Pitts Road, and C. W. Heath Park, 1000 Maple Ave.

AGES: 7–17 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Playground activities include arts and crafts, table games, sports and games, and leadership and character building activities. Meals will be provided through the DCSS under the Seamless Summer Program for eligible participants.

FEE: Free

CONTRACT: Christopher Campbell at (229) 430-5222

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Summer Program

WHO: New Visions Community Development

WHEN: June 5-July 28, weekdays, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

WHERE: 1506 S. Slappey Blvd.

AGES: 5-13 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Offers academic enrichment, sports and recreation, life skills, field trips and meals.

FEES: Non-refundable registration, $50 per child; camp fee, $400 per child (GACAPS accepted)

CONTACT: (229) 436-7707 or [email protected]

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That’s Sew Crafty!

WHO: Director, Dona Lyn Goodpasture

WHEN: 1 p.m.-5 p.m., June 5-9 for rising 6th-8th grades; July 17-21 for rising 3rd-5th grades

WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor Lower School Multiplex

ABOUT THE CAMP: Campers learn basic sewing machine operation/safety and complete easy starter projects. Sewing supplies will be provided; campers will provide fabric.

FEE: $125 and cost of materials

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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The Sounds of Joy Performing Arts Program

WHEN: June 1-9, 9 a.m-3 p.m.

AGES: 9-16 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Sessions in voice theory, dance and drama.

FEE: $60 registration fee

CONTACT: Chianti Davis, [email protected] or (229) 296-6713. Website is www.soundsofjoyperformingarts.com

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Youth Camp

WHEN: June 26-30, 8 a.m.-noon

WHERE: Albany State University-West Campus on Gillionville Road

AGES: 6-13 years

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Youth Cheerleading Camp

WHO: Director, Jessica Marshall

WHEN: July 31-Aug. 2, 9 a.m.-noon

WHERE: Henry Gym, Deerfield-Windsor Upper Campus

AGES: Rising 1st-8th grades

ABOUT THE CAMP: Aspiring cheerleaders are taught cheers, chants, dances, jumps and techniques.

FEE: $75

CONTACT: (229) 435-1301 or [email protected]

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Youth Soccer Camp

WHEN: June 26-30, 8 a.m.-noon

WHERE: Albany State University West Campus soccer fields

AGES: 6-13 years

FEE: Online registration, $120; Day-of registration, $150; registration ends midnight June 24

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Zookeepers 101

WHO: Chehaw

WHEN: May 30-June 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; June 5-9, 9 a.m.-noon; July 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon; July 24-28, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

WHERE: 105 Chehaw Park Road

AGES: May 30 or July 24 week, 5-12 years; June 5 or July 10 week, 4-7 years

ABOUT THE CAMP: Learn about different types of animals that live at Chehaw and go behind the scenes to see what it takes to work in a zoo.

FEES: May 30 or July 24 week, $135 each; June 5 or July 10 week, $85

CONTACT: (229) 430-3012 or visit www.chehaw.org.

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