Fox Valley Park District SUMMERSUMMER CAMPCAMP GUIDEGUIDE What are your kids doing this summer?

INSIDE! Epic Adventures, Summer Blast,

Extended day options available! Teen Camps & more! Resident Registration begins March 21 foxvalleyparkdistrict.org EPIC! Epic Adventure Camps are hands-on, week-long adventures that get your child out and about exploring and being active this summer. Each camp week is led by experienced camp professionals to give your child a different experience that will create a lifetime of memories!

Sign up for all 4 weeks to receive WEEK 1: CSI: Red Oak a 10% discount OR pick and choose the camps that fit your WEEK 2: Pioneer Experience child’s interest and scheduling needs WEEK 3: Sports Mania

WEEK 4: Camp Atlantis FOUR WEEKS OF FUN! EPIC ADVENTURE CAMPS

REGISTER for Age Location Fee ALL FOUR WEEKS 7Y to 10Y Fox Valley Park District $540(R) / $810(N) and receive: Facilities  10% discount Barcode Day Date Time 80005 M-F June 8 to July 3 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Backpack tote bag There is a $250 security deposit due upon registration for the four-week package. Registration ends and  T-shirt balance for all four weeks is due by June 1.

CSI: RED OAK SPORTS MANIA Red Oak Nature Center Vaughan Athletic Center Become a member of Red Oak’s Critter Scene Game on! Enjoy soccer, basketball, volleyball, tennis, Investigation crew to solve the mysteries happening fitness classes, kickball, recreational swimming and around the nature center. Each day, CSI team members more. Each activity will help improve knowledge and will collect evidence and solve puzzles that will lead confidence in each sport. Each camper will receive an them to that day’s suspect. The team will play games, Epic Adventure Camp T-shirt. Bring a swimsuit, towel, go on hikes, make some crafts and have fun! Each sack lunch and two snacks each day. (LB) camper will receive an Epic Adventure Camp T-shirt. Age Location Fee Bring a snack, zero-waste lunch and refillable water 7Y to 10Y Vaughan Athletic Center $149(R) / $225(N) bottle to camp each day. (MG) Age Location Fee Barcode Day Date Time 7Y to 10Y Red Oak Nature Center $149(R) / $225(N) 80004 M-F June 22 to 26 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Barcode Day Date Time 80297 M-F June 8 to 12 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CAMP ATLANTIS Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center PIONEER EXPERIENCE The lost City of Atlantis sank into the ocean thousands Blackberry Farm of years ago and the mysteries of the underwater city have yet to be uncovered. Find the lost treasures left Experience life as a pioneer at Blackberry Farm. Enjoy behind and experience a variety of water activities, pottery making, caring for farm animals, nature and including junior lifeguard and water safety skills and fishing basics. Spend a day at the Pioneer Cabin, aquatics mini-Olympics. Each camper will receive an attend class in the One-Room Schoolhouse, learn about Epic Adventure Camp T-shirt. (JHV) weaving and more fun activities. Each camper will receive an Epic Adventure Camp T-shirt. Bring a sack Age Location Fee lunch and snack each day. (BR) 7Y to 10Y Phillips Park Family $149(R) / $225(N) Aquatic Center Age Location Fee 7Y to 10Y Blackberry Farm $149(R) / $225(N) Barcode Day Date Time 80015 M-F June 29 to July 3 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Barcode Day Date Time 79965 M-F June 15 to 19 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Summer Blast Camp is the BEST OF THE BEST! Summer Blast Camp is built on energy and enthusiasm, and children will enjoy memorable experiences that they’ll look forward to every day, including special event days and field trips. It’s a new adventure at every turn! Field trips may include visits to Blackberry Farm, Splash Country, Funway, Brookfield Zoo, Enchanted Castle, movie theatres and more. Children should bring a sack lunch, two snacks and a water bottle each day. Before- and after-care options are available at all locations for an extended camp day.

Ages: Summer Blast Camp 6Y to 11Y 5-WEEK SESSION REGISTRATION Days: Register for an entire 5-week session and Monday to Friday receive a special discounted rate! There is a $250 security deposit due at registration for the 5-week Day Camp Time: session. The balance for the first session is due by June 1 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the balance for the second session is due by July 6.

Before Care Time: WEEKLY SESSION REGISTRATION 7 to 8 a.m. Weekly registration must be paid in full and completed no later than the Wednesday of the previous week. After Care Time: (GW) (CJ) (LB) 5 to 6 p.m.

4 • Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30 SUMMER BLAST CAMP AT EOLA COMMUNITY CENTER 5-week Session Session Dates Fee Camp Barcode Before / After Care Fee Before Care Barcode After Care Barcode 1 June 8 to July 10 $675(R) / $1013(N) 79943 $75(R) / $113(N) 79944 79940 m e r 2 July 13 to Aug. 14 $675(R) / $1013(N) 79958 $75(R) / $113(N) 79962 79959 m Weekly Sessions u Week Dates Weekly Fee Camp Barcode Before / After Care Fee Before Care Barcode After Care Barcode s 1 June 8 to 12 $149(R) / $225(N) 79939 $15(R) / $23(N) 79941 79942 P 2 June 15 to 19 $149(R) / $225(N) 79956 $15(R) / $23(N) 79947 79946 3 June 22 to 26 $149(R) / $225(N) 79949 $15(R) / $23(N) 79950 79938 M 4 June 29 to July 3 $149(R) / $225(N) 79951 $15(R) / $23(N) 79928 79952 A 5 July 6 to 10 $149(R) / $225(N) 79945 $15(R) / $23(N) 79929 79937 6 July 13 to 17 $149(R) / $225(N) 79955 $15(R) / $23(N) 79930 79936 C 7 July 20 to 24 $149(R) / $225(N) 79954 $15(R) / $23(N) 79931 79934 8 July 27 to 31 $149(R) / $225(N) 79953 $15(R) / $23(N) 79932 79935 9 Aug. 3 to 7 $149(R) / $225(N) 79957 $15(R) / $23(N) 79961 79960 10 Aug. 10 to 14 $149(R) / $225(N) 79964 $15(R) / $23(N) 79933 79963

SUMMER BLAST CAMP AT PRISCO COMMUNITY CENTER 5-week Session Session Dates Session Fee Camp Barcode Before / After Care Fee Before Care Barcode After Care Barcode 1 June 8 to July 10 $675(R) / $1013(N) 79724 $75(R) / $113(N) 79742 79744 2 July 13 to Aug. 14 $675(R) / $1013(N) 79725 $75(R) / $113(N) 79743 79745

Weekly Sessions Week Dates Weekly Fee Camp Barcode Before / After Care Fee Before Care Barcode After Care Barcode 1 June 8 to 12 $149(R) / $225(N) 79729 $15(R) / $23(N) 79752 79762 2 June 15 to 19 $149(R) / $225(N) 79730 $15(R) / $23(N) 79753 79763 3 June 22 to 26 $149(R) / $225(N) 79731 $15(R) / $23(N) 79754 79764 4 June 29 to July 3 $149(R) / $225(N) 79732 $15(R) / $23(N) 79755 79765 5 July 6 to 10 $149(R) / $225(N) 79733 $15(R) / $23(N) 79756 79766 6 July 13 to 17 $149(R) / $225(N) 79734 $15(R) / $23(N) 79757 79767 7 July 20 to 24 $149(R) / $225(N) 79735 $15(R) / $23(N) 79758 79768 8 July 27 to 31 $149(R) / $225(N) 79736 $15(R) / $23(N) 79759 79769 9 Aug. 3 to 7 $149(R) / $225(N) 79737 $15(R) / $23(N) 79760 79770 10 Aug. 10 to14 $149(R) / $225(N) 79738 $15(R) / $23(N) 79761 79771

SUMMER BLAST CAMP AT VAUGHAN ATHLETIC CENTER 5-week Session Session Dates Fee Camp Barcode Before / After Care Fee Before Care Barcode After Care Barcode 1 June 8 to July 10 $675(R) / $1013(N) 79968 $75(R) / $113(N) 79970 79972 2 July 13 to Aug. 14 $675(R) / $1013(N) 79969 $75(R) / $113(N) 79971 79973

Weekly Sessions Week Dates Weekly Fee Camp Barcode Before / After Care Fee Before Care Barcode After Care Barcode 1 June 8 to 12 $149(R) / $225(N) 79974 $15(R) / $23(N) 79984 79994 2 June 15 to 19 $149(R) / $225(N) 79975 $15(R) / $23(N) 79985 79995 3 June 22 to 26 $149(R) / $225(N) 79976 $15(R) / $23(N) 79986 79996 4 June 29 to July 3 $149(R) / $225(N) 79977 $15(R) / $23(N) 79987 79997 5 July 6 to 10 $149(R) / $225(N) 79978 $15(R) / $23(N) 79988 79998 6 July 13 to 17 $149(R) / $225(N) 79979 $15(R) / $23(N) 79989 79999 7 July 20 to 24 $149(R) / $225(N) 79980 $15(R) / $23(N) 79990 80000 8 July 27 to 31 $149(R) / $225(N) 79981 $15(R) / $23(N) 79991 80001 9 Aug. 3 to 7 $149(R) / $225(N) 79982 $15(R) / $23(N) 79992 80002 10 Aug. 10 to 14 $149(R) / $225(N) 79983 $15(R) / $23(N) 79993 80003 JustJust forfor TEENSTEENS FREE & FUN! Teens, Trips & Treks Free Summer C Let’s hit the road as we visit a variety of fun and exciting destinations! amps Transportation and admission fees are included. Trips are subject to change based on availability and weather. When inclement weather occurs, field trips will be moved to an indoor destination if possible. Please remember to bring a lunch, snack, water bottle, swim suit and gym shoes for each trip. Also check out Six Flags Great America teen trips! Fee includes transportation and admission to the park. Participants should bring money for food and souvenirs, as well as a swimsuit and towel. (CJ) Age Fee 11Y to 14Y $55(R) / $83(N)

Barcode Day Date Time Fee Departure Location Trip Destination 79868 W June 10 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. $55(R) / $83(N) Prisco Community Center Vertical Endeavors/ GH20 Aquatic Center 79869 W July 15 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. $55(R) / $83(N) Vaughan Athletic Center Hollywood Park Arcade/ Splash Country Water Park 79870 W July 29 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. $55(R) / $83(N) Eola Community Center Magic Waters 79871 Tu Aug. 18 8:15 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. $79(R) / $119(N) Vaughan Athletic Center Six Flags Great America 79872 Tu Aug. 18 8:30 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. $79(R) / $119(N) Prisco Community Center Six Flags Great America 79873 Tu Aug. 18 9 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. $79(R) / $119(N) Eola Community Center Six Flags Great America Option for Six Flags season pass holders $25 Transportation only

Junior Counselor Program This week-long camp will provide teens (ages 14 and 15) with the essential skills they need to become young leaders and future camp counselors. Participants will develop effective leadership abilities through teamwork, safety, communication, responsibility, patience and problem-solving skills. Teens will gain confidence, self-discipline and leadership skills. Upon completion of this training program, junior counselors will choose from a list of Park District Summer Camp locations to gain hands-on experience while assisting with day-to-day duties and activities. Junior counselors can assist with two or more weeks of camp between June 15 and Aug. 14 at the following locations: (DS) • Red Oak Nature Center • Prisco Community Center • Vaughan Athletic Center • Blackberry Farm • Eola Community Center • Summer Playground Locations

Age Location Fee 14Y to 15Y Prisco Community Center $30(R) / $45(N)

Barcode Day Date Time 80029 M-F June 8 to 12 9 a.m. to noon

6 • Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30 FREE & FUN! Free Summer Camps Summer Playgrounds Program The Summer Playground Programs offers fun activities such as sports, arts and crafts, small group Free! games, reading time and field trips. Children will have the opportunity to go on field trips (fee required). Field trips will include district water parks, Vertical Endeavors and others. All trips will departure from each camp location. Trips are subject to change. A complete list and schedule will be available the first day of camp. This six-week program is scheduled at four locations. We will have registration forms available at each camp site or you may pick up the registration forms ahead of time at any of our community centers starting March 21. Please fill out forms and bring them on the first day that you attend camp. Registration forms will be taken by the Fox Valley Park District playground staff starting the first day of the program at each playground site. Registration is ongoing at the playground sites through the duration of the program. To participate, a waiver form and registration card is required. (CJ) Locations Fearn Park 1600 Hawksley Drive, North Aurora Greene Field Park Russell and Illinois Avenue, Aurora Waubonsie Lake Park Montgomery and Kautz Roads, Aurora Wheatlands Park Barrington and Spinnaker, Aurora

Day Date Time Age Fee M-F June 8 to July 17 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 6Y to 11Y Free

Neighborhood Art Kids will explore a variety of art mediums at Neighborhood Art. Team building games will also be Free! incorporated. Children will have many opportunities to draw, paint, craft and create. A waiver form needs to be completed before a child can participate in the program. Waivers will only be available at neighborhood art sites starting the first day of the program. Children may be signed up anytime during the days of the program. Children must be entering Grades 1 to 5 in the fall (2015-16 school year) to participate. (DS) Day Date Time Grade Fee Location M June 8 to July 13 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. 1 to 5 Free Spring Lake Park M June 8 to July 13 1 to 3 p.m. 1 to 5 Free Lebanon Park T June 9 to July 14 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. 1 to 5 Free Butterfield Park W June 10 to July 15 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. 1 to 5 Free Tanner Trails Park W June 10 to July 15 1 to 3 p.m. 1 to 5 Free Blackberry Trails Th June 11 to July 16 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 1 to 5 Free “Coach” Wilbert Walters Park* Locations Blackberry Trails Griffin and William, Aurora Butterfield Park DuPage Parkway and Blue Spruce, Aurora “Coach” Wilbert Walters Park* Highland Ave., Aurora Lebanon Park Parker and Douglas, Aurora Spring Lake Park McCoy and Gregory, Aurora Tanner Trails Park Bauer and Meade, North Aurora *New camp location

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Kids ages 3 to 6

can explore arts and crafts,

cooking, nature, science, music and motor skills with Fox Valley Park District!

Preschool Summer Fun Camp Kindergarten Enrichment Camp Children will explore, discover Children preparing to enter and use their imaginations in this Kindergarten or the first grade preschool camp that includes art, can socialize and keep academic dramatic play, science, language arts, music and skills sharp in a fun, enthusiastic environment. movement. Children will bring home all sorts of Activities will include art, dramatic play, science, fun art, science and cooking projects. Each week language arts, music, math and much more. (CJ) will feature a new theme and activities. (DB) (CJ) Age Location Fee Age Fee 5Y to 6Y Prisco Community Center $85(R) / $129(N)

3Y to 4Y $69(R) / $102(N) Barcode Fee Day Date Barcode Day Date Time Theme 79852 M-F June 8 to 12 9 a.m. to noon Prisco Community Center 79853 M-F June 15 to 19 9 a.m. to noon 79846 M-F June 8 to 12 9 to 11 a.m. Mix It 79854 M-F June 22 to 26 9 a.m. to noon 79847 M-F June 15 to 19 9 to 11 a.m. Summer 79855 M-F June 29 to July 3 9 a.m. to noon Snowman 79856 M-F July 6 to 10 9 a.m. to noon 79848 M-F June 22 to 26 9 to 11 a.m. Summer 79857 M-F July 13 to 17 9 a.m. to noon Water Fun 79849 M-F June 29 to July 3 9 to 11 a.m. Red,White & Blue Off-to-Kindergarten Camp 79850 M-F July 6 to 10 9 to 11 a.m. Bubbles This camp is for children 79851 M-F July 13 to 17 9 to 11 a.m. Cook A Book entering Kindergarten Eola Community Center in the fall. Enjoy weekly 79902 M-F June 8 to 12 9 to 11 a.m. Fabulous themes discovered in the Preschool Summer Fun Flowers Camp. Activities will include dramatic play, 79903 M-F June 15 to 19 9 to 11 a.m. Games Galore science, language arts, music, movement, art 79904 M-F June 22 to 26 9 to 11 a.m. Dynamic projects and possibly cooking projects. (DB) Dinos Age Location Fee 79905 M-F June 29 to July 3 9 to 11 a.m. Hawaiian 4Y to 6Y Eola Community Center $69(R) / $102(N) Hullabaloo Barcode Day Date Time 79906 M-F July 6 to 10 9 to 11 a.m. Reading Rainbow 79920 M-F June 8 to 12 9 to 11 a.m. 79907 M-F July 13 to 17 9 to 11 a.m. Silly Dr. Seuss 79921 M-F June 15 to 19 9 to 11 a.m. 79908 M-F July 20 to 24 9 to 11 a.m. Animal Planet 79922 M-F June 22 to 26 9 to 11 a.m. 79909 M-F July 27 to 31 9 to 11 a.m. Christmas 79923 M-F June 29 to July 3 9 to 11 a.m. in July 79924 M-F July 6 to 10 9 to 11 a.m. 79925 M-F July 13 to 17 9 to 11 a.m. 79926 M-F July 20 to 24 9 to 11 a.m. 79927 M-F July 27 to 31 9 to 11 a.m.

8 • Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30

Kids ages 3 to 6 can explore arts and crafts, Art Exploration Camp cooking, nature, science, music and motor skills with Keep Fox Valley Park District! those creative juices flowing this summer at Blackberry Farm’s Art Exploration Camp! This “all art, all the time” program is packed full of non-stop creative fun with new projects every day. Campers will use a variety of mediums to create many 2D and 3D works of art in the areas of drawing, painting, print making, sculpture, crafts and more. Please dress for a mess! (BR) Age Location Fee 6Y to 10Y Blackberry Farm $95(R) / $125(N) ioneer Barcode Day Date Time Check out P age 3. 80076 M-F June 22 to 26 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Experience on p Camp Blackberry Extended Care for Camp Blackberry With a different theme each Age Location Fee week at Camp Blackberry, there 6Y to 11Y Blackberry Farm $25(R) / $32(N) is always something exciting and new to experience. The schedule will Barcode Day Date Time include both themed and non-themed activities, Before Care as well as cooking over a camp fire, fishing and 80061 M-F June 22 to 26 7:30 to 9 a.m. swimming and many more fun activities! Be 80062 M-F July 6 to 10 7:30 to 9 a.m. sure to check out our new before and after camp program for extended hours! (BR) 80063 M-F July 13 to 17 7:30 to 9 a.m. 80064 M-F July 20 to 24 7:30 to 9 a.m. Age Location Fee 80065 M-F July 27 to 31 7:30 to 9 a.m. 6Y to 11Y Blackberry Farm $125(R) / $179(N) 80066 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 7:30 to 9 a.m. Barcode Day Date Time Themes After Care 79790 M-F June 22 to 26 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Around 80067 M-F June 22 to 26 4 to 5:30 p.m. the World 80068 M-F July 6 to 10 4 to 5:30 p.m. 79791 M-F July 6 to 10 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Special Agent 80069 M-F July 13 to 17 4 to 5:30 p.m. 79792 M-F July 13 to 17 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crazy About Sports! 80070 M-F July 20 to 24 4 to 5:30 p.m. 80071 M-F July 27 to 31 4 to 5:30 p.m. 79793 M-F July 20 to 24 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Book Worm 80072 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 4 to 5:30 p.m. 79794 M-F July 27 to 31 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Slime Works!

79795 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ahoy Matey!

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EXTENDED DAY CAMPS Extreme Encounters Do you have the skills to find Outdoor Explorers Camp Bigfoot? Is there a Nessie living in the Fox River? These stories This popular camp is back again with some oldies but have been around for generations, but it will be up to goodies! Each day will be jam-packed with outside our team of cryptozoologists-in-training to seek the adventures that will end with an overnight campout at truth! Campers will practice tracking, sample collecting, a local park. This year’s activities may include hiking, trapping and more before ending the week with an creek exploring, canoeing, swimming, team games, evening investigation for the truth! Campers are museum visits and more! Schedule is subject to change required to bring a snack, zero-waste lunch and refillable as most activities are weather dependent. Fee includes water bottle to camp each day. All tools and one official transportation, activity fees, campout materials and investigation team T-shirt will be provided. (MG) camp T-shirt. Campers must bring a snack, refillable Age Location Fee water bottle and zero-waste lunch to camp each day. A more detailed schedule and list of supplies will be sent 8Y to 11Y Red Oak Nature Center $149(R) / $224(N) prior to the start of camp. Registration ends June 15. (MG) Barcode Day Date Time Age Location Fee 80139 M-F July 6 to 10 M-Th: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 9Y to 13Y Red Oak Nature Center $199(R) / $298(N) F: 3:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Barcode Day Date Time NEW! Extended Care for Extreme Encounters 80131 M-F June 22 M-W: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Age Location Fee to 26 Th-F: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (overnight) 8Y to 11Y Red Oak Nature Center $15(R) / $23(N) NEW! Extended Care for Outdoor Explorers Barcode Day Date Time Age Location Fee 80141 M-Th July 6 to 9 8 to 9 a.m. 9Y to 13Y Red Oak Nature Center $15(R) / $23(N) 80142 M-Th July 6 to 9 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Barcode Day Date Time 80134 M-Th June 22 to 25 8 to 9 a.m. Oak Check out CSI: Red on page 3.

10 • Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30 Masters of Wild Survival NATURE DISCOVERY Explore topics like shelter building, CAMPS first aid, wayfinding and more while traveling offsite to local parks and preserves to put these skills to the test. Campers will make Spineless Wonders their own shelter and dinner at an overnight survival Discover which creatures can survive without campout at Red Oak Nature Center on Thursday, July 23. their bones and how these creepy, crawly, Registrants are not required to have participated in inside-out-animals eat, grow and survive in a previous Red Oak survival camps, but themes will be world that is bigger than they are! Participants are accelerated to accommodate those who have already required to bring their own snack and refillable water learned the basics. Fee includes transportation, program bottle to camp each day. (MG) materials and a camp T-shirt. All campers are required to Age Location Fee bring a snack, zero-waste lunch and refillable water bottle in a backpack to camp each day. (MG) 4Y to 6Y Red Oak Nature Center $75(R) / $113(N)

Age Location Fee Barcode Day Date Time 11Y to 13Y Red Oak Nature Center $175(R) / $263(N) 80128 M-F June 15 to 19 12:30 to 3 p.m. Barcode Day Date Time 80129 M-F Aug. 10 to 14 9:30 a.m. to noon 80151 M-F July 20 M-W: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to 24 Th-F: 9 a.m. to 9 a.m. (overnight) Wet n’ Wild Investigations NEW! Extended Care for Masters Discover what’s lurking in the of Wild Survival wetlands at Lippold Park! Learn Age Location Fee about the importance of wetlands. 11Y to 13Y Red Oak Nature Center $15(R) / $23(N) Play games and use tools like pond nets and fishing poles to investigate. Each camper should wear clothes Barcode Day Date Time and old gym shoes that can get wet and muddy, with a 80152 M-Th July 20 to 23 8 to 9 a.m. change of shoes and towel/clothes for after and a refillable water bottle to camp each day. (MG) Wild Survival Age Location Fee Survive at Red Oak! Learn a particular set of 9Y to 11Y Lippold Park $59(R) / $89(N) survival skills daily including: shelter building, Barcode Day Date Time way finding, trail safety, fire building and more—all while creating a survival kit to take home at 80127 M-Th June 15 to 18 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. the end of the week. Test new skills with some evening activities on Friday, July 31. Campers are required to Wetland Wonders bring a backpack with a snack, zero-waste lunch and refillable water bottle to camp each day. (MG) Discover the wonderfully wet side Age Location Fee of Lippold Park! Use dip nets to explore Lippold and the 8Y to 10Y Red Oak Nature Center $125(R) / $188(N) surrounding wetlands for creatures big and small! Play Barcode Day Date Time some wacky water games and maybe make a craft or 80145 M-F July 27 M-Th: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. two. Wear clothes and old gym shoes that can get wet to 31 F: 3:30 to 8:30 p.m. and muddy with a change of shoes and towel/clothes for after. All campers should bring a refillable water NEW! Extended Care for Wild Survival bottle to camp each day. (MG) Age Location Fee Age Location Fee 8Y to 10Y Red Oak Nature Center $15(R) / $23(N) 5Y to 7Y Lippold Park $45(R) / $68(N)

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Summer Camp Guide 2015 | foxvalleyparkdistrict.org • 11 Nature’s Neighbors Wild Artists Squirrels, birds, insects and more—our This popular camp is back again with all backyards are home to many critters big and new nature-themed crafts and an extra day small. Each day campers will play games, go to explore the wild artist within! Each day on hikes and make crafts as we learn about different campers will head outside on a hike to gather materials animals and why they might be the perfect neighbor. and inspiration for their creations. Campers will try Campers are required to bring their own snack and different media that may include paint, clay, mud, refillable water bottle to camp each day. (MG) leaves and more! Dress to get messy! (MG) Age Location Fee Age Location Fee 4Y to 6Y Red Oak Nature Center $75(R) / $113(N) 7Y to 11Y Red Oak Nature Center $65(R) / $98(N)

Barcode Day Date Time Barcode Day Date Time 80143 M-F July 13 to 17 9:30 a.m. to noon 80153 M-Th Aug. 3 to 6 1 to 3 p.m.

Buggin’ Out Wild Nights at Red Oak Interesting insects and discoveries await as Have you ever wondered what happens at we search the habitats at Red Oak for these night at Red Oak after most of the visitors mini-creatures. Campers will use tools of have gone home? This camp will allow you the trade to collect and examine these arthropods in access to explore the habitats at Red Oak as the sun between playing games, hikes, crafts and more! goes down. Campers will play nocturnal games and go Campers are required to bring their own snack and a on night hikes into the setting sun to see “whoooo” is refillable water bottle to camp each day. (MG) around! Fee includes one headlamp per registrant. (MG) Age Location Fee Age Location Fee 7Y to 9Y Red Oak Nature Center $75(R) / $113(N) 7Y to 9Y Red Oak Nature Center $55(R) / $85(N)

Barcode Day Date Time Barcode Day Date Time 80144 M-F July 13 to 17 1 to 3 p.m. 80304 Tu-Th Aug. 4 to 6 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Itty Bitty Bugs Bugs may be itty bitty but they are very powerful! Each day we will dive into the world of bugs by going out in search of these critters, create some crafts and maybe read a story or two about these amazing arthropods! (MG) Age Location Fee 3Y to 5Y Red Oak Nature Center $25(R) / $38(N)

Barcode Day Date Time 80148 Tu-Th July 21 to 23 10 to 11:30 a.m.

12 • foxvalleyparkdistrict.org ScienceScience andand TechnologyTechnology Let’s Build It Engineering Camp This class takes a hands-on approach to CampsCamps engineering allowing students to directly engage with basic engineering concepts LEGO Explorers Camp through a variety of fun and educational activities. Students will improve their problem solving, math In this camp children have a unique experience by and physics skills, while engaging in exciting building learning real-world concepts and then expressing what projects. Each unit will focus on a specific area of they learn in LEGO building. Different concepts such engineering, like flight, bridge building and transportation. as animals, airplanes, outer space, foreign countries, The unit will culminate in a testing of the students’ sports, holidays and family are included in activities final projects. Each student will receive an award for that will engage and encourage students to be creative, their progress during the unit. (LB) collaborative and have fun. Children who repeat this Age Location Fee camp will be given new activities. Children should bring a peanut-free lunch each day. Taught by 8Y to 11Y Vaughan Athletic Center $115(R) / $173(N) Chasewood Learning. (GW) (CJ) (LB) Barcode Day Date Time Age Fee 80096 M-F June 22 to 26 1 to 2:30 p.m. 5Y to 8Y $195(R) / $295(N) Barcode Day Date Time Fun-Gineering with Simple Machines Eola Community Center Using LEGO Educational kits, budding engineers will 80227 M-F June 8 to 12 8 a.m. to noon learn about simple machines by building models of 80228 M-F July 13 to 17 8 a.m. to noon real-life devices such as a motorized car, a drawbridge, a motorized crane and a conveyor belt. They will 80229 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 8 a.m. to noon learn about the concepts of pulleys, levers, wheels, Prisco Community Center axles, gears and bring their projects to life using 80051 M-F June 22 to 26 8 a.m. to noon battery-operated motors. Through the building of realistic motorized models, students will develop an 80052 M-F July 20 to 24 8 a.m. to noon understanding of mechanical principles. They will 80053 M-F Aug. 17 to 21 8 a.m. to noon explore, investigate and solve problems in a fun group Vaughan Athletic Center environment. Two children per LEGO kit. Taught by 80088 M-F June 15 to 19 8 a.m. to noon Computer Explorers. (KB) Age Location Fee 80089 M-F July 20 to 24 8 a.m. to noon 8Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $132(R) / $198(N) 80090 M-F Aug. 10 to 14 8 a.m. to noon Barcode Day Date Time 80190 M-Th July 13 to 16 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30 • 13 LEGO Robotics and Engineering Rock & Roll Robotics Summer Camp Create robots that rock and robots that roll! Using the Campers will experience robotics and engineering fun LEGO WeDo Robotics System your robots will include a including activities that support Science, Technology, monkey who plays a drum to a rock and roll beat, a lion Engineering and Math (STEM). Children of all levels that roars, a bird that flaps it wings to create a big wind, are welcome and are grouped by age and experience. a sleeping giant who will awaken on your command Children will always be given new activities not done and a boat that will rock on the rough seas. This course before. Children should bring a peanut-free snack. builds knowledge of simple machines, engineering, Taught by Chasewood Learning. (GW) (CJ) (LB) programming and teamwork in an environment full of rockin’ fun! Students will work in teams of two. Age Fee Taught by Computer Explorers staff. (KB) 6Y to 14Y $195(R) / $295(N) Age Location Fee Barcode Day Date Time 8Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $132(R) / $198(N) Eola Community Center Barcode Day Date Time 80225 M-F June 8 to 12 8 a.m. to noon 80189 M-Th June 29 to July 2 1 to 3 p.m. 80224 M-F July 13 to 17 8 a.m. to noon 80226 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 8 a.m. to noon Awesome Robotics Prisco Community Center Extend your knowledge of robotics as you 80048 M-F June 22 to 26 8 a.m. to noon build and design unique projects using LEGO 80049 M-F July 20 to 24 8 a.m. to noon kits with working motors and sensors! 80050 M-F Aug. 17 to 21 8 a.m. to noon Whether it’s a car, Ferris wheel or crane, this class will be challenging and fun. Taught by Computer Explorers. (KB) Vaughan Athletic Center Age Location Fee 80085 M-F June 15 to 19 8 a.m. to noon 8Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $132(R) / $198(N) 80086 M-F July 20 to 24 8 a.m. to noon 80087 M-F Aug. 10 to 14 8 a.m. to noon Barcode Day Date Time 80194 M-Th July 13 to 16 1 to 3 p.m. Robotics Adventures Yes, we CAN learn about robotics! With the LEGO Mighty Mathematicians WeDo Robotics System, young children can build and Practice math skills while having fun! Math enrichment program their own robotic creations. Designed by the activities include Magic Money Machine, making a experts at MIT, this unique system teaches children Magic Band and working out a Magic Square. Children about simple machines, engineering, programming and will also figure out how many pieces of candy can fit so much more. Young imaginations soar! Students will in the classroom, talk about symmetry, play math card work together in teams of two. Taught by Computer games and more. Team games with prizes also will be Explorers staff. (KB) played. Children will come home with a passion for Age Location Fee math and a greater understanding of math’s real-world applications. Taught by Afterschool Enrichment Solutions 6Y to 8Y Eola Community Center $132(R) / $198(N) staff. (GW) (LB) Barcode Day Date Time Age Fee 80188 M-Th June 29 to July 2 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. 8Y to 11Y $125(R) / $187(N) Barcode Day Date Time Location 80023 M-F July 20 1 to 2:30 p.m. Eola Community to 24 Center 80094 M-F June 22 10 to 11:30 a.m. Vaughan Athletic to 26 Center 80095 M-F July 13 1 to 2:30 p.m. Vaughan Athletic to 17 Center

14 • Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30 STEM Software Programming Lights, Camera, Action - Making Summer Camp Your Own Harry Potter Movie Tomorrow’s technology careers start now! In What’s the next adventure for Harry Potter, Ron and this exciting class, children learn Hermione? It’s up to you! Create your own Harry programming essentials with the power of Potter movie using special movie-making cameras and leading edge educational software. Imagine creating a software. As directors and producers, work in teams to game, programming a robot or developing a web create a story and script, build scenes out of LEGO, use application. Children will be given new projects and LEGO Harry Potter minifigures as characters and film a activities for the whole week. New and experienced movie. Use graphic editing techniques and stop motion students are welcome in this course that uses the animation, add background noise and music and show Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) the movie at a private screening on the last day of class. approach. Children should bring a peanut-free snack. Students also will receive a copy of the movie after it is Taught by Chasewood Learning. (GW) (CJ) (LB) complete. Taught by Computer Explorers. (KB) Age Fee Age Location Fee 6Y to 10Y $195(R) / $295(N) 8Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $132(R) / $198(N)

Barcode Day Date Time Location Barcode Day Date Time 80230 M-F June 15 8 a.m. to Eola Community Center 80159 M-Th June 15 to 18 1 to 3 p.m. to 19 noon 80054 M-F Aug. 10 8 a.m. to Prisco Community Center to 14 noon 80097 M-F July 27 8 a.m. to Vaughan Athletic Center to 31 noon

Video Game Animation Dive into the world of video game animation by creating characters that dance, sing and interact with one another. Working in teams, children will add sound effects and music clips to create a dynamic video animation game by using software created just for kids. Creativity rules in this fun version of video game design! Receive a copy of software and your game after class is complete. Taught by Computer Explorers staff. (KB) Age Location Fee 8Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $132(R) / $198(N)

Barcode Day Date Time 80150 M-Th June 15 to 18 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Summer Camp Guide 2015 | foxvalleyparkdistrict.org • 15 CAM P S Strategy for Kids Camp Chess Scholars Camp This class is an exciting opportunity for children to Beginning and experienced players learn new strategies develop logic, problem solving and planning skills. at the appropriate level from a Chess Scholars coach. At each class, children learn two or three new skill- Each class consists of a fun, interactive teaching period based games (no luck or chance involved). Both and guided practice time. Children have an opportunity team and individual games will be played. There also to test for a Chess Belt under a unique Chess Scholars is a tournament with prizes. Taught by Afterschool system patterned after martial arts belts. There will also Enrichment Solutions staff. (GW) (LB) be a chess competition with prizes! Each camper will Age Fee take home a chess set with an award. Please bring a peanut-free snack to camp. (GW) 7Y to 11Y $125(R) / $187(N) Age Fee Barcode Day Date Time 5Y to 13Y $125(R) / $187(N) Eola Community Center Barcode Day Date Time 80022 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 1 to 2:30 p.m. Eola Community Center Vaughan Athletic Center 80019 M-F June 15 to 19 10 to 11:30 a.m. 80093 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 1 to 2:30 p.m. 80020 M-F July 20 to 24 10 to 11:30 a.m.

80021 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 10 to 11:30 a.m. Vaughan Athletic Center 80091 M-F July 13 to 17 10 to 11:30 a.m. 80092 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 10 to 11:30 a.m.

16 • Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30 Drama Camp: Turn Your Story Hollywood Stars Camp Into A Play Explore the world of a Use imagination to hone writing, Hollywood celebrity! acting and play production skills. Enjoy preparing acting Create characters and scenarios scenes that are typical of on-camera scene work. using improv, scripts, dialogue, song and dance, Participants will work towards a final project create an original story to life using costumes, displayed on YouTube. (KD) makeup and sets. Acting exercises, improv and Age Location Fee collaborative exercises will be explored. Final 7Y to 12Y Prisco Community Center $69(R) / $103(N) class includes an informal showcase. (KD) Barcode Day Date Time Age Location Fee 80058 M-F Aug. 10 to 14 1 to 3 p.m. 7Y to 12Y Prisco Community Center $69(R) / $103(N)

Barcode Day Date Time The Mars Jamzz Guitar Camp 80055 M-F June 22 to 26 1 to 3 p.m. The four Martians take students on an out-of-this- world guitar-learning experience! Learn parts of Performing Arts Camp the guitar, notes, chords, songs and group play plus guitar tablature and standard notations. Guitars are This camp is designed for those available for rent at $5 per class hour with advance who love to perform. Local artists notice. Taught by Guitar Fundamentals staff. (GW) will instruct in acting, singing and dancing. Participants will put on a performance for Age Location Fee family and friends on the final day of camp. (KD) 7Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $149(R) / $223(N)

Age Location Fee Barcode Day Date Time 7Y to 12Y Prisco Community Center $69(R) / $103(N) 80220 M-F June 15 to 19 9 to 11 a.m. 80221 M-F July 20 to 24 9 to 11 a.m. Barcode Day Date Time 80056 M-F July 27 to 31 1 to 3 p.m. The Mars Jamzz Keyboard Camp Show Choir Camp The four Martians walk students through the basics of playing the keyboard: notes on keyboard, correct Sing and dance to your fingering, playing songs and melodies and reading favorite tunes. There will basic music notation. Keyboards are available be solo opportunities for for rent at $5 per class hour with advance notice. interested participants. Family and friends will be Taught by Guitar Fundamentals staff. (GW) invited to a showcase on the last day. (KD) Age Location Fee Age Fee Location 7Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $149(R) / $223(N) 7Y to 12Y $69(R) / $103(N) Prisco Community Center Barcode Day Date Time Barcode Day Date Time 80222 M-F June 15 to 19 1 to 3 p.m. 80057 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 1 to 3 p.m. 80223 M-F July 20 to 24 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Summer Camp Guide 2015 | foxvalleyparkdistrict.org • 17 SportsSports

CampsJr. Multi-Sports Camp GENERAL SPORTS This is for the all-around athlete or child! Stay active and Kids First Ultimate Summer work on balance, motor skills and hand-eye coordination Fun Camp while learning baseball, football, floor hockey, soccer, basketball and more! Basic rules and mechanics will be This 2-week summer fun sports camp covered while keeping everyone moving. Taught by All combines a variety of sports activities and Star Sports Instruction staff. (MO) (RM) (MK) games. Kids First certified coaches will create new experiences daily. Participants should bring a water Barcode Day Date Time Age Fee bottle, sack lunch and snack each day. (MK) Eola Community Center Age Location 80217 M-F July 27 9:30 to 4Y to 6Y $101(R) / to 31 11:30 a.m. $151(N) 6Y to 14Y Vaughan Athletic Center Prisco Community Center Barcode Day Date Time Fee 80098 M-F June 15 2 to 4 p.m. 5Y to 7Y $101(R) / 80174 M-F June 1 to 5 9 a.m. to noon $89(R) / to 19 $151(N) $133(N) Vaughan Athletic Center 80175 M-F June 1 to 5 Noon to 3 p.m. $89(R) / 80027 M-F June 15 1 to 3 p.m. 5Y to 7Y $101(R) / $133(N) to 19 $151(N) 80176 M-F June 1 to 5 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $114(R) / 80084 M-F July 6 Noon to 2 p.m. 6Y to 9Y $101(R) / $159(N) to 10 $151(N) 80177 M-F June 8 to 12 9 a.m. to noon $89(R) / $133(N) Kids First Badminton Camp 80178 M-F June 8 to 12 Noon to 3 p.m. $89(R) / This instructional program offers strategic preparation $133(N) drills and games that will increase skills through the 80179 M-F June 8 to 12 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $114(R) / practice of fundamentals including hand grips, racket $159(N) positioning, serving, body balance and first step 80180 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 9 a.m. to noon $89(R) / directional movements, concluding with a badminton $133(N) skills challenge contest and championship games. 80181 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 Noon to 3 p.m. $89(R) / Taught by Kids First Sports Safety staff. (MO) (MK) $133(N) Fee 80182 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $114(R) / $159(N) $89(R) / $133(N) 80183 M-F Aug. 10 to 14 9 a.m. to noon $89(R) / $133(N) Barcode Day Date Time Age 80184 M-F Aug. 10 to 14 Noon to 3 p.m. $89(R) / Eola Community Center $133(N) 80121 M-F June 15 to 19 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 8Y to 14Y 80185 M-F Aug. 10 to 14 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $114(R) / 80122 M-F July 6 to 10 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 8Y to 14Y $159(N) 80123 M-F July 27 to 31 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 8Y to 14Y Vaughan Athletic Center nia and 80238 M-F June 15 to 19 Noon to 2 p.m. 8Y to 15Y Check out Sports Ma on page 3! 80239 M-F July 6 to 10 Noon to 2 p.m. 8Y to 15Y Camp Atlantis 80240 M-F July 27 to 31 Noon to 2 p.m. 8Y to 15Y

18 • Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30 Kids First Dodge Ball Camp Hockey Skills Camp This fun moving sport provides team competition and Learn the proper mechanics of stick handling, puck individual challenge matches on the court. Kids have control, passing and shooting through speed and agility a blast running, throwing, dodging and ducking while drills. Instructors will focus on balance and stamina getting their bodies in shape. Taught by Kids First Sports while working on in-game knowledge and mechanics, Safety staff. (MO) (MK) offensive and defensive strategies and positioning, and Fee safety and understanding of the rules. Taught by All Star $109(R) / $163(N) Sports instruction staff. (MO) (MK) Age Fee Barcode Day Date Time Age 7Y to 10Y $101(R) / $151(N) Eola Community Center 80120 M-F June 15 to 19 9 a.m. to noon 7Y to 12Y Barcode Day Date Time Location 80118 M-F July 6 to 10 9 a.m. to noon 7Y to 12Y 80211 M-F July 13 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Eola Community 80119 M-F July 27 to 31 9 a.m. to noon 7Y to 12Y to 17 Center Vaughan Athletic Center 80060 M-F June 29 9 to 11 a.m. Vaughan Athletic to July 3 Center 80162 M-F June 15 to 19 9 a.m. to noon 9Y to 13Y 80163 M-F July 6 to 10 9 a.m. to noon 9Y to 13Y 80164 M-F July 27 to 31 9 a.m. to noon 9Y to 13Y

Jr. Basketball Camp Learn basketball at a basic level with fun basketball- like games. Build confidence with basic mechanics, including dribbling with each hand, passing and shooting technique, understanding basic offense and defense, and the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship. Taught by All Star Sports Instruction staff. (MO) (RM) BASKETBALL Age 4Y to 6Y Kids First Basketball Camp Barcode Day Date Time Location Fee Get game ready with skill development, 80110 M-F July 6 9 to Eola Community $101(R) / preparation and safety. Techniques covered to 10 11 a.m. Center $151(N) include shooting, dribbling, passing, body 80099 M-F July 13 1 to Prisco Community $101(R) / balance, floor spacing, safety awareness and to 17 3 p.m. Center $151(N) sportsmanship. The camp will conclude with a basketball skills contest and championship game. Taught by Kids Basketball Skills Camp First Sports Safety staff. (MO) (MK) Focus on individual and team play with speed and agility Fee drills that enhance a player’s ability to quickly move. Learn $109(R) / $163(N) proper ball handling, shooting technique, footwork and defensive/offensive strategies. Players can showcase skills Barcode Day Date Time Age in small-sided competitions and game play. Taught by All Eola Community Center Star Sports instruction staff. (MO) (MK) Fee 80112 M-F June 8 to 12 9 a.m. to noon 5Y to 8Y $101(R) / $151(N) 80113 M-F June 8 to 12 Noon to 3 p.m. 9Y to 13Y 80114 M-F July 13 to 17 9 a.m. to noon 5Y to 8Y Barcode Day Date Time Age 80115 M-F July 13 to 17 Noon to 3 p.m. 9Y to 13Y Eola Community Center Vaughan Athletic Center 80205 M-F July 6 to 10 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 6Y to 9Y 80137 M-F June 8 to 12 9 a.m. to noon 11Y to 14Y 80219 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. 6Y to 9Y Vaughan Athletic Center 80138 M-F July 13 to 17 9 a.m. to noon 11Y to 14Y 80081 M-F July 13 to 17 1 to 3 p.m. 7Y to 10Y 80140 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 9 a.m. to noon 11Y to 14Y 80082 M-F July 20 to 24 6 to 8 p.m. 10Y to 12Y

Summer Camp Guide 2015 | foxvalleyparkdistrict.org • 19 BASEBALL/SOFTBALL Kids First Girls Softball Camp Maximize each player’s potential through skill development in the areas of pitching, hitting, fielding and Baseball Skills Camp running. Kids will be placed in groups ages 6 to 8 and 9 Veteran baseball trainers will teach proper throwing to 12. Taught by Kids First Sports Safety staff. (MO) (MK) mechanics, rotational hitting, bunting, fielding, pitching Fee and catching. Speed and agility training will be included $89(R) / $133(N) to increase core strength and mobility for added bat speed, range in the field and linear speed for base Barcode Day Date Time Age running. In-game strategies will be taught to increase Eola Community Center each player’s overall knowledge. Taught by All Star 80111 M-F June 8 to 12 9 to 11 a.m. 6Y to 12Y Sports Instruction staff. (MO) (MK) Vaughan Athletic Center Age Fee 80132 M-F June 8 to 12 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 6Y to 9Y 8Y to 12Y $101(R) / $151(N) 80133 M-F June 8 to 12 1 to 3 p.m. 10Y to 14Y

Barcode Day Date Time Location 80215 M-F July 20 9:30 to Eola Community Center Girls Softball Skills Camp to 24 11:30 a.m. This camp is designed to teach girls the basic 80077 M-F July 13 10 a.m. Vaughan Athletic Center fundamentals to improve their knowledge of the game to 17 to noon and give them the confidence they need to transition to the next level. All aspects of the game will be Kids First Baseball Camp covered: pitching techniques, hitting, bunting, base running, infield, outfield and catching. Both offense and Learn position training, batting techniques, body balance, defensive strategies will be taught through games and throwing, fielding, pitching, base running and sportsmanship. individual instruction. Participants should bring their Kids will be placed in groups ages 6 to 8 and 9 to 12. own glove. Taught by All Star Sports Instruction staff. Taught by Kids First Sports Safety staff. (MO) (MK) (MO) (MK) Fee Age Fee $89(R) / $133(N) 8Y to 12Y $101(R) / $151(N)

Barcode Day Date Time Age Location Barcode Day Date Time Location 80103 M-F June 8 9 to 11 a.m. 6Y to Eola Community 80216 M-F July 20 9:30 to Eola Community Center to 12 12Y Center to 24 11:30 a.m. 80130 M-F June 8 9 to 11 a.m. 9Y to Vaughan Athletic 80078 M-F July 13 10 a.m. to Vaughan Athletic Center to 12 12Y Center to 17 noon

20 • Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30 FOOTBALL FITNESS Kids First Flag Football Resurgence Youth Training Games-Only Camp Establish a foundation in speed, agility, This camp will feature flag football games played each coordination and athleticism in a day with the Championship Game on Friday. Players will positive environment by focusing on be assigned to a team within their age group. Coaches training knowledge, healthy lifestyles, core teach the fundamentals to the players while playing strength, injury prevention, flexibility and strength games. Kids will be placed in groups ages 6 to 8 and 9 training preparation through the utilization of to 12. Taught by Kids First Sports Safety staff. (MO) body-weight exercises and basic weight lifting skills. Class by Crossfit Resurgence. (RM) Age Location Fee Age Location Fee 6Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $109(R) / $163(N) 12Y to 18Y Copley Boxing & Training Center $70(R) / $105(N)

Barcode Day Date Time Barcode Day Date Time 80218 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 9 a.m. to noon 80104 Tu/Th June 16 to July 23 10 to 11 a.m. 80105 Tu/Th July 28 to Sept. 3 10 to 11 a.m. Kids First Flag Football Camp Instructors teach fundamentals through strategic and fun preparation drills and games to improve skills GYMNASTICS / CHEER / POMS and safety. This instructional camp offers skill position training, techniques on speed and quickness, body Gymnastics Camp balance, first-step directional movements, football safety Get exposed to gymnastics in a fun and awareness and sportsmanship. Kids will be placed in positive environment with a balance between groups ages 6 to 8 and 9 to 12. Taught by Kids First quality gymnastics as well as fun activities and Sports Safety staff. (MO) games. Each camper needs to bring a peanut-free healthy Age Location Fee snack, water bottle and wear appropriate gymnastics 6Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $109(R) / $163(N) attire. Gymnasts will be split up by age and ability level on the first day of camp. (KB) Barcode Day Date Time Location 80209 M-F July 13 to 17 9 a.m. to noon Eola Community Center

Barcode Day Date Time Age Fee Flag Football Skills Camp 80037 Tu-F June 9 to 12 12:30 to 5 p.m. 6Y to 14Y $95(R) / Speed and agility drills will be used to help with balance, $143(N) lateral and linear movements and explosiveness from 80038 M-F June 8 to 12 9 to 11:30 a.m. 3Y to 5Y $69(R) / a set stance. Quarterback, running back, line play and $104(N) receiving will be focused on, as well as defensive tactics. Small sided games and competitions will take place Cheer / Poms Mini-Camp where contact is minimal (there will be no tackling). Taught by All Star Sports Instruction staff. (MO) (MK) Build self-confidence and self-esteem by introducing basic cheerleading, tumbling, Fee stunting, poms and a dance routine. $101(R) / $151(N) Participants will learn voice projection, body movements Barcode Day Date Time Age and cheer/poms jumps. Group presentations will be demonstrated at the end of the camp. (KB) Eola Community Center Location Fee 80195 M-F June 22 to 26 1 to 3 p.m. 7Y to 10Y 80196 M-F June 22 to 26 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. 10Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $39(R) / $59(N) Vaughan Athletic Center Barcode Day Date Time Age 80075 M-F July 6 to 10 3 to 5 p.m. 10Y to 12Y 80041 Tu-F June 8 to 12 1 to 2:30 p.m. 5Y to 9Y 80042 Tu-F June 8 to 12 2:30 to 4 p.m. 10Y to 14Y

Summer Camp Guide 2015 | foxvalleyparkdistrict.org • 21 GOLF The First Tee Pee Wee Golf Program This program gives young golfers an introduction to the The First Tee: For more information about The game of golf. Classes are offered through either one- First Tee golf programs, call 630-499-0680 or email week, camp-style sessions or 5-week sessions. (NM) [email protected]. Registration for The First Tee programs are accepted online only at Age Location Fee TheFirstTeeAurora.org. 5Y to 7Y Phillips Park Golf Course $70(R) / $80(N) The First Tee PLAYer Level Golf Program Day Date Time M-F June 8 to 12 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. The PLAYer level is the entry point for The First Tee M-F June 8 to 12 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. program. PLAYers learn the game of golf in a fun and M-F June 8 to 12 1:45 to 2:45 p.m. active way, while incorporating the Life Skills and 9 M-F June 8 to 12 3 to 4 p.m. Healthy Habits curriculum. (NM) M-F June 29 to July 3 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Age Location Fee M June 29 to July 27 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. 7Y to 17Y Phillips Park Golf Course $80(R) / $90(N) Tu June 30 to July 28 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Day Date Time W July 1 to July 29 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. M-F June 8 to 12 8:30 to 10 a.m. Sa July 11 to Aug. 8 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. M-F June 15 to 19 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. M-F July 13 to 17 3 to 4 p.m. M-F June 22 to 26 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. M-F July 27 to Aug. 1 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. M-F June 29 to July 3 8:15 to 9:45 a.m. M-F July 27 to Aug. 1 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. M-F June 29 to July 3 2:30 to 4 p.m. M-F Aug. 3 to 7 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. W July 1 to 29 5:30 to 7 p.m. M-F Aug. 10 to 14 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Th July 2 to 30 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. M-F Aug. 10 to 14 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. Th July 2 to 30 6 to 7:30 p.m. M-F Aug. 31 to Sept. 4 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. M-F July 13 to 17 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. M-F July 13 to 17 1:15 to 2:45 p.m. M-F July 27 to Aug. 1 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. M-F Aug. 3 to 7 8:30 to 10 a.m. Sports Academy Golf Camp M-F Aug. 3 to 7 1:30 to 3 p.m. Focus on the fundamentals of form, swinging, putting M-F Aug. 10 to 14 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and body positioning. No need to bring your own clubs M-F August 10 to 14 4 to 5:30 p.m. – all equipment is provided. Taught by Skyhawks Sports M-F Aug. 31 to Sept. 4 4:30 to 6 p.m. Academy staff. (MK) The First Tee Par Level Golf Program Age Location Fee Golf skills instruction is seamlessly integrated with 5Y to 9Y Vaughan Athletic Center $115(R) / $159(N) life skills and interpersonal communication. Upon Barcode Day Date Time completion, participants will receive discounted golf rates and free practice opportunities at several local golf 80244 M-F July 6 to 10 9 a.m. to noon courses. PLAYer level completion required. (NM) Age Location Fee Sports Academy Beginning Golf Camp 9Y to 17Y Phillips Park Golf Course $115(R) / $155(N) Enjoy the fundamentals of form, swinging, putting Day Date Time and body positioning simplified to make an easy and M-F June 15 to 19 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. effective transition to the golf course. No need to bring M-F June 22 to 26 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. your own clubs; all equipment is provided. Taught by M-F June 29 to July 3 10 a.m. to noon Skyhawks Sports Academy staff. (MO) M June 29 to July 3 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Location M-F July 6 to 10 8:15 to 10:15 am M-F July 6 to 10 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Eola Community Center M-F July 20 to 24 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Barcode Day Date Time Age Fee M-F July 20 to 24 2 to 4 p.m. 80213 M-F July 20 9 a.m. to 5Y to 10Y $115(R) / Sa July 11 to Aug. 8 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. to 24 noon $172(N) M-F Aug. 3 to 7 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. 80214 M-F July 20 12:30 to 3Y to 4Y $65(R) / M-F Aug. 10 to 14 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. to 24 1:30 p.m. $97(N) M-F Sept. 7 to 11 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. 22 • Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30 LACROSSE Lacrosse Skills Camp Basic mechanics of cradling, passing, catching and Sports Academy Lacrosse Camp shooting will be covered and expanded upon. Proper footwork, positioning and the ability to move laterally Lacrosse combines the basic skills used in soccer, and linearly while maintaining balance also will be basketball and hockey into a fast-paced, high-scoring covered. Game play will help each player work on face- game. Athletes will learn all the fundamentals of stick off strategies and offensive and defensive strategies to handling, cradling, passing and shooting in a fun, non- help increase decision time. Contact will be minimal. checking environment. Staff also focuses on respect, Game situations and rules will be covered. Taught by teamwork and discipline. Taught by Skyhawks Sports All Star Sports Instruction staff. (MO) Academy staff. (MO) Age Location Fee Age Location Fee 7Y to 10Y Eola Community Center $101(R) / $151(N) 6Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $115(R) / $172(N) Barcode Day Date Time Barcode Day Date Time 80212 M-F July 13 to 17 3 to 5 p.m. 80117 M-F June 15 to 19 9 a.m. to noon

SOCCER Soccer Skills and Drills Compete at a higher level by learning and Jr. Soccer Camp improving basic soccer skills. Participants will learn soccer tactics and foot skills and play Get mentally and physically active and engaged during games. Players should wear gym shoes or cleats and this camp, which covers simple foot skills, dribbling, shin guards. (RM) passing, shooting, basic rules and spreading the field to Location Fee prepare players for the next level with an emphasis on the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship. Taught McCullough Park $45(R) / $68(N) by All Star Sports Instruction staff. (MO) (RM) (MK) Barcode Day Date Time Age Barcode Day Date Time Age Fee 80106 M-Th June 29 to July 2 9 to 11 a.m. 6Y to 11Y Eola Community Center 80107 M-Th June 29 to July 2 6 to 7 p.m. 12Y to 15Y 80028 M-F June 15 9:30 to 4Y to 6Y $101(R) / to 19 11:30 a.m. $151(N) 80108 M-Th July 6 to 9 5 to 6 p.m. 6Y to 11Y Prisco Community Center 80109 M-Th July 6 to 9 6 to 7 p.m. 12Y to 15Y 80100 M-F June 22 9:15 to 4Y to 6Y $101(R) / to 26 11:15 a.m. $151(N) Vaughan Athletic Center Kids First Soccer Camp 80059 M-F June 22 9 to 4Y to 6Y $101(R) / Have tons of fun with experienced coaches to 26 11 a.m. $151(N) teaching soccer game techniques that instill 80079 M-F July 13 9:30 to 5Y to 7Y $101(R) / confidence and enhance skills through to 17 11:30 a.m. $151(N) combining body balance and speed drills with drills 80080 M-F July 20 9 to 4Y to 6Y $101(R) / focusing on ball handling, passing, goalie positioning and to 24 11 a.m. $151(N) sportsmanship. Kids will be placed in groups ages 6 to 8 and 9 to 12. Taught by Kids First Sports Safety staff. (MO) Soccer Skills Camp Age Location Fee All basic skills of dribbling, shooting passing and 6Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $109(R) / $163(N) spacing will be covered extensively. Players also will Barcode Day Date Time learn the importance of movement and the role of each position. Taught by All Star Sports Instruction staff. (MK) 80203 M-F June 29 to July 3 9 a.m. to noon Age Location Fee 80204 M-F Aug. 10 to 14 9 a.m. to noon 6Y to 9Y Vaughan Athletic Center $101(R) / $151(N)

Barcode Day Date Time 80083 M-F July 27 to 31 9 to 11 a.m. foxvalleyparkdistrict.org • 23 Skyhawks Soccer Camp Chicago Storm Soccer Camp Gain the technical skills and knowledge required to Campers of all levels work on skills and strategies in raise play levels. Designed for beginner and intermediate a curriculum that is game-like and fun. Mini-Kickers players, this camp focuses on dribbling, passing, focuses on beginners. Half-day Camp focuses on shooting and ball control. All participants receive a dribbling, passing/receiving and shooting skills as well T-shirt, soccer ball and player evaluation. (MK) as team tactics and strategies in an interactive game Age Location Fee and scrimmage. Full-day Camp includes a lunch break. 6Y to 12Y Vaughan Athletic Center $135(R) / $189(N) All campers will receive a camp T-shirt, soccer ball and player evaluation. Taught by Chicago Storm staff and Barcode Day Date Time collegiate soccer players and coaches. (MO) 80243 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location Spring Lake Park

Sports Academy Soccer Camp Barcode Day Date Time Age Fee This camp focuses on dribbling, passing, shooting and Mini-Kickers ball control. All participants receive a T-shirt, soccer 80206 M-F July 13 9 a.m. 4Y to 6Y $155(R) / ball and player evaluation. Taught by Skyhawks Sports to 17 to noon $232(N) Academy staff. (MO) Half-day Camp Location 80207 M-F July 13 9 a.m. 7Y to 13Y $155(R) / Eola Community Center to 17 to noon $232(N)

Barcode Day Date Time Age Fee Full-day Camp 80154 M-F June 22 9 a.m. to noon 5Y to 6Y $115(R) / 80208 M-F July 13 9 a.m. 7Y to 13Y $190(R) / to 26 $172(N) to 17 to 3 p.m. $285(N) 80155 M-F June 22 9 a.m. to noon 7Y to 12Y $115(R) / to 26 $172(N) 80156 M-F June 22 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 6Y to 12Y $139(R) / to 26 $209(N)

Swimtastic Summer Camp Build both swimming skills and overall confidence in the water, working on swim strokes and drills. Campers will learn basic emergency response skills through a Junior Lifeguarding program that includes water rescues and CPR. All campers will receive a certificate for their participation in both swim lessons and Junior Lifeguarding. (JHV) Age Fee SWIMMING 6Y to 10Y $80(R) / $112(N) Barcode Day Date Time Splish Splash Camp Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center Cool down this summer at Splish Splash Camp. Dive 80012 M-F June 15 to 19 9 a.m. to noon into fun with aquatic mini-Olympics, beach and water 80013 M-F July 13 to 17 9 a.m. to noon sports, summer-themed crafts and a special lunch with Splash Country Water Park lifeguards. Junior lifeguard 80014 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 9 a.m. to noon and water safety skills also will be taught. Bring a sack Splash Country Water Park lunch, towel and sunscreen each day. (JHV) 80009 M-F June 15 to 19 9 a.m. to noon Age Location Fee 80010 M-F July 13 to 17 9 a.m. to noon 80011 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 9 a.m. to noon 7Y to 10Y Splash Country Water Park $149(R) / $225(N) Vaughan Athletic Center Barcode Day Date Time 80006 M-F June 15 to 19 9 a.m. to noon 80016 M-F June 15 to 19 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 80007 M-F July 13 to 17 9 a.m. to noon 80008 M-F Aug. 3 to 7 9 a.m. to noon 24 • Resident Registration begins March 21 TRACK & FIELD TENNIS Kids First Track & Field Tennis Camp - Phillips Park Fundamentals Camp Players will learn the fundamentals of tennis and Learn sprints, hurdles, jumps, distance running participate in drills and games. Balls and rackets will be and throws in a safe and fundamental way. provided. Second session will be relocated to Waubonsie Valley High School Tennis Courts. Class cancellations The camp consists of body balance techniques, due to weather will not be made up. (BSV) speed, quickness and agility drills. Camp concludes with an event championship series on Age Fee the final day. Taught by Kids First Sports Safety 7Y to 18Y $59(R) / $93(N) staff. (MO) (MK) Barcode Day Date Time Fee Phillips Park $59(R) / $89(N) 80101 M-Th June 8 to July 2 9 a.m. to noon Barcode Day Date Time Age 80102 M-Th June 8 to July 2 1 to 4 p.m. Eola Community Center Waubonsie Valley High School 80197 M-F July 6 to 10 9 to 10 a.m. 5Y to 6Y 80346 M-Th July 6 to July 30 9 a.m. to noon 80198 M-F July 6 to 10 10 to 11 a.m. 7Y to 9Y 80347 M-Th July 6 to July 30 1 to 4 p.m. 80199 M-F July 6 to 10 11 a.m. to noon 10Y to 14Y 80200 M-F July 27 to 31 9 to 10 a.m. 5Y to 6Y VOLLEYBALL 80201 M-F July 27 to 31 10 to 11 a.m. 7Y to 9Y 80202 M-F July 27 to 31 11 a.m. to noon 10Y to 14Y Volleyball Camp Vaughan Athletic Center Learn proper technique and skills including court 80165 M-F June 15 to 19 9 to 10 a.m. 5Y to 6Y movement, footwork, passing, underhand and overhand 80166 M-F June 15 to 19 10 to 11 a.m. 7Y to 9Y serving, setting, hitting and blocking. Taught by 80167 M-F June 15 to 19 11 a.m. to noon 10Y to 14Y Cyclones Volleyball staff. (JR) 80168 M-F July 6 to 10 9 to 10 a.m. 5Y to 6Y Location 80169 M-F July 6 to 10 10 to 11 a.m. 7Y to 9Y Vaughan Athletic Center 80170 M-F July 6 to 10 11 a.m. to noon 10Y to 14Y Barcode Day Date Time Age Fee 80171 M-F July 27 to 31 9 to 10 a.m. 5Y to 6Y 80231 M-Th Aug. 3 9 to 10:30 a.m. 10Y to 11Y $85(R) / 80172 M-F July 27 to 31 10 to 11 a.m. 7Y to 9Y to 6 $109(N) 80173 M-F July 27 to 31 11 a.m. to noon 10Y to 14Y 80232 M-Th Aug. 3 9 to 10:30 a.m. 11Y to 12Y $85(R) / to 6 $109(N) 80233 M-Th Aug. 3 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 12Y to 13Y $115(R) / Sports Academy Track & Field Camp to 6 $139(N) Learn the fundamentals of body positioning, 80234 M-Th Aug. 3 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 13Y to 14Y $115(R) / stride, proper stretching and cool-down to 6 $139(N) techniques. All participants receive a T-shirt and a merit award. Taught by Skyhawks Sports Kids First Volleyball Camp Academy staff. (MO) This instructional camp emphasizes volleyball safety Age Location Fee fundamentals when bumping, setting, spiking and 6Y to 12Y Eola Community Center $115(R) / $172(N) serving the ball. Players practice at the start of each session leading to competitive volleyball games. Taught Barcode Day Date Time by Kids First Sports Safety staff. (MO) 80116 M-F June 8 to 12 9 a.m. to noon Age Location Fee 7Y to 14Y Eola Community Center $109(R) / $163(N)

Barcode Day Date Time 80191 M-F June 22 to 26 9 a.m. to noon 80192 M-F July 20 to 24 9 a.m. to noon 80193 M-F Aug. 10 to 14 9 a.m. to noon

foxvalleyparkdistrict.org • 25 SUMMER CAMPS At-A-Glance CAMP AGES Page 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 EPIC ADVENTURE CAMPS  $ • • • • CSI: Red Oak • • • • Pioneer Experience • • • • Sports Mania • • • • Camp Atlantis • • • • SUMMER BLAST CAMPS  $ • • • • • • FOR TEENS Teens, Trips & Treks  • • • • Junior Counselor Program • • FREE CAMPS Summer Playgrounds  • • • • • • Neighborhood Art  • • • • • • FOR LITTLE ONES Preschool Summer Fun Camp  • • Kindergarten Enrichment Camp • • Off-to-Kindergarten Camp • • • BLACKBERRY FARM CAMPS Art Exploration Camp • • • • • Camp Blackberry  • • • • • • RED OAK NATURE CENTER CAMPS Outdoor Explorers Camp  • • • • • Extreme Encounters  • • • • Masters of Wild Survival  • • • Wild Survival  • • • Spineless Wonders • • • Wet n’ Wild Investigations • • • Wetland Wonders • • • Nature’s Neighbors • • • Buggin’ Out • • • Itty Bitty Bugs • • • Wild Artists • • • • • Wild Nights at Red Oak • • • SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY CAMPS LEGO Explorers Camp  • • • • Let’s Build It Engineering Camp • • • • Fun-Gineering with Simple Machines • • • • • LEGO Robotics and Engineering Camp  • • • • • • • • • Robotics Adventures • • • Rock & Roll Robotics • • • • • Awesome Robotics • • • • • Mighty Mathematicians • • • • STEM Software Programming Summer Camp  • • • • • Video Game Animation • • • • • Lights, Camera, Action: Harry Potter • • • • • STRATEGY CAMPS Strategy for Kids Camp  • • • • • Chess Scholars Camp  • • • • • • • • • ALL PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS • • • • • • GENERAL SPORTS CAMPS Kids First Ultimate Summer Fun Camp • • • • • • • • • Jr. Multi-Sports Camp  • • • • • • Kids First Badminton Camp  • • • • • • • • Kids First Dodge Ball Camp  • • • • • • • Hockey Skills Camp  • • • •

 FIELD TRIPS  ALL-DAY CAMP  EXTENDED CARE  MULTIPLE LOCATIONS $ DISCOUNT AVAILABLE SUMMER CAMPS At-A-Glance CAMP AGES Page 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 BASKETBALL CAMPS Kids First Basketball Camp  • • • • • • • • • • Jr. Basketball Camp  • • • Basketball Skills Camp  • • • • • • • BASEBALL & SOFTBALL CAMPS Baseball Skills Camp  • • • • • Kids First Baseball Camp  • • • • • • • Kids First Girls Softball Camp  • • • • • • • • • Girls Softball Skills Camp  • • • • • FOOTBALL CAMPS Kids First Flag Football Camp • • • • • • • Kids First Flag Football Games-Only Camp • • • • • • • Flag Football Skills Camp  • • • • • • FITNESS CAMP Resurgence Youth Training • • • • • • • GYMNASTICS, CHEER & POMS Gymnastics Camp • • • • • • • • • • • • Cheer/Poms Mini-Camp • • • • • • • • • • GOLF CAMPS The First Tee PLAYer Level Golf Program • • • • • • • • • • • The First Tee Par Level Golf Program • • • • • • • • • The First Tee Pee Wee Golf Program • • • Sports Academy Golf Camp • • • • • Sports Academy Beginning Golf Camp • • • • • • • • LACROSSE CAMPS Sports Academy Lacrosse Camp • • • • • • • Lacrosse Skills Camp • • • • SOCCER CAMPS Jr. Soccer Camp  • • • Soccer Skills Camp • • • • Soccer Skills and Drills • • • • • • • • • • Kids First Soccer Camp • • • • • • • Skyhawks Soccer Camp • • • • • • • Sports Academy Soccer Camp • • • • • • • • Chicago Storm Soccer Camp • • • • • • • • • • SWIMMING CAMPS Splish Splash Camp • • • • Swimtastic Summer Camp  • • • • • TRACK & FIELD CAMPS Kids First Track & Field • • • • • • • • • • Fundamentals Camp  Sports Academy Track & Field Camp • • • • • • • TENNIS CAMPS Tennis Camp – Phillips Park  • • • • • • • • • • • • VOLLEYBALL Volleyball Camp • • • • • Kids First Volleyball Camp • • • • • • • •

 FIELD TRIPS  ALL-DAY CAMP  EXTENDED CARE  MULTIPLE LOCATIONS $ DISCOUNT AVAILABLE Fox Valley Park District… Where Summer Camp Fun Begins!

Summer Camp Guide 2015 The Fox Valley Park District’s Summer Camp Guide is Managing Editors Dawn Hartman and Jeff Long published once a year. Please keep your guide to refer to Graphic Design Erika Swanson throughout the season. The Summer Camp Guide also can Photography Mary Beth Nolan be downloaded at foxvalleyparkdistrict.org.

Scholarship Opportunities Oops! The Fox Valley Park District recognizes that The Park District staff has made every effort to prepare Look for all residents should have opportunities this brochure as accurately as possible. However, errors this icon to participate in recreation programs. To can occur. Circumstances may require that adjustments next to the encourage participation, the District offers be made to programs, fees, schedules, etc. The Park programs a scholarship program to resident families District reserves the right to make any such adjustments. in this book experiencing financial hardships. Residents The District apologizes for any inconvenience these that qualify. who qualify may apply to receive up to $40 errors or adjustments may cause. per person each program season to use for non-contractual Park District programs. The Photo Disclaimer desired program must have an opening for All registrants and participants permit the taking of registration. Applications are accepted at photographs and videos of themselves and their children any community center weekdays between during Park District activities for publication and use as 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. starting March 23. the Park District deems appropriate. Families must be at or below the federal poverty levels to qualify. Allow 4 to 6 Behavior Management Policy weeks for the application process. The Park District expects participants to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times. Guidelines have been FREE! Look for this symbol for free developed to help make our programs safe and enjoyable programming. for all participants. For a complete listing of those F guidelines, visit foxvalleyparkdistrict.org. ree! Fox Force Volunteer Opportunities Attention Parents There are many different types of With the children’s best interest in mind, parents and volunteer opportunities through the Fox friends are asked to not remain in the classroom or gym Valley Park District. To volunteer, visit during class time. The Park District asks instructors to Look for this foxvalleyparkdistrict.org, download and enforce this policy so that children may devote their icon next to submit a Volunteer Interest Form or attention to the class without any outside interruptions. programs in contact Debbie Smith at 630-966-4555. This policy is for safety as well as learning experiences. need of Children outside of the classroom should have adult volunteers. supervision at all times. A Parent Day may be scheduled in some programs.

28 • Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30 General Information • All registrations are accepted on a space- available basis. Programs that do not meet the minimum enrollment will be canceled Fox Valley Park District… or postponed. • Children must meet the age requirement for Where Summer Camp Fun Begins! all preschool and youth-related programs by the designated start date of desired program. • Some programs may require special registration forms on specified dates as Program Contact Information noted in the Park District Activity Guide. Most program listings in this guide have a person’s initials in • The Fox Valley Park District provides programs, parenthesis at the end of the description. Use the information activities and facilities without discrimination or segregation on the grounds of race, color, below to contact the person in charge of that particular program. religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, (Note: CPRP is the designation for a Certified Park and Recreation sexual orientation or veteran status. Professional.) Camp locations are listed on the back page. Non-Resident Fees (BR) Bryan Roberts 630-892-1550 Blackberry Farm A person residing outside the Park District boundaries of Aurora, North Aurora and (BSV) Brad Schmidt, CPRP 630-907-9600 Vaughan Montgomery must pay a non-resident fee (CJ) Carrie Johnson 630-859-8606 Prisco according to the following policy: (DB) Deedee Buscher 630-851-8990 Eola • Class fees are generally 50% higher than (DS) Debbie Smith, CPRP 630-966-4555 Cole resident fee listed. (GW) Greg Woolford 630-851-8990 Eola • Note: Those living in Sugar Grove pay the resident rate but may not register until (JHV) Jem Hughes 630-907-9600 Vaughan non-resident registration begins. (JR) Jordan Real, CPRP 630-907-9600 Vaughan Check Policy (KB) Kristin Balderas 630-851-8990 Eola • Classes are paid for in full at time of (KD) Kyle Donahue 630-859-8606 Prisco registration unless otherwise noted. Checks should be made out to the Fox Valley Park (LB) Laureen Baumgartner, CPRP 630-892-1550 Vaughan District. A $25 service fee is charged for (MG) Margaret Gazdacka, CPRP 630-897-1808 Red Oak returned checks and payment is required (MK) Michelle Krob 630-907-9600 Vaughan within seven days; otherwise, participants will be removed from the class. (MO) Matt Odom 630-851-8990 Eola Refund Policy (NM) Nicole Mullins 630-499-0680 First Tee • 100% refund (less $5 service charge) (RM) Rafael Martinez 630-859-8606 Prisco if received at least three working days prior to start of program. 3 Simple Ways to Register • 50% refund if received prior to second course meeting. Residents: Saturday, March 21 • 8:30 a.m. • No refund after second course meeting. Non-residents: Monday, March 30 • 8:30 a.m. • 100% refund if class is closed or canceled.

1. Online: 3. Walk-in/drop-off registration: www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org Eola Community Center Click on Program Registration 555 S. Eola Road, Aurora Prisco Community Center 2. Mail-in registration (form on page 30): 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora FVPD, 150 W. Illinois Ave. Vaughan Athletic Center Aurora, IL 60506 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora

28 • Resident Registration begins March 21 | Non-resident Registration begins March 30 Summer Camp Guide 2015 | foxvalleyparkdistrict.org • 29 30 • Resident Registration begins March| 21Non-resident Registration begins March 30 Fox Valley Park District Need another form? Registration Form Download one from our website: foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

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Mail-in registrations: Make check payable to Fox Valley Park District. Mail to: Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora, IL 60506 • Fax registrations: Fax form to 630-897-6896 (will call for credit card information)

Hold Harmless Agreement Please read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in this program/activity, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss which you or your minor child/ward might sustain as a result of partici- pating in any and all activities connected with and associated with this program/activity (including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided). I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in this program/activity, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any and all injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of said participation. I further agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward) as a result of participating in this program/activity against the District, including its officials, agents, program instructors, volunteers and employees. I hereby authorize and give my consent to the District to photograph/video my child (or me), and without limitation, to use such photographs/video in connection with promoting/ advertising the services, programs, and facilities of the District, without consideration of any kind. I have read and fully understand the above important information, warning of risk, assumption of risk, waiver and release of all claims, and photo/video authorization. If registering online or via fax, my online or facsimile signature shall substitute for and have the same legal effect as an original form signature.

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Early Bird LOW RATES Outdoor Aquatic Season Pass Rates through April 30 Residents Non-residents Ages 13 to 61 $65 $85 Ages 2 to 12 / Ages 62 and up $55 $69 Weekday Working Pass (weekdays after 4 p.m. only) All Ages $39 $55 EXCLUSIVE! Splash Pass for Vaughan members Pass holders receive Residents Non-residents awesome perks Ages 13 to 61 $60 $80 FREE admission to GLOW SWIM Ages 2 to 12 / Ages 62 and up $50 $65 at Phillips Park on July 18 Children under 2 FREE at outdoor aquatic centers  $15 discount on outdoor aquatic EXTENDED HOURS Rates increase birthday party packages New starting May 1. Discounted outdoor aquatic program Splash Country Water Park Hours: fees & rentals Monday to Friday: 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visit foxvalleyparkdistrict.org Invitation to the exclusive Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. for more information. Members Only event at Splash Saturday, July 4: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Country on June 20 Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center Hours: Monday to Friday: Noon to 7:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: Noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 4 and Monday, Sept. 7 (Labor Day): 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Enjoy FUN on the farm all season long! Blackberry Farm Season Passes offer UNLIMITED rides on the train, hay wagon, paddle boats, pedal tractors, carousel and ponies! Our pioneer village features historical interpreters teaching visitors about life in the late 1800s, a barn with live animals, lush perennial gardens, picnic areas, a scenic lake, food service, gift shop and more! And don’t miss the Adventure Playground! Buy EARLY and save! Season passes are available for purchase at any community center Cole Center (weekdays only) or online at foxvalleyparkdistrict.org. 2015 Regular Season is May 1 to Oct. 25 Fox Valley Park District Summer Camp Locations

Blackberry Farm Phillips Park 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora Montgomery and Howell, 101 W. Illinois Ave. Blackberry Trail Park Aurora Griffin & William, Aurora Phillips Park Aurora, IL 60506 Butterfield Park Golf Course DuPage Pkwy 1001 Hill Ave., Aurora & Blue Spruce, Aurora Prisco Community “Coach” Wilbert Center Walters Park 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora Highland Ave., Aurora Red Oak Nature Center Copley Boxing & Route 25, one mile north Training Center of Route 56, Batavia 517 N. Union Ave., Aurora Splash Country Eola Community Water Park Center 195 S. Barnes Road, Aurora 555 S. Eola Road, Aurora Spring Lake Park Fearn Park McCoy & Gregory, Aurora 1600 Hawksley Drive, North Tanner Trails Park Aurora Bauer & Meade, Greene Field Park North Aurora Russell and Illinois Avenue, Vaughan Athletic Aurora Center Lebanon Park 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora Parker & Douglas, Aurora Waubonsie Lake Park Lippold Park Montgomery and Kautz 2001 S. River St., Batavia Roads, Aurora McCullough Park Waubonsie Valley Illinois & Lake, Aurora High School Orchard Valley 2590 Ogden Ave., Aurora Golf Course Wheatlands Park 2411 W. Illinois Ave., Barrington and Spinnaker, Aurora Aurora