ECO-ADVENTURES DAY CAMP
June 15-July 30 (no camp week of July 6-9)
Age 3-Grade 5* $30 per child
10-11:30 a.m. & 1-2:30 p.m.**
T,W,Th or F (choose one)
Tuesdays, Wednesdays at Homer Lake
Thursdays, Fridays at Lake of the Woods
*Must be 3 years old by the first day of camp; grade is grade completed in May 2010.
**Afternoon programs limited to children age 3-grade 2.
June 15-18
GO GREEN!
Did you know that you can help the environment? This week at camp we will learn ways to take care of Mother Earth. You can make a difference!
June 22-25
POND LIFE
Come prepared to dip into a world of water. We'll explore the ponds and lakes of the forest preserves to see who lives there.
June 29-July 2
POWERFUL POLLINATORS
Have you ever stood beside a flower and noticed how many different kinds of bees, wasps, butterflies, moths, and flies were visiting? Be prepared to investigate the special world of pollination and pollinators this week at camp.
July 13-16
MINIATURE WORLDS OF THE CHAMPAIGN COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES
Find a new perspective on nature by investigating the tiny worlds that exist right under our noses. Take an up-close look at some often overlooked plants and animals.
July 20-23
ART IN NATURE
Nature provides lots of materials that can be used to create works of art: rocks, leaves, pine cones, pine needles and more. Come see what you can discover to make a unique creation of your own.
July 27-30
THE WORD ON BIRDS
Discover what birds can tell you about the gossip in the woods and white life is like from inside a feather coat!
Upon arrival, children will be divided into groups based on age and grade completed in May 2010. Children must register for the same day each week. Note your first, second and third choice of days on the registration form. Fees listed are for the entire six-week program.
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FULL-DAY CAMPS
If you like Eco-Adventures, you will love this full-day camp!
Grades 2-5 $15 per child per day
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
July 6 - Homer Lake
July 7 - Lake of the Woods
ECO-INVESTIGATORS
So you think you can be a good detective? Then come prepared to put your skills to the test! For more information, call (217) 896-2455.
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GRAND PRAIRIE KIDS
June 16. June 30, July 14
Ages 5-12 9:30-11:00 a.m.
$5 per child per program
Dip into some summertime fun! Each morning is filled with stories, crafts, and bits of information. Sign up for one, two or all three sessions. Meet at the Early American Museum.
June 16
ONE-ROOM SCHOOLHOUSE
Have fun in our one-room schoolhouse with our 19-century school marm.
June 30
THE GIVING TREE
How important is a tree in your life?
July 14
BREAD AND BUTTER
Make butter the old-fashioned way and have a tasty treat.
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GARDEN ADVENTURES DAY CAMP
Discovery Garden, Lake of the Woods
Mondays, 9-11 a.m. June 14-July 26 (no camp July 5)
Grades K-5* $35 per child
*Grade completed in May 2010
Develop your green thumb as you plant and tend the children's Discovery Garden. The reward -- new vegetables that you have grown!
June 14
PLANT THE GARDEN
Campers will grow a green thumb while learning about plants and starting a flower garden.
June 21
CRITTERS IN THE GARDEN
Search for insects and other animals in the Discovery Garden and make critters from natural materials to take home.
June 28
ORGANIC GARDENING
Come prepared to learn what it takes to be an organic gardener.
July 12
PECULIAR PLANTS
Campers will learn about unusual plants and their unique adaptations.
July 19
WET WEEK
It's all about water this week! Campers will learn about the water cycle, and get saturated with knowledge.
July 26
FILL MY TUMMY WITH SOMETHING YUMMY
Come see what has been growing in the Discovery Garden and then eat some yummy treats.
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TINY TOT GARDEN ADVENTURES
Discovery Garden, Lake of the Woods
Wednesdays, 9-10:30 a.m. June 16-July 28 (no camp July 7)
3-5 year olds (PreK) & adult $30 per child
June 16
PLANT THE GARDEN
Tots will grow green thumbs in the Discovery Garden.
June 23
CRITTERS IN THE GARDEN
Tots go on a bug hunt to learn about these creepy crawlers.
June 30
SQUIRMY WORMY
Campers will study earthworms that wriggle, push, pull, and squirm.
July 14
PECULIAR PLANTS
Plants that eat animals? How do they do it??
July 21
WET WEEK
Tots will become experts on the oceans and freshwater environments. Arrive dry -- leave wet!
July 28
FILL MY TUMMY WITH SOMETHING YUMMY
It's time to taste test the Discovery Garden! Stomach says, "Fill me up!"
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JUNIOR GOLF LESSONS
Lake of the Woods Golf Course
Tuesdays, June 8, 15, 22, 29 (rain date July 6)
Ages 8-9 1:00-1:55 p.m.
Ages 10-12 2:00-2:55 p.m.
Ages 13-17 3:00-3:55 p.m.
$40 per child
Get your youngsters involved in the wonderful world of golf. Our golf professionals will provide them with all the skills they need so they can enjoy this game at any age.
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JUNIOR GOLF CAMP
July 12-16 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
$100 per child
This camp is for ages 10-17 and is a more hands-on and in-depth teaching of the game of golf, its rules, and proper etiquette. Limited to first 25 participants.
Camps meet at the Lake of the Woods Golf Course. For more information and to register, call (217) 586-2183.
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BE A PART OF A GREAT TEAM!
Counselor-in-Training Program
If you are 11 years or older, you may apply to be a Counselor-in-Training for the nature, garden and museum camps. For more information and an application form, contact Siv Schwink at (217) 896-2455 or sschwink@ccfpd.org. Candidates are selected through an application and interview process.
Download our CIT application.
Adult Volunteer Opportunities
Our adult volunteers play a valuable role in our summer programs! Please contact Stacey Clementz to find out more information about where we need the most help.
Summer Employment
The CCFPD has many summer employment opportunities, including working at one of our summer camps. Please call (217) 586-3360 or visit our employment page for more information.
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