 Recreation
& Parks |
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Summer
Camps |
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For more information, call the Carrboro Recreation
and Parks Department at 918-7364. Payment
of $20 (nonrefundable)
deposit will reserve a slot. Participants
should bring a snack each day.
Camp balances are due by June
1 .
After
June 1st-all payments are required in-full.
Carrboro's camps reflect the creativity, skills, and
talents of a staff who are dedicated in providing a
wonderful camp experience.
To
review PHOTOS of our Summer
2008 Camps~click on the appropriate
camp listed below:
REC CONNECT 
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Basketball Camp
Field Hockey Camp
Taste of Sports Camp
Ultimate Camp
Volleyball Camp
Kinderventures Camps
Eco-Odyssey Camp
Art Extravaganza Camp
Summer Traditions Camp
Music Around the World Camp
Taste of Summer Camp
Eco Adventure Camp
Rock Band Camps
Tennis Camps
Fishing Camps
Extreme Drama Camp
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| Basketball
Camp |
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A camp designed to introduce the fundamentals of basketball
to the participant. Instructor guides the participant
in understanding the skills of shooting, passing, dribbling,
rebounding, and team play.
Ages: 9-11
Dates: June 29-July 3
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
6363
Ages: 6-8
Dates: July 13-17
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
6362
CONTACT PERSON:
Craig Wolfe
PHONE: 918-7376
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| Field
Hockey Camp |
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Field Hockey is an exciting and challenging sport which
has become popular in our area. Our camp offers you
the chance to try field hockey for the first time or
improve your skills and keep in shape.
Ages: 14-17
Dates: June 29-July 3
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
6403
Ages: 10-13
Dates: July 13-17
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
6402
CONTACT PERSON:
Craig Wolfe
PHONE: 918-7376
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| Taste
of Sports Camp |
A camp designed to introduce a variety of sports to the
participant, the instructor will teach basic fundamentals,
then players will play the game! This is a great camp
for those who like to play many games, not just one.
Ages: 6-9
Dates: July 27-31
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
6417
CONTACT PERSON: Craig
Wolfe
PHONE: 918-7376
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| Ultimate
Frisbee Camp |
Check out one of the hottest new sports
in the area! Players will experience how to play ultimate
Frisbee. A combination of throwing catching, and running,
This sport will definitely challenge the mind and body.
Ages: 10-15
Dates: June 22-26
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
6418
CONTACT PERSON:
Craig Wolfe
PHONE: 918-7376
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| Volleyball
Camp |
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A camp designed to introduce the fundamentals of volleyball.
Instructor guides the participant in understanding the
skills of the bump, set, and spike.
Ages: 10-13
Dates: July 20-24
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
6419
CONTACT PERSON:
Craig Wolfe
PHONE: 918-7376
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| Kinderventures
Camp |
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Kinderventures Camp is a summer filled with fun, excitement,
crafts, games, music, and more. Activities are designed
to enhance fine motor skills, communication, and cooperation
skills. Kinderventures activities are held in a stimulating
atmosphere with trained, friendly staff.
Dates:
5354 June 15
- June 19 (ages
4-5)
5355 June 22
- June 26 (ages 4-5)
5356 June 29 - July
3 (ages
3-5)
5357 July 7 -
July 10(ages3-5)**
5358 July 13 - July
17 (ages
3-5)
Time: 9am-12am
Fee: $88
**$76 for July 7 - July 10
*Snack needed
*Four staff
*Group size: 20
CONTACT PERSON:
Dana Hughes
PHONE: 918-7372
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| Eco
- Explores Camp |
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Spark a life long interest and appreciation of the
natural world. Participants will explore the natural
world using all their senses. Campers will gain exposure
to bird watching, science experiments, exploring plants,
insects, habitats and more!
Ages: 6-9 yrs
Dates: June 15 - June 19
Time: 8:30am-12:30pm
Fee: $105
6330
*Snack needed
*Two staff
*Group size: 14
CONTACT PERSON:
Dana Hughes
PHONE: 918-7372
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| Art
Extavaganza |
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You imagine the projects and counselors will help create
them using crayons, markers, paint, Plaster of Paris,
clay and more. Each day, campers will tackle a different
medium. Your artist will be engaged in both individual
and group projects.
Ages: 6-9 yrs
Dates: June 22- June 26
Time: 8:30am-12:30pm
Fee: $93
6329
*Snack needed
*Three staff
*Group size: 20
CONTACT PERSON:
Dana Hughes
PHONE: 918-7372
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| Carrboro
Survivor Camps |
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Register with a friend and see if you can survive a
week of Carrboro’s fun and exciting summer camp.
The camp staff will put your skills to the test with
obstacle courses, treasure hunts and many more games
and activities.
Ages: 9-12 yrs
Dates: June 29 - July 3
Time: 8:30am- 12:30pm
Fee: $105
6475
Carrboro Survivor Camp for Teens
The challenges in this camp will be geared toward the
teens. Register with a friend and see if you can survive
a week of Carrboro’s fun and exciting summer camp.
The camp staff will put your skills to the test with obstacle
courses, treasure hunts and many more games and activities.
Ages: 13-15 yrs
Dates: June 29 - July 3
Time: 1:30am- 5:30pm
Fee: $105
6476
*Snack and lunch needed
*Two staff
*Group size: 20
CONTACT PERSON:
Dana Hughes
PHONE: 918-7372
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| Music
Around the World |
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We will travel the globe exploring music from various
countries. The group will create instruments from other
cultures and continents. No previous knowledge or study
of music is required only a willingness to listen with
open ears and be exposed to the magic of music.
Ages: 6-9 yrs
Dates: July 7 - July 10
Time: 8:30am- 12::30pm
Fee: $83
6331
*Snack needed
*Two staff
*Group size: 20
CONTACT PERSON:
Dana Hughes
PHONE: 918-7372
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Taste Of Summer Camp |
| This camp session
is a taste of everything that summer camp is meant to
be. whether you enjoy sports, arts & crafts, games,
or songs, there is something in this camp for everyone.
The theme will change daily!
Ages: 6-9 yrs
Dates: July 13 - July 17
Time: 8:30am- 3:30pm
Fee: $145
5363
*Snacks needed
*Two staff
*Group size: 20
CONTACT PERSON:
Dana Hughes
PHONE: 918-7372
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| Eco
- Adventure Camp |
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Designed with an older group in mind. This camp will
include a day trip for paddling, bird watching, pond
studies, a mammal program, and more, all woven together
with basic principals of ecology
Ages: 9-12 yrs
Dates: July 20- July 24
Time: 8:30am-12:30pm
Fee: $120
5352
*Snack needed
*Two staff
*Group size: 14
CONTACT PERSON:
Dana Hughes
PHONE: 918-7372
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| Rock
Band Camps |
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Local muscians and teachers join their talents in offering
a camp. We'll specialize in Rock, Blues, Punk, Country,
Jazz & Funk! Focus on group dynamics, putting it
all together, and getting gigs. Performing Century Hall
will be a bonus as will the mixed recording of the rock
concert! Participants should have their own instruments!
Dates:
5360 July 20
- July 24 (Ages: 12-14 yrs)
5361 August
3- August 7 (Ages: 14-16)
Time: 1:00am-3:00pm
Fee: $165
*1 to 3 staff
*Group size: 14
CONTACT PERSON:
Dana Hughes
PHONE: 918-7372
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| Tennis
Camps |
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Campers will have a great time learning the game of
tennis. Skill concentration will include forehand, backhand,
volley and serve. Campers will also learn the basic
rules of tennis and participate in various drills and
games designed to enhance their skills and promote continued
participation in the sport. Tennis etiquette is highlighted
and expected throughout camp. PTR certified Ron Rudin
will direct the camps.
Dates:
5364 June 15
- June 18
Ages: 9-12 yrs
5365 July 27
- July 30
Ages: 9-12 yrs
Instructor for above classes: Ron Rudin
6619 June 22
- June 25
Ages: 8-12 yrs
6620 July 7
- July 10
Ages: 9-13 yrs
Instructor for above classes: Patti Fox
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Fee: $78
*Group size: 10
CONTACT PERSON:
Dana Hughes
PHONE: 918-7372
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| Fishing
Camps |
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This will be a five-day catch and release fishing camp.
Young anglers will learn the basics of rigging rods
and lines, baiting and casting, and tying fishing knots.
Instruction will be provided throughout the day and
participants can look forward to catching each of the
various species of fish found in North Carolina waters
such as Bass, Bream, Crappie,Catfish and more. Equipment
needed: 4 1/2 to 6 ft. lightweight freshwater spinning
rod or Zebco equivalent.
Ages: 8-13 yrs
Dates:
5662 June 22-
June 26
5663 July 13-
July 17
Time: 2:30pm-5:00pm
Fee: $80
Instructor: Tom Mills
*2 staff
*Group size: 15
CONTACT PERSON:
Wendell Rodgers
PHONE: 918-7371
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| Extreme
Drama Camp |
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Before the summer is over, express yourself in a fun
and unique way! Through writing, games, music, dance,
monologues, and scenes, we will explore the individual
as as artist in this one-week camp. Find your true voice
and talent, and learn confidence in your creative self
in a supportive environment as we put together a show.
A showcase of talent will wrap up this camp on Friday
for the whole family to attend.
Ages: 11-16 yrs
Dates: July 27-July 31
Time: 1:30pm-4:30pm
Fee: $117
5661
*Instructor: Kate Finlayson
*1 staff
*Group Size: 12
CONTACT PERSON:
Wendell Rodgers
PHONE: 918-7371
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