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Dedicated to Adventures for Young People Ages 12-18   Join other teenagers from all over the U.S. for fun and exciting summer adventures in North America's amazing wilderness. Besides an amazing amount of fun, you'll see incredible scenery, experience the benefits of being a member of a close community, learn many new outdoor skills, become a stronger leader, and gain self-confidence. Exciting 16 - 29 day wilderness adventures for 12 - 18 year olds in Washington, Oregon, California, Canada, Montana, Alaska, North Carolina & New Hampshire. A 1:4 instructor:student ratio with a focus on community and growth. Activities include backpacking, rock climbing, zip-lining, mountaineering, canoeing, mountain biking, sea kayaking, sailing, canyoneering and whitewater rafting. (less) ... (more)

This science camp is no ordinary summer camp!   We offer the only overnight animal camp in the country! Cub Creek is a traditional summer camp, offering all the classic camp activities, that has gone one giant step further than everyone else. We have built a zoo just for campers. Our campers can go into each animals enclosure for some up close and personal contact. They can feed a sloth, walk a llama, hold a baby kangaroo, pet a porcupine (very carefully of course), launch rockets, explore a cave, make candy and crafts and even solve a crime, slide down a zip line, climb a tower, shoot an arrow or a rifle. Each camper decides what want to do and learn at camp. We have a modern facility with air-conditioned cabins, great food and caring staff. We even offer one of the only Jr Vet programs in the country. Visit our website to see what sets us apart. - ACA accredited (less) ... (more)

   Since 1976, over 12,000 teens from around the world have joined Bold Earth Adventures. Operating on six continents, we teach skills which will lead to a lifetime of exploration, friendship and memories! Bold Earth has something for everyone, from beginner to expert! If you are interested in fun, community service, culture, language immersion, adventure and travel, then this is the camp for you. Zip-line through towering jungle trees, raft world class rivers, climb peaks, dive tropical Fiji, build bamboo rafts in Bali, hike the great wall of China, visit Machu Picchu or surf the warm blue waters of Hawaii! Extraordinary leaders + motivated participants + quality adventures = friendships and experiences which will last a lifetime. A summer with Bold Earth is living the dream ... we hope you join us! (less) ... (more)

Colorado Outdoor Camps   Cheley Colorado Camps own over 1300 spectacular high-country acres surrounded by snow-capped peaks that soar to 14,000 feet. The historic campus, 75 miles northwest of Denver, borders Rocky Mountain National Park and the Roosevelt National Forest. Since 1921, the Cheley family and Cheley Camps has provided 9 to 17 year-olds the summer of their lives. Activities include hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, outcamping, rock climbing, mountain biking, crafts, and sports, riflery, archery and white water rafting. (less) ... (more)

   KIVU is a "Best in Class" Colorado Adventure for teenagers 13-18. We have 14 day adventures, 7 day adventures, International Trips, and Parent/Child Backpack adventures all centered in the San Juan Mountains of Durango Colorado.

Camp Adventures   Your summer adventure begins at Long Lake Camp Adventures in New York's Great Adirondack Park. Every day is thrilling as you embark on your unique journey. Campers enjoy all the positive aspects of camp life while living in modern cabins, having great fun and learning skills that will last a lifetime. At Long Lake Adventure Camp our campers have the unique opportunity to create their own schedule from a wide variety of options for each of our seven periods. We go on many exciting trips exploring the Adirondack high peaks, unspoiled rivers, lush forests plus sea plane rides and theme parks with roller coasters and giant water slides! Since 1969 our family has provided the most wonderful experiences in summer fun. Campers immediately feel at home enabling them to thrive and grow. (less) ... (more)

Marine Science Education   Seacamp offers marine science education and summer camp experiences including SCUBA, sailing, board sailing, and arts & crafts to students from 12-17 years of age. Seacamp is a non-profit, marine science education facility located on Big Pine Key in the tropical Florida Keys and Florida's fragile coral reefs. Founded in 1966.

High-Energy Adventure Camp For Boys!   Discover hidden talents at this high-energy adventure camp for boys! Rappel down a 42-foot tower, balance on 25-foot high ropes, dodge friends at paintball, learn survival skills in the woods, take aim on the archery field, and that's just the beginning! For young men ages 11-16, Camp St. John's Northwestern is the place for personal growth and achievement. The goal is to develop leadership, teamwork, physical endurance and self-confidence and have fun in the process. Combine unique activities with the supportive staff and unparalleled amenities of the St. John's Northwestern campus, and you've one heck of an Adventure Camp! It all begins on registration day. Campers are divided into four groups and immediately begin to compete against each other in all aspects of camp. Due to the skillful efforts of our camp staff, individuals quickly evolve into highly energized and unified teams or platoons. Campers experience the roles of both team player and leader, giving them a better understanding of teamwork. Throughout camp, scores for each activity are tallied until the last day when it all comes down to a single moment at the closing ceremony. You can hear a pin drop as the boys hold their breath to see who has won the most prestigious award possible at Camp St. John's Northwestern: the coveted Best Platoon of Camp. (less) ... (more)

Arts Camp   Long Lake is the arts camp that goes beyond the traditional idea of a summer camp. Our unique non-competitive and nurturing program caters to boys and girls from around the world who want to immerse themselves in the performing arts and or fine arts. Campers choose Long Lake for fantastic summer fun in Drama, Acting, Musical Theater, Fine Arts with 20 studios, all forms of Dance, Music, Film-making, Rock Music and Circus. At Long Lake you concentrate on what YOU like best and still have time to explore and develop in new areas. By creating your own program you get exactly what you want for the perfect summer! Our campers also can enjoy the most beautiful waterfront for swimming and skiing excitement and loads of fun in many land sports- as in the arts, all offered in the same style that supports each others achievements. With over 40 years under the same dedicated family ownership Long Lake offers a safe and wholesome environment where campers succeed and grow. We have 150 experienced staff and artists in residence for only 250 campers each session. (less) ... (more)

A music camp for Orchestra, Jazz, Rock, Vocals.   Long Lake Music Camp offers young musicians, ages 10 to 16 an unsurpassed summer music camp experience. You design your perfect music camp with our help and guidance. We offer private and group lessons in all instruments, styles and levels. We have special programs for our Vocalists, Rock Bands, Jazz Bands, and introducing our new Band Camp choice. You can not only learn but also perform weekly to an appreciative knowledgeable audience. In addition to all our music camp choices you can enjoy freely our Fine Arts, Circus, Musical Theater, Drama, Dance, Film and more. (less) ... (more)

Fun and Educational Experiences for Your Child   Camp adventure starts June 13 - August 26, 2011. Summer day camp for 3-11 year olds and a teen camp for 12-14 year olds. Sign up for 2 days a week, weekly, or for the entire summer enrollment. State licensed since 1997. Activities are all age specific, includes swimming and may include small and large group games/sports, music, crafts, field trips and many more activities. (less) ... (more)

Come to Emagination for leading edge technology learning PLUS summer camp fun!   Create 3D Animations, Flash Animations, Digital Music, iApps. Design Video Games. Build Robots, RC Cars. Recreation and socialization are important parts of our program. Get Unplugged in Swimming, Retro Games, Color Wars, Talent Show. Coed ages 8-17. Day & Overnight. Two-week sessions allow time to make friends and become part of a community. Join "kids like me" from around the world at camps near Atlanta, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia. Click our logo to visit us and learn why parents prefer Emagination. (less) ... (more)

Summer Tech Fun!   Take hobbies further and gain a competitive edge! Create iPhone apps, video games, movies, robots, websites, 3D models, and more at weeklong, day and overnight programs held at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Princeton, Stanford, and others. Small classes for ages 7-17 in a fun and challenging setting. Also 2-week, Teen-only programs held at American, Princeton, Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and other universities: iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy (filmmaking and photography). (less) ... (more)

Developmental Music Program   We are a not-for-profit organization that teaches Kindermusik, a developmental program that educates parents how to maximize playtime with their children to advance brain development while bonding with them. Kindermusik promotes cognitive, physical, language, social, emotional and musical development in young children. Classes are specific to each child's developmental stage, and are taught by trained and licensed Kindermusik educators who are passionate about transforming the lives of children through musical learning. Classes are taught at the All Saints Lutheran Church in Fitchburg (Hwy PD) and at the First Presbyterian Church in Waunakee (Hwy Q.) Please call Director Betsy Flanagan at 608-576-6688 to try a class for FREE! (less) ... (more)

CHALLENGING & FUN - Ages 5-18 Day & Overnight.   You'll be challenged everyday with improving your study skills, as well as your knowledge of math, science, English and computer technology. Activities at Delphi include horseback riding, archery, tennis, drama, art and music as well as exciting weekend activities like camping, rafting, trips to the beach and crabbing.

Environmental Education   The Aldo Leopold Nature Center (ALNC), is a private nonprofit organization that promotes environmental education in the region through the operation of two state-of-the-art nature centers in Monona and Black Earth. ALNC also spearheads Nature Net, The Environmental Learning Network. Primary services are naturalist-led programs on the land and in the classroom, public programs and teacher training. From toddlers to teens, ALNC ...teaches the student to see the land, to understand what he sees, and enjoy what he understands, in the spirit of renowned ecologist Aldo Leopold. (less) ... (more)

This science camp is no ordinary summer camp!   We offer the only overnight animal camp in the country! Cub Creek is a traditional summer camp, offering all the classic camp activities, that has gone one giant step further than everyone else. We have built a zoo just for campers. Our campers can go into each animals enclosure for some up close and personal contact. They can feed a sloth, walk a llama, hold a baby kangaroo, pet a porcupine (very carefully of course), launch rockets, explore a cave, make candy and crafts and even solve a crime, slide down a zip line, climb a tower, shoot an arrow or a rifle. Each camper decides what want to do and learn at camp. We have a modern facility with air-conditioned cabins, great food and caring staff. We even offer one of the only Jr Vet programs in the country. Visit our website to see what sets us apart. - ACA accredited (less) ... (more)

   Since 1976, over 12,000 teens from around the world have joined Bold Earth Adventures. Operating on six continents, we teach skills which will lead to a lifetime of exploration, friendship and memories! Bold Earth has something for everyone, from beginner to expert! If you are interested in fun, community service, culture, language immersion, adventure and travel, then this is the camp for you. Zip-line through towering jungle trees, raft world class rivers, climb peaks, dive tropical Fiji, build bamboo rafts in Bali, hike the great wall of China, visit Machu Picchu or surf the warm blue waters of Hawaii! Extraordinary leaders + motivated participants + quality adventures = friendships and experiences which will last a lifetime. A summer with Bold Earth is living the dream ... we hope you join us! (less) ... (more)

Come to Emagination for leading edge technology learning PLUS summer camp fun!   Create 3D Animations, Flash Animations, Digital Music, iApps. Design Video Games. Build Robots, RC Cars. Recreation and socialization are important parts of our program. Get Unplugged in Swimming, Retro Games, Color Wars, Talent Show. Coed ages 8-17. Day & Overnight. Two-week sessions allow time to make friends and become part of a community. Join "kids like me" from around the world at camps near Atlanta, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia. Click our logo to visit us and learn why parents prefer Emagination. (less) ... (more)

GET INSIDE THE GAME!   Teens 15-18 create a 3D video game. Learn creative and technical skills then join a development team and build a playable game. Present your game to a panel of industry pros, learn from guest speakers and tour a game design studio. It's Worth the Trip to Boston, Atlanta or Los Angeles. In this immersive two-week overnight program, teens gain valuable skills and experience what it's like to work in the digital entertainment industry. Click our logo to visit and learn why Emagination Game Design is the perfect pre-college choice for teens who are serious about game design. (less) ... (more)

Summer Tech Fun!   Take hobbies further and gain a competitive edge! Create iPhone apps, video games, movies, robots, websites, 3D models, and more at weeklong, day and overnight programs held at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Princeton, Stanford, and others. Small classes for ages 7-17 in a fun and challenging setting. Also 2-week, Teen-only programs held at American, Princeton, Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and other universities: iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy (filmmaking and photography). (less) ... (more)

Developmental Music Program   We are a not-for-profit organization that teaches Kindermusik, a developmental program that educates parents how to maximize playtime with their children to advance brain development while bonding with them. Kindermusik promotes cognitive, physical, language, social, emotional and musical development in young children. Classes are specific to each child's developmental stage, and are taught by trained and licensed Kindermusik educators who are passionate about transforming the lives of children through musical learning. Classes are taught at the All Saints Lutheran Church in Fitchburg (Hwy PD) and at the First Presbyterian Church in Waunakee (Hwy Q.) Please call Director Betsy Flanagan at 608-576-6688 to try a class for FREE! (less) ... (more)

   Celebrating 20 years in 2011, the National Teen Leadership Program has changed the lives of thousands of teens; motivating and inspiring them to visualize themselves as leaders. Motivational Speakers, Workshops, group sessions, new friends, fun and a life-changing experience! What if a three-day weekend could become a turning point for a teenager; a life-affirming experience that changed the way they thought about themselves and, more importantly, those around them? What if, in just one weekend, they could acquire leadership skills that they'd use the rest of their life? (less) ... (more)

Marine Science Education   Seacamp offers marine science education and summer camp experiences including SCUBA, sailing, board sailing, and arts & crafts to students from 12-17 years of age. Seacamp is a non-profit, marine science education facility located on Big Pine Key in the tropical Florida Keys and Florida's fragile coral reefs. Founded in 1966.

It's All About The Stuff   Check out our AWESOME campgrounds in central Wisconsin! Family Friendly . . . Family Operated. Come enjoy the summer with our family - choose from several campgrounds or try our summer day camp! Fun themes and activities for kids of all ages!

This science camp is no ordinary summer camp!   We offer the only overnight animal camp in the country! Cub Creek is a traditional summer camp, offering all the classic camp activities, that has gone one giant step further than everyone else. We have built a zoo just for campers. Our campers can go into each animals enclosure for some up close and personal contact. They can feed a sloth, walk a llama, hold a baby kangaroo, pet a porcupine (very carefully of course), launch rockets, explore a cave, make candy and crafts and even solve a crime, slide down a zip line, climb a tower, shoot an arrow or a rifle. Each camper decides what want to do and learn at camp. We have a modern facility with air-conditioned cabins, great food and caring staff. We even offer one of the only Jr Vet programs in the country. Visit our website to see what sets us apart. - ACA accredited (less) ... (more)

   Since 1976, over 12,000 teens from around the world have joined Bold Earth Adventures. Operating on six continents, we teach skills which will lead to a lifetime of exploration, friendship and memories! Bold Earth has something for everyone, from beginner to expert! If you are interested in fun, community service, culture, language immersion, adventure and travel, then this is the camp for you. Zip-line through towering jungle trees, raft world class rivers, climb peaks, dive tropical Fiji, build bamboo rafts in Bali, hike the great wall of China, visit Machu Picchu or surf the warm blue waters of Hawaii! Extraordinary leaders + motivated participants + quality adventures = friendships and experiences which will last a lifetime. A summer with Bold Earth is living the dream ... we hope you join us! (less) ... (more)

Colorado Outdoor Camps   Cheley Colorado Camps own over 1300 spectacular high-country acres surrounded by snow-capped peaks that soar to 14,000 feet. The historic campus, 75 miles northwest of Denver, borders Rocky Mountain National Park and the Roosevelt National Forest. Since 1921, the Cheley family and Cheley Camps has provided 9 to 17 year-olds the summer of their lives. Activities include hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, outcamping, rock climbing, mountain biking, crafts, and sports, riflery, archery and white water rafting. (less) ... (more)

Come to Emagination for leading edge technology learning PLUS summer camp fun!   Create 3D Animations, Flash Animations, Digital Music, iApps. Design Video Games. Build Robots, RC Cars. Recreation and socialization are important parts of our program. Get Unplugged in Swimming, Retro Games, Color Wars, Talent Show. Coed ages 8-17. Day & Overnight. Two-week sessions allow time to make friends and become part of a community. Join "kids like me" from around the world at camps near Atlanta, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia. Click our logo to visit us and learn why parents prefer Emagination. (less) ... (more)

GET INSIDE THE GAME!   Teens 15-18 create a 3D video game. Learn creative and technical skills then join a development team and build a playable game. Present your game to a panel of industry pros, learn from guest speakers and tour a game design studio. It's Worth the Trip to Boston, Atlanta or Los Angeles. In this immersive two-week overnight program, teens gain valuable skills and experience what it's like to work in the digital entertainment industry. Click our logo to visit and learn why Emagination Game Design is the perfect pre-college choice for teens who are serious about game design. (less) ... (more)

   KIVU is a "Best in Class" Colorado Adventure for teenagers 13-18. We have 14 day adventures, 7 day adventures, International Trips, and Parent/Child Backpack adventures all centered in the San Juan Mountains of Durango Colorado.

Camp Adventures   Your summer adventure begins at Long Lake Camp Adventures in New York's Great Adirondack Park. Every day is thrilling as you embark on your unique journey. Campers enjoy all the positive aspects of camp life while living in modern cabins, having great fun and learning skills that will last a lifetime. At Long Lake Adventure Camp our campers have the unique opportunity to create their own schedule from a wide variety of options for each of our seven periods. We go on many exciting trips exploring the Adirondack high peaks, unspoiled rivers, lush forests plus sea plane rides and theme parks with roller coasters and giant water slides! Since 1969 our family has provided the most wonderful experiences in summer fun. Campers immediately feel at home enabling them to thrive and grow. (less) ... (more)

Marine Science Education   Seacamp offers marine science education and summer camp experiences including SCUBA, sailing, board sailing, and arts & crafts to students from 12-17 years of age. Seacamp is a non-profit, marine science education facility located on Big Pine Key in the tropical Florida Keys and Florida's fragile coral reefs. Founded in 1966.

CHALLENGING & FUN - Ages 5-18 Day & Overnight.   You'll be challenged everyday with improving your study skills, as well as your knowledge of math, science, English and computer technology. Activities at Delphi include horseback riding, archery, tennis, drama, art and music as well as exciting weekend activities like camping, rafting, trips to the beach and crabbing.

   KIVU is a "Best in Class" Colorado Adventure for teenagers 13-18. We have 14 day adventures, 7 day adventures, International Trips, and Parent/Child Backpack adventures all centered in the San Juan Mountains of Durango Colorado.

Kids Being Kids   Bringing life-changing opportunities to people with special needs and chronic diseases. Our camp allows these incredible people, age 7 and up, to see they are uniquely created to live a life of ability. All the typical summer camp activities are adapted so each person is a participant, not an observer, at one of the greatest weeks of their lives. This includes zip lines, swimming, canoeing, and more. Over 1,500 campers come from all over the country to our four different locations. Each camper has a trained, one-on-one volunteer in addition to help from our summer and year-round staff. Visit our website for more information. See you in summer 2012! (less) ... (more)

Register Today!   The adidas Tennis Camps were developed to provide athletes an opportunity to become better tennis players in a fun, positive atmosphere. Our campers learn from the best coaches in the sport and leave tennis camp with confidence and a passion to enjoy the "sport of a lifetime." Join us this summer for better tennis, new friends, and the best week of your summer! (less) ... (more)

High Quality Gymnastics Programs   For over 30 years, Badger Gymnastics Academy has enjoyed a reputation throughout the Madison area of providing high quality programs that promote growth and development in a safe and stimulating environment. With programs tailored to all ages and abilities, your child is guaranteed to be positively and consistently challenged to reach his or her unique potential. (less) ... (more)

   Since 1976, over 12,000 teens from around the world have joined Bold Earth Adventures. Operating on six continents, we teach skills which will lead to a lifetime of exploration, friendship and memories! Bold Earth has something for everyone, from beginner to expert! If you are interested in fun, community service, culture, language immersion, adventure and travel, then this is the camp for you. Zip-line through towering jungle trees, raft world class rivers, climb peaks, dive tropical Fiji, build bamboo rafts in Bali, hike the great wall of China, visit Machu Picchu or surf the warm blue waters of Hawaii! Extraordinary leaders + motivated participants + quality adventures = friendships and experiences which will last a lifetime. A summer with Bold Earth is living the dream ... we hope you join us! (less) ... (more)

Indoor Sports Facility   As the weather warms and summer approaches, you may, like many parents, be stressing about what to do with the kids all summer. Whether you need all-summer care or just a few weeks of coverage, KEVA offers solutions for your family. KEVA offers summer camps for ages 3-14. There are half day and full day options. Each week is a new theme and all activities and snacks are provided. For more information on camps ages 3-7 go to http://www.kevasports.com/node/19 For more information on camps for ages 7-14 go to http://www.kevasports.com/node/34 Register today prices go up June 1st. (less) ... (more)

Camp Adventures   Your summer adventure begins at Long Lake Camp Adventures in New York's Great Adirondack Park. Every day is thrilling as you embark on your unique journey. Campers enjoy all the positive aspects of camp life while living in modern cabins, having great fun and learning skills that will last a lifetime. At Long Lake Adventure Camp our campers have the unique opportunity to create their own schedule from a wide variety of options for each of our seven periods. We go on many exciting trips exploring the Adirondack high peaks, unspoiled rivers, lush forests plus sea plane rides and theme parks with roller coasters and giant water slides! Since 1969 our family has provided the most wonderful experiences in summer fun. Campers immediately feel at home enabling them to thrive and grow. (less) ... (more)

Baseball, Basketball, Football, Gymnastic, Soccer, Softball, Track & Field, Wrestling   Since the early 1980s, UW-Oshkosh has offered camps and clinics for young athletes. Today, UW-Oshkosh hosts nearly 40 camps and clinics annually, with more than 3,000 youths in attendance. UW-Oshkosh offers camps and clinics in the sports of baseball, basketball, football, gymnastics, soccer, softball, track and field, volleyball and wrestling. Each session offers instruction to all skill level, from introductory to advanced. (less) ... (more)

   360 Student Travel by Westcoast Connection allows you to step in a new direction. Travel, volunteer, improve your foreign language skills or get a taste of the college life. Regardless of travel style, all of our programs are created with the understanding that no matter what you want to accomplish during the summer, it is still summer, and the challenges and experiences should be enjoyable as well as rewarding. By moving outside of their comfort zone, 360 trip members experience different cultures and new adventures that encourage self-development, group bonding, and an unparalleled sense of discovery. 360 Student Travel offers 7 program types on 6 continents in 19 countries -- Active Teen Tours, Community Service, Language Programs, Pre-College Enrichment, Global Adventures and ON TOUR for 11th and 12th Grade Completing Students in Australia, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador/Galapagos, Europe (England, France, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland), Fiji, Israel, New Zealand, Peru, South Africa, Thailand and the United States (including Alaska & Hawaii). (less) ... (more)

   Since 1976, over 12,000 teens from around the world have joined Bold Earth Adventures. Operating on six continents, we teach skills which will lead to a lifetime of exploration, friendship and memories! Bold Earth has something for everyone, from beginner to expert! If you are interested in fun, community service, culture, language immersion, adventure and travel, then this is the camp for you. Zip-line through towering jungle trees, raft world class rivers, climb peaks, dive tropical Fiji, build bamboo rafts in Bali, hike the great wall of China, visit Machu Picchu or surf the warm blue waters of Hawaii! Extraordinary leaders + motivated participants + quality adventures = friendships and experiences which will last a lifetime. A summer with Bold Earth is living the dream ... we hope you join us! (less) ... (more)

Active Teen Tours   30 years ago, Westcoast Connection / 360 Student Travel began with a modest goal of using exciting, memorable travel to teach and inspire teenagers and to enhance their understanding of themselves along the way. Our philosophy of "EACH & EVERY" is the cornerstone of our programs; ";EACH" focuses on respecting the individual, looking for what makes each student unique and avoiding a one size fits all approach while "EVERY" reminds us that no matter how incredible a site like Bryce Canyon or Machu Picchu might be, the experience would fall below expectations unless we created tightly knit groups where everybody is included in an enriching program. With amazing sights, activities, accommodations and restaurants, there's no doubt that Westcoast Connection will show you the "perfectly planned, perfectly paced" summer of a lifetime. From our first trip exploring the western USA and Canada, we could never have imagined how many thousands of teens would come to share in our spirited groups and travel with us on 7 program types in 6 continents throughout 19 countries. (less) ... (more)