ROANOKE TIMES
Copyright (c) 1996, Roanoke Times
DATE: Sunday, April 14, 1996 TAG: 9604120012
SECTION: EXTRA PAGE: 1 EDITION: METRO
DAY CAMPS
4-H RIDERS DAY CAMPS: Trail rides, rider fitness, classes and more.
Ages: 9-19, beginner-intermediate riders.
Session dates: June 17-21.
Fees: $110.
Cloverbud Horsemanship and Riding Camp: Camp show, horse craft, trail ride.
Ages: 5-8.
Session dates: June 24-28.
Fees: $110.
Combined Training Camp: Training for Commonwealth Games. Must have own horse and be 4-H'er or Pony Club member.
Session dates: July 1-4.
Fees: $110.
Contact: 387-1456.
THE ACHIEVEMENT CENTER: For students with learning disabilities. 615 N. Jefferson St., Roanoke 24016. Multi-sensory teaching, individualized instruction, swimming.
Ages: 5-13.
Session dates: June 20-July 31.
Contact: 982-0128.
ADVENTURE LAND CAMPS: St. Alban's Campus, Radford. Swimming, field trips. Sponsored by Community Home Care, Carilion Health System.
Ages: 6-12.
Session dates: June 17-Aug. 23.
Fees: $65 per week. Family discounts available.
Contact: 731-3030 (Tuesday-Thursday).
APPLE RIDGE FARMS DAY CAMP: Copper Hill (Floyd County; transportation available from Roanoke). Instruction in arts, writing, mathematics and science skills, ropes course.
Ages: 6-16.
Session dates: June 24-July 3, ages 6-12, ``Arts at Apple Ridge'' (performing arts). $200. July 8-12, ages 6-15, ``Drum Camp'' (variety of percussion instruments). $125. July 15-19 (ages 6-15), ``Mathematics and Nature Studies Camp'' (math and science skills, hands-on environmental awareness). $125. July 22-Aug. 2, ages 6-15, ``Science and Nature Studies Camp'' (environmental awareness, hands-on activities). $250. Aug. 5-16, ages 13-16, ``Careers and College Preparation'' (test-taking skills, resume preparation, field trips). $250.
Fees: Financial assistance available.
Contact: Jefferson Center, 541 Luck Ave., No. 228, Roanoke 24016 or 982-1322.
BEDFORD ART CAMP: Bedford Middle School.
Session dates: June 17-21, June 24-28, July 8-12.
Fees: $65.
Contact: 568-2182; fax, 587-6634.
BLACKSBURG PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT CAMPS:
Golf Camps: Municipal Golf Course, Graves Avenue. Fundamentals skills.
Ages: 9-14.
Session dates: June 24-28, July 8-12.
Fees: $35.
Tennis Camps: Blacksburg Municipal Courts. Fundamental skills.
Ages: 6-14.
Session dates: June 17-21, June 24-28, July 8-12.
Fees: $35.
Basketball Camps: One on one and group training.
Ages: 9-13.
Session dates: July 1-5 (closed July 4), July 29-Aug. 2, Aug. 5-9.
Fees: $45.
Baseball Camp: Fundamental skills, drills, daily games.
Ages: 9-13.
Session dates: June 24-28.
Fees: $40.
Volleyball Camp: Fundamental skills, drill stations, daily games.
Ages: 9-13.
Session dates: June 24-28.
Fees: $35.
Lifetime Sports Camps: Sports, swimming, bowling, skating, fishing, trips to R.J. Ranch and more.
Ages: 9-13.
Session dates: July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26.
Fees: $60.
Youth Discovery Nature Camps: Hands-on nature projects and games.
Ages: 5-8.
Session dates: July 1-5 (closed July 4), morning or afternoon sessions available.
Fees: $30.
High Adventure Camps: Rock climbing, caving, canoeing, hiking, overnight camping and more.
Ages: 11-16, various sessions.
Session dates: June 24-28, July 8-12 (ages 11-13); Traveling Camp to West. Va., 2 overnights, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, July 17-19 (ages 14-16); rock climbing, caving, scuba, hiking, canoeing, one overnight, July 22-26 (ages 14-16); rock climbing, caving, hiking, canoeing, mountain biking, one overnight, July 29-Aug. 2 (ages 14-16).
Fees: $90-$100.
Art Camp: Drawing, painting, clay, sculpting.
Ages: 9-12.
Session dates: July 1-5 (closed July 4).
Fees: $45.
Serendipity Art Camps: Arts, clay and crafts.
Ages: 5-8.
Session dates: July 22-26, July 29-Aug. 2.
Fees: $45.
Busy Beaver Camps: Arts and crafts, movement, songs, activities.
Ages: 3-5.
Session dates: June 24-28 (ages 4-5); July 15-19 (ages 3-4).
Fees: $45.
Computer Camps: Keyboarding, programming, graphics, games.
Ages: 9-12.
Session dates: July 15-19, July 22-26.
Fees: $50.
Contact for all camps: 961-1135. Registration begins May 15 at Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Drive.
BOTETOURT GYMNASTICS ACADEMY CAMP: Mountain View Plaza, Troutville. Tumbling, bars, beam, vaulting, games.
Ages: Coed, ages 5 and up.
Session dates: July 8-12.
Contact: 966-4729.
CAMP 2-SWEET: Diabetes Day Camp of the New River Valley at Radford University. For children with diabetes. Management skills, nutrition, swimming, bowling, crafts. Sponsored by Radford Community Hospital and Radford University.
Ages: 6-15.
Session dates: July 22-26.
Fees: $25. Financial aid available.
Contact: Lynda Hubble, RCH, 700 Randolph St., Radford 24141-2430 or 731-2645.
CAMP BRIGHT STAR: First Baptist Church Family Life Center, Roanoke. Swimming, skating, bowling, caving and more.
Ages: Grades 1-7.
Session dates: July 8-12, 15-19, 22-26, July 29-Aug. 2.
Fees: $75. Registration begins May 13. No registration by phone.
Contact: First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 2799, Roanoke 24001 or 224-3378.
CAMP SUPERKIDS: For children with asthma. North Cross School, Roanoke. Swimming, crafts, fire safety, games, field trips, informational sessions on asthma. Sponsored by American Lung Association.
Ages: 6-12.
Session dates: July 15-19.
Fees: $25; $35 per family. Financial assistance available.
Contact: 362-5864 or (800) 586-4872.
CAMP TUK-A-WAY: 2266 Craigs Creek Road, Blacksburg. Swimming, hiking, sports, games. Sponsored by Fellowship of Grace Brethren Churches in Virginia.
Ages: Grades 3-12.
Session dates: June 17-22 (grades 3-5); June 23-29 (grades 9-12); June 30-July 6 (grades 6-8).
Fees: $95; grades 3-5, $85. Family discounts.
Contact: 362-0336.
CAMP WHEEZER: Asthma Day Camp of the New River Valley at Radford University. For children with asthma. Management skills, nutrition, swimming, bowling, crafts. Sponsored by Radford Community Hospital and Radford University.
Ages: 6-12.
Session dates: July 8-12.
Fees: $25. Financial aid available.
Contact: Lynda Hubble, RCH, 700 Randolph St., Radford 24141-2430 or 731-2645.
CANOE CAMPS: Basic strokes, safety, trip planning on Smith Mountain Lake and Craig's Creek (Craig County).
Ages: Coed, 12-16.
Session dates: June 24-26, Aug. 5-7.
Fees: $125.
Contact: 342-2858.
CHAI TIME: Beth Israel Synagogue, 920 Franklin Road, Roanoke. Arts, storytelling, music, prayer and activities on Jewish themes and ritual.
Ages: 3-10.
Session dates: June 24-July 5 (ages 6-10). July 29-Aug. 2 (ages 3-5).
Fees: $100, ages 6-10. $40, ages 3-5.
Contact: Chai Time, 920 Franklin Road, Roanoke 24016 or 342-3117.
CHILD'S WORLD DAY CAMP: 628 Townside Road S.W., Roanoke. Swimming, crafts, games, field trips.
Ages: Grades 1-6.
Session dates: June 17-Aug. 30.
Fees: $77 per week.
Contact: 344-4901.
CHILDREN'S CENTER DAY CAMP: Bible hour, swimming, field trips, arts and crafts, scripture memory. Ministry of Shenandoah Baptist Church, Roanoke.
Ages: grades 1-7.
Session dates: June 10-Aug. 23.
Fees: $78; $15, registration. Family discounts.
Contact: 366-2432, extension 129.
CHURCH COURT DAY CAMP: 5125 Hildebrand Road, Roanoke. Swimming, skating, hiking, gymnastics, movies, bowling, crafts, field trips.
Ages: Kindergarten-12 years.
Session dates: Weekly, beginning June 17.
Fees: $65. $25, activity fee; enrollment fee.
Contact: 362-5300.
CITY OF RADFORD DAY CAMP: Sponsored by New River Community Action.
Ages: 4-12.
Session dates: June 24-27, July 8-11.
Fees: $6, includes transportation.
Contact: NRCA, 106-B S. Franklin St., Christiansburg, Head Start Center, Grove United Methodist Church, 1020 Tyler Ave., Radford (Monday-Friday, 1-3 p.m.), or call 382-6186.
COMMUNITY SCHOOL DAY CAMP: 7815 Williamson Road, Roanoke. Language, storytelling, music, crafts, swimming, field trips. Theme: exploring different cultures.
Ages: Coed, 6-10.
Session dates: June 17-28 and July 8-26.
Contact: 563-5036.
COMPUTER CAMPS: The Fourth R of the Roanoke Valley, 4725 Garst Mill Road, Roanoke. Sessions in desktop publishing, computer training, robotics, keyboarding, surfing online and others.
Ages: 5-adult.
Session dates: Weekly, half days, June 12-Aug. 30.
Contact: 989-3632.
COUNTRY BEAR DAY SCHOOL CAMP: 5220 Starkey Road, Roanoke. Swimming, community and environmental awareness projects, foreign language, drama, music, dance and more.
Ages: 5-11.
Session dates: June 10-Aug. 30.
Fees: $80 per week.
Contact: Melody Ayers, 774-2547.
CUB SCOUT DAY CAMP: Fishburn Park, Roanoke. Sponsored by Boys Scouts of America, Big Lick District. Nature activities, crafts, games, sports.
Session dates: June 24-27.
Fees: $35.
Contact: Walt Young, 265-0656.
DOUG DAY'S BASKETBALL CAMP: Radford High School. Sponsored by Radford Recreation Department.
Ages: Coed, 8-16.
Session dates: July 8-11 and 15-18.
Fees: $90.
Contact: 806 Summitt Drive, Blacksburg 24060 or 552-0894.
FERRUM COLLEGE CAMPS: Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Rocky Mount and Jordan Creek Park, Fieldale.
Baseball Camp:
Ages: all ages.
Session dates: June 17-21 (Fieldale) and June 24-28 (Rocky Mount).
Fees: $55.
Soccer Camp: Franklin County High School, Rocky Mount.
Ages: Coed, 6-12.
Session dates: July 8-12.
Fees: $95.
Contact: For all camps: 365-4493 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) or write Ferrum College, Dept. of Athletics, Swartz Gymnasium, Ferrum, Va. 24088.
A FINE ARTS EXPERIENCE: Hollins College campus.
Ages: 3-5 and 5 or 6-third grade.
Session dates: July 29-Aug. 2, Aug. 5-9.
Contact: 342-2793.
FRANKLIN COUNTY DEPT. OF PARKS AND RECREATION DAY CAMPS: Rocky Mount.
Ages: Grades 1-6.
Session dates: Weekly sessions, June 24-Aug. 12.
Fees: $9 per day.
Contact: 483-9293.
GREENVALE SCHOOL'S OLYMPICS CAMP: 627 Westwood Blvd. N.W., Roanoke. Swimming, bowling, track, volleyball, basketball, gymnastics, weights, field trips and more.
Ages: 4-12.
Session dates: June 17-Aug. 30.
Fees: Sliding scale; $75 maximum per week. Registration deadline, May 31.
Contact: Sandra Carroll or Cindy Sifers, 342-4716.
HIGHLANDER SOCCER CAMPS AT RADFORD UNIVERSITY:
Pee Wee Camp:
Ages: 5-7.
Session dates: July 8-12.
Fees: $55.
Day Camp:
Ages: 8-13.
Session dates: July 8-12.
Fees: $120.
Contact: Spencer Smith, 831-5215.
HISTORY CAMP AT SMITHFIELD PLANTATION: 1000 Plantation Road, Blacksburg. Archaeological dig, encampments, planting and growing herbs, surveying, designing a frontier homestead and other activities.
Ages: 8-1 or grades 4-6.
Session dates: June 10-14 and 17-21 (ages 8-11 and fourth grades). Aug. 12-16 and 19-23 (grades 5-6).
Fees: $75; $120 for two weeks.
Contact: 231-3947.
HOLLINS COLLEGE CAMP:
Metro Volleyball Camp II: Advanced instruction.
Ages: Girls, 12-18.
Session dates: July 29-Aug. 2.
Contact: David Turk, 977-0680 or Athletic Dept., 362-6436.
HONEYTREE EARLY LEARNING CENTERS CAMP: Six Roanoke/Salem locations. Sports (tennis, softball, volleyball, basketball, soccer), cooking, drama, pottery, gardening, woodworking, nature, special interest classes.
Ages: First graders-age 12.
Fees: $77.50, weekly; part-time available.
Contact: 344-4628.
HORSEBACK RIDING DAY CAMP: Centura Equine Center, 8127 Martin's Creek Road, Roanoke. Lessons, hands-on activities, games, horse show and more.
Ages: 6-13 (14-16 if enough interested).
Session dates: June 24-28, July 1-5, July 22-26, July 29-Aug. 2.
Fees: $100; $90 for two or more weeks.
Contact: Jean Bowles, 989-6567.
LAUREL CREEK'S NATURE AND ECOLOGY CAMP AT SMITHFIELD PLANTATION: 1000 Plantation Road, Blacksburg. Interaction with the environment by the Colonials, herbs, tree identification, animal tracking, wildlife demonstrations.
Session dates: July 15-19.
Contact: 231-3947.
LIFE DAY CAMP: New Life Temple, 5745 Airport Road, Roanoke. Academic study, sports, swimming, arts and crafts, skating, field trips.
Ages: 3-10.
Session dates: June 17-Aug. 23.
Fees: $565 ($56.50 weekly); registration, $25.
Contact: 563-4989.
MILL MOUNTAIN THEATRE DRAMA DAY CAMP AND DRAMA STUDIO:
Ages: Camp, grades 3-6. Studio, grades 5-6 or 2 years of drama day camp.
Session dates: Camp, July 29-Aug. 3 and Aug. 5-10. Studio, Aug. 12-17.
Fees: Camp, $150. Studio, $175.
Contact: Doug Patterson, 342-5792.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION PLAYCAMPS: Arts and crafts, nature, sports, games, swimming, field trips.
Ages: 5-12.
Session dates: June 17-28, July 1-12, July 15-26, July 29-Aug. 9.
Fees: $100 per session. Family discounts.
Contact: MCPRD, 410 County Road, Christiansburg or 382-6980.
MOONBEAM ACADEMY GYMNASTICS AND VARIETY CAMPS: 1860 Apperson Drive, Salem. Gymnastics camp: skills on floor, balance beam, vault, bars and trampoline; variety camp: gymnastics, putt-putt, bowling.
Ages: Coed, 5-12.
Session dates: Gymnastics, July 15-19; variety, July 22-26.
Fees: $45.
Contact: 389-9969.
NEW RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE DAY CAMPS: Dublin.
Ages: Grades 2-8.
Session dates: ``Science in Motion,'' June 17-21 (grades 6-8). ``Logs and Pollywogs,'' June 24-28 (grades 2-5).
Contact: Debbie Douthat, 674-3600, ext. 292.
NORTH CROSS SCHOOL CAMPS: Carter Athletic Center, North Cross School, Roanoke.
Day Camp: Sports, arts and crafts, field day, swimming.
Ages: 6-12.
Session dates: July 1-12 and 15-26.
Fees: $140 per session.
Kindercamp: Arts and crafts, cooking, storytime, motor skills development and more.
Ages: 4-6.
Session dates: June 17-21, 24-28, July 29-Aug. 2.
Fees: $85 per week.
Boys' Basketball Camp:
Ages: 8-14.
Session dates: June 17-21 and 24-28.
Fees: $100.
Girls' Basketball:
Ages: 8-12.
Session dates: June 24-28.
Fees: $75.
Roanoke Soccer Camp:
Ages: 5-12.
Session Dates: July 29-Aug. 2, Aug. 5-9 and 12-16.
Fees: $105.
Volleyball Camp: Individual skills and teamwork.
Ages: Girls, grades 7-graduating seniors.
Session dates: July 29-Aug. 1.
Fees: $100.
Photography Camp:
Ages: Grades 7 and up.
Session dates: July 22-26.
Fees: $150.
Pottery Camp:
Ages: Grades 4-6.
Session dates: July 8-19.
Fees: $175.
Contact for all camps: 989-6641.
NORTH STAR KARATE CAMP: 5407 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke. Karate, gymnastics, games, crafts, daily field trips.
Ages: Coed, 5-12.
Session dates: June 12-Sept. 2.
Fees: $58 per week; discounts for siblings; 2- and 3-day sessions available.
Contact: 366-3629.
RADFORD UNIVERSITY CAMPS:
Basketball Shooting Camp for Girls:
Ages: 10-18.
Session dates: June 7-9.
Fees: $75.
Contact: 831-5345.
Soccer Pee Wee Camp:
Ages: Coed, 5-7.
Session dates: July 1-5.
Fees: $55.
Contact: 831-5215.
Soccer Day Camp:
Ages: Coed, 8-13.
Session dates: July 8-12.
Fees: $120.
Contact: 831-5215.
RAINBOW RIDERS CAMP: Kipps Elementary School, Blacksburg. Swimming, riding, environmental studies, art and more.
Ages: Grades 4-6.
Session dates: June 10-opening of Montgomery County schools.
Fees: $85 per week. $25, activity fee. Additional fees possible.
Contact: 951-3636.
ROANOKE ATHLETIC CLUB CAMP: 4508 Starkey Road. Art, movement, large motor activities (obstacle course, races, swimming and pool games, cooperative games), singing, storytelling.
Ages: 4-11.
Session dates: Age four, June 24-28 and Aug. 5-9. Age five, June 24-28 and Aug. 5-9. Ages 5-6, July 8-12. Ages 6-7, June 24-28 and Aug. 5-9. Ages 9-11, July 8-12.
Fees: $90. Non-refundable registration, $50.
Contact: Marilyn Montano, 989-5758.
ROANOKE BALLET THEATRE'S ``TUTU MUCH'' DANCE CAMP: The Jefferson Center, 541 Luck Ave., Roanoke. Tap, ballet, jazz and modern dance, costumes, dances, games, videos, fun props.
Ages: 3-11, various days.
Session dates: July 8-Aug. 2, Aug. 5-30.
Fees: $100.
Contact: 345-6099 (Monday-Thursday, 2-6 p.m.).
ROANOKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL DAY CAMP: 621 N. Jefferson St., Roanoke. Soccer, volleyball, crafts, drama, swimming, art, computer, field trips.
Ages: Coed, grades 1-7; non-denominational.
Session dates: July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26.
Fees: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $80; 7:30-5:30 p.m., $100.
Contact: 982-3756 or write Roanoke Catholic Lower School, 621 N. Jefferson St., Roanoke 24016.
ROANOKE CITY HONORS PROGRAM: Computers, science, history for elementary school students. Surfing the Internet, biotechnology, writing and others for middle school students. Limited transportation available.
Ages: Grades 3-9. Open to all students.
Session dates: June 24-July 26.
Fees: $135 for five weeks. Non-refundable registration, $35.
Contact: Louise Clarke, 853-2878.
ROANOKE CITY MAGNET SCHOOLS' ``ART WORLD'' AND ``TECH CAMP'': Magnet school campuses. ``Art World'': performing and visual arts. No experience necessary. ``Tech Camp'': science and technology.
Ages: ``Art World'': grades 2-9. ``Tech Camp'': grades 4-10.
Session dates: June 24-July 26.
Fees: City residents: $135. Registration, $35. Financial aid available. Non-residents: $160. Registration, $50. Registration, May 23, 5-6:30 p.m., School Administration Building gym, 40 Douglass Ave., Roanoke. Late registration, June 6, 5-6:30 p.m., same location.
Contact: 853-1089.
ROANOKE CITY PARKS & RECREATION CAMPS:
``Adventures in the Park'': Located at neighborhood parks. Crafts, games, sports, swimming, field trips.
Ages: 6-12.
Session dates: June 17-Aug. 9.
Fees: Free. On-site registration begins June 17.
Contact: 981-1253.
Adventure Bound Camps: Departs daily from Reserve Avenue center. Scuba diving, canoeing, rock climbing, ropes course.
Ages: 10-14
Session dates: July 22-26, Aug. 5-9.
Fees: $85. Deadline, July 12.
Contact: Tom Clarke, 981-1339.
Etiquette/Finishing School Camp: Grandin Court Recreation Center, 2621 Barham Road, S.W., Roanoke. Table etiquette, dress, appearance, fitness/wellness, self esteem activities.
Ages: Coed, 7-17.
Session dates: June 17-21.
Fees: $50.
Contact: Dawn Mays-Johnson, 981-1279.
ROANOKE COLLEGE SPORTS CAMPS: Roanoke College, Salem.
Coed Soccer Day Camp: For beginner- and intermediate-level players.
Ages: 6-14.
Session dates: June 17-21.
Fees: $150.
Contact: 375-2338.
ROANOKE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT. KIDS' KAMPS:
Fun Camp: Penn Forest Elementary School. Crafts, music, science and nature, swimming, field trips.
Ages: Grades 1-6.
Session dates: June 24-Aug. 19.
Fees: $82 per week. Registration deadline, June 7.
Adventure Camp I: Ropes course, rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking, caving; one overnight.
Ages: 12-15.
Session dates: June 24-28.
Fees: $100. Registration deadline, June 21.
Adventure Camp II: Ropes course, rock climbing, kayaking, caving; two overnights.
Ages: 12-16.
Session dates: July 8-12.
Fees: $115. Registration deadline, June 21.
Advanced Adventure Camp: Caving, canoeing/camping, hiking, rappelling and climbing; three overnights.
Ages: 14-17.
Session dates: Aug. 12-16.
Fees: $132. Registration deadline, July 26.
Rock Climbing Camp: A week of climbing in West Virginia. Equipment provided.
Ages: 14-18.
Session dates: Aug. 5-9.
Fees: $165. Registration deadline, July 19.
Kayak Camp I: Teaches beginner to intermediate levels. Equipment provided.
Ages: 14-90.
Session dates: July 22-26.
Fees: $165. Registration deadline, July 5.
Kayak Camp II: For fine tuning paddling skills. Experience necessary. Equipment provided.
Ages: 14-90.
Session dates: Aug. 19-24.
Fees: $165. Registration deadline, July 19.
Hook a Kid on Golf: Hanging Rock Golf Course. Introduction to the sport.
Ages: 9-13.
Session dates: June 17-21.
Fees: $100. Registration deadline, May 1.
Contact for all camps: 387-6078.
Basketball Camp: William Byrd Middle School.
Ages: Coed, 9-15.
Session dates: July 9-11.
Fees: $65. Registration deadline, June 21.
Contact: Star Patton, 387-6339.
Volleyball Camp:William Byrd Middle School.
Ages: Coed, 10-16.
Session dates: June 24-26.
Fees: $65. Registration deadline, June 7.
Contact: Star Patton, 387-6339.
``Ace'' Program: Penn Forest Elementary School. For those with developmental disabilities.
Ages: 5-21.
Session dates: June 24-Aug. 16.
Contact: Donna Compton, 772-7525.
ROANOKE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS SPORTS CAMP: 6520 Williamson Road N.E., Roanoke.
Basketball:
Ages: Boys, grades 3-8.
Session dates: July 22-26, grades 6-8; Aug. 5-9, grades 3-5.
Soccer:
Ages: Coed, grades 3-6.
Session dates: July 29-Aug. 2.
Baseball:
Ages: Coed, grades 5-8.
Session dates: June 24-28.
Fees for all camps: $60. Non-refundable registration, $20.
Contact for all camps: 366-2432, ext. 123.
ROLLO DAY CAMP: Star City Roller Skating Center, Roanoke. Swimming, skating, bowling and more.
Session dates: June 17-Aug. 30.
Fees: $60 per week; $20 per day. Non-refundable registration, $35. Family discounts.
Contact: 362-9500.
SALEM TENNIS CAMP: Salem Civic Center courts.
Ages: Coed, ages 7-15.
Session dates: July 22-26.
Fees: $90.
Contact: 375-3057 or write Salem Parks and Recreation, P.O. Box 869, Salem, Va. 24153.
SALVATION ARMY DAY CAMP: 724 Dale Ave., Roanoke. Swimming, skating, movies, bowling, trips, crafts and more.
Session dates: June 17-Aug. 16.
Fees: $45, weekly. Registration, $20. Registration deadline, June 5.
Contact: Judy Wright, 345-4483.
SCIENCE MUSEUM OF WESTERN VIRGINIA SCIENCE CAMPS: Center in the Square, Roanoke. Age-appropriate activities in kitchen chemistry, robots, animals, the ocean and its inhabitants and more.
Ages: 3 1/2-5, half day, three days a week; 6-12.
Contact: J.L. Hollingsworth-Austin, 342-5727.
SEEDS' (SEEK EDUCATION, EXPLORE, DISCOVER) FIELD CAMPS: YMCA House, Washington Street, Blacksburg.
Ages: Coed, ages 7-9 and 10-12.
Session dates: ``Mountains to the Valley'' (stream exploration), July 1-5 (ages 7-9), July 29-Aug. 2 (ages 10-12). ``Mussels and Mills: Life and Living in the Southern Appalachian Mountains,'' July 8-12 (ages 7-9), Aug. 5-9 (ages 10-12). ``Lichens, Logs, Lakes: Ecology and Natural History of Mountain Lake,'' July 15-19 (ages 7-9), Aug. 12-16 (ages 10-12). ``Find Your Food: Follow Your Food's Trail From Farm and Forest to Your Cupboard,'' July 22-26 (ages 7-9), Aug. 19-23 (ages 10-12).
Fees: $100 per week.
Contact: Mike Rosenzweig or Dave Deshler, 552-3914 or E-mail SEEDSBEV.NET.
SHEPHERD'S CARE DAY SCHOOL CAMP: 728 Highland Ave. S.E., Roanoke. ``Passport to Adventure,'' exploring countries and cultures through crafts, stories, cooking, music, science, games, field trips.
Ages: 2 1/2-12.
Session dates: June 10-Aug. 30.
Fees: $65 per week; $47 per week part time.
Contact: 342-4003.
SOCCER ACADEMY DAY CAMP: Hidden Valley Junior High School, Roanoke County.
Ages: Coed, 6-15; mini-camp, 6-7.
Session dates: Aug. 5-9.
Fees: $110; mini camp, $95.
Contact: (703) 385-0150.
STEP, INC. OF FRANKLIN COUNTY CAMPS: Various locations.
Ages: 5-13.
Session dates: June 14-Sept. 3.
Contact: Gretchen Randall, 483-5142.
THEATRE DAY CAMP: Shakespeare, the Greeks, Children's Theatre, magic and ghosts.
Ages: 7-12 and teen-agers.
Session dates: June 15-Aug. 15.
Contact: Gail Bochenek, 586-0410.
TOP DAWG YOUTH SOCCER CAMP: For all ages and skill levels. Coed.
Session dates and locations: Roanoke City Advanced, June 17-21, River's Edge Sports Complex. Roanoke City Recreational, June 24-28, River's Edge Sports Complex. N. Roanoke/Glenvar Recreational, July 8-12, Mt. View Elementary. Vinton/Mt. Pleasant Advanced, July 15-19, William Byrd Middle School. Cave Spring Recreational, July 15-19, Clearbrook Elementary. Roanoke County Recreational, July 22-26, Herman L. Horn Elementary. Roanoke City Recreational, July 29-Aug. 2, River's Edge Sports Complex. Salem Recreational, July 29-Aug. 2, Salem High School.
Fees: $70, half day; $125, full day (by June 7); $80, half day; $145 full day (after June 7).
Contact: 776-7977, 387-6338.
VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATION CAMPS - ``WHAT A TRIP'': 303 Norfolk Ave., Roanoke. Weekly themes include ``Wagons Ho!,'' ``Transportation Across Town,'' ``Build It!,'' ``To Fly or Not to Fly,'' ``Thomas Comes to Town.''
Ages: 6-10. ``Thomas Comes to Town,'' ages 4-5.
Session dates: June 17-21, June 24-28, July 8-12; Wednesdays, June 5-July 10 (``Thomas Comes to Town,'' 12:15-1:30 p.m.), .
Fees: $60. ``Thomas Comes to Town,'' $40.
Contact: Beth Davis, 342-5670.
VIRGINIA TECH DAY CAMPS:
Bill Foster's Hokie Basketball Camp:
Ages: Coed, 7-16.
Session dates: July 29-Aug. 1. Application deadline, July 22.
Fees: $125.
Contact: 231-6725.
Carol Alfano Basketball Camps: 320 Cassell Coliseum.
Junior Day Camp:
Ages: Coed, grades 1-7.
Session dates: July 22-25.
Fees: $60.
Shooting Camp:
Ages: Coed, grades 3-12.
Session dates: July 22-25.
Fees: $60.
Hoops For A Day Team Camp:
Ages: Girls, varsity and junior varsity teams.
Session date: Aug. 2.
Fees: $200 per team.
Contact: Kay Collier or Jill Jameson, 231-4998.
YMCA MAGIC PLACE CAMP: 4 Roanoke/1 Salem location. Weekly themes, swimming, skating, field trips.
Ages: Coed, 5-12.
Session dates: June 17-Aug 23.
Fees: $75/week; part time rates available.
Contact: Jackie Ciccareilli, 342-9622.
YWCA CAMP-QUEST: Central Center, 605 First St. S.W., Roanoke and Salem Site, 125 W. Main St., Salem. Themes each week include ``All Sorts of Sports,'' ``Wild About Water,'' ``Marvels of Magic,'' ``Super Sleuths,'' ``Clowning Around Town'' and others. Swimming, field trips, sports, games, arts and crafts, science fun and more. Sponsored by YWCA of Roanoke Valley.
Ages: 5-12.
Session dates: June 13-Aug. 30. Weekly or full session available.
Fees: $60 per week. $10 annual membership fee required. Family discounts available.
Contact: 345-9922.
ZOO CAMP '96: Hands-on activities at Mill Mountain Zoo.
Ages: 4-11.
Session dates and fees: ``Backyard Animals,'' ages 4-5, July 8-12. $48. ``Endangered Species,'' ages 5-6, June 17-21; ages 7-8, July 15-19. $78. ``Fur & Non-Fur,'' ages 5-6, July 1-3. $58. ``Predators,'' ages 5-6, July 22-26; ages 7-8, Aug. 5-9. $78. ``Animalia,'' ages 5-7, July 8-12 (with Art Museum of Western Virginia). $60. ``Planet Rangers,'' ages 7-9, July 29-Aug. 2 and Aug. 12-16. $78. ``Backyard Habitats,'' ages 8-10, July 29-Aug. 2 (with Science Museum of Western Virginia). $116. ``Keeper For a Week,'' ages 9-11, June 24-28, July 8-12 and Aug. 19-23. $78.
Contact: 343-3241.
OVERNIGHT CAMPS
CAMP ALTA MONS: 2842 Crockett Springs Road, Shawsville. Sponsored by Roanoke District of the United Methodist Church.
Ages: Grades 1-12.
Session Dates: Mini Camp (grades 1-3), June 30-Aug. 2 and Aug. 3-5. Elementary Camp (grades 4-6), June 23-28, July 7-12, 14-19 and 21-26, July 28-Aug. 2. Junior High Resident Camp (grades 7-9), July 7-12 and 14-19, July 28-Aug. 2. Junior High Backpack Challenge Camp (grades 8-10), June 23-28. Junior High Canoe Challenge (grades 8-10), June 30-July 5, Aug. 4-9. Junior High Trail Bike Adventure (grades 8-10), July 21-26. Senior High Canoe Adventure (grades 10-12), July 7-12. Senior High Canoe, Trial Bike and Backpack Challenge (grades 10-12), July 14-19. Senior High Backpack/Trail Bike Adventure (grades 10-12), July 28-Aug. 2. Senior High Sail/Rafting Challenge (grades 10-12), Aug. 4-9.
Fees: Mini Camp, $65; Elementary Camp, $135; Junior High Resident Camp, $135; Junior High Challenge Camps, $150; Senior High Adventure Camps, $180; Senior High Challenge Adventure Camp, $185. Non-refundable registration, $30.
Contact: 268-2409.
CAMP BETHEL: 2743 Bethel Road, Fincastle. Swimming, hiking, crafts, nature study, singing, campcraft, Bible study. Sponsored by Church of the Brethren.
Overnight Camp: First-time overnight experience for children and parents.
Ages: 9 and under.
Session dates: June 7-8.
Fees: $30 (before May 15); accompanying adult, half price.
Backpacking Camp:
Ages: 13-18.
Session dates: June 16-22.
Fees: $150 (before May 15).
First, Second and Third Grade Camp:
Ages: Grades 1-3.
Session dates: June 21-22.
Fees: $30 (before May 15).
Junior High Camp:
Ages: 13-16.
Session dates: July 14-20.
Fees: $150 (before May 15).
Day Camp:
Ages: 5-7; adults welcome.
Session dates: July 14-20.
Fees: $12 (before May 15); adults half price.
Senior High Camp:
Ages: 15-18.
Session dates: July 21-27.
Fees: $150 (before May 15).
Climbing and Rappelling Camp:
Ages: 14-18.
Session dates: July 21-28.
Fees: $190 (before May 15).
Primary Camp:
Ages: 9-12.
Session dates: July 28-Aug. 3, ages 9-11. Aug. 11-17, ages 9-12.
Fees: $150 (before May 15).
Junior High Camp:
Ages: 12-14.
Session dates: Aug. 4-10.
Fees: $150 (before May 15).
Wilderness Canoe Trip: Trip to Boundary Waters of Northern Minnesota. Equipment provided.
Ages: 13 and up.
Session dates: Aug. 10-22.
Fees: $370 (before May 15).
Contact: 992-2940.
CAMP EAGLE: Fincastle. Rappelling, rock climbing, ropes course, praise and worship, overnight, wilderness camping and more. Sponsored by Shenandoah Baptist Church.
Ages: Grades 4-11.
Session dates: June 17-22 (grades 4-5); June 24-29 (grades 6-7); July 1-6 (grades 8-11), July 8-13 (grades 6-7); July 15-20 (grades 8-9); July 20-Aug. 3 (grades 4-5); July 22-23, overnighter (grades 2-3).
Fees: $90; rafting trip, $40 additional; overnighter, $25.
Contact: 366-2431.
CAMP EASTER SEAL-WEST: Craig County. Various dates and camps for adults and children with disabilities, including physical, spina bifida, speech/language, cognitive and hearing impairments. Swimming, fishing, riding, archery, sports, climbing, campouts, crafts and more.
Ages: 5-adult.
Session dates: Weekly camps, June 9-Aug. 4.
Fees: Sliding scale. Sponsorships available.
Contact: Kris Sorensen, 362-1656.
CAMP LIGHTEN UP: Smith Mountain Lake 4-H Educational Center, Wirtz. Traditional camp activities plus classes on nutrition, behavior modification and self esteem.
Ages: Coed, 9-14.
Session dates: Aug. 11-15.
Fees: $110.
Contact: County extension office or write Smith Mountain Lake 4-H Educational Center, Route 2, Box 695, Wirtz, Va. 24184.
CAMP MARANATHA: Dublin. Christian camp including swimming, volleyball, basketball, games, softball and more. Sponsored by Appalachian Conference Christian Education.
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