Prince William County Summer Camp Guide 2024

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2024 COMMSSION FOR ACCREDITATIONOF PARKAND REC T ONAGENCES CAPR A ACCR EDITED Partial Day Specialty Camps & Full Day Weekly Traditional Camps www.pwcparks.org

Plan Your Summer Fun

Registration

Opens March 5, 8am

pwcparks.info/camps

Checklist for Full Day Camp Programs

Please complete all required forms in ePACT one week prior to camp.

If applicable, please make sure all medical forms are complete in ePACT and medication is brought with your child on the first day of camp.

All campers should bring two snacks, lunch, drink and a water bottle to camp each day. Please pack sunscreen each day, if possible please apply sunscreen before your child comes to camp.

Camp Payments

FULL DAY CAMP A non-refundable deposit of $50.00 is due at the time of registration, The remaining balance is due no later than 14 days prior to the start of camp.

Failure to pay the balance in full by the due date may result in your child being removed from the camp. A $10.00 multi-child discount will be given to each additional child in the household who is enrolled in the same full-day camp program at the same location.

PARTIAL DAY CAMP Cancellations made more than 14 days prior to the start of camp will receive a refund minus a $10.00 processing charge.

Cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the start of camp will result in a forfeiture of all fees.

Registration Deadlines

The deadline to register for our camp programs is 11:59 pm 14 days in advance of the first day of camp.

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Full Day Camp Programs

Extended Day Care Options

7a-9a (Before) / 5p-6p (After)

The letter “B” on icon = Before camp extended day care option available

The letter “A” on icon = After camp extended day care option available $30 / Before OR After $60 / Before AND After

2024 Summer Camp Parent/Guardian Handbook

Parents are responsible for information contained in the Parent/Guardian Handbook which is available online: www.pwcparks.org/ handbook

Online Forms: pwcparks.info/campforms

• Inclusion Request

• Code of Conduct

• Walker/Bike Rider Authorization

• Medical/Medication

Health and Safety

Unless otherwise noted, PWC Department of Parks & Recreation summer camp offerings operate with basic health and safety requirements but are exempt from licensure and have no direct oversight by the Virginia Department of Education.

“My son was well cared for and was excited to attend camp every week.”
William County Parks & Recreation

Registration Quick Tips

Make your online registration a success by preparing before you begin registering.

⋆ Choose your preferred options for summer camps and note the activity number associated with your choice. Activity numbers are show with each camp listed.

⋆ For online registration, go to “Log into your account” at pwcparks.info/login starting on March 5 at 8am. For help with online processing, review our “Online Registration Tips & Tricks for Success” below. Please note that households with an overdue balance from previous camps or classes must pay off their balance before registering a child for camp.

Online Registration: Tips & Tricks for Success!

⋆ Set up your account prior to registration. If this is the first time you will be registering for a camp or class, or have forgotten your User ID and/or Password, visit parksandrec.pwcgov.org. Here you are able to click on “create account” or Forgot User ID/Password” for help and follow the instructions. If you require additional assistance creating an account or retrieving your Login ID and Password, contact the Registration Office at 703-792-7060 or one of the camp sites.

⋆ Review your account prior to registration. Ensure all account information including family member names, birth dates, email and phone number are listed correctly. This is imperative as children who are found to be under or over the age restrictions of camp will not be able to register.

⋆ Be prepared to register ON or after March 5, 2024. You will speed through the online registration process if you have the information you need at your fingertips. This is important as camps fill quickly.

⋆ Know your username and password.

⋆ Know the camps and camp codes you want. Have second-choice options ready in case you are wait listed for your first choice.

⋆ Add a Class/Program to Wishlist. If there is a program or class you would like to save but are not ready to checkout, you can add the class/program to your wishlist and then add it to your cart at a later time. To do this, make sure you are logged into your account. Once you’ve clicked on the class or program, click the ‘Add to Wishlist’ button on the far right.

⋆ After you log in, use the Summer Camp menu to search for camps and read any important camp updates. To register for a camp, click on the Shopping Cart icon to the left of the camp name on the Search screen. If the camp offers extended hours, you will be asked if you would like to register for them.

⋆ Have your credit card information handy. Prince William County accepts Visa, Master Card and Discover.

2024 Summer Camps 1 | Quick Tips 2 | Steps to Registration 2 | Child Records & Registration 3 | Registration Deadlines 4 | Employment/Counselors 4 | Inclusion 4 | Cancellations & Refund Policy 5 | Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center 8 | First Tee Golf Camps 10 | Historic Preservation 11 | James S. Long Park 12 | Lake Ridge Park 14 | Summer Camps FAQs 15 | Locust Shade Park 19 | Pat White Center At Ben Lomond 22 | Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center 28 | Silver Lake Regional Park 30 | Veterans Memorial Park
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Steps to Registration

Registration Opens March 5

You may register in person: at sites with customer service desk or online:

www.pwcparks.org/register

Click on Login/Register

Already have an account?

Enter username & password, log in Don’t forget to update any new email & phone numbers

New customer?

Click “New Customer–Create Account (Fill out online questionnaire)

➌ Search Activity Number

Use the Activity # listed for each program in Leisure for easy online registration. When no Activity # is listed contact the site location for more information.

“The counselors and management are professional, kind, and have made wonderful lasting impressions on our children. My children are excited to go to camp each day and come home happy.”

Child Records & Registration

Prince William County Department of Parks & Recreation utilizes an online system to maintain medical, emergency and participant information for all day camp programs.

ePACT is a system that is designed to create efficiencies for both customers and staff in maintaining confidential information in a secure and safe manner. ePACT maintains the same levels of security as online banking, and limits access only to the administrators who have been assigned privileges.

Through ePACT, you will be able to create/ update your own accounts, upload and complete the required forms giving DPR the necessary information for your child(ren).

ePACT allows administrators quick access to pertinent participant information, contributes to more “green” programs by decreasing the need for paper copies, and provides staff with a variety of ways to communicate with parents/guardians regarding program updates, alerts, and requests for information.

After registering for your desired program, you will be sent a link to access the ePACT system. Through this link you will be able to upload and complete forms including necessary medical information, emergency contacts and any special needs your child may have.

ePACT is also available in Spanish. In order for your program registration to be considered complete and for your child to participate, you will need to:

• Make any payments related to the programs you have chosen

• Ensure you have received a receipt of registration.

Programs with this icon are state licensed and require copies of Health/ Physical form, Age Verification (original birth certificate) and vaccination records prior to child attending camp.

See online forms: pwcparks.info/campforms

• Create an account with e-PACT

• Complete and/or upload the necessary forms associated with the program you registered for

• Continue to make changes, as needed, to your family’s account

• Verify email and phone numbers

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Summer Camp Registration Deadlines:

Registration for all camps closes 14 days in advance of the first day of camp.

Payments:

Partial Day and Break Camps

■ Payment in full is due at the time of registration.

Full Day Camps

■ A non-refundable deposit of $50 is due at the time of registration. New in 2024 – the remaining balance is due no later than 14 days prior to the start of camp.

■ Failure to pay the balance in full by the due date may result in your child being removed from the camp.

■ A $10 multi-child discount will be given to each additional child in the household who is enrolled in the same full-day camp program at the same location.

Cancellations & Refunds:

Partial Day and Break Camps

■ Cancellations made more than 14 days prior to the start of camp will receive a refund minus a $10 processing charge.

■ Cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the start of camp will result in a forfeiture of all fees.

Full Day Camps

■ Cancellations made more than 14 days prior to the start of camp will receive a refund minus the $50 non-refundable deposit.

■ Cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the start of camp will result in a forfeiture of all fees.

Transfers:

■ All fees (including deposits) are transferable with documented notice made more than 14 days prior to the start of camp (from which the transfer is requested).

■ Transfers requested less than 14 days prior to the start of the camp (from which the transfer is being requested), will result in a forfeiture of all fees.

■ Transfers are not guaranteed and subject to program availability.

All registration change notifications can be made by contacting the coordinating camp manager or via sites with a customer service front desk.

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Staff/Counselors

We are committed to providing your child/camper a safe environment with caring and experienced camp counselors and fun filled days.

We hire those with a passion for play! In addition to the experience they bring, our staff receives in-depth pre-season training that includes topics on behavior management, customer service, camp activity programming, risk management, and child development.

All counselors must be 18 years of age or older and have, at minimum, 6 months of experience working with children.

In addition to this training, counselors are also required to be certified in CPR, First Aid and AED. They must pass a criminal background and Central Registry Check as well as attend sexual harassment, blood borne pathogen and daily health trainings.

Inclusion

The Prince William County Department of Parks & Recreation is committed to serving the needs of everyone in the community through inclusive programming by providing an atmosphere in which persons with and without disabilities can interact, play, and socialize with their peers in an all-inclusive, supportive environment. Requests for modification must be received at least 21 business days prior to the start of the desired camp program in order to allow time for the modifications to be put in place.

If you are requesting any type of modification for your child, you must submit a written request form which is available here:

pwcparks.info/campforms.

If you have questions about the process or need more information, please contact: Veronica Laughman, ADA Coordinator vlaughman@pwcgov.org or call 703-792-8066.

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CHAMP CAMP Ages 3-5

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED Your child will enjoy games, movement, music, and art. Once a week we have outside water play, and Fridays are pool days. Children are required to meet the entrance age by the first day of camp to be registered. This camp is a licensed preschool camp and has entrance paperwork as a result. All documents must be submitted via the ePact system. Children are required to be potty trained to attend this camp. No camp June 19, July 4 & 5.

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Jun 17-21 / 9a-12p M,T Th,F $100 Ages 3-4 Sensational Superheroes Unleash your superpowers and activate your inner superhero. 207224 C01 Jun 24-28 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 3-4 Wild West Pan for gold and prepare for adventures on the plains. 207224 C02 Jul 1-3 / 9a-12p M-W $75 Ages 3-4 Party in the USA Fireworks and festivities for the 4th of July 207224 C03 Jul 8-12 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 3-4 Fantastic Fairytales Fly into a magical world of wizards and witches. 207224 C04 Jul 15-19 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 3-4 Pirates of the Potomac Set sail for a week on the high seas. 207224 C05 Jul 22-26 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 3-4 Shark Week Deep dive into a week of sharks and sea creatures. 207224 C06 Jul 29-Aug 2 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 3-4 Spectacular Science Evolve into a mad scientist in our sensory and science labs. 207224 C07 Aug 5-9 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 3-4 Digging Dinosaurs Go back in time to explore dinosaurs and become a paleontologist. 207224 C08 Jun 17-21 / 9a-12p M,T Th,F $100 Ages 4.5-5 Sensational Superheroes Unleash your superpowers and activate your inner superhero. 207225 C01 Jun 24-28 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 4.5-5 Wild West Pan for gold and prepare for adventures on the plains. 207225 C02 Jul 1-3 / 9a-12p M-W $75 Ages 4.5-5 Party in the USA Fireworks and festivities for the 4th of July 207225 C03 Jul 8-12 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 4.5-5 Fantastic Fairytales Fly into a magical world of wizards and witches. 207225 C04 Jul 15-19 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 4.5-5 Pirates of the Potomac Set sail for a week on the high seas. 207225 C05 Jul 22-26 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 4.5-5 Shark Week Deep dive into a week of sharks and sea creatures. 207225 C06 Jul 29-Aug 2 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 4.5-5 Spectacular Science Evolve into a mad scientist in our sensory and science labs. 207225 C07 Aug 5-9 / 9a-12p M-F $125 Ages 4.5-5 Digging Dinosaurs Go back in time to explore dinosaurs and become a paleontologist. 207225 C08 Register Online: pwcparks.info/camps |5 Link to Register

CAMP CHINN JR.

Ages 6-7

Join us this summer at the Chinn Center! Your child will have the opportunity to participate in supervised camp games, activities and crafts. Camp also includes swimming and a field trip; with before and after care options available. Before Care (7:00a-9:00a): $30; After Care (5:00p-6:00p): $30; Both AM & PM Care: $60.

Jun 17-21 / 9a-5p M,T,Th,F $180 Aloha: Welcome to Summer Time! 207221 C01

24-28 / 9a-5p M-F $225 Wild, Wild West: Howdy partners, get ready for some fun on the prairie! 207221 C02

1-3 / 9a-5p M-W $135 Pirate Invasion: Ahoy, mateys! Come aboard as we sail the seven seas in search of fun and adventure.

C03 Jul 8-12 / 9a-5p M-F $225

Tap into your superpowers and help save the day at Chinn!

Jul 29-Aug

My son was apprehensive on his first day as he thought he “would be bored.” But after day 1, he was excited to go back! He made some new friends and genuinely enjoyed all of the activities. Great job offering something a little “different” for our community!

CHINN SUMMER CAMP

Ages 8-11

Join us this summer at the Chinn Center! Your child will have the opportunity to participate in supervised camp games, activities and crafts. Camp also includes swimming and a field trip; with before and after care options available.

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Jun 17-21 / 9a-5p M,T,Th,F $180 Aloha: Welcome to Summer Time! 207222 C01 Jun 24-28 / 9a-5p M-F $225 Wild, Wild West: Howdy partners, get ready for some fun on the prairie! 207222 C02 Jul 1-3 / 9a-5p M-W $135 Pirate Invasion: Ahoy, mateys! Come aboard as we sail the seven seas in search of fun and adventure. 207222 C03 Jul 8-12 / 9a-5p M-F $225 Superheroes: Tap into your superpowers and help save the day at Chinn! 207222 C04 Jul 15-19 / 9a-5p M-F $225 Space Wars: Come and join us as we explore the galactic universe! 207222 C05 Jul 22-26 / 9a-5p M-F $225 Science Fair: Join our crew of young scientists as we dive into the world of STEAM 207222 C06 Jul 29-Aug 2 / 9a-5p M-F $225 CHINNLYMPICS: Come and participate in our take on the Olympics, with tons of traditions and games for campers to bring home the gold. 207222 C07 Aug 5-9 / 9a-5p M-F $225 Water Week: Dive into the final week of camp & end summer with a splash! 207222 C08
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CHINN TEEN CAMP

Ages 12-14

Join us this summer at the Chinn Center! Your child will have the opportunity to participate in supervised camp games, activities and crafts. Camp also includes swimming and a field trip; with before and after care options available. Before Care (6:30a-9:00a): $30; After Care (5p - 6:30p): $30; Both AM & PM Care: $60

Jun 17-21 / 9a-5p M,T,Th,F $192 Aloha: Welcome to Summer Time! 207223 C01 Jun 24-28 / 9a-5p M-F $225 Wild, Wild West: Howdy partners, get ready for some fun on the prairie! 207223 C02 Jul 1-3 / 9a-5p M-W $144 Pirate Invasion: Ahoy, mateys! Come aboard as we sail the seven seas in search of fun and adventure. 207223 C03 Jul 8-12 / 9a-5p M-F $225 Superheroes: Tap into your superpowers and help save the day at Chinn! 207223 C04 Jul 15-19 / 9a-5p M-F $225 Space Wars: Come and join us as we explore the galactic universe! 207223 C05 Jul 22-26 / 9a-5p M-F $225 Science Fair: Join our crew of young scientists as we dive into the world of STEAM 207223 C06 Jul 29-Aug 2 / 9a-5p M-F $225 CHINNLYMPICS: Come and participate in our take on the Olympics, with tons of traditions and games for campers to bring home the gold. 207223 C7 Aug 5-9 / 9a-5p M-F $225 Water Week: Dive into the final week of camp & end summer with a splash! 207223 C08 leisure Coming Soon Spring/Summer Registration Opens April 9 leisure Register Online: pwcparks.info/camps |7 Link to Register

FIRST TEE GOLF CLUB Ages 7-17

Golf is one of the most diverse and inclusive sports out there. Regardless of previous experience, all kids from 7-17 are welcome. Based on your skill level we will: cover the basics of golf, rules and etiquette, impact and distance control, course management and on to more advanced golf skills. First Tee also places a premium on core values such as honesty, respect, confidence, and judgment. These values help build social skills, deal with peer pressure and how to self-manage through most situations. No camp June 19 and July 4.

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LAKE RIDGE GOLF COURSE
GREENS GOLF CLUB
Poa Annua
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Ln. Triangle, VA
24-27 / 9a-11:30a M-Th $175 230008 F01
22-25 / 9a-11:30a M-Th $175 230008 F02 LAKE RIDGE GOLF COURSE 12350
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1-3 / 9a-11:30a M-W $150 230008 L02
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More Than A Summer Job Building Memories to Share And Skills for a Lifetime A variety of summer positions available. Apply today! www.pwcparksjobs.com

COLONIAL TIMES AT RIPPON LODGE SUMMER CAMP

Ages 9-12

Rippon Lodge Historic Site

This four-day camp will explore Virginia’s early colonial history and the Blackburn Family, the original owners of Rippon Lodge. Indoor and outdoor activities, crafts, foodways, field trips, and special guests included in this history camp.

Jun 17-21 / 9a-4p M,T,Th,F $200

CIVIL WAR SUMMER CAMP

Ages 8-13

Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre

Our Civil War Summer Camp takes a hands-on approach to studying the American Civil War. Campers will learn about the many parts of the life of a Civil War soldier, including drill, camping, cooking, uniforms and equipment, flags, artillery, cavalry, a field trip to local Civil War sites, and more.

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Aug 5-9 / 9a-4p M-F $240

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FARM LIFE SUMMER CAMP

Ages 8-13

Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre

Have you ever wondered what it was like to live on a farm in the days of oil lamps? How about in a small Virginia town before the big highways came? Answer these questions and more at Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre’s Farm Life Camp! Campers will explore a wide array of hands-on activities connected to Brentsville’s historic buildings including a farmhouse, school, courthouse, and jail, and have a series of adventures throughout the week that will introduce them to the ways people have lived in Prince William County from Native Americans to the present day!

Jun 24-28 / 9a-4p M-F $240

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LIL EXPLORERS CAMP Ages 3-5

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Our Grō Nature Camp immerses campers into the world around them by exploring, investigating, and interacting with our Grō Nature Forest. Campers participate in a wide variety of hands-on activities, built around our weekly camp themes. Campers will discover the wonders of nature both in indoor and outdoor settings. This is a Virginia state licensed program. Campers must meet the age requirements by the first day of camp. Required forms must be uploaded into ePACT two weeks prior to the start of the camp week. Required forms include: Camper Registration, School Entry Health Form, Verification of Birth Certificate, Immunization Records, Sunscreen/Bug Spray, Parental Authorization Form. No camp June 19 and July 4 & 5.

Jul 1-3 9a-12p M-W $75 STEAMin' with Fun

Jul 8-12 9a-12p M-F $125 Dino-Mite Dinosaurs

Jul 15-19 9a-12p M-F $125 Gro Weather Station

Jul 22-26 9a-12p M-F $125 It's a Pirate's Life for Me

Jul 29-Aug 2 9a-12p M-F $125 Ha-bitat that Animal

Aug 5-9 9a-12p M-F $125 Lil Explorer Art Studio

Join us this week as we explore all the components of STEAM, with a nature twist. Campers will engage in hands-on activities as they learn, create, and have fun! No camp July 4 & 5 (Thursday & Friday).

Let’s dig in and discover all about dinosaurs! We are going to travel back in time to when dinosaurs ruled the world through fun-filled hands-on activities, experiments, and more!

Join us in exploring the wonderful world of weather. Campers will investigate the many types of weather from rain to snow to tornados and how they interact with the environment.

Let’s have some swashbuckling fun, as we become Scholastic Pirates! Campers will have fun as they learn and experience pirate themed activities.

This week campers will visit various habitats around the world, learning about the amazing animals, including birds, insects, mammals, and more! that live and survive in these environments. Get ready for an exciting adventure!

Calling all artists, our camp art studio wants you to join us for a fun-filled and creative week of camp. Campers will use nature and a variety of art mediums to create amazing works of art!

ENGINEERING WITH LITTLEBITS Ages 6-8

In this camp, younger campers are introduced to basic electronics including input/output through hand-on learning and projects. Campers combine everyday supplies and color-coded modules to create different projects such as custom flashlights, touch sensors, alarm clocks, and more! No camp July 4 & 5.

Jul 1-3 / 1p-4p

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ROBOTICS AND VISUAL CODING WITH LEGO® WEDO Ages 6-8

Powered by the LEGO® Education Wedo Base Set and Software, our Jr. Lego® Robotics camp combines the exciting world of Lego® with programming to manipulate and program your own personal robots. This camp is tailored to younger children who want to learn the basics of visual programming. Campers create commands for their robots to follow by using an application with a drag-and-drop interface that is visually simple to use, but capable of complex instructions.

Jul 22-26 / 1p-4p

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NEW** SUPER DOODLE W/ABRAKADOODLE Ages 6-8

Blast off with this super fun camp! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a paint super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Create nonstop super FUN art projects in this super-duper camp!

Jul 15-19 / 1p-4p

M-F $210 207029 J01

NEW** ULTIMATE MUSIC CAMP Ages 6-8

Learn Now Music introduces campers to a variety of musical instruments and concepts including piano, guitar, violin, drums, voice, and movement. Campers participate in musical games, crafts, musical listening excerpts, related projects and MORE! FREE instrument rentals are provided to borrow for in camp use and at-home exploration (rental agreement must be signed). Instruments must be returned at the end of the program. Session instruments are guitar and violin. All campers should bring a snack and drink daily.

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LATITUDE 38 Ages 6-14

Lake Ridge Park is filled with trails, creeks, wooded areas and even has its own marina right on the Occoquan Reservoir. Latitude 38 Campers will be involved in a variety of activities such as hiking, learning about nature, kayaking on the water and many more outdoor activities. Each week, special activities that relate to the weekly theme will also be added into our camp schedule. Please note that Lake Ridge Park Campers will spend most of their day outdoors, however, we do have access to shelter for inclement weather days.

Discoverer - Planting Seeds of Discovery (ages 6-7): Explore the world beyond your backyard. Our counselors and program content are chosen with specific needs of our youngest campers in mind. *Park rules require children to be at least 8 years old to operate a kayak. Because of this, campers in this group will have special water play days rather than marina days.

Explorer - Feed the Exploring Mind (ages 8-10): Independent learning starts here! You’re old enough now to experience more on your own. Let our counselors guide you as you participate in programs related to our themes and explore all that the park has to offer.

Challengers - Cultivating a Higher Degree of Challenge (ages 11-14): Are you ready for the challenge? Come and cultivate your skills while learning about nature and the out doors!

Each week campers will experience and onsite event of field trip. Field trips are subject to change. No camp June 19, July 4 & July 5. Extended Day care option available: Before care 7-9am ($30); After Care 5-6pm ($30); Both $60.

Jun 17-21 / 9a-5p M,W,Th,F $192 Nature Week - Campers will discover a deeper connection and understanding of nature through exploration, activities, and much more!

Jun 24-28 / 9a-5p M-F $240 Campers Vs. Counselors - Join us this week as the campers will take on our counselors in a number of different challenges. Relay races, scavenger hunts, and other games are just the beginning in this week of competition.

Jul 1-5 / 9a-5p M-W $144 Explore the Galaxy - Prepare for take of as we blast into space this week! Learn what is takes to become an astronaut and plan your mission to space.

Jul 8-12 / 9a-5p M-F $240 Wilderness Adventure - Challenge yourself this week as we focus on outdoor adventure. Hiking, climbing and building in the wilderness as we set

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JR. EXPLORERS Ages 6-9

Weekly themes will excite your child as we explore nature and learn about the incredible world around us. Filled with ageappropriate activities, trail hikes, creative games, and crafts to encourage their imagination. This smaller group setting is perfect for campers who are new to summer camps and want to get all the fun in half a day. Campers will spend time outdoors and inside our activity center. No camp July 4 & 5.

Jun 24-28 9a-12p

M-F $125 Games and competitionCompete against your fellow campers and counselors during this week filled with games, puzzles and other fun activities.

Jul 1-3 9a-12p M-W $75 Space Week - Prepare for takeoff as we blast into space this week! Learn what is takes to become an astronaut and plan your mission to space!

Jul 8-12 9a-12p M-F $125 Nature weekCampers will discover a deeper connection and understanding of nature through exploration, activities, and more.

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Jul 22-26 9a-12p

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M-F $125 Music and Dance - Sing and dance your way to a good time. Music is everywhere and we are jamming out this week!

PADDLE SPORTS CAMP Ages 10-14

Learn all the skills that you will need to explore the Occoquan Reservoir by kayak, canoe, and paddleboard. Note: Friday will be used as a make up day in the event of inclement weather.

Jun 24-27 / 9a-12p

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FAQs

QWhat is your policy on allowing parents to stay and observe camp?

Often parents or guardian’s presence during camp can be distracting for some children as well as staff. For this reason, we prefer parents/guardians not stay.

QQuick reference for Payments, Refunds and Prorating:

Partial Day and Break Camps:

Payment in full is due at the time of registration. Full Day Camps: A non-refundable deposit of $50.00 is due at the time of registration. New in 2024 – The remaining balance is due no later than 14 days prior to the start of camp.

Failure to pay the balance in full by the due date may result in your child being removed from the camp. A $10.00 multi-child discount will be given to each additional child in the household who is enrolled in the same full-day camp program at the same location. For more information please see the Parent/Guardian Handbook.

QCan I purchase an extra camp T-shirt?

Each Full Day Camper will receive one T-Shirt per summer per registered camp location. These shirts are to be worn on field trip days. Please ask the camp manager regarding additional t-shirts for purchase.

QDo I have to sign up for the entire summer or can I choose specific weeks?

Committing to a full summer of camp is not required. Participants can choose specific camps or weeks that interest them.

QDo you offer Before and After extended care options? What are the fees?

Extended before and after care is offered for full day camp programs. The hours for extended care are 7a-9a and 5p-6p. Morning or evening extended care costs an additional $30 per week. If both morning and evening care is needed, the cost is an additional $60 per week. Registration and payment for before and aftercare is due 14 days prior to camp start date.

QWill campers be going on field trips this summer?

Yes! Full day camp programs will be offering field trips this summer and occasionally an on-site specialty program. Information regarding field trips will be communicated through the camp newsletter

QQuick guide to meals at camp

We are unable to provide refrigeration or access to a microwave for camper’s lunches/snacks. Gener-

ally lunch is held between 11a-12noon. Meals are not provided unless there is a special event scheduled that will include food. Campers should bring 2 snacks and 2 drinks, lunch, and water bottle to full day camps each day, and 1 snack and water bottle to partial day camps.

QWhat about swimming?

Swimming is offered at some of our full day camps. Swim days, times, and locations will be communicated through the camp newsletter. All children in PWC Department of Parks & Recreation summer camps will need to pass a swim test before getting in the water. This will determine areas of the pool they are allowed to access and if they need a life vest. More information can be found in the Parent/Guardian Handbook.

QCan we switch from one camp program/location to another?

All fees (including deposits) are transferable with documented notice made more than 14 days prior to the start of camp (from which the transfer is requested). Transfers requested less than 14 days prior to the start of the camp (from which the transfer is being requested), will result in a forfeiture of all fees. Transfers are not guaranteed and subject to program availability.

QWhat if my child has a disability?

The Department of Parks and Recreation offers inclusion based programming. Please find more information on our Inclusion page or contact Veronica Laughman, ADA Coordinator: vlaughman@pwcgov.org. Inclusion request form.

QIf I am not registered for before care, how early can I drop my child off?

Campers who are not signed up for extended care should be dropped off between 8:45a-9:00a and picked up at 5:00p for Full-Day Camps at no extra cost.

QWhat do you do for inclement weather (heat and rain)?

All camp locations have inclement weather policies and Emergency Action Plans. Indoor spaces are available at all camp locations. In case of extreme heat, activities are modified, and outdoor time is limited.

QI am wait listed, what happens now?

If space becomes available, and your child becomes eligible for enrollment, you will be contacted by the camp manager regarding the opportunity to register.

QWhere can I find more information?

For more information regarding camps, please visit our Summer Camp Page.

For more information regarding camp policies and procedures please visit our Parent/Guardian Handbook.

For more information regarding our inclusion program please visit our disability inclusion page.

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CAMP WINGAPO JR Ages 6-8

Camp Wingapo, pronounced win-gap-o, is a Powhattan word to greet new friends. This fun, full day camp for ages 6-8 combines friendship building activities like obstacle courses, tug-o-war, scavengers hunts and crafts with outdoor adventures like fishing, boating, archery and mini golf. All camp weeks include the incredible “Splashtopia” water zone with inflatable water slides, super soakers and water balloons. All 5-day camps also include a fun mid-week field trip. Camp Wingapo is a fully outdoor camp with shelters for inclement weather.

Jun 17-21 9a-5p M,T Th,F $192 Trail Blazers

Jun 24-28

9a-5p M-F $240 Wild Adventures

Jul 1-3 9a-5p M-W $144 Soaring Spirit Week

Jul 8-12 9a-5p M-F $240 Wilderness Warriors

Jul 15-19 9a-5p M-F $240 Code Hunters

Jul 22-26 9a-5p M-F $240 Pathfinders

Jul 29-Aug 2 9a-5p M-F $240 Summer Quest

Aug 5-9 9a-5p M-F $240 Camp Discovery

Attention young “Trail Blazers!” Join us for a week-long exploration of the great outdoors. Discover kayaking, canoeing, hiking, fishing, archery, and our incredible compass course! If being a leader and trying new adventures sounds fun, then Trail Blazers is for you.

Your best adventure awaits you this week! Our Wild Adventures camp includes fun activities like boating, archery, mini golf, Ninja Warrior course and an EPIC scavenger hunt around camp Wingapo. Young Adventurers are sure to love this week!

Take summer camp excitement to the next level with Spirit week! Camp activities include tug-o-war, relay races, pool noodle jousting, water balloon toss, and our terrific tie-dye day! Campers will also love the “America” waterslide, one of the biggest inflatables around.

This exciting week of physical and mental challenges, team building and games will have campers focused on fun. Activities include orienteering, fishing, kayaking, archery, and Geocaching. Warriors will also design their own mini backpack and flag.

A week of adventure, fun, and team building awaits your camper this week. Campers will create maps, decipher clues, and solve codes in a search for hidden treasure. Code Hunters week will certainly be a summer camp favorite!

Hiking, archery, fishing, and rock wall climbing are only part of the adventure this week. Campers will also enjoy an exciting scavenger hunt around “Bigfoot’s Winding Path” and play fun field games with their new summer camp friends

Summer is calling! Register for this awesome week of swimming, archery, mini golf, kayaking, pickleball and so much more. Campers will also enjoy a GIANT water zone with water balloons, water sprayers, and of course–a VOLCANO water slide!

Our last week of camp will be an exciting one with Camp Discovery! Campers will enjoy creating their own camp site, hiking, boating, bait and cast a fishing rod, and explore the creek to discover the critters that call it home.

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CAMP WINGAPO SR Ages 9-13

Camp Wingapo, pronounced win-gap-o, is a Powhattan word to greet new friends. This fun, full day camp for ages 9-14 combines friendship building activities like obstacle courses, tug-o-war, scavengers hunts and crafts with outdoor adventures like fishing, boating, archery and mini golf. All camp weeks include the incredible “Splashtopia” water zone with inflatable water slides, super soakers and water balloons. All 5-day camps also include a fun mid-week field trip. Camp Wingapo is a fully outdoor camp with shelters for inclement weather.

Jun 17-21

9a-5p M,T Th,F $192 Trail Blazers

Jun 24-28

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Jul 1-3 9a-5p M-W $144 Soaring Spirit Week

Jul 8-12 9a-5p M-F $240 Wilderness Warriors

Jul 15-19 9a-5p M-F $240 Code Hunters

Attention young “Trail Blazers!” Join us for a week-long exploration of the great outdoors. Discover kayaking, canoeing, hiking, fishing, archery, and our incredible compass course! If being a leader and trying new adventures sounds fun, then Trail Blazers is for you.

Your best adventure awaits you this week! Our Wild Adventures camp includes fun activities like boating, archery, mini golf, Ninja Warrior course and an EPIC scavenger hunt around camp Wingapo. Young Adventurers are sure to love this week!

Take summer camp excitement to the next level with Spirit week! Camp activities include tug-o-war, relay races, pool noodle jousting, water balloon toss, and our terrific tie-dye day! Campers will also love the “America” water slide, one of the biggest inflatables around.

This exciting week of physical and mental challenges, team building and games will have campers focused on fun. Activities include orienteering, fishing, kayaking, archery, and Geocaching. Warriors will also design their own mini backpack and flag.

A week of adventure, fun, and team building awaits your camper this week. Campers will create maps, decipher clues, and solve codes in a search for hidden treasure. Code Hunters week will certainly be a summer camp favorite!

Jul 22-26 9a-5p M-F $240 Pathfinders Hiking, archery, fishing, and rock wall climbing are only part of the adventure this week. Campers will also enjoy an exciting scavenger hunt around “Bigfoot’s Winding Path” and play fun field games with their new summer camp friends

Jul 29-Aug 2 9a-5p M-F $240 Summer Quest

Aug 5-9 9a-5p M-F $240 Camp Discovery

We absolutely love Wingapo and will stay until these kids age out.

Summer is calling! Register for this awesome week of swimming, archery, mini golf, kayaking, pickleball and so much more. Campers will also enjoy a GIANT water zone with water balloons, water sprayers, and of course--a VOLCANO water slide!

Our last week of camp will be an exciting one with Camp Discovery! Campers will enjoy creating their own camp site, hiking, boating, bait and cast a fishing rod, and explore the creek to discover the critters that call it home.

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ABRAKADOOLE PRESENTS: PETS & PUPPIES Ages 6-12

Hop, pounce, or bark your way into these vibrant creations of Pets and Puppies! Your artists will explore exceptional projects inspired by innovative artists and pets! These colorful pets will soar into your hearts and homes as you have a PET-tastic time experimenting with painting, collage, sculptural art and more!

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ABRAKADOOLE PRESENTS: SMART Ages 6-12

SMART artists are SMART kids! What better way to engage developing creative minds than through STEAM lessons designed especially for them? Age-appropriate Science, Technology, and Engineering blend seamlessly with Art projects. Campers explore Math concepts such as geometry, fractions, and size. Kids will have loads of fun engaging in various SMART art concepts to explore!

Jul 29-Aug 2 / 9a-12p M-F $210

EXPLORE ARCHERY Ages 8-15

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Explore the fundamentals of Archery in a safe and rewarding camp. Campers learn through active participation in individual and team-building activities that are not based on campers’ athletic abilities or their capabilities to shoot a perfect score. Thursday will be used as a make-up day in the event of inclement weather. All equipment is provided.

Jul 15-17 / 9:30a-12p M-W $85

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INTERMEDIATE ARCHERY CAMP Ages 8-15

Intermediate Archery is for those who have previously participated in archery camps, archery in the schools, boy scouting archery or similar. The focus will be on improving skills and techniques covered in the basic archery camp. Training provided by National Archery Association certified instructors. Thursday will be used as a make-up day in the event of inclement weather. All equipment provided.

Aug 5-7 / 9:30a-12p M-W $85

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PRESENTS: ROBLOX, IMAGINATIVE GAME DESIGN Ages 10-14

Powered by the LEGO® Education Wedo Base Set and Software, our Jr. Lego® Robotics camp combines the exciting world of Lego® with programming to manipulate and program your own personal robots. This camp is tailored to younger children who want to learn the basics of visual programming. Campers create commands for their robots to follow by using an application with a drag-and-drop interface that is visually simple to use, but capable of complex instructions. Campers learn the importance of teamwork by working together with a partner in order to accomplish the build assignment for the day.

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CYBERTECK PRESENTS: ROBOTICS WITH VISUAL CODING WITH LEGO® WEDO Ages 6-9

Powered by the LEGO® Education Wedo Base Set and Software, our Jr. Lego® Robotics camp combines the exciting world of Lego® with programming to manipulate and program your own personal robots. This camp is tailored to younger children who want to learn the basics of visual programming. Campers create commands for their robots to follow by using an application with a drag-and-drop interface that is visually simple to use, but capable of complex instructions. Campers learn the importance of teamwork by working together with a partner in order to accomplish the build assignment for the day.

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2024 Counselor in Training Program

Offered at Camp Silver Lake and Camp Wingapo (Locust Shade)

Additional details and application available at: pwcparks.info/camps

Apply to be a Counselor in Training (CIT)! CIT’s ages 14-18 are assigned to Camp Silver Lake and Camp Wingapo (Locust Shade) to assist staff with facilitating games and activities. CITs build relationships with campers and serve as a role model. Being a CIT helps develop leadership skills, communications skills, interpersonal skills, teamwork and much more.

Applications are due March 31, 2024. Interviews will be held in April and acceptance notifications will be sent in early May. For more details and to apply, visit pwcparks.info/camps.

Questions?

Contact Children’s Program Director Ryan Amato at ramato@pwcgov.org or 703-792-4016.

NEW** ARTSY CITY BUILDERS W/ABRAKADOODLE

Ages 6-12

Calling all creative minds! We are planning a city! Let’s use artsy tools to design skyscrapers, bridges, community pools, houses, bistros, airports and even museums. Create an artsy garden with trees and sculptures. Paint your own urban skyline inspired by Van Gogh. Join us on the road to fun! Full-day camp, campers must bring their own lunch, water bottle, and a snack.

Jun 24-28 / 9a-12p M-F $210

Jun 24-28 / 9a-4p M-F $310

Jun 24-28 / 1p-4p M-F $210

SWEET TOOTH Ages 6-9

Campers will learn techniques and skills to prepare many stunning and mouth watering sweet creations. Recipes/ingredients may contain eggs, dairy, nuts or be made in a factory where nut products are produced. Sorry, we are not able to provide special allergy accommodations.

Jul 1-3 / 9a-12p M-W $85

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CHESS CAMP Ages 6-12

Come learn how to play or improve your chess skills at chess camp, instructed by Magnus Chess Academy. They have taught over 100,000 children including national champions, as well as beginners. Campers are split into groups based upon skill level. Campers will learn rules, openings, tactics, endgames, and more! Many games will be played for campers to develop their chess skills! All equipment provided. Full Day: Campers must bring their own lunch, two snacks, and a water bottle.

Jul 8-12 / 9a-4p M-F $399

Aug 5-9 / 9a-4p M-F $399

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NEW** CIRCUS ART CAMP W/ABRAKADOODLE Ages 3-5

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls…the circus is coming to town in Abrakadoodle style! Stretch your creative muscles while you tame animal sculptures, create a 3D clown puppet and more. Be the ringmaster of your own imagination! Must be potty trained.

Aug 5-9 / 9a-12p M-F $210

KNOT YOUR AVERAGE CRAFT CAMP Ages 8-14

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Calling all crafty campers to join us for this craft-filled camp exploring the basics of macrame. Campers will use macrame techniques and knots to make a variety of fun and creative projects!

Jul 1-3 / 1p-4p M-W $85

OOEY GOOEY FUN Ages 3-5

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Campers will experience hands-on messy science activities, as they work with different textures and mediums. A variety of funfilled activities will allow the campers to utilize their senses, while experiencing ooey gooey science!

Jul 22-26 / 10a-11:30a M,W,F $85

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Ages 12-14

Create paintings on an art adventure through history. Get your hands messy as you shine light on ancient cave paintings. Make beautifully patterned African art, explode with Pop Art, and create vibrant landscapes and more! Have a paintbrush ready to paint art through the ages!

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THERE IS AN ARTIST IN YOU Ages 6-10

Get your creative cap on! Campers will be engaging in a variety of art media allowing space for their inner artist to come out! We will be painting, sculpting, and much more!

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NEW** ULTIMATE MUSIC CAMP Ages 5-12

Learn Now Music introduces campers to a variety of musical instruments and concepts including piano, guitar, violin, drums, voice, and movement. Campers participate in musical games, crafts, musical listening excerpts, related projects and MORE! FREE instrument rentals are provided to borrow for in camp use and at-home exploration (rental agreement must be signed). Instruments must be returned at the end of the program. AM session instruments are piano and drum. PM session instruments are guitar and violin. Campers in full-day camp will be supervised during lunch. All campers should bring a snack and drink daily. Full day camp, campers must bring their own lunch, water bottle, and a snack.

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3D CHARACTER MODELING AND SCULPTING Ages 10-14

In this camp campers will learn how to digitally sculpt characters in a 3D space! Using a software called Sculptris is a pick up-and-go type of software where camp ers learn how to draw, develop, and sculpt their character and objects using a tablet and drawing stylus.

Jul 29-Aug 2 / 1p-4p M-F $299

ANIMATION USING MINECRAFT Ages 6-9

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In this camp, campers will be introduced to basic animation techniques using Minecraft characters and stages. Kids will expand their observation skills and imagination by studying motion in reality and how it influences motion in animation. Campers will create various short animation exercises and projects by applying basic acting theories and animation principles to scenes they create.

Jul 15-19 / 1p-4p M-F $299

ANIMATION USING MINECRAFT Ages 10-14

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In this camp, older campers will be introduced to basic 2D and 3D animation techniques using Minecraft characters and stages. Kids will expand their observation skills and imagination by studying motion in reality and how it influences motion in animation. Older campers learn about advanced tools and techniques. They will learn how animators work by completing a variety of short animation exercises and projects and applying basic acting theories and animation principles to scenes they create.

Jul 15-19 / 1p-4p M-F $299

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Introduce your child to the wonderful world of programming! In this camp, campers will learn basic programming concepts using a simple drag-and-drop interface within the software Scratch 3, a project developed by the MIT Media Lab. Campers will use their imaginations and implement creative thinking while learning how to create and program simple 2D games. With guidance from the instructor, campers will create their own art assets, and learn how to program them with code that makes them move around and interact with each other in complete games. No camp June 19.

Jun 17-21 / 9a-12p M,T,Th,F $240

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ROBLOX, IMAGINATIVE GAME DESIGN Ages 6-9

In this camp, campers will learn how to use coding fundamentals to strategically engineer an immersive, imaginative cosmos for one of the fastest-growing gaming platforms in the world. “Roblox, Imaginative Game Design” provides campers with hands-on experiences in innovation and the underlying mechanics of 3D gaming. This is the perfect course for any child looking to advance their skills in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM).

Jul 15-19 / 9a-12p M-F $299

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ROBLOX, IMAGINATIVE GAME DESIGN Ages 10-14

In this course, campers will advance their coding, design, and game development skills, tinkering with Roblox Studio and the Lua programming language it employs. “Roblox, Imaginative Game Design” provides children between the ages of 10 -14 with fundamental coding concepts and techniques that will allow them to eventually move on to AP Computer Science and pursue careers as computer engineers, game developers, and tech-savvy entrepreneurs.

Jul 15-19 / 9a-12p M-F $299

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ROBOTICS AND VISUAL CODING WITH LEGO® EV3

Ages 10-14

Powered by the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education Ev3 Base Set and Software, our Lego® Robotics camp combines the exciting world of Lego® with programming to create moving and potentially even thinking robots. Learn how to use simple, but powerful software to create commands with drag and-drop visual programming. Configure different sensors that track motion, light, & touch to create the ultimate robot!

Jul 29-Aug 2 / 9a-12p M-F $299

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Powered by the LEGO® Education Wedo Base Set and Software, our Jr. Lego® Robotics camp combines the exciting world of Lego® with programming to manipulate and program your own personal robots. This camp is tailored to younger children who want to learn the basics of visual programming. Campers create commands for their robots to follow by using an application with a drag-and-drop interface that is visually simple to use, but capable of complex instructions.

Jul 29-Aug 2 / 9a-12p M-F $299

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CODING AND GAME DESIGN WITH SCRATCH Ages 10-14

In this camp campers will learn basic programming and logic flow and learn how to apply those concepts to create games. Using Scratch, a scripting language developed by MIT to give kids an easy entry into coding, campers will go through the iterative process of creating a program or game from idea to completion. Successful campers in this camp will have several completed 2D games they will be able to play and show off on most computers and will have mastered the skills they need to continue making games using scratch at home. No camp June 19.

Jun 17-21 / 9a-12p M,T,Th,F $240

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COMBO CAMP– 3D CHARACTER MODELING AND ROBOTICS WITH CODING Ages 10-14

This is a combination class where campers will learn 3D Character Modeling & Sculpting and Robotics with Coding with Lego® EV3. This is a full-day camp, campers must bring their own lunch, water bottle, and a snack.

Jul 29-Aug 2 / 9a-4p M-F $399

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COMBO CAMP– ROBOTICS WITH CODING AND ENGINEERING WITH LITTLEBITS Ages 6-9

This is a combination class where campers will learn Robotics with Coding with Lego® Wedo and Engineering with LittleBits. This is a full-day camp, campers must bring their own lunch, water bottle, and a snack.

Jul 29-Aug 2 / 9a-4p M-F $399 207065 B01

CODING IN MINECRAFT WITH LUA Ages 6-9

Using a custom mod called “Computercraft”, campers will learn how to program robots called “Turtles” inside the world of Minecraft. Kids will utilize problem-solving skills by learning how to program their robots to complete various tasks and objectives such as programming their turtles to automatically build, mine, and craft items and structures. They will be introduced to programming ifthen-else statements, for-while loops, and implement their own functions using Lua, a simple scripting language. No camp June 19.

Jun 17-21 / 1p-4p M,T,Th,F $240

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Using a custom mod called “Computercraft”, campers will learn how to program robots called “Turtles” inside the world of Minecraft. In this camp, campers will be introduced to Lua, a simple scripting language used to develop games such as Angry Birds, where they will learn how to program if-then-else statements, for loops and while loops, and implement their own functions. Kids will utilize problem-solving skills by learning how to program their robots to complete various tasks and objectives such as programming their turtles to automatically build, mine, and craft items and structures. No camp June 19.

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ENGINEERING WITH LITTLEBITS Ages 6-9

In this camp, younger campers are introduced to basic electronics including input/output through hand-on learning and projects. Campers combine everyday supplies and color-coded modules to create different projects such as custom flashlights, touch sensors, alarm clocks, and more!

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COMBO CAMP - GAME DESIGN WITH SCRATCH AND CODING IN MINECRAFT

This is a combination class where campers will learn Coding and Game Design with Scratch & Coding in Minecraft using LUA. This is a full-day camp, campers must bring their own lunch, water bottle, and a snack. No camp June 19.

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COMBO CAMP - ROBLOX GAME DESIGN AND ANIMATION USING MINECRAFT

This is a combination class where campers will learn Roblox, Imaginative Game Design & Animation using Minecraft. This is a full-day camp, campers must bring their own lunch, water bottle, and a snack.

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CAMP PINK Ages 6-13

Camp Pink offers a unique experience for girls to explore their creativity and develop their love for the arts, cooking, crafts, fitness and dance. Each week is different and offers special instruction in these areas. Camp Pink is filled with new experiences and great opportunities to have fun and develop friendships. Camp includes 2 days of swimming on site and a weekly field trip. No field trip week of July 1. Extended Day care option available: Before care 7-9am ($30); After Care 5-6pm ($30); Both $60.

Jul 29-Aug 2 9a-5p

AFTERNOON ADVENTURES Ages 6-9

Arts This week we will tap in to your creative side. Campers will enjoy music, a dance lesson, write stories, make colorful crafts and paint a masterpiece.

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FLAG FOOTBALL SKILLS Ages 8-12

Want to better your footwork? Want to work on your hand-eye coordination? Flag Football Camp is the way to go! This camp will help you build all the necessary mechanics needed to become a dominate football player. You will work on mobility, throwing mechanics, catching, cutting off angles, receiver routes and so much more! Camp will be held outside, weather permitting. Cleats are recommended.

Jun 24-28 / 9:30a-11:30a M-F $120 207053 D01

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SUMMER BLAST CAMP Ages 6-13

This fun filled camp combines age appropriate indoor and outdoor activities, games and sports. Campers will build long lasting friendships through team building activities and daily adventures. Each week our skilled staff will lead campers in sports, active games, creative projects, crafts and special events. Swimming on site and field trips. Campers will have a BLAST! No field trip July 1 week. Extended Day care option available: Before care 7-9am ($30); After Care 5-6pm ($30); Both $60.

Jun 17-21 9a-5p M,T Th,F $180 Spirit Week

Jun 24-28 9a-5p M-F $225 Disney Week

Jul 1-3 9a-5p M-W $135 Wild West Week

Jul 8-12 9a-5p M-F $225 Secret Agent Week

Jul 15-19 9a-5p M-F $225 Super Hero Week

Jul 22-26 9a-5p M-F $225 Space Week

Jul 29-Aug 2 9a-5p M-F $225 Going For The Gold

Aug 5-9 9a-5p M-F $225 Splish Splash Water Week

BASEBALL BASICS Ages 7-12

Baseball Basics is built to help athletes learn the rules and build on their skills through mini games, drills and game like scenarios. Cleats and gloves are recommended. No camp June 19.

SUMMER BLAST!

This fun filled week is full of Camp Blast Spirit. Each day campers and staff will compete in Spirit Day activities such as wacky hat day and jersey day. A full list will be included in our camper newsletter for the week.

Wish on a star, travel under the sea or take a magic carpet ride during this camp favorite week. Campers will explore the magic of Disney through exciting activities and games.

This week we'll travel the American west and participate in rodeo themed activities. We will make a lucky horse shoe, lasso the bronco and play rattle skedaddle. No field trip this week.

This week we'll use our detective skills to solve mysteries and crimes. Campers will uncover clues in mock spy missions and learn about the skills used by secret agents.

Calling all super hero's. Grab your capes, shields, and masks and get ready to save camp from dastardly villains. We will create our own superhero characters and catchphrases, create a superhero comic strip, and play games to save the world.

Join our space expedition and blast off into outer space. We will play space theme games, create an alien, build a rocket out of recyclables and learn about the solar system.

Cue the fanfare as our campers prepare to take home the gold. Campers will enjoy spirited competition while experiencing games and sports from around the world.

We will cool off this week with our annual water wars. Water related relays, water balloons and end of the year picnic.

Jun 17-21 / 9:30a-11a M,T,Th,F $96

GOODIE BAG GOURMET Ages 5-8

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Come with an appetite to chop, dice and mix! Your little chef will make a variety of goodies to sample and to take home. Note: We are unable to provide special accommodation for allergies. Register early, space is limited!

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SPEED AND AGILITY Ages 7-14

This camp is designed for kids at any level looking to improve their footwork, speed, agility, balance and lateral movement. The skills learned in this camp will help you improve in any sport! No Camp July 4th and 5th.

Jul 1-3 / 1p-2p M-W $45 207054 D01

Everyone involved is great. The staff / counselors, the directors, everyone. My child loves this camp and looks forward to it every year.

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Little campers will enjoy a wide variety of themed activities – arts & crafts, games, stories, sensory experiences, music, movement and more! Participants must be completely potty trained. This is a licensed program – registration form, school entrance health form and ID verification are required before attendance.

SCAMPER CAMPERS Ages 6-9

Campers will enjoy a wide variety of themed activities – arts & crafts, games, stories, STEM activities, and much more!

Jun 17-20 / 9a-12p M,T,Th $95 Brick Builders 207023 D01

Jun 24-27 / 9a-12p M-Th $125 Dinosaur Discovery 207023 D02

Jul 1-3 / 9a-12p M-W $95 Mad Science 207023 D03

Jul 8-11 / 9a-12p M-Th $125 Secret Agent 207023 D04

Jul 15-18 / 9a-12p M-Th $125 Ocean Explorers 207023 D05

Jul 22-25 / 9a-12p M-Th $125 Around the World 207023 D06

Jul 29-Aug 1 / 9a-12p M-Th $125 Wands & Wizards 207023 D07

Aug 5-8 / 9a-12p M-Th $125 Cosmic Adventures 207023 D08

MY TAP DEBUT Ages 4-6

This introductory tap camp will teach your child musicality and rhythm, and begin to develop fine motor skills necessary to perform precise tap movements. Dancers will take a daily tap camp followed by story and craft time, preparing for an end of camp parent presentation. Dancers should wear comfortable clothing they can move in easily. Tap shoes required.

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Your young dancer will love this camp that highlights the magic of ballet! Starting with ballet story time each day, dancers will move into taking a ballet focused class, followed by learning dances inspired by the ballet story of the week. Dancers will learn developmentally appropriate ballet terminology and technique, develop creative expression and musicality, and have fun with their friends! The camp utilizes story themed props, includes craft time for dancers and concludes with an end of camp presentation for parents. No camp June 19.

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BALLET CAMP - PETITS Ages 5-6

Your dancer will love this camp that follows a slightly more formal ballet class structure, while still giving the opportunity for creative expression and artistry. This camp is perfect for both beginners and also young dancers who have already taken a ballet class. Each week will focus on a different classical ballet story. Dancers will use story themed props, participate in daily crafts, and perform for parents in an end of camp presentation.

Jul 8-12 / 1p-3p M-F $95 Snow White 207002 D01

Jul 29-Aug 2 / 1p-3p M-F $95 Don Quixote 207002 D02

BALLET CAMP - PREMIERS Ages 7-9

In this camp, dancers will focus on the basics of ballet, developing strength, technique and artistry. In addition to a daily ballet class, each week will feature a different classical ballet. Crafts and props will be incorporated throughout the week. Dancers will learn adapted choreography from the ballet to present to parents at the end of the camp.

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NEW** BALLET CAMP - ETOILES Ages 10-15

In this camp, dancers will learn beginner to advanced beginner level ballet. They will take a daily ballet technique class, focusing on alignment, strength, and flexibility. After class, dancers will learn about the week’s featured ballet, and will be taught adapted choreography to present to parents at the end of the camp. This camp is perfect for older beginners, or those already taking weekly ballet technique classes.

Jul 8-12 / 1p-4p M-F $140 Giselle 207001 D01

NEW** LET’S GET LYRICAL Ages 7-11

In this camp, dancers will focus on the basics of Lyrical dance. Lyrical combines ballet and jazz to form a fluid and expressive style. Movement phrases are inspired by music and emotions. In addition to a daily lyrical class, dancers will study scenes from the week’s movie theme to inspire an end of camp presentation for parents.

Jul 29-Aug 2 / 1p-4p M-F $140 Elemental 207010 D01

WISH DANCE CAMP Ages 7-11

In this Wish the movie themed dance camp, campers will explore the dance styles of jazz, tap and ballet with daily dance classes and by studying scenes from the movie. Dancers should wear comfortable clothing they can move in easily. Jazz and Tap shoes encouraged.

Jun 24-28 / 1p-4p M-F $140 207006 D01

WONKA DANCE CAMP Ages 7-11

In this Wonka themed dance camp, campers will explore the dance styles of jazz, tap and ballet with daily dance classes and by studying scenes from the movie. Dancers should wear comfortable clothing they can move in easily. Jazz and Tap shoes encouraged.

Jul 22-26 / 1p-4p M-F $140 207007 D01

PETIT DANCE INTENSIVE Ages 10-17

Minimum 2 years experience. Contact Michelle Geoghegan at 703792-8673 or mgeoghegan@pwcgov.org for audition information. This dance intensive is designed for the serious, beginner/intermediate level student. Dancers will refine their technique, build strength, develop artistry, and should expect to be challenged. This camp includes a daily ballet class, pre-pointe/beginner pointe work, and a rotating classes in jazz, lyrical and Progressing Ballet Technique for conditioning. Please note: pointe work will only be included for dancers already approved for and trained in beginner pointe. Dancers will have fun learning adapted movements from classical ballets, working towards an end of camp performance for parents. Dancers will need to wear proper dance attire and bring ballet flat shoes, pointe shoes (if approved) and jazz shoes.

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TWO WEEK CAMP. Minimum 3 years experience. Contact Michelle Geoghegan at 703-792-8673 or mgeoghegan@pwcgov.org for audition information. This challenging dance intensive is for the serious intermediate/advanced dancer. Dancers will improve technique, build strength and stamina, and develop artistry. Each day includes a ballet class, pointe work, and a rotating class in jazz, contemporary, modern and Progressing Ballet Technique for conditioning. During the intensive, dancers will be introduced to renowned classical and contemporary choreographic works. This is a 2 week intensive with an end of camp performance for parents. Dancers will need to wear proper dance attire and bring ballet flat shoes, pointe shoes, and jazz shoes.

Jul 15-26 / 10:30a-4:30p M-F $390 207009 D01

Explore Multiuse Trails Discover Prince William County’s extensive trail system. Visit our website for more information: www.pwcva.gov/department/ parks-recreation-tourism/trails Register Online: pwcparks.info/camps |25 Link to Register

VOLLEYBALL SKILLS CAMP Ages 8-15

A volleyball camp designed to teach your child the necessary skills to begin playing volleyball as well as introduce them to new techniques and strategies that will enhance your child’s basic skills. Athletes will learn how to serve, pass, set, bump, spike and the different court zones. Each drill is designed to engage your athlete in game like situations and progress towards scrimmages.

Jul 8-12 / 6p-8p M-F $120 207059 D01

MULTI-SPORT EXTRAVAGANZA Ages 5-7

Come out and test your skills in our multi-sport extravaganza! This camp will let you test out skills in basketball, track and field, soccer, hockey, kickball and T-ball through drills and exciting mini games each week! We will end each class with a scrimmage to show off all the talent!

Jul 29-Aug 2 / 1p-2p M-F $75 207055 D01

OUTDOOR SOCCER

This camp is great for kids who are just getting started, and is designed for children to begin learning the basics to the game. Instructors will help guide the athletes through different drills, games, and activities that will help develop ball control and passing skills. Cleats are recommended.

Jul 22-26 / 8:30a-10:30a M-F Ages 6-9 $120 207056 D01

Jul 22-26 / 10:45a-12:45p M-F Ages 10-15 $120 207056 D02

SPORTS SAMPLER Ages 2-4

Ready to get your child out and in the sports world?

Don’t know which sport to start them on? Sports sampler is a perfect way to get started! This is a parent & me camp, where you will get the chance to work alongside you athlete. Sports sampler will show you the basics to multiple sports like basketball, soccer, hockey, baseball, track and field.

Jul 15-19 / 1p-2p M-F $75 207057 D01

T-BALL SKILLS Ages 4-6

This camp is designed to help your athlete learn the basic skills to T-ball. We will work on the proper techniques of how to field a ground ball, catch a pop fly and how to swing a bat! These skills will help guide us to a fundamental scrimmage! Gloves and cleats are recommended.

Aug 5-9 / 10a-11a M-F $75 207058 D01

Slide, Splash, and Play At Our Water Parks SPLASHDOWN WATERPARK at Ben Lomond Regional Park 7500 Ben Lomond Park Drive, Manassas www.splashdownwaterpark.com WATERWORKS WATERPARK at Andrew Leitch Park 5301 Dale Blvd, Woodbridge www.waterworkswaterpark.com 26 | Prince William County Parks & Recreation Link to Register

Outstanding Preschool Classes and $50 in Play Money too!

Earn $50 in Parks Play Money When You Enroll in Preschool for the 2024-25 school year!

If you enroll in one of our 2024-25 preschool classes by Friday, May 10, your family will receive a $50 Play Money Coupon*.

To enroll in preschool please visit our registration page or the front desk of the school location. (Grō families should visit Pat White Center at Ben Lomond.)

*Play Money Coupon

• The voucher will be sent via email by June 1, 2024 and must be used prior to September 30, 2024 (non-taxable items).

• Play Money can be used at all park locations for camp registration, waterpark admission, daily admission, facility rentals, etc.

• Play Money CANNOT be used for concessions/food/drink items, or for payment of fees for currently enrolled programs.

• The total value must be used in the same transaction.

• There will be NO CASH BACK or credit on Play Money Coupons.

Register
pwcparks.info/preschool PRESCHOOL PLAY MONEY $50 $50 $50 $50 PRESCHOOL PLAY MONEY Expires September 30, 2024 Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center 14300 Minnieville Road, Dale City Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center 13025 Chinn Park Drive, Prince William Grō Nature Preschool 4603 James Madison Hwy, Haymarket Register at: Pat White Center at Ben Lomond 10501 Copeland Dr, Manassas
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CAMP SILVER LAKE Ages 9-14

Camp Silver Lake is an outdoor adventure camp. This camp is located within the 231 acres of forest and water at Silver Lake Regional Park. Our campers actively explore and have fun throughout the park’s trails, open spaces, outdoor environment, fishing areas, and boating on Silver Lake. Each camp week consists of various outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, archery, and hiking. In addition to our traditional outdoor activities, each camp week has a variety of fun-filled activities related to a weekly theme. Our camp activities primarily take place outdoors, with the availability of an air-conditioned camp building. Field trips may be included in specific camp weeks, however specifics on field trips are TBD. Before and After Care is available for an additional fee. Before Care is 7:00 – 9:00 am - $30. After Care is 5:00 – 6:00 pm - $30. For Both - $60.

Jun 17-21

9a-5p M,T Th,F $192 Camp Celebration Days

Jun 24-28

9a-5p M-F $240 Engineering some Fun

Jul 1-3 9a-5p M-W $144 Gamin' at Camp

Jul 8-12 9a-5p M-F $240 Camp Media Inc.

Jul 15-19 9a-5p M-F $240 Nature Adventurers

Jul 22-26 9a-5p M-F $240 Campers vs. Counselors

Jul 29-Aug 2

Throughout the calendar are cool and wacky National Celebration Days. This week we are taking a few of the ones we love and bringing them to camp! Get ready for awesome celebration days’ activities and fun! No camp June 19.

Let’s build, create, and invent our way to some fun and discovery! This week campers will have a blast as they tackle challenges, find solutions, and more!

We got games, upon games, upon games! If you like to game, join us this week! No camp July 4 & 5 (Thursday & Friday). This camp week is only Monday-Wednesday.

Have you wanted to write a story/comic, or star in a music video? Then, join us this camp week to get a chance to create, perform, and produce media.

This week we will be focusing on our wonderful nature-based experiences and activities. Through exploration and activities, campers will get a chance to build on their outdoor skills and knowledge!

Ever wonder who would win if Campers faced off against the Counselors? Well, this week we will find out, as the two sides square off in some amazing and challenging camp competitions!

9a-5p M-F $240 Craftin' it Up Using Silver Lake Park and its’ nature as inspiration, we are going to create some awesome arts & craft projects. From tye-dying to natural painting, campers will show off their artistic ability.

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BEGINNER ARCHERY CAMP Ages 8-15

Let’s finish the summer in style! We are going to wrap up our 2024 summer camp season with games, activities, friendly competitions, and of course lots and lots of fun!!

Learn the safe and effective way to handle and shoot recurve and compound bows, while understanding the differences between them. Instruction provided by USA Archery certified instructors. Dress appropriately for the weather. Thursday will be used as the make-up day in the event of inclement weather. All equipment is provided.

Jul 8-10 / 9:30a-11:30a M-W $85

Jul 29-31 / 9:30a-11:30a M-W $85

BOATING & FISHING CAMP Ages 8-15

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Learn the basics of fishing and kayaking, including safety and techniques of boating and fishing equipment. Campers will explore both in and around the lake fishing and boating. Instruction provided by experienced staff. Thursday will be used as the make-up day in the event of inclement weather.

Jul 1-3 / 8:30a-11:30a M-W $110

Jul 22-24 / 8:30a-11:30a M-W $110

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CAMP SILVER LAKE JUNIORS Ages 6-8

Camp Silver Lake Juniors is an outdoor adventure camp. Our Juniors Camp takes place within the 231 acres of forest an water at Silver Lake Regional Park. Campers will actively explore nature-based experiences such as fishing, hiking, animal & insect investigations, while also participating in STEAM related activities! On top of our weekly nature-based activities, each camp week has a variety of fun-filled activities related to the weekly theme. Our camp activities primarily take place outdoors, with the availability of an air-conditioned camp building. Field trips may be included in specific camp weeks, however specifics on field trips are TBD. Before and After Care is available for an additional fee. Before Care is 7:00 – 9:00 am - $30. After Care is 5:00 –6:00 pm - $30. For Both - $60.

Jun 17-21

9a-5p M,T Th,F $192 Camp Celebration Days

Jun 24-28 9a-5p M-F $240 Engineering some Fun

Jul 1-3 9a-5p M-W $144 Gamin' at Camp

Jul 8-12 9a-5p M-F $240 Camp Media Inc.

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Let’s build, create, and invent our way to some fun and discovery! This week campers will have a blast as they tackle challenges, find solutions, and more!

We got games, upon games, upon games! If you like to game, join us this week! No camp on July 4 & 5 (Thursday & Friday). This camp week is only Monday-Wednesday.

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VETERANS PARK OUTDOOR SUMMER CAMP Ages 6-13

Veterans Park Outdoor Summer Camp will provide an entertaining, safe, and enjoyable environment for your child. Our well trained, creative, and enthusiastic camp staff coupled with our incredible location, Veterans Memorial Park will provide the opportunity for a wide variety of outdoor activities. In addition to our traditional outdoor activities, each camp week has activities related to a weekly theme. These weekly themed activities provide opportunities for campers to learn and experience science, adventures, swimming, nature, and much more! Campers will spend most of their time outdoors; however, indoor activities are planned for inclement weather days. In addition, field trips are included, however specifics on field trips are TBD. Join us for a week or all summer long! Before and after care is available for an additional fee. Before care is 7:00am-9:00am ($30). After care is 5:00pm-6:00pm ($30). *Mallards (ages 6-7) *Herons (ages 8-10) *Ospreys (ages 11-13). No camp June 19, July 4 & 5.

Jun 17-21

9a-5p M,T Th,F $180 Ooey Gooey Science

Jun 24-28 9a-5p M-F $225 Spirit Week

Jul 1-5 9a-5p M-W $135 Gaming Mania

Jul 8-12 9a-5p M-F $225 Christmas in July

Jul 15-19 9a-5p

Jul 22-26 9a-5p

Jul 29-Aug 2 9a-5p

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M-F $225 Mission Impossible

M-F $225 Vets Got TalentHollywood Edition!

M-F $225 Summer Camp Challenge (Campers vs Counselors)

It is such a relief as a mom to know that your children are safe, well cared for, and having a wonderful time during the summer.

A fun theme for campers who like trying a lot of experiments and who don't mind a little mess! We use all sorts of ingredients to mix, measure, combine and react in different ways. We get ooey, gooey and slimy and we love anything that goes fizz, glop, bubble, or pop!

This week is all about camp spirit! We will show our camp spirit with a new daily theme and enjoy everyone's creativity. Our spirit week is camp-wide dress-up-fun days filled with specific daily theme activities at camp!

This week we will spend time exploring the different games past and present! We will compete in group games, board games, and video games! Join us for a week of gaming mania!

If you think Christmas comes only once a year, think again! oin us as we discover the many wonders of Christmas. We will trim the tree, deck the halls, and transform our park into a cozy getaway. This oneof-a-kind camp will have you wondering what season it really is. You don't want to miss out on this festive occasion.

This beach week will offer our campers everything from sand games and arts and crafts projects to water play and sand castle creating! join us as we soak up the sun!

During this camp, you campers will complete various daily missions and much more! All missions aim to teach camper agents teamwork in a fun way.

What's your talent? Come perform your coolest talents at this year's Vet's Talent Show! We will spend the week working and learning about how to put on a great show for the rest of camp!

Are you the toughest camper around? Our counselors are challenging the campers to a fun filled week of activities and competitions! Come join us to showcase you strengths at this years Summer Camp Challenge!

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Veterans Park Little Acorns Camp will provide an entertaining, safe, and enjoyable environment for your child. Weekly themes will excite your child as we explore nature and learn about the incredible world around us. This camp will feature age-appropriate activities, trail hikes, creative games and crafts to encourage their imagination and development skills! Campers will spend time outdoors and will be able to cool off inside our air-conditioned activity center. Please apply sunscreen and bug spray before you arrive at camp. This is a drop off program, parent participation is not required. No camp June 19, July 4 & 5.

Jun 24-28

9:30a-12:30p M-F $125 Little Tykes Spirt Week

Jul 1-3

9:30a-12:30p M-W $75 Duck, Duck, Go!

Jul 8-12

9:30a-12:30p M-F $125 Eye Spy Santa

Jul 15-19 9:30a-12:30p M-F $125 Ocean Friends

Jul 22-26 9:30a-12:30p M-F $125 Junior Park Rangers

Jul 29-Aug 2 9:30a-12:30p M-F $125 Ooey Gooey

Aug 5-9 9:30a-12:30p M-F $125 Pond Life

This week is all about camp spirit! We will show our camp spirit with a new daily theme and enjoy everyone's creativity. Our spirit week is camp-wide dress-up-fun days filled with specific daily theme activities at camp!

We will enjoy a blast from the past this week! We will spend the week doing traditional camp songs, games and crafts. Teaching the campers all the games we loved from our past.

Join us as we discover the many wonders of Christmas through an adventure to find Santa.. We will ‘trim the tree’ and ‘deck the halls’ to transform our classroom into a cozy getaway for Old Saint Nick.

A lot of us go to the beach for the summer, but what if we bring the ocean to you? Go exploring under the sea with us to explore all of the fascinating friends of the ocean! This week is full of ocean themed activities makes for a fun Ocean Friends summer camp!

Take an oath to protect the land, resources, and history of our park! We will learn about our local and national parks, and adventure into nature to embark on fun filled activities all week!

A fun theme for campers who like trying a lot of experiments and who don't mind a little mess! We use all sorts of ingredients to mix, measure, combine and react in different ways. We get ooey, gooey and slimy and we love anything that goes fizz, glop, bubble, or pop!

Let us explore and learn about what swims, grows, and plays in the park pond. We will explore our other streams and creeks in the park as well!

NEW** ABRAKADOODLE: KICK, CATCH & SPLASH

Ages 6-12

Kickstart your imagination, catch your artsy tools and join us to make a splash! Learn about athletes who make striking artwork. Get inspired by artists who create visual effects, transforming sports into a form of art. Join us for Olympic-sized fun and create whimsical and sporty artwork! No camp June 19.

Jun 17-21 / 9a-12p M,T,Th,F $170207029 V01

LETS GO SKATE CAMP Ages 8-15

Summer Camp at Veterans Memorial Park is the place to elevate your skills and stoke your passions. For first timers or intermediate athletes, Veterans is the place for you. Skaters will be placed into age/ability groups. Learn or improve on key skateboarding basics and tricks: ollies, manuals, kickflips, and more! Camp also features skate games, park activities, safety equipment tips and contests! From stretching and training to recovery, our instructors give campers the support they need to progress their skills, build self-confidence, and form community through the sport they love. Pads and helmets are required! Bring your board and let’s skate!

Jun 24-27 / 9a-1p M-Th $190207050 V01

Jul 8-11 / 9a-1p M-Th $190207050 V02

Jul 22-25 / 9a-1p M-Th $190207050 V03

Aug 5-8 / 9a-1p M-Th $190207050 V04

BEGINNER ARCHERY CAMP Ages 10-15

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Learn the safe and effective way to handle and shoot recurve and compound bows, while understanding the differences between them. Training provided by National Archery Association certified instructors. Thursday will be used as the make-up day in the event of inclement weather. All equipment is provided.

Jul 22-24 / 9:30a-11:30a M-W$85 207017 V01

VETERANS PARK ALL-STAR BASEBALL CAMP Ages 8-15

Improve your baseball skills with Veterans Park All-Star Baseball Camps! Our baseball camps are built on skill building, sportsmanship & fun. This baseball camp is a summer camp where kids aged 8 to 15 are trained in skills such as pitching, hitting, fielding and base running. Our current collegiate baseball players will serve as this year’s camp instructors. They will be pushing your player to improve their game and providing top-notch baseball instruction and create unforgettable summer memories!

Jun 24-27 / 9a-12p M-Th $160207051 V01

Jul 8-11 / 9a-12p M-Th $160207051 V02

Jul 22-25 / 9a-12p M-Th $160207051 V03

Aug 5-8 / 9a-12p M-Th $160207051 V04

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CYBERTECK ACADEMY: ANIMATION USING MINECRAFT

In this camp, campers will be introduced to basic animation techniques using Minecraft characters and stages. Kids will expand their observation skills and imagination by studying motion in reality and how it influences motion in animation. Campers will create various short animation exercises and projects by applying basic acting theories and animation principles to scenes they create. Does your child aspire to become an animator? Sign up for this camp today!

Ages 6-9 Jul 1-3 / 9a-12p M-W $180 207070 V01

Ages 10-14 Jul 1-3 / 1p-4p M-W $180 207070 V02

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CODING AND GAME DESIGN WITH SCRATCH Ages 6-9

Introduce your child to the wonderful world of programming! In this camp, campers will learn basic programming concepts using a simple drag-and-drop interface within the software Scratch 3, a project developed by the MIT Media Lab. Campers will use their imaginations and implement creative thinking while learning how to create and program simple 2D games. With guidance from the instructor, campers will create their own art assets, and learn how to program them with code that makes them move around and interact with each other in complete games. This camp uses Scratch 3, not Scratch Jr. While this course is designed to accommodate complete beginners with no experience, the content that we will work up to is more advanced than typical early elementary coding electives we’ve seen, leaving lots of room for more advanced campers. Whether your child has no experience or has already had a scratch coding camp in school or with another provider this camp can be a great start or continuation to their journey of developing great coding skills.

Aug 5-9 / 9a-12p M-F

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CYBERTECK ACADEMY: CODING AND GAME DESIGN WITH SCRATCH Ages 10-14

In this course campers will learn basic programming and logic flow and learn how to apply those concepts to create games. Using Scratch, a scripting language developed by MIT to give kids an easy entry into coding, campers will go through the iterative process of creating a program or game from idea to completion. Successful campers in this camp will have several completed 2D games they will be able to play and show off on most computers and will have mastered the skills they need to continue making games using scratch at home. In this course campers will learn basic programming and logic flow and learn how to apply those concepts to create games. Using Scratch, a scripting language developed by MIT to give kids an easy entry into coding, campers will go through the iterative process of creating a program or game from idea to completion. Successful campers in this camp will have several completed 2D games they will be able to play and show off on most computers and will have mastered the skills they need to continue making games using scratch at home.

Aug 5-9 / 1p-4p M-F $299

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COOL OFF Birchdale Pool 14730 Birchdale Ave. Dale City Graham Park Pool 3511 Graham Park Rd. Triangle Hammill Mill Pool 1721 Carter Lane Woodbridge Veterans Park Pool & Waterslide 14300 Veterans Dr. Woodbridge Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center 13025 Chinn Park Dr. Prince William Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center 14300 Minnieville Rd. Dale City THIS SUMMER IN ONE OF PRINCE WILLIAM’S COMMUNITY POOLS pwcparks.info/pools
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