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iD Tech Summer Computer Camps
Residential and Day Coed Computer Camps
"I've been to this camp for 6 years now. The counselors are amazing and the whole experience is something that I wish I could do year round. I learn more in a week at iD than I do in a year at my school." -Spencer, Student
Experience North America's most reputable and distinguished summer technology program for beginner to advanced students. Over 100,000 kids and teens worldwide have learned to create 2D and 3D video games, websites with Flash, C++ and Java programs, iPhone apps, graphic designs with Photoshop and Illustrator, 3D models and animations with Maya, digital movies, robots, all with products experts use in their professions.
- Ages 7-17 enroll in these fun and challenging, weeklong, day and residential summer camps, located at 60 prestigious universities in 25 states and Canada. Juniors and Seniors can even earn Continuing Education Units.
- Additional multi-week summer camp teen programs for ages 13-18 include: iD Gaming Academy, iD Visual Arts Academy and iD Programming Academy. See website for locations.
- FREE year-round learning with iD 365! These monthly online workshops are taught by live instructors and are free to alumni and currently enrolled students.
Save with promo code WD27. Visit website or call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) to learn more info, see student projects and read about students who "do something BIG" after attending iD Tech Camps. Space is limited.
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Smoke Rise Summer Day Camp
Coed Day CampACA accredited. Open to ages 6 to 16 with age appropriate field trips, swimming, crafts, music, recreation, academics, and chapel. An energetic staff and a Christian setting join for an active and challenging summer. Our teens, grades 7-10, focus on spiritual and personal growth through team building and SAT preparation with community experiences that expose our teens to the challenges of disabilities and disadvantages. Rock climbing, Six Flags and an active program of recreation, academics, study and service create an experience to challenge and interest any teen. The all inclusive fee includes hot lunch, snacks and all activities. Visit our website to enroll online.
Power Chord Academy Music Camp
Residential and Day coed music camp
Second to none in amateur musician training, Power Chord Academy is the premiere music camp for teenage musicians & game-musicians, offering a variety of high-energy, exciting, professional learning experiences.
At Power Chord Academy, dedicated musicians ages 12-18 are put through the most inspirational, educational, and intensive programs of their young careers. Over the last 11 years, we have perfected the art of teen musician training, while providing a highly focused, fun, learning environment. We currently offer several programs for teenage musicians.
Power Chord Academy currently offers 38 Sessions in 17 US locations with teenage musicians attending from across the world. Be sure to reserve your space immediately as Session Space has Sold Out for the last 11 consecutive years! Please visit us at http://www.powerchordacademy.com for more information!
National Computer Camps
Residential and day coed summer computer camps
Where learning and fun are rolled into one. . . Now in our 32nd year, National Computer Camp is America's original computer camp since 1977. The focus at NCC is 2D and 3D video game design, computer programming, digital video production, web page design, A+ and Network+ certification and software applications including networking, animation, Flash and graphics. Each week we offer all levels of programming in Basic, C++, Java, Assembler, HTML, XML, OpenGL and JavaScript.
Campers may attend one or multi-week sessions with a continuous curriculum that is age appropriate and suitable for beginners to super advanced. The camps are ideal for both experienced and first time campers. Coed ages 8-18 residential and day programs. An optional sports program is also available. NCC has locations in Atlanta, GA; Fairfield, Connecticut; Cleveland, OH; New York; NY.
Activities offered: 2D and 3D Video Game Design, Web Page Design, Digital Video Editing, Computer Programming, Software Applications, Networking, A+ Certification, Network+ Certification, 3-D Graphics, Animation, Flash, Robotics, Chess, Academics, Science, Optional Sports Program.
Club Scientific
Summer Science Day CampsScience was never this much fun! Imagine 20 different day camps engaging children ages 4-14 in science and technology projects and experiments in Robotics, Veterinary Medicine, Forensics, Paleontology, Chemistry, Nursing, Special Effects, Engineering, and Video Game Creation.
Club Scientifics' summer science day camps offer a hands-on/minds-on curriculum where campers complete up to 20 excting take-home projects. Our emphasis is on the getting kids excited about science with an emphasis on all of the science process skills including: observation, prediction, experimentation, hypothesizing, data collection, and more!
Emagination Game Design Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Create your own FPS game. Learn creative and technical skills using 3D Studio Max. Then choose your role on the development team---- Graphic Designer, Level Designer, Audio Artist, Programmer. For teens who are serious about learning game design and development as practiced in the industry today. Daily recreation. Gaming at night. We help with transportation. It's Worth the Trip!
The Benefits of Emagination Game Design:
- Teens learn how video games are created in the $13 billion industry by experiencing the process first hand.
- Teens learn valuable creative and technical skills using industry standard game design software including 3D Studio Max.
- Teens experience teamwork, milestones and deadlines by selecting a role on a development team and working collaboratively to build a playable video game using a customized Design Document.
- Teens gain presentation skills as they present their game to a panel of game industry experts for review and critique.
- Teens see the pros in action on a tour of a game development studio.
- Teens learn about the industry and building video games from guest speakers.
- It's the perfect pre-college experience for teens who are serious about game design and may be considering a career or degree program in digital media.
Camp Juliette Low
Residential girls' summer camp
Camp Juliette Low is an independent, non-profit camp for girls ages 7 to 17 . Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts, hand-picked the location of Camp Juliette Low. The camp is located in the northwest Georgia mountains in one of the most beautiful spots in the Southeast.
Programming includes canoeing, hiking, crafts, nature crafts, outdoor living skills, horseback riding (english), swimming.
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Camp Victory Wilderness Challenge
Residential boys' summer camp
Camp Victory is a 3 week Residential Wilderness Camp for boys 7-17 who lack self confidence or who are facing behavioral problems in their families or schools. It is based on the fundamental principles of honesty, teamwork, faith and courage. These ideals bring young men back to the basics and teach them the importance of respect. It is operated in a wilderness setting with minimal conveniences, which serves to maximize opportunities to search one's heart and learn respect and purpose for life. Recruits are challenged to build their own shelters, prepare their own food, and participate in physical and mental competitions that build self-respect and teamwork.
-Two Sessions-
7-11 year old boys-- June 12-July 3, 2010
12-17 year old boys-- July 17- August 7, 2010
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Adamah Adventures
Coed Outdoor Adventure Program for Jewish Teens
At Adamah Adventures we help our campers develop self-confidence, independence, and a sense of adventure while building a strong community focused on environmentalism and the joy of Jewish life. During the 18-day trek, campers work in small groups alongside highly trained staff members to experience both the thrill and the quiet - the whitewater and the campfire - in some of the most awe-inspiring places in the country.
The upcoming summer includes two exciting itineraries. The Blue Ridge Mountains trek highlights include a rafting overnight on the world-class Chattooga River, rock climbing, and the longest zipline in the south! The Utah trek includes hikes in three stunning national parks, a three-day rafting trip on the Colorado River, and a sunset Hummer tour.
If you've never attended a Jewish overnight camp, you could be eligible for a $1,000 grant! Early bird and refer-a-friend discounts available, as are need-based scholarships.
Camp Skyline Ranch
Residential girls' summer camp
Camp Skyline... Where lifelong friendships begin! Enriching young girls in God, relationships, and self. Since 1947, Camp Skyline has been a home for generations of campers. Skyline offers one and two week sessions where campers make new friends, honor old traditions, and strengthen their faith. Since there is a 1:5 counselor to camper ratio, your daughter is assured individual attention and guidance. Our beautiful, modern facilities are equipped with restrooms and showers in every cabin.
Emagination Computer Camps
Residential and Day Coed Computer Camp
Kids & teens who love technology belong at Emagination. Unleash creativity--- 3D Animation, Flash, Game Design, Web Design, Photoshop, Robotics, Programming and more. Get Unplugged in Sports & Recreation. Two-week sessions. Overnight & Day. Plus we offer an immersive Game Design camp for teens. Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, New York, Philadelphia areas. We help with transportation. It's Worth the Trip!
The Emagination Difference:
-- Two-week sessions - time to make friends and develop relationships at summer camp
-- Three different technology workshops each day - more variety means more learning
-- Over 20 Tech workshops - more choices and opportunities to progress to advanced levels
-- Recreation and socializing are important - a balanced program facilitates social development
-- Week-long in-person staff training - on campus training builds a team that's ready for campers
-- Experience - Over 25 years operating summer technology camps
Wellspring Florida
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Florida provides campers from the Southeast an amazing opportunity to lose weight and get active in a fun, safe, and beautiful environment. On the water of Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast, campers 11 - 18 years old enjoy one of America's top vacation destinations. Taking advantage of the wonderful sunshine, refreshing local waters, and fantastic campus facilities, campers participate in a variety of outdoor activities and watersports. Then, we cool off back on campus in extensive fitness and recreation facilities, including training and aerobic areas, weight rooms, gyms, and swimming pool. Campers share modern, comfortable, air-conditioned dorms as well as dining and common areas.
Nutrition and culinary classes paired with the delicious food served in the dining hall guarantee knowledge of and love for new foods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a "BC" (Behavioral Coach) in group and individual sessions knits these elements together into comprehensive lifestyle change for rapid weight loss and long-term weight control.
Summer Institute for the Gifted
Coed Camps with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Gifted students in grades K-12 can participate in the renowned Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG) program. Hosted at some of the most famous colleges and universities in the country such as Princeton University, Dartmouth College and UC Berkeley, SIG has the best well-rounded program for gifted students as it combines academics, social, cultural and recreational opportunities. Students live and learn on campus for three-weeks, leaving with the additional confidence gained by an experience that is all their own.
Because of our small classes, low teacher-student ratio, and teaching assistants, SIG is able to individualize the program for each and every student. Student safety, security and health are our top priority as SIG programs are well staffed for careful supervision. Ten day programs are available for younger students and most of our residential programs have a commuter option. Our more than 25 years of experience have made us the leading organization in the field.
The Summer Institute for the Gifted is the program of the National Society for the Gifted (www.nsgt.org), a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) foundation.
Game Camp USA
Residential and day coed summer computer camp
Welcome to Game Camp USA by Convergenesis, Inc. (est. 1999).
Don't just play video games all summer. Build your own, make new friends and have the time of your life! Whether you're experienced or an absolute beginner, you'll learn industry-standard software from professionals and students (at the college upper class and graduate levels). More importantly, you'll develop the problem solving skills vital to success in college.
Camp activities include Video Game Design and Creation and Computer Programming!
Camp Cosby YMCA
Residential coed summer camp
Since 1922, YMCA Camp Cosby has set the standard of excellence in quality overnight camping in the Southeast. Located only one hour from Birmingham and two hours from Atlanta, boys and girls ages 6-16 have the opportunity to grow, learn, and challenge themselves during week long sessions. Camp staff provide a friendly, safe, diverse, and most of all fun community that includes a mix of cabin life and traditional camp activities. As part of our mission, all campers have the opportunity to experience every activity at Camp Cosby for one low tuition cost.
Our sessions include over 20 activities such as horseback riding, mini bikes, archery, tubing, wake boarding, aqua jump, water sports, the blob, Alpine tower, water skiing, Iceberg and specialty camps. Camp Cosby also offer Expedition adventure trips (ages 11-15) kayaking, canoeing, caving, rock climbing, and bouldering in central and north Alabama. Register online or call the office for a brochure.
Camp Woodmont
Residential coed summer camp
A smaller-sized traditional summer camp with extremely close owner supervision. Camp owner Jane Bennett, along with her two children, camp directors Tyran Bennett and Alyson Bennett Gondek are hands-on camp directors with extensive qualifications (see below).
All counseling staff are college students and undergo extensive interviews, background checks and on-site director-led training including five days of climbing and high ropes training led by nationally known trainers, a four-day American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certification class led by camp director and Red Cross instructor Tyran Bennett; and Archery certification. Both directors are certified horseback riding instructors and we also send staff to a horseback safety clinic. We top off all this specialty training with a full week of camp policy and activities training immediately prior to camp start.
Our family-type atmosphere means we can get to know every camper; it gives younger campers a feeling of reassurance and belonging and older campers a chance to grow and contribute in a community of support. Our traditional program includes extensive arts/crafts and performing arts as well as sports, aquatics, horseback riding, high adventure and much more.
Website: www.campwoodmont.com(706) 398-0833 or (770) 457-0862 or (423) 472-6070
Established in 1981
Camp Kingfisher at the Chattahoochee Nature Center
Coed Day Camp
Do your children love nature? If so, Camp Kingfisher is the place for you!! Come join us as we learn, laugh and sing as a camp family during a summer experience your family will never forget! Our goal is to increase your child's understanding of the natural world through well supervised, fun & engaging environmental education programs and dynamic outdoor activities.
Activities include: nature hikes, arts & crafts, games, canoeing, swimming, guest performers, Native American life, live animal encounters & science exploration activities. 1 & 2 week sessions in June, July and August, ages 5 and up. Winter & Spring break camps are also offered during school vacations.
iD Gaming Academy for Teens
Residential coed summer gaming camps
"I've always wanted to make my own video game-like the ones I play at home. I had no idea where to start. After coming to the iD Gaming Academy, now I know what I want to study in college." -Peter, Student.
Learn first-hand how industry pros create premier video games at this summer gaming camp. Ages 13-18 immerse in the dynamic world of video game development. Teens choose from one of four courses: Modeling & Animation with Maya, Programming for Game Consoles, Level Design - Unreal Engine 3 or Flash Scripting for Web Games. Get ready for late-night gaming tournaments!
- Participants will tour a game studio and talk to game developers.
- Locations include Stanford, Villanova, Emory, Lake Forest (Chicago) and the University of Washington.
- FREE year-round learning with iD 365! These monthly online workshops are taught by live instructors and are free to alumni and currently enrolled students.
Please note that there are other game development and video game design courses offered at iD Tech Camps. This summer technology program for ages 7-17 is North America's favorite tech camp, and located at over 60 prestigious universities in the U.S and Canada.
Save with promo code WD27. Visit website or call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) for details. Space is limited.
Camp Lakey Gap
Coed Residential Camp for Autistic Children
Camp Lakey Gap is a residential summer camp for children, ages 4 to 17, on the autism spectrum. We strive to nurture children on the autism spectrum with an enriching summer camp experience not possible in a traditional camp setting. We make every effort to serve all people with autism, regardless of the degree of disability.
Campers receive 1:1 or 1:2 staff ratio to support them in participating in visually structured activities throughout the week. Activities include hiking, swimming, arts and crafts, music, outdoor games, gardening, canoeing, lake play and more.
Our staff are college and graduate students who are usually pursuing a degree in special education, psychology, or a related human services field. They participate in a thorough week long training that fully prepares them for working with children on the autism spectrum. The staff is supported, throughout the summer, by local autism professionals who consult to the program daily.
Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp
Residential girls' equestrian camp
lovers paradise! Since 1954, the purpose of Valley View Ranch has been to help each camper have the full opportunity of horsemanship through instruction, time in the saddle on trails, and the care and responsibility of having her OWN horse, all a'top beautiful Lookout Mountain. We offer several riding programs and encourage each camper to participate in all of them: English and Hunt Seat; Western Stock Seat and Barrels (Gymkhana); and Vaulting. Each girl can spend as much time as she likes with her favorite horse during her stay!
Ranchers will find the facility comfortable, safe, and spacious. Located on 600 acres of lush pastures, wooded trails, and panoramic views. In addition, the voluntary well-rounded recreational program includes sports, swimming, arts and crafts, pottery, gymkhanas and horseshows. Enrollment is limited to 60 girls and is open to ages 8-17.
Camp Dixie
Residential coed summer camp
Memorable and meaningful ... Safe and happy ... Strong and confidant ... these are the adjectives used by generations of campers and parents who we define as our Dixie Family. Although large in scale, the campsite is over 300 acres nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Northeastern Georgia; in contrast, we choose to keep our enrollment small. For ninety-three consecutive summers Camp Dixie for Boys & Girls philosophy that smaller numbers of campers and excellent leadership ratios create the most successful environment for nurturing an adventuresome spirit.
Most often, the majority of our counselors have grown up through the program and are eager to pass on the Dixie Spirit to those coming behind them! Our alumnae stay actively involved. It is a pleasure to see generations in each family grow through our program.
At ninety-three, some changes have occurred. Modern bathhouses and a winterized Dining Hall have replaced memorable, earlier construction. Yet our alumnae are happy to see that the rustic, two-story cabins, filled with the fresh smell of the white pines that shade the cabin-line boardwalk are there to great them when they visit. We are fortunate to have a camping history steeped in cherished traditions. If a conservative camp with a keen awareness of our youth's challenges in the 21st Century, is what you are seeking for your own camper, visit our website!
Smoky Mountain Adventure Camp
Coed Adventure Camp
Nestled in the foothills of Eastern Tennessee, and literally a stones throw away from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, SMAC takes advantage of the surrounding environment to provide boys and girls ages 8-18 exciting summer adventures. Adventures include: Back Country Hikes, Biking, Caving, Rappelling, Rock Climbing, Challenge Courses, Whitewater Rafting, Tubing, Horseback Riding, Overnight Canoe Trips, Overnight Backpacking Expeditions, and much, much more. We are even planning a 10-day Adventure Trip to Costa Rica!
Our small-camp atmosphere (never more than 40 campers) coupled with our 4:1 adult/camper ratio provide a safe, nurturing environment for campers to gain confidence, make life-long friends and have an unforgettable summer.
YMCA Camp Winona
Residential coed summer camp
Since 1919 YMCA Camp Winona has provided the finest in camping services to every person attending our programs. Located in Volusia County Florida, Camp Winona is set on 60 secluded acres of beautiful pine forest and lies on the shores of spring-fed Lake Winona. We continually strive to provide each camper, ages 6-16, with experiences that instill the YMCA four core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Whether you are looking for individual, small group or camp-wide fun, we definitely have something for you. campers choose their morning activities designed to help them learn new skill. Some of the activities include swimming, canoeing, sailing, crazy water games, archery, riflery, sports, arts & crafts, nature, drama, newspaper, paintball and more.
-GameBreaker Lacrosse Camps
Day Camps with separate sessions for boys and girlsGameBreaker Lacrosse Camps offer 125 locations across the country directed by the top college coaches and pro players in lacrosse.
Our camps were developed to provide athletes with the opportunity to become better lacrosse players by learning from the best coaches and players in the game today.
iD Tech Summer Computer Camps
Residential and Day Coed Computer Camps
"I've been to this camp for 6 years now. The counselors are amazing and the whole experience is something that I wish I could do year round. I learn more in a week at iD than I do in a year at my school." -Spencer, Student
Experience North America's most reputable and distinguished summer technology program for beginner to advanced students. Over 100,000 kids and teens worldwide have learned to create 2D and 3D video games, websites with Flash, C++ and Java programs, iPhone apps, graphic designs with Photoshop and Illustrator, 3D models and animations with Maya, digital movies, robots, all with products experts use in their professions.
- Ages 7-17 enroll in these fun and challenging, weeklong, day and residential summer camps, located at 60 prestigious universities in 25 states and Canada. Juniors and Seniors can even earn Continuing Education Units.
- Additional multi-week summer camp teen programs for ages 13-18 include: iD Gaming Academy, iD Visual Arts Academy and iD Programming Academy. See website for locations.
- FREE year-round learning with iD 365! These monthly online workshops are taught by live instructors and are free to alumni and currently enrolled students.
Save with promo code WD27. Visit website or call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) to learn more info, see student projects and read about students who "do something BIG" after attending iD Tech Camps. Space is limited.
