Written By Janet Kelly
Here is a list of summer camps available in Carroll County. It is not too soon to sign up.
ABC CARE INC.
June 18-Aug. 23. Ages 4-14. Offering full day and extended day. Camps are located in Hampstead, Mt. Airy, Sykesville, and Westminster. Information: Kristine Gesuele or Sylvia Nunnelee, 410-751-3700 or abccare@abccareinc.com.
Cascade Lake Water Camp Ages 5-13 (K-8). Optional swimming lessons one, two or three times a week. Mondays will be a field trip and sports day. Lake swimming daily, pool swimming, Splash Zone daily, nature activities, sports activities, and arts and crafts. Cascade Lake, 3000 Snydersburg Road, Hampstead.
North Westminster Location
ABC Care Explorer Camp Ages 5-8 (K-2). This camp will take two field trips per week as well as enrichment activities, arts and crafts and sign language, include Wacky Wednesday special events for both camps. Optional third field trip will be available on various weeks.
ABC Care Adventure Camp Ages 8-11 (grades 3-5). This camp will take three field trips per week as well as enrichment activities, arts and crafts and sign language.
South Westminster Location
ABC Care Deer Park Swim Camp Ages 5-11 (grades K-5). This is a swim camp with swim lessons two times per week, lake swimming three times a week, pool swimming one time per week, Splash Zone daily, nature activities, sports activities and arts and crafts. Mondays will be Sports Activity Day. Deer Park United Methodist Church.
ABC Care Amazing Race Camp Selected weeks only during the summer. Ages 11-13 (grades 6-8). Daily field trips to locations centered around a theme with activities geared towards older children.
ABC Care Amazing Mini Camp Grades 4-8. Selected sites on specific days, to be announced. Fun day of field trips, team building activities and adventure.
Mt. Airy Location
ABC Care Explorer Camp Ages 5-8 (K-2). See North Westminster location for information. Will include swim lessons once a week, selected weeks.
Eldersburg Location
ABC Care Explorer Camp Ages 5-8 (K-2). See North Westminster location for information. Will include swim lessons once a week, selected weeks.
AVA WANAS MONTESSORI SCHOOL
June 10-Aug. 30. Ages 2-5. Full day. 7590 College Road, Sykesville, MD. Contact: Marie Atalla, 410-970-6181, admin@avawanasmontessori.com or http://avawanasmontessori.com. Specialty camp will incorporate natural living. Extended day.
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF WESTMINSTER
June 17-Aug. 16. Ages 6-12. 25 Union Street, Westminster, MD. Different camp theme each week; full day of programs. Contact: Sean Davis, 410-386-0135 or sdavis@bgcwestminster.org.
CARDINAL MILL FARM
Three clinics, call for dates. Ages 6 and up. Riding clinic with tacking, riding, crafts, swimming, and trail riding. 143 N. Gorsuch Road, Westminster. Contact: JoAnn Hood, 410-967-0569 or lewhood@netzero.net.
CARROLL COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL SUMMER ARTS CAMP
All camps are held at the Carroll Arts Center in downtown Westminster. Explore all aspects of the arts, from theater to arts and crafts projects. Registration forms available at the Arts Council or on the website after March 1 or by phone, with credit card. Tuition assistance available through the Tom Holder Memorial Arts Scholarship Fund. Carroll County Arts Council, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 410-848-7272 or www.carrollcountyartscouncil.org.
Arts Adventures Ages 8-12, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. Camp Director is Susan Williamson. Full day of arts and crafts and cultural activities. Campers will spend the week drawing, painting and crafting; visit local art galleries and try out some handmade game crafts in local parks.
Fun Company Theatre Camp Ages 8-12. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. Camp Director: Julie Herber, Maryland Ensemble Theatre. Activities pertain to all aspects of the theatre, from making props and designing costumes to learning to use technical equipment with lights and microphones. Improv games and drama exercises will help prepare actors for the “big show” that will take place Friday night on the Art Center’s stage.
Creative Kids Camp Ages 5-8, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Camp Director: Sandy Oxx. Campers enjoy sing-alongs, arts and crafts, drama games, special guests, movies and gallery activities. Popsicles, face-painting and walks to the park round out a week of fun, culminating in a performance for parents, as well as the “premiere” of the camp movie. A DVD is sent home with each camper.
CARROLL COMMUNITY COLLEGE SUMMER KIDS@CARROLL & TEEN COLLEGE
June 24-Aug. 9. Ages 4-15. More than 100 half and full-day summer enrichment programs to include classes in arts and creativity, cooking, technology, woodworking, American Girl, Harry Potter, performance digital development, robotics, science and career exploration and more. Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD. Information/schedule/register: 410-386-8100 or www.carrollcc.edu/summerkids.
CARROLL COUNTY DANCE CENTER
Call for dates. Ages 6-12. 6933 Warfield Avenue, Sykesville. Students will study a variety of dance forms, ballet, can-can, tap, jazz, modern and more. Will learn to design costumes and scenery for an end of season performance. Contact: Becky Eckrote, 410-795-3255 or info@carrollcountydancecenter.com.
CARROLL COUNTY 4-H CAMPS
Younger Residential Camp: June 24-27. Ages 8-11 as of January 1. Older Residential Camp: July 15-19. Ages 10-14 as of January 1. Provides a variety of camping opportunities and outdoor activities. Information: Extension Office, 410-386-2760 or 888-326-9645. Registration: carroll.umd.edu/4h/camps.cfm. Hashawha Environmental Center, 300 John Owings Road, Westminster, MD.
CARROLL COUNTY CLOVER 4-H DAY CAMP
July 8-11. Ages 5-8 as of January 1. Provides variety of outdoor activities. Information: Extension Office, 410-386-2760 or 888-326-9645. Registration: carroll.umd.edu/4h/camps.cfm. University of Maryland Carroll County Extension Office, 700 Agriculture Center, Westminster.
CARROLL COUNTY FARM MUSEUM LIVING HISTORY CAMP
July 8-12, Grade 3; July 15-19, Grade 4; July 22-26, Grade 5. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Children will experience some of the skills that were necessary for rural farm life 150 years ago. Campers may do chores and work with a blacksmith, dip candles, learn the art of tin smithy, and make-hand crafted projects. Farm Museum, 500 S. Center Street, Westminster. Information: 410-386-3880.
CARROLL HOSPICE CAMPS
Contact: Kathy Bare, Carroll Hospice, 292 Stoner Avenue, Westminster, MD, 410-871-7231. First preference given to Carroll County residents.
Camp T.R. Weekend Overnight Experience May 31-June 2. Ages 7-15. Free. Provided by Carroll Hospice, Camp T.R. offers a safe place for children and adolescents to share feelings, ask questions and learn positive coping and grieving skills after the death of a loved one. Work with grief through art, music and crafts; also enjoy hiking, swimming, and naturalistic programs. Based at Hashawha Environmental Center, 300 John Owings Road, Westminster.
Healing Hearts Day Camp A free day-long camp held by Carroll Healing Hearts Day Camp is based in Westminster.
CARROLL INDOOR SPORTS CENTER
Opportunity to participate in small group, age-specific activities, as well as team games, in a variety of sports including soccer, softball, kickball, dodge ball, aerobics, lacrosse, running, track & field, basketball, volleyball and field hockey. Daily and weekly rates available. 515 Old Westminster Pike, Westminster. 410-857-5098 or 443-952-7668. www.carroll-indoor.com.
CELEBREE LEARNING CENTERS SUMMER CAMP
June 17-Aug. 23. Ages 5-12. Thematic summer camp – ten weeks, ten themes. Swimming/water fun, sports, science adventure, arts and crafts, cuisine, and more. Information: Eldersburg – Emily Hemler, 410-552-6420; Hampstead – Tiffany Zimmerman, 410-379-5026; Mt. Airy – Kelly Washington, 301-829-6804; Westminster – Mariah Shifman, 410-871-1334; Tech Court – Jocelyn Spreitzer, 410-386-0601; or info@celebree.com.
DRAMA LEARNING CENTER CAMP
Theatre camp for grades K-8. Students will gain self-confidence, self-expression, a sense of commitment, and a love for the arts while having fun working as part of a theatrical team. Robert Moton Center, 300 S. Center Street, Westminster. Information: www.dramalearningcenter.com, office: 410-997-9352 or DLC@dramalearningcenter.com
FULL MOON FARM SUMMER CAMP
One week in July and August. For the beginner through intermediate horseback rider, ages 7-14. Riding every day with an instructor, games on and off horseback, horse related arts and crafts, and educational horse-related activities. 4327 Louisville Road, Finksburg. 410-795-8371 or www.fullmoonfarm.com.
GERSTELL FALCON SPORT CAMPS
Sessions June through August. Ages 6-14. Full days and half-days. 2500 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg, MD. Sports include baseball, soccer, lacrosse and basketball. Scholarships available. Contact: Cap Poklemba, 410-861-3000, ext. 2148 or cpoklemba@gerstell.org.
GODDARD SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAM
June 12-Aug. 26. Ages 5-12. 6300 Goddard Park Drive, Eldersburg. Full days, half days and extended days available. Arts and crafts, cooking, science and nature, sports and games music, and movement, computers and technology, and drama. Contact: 410-549-8822 or eldersburgmd@goddardschools.com.
JAMS MUSIC CENTER
Rock Out! Summer Jam Camp! Call for camp dates, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday. Ages 8-12 and 13-16 with a minimum camp of 10 students per week. Classes maintain a 5:1 ratio of student to teacher. Carrolltown Center, 6400 Ridge Road, Eldersburg, MD 21784. Information: Mona Freeman, 410-795-2611. Campers will jam in a band; learn how to write songs, have band rehearsal. Students will work in a band and on a real stage. Instrument classes will focus on chosen instrument. Beginner, intermediate and advanced levels available. Week culminates with live stage performance for family and friends. Cost is $395 per week, per student, including supplies. $345 per week for second, or more, students from same family.
MCDANIEL COLLEGE
McDaniel Summer Music Camp, June 23-29, for children in grades 7-12. Campers are split into two bands, a medium-level group and an advanced ensemble. Tuition: Commuting students with a meal plan – $550. Camp residents – $700. A non-refundable deposit of $100 is due by May 31 to hold a place. Contact/information: Linda Kirkpatrick, 410-857-2550 or lkirkpat@mcdaniel.edu.
Boys Lacrosse Camp, June 16-19, ages 9-17. Features 2012 Player of the Year Sam Bradman, USILA Division III. Goalie and faceoff sessions. Questions/information: Pat Lamboni, 410-742-8411 or plamboni@comcast.net.
Common Ground on the Hill Traditions Week. June 30-July 5 and July 7-12. Information: 410-857-2771 or www.commongroundonthehill.com.
Green Terror Basketball Camp. June 24-28. June 24-27 – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (gym opens 8 a.m., closes 5 p.m.); June 28 – 9 a.m.-noon (gym opens 8 a.m.) Lunch provided. Fee based. Contact Kevin Curley, 410-857-2573 or kcurley@mcdaniel.edu.
Green Terror Basketball Day Camp. Aug. 5-9. Ages 7-17. Aug. 5-8: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (gym opens 8 a.m., closes 5 p.m.); Aug. 9: 9 a.m.-noon (gym opens 8 a.m.) Lunch not provided. Fee based. Contact Kevin Curley, 410-857-2573 or kcurley@mcdaniel.edu.
Green Terror Basketball High School Elite Camp. July 28-30. Boys entering grades 9-12. Overnight camp. Registration 3-4 p.m. July 28 and camp ends noon on July 30. Fee based. Contact Kevin Curley, 410-857-2573 or kcurley@mcdaniel.edu.
Green Terror Overnight Soccer Camp. July 28-31. Ages 11-19. $490 overnight;. $400 day. Designed to provide players with the support to improve technically and tactically. Individual and small group training, concluding with full-field matches to ensure that each aspect of the game is covered. A competitive environment is encouraged for further development. Information/registration: Sandy Lagana, 540-421-8516 or slagana@mcdaniel.edu.
Green Terror Shooting & Fundamental Skills Camp. Grades 4 thru 12. Coach Philip Popielski. Early tuition, by June 6, $160. Deposit $50 required by June 6. At door $175. Information: Becky Martin, 410-857-2577 or rmartin@mcdaniel.edu.
Green Terror Swim Camp. Ages 9-18. Camp 1: overnight and day, June 16-20. Camp 2: day only, June 24-28. Campers will learn about technique, nutrition, goal setting, how to train effectively, and much more. Information: Jeff Hiestand, 410-386-4616 or jhiestand@mcdaniel.edu.
Green Terror Softball Camp. Information/registration: pdsmith@mcdaniel.edu.
Joe Krivak Football Camp. June 28-30. Quarterback, receivers, tight ends, and running backs. Information/registration: www.footballcamps.com.
Lardarius Webb/Josh Morgan Overnight and Commuter Football Camp. June 27-30. McDaniel College. Information: 301-575-9400 or www.footballcamps.com.
Specialty Football Camp. June 27. Ages 7-18. Receive concentrated position-specific training taught by our hand selected high school or college coaches prior to the start of football camp.
Sports International Kicking, Punting, and Long Snapping Camp. June 26-27. Ages 8-18. Receive technical instruction from an elite coaching staff made up of elite college coaches and former or current college players. McDaniel College. Information: 301-575-9400 or www.footballcamps.com.
National Kicking. July 19-21. All ages. Information: Coach Gene Muriaty, 781-837-4963 or nks@kickpunt.com.
Nike Field Hockey All Girls Camp. July 12-15. Ages: 11-18. All skill camp. Information: 800-645-3226 or www.ussportscamps.com/fieldhockey/nike/mcdaniel-college-nike-field-hockey-camp/.
McDaniel Orchestra Camp. July 14-20. Ages 12-20. Opportunity for orchestra members to have intensive study.
Nick Novak Kicking & Punting Camp. June 26-27. Individual instruction in kickoffs, field goal kicking, punting, flexibility and stretching. Information/registration: www.footballcamps.com.
Soccer Academy. Adult co-ed residential camp and Champions camp. Information: www.soccer-academy.com.
MERRITT ATHLETIC CLUBS
All camps are located at 1388 Progress Way, Eldersburg. Merritt offers three choices in Eldersburg: Sports & More; Splash & Swim; and Masterpiece Art. They offer $10 off per week if you register before March 31, 2012. For more information, call 410-549-8855.
American Girl Doll Camp. Aug. 5-9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 5-12. All-day option only. Contact Darnella Thomas, 410-549-8855.
Dr. Seuss Camp. June 24-28. Step in the front or on the caboose, join us for a world full of Dr. Seuss. Information: Maia DeBaugh, 410-549-8855 or mdebaugh@merrittclubs.com.
Evening Dance. July 29-Aug. 2. Ages 9 and up. Intensive study for the serious dance student. Will study the principles of dance in the disciplines of ballet, tan, modern and hip-hop and, of course, choreography will be part of each class. Information: Maia DeBaugh, 410-549-8855 or mdebaugh@merrittclubs.com.
Fairy Tale Camp. July 22-26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 4-7. Each day a different princess story learned through story, dance and craft. Information: Maia DeBaugh, 410-549-8855 or mdebaugh@merrittclubs.com.
Full-day Summer Dance Camp. June 24-28, July 15-19, Aug. 5-9. Ages 5-10. Children will learn a different technique daily. Information: Maia DeBaugh, 410-549-8855 or mdebaugh@merrittclubs.com.
Junior Lifeguard Camp Aug. 5-9. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 8-14. Contact Rachel Gracia, 410-549-8855 or rgracia@merrittclubs.com.
Masterpiece Art Camp. June 24-28, July 8-12, July 22-26, July 29-Aug. 2, Aug.5-9. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mini Monets, ages 5-8; Master Michelangelos, ages 9-13. Fosters individual expression, new skills, ideas and techniques. Information: Maia DeBaugh, 410-549-8855 or mdebaugh@merrittclubs.com.
Musical Theatre Camp. July 8-12, July 29-Aug. 2, Aug. 5-9. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages. 8-12. Learn techniques through games and scene study. Each week focuses on a different musical. Information: Maia DeBaugh, 410-549-8855 or mdebaugh@merrittclubs.com.
Pirate Island. July 1-3, July 15-19, July 29-Aug. 2. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Merritt’s newest aquatics camp geared towards younger children. Campers participate in treasure hunts, create their own parrots, rescue the captured maiden and walk the plank. Contact Rachel Gracia, 410-549-8855 or rgracia@merrittclubs.com.
SICS Karate Kid Camp. June 24-28, July 8-12, Aug. 5-9. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 5-18. Information: Andrew Dibble, 410-549-8855 or adibble@merrittclubs.com.
Special Day Camp. July 1 – Crazy Science Day; July 2 – Teddy Bear Day; July 3 – Adventure Day. 9-11 a.m. Information: Maia DeBaugh, 410-549-8855 or mdebaugh@merrittclubs.com.
Splash and Swim Camp. June 24-28, July 8-12, July 22-26, Aug. 12-16, Aug. 19-23. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 5-12. Contact Rachel Gracia, 410-549-8855 or rgracia@merrittclubs.com.
Sports and More. July 24 – Aug. 16. Week of July 1 will be a 3-day only. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 5-12. Indoor and outdoor sports, swimming daily. Full day. Before and after-care available. Contact Andrew Dibble, 410-549-8855 or adibble@merrittclubs.com.
Super Hero Camp. July 22-26. Noon-2 p.m. Ages 4-7. Campers participate in relays, obstacle courses, games and fitness tests. Information: Maia DeBaugh, 410-549-8855 or mdebaugh@merrittclubs.com.
PINEY RUN NATURE CAMP
July 8-12, 15-19, 22-26, 29- Aug. 2, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Completed grades K thru 8. Nature-themed day camps. Additional fee for early drop-off and late pickup. Piney Run Park and Nature Center, 30 Martz Road, Sykesville, MD. Information: 410-795-6043 or email pineyrunpark@ccg.carr.org.
PROJECT C STUDIOS – SUMMER DANCE & PERFORMANCE CAMPS
June 24-Aug. 2. Ages 6 and up. 519 Old Westminster Pike, Suite 4, Westminster. Full-day, half-day camps with extended day available. Specialty dance and performance workshops. Classes of all types. Scholarships available. Contact Jen Graham, 443-821-3125 or staff@projectcstudios.com.
RIVER VALLEY RANCH
Ages: 7-17. Visit website for detailed information about the 2013 offerings. Register online. 4443 Grave Run Road, Manchester. Information 443-712-1010 or www.rivervalleyranch.com.
SUNSHINE KIDS CAMP
Largest summer camp in Carroll County for school-age children, pre-kindergarten and K-7. Children play an active part in deciding which clubs, sports and activities will be offered. Before- and after-school care provided. 175 Klee Mill Road, Sykesville. Information: 410-549-0844 or www.sunshinekidsclubcamp.com.
TACTICC’S EDUCATIONAL THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES SUMMER CAMPS
1129 Liberty Road, Sykesville, MD. $50.00. Information: 443-920-3203. Email: tactic@tacticc.org; website: www.tacticc.org.
Broadway Bound Youth Intensive Program. July 22-26, July 29-Aug. 2 – 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Grades 3-9. Tuition: $450.00; early deadline March 15 $400. Performers will pull off a full length musical. Classes in musical theatre, dance, acting and technical theatre. Performance is Aug. 2 – 7 p.m.; Aug. 3 – 3 and 7 p.m.
Broadway Bound Advanced Musical Theater Intensive. July 15-19 (possibly July 20, 9 a.m-3 p.m.), July 22-26 – 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Grades 7-12 (recent graduates also accepted). Audition only. Tuition: $450.00; early deadline March 15 $400. Students will be cast, rehearse and put up a full-length musical. Classes in acting, auditioning skills, dance, musical theatre and technical theatre. Performance is July 26 – 7 p.m.; July 27 – 3 and 7 p.m.
Youth Summer Camp: Imagination Theatre with Dr. Seuss. June 17-21 and June 24-28, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Beginners through advanced actors grades Pre-K-6. Campers will learn and perform a full-length Dr. Seuss play. They will use their imagination that will allow them to learn, grow and create all about theatre. Tuition: $400.00; early deadline March 15 $350. Aftercare is available. Performance is June 28 – 7 p.m.; June 29 – 3 and 7 p.m.
TAMI GEE’S SUMMER STUDIO OF DANCE
Mid-July to mid-August. Ages 3 and up. 3000 Gamber Road, Suite 7, Finksburg. Classes and workshops include ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, lyrical, modern, hip-hop, and musical theatre. Half- and full- day workshops available. Contact Tami Moore, 410-861-8385 or tfisher610@comcast.net.
TREE OF LIFE THEATRE TROUPE’S 9TH ANNUAL SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS
July 22-Aug. 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 6-18. Programs provide training and games designed to enhance students’ critical thinking skills and ability to work with others, ending in a full theatrical production. Performance Aug. 1-2, 7 p.m.; Aug. 3, 2 p.m. Friendship Baptist Church, 1391 Sykesville Road, Sykesville. Information: www.treeoflifetroupe.org.
WESTMINSTER ISLAND GREEN JUNIOR SUMMER GOLF CLINICS
Three-day sessions. Ages 15 and under. 1199 S. Pleasant Valley Road, Westminster. Children learn the aspects and fundamentals of the game. Lunch provided. Low instructor:student ratio. Contact: Tim Rahnis, 410-876-1520 or timrahnis@westminsterislandgreen.net.
WESTMINSTER PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Provides safe and enjoyable environment where children can participate in a variety of activities, games, sports, crafts and trips. Westminster City Park, 11 Longwell Avenue, Westminster. Information/registration: Family and Early Bird discounts available. www.westgov.com/recreation/rec_camps.html.
Tot Camp 8 weeks. Ages 3-5 years (must be potty trained). Monday-Friday, 9-11:30 a.m.
Day Camp Ages 6-12 years. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Y OF CENTRAL MARYLAND,
Y JOURNEYS IN CAMPING FUN DAY CAMPS
Y Camps in Maryland. Located at Camp Hashawha Overnight Camp, Hill Family Center Y. Information/register: Family Center, 1719 Sykesville Road, Westminster or call 410-848-3660 or yinfo@maryland.org.
Y Journeys in Camping, Fun Day Camps K-6. Activities include games, crafts, water activities, nature exploration, and field trips. Fee-based.
Adventures Grades 7-8; Grand Adventures – Grades 9-11. Participate in team-building challenges, leadership skill development, and service projects. Campers also travel three days a week. Fee-based.
MA – Mission Adventurers Grades 9-12, minimum age of 14. Work shadowing on job skills. Able to earn up to 15 service hours a week. Fee-based.
Sports Camp and Clinics Ages 6-12. Basketball, soccer, mix. Fee-based.
