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SummerCamps & Activities

2011

CAMP AGES TIME DATE/CODE # FEELittle Acorns 5-6 yrs 8:30-3:00 PM 07/05-07/15

111001-8A$495

Sprouts 7-8 yrs 8:30-4:00 PM 07/18-07/29111002-8A

$550

Junior Rangers 9-10 yrs 8:30-4:00 PM 08/01-08/12111003-8A

$550

AdventurersWater Exploration

10-13 yrs 8:30-4:00 PM 08/15-08/19111004-8A

$330

AdventurersCamping

10-13 yrs 8:30-4:00 PM 08/22-08/26111004-8B

$330

CAMP AGES TIMES DATES/CODE

FEE

SAMPLER 2.9-4.11 8:00-4:00 PM 6/27-7/1101003

$465

CERAMICS 2.9-4.11 8:00-4:00 PM 7/5-7/15101004

$465

PAINTING 2.9-4.11 8:00-4:00 PM 7/18/7/29101005

$465

BATIK 2.9-4.11 8:00-4:00 PM 8/1-8/12101006

$465

SCULPTURE 2.9-4.11 8:00-4:00 PM 8/15-8/26101007

$465

EXTENDED DAY

2.9-4.11 4:00-6:00 PM 6/27-8/26 $105/session

Soule Sampler A combination of all the art media presented throughout the summer. Children spend one day exploring each of the areas outlined.

Day 1: Ceramics and coil potDay 2: Watercolor paint and its use with salt, wax paper,

and ink to create paintingsDay 3: Tie dyed T-shirt of their own designDay 4: Sculpture using wire and recycled materialDay 5: Free choice and exploration with the resident artist

Soule Ceramics Children explore the diverse use of porcelain and red clay and make their own mosaic tiles, pinch pots, and much more. Children learn to use hand-building, and wheel throwing techniques to make pottery. Works of art are fi red and glazed.

Soule Painting Children explore and learn how to mix colors and use different kinds of paints including liquid watercolor, block paints, acrylic paint, and homemade paints to create interesting two-dimensional works. Children also explore other artist materials with the paint such as wax, fabric, and photos.

Soule Batik Children will work with dye and wax to create batik T-shirts, wall hangings, and other items. In this exciting and messy process, children create designs and dye fabric in an array of colors.

Soule Sculpture Using a variety of recycled material such as wire, wood, cardboard, and drying clay, children create three dimensional works of art.

Soule Camps

Viking Sports CampsRegistration: Visit www.vikingcamps.net or call 508.358.5066Viking Sports conducts a fun variety of weekly multi-sports camps from June 20th - September 2nd. Sports include dodgeball, capture the fl ag, soccer, fl ag football, fl oor hockey, and much more. Camp is held at Waldstein Playground from 9:00-3:00 PM with options for early drop off from 8:00-9:00 AM and late pick up from 3:00-6:00 PM.

Junior Golf Players CampsLocation: Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course The fi ve-day Players Camp is geared toward the young golfer who is serious about improving their golf skills. This course concentrates on improving swing skills, chipping, and putting. Practice techniques are covered and playing instructions are included on a daily basis.

NETRESULTS Tennis Summer Junior Jam Weeks Location: Waldstein Park Registration: Visit www.netresultstennis.net or call 781.239.9975Highlights • High quality program that runs 11 weeks daily • Maintains a 6:1 ratio with certifi ed and experienced staff• Instructional dynamic classes that include loads of cardio• Games based approach with drill progressions and point play• Provide daily competitions, loads of fun while improving their game

CAMP AGES TIMES DATES

Developmental 4-6, 7-9, 10-13 9:00-12:00 PM 6/20-9/2

High Performance 12-16 8:00-4:00 PM 6/20-9/2

Extended Day 4-16 12:00-3:00 PM12:00-6:00 PM

6/20-9/2

Location: Brookline Environmental Education Center

AGES TIMES DATES FEE10-14 9:00-3:30 PM 7/18-7/22 $550

10-14 9:00-3:30 PM 8/8-8/12 $550

Location: Soule Recreation CenterIn addition to the regular sessions, extended day is available for an additional fee.

Little Acorns Young naturalists spend the summer exploring the outdoor areas of Brookline. Little Acorns have the opportunity to visit many of Brookline's parks and sanctuaries and unravel the mysteries of the natural world through hands-on exploration, stories, arts & crafts, nature walks, and games. Each day will focus on different local wildlife and their habitats. Nature Camp is designed to encourage children to discover, enjoy, and respect nature through personal experiences.

Three summer day camps are offered to children ages 5-6, 7-9 and 10-13. Each camp provides various activities and pre-established schedules where children can build confi dence, develop skills, make new friends, and have fun! Our camp gives children an experience that lasts a lifetime by providing challenging activities under the guidance of caring, well-trained staff members. Camp Kangaroo maintains a staff-camper ratio of 1:5; Camp Gator and Camp Express have staff-camper ratios of 1:10. These ratios allow counselors to build relationships and provide each child with the attention he or she needs. Children take part in arts and crafts, non-competitive sports and games, swimming three to four times a week, recreational play, and themed activities. Each camp will feature entertainment activities and fi eld trips.

DATES KANGAROO GATOR EXPRESS BUS FEE EXTENDED DAYAges N/A 5-6 yrs 7-9 yrs 10-13 yrs N/A Camp Kangaroo

and Gator Only

Location N/A Devotion Elementary School

Lawrence Elementary School

Eliot Recreation Center

N/A Same location as camp

Code # N/A 106001 106002 106003 N/A N/A

Time N/A 8:30-4:00 PM 8:30-4:00 PM 9:00-4:00 PM N/A 4:00-6:00 PM

Session 1 7/5-7/15 $315 $315 $389 $60 $10/day

Session 2 7/18-7/29 $349 $349 $431 $66 $10/day

Session 3 8/1-8/12 $349 $349 $431 $66 $10/day

Session 4 8/15-8/19 $180 $180 $226 $33 $10/day

Adventurers For the more adventurous spirit, this program begins with explorations in Brookline and then moves beyond the town's boundaries. Our oldest group of naturalists will expand their knowledge as they practice identifi cation, orienteering, and outdoor living skills. Excursions include hikes, canoeing and a camp-out. This program emphasizes hands-on, fi eld-based, experiential learning and aims to foster stewardship.

Sprouts This older group of naturalists explores Brookline, focusing on the native plant life and varied habitats found in our outdoor areas. Sprouts will visit many of Brookline's parks and sanctuaries, and discover plant growth cycle through hands-on exploration, stories, arts & crafts, nature walks, and games. Campers also participate in the maintenance and harvesting of our community garden. Each day features a different theme and new location for campers to enjoy. Nature Camp is designed to encourage children to discover, enjoy, and respect nature through personal experiences.

Junior Rangers At Junior Ranger camp, children experience nature-based learning in the outdoors as they work towards earning a Junior Ranger badge. Campers learn about nature and the environment through hands-on exploration, orienteering, arts & crafts, nature walks, and group activities. While visiting Brookline's extraordinary parks and sanctuaries, campers are introduced to many different environmental topics including wildlife, habitats, ecology, biodiversity, and conservation. Junior Ranger Camp provides young people with a unique learning experience while encouraging stewardship of our natural areas.

Nature Camps

Bus TransportationBrookline Recreation offers bus transportation to and from all of our camp programs. Stops are not door-to-door, but are within close proximity to your home. Any child age 10 and under must be met at the bus stop by a parent/guardian daily. Bus routes are mailed in June.

Extended DayBrookline Recreation is excited to offer on site extended day camp for Camp Kangaroo and Camp Gator. Extended day will provide your child with supervision and programming from the end of the regular camp program to 6:00 PM. Extended day will be an additional fee per day and you can choose one to fi ve days per week.

Summer Day Camps

Registration InformationRegistration begins January 24th

How to Register• Online - visit www.brooklinerec.com• By phone - call 617.730.2069• Drop-in - come into any Recreation facility

Forms of PaymentWe accept cash, check, VISA, or MasterCard for payment on program registrations. A $20 fee will be charged for all returned checks. Registration will not be accepted without payment.

Refund PolicyRefunds are only issued in the event of a cancelled program or if there is a medical emergency with a doctor’s note. A $10 fee will be charged for all refunds.

Financial Aid/Scholarship AssistanceA confi dential application can be submitted to the Director of Recreation, and if a hardship exists, the applicant may be granted a reduction in fee at the discretion of the Director. Many programs are self-supporting, which limits the amount of available aid per program. Applications must be received 15 business days before the start of a program unless otherwise stated in registration information. Call 617.730.2069 or visit www.brooklinerec.com for an application.

This camp must comply with regulations set by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (105 CMR 4.30) and is licensed by the Brookline Recreation Department.This program is supported by a grant from the Brookline Community Foundation.

Leadership In Training Program (L.I.T.)The Leadership In Training Program (L.I.T.) is a unique experience for teens who entering the 9th and 10th grade. The L.I.T. program provides mature and team-oriented teens with numerous experiences, from learning how to teach different skills to participating in camp activities, to going on out-of-camp trips. They will have the opportunity to develop their leadership skills and work with children. In addition to their time in our camps, the L.I.T.’s will have workshops with a coordinator on topics including but not limited to resume building, job interview coaching, volunteering, and community service, to help build the leadership skills for the future.

Participants may register for 1, 2 or all 3 sessions. The L.I.T. program is only available for Session 1-3.

Employment / Volunteer OpportunitiesWe are presently looking to fi ll the following positions:

• Camp Counselors• Camp Directors• Art Specialist• Sport Specialist• Music Specialist• Leadership In Training Instructors• Lifeguards• Swim Instructors

All staff must go through an extensive application and screening process, which includes a written application, a personal interview, three references, and checks with both the Criminal Offender Registry and the Sex Offender Registry. All staff are certifi ed in American Red Cross CPR and First Aid/AED. In addition, several camp staff hold higher certifi cations for Water Safety Instruction, Lifeguarding, and CPR for the Professional rescuer.

Brookline Recreation Department133 Eliot StreetBrookline, MA 02467

CAMP AGES TIMES DATES FEESession 1 14-15 8:15-4:00 PM 7/5-7/15 $145

Session 2 14-15 8:15-4:00 PM 7/18-7/29 $160

Session 3 14-15 8:15-4:00 PM 8/1-8/12 $160

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