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PROGRAM GUIDECA MP 2020
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CONTENTSWelcome From Our Camp Director! ............................................................................. 5
General Info .......................................................................................................................... 6
Camp Information (General) ............................................................................................ 7
Weeks & Themes ................................................................................................................ 8
Important Deadlines .......................................................................................................... 9
Our Savings Center .......................................................................................................... 10
Convenience Services ........................................................................................................ 11
Finance Policies .................................................................................................................. 15
Fees (Summer & Spring Break Camps) ...................................................................... 17
SUMMER PROGRAMS ................................................................................................. 18
Silver Spring Camps ........................................................................................ 19
Discovery Program (PK–K)................................................................................... 20
Explorer Program (1st & 2nd) ........................................................................ 22
Adventure Program (3rd & 4th) .................................................................. 24
High Adventure Program (5th & 6th) ............................................................... 26
Teen Adventure Program (7th–9th) ................................................................... 28
Leader-in-Training Program (7th–10th) ............................................................ 30
Germantown Camps .............................................................................................. 31
Discovery Program (PK-K) .................................................................................... 32
Explorer Program (1st & 2nd) ................................................................................... 34
Adventure Program (3rd & 4th) ......................................................................... 36
High Adventure Program (5th & 6th) .................................................................... 38
Teen Adventure Program (7th–9th) ............................................................. 40
Leader-In-Training (7th-10th) ................................................................................ 42
Specialty Camps .................................................................................................... 44
Wilderness: Explorations (1st-4th) ................................................................. 46
Wilderness: Expeditions (5th & 6th) .............................................................. 48
Arts Adventure (1st–6th) ....................................................................................... 50
S.T.E.M. ADVENTURE (1st–6th) ................................................................................ 52
CODING ADVENTURE (1st–6th)............................................................................ 54
EXTENDED SEASON CAMPS ......................................................................... 56
Spring Break Camp (April 6th–10th) .......................................................... 57
referral program
Did you know that if you refer a first time family to camp, you will receive a $30 credit?!!
Refer as many families as you want as long as your credit amount does not exceed the amount paid for registration for the current year. Sounds like a great opportunity to me!
QUESTIONS?
PLEASE CALL 301.989.CAMP
WE’RE HAPPY
TO HELP!
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“Camp Sonshine is a place where families can feel
safe knowing that their children will be cared for while
experiencing the best time of their life.”
C A M P S O N S H I N E - M A R Y L A N D
WELCOME FROM OUR CAMP DIRECTOR!
Dear Parent(s),
As a county/state-licensed, and American Camp Association accredited camp,
every part of our program was created to give your child an extraordinary, fun and
safe experience. I hope you’re ready for one of the most funfilled summers of your
child’s life!
In addition to our award-winning core programs, we’re excited to offer the following:
SPECIALTY CAMPS: Along side our Wilderness programs, we’re so delighted to
offer the following specialty camps during Summer 2020: Arts Adventure, S.T.E.M.
and Coding.
BUDGET FRIENDLY: If you’re anything like us, you love saving money. That’s why
we’ve created our very own Savings Center. (Visit our website <campsonshine.org>
to learn how you can save on summer camp tuition!) We also
offer budget-friendly flexible payment plans.
OVERNIGHTERS & LATESTAYS: Kids love them and parents can enjoy an evening
off while knowing their children are in good hands.
Plus, the memories made are some of the best highlights of the summer!
EXTENDED CARE: We’re continuing to offer our extended hours (before and
after camp) to accomodate your busy schedule. We’ve created an exceptional,
award-winning program and are excited that you get to experience it this year.
Thank you for considering Camp Sonshine for your 2020 summer plans. We are
genuinely looking forward to serving you and your child(ren). See you soon!
Sincerely,
Kirk Carey
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general
CAMP INFORMATION (GENERAL)
Address
SILVER SPRING CAMPS16819 New Hampshire Ave.
GERMANTOWN CAMPS20701 Frederick Road(Neelsville Presbyterian Church)
SPECIALTY CAMPS (OLNEY, MD)16227 Batchellors Forest Rd.(Bethel World Outreach MinistriesInternational)
Phone #(Parent Services)
(301) 989-CAMP (2267)
Camp Hours 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Office Hours
FALL/WINTER (Sept. 3rd – Dec. 31st)12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
SPRING (Jan. 1st – June 12th)9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SUMMER (June 15th – August 28th)7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Fax # (301) 989-7116
First Aid Please call Parent Services
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info.
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important deadlinesDESCRIPTION DEADLINE
Cancel EVERYTHING (with refunds)Non-refundable fees: Application fee($45) and Deposit ($20 per week).
24 Nov. – 8 May
Week cancellation (with refunds).The following cancellation fees apply:$20 per camper per week dropped.
24 Nov. – 8 May
Full payment deadline. 8 May
Pay by check deadline 5 June
SUMMER 2020 weeks & ThemeWeek 1 (June 15–19) – “Tropical Island”Land ho! Camp has somehow become stranded on a tropical island! Don’t worry though,we’ll be having so much fun, there’s no need to signal for an S.O.S.!
Week 2 (June 22–26) – “Great Safari”Jump in your jeep; hang on for a wild ride! This week sends campers deep intoa jungle filled with lions, tigers and…parrots? Get ready for a jungle full of fun!
Week 3 (June 29– July 3) – “USA Week”Get out your red, white, & blue and come celebrate America’s birthday with us! We’ll haveawesome patriotic activities including a 4th of July parade around camp! USA! USA! USA!
Week 4 (July 6–10) – “World Olympics”During the week where we celebrate our nation’s independence, we also celebrate ourmulticultural community at Camp with some fun games and a little competitive spirit. Laceup your sneakers and get ready to go for the gold!
Week 5 (July 13–17) – “Superhero”It’s a bird! No, it’s a plane! No, it’s Camp Sonshine! Get ready to protect the citizens ofCampSonshineville from evildoers. Capes and spandex are optional!
Week 6 (July 20–24) – “Winter Wonderland”If the heat is bringing you down, come cool off with us this week. An unexpected blizzardhas hit Camp. With plenty of snow and ice, we’ll party–winter style!
Week 7 (July 27–31) –“Crazy Carnival”We’re pulling out the Big Top this week! Come enjoy the glitz, glamour and awe of thecircus at Camp! Practice to be a trapeze artist on our ropes courses, an animal tamer atdrama, or just sit back and watch with some popcorn!
Week 8 (August 3–7) – “Wild, Wild West”Howdy partner! Grab your cowboy hat, saddle up and get ready to head out on afantastic adventure through the great frontier.
Week 9 (August 10–14) –“Lights, Camera, Action!”For one week, we’re turning Silver Spring into Hollywood! Grab your tuxedo or gown and getready to walk the red carpet like a movie star!
Week 10 (August 17–21) – “Outer Space”3…2…1…blast off! Let’s travel around the Milky Way, past Jupiter, and through a black holeexploring the mysteries of outer space! Don’t forget your space suit!
Week 11 (August 24–28) - “Wacky Tacky“What better way to end the Summer than a week with additional Field Trips & wacky tackyfun! Campers will get the opportunity to enjoy half & full day trips in every program as well asparticipate in crazy sock day, backwards day & more!
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OUR SAVINGS CENTERBelow you will find a list of our 2020 Camp Sonshine
savings:
TITLE / CODE AMOUNT DESCRIPTION
Military Discount 5% off
Save 5% offyour camp
tuition; plus allother savings.
Family Referral Savings
$30 off
Receive $30in account
credit for eachnew family
(registered) yourefer to CampSonshine (upto the amountpurchased).
SiblingsSavings
$25 off
Receive a $25savings for eachadditional childafter one childis registered.
Multi-WeekSaving
$25 off
Receive $25off per week ifyou register formore than oneweek of camp.
CONVENIENCE SERVICESThe following services are available for an additional fee:
EXTENDED CAREAvailable at all camp locations (and at Bridgeway Community Church in Howard County), our Extended Care service gives parents the option of early morning dropoff (SS/GT/Bethel: 7-8:45 AM; Bridgeway: 7:15-8:15AM) and/or late afternoon pickup (SS/GT/Bethel: 4:20-6:30 PM; Bridgeway: 4:45-6:00 PM). Note: the cost is the same whether you use this service everyday or irregularly.
• AM Extended Care- $40/week• PM Extended Care- $40/week• AM and PM Extended Care - $80/week• One-time use - $8
TRANSPORTATIONCamp Sonshine offers bus pick-up and drop-off services to and from our Silver Spring and Germantown Camps. The following fees covers transportation for the entire week. Note: the cost is the same whether you use this service everyday or irregularly.
• AM/PM Transportation - $40/week• AM and PM Transportation - $80/week• One-time use - $8
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2020 BUS STOP LOCATIONSAREA RT LOCATION TIME
SILVER SPRING CAMPS LEAVES RETURNS
Damascus Cow Damascus Shopping Center – Rt. 124 & Rt. 108 8:05 AM 4:45 PM
Olney Cow Fair Hill Shops – Greene Turtle Parking Lot 8:35 AM 4:10 PM
Silver Spring West Dinosaur Giant Food, 1280 E W Hwy, Silver Spring 7:50 AM 5:00 PM
Wheaton Dinosaur Target (south lot) – University Blvd & Veirs Mill Rd 8:15 AM 4:35 PM
Columbia DogColumbia Mall – Lower level Formerly-Sears
– South parking lot8:30 AM 4:30 PM
Columbia North (Destiny Extended Care)
DogDestiny Church – 7195 Oakland Mills Rd, Columbia, MD
210467:00 AM - 8:00 AM
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Columbia South Dog McDonald’s – Guilford Rd & Eden Brook Rd 8:15 AM 4:45 PM
Aspen Hill Duck Taco Bell/Boston Market – Georgia Ave & Aspen Hill Rd 8:25 AM 4:25 PM
Layhill Duck McDonald’s– Bel Pre Rd & Layhill Rd 8:40 AM 4:10 PM
Rockville Duck Lotte Mart at the Twinbook Shopping Center- Veris Mill Rd. 8:10 AM 4:40 PM
Rockville East Duck Safeway – Norbeck Rd & Bauer Dr 7:45 AM 4:50 PM
DC Northwest Eagle D.C Roosevelt High School – 4301 13th St NW 7:50 AM 4:45 PM
Bethesda North Elephant White Flint Plaza (Shoppers Food) – Nicholson Ln 8:30 AM 4:40 PM
Potomac ElephantGiant Food (rear parking lot – Tuckerman Ln & Seven
Locks Rd8:10 AM 5:00 PM
Greenbelt Fish Safeway at Greenway Center – Greenbelt Rd 8:10 AM 4:35 PM
Rockville North Frog Patel Brothers – Rt. 355 & College Parkway 7:55 AM 4:40 PM
Clarksville Monkey McDonald’s – Rt. 108 & Great Star Dr 8:15 AM 4:20 PM
Scaggsville Monkey Food Lion – Rt. 216 & Rt. 29 8:35 AM 4:45 PM
Briggs Chaney Moose Global Foods – Briggs Chaney Rd. & Rt. 29 8:30 AM 4:10 PM
Silver Spring Moose Safeway at Four Corners – University Blvd & Rt. 29 8:00 AM 4:45 PM
Silver Spring North Moose Sears Auto Center – New Hampshire Ave & Lockwood Dr 8:15 AM 4:30 PM
DC Northeast Rhino Market Street Northeast, Washington, DC 8:00 AM 4:35 PM
Columbia North (Bridgeway)
TigerBridgeway Community Church – 9189 Red Branch Rd,
Columbia, MD 210458:15 AM 4:30 PM
Ellicott City Tiger Long Gate Center – Target parking lot – Rt. 100 & Rt. 29 8:05 AM 4:45 PM
Ellicott City Extended Care Tiger Summit Ministry Center International7:00 AM - 7:50 AM
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Laurel East Turtle Kohl's Laurel – Rt 198. & Russet Green E. Rd. 8:15 AM 4:50 PM
Savage Turtle Weis Food – Rt. 1 South of Rt. 32 7:55 AM 4:30 PM
Bowie ZebraShoppers, 10501 Martin Luther King Jr Hwy, Bowie, MD
207207:45 AM 5:00 PM
GERMANTOWN CAMPS LEAVES RETURNS
Gaithersburg Frog Weis Markets – Rt. 355 & Westland Dr 8:15 AM 4:25 PM
LATESTAYS & OVERNIGHTERSCamp Sonshine provides Campers wtih several opportunities throughout the summer weeks to experience camp at night! These events are specific to location/program and are limited based on your selection.
LATESTAYA Latestay is a chance for PK-2nd Grade Campers to experience the thrill of being a “big kid” by staying on our campgrounds until 8pm! In addition to eating camp food, campers get to partic-ipate in fun-filled activities such as a HAY RIDE and S’MORE MAKING!
Available Weeks (Thursdays) : 2, 4, 6, & 8
Cost : $25 (per latestay)
ADVENTURE OVERNIGHTER (3RD & 4TH)Our legendary ADVENTURE Overnighters1 (Friday nights through 8:00AM Saturday morning) are filled with unforgettable experiences such as:
• Elaborate themed activities that continue into the night (e.g. group field games, crazy skits, energizing music, wet and messy adventures, and more!)• Roasting s’mores to perfection• Bonding with fellow campers around a crackling fire
Available Weeks (Fridays) : 2, 4, 6, & 8
Cost : $40 (per overnighter)
HIGH ADVENTURE OVERNIGHTER (5TH–6TH)Our spectacular HIGH ADVENTURE Overnighters (Friday night through 8:00AM Saturday morning) allow campers to experience an unforgettable extended-day field trip on Friday plus night activities such as:
• The Golden Owl game (similar to sardines)• Extended group times• Late night team games
Available Weeks (Fridays) & field trips (tentative):
• Week 2 – Six Flags America, MD• Week 4 – Guppy Gulch, PA• Week 6 – Six Flags America, MD• Week 8 – Guppy Gulch, PA
Cost : Included in weekly tuition2
1 For campers who’ve just completed 3rd or 4th grade at our Silver Spring and Germantown locations.
2 When overnighter costs are included in the weekly tuition, and your child(ren) chooses not to attend the Overnighter event, there will be no alternative activities planned for them.
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TEEN ADVENTURE OVERNIGHTER (7TH–10TH)Our fun-filled TEEN ADVENTURE Overnighters (Thursday through Friday at 10:00PM) allow our teenage campers to experience unforgettable extended-day field trips on Thursday and on Friday. This year’s fields trips plans include
Available Weeks (Thurs-Fri) & field trips (tentative):
• Week 1 – Ocean City, NJ • Week 2 – Guppy Gulch/Dorney Park, PA• Week 3 – Rehoboth Beach, DE• Week 4 – Kings Dominion & Massahutten Waterpark• Week 5 – Wildwood Beach, NJ • Week 6 – Six Flags, NJ & Jenkinson’s Boardwalk• Week 7 – Ocean City, NJ• Week 8 – Rehoboth Beach, DE• Week 9 – Hersheypark & Guppy Gulch, PA
Cost : Included in weekly tuition3
WILDERNESS EXPLORATIONS OVERNIGHTER (3RD & 4TH)Our legendary WILDERNESS EXPLORATIONS Overnighters4 (Friday nights through 8:00AM Saturday morning) are filled with unforgettable experiences such as:
• Playing a fun game of stalk the lantern• Bonding with fellow campers around a crackling fire• Sleeping with friends outside under the stars
Available Weeks (Fridays) : 2, 4, 6 & 8
Cost : $40 (per overnighter)
WILDERNESS EXPEDITIONS OVERNIGHTER (5TH & 6TH)Our spectacular WILDERNESS EXPEDITIONS Overnighters5 (Friday night through 8:00AM Saturday morning) allow campers to experience an unforgettable extended-day field trip on Friday before setting up camp at our Wilderness location. Campers enjoy this unique opportunity to build relationships and group unity by engaging in the following activities:
• Playing a fun game of stalk the lantern• Roasting s’mores to perfection• Bonding with fellow campers around a crackling fire while telling stories and singing songs• Sleeping outside under the stars with friends
Available Weeks (Fridays) & field trips (tentative):
• Week 2 – Guppy Gulch, PA
• Week 4 – Cunningham Falls• Week 6 – Guppy Gulch, PA• Week 8 – Harper’s Ferry Tubing
Cost : Included in weekly tuition6
3 When overnighter costs are included in the weekly tuition, and your child(ren) chooses not to attend the Overnighter event, there will be no alternative activities planned for them.4 For campers who’ve just completed 3rd or 4th grade and enrolled in our Wilderness Specialty Camp.5 For campers who’ve just completed 5th or 6th grade in our Wilderness program.6 When overnighter costs are included in the weekly tuition, and your child(ren) chooses not to attendthe Overnighter event, there will be no alternative activities planned for them.
finance policiesDue per child, per one week at Camp Sonshine.
POLICY POLICY EXPLANATION/EXAMPLEEXPLANATION/EXAMPLE FINANCIAL INFO.FINANCIAL INFO.
Week/ProgramTransfers
Switching from one week, program or camp to another based only on space availability.
No charge!
Cancellations
Cancelling 1 or more weeks(retaining others)• All cancellations must be in writing.
Cancelling every thing(per camper)• All cancellations must be in writing.• Having a sibling on the waiting list is not cause for a refund.
All fees paid are refunded except the $20 per week nonrefundable deposit and $45 application fee per camper.
Payment
The full regular rate tuition amount, and all other fees due (includingconvenience options) is due post marked or in the Parent ServiceOffice by June 15th.
Any registrations received on or after June 15th must be accompanied by payment in full.
PaymentMethod
Checks *, cash, credit card authoriza-tion (MasterCard, Discover,AMEX or Visa), or money orders are acceptable forms of payment.
*WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT CHECKS FOR ANY REASON, ON OR AFTER JUNE 5th.
Sickness/SchoolExtentions
Absence of more than two consecu-tive days due to illness or school being extended.
Camp will credit for the days missed after, but not including, the first two days when requested in writing and accompanied by a doctor’s/school note.
Waiting ListApplicable only to children on the waiting list. Does not apply to enrolled siblings.
If child is unable to enroll, or is withdrawn from the waiting list, all payments are re-funded. Payment is not processed unless camper is enrolled.
Late FeesApplicable only for registrations received during the summer.
A % late fee will be applied to all camp fees for registrations submitted after June 7th
Discounts
Discounts can only be applied to camp tuition.• There is no discount on convenience options.• There is no discount on the $45application fee .
ReturnedChecks
A fee will be charged for all returned checks.
There is a $35 fee charged for returned checks.
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Deposits
A $20 per week nonrefundable de-posit, as well as the $45 application fee per child is required with each ad-vanced or regular rate application as minimum payment, if not yet paying in full.
Your deposit only gives you freedom and flexibility to make payments at your conve-nience until your total balance is paid. The deposit is applied toward the full balance. (It is not a separate fee, but reserves your child’s spot.) The deposit as minimum payment is not available on or after 5/9.
Spring BreakBecause of limited availability, fees for Spring Break must be paid in fullupon registration.
The following fees will be applied for Spring Break Camp cancellations: $5 a day or $20 for the entire week. NOTE: No refunds for cancellations made after 2/23.
2020 FEES (SUMMER & SPRING BREAK CAMPS)(Fees are based on one child, per one week at Camp Sonshine)
OPTION FEE
Application Fee $45 (one-time fee per year, per child)
Summer TuitionRegular Overnighter*
1 week 1 week
SUMMER CAMP (CORE CAMPS)
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Explorer (1st-2nd) $320
Adventure (3rd-4th) $330
*High Adventure (5th & 6th) $340 $390
*Teen Adventure (7th & 10th) $430 $390 (Week 3 Only**)
Leaders-in-Training (7th-10th) $285
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Discovery (PK-K) $290
Explorer (1st-2nd) $320
Adventure (3rd-4th) $330
*High Adventure (5th & 6th) $340 $390
*Teen Adventure (7th-9th) $430 $390 (Week 3 Only**)
Leaders-in-Training (7th-10th) $285
SUMMER CAMP (SPECIALTY CAMPS)
Arts Adventure Camp (1st-6th Grade) $340
Coding Camp (3rd-8th Grade) $340
STEM Camp (1st-6th Grade) $340
Wilderness Explorations (1st-4th Grade) $330
*Wilderness Expeditions (5th-6th Grade) $340 $390
Multiweek: Receive $25 OFF per week when you register for 2 or more weeks of camp.** (June 29th – July 3rd): Discounted price due to holiday (NO OVERNIGHTER)
SPRING BREAK CAMP (April 6-10)
K-4th grade (single day) $50
K-4th grade (week) $225
5th-10th grade (single day) $60
5th-10th grade (week) $250
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summerprograms
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silver springOur Silver Spring location —nestled on 25 acres of wooded
land, fields and streams— has been serving children and
families for over 35 years. We’re located right across from
the Hampshire Greens community (we are approximately ½
mile north of Route 198 and 2 miles south of Route 108 on
New Hampshire Avenue).
CAMPGROUNDS:
16819 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE,
SILVER SPRING, MD, 20905
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discovery program(Pre kindergarten-kindergarten)
summer programs • silver spring
We cut no corners when it comes to giving our young campers (must be at least 4 years old)the extra-special care they deserve. Because our little VIP campers are in their formative years,individual attention goes a long way.
activitiesIn a nurturing, small-group atmosphere, DISCOVERY campers get to enjoy a healthy mix of indoor and outdoor activities, which are designed to help cultivate the imagination and allow kids to explore the physical world. Example activities include: WATER SLIDE, MOONBOUNCE, SPLASH PLAYGROUND, DISCOVERY TRAIN, PLAY ZONE, LATESTAYS, THEME DAYS and
much more!
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CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details1)
OPTIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES:
• Latestay: $25/latestay
(see pp. 13–14 for latestay/overnighter details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $290/week
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE DISCOVERY (PK-K) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:35-9:15 ARRIVAL
1 9:20-9:35 Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
2 9:45-10:20 Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly
3 10:30-11:05 Construction Zone
Splash Landing
Theme Day
Splash Landing
Sonshine Impact
4 11:15-11:50Group Photo/
Bathroom & Water Break
Moonbounce/Ball Pit
5 12:00-12:35 Mini Zipline Craft Craze PlaygroundCamp Store/ Lost
& Found check
6 12:45-1:20Lunch/
Reapply SunscreenLunch/
Reapply SunscreenLunch/
Reapply SunscreenLunch/
Giving Tree! Lunch/
Reapply Sunscreen
7 1:30-2:05Rest (PK),
Stage It (K)Rest (PK), STEM (K)
Rest (PK)Rest (PK)
Go Karts (K)Rest (PK)
Eco Explorations (K)
8 2:15-2:50 Discovery Time Playzone Toboggan Run Discovery Train Turtle Run
9 3:00-3:20 Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif
3:20-3:40 BUS DEPARTURE
3:45-4:35 PARENT PICK-UP
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explorer program(1st & 2nd grade)
summer programs • silver spring
A fun and exciting program has been designed for our EXPLORER campers1. Campers are taught social, emotional, intellectual, physical & creative skills. Our campers get to enjoy a safe and active outdoor program in which they encounter new and unforgettable adventures.
activitiesExample activities include: POOL TRIPS, WATER SLIDE, CANOEING,
PADDLE BOATS, ARCHERY, THEME DAYS, LATESTAYS and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)
OPTIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES:
• Latestay: $25/latestay (see pp. 13–14 for latestay/overnighter details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $320/week
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 Explorer campers are grouped by grade and gender.
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GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE EXPLORER (1st-2nd) 2020
Period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:35-9:15 ARRIVAL
1 9:20-9:35 Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
2 9:45-10:20 Assembly
Pool Trip
Assembly
Pool Trip
Assembly
3 10:30-11:05 Go Karts Aqua ZoneConstruction
Zone (1st) Archery (2nd)
4 11:15-11:50Group Photo/ Group Time
Craft Craze (Girls) Dodgeball (Boys)
Moonbounce
5 12:00-12:35 Lunch Lunch Lunch
6 12:45-1:20 Turbo Slide Lunch
Theme Day
Lunch/Giving Tree! Sonshine Impact
7 1:30-2:05 Pond Forest Ranger Dry Dig ZoneStage It (1st)
Slingshot Gallery (2nd)
8 2:15-2:50 Eco ExplorationsNature Art (Girls)
Wilderness Ranger (Boys)
Camp Store/ Group Time
Venture Time
9 3:00-3:20 Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif
3:20-3:40 BUS DEPARTURE
3:45-4:35 PARENT PICK-UP
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adventure program(3RD & 4TH grade)
summer programs • silver spring
Our Adventure Camp is an assortment of fun, activities, and unforgettable memories. Coun-selors serve up daily adventures where ADVENTURE campers1 are taught social, emotional, intellectual, physical & creative skills all while making friends, laughing, and being themselves.
activitiesExample activities include: POOL TRIPS, ELECTIVES, OUTDOOR COOKING,
GOKARTS, PAINTBALL GALLERY (4th graders only), OVERNIGHTERS and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)
OPTIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES:
• Overnighter: $40/overnighter (see pp. 13–14 for latestay/overnighter details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $330/week
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
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GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE adventure (3 rd) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:35-9:15 ARRIVAL
1 9:20-9:35 Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
2 9:45-10:20 Asembly Asembly Asembly Asembly Asembly
3 10:30-11:05 Sports
Electives
Archery Archery Tag Venture Time
4 11:15-11:50 Nerf BattleCraft Craze (Girls) Wilderness Ranger
(Boys) Camp Store Sonshine Impact
5 12:00-12:35 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch
6 12:45-1:20
Pool Trip
Slingshot Gallery Ninja Warrior
Course/ Low Ropes
Pool Trip
Turbo Slide
7 1:30-2:05Group Photo/ Group Time
Go Karts Adventure Team Challenge (odd), Electives (even)8 2:15-2:50 Forest Ranger Pond
9 3:00-3:20 Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif
3:20-3:40 BUS DEPARTURE
3:45-4:35 PARENT PICK-UP
GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE adventure (4th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:35-9:15 ARRIVAL
1 9:20-9:35 Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
2 9:45-10:20 Asembly Asembly Asembly Asembly Asembly
3 10:30-11:05 Archery/Tomakawk
Electives
Field Trip
Archery Tag Climbing Wall
4 11:15-11:50 Go Karts Pond Sonshine Impact
5 12:00-12:35 Lunch Lunch Lunch/ Giving Tree Lunch
6 12:45-1:20
Pool Trip
Paintball Gallery
Pool Trip
Turbo Slide
7 1:30-2:05Group Photo/ Camp Store
Ninja Warrior Course/ Low Ropes
Adventure Team Challenge (odd), Electives (even)8 2:15-2:50 Forest Ranger Nerf Battle
9 3:00-3:20 Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif
3:20-3:40 BUS DEPARTURE
3:45-4:35 PARENT PICK-UP
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high adventure program(5th & 6th grade)summer programs • silver spring
Our High Adventure program provides a balance of structured activity time with relational group time to help campers build confidence, friendships, and independence. Our trained staff create an environment where campers can be themselves, hang out with friends, and interact with caring role models.
activitiesExamples of our extreme (but safe) activities1 include POOL TRIPS, PAINTBALL GAMES, ZIPLINE, TARZAN SWING, FIELD TRIPS (e.g. SixFlags America, Guppy Gultch, Skyzone, Laser
Tag), OVERNIGHTERS (see pp. 12–16 for latestay/overnighter details), and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $340/week
• 1 week: $390/week (Overnighter week)
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 All on grounds activity waivers are included in the general Parental consent.Information about any off grounds activity waivers will be provided.
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GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE high adventure (5 th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:35-9:15 ARRIVAL
1 9:20-9:35 Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
2 9:45-10:20 Launch Climbing Wall Cooking Off Road Go Karts
Field Trip
3 10:30-11:05 Archery/Tomahawk Turbo Slide Sonshine ImpactHigh Ropes/
Zipline (Even/Odd)4 11:15-11:50
Pool Trip
Pond Lunch
5 12:00-12:35 Lunch/Camp Store
Field Trip
Lunch/ Giving Tree
6 12:45-1:20
Electives Electives7 1:30-2:05
8 2:15-2:50
9 3:00-3:20 Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif
3:20-3:40 BUS DEPARTURE
3:45-4:35 PARENT PICK-UP
GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE high adventure (6 th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:35-9:15 ARRIVAL
1 9:20-9:35 Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
2 9:45-10:20 Launch
Activities by Choice
Field Trip
Activities by Choice
Field Trip
3 10:30-11:05 Pond
4 11:15-11:50
Pool Trip
Lunch
5 12:00-12:35
Field Trip
Lunch/ Giving Tree
6 12:45-1:20 Lunch/ Camp Store Sonshine Impact
7 1:30-2:05
Activities by Choice
Cooking
8 2:15-2:50 Turbo Slide
9 3:00-3:20 Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif
3:20-3:40 BUS DEPARTURE
3:45-4:35 PARENT PICK-UP
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teen adventure program(7th-9th grade)
summer programs • silver spring
Our award-winning1 Teen Adventure program is designed to help campers build character, de-velop positive social skills and practice responsibility. This program offers an “exclusive” teen feel where each day is filled with opportunities for teens to hang out with friends, participate in fun activities, and interact with caring counselors2.
activitiesExamples of our activities3 include POOL TRIPS, PAINTBALL GAMES, TARZAN SWING,
OVERNIGHTERS/FIELD TRIPS (see pp. 12–16 for latestay/overnighter details) and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $430/week (Overnighter weeks)
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 We’ve won several “Best Teen Camp” awards in the Silver Spring area.2 All of our staff (mostly college-aged students) hold a true commitment toupholding our Christian values. Our staff are excellent role models and know howto relate to teenagers; they desire to build meaningful relationships with teensand help them develop into mature young adults.3 All on grounds activity waivers are included in the general Parental consent.Information about any off grounds activity waivers will be provided.
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GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE teen adventure (7 th-9 th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:35-9:15 ARRIVAL
1 9:20-9:35 Morning ConnectMorning Connect/
Group PhotoMorning Connect
Morning Connect/ Giving Tree
Morning Connect
2 9:45-10:20Breafast & TA
Launch Silver Spring Electives
Field Trip
OVERNIGHTER
3 10:30-11:05
4 11:15-11:50
Field Trip
5 12:00-12:35
Pool Trip
6 12:45-1:20
7 1:30-2:05
8 2:15-2:50
9 3:00-3:20 Daily Debreif Daily Debreif Daily Debreif
3:20-3:40 BUS DEPARTURE
3:45-4:35 PARENT PICK-UP
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leader-in-training program(7th-10th grade)
summer programs • silver spring
The Leader-in-Training (LIT) Program1 equips teens with important leadership/life skills suchas: Teamwork, Responsibility, Communication, Problem Solving and Community Service (approved student service learning hours program). Participants can earn up to 35 SSL hours per week.
activitiesVital leadership skills are taught in a safe, fun and challenging group environment. Teens will get hands-on experience working with kids alongside trained counselors. LITs help maintain group countrol, create a safe environment for campers and assist in day-to-day activities. LITs
will also get to participate in one-on-one mentoring.
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details1)
TUITION COST:
• $285/week
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 Camp registration is required for entrance into the LIT program.To ensure campers get the full experience and benefit from the LIT program, werequire all campers to register for a minimum of two consecutive weeks. Campersalso need to attend the MANDATORY TRAINING SESSION (Date TBD).
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germantown
Camp Sonshine Germantown (GT) is a field trip-based pro-
gram that provides Campers with age-appropriate, outra-
geously fun activities. Located at Neelsville Presbyterian
Church, our GT location is off of Frederick Rd. Right in the
heart of Germantown, this location makes it especially
convenient for those living in theGermantown/Damascus/
Gaithersburg area.
CAMPGROUNDS:
NEELSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
20701 FREDERICK ROAD,
GERMANTOWN, MD, 20876
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discovery program(Pre kindergarten-kindergarten)
summer programs • germantown (GT)
Our Discovery (PK-K) program1 nurtures your child in a safe, small-group environment while creating new and exciting adventures that encourage their development. Our loving staff invest the time and attention your child needs. This program’s on-thego schedule leaves your child happily exhausted and ready for more!
activitiesExample activities include: WATER SLIDE, MOON BOUNCE, SPLASH PLAYGROUND,
LEGOS & BUILDING BLOCKS, THEME DAYS, LATESTAYS, FIELD TRIPS (e.g. Butler’s Orchard, Playseum, Bounce U) and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details1)
OPTIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES:
• Latestay: $25/latestay (see pp. 13–14 for latestay/overnighter details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $290/week
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 Children must be at least 4 years old and potty-trained by the start of the first week they attend. Campers are grouped by grade.
GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE GT discovery (pk-k) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
9:00-9:15 ARRIVAL
19:20-9:40
Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
29:40 - 10:20
Assembly AssemblyTravel to
Silver SpringAssembly Assembly
310:20-11:00
Moonbounce
Morning at the Park
10:30-11:05
Theme Day @ Silver Spring
Travel to Silver Spring
Discovery House411:00-11:40
STEM11:15-11:50
11:15-11:50
Moon-bounce/Ball Pit
511:40-12:20
Lunch12:00-12:35
12:00-12:35
Lunch
612:20-1:00
Splash Playground
Lunch12:45-1:20
Lunch12:45-1:20
Discovery Train
Lunch
71:00-1:40
Sonshine Impact1:30-2:05 Splash
Landing @ Silver Spring
1:30-2:05
Mini Zipline/ Playzone
Field Trip8
1:40-2:20
Crafts2:05-2:20
2:05-2:20
Bathroom Break &
Load Buses
92:20-3:00
Aqua ZoneTravel to
GermantownTravel to
Germantown
3:00 - 3:30
Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief
3:30-4:10 DEPARTURE
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explorer program(1st & 2nd grade)
summer programs • GERMANTOWN (GT)
Our Explorer (1st & 2nd graders) program1 nurtures your child in a safe, small-group envi-ronment while creating new and exciting adventures that encourage their development. Our loving staff invest the time and attention your child needs. This program’s on-the-go schedule leaves your child happily exhausted and ready for more!
activitiesExample activities include POOL TRIPS, WATER SLIDE, ARCHERY, LATESTAYS, FIELD TRIPS
(e.g. Port Discovery, Cunningham Falls, National Zoo) and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)
OPTIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES:
• Latestay: $25/latestay (see pp. 13–14 for latestay/overnighter details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $320/week
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 Campers are grouped by grade. In 1st and 2nd grade, campers are also grouped by gender.
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GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE GT explorer (1 st & 2nd) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
9:00-9:15 ARRIVAL
19:20-9:40
Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
29:40 - 10:20
Assembly AssemblyTravel to
Silver SpringAssembly Assembly
310:20-11:00
Group Time Moonbounce10:30-11:05
Pond (Even),
Turbo Slide (Odd) Electives
Field Trip
411:00-11:40
Aqua ZoneSonshine Group
Time11:15-11:50
Go Karts
511:40-12:20
Crafts (Girls) Fort Building (Boys)
Lunch12:00-12:35
Eco Explo-ration
Lunch
612:20-1:00
Lunch
Pool Trip
12:45-1:20
Lunch
Pool Trip
71:00-1:40 Rotations @ GTO
(Outdoor Cooking, Wilderness Ranger, Archery, Gaga Ball,
Nature)
1:30-2:05
Forest Ranger
81:40-2:20
2:05-2:20
Bathroom Break &
Load Buses
92:20-3:00
Travel to Germantown
3:00 - 3:30
Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief
3:30-4:10 DEPARTURE
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adventure program(3RD & 4TH grade)
summer programs • GERMANTOWN (GT)
There is never a dull moment once Adventure camp begins! Our jam-packed program1 has your child running, dancing, laughing, and most importantly, growing! The energized counsel-ors and fun-blasted activities combine to strengthen confidence and develop skills in every camper.
activitiesExample activities include POOL TRIPS, BUILDING FORTS, OVERNIGHTERS,
FIELD TRIPS (e.g. Laser Tag, Splashdown Water Park, Climb Zone) and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)
OPTIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES:
• Overnighter: $40/overnighter (see pp. 13–14 for latestay/overnighter details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $330/week
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 Campers are grouped by grade and gender.
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GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE GT adventure (3 rd & 4th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
9:00-9:15 ARRIVAL
19:20-9:40
Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
29:40 - 10:20
Assembly AssemblyTravel to
Silver SpringAssembly Assembly
310:20-11:00
Aqua ZoneSonshine Group
Time10:30-11:05
Go KartsRotations @ GTO
(Cooking, Fort Building, Go Karts,
Archery)
Field Trip
411:00-11:40
Sports
Electives
11:15-11:50
Archery Tag
511:40-12:20
Group Time12:00-12:35
Low Ropes
612:20-1:00
Lunch Lunch12:45-1:20
Lunch Lunch
71:00-1:40
Adventure Program Time
Pool Trip
1:30-2:05
Pond (Odd)/
Turbo Slide (Even)
Pool Trip8
1:40-2:20
2:05-2:20
Bathroom Break &
Load Buses
92:20-3:00
Travel to Germantown
3:00 - 3:30
Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief
3:30-4:10 DEPARTURE
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high adventure program(5th & 6th grade)
summer programs • GERMANTOWN (GT)
Our High Adventure program provides a balance of structured activity time with relational group time to help campers build confidence, friendships, and independence. Our trained staff create an environment where campers1 can be themselves, hang out with friends, and interact with caring role models.
activitiesExamples of our extreme (but safe) activities2 include POOL TRIPS, GO KARTS,
OUTDOOR COOKING, DODGEBALL, OVERNIGHTERS, FIELD TRIPS (e.g. Laser Tag,Sky Zone, Guppy Gultch, SixFlags America) and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $340
• 1 week (Overnighters): $390
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 Campers are grouped by grade. In 1st and 2nd grade, campers are alsogrouped by gender.2 All on grounds activity waivers are included in the general Parental consent.Information about any off grounds activity waivers will be provided.
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GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE GT high adventure (5 th & 6 th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
9:00-9:15 ARRIVAL
19:20-9:40
Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
29:40 - 10:20 Breakfast &
HA Launch
Field Trip
Sonshine Group Time
Travel to Silver Spring
Field Trip
310:20-11:00 Electives
@ Neelsville
10:30-11:05
Electives @ Silver Spring
411:00-11:40
Travel Time11:15-11:50
511:40-12:20
Program Time
Lunch12:00-12:35
612:20-1:00
Pool Trip
Lunch/ Travel to Germantown
71:00-1:40
Electives @ GTO81:40-2:20
92:20-3:00
Travel Time
3:00 - 3:30
Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief End of Week Debrief
3:30-4:10 DEPARTURE
GT HA - Silver Spring Electives
Thursday Period:
Option 1: Option 2: Option 3:
10:30-11:05
Pond Camp Store Climbing Wall
11:15-11:50
Pond Tarzan Swing Archery Tag
12:00-12:35
Camp Store Tarzan Swing Archery Tag
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teen adventure program(7th-9th grade)
summer programs • GERMANTOWN (GT)
Our Teen Adventure program is designed to help campers build character, develop positive social skills and practice responsibility. This program offers an “exclusive” teen feel where each day is filled with opportunities for teens to hang out with friends, participate in fun activities, and interact with caring counselors1.
activitiesExamples of our activities2 include POOL TRIPS, DODGEBALL, COOKING, OVERNIGHTERS*/
FIELD TRIPS (e.g. D.C. Scavenger Hunt, Rock Climbing) and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $430/week (Overnighter weeks)
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 All of our staff (mostly college-aged students) hold a true commitment toupholding our Christian values. Our staff are excellent role models and know howto relate to teenagers; they desire to build meaningful relationships with teensand help them develop into mature young adults.2 All on grounds activity waivers are included in the general Parental consent.Information about any off grounds activity waivers will be provided.
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GROUP SCHEDULE: SAMPLE GT teen adventure (7 th-9 th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
9:00-9:15 ARRIVAL
1 9:20-9:40 Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
2 9:40 - 10:20
Breakfast & TA Launch
Field Trip
Hang Timeat GTO
OVERNIGHTER
3 10:20-11:00
4 11:00-11:4
5 11:40-12:20 Lunch Lunch
6 12:20-1:00
Field Trip Pool Trip
7 1:00-1:40
8 1:40-2:20
9 2:20-3:00
3:00 - 3:30 Daily Debrief Daily DebriefDaily Debrief/
Sonshine Group Time
3:30-4:10 DEPARTURE
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leader in training program(7th-10th grade)
summer programs • GERMANTOWN
The Leader in Training (L.I.T.) Program1 equips teens with important leadership/life skills such as: Teamwork, Responsibility, Communication, Problem Solving and Community Service (approved student service learning hours program). Participants can earn up to 35 SSL hours per week.
activitiesVital leadership skills are taught in a safe, fun and challenging group environment. Teens willget hands-on experience working with kids alongside trained counselors. L.I.T.s help maintain
group countrol, create a safe environment for campers and assist in day-to-day activities.L.I.T.s will also get to participate in one-on-one mentoring.
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details1)
TUITION COST:
• $285/week
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 Camp registration is required for entrance into the L.I.T. program.To ensure campers get the full experience and benefit from the L.I.T. program, werequire all campers to register for a minimum of two consecutive weeks. Campersalso need to attend the MANDATORY TRAINING SESSION (Date TBD).
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specialty
Our Specialty Camps are designed to encourage campers
to explore and develop their talents and interests during the
summer! There will be four different specialized programs:
S.T.E.M., Coding, Arts, and Wilderness. All of our Specialty
camps will be located on the grounds of our satellite loca-
tion—Bethel World Outreach Ministries International (BWOMI)
in Olney, MD.
CAMPGROUNDS:
16227 BATCHELLORS FOREST RD,
OLNEY, MD, 20832
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wilderness: explorations(1st-4th grade)
summer programs • wilderness adventure specialty camp (wasc)
PROGRAM FOCUS:
This specialty camp—designed to challenge campers both emotionally and physically — combines some of our traditional camp activities with a focus on nature and the outdoors. Our young explorers will have many opportunities to satisfy their curiosity, problem-solve, build confidene, and be creative.
activitiesExamples of our activities1 include FORT BUILDING, OUTDOOR COOKING, HIKING,
OUTDOOR SURVIVAL SKILLS, SHOOTING GALLERY, ROPES, POOL TRIPS, FIELD TRIPS OVERNIGHTERS, and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)
OPTIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES:
• Overnighter: $40/overnighter2 (see pp. 13–14 for latestay/overnighter details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $330/week• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 All on grounds activity waivers are included in the general Parental consent.Information about any off grounds activity waivers will be provided.2 Available to only 3rd & 4th Grade
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GROUP SCHEDULE: wasc boys & girls (1 st-4th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:45-9:35 ARRIVAL
19:40-9:55
WASC Launch Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
210:00-10:15
Morning Connect9:45-10:20
Travel to SS
Skill of the Week
Field Trip
Sonshine Impact Group Time
310:20-10:50
Skill of the Week
10:30-11:05
Slingshot Gallery
Outdoor Cooking
410:55-11:25
11:15-11:50
Turbo Slide
511:30-12:10
12:00-12:35
Pond Lunch Lunch
612:15-12:45
Lunch12:45-1:20
Lunch
Pool Trip
Climbing Wall
712:50-1:20
Shooting Gallery
1:30-2:05
Group Photo/ Camp Store
Electives
81:25-1:55 2:15-
2:50Travel to Bethel
92:00-2:30
Go Karts Skills Challenge
102:35-2:55
Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief
3:00-3:10 BUS DEPARTURE
3:20-4:25 PARENT PICK-UP
ACTIVITY KEY
= MESSY ACTIVITY (Bring a change of clothes)
= WATER ACTIVITY (Bring a bathing suit and towel)
= FOOD ACTIVITY
= MONEY OPTIONAL (Campers can, but do not have to, bring money for the Snack Shack or Camp Store)
= MESSY/WATER ACTIVITY (It is possible for water and/or messy activities to be scheduled during this time)
= MESSY/WATER ACTIVITY/MONEY OPTIONAL (It is possible for water and/or messy activities to be scheduled during this time)
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wilderness: expeditions(5th & 6th grade)
summer programs • wilderness adventure specialty camp (wasc)
PROGRAM FOCUS:
This specialty camp—designed to challenge campers both emotionally and physically — combines some of our traditional camp activities with a focus on nature and the outdoors. Our young adven-turers, if they answer the call of the wild, will experience an adventure in every activity, field trip, and overnighter we have prepared. This program is all about building on the foundations we lay in our
Explorations program.
activitiesExamples of our activities1 include FORT BUILDING, OUTDOOR COOKING, HIKING,
OUTDOOR SURVIVAL SKILLS, SHOOTING GALLERY, ROPES, POOL TRIPS, FIELD TRIPS OVERNIGHTERS, and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)
OPTIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES:
• Overnighter: $40/overnighter (see pp. 13–14 for latestay/overnighter details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $340/week• 1 week: $390/week (Overnighter week)
• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 All on grounds activity waivers are included in the general Parental consent.
Information about any off grounds activity waivers will be provided.
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ACTIVITY KEY
= MESSY ACTIVITY (Bring a change of clothes)
= WATER ACTIVITY (Bring a bathing suit and towel)
= FOOD ACTIVITY
= MONEY OPTIONAL (Campers can, but do not have to, bring money for the Snack Shack or Camp Store)
= MESSY/WATER ACTIVITY (It is possible for water and/or messy activities to be scheduled during this time)
= MESSY/WATER ACTIVITY/MONEY OPTIONAL (It is possible for water and/or messy activities to be scheduled during this time)
GROUP SCHEDULE: wasc boys & girls (5 th-6 th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:45-9:35 ARRIVAL
19:40-9:55 WASC Launch/
Morning Connect
Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
210:00-10:15
Skill of the Week Skill of the Week
Field Trip Field Trip
310:20-10:50
10:30-11:05
Travel to SS
410:55-11:25
11:15-11:50
Pond
Outdoor Cooking Electives
511:30-12:10
12:00-12:35
Group Photo/Camp Store/ Lunch
612:15-12:45
12:45-1:20
Tarzan Swing (odd),
Zipline (even) Shooting Gallery
Pool Trip712:50-1:20
1:30-2:05
Forest Ranger
81:25-1:55 2:15-
2:50Travel to Bethel
Go Karts
92:00-2:30
Sonshine Impact Group Time
102:35-2:55
Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief
3:00-3:10 BUS DEPARTURE
3:20-4:25 PARENT PICK-UP
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arts(1st-6th grade)
summer programs • specialty camps
PROGRAM FOCUS:
Campers will create and experience a wide range of arts through our Arts specialty camp. Camp staff will bring quality programming and legendary service over the course of eight weeks!
core areas of exploration• General Arts (Painting, Drawing, Sculpting)
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $340/week• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
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GROUP SCHEDULE: arts boys & girls (1 st-6 th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:45-9:35 ARRIVAL
19:40-9:55
Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
210:00-10:15
Arts program
Field Trip & Arts Program
Assembly
Arts Program
Assembly
310:20-10:50
Arts program Arts Program
410:55-11:25
511:30-12:10
Lunch/ Leave for SS Lunch Lunch Lunch/ Spiritual Impact
Group Time612:15-12:45
12:45-1:20
Silver Spring Main Camp
Electives Pool Trip
Arts Program
712:50-1:20
1:30-2:05
Arts Program81:25-1:55 2:15-
2:50
Off-Road Go Karts (odd) Shooting Gallery (even)
92:00-2:30
Depart to Bethel
Turbo Slide (odd) Climbing Wall (even)
102:35-2:55
Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief
3:00-3:10 BUS DEPARTURE
3:20-4:25 PARENT PICK-UP
SPECIALTY ARTS - Silver Spring Electives
Grade: Option 1: Option 2:
1st - 4th
Forest ranger Pond
Eco Explorations 2 Slingshot Gallery
Slingshot Gallery/ Group Photo
Camp store/ Group Photo
5th - 6th
Tarzan Swing (odd), Zipline (even)
Pond
Camp Store/Group photo
ACTIVITY KEY
= MESSY ACTIVITY (Bring a change of clothes)
= WATER ACTIVITY (Bring a bathing suit and towel)
= FOOD ACTIVITY
= MONEY OPTIONAL (Campers can, but do not have to, bring money for the Snack Shack or Camp Store)
= MESSY/WATER ACTIVITY (It is possible for water and/or messy activities to be scheduled during this time)
= MESSY/WATER ACTIVITY/MONEY OPTIONAL (It is possible for water and/or messy activities to be scheduled during this time)
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S.T.E.M. Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics
(1st-6th grade)summer programs • specialty camps
PROGRAM FOCUS:In our S.T.E.M. specialty camp1, we offer an engaging program where campers experience artistic, mathematical, and architectural design in a fun and educational way! Campers will explore the basic
concepts of physics and innovate under our trained and experienced instructors.
activitiesExamples of our activities include ROCKETRY, RC CARS, DRONES,
3D PRINTING, SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS, LEGO ENGINEERING, and much more!
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $340/week• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
1 Available weeks 1–9 (TENTATIVE)
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GROUP SCHEDULE: STEM boys & girls (1 st-6 th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:45-9:35 ARRIVAL
19:40-9:55
Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
210:00-10:15
STEM programLunch/ Leave for SS
STEM program
Assembly
Field Trip & STEM Program
Assembly
310:20-10:50
STEM program STEM program
410:55-11:25
511:30-12:10
Lunch LunchLunch/ Spiritual
Impact Group Time6
12:15-12:45
12:45-1:20
Silver Spring Main Camp
Electives
STEM Program
Pool
712:50-1:20
1:30-2:05
STEM Program81:25-1:55 2:15-
2:50
Off-Road Go Karts (odd)
Shooting Gallery (even)
92:00-2:30
Depart to Bethel
Turbo Slide (odd) Climbing Wall (even)
102:35-2:55
Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief
3:00-3:10 BUS DEPARTURE
3:20-4:25 PARENT PICK-UP
SPECIALTY ARTS - Silver Spring Electives
Grade: Option 1: Option 2:
1st - 4th
Forest ranger Pond
Eco Explorations 2 Slingshot Gallery
Slingshot Gallery/ Group Photo
Camp store/ Group Photo
5th - 6th
Tarzan Swing (odd), Zipline (even)
Pond
Camp Store/Group photo
ACTIVITY KEY
= MESSY ACTIVITY (Bring a change of clothes)
= WATER ACTIVITY (Bring a bathing suit and towel)
= FOOD ACTIVITY
= MONEY OPTIONAL (Campers can, but do not have to, bring money for the Snack Shack or Camp Store)
= MESSY/WATER ACTIVITY (It is possible for water and/or messy activities to be scheduled during this time)
= MESSY/WATER ACTIVITY/MONEY OPTIONAL (It is possible for water and/or messy activities to be scheduled during this time)
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coding(3rd-8th grade)
summer programs • specialty camps
PROGRAM FOCUS:Partnering with Code Kingdoms, campers will learn about building and coding concepts.
Whether you are a beginner coder or an expert, this program will be a fun way to improve your skills!
activities
Roblox (LUA CODE) & Minecraft (JAVASCRIPT) building video game designing.
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Transportation (see p. 11 for details)• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)
TUITION COST:
• 1 week: $340/week• 2+ weeks: save $25 per week
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GROUP SCHEDULE: CODING boys & girls (3 rd-8th) 2020
period TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:45-9:35 ARRIVAL
19:40-9:55
Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect Morning Connect
210:00-10:15
Coding ProgramsCoding Programs
Assembly
Field Trip & Coding Programs
Assembly
310:20-10:50
Coding Programs Coding Programs
410:55-11:25
511:30-12:10
Lunch Lunch LunchLunch/ Spiritual
Impact Group Time6
12:15-12:45
12:45-1:20
Silver Spring Main Camp
Electives
STEM Program
Pool
712:50-1:20
1:30-2:05
Coding Programs81:25-1:55 2:15-
2:50
Off-Road Go Karts (odd)
Shooting Gallery (even)
92:00-2:30
Depart to Bethel
Turbo Slide (odd) Climbing Wall (even)
102:35-2:55
Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief Daily Debrief
3:00-3:10 BUS DEPARTURE
3:20-4:25 PARENT PICK-UP
SPECIALTY ARTS - Silver Spring Electives
Grade: Option 1: Option 2:
1st - 4th
Forest ranger Pond
Eco Explorations 2 Slingshot Gallery
Slingshot Gallery/ Group Photo
Camp store/ Group Photo
5th - 6th
Tarzan Swing (odd), Zipline (even)
Pond
Camp Store/Group photo
ACTIVITY KEY
= MESSY ACTIVITY (Bring a change of clothes)
= WATER ACTIVITY (Bring a bathing suit and towel)
= FOOD ACTIVITY
= MONEY OPTIONAL (Campers can, but do not have to, bring money for the Snack Shack or Camp Store)
= MESSY/WATER ACTIVITY (It is possible for water and/or messy activities to be scheduled during this time)
= MESSY/WATER ACTIVITY/MONEY OPTIONAL (It is possible for water and/or messy activities to be scheduled during this time)
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extendedseasoncamps
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SPRING BREAK CAMP(APRIL 6TH–10TH)
extended season • silver spring
Jump on board with our exciting, fun-packed, five (5) one-day events from 9 AM to 4:15 PM (we provide Extended Care and Transportation convenience options for an additional fee). You can sign up for any combination and any number of days. No matter which day(s) your child attends, you can be sure that they’ll receive the kind of high-quality program you’ve come to expect from Camp Sonshine. Eager for a full week of camp memories? We offer special prices if you register for all five days!
Note: There is limited space, so please register early! If any program becomes full, a waiting list will be maintained thereafter. In the middle of March, registered families will be sent an email explaining important details.
GRADES K-4Activities may include go-karts, archery, assembly, jump zone, bowling,
park trips and so much more!
GRADES 5-6Activities may include go-karts, archery, and each day will include trips
such as bowling, laser tag and more.
GRADES 7-9Activities may include day trip excursions/field trips.
Here are a few field trips we’ve had in the past: paintball, Sky Zone, Downtown Annapolis, Players Amusement Center and many more.
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS:
• Extended Care (see p. 11 for details)• Transportation (see p. 11 for details1)
TUITION COST:
See Spring Break section on p. 17 for tuition details.
Please see p. 15 for our payment/cancellation policy.)
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W W W. C A M P S O N S H I N E . O R G
16819 New Hampshire AvenueSilver Spring, Maryland 20905
PROGRAM GUIDECA MP 2020
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