2013 Summer Camp Guide - Lowcountry Parent

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Camp DirectoryOvernight camps ................................... 3-4

Day camps: Arts, food & music ............. 4-9

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Day camps: Sports .............................. 20-23

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2013 Summer Camp Guide

“Summer camp.” The words conjure visions of khaki-clad kids hanging out in cabins, paddling canoes and roasting marshmallows somewhere up in the mountains.

That’s how it’s done in the movies, at any rate.There are, in fact, plenty of residential summer camps that fit that

mold. But for many Lowcountry parents, “summer camp” has taken on an entirely different meaning. They don’t ship their kids out for weeks at a time; they shuttle them back and forth every day to local day camps.

These camps — hosted at schools, colleges, county parks and pri-vate businesses — have evolved beyond capture-the-flag and chasing lightning bugs. These days, Lowcountry kids can spend their sum-mer days tinkering on robots, editing digital videos and mastering everything from French baking to stand-up paddleboarding.

Choosing a camp from the hundreds of local options available can be an intimidating and time-consuming process for parents. To help you cope, we’ve gathered, edited, condensed and organized hun-dreds of day camps into one listing.

We’ve split them into four categories: • Arts/music/food• Education/science• General/adventure• SportsThe listings were submitted to us by camp operators. Submissions

were edited and condensed for space and content.

Cover Kids Photo Shoot & Spring Forward ExpoJoin us noon-4 p.m. March 16 for an afternoon of fun and discovery at Citadel Mall. We will be taking photographs of moms and kids who register as potential cover

models for Lowcountry Parent magazine. To sign up, visit lowcountryparent.com and click on “Be a Cover Kid!” We will register walk-ups at the event, as well.

The Cover Kids shoot will be part of the Spring Forward Expo, produced by Lowcountry Parent and The Post and Courier. Exhibitors will offer informa-tion on summer camps, higher education and other important topics.

Expo visitors will enjoy an appearance by the Easter Bunny and get a chance to take their turn grabbing real dollar bills inside the “Buck Truck.”

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EducationCamp Highlander42 Dalton Road, Mills River, NC 28759828-891-7721camphighlander.comJune-August, Coed, 6-16$2,800Experience a magical summer at Camp Highlander, a summer camp for girls and boys, located in Mills River, North Carolina. Year after year, girls and boys from all over the country come to the beautiful mountains of Camp Highlander.

Lutheridge 2049 Upper Laurel Dr., Arden, NC 28704828-684-2361llmi.net/youth/summer-gateway.aspxJune-August, Coed, 6-19 $450Christian community, highly trained college-aged counselors, ACA Accredited camp near Asheville, North Carolina. Week-long programs over nine weeks. Specialized programs offered in music/drama and outdoor adventure.

General Interest4-H Summer Camp8001 M.W. Rickenbaker Road, Summerton, SC 29148864-878-1041ylicamps.comCoed, 8-14$440Archery, paintball, tubing, canoeing and adventure!

4-H Summer Camp - Mini-Camp8001 M.W. Rickenbaker Road, Summerton, SC 29148864-878-1041ylicamps.comJuly-August, Coed, 7-9$310Swimming, archery, canoeing, tubing and more.

Bethel Christian Camp750 Boy Scout Road, Gaston, SC 29053803-926-5511bethelchristiancamp.orgJune-August, Coed, 6-17$253Overnight Christian camp with safe, fun activities.

Camp CrestridgePO Box 279, Ridgecrest, NC 28770800-968-1630ridgecrestcamps.comJune-August, Female, 7-16$1,650Individual attention, safety, Christian, adventure.

Camp St. Christopher 2810 Seabrook Island Road, Johns Island, SC 29455stchristopher.orgJune 3-Aug. 9, Coed, 6-18$216-$513We are an overnight Christian summer camp located on Seabrook Island. Come spend time in worship, Bible study and enjoying kayaking, sailing, archery, climbing wall, low ropes course and more. Check out our new Adventure Camps for middle and high school students!

Camp Hannon Adventures Excursions391 Moorefield Memorial Highway, Sunset, SC 29685

864-878-1041ylicamps.comJune-July, Coed, 10-15$535Rock climbing, rappelling, rafting, hiking and biking Camp Hannon Adventures Expeditions391 Moorefield Memorial Highway, Sunset, SC 29685864-878-1041ylicamps.comJuly-August, Coed, 12-17$780Hike, bike, canoe more than 30 miles (primitive camping)

Camp KanugaPO Box 250, Hendersonville, NC 28793828-692-9136campkanuga.orgJune-August, Coed, 7-17$935Camp Kanuga is a traditional summer camp where boys and girls ages 7-15 can unplug, connect with nature, form lifelong friendships and build self-confidence in a positive Christian community. Activities include climbing, archery, swimming, music and more. Camp Quest South Carolina82 Camp Long Road, Aiken, SC 29805843-291-8248campquestsc.orgJuly-August, Coed, 8-17$525Camp Quest provides an educational adventure shaped by fun, friends and free thought for children from atheist, humanist, agnostic, and other free-thinking families. Camp Quest offers traditional summer camp activities along with those featuring science, critical thinking and humanist values.

Camp RidgecrestPO Box 279, Ridgecrest, NC 28770800-968-1630ridgecrestcamps.comJune-August, Male, 7-16$1,650Individual attention, safety, Christian, adventure.

Camp Sewee7407 Doar Road, Awendaw, SC 29429864-878-1041ylicamps.comJune-August, Coed, 8-16$535Explore marine science, crabbing and the salt marsh. Camp Voyager698 Concord Church Road, Pickens, SC 29671864-878-1041ylicamps.comCoed, 10-14$500Technology + Adventure = Summer of Fun

Camp WayfarerPO Box 850, Flat Rock, NC 28731828-696-9000campwayfarer.comJune-July, Coed, 5-16 $1,800Camp Wayfarer offers an opportunity for campers to grow based on a firm foundation of spiritual, physical, mental and social development. Archery, backpacking, Bible study, canoeing, drama, fencing, field hockey,

horseback riding and more.

Camp Wildlife Advanced 647 Hemmingway Lane, Georgetown, SC 29440864-878-1041ylicamps.comJune-July, Coed, 12-14$5953D archery, sporting clays, riflery and hunter education. Camp Wildlife Mini-Camp8001 M.W. Rickenbaker Road, Summerton, SC 29148864-878-1041ylicamps.comJuly, Coed, 7-9$330Sporting clays, archery, BB guns and more

Camp Wildlife Standard8001 M.W. Rickenbaker Road, Summerton, SC 29148864-878-1041ylicamps.comJune-August, Coed, 8-14$465Sporting clays, archery, ATVs and more.

Choose Your Own Adventure8001 M.W. Rickenbaker Road, Summerton, SC 29148864-878-1041ylicamps.comJuly-August, Coed, 8-14$975Two weeks of camps (4-H/Wildlife/Sewee) equals twice the fun!

CSU Summer Music Camp9200 University Blvd., Charleston, SC 29423843-862-7967charlestonsouthern.edu/musiccampJune 10-18, Coed, Grades 5-12$320Campers elect Senior, Junior, or Beginner Band; Senior or Junior Chorus, or Piano Camp. A nonstop mix of ensemble, master class, private lessons, recreation and social activities. Friday evening concerts feature performances by all campers. Fox Pointe Farm Summer Equestrian Camp5205 Wildlife Ridge Trail, Quinton,VA 23141804-932-8710foxpointefarmva.comJuly-August, Female, 9-17For junior riders of any riding level who wish to improve their skills, strength, confidence and riding foundation. Our summer programs offer close personal attention in a small group setting.

Fundamentals of Baseball Father/Son Camp171 Moultrie St., Charleston, SC 29409843-953-7265citadelsports.comJune 5-14, Male$375The Citadel Baseball staff will hold its annual Father/Son Camp on campus of The Citadel. Come have a fun-filled getaway weekend with your son and learn some baseball.

Lutherock84 Camp Luther Rd., Newland, NC 28657828-684-2361llmi.net/youth/summer-gateway.aspxJune-August, Coed, 8-19$450Christian community, highly trained college-aged counselors, ACA -accredited camp near Boone, North Carolina. Week-long programs over eight weeks. Specialized outdoor adventure programs with rafting, rock climbing, caving and more.

Ralph Lundy Soccer Academy3134 Ball Court, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-478-021ralphlundy.comJune-July, Coed, 9-18$525A challenging, competitive and fun soccer academy.

SportsCamp Cedar CliffPO Box 9036, Asheville, NC 28815828-450-3331campcedarcliff.orgCoed, 8-17$720A summer adventure that lasts an eternity. Bible study, horseback riding, climbing wall, hiking, ropes courses, swimming, double zip line, archery and more.

Camp Ton-A-Wandah300 W Ton A Wondah Road, Hendersonville, NC 28739800-322-0178camptonawandah.comJune-August, Female, 5-15$3,400A private summer camp for girls in the mountains of western North Carolina, emphasizing character, community, sportsmanship, work and fun.

CCPRC Teen Venture Camp – Whitewater Kayak861 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 294128437954386ccprc.comJune, Coed, 13-16$325Part of a month-long series of 5-day adventures in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina that allows campers to experience a different activity each week and learn positive outdoor ethics.

CCPRC Teen Venture Camp – Mountain Bike861 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412843-795-4386ccprc.comJuly 8-12, Coed, 13-16$325Part of a monthlong series of 5-day adventures in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina that allows campers to experience a different activity each week and learn positive outdoor ethics.

CCPRC Teen Venture Camp – Stand Up Paddleboard861 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412843-795-4386ccprc.comJuly 15-19, Coed, 13-16$325Part of a month-long series of 5-day adventures in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina that allows campers to experience a different activity each week and learn positive outdoor ethics.

CCPRC Teen Venture Camp – Rock Climb Camp861 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412843-795-4386ccprc.comJuly 29-Aug. 2, Coed, 13-16$325Part of a monthlong series of 5-day adventures in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina that allows campers to experience a different activity each week and learn positive outdoor ethics.

College of Charleston Volleyball Camp66 George St., Charleston, SC 29424843-953-8246

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cougarvolleyballcamp.comJuly, Female, 12-18$350Volleyball camp will work on all skills and get as advanced as possible based on skill level.

Funtastic Tumbling/Trampoline Camp9549 Hamburg Road, Ladson, SC 29456843-875-5489June and July, Coed, 5-18$100A funtastic camp for an aspiring tumbler! We teach the basics: cartwheels, round offs, bridges, and bridge kickovers. For those past the basics, we also work on back handsprings, back tucks and so much more!

Nike Tennis Charleston 80 A St. Phillips St., Charleston, SC 29403800-645-3226ussportscamps.comJuly 14-19, Coed, 7-18 $695This fun summer camp provides each camper with new tennis skills and the inspiration and self confidence to continue improving. Soccer, Elite Girls Residential Camp1309 Carol Oaks Dr., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29466843-513-5397charlestonsocceracademy.comJune-July, Female, 13-18$525 Our Elite Girls Residential Camp is structured for the female soccer player who is serious about playing college soccer. Campers will be coached by the current College of Charleston staff and other college and high school coaches.

Science/NatureAsbury Hills Camp and Retreat Center150 Asbury Drive, Cleveland, SC 29635864-458-2071asburyhills.orgJune-August, Coed, 7-19$435Asbury Hills is all about fun, faith and fellowship. Campers form close bonds with their cabin mates and counselors while having a blast doing activities including ziplining, canoeing, rock wall climbing, archery and hiking through God’s amazing creation.

Camp Cedar CliffPO Box 9036, Asheville, NC 28815828-450-3331campcedarcliff.orgJune-July, Coed, 7-18$720Awesome outdoor activities including high ropes courses, swimming, archery, zip line, whitewater rafting, trail rides, climbing wall and more. Bible studies in small and large groups. One, two, and half-week sessions available.

Camp Chosatonga2500 Morgan Mill Road, Brevard, NC 28712828-884-6834twofuncamps.comJune-August, Male, 8-18$4,090Learn new skills, meet new friends and have fun in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. Led by wonderful staff, our activities include white-water paddling, rock climbing, backpacking, caving, swimming and more.

Camps Chosatonga2500 Morgan Mill Road, Brevard, NC 28712828-884-6834

twofuncamps.comJune-AugustFemale, 7-18$4,090Learn new skills, meet new friends and have fun in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. Led by wonderful staff, our activities include white-water paddling, rock climbing, backpacking, caving, swimming and more.

Camp Crestridge for GirlsPO Box 279, Ridgecrest, NC 28770800-968-1630ridgecrestcamps.comFemale, 7-17$1,600Ridgecrest Summer Camps – Impacting lives for God’s glory through discipleship and adventure. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, our camps are designed for individual attention, maximum fun, and the safety of each child.

Camps Kahdalea2500 Morgan Mill Road, Brevard, NC 28712828-884-6834twofuncamps.comJune-August, Female, 7-18$4,090Learn new skills, meet new friends and have fun in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. Our activities include white-water paddling, rock climbing, backpacking, caving, swimming, drama, dance, gymnastics, horseback riding and more.

Camp Pinnacle1 Wolfe Lake Drive, Hendersonville, NC 28739855-378-1928CampPinnacle.comJune-August, Coed, 8-14$2,750In just two weeks each camper can raft, climb, hike, and explore the mountains of North Carolina. Kids will build a lifetime love of the outdoors and outdoor activities. Camp Pinnacle emphasizes impressive role models and focuses on building confidence, communication, collaboration, and creativity.

Camp Ridgecrest for BoysPO Box 279, Ridgecrest, NC 28770800-968-1630ridgecrestcamps.comJune-August, Male, 7-17$1,600Ridgecrest Summer Camps-Impacting lives for God’s glory through discipleship and adventure. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of NC, our camps are designed for individual attention, maximum fun, and the safety of each child.

Costa Rica Child-Parent Edu-Adventure4168 Vanderhorst Circle, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-849-8367edu-adventuressc.wikispaces.com/June-July, Coed, 11-16$2,895Experience the natural wonders of Costa Rica!

Green River Preserve301 Green River Preserve, Cedar Mt., NC 28718828-698-8828greenriverpreserve.orgJune-August, Coed, 7-18$1,250Green River Preserve is a co-ed summer camp connecting children to nature. Located on a 3,400-acre wildlife preserve in the North Carolina mountains, Green River offers one-, two- and three-week camp sessions for rising second-ninth graders and expedition trips for rising ninth-graders-college freshmen.

Teen Wilderness Adventure Camp1900 Iron Swamp Road, Awendaw and McClellanville SC 29429843-568-3222KayakCharlestonsc.comJuly-August, Coed, 13-16$495Francis Marion National Forest and Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge overnight expedition camp. Awendaw and McClellanville, July 28-Aug. 2 Only $495 per camper, includes food during the expedition.

YMCA Camp Winona898 Camp Winona Road, Deleon Springs, FL 32130386-985-4544campwinona.orgJune-July, Coed, 7-17$530At the Y, we believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. Our Resident Camp provides an exciting, safe community for young people to explore the outdoors, build self-esteem, develop interpersonal skills.

Theater/ArtsCharleston Summer Music66 George Street, Charleston, SC 29424843-805-7794charlestonsummermusic.orgJune 16-23, Coed, 8-18$1,150Strings, guitar and piano programs for young students. A compelling and fun program, offered by faculty of the College of Charleston, Music Department, and members of the Charleston Symphony Orchestra, includes up to four hours of practice daily, string and chamber music ensembles, and evening concerts.

Summer In The City60 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York City, NY, 10023843-814-4451SummerInNYC.orgJune, Coed, 14–18$3,600Now in its ninth successful year, “Summer in the City” is a monthlong performing arts summer camp in New York City where the participants reside at The Juilliard School and work with world-class artists, teachers, casting directors and agents. Private lessons are alternated with a variety of group seminars, workshops, and activities. Participants also attend performances on Broadway, at the New York Philharmonic, American Ballet Theatre, and Off Broadway.

Arts, Food & Music4 Cats Arts Studio1113 Market Center Blvd., Unit D, Mount Pleasant, SC 29455843-416-85094cats.com/mtpleasantJune-August, 2 to 15, Coed$1654 Cats kids create imaginative works using professional quality art materials. Kids get to work in a variety of mediums, taking inspiration from the works of famous artists such as Van Gogh, Warhol, Klimt, Matisse, and much more.

Academy of Dance Arts “GLEE”ful Camp1510 U.S. Highway 17N, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2983

academyofdanceartsmtpleasant.comJune-August, 7 to 11, Coed$150Just like the popular TV show, your child will sing and dance favorite songs. End-of-week performance. Snacks provided.

Academy of Dance Arts Music Art and Movement Camp1510 U.S. Highway 17N, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2983academyofdanceartsmtpleasant.com11:30 AMJune-July, 3 to 6, Coed$115Academy of Dance Arts offers its ever-popular camp. Each day your child will experience all 3 art forms. Snacks provided.

African Drum & Dance Camp1530 7th St., North Charleston, SC 29405843-740-5854northcharleston.orgJuly, 5 to 13, Coed$50Taught by Rajeeyah Mujahid. Students will learn rhythms and techniques of drumming and dance from West African influences.

Art BUZZ Kids- ArT CaMp424 Broadway St., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-388-7857wineanddesignus.comJune-August, 4 to 6 and 7 to 12, Coed$2255th annual super famous art camp with ArT BuZz KiDs (Kids Division of Wine and Design). Hand-built pottery, 3-4 Original Art Canvases, DragonFlies out of stair spindles, gigantic art, fun, more fun and a lot more art up our sleeves. Art BUZZ Kids- ArT CaMp424 Broadway St., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-388-7857wineanddesignus.com/MountPleasant.htmlJune-August, 12 to 17, Coed$225Join Artist Livy Conner for in-depth art instruction using different mediums, learning about art history and practicing new techniques. Class is in the studio with walks along Shem Creek. Small class limited to 10. Art Camp at Bishop England High School363 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC 29492843-849-9599behs.comJune 10-14, 8 to 10, Coed$90People, places and portraits. Students ages 8-10 will engage in ceramics, drawing and painting projects that use themselves, the people and places of their life for inspiration.

Art Camps at Bishop England High School363 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC 29492843-849-9599behs.comJune, 11 to 14, Coed$90Students ages 11-14 will engage in ceramics, drawing and painting projects that use themselves, the people and places of their life for inspiration.

Artists’ Loft Art Explorers327 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412843-637-4229theartistsloftschool.comJune-August, 4 to 5, Coed$75A weekly camp where the younger kids can cool

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off and have fun experiencing a variety of mediums and themes. Pottery, drawing, painting, mosaics, printmaking and more. Kids gain confidence by being creative and putting their own spin on things.

Artists’ Loft Summer Camp327 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412843-637-4229theartistsloftschool.comJune-August, 6 to 13, Coed$200From clay on and off the wheel to mosaics to printmaking to Lego stop-action movie making we want this summer to be memorable and above all FUN for your child. Each week a different medium or theme, just bring your creativity. M-F/12:30-4:30

Ballet Intensive I1579 Savannah Hwy., Charleston, SC 29407843-769-6932ballet-academy.orgJuly 8-26, 8 to 12, Coed$325Improve your ballet technique. One 2-hour class daily for three weeks. Students must have had at least three years of classical ballet training.

Ballet Intensive II1579 Savannah Hwy., Charleston, SC 29407843-769-6932ballet-academy.orgJune 10-28, 11 to 16, Coed$325Improve your ballet technique. One 2-hour class daily for three weeks. Students must have at least four years of classical ballet training and girls must be at a pre-pointe or pointe level.

Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre Camp164 Church St., Charleston, SC 29412843-937-6453charlestonmysteries.comJuly-August, 6 to 8 and 9 to 12, Coed$200Was it Mr. Green in the Conservatory? Young actors engage in improvisational games and learn how to write their own comedy mystery play. Friends and family are invited for the premiere.

Bottles ‘n Brushes Kiddo Art Camp: African Safari 120 North Main St., Summerville, SC 29483843-419-6077bottlesnbrushes.comJune 17- 21, 4 to 6, Coed$225Kiddo Art Camp is a fun-filled week of painting, pottery and crafts taught by professional artists and pottery teachers. Kiddos will create three original canvas paintings, hand-made pottery projects and other themed crafts. Camp lasts Monday through Friday 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Bottles ‘n Brushes Kiddo Art Camp: African Safari 120 North Main St., Summerville, SC 29483843-419-6077bottlesnbrushes.comJune 24-June 28, 7 to 12, Coed$225

Bottles ‘n Brushes Kiddo Art Camp: African Safari 1017 Wappoo Road, Charleston, SC 29407bottlesnbrushes.comJune 17-21, 7 to 12, Coed$225

Bottles ‘n Brushes Kiddo Art Camp: African Safari 1017 Wappoo Road, Charleston, SC 29407bottlesnbrushes.comJune 24-28, 4 to 6, Coed$225

Bottles ‘n Brushes Kiddo Art Camp: Pirate Exploration120 North Main St., Summerville, SC 29483843-419-6077bottlesnbrushes.comJuly 8-12, 4 to 6, Coed$225

Bottles ‘n Brushes Kiddo Art Camp: Pirate Exploration120 North Main St., Summerville, SC 29483843-419-6077bottlesnbrushes.comJuly 15-19, 7 to 12, Coed$225

Bottles ‘n Brushes Kiddo Art Camp: Pirate Exploration1017 Wappoo Road, Charleston, SC 29407bottlesnbrushes.comJuly 8-12, 4 to 6, Coed$225

Bottles ‘n Brushes Kiddo Art Camp: SC Wildlife120 North Main St., Summerville, SC 29483843-419-6077bottlesnbrushes.comJuly 22-26, 4 to 6, Coed$225

Bottles ‘n Brushes Kiddo Art Camp: SC Wildlife120 North Main St., Summerville, SC 29483843-419-6077bottlesnbrushes.comJuly 29-August 2, 7 to 12, Coed$225

Bottles ‘n Brushes Kiddo Art Camp: SC Wildlife1017 Wappoo Road, Charleston, SC 29407bottlesnbrushes.comJuly 22-July 26, 7 to 12, Coed$225

Bottles ‘n Brushes Kiddo Art Camp: SC Wildlife1017 Wappoo Road, Charleston, SC 29407bottlesnbrushes.comJuly 29-August 2, 4 to 6, Coed$225

Charleston Ballet Theatre Ballet Camp615 #101 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-737-0698charlestonballet.orgJuly-August, 5 to 19, Coed$150Charleston Ballet Theatre Summer Dance welcomes boys and girls age 5 and up, beginners-advanced levels in workshops specifically for age and skill level. Princess and Pirate camps for young dancers; ballet, jazz, and pointe classes for older students.

Cinderella Ballet Camp 1579 Savannah Hwy., Charleston, SC 29407

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843-769-6932ballet-academy.orgJuly 29-August 2, 7 to 10, Female$130Classical ballet with focus on the Cinderella ballet. Exploring the stories, scenes, and choreography of famous ballets. Snacks included.

Charleston Summer Music66 George St., Charleston, SC 29424843-805-7794charlestonsummermusic.orgJune, 8 to 18, Coed$350 for half day, $890 for full dayStrings, guitar, piano programs for music students.

Circus Dance Camp1579 Savannah Hwy., Charleston, SC 29407843-769-6932ballet-academy.orgJuly, 4 to 6, Female$150Basics of classical ballet with focus on the circus theme. Costume, daily snack and themed crafts included. Clay Cottage and Art Studio Clay and Art Camp1123 Chuck Dawley Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-343-8768brownbagart.comJune, 5 to 12, Coed$225Spend two weeks exploring the world of clay and art in this fun, popular camp. You will be amazed at the beautiful work your child will create.

Clay Cottage and Art Studio Comic Book Making1123 Chuck Dawley Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-343-8768brownbagart.comJune-August, 10 to 13, Coed$125A one-week adventure in cartooning, action writing and book making.We will help you put together your own graphic novel from scratch using markers, pens, paper, and other craft supplies.

Clay Cottage and Art Studio Found Object Collage1123 Chuck Dawley Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-343-8768brownbagart.com

June-August, 10 to 13, Coed$125 Just about anything can be made into art. Dive into our box of junk, or bring your own treasures, and build a 3-D piece of art on a panel. There will be hammering, gluing, painting and tying. If you like to create stuff with your hands, join us for this camp.

Clay Cottage and Art Studio Multicultural Art Camp1123 Chuck Dawley Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-343-8768brownbagart.comJune, 5 to 12, Coed$225Through art and cooking we will explore different countries in this popular two-week camp. Every day we create projects and prepare food from a different part of the world.

Clay Cottage and Art Studio Kids at the Wheel 1123 Chuck Dawley Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-343-8768brownbagart.comJune, 5 to 12, Coed$225Boys and girls both LOVE this chance to work on a pottery wheel. Fun. Messy. We will make, fire and glaze these lifetime treasures. Limited space, this camp fills up fast.

Clay Cottage and Art Studio Under the Sea1123 Chuck Dawley Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-343-8768brownbagart.comJuly-August, 5 to 12, Coed$125Get out of the heat and dive into a sea of arts and crafts having to do with the ocean. Shell art, water colors, collage, clay and more.

Cooking With Kids100 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville SC, 29483843-832-8588facebook.com/lowcountrymusicacademyJune-August, 7 to 12, Coed$135Cooking With Kids camp will offer hands-on food preparation of kid’s favorites, including cooking and baking techniques, food handling, safety tips, table

setting, manners and more. We will prepare healthy meals using farm-fresh local summer produce. CSU Summer Music Camp9200 University Blvd., Charleston, SC 29406843-863-7967charlestonsouthern.edu/musiccampJune, 10 to 18, Coed$280Campers elect Senior, Junior, Beginner Band; Senior, Junior Chorus, or Piano Camp. A nonstop mix of ensemble, master class, private lessons, recreation, and social activities. Friday evening concerts feature performances by all.

Dance Anatomy Summer Fun Camps589 Belle Hall Parkway, Mount Pleasant SC 29464843-884-1244danceanatomystudio.comJune-August, 6 to 12, Coed$135Into The Wild, June 17-21Underwater Adventures, June 24-28Holiday Hoopla, July 8-12Camp Hollywood, July 15-19On Broadway, July 22-26Around The World, July 29-Aug. 2Just Us Girls, Aug. 5-9Spirit Camp, Aug. 12-16,

Dance Moves + The Artists’ Loft Combo Camp327 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412843-637-4229dancemovesofcharleston.comAug. 12-16, 5 to 13, Coed$250This year a special camp joins with Dance Moves with The Artists’ Loft for a full day of art and dance. Start off with dance from 9 A.M.-noon, a brown bag lunch, then from 1-4 P.M. head next door for an afternoon of art and a movie.

Dance Moves of Charleston 327 Folly Road, Charleston SC 29412843-724-9857dancemovesofcharleston.comJune-August, 3 to 12, Coed$125-$150Camps for children ages 3 and up ranging from $125 per week. Camps include princess, dance and

tumbling, triple threat, dance and yoga, dance and music, acro and more.

Daniel Island Music & Arts: Music/Art/Theatre Camps1183 Daniel Island Drive, Daniel Island, SC 29492843-588-5158dimusicandarts.comJune-August, 5 to 12, Coed$150Located directly across from the Charleston Battery/Blackbaud Soccer Stadium on Daniel Island, our beautiful building backs right up to the picturesque marshlands and offers the ultimate camp exerience in music, art, musical theatre and dance.

Drama Camp I1530 7th St., North Charleston, SC 29405843-740-5854northcharleston.org/residents/departments/arts/Workshops_Classes_Camps.June, 5 to 8, Coed$50Students will learn dynamic skills for acting in fun ways to build confidence and stage presence. Role playing stories and fairytales is an excellent way to engage the students in acting.

Drama Camp II1530 7th St., North Charleston, SC 29405843-740-5854northcharleston.org/residents/departments/arts/Workshops_Classes_CampsJuly, 9 to 13, Coed$100Students will have the opportunity to learn more intensive drama and/or film-making skills in a two week Performance Workshop format that will focus on a performance for the parents and the community at the end of the camp.

EarthArt Pottery & Art Studio 34 Windermere Blvd., Charleston, SC 29407843-769-4669earthartpotterystudio.comJune-August, 3 to 15, Coed$25Clay, glass and painting. Single sessions or weekly .

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Gibbes Museum of Art Summer Camp135 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29401843-722-2706 gibbesmuseum.org/visit/calendar.phpJune-August, 4 to 12, Coed$200Calling all young artists. Join the Gibbes Museum of Art for a great summer of creative fun at our 2013 Summer Art Camp. Work with practicing artists and museum teachers, explore the museum’s galleries for inspiration, and create your own fantastic art.

Individual Piano Lessons300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune-August, 6 to 18, Coed$210Sarah Smith and Happy Byrd will each be teaching six private piano lessons throughout the summer. Lessons will be scheduled by the instructor at the student’s convenience.

Kindermusik of Charleston: Kindermusik Adventure1510-B Hwy. 17 N, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-881-1206kindermusikofcharleston.comJune-July, 1 to 3, Coed$100Kindermusik of Charleston Summer Camps with parent/caregiver.

Leonard School of Music East Cooper Camp3500 Thomas Cario Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-745-5908leonardschoolofmusic.com/Home/July 29-Aug. 2, 10 to 18, Coed$120Band day camp for students with at least one year of playing experience. Concert at 11 a.m. Aug. 3. Location TBA. Sign up by April 1 and registration fee will be waived. At Cario Middle School in Mount Pleasant.

Leonard School of Music Jazz Camp3005 W. Montague Ave., North Charleston, SC 29418843-745-5908leonardschoolofmusic.com/Home/June 17-21, 10 to 18, Coed$120Jazz day camp for students with at least one year of playing experience. End-of-camp concert will be at 11 a.m. June 22 at Frankie’s Fun Park. Sign up by April 1 and registration fee will be waived.

Leonard School of Music Symphonic Camp3005 W. Montague Ave., North Charleston, SC 29418843-745-5908leonardschoolofmusic.com/Home/June 24-28, 10 to 18, Coed$120A band day camp for students with at least one year of playing experience. A fun group activity will be held June 29. Location TBA. Sign up by April 1 and registration fee will be waived.

Let’s Make a Masterpiece300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 6 to 11, Coed$175Campers will learn about famous artists who were painters and will create their own acrylic masterpieces. Supplies and snacks are included.

Millie Lewis Kids Modeling/Acting Camp7475 Northside DriveNorth Charleston,S.C. 29420

843-571-7781www.millielewischarleston.comJune-August, 5-10-Coed, 11-12:30$350Modeling,Acting,Etiquette, and Photo Shoot

Millie Lewis Kids Modeling/Acting Camp7475 Northside DriveNorth Charleston, S.C, 29420843-571-7781www.millielewischarleston.comJune-August, 11-17-Girls only, 1-3:00$350Modeling, Acting, Etiquette and Photo Shoot

Modern Dance Camp1579 Savannah Hwy., Charleston, SC 29407843-769-6932ballet-academy.orgJune 17-21, 7 to 10, Coed$120Basics of modern dance and creative dancing. Crafts and snacks included.

Mount Pleasant 3-D Art Camp918 Lansing Drive, Unit C, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528July 8-2, 8 to 13, Coed$45 resident/$52 nonresidentThis art camp includes working with clay, origami, paper mache, and other art styles.

Mount Pleasant Advanced Scene with Ms. AngelaG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comAugust 12-16, 12 and up, Coed$50 resident/$64 non-residnetCampers will learn how to create, develop, and put together scenes for any type of performance. There will be lots of hands-on fun in this camp.

Mount Pleasant Art in Two DimensionsG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly 29-Aug. 2, 7 and up, Coed$65 resident/$79 nonresidentExpand your ability to draw and paint, plus learn about printmaking and other fun art projects. Join other children in learning more about different kinds of art.

Mount Pleasant BedazzledBeads and Brush Strokes 918 Lansing Drive, Unit C, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528June 10-14, 8 to 13, Coed$45 resident/$52 nonresidentCreate your own jewelry in this camp. Campers will make beaded crafts and jewelry, while having fun with beads and making new projects.

Mount Pleasant Beads CampPark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 10-14, 6 to 9, Coed $40 resident/$47 nonresidentCreate your own jewelry in this camp. Campers will make beaded crafts and jewelry, while having fun with beads and making new projects.

Mount Pleasant Creative Drama and ArtG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528

townofmountpleasant.comJuly-August, 7 to 9, Coed$65 resident/$79 nonresidentLet your child work with others on a play and its stage design. The kids will make their own props and costumes, learn stage direction, and be introduced to theater etiquette. Please dress your child in comfortable clothing and send an old T-shirt for painting. Snacks will be provided every day. Family and friends are invited to the performance on the last day of camp.

Mount Pleasant Drama CampG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comAugust 5-9, 7 to 12, Coed$65 resident/$79 nonresidentExperience aspects of theater such as improvisation, voice projection, stage direction, simple script work, pantomime, musical numbers, and monologues, with a short performance on the last day of camp.

Mount Pleasant Handi Artz CampG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 17-21, 8 to 12, Coed$40 resident/$47 nonresidentWe will be stitching, gluing, pasting, drawing, and painting the day away. Self-expression through textiles and mixed media will be taught.

Mount Pleasant Little Picasso CampPark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune-July, 4 to 8, Coed $85 resident/$99 nonresident/sessionOur fun-filled lessons will revolve around an artist or period of art that was influential to our history, and projects will reflect the techniques and style of these periods. We will explore drawing, painting, sculpture and collage, with an emphasis on art history.

Mount Pleasant Mini Masters Art CampG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 24-28, 5 to 8, Coed$40 resident/$47 nonresidentFrom Monet to Warhol, students will study the modern masters and create their own masterpieces. Each lesson will focus on a modern artist, and students will employ different techniques, such as drawing, painting, and collage.

Mount Pleasant Music, Art and Movement Camp G.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune – August, 3 to 6, Coed $75 resident/$89 nonresident/sessionThis popular camp will fill your summer with music, dance, and art. Children will be introduced to 45 minutes of each activity. The camp will be divided into 3 age groups, each rotating to each activity.

Mount Pleasant Music Makers CampG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune-August, 4 to 6, Coed$40 resident/$47 nonresidentChildren will enjoy playing instruments, singing, and

having fun with music.

Mount Pleasant Painting the Colorful World Camp G.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 10-14, 6 to 12, Coed $65 resident/$79 nonresidentChildren will open their eyes to the magical world of colors. Teresa will spark their imaginations with all kinds of paint and materials. Your child will create a masterpiece while learning about the basic elements of art.

Mount Pleasant Painting on CanvasG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly 8-12, 12 and up, Coed$60 resident/$74 nonresidentEmphasis is on composition and strengthening painting skills with acrylic paint. We will complete two 16 x 20 paintings. Students may bring canvas or purchase from instructor. Mount Pleasant Sculpture and ClayG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant SC, 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comAugust 5-9, 7 and up, Coed$65 resident/$79 nonresidentBuild a circus, make an animal, and create the abstract. Using clay, wire, and wood, children will build their own sculptures while learning about 3-D art.

O’Connor Method Camp Charleston Mills House Hotel115 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29401843-743-5322oconnormethodcampcharleston.comJuly-August, 6 to 18, Coed$350Strings Camp: Classical, fiddle, blues, jazz; violin, viola, cello, bass. All playing levels. Accredited teacher training in the O’Connor Method - a New American Method of String Playing. Nationally acclaimed faculty.

Piano Camp4990 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC 29418843-552-4061eszterstudio.musicteacherhelper.comJuly, 7 to 15, Coed$160Piano ensemble, individual instruction, composition and theory games, with qualified piano teachers.

Piano Camp4990 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC 29418843-552-4061eszterstudio.musicteacherhelper.comAugust, 6 to 13, Coed$125Ensemble and individual piano time, theory games, instrument making and composition with qualified piano teachers. Performance at Friday noon.

Music and Arts Summer Camp100 W. Richardson Ave., Suite D, Summerville, SC 29483843-832-8588facebook.com/lowcountrymusicacademyJuly-August, 7 to 12, Coed$185Rock into summer with our fun-filled music and arts camp. Some of the activities we will offer will be: bucket percussion, music composition and performing,



arts and crafts, drawing/painting, healthy summer cooking with kids and yoga.

Princess Dance Camp1579 Savannah Hwy., Charleston, SC 29407843-769-6932ballet-academy.orgJune 24-28, 4 to 6, Female$150Basics of classical ballet with focus on the princess theme. Princess costume, daily snack and themed crafts included.

Recreational Dance Classes589 Belle Hall Parkway, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464danceanatomystudio.comJune-August, 6 to 18, Coed$15Drop in recreational classes in ballet, jazz and hip-hop available every Wednesday from 3-5:15pm. Discount coupon cards available for purchase. Call for details.

South of Broadway Theatre Summer Camp1080 E. Montague Ave., North Charleston, SC 29405843-814-4451southofbroadway.comJune-August, 9 to 15, Coed$215Act/sing/dance/improv/craft to final performance.

Splits & Tutu Camp1579 Savannah Hwy., Charleston, SC 29407843-769-6932ballet-academy.orgJuly 15-19, 8 to 12 Female$150Basics of classical ballet mixed with stretches and acrobatics. Snacks and materials to make a tutu included.

St. Andrew’s Parks Cooking Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune-August, 10 to 14, Coed$225Kids love to create in the kitchen. Our Cooking Camp teaches simple recipes that chefs at any level can successfully create. Each day will have a different theme. Themes include: appetizers, side dishes, casseroles, entrees and deserts.

TTC: Across the Great DivideTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, 8 to 11 and 12 to 16, Coed$179This camp introduces the food and culture of the United States, from New England clam chowder, to New Orleans po boys and California pizza. Come along for the ride and get a great taste of this country’s culinary delights. TTC: Cake LoveTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, July 29-Aug. 2, 8 to 11 and 12 to 16, Coed$179Let them eat cake. And cupcakes. Learn the art of baking and decorating beautiful cakes. Campers will learn various blending methods, as well as icing and frosting techniques.

TTC: Cinema CampTrident Technical College – Palmer Campus

66 Columbus St., Charleston, SC 29403843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, 8 to11, Coed$145Kids learn to create and craft their own digital movies with a common touch-screen hand-held device. At the end the week the kids will have completed their own flip books, camera obscura, and story boards, and filmed their own miniature movies.

TTC: Cinema CampTrident Technical College – Berkeley Campus1001 S. Live Oak DriveMoncks Corner, SC 29461843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 8 to 11, Coed$145

TTC: Cinema CampTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 8 to 11, Coed$145

TTC: Cinema CampTrident Technical College – St. Paul’s Parish Site5231 Hwy. 165, Hollywood, SC 29449-6144843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 8 to 11, Coed$145

TTC: Cinema CampTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck BlvdMount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 29-Aug. 2, 8 to 11, Coed$145

TTC: Creative WritingTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 29-Aug. 2, 8 to 11, Coed$129The art of writing is a skill born out of years of experience, interest and, most importantly, the passion for storytelling. Learn about three of the most important aspects to storytelling: setting, character development and plot.

TTC: Culinary Boot CampTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, July 8-12, 8 to 11 and 12 to 16, Coed$179Learn knife skills, sanitation procedures and proper food handling during this exciting hands-on camp. You are also introduced to the fundamentals of cooking: making soups and sauces, pasta, grilling, stewing, roasting and sautéing techniques.

TTC: Explore the World of an ArtistTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 8 to 11, Coed$129Come prepared to challenge your mind and hands

into the work of creating art. You will have hands-on experience with different mediums and styles each day. Create a sculpture house, paint Monet’s Garden, learn about the Jonathan Green style, paint on silk and more.

TTC: Fire Up the GrillTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 12 to 16, Coed$179This summer, fire up the grill and learn how to barbecue. In this camp, you will begin by learning important outdoor cooking tips and safety practices that are important to a successful barbecue. Then, learn about marinades and sauces, practice grilling a pizza and meats, veggies, and even summer fruits.

TTC: Flour PowerTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 8 to 11 and 12 to 16, Coed$179Bread, it’s the staff of life. Warm and toasty from the oven, with butter and jam, sticky and sweet with raisins and pecans. The world of bread is wide and varied. Bake pretzels, bagels and cinnamon rolls with us.

TTC: Food Truck RodeoTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 8 to 11 and 12 to 16, Coed$179It’s an international food truck rodeo with food from Greece, Italy, New Orleans and Mexico. Food trucks are hot and so is this camp. You’ll have a blast trying new dishes from this moveable feast.

TTC: Fun with Digital PhotographyTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, July 15-19, 8 to 11, Coed$129Create awesome photographs of your friends, family and pets with this digital photography camp. Learn about the different kinds of cameras and how they work while creating photos, editing and doing all that cool photography stuff.

TTC: Fun with Digital PhotographyTrident Technical College – Dorchester County QuickJobs Training Center, 5164 E. Jim Bilton Blvd.St. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, 8 to 11, Coed$129

TTC: Imagination ArtistTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 8 to 11, Coed$129For the artist in me. You will explore the Romare Bearden’s style of collage using magazines. Create a mosaic on wood pineapples, experience the thrill of painting like Jackson Pollock and adding a touch of melted crayon, and learn about Klint Magic and more.

TTC: Imaginative PhotographyTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 12 to 16, Coed$129What really happens inside your camera when you push the button? Learn both the technical and the art of photography. Students are encouraged to see and look for the extraordinary in the ordinary. This course encourages digital scrapbooking and also covers the basics for a yearbook staffer.

TTC: Imaginative PhotographyTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 12 to 16, Coed$129

TTC: Imaginative PhotographyTrident Technical College – Dorchester County QuickJobs Training Center, 5164 E. Jim Bilton Blvd.St. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 12 to 16, Coed$129

TTC: International Sweet TreatsTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 8 to 11 and 12 to 16, Coed$179Don’t forget your passport, because we have lots of traveling to do. Visit countries without leaving the bakeshop. From Mexico to Norway to Egypt, we go everywhere, exploring the sweet treats that kids in far-away countries grow up on.

TTC: Jammin’ in the BakeshopTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 8 to 11, Coed$179What to do with all the fresh summer fruit available here in the Lowcountry? Make jams and jellies of course. We take it one step further, and use that jam in tarts, rugelach and pastries. This camp includes a field trip to Cypress Hill, a local farm.

TTC: Kids’ Favorites with a TwistTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 8 to 11, Coed$179This camp is a mash-up of your favorites. Mix it up with face sandwiches, mini omelets, ants on a log, green eggs and ham, spaghetti bake, mini mac and cheese, a spirited stir fry and more. This isn’t your typical fare – it’s food with a twist.

TTC: Pastry Boot CampTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, July 15-19, 8 to 11 and 12 to 16, Coed$179Get your basics covered. Learn your way around a professional bakeshop in this comprehensive course.



We cover everything from breads to pizza to cupcakes and cinnamon rolls. This camp fills quickly, so grab a friend and get baking.

TTC: Small BitesTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 8 to 11, Coed$179Small is huge. Join us for a fun camp full of small bites – pesto pizza, paninis, meatballs on skewers and stuffed mushrooms. These tasty treats are big on taste and fun to prepare. TTC: Smart Photos with your SmartphoneTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 10-14 and July 29-Aug. 2, 10 to 13, Coed$139Get smart with your smartphone. Learn how to take photos with your smartphone, edit with the latest and greatest apps, make collages and share with your friends.

TTC: SmorgasbordTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 12 to 16, Coed$179Variety is the spice of life. You’ll love this buffet that has it all - breakfast, lunch and dinner; stuffed doughs; Italian pasta; snacks, both tasty and healthy; and Southern cooking. A smorgasbord of flavors makes this week a foodie’s dream come true.

TTC: Step Aside Julia Child: We’re Mastering the Art of Asian CookingTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 29-August 2, 8 to 11, Coed$179Take a tasting tour of Asia with stops in India, Vietnam, the Philippines, Japan and Thailand. We’ll explore exotic lands through tasty dishes in a weeklong culinary adventure. Your passport will be stamped YUM.

TTC: Step Aside Julia Child: We’re Mastering the Art of Asian CookingTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 29-Aug. 2, 12 to 16, Coed$179

TTC: Young ArtistsTrident Technical College – Dorchester County QuickJobs Training Center, 5164 E. Jim Bilton Blvd.St. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, 10 to 16, Coed$129This summer, you can create artwork in several mediums, including but not limited to, pencils, charcoal, crayon, pastels, paint and plaster. Explore multiple techniques and processes, including mixed media.

TTC: Young ArtistsTrident Technical College – Palmer Campus66 Columbus St., Charleston, SC 29403

843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 10 to 16, Coed$129

TTC: Young ArtistsTrident Technical College, St. Paul’s Parish Site5231 Hwy. 165, Hollywood, SC 29449-6144843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 10 to 16, Coed$129

Visual Art Camp I1530 7th St., North Charleston, SC 29405843-740-5854northcharleston.org/residents/departments/arts/Workshops_Classes_CampsJune, 5 to 8, Coed$50Taught by the City’s artist-in-residence, Kristy Bishop. Children will have the opportunity to experience various visual art media.

Visual Art Camp II1530 7th St., North Charleston, SC 29405843-740-5854northcharleston.org/residents/departments/arts/Workshops_Classes_CampsJune, 9 to 13, Coed$50Taught by the City’s artist-in-residence, Kristy Bishop. Students will receive more in-depth instruction in visual art using various art media. This will be a good opportunity to strengthen art portfolios for the more serious student while having fun.

Education/ScienceAshley Hall’s Pre-AP Summer Intensive172 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403843-714-8543ashleyhall.org/summer.phpAugust, 9 to 12, Female$225In this one-week intensive, participants will receive an in-depth training as preparation for a year-long AP Studio Art course. Participants will receive training on the AP College Board rubrics for assessment, and will review hundreds of art works.

Academic Courses 300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune-July, 13 to 18, Coed$400Remediation courses in high school math and English as well as credit courses in high school fine arts, computer, and health are offered. Enrichment courses may also be offered.

Brick by Brick Lego Camp616 Long Point Road Suite D, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-971-9939buildbrickbybrick.comJune-August, 2 to 12, Coed$150Kids will enjoy taking part in challenging and exciting Lego camps. Campers will create themed models and then tap into their own imagination by constructing and playing with their own inspired creations. Themes: Star Wars, Ninjago, Mindcraft, Robotics and more.

Camp InventionMore than 10 locations in the Charleston area800-968-4332K-3, Coed

Weekly sessions in June and July$195-215Camp Invention is a fun-filled adventure fostering inventive-thinking skill, science literacy, history and the arts in four activity-oriented modules created for children entering grades 1-6.

Charleston Collegiate School Summer School2024 Academy Drive, Johns Island, SC 29455843-559-5506charlestoncollegiate.orgJune-July, 4 to 12, Coed$125There are a total of seven, fun filled weeks available to choose from and all activities will be inspired by a fun theme. Join us for the morning or afternoon session or bring your lunch and stay for the whole day.

Charleston Collegiate School Summer Camps2024 Academy Drive, Johns Island, SC 29455843-559-5506charlestoncollegiate.orgJune-July, 10 to 17, Coed$150There are a total of seven, fun-filled weeks available to choose from. Join us for kayaking, outdoor adventure, baby-sitter training, sports and so much more.

Daniel Island Tech Savvy Kids Club885 -B Island Park Drive, Charleston, SC 29492843-377-8031Danielislandtechsavvykidsclub.comJune-August, 5 to 12, Coed$275Campers will explore, engage and experience Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) using LEGO Robotics. Weekly themes, arts & crafts, field trips and an indoor play structure.

Charles Towne Montessori 56 Leinbach Drive, Charleston, SC 29407843-571-1140charlestownemontessori.orgJune-August, 1 to 6, Coed$200A fun summer camp with an educational component. An AMI Montessori certified teacher, special visitors, crafts, sports, free play and great days. Full day camp for children ages 1-6.

The Green Scene300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 8 to 11, Coed$275Join us for a week of summer fun with a “Green Twist.” Three days will be spent on science-oriented field trips and the other two days will be spent doing cool “Science Stuff.”

Hunt for History900 Stony Landing Road, Moncks Corner, SC 29461843-899-5200oldsanteecanalpark.orgJune-July, 7 to 12, Coed$150Education-based camps explore the wonders of the natural world and the rich history found only in the Lowcountry. Exciting park based programs and field trips by our highly skilled and trained staff will give your child an educational and fun summer camp.

Jump Start for First Grade300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsAugust, 5 to 6, Coed$200

Designed for students who will attend Porter-Gaud in the first grade, students will learn about the campus and they will work with first-grade teachers to ensure a smooth transition. There will be a concentration of reading and math activities.

Jr. LEGO Robotics-Amusement Park Adventures300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 5 to 10, Coed$150Join Brick by Brick’s staff in their Amusement Park Adventures. Build a new ride each day and make things spin, roll,turn, and rock. Each camp day includes carnival-themed games, group challenges and more.

Jr. LEGO Robotics-Remote Control Mania300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 7 to 10, Coed$150Join Brick by Brick’s staff to see your creations in motion using LEGO wireless remote controls. Campers will create dynamic vehicles, inventions, machines, and more. Both Jr. Lego camps may be combined for a full-day camp at a discounted price.

LEGO Robotics-Mindstorm300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 8 to 13 Coed$175Brick by Brick’s Mindstorm Mania combines classic LEGO building with the world of robotics for the advanced LEGO enthusiaSt. Design and program your robots to perform all kinds of tasks.

Mad Science/3,2,1 ... Blast OffAshley River Creative Arts Elementary, Charleston, SC 29407843-573-1212charlestoncoce.orgJuly, 6 to 11, Coed$100Are you ready to go on a mission to outer space? Campers will step into the shoes of a rocket scientist and learn the fundamentals of propulsion and rocket design.

Mad Science/3,2,1 ... Blast OffSullivan’s Island Elementary, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-881-8274charlestoncoce.orgJuly-August, 7 to 11, Coed$110

Mad Science/Can You Dig It?Ashley River Creative Arts, Charleston, SC 29407843-573-1212charlestoncoce.orgJune, 6 to 11, Coed$100Investigate geology, paleontology, and archeology. Participate in a mock archeological dig and assemble the pre-historic skeletal remains you uncover.

Mad Science/Can You Dig It?Sullivan’s Island Elementary, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-881-8274charlestoncoce.orgJuly, 7 to 11, Coed$110

Mad Science/Earth CampSullivan’s Island Elementary, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-881-8274charlestoncoce.org

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August, 7 to 11, Coed$110Campers will gain a better understanding of how environmental issues affect our world. They will learn the vital role of the food chain. During this week they will explore the effects of, and difficulties in cleaning up oil spills through a hands-on approach.

Mad Science/Earth CampAshley River Creative Arts Elementary, Charleston, SC 29407843-573-1212charlestoncoce.orgJuly, 6 to 11, Coed$100

Mad Science/Inside, Outside and Everything In-BetweenAshley River Creative Arts Elementary, Charleston, SC 29407843-573-1212http://charlestoncoce.org/index. July, 6 to 11 Coed$100Campers will have an amazing week as we explore some of the body’s most important parts, both inside and outside. Learn the basics of the code of life: How cells and their individual parts work together to help our bodies function as easily as they do.

Mad Machines and Crazy Contraptions - Mad Science360 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29403843-722-2996charlestonmuseum.orgAugust, 6 to 11, Coed$150Become an inventor and create crazy ways to solve problems. Create catapults and forts, construct working light sticks and assemble a set of circuits. With 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration, this camp is 100% fun. Price includes crafts, activities.

Mad Science/Mad About ScienceMt. Pleasant Rec- Park WestMount Pleasant, SC 29466843-849-2061townofmountpleasant.comJune, 3 to 5, Coed$108This camp will spark your preschooler’s imagination. Each day will provide a unique hand-on, minds-on learning experience. Interactive and age-appropriate, each session introduces children to several basic science topics. Mad Science/Mad Machines and Crazy ContraptionsAshley River Creative Arts Elementary, Charleston, SC 29407843-573-1212charlestoncoce.orgJune, 6 to 11, Coed$100Campers will overcome a series of challenges using basic materials, simple machines, tips from famous inventors and the most important of all, their mind.

Mad Science/Mad Machines and Crazy ContraptionsSullivan’s Island Elementary, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-881-8274charlestoncoce.orgJune, 7 to 11, Coed$110

Mad Science/Mad Machines and Crazy ContraptionsMt. Pleasant Rec- Darby BuildingMount Pleasant, SC 29466843-849-2061http://charlestonjcc.org/camps.html

July, 5 to 12, Coed$108

Mad Science/Mad Machines and Crazy ContraptionsCharleston Museum, Charleston, SC 29403843-722-2996charlestonmuseum.org/homeAugust, 6 to 11, Coed$130 Mad Science/Mad Machines and Crazy ContraptionsMt. Pleasant Rec- Park West, Mount Pleasant SC 29466843-849-2061townofmountpleasant.comAugust, 5 to 12, Coed$108

Mad Science and Museum Camp360 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29403843-722-2996charlestonmuseum.orgJuly, 6 to 11, Coed$150Combine two camps in one for a full week of fun. Attend Museum Camp in the morning discovering dinosaurs, pirates, patriots, and more and then spend the afternoon performing experiments with Mad Science.

Mad Science/Secret Agent LabMt. Pleasant Rec- Darby Building, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-849-2061townofmountpleasant.com/June, 5 to 12, Coed$108Join the Crime Scene and be a part of solving the strangest crimes in town. Campers team up with the Mad Science Crime Scene Lab and experience what it takes to be a true science detective. Explore forensics to explain how a crime happened.

Mad Science/Space:The Final FrontierSullivan’s Island Elementary, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-881-8274charlestoncoce.orgJuly, 7 to 11 Coed$110 From the earliest flying machines to the first rocket flights, this week long exciting hands-on program will teach campers to build many different flying devices, see how Newton’s Laws of motion help explain how things move and how rockets fly.

Mad Science/Walk on the WildsideSullivan’s Island Elementary, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-881-8274charlestoncoce.orgJuly, 7 to 11, Coed$110Take a walk on the wild side as we peek into the natural world. Discover how birds and beasts live and adapt to their environment. Spend some time with us in the world of dinosaurs. Perform an owl pellet dissection and take home a tiny skeleton.

Middle School Vet2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406843-329-1548charlestonanimalsociety.orgJune, 12 to 14, Coed$275This academic camp provides a wonderful age appropriate introduction to veterinary medicine and is a perfect step for any middle school student interested in a career in this field. Classroom time will be balanced with opportunities for observation.

Motion, Potion, and Commotion - Mad Science Camp360 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29403843-722-2996charlestonmuseum.orgJuly, 6 to 11 Coed$150This camp has a little bit of everything: secret codes, potions, construction, and simple machines. Campers will create sidewalk chalk and ice cream and explore the energy of motion through fun experiments.

Mad Science/Motion, Potion and CommotionAshley River Creative Arts Elementary, Charleston, SC 29407843-573-1212charlestoncoce.orgJune, 6 to 11, Coed$100

Mad Science/Motion, Potion and CommotionSullivan’s Island Elementary, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-881-8274charlestoncoce.orgJune, 7 to 11, Coed$110

Mad Science/Motion, Potion and CommotionCharleston Museum, Charleston, SC 29403843-722-2996charlestonmuseum.org/homeJuly, 6 to 11, Coed$130

Mount Pleasant Elementary EngineeringG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comAugust 12-15, 4 to 8 Coed$144 resident/$158 nonresidentIn this integrated science and math camp, campers will creatively build and modify machines applying basic engineering principles and using our unique LEGO kits. Concepts include engineering principles, gearing and gear ratios, simple machines, problem solving, and communication skills.

Mount Pleasant Junior Engineering CampG.M. Darby Building302 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comAugust 12-15, 1 to 3, Coed$144 resident/$158 nonresidentCampers will creatively build and modify machines through basic engineering skills using unique LEGO kits. Campers do not bring home any of the Lego projects they create. Concepts learned – basic engineering skills, simple machines, forces in motion, problem solving, and communication skills.

Mount Pleasant Robotic Materials MoversPark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly 15-19, 9 to14, Coed $150 resident/$164 nonresidentInstructor: Mitch LichtenbergCampers build and program robots in this realistic hazardous-materials simulation. Using sensors and a variety of specialized parts, campers solve the problems of transporting material from one point to another.

Mount Pleasant Robotic StructuresPark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 24-28, 9 to 14, Coed

$150 resident/$164 nonresidentWe build a variety of interesting structures and then use computers to program them to perform many tasks. Included are delivery vehicles, moving conveyors, lifters and other robot controlled mechanisms.

Mount Pleasant Robot SystemsPark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly 8-12, 9 to 14, Coed $150 resident/$164 nonresidentCampers build and program complex robots to investigate solutions to simulated industrial problems. Robots created in this session communicate with each other and work together.

Owens Christian Academy Summer Achievement in Lear3377 Ridgeway St., North Charleston, SC 29405843-744-5087owenschristianacademy.comJuly, 2 to 10, Coed$110Weekly thematic units focusing on core academic standards.

Sandlapper Teen Camp900 Stony Landing Road, Moncks Corner, SC 29461843-899-5200oldsanteecanalpark.orgJune-August, 13 to 15, Coed$150Education-based camps explore the wonders of the natural world and the rich history found only in the Lowcountry. Exciting park based programs and field trips by our highly skilled and trained staff will give your child an educational and fun summer camp.

SCRUBS Health Career Camp2095 Henry Tecklenburg Dr., Charleston, SC 29414843-402-2273ropersaintfrancis.com/HomePage/Careers/Mentoring_Programs/ScrubsCamp.asJune-July, 13 to 15 Coed$75Action-packed week exploring health careers.

Science Wonders300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 6 to 10, Coed$220Come get messy in this fun-filled science camp. We will make slimy worms, bounce bubbles, create a magic bead necklace, and make ice cream in a Ziploc bag. We will get to know many animals.

STEM Center of Excellence at The Citadel171 Moultrie St., Charleston, SC 29409843-953-7121citadel.eduJuly 22-26, 6 to 11, Coed$195Children entering grades 1-6 will discover creativity and inventiveness through hands-on problem solving activities. Within an earthly and global theme, participants will invent tools to decipher nature’s patterns, undertake virtual global expeditions to invent solutions to real-world problems and build devices to be used in a duck-chucking competition.

Stop-Motion Animation Movie Making300 Albemarle Road, Charleston SC, 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programs



June, 5 to 8, Coed$175Campers will plan, script, stage, shoot and produce their own mini-movie. LEGO components will be used to build the set and props. Your video will be posted to You Tube and you will receive a DVD. This camp may be combined with the LEGO Robotics-Mindsto Summer School for Math or English2024 Academy Drive, Johns Island, SC 29455843-559-5506charlestoncollegiate.orgJune, 14 to 17, Coed$900 Charleston Collegiate School will offer upper school summer credit for math or English. The session is for four full weeks and the in-class time for each course is 120 hours which is required for an accredited course offering.

Trident Academy Summer Experience1455 Wakendaw Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-7046tridentacademy.comJune-July, 6 to 12, Coed$850Classes are designed to remediate deficiencies and build skills in reading comprehension, written expression, spelling, and mathematics. Taught by Orton-Gillingham trained teachers, students recieve small group instruction using multisensory techniques.

TTC: 3-2-1 Blast-OffTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, July 22-26, 7 to 11, Coed$129Campers step into the shoes of a rocket scientist and learn the fundamentals of propulsion and rocket design. Campers construct and launch their own rockets while they learn about Newton’s laws of motion and the history and challenges of space travel.

TTC: Adventures in Video Game DesignTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 8 to 11, Coed$145In this camp, students will learn how some of their favorite games are made, as well as get hands-on experience with the software tools used to create them. Students will work individually, and with classmates on video game design activities.

TTC: Adventures in Video Game ArtTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 8 to 11, Coed$145In this camp, students create works of 2-D and 3-D art that can be used in video games. Students will also learn about the software that professional game makers use to create digital art in their favorite video games.

TTC: Alice 3D and Video GamesTrident Technical College – St. Paul’s Parish Site5231 Hwy. 165, Hollywood, SC 29449843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 8 to 11, Coed$129In this camp, learn fundamental programming concepts in the context of creating animated movies

and simple video games. In Alice, 3-D objects (e.g., people, animals and vehicles) populate a virtual world and students create a program to animate the objects.

TTC: Alice 3D and Video GamesTrident Technical College – St. Paul’s Parish Site,5231 Hwy. 165, Hollywood, SC 29449-6144843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 12 to 16, Coed$129

TTC: Architecture in MinecraftTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, July 29-Aug. 2, 12 to 16, Coed$145Minecraft is one of the most popular games in the world for entertainment and education. This camp is designed to promote awareness of architectural design, apply these designs to an 8-bit-style video game using simple mathematical conversions, encourage creativity through design, and team-building through effective communication.

TTC: Art for Video GamesTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, July 22-26, 12 to 16, Coed$145In this camp, get hands-on with the same tools that digital artists use to create art in video games. This camp will provide the foundations of art in video games and prepare you for the next camp, Advanced Art for Video Games.

TTC: Art for Video Games - AdvancedTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, July 29-Aug. 2, 12 to 16, Coed$145(Prerequisite: Art for Video Games) In this camp, students continue to build a strong portfolio of digital art, while learning how to animate and import their art into a video game. At the end of this camp, students will have the beginnings of a professional digital art portfolio.

TTC: Aviation AdventuresTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21 July 8-12, July 22-26, 8 to 11, Coed $135Enjoy a week of high-flying adventure. From logging flight time on simulators to building gliders, the basics of aeronautics are the focus of the week. Campers get their wings upon successful completion of the camp.

TTC: Be a Star Doing HomeworkTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 8 to 11, Coed$99In this interactive camp, learn the tricks to getting homework done faster and easier. Through fun exercises you will learn great memorization techniques, ways to stay focused and tricks to retrieve information.

TTC: Biology BrainiacsTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406



843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, 8 to 11, Coed$135This highly interactive camp is taught by MUSC’s Department of Neurosciences staff as they present brain specimens and discuss the general organization, functions and dysfunctions of the brain. Young scientists can investigate the hidden wonders of the microscopic world.

TTC: Biomedical Imaging TechnologyTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 12 to 16, Coed$145Do you ever wonder how microscopes, X-rays, MRIs and PET scans work? Join us in this interactive course as we learn the basics of light spectroscopy, wave optics, nuclear chemistry and nanotechnology.

TTC: Biomedical Imaging TechnologyTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 12 to 16, Coed$145

TTC: Can you Dig It?Trident Technical College – St. Paul’s Parish Site5231 Hwy. 165, Hollywood, SC 29449-6144843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 7 to 11, Coed$129Investigate geology, paleontology and archaeology. Dig into the physical remains left behind by people and animals in the past. Participate in a mock archeological dig and assemble the pre-historic skeletal remains you uncover. Learn all about the world of dinosaurs.

TTC: Can you Dig It?Trident Technical College – Dorchester County QuickJobs Training Center, 5164 E. Jim Bilton Blvd.St. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 7 to 11,, Coed$129

TTC: Cool Kids With CharacterTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 8 to 11, Coed$99Unleash the leader in you. Interactive learning activities present opportunities to develop five important leadership skills: communicating effectively, being a team player, decision-making skills, presentation skills and social skills.

TTC: Crazy ChemistryTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 7 to 11, Coed$129Discover how chemical reactions are everywhere. Figure out if a chemical change has occurred right before your eyes, and explore the properties of polymers. Mix, mush and brew together chemicals.

TTC: Crazy ChemistryTrident Technical College – Dorchester County

QuickJobs Training Center, 5164 E. Jim Bilton Blvd.St. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, 7 to 11, Coed$129TTC: Crazy ChemistryTrident Technical College – St. Paul’s Parish Site5231 Hwy. 165, Hollywood, SC 29449-6144843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 7 to 11, Coed$129

TTC: Crazy ChemistryTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 7 to 11,, Coed$129

TTC: CSI - Crime Scene InvestigationTrident Technical College – Palmer Campus66 Columbus St., Charleston, SC 29403843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, 8 to 12, Coed$149Have fun learning about forensics, crime scene investigations and crime lab chemistry as you perform as many as 15 different experiments designed to show you just how those tricky cases are solved.

TTC: EARTH CampTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, 7 to 11, Coed$129Campers will gain a better understanding of how environmental issues affect our world. Each camper explores the world of eco-systems and gains an understanding of the major climate factors and patterns associated with weather.

TTC: Electronic LabTrident Technical College – Palmer Campus66 Columbus St., Charleston, SC 29403843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, 8 to 12, Coed$149The science electronics lab stimulates young minds by using easy to understand experiments to increase their knowledge of electronics. Science project ideas will come alive as they build the 30 projects while working with electronic circuits.

TTC: Electronic LabTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 8 to 12, Coed$149

TTC: Foundations in MinecraftTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 10-14 and July 15-19, 8 to 11, Coed$129Minecraft is one of the most popular games in the world for entertainment and education. In this camp, students are introduced to the fun, family-friendly game of Minecraft while simultaneously learning the manipulatives of a computer.

TTC: Foundations in MinecraftTrident Technical College – Berkeley Campus1001 S. Live Oak Dr., Moncks Corner, SC 29461843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 8 to 11, Coed$129

TTC: FUNdamentals of FishingTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 8 to 11, Coed$139The basics of freshwater and saltwater fishing are taught along with techniques for catching the many different types of game fish. This camp includes casting target practice, knot tying, fishing safety, fishing conservation, instructional presentations, and possibly a local field trip to try out your gear (supplied).

TTC: Gamestar MechanicTrident Technical College – Berkeley Campus1001 S. Live Oak Dr., Moncks Corner, SC 29461843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 9 to 13, Coed$139Gamestar Mechanic is a game and online community that teaches kids how to design their own games. Designing games builds: Systems Thinking, 21st Century Skills, Creative Problem Solving, Art and Aesthetics, Writing and Storytelling, and creates a motivation for STEM learning.

TTC: Gamestar MechanicTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 9 to 13, Coed$139

TTC: Gamestar MechanicTrident Technical College – Dorchester County QuickJobs Training Center, 5164 E. Jim Bilton Blvd., St. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, 9 to 13, Coed$139

TTC: Gamestar MechanicTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 9 to 13, Coed$139

TTC: Google Apps for the AndroidTrident Technical College – St. Paul’s Parish Site, 5231 Hwy. 165 Hollywood, SC 29449-6144843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 8 to 11, Coed$129Learn how to make your own apps using your Android device. This computer science-based computational course uses Google apps to create fun and cool apps.

TTC: Google Apps for the AndroidTrident Technical College – St. Paul’s Parish Site5231 Hwy. 165, Hollywood, SC 29449-6144843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 12 to 16, Coed$129

TTC: Google Apps for the AndroidTrident Technical College – Berkeley Campus1001 S. Live Oak Dr., Moncks Corner, SC 29461843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 12 to 16, Coed$129

TTC: Google Apps for the AndroidTrident Technical College – Dorchester County QuickJobs Training Center, 5164 E. Jim Bilton Blvd.St. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 12 to 16, Coed$129

TTC: Harry PotterTrident Technical College – Dorchester County QuickJobs Training Center, 5164 E. Jim Bilton Blvd.St. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, 7 to 11, Coed$149Join our Magical Mystery Tour. All aboard for lots of hands-on fun. Join in the escapades of Harry and his friends. Play quidditch. Make an edible wand. We will brew some fantastic potions to drink. Let’s create and watch some amazing chemical reactions.

TTC: Harry PotterTrident Technical College – Palmer Campus66 Columbus St., Charleston, SC 29403843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 7 to 11, Coed$149

TTC: Harry PotterTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 29-Aug. 2, 7 to 11, Coed$149

TTC: Inside, Outside and Everything In-BetweenTrident Technical College – St. Paul’s Parish Site5231 Hwy. 165, Hollywood, SC 29449-6144843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 7 to 11, Coed$129Learn the basics of the code of life: how cells and their individual parts work together to help our bodies function as easily as they do. Learn how the insides of our bodies work.

TTC: Inside, Outside & Everything In-BetweenTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 7 to 11, Coed$129

TTC: Lasers, Galaxies and Then SomeTrident Technical College – Palmer Campus66 Columbus St., Charleston, SC 29403843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, 8 to 12, Coed$149Explore science as a fun and exciting process of investigation. Each day we conduct experiments, discover the amazing, and test our own ideas. Learn about lasers.



TTC: Lasers, Galaxies and Then SomeTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 8 to 12, Coed$149

TTC: Lasers, Galaxies and Then SomeTrident Technical College – Dorchester County QuickJobs Training Center5164 E. Jim Bilton Blvd., St. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 8 to 12, Coed$149

TTC: Leadership ProgramTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, 12 to 16, Coed$139The Leadership Program is a lively and interactive series of workshops designed to build your leadership potential. Discover how to strengthen your interpersonal and communication skills, be a team player, manage your time, plan and set goals, make decisions and solve problems.

TTC: Leadership 2.0Trident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 13 to 16 Coed

$139Pre-Requisite: Leadership Program. Leadership 2.0 takes teens to the next level. Being a teenager is exciting and challenging as they face tough issues and life-changing decisions. Through a variety of interactive sessions, teens will engage in exercises revolving around leadership, diversity, ethics, conflict resolution and relationship building.

TTC: Legal EaglesTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, 12 to 16, Coed$149Innocent or guilty? Take turns playing prosecutor, judge and jury in this intriguing introduction to law and the court system. You get to hear cases, present testimony and decide the verdict in a mock trial. Conducted by actual attorneys.

TTC: LEGOs in MotionTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, June 24-28, July 8-12, July 22-26, 7 to 8, Coed$99Build many different models demonstrating physical science and technology concepts, including various powered forces and motion, simple machines and more. This is a great camp for teaching teamwork and preparing students for engineering and problem-solving challenges.

TTC: LEGOs in MotionTrident Technical College – Berkeley Campus1001 S. Live Oak Dr., Moncks Corner, SC 29461843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 7 to 8, Coed$99

TTC: LEGOs in MotionTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 29-Aug. 2, 7 to 8, Coed$99

TTC: Let Go of My LEGOsTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21 and 24-28, July 8-12, 9 to 11, Coed$135Learn basic engineering and logical thinking skills while building various components and structures with LEGO bricks. You also learn basic programming using the LEGO RCX system. Mechanical and electrical LEGO components that replicate components used in the industrial and engineering field are introduced.

TTC: Let Go of My LEGOsTrident Technical College – Berkeley Campus1001 S. Live Oak Dr., Moncks Corner, SC 29461843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 9 to 11, Coed$135

TTC: Let Go of My LEGOsTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 29-Aug. 2, 9 to 11, Coed$135

TTC: Mad Machines and Crazy ContraptionsTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 7 to 11, Coed$149Campers overcome a series of challenges using basic materials, simple machines, tips from famous inventors and the most important of all – their mind. With a little bit of ingenuity, children will create catapults and forts, construct working light sticks to take home and assemble a set of circuits with batteries and light bulbs.

TTC: Magnetic Levitation for Future TransportationTrident Technical College – St. Paul’s Parish Site5231 Hwy. 165, Hollywood, SC 29449-6144843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 8 to 12, Coed$149Build your own futuristic Maglev car to race and take home. Learn about the relationship between magnetism and electricity. You will also get to build a simple Maglev track as well as a cool electromagnet. Learn how motors work, as well as generators.

TTC: Magnetic Levitation for Future TransportationTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus



1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 8 to 12, Coed$149

TTC: Motion, Potion and CommotionTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/7 to 11, CoedJuly 22-26$149Campers will have tons of fun mixing up potions and experimenting with all kinds of chemical reactions. Our young chemists will create sidewalk chalk and even make their own ice cream. Campers will find out how simple machines make our lives easier.

TTC: Money Rocks. Youth Financial LiteracyTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, 12 to 16, Coed$139Campers will learn positive steps for managing money, such as goal setting, budgeting and saving. Using various hands-on activities, interactive computer models and games, and presentations from financial professionals and field trips, youth will gain knowledge to guide them in making sound financial decisions.

TTC: Money Rocks. Youth Financial LiteracyTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 12 to 16, Coed$139

TTC: NASA: Journey into Outer SpaceTrident Technical College – St. Paul’s Parish Site5231 Hwy. 165, Hollywood, SC 29449-6144843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 7 to 11, Coed$129In partnership with NASA. From our atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system, this hands-on program will send campers on a quest for exploration. Learn about the four forces of flight, the challenges of space travel, and participate in a rocket launch.

TTC: NASA: Journey into Outer SpaceTrident Technical College – Dorchester County QuickJobs Training Center, 5164 E. Jim Bilton Blvd.St. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, 7 to 11, Coed$129

TTC: NASA: Journey into Outer SpaceTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 7 to 11, Coed$129

TTC: NASA: Journey into Outer SpaceTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 29-August 2, 7 to 11, Coed$129

TTC: NeuropaloozaTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 29-August 2, 12 to 16, Coed$139Learn about diseases, drugs and deadly neurological disasters and their effects on our own brains. Work with real neurologists as you get to know your brain, inside and out.

TTC: NXT RobotsTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 12 to 14, Coed$149Jump to the next generation of LEGO robotics. This camp introduces the NXT LEGO robotic system. Build robotic components and learn new software so you can program the robots to perform given tasks. You will work in pairs to accomplish the assignments.

TTC: Project RunwayTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, July 22-26, 12 to 16, Coed $299This summer camp incorporates modeling etiquette, posture, nail care, self-improvement skills and a photo shoot. It also covers proper introductions, table manners, telephone and cell phone manners, polite behaviors, nutrition tips and personal safety.

TTC: Project RunwayTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 12 to 16, Coed$299

TTC: Spanish for KidsTrident Technical College – Berkeley Campus1001 S. Live Oak Dr., Moncks Corner, SC 29461843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 8 to 11, Coed$99Come and meet new amigos and have a fiesta each day. Learn some basic Spanish through games, music and fun activities. Learn how to follow simple commands, have a basic conversation, and learn colors, numbers, weather, and more.

TTC: Real Rocket ScienceTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 10 to 12, Coed$149This camp covers the history of rocket advancements and technology brought about through space exploration, the space race, rocket science in school, rocket construction, and an introduction to the hobby of rocketry. It includes labs on astronomy, rocket simulation, building and launch.

TTC: Red Hot RobotsTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, July 29-August 2, 7 to 11, Coed$135

Learn about the uses of robots in our world and spend time experimenting with super cool red-hot robots. Experiment with sound-sensing robots, line-tracking robots, amphibious robots and robots that can even play soccer.

TTC: Robotic Arm ScienceTrident Technical College – St. Paul’s Parish Site5231 Hwy. 165, Hollywood, SC 29449-6144843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, 9 to 13, Coed$149Learn the science of robotics as you have fun building, commanding and taking home your own 5-motor arm. With your Robotic Arm you can command your gripper to open and close, move your robotic wrist, and command vertical and horizontal reaching moves.

TTC: Robotic Arm ScienceTrident Technical College – Palmer Campus66 Columbus St., Charleston, SC 29403843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 9 to 13, Coed$149

TTC: Robotic Arm ScienceTrident Technical College – Dorchester County QuickJobs Training Center, 5164 E. Jim Bilton Blvd.St. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 9 to 13, Coed$149

TTC: SAT PrepTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 29-August 2, Coed, 13-16$299Don’t freak out - be prepared. Become familiar with SAT-type questions, develop test-taking strategies, manage test panic, increase your confidence and speed, and get a review of test content. The focus is on critical reading, vocabulary development, sentence completion, passages, multiple choice, grammar and mathematics.

TTC: Secret Agent LabTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 7 to 11, Coed$129Explore forensics to explain how a crime happened. Campers will use some of the same experiments that a forensic scientist would use. Each day you will explore the fundamental nuts and bolts of chemistry and become the best science detective.

TTC: Secret Agent LabTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 7 to 11, Coed$129

TTC: Secret Agent LabTrident Technical College – Dorchester County QuickJobs Training Center5164 E. Jim Bilton BlvdSt. George, SC 29477843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 22-26, 7 to 11, Coed$129

TTC: Space: The Final FrontierTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 24-28, 7 to 11, Coed$129From the earliest flying machines to the first rocket flights, this week-long exciting, hands-on program teaches campers to build many different flying devices, and how Newton’s Laws of Motion help explain how things move and how rockets fly.

TTC: Spanish for TeensTrident Technical College – Berkeley Campus1001 S. Live Oak Dr., Moncks Corner, SC 29461843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 12 to 16, Coed$99Develop the language and gain knowledge of the rich cultural traditions of the Spanish-speaking world through interactive activities while being immersed in the Spanish language and culture.

TTC: Super Strong Math SkillsTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, July 29-Aug. 2, 8 to 11, Coed$99Know your facts and gain practice skills to start the school year right. Muscle the math challenge with times tables, learn games to play with multiplication, and gain tools to make you strong and mighty in math. Muscle up to the math power.

Super Strong Math SkillsTrident Technical College – Palmer Campus66 Columbus St., Charleston, SC 29403843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 8 to 11, Coed$99

TTC: Survival CampTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, July 29-Aug, 2, 12 to 16, Coed$145If you enjoy the outdoors, weekend camping trips, or afternoons on a hiking trail, this camp is for you. Basic first aid, CPR and survival skills to stay safe are covered. Learn the importance of fire, food, water, shelter, signaling and compass reading.

TTC: There is Something Fishy about STEMTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, July 22-26, 12 to 16, Coed$149We will be using fish as the medium for a rewarding experience in an integrated curriculum of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). This curriculum is driven by problem-solving, discovery and exploratory learning..

TTC: Video Game DesignTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 10-14, July 8-12, 12 to 16, Coed$145In this camp, get hands-on with the same tools that



digital artists use to create art in video games. This camp will give you the foundations of art in video games and prepare you for the next camp, Advanced Art for Video Games.

TTC: Video Game Design – AdvancedTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/June 17-21, July 15-19, 12 to 16, Coed$145(Prerequisite: Video Game Design) So, you have taken Video Game Design, and you are hungry for more? This camp is perfect for you.

TTC: Walk on the Wild SideTrident Technical College – Main Campus7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406843-574-6152 tridenttech.edu/July 8-12, 7 to 11, Coed$129Discover how birds and beasts live and adapt to their environment. Perform an owl pellet dissection and take home a tiny skeleton. Discover how to track an animal and use its footprints to learn more about how it lives.

TTC: Walk on the Wild SideTrident Technical College – Mount Pleasant Campus1004 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-574-6152tridenttech.edu/July 15-19, 7 to 11, Coed$129

Vet Camp, Advanced2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406843-329-1548charlestonanimalsociety.orgJune, 15 to 17, Coed$275This academic camp provides a wonderful introduction to veterinary medicine and is a perfect step for any high school student interested in a career in this field.

USA Chess/Video Game Creation300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727activelearningcamps.comJuly, 5 to 15, Coed$295Join Active Learning Services for USA Chess Camp and Video Game Creation Camps. Chess camp (ages 5-15) and Video Game Creation Camps’ (ages 8-15) registration is online at activelearningcamps.com.

Wild About Animals2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406843-329-1548charlestonanimalsociety.orgJuly, 8 to 11, Coed$200Learn about wild animals. Speakers will focus on animals that are indigenous to South Carolina. Guest speakers bring many amazing wild animals to investigate.

General/AdventureABC’s of CAS2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406843-329-1548charlestonanimalsociety.orgJuly, 8 to 11, Coed$200What does the Charleston Animal Society do? Do we have only dogs and cats? What help do we give an animal when it comes into the shelter? Campers will

learn the answers to these questions and many, many more. Campers will learn what makes CAS “tick.”

Animal Care2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406843-329-1548charlestonanimalsociety.orgJuly, 5 to 7, Coed$135Sometimes younger children forget how to care for and handle their pets. Animal Care Camp builds self-esteem and nurtures compassion by developing an understanding of the shelter environment and a respect for all animals.

Ashley Hall’s Archery for Young Women172 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403843-965-8480ashleyhall.org/summer.phpJuly, 12 to 18, Female$125Participants will learn the fundamental skills of archery with a primary focus on form and safety. Sessions are open to young women of the Lowcountry and we welcome all skill levels, including beginners.

Ashley Hall’s Create, Write, Draw.172 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403843-714-8543ashleyhall.org/summer.phpJuly-August, 9 to 14, Female$185Participants in this fun-filled week will have the opportunity to make their own book. Using a series of creative art-making processes as inspiration, participants will write a short story based on imagery created.

Ashley Hall’s Coastal Ecology Kayak Expedition172 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403843-965-8480ashleyhall.org/summer.phpJuly, 11 to 14, Female$550Participants in this program will be introduced to one of the most beautiful coastal areas in SC. Traveling aboard solo touring kayaks, expeditioners will paddle to Capers Island for a 3-night/4-day primitive camping adventure.

Ashley Hall Summer Fest 172 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403843-965-8480ashleyhall.org/summer.phpJune-July, 5 to 12, Female$225Summer Fest Day Camp is a full service camp, and each day children will enjoy art projects and educational topics related to the weekly themes. They will also get to go on field trips, engage in athletic activity, and swim daily in our pool.

Ashley Hall’s Summer Fest, Coed 172 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403843-96-58480ashleyhall.org/summer.phpJuly-August, 3 to 5, Coed$225Summer Fest Day Camp is a full service camp, and each day children will enjoy art projects and educational topics related to the weekly themes. They will also get to experience special programs, engage in athletic activity, ans swim daily in our pool.

Blackbeards Cove3255 U.S. Highway 17 North, Mount Pleasant, SC 29420843-971-1223blackbeardscove.net/summer-camps/June-August, 5 to 12, Coed

$150Each week is a different educational camp: safety, pirates or crafts. Camps are two sessions: morning (8 a.m.-1 p.m,) and afternoon (noon-5 p.m.). Price is $150 per session or $225 for the whole day.

Camp Baker1645 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd., Charleston, SC 29407843-614-6486charlestonjcc.orgJune-August, 2 to 15, Coed$150Looking for a place where your child can run, play, sing, dance, meet new friends, swim, and make memories that will last forever? Look no further. At Camp Baker, we have it all. General camps and specialty camps crafted to meet the needs of all.

Camp Genesis539 U.S. Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC 294728438715760https://facebook.com/pages/New-Journey-Community-Church/115486311856012June-August, 1 to 5, Coed$45A Christian day camp with a different science theme each week. Campers will go on several exciting field trips around Charleston, including the Aquarium, Magnolia Plantation, Beachwalker Park, and many other historic sites.

Camp Rock at Bethany KidsCare118 West 3rd South St., Summerville, SC 29483843-873-1230bethanykidscare.comJune-August, 5 to 12, Coed$132Pack your lunch because we’re going on an adventure with Camp Rock. We will load the Bethany bus and travel to various destinations in the area to experience the Lowcountry. There will also be plenty of time for arts & crafts, free play, games, swimming.

Charleston Twisters Competitive Team Camp9549 Hamburg Rd., Ladson, SC 29456843-875-5489davitasfuntasticgymnastics.comJuly, 5 to 18, Coed$250Girls Level 1-10, Boys Level 4-10.

City of Charleston Camp Live Oaks 1580 Ashley Gardens Blvd., Charleston, SC 29414843-402-4571charleston-sc.gov/recreationJune-August, 6 to 12, Coed$150Join the fun at camp Live Oaks at Bees Landing Recreation Complex. Camp activities will include archery, swimming, arts and crafts, sports, and more. Space is limited, first-come, first-serve basis registration begins on April 1.

City of Charleston Jump To It Camp 265 Fishburne St., Charleston, SC 29403843-724-7580charleston-sc.gov/recreationJune-August, 5 to 12, Coed$50City residents only, proof of residence is required. Camp hours are 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Early birds may arrive at 7:30 a.m. at additional cost. Activities and events are an additional cost. Uniforms are required.

City of Charleston Nuts About Nature 38 Elizabeth St., Charleston SC 29403843-965-4002charleston-sc.gov/recreationJune-August, 5 to 11, Coed

$100Registration forms turned in or online due by noon 3/28/13. The lottery will run and families will be notified. From Reptiles Week to Conservation Week, the NAN camp provides a great educational experience. Arts and crafts, field trips and recreation.

City of Charleston Summer in the CityVarious locations Charleston, SC 29403843-724-7332charleston-sc.gov/recreationJune-August, 6 to 12, Coed$125Join us as we take you on an adventure, through music, storytelling, arts and crafts, swimming, sports, and dance. Activities will vary for different age groups and different campsites. Various field trips will be taken throughout the summer.

City of Charleston Summer Camp by the Harbor70 East Bay St., Charleston SC 29401843-958-6485charleston-sc.gov/recreationJune-August, 4 to 10, Coed$60Each day will be packed with games and crafts that will incorporate the theme of the week. A local, free field trip will be taken each week to a different location in the area. Registration begins April 1. Clemson 4-H2O Exploring Lowcountry Waterways259 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29401843-722-5940clemson.edu/4h2oJune, 10 to 13, Coed$125Clemson 4-H2O is a water-based science camp giving students the opportunity to explore South Carolina’s rich waterways, learn about water quality and the importance of healthy ecosystems. Students will participate in fishing, kayaking and beach exploration.

CML Summer Camp25 Ann St., Charleston, SC 29403843-853-8962explorecml.orgJune-August, 3 to 10, Coed$235Projects & interactive experiences in our exhibits.

Colossal Coaster World, First Baptist48 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29401843-722-3896fbcharleston.orgJune 17-21, 3 to 12, Coed$1Free week of fun-filled worship music, crafts, Bible stories, stories from the mission field, games and more.

Counselor Training Camp589 Belle Hall Parkway, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464danceanatomystudio.comJune, 13 to 19, Coed$25Two-hour class designed to develop leadership skills, engage with campers in various activities and learn basic communication/critical thinking skills. This is not a certification.

Crossroads Community Church VBS 505 Gahagan Rd., Summerville SC 29485843-871-2755crossroads-summerville.orgJune-August, 5 to 12, Coed$1Join Crossroads Community Church for Kingdom Chronicles. It’s clear we’re in a battle, battle for truth between God’s good kingdom and the Enemy’s bad

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Doggie Day300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.eduJune, 6 to 11, Coed$50Bring your dog to camp where your family pet will learn basic training methods and agility. Your dog will be groomed (including a massage) and you will learn about proper nutrtion for your pet. Water, treats, gift bags and fun are provided.

Dorchester District Two - Sail Into Summer Camp5 Elementary School-WHES, KES, BHES/FES/NES,Summerville, SC 29483843-873-7372dorchesterdistrict2.k12.sc.usJune-August, 6 to 12, Coed$140Our camp includes 8 different theme weeks at 5 Elem. school locations in DD2. The weekly fee includes field trip costs for three trips each week. If you like sports, music, bowling, swimming, games, arts/crafts, science, movies and meeting new friend.

Elite Soccer and Futsal Camp300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 8 to 11, Coed$250Join us for this unique outdoor/indoor soccer camp. Technical and tactical aspects of the game will be taught including foot skills, passing, movement of the ball, defending, and attacking. This camp is designed for the serious player.

Farm Camp2620 Hanscombe Pt. Road, Johns Island, SC 29455843-559-0788wwwlegarefrms.comJune-July, 6 to 8, Coed$160Each day is different farm fun.

FBS Sunsational Summer Camp 48 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29401722-6646 fbschool.orgJune-July, 3 to 10, Coed$165First Baptist School of Charleston will offer an eight-week summer camp providing a varity of activities in a safe and secure environment.

First Baptist Summer Camp48 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29401843-722-3896fbschool.orgJune-July, 3 to 10, Coed$185Art, crafts, sports, daily devotions, music, weekly field trips and more. Each week will host a different theme with activities catering to it.

Fishing Camp with Lowcountry Outdoor Adventures1314 Old Colony Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-557-3476lowcountryoutdooradventures.comJune-August, 10 to 14, Coed$300Teaching casting, rigging, bait selection with Captain Addison Rupert, USCG Approved.

Funtastic Tumbling/Trampoline Camp9549 Hamburg Rd., Ladson, SC 29456

843-875-5489davitasfuntasticgymnastics.comJune-July, 5 to 18, Coed$100Funtastic tumbling and trampoline skills taught at this 3-day camp. From the beginner skills: cartwheels, round-offs, back-bends, kick-overs, to the intermediate skills of back handsprings and the advanced skills of tucks and layouts.

Girls Rock Charleston P.O. Box 20971, Charleston, SC 29413843-637-1707girlsrockcharleston.orgJuly, 9 to 16, Female$300Campers at Girls Rock have a unique opportunity to take instrument lessons, form a band with other girls, and work together to write an original song. GRC encourages girls to work collaboratively on creative projects and find their inner rock star.

Grass is Greener Horseback Riding5304 Stono Ferry Course, Hollywood, SC 29449843-952-5147grassisgreenerridingschool.comJune-July, 6 to 13, Coed$350Introduce your child to horseback riding or improve their skills in a fun, safe, creative environment. At this unique, full-day horse camp, your child will learn to ride and about horses and horse care.

Go Tell It On the Mountain VBS1605 Harbor View Rd., Charleston, SC [email protected] 8-12, 2 to 10, Coed$1Martin Luther Lutheran Church on James Island will be hosting our Vacation Bible School. There is no cost for this program, however registrations before June 15 are appreciated.

Get Groovy Day CampPorter-Gaud School300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune-July, 5 to 10, Coed$200Join us for a full day of yoga, dance, art, writing, cooking, painting, crafts, and sports plus loads of fun. There will be games, scavenger hunts, and prizes, free play time and more. You will cook your own healthy snack, too.

James Island County Park Adventure Camp 861 Riverland Drive, James Island, SC 29412843-795-4386ccprc.comJune, 10 to 12, Coed$204June 10-14, Surf Kayak and FishJune 17-21, Sea Kayak and Jr. NaturalistJune 24-28, Canoe and ArcheryJune 24-28, Whitewater KayakJuly 1-5, Tour SUP and FitnessJuly 8-12, Surf SUP and ArcheryJuly 15-19, Canoe and Fish July 15-19, Trail Bike and OdysseyJuly 29-Aug. 2, Surf Kayak and ArcheryJuly 29-Aug. 2, Mountain Bike/Rock ClimbAug. 5-9, Sea Kayak and Odyssey

James Island County Park Explorers Camp871 Riverland Drive, James Island, SC 29412843-795-7275ccprc.comJune, 10 to 12, Coed

$160June 10-14, Portal to PortsJune 17-21, Wave CrazeJune 24-28, Beautiful Barriers July 1-5, Spartina TimeJuly 8-12, The Elixir of LifeJuly 15-19, Gullah GrooveJuly 22-26, Building BridgesJuly 29-Aug 2, Environmental EnvyAug. 5-9, Hugo and HeroesAug. 12-16, Folly Fun Day

Junior Lifeguard Program101 East Arctic Ave., Folly Beach, SC 29439843-795-4386ccprc.comJune 17-21, 10 to 16, Coed$198

Junior Lifeguard Program#1 14th Ave., Isle of Palms, SC 29451843-795-4386ccprc.comJune 24-28, 10 to 16, Coed$198

Junior Lifeguard Program# 1 14th Ave., Isle of Palms SC 29451843-795-4386ccprc.comJuly 22-26, 10 to 16, Female$198

Junior Lifeguard Program 2101 East Arctic Ave., Folly Beach SC 29439843-795-4386ccprc.comJune 24-28, 10 to 16, Coed$198

Junior Lifeguard Program 2# 1 14th Ave., Isle of Palms, SC 29451843-795-4386ccprc.comJuly 8-12, July 29-Aug. 2, 12 to 13, Coed$198

Junior Lifeguard Program 2101 East Arctic Ave., Folly Beach, SC 29439843-795-4386ccprc.comAug. 5-9, 12 to 13, Coed$198

Junior Lifeguard Program 3101 East Arctic Ave., Folly Beach, SC 29439843-795-4386ccprc.comJuly 8-12, July 29-Aug. 2, 14 to 15, Coed$198

Junior Lifeguard Program 3#1 14th Ave., Isle of Palms SC 29451843-795-4386ccprc.comJuly 15-19, 14 to 15, Coed$198

Junior Lifeguard Program 3# 1 14th Ave., Isle of Palms SC 29451843-795-4386ccprc.comAug. 5-9, 14 to 15, Coed$198

Junior Lifeguard Program, Advanced# 1 14th Ave., Isle of Palms SC 29451843-795-4386ccprc.com

June 10-21, 15 to 16, Coed$198

Junior Lifeguard Program, Advanced101 East Arctic Ave., Folly Beach SC 29439843-795-4386ccprc.comJuly 15-26, 15 to 16, Coed$198

Junior Naturalists900 Stony Landing Road, Moncks Corner, SC 29461843-899-5200oldsanteecanalpark.orgJune-July, 6 to 8, Coed$150Education-based camps explore the wonders of the natural world and the rich history found only in the Lowcountry. Exciting park-based programs and field trips by our highly skilled and trained staff will give your child an educational and fun summer camp.

Kids Bee Fit Mini Camp45 Courtenay Drive, Charleston, SC 29401843-792-0767musc.edu/hSC June-August, 2 to 4, Coed$175MUSC Wellness Center Kids Bee Fit Mini Camp is for children 2 1/2 to 4 years of age. Activities are specific to pre-school age children, which include music & movement, tennis time, swim time, gym games, and arts & crafts. Children must be potty trained.

Legare Farms Farm Camp2620 Hanscombe Pt. Road, Johns Island, SC 29455843-559-0788legarefarms.omJune, 6 to 8 and 9 to 11, Coed$160Each day of farm camp includes different farm activity such as animal day, vegetable day, fiber day, bee and insects day.

LifeManagement Education 628 St. Andrews Blvd., Charleston, SC 29407843-852-5705lifemanagement.orgJuly-August, 4 to 18, Coed$195Don’t let your child’s skills lapse over the summer. LifeManagement offers 2-hour workshops that fit perfectly into your busy summer schedule. A variety of skills/subjects will be covered depending on your child’s age & needs.

Lock-In205 West Richardson Ave., Summerville, SC 29483843-821-2727summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 5 to 13, Coed$30Sleepover, swim, gym, games, pizza.

Lowcountry Explorers900 Stony Landing Road, Moncks Corner, SC 29461843-899-5200oldsanteecanalpark.orgJune-July, 9 to 12, Coed$150Education-based camps explore the wonders of the natural world and the rich history found only in the Lowcountry. Exciting park-based programs and field trips by our highly skilled and trained staff will give your child an educational and fun summer camp.

Lowcountry Outdoor Adventures Fishing Camp1314 Old Colony Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-557-3476lowcountryoutdooradventures.com



June-August, 10 to 14, Coed$300Captain Addison will teach, casting, rigging, safety, bait selection, fishing techniques and all skills needed to be successful fishing. Youth will also learn to identify fish species. Captain Addison is a certified SC DNR fishing instructor and is a USCG approved captain.

Mad Science/Girl Scout Badge CampGirl Scout Service Center, North Charleston, SC 29418843-552-9910madscience.org/Charleston July, 6 to 8, Female$100This is a half day camp for Brownies. We will explore the world of science while helping our campers to complete the steps for badges such as Bugs, Home Scientist, Senses, and Inventor.

MLLC Summer 1605 Harbor View Road, Charleston, SC [email protected] 24-28, 6 to 12, Coed$135Martin Luther Lutheran Church on James Island host a Summer Day Camp. Cost includes lunches, water day, and a lock-in.

Marine Mania300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 8 to 11, Coed$275Come be a “Marine Maniac” and investigate our coastal environment. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, we

will go on field trips to several coastal habitats until mid-afternoon. We will also play games, watch movies, make marine crafts, and much more.

Master Storytellers300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 6 to 11, Coed$175Create your own stories. Campers will write or draw their own book and create a physical copy, which includes a hand-made cover. A computer copy of the created book for iPads and/or laptops is included.

Mount Pleasant: Acro-Circus Kids’ CampPark West, Mount Pleasant SC, 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune-August, 4 to 9, Coed $75 resident/$89 nonresident/4-day campAcro-Circus camp includes walking tight wires, juggling, ring skills, parallel bar routines, tumbling, balancing on ladders, balls, and barrels, balloon animals, daily fun activities, giant airball, circus kids bounce, hand art, and lots of silly circus fun.

Mount Pleasant Adventure Sports CampPark West Lake Pavilion1251 Park West Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-849-2061June-August, 10 to 12, Coed$140 resident/$154 nonresident/sessionCome join your friends for an action-packed week. Past activities have included climbing wall, kayaking, archery, tennis lessons, swimming, and some quieter times for games, arts and crafts, and more.

Mount Pleasant Basic Fashion and EtiquettePark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 10-14, 5 to 12, Female$50 resident/$64 nonresidentCome join us in learning about the exciting world of beauty, fashion, and modeling. Learn how to apply make-up and enhance your own natural beauty. Bring your own make-up and applicators.

Mount Pleasant Big Kid JumpnasticsPark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comAugust 12-15, 30 months to 5 years$65 resident/$79 nonresidentJumpnastics gets kids excited about play through developmentally appropriate physical fitness activities. Each day features action songs and music, a variety of fitness “toys” and pretend play that’s guaranteed to get kids moving and grooving.

Mount Pleasant Camp PotpourriR. L. Jones Center391 Egypt Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune- August, 5 to 7, Coed$80 resident/$94 nonresidentCampers will spend their days doing special activities, enjoying arts and crafts, swimming, and playing indoor and outdoor games. All children must bring a bag lunch, swimsuit, and towel daily.

Mount Pleasant Explore SummerPatriots Point

843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune-August, 7 to 11, Coed$150 resident/$164 nonresidentPatriots Point certified instructors and marine biology graduatesEmphasis in this camp is on marine science in the harbor. Campers will do experiments, discuss flight speeds, study water samples in the lab, and learn about erosion and ocean tides.

Mount Pleasant French for KidsG.M. Darby Building302 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comAugust 5 – 9, 3 to 6 Coed$50 resident/$64 nonresidentCome learn French in this fun camp for kids.

Mount Pleasant Glamour and Grace for GirlsG.M. Darby Building 302 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly 8 – 12, 6 to 14, Female$50 resident/$64 nonresidentJoin the exciting world of fashion, traditional etiquette, and modeling. Learn how to apply make-up, enhance your own natural beauty, and grow with poise and grace.

Mount Pleasant Glitz, Glamor and Glam CampR.L. Jones Center, 391 Egypt RoadMount Pleasant SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly 29 – Aug. 2, 6 to 10, Female



$88 resident/$102 nonresidentThis camp will allow girls to experience different and elaborate theme parties each day, A Day at the Spa, Rock Star, Fashion and Glam, and Fiesta.

Mount Pleasant Here Comes the SunPark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly 22-26, 6 to 9, Coed$40 resident/$47 nonresidentLearn the basics of stitchery when you design, dye, then thread your work of a sun inspired self-portrait with various stitches and appliqué. Bring a white or colored hemmed cotton or linen napkin for your own piece of surface design art.

Mount Pleasant Lango “Amazon Jungle Adventure” Park West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly 22–26, 5 to 8, Coed$120 resident/$134 nonresidentThis camp’s fun games, crafts, music, drama, and cultural sports activities are all organized around the 5 Spanish-speaking countries that the Amazon covers. While learning Spanish during special “No English” times, campers will also learn about the biodiversity of the rainforest. Mount Pleasant “Mom, I want to Be a Clown” CampG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 24-28, 5 and up, Coed$75 resident/$89 nonresidentCampers will learn the skills of becoming a “real” clown from a clown expert. Learn everything from applying make-up to juggling, face painting, and circus clown skills.

Mount Pleasant Rock Detectives CampPark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 17-21, 8 to 11, Coed$100 resident/$114 nonresidentChildren will assemble and identify their own rock kit consisting of 10 rock and mineral samples and a hand magnifier. Each day of camp will have a theme, activity, and experiments. During the experiments, children will learn how to form and test a hypothesis.

Mount Pleasant Magic CampG.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St.Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune-August, 7 to 12, Coed $70 resident/$84 nonresident/sessionAmaze your friends and family with your magic tricks. Tricks are all new from last year. Campers are required to purchase the tricks with a $14 materials fee payable to the instructor on the first day of camp.

Mount Pleasant Paper MachePark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly 8-12, 6 to 9, Coed$40 resident/$47 nonresidentBuild a fantastical mask out of recycled paper and a basic armature. Let your imagination go wild. Decorate with feathers, paint, glitter, and foil for a creation to hang or wear.

Mount Pleasant Sailing into SpanishG.M. Darby Building

302 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 17-21, 4 to 7, Coed$50 resident/$64 nonresidentThis camp introduces children to the basics of Spanish. We will learn numbers, the alphabet, the days of the week, everyday phrases, and more.

Mount Pleasant Stuffed Animals CampPark West, Mount Pleasant SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 24-28, 6 to 9, Coed$40 resident/$47 nonresidentCut out, stitch, and embellish a stuffed fabric animal of your own design to give as a gift or have in your home. Learn basic stitches such as the blanket, cross stitch, and daisy chain.

Mount Pleasant Superheroes, Sports and Undercover Spies CampR.L. Jones Center391 Egypt Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 24-28, 5 to 9, Coed$88 resident/$102 nonresidentThis camp will give boys their chance to explore their imaginations through elaborate theme parties each day, Sports mania, superheroes, pirates, Star Wars, and undercover spies.

Mount Pleasant Seashell ArtPark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly 15-19, 6 to 9, Coed$40 resident/$47 nonresidentBring all of your collected seashells. Embellish a frame and box to make a one- of-a kind memory of life at the beach. String shells for jewelry, ornaments, and a mobile.

Mount Pleasant Sewing for Fun CampG.M. Darby Building302 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly, 12 and up, Coed$50 resident/$64 nonresidentCampers will have the opportunity to make a new fun project every day while learning the basics of sewing on a machine and by hand.

Mount Pleasant Skateboard CampMount Pleasant Skatepark, behind the R.L. Jones Center391 Egypt Road, Mount Pleasant SC, 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune-August, 6 to 12, Coed $65 resident/$79 nonresidentBeginners will learn the basics of skateboarding. Those who already know how to skate will learn new tricks. Participants must bring own board, snack, drink, and safety equipment (helmet, knee pads, and elbow pads).

Mount Pleasant Sweetgrass BasketryG.M. Darby Building302 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly-August, 7 and up, Coed$45 resident/$52 nonresidentThis camp is designed to teach campers the age-old art commonly recognized in the Lowcountry. Sweetgrass basketry has been handed down for generations. Learn how to make a basket in this camp. The supplies purchased are to be used during camp

only. Extra supplies are available at an additional cost.

Mount Pleasant Teen Travelers CampPark West Lake Pavilion1251 Park West Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-849-2061tompsc.comJuly 22-26, 10 to 12, Coed$140 resident/$154 nonresidentThis weeklong camp will include crafts, swimming, outdoor activities, and special field trips. Trips will be planned for Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Campers need to bring bathing suit and towel, lunch, and water bottle daily.

Mount Pleasant Tiaras, Halos and WandsR.L. Jones Center391 Egypt Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJuly 29-Aug. 2, 3 to 5, Female$88 resident/$102 nonresidentThis camp will allow girls to experience different and elaborate theme parties each day, Pretty Princess, Tea Time, Fancy Fairy, and Mickey and Minnie Mouse and Mermaids. Campers will dress up and have theme related crafts and games.

Mount Pleasant Wee JumpnasticsPark West, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comAug. 12-15, 18 to 30 months, Coed$40 resident/$47 nonresidentJumpnastics gets kids excited about play through developmentally appropriate physical fitness activities. Each day features action songs and music, a variety of fitness “toys” and pretend play that’s guaranteed to get kids moving and grooving.

Mount Pleasant Wee Kids and Big Kids Karate campG.M. Darby Building302 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune, 3-4, 5-7, 5 to 9, Coed$40 resident/$47 nonresidentIn this camp, children will learn the positive benefits of self discipline, gain confidence, develop coordination, and increase strength and flexibility.

MUSC Wellness Center Ultimate Fun 45 Courtenay Drive, Charleston SC, 294018437920767musc.edu/hSC June-August, 5 to 9, Coed$210Ultimate Fun Day Camp is an active based camp for children ages 5-9 at the MUSC Wellness Center. Core camp activities include tennis, swimming, yoga/pilates, fun fitness games, nutrition education and more.

MUSC Wellness Center Senior NRG Camp45 Courtenay Dr., Charleston SC 29401843-792-0767musc.edu/hSC June-August, 10 to 13, Coed$210MUSC Wellness Center Senior NRG Day Camp is an active based camp for children ages 10-13. The camp’s focus is on NRG (Nutrition, Recreation, and Games).

Music Unlimited Rock Nation300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 10 to 17, Coed$360Join the instructors from Music Unlimited for a week

of music, fun, and learning. The camp will focus on learning to work on other instruments, playing with a band, and songwriting. Students will learn about logos and marketing their music.

Naturalist Adventure 483 W. Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-568-3222KayakCharlestonSC.comJune-July, 6 to 12, Coed$300Activities include kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, hiking, island exploration, touch tanks, red wolves, fishing, crabbing and raptors.

Nature Trailers Summer Camp1163 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412843-722-2996charlestonmuseum.orgJune, 5 to 10, Coed$150Get down and dirty exploring creatures of the marsh and tracking animals along the trail at the Charleston Museum’s Dill Sanctuary, a 580-acre wildlife sanctuary located on James Island along the Stono River.

No Sleeves Magic CampSullivan’s Island Elementary School1120 Rifle Range Road, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464910-200-5300nosleevesmagic.comJune, 7 to 13, Coed$225Warning: Your child might have one of their best summer camp experiences at No Sleeves Magic Camp. Get ready for an adrenaline rush of discovery, games, shows, tricks, field trips and more. This isn’t your ordinary camp ... it’s extraordinary.

North Charleston Camp Sum Fun2500 City Hall Lane, North Charleston SC 29405843-740-5807northcharleston.orgJune-August, 5 to 12, Coed$275Sum Fun provides a safe and fun-filled environment.

Paddleboard & Kayak Summer Camp Safaris83 Center St., Folly Beach, SC 29439843-817-7877CharlestonSUPSafaris.comJune-August, 11 to 16, Coed$300Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard & Kayak on Folly Beach while experiencing hands on marine science; encounter Bottlenose dolphins, loggerhead turtles, and ospreys. No experience necessary, trust the experts with Lifeguard and CPR certifications.

Patriots 122 East Bay St., Charleston, SC 29401843-722-2996charlestonmuseum.orgJune, 7 to 12, Coed$25Become a Patriot for the day by exploring the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, the Powder Magazine, and the Heyward-Washington House. Experience Colonial life by learning the minuet, making musket cartridges, performing drills, and having a tea party.

Out & About300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 9 to 12, Coed$275Join us for a week of day trips in and around the Charleston area. We may visit the beach to boogie-



board or build sandcastles or go to a waterpark. Roller skating, a movie, or a go-cart race may be included.

Palmetto Islands County Park Adventure Camp444 Needlerush Parkway, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-0832ccprc.comJuly, 10 to 12 Coed$204June 10-14, Canoe and Odyssey CourseJune 17-21, Tour SUP and FishJune 17-21, Mountain Bike/Rock ClimbJuly 1-5, Surf Kayak and ArcheryJuly 1-5, Trail Bike and OdysseyJuly 8-12, Sea Kayak and Odyssey CourseJuly 8-12, Whitewater KayakJuly 15-19, Surf Kayak and FitnessJuly 22-26, Surf SUP and ArcheryJuly 22-26, Mountain Bike/Rock Climb July 29-Aug. 2, Sea Kayak, Jr. Naturalist Aug 5-9, Tour SUP and FishAug 5-9, Trail Bike and Archery

Palmetto Islands County Park Beginner Sailing Camp444 Needlerush Parkway, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-0832ccprc.comJune, 10 to 12, Coed$220Beginner Sailing Camp June 24-28 and July 22-26

Palmetto Islands County Park Explorers Camp444 Needlerush Parkway, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-0832ccprc.comJuly, 6 to 9, Coed$160June 10-14, Portal to PortsJune 17-21, Wave CrazeJune 24-28, Beautiful Barriers July 1-5, Spartina TimeJuly 8-12, The Elixir of LifeJuly 15-19, Gullah GrooveJuly 22-26, Building BridgesJuly 29-Aug 2, Environmental EnvyAug. 5-9, Hugo and HeroesAug. 12-16, Folly Fun Day

Pet Pals2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406843-329-1548charlestonanimalsociety.orgJuly-August, 8 to 11, Coed$200Do you want a small pet? Are you interested in unusual pets? Well, this is the week for you. We will learn about caring for small pets, birds and even some exotic animals. Guest visitors are amazing and unusual.

Pet Partners at Work2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406843-329-1548charlestonanimalsociety.orgAugust, 12 to 15, Coed$200Campers will focus on helping the CAS adoption center animals by choosing a cat or dog to work with all week and then trying to help that pet get adopted. Projects will focus on service, and guest speakers will explore service animals, animal control and other topics.

Preschool Camp589 Belle Hall Parkway, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-1244danceanatomystudio.comJune-August, 2 to 5, Coed

$25Indoor/Outdoor themed activities including dancing, basic tumbling, games and arts and crafts.

Raining Cats & Dogs2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406843-329-1548charlestonanimalsociety.orgJune, 8 to 11, Coed$200Are you a dog or cat lover? Then this camp is for you. Each day will feature information, crafts and interactive guest speakers about dogs and cats. Animal interaction with CAS dogs and cats galore.

Ridge Christian Academy2168 Ridge Church Road, Summerville, SC 29483843-879-0544ridgechristian.infoJune-August, 3 to 12, Coed$107We offer small groups, free lunch, weekly field trips, snacks, crafts, movies, and Whirlin Waters water park every week.

Rolly Pollies9730 Dorchester Road, Summerville, SC 294838432610020rpsummervillesc.comJune-August, 3 to 8, Coed$150We offer half day and week long Theme Camps, every week is something new. Try our Building, Science or Fine Arts Camps to bring out the budding engineer/scientist/artist/dancer or thespian in your child. More themed camps to come. Try one or try them all.

Sol Surfers Surf Camp, Folly Beach1170 Lazy Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-881-6700solsurfers.netJune-August, 7 to 17, Coed$310Surf Camp for kids.

St. Andrew’s Parks Afternoon Adventures1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune-August, 5 to 14, Coed$80Pair this camp with any of our morning camps and you have an all day camp any child would love. Campers are divided into age groups and enjoy fun field trips, swimming, games and activities. Weekly schedule will include two trips to our indoor pool.

St. Andrew’s Parks Baby-sitting 101 Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJuly-August, 11 to 13, Coed$150This comprehensive camp will teach you how to safely care for young children (feeding, diapering, etc), CPR, basic first aid, care for a choking infant or child, preventing behavioral problems, behavioral management, injury prevention, ethics and babysitting.

St. Andrew’s Parks Camp Remix1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune-August, 6 to 12, Coed$150Each session of Camp Remix runs two weeks. Campers make new friends through multiple activities. Campers break into age groups and rotate through a variety of

stations during the day. Schedule includes tennis, two trips to the pool and a field trip.

St. Andrew’s Parks Challenge Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJuly, 8 to 12, Coed$70Challenge your mind and body at the camp everyone will be talking about. We mixed the hit shows “Survivor,” the “Amazing Race” and the “Apprentice” into a fun, exciting week of camp.

St. Andrew’s Parks Counselor in Training Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune-August, 13 to 15, Coed$220Camp builds leadership skills in the field of recreation during the two week session. Under the guidance of our program director and camp counselors, CITs learn what it takes to be a summer camp counselor.

St. Andrew’s Parks Dancing Stars Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune, 3 to 8, Coed$110This educational and developmental dance camp incorporates ballet techniques, skills and posture; balance; gross and fine motor development; flexibility; grace; and poise. The camp will have a recital performance on Friday.

St. Andrew’s Parks “Doing the Charleston” Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJuly - August, 10 to 14, Coed$225Charleston has great historical relevance, but do you know why Charleston is still so popular today? This camp features daily field trips and fun activities to discover the charm of Charleston.

St. Andrew’s Parks Fashionista Week1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJuly-August, 10 to 14, Coed$70Become a real fashionista and learn all about current fashion and trends. Camp includes a field trip to a local retail business that implements the newest trends. Campers will also have the chance to design their own piece of apparel and/or jewelry.

St. Andrew’s Parks Fishing Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune-August, 8 to 12, Coed$160Bring your fishing pole for a “reel” good time. Each session, campers travel all over the Charleston area to fish and crab.The group will leave every morning by 9:30 a.m. so promptness is important. Only 12 campers per session; register early.

St. Andrew’s Parks Geocaching Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune-August, 8 to 12, Coed$70Geocaching is a high tech version of hide and go seek.

People place caches (treasures) in secret places with GPS coordinates and campers go out to find them.

St. Andrew’s Parks Half Video Games/Half Exercise1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune-August, 8 to 14, Coed$160Half & Half Camp is more interactive than ever. We have all the latest systems with tons of games to play for each. Half & Half Camp mixes the social interaction and fun of playing video games with plenty of exercise and outdoor activity.

St. Andrew’s Parks “Happy Hoppers” Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJuly, 8 to 12, Coed$120Going out of town for a long July Fourth weekend? This camp is only three days, but it’s maxxed out with fun. Each day happy campers will be hopping (traveling) to area attractions like Frankie’s Fun Park, Whirlin’ Waters and Monkey Joe’s.

St. Andrew’s Parks Jewelry and Gems Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune-August, 8 to 12, Coed$80Learn how to make fun jewelry using beads, feathers, charms and gems. Campers will make earrings, necklaces, bracelets and more during this camp. Be prepared to use your imagination.

St. Andrew’s Parks Magic Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune, 7 to 12, Coed$96Learn some magic tricks and make new friends this summer. Camp presented by local magician Van Doren. New tricks added each year for returning magicians. An all-day option is available for an additional $90 to make this a 9 a.m.-5 p.m. camp.

St. Andrew’s Parks “Party Girl” Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJuly - August, 4 to 7, Coed$80Let’s take the traditional little girl’s tea party up a level. The girls will plan, make invitations and thank you-notes, decorate (balloons, flowers, party crafts), and create table scapes.

St. Andrew’s Parks Ponderosa Camp 845 Corral Dr., Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune-August, 6 to 12, Coed$75Ponderosa community building hosts a summer camp program again this year. This camp features indoor & outdoor games, sports, arts & crafts, swimming, field trips and much more. Free lunch served daily. St. Andrew’s Parks Super Powers Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJuly-August, 8 to 12, Coed$150What are the keys to success? This camp incorporates



games and activities that enable campers to develop successful strategies and principles.

St. Julian Devine Kids Alive1 Cooper St., Charleston, SC 29403843-724-7350charleston-sc.gov/recreationJune-August, 5 to 12, Coed$125A fun-filled eight-week summer camp, geared towards providing structured educational programs that builds character, fun arts & crafts, swimming, sports, indoor and out door activities. Registration: 10 a.m. April 1.

Summer Camp25 Ann St., Charleston, SC 29403843-853-8962explorecml.orgJune-August, 3 to 10, Coed$250Weekly camps run from May 20-August 16. Half-day and full days are available. At the end of each day, every camper goes home with at least one completed project. Different theme each week.

Summer Camp Charleston 569 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC [email protected], 1 to 15, Coed$100Striving for greatness in downtown Charleston. Summer reading and math program. Field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, movies, cooking, and much more.

Summer Fun on the Island1088 Quail Dr., Charleston, SC 29412843-795-5678charleston-sc.gov/recreationJune-August, 6 to 12, Coed$150A $50 nonrefundable deposit required for each session. This comprehensive summer day camp includes fitness activities, swimming, arts and crafts, games, capoeira classes and sports. Four two-week sessions are scheduled.

Summerville YMCA at The Ponds Camp Discovery101 Pottery Circle, Summerville, SC 29483843-771-2937summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 5 to 12, Coed$50 Registration Fee, $105/members, $160/potential members

Summerville YMCA Charleston Tour900 Crosscreek Dr.Summerville SC 29485843-871-5011summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 5 to 15, Coed$95Tour historic Charleston. Prices vary.

Summerville YMCA at The Ponds CIT Camp101 Pottery Circle, Summerville SC 29483843-771-2937summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 13 to 15, Coed$65Counselor in Training Camp for ages 13-15. Teens will learn what it takes to be a counselor, while having fun at the same time. Cost is $65/members and $125/potential members

Summerville YMCA at The Ponds Equestrian Camp101 Pottery Circle, Summerville SC 29483843-771-2937

summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 6 to 15, Coed$245Horseback lessons at Fair Spring Stables in the mornings and swimming and games in the afternoons, with a field trip (TBD) on Friday. Cost is $240/members and $285/potential members.

Summerville YMCA Fishing Camp900 Crosscreek Dr., Summerville, SC 29485843-871-5011summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 8 to 15, Coed$95Fish a different spot each day. Prices vary.

Summerville YMCA at The Ponds Kayaking Camp101 Pottery Circle, Summerville, SC 29483843-771-2937summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 9 to 15, Coed$135Learn about basic kayaking skills, safety lessons, and nature, with a trip down the Edisto River on the last day. Cost is $135/members and $165/potential members. Extended hours in day camp are available for an additional cost.

Summerville Family YMCA at The Ponds Science Camp101 Pottery Circle, Summerville, SC 29483843-849-9599summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 6 to 12, Coed$75All kinds of science. Different experiments each day. Cost is $75/members and $100/potential members. Extended hours in day camp are available at an additional cost.

Summerville YMCA Outdoor Adventure900 Cross Creek Dr., Summerville, SC 29485843-871-5011summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 8 to 15, Coed$95Different state park everyday. Prices vary.Summerville Y Camp 2013900 Cross Creek Dr., Summerville, SC 29485843-871-5011summervilleymca.org.June-August, 5 to 12, Coed$105Games, crafts and swimming. Prices vary.

Summerville Y Teen Camp 2013900 Cross Creek Dr., Summerville, SC 29485843-871-5011summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 13 to 15, Coed$105Service projects, field trips and swimming. Prices vary.

Teacups and Trucks Theme CampsP.O. Box 51275, Summerville, SC 294858434693593teacupsandtrucks.comJune-August, 3 to 10, Coed$80Rockstar, Star Wars, Spa, Princess, Spies, Superheroes, Mermaids and more. Theme camps hosted right in your own home. You invite your guests and we do the rest. Free enrollment for your children if you host.

Tuxbury Farm Equestrian Camp698 Tuxbury Farm Road, Wando, SC 29492843-509-2606tuxburyfarm.com

June-July, 5 to 14, Coed$295All about HORSES. Intro for 5 and up available. Daily riding and hands-on experience with horses. Small groups - big fun.

Wannamaker County Park Explorers Camp8888 University Blvd., North Charleston, SC 29406843-572-7275ccprc.comJune, 6 to 9, Coed$160June 10-14, Portal to PortsJune 17-21, Wave CrazeJune 24-28, Beautiful Barriers July 1-5, Spartina TimeJuly 8-12, The Elixir of LifeJuly 15-19, Gullah GrooveJuly 22-26, Building BridgesJuly 29-Aug. 2, Environmental EnvyAug. 5-9, Hugo and HeroesAug. 12-16, Folly Fun Day

Veterinary Animal Advocate2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406843-329-1548charlestonanimalsociety.orgJuly, 12 to 14, Coed$225Are you interested in veterinary medicine but not sure you want to be a vet? Do you like to interact with animals? This camp touches on real life animal issues.

Vet Camp, Advanced2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406843-329-1548charlestonanimalsociety.orgJune, 15 to 18, Coed$275This academic camp provides a wonderful introduction to veterinary medicine and is a perfect step for any high school student interested in a career in this field. Classroom time will be balanced with opportunities for observation and involvement.

Write of Summer420 King St., Charleston, SC 29403843-722-2666writeofsummer.comJune-August, 8 to 18, Coed$165Back for its eleventh year in the Lowcountry, Write of Summer is Blue Bicycle Book’s creative writing camp for kids. In 2013, store owner Jonathan Sanchez and Sara Peck will lead six week-long sessions downtown and in Mount Pleasant.

YMCA Camp Discovery at The Ponds101 Pottery Circle, Summerville, SC 29483843-771-2937summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 5 to 12, Coed$105Games, crafts, character values, new friends and more. Bring the kids for a fun time in the sun at Camp Discovery. The cost is $105/wk for members and $160/wk for potential members. There is a one-time nonrefundable $50 registration fee.

SportsAshley Hall’s Panther Volleyball Camp172 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403843-965-8480ashleyhall.org/summer.phpJune, 9 to 12 and 12 to 14, Female$125Campers will learn fundamental skills such as proper serving, passing, setting, and hitting techniques.

Offensive and defensive strategies introduced. Sessions offered with age-appropriate instruction for all.

Ashley Hall’s Panther Basketball Shooting Camp172 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403843-965-8480ashleyhall.org/summer.phpJune, 9 to 12, 12 to 14 and 12 to 18, Female$125Campers will learn the fundamentals of shooting. Instruction will begin with the proper form and then work towards shooting off the pass and off the dribble. Position shooting will be incorporated as well. Sessions offered with age-appropriate instruction

Ashley Hall’s Panther Individual Basketball Camp172 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403843-965-8480ashleyhall.org/summer.phpJuly, 9 to 12 and 12 to 18, Female$125Campers will learn fundamental skills such as ball handling, passing, shooting, and defensive techniques. Offensive and defensive strategies introduced. Sessions offered with age-appropriate instruction for all. Ashley Hall’s Summer Swimming 2013172 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403843-965-8480ashleyhall.org/summer.phpJune, 3 to 5 and 5 to 7, Coed$90Children will enjoy five fun filled lessons, learning the basic fundamentals of swimming, which may include blowing bubbles, diving, treading water, front and back crawl, and other fun things.

Ashley Hall’s T3 Lacrosse Girls Camp3289 Plow Ground Road, Johns Island, SC 29455843-965-8480ashleyhall.org/summer.phpJune, 6 to 9 and 9 to 18, Female$75Three days of action-packed learning in a fun and competitive environment. The highly experienced elite coaching staff of T3 Lacrosse is coming to Charleston to teach all levels of players.

Battling Bishops Youth Football Camp363 Seven Farms Dr., Charleston, SC 29492843-849-9599besports.netJune-July, 7 to 15, Male$90Campers will be taught the fundamentals of football by coaches and players from the back to back state champion BE football team. They will also compete in different skill events and will play flag football each day.

Bethany UMC Summer Sports Camps118 W. 3rd South St., Summerville, SC 29483843-873-7261BethanyGym.comJune-July, 6 to 12, Coed$135Our camps teach the fundamentals of the sport while having fun in a Christian environment with experienced adult coaches. The camps include 3 basketball camps and 2 soccer camps for ages 6-12. Also one volleyball camp for 4th-10th grade.

Bishops Baseball Camp363 Seven Farms Dr., Charleston, SC 29492843-849-9599besports.netJune-July, 8 to 16, Male



$150Campers will be taught the fundamentals of baseball by players and coaches of the baseball team. Session 1 is June 24-28, Session 2 is July 15-19. It’s $150 for 1 session and $250 for both.

Bishops Boys Basketball Camp363 Seven Farms Dr., Charleston, SC 29492843-849-9599besports.netJune, 9 to 16, Male$150Campers will be taught fundamentals of basketball by players and coaches from the boys basketball team. They will compete in 1 on 1, 3 on 3 and 5 on 5. Camp is June 17-21 in the BEHS gym.

Bishops Girls Basketball Camp363 Seven Farms Dr., Charleston, SC 29492843-849-9599besports.netJune, 10 to 16, Female$150Campers will be taught fundamentals of basketball by players and coaches from the state champion girls basketball team. They will compete in 1 on 1, 3 on 3 and 5 on 5. Camp is June 10-14 in the BEHS gym.

Bulldogs Baseball Clinic300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 6 to 17, Male$195Campers will learn the proper techniques and fundamentals of baseball. Activities will include a home run contest, defensive drills, base running techniques, hitting drills, bunting techniques, and game situations.

Camp Walk-A-Lot1414 Cecilia Dr., Charleston, SC [email protected], 5 to 14, Coed$80This summer camp promotes wellness and educational opportunities through daily walking. Morning and afternoon walks will be taken in various locations throughout the lowcountry. To enhance our walking experiences, reading, math and/or science activities.

Choice Gymnastics Summer Camp220 Varnfield Dr., Summerville, SC 294838432616161choicegymnastics.comJune-August, 4 to 14, Coed$100Gymnastics and fitness fun for active kids.

Chuck Driesell Basketball Academy300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 7 to 13, Coed$205Join us for a week of basketball fundamentals. Campers will be grouped by age and ability. This camp will help develop you into a well-rounded and complete player.

Citadel Baseball Camp300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-556-3620citadelsports.comJune, 7 to 14, Coed$195Baseball camp hosted by The Citadel at Porter-Gaud.

Citadel Soccer Centers171 Moultrie St., Charleston SC 29466843-953-5844citadelsoccercamp.com June, 4 to 12, Coed$135Fun and Learning take place in this soccer camp.

Clemson Tiger Tennis CampPO Box 1251, Clemson, SC 29633864-985-3969clemsontenniscamp.com June, 9 to 17, Coed$425For players looking to make significant improvements.

Coach A’s Girls Basketball CampCollege of Charleston, 301 Meeting St.Charleston, SC 29401843-953-4371cofcsports.comJune, 8 to 18, Female$150Day camp for girls where players learn to dribble, pass, shoot defend and be a part of a team. Games, races and lots of one-on-one attention assure a fun time.

College of Charleston Basketball Camp301 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29401843-953-3081cofcbasketball.comJune, 6 to 18, Male$280Designed to teach campers basketball skills.

College of Charleston Volleyball Camp66 George St., Charleston, SC 29424843-953-8246cougarvolleyballcamp.comJuly, 12 to 18, Female$350Come learn all the skills needed for volleyball.

Cyclone Championship Youth Football300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 7 to 13, Male$150This camp features safe, non-contact football instruction.The emphasis will be on the fundamentals of football.Individual and group instruction based on age and skill level is provided.

Cyclone High School Football300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 14 to 18, Male$150This camp will provide participants a solid foundation of offense, defense, and special team fundamentals and the techniques to excel at each specific position. Lectures, demonstrations and drills are presented daily.

Cyclone Middle School Football300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 11 to 13, Male$150This camp features safe, noncontact instruction. The camp is designed for experienced players as well as newcomers to the game. The emphasis will be on the fundamentals of football and having fun.

Cyclone Speed Camp300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727

portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 11 to 17, Coed$150Speed Camp will involve classroom instruction in the mechanics of speed, video presentations, learning and practicing speed drills, and both learn-by-doing and measurement of speed related attributes. This camp is about running fast.

Cyclone Soccer Camp300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune-July, 13 to 17, Coed$50Join us for this competitive camp designed for high school players. Each session will cover technical, tactical and team aspects of the game. A unique feature of the camp is the two-day speed, agility/weight room.

Fencing300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune-August, 11 to 17, Coed$236Come and learn the art and science of epee fencing. Campers will be taught the fundamentals of fencing form and strategy. Instruction will be in fencing technique, tactics, and psychology.

Father/Son Camp171 Moultrie St., Charleston, SC 29409843-953-7265citadelsports.comJune, 5 to 14, Male$375Enjoy a weekend getaway hosted by The Citadel. FLIP Gymnastics300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 6 to 11, Coed$175Enjoy a weeklong program in the sport of gymnastics. Instruction will include skills on floor, vault, balance beam, and bars.

Fundamentals of Baseball171 Moultrie St., Charleston, SC 29409 843-953-7265, citadelsports.comJune, 7 to 18, Coed$195Baseball camp hosted by The Citadel baseball. Funtastic Tumbling/Trampoline Camp9549 Hamburg Road., Ladson, SC 29456843-875-5489davitasfuntasticgymnastics.comJune, 5 to 18, Coed$100Cartwheels, round-offs, back handsprings and more.

Fun-Tastic Tennis300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune-July, 6 to 8, Coed$150This camp is designed for the beginning player as well as the young player who wants to improve.The emphasis will be on the fun phase of tennis learning and instruction.

Girls Basketball Camp300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727

portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 9 to 13, Female$125Come learn the fundamentals of basketball by doing the same drills as the Porter-Gaud Varsity team. Campers will work with current players and coaches to improve their skills.

Golf Camp at Charleston National Practice Facility4157 Victory Pointe Dr., Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-819-5209 scottsworldofgolf.comJune-August, 4 to 13, Coed$195 Scott Rosenthal, South Carolina’s “Golf Coach of the Year” and his staff will teach boys and girls the fundamentals of golf. For players of all levels, the program will develop individual skills in a fun, encouraging atmosphere. Campers don’t need clubs.

Gymnastics Academy of Chas. Summer Gymnastics444 Deanna Lane Ste A, Charleston, SC 29492843-856-2200gacgym.comJune-August, 6 to 12, Coed$175Come join us for a fun gymnastics day camp. We offer instruction in gymnastics, games, play inside in ground foam training pits, and themed activites each week. Camps will run from June until August.

Gymnastics Camp205 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville, SC 29483843-821-2727 summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 5 to 13, Coed$70Week of gymnastics drills, skills & games.Kimberly Howell, [email protected]

Khris Middleton Basketball Camp300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 9 to 13, Coed$200Khris Middleton of the Detroit Pistons is offering a three-day basketball clinic. Come learn the skills you will need to take your game to the next level.

Legacy Farms Horsemanship Camp345 Mentor St., Summerville, SC 29483843-875-4188legacy-farms-summerville.comJune-July, 6 to 14, Coed$250Riding, horse care, crafts and games. Certified instructors. Indoor arena for all-weather riding. Weeklong sessions starting June 10. Limited Saturday only camps available in July. Special beginners short camp July 1-3. Open to all riding ability levels. Mason Prep/Wesley Horne Basketball Camp56 Halsey Blvd., Charleston, SC 29401843-723-8876masonprep.org/athleticsJune-July, 7 to 14, Coed$150-175Basketball Camp at Mason Prep School with Wesley Horne. Boys, girls and coed.

Mason Prep/Wesley Horne Basketball Camp56 Halsey Blvd., Charleston, SC 29401843-723-8876masonprep.org/athleticsJune, 7 to 9 Coed$150Mason Prep Soccer Camp with Kevin Jackson56 Halsey Blvd., Charleston, SC 29401

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843-723-8876masonprep.org/athleticsJune, 7 to 10, Coed$195Kevin Jackson’s developmental/Elite Futsal Soccer.

Mason Prep Volleyball Camp with Mary Jo Stemple56 Halsey Blvd., Charleston, SC 29401843-723-8876masonprep.org/athleticsAugust, 12 to 14, Female$135Volleyball camp for girls.

Masters Studios Karate Camp1888 Wallenberg Blvd., Charleston, SC 29407843-766-4376mastersstudios.comJune-August, 4 to 13, Coed$175Beginners welcome, five locations. Our program focuses on building character and developing physical skills in a fun atmosphere. Porter-Gaud Basketball Camp300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 14 to 17, Male$175This camp is designed for Porter-Gaud upcoming and prospective JV basketball players. There will be games throughout the week to test the players skills.

Porter-Gaud Lacrosse Summer League300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727

portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 15 to 18, Male$100The purpose of this clinic is to play the game of lacrosse. Each evening the varsity lacrosse coaching staff will officiate a 100-minute game. Players must have their own equipment.

Preschool Gymnastics Camp205 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville, SC 29483843-821-2727, summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 3 to 4, Coed$60Week of gymnastics drills, skills & games.

Purple Camp for the Tiger CubsPO Box 1251, Clemson, SC 29633864-985-3969clemsontenniscamp.comJune, 4 to 8, Coed$250This camp is an introduction to the game of tennis for ages 4-8. The basic strokes are taught while motor skills, hand-eye coordination and footwork are developed in a fun filled environment.

Ralph Lundy Soccer Academy3134 Ball Court, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466843-478-0214ralphlundy.comJune-July, 9 to 18, Coed$525Challenging, competitive, fun, soccer academy.

Ready, Set, Play300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727

portergaud.edu/summer programsAugust, 5 to 8, Coed$210This camp is the ultimate youth games program. Soccer, basketball, and kickball will be played. We will also play unique games such as capture the objects, pinball, limbo and soccer tag just to name a few.

RiverDogs Baseball Camp360 Fishburne St.Charleston, SC 29403843-723-7241riverdogs.comJune-July, 6 to 12, Coed$150Learn from RiverDogs players and coaches.

Soccer Camp300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJuly, 6 to 8, Coed$150Join Jackson Soccer Development for nonstop soccer fun. Each day consist of group and individual skills, fun games, and overall soccer development.

St. Andrew’s Parks Golf Camp 20 Dunvegan Dr., Charleston, SC 29414843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune-August, 7 to 14, Coed$153Shadowmoss Plantation Golf Club pros will teach the fundamentals of golf from etiquette to the swing. Camp is designed for all levels. Bring your own clubs or some will be provided.

St. Andrew’s Parks Advanced Tennis Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJuly-August, 9 to 16, Coed$110Camp is for players interested in moving their games to the next level. Instruction will help players develop more confidence and consistency in their game.

St. Andrew’s Parks All Star Cheer Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJuly, 3 to 8, Coed$110Our cheerleading camps are designed for kids who want to experience the thrill of spirit and develop talent, coordination, skills and self-esteem.

St. Andrew’s Parks Tennis Camp1095 Playground Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-763-4360standrewsparks.comJune-August, 5 to 14, Coed$80St. Andrew’s tennis camp is designed for kids looking to improve their skills and progress in the sport. Our camp is taught by professional tennis players.

Summerville YMCA at The Ponds Basketball Camp101 Pottery Circle, Summerville, SC 29483843-771-2937summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 5 to 15, Coed$55Basketball Camps for ages 5-8 and 9-15. Games and drills will be used to teach the basics of the sport, promote fitness, and have fun.

Summerville YMCA at The Ponds Cheerleading

101 Pottery Circle, Summerville, SC 29483843-771-2937summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 5 to 12, Coed$55Cheerleading Camps for ages 5-12. Basic cheer and tumbling routines will be taught, with a show for the parents the last day. Cost is $55/members and $85/potential members.

Summerville YMCA at The Ponds All-Sports Camp101 Pottery Circle, Summerville, SC 29483843-771-2937summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 9 to 15, Coed$55Fun and drills with 2 different sports each day. Learn the basics of a variety of sports, from soccer to ultimate frisbee. Cost is $55/members and $85/potential members.

Summerville YMCA Soccer Clinic900 Crosscreek Dr., Summerville, SC 29485843-871-5011summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 5 to 12, Coed$65Fun drills and play games. Price varies.

Wrestling Camp205 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville, SC 29483843-821-2727, summervilleymca.orgJune-August, 8 to 15, Male$60Week of wrestling drills and match on Friday. Surfing Camp300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 9 to 14, Coed$200Come and learn about the history, lingo, safety, and rules of surfing. Of course, there will be lots of surfing!

Snee Farm Tennis/Golf/Windsurf/Kayak Camp1200 Club Dr., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-3252, sneefarmtennis.comJune-August, 5 to 14, Coed$225

Trophy Lakes Water Sports3050 Marlin Road, Johns Island, SC 29455843-559-2520TrophyLakes.comJune-August, 6 to 16, Coed$80Three lessons of any towable watersport.

Volleyball CampWando High School Gym 1000 Warrior Way, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-884-2528townofmountpleasant.comJune 10 – 13, 8 to 16$135 resident/$149 nonresidentJoin Alexis Glover and her staff for her annual volleyball camp. Beginner and experienced players will learn serves, offensive and defensive techniques, and scoring.

Volleyball Camp300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407843-402-4727portergaud.edu/summer programsJune, 11 to 17, Female$150Volleyball camps for middle and high school girls are being offered. The Middle School camp will focus on proper forms of passing, setting, hitting, and serving.

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BY EMMA JOHNSONwww.RetailMeNot.com

All day long, I write preachy stories about what people should do with their money. So it only seems right that I set up the best college funds for my kids. It’s now clear to their mom that these brilliant preschool-ers, ages 2 and 4, are destined for the Ivy League. So one would assume that by using a few online calculators, I could approxi-mate the sum I need to embezzle from a multinational corporation to cover future tuition bills.

Yet there are so many variants to these figures: What if one of them gets a full ride to Cornell? What if the local college is a better fit? What if they decide to pursue entrepreneurship in lieu of a formal educa-tion? What if they drop out of the 10th

grade to spend their youth on a commune in Costa Rica? Even as kids get into

school, it’s difficult to figure out how much to save for their future. God

forbid you save too much — then what?

I reached out to a few experts to get some guidance on how to esti-

mate future higher-ed costs.“It can be so hard to predict your

future college expenses, to know where your child will be academi-cally,” says Kalman Chany, author

of “Paying for College Without Going Broke” and a college financial aid con-

sultant. “When their kids are 2, everyone

thinks their child is destined for Harvard. (Guilty!) Instead of getting hung up on the exact numbers, the most important thing is to regularly set aside money.”

Joseph Hurley, founder and CEO of SavingForCollege.com, a leading site on 529 plans, suggests investing at least the $25 monthly minimum into one such fund. “Now, $25 a month will not get you all that far toward the cost of college, but it will certainly help some, and it will always be a reminder of the need to save for college, so that contributions may be increased in the future,” Hurley says. Chany seconds Hur-ley’s cry to save regularly for college, plus designate any windfall like a bonus at work or inheritance to the cause.

Here are a few basics for getting a grip on your family’s future college costs. First, check out the SavingForCollege.com calcu-lator to get an idea of what college will cost, and how much you need to be saving now.

Once your kids are in middle school, you can get a sense of where they are headed academically, Chany says. Aside from their interests and motivations, consider you and your spouse’s academic and professional accomplishments as well as the post-high school paths of the kids in your neighbor-hood and school. The College Board runs extensive reports that link family income and education to a child’s education path.

Then map out a savings plan. This can be a mix of 529 plans, IRAs and loan plans. But Chany mentions two surprising points:

1. “The most important thing is to figure

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out their chances of getting need-based financial aid,” Chany says. “Even that is hard to figure out _ you have no idea what your job will be, if you’ll be mar-ried or disabled.” But getting a sense of whether you could afford to pay for college outright or will struggle to make it happen determines how you will save.

For example, avoid investing in a trust fund or custodial account in the child’s name, as financial aid offices assess these ac-counts at as much as 25 percent. Mean-while, parents’ assets are assessed at just 5.5 percent, Chany says. So say you have $100,000 in your retirement account. The most you will be assessed at as $5,500, while a custodial account with the same investment would be assessed at $25,000. “The biggest mistake you can make is to not save anything just so you get more aid,” Chany says.

2. Prioritize your retirement savings. Time and again, experts recycle the same clever quote: “You can take out loans for college, but you can’t take out loans for retirement.” Sacrificing your retirement savings for your kids’ education can result in a family-wide burden _ your kids might be forced to finance their mom and dad’s retirement for decades _ a much bigger burden than even student loans.

Chany urges parents to maximize any employer match and shift their focus to IRAs, as these allow investors to take out money penalty-free for college expenses. “Plus, the overwhelming majority of schools don’t look at retirement accounts when calculating financial aid,” he says.

Most parents default to 529 college sav-ings plans. The benefits of a 529 plan are that in most states, you can get a break on state taxes for any contributions, and you’re not taxed on any gains on your investment. Plus, if you find you saved too much, you can redirect those funds to another family member or withdraw the excess and pay tax and a 10 percent penalty on any gains.

Chany suggests other ways to think about money earmarked for college. Consider investing in your own education, which

will likely boost your earning potential and establish a prece-dence of education as a priority at home. Also, consider invest-ing discretionary in-come in a home in a good school district, which will improve access to academic programs and the ex-tracurricular activi-ties that universities look for.

One shining example of college planning is Agapios Kyritsis and his fam-ily. They currently have $150,000 saved and plan to

invest $700,000 in the college educa-tion of their three daughters who are now all teenagers. The Mountain Lakes, New Jersey family has had about $25,000 to invest in each of the last 10 years and plans to put that sum toward tuition and student loans going forward. The oldest daughter, Evie, 17, is a high school senior and was just accepted into the Massachu-setts Institute of Technology, which costs $60,000 a year.

“College planning has been a long-term process,” says Kyritsis, who owns a restau-rant. His wife is an accountant. “The key is not to be blindsided by your kids’ plans. We’re close to our daughters and know what their interests and strengths are. But we’re also really concerned about the return on investment. We’re not interested in just plowing money into college and telling our kids to go find themselves.”

Instead, the girls know that they must maintain their grades but are free to pursue whatever course of study at whatever school makes the most sense for them. Evie plans to be an engineer, and MIT grads in this field often earn six figures right after gradu-ation, her father says. “We tell them that paying for college is our pleasure, but they must appreciate it _ college is not an en-titlement,” Kyritsis says. As such, each kid will be responsible for some student loans “to keep them on edge,” he says. “But at the end of the day, my wife and I will take care of everything.” Just don’t tell them.

Emma Johnson lives in New York City, where she writes about the intersect of money and life for RetailMeNot.com. Dis-tributed by MCT Information Services.


“The key is not to be blindsided by your kids’ plans. We’re

close to our daughters and know what their interests and strengths are. But we’re also really concerned about the return on invest-ment. We’re not interested in just plowing money into college and telling our kids to go find themselves.”— Agapios Kyritsis, father

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BY DAVID [email protected]

South Carolina’s Future Scholar plan is a good option for college savings, offering tax benefits for state residents whether they are saving for future expenses or paying tuition bills right now.

Future Scholar is South Carolina’s 529 plan. A 529 plan (named for section 529 of the federal tax code), or “qualified tuition program,” is a federally sanctioned college savings plan.

Think of a 529 plan like a retirement plan, but for college.

As with a Roth IRA, contributions can be invested in different ways, and there are no taxes due on investment gains when the money is withdrawn, so long as it’s used for the intended purpose.

In a 529 plan, the intended purpose is paying for the named beneficiary’s educa-tion expenses. Nonqualified withdrawals can trigger a 10 percent penalty, and taxes on earnings.

Unlike an IRA, South Carolina residents with a Future Scholar account can claim a state tax deduction for the amount they put in. For most people, that means getting 7 percent of the money back, and there’s no waiting period before you can use the con-tributed funds.

That’s a very important feature of South Carolina’s 529 plan. People can put money in, take it right back out and still get the tax deduction. That means people with kids in

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college right now can use Future Scholar to get some tax savings by contributing funds to a Future Scholar account before using those funds to pay for tuition or even room and board.

A 529 plan is not a prepaid tuition plan. States including South Carolina used to offer prepaid tuition plans but shut them down to new investors years ago after find-ing that plan investments could not keep pace with rising college costs.

Key pointsThe funds in a 529 account are con-

trolled by the owner of the fund, not the beneficiary. The account owner is typically a parent or grandparent.

Funds in a 529 plan can be used for higher education expense at accredited institutions in any state.

Eligible expenses include tuition, fees, room, board, books, supplies and equip-ment.

If funds aren’t needed for the original beneficiary of the account, a different one can be named.

If the intended beneficiary receives scholarship money, an equal amount can be withdrawn from the 529 plan without

the 10 percent penalty, but the withdrawal would be taxed.

Any taxes and penalties apply only to the earnings, not to the money you contributed.

Funds in a 529 plan are counted as parental assets in federal financial aid calculations, which is more favorable than having funds counted as the college-going child’s assets. That means just 5.64 percent of the 529 plan balance would be counted in the aid calculations, and qualified withdrawals aren’t counted as income.

You can contribute to a Future Scholar account up to April 15 and count the con-tribution as a state tax deduction for the previous year.

A contribution of up to $70,000 ($140,000 for married couples) can be made to a 529 plan within a single five-year period, without triggering federal gift taxes.

The South Carolina tax deduction can help in planning 529 contributions.

For example, someone who decides to contribute $100 a month ($1,200 a year) would save $84 in S.C income tax — nearly enough to cover one of those monthly payments. Think of it like the matching

funds that some companies offer for 401k contributions. How to invest

You can set up a Future Scholar account online, download enrollment forms, or call 888-244-5674. You could have a financial adviser set up an account, but there are fees involved with going through an advi-sor plus higher ongoing fund expenses.

There are no fees for setting up a “direct” account yourself, other than the small man-agement fees associated with being invested in the different funds. Management fees, typically a fraction of one percent of the value of your holdings, are taken from the fund balances.

The Future Scholar direct option offers 20 investment portfolios, or funds, ranging from all-stock and all-bond funds to port-folios that offer different mixes of stocks, bonds and cash. That’s a lot of choices, but it’s not as complicated as it sounds.

College savers have the option of choosing a fund designed to put the decision-making process on auto-pilot. The age-based port-folio adjusts the blend of stocks, bonds and cash based on the age of the child the fund is meant for, making the investments more

conservative as college approaches. Savers can further specify if they want an aggres-sive, moderate or conservative age-based portfolio.

For those who want to take a more hands-on approach, there are 17 remaining choices.

The most aggressive funds reflect the sort of risk seen in the broad stock market. For example, the “Aggressive Growth Portfolio” lost 38.6 percent of its value in 2009, when the stock market plunged, then gained 28.7 percent in 2010 when the market recovered.

On the other end of the spectrum, the least aggressive fund, the Legacy Capital Preservation Portfolio, gained between 1.5 and 4.4 percent in each of the past five years. All funds carry some risk, and only the low-yielding Bank Deposit fund is federally insured against losses.

Money can only be moved between funds just once a year. Making regular monthly contributions, which you can set up to take place automatically, reduces the risk of investing at an inopportune time.

Reach David Slade at 937-5552 or Twitter @DSladeNews.

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