Des Plaines Park District Summer Camp Guide 2012

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Des Plaines Park District • 847-391-5700 • DPParks.org • Complete Summer Camp registration information is on page 8.

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Lake Park CampsBeautiful Lake Park now is the site of three wonderful camps! Visit our website at www.DPParks.org, where you can download all summer camp information. Parent Information Packets are also available at the Leisure Center, or call 847-391-5700 and we’ll be happy to mail one to you.

Camp Chickagami at Lake ParkAges 6–14 • Our most popular camp!This camp gives the camper the true day camp experience filled with action packed days to keep the campers busy and wanting to come back for more! Activities include: swimming, sports and games, fishing, paddle boats, crafts, learning about nature, special events, two weekly field trips, and more! Camper receives one shirt per summer, which they are required to wear on all field trips. Extra shirts may be purchased for $6.Please note: Lunch is not provided. Campers should bring a sack lunch or money to purchase lunch on the trips.Min/Max: 20/120Lake Park, 9:00am–4:00pmOne-week sessionsR: $114/NR: $141 After 5/13: R: $120/NR: $147Session 1 6/4–6/8 # 1-65201-1Session 2 6/11–6/15 # 1-65201-2Session 3 6/18–6/22 # 1-65201-3Session 4 6/25–6/29 # 1-65201-4Session 5* 7/2–7/6 # 1-65201-5Session 6 7/9–7/13 # 1-65201-6Session 7 7/16–7/20 # 1-65201-7Session 8 7/23–7/27 # 1-65201-8Session 9 7/30–8/3 # 1-65201-9Session 10 8/6–8/10 # 1-65201-10Session 11 8/13–8/17 # 1-65201-11*Session 5: no camp on Wednesday, July 4.R: $90/NR: $114 After 5/13: R: $93/NR: $117Payment plan information is on page 8.

Camp Opeka at Lake ParkAges 6–12 Come experience all that Lake Park has to offer. This camp provides each camper with lots of outdoor fun. Activities include sports, games, crafts, outdoor play, fishing, and paddle boats. Special events take place each week, and campers will go swimming at Iroquois Pool twice each week.+

Please note: Campers must bring a sack lunch.Min/Max: 20/50Lake Park, 9:00am–4:00pmOne-week sessionsR: $66/NR: $81 After 5/13: R: $69/NR: $86Session 1+ 6/4–6/8 # 1-65204-1Session 2 6/11–6/15 # 1-65204-2Session 3 6/18–6/22 # 1-65204-3Session 4 6/25–6/29 # 1-65204-4Session 5* 7/2–7/6 # 1-65204-5Session 6 7/9–7/13 # 1-65204-6Session 7 7/16–7/20 # 1-65204-7Session 8 7/23–7/27 # 1-65204-8Session 9 7/30–8/3 # 1-65204-9Session 10+ 8/6–8/10 # 1-65204-10Session 11+ 8/13–8/17 # 1-65204-11*Session 5: no camp on Wednesday, July 4.R: $54/NR: $69 After 5/13: R: $57/NR: $74+No swimming at Iroquois these sessionsPayment plan information is on page 8.

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Adventure Camp at Lake ParkAges 8–14Are you a bit more on the adventurous side? Do you want to go on a wide variety of fields trips everyday? Then Adventure Camp is what you are looking for! Each session is 2 weeks long. While at camp, you do a bit of everything: trips to water parks, baseball games, zoos, movies, laser tag, rock climbing, entertainment centers (Enchanted Castle, Odyssey Fun World), bowling, canoeing, and more. Plus, each session we enjoy an overnight campout at Rock Cut State Park. This camp is limited to only 26 adventurers per session, so sign up quickly. You can attend one session or enjoy all five, because the destinations vary in each camp session. Tentative details for all five camp sessions are available on our website! Camper receives one shirt per summer, which they are required to wear on all field trips. Extra shirts may be purchased for $6.Please note: Lunch is not provided. Campers should bring a sack lunch or money to purchase lunch on the tripsMin/Max: 10/26Lake Park, 9:00am–4:00pmTwo-week sessionsR: $312/NR: $390 After 5/13: R: $324/NR: $405Session 1 6/4–6/8* # 1-65301-1Session 2 6/11–6/22 # 1-65301-2Session 3 6/25–7/6** # 1-65301-3Session 4 7/9–7/20 # 1-65301-4Session 5 7/23–8/3 # 1-65301-5Session 6 8/6–8/17 # 1-65301-6*Session 1 is one-week only.R: $156/NR: $195 After 5/13: R: $162/NR: $203**Session 3: no camp on Wednesday, July 4th.R: $281/NR: $352 After 5/13: R: $292/NR: $365Payment plan information is on page 8.

Information about Scholarships and Refunds

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North Picnic Shelter (Lee & Howard.)Before Care (Morning) Monday–Friday 7:00–9:00amR: $25/NR: $31 per sessionSession 1 6/4–6/8 # 1-65021-1Session 2 6/11–6/15 # 1-65021-2Session 3 6/18–6/22 # 1-65021-3Session 4 6/25–6/29 # 1-65021-4Session 5* 7/2–7/6 # 1-65021-5Session 6 7/9–7/13 # 1-65021-6Session 7 7/16–7/20 # 1-65021-7Session 8 7/23–7/27 # 1-65021-8Session 9 7/30–8/3 # 1-65021-9Session 10 8/6–8/10 # 1-65021-10Session 11 8/13–8/17 # 1-65021-11*Session 5: no camps on Wednesday, July 4. R: $20/NR: $24After Care (Afternoon)Monday–Friday 4:00–6:00pmR: $25/NR: $31 per sessionSession 1 6/4–6/8 # 1-65022-1Session 2 6/11–6/15 # 1-65022-2Session 3 6/18–6/22 # 1-65022-3Session 4 6/25–6/29 # 1-65022-4Session 5* 7/2–7/6 # 1-65022-5Session 6 7/9–7/13 # 1-65022-6Session 7 7/16–7/20 # 1-65022-7Session 8 7/23–7/27 # 1-65022-8Session 9 7/30–8/3 # 1-65022-9Session 10 8/6–8/10 # 1-65022-10Session 11 8/13–8/17 # 1-65022-11*Session 5: no camps on Wednesday, July 4. R: $20/NR: $24

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Arndt Park AdventurersAges 5–12*Are you ready to have lots of fun, meet new friends, and embark on a new adventure each week? If so, this camp is right for you! A wide variety of activities include sports, games, crafts, and outdoor play. Each week there are two walking field trips: to the Leisure Center Game Room, and to swim at Iroquois Pool. Detailed camp information is located in the parent packet and weekly newsletters.*Camper must be 5 years old by 9/1/11.Min/Max: 10/70Arndt Park and FieldhouseMonday–Friday, 7:30am–5:30pm1–week sessionsR: $64.50/NR: $81 After 5/13: R: $67.50/NR: $84Session 1+ 6/4–6/8 #1-65501-1Session 2 6/11–6/15 #1-65501-2Session 3 6/18–6/22 #1-65501-3Session 4 6/25–6/29 #1-65501-4Session 5* 7/2–7/6 #1-65501-5Session 6 7/9–7/13 #1-65501-6Session 7 7/16–7/20 #1-65501-7Session 8 7/23–7/27 #1-65501-8Session 9 7/30–8/3 #1-65501-9Session 10+ 8/6–8/10 #1-65501-10Session 11+ 8/13–8/17 #1-65501-11*Session 5: no camps on Wednesday, July 4R: $51/NR$63 After 5/13: R: $54/NR: $66+No swimming at Iroquois in these sessions.Payment plan information is on page 8.

West Park ExplorersAges 5–12*Fill your summer with friends and fun. Explore a new themed adventure each week. Activities include sports, games, crafts, and outdoor play. We attend Dance & Arts Camp Show (alternating Fridays) and Chippewa Pool+ (bus trip). We also play at the Mountain View Mini Golf Adventure Center (alternating Fridays). Detailed camp information is located in the parent packet and weekly newsletters.*Camper must be 5 by 9/1/2011 for this camp.Min/Max: 10/70West Park and Fieldhouse Monday–Friday, 7:30am–5:30pm1–week sessionsR: $64.50/NR: $81 After 5/13: R: $67.50/NR: $84Session 1+ 6/4–6/8 #1-65502-1Session 2 6/11–6/15 #1-65502-2Session 3 6/18–6/22 #1-65502-3Session 4 6/25–6/29 #1-65502-4Session 5* 7/2–7/6 #1-65502-5Session 6 7/9–7/13 #1-65502-6Session 7 7/16–7/20 #1-65502-7Session 8 7/23–7/27 #1-65502-8Session 9 7/30–8/3 #1-65502-9Session 10 8/6–8/10 #1-65502-10Session 11+ 8/13–8/17 #1-65502-11*Session 5: no camps on Wednesday, July 4R: $51/NR: $63 After 5/13: R: $54/NR: $66+No swimming at Chippewa Pool this sessionPayment plan information is on page 8.

Camp PioneerAges 3–5Join us at the Leisure Center for this popular, fun camp. Activities include nature study, crafts, sports, games, theme days, singing, safety education, and story time. All campers should bring a snack and a drink for each session. If you are signed up for both session each day, please be sure to bring a lunch.Min/Max: 10/24Leisure Center, Room 110Monday–FridayAM Session: 7:30am–12:30pmPM Session: 12:30–5:30pmFor children staying all day, camp staff willsupervise lunch from noon–12:30pm.R: $87/NR: $99 per session After 5/13: R: $90/NR: $102Session 1 6/4–6/8AM, 7:30am–12:30pm #1-65101-1PM, 12:30–5:30pm #1-65101-2

Session 2 6/11–6/15AM, 7:30am–12:30pm #1-65102-1PM, 12:30–5:30pm #1-65102-2



Session 5* 7/2–7/6AM, 7:30am–12:30pm #1-65105-1PM, 12:30–5:30pm #1-65105-2






Session 11 8/13–8/17AM, 7:30am–12:30pm #1-65111-1PM, 12:30–5:30pm #1-65111-2*Session 5 R: $57/NR: $69After 5/13: R: $60/NR: $72Payment plan information is on page 8.

Arndt Park AdventurersSwimming LessonsFor the first time, this summer we are offering swimming lessons for our Arndt Park Adventures Campers. Lessons are available during Sessions 3–9 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:00–11:45am. Campers will walk with Counselor to Iroquois Pool; for lessons, then join the rest of camp at the Leisure Center (Mondays) and Iroquois Pool (Wednesdays). Arndt Park Camp Swimming LessonsMin/Max: 10/20Iroquois PoolMondays & Wednesdays 11:00–11:45am R: $9/NR: $12Session 3 6/18–6/20 #1-67047-3Session 4 6/25–6/27 #1-67047-4Session 5* No lessonsSession 6 7/9–7/11 #1-67047-6Session 7 7/16–7/18 #1-67047-7Session 8 7/23–7/25 #1-67047-8Session 9 7/30–8/1 #1-67047-9

Camp Eagle’s NestFriday, August 10 – Sunday August 12Ages 8–17Eagle’s Nest is held at an accredited YMCA Camp, north of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Campers are introduced to the natural environment through recreational adventure that’s simply unlike any urban experience! Campers are separated into age appropriate groups and stay in supervised, modern wooden cabins with bunk beds. Camp activities may include canoeing, hiking, swimming, archery, campfires, cookouts, tent camping, and much more. Note: Departs from the Lake Park Camp Building.Min/Max: 20/50Friday, 8/10, 9:00am–Sunday, 8/12, 9:00pmR: $183/NR: $229Boys: #1-65362-1 Girls: #1-65362-2Sorry, no payment plan option for this camp.

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Camp Eagle’s NestFriday, August 10 – Sunday, August 12Ages 8–17Eagle’s Nest is held at an accredited YMCA Camp, north of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Campers are introduced to the natural environment through recreational adventure that’s simply unlike any urban experience! Campers are separated into age appropriate groups and stay in supervised, modern wooden cabins with bunk beds. Camp activities may include canoeing, hiking, swimming, archery, campfires, cookouts, tent camping, and much more. Note: Departs from the Lake Park Camp Building.Min/Max: 20/50Friday, 8/10, 9:00am–Sunday, 8/12, 9:00pmR: $183/NR: $229Boys: #1-65362-1 Girls: #1-65362-2Sorry, no payment plan option for this camp.

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Rock Cut State Park Camp Out

Ages 8–14Start your summer off right! First time and experienced campers are invited to join us for an overnight tent campout at Rock Cut State Park in Illinois. We roast marshmallows over an open campfire, enjoy meals cooked outdoors, and participate in a variety of recreational outdoor activities, including a field trip to Volcano Falls and swimming at Magic Waters Aquatic Center in Rockford on Saturday (weather permitting). Tent and food are provided. A parent information packet, with personal supply list, is available on our website and at the Leisure Center.Min/Max: 12/38Friday, May 25, 9:00am through Saturday, May 26, 5:00pmTrip departs from and returns to the Leisure Center, 2222 Birch Street.R: $78/NR: $98 #1-65203-1Sorry, no payment plan option for this camp.

Dance & Arts CampsTwo–week sessions

Session 1 6/18–6/297:00–9:00am R: $50/NR: $62 #1-60301-13:00–6:00pm R: $75/NR: $94 #1-60301-2Session 2 7/2–7/13**No camp on Wednesday, July 47:00–9:00am R: $45/NR: $56 #1-60301-43:00–6:00pm R: $67/NR: $84 #1-60301-5Session 3 7/16–7/277:00–9:00am R: $50/NR: $62 #1-60301-73:00–6:00pm R: $75/NR: $94 #1-60301-8Session 4 7/30–8/107:00–9:00am R: $50/NR: $62 #1-60301-103:00–6:00pm R: $75/NR: $94 #1-60301-11


Dance & Arts CampsEach two-week camp features a daily technique class in jazz, ballet, hip-hop or modern. Performances are held on the last Friday of each session at 2pm in the Prairie Lakes Theater. Family and friends are invited to attend! Dance attire should include tights, leotard, shorts and/or a T-shirt. Ballet and/or jazz shoes are recommended but not required. Bring a water bottle, morning snack, and healthy sack lunch. Musical themes are announced on the first day of each session. Fee includes camp photograph, pizza party, camp T-shirt, art supplies, and instruction.Min/Max: 16/36 Prairie Lakes, Theater & Multi-purpose Rooms 1 & 2

For ages 6–10This two–week camp covers dance and stage presence. You’ll build simple props and scenery, design and make costumes, as well as focusing on several disciplines of dance, including jazz, tap, hip hop, and lyrical.

For ages 11–15You’ll create more challenging and creative art projects and do more complex dance routines.Camp ReMix participants work on the Dance andArts Camp show theme; you dance in the morning and create sets and costumes in the afternoon.Session 1 6/18–6/29Monday–Friday 9:00am–3:00pmR: $210/NR: $264After 5/13: R: $218/NR: $274Camp Dance-A-Lot #1-60300-1Camp ReMix #1-60302-1

Session 2 7/2–7/13*Monday–Friday 9:00am–3:00pm*No camp on Wednesday, July 4.R: $189/NR: $237 After 5/13: R: $197/NR: $247Camp Dance-A-Lot #1-60300-2Camp ReMix #1-60302-2

Session 3 7/16–7/27Monday–Friday 9:00am–3:00pmR: $210/NR: $264 After 5/13: R: $218/NR: $274Camp Dance-A-Lot #1-60300-3Camp ReMix #1-60302-3

Session 4 7/30–8/10Monday–Friday 9:00am–3:00pmR: $210/NR: $264 After 5/13: R: $218/NR: $274Camp Dance-A-Lot #1-60300-4Camp ReMix #1-60302-4

For ages 3–5 Let your tiny dancer come on a magical adventure as they take their first steps in dance. This camp is a combination of creative movement, beginner ballet and jazz. Our fairy tale theme will make camp fun. More than just a dance camp, Tiny Dancers specializes in inspiring a love of dance through an imaginative program designed especially for young children. The camp includes daily instruction in ballet, modern and jazz, along with fine motor exercise through a theme related craft, and their exclusive story and dress-up dance interpretation. The camp culminates with a recital and reception for family and friends on the last Thursday of each session at 2:30pm. The last Friday of each session the campers will be invited to watch the Dance & Arts Camp/Camp ReMix performance. Dance attire should include tights, leotard, shorts and/or a T–shirt. Ballet and/or jazz shoes are recommended but not required. Please provide your camper with a water bottle everyday. Fee includes camp photograph, daily snack, camp T–shirt, art supplies, and instruction.Min/Max: 16/36 Prairie Lakes, Meeting Rooms 1 & 2 Session 1, 6/18–6/29 #1-60304-1Monday–Friday 12:30–3:00pm R: $105/NR: $132 After 5/13 R: $113/NR: $141

Session 2, 7/2–7/13* #1-60304-2Monday–Friday 9:00am–3:00pm *No camp on Wednesday, July 4.R: $96/NR: $120 After 5/13: R: $104/NR: $130

Session 3, 7/16–7/27 #1-60304-3Monday–Friday 12:30–3:00pmR: $105/NR: $132 After 5/13: R: $113/NR: $141

Session 4, 7/30–8/10 #1-60304-4Monday–Friday 12:30–3:00pmR: $105/NR: $132 After 5/13: R: $113/NR: $141Payment plan information is on page 8.

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Sports XplosionAM Session (7:00–9:00am) R: $25/NR: $31PM Session (3:00–6:00pm) R: $37/NR: $46

Session 1 6/11–6/15 AM #1-41303-1 PM #1-41304-1Session 2 6/18–6/22 AM #1-41303-2 PM #1-41304-2Session 3 6/25–6/29 AM #1-41303-3 PM #1-41304-3Session 4 7/2–7/6* AM #1-41303-4 PM #1-41304-4Session 5 7/9–7/13 AM #1-41303-5 PM #1-41304-5Session 6 7/16–7/20 AM #1-41303-6 PM #1-41304-6Session 7 7/23–7/27 AM #1-41303-7 PM #1-41304-7Session 8 7/30–8/3 AM #1-41303-8 PM #1-41304-8Session 9 8/6–8/10 AM #1-41303-9 PM #1-41304-9Session 10 8/13–8/17 AM #1-41303-10 PM #1-41304-10*No camp 7/4

Sailing CampsThree basic & three intermediate/advanced sailing camps, 1 week each.Ages 8–18Gone with the Wind! Explore the fundamentals of good sailing, with classes that instruct the basic concepts, to classes that are more intermediate and advanced in technique. This 1-week camp will review wind direction, knot tying, and include on-the-water practice. Min/Max 2/6 per sessionMichael Stoodley, InstructorLake Park Marina, 1015 Howard Avenue

Basic Sailing Session 1June 11–15 8:30am–12:30pmR: $225/NR: $270 #1-15920-1

Session 2June 18–22 8:30am–12:30pmR: $225/NR: $270 #1-15920-2

Session 3June 25–29 8:30am–12:30pmR: $225/NR: $270 #1-15920-3

Intermediate/Advanced SailingSession 1July 9-13 8:30- 12:30pmR: $225/NR: $270 #1-15921-1

Session 2July 16–20 8:30am–12:30pmR: $225/NR: $270 #1-15921-2

Session 3June 23-27 8:30am–12:30pmR: $225/NR: $270 #1-15921-3

Adult Sailing Lessons are available throughout the season on weekday evenings. Please ask for details at the Lake Park Clubhouse,or call 847-391-5730.

Sports XplosionGrades 1–8Let the games begin! This Youth Sports Camp is anopportunity for children from grades 1-8 to fill theirdays with action packed sports! Age appropriategames will be played with more challengingopportunities for older campers!

Games include: mat ball, floor hockey, basketball, soccer, flag football, racquetball, track & field, softball, and dodgeball, just to name a few. In addition, field trips are planned for each session. Counselors are former or current Maine West athletes, and the camp has a 10:1 camper to counselor ratio. Fee includes all equipment use, camp T–shirt, and instruction.Please note: Campers must bring a sack lunch.Min/Max: 10/60Mary Dankowski & Jerry Stonequist, Camp DirectorsMonday–Friday, 9:00am–3:00pmPrairie Lakes Community Center, Gym

Sports Xplosion 1 (Grades 1-5)Sports Xplosion 2 (Grades 6-8)R: $81/NR: $100.50 After 5/13: R: $84/NR: $105

Session 1 6/11–6/15Sports Xplosion 1 #1-41301-1Sports Xplosion 2 #1-41302-1



Session 4 7/2 –7/6*Sports Xplosion 1 #1-41301-4Sports Xplosion 2 #1-41302-4


Session 6 7/16– 7/20Sports Xplosion 1 #1-41301-6Sports Xplosion 2 #1-41302-6




Session 10 8/13– 8/17Sports Xplosion 1 #1-41301-10Sports Xplosion 2 #1-41302-10*Session 4: no camp on Wednesday, July 4R: $63/NR: $75 After 5/13: R: $65/NR: $81Payment plan information is on page 8. Sports programs

for all ages are onpages 31–37.


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More information and a downloadable copy of this form are on our website: www.dpparks.org

Online rgistration is available through our website. Registration is still available in person, by mail and via fax.

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Summer Camp RegistrationIn–Person • Online • Fax

Registration is now in progress! Step 1. Complete the registration form and attach correct payment. Make checks payable to the Des Plaines Park District. Be sure to read and sign the waiver on the form.

Step 2. When you come to register, bring proof of residency, e.g.: a current driver’s license or a recent utility bill showing your name and current address.

NOTE: Web Registration requires that payment be made in full.

Summer Camp Refund Policy• 90% refund for all requests received and date stamped on or before May 18, 2012.• 75% refund for all requests received and date stamped by the first day of the registered camp session.• All refunds received after the first day of a session are prorated from the time the request is received and date stamped by our office; all refunds are assessed a 25% processing fee.

AssistancePark District staff is not capable of providing bathroom assistance to those individuals who cannot care for themselves. Please contact 847-391-5700 for further information or clarification. If you are in need of assistance from our Maine Niles Special Recreation Association please check the Americans with Disabilities Act Need Accommodation box on the Des Plaines Park District program registration form.Please note that all requests for M-NASR assistance in our programs must be made at least one week in advance of the program start date. Unfortunately, we may not be able to fulfill requests made with less than one week’s notice.

Parents are responsible for informing the Park District of any physical or emotional limitations that may limit or impair their children’s participation in activities that are conducted in the camp session for which they are registering.

Children enrolled in Park District programs are not released to anyone other than a parent or guardian. Persons desiring a different procedure must inform the camp supervisor, in writing, prior to camp.For detailed information on our camp programs, parent packets will be mailed to your house or can be found on our website: www.DPParks.org

Scholarship InformationProgram scholarships are available for individuals unable to afford program fees. Scholarship requests should be submitted at least three weeks prior to all program registration. An approved scholarship is required for camp registration at a reduced fee. Approved scholarship applications do not guarantee acceptance into programs; all general registration procedures should be followed. Applications are available on our website, at the Leisure Center or Prairie Lakes during business hours, or by calling 847-391-5700.

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Des Plaines Park District Summer Camp Guide 2012