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2010
Summer Camp Guide
Click this link to be connected to the City of Evanston's 2010 Summer Camp Guide. Read about our fabulous Ecology Center camps - Wildflower, Kinglet, EcoQuest, EcoExplorer, and Summer Summit Camps. Please make sure you read the Important Information section too. For camp photos and other fun information, see below. And don't miss our newest camp, EcoTravelers for ages 8-9 Grades 3-4, at Lovelace Park. The camp schedule is in .pdf form. To view it, download the free Acrobat reader. Camp guides are also available at the Ecology Center and other community centers and on the City of Evanston's Parks & Forestry web page. We hope to see you at one of our great summer camps! Summer is the busiest time for the Ecology Center and our favorite time. We have had the chance to expose hundreds of children to many aspects of nature with fun and exciting programs. Our summer camps were a huge success last year, thanks to all the time and hard work of our staff and volunteers as many of our camps had to be expanded to accommodate those interested. This unique preschool program is designed to develop small and large motor skills, creativity, and imagination, while experiencing the joys of nature. Two-week sessions meet Monday-Thursday. Camps combine outdoor exploration with play, crafts, stories, songs, and nature discoveries to create special themes. Campers must be potty-trained.
Kinglet (entering Kindergarten): Why is this camp named Kinglet? Kinglets are very small birds. The name Kinglet comes from the Latin Regulus, or "little king." These tiny birds have a high-pitched call and flick their wings rapidly as they dart about. Sound familiar? Little, active, and cute all rolled into one, just like your kindergarten-bound child! Campers "travel" our National Neighborhoods. Each two-week session focuses on different habitats, ecosystems and cultures in the U.S.A. Through innovative activities, games, crafts, "travel days," and special guests, campers discover America's beauty and diversity. Camp meets full or half day, Mon.-Fri. Extended care is available
EcoQuest Day Camp uses the time-honored traditions of summer camp, innovative programming and enthusiastic staff to create a summer of fun and opportunities for personal growth. Campers achieve a greater understanding of nature and the world around them through hands-on science and nature experiences. Camp activities include nature discovery and exploration, arts & crafts, outdoor sports, stories, songs, imaginative play, scientific experiments, beach days, field trips, special guests, a cook-out party and more! Camp meets full day or half day, Monday-Friday. Extended care is available.
EcoTravelers (ages 8-9, grades 3-4): The 2010 EcoTravelers Theme is Time Travel. Discover science and nature through adventure! EcoTravelers allows campers to explore and enjoy the natural world around them. Through experiments, games, challenges, crafts and hands-on activities, campers explore nature at their own pace. Each session includes a one-night in-town campout. EcoExplorer offers challenges and adventures to older children interested in nature and outdoor recreation! This camp provides a unique learning opportunity designed to provide skills and insight through experience. Campers work cooperatively to develop awareness and respect for oneself, others, and the world around them, while discovering their own talents and abilities. The two week sessions include field trips, beach days, and an overnight experience. Extended care is available
Summer Summit (grades K-6) - Evanston's H2O: Come explore one of the things that makes Evanston unique — its water systems! One week we will learn all about Lake Michigan and the Great Lakes; the other week we will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the North Shore Channel! Activities will include arts & crafts, canoeing, field trips, beach days and more! Let’s not forget about our annual family campout at the lakefront (weather permitting). Each section meets at the Lighthouse Nature
Center for one week and the Ecology Center for one week. Space is
limited, so sign up early! Pre- and Post-camp Care is available. Pre-
and Post-camp Care Schedule and Fees Pre-care (7:30-9am) . $8 per day or $20 per
week Ecology Counselor in Training Ages 12-14: In this program, you will begin to learn what
it takes to be a camp counselor. Your first two weeks will be spent
learning about communication, leadership and problem solving, as
well as improving your teamwork skills. During the next two weeks,
you will be assigned to either Kinglet or EcoQuest Camp, where you
will assist counselors as they lead activities. Locations: Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Blvd.
and other Ecology Camp sites Hear it from previous years' parents and campers!
"I'm happy my child's happy!" EcoQuest "The best camp programs in Evanston. We'll be back next year!" EcoExplorer and EcoQuest "My child can't wait to come to camp each day!" Wildflower "I'm really imprssed with the care that the counselors show to the campers." EcoQuest
"Great camp for kindergarten transition - love the location - use of school and grounds. Good staff." Kinglet
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