From day camps to incredible adventures at Yosemite, the summer programs for our children offer some endless opportunities.
Included are educational experiences, sports experiences, outdoor experiences and even camps to learn about baby-sitting. Children can attend day camps as well as overnight camps.
“Kids will walk away from our camps with additional knowledge,” said Charlie White, director of summer programs at the Lake Tahoe School, about his summer program. “It is exciting to see kids grow through camp experiences.”
Some new camp opportunities include performing arts camps from the Tahoe Players with ballet, cheer and acrobatics and other exciting ways for kids to have fun all summer long.
“Hip Hop Funk Creative movement is an absolute blast,” said Lily Welsch of Tahoe Players. “Musical Theater Camp is for all ages and abilities. It is sure to be a good time and bring out your child's confidence in front of their peers and on the stage.”
Speaking of summer camps, for the month of May, local businesses are collaborating with the Children's Cabinet by selling Camp Explore Donation Tags for $1 each. Camp Explore is a four-week program in June, designed for first and second grade students from low income families who are enrolled in summer school and are chosen to participate by referrals from Children's Cabinet's Homework Help Club staff.
Students from Incline Middle School are selected to mentor the younger students. Activities teach campers self-confidence, environmental awareness and team building. Tags can be purchased at the following: All About Nails, Art's Cafe, Artists of Tahoe, Blu Boutique, Century 21 McGregor Real Estate, Dress the Part(y), Handi Cleaners, Hub Brothers, Incline Cleaners, Incline Spirits and Cigars, Indu's Cafe, Lupitas, M Studio, Paddlewheel Bar, Postal Express, Potlatch, Season's, Serendipity Salon & Day Spa, Sierra Bella Luxury Salon, Sundance Salon and the Village Market. For information contact the CC at (775) 298-0004.
Camps available:
American Red Cross
The Northern Nevada Chapter of the American Red Cross is offering a Baby-sitter's Training Boot Camp for ages 11-15, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 19-23 at the Donald W. Reynolds Community Non-Profit Center. The cost is $50 and space is limited to 12 students. For information on this camp, or to register, contact Adam Stater at (775) 298-0131 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Incline Village General Improvement District
The Incline Village General Improvement District offers summer camps that include its popular Camp Xtreme, and many sports camps as well as Xtreme Adventure trips for teens. IVGID offers camps at all of its facilities including the Tennis Center and golf courses. Camps are available for ages from Kindergarten and up. For a complete listing of all of the summer camp opportunities at IVGID go online at www.inclinerecreation.com, pick up the new Spring/Summer 2010 Parks & Recreation Guide or stop at the Recreation Center and pick up a copy.
Lake Tahoe School
Choose from many different adventures and learning experiences. Camps are offered as half day programs, day programs and overnight adventures. Some of the adventures include Yosemite, rocking climbing and kayaking. Learning adventures include drama, computer music workshops, science in the outdoors, watercolors and even the rocket building. Camps are available for children ages 6 to 14 years old. For a complete list of the camps available go to www.laketahoeschoolsummer.org, stop at the school and pick up a catalog or call (775) 831-5828.
Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival
A Midsummer's Camp offers campers the chance to explore the history and language of Shakespeare, building character, voice and acting techniques through work with scenes from Shakespeare plays. The day camps are available for ages 8 and up. For information about the camps go to www.laketahoeshakespeare.com, stop at the office located in the Donald W. Reynolds Community Non-Profit Center or call (775) 832-1616.
Tahoe Players Association
The Tahoe Players Association has day camps for ballet, cheer/acrobatics, aerial silks, musical theater, hula hoop, hip hop/fun, creative movement and contemporary jazz. Camps range in ages and abilities. For a complete listing of camps go to www.tahoeplayers.org, stop at the studio located at 920 Incline Way, Suite D or call (775) 831-0379.
Tahoe Rim Trail Association
The Tahoe Rim Trail Association in partnership with Sierra Nevada Journeys offers three 3-day, 2-night Youth Backcountry Camps for high school students. For information about the youth backcountry camps call the TRTA office at (775) 298-0238 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
From the University of Nevada, Reno
The University of Nevada, Reno offers summer camp opportunities in sports, the arts, languages, science, math, literature, theater, history, current affairs, cultural exploration and more. For a complete listing of go to www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/youth.htm, pick up a brochure at the Continuing Education Building on the campus or by calling (775) 784-4046 or (800) 233-8928.
