Current Camp Offerings

Current Camp Offerings

General Information

The Park Ridge Park District offers a variety of camp programs for ages 3-15. From swimming to sports, crafts to canoeing, we’ve got it all to make this the best summer yet! Our general camps and specialty camps keep kids busy and cater to a variety of specific interests, such as sports, technology, art, or dance. 

2026 Core Summer Camp Offerings

For 3 year olds

Programs

3200204 / Camp Mini Marshmallow

Get out and explore! Enjoy outdoor hikes, nature and animal themes, discovery, water play, story time, arts and crafts, and experiments. Camp will be held primarily outdoors, and head inside in the event of inclement weather. Camp takes place in two classroom locations, and we can’t guarantee that participants will be placed in the same class. Campers must be age appropriate by the start of each camp session. • Water play weekly with sprinklers, portable pools, and water tables. • Apply Sunscreen before coming to camp • Campers must bring a refillable water bottle and nut-free snack each day • Children must be completely toilet trained to attend camp (no diapers, pull-ups, or training pants) • Camper to Staff Ratio: 6:1 • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center

3200209 / Little Explorers Camp

Little Explorers is the perfect program to introduce young children to their first camp experience. Through games and activities, your camper learns the importance of sharing, listening and cooperation. Campers keep busy doing arts and crafts, songs and circle time, outside play and water time fun. Professional entertainment is provided several weeks throughout the summer! Campers can pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free lunch to camp. Children must be age appropriate by the first day of the camp week. • Water play includes: portable pools, sprinklers and water tables • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. • Bring a nut-free morning snack, lunch, water bottle, spare set of clothes, swimsuit, towel, water shoes, and extra sunscreen daily • Children must be completely toilet trained (no pull ups/diapers) • Camper to Staff Ratio: 6:1 • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center Preschool Wing

3200217 / Happy Hikers

Head out on an adventure over the prairie, through the woods, and around the pond. Discover all the outside happenings on our hikes, then enjoy crafts, activities, and experiments related to our nature themes. Different activities each day, sign up for one or all three! Children must be completely toilet trained. Please send your child with a manageable backpack, snack, and water bottle. No camp Jul 4

3200218 / Camp S'more

Looking for to extend your preschoolers camp day S'MORE? Explore at Wildwood, go on outdoor hikes, and dive into nature and animal themes each week. Children must be completely toilet trained by the first day of camp. Camp will be held primarily outdoors, and head inside in the event of inclement weather. If attending a morning camp that ends at 1:30pm at Maine Park, camp staff will escort your child to Camp S’more, located in the same building. Age for camp is age as of the first day of each session. • Water play weekly with sprinklers, portable pools, and water tables. • Apply Sunscreen before coming to camp • Campers must bring a refillable water bottle and nut-free snack each day • Children must be completely toilet trained to attend camp (no diapers, pull-ups, or training pants) • Camper to Staff Ratio: 6:1 • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center

3200219 / Summertime Lunch Bunch

Extend your preschool aged camper’s day at Lunch Bunch. Eat your lunch then enjoy free play indoors and outdoors after your meal. Children are escorted to and from lunch and their camps by staff. Lunch must be peanut/tree nut free. No pull-ups, or diapers. MP

For 4 year olds

Programs

3200204 / Camp Mini Marshmallow

Get out and explore! Enjoy outdoor hikes, nature and animal themes, discovery, water play, story time, arts and crafts, and experiments. Camp will be held primarily outdoors, and head inside in the event of inclement weather. Camp takes place in two classroom locations, and we can’t guarantee that participants will be placed in the same class. Campers must be age appropriate by the start of each camp session. • Water play weekly with sprinklers, portable pools, and water tables. • Apply Sunscreen before coming to camp • Campers must bring a refillable water bottle and nut-free snack each day • Children must be completely toilet trained to attend camp (no diapers, pull-ups, or training pants) • Camper to Staff Ratio: 6:1 • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center

3200207 / Camp Curiosity

Camp Curiosity is the perfect fit for kids who will be attending 4-year-old preschool in the fall. Campers enjoy weekly themes, outdoor adventures, games, arts and crafts, music, and outdoor waterplay. Water play activities include our portable pools, sprinklers, and water tables. Professional entertainment is provided several weeks throughout the summer! Campers can pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free lunch to camp. Participants are divided into two groups. Campers must be age appropriate by the first day of each camp week. - Water play: portable pools, sprinklers, and water tables - Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. - Bring a nut-free morning snack, lunch, water bottle, towel, water shoes, and sunscreen daily - Children must be completely toilet trained (no pull-ups/diapers). - Camper to staff ratio: 6:1 - Location: Maine Park Leisure Center

3200217 / Happy Hikers

Head out on an adventure over the prairie, through the woods, and around the pond. Discover all the outside happenings on our hikes, then enjoy crafts, activities, and experiments related to our nature themes. Different activities each day, sign up for one or all three! Children must be completely toilet trained. Please send your child with a manageable backpack, snack, and water bottle. No camp Jul 4

3200218 / Camp S'more

Looking for to extend your preschoolers camp day S'MORE? Explore at Wildwood, go on outdoor hikes, and dive into nature and animal themes each week. Children must be completely toilet trained by the first day of camp. Camp will be held primarily outdoors, and head inside in the event of inclement weather. If attending a morning camp that ends at 1:30pm at Maine Park, camp staff will escort your child to Camp S’more, located in the same building. Age for camp is age as of the first day of each session. • Water play weekly with sprinklers, portable pools, and water tables. • Apply Sunscreen before coming to camp • Campers must bring a refillable water bottle and nut-free snack each day • Children must be completely toilet trained to attend camp (no diapers, pull-ups, or training pants) • Camper to Staff Ratio: 6:1 • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center

3200219 / Summertime Lunch Bunch

Extend your preschool aged camper’s day at Lunch Bunch. Eat your lunch then enjoy free play indoors and outdoors after your meal. Children are escorted to and from lunch and their camps by staff. Lunch must be peanut/tree nut free. No pull-ups, or diapers. MP

For 5 year olds

Programs

3200204 / Camp Mini Marshmallow

Get out and explore! Enjoy outdoor hikes, nature and animal themes, discovery, water play, story time, arts and crafts, and experiments. Camp will be held primarily outdoors, and head inside in the event of inclement weather. Camp takes place in two classroom locations, and we can’t guarantee that participants will be placed in the same class. Campers must be age appropriate by the start of each camp session. • Water play weekly with sprinklers, portable pools, and water tables. • Apply Sunscreen before coming to camp • Campers must bring a refillable water bottle and nut-free snack each day • Children must be completely toilet trained to attend camp (no diapers, pull-ups, or training pants) • Camper to Staff Ratio: 6:1 • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center

3200208 / Kickoff to Kindergarten Camp

Kickoff to Kindergarten Camp is an excellent camp offering a wide variety of activities for your soon-to-be-kindergartener. Camp runs a full, jam-packed day. We explore weekly themes through games, sports, crafts, activities, and even bring in professional entertainment. Campers are divided into 3 rooms. All groups will have playground time and water play together. Water play will take place each afternoon while kids play in the sprinklers, portable pools, and water tables. Please bring a towel, water shoes and a change of clothes each day. Campers can pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free lunch to camp. Campers must also bring a refillable water bottle and nut-free snack each day.

3200217 / Happy Hikers

Head out on an adventure over the prairie, through the woods, and around the pond. Discover all the outside happenings on our hikes, then enjoy crafts, activities, and experiments related to our nature themes. Different activities each day, sign up for one or all three! Children must be completely toilet trained. Please send your child with a manageable backpack, snack, and water bottle. No camp Jul 4

3200218 / Camp S'more

Looking for to extend your preschoolers camp day S'MORE? Explore at Wildwood, go on outdoor hikes, and dive into nature and animal themes each week. Children must be completely toilet trained by the first day of camp. Camp will be held primarily outdoors, and head inside in the event of inclement weather. If attending a morning camp that ends at 1:30pm at Maine Park, camp staff will escort your child to Camp S’more, located in the same building. Age for camp is age as of the first day of each session. • Water play weekly with sprinklers, portable pools, and water tables. • Apply Sunscreen before coming to camp • Campers must bring a refillable water bottle and nut-free snack each day • Children must be completely toilet trained to attend camp (no diapers, pull-ups, or training pants) • Camper to Staff Ratio: 6:1 • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center

3200219 / Summertime Lunch Bunch

Extend your preschool aged camper’s day at Lunch Bunch. Eat your lunch then enjoy free play indoors and outdoors after your meal. Children are escorted to and from lunch and their camps by staff. Lunch must be peanut/tree nut free. No pull-ups, or diapers. MP

3200402 / Kaleidoscope Kids Camp

At Kaleidoscope Kids, campers will delight in a diverse array of activities. They'll experience water play, engage in crafts, embark weekly on either on site field trips or entertainment, participate in both indoor and outdoor games, and have outings to the park. It's important to note that this is a camp without a pool, providing a unique and enjoyable alternative for the campers.

For 6 year olds

Programs

3200204 / Camp Mini Marshmallow

Get out and explore! Enjoy outdoor hikes, nature and animal themes, discovery, water play, story time, arts and crafts, and experiments. Camp will be held primarily outdoors, and head inside in the event of inclement weather. Camp takes place in two classroom locations, and we can’t guarantee that participants will be placed in the same class. Campers must be age appropriate by the start of each camp session. • Water play weekly with sprinklers, portable pools, and water tables. • Apply Sunscreen before coming to camp • Campers must bring a refillable water bottle and nut-free snack each day • Children must be completely toilet trained to attend camp (no diapers, pull-ups, or training pants) • Camper to Staff Ratio: 6:1 • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center

3200217 / Happy Hikers

Head out on an adventure over the prairie, through the woods, and around the pond. Discover all the outside happenings on our hikes, then enjoy crafts, activities, and experiments related to our nature themes. Different activities each day, sign up for one or all three! Children must be completely toilet trained. Please send your child with a manageable backpack, snack, and water bottle. No camp Jul 4

3200218 / Camp S'more

Looking for to extend your preschoolers camp day S'MORE? Explore at Wildwood, go on outdoor hikes, and dive into nature and animal themes each week. Children must be completely toilet trained by the first day of camp. Camp will be held primarily outdoors, and head inside in the event of inclement weather. If attending a morning camp that ends at 1:30pm at Maine Park, camp staff will escort your child to Camp S’more, located in the same building. Age for camp is age as of the first day of each session. • Water play weekly with sprinklers, portable pools, and water tables. • Apply Sunscreen before coming to camp • Campers must bring a refillable water bottle and nut-free snack each day • Children must be completely toilet trained to attend camp (no diapers, pull-ups, or training pants) • Camper to Staff Ratio: 6:1 • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center

3200219 / Summertime Lunch Bunch

Extend your preschool aged camper’s day at Lunch Bunch. Eat your lunch then enjoy free play indoors and outdoors after your meal. Children are escorted to and from lunch and their camps by staff. Lunch must be peanut/tree nut free. No pull-ups, or diapers. MP

3200301 / Camp Rewind

There’s guaranteed fun in store at Camp Rewind! Campers rewind from schoolwork as they enjoy themed weeks, sports, crafts, swimming, free play, classic games, and much more. New experiences, new friends, and lots of fun await you! • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (~3 times per week) • One camp t-shirt per summer • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • Location: Lincoln Middle School

3200402 / Kaleidoscope Kids Camp

At Kaleidoscope Kids, campers will delight in a diverse array of activities. They'll experience water play, engage in crafts, embark weekly on either on site field trips or entertainment, participate in both indoor and outdoor games, and have outings to the park. It's important to note that this is a camp without a pool, providing a unique and enjoyable alternative for the campers.

3200670 / Nature Camp Youngers

Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Nature and Science theme weeks and a field trip or special event each week (such as animal shows, science shows, archery, canoeing, and rock climbing), round out the adventure. Each week Nature Camp also tie-dyes, cooks over a campfire, hikes the Des Plaines River Trail, goes fishing and pond dipping, and plays Zombie Tag. Separate camp rooms for Ages 6-7 (Youngers), Ages 8-9 (Juniors), Ages 10-12 (Olders). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 2-3 times a week) for Nature Camp Youngers and Nature Camp Juniors; Swimming at Hinkley Pool and Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 2-3 times a week) for Nature Camp Olders • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks for Youngers and Juniors) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery; Additional field trip weeks for Olders • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1, Juniors 8:1, and Olders 10:1. • Location: Wildwood Program Center (separate indoor and outdoor space for Olders, Juniors, and Youngers)

3200672 / Discovery Crew Youngers

Discovery Crew has everything you love about Nature Camp and is designed for children to attend partial week! Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, Zombie tag, tye dye, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Separate rooms and schedules for Ages 6-8 (Youngers) and Ages 9-11 (Olders). Note: If you sign up for multiple options in the same week, campers will repeat activities and events/field trips. Discovery Crew is scheduled to make sure the children receive a similar experience for the 2 or 3 day option they enroll in. (For example, if a field trip or activity is scheduled on Monday for the M/W/F campers, and the same field trip or activity is scheduled on Tuesday for the and Tu/Th campers). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 1-2 times a week) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery, Color War • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1 and Olders 10:1. • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center (separate classrooms and schedules for Youngers and Olders)

3201001 / Camp Wannalottafun M-F

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201002 / Camp Wannalottafun! MWF

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201003 / Camp Wannalottafun! T/Th

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201401 / Sports Camp Rookie Leaguers

If you love the thrill of competition and spending your summer outside, join us at Sports Camp where you can try out a variety of sports every day. • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (Every day weather permitting) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily.

For 7 year olds

Programs

3200301 / Camp Rewind

There’s guaranteed fun in store at Camp Rewind! Campers rewind from schoolwork as they enjoy themed weeks, sports, crafts, swimming, free play, classic games, and much more. New experiences, new friends, and lots of fun await you! • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (~3 times per week) • One camp t-shirt per summer • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • Location: Lincoln Middle School

3200402 / Kaleidoscope Kids Camp

At Kaleidoscope Kids, campers will delight in a diverse array of activities. They'll experience water play, engage in crafts, embark weekly on either on site field trips or entertainment, participate in both indoor and outdoor games, and have outings to the park. It's important to note that this is a camp without a pool, providing a unique and enjoyable alternative for the campers.

3200670 / Nature Camp Youngers

Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Nature and Science theme weeks and a field trip or special event each week (such as animal shows, science shows, archery, canoeing, and rock climbing), round out the adventure. Each week Nature Camp also tie-dyes, cooks over a campfire, hikes the Des Plaines River Trail, goes fishing and pond dipping, and plays Zombie Tag. Separate camp rooms for Ages 6-7 (Youngers), Ages 8-9 (Juniors), Ages 10-12 (Olders). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 2-3 times a week) for Nature Camp Youngers and Nature Camp Juniors; Swimming at Hinkley Pool and Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 2-3 times a week) for Nature Camp Olders • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks for Youngers and Juniors) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery; Additional field trip weeks for Olders • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1, Juniors 8:1, and Olders 10:1. • Location: Wildwood Program Center (separate indoor and outdoor space for Olders, Juniors, and Youngers)

3200672 / Discovery Crew Youngers

Discovery Crew has everything you love about Nature Camp and is designed for children to attend partial week! Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, Zombie tag, tye dye, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Separate rooms and schedules for Ages 6-8 (Youngers) and Ages 9-11 (Olders). Note: If you sign up for multiple options in the same week, campers will repeat activities and events/field trips. Discovery Crew is scheduled to make sure the children receive a similar experience for the 2 or 3 day option they enroll in. (For example, if a field trip or activity is scheduled on Monday for the M/W/F campers, and the same field trip or activity is scheduled on Tuesday for the and Tu/Th campers). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 1-2 times a week) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery, Color War • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1 and Olders 10:1. • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center (separate classrooms and schedules for Youngers and Olders)

3201001 / Camp Wannalottafun M-F

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201002 / Camp Wannalottafun! MWF

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201003 / Camp Wannalottafun! T/Th

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201401 / Sports Camp Rookie Leaguers

If you love the thrill of competition and spending your summer outside, join us at Sports Camp where you can try out a variety of sports every day. • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (Every day weather permitting) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily.

3800113 / Camp Passport

Passport to the World Camp takes campers on a global adventure through themed learning and hands-on fun. Each week highlights a different country or region with activities that blend culture, creativity, and play. Campers enjoy scheduled trips to the park and supervised pool time, along with weekly Friday challenges where they earn “passport stamps.” The program promotes curiosity, teamwork, confidence, and global awareness in a fun, active environment.

For 8 year olds

Programs

3200301 / Camp Rewind

There’s guaranteed fun in store at Camp Rewind! Campers rewind from schoolwork as they enjoy themed weeks, sports, crafts, swimming, free play, classic games, and much more. New experiences, new friends, and lots of fun await you! • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (~3 times per week) • One camp t-shirt per summer • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • Location: Lincoln Middle School

3200671 / Nature Camp Juniors

Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Nature and Science theme weeks and a field trip or special event each week (such as animal shows, science shows, archery, canoeing, and rock climbing), round out the adventure. Each week Nature Camp also tie-dyes, cooks over a campfire, hikes the Des Plaines River Trail, goes fishing and pond dipping, and plays Zombie Tag. Separate camp rooms for Ages 6-7 (Youngers), Ages 8-9 (Juniors), Ages 10-12 (Olders). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 2-3 times a week) for Nature Camp Youngers and Nature Camp Juniors; Swimming at Hinkley Pool and Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 2-3 times a week) for Nature Camp Olders • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks for Youngers and Juniors) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery; Additional field trip weeks for Olders • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1, Juniors 8:1, and Olders 10:1. • Location: Wildwood Program Center (separate indoor and outdoor space for Olders, Juniors, and Youngers)

3200672 / Discovery Crew Youngers

Discovery Crew has everything you love about Nature Camp and is designed for children to attend partial week! Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, Zombie tag, tye dye, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Separate rooms and schedules for Ages 6-8 (Youngers) and Ages 9-11 (Olders). Note: If you sign up for multiple options in the same week, campers will repeat activities and events/field trips. Discovery Crew is scheduled to make sure the children receive a similar experience for the 2 or 3 day option they enroll in. (For example, if a field trip or activity is scheduled on Monday for the M/W/F campers, and the same field trip or activity is scheduled on Tuesday for the and Tu/Th campers). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 1-2 times a week) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery, Color War • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1 and Olders 10:1. • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center (separate classrooms and schedules for Youngers and Olders)

3201001 / Camp Wannalottafun M-F

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201002 / Camp Wannalottafun! MWF

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201003 / Camp Wannalottafun! T/Th

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201402 / Sports Camp Minor Leaguers

If you love the thrill of competition and spending your summer outside, join us at Sports Camp where you can try out a variety of sports every day. • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (Every day weather permitting) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily.

3800113 / Camp Passport

Passport to the World Camp takes campers on a global adventure through themed learning and hands-on fun. Each week highlights a different country or region with activities that blend culture, creativity, and play. Campers enjoy scheduled trips to the park and supervised pool time, along with weekly Friday challenges where they earn “passport stamps.” The program promotes curiosity, teamwork, confidence, and global awareness in a fun, active environment.

For 9 year olds

Programs

3200301 / Camp Rewind

There’s guaranteed fun in store at Camp Rewind! Campers rewind from schoolwork as they enjoy themed weeks, sports, crafts, swimming, free play, classic games, and much more. New experiences, new friends, and lots of fun await you! • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (~3 times per week) • One camp t-shirt per summer • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • Location: Lincoln Middle School

3200671 / Nature Camp Juniors

Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Nature and Science theme weeks and a field trip or special event each week (such as animal shows, science shows, archery, canoeing, and rock climbing), round out the adventure. Each week Nature Camp also tie-dyes, cooks over a campfire, hikes the Des Plaines River Trail, goes fishing and pond dipping, and plays Zombie Tag. Separate camp rooms for Ages 6-7 (Youngers), Ages 8-9 (Juniors), Ages 10-12 (Olders). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 2-3 times a week) for Nature Camp Youngers and Nature Camp Juniors; Swimming at Hinkley Pool and Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 2-3 times a week) for Nature Camp Olders • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks for Youngers and Juniors) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery; Additional field trip weeks for Olders • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1, Juniors 8:1, and Olders 10:1. • Location: Wildwood Program Center (separate indoor and outdoor space for Olders, Juniors, and Youngers)

3200673 / Discovery Crew Olders

Discovery Crew has everything you love about Nature Camp and is designed for children to attend partial week! Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, Zombie tag, tye dye, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Separate rooms and schedules for Ages 6-8 (Youngers) and Ages 9-11 (Olders). Note: If you sign up for multiple options in the same week, campers will repeat activities and events/field trips. Discovery Crew is scheduled to make sure the children receive a similar experience for the 2 or 3 day option they enroll in. (For example, if a field trip or activity is scheduled on Monday for the M/W/F campers, and the same field trip or activity is scheduled on Tuesday for the and Tu/Th campers). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 1-2 times a week) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery, Color War • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1 and Olders 10:1. • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center (separate classrooms and schedules for Youngers and Olders)

3201001 / Camp Wannalottafun M-F

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201002 / Camp Wannalottafun! MWF

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201003 / Camp Wannalottafun! T/Th

We've got it all! Campers have a fantastic experience in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. Children create memories and build important skills by rotating through a wide variety of exciting adventures. Kids choose their daily activities - creative cooking, messy art, wacky science, water fun, sports, and outdoor/indoor games. Weekly themes include messy art, wacky science, cooking, water play fun, & outdoor/indoor games. Campers are invited to spend 2, 3, or 5 days a week with us. Campers must pre-order hot lunch or bring a nut-free sack lunch to camp (preferably in an eco-friendly container). Campers must also bring a beverage and nut-free snack. *Water play *One camp t-shirt per summer *Apply sunscreen before coming to camp *Come everyday to camp with a water bottle, swimsuit, & towel Location: Franklin Elementary School

3201402 / Sports Camp Minor Leaguers

If you love the thrill of competition and spending your summer outside, join us at Sports Camp where you can try out a variety of sports every day. • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (Every day weather permitting) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily.

3800113 / Camp Passport

Passport to the World Camp takes campers on a global adventure through themed learning and hands-on fun. Each week highlights a different country or region with activities that blend culture, creativity, and play. Campers enjoy scheduled trips to the park and supervised pool time, along with weekly Friday challenges where they earn “passport stamps.” The program promotes curiosity, teamwork, confidence, and global awareness in a fun, active environment.

For 10 year olds

Programs

3200673 / Discovery Crew Olders

Discovery Crew has everything you love about Nature Camp and is designed for children to attend partial week! Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, Zombie tag, tye dye, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Separate rooms and schedules for Ages 6-8 (Youngers) and Ages 9-11 (Olders). Note: If you sign up for multiple options in the same week, campers will repeat activities and events/field trips. Discovery Crew is scheduled to make sure the children receive a similar experience for the 2 or 3 day option they enroll in. (For example, if a field trip or activity is scheduled on Monday for the M/W/F campers, and the same field trip or activity is scheduled on Tuesday for the and Tu/Th campers). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 1-2 times a week) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery, Color War • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1 and Olders 10:1. • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center (separate classrooms and schedules for Youngers and Olders)

3200676 / Nature Camp Olders

Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Nature and Science theme weeks, and a field trip or special event each week such as animal shows, science shows, archery, canoeing, and rock climbing, round out the adventure. Each week Nature Camp also tie-dyes, cooks over a campfire, hikes the Des Plaines River Trail, goes fishing and pond dipping, and plays Zombie Tag. Separate camp rooms for Ages 6-7 (Youngers), Ages 8-9 (Juniors), Ages 10-12 (Olders). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center or Hinkley pool (approx. 2-3 times a week) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks for Youngers and Juniors) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery; Additional field trip weeks for Olders • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1, Juniors 8:1, and Olders 10:1. • Location: Wildwood Program Center (separate indoor and outdoor space for Olders, Juniors, and Youngers)

3200901 / Teen Trail Blazers

Get ready for high energy, non-stop action this summer while enjoying trips, sports, special events, and pool time. Choose 5, 3 or 2 days a week and don’t miss out on the chance to be a part of the camp that you help plan!

3201402 / Sports Camp Minor Leaguers

If you love the thrill of competition and spending your summer outside, join us at Sports Camp where you can try out a variety of sports every day. • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (Every day weather permitting) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily.

For 11-12 year olds

Programs

3200673 / Discovery Crew Olders

Discovery Crew has everything you love about Nature Camp and is designed for children to attend partial week! Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, Zombie tag, tye dye, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Separate rooms and schedules for Ages 6-8 (Youngers) and Ages 9-11 (Olders). Note: If you sign up for multiple options in the same week, campers will repeat activities and events/field trips. Discovery Crew is scheduled to make sure the children receive a similar experience for the 2 or 3 day option they enroll in. (For example, if a field trip or activity is scheduled on Monday for the M/W/F campers, and the same field trip or activity is scheduled on Tuesday for the and Tu/Th campers). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (approx. 1-2 times a week) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery, Color War • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1 and Olders 10:1. • Location: Maine Park Leisure Center (separate classrooms and schedules for Youngers and Olders)

3200676 / Nature Camp Olders

Hike the woods and prairie, fish in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy games, experiments, nature study, live animals, and projects. Learn about the world indoors and out, being green, and most importantly, how to have fun in nature! Nature and Science theme weeks, and a field trip or special event each week such as animal shows, science shows, archery, canoeing, and rock climbing, round out the adventure. Each week Nature Camp also tie-dyes, cooks over a campfire, hikes the Des Plaines River Trail, goes fishing and pond dipping, and plays Zombie Tag. Separate camp rooms for Ages 6-7 (Youngers), Ages 8-9 (Juniors), Ages 10-12 (Olders). • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center or Hinkley pool (approx. 2-3 times a week) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily. Pre-ordered hot lunch is also available. • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Field Trips (during 5 of the 10 weeks for Youngers and Juniors) - such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and others; Special Events (during 5 of the 10 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery; Additional field trip weeks for Olders • Camper to staff ratio: Youngers 8:1, Juniors 8:1, and Olders 10:1. • Location: Wildwood Program Center (separate indoor and outdoor space for Olders, Juniors, and Youngers)

3200901 / Teen Trail Blazers

Get ready for high energy, non-stop action this summer while enjoying trips, sports, special events, and pool time. Choose 5, 3 or 2 days a week and don’t miss out on the chance to be a part of the camp that you help plan!

3200902 / Subway Surf'n Camp

Teens learn how to safely ride the wave of public transportation (Metra, Chicago’s ‘L’ trains, and buses) using the Ventra App. It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey! Campers may visit museums, parks, pools, and/or other interesting sites in and around Chicago all via public transportation. Schedules vary by week, but there will be lots of practice making smart & safe decisions managing their time and money throughout the week. The fee includes all public transportation (Metra, CTA “L,” buses, etc), experienced Teen Coaches (ratio 12:1), and admission to some sites and activities. Additional $$ is optional for drinks, treats, & snacks and this is a great time to explore money management and decision making with your teen. Campers must be dressed for the weather, bring a bag, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen & a nut-free lunch and something to drink daily.

3201403 / Sports Camp Major Leaguers

If you love the thrill of competition and spending your summer outside, join us at Sports Camp where you can try out a variety of sports every day. • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (Every day weather permitting) • Apply sunscreen before coming to camp. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily.

For 13+ year olds

Programs

3200901 / Teen Trail Blazers

Get ready for high energy, non-stop action this summer while enjoying trips, sports, special events, and pool time. Choose 5, 3 or 2 days a week and don’t miss out on the chance to be a part of the camp that you help plan!

3200902 / Subway Surf'n Camp

Teens learn how to safely ride the wave of public transportation (Metra, Chicago’s ‘L’ trains, and buses) using the Ventra App. It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey! Campers may visit museums, parks, pools, and/or other interesting sites in and around Chicago all via public transportation. Schedules vary by week, but there will be lots of practice making smart & safe decisions managing their time and money throughout the week. The fee includes all public transportation (Metra, CTA “L,” buses, etc), experienced Teen Coaches (ratio 12:1), and admission to some sites and activities. Additional $$ is optional for drinks, treats, & snacks and this is a great time to explore money management and decision making with your teen. Campers must be dressed for the weather, bring a bag, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen & a nut-free lunch and something to drink daily.

3200903 / Counselor In Training

The Counselor in Training program provides a unique opportunity to develop skills necessary for working with children in a hands-on environment. C.I.T.'s are involved in daily activities assisting camp staff with camp projects, activities, and lesson plans. C.I.T.'s must be 13 years of age by the first day of camp. Here are the steps to becoming a C.I.T. 1. Informational packets are emailed in late April. Packets should be completed and brought with you to your interview. 2. In May, prospective C.I.T.'s are contacted to schedule an interview. Bring all paperwork, along with three goals of what you would like to learn through this program. 3. Once the interviews are complete, C.I.T.'s are notified of their status. Those selected need to attend the mandatory orientation. After the orientation, staff determines placement based on the C.I.T.’s schedule and availability. C.I.T.'s are not placed in older grade camps. A refund is issued if you are not accepted. C.I.T. Orientation (Mandatory) - Wednesday, May 20, 6:00pm-8:00pm at MPLC.

Summer School Camp Options

Programs

3200104 / Before Care & Transportation to Summer School

We offer supervised transportation from our Before Care program to District 64 summer school location. Please note that this service is only available for 8:30am start classes. Once the Before Care program fills, staff is unable to accommodate additional participants due to space restrictions. Participants must be registered in S.S.O. Camp Rewind, S.S.O. Nature Camp Youngers or Olders, and S.S.O. Teen Trail Blazers in order to enroll for the Before Care Shuttle option. PLEASE NOTE: For campers registered for SSO Nature Camps, SSO Camp Rewind, or SSO Teen Trail Blazers, this is the Before Care with Transportation location ONLY. Pick up for these campers will be from their camp location at 3pm or from their aftercare location if registered for aftercare. There is no summer school on Jun 8, Jun 12, Jun 19, Jun 26, & Jul 3; before care locations will be at Maine Park for SSO Nature, SSO Teen Trail Blazers, & Camp Rewind.

3200501 / Camp Rewind Summer School Option

Children in summer school can join in with the rest of Camp Rewind at Washington School. Due to late arrival, these campers miss morning activities but still go swimming approximately three afternoons per week at Centennial Aquatic Center. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and bug spray daily. The school provides a staff member to wait with your child until Park District staff arrives to accompany your child to camp. If your child is absent for a day, please let your site coordinator know. Transportation cost is included with registration. Please note: Jun 19 and Jul 3 camp days will be held at Maine Park due to school closure.

3200574 / SSO Nature Camp Youngers

Summer School Worlds of Wonder D64 students can extend their day at S.S.O Nature Camps. This camp picks up summer school campers, and is not a drop off camp. Staff will be transporting Summer School campers and will pick up campers at Emerson at the release time for the D64 program (10:00am or 11:40am). Take part in outdoor adventures, science discoveries, and nature-based fun after summer school. Hike through the Wildwood Prairie and the Des Plaines River Trail, fish and dip net in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy experiments, live animals, and games like Capture the Flag, Zombie Tag, and Color War. Each week includes a special event like an Animal Show, Science Show, tie-dye, or Archery, or a field trip like Rock Climbing or Canoeing. Summer School Option Nature camp is separate from full day Nature Camp and is divided in separate rooms for ages 6-8 and 9-11(separate schedule, and separate indoor/outdoor space for Olders and Youngers). Transportation cost is included with the registration fee from the D64 summer school site to the camp site. Camp is located at Maine Park. All campers please bring daily: nut free lunch with drink (preferably in an eco-friendly container), swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen. MPLC • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (2-3 times a week, weather and safety depending) • Summer School Option Nature Campers can attend a full day of camp from 9:00am-3:00pm when D64 Worlds of Wonder summer school is not in session (June 8, 12, 19. 26 and July 3). • Special Events (during 2 of the 4 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery • Field Trips (during 2 of the 4 weeks) - such as rock climbing, hiking, or canoeing • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Before Care and Summer School Shuttle available at Maine Park location • After Care add-on available at Maine Park location • Camper to Staff Ratio: 8:1 for ages 6-8 / 10:1 for ages 9-11 • Camp Location: Maine Park (Separate indoor and outdoor space for Youngers and Olders) • Camper must be registered in D64 Worlds of Wonder to attend this camp

3200575 / SSO Nature Camp Olders

Summer School Worlds of Wonder D64 students can extend their day at S.S.O Nature Camps. This camp picks up summer school campers, and is not a drop off camp. Staff will be transporting Summer School campers and will pick up campers at Emerson at the release time for the D64 program (10:00am or 11:40am). Take part in outdoor adventures, science discoveries, and nature-based fun after summer school. Hike through the Wildwood Prairie and the Des Plaines River Trail, fish and dip net in the ponds, cook over the campfire, and enjoy experiments, live animals, and games like Capture the Flag, Zombie Tag, and Color War. Each week includes a special event like an Animal Show, Science Show, tie-dye, or Archery, or a field trip like Rock Climbing or Canoeing. Summer School Option Nature camp is separate from full day Nature Camp and is divided in separate rooms for ages 6-8 and 9-11(separate schedule, and separate indoor/outdoor space for Olders and Youngers). Transportation cost is included with the registration fee from the D64 summer school site to the camp site. Camp is located at Maine Park. All campers please bring daily: nut free lunch with drink (preferably in an eco-friendly container), swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen. MPLC • Swimming at Centennial Aquatic Center (2-3 times a week, weather and safety depending) • Summer School Option Nature Campers can attend a full day of camp from 9:00am-3:00pm when D64 Worlds of Wonder summer school is not in session (June 8, 12, 19. 26 and July 3). • Special Events (during 2 of the 4 weeks) - such as Animal Shows, Science Shows, Archery • Field Trips (during 2 of the 4 weeks) - such as rock climbing, hiking, or canoeing • One camp t-shirt per summer for field trip weeks • Before Care and Summer School Shuttle available at Maine Park location • After Care add-on available at Maine Park location • Camper to Staff Ratio: 8:1 for ages 6-8 / 10:1 for ages 9-11 • Camp Location: Maine Park (Separate indoor and outdoor space for Youngers and Olders) • Camper must be registered in D64 Worlds of Wonder to attend this camp

3200601 / Teen Trail Blazers Summer School Option

Children in summer school can join in with the rest of Teen Trail Blazers at Prospect Park. Due to late arrival, these campers miss morning activities but still go swimming approximately three afternoons per week. Bring a nut-free lunch and snack in a reusable container, water bottle, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and bug spray daily. The school provides a staff member to wait with your child until Park District staff arrives to accompany your child to camp. If your child is absent for a day, please let your site coordinator know. Transportation cost is included with registration. Please note: camp will be held at Maine Park on Jun 19 and Jul 3 due to school closure.

Awesome August

Programs

3200801 / Awesome August

Don’t let the summer end in a haze! There’s still time to make more great memories with one more week of camp fun. Awesome August includes water activities, jumbo lawn games, free play, crafts, and active sports. Campers need to bring a water bottle, swimsuit, sunscreen, and towel daily. Awesome August does not provide transportation to/from specialty camps. See Before & After Care to extend your day. Space is limited!

Before & After Care

Programs

3200158 / Before Care at Centennial Park

Before Care includes low-key activities like free play, board games, art, and movies. Before Care is held at Centennial Park and staff accompanies campers to their camp sites by walking. Registration is for Monday-Friday, but can be prorated for campers attending 2 or 3-day camps. Please contact Maine Park at 847-692-5127 for any scheduling adjustments. Before Care is not available for all camps. Please look for the Before Care symbols to know if this option is available for your camp. Please note: This option of Before Care is ONLY for campers registered for Sports Camp, Camp Rewind, SSO Camp Rewind, Teen Trail Blazers, SSO Teen Trail Blazers, or Art Extravaganza.

3200159 / Before Care at Maine Park

Before Care includes low-key activities like free play, board games, art, and movies. Before Care is held at Maine Park and staff accompanies campers to their camp sites either by walking or in a Park District bus. Registration is for Monday-Friday, but can be prorated for campers attending 2 or 3-day camps. Please contact Maine Park at 847-692-5127 for any scheduling adjustments. Before Care is not available for all camps. Please look for the Before Care symbols to know if this option is available for your camp. Please note: if registering for Sports Camp, Camp Rewind, SSO Camp Rewind, Teen Trail Blazers, SSO Teen Trail Blazers, or Art Extravaganza, you will need to register for Before Care at Centennial.

3200160 / After Care at Maine Park

After Care includes low-key activities like free play, board games, art, and movies. After Care is held at Maine Park and staff accompanies campers from their camp sites either by walking or by bus. Registration is for Monday-Friday, but can be prorated for campers attending 2 or 3-day camps. Please contact Maine Park at 847-692-5127 for any scheduling adjustments. After Care is not available for all camps. Please look for the After Care symbols to know if this option is available for your camp. Please note: if registering for Sports Camp, Camp Rewind, SSO Camp Rewind, Teen Trail Blazers, SSO Teen Trail Blazers, or Art Extravaganza, you will need to register for After Care at Centennial.

3200161 / After Care at Centennial Park

After Care includes low-key activities like free play, board games, art, and movies. After Care is held at Centennial Park and staff accompanies campers from their camp sites either by walking. Registration is for Monday-Friday, but can be prorated for campers attending 2 or 3-day camps. Please contact Maine Park at 847-692-5127 for any scheduling adjustments. After Care is not available for all camps. Please look for the After Care symbols to know if this option is available for your camp. Please note: This option of After Care if ONLY for campers registered for Sports Camp, Camp Rewind, SSO Camp Rewind, Teen Trail Blazers, SSO Teen Trail Blazers, or Art Extravaganza.

Add-On Options

Programs

3160401 / Survival Lab

Wilderness explorers, discover how to live off the land. Tie different knots, set traps, and track animals. Create fire, build a campsite, and a simple shelter. Your training starts now! Camp participants at Maine Park or Wildwood camps will be walked to Survival Lab by a counselor. Bus transportation is limited to camps that attend Maine Park After Care. Attendees who are not in a camp or who are in a camp that doesn't attend Maine Park After Care will need to find their own transportation to class.

3160402 / Wizard School

Join your fellow wizards after camp. Participate in a game on broomstick, design your own magical creatures and plants, and create a magical wand. Attend a potions class and collect ingredients for a variety of bubbly brews! Camp participants at Maine Park or Wildwood camps will be walked to Wizard School by a counselor. Bus transportation is limited to camps that attend Maine Park After Care. Attendees who are not in a camp or who are in a camp that doesn't attend Maine Park After Care will need to find their own transportation to class.

3160403 / Camp Demigod

If you suspect that the blood of the ancient gods runs through your veins, come quick! Train to use your powers of architecture, tinkering, logic, and more, like we’ve trained the eons of heroes who have come before you! Is your godly relative the great and wise Athena? The sun god Ra? The trickster Loki? Design your cabin emblem, collect and create camp beads, and get ready to accept the task the Oracle sets forth for you and your fellow demigods! Camp participants at Maine Park or Wildwood camps will be walked to Camp Demigod by a counselor. Bus transportation is limited to camps that attend Maine Park After Care. Attendees who are not in a camp or who are in a camp that doesn't attend Maine Park After Care will need to find their own transportation to class.

3160404 / GPS Pirates

Argh, me hearties! Climb aboard the great ship Wildwood on our way to adventure. Design and race a seaworthy vessel, create your pirate treasure, and hoist your colors high! Learn to use compasses, GPS, maps and stars to follow the paths to treasure! Camp participants at Maine Park or Wildwood camps will be walked to GPS Pirates by a counselor. Bus transportation is limited to camps that attend Maine Park After Care. Attendees who are not in a camp or who are in a camp that doesn't attend Maine Park After Care will need to find their own transportation to class.

3160405 / Campfire Chefs

Fire up the campfire and create delicious dishes in all kinds of interesting ways. We might cook in a jar, in an orange, using foil, with a can or using other interesting methods. Put your cooking skills to the test and whip up your own signature campfire dish.

3160406 / Dragon Trainers

Join the ranks of famous Dragon Riders like Hiccup, Eragon, and Pete! Learn the science of dragon flight and discover the secret of dragon fire. Design your dragon riding attire and hone your dragon’s fighting skills. Create a dragon friend to take home as you learn to be a Dragon Master! Camp participants at Maine Park or Wildwood camps will be walked to Dragon Trainers by a counselor. Bus transportation is limited to camps that attend Maine Park After Care. Attendees who are not in a camp or who are in a camp that doesn't attend Maine Park After Care will need to find their own transportation to class.

3200413 / Lego Workshop

Extend your camper’s day with hands-on Lego building fun and exciting lego challenges.

2026 Specialty Camp Offerings

Art Camps

Programs

3200403 / Art Extravaganza Camp

Calling all creators and art lovers! We plan to have a blast painting, crafting, and making sculpture projects each day. We will explore nature, famous artists, color & texture as we discover and celebrate our creative side. We’ll also make sure to get outside and move around with some group games and park time. The curriculum is different each week so you can keep coming back for more fun. Dress for a mess! Facilitated by Brickton Art Center.

3230114 / Girls Just Want to Have Fun Camp

Join us in this camp for girls as we create fun and fashionable accessories such as jewelry, tie dye shirts/accessories, and super cute art projects. Each student should bring a white cotton t-shirt to be used for the week’s project. CAC

3230116 / Art Studio Afternoons

*New & Improved* This class will provide a new and structured lesson/project each day. We will explore canvas painting, sculpture, printmaking and more. Students will have a portion of time each class to explore materials on their own in a more relaxed studio type atmosphere. CAC

3230117 / Animal Mania Art Camp

Does you love art AND animals? We are excited to offer this camp for those animal lovers with a creative side. Throughout the week, campers will get the opportunity to express themselves through a wide variety of art materials and explore a lot of different animals and their habitats. CAC

3230118 / One Day Art Camp

Join us for a day full of art and friends! Bring a peanut-free lunch, and we take care of the rest! CAC

3230119 / Ease Out of Summer Art Camp

It has been a long summer—let’s ease our way out with a shorter camp day! We plan to have a blast painting, crafting, and making sculpture projects each day. We will explore nature, famous artists, color & texture as we discover and celebrate our creative side. We’ll also make sure to get outside and move around with some group games and park time. Dress for a mess! Facilitated by Brickton Art Center. CAC

3230120 / Great American Art Roadtrip Camp

Pack your art supplies — we’re taking a creative road trip! Campers will explore famous Ameri-can landscapes and landmarks, from purple mountain majesties to city skylines and coast-to-coast wonders. Using paint, oil pastels, collage, clay sculpture, and more, young artists will cre-ate mixed-media masterpieces inspired by the beauty of the United States. Each day features a new destination, a new material, and tons of imaginative fun! CAC

4130240 / Kiddie Kreations Art Camp

Join Brickton Art Center for their Early Childhood art camp. They will provide a mix of both child-led art and sensory activities as well as instructed art making exploration. We will explore new materials through open-ended art play. Each child will also have the opportunity to create an individual, multi-step art project. Smocks will be provided, but please dress for mess. Please bring a small peanut/tree nut free snack and water. No repeated projects all summer!

Cooking Camps

Programs

3200411 / Jr. Chefs Cooking with Sticky Fingers

Dive into a summer of culinary exploration with our hands-on and fun-filled cooking experience! Our specially crafted kid-friendly full meal recipes are designed to whisk together excitement and learning. At our camp, we blend the joy of culinary arts with the wonders of science, creating a unique space where children can expand both their skills and palates. Join us to ignite a lifelong love for healthy cooking and adventurous eating. Our goal is to make every dish a delightful journey, one that children will relish and remember. Come, cook up some fun with us this summer, and let the flavors of creativity and discovery unfold in every bite!

Dance Camps

Programs

3200702 / Princess Party Dance Camp

Where your princess can shine! Dancers will play games, do crafts, and have fun all while celebrating the magic of a new princess each day. Appropriate dance shoes are recommended but not required. Bring a lunch and water bottle each day.

3200703 / Dance and Arts Camp

Unleash your creativity this summer! Join us for an exciting camp filled with dance, art projects, and fun activities. Perfect for dancers who love to move, create, and explore their artistic side. All skill levels welcome! Appropriate dance shoes are recommended but not required. Bring a snack and water bottle each day.

Skateboard & Biking Camps

Programs

3200705 / Skateboard Camp

This class is for beginner and intermediate skaters. Participants should bring something to drink, snack, skateboard, & helmet. Knee, elbow, & wrist guards strongly encouraged. Skaters will learn how to start, stop, drop in, ollies, basic ramp riding, balance, & tricks. Please email sk8lessonschicago@gmail.com for correct skateboard sizing before purchasing.

3200909 / Bike Camp

For experienced riders only with their own bike & helmet. Learn to navigate your way via the most overlooked mode of transportation…the BIKE. We’ll visit lakes, parks, nature centers, and other exciting sites. Participants will ride their bikes every day (except in severe weather). Fee includes a free “safety check”, an experienced coach(es), and admission to all activities. Campers must bring a helmet, nut-free lunch and beverage daily. *Please note: due to the nature of the class and purchasing of admission tickets, no refunds will be issued after July 17th.

Technology Camps

Programs

3110102 / Code Advantage Minecraft Code: K-Pop Minecraft Hunters

Welcome to the dazzling world of K-Pop stardom and Demon Hunter superhero action! In this exciting Minecraft coding class, students will create and code their own K-Pop Demon Hunter inspired world. Using Microsoft Make-code, they'll code their own Honmoon-sealing hit song, and save their world from demons! Perfect for all the K-Pop loving heroes out there! Prior coding or Minecraft experience not required.

3110103 / IncrediCamps Action Movie Flix

There’s no limits in your action packed movie when using a green screen and camera tricks. Adventures await as you transport anywhere, from captaining a spaceship, to climbing the highest mountain. You’ll collaborate to write, act, & direct in this stunt packed movie where you'll be taught action choreography to thrill the audience. *$35 production fee is included in the cost of the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends.

3110104 / Code Advantage Kidbots & Scratch Jr.

In this hybrid class, students will split the time between engineering and coding. For half of the three-hour class, students will design their own lego robots to have various functions like a car that can steer or light that changes color based on what color a color sensor sees, and the rest of the time will be spent learning to code in Scratch Jr. where students will code their own games and movies!

3110105 / Code Advantage Technology: 3D Coding with Roblox

Students will design, code and play their own 3D worlds with Roblox Studio! Students code using the programming language Lua which is currently the leading scripting language used in games. Roblox s special version of this language Roblox Lua, enhances the experience as students manipulate environments and program while having fun. From Obbys (obstacle courses) to creating Simulator Games, our Roblox Studio Code classes allow kids to publish the games they make showing friends why Roblox Lua is so awesome!

3110106 / Code Advantage AI Robotics & Coding

In this hybrid class, students will split the time between engineering and coding. For half of the three-hour class, students will work in groups to create Lego solutions to real world engineering and AI problems like transportation or climate change, and the rest of the time will be spent learning about programming AI in Scratch where students will code their own games with AI enemies and other AI projects!

3110107 / Code Advantage Minecraft Code: Harry Potter

                Welcome to the World of Witchcraft and Wizardy! In this class, students will learn to code while exploring an interactive Harry Potter world in Minecraft! Every class is a new adventure and opportunity to put coding fundamentals into action. Traveling to Hagrid’s hut, the Quidditch pitch, Privet Drive, Diagon Alley, and beyond, kids will take on quests, fight off some monsters, and cast some magic spells. Join us on this incredible and magical journey! Projects include: brewing potions, enchanting items with special abilities, learn Redstone basics. Prior coding or Minecraft experience not required.

3110108 / Code Advantage Technology: Mobile App Design

This introductory app development course guides students through the process of designing and programming multiple kinds of apps while teaching coding fundamentals such as variables, data type, flow control, debugging, and object-oriented programming. Through a combination of creative thinking, problem-solving, testing and technical skills, students will be encouraged to think about the WHY for each kind of app along with being inspired to create every time they have a great idea! Projects include: Creating clicker games, a translator app, object collection games

3110109 / Code Advantage Minecraft Code: Avatar

The balance of the Minecraft world is disrupted! In this riveting class, students will dive into the immersive world of Avatar the Last Airbender, harnessing the power of coding to master the 4 elements: air, water, earth, and fire! Each session uncovers a new element for our young coders to explore and conquer, each with its unique challenges and mysteries. From the towering mountains to the depths of the oceans, from molten lava caverns to expansive plains of gusting winds, the Minecraft world is awaiting your command! Students will embark on an unforgettable journey, putting their coding skills to the ultimate test in an adventure of creativity, problem-solving, and elemental mastery! Projects include: Airbending using levitation potion abilities, Waterbending using enchantments, Earthbending using loops, random numbers and shapes, Metalbending using loops and agent manipulation, culminating in the Avatar State - a grand test of integrating all coding concepts learned. Prior coding or Minecraft experience not required.

3110110 / IncrediCamp Pokémon Stop Motion Flix

Make your own stop-motion movie using Pokemon characters. Create fires, explosions, and massive floods to incorporate in your epic battles or team up to save the day. Work in small groups to storyboard, film, and voice-over your adventure, and no Pokémon knowledge needed to join the fun! *$35 production fee is included in the cost of the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends.

3110111 / IncrediCamp Action Movie Flix & Pokemon Stop Motion Flix - Full Day

Join us for the full day combo for a discount plus free lunch supervision! Please see both half day descriptions. Bring snacks, lunch and drink. *$70 production fee is included in the cost of the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends.

3110112 / IncrediCamp Magic & Game Strategy Mind Quest

IncrediQuest teach intro subjects where kids learn life skills by doing, and having fun! Magic - Learn new magic each day, along with what it means to be a magician. Game Strategy - Determine the best path to victory by applying our strategies to help you play and win games, and even get ahead in life.

3110113 / IncrediCamp Drawing & Detective Mystery Mind Quest

IncrediQuest teach intro subjects where kids learn life skills by doing, and having fun! Drawing - Put your creative side in gear while exploring a variety of fun drawing techniques. Detective Mystery - Challenge yourself to think outside the box as we work together to solve the puzzles!

3110114 / IncrediCamp Mind Quest Full Day Combo

Get the full variety of subjects in one action-packed week, plus free lunch supervision and a discount! Please see both half day descriptions. Bring snack, lunch and drink.

3110120 / Code Advantage 3D Game Design

One of the best ways to get kids excited is to allow them to create something of their own. In class, students bring their imaginations to life in full, 3D color and create games they can play including Frogger Freeway, Underwater Diving, and Sports Games. Utilizing block coding, this class helps young learners focus on the coding concepts (not typing) to learn about loops, variables, and constructors while having a blast!

3110121 / Code Advantage Dungeons & Dragons

Hey there, brave adventurers and mighty wizards! Are you ready to begin the most epic quest of your lives? Together, we'll embark on a journey of discovery, friendship, and endless fun! In our Dungeons and Dragons adventures, we're not just playing games – we're shaping heroes, scholars, and creative minds! D&D engages the use of Critical Thinking and Logic; Math and Probabilities; Creativity; and Social and Language Skills! Let the dice roll and the magic unfold – your grand adventure awaits!

3110122 / Code Advantage Minecraft Architects

In this awesome class, kids learn while having FUN! Students will learn to move, explore, and build/craft within Minecraft. Then, we recreate real life structures while learning about architecture, physics, and circuitry. By the end, students will use their knowledge and creativity to make projects on their own. Students do not need prior experience with Minecraft.

3110123 / Code Advantage Roblox Code

Students will design, code and play their own 3D worlds with Roblox Studio! Students code using the programming language Lua which is currently the leading scripting language used in games. Roblox’s special version of this language – Roblox Lua, enhances the experience as students manipulate environments and program while having fun. From Obbys (obstacle courses) to creating Simulator Games, our Roblox Studio Code classes allow kids to publish the games they make – showing friends why Roblox Lua is so awesome!

3110124 / Code Advantage Star wars Code: Minecraft and Robots

May the Force be with you! In this class, students will build their own droids and program their own light sabers! Spending half of their time designing Lego robots and vehicles from star wars and the rest of their time bringing the Force to life in a Star Wars-themed Minecraft experience, students will get to explore various STEAM concepts all in a fun and mystifying experience.

3110125 / Code Advantage Python & Team Robotics

In this hybrid class, students will split the time between engineering and coding. For half of the three-hour class, students will learn python and create various text-based python projects and the rest of the time will be spent working in groups to create Lego solutions to real world engineering challenges like transportation or climate change. Groups will have the chance to compete against each other to see how each of their solutions have their own strengths and weaknesses.

Theater Camps

Programs

3180111 / Theater Camp: Week 1, 8:30am-11:30am

The jungle is jumpin' with a jazzy beat in Disney's The Jungle Book! Join Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera, King Louie, and all of your favorite Jungle Book characters in this fun jungle adventure based on the classic animated Disney film. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jun 13 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180112 / Theater Camp: Week 2, 8:30am-11:30am

Let’s All SING! is an adorable musical bringing the world of the beloved movie Sing! to life. Young performers shine as they sing and dance to familiar tunes from the hit movie. With its charming cast of talented animal characters, Let’s All SING! will be a heartwarming experience for families and fans alike. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jun 20 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180113 / Theater Camp: Week 3, 8:30am-11:30am

Join us for this fun feline musical, where one particular kitten by the name of Mewliet (as in Juliet) comes to the group with a problem: her friend, who has a huge admiration for cats, would like Mewliet to teach them how to climb a tree like a cat. The other cats are eager to help until they find out that the friend’s name is Rover and is, in fact, a dog! In the course of the musical, the cats, Rover, and his canine pals, come to realize that maybe if they got a different perspective, they all might get along. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jun 27 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180115 / Theater Camp: Week 5, 8:30am-11:30am

“Olaf’s Summer Adventure”, is a delightful new musical for children inspired by the hit Disney musical Frozen. Join the beloved snowman Olaf and his friends as he sets off on a new musical adventure, and learns an important lesson about staying true to who you are. Featuring your favorite songs from Frozen and other Disney shows, Olaf’s Summer Adventure will be a delight for children and audiences alike! M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 11 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180116 / Theater Camp: Week 6, 8:30am-11:30am

Join us for a magical adventure through the Peppermint Forest and the Gumdrop Mountains as a group of kids make a musical journey to the Candy Castle! Featuring delightful songs and a cast of characters that includes Mr. Mint, Lord Licorice, King Candy and many more, Candyland: The Musical will be a sweet treat for students and audiences alike! M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 18 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180117 / Theater Camp: Week 7, 8:30am-11:30am

Broadway Bound is an adorable musical revue, celebrating the excitement and sparkle of Broadway’s most beloved shows. Young performers shine as they sing, dance, and act their way through familiar tunes and memorable characters. With its charming cast and playful energy, Broadway Bound is a delightful introduction to the magic of musical theatre. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 25 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180118 / Theater Camp: Week 8, 8:30am-11:30am

Join in the fairytale frenzy when Chicken Little, the Three Little Pigs, Humpty Dumpty, the Cat with a fiddle, Little Bo Peep, Little Boy Blue and a host of other characters are having a BAD DAY! But with the help of a cheerful Mother Goose, discover how they learn to make the best out of life’s ups and downs. Join in the fairytale frenzy when Chicken Little, the Three Little Pigs, Humpty Dumpty, the Cat with a fiddle, Little Bo Peep, Little Boy Blue and a host of other characters are having a BAD DAY! But with the help of a cheerful Mother Goose, discover how they learn to make the best out of life’s ups and downs. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Aug 1 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180121 / Theater Camp Week 1, 9am-3pm

Disney’s Aladdin JR. tells the story of the “diamond in the rough” street rat who learns that his true worth lies deep within. The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for our young performers! M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jun 13 at the Prairie Lakes Theater in Des Plaines, Il.

3180122 / Theater Camp Week 2, 9am-3pm

The Addams Family Musical is a delightfully macabre comedy that brings the iconic, spooky-yet-lovable family to life on stage. When Wednesday Addams falls in love with a “normal” boy, chaos ensues as the Addams host his unsuspecting family for a bizarre dinner. Filled with catchy songs, dark humor, and heartfelt moments, the show explores themes of love, acceptance, and embracing one’s true self. This witty script and eccentric characters make for a charming celebration of the wonderfully weird. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jun 20 at Prairie Lakes Theater in Des Plaines, Il.

3180123 / Theater Camp: Week 3, 9am-3pm

Disney’s Mary Poppins Jr. is a magical musical that brings the beloved story of the practically perfect nanny to the stage in a family-friendly adaptation. When Mary Poppins arrives at the Banks household, she leads Jane and Michael on whimsical adventures filled with wonder and life lessons. With classic songs like “A Spoonful of Sugar” and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,” this show is bursting with charm, imagination, and heart. This enchanting production captures the power of kindness, creativity, and the joy of discovering the extraordinary in the everyday. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jun 27 at Prairie Lakes Theater in Des Plaines, Il.

3180125 / Theater Camp: Week 5, 9am-3pm

Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney’s Descendants: The Musical is a jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the film! Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost-home of the most infamous villains who ever lived-the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island…until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps, or learn to be good? M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 11 at Prairie Lakes Theater in Des Plaines, Il.

3180126 / Theater Camp: Week 6, 9am-3pm

Join us for Christmas in July! Elf the Musical Jr. is a heartwarming and hilarious holiday tale that follows Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole, as he journeys to New York City to find his true family. Along the way, Buddy spreads Christmas cheer to everyone he meets with his boundless enthusiasm and childlike wonder. Filled with catchy songs, festive spirit, and laugh-out-loud moments, the show captures the magic and joy of the season. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 18 at Prairie Lakes Theater.

3180127 / Theater Camp: Week 7, 9am-3pm

Legally Blonde the Musical Jr. is a vibrant, empowering story that follows Elle Woods as she sets out to win back her boyfriend by enrolling at Harvard Law School. Along the way, Elle discovers her own brilliance, confidence, and determination, proving she’s more than just a pretty face. Filled with high-energy songs, bold characters, and plenty of pink-powered fun, the show celebrates staying true to yourself. This upbeat musical reminds audiences that believing in your own abilities is always in style. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 25 at Prairie Lakes Theater, Des Plaines, Il.

3180128 / Theater Camp: Week 8, 9am-3pm

Our Summer season concludes with Willy Wonka Jr, a whimsical musical that brings Roald Dahl’s fantastical world of pure imagination to life on stage. When young Charlie Bucket discovers a golden ticket, he embarks on a magical tour of Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory. Filled with colorful characters, catchy songs, and unforgettable moments, the show celebrates creativity, kindness, and the joy of dreaming big. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Aug 1at Prairie Lakes Theater

Athletics - All Star Sports Camps

Programs

3201443 / All Star Football Camp

Enjoy a week of action-packed football in a fun and safe environment. No tackling allowed! We'll work on positioning, catching, throwing, patterns, footwork, and offensive and defensive strategies.

3201446 / All Star Soccer Camp

We cover every aspect of the world’s most popular game. Each day consists of stretching and warm-ups, drills and skills, fun competitions, and a strategy session all leading up to a game.

3201456 / All Star Mini Sports Camp

Mini Sports Camp will be a fun filled 2 hour camp of instruction and playing a variety of sports each day. All Star Sports will email participants regarding what sports and personal equipment each player will need for the day. This camp does not have an indoor location so camp will be canceled for inclement weather and prorated refunds will be issued for lost days.

Athletics - Baseball & Softball Camps

Programs

3201431 / Illinois Baseball Academy Camp

Wrap up your summer with baseball fun. Players improve their skills by revisiting fundamentals with new and challenging drills, as well as daily baseball games. Players are divided by age and ability level. Campers gain confidence, improve coordination, and develop an appreciation of a wide variety of games outside of just baseball. Stretching & Agility Training: developing young athletes through modern practices in dynamic stretching, strength development, and injury prevention. Character Development: assisting parents in raising thoughtful, well-adjusted children by teaching life lessons via select IBA materials. Baseball Instruction: teaching the proper fundamentals of the game to all participants, enabling each to become progressively more competent and confident. Cross-Sport Application: introducing young athletes to multiple sports that call for similar skills...thus ensuring a sense of challenge, change, and fun. Please reach out to bobby@illinoisbaseballacademy.com with any questions.

Athletics - Basketball Camps

Programs

3201414 / J Dreams Basketball 101 Ages 8-10

This program will introduce your children to the game of basketball if they are beginners or if they need the know how to get to the next level. Basic skills of dribbling, passing, form-shooting, and defense will be taught. New individual challenges will be presented to develop the importance of reaching goals. Modified basketballs will help reach the next level. Lesson plan also incorporates pivoting, closeouts and jump-stops.

3201416 / J Dreams Basketball 201 Ages 8-10

This program will advance your children into “game situation” drills and continue to build basketball fundamentals on an individual basis. Advanced skills n drills of dribbling, passing, finishing, shooting, and defense will be taught. Pairing games will be played to show the importance of counter-moves! Lesson plan also incorporates reverse pivoting, closeouts and jump-stops.

3201417 / J Dreams Basketball 201 Ages 11-13

This program will advance your children into “game situation” drills and continue to build basketball fundamentals on an individual basis. Advanced skills n drills of dribbling, passing, finishing, shooting, and defense will be taught. Pairing games will be played to show the importance of counter-moves! Lesson plan also incorporates reverse pivoting, closeouts and jump-stops.

Athletics - Fencing Camps

Programs

3201428 / Fencing Camp

Participants of all ages learn how to use weapons such as foil and epee while engaging in thrilling and exciting sword fighting! Camp includes a lot of physical conditioning, group work, private lessons, fencing bouts, competition, and games. This helps build endurance, strengthen muscles, build confidence, and learn about teamwork. Camp features Olympic Champions, World Champions, World Cup Champions, and National Champions, as well as all World Level coaches. All equipment is provided. Lunch is included.

Athletics - Hockey Camps

Programs

3261000 / Oakton Elite Hockey Camp 8U & 10U

Complete on and off ice training for serious hockey players! Divided by age and skill level, our staff professionals will run campers through drills designed to get them ready for the upcoming season. Each day has two ice touches and additional dryland programming. Participants need full hockey equipment and should bring food, water, and workout clothes/gym shoes daily.

3261001 / Oakton Elite Hockey Camp 12U & 14U

Complete on and off ice training for serious hockey players! Divided by age and skill level, our staff professionals will run campers through drills designed to get them ready for the upcoming season. Each day has two ice touches and additional dryland programming. Participants need full hockey equipment and should bring food, water, and workout clothes/gym shoes daily.

Athletics - Hot Shots Camps

Programs

3201461 / Hot Shots Sports Indoor Turf Sports Camp Half Day Mornings

Turf Sports Camp is a fun, high-energy indoor camp held on a turf field. Campers will play a variety of sports and activities, including soccer, baseball, football, running games, and classic camp games. Each day focuses on teamwork, skill development, and friendly competition, all led by enthusiastic coaches who keep the experience safe, engaging, and inclusive environment. Please bring a water bottle

3201462 / Hot Shots Sports Indoor Turf Sports Camp Half Day Afternoons

Turf Sports Camp is a fun, high-energy indoor camp held on a turf field. Campers will play a variety of sports and activities, including soccer, baseball, football, running games, and classic camp games. Each day focuses on teamwork, skill development, and friendly competition, all led by enthusiastic coaches who keep the experience safe, engaging, and inclusive environment. Please bring a water bottle.

3201463 / Hot Shots Sports Indoor Turf Sports Camp Full Day

Turf Sports Camp is a fun, high-energy indoor camp held on a turf field. Campers will play a variety of sports and activities, including soccer, baseball, football, running games, and classic camp games. Each day focuses on teamwork, skill development, and friendly competition, all led by enthusiastic coaches who keep the experience safe, engaging, and inclusive environment. Please bring a water bottle and a nut free sack lunch.

3201473 / Hot Shots Sports Flag Football Camp

Come join in on the fun and start playing the nation’s most loved game! Campers are introduced to stance, receiving, rushing, and defense. Each day, players will go through drills, fun games, and end with a scrimmage encouraging teamwork and sportsmanship. Players always get to play either receiver or running back. Games focus on fundamentals and field concepts, as well as positions and mechanics. No equipment necessary!

3201474 / Hot Shots Sports Lil' Dribblers Camp

The Lil’ Dribblers Basketball camp introduces children to the game of basketball in a safe, fun and exciting environment. Our coaches use age-appropriate activities and games specifically designed to increase balance, body awareness, motor skills, hand eye coordination, listening skills and the ability to follow directions. The Lil’ Dribblers camp includes exclusively designed equipment tailored to enhance the basketball experience for each participant. The program challenges children to develop new cognitive, physical and social skills. In addition, each child will experience social interaction with children and adults in a fun environment.

3201475 / Hot Shots Sports Tiny Tots Camp

Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports including basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, t-ball and other sports and group games. The program provides an opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nurture his/her growth socially and emotionally through teamwork and good sportsmanship.

3201476 / Hot Shots Sports Basketball Skills Camp

Campers improve their basketball fundamentals, learn advanced skills, and enhance their teamwork. Dribbling, passing, rebounding, shooting and defense skills are developed. Campers are divided into groups based on age, size and ability.

3201477 / Hot Shots Sports Total Sports Camp

This camp focuses on a variety of sports including flag football, basketball, baseball, soccer, and other group games. Each day camper’s focus on skill development and fundamentals for each respective sport, followed by game play. Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship.

3201478 / Hot Shots Sports; Sports Battle: Nerf & Dodgeball Camp

This camp features games from two of our most popular activities: Dodgeball and Nerf Elite Battle! All Nerf guns, ammo and eye protection will be provided. Dodgeball uses super soft balls and safety is stressed during game play.

3201479 / Hot Shots Sports Ultimate Sports Camp

This camp focuses on a variety of fun, but uncommon sports including Speedball, Sabaki Ball, Ultimate Frisbee, and other group games. Each day camper’s focus on skill development and fundamentals for each respective sport, followed by game play. Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship.

3201480 / Hot Shots Sports Camp Games

This class focuses on a variety of fun team games, like kickball, capture the flag, dodgeball, running games, and other group games. Each week, participants will play a different game, and different variations of the game if applicable! Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship.

3201481 / Hot Shots Sports Baseball Skills Camp

This baseball camp gives players an introduction to baseball. Players work on technique and enhancing form in this comprehensive skills camp. This program teaches throwing mechanics as well as batting stance, bat positioning and speed, using both live pitching and hitting off the tee. Players learn various positions in the field through game play and basic in game strategy. Players should bring their own gloves, and be ready for a fun, fast paced learning environment.

3201482 / Hot Shots Sports Soccer Skills Camp

Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of soccer tactics such as passing the ball, offensive moves, defensive moves, keeping/controlling the ball and taking the ball away from the opposing team. Players learn to score and prevent goals. Physical endurance and fitness are emphasized while touching the ball. Campers will go through drills, fun games, and scrimmages each day!

3201483 / Hot Shots Sports Ninja Warrior Fitness Camp

Leap, hop, skip, run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test. This fun movement based class will challenge your Ninja to maneuver over and under objects. Other aerobic and anaerobic activities, skill challenges, competitions and games will be played to ensure an interactive, fun, and rewarding environment is created for participants to engage with fitness in a positive and stimulating manner. Bring your gym shoes and get ready for one of the most creative and innovative sports camps around!

3201484 / Hot Shots Sports Gymnastics Camp

This camp will expose participants to the basics of gymnastics, working on balance and how to control their core and form. Participants will learn on how to properly invert themselves and do so in a safe and controlled manner, while also working on basic technique. There will be no specific focus on any one aspect of gymnastics, but a broad study of what it takes to be a gymnast. Skill competitions and individual challenges will be used to provide a fun, safe, and interactive environment to learn and grow. Wear loose fitting clothing, gym shoes and be prepared to have tons of fun!

3201429 / Ultimate Frisbee Camp

Kids learn ultimate frisbee with the Chicago Union, the professional ultimate frisbee team that plays right here in Evanston. The camp teaches throwing, catching, movement, and teamwork through engaging activities similar to soccer and football drills. Designed for all skill levels!

Athletics - Lacrosse Camps

Programs

3201471 / Oakton Boys Lacrosse Camp

Complete training for Lacrosse for those who want to further develop their skills! Divided by age and skill level, our staff will run campers through drills designed to get them ready for the upcoming season. Participants need full lacrosse equipment and should bring a water bottle.

3201472 / Oakton Girls Lacrosse Camp

Complete training for Lacrosse for those who want to further develop their skills! Divided by age and skill level, our staff will run campers through drills designed to get them ready for the upcoming season. Participants need full lacrosse equipment and should bring a water bottle.

Athletics - Soccer Camps

Programs

3201406 / Chicago Fire Half Day Soccer Camps - Mornings

Chicago Fire FC Camps are the perfect way to introduce your child to the world’s fastest-growing youth sport and develop their soccer skills. Through small group instruction, certified, professional coaches will guide campers through activities structured around daily themes, including dribbling, passing, attacking, and defending. Chicago Fire FC Camps incorporate nationally recognized SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) traits and values like self-awareness, responsible decision-making, and teamwork into activities. All participants receive a Chicago Fire camp t-shirt, and a ticket to a Chicago Fire match. Along with the ticket comes a special matchday experience including player autographs, an appearance by the lovable Fire mascot, Sparky, and discounted tickets for the whole family.

3201407 / Chicago Fire Half Day Soccer Camp - Afternoons

Chicago Fire FC Camps are the perfect way to introduce your child to the world’s fastest-growing youth sport and develop their soccer skills. Through small group instruction, certified, professional coaches will guide campers through activities structured around daily themes, including dribbling, passing, attacking, and defending. Chicago Fire FC Camps incorporate nationally recognized SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) traits and values like self-awareness, responsible decision-making, and teamwork into activities. All participants receive a Chicago Fire camp t-shirt, and a ticket to a Chicago Fire match. Along with the ticket comes a special matchday experience including player autographs, an appearance by the lovable Fire mascot, Sparky, and discounted tickets for the whole family.

3201408 / Chicago Fire Full Day Soccer Camp

Chicago Fire FC Camps are the perfect way to introduce your child to the world’s fastest-growing youth sport and develop their soccer skills. Through small group instruction, certified, professional coaches will guide campers through activities structured around daily themes, including dribbling, passing, attacking, and defending. Chicago Fire FC Camps incorporate nationally recognized SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) traits and values like self-awareness, responsible decision-making, and teamwork into activities. All participants receive a Chicago Fire camp t-shirt, and a ticket to a Chicago Fire match. Along with the ticket comes a special matchday experience including player autographs, an appearance by the lovable Fire mascot, Sparky, and discounted tickets for the whole family.

Athletics - Volleyball Camps

Programs

3201411 / Volleyball Camps Age 8-10

It’s time to take your volleyball GAME to the outdoors. A camp hosted by the EVP Academies Pros, that features all the latest drills and training techniques that build your skills for the next level. Lots of contests and games too, with fun and active instructors! The camp will concentrate on the fundamentals of passing, setting, serving and spiking. You will learn to overhand serve and play organized games. The lesson plan directs individual training that helps each student reach a new level. This four-day camp is for athletes 8yr-10yrs & 11yrs-14yrs

3201412 / Volleyball Camps Age 11-14

It’s time to take your volleyball GAME to the outdoors. A camp hosted by the EVP Academies Pros, that features all the latest drills and training techniques that build your skills for the next level. Lots of contests and games too, with fun and active instructors! The camp will concentrate on the fundamentals of passing, setting, serving and spiking. You will learn to overhand serve and play organized games. The lesson plan directs individual training that helps each student reach a new level. This four-day camp is for athletes 8yr-10yrs & 11yrs-14yrs

3201413 / Jr. EVP Pro Beach Volleyball Camps

Our EVP coaches will train your experienced athlete in the 2-person and 4-person formats of beach volleyball. After 20 minutes of daily training in passing, setting, serving and spiking then the competition will begin. Athletes will be paired with other athletes who have a similar skill set and compete in daily tournaments. The sand, wind and sun add a whole new dimension. This program is for experienced players only. Also, remember to bring your swim gear for short water breaks!