Workshops and Camps
Summer Camps 2012!
New Exciting Programming, more adventures for everyone!
BIRTH CERTIFICATES ARE NEEDED TO ENROLL CHILDREN FOR 2012 SUMMER CAMP!
Summer is a blast when you spend it at the Curious Kids' Museum! Don't miss our fantastic fun-filled day camps! All camps are educationally based programs incorporating Hands-on Science Activities. Each week our campers will go on an "Animal Hunt," check out St. Joe's local horse drawn transportation, play on the beach each day, brown bag lunches on the bluff, listening to local music at the bandstand, field trips, swimming, along with private time to explore the Museum Exhibits! All this in addition to the weekly camp theme!
Your leader will give you a schedule each Monday which includes Swim Day, Whirlpool Rose Compass splash fountain play time for that week.
Proof of age will be required. We work hard at making all our camps age appropriate. It's important the camp meets the needs of both you and your child, which will ensure everyone has an exciting learning experience. Children must be of appropriate age for camps by June 1, 2012.
Our qualified staff is handpicked, trained in First Aid, CPR and each of them has worked with children for a number of years. Camp is a great way to gather precious memories and build special friendships that will last a lifetime!
Please note Fees vary with camps & trips. Full payment is due at registration. Cancellations must be made within 7 days prior to camp for camp refund, minus a $25 registration fee. Cancellations made within 7 days of camp will not be refunded, but will receive a credit. Save $10 when registering two siblings for the same week. Three siblings, Save $20 when registering all 3 for the same week.
SUMMER DAY CAMP ADVENTURES FOR AGES 7-12
*FISHING CAMP, AGES 8 AND UP
9:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Campers should bring a sack lunch with drink, sunscreen and a lightweight jacket each day, and swimsuit and towel on swim day. Make sure campers wear comfortable shoes and clothing each day...clothes that can get dirty (girls without heels please).
Hooked On Fishing
June 25-29 Ages: 8 and Up
Cost: $145.00 mem, $165.00 non-mem.
Grab your poles...No previous experience required, just an interest to learn and have fun! Campers will learn the basics of fishing, casting, baiting their own hooks, tying flies, cleaning their catch and what to do when you have a BIG one on the line! Campers will enjoy the great outdoors while learning about fish habitats, marine biology and anatomy (also known as blood and guts)! Fishing trips will be to Lake Michigan, the St. Joseph River, along with pier fishing. This exciting will conclude with "fishing telling stories" and a fish fry on Friday for the campers. Bring your own fishing pole and gear. (For those who do not own their own poles, extra poles and gear will be available for campers to share). Campers are to bring a brownbag lunch with drink each day except Friday. Campers will need to bring light-weight jackets and sunscreen each day. The Museum will provide lifejackets for campers. ALL campers will wear a life jacket at ALL times down by the water...NO exceptions!
Dig It!
July 9-13 Ages: 7-12
Cost: $145.00 mem, $165.00 non-mem.
Find your inner explorer...Imagine being on an archeological dig, discovering the rich cultural history and treasures of the Native Americans or Ice Age Animals. Campers will perform site surveys, learn to read maps, excavate a site, while classifying the things they find. Learn and use techniques used by real archeologists. In addition to working the dig, camp will feature a variety of archeology-oriented activities and games. Campers will hear archeologists speak and talk with them about the places they've been and view some of the treasures unearthed on the digs. Living in Michigan there is a big possibility of finding bones of Mastodons! Campers will visit the Priscilla Byrns Center Ice Age Imperials Exhibit.
Girls of America
July 16-19 (Overnight on July 19)
Ages: 6-12 Cost: $150.00 mem, $170.00 non-mem.
Each day enjoy a favorite American Girl character in a whole new way with this interactive camp. Campers get to watch history unfold before their eyes as they explore the different periods of American History with American Girl Dolls and their elaborate backgrounds. Bring your imagination as you embark on this fun-filled week.
McKenna So many of us has to learn to balance school, sports, friends and relaxing time. You will learn more about this determined girl who loves gymnastics, but when she finds herself struggling with classes she learns quickly you need to set goals for yourself. Campers will learn fun routines and make gym bags.
Marie-Grace is a young girl who discovers her voice in times of trouble. Living in the year 1853 brought hard times for many people. Learn how two friends depended on each other in times of trouble...two are always better than one. Campers will make beautiful hats for themselves and their dolls while discovering with courage, compassion, and a true friend to lean on, you can get through the worst of times.
Rebecca is a lively girl who lived in two worlds like most of her friends—the one their families came from and the America they all came to together. Rebecca loves to celebrate the traditions of her Russian-Jewish family, but she's also excited about the new customs of New York City. With a little creativity, she learns how to stay true to her heart as she follows her dreams. Campers will have fun playing dress up and putting on a play. Making a treasure chest for their dolls will bring out lots of creativity.
Julie In the 1970s, girls experienced all kinds of changes, and Julie's story highlights many of them. She's facing several challenges all at once—she's moving away from her best friend, Ivy, starting over in a new home, and dealing with new issues at school. But with creativity and optimism, Julie learns to make a few changes of her own. Julie is big into beads and crafts, Campers will have fun making matching beaded necklaces for themselves and their dolls.
The last night of camp, "Thursday" campers will spend the night at the museum with their Dolls. Camp will dismiss at 8:30 AM on Friday morning.
Intro To Cooking
July 23-27 Ages: 7-12
Cost: $145.00 mem, $165.00 non-mem.
This camp is for all the kids who just love cooking and can't stay out of the kitchen! Everyone will participate in making various aspects of their meals. In addition to general cooking techniques, the campers will be instructed on safe food handling and equipment safety, along with table etiquette. Campers will learn how to read a recipe, prepare and cook delicious and healthy dishes with emphasis on nutrition, and food science. All campers will take home a cook book with copies of the recipes which they create. Campers will have a great time going behind the scenes with local eateries in the St. Joseph area to see how their specialties are created! Local Chefs' will coming in throughout the week to work with the campers on preparing their lunches. Campers will invite (2) guest to join them for lunch on Friday. Bring a sack lunch Monday Only.
Destination...Water
July 30-Aug. 3 Ages: 7-12
Cost: $145.00 mem, $165.00 non-mem.
If you love getting wet every day, this is the camp for you! Campers will explore and experience the beauty of Lake Michigan's Silver Beach each morning as they hike down to the warm white sandy beach for a little morning fun. Campers will take a field trip to Sarett Nature Center to explore the science of water and learn more about pond animals and plants. Learn about the dangers of Lake Michigan and the art of rescue from our Coast Guard is a must when living or vacationing on the lake. Fun water games, water balloon toss, slip-and-slide and play time down at the Rose Compass Water Fountain will round out the days. There will be lots of water fun and water experiments for everyone!
CURIOSITY CAMPS FOR AGES 4-6
MONDAY-THURSDAY, 9:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.
Cost: $75 Members, $95 non-members
Hands-on Science Discoveries, Creative Art Activities, Music, Games, Private Play Time in the Museum, snacks and drinks each day.
Our Camps are designed to teach children how to observe situations and solve problems as they explore the world around them.
A Curiously Creative Camp! June 25-28
Fun...Fun...Fun... everyday! If you love to draw, get messy, create and play ALL day...then this camp is for you! We consider everyone to be an artist in their own way, so no previous skills are needed! Exercising the creative side of the brain is a helpful skill they will be used throughout your entire life. Splatter, Painting, Sand-painting, campers will create their own snacks, bake it and eat it! Shaving cream fun, handprint bouquets are just to name a few. Come on in and enjoy ALL the different crafts, games, and fun for the week!
Pirates, Pirates, PIRATES! July 9-12
Pirates have invaded St. Joe! Ahoy Mateys, we set sail once again in search of the magic treasure chest! Along the way we'll need to make telescopes to help us find our way... carefully skirting around other pirates that are after the gold themselves. It's all fun and games with the challenges along the way; walking the plank, hiding from other pirates, searching for secret maps and so much more! We'll read stories, enjoy tasty snacks and sing our favorite pirate songs ending with an AARRGG! Each camper will design their own treasure chest, along with other crafty projects to take home. Join us for this extravagant voyage!
Dino-riffic Dinosaurs July 16-19
What happened to the dinosaurs millions of years ago? Did dinosaurs walk the earth at the same time man did? If you were a scientist, which theory would you choose? No bones about it....this is a GREAT camp! Campers will get to handle REAL dinosaur bones that are millions of years old! Becoming pre-junior paleontologists using grids, brushes and trowels to carefully work away and remove sand from around fossils will surely be exciting. Campers will compare their foot prints to a T-Rex's print, erupt a volcano, and build their own dinosaur. For a fun filled dino week!
All Aboard! July 23-26
Choo....Choo... Boys and Girls....All Aboard for the CKM Rail Adventure! Follow the tracks to a fun filled week. Campers will help build "Thomas the Tank Engine" to play in throughout the week. It'll be exciting to learn about the different kinds of trains and their functions each day. We'll be reading a different book each day as the campers make train crafts to take home. We'll end the week on a sweet note as we create a train cake, and then eat it too! Choo....Choo....All Aboard!
Around the World in the Magic Tree House July 30-Aug. 2
This fun filled camp allows campers to step into a world of adventure and history each day by using wizard's hats, magic wands and the three special rules that will guide the campers through an amazing adventure! From sea monsters deep in the ocean to penguins at the Antarctica campers will continue their quest each day for the secrets of happiness-secrets they need if they're going to save Merlin. Each day the Magic Tree House will land in a different place, a different adventure, a different set of secrets! A magical week awaits you!
Friday's Back Yard Gang
Ages 3 ½ to 6 years od
Time: 9:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.
$15.00 Members - $20.00 non-members
This once-a-week camp will provide young children with coordinated, yet loosely structured, activities where they can move around and get their wiggles and giggles out while learning age-appropriate skills. Backyard games, crafts, PRIVATE time in the museum, and fun activities are all part of these hands-on-learning experiences. Snack and drinks included daily.
June 29 Create It Fun...Fun...Fun... Calling all artist! Exercise the creative side of your brain as you get messy and create a master piece to take home! Wear clothes that are OK to get messy and dirty!
July 13 Treasure Island Ahoy Mate! You're all alone on a deserted Island with a treasure map...can you find the missing treasure? You may have to cross all kinds of obstacles before you find the missing treasure.
July 20 Romping Rascals It sloshes, it splashes, it flows and spreads and it can even change shape. What is this amazing substance? Why, it's water! Fun water activities out on the back lawn...be sure to bring a towel and wear clothing that can get wet! A yummy watery snack for all campers!
July 27 Under A Rock Come meet tiny neighbors in "your habitat." Take a look under a rock and find some special friends; the worms, the ants, the spider and more! It's a fact-filled funfest on investigation into the smaller natural world that is right under our feet!
Aug 03 Walk With the Wild Side Keep your eyes open, you never know what animals we'll meet as we venture deep into the jungle on our own Safari! Have fun learning why monkeys swing from trees and how the lion earned his rank as King of the Jungle.
Child Care
Are you working and need Child Care? Have a busy schedule? Extended hours Care is available at Curious Kids' Museum!
Morning Session
7:30 – 9:00 AM
Afternoon Session
4:30 – 5:30 PM
Afternoon Sessions are NOT available for the 4 – 6 year old camps.
Costs: $6.00/session, $12/day or $60 all week/child. Cost includes adult staff, snack, and playtime in museum. Reservations and payments must be made in advance. The Museum must have a minimum of 2 children / session to operate Child care each day. Child drop off and pick-up are through the Museum's south parking lot door. Please be prompt.
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