June camps: Belleville East, YMCA, SWIC offer camps for kids
Sports camps
Belleville East Baseball
▪ Belleville East baseball field; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; tblomberg@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming fifth through ninth grades
▪ Cost: $40 for fifth through seventh; $50 for eighth and ninth
▪ 8:30 to 10 a.m. for fifth through seventh; 10:15 a.m. to noon for eight and ninth June 1-4
Belleville East Girls Basketball
▪ Belleville East Main Gym and Gym Annex; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; akemezys@wbsd113.org
▪ Ages: Incoming fourth through eighth; divided
▪ Cost: $50
▪ 3:30 to 5 p.m. for grades fourth through sixth; 3:30 to 6 p.m. for grades sixth through eighth June 1-4
Belleville East Boys and Girls Tennis
▪ Belleville East tennis courts; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; dskaer@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming fifth through 12th grades
▪ Cost: $50
▪ 2 to 4 p.m. June 1-4
Belleville East Boys and Girls Track
▪ Belleville East Track; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; kanderson@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming sixth through eighth grades
▪ Cost: $40
▪ 8 to 10:30 a.m. June 1-4
Belleville East Wrestling
▪ Belleville Gym Annex; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; mbrown@bths201.org
▪ Ages: 10 to 18
▪ Cost: $50
▪ 10 a.m. to noon June 1-4
Overnight camps
DuBois Center Just You and Me Camp
Faith-based program with age-based adventures, including horseback riding.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Adult and child age 5, 6 or 7
▪ Cost: Actual: $218 for adult, $180 for child; partially subsidized $198 for adult and $160 for child; subsidized $178 for adult and $140 for child
▪ June 5-7
DuBois Center Settler
Faith-based program with age-based adventures, including horseback riding.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed third through fifth grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $510, partially subsidized $470, subsidized $430
▪ June 5-10
DuBois Center Trekkin’ It
Faith-based program with age-based adventures and canoeing and archery in screened-in cabins.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed fifth through eighth grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $510, partially subsidized $470, subsidized $430
▪ June 5-10
DuBois Center Horsin’ Around
Faith-based program with age-based adventures and horseback riding.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed fifth through seventh grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $555, partially subsidized $515, subsidized $475
▪ June 5-10
Weekly camps
YMCA Traditional Day Camp
Variety of field trips, swimming, craft projects, outdoor education, songs and adventure. Weekly theme: Wilderness Exploration.
▪ YMCA at 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville; 618-346-5600; cmt@gwrymca.org; 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; East Belleville YMCA, 2627 Carlyle Ave., Belleville; 618-236-9983; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $95 for five-day YMCA members; $125 for five-day nonmembers; $75 for three-day YMCA members; $105 for five-day nonmembers
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 6-10
Kidcam Camp
Arts and crafts, organized activities, water games, weekly field trips and more.
▪ Holy Trinity School, 504 Fountains Parkway, Fairview Heights; www.kidcamcamp.com; lindsaybeaston@gmail.com
▪ Ages: 3 to 13
▪ Cost: Registration is $50, weekly tuition is $110. Free before care starts at 7 a.m.; after care until 6 p.m. is $2 for 30 minutes, $4 for an hour
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 6-10
Katherine Dunham Children’s Workshop
Daily classes of Dunham technique, ballet, visual arts and more. Develop self-confidence, discipline and conflict resolution. Several field trips and other activities.
▪ Katherine Dunham Museum; call Ruby Streate at 618-671-2332
▪ Ages: 5 to 18
▪ Cost: $250 plus fees for field trips
▪ 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 6 to Aug. 13
Magic Camp
Read a spectator’s mind, defy gravity and cause a selected card to appear in Chicago. These are just a few of the tricks you’ll learn in Abra-Kid-Abra’s new Mind Reading & Other Cool Tricks Camp. Twist animal balloons, learn comedy magic skits and more. Camp culminates with students putting on a show for their families. Goals are to develop presentation skills, build confidence and have fun.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $99; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 9 a.m. to noon June 6-10
Balloonatics Camp
Learn to create more than 20 balloons animals, spin out with UFO balloons and make a balloon helicopter that really flies. Each day campers take home a different novelty balloon — race car balloons, rocket balloons, and more. Camp concludes with the Balloonatics showing off their skills in a balloon twist jam for their families.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $99; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. June 6-10
Magic & Balloonatics Camp
Enjoy the benefit of both classes at a discounted rate. Spend the morning in the Magic camp and the afternoon in the Balloonatics Camp. Bring a sack lunch.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ A ges: 6-12
▪ Cost: $99; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 6-10
Dr. Seuss the Science Guy
Use Dr. Seuss’ children’s books to create science experiments that are used in each story from gooey, ooey, oobleck to fizzy footprints. Science and math are a part of each experiment and activity that we will be doing.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 6-9
Crazy for Canines
Learn fun facts about Fido, basic training and safety tips. Campers will make treats for their playful pooch and learn how to help some local furry friends.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 6-9
Sting it Along
Create bracelets, necklaces and pendants; using recycled bottle caps, T-shirts and plastic to colorful beads.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Third through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $90; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 6-9
Creative Sewing for Beginners
Learn how to operate a sewing machine from threading to basic and advanced stitching. By the end of the course you will have created your own decorative pillow to bring home.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Second through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 6-9
Chinese Cooking 1
Learn how to make authentic Chinese food.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fourth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $90; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 6-9
The Magic of the Middle Ages
Study castles and cathedrals and explore life on a manor. You will also design your own family “coat of arms." Learn the history, art, music, warfare, foods and customs of this time.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fifth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 6-9
Gloppy Sloppy Goop
Experiment with various gloppy, sloppy goop while making slime, mud, flubber, putty, glue and play dough.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 6-9
Under the Sea
Learn about the sea and the mysteries that still lie beneath. Campers will look at the ways the ocean can be harmed such as pollution and plastic.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 6-9
Chinese Language Skills I
This class teaches you 100 common Chinese characters from the simple to the complex.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Second through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 6-9
Advanced Sewing (T-Shirt Quilt)
Bring those favorite T-shirts and you will transform them into a keepsake quilt that will be treasured for years.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Second through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 6-9
Passionate for Poetry
Learn about poetry in a cool, coffeehouse setting. Campers will read silly, fun poems, and write their own poems. Every poet will become an author as you create your new take home book of poems.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Third through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 6-9
Smile! Digital Photography
Learn the basics of digital photography from how to snap a portrait to framing landscapes. By the end of this class you’ll be on your way to being a professional photographer.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fifth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 6-9
Delicious in the Kitchen - Breakfast
Full participation is encouraged as students focus on using healthy ingredients in new ways. Campers will create healthy breakfast ideas that can also double as brunch.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fifth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 6-9
Growing Scholars: Camp Adventure
Indoor and outdoor activities with two to three field trips a week and weekly themes. Features an hour of reading and math each day.
▪ Growing Scholars Educational Center, 115 W. B St., Belleville, 618-628-4769
▪ Ages: 4-12
▪ $130 per week, $100 registration, minimum of five weeks; before and after care available, $25 for one or $30 for morning and evening. Must attend at least five weeks.
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 6-10
Muggles, magic and Mayhem Twilight Camp
Girl Scout camp sponsored by Highland Service Unit, open to non-Girl Scouts. Wizarding fun and science at Harry Potter-themed camp. Registration due April 30.
▪ Highland Silver Lake Park, 3099 Highland Park Road, Highland; www.gsofsi.org/camp_daycamp.html; cmiener@gsofsi.org, 800-345-6858, ext. 1113 or Emily Stanley;estanley@gsofsi.org; 800.345.6858 ext. 1111
▪ Ages: First through 12th grade
▪ Cost: $50 for Girl Scouts; $65 for non-Girl Scouts
▪ 6 to 9 p.m. June 6-10
Show Choir
Give your child the chance to shine while singing and dancing. They will learn to sing popular kid-friendly radio hits and simple dance moves. Campers will perform at the end of the week at a special show for family and friends.
▪ 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 6-10
YMCA Gymnastics & Dance
Campers will learn basic skills through lessons that could include learning body positions, rolls, cartwheels, handstands and more. Lessons are designed to increase skills that will develop strength and body balance control. A final performance for family will top off a great week of dancing.
▪ 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 6-10
YMCA Karate
This camp will focus on the core essentials to learn martial arts. Participants will learn basic karate stances, self-defense techniques and work on behavior control and discipline.
▪ 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 6-10
YMCA Bowling
Campers will learn techniques to improve their bowling skills. The kids will also learn the proper way to keep track of their own scores throughout the game. This camp is great for kids who enjoy bowling and want to have fun. Campers will take a bus to the bowling alley every morning. They will engage in camp readers and swim time in the afternoon.
▪ 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 8-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 6-10
YMCA Counselor In Training
CITs will be provided with hands-on experience working with young campers and the opportunity to cultivate their skills and knowledge in the day camp setting. CIT application, interview, training and four-week commitment required. Applications due by April 30. For Maryville, call 618-346-5600 or lynne.kerfoot@gwrymca.org; for Belleville East call 618-236-9983 or gregory.davenport@gwrymca.org.
▪ YMCA at 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville; 618-346-5600; cmt@gwrymca.org or East Belleville YMCA, 2627 Carlyle Ave., Belleville; 618-236-9983; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 13-15
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers
▪ Starts June 6-Aug. 5 in Maryville; June 6-July 1 or July 11-Aug. 5 in Belleville East
Turkey Hill Players Theatre Camp
Games, creative movement, improvisation, rehearsals and talent show as well as a show for family and friends Friday night. No auditions, no theater experiences is required.
▪ Turkey Hill Grange, 1375 E. Illinois 15, Belleville; 618-233-6254; laneclass@gmail.com
▪ Ages: 6 to 16
▪ Cost: $80
▪ 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 3 until 7 p.m. show Friday; June 6-10
Summer Recreation, six-week program
Arts and crafts, swimming, games and possible field trips. Bring a sack lunch or buy from the concession stand.
▪ 2900 Benton St., Granite City; 618-877-3059; www.park.granitecity.com
▪ Ages: 7 to 12 years
▪ Cost: $185 for residents; $224 for nonresidents for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; $291 for residents and $336 for non-residents from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 6 through July 11
Summer Recreation, eight-week program
Arts and crafts, swimming, games and possible field trips. Bring a sack lunch or buy from the concession stand.
▪ 2900 Benton St., Granite City; 618-877-3059; www.park.granitecity.com
▪ Ages: 7 to 12 years
▪ Cost: $213 for residents; $259 for nonresidents for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; $339 for residents and $403 for nonresidents from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 6 through July 29
21st Century Community Learning Centers
Science, technology, engineering and math camp; campers will explore STEM careers and take weekly field trips. Transportation provided. Apply at East St. Louis District 189 schools.
▪ 1005 State St., East St. Louis, www.estl189.com; emma.cornelius@estl189.com
▪ Age: grades second through 12th
<bullet> Cost: Free
▪ 1 to 4 p.m. June 8-July 20
O’Fallon Parks and Rec Sports Extravaganza
Play soccer, baseball, softball, tennis, ultimate Frisbee, cheerleading and more.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 5-12
▪ Cost: $105; $25 for before/after care
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 6-10
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Theater Mini Camp
Singing and dancing experience with a week’s end performance.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $90; $25 for before/after care
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 6-10
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Robotic Mini Camp
Learn the fundamentals of engineering and build a robot creation in small teams.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $175; $25 for before/after care
▪ 8:45 a.m. to noon June 6-10
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: App Builder Mini Camp
Create a simple game, make artwork move and dance, build an interactive story and more while learning the fundamentals of software engineering.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $175; $25 for before/after care
▪ 12:45 to 4 p.m. June 6-10
Sports Camps
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Recreational Swim Mini Camp
Spend the afternoon swimming in the O’Fallon Memorial Pool.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 12:45 to 4 p.m. June 6-10
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Baseball Mini Camp
Improve baseball skills in a fun atmosphere.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 12:45 to 4 p.m. June 6-10
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Soccer Mini Camp
Improve soccer skills in a fun experience.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 8:45 a.m. to noon June 6-10
Belleville West Boys Basketball camp
▪ Belleville West Main gym; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming grades fourth through eighth
▪ Cost: $50
▪ 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 6-10
Belleville West Boys Football Camp
▪ Belleville West Stadium; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming grades sixth through ninth
▪ Cost: $50
▪ 7 to 8:30 p.m. June 6-9
Belleville West Boys Golf
▪ Yorktown Golf; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming grades fifth through eighth
▪ Cost: $60
▪ 4 to 5:30 p.m. June 6-9
Belleville West Boys soccer
▪ Belleville West Stadium; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming grades second through sixth
▪ Cost: $50
▪ 8 to 9:30 a.m. June 6-9
Belleville West Boys Tennis
▪ Belleville West tennis courts; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming grades sixth through eighth
▪ Cost: $40
▪ 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. June 6-10
Belleville West Girls Basketball
▪ Belleville West Main Gym; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming grades fourth through eighth
▪ Cost: $50
▪ 2 to 4 p.m. June 6-10
Belleville West Girls Competitive Cheer/Dance
▪ Belleville West North Balcony Gym; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming grades fourth through 12th
▪ Cost: $40
▪ 8 to 10:30 a.m. June 6-10
Belleville West Girls Golf
▪ Yorktown; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming grades fifth through eighth
▪ Cost: $60
▪ 4 to 5:30 p.m. June 6-10
Belleville West Girls Soccer
▪ Belleville West Stadium; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming grades second through 12th
▪ Cost $50
▪ 8 to 9:30 a.m. for grades up to sixth; 10 to 11:30 a.m. for grades seven through 12th June 6-10
Belleville East Boys Basketball
▪ Belleville East Gym Annex and Main Gym; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; aschrader@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming first through eighth
▪ Cost: $40 for first through fifth; $50 for sixth through eighth
▪ 1 to 2 p.m. for first through third; 1 to 2:30 p.m. for fourth through eighth; June 8-11
Belleville East Boys and Girls Cross Country
▪ Belleville East gazebo behind gym; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; bmitchell@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming sixth through 12th
▪ Cost: $40
▪ 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. June 8-11
Belleville East Volleyball Girls
▪ Belleville East Main Gym; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; sgaubatz@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming fourth through eighth grades
▪ Cost: $50
▪ 8 to 10 a.m.. June 8-11
Overnight Camps
Cub Scout Adventure Camp
Slingshots, BB’s, bouldering, GaGa ball and more.
▪ Camp Warren Levis, Godfrey; www.lewisandclarkbsa.org/
▪ Ages: Tigers, Wolves, Bears, Webelos and Arrow of Light
▪ Cost: $140; $160 after May 15
▪ June 9-12
DuBois Center Camp Quest
Faith-based program with age-based adventures, including horseback riding.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed first through third grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $254, partially subsidized $234, subsidized $214
▪ June 8-10
DuBois Center Base Camp Unleashed
Faith-based program with age-based adventures; it’s “mad science” meets “survivor man”.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed sixth through ninth grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $510, partially subsidized $470, subsidized $430
▪ June 12-17
DuBois Center Saddle ‘Em Up
Faith-based program with age-based adventures and horseback riding.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed seventh through ninth grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $555, partially subsidized $515, subsidized $475
▪ June 12-17
Camp Ondessonk Mini Camp
Mini Camp is a three-day, three-night session for younger children. It includes horseback instruction and riding, handicrafts, boating, swimming, archery, evening campfires, skits, and singing.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 8-10
▪ Cost: $270
▪ June 5-8
Camp Ondessonk Horse Camp
Campers spend their days at the Ondessonk Stables learning how to care for and groom a horse, develop basic horsemanship and riding skills.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 12-15
▪ Cost: $550
▪ June 5-11
Camp Ondessonk Mini Camp Explorers
Young campers will spend the entire week discovering all of the Camp Ondessonk activities and traditions. Explorers will enjoy nature walks, horseback instruction and riding, handicrafts, boating, swimming, archery, campfires, structured social time, and skits while living in a communal setting designed to develop social skills and build friendships.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 8–10
▪ Cost: $489
▪ June 5-11
Camp Ondessonk Coed Camp
The coed camp schedule includes a horseback ride, archery, riflery, council, swimming, nature exploration, handicrafts, woodsmanship, canoeing, kayaking, campfires, an overnight campout, marathon, tug of war and more.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 10-15
▪ Cost: $489
▪ June 5-11
Weekly camps
YMCA Traditional Day Camp
Variety of field trips, swimming, craft projects, outdoor education, songs and adventure. Weekly theme: Science is Super.
▪ YMCA at 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville; 618-346-5600; cmt@gwrymca.org; 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; East Belleville YMCA, 2627 Carlyle Ave., Belleville; 618-236-9983; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $95 for five-day YMCA members; $125 for five-day nonmembers; $75 for three-day YMCA members; $105 for five-day nonmembers
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 13-17
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Fundamentals of Computer Science Mini Camp
Introduction to the basics of computer science and game design, covering basic programming and architecture.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $175; $25 for before/after care
▪ 8:45 a.m. to noon June 13-17
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Art for Fun Mini Camp
Arts and crafts with different projects daily.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 8:45 to noon June 13-17
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Bowling Mini Camp
Learn new techniques and improve on current skills.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 12:45 to 4 p.m. June 13-17
Creepy Crawly Critters!
Learn about insects, spiders, ladybugs, and butterflies. Students will enhance their reading, writing and math while studying about insects. Make art insects and edible bugs.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8-11:30 a.m. June 13-16
Gloppy Sloppy Goop
Experiment with various gloppy, sloppy goop while making slime, mud, flubber, putty, glue and play-dough.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8-11:30 a.m. June 13-16
Wacky World of Science
Experience a wide range of crazy experiments through hands-on learning; discover the science behind food, weather, energy, density, matter, chemistry and more.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8-11:30 a.m. June 13-16
Beginning Loom Weaving
Students will learn to do hand weaving on a rigid heddle loom which is already warped with thick colorful fibers ready to weave “fabric” for a pouch/purse.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Second through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8-11:30 a.m. June 13-16
Human Anatomy 101
Do you know how many bones you have? What about how many systems you have in your body? You’ll be learning about the human anatomy and what functions each body part is responsible for. You will learn how each body part works and how all the systems connect to keep your body alive and healthy.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Third through fifth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8-11:30 a.m. June 13-16
OP Art
Create optical illusions through art. Get your creative juices flowing in an atmosphere where there is no right or wrong answer. Make things pop, fall and disappear.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Third through sixth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8-11:30 a.m. June 13-16
Around the World Staycation
Want to travel the world and return home in time for dinner? Campers will sample regional fare, create native art and learn about local culture.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Third through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8-11:30 a.m. June 13-16
ARTy Potter & the Sorcerer’s Stone
Take an artistic journey through selected reading excerpts from Harry Potter, Year One. You’ll have fun with monster book construction and wand making. Create your own snitch, Sorting Hat Sculpture, Sorcerer’s Stone and more.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Fourth through sixth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8-11:30 a.m. June 13-16
Fun with Frozen
Guild an ice castle like Elsa and become a scientist to make your own snow; build your own snowman like Olaf and create your own “Frozen” poems and more.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 13-16
Crazy for Canines
Learn fun facts about Fido, basic training and safety tips. Campers will make treats for their playful pooch and learn how to help some local furry friends.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 13-16
Spanish for Kids
Come and learn Spanish this summer by playing games, singing songs, role playing, making projects and listening to music.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 13-16
Creation Station
Volcanoes, Snowmen, Slime, and Ice Cream all in one place. Campers will become scientists and create a variety of fun and sometimes yummy creations.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Second through fourth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 13-16
3…2…1…Liftoff!
Campers will be exploring the planets and stars, as well as, learning about the space probes that are collecting data in space today. They will discuss the new findings on Mars, as well as, other planets and stars.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Third through fifth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 13-16
String it Along
Campers will create bracelets, necklaces and cool pendants to take home using everything from recycled bottle caps, T-shirts and plastic to colorful beads.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Third through fifth grade
▪ Cost: $90; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 13-16
French is Fun!
Experience the music, art, food and cities of France. Learn introductory French conversation.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fifth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 13-16
Delicious in the Kitchen: Lunch & Dinner
Full participation is encouraged as students focus on using healthy ingredients in new ways. Campers will learn about healthy meal options that can be prepared in 30 minutes or less.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fifth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $90; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 13-16
Art Intensive: Drawings and Illustrations
Challenge drawing and illustration skills while experimenting with traditional and contemporary techniques and concepts. Students will work with a wide range of materials and surfaces while investigating drawings and illustrations of artists from all over the world.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College Schmidt Art Center; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Sixth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $95; before and after care available for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 1 to 4 p.m. June 13-16
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Recreational Swim Mini Camp
Spend the afternoon swimming in the O’Fallon Memorial Pool.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 12:45 to 4 p.m. June 13-17
O’Fallon Parks and Rec Let’s Get This Party Started
Different party theme every day, including superheroes and pajama party.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 5-12
▪ Cost: $105; $25 for before/after care
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 13-17
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Science Fun Mini Camp
Enjoy a different type of science each day; conduct experiments, make things explode and learn more through hands-on activities.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 8-14
▪ Cost: $70; $25 for before/after care
▪ 12:45 to 4 p.m. June 13-17
Kidcam Camp
Arts and crafts, organized activities, water games, weekly field trips and more.
▪ Holy Trinity School, 504 Fountains Parkway, Fairview Heights; www.kidcamcamp.com; lindsaybeaston@gmail.com
▪ Ages: 3 to 13
▪ Cost: Registration is $50, weekly tuition is $110. Free before care starts at 7 a.m.; after care until 6 p.m. is $2 for 30 minutes, $4 for an hour
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 13-17
Growing Scholars: Deep Sea Dive
Indoor and outdoor activities with two to three field trips a week and weekly themes. Features an hour of reading and math each day.
▪ Growing Scholars Educational Center, 115 W. B St., Belleville, 618-628-4769
▪ Ages: 4-12 years old
▪ $130 per week, $100 registration, minimum of five weeks; before and after care available, $25 for one or $30 for morning and evening. Must attend at least five weeks.
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 13-17
Camp Crusader: Disney Dreamers
Games, crafts and activities inspired by Disney.
▪ St. John Neumann School, Maryville; 142 Wilma Drive, Maryville; 618-345-7230; www.sjncrusaders.org
▪ Ages: Entering pre-k through grade 8
▪ Cost: $100 per camper includes field trip fees. Daily rates $25 ($20 for second child; $15 for third). Before care starts at 6 a.m. with breakfast for $5; after care until 6 p.m. at $3.
▪ 8 am to 5 p.m. June 13-17
Camp Quackers The Deep Blue Sea
Day camp program in a park offers nature-play areas; arts and crafts; games and more. Field trip to the Lincoln Theater.
▪ Camp is at the Stone Lodge in Bellevue Park, register at Belleville Parks and Recreation; 510 West Main St., Belleville; 618-233-1614. Camp is at Bellevue Park, 401 Bellevue Park Drive, Belleville; 618-234-1201
▪ Ages: Entering kindergarten through sixth grades
▪ Cost: $90 including field trip, $110 for extended day of 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CHASI accepted with pre-approval letter. Early bird and multi-family discounts available.
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 13-17
YMCA Music Camp
Sing popular, kid-friendly radio hits, along with simple dance moves to create the show of a lifetime.
▪ YMCA at 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville; 618-346-5600; cmt@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 13-17
YMCA Under the Sea
Dive into ocean discovery. Explore water, sea creatures, sand and more through crafts, games, science activities and more, including dissecting various sea animals throughout the week.
▪ 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 13 - 17
Are You Stronger Than A Girl Scouts?
Learn a new set of camping skills and fun with outdoor skills. Registration deadline May 25.
▪ Horner Park, 11109 Widicus Road, Lebanon; www.gsofsi.org/camp_daycamp.html.
▪ Ages: First through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $65 for Daisies and Brownies; $75 for Juniors and Cadettes; add $15 for non-Girl Scouts
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 13-17
It’s a Scream!!!
Halloween in June; ghosts and goblins run wild. Wear your favorite costume while enjoying camp activities. Registration deadline May 15.
▪ Metter Park, 124 S. Metter Ave., Columbia; www.gsofsi.org/camp_daycamp.html.
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through 12th grade
▪ Cost: $55 for Girl Scouts; $70 for non-Girl Scouts
▪ 5 to 9 p.m., June 13-17
Summer Olympic Games
Experience the Summer Olympics Girl Scout style. Show off your new skills at the Olympic Games. Registration deadline May 21.
▪ American Legion Post 58, Freedom Farm, 6355 Hilgard Memorial Dr., Freeburg; www.gsofsi.org/camp_daycamp.html.
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through 12th grade
▪ Cost: $60 for Girl Scouts; $75 for non-Girl Scouts
▪ 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., June 13-17
CSI STEM Day Camp
Cub Scout Investigation Day Camp is open to all youth. All sessions include swimming, outdoor education and adventure and a field trip to one of the Lewis & Clark Council Camps where participants will put their CSI skills to use in these great outdoor settings.
▪ 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org with a field trip to Camp Warren Levis in Godfrey
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ June 13-17
Cub Scout Adventure Camp
Slingshots, BB’s, bouldering, GaGa ball and more.
▪ Camp Warren Levis, Godfrey; www.lewisandclarkbsa.org/
▪ Ages: Tigers, Wolves, Bears, Webelos and Arrow of Light
▪ Cost: $140; $160 after May 15
▪ June 16-19
YMCA Underwater Biology
Campers will learn the difference between aquatic and marine biology, including the difference in the critters that live in each. They will create a coral reef diorama and raise a family of sea monkeys. Perhaps the coolest activity will be dissecting various sea animals throughout the week.
▪ 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 8-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for non-members; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 13 - 17
Sports Camps
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Golf Mini Camp
Instruction to the basic principles of golf with stance, grip and club selection.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 8:45 to noon June 13-17
YMCA Flag Football
Enjoy learning the fundamentals of flag football including catching, passing, flag pulling and blocking. This camp is great for the child that loves football and directly prepares participants for the YMCA league.
▪ 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 13-17
YMCA Basketball
Basketball camp will include lessons in fundamentals and strategy. The last day of camp will feature a “YMCA Madness,” a tournament among campers from all branches. Participants will be grouped based on age and skill level.
▪ 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 13-17
Belleville West Boys baseball camp
▪ Belleville West baseball field; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming Grades fourth through sixth and seventh through ninth
▪ $50
▪ 9 to 11:30 a.m., June 13-16
Belleville West Boys Volleyball
▪ Belleville West Annex Gym; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Incoming seventh through ninth grades
▪ $50
▪ 2 to 4 p.m. June 13-16
Belleville West Girls Volleyball
▪ Belleville West Main Gym; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Incoming fourth through eighth grades
▪ $50
▪ 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for grades fourth through sixth; 2 to 4 p.m. for seventh and eighth grades; June 13-16
Belleville West Girls Softball
▪ Belleville West Softball Field; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Incoming grades second through ninth; divided
▪ $50
▪ 8 to 10:30 a.m. June 13-16
Belleville West Girls Softball Pitchers and Catchers
▪ Belleville West Softball Field; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Incoming grades second through ninth
▪ $20
▪ 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. June 14
Belleville East Football
▪ Belleville East turf football field; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; bmitchell@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming fifth through ninth grades
▪ Cost: $40
▪ 8:30 to 10 a.m. June 15-18
Belleville East Boys and Girls Golf
▪ Clinton Hill Golf Course; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; tneutzling@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming sixth through 10th grades
▪ Cost: $75
▪ 8:30 to 10 a.m. June 15-18
Belleville East Boys and Girls Golf
▪ Clinton Hill Golf Course; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; tneutzling@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming sixth through 10th grades
▪ Cost: $75
▪ 8:30 to 10 a.m. June 15-18
Belleville East Girls Soccer
▪ Belleville East Turf Soccer Field; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; ebaptist@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming sixth through 12th grades
▪ Cost: $50
▪ 6 to 8 p.m. June 15-18
Belleville East Girls Softball
▪ Belleville East Softball Field; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; 618-222-3770; npeters@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming second through ninth
▪ Cost: $40 for second through fourth grades; $50 for others
▪ 8 to 9:15 a.m. for second through fourth grades; 8:15 through 10:15 a.m. for fifth through seventh; 10:30 to 12:30 p.m. for eighth and ninth grades June 15-18
O’Fallon Township High School Tennis Camp
Skills, footwork, conditioning and technique with drills and games.
▪ O’Fallon Township High School; thomane@oths or pilackasa@oths.us; 618-806-8884
▪ Ages: Entering kindergarten through ninth grades
▪ Cost: $40, $25 for each additional child
▪ 8 to 9:30 a.m. for kindergarten through fourth; 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. for fifth through ninth grades June 13-16
O’Fallon Township High School Baseball Youth Skill Development
Fundamentals of fielding, throwing, hitting and more.
▪ Blazier Field at O’Fallon City Park; http://www.ofallonpantherbaseball.com/SummerClinicRegister.aspx; www.ofallonpantherbaseball.com
▪ Ages: Second through 10th grades
▪ Cost: $85
▪ 9:30-noon June 13-16
O’Fallon Township High School Baseball Pitching and Catching
Fundamentals of pitching and catching.
▪ Blazier Field at O’Fallon City Park; http://www.ofallonpantherbaseball.com/SummerClinicRegister.aspx; www.ofallonpantherbaseball.com
▪ Ages: Second through 10th grades
▪ Cost: $25
▪ Noon to 12:45 p.m. June 13-16
Youth Summer Soccer Camp
Focus on individual, age appropriate technical development, goal scoring and small sided team play.
▪ Korte Soccer Stadium, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville; msancaa@siue.edu; 618-444-4810; http://www.siue.edu/summer/summer-camps-activities/
▪ Ages: 5-13
▪ Cost: $100, $125 after June 1
▪ 9 a.m. to noon June 13-17
Overnight camps
DuBois Center Horsin’ Around
Faith-based program with age-based adventures and horseback riding.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed fifth through seventh grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $555, partially subsidized $515, subsidized $475
▪ June 19-24
DuBois Center Discovery Camp
Faith-based program with age-based adventures, including horseback riding.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed first through third grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $254, partially subsidized $234, subsidized $214
▪ June 19-21
DuBois Center Settler
Faith-based program with age-based adventures, including horseback riding.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed third through fifth grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $510, partially subsidized $470, subsidized $430
▪ June 19-24
DuBois Center Trekkin’ It
Faith-based program with age-based adventures and canoeing and archery in screened-in cabins.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed fifth through eighth grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $510, partially subsidized $470, subsidized $430
▪ June 19-24
Camp Ondessonk Horse Adventure
Exploring the scenic backcountry trails of the Shawnee National Forest offers the perfect opportunity to expand horsemanship skills and develop outdoor living skills. Campers will receive instruction and supervision from instructors trained by the Certified Horsemanship Association throughout their trip.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 13-16
▪ Cost: $575
▪ June 12-18
Camp Ondessonk Kentucky Equine Excursion
Kentucky Equine Excursion participants will camp for four nights at the famous Kentucky Horse Park, where they will tour interactive equine presentations and experience the world-renowned International Museum of the Horse. Other activities include a horse show jumping competition, a special rodeo event and exclusive riding opportunities.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 13-16
▪ Cost: $575
▪ June 12-18
Camp Ondessonk River Adventure
Campers will experience a unique off-site paddling opportunity as they travel to Missouri’s Eleven-Point River. They will stop each night to camp out under the stars.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 13-16
▪ Cost: $515
▪ June 12-18
Camp Ondessonk Coed Camp
The coed camp schedule includes a horseback ride, archery, riflery, council, swimming, nature exploration, handicrafts, woodsmanship, canoeing, kayaking, campfires, an overnight campout, marathon, tug of war and more.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 10-15
▪ Cost: $489
▪ June 12-18
Weekly camps
YMCA Traditional Day Camp
Variety of field trips, swimming, craft projects, outdoor education, songs and adventure. Weekly theme: Superhero Summer.
▪ YMCA at 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville; 618-346-5600; cmt@gwrymca.org; 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; East Belleville YMCA, 2627 Carlyle Ave., Belleville; 618-236-9983; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $95 for five-day YMCA members; $125 for five-day nonmembers; $75 for three-day YMCA members; $105 for five-day nonmembers
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 20-24
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Wheels on the Bus Mini Camp
Various destinations in the St. Louis area, such as City Museum, Magic House and more.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 8-14
▪ Cost: $130; $25 for before/after care
▪ 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 20-24
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Swim Mini Camp
Intensive swim lesson to improve comfort in the water, with free swim.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 6-14
▪ Cost: $80; $25 for before/after care
▪ 8:45 a.m. to noon June 20-24
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Tie-Dyed Iguana Mini Camp
Each day enjoy an interactive demonstration on different groups of animals, reptiles, amphibians and insects. Live animals brought in each day; go to Rock Springs on Friday.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $85; $25 for before/after care
▪ 8:45 a.m. to noon June 20-24
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Cheerleading Mini Camp
Fundamentals of cheerleading.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 12:45 to 4 p.m. June 20-24
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Animal Planet Unleashed
Introduction to various habitats and animals that live there.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 5-12
▪ Cost: $105; $25 for before/after care
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 20-24
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Recreational Swim Mini Camp
Spend the afternoon swimming in the O’Fallon Memorial Pool.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 12:45 to 4 p.m. June 20-24
Cub Scout Day Camp
Slingshots, archery, swimming and more.
▪ O’Fallon Sportsmen’s Park, O’Fallon; www.lewisandclarkbsa.org/
▪ Ages: Tigers, Wolves, Bears and Webelos
▪ Cost: $60; $75 after May 20
▪ 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 20-22
Cub Scout Adventure Camp
Slingshots, BB’s, bouldering, GaGa ball and more.
▪ Camp Warren Levis, Godfrey; www.lewisandclarkbsa.org/
▪ Ages: Tigers, Wolves, Bears, Webelos and Arrow of Light
▪ Cost: $140; $160 after May 15
▪ June 23-26
Cub Scout Twilight Camp
Slingshots, archery, swimming and more.
▪ Camp Vandeventer, Waterloo; www.lewisandclarkbsa.org/
▪ Ages: Tigers, Wolves, Bears and Webelos
▪ Cost: $60; $75 after May 20
▪ 5 to 9 p.m. June 20-23
DuBois Center Camp Quest
Faith-based program with age-based adventures, including horseback riding.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed first through third grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $254, partially subsidized $234, subsidized $214
▪ June 22-24
DuBois Center Base Camp Unleashed
Faith-based program with age-based adventures; choose art, science and nature activities.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed fifth through eighth grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $510, partially subsidized $470, subsidized $430
▪ June 26-July 1
Kidcam Camp
Arts and crafts, organized activities, water games, weekly field trips and more.
▪ Holy Trinity School, 504 Fountains Parkway, Fairview Heights; www.kidcamcamp.com; lindsaybeaston@gmail.com
▪ Ages: 3 to 13
▪ Cost: Registration is $50, weekly tuition is $110. Free before care starts at 7 a.m.; after care until 6 p.m. is $2 for 30 minutes, $4 for an hour
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 20-24
Growing Scholars: Arctic Chill
Indoor and outdoor activities with two to three field trips a week and weekly themes. Features an hour of reading and math each day.
▪ Growing Scholars Educational Center, 115 West B St., Belleville, 618-628-4769
▪ Ages: 4-12
▪ Cost: $130 per week, $100 registration, minimum of five weeks; before and after care available, $25 for one or $30 for morning and evening. Must attend at least five weeks.
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 20-24
Junior Rocket Scientists!
After learning the model rocket safety code, campers will build different types of rockets and participate in rocket launches. Children will be divided into three groups: altitude trackers, launch preparers and launchers for rocket launches and will get the opportunity to try different roles.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: 5 to 12
▪ Cost: $220; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 20-24
Dr. Seuss the Science Guy
In this session, you will be using Dr. Seuss’ children’s books to create science experiments that are used in each story. From gooey, ooey, oobleck to fizzy footprints, science and math are a part of each experiment and activity.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 20-23
Fun with Frozen
Build an ice castle like Elsa and become a scientist to make your own snow; build your own snowman like Olaf and create your own “Frozen” poems.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 20-23
Get in the Game
Make board games life-size and play games you may not have played before.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Second through fourth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 20-23
Crazy for Canines
Learn fun facts about Fido, basic training and safety tips. Campers will learn how to help some local furry friends.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Second through fifth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 20-23
Wacky World of Science
Experience a wide range of crazy experiments through hands-on learning that will make you want to learn more about science. You will discover the science behind food, weather, energy, density, matter, chemistry and more.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Third through fifth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 20-23
String it Along
Learn how to create your own bracelets, necklaces and cool pendants to take home and wear proudly and fashionably; campers will use everything from recycled bottle caps, T-shirts and plastic to colorful beads.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Third through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 20-23
Chinese Cooking II
Wow your friends and family with authentic Asian fair by learning the art of Chinese cooking. You can learn to make a different dish each week. YUM! Chinese dumplings, Meatballs, Noodle Salad and Sesame Chicken.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fourth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $90; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 20-23
The Magic of the Middle Ages
Study castles and cathedrals and explore life on a manor. You will also design your own family “Coat of Arms” and learn about the history, art, music, warfare, foods and customs of this time.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fifth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 20-23
Creepy Crawly Critters!
Learn about insects, spiders, ladybugs and butterflies. Students will enhance their reading, writing and math while studying about insects. Make art insects and edible bugs.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 20-23
Be Your Own Hero!
Learn how to be a model citizen as well as how you can help your community. Imagine a world with no bullying, no pollution, no trash, no more crime. … Imagine a world where you can be the hero.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 20-23
What’s in the body?
Find out how the body is made up of many teams that interact to get you through your day. By creating models and conducting experiments you will gain a better understanding first hand of what’s going on underneath your skin.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Second through fourth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 20-23
Chinese Language Skills II
This class introduces you to the sounds and vocabulary of the Chinese language, including numbers, colors, body parts, zodiac, fruits and vegetables and much more.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Second through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 20-23
Around the World Staycation
Want to travel the world and return home in time for dinner? Sample regional fare, create native art and learn about local culture. Get your passport stamped as you visit four different, new and exciting countries.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Third through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 20-23
Smile! Digital Photography
Learn the basics of digital photography, from how to snap a portrait to framing landscapes.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fifth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 20-23
Delicious in the Kitchen – Healthy Desserts
Full participation is encouraged as students focus on using healthy ingredients in new ways.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fifth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $90; before and after care available through the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 20-23
Teen Art Intensive: Painting and Drawing
This intensive camp offers students the opportunity to work with contemporary and traditional painting and drawing mediums in a challenging and creative environment. Successful and advanced compositional design of the 2D work will be a main objective of instruction.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College Schmidt Art Center; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Age: Teenagers
▪ Cost: $95
▪ 1 to 4 p.m. June 20-23
Holiday, Holiday, Holiday!
Celebrate a year’s worth of holidays in one week with crafts, singing, games, creek walking, hiking and more. Registration deadline May 13.
▪ Camp Vendeventer, 3463 Trout Camp Road, Waterloo; www.gsofsi.org/camp_daycamp.html.
▪ Ages: First through seventh grade
▪ Cost: $60 for Girl Scouts; $75 for non-Girl Scouts; $10 family discount available
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 20-24
Into the Woods
Nature is everywhere at camp. Go into the woods to make discoveries. Registration deadline May 13.
▪ Camp Torqua, 4725 Girl Scout Road, Edwardsville; www.gsofsi.org/camp_daycamp.html.
▪ Ages: First through seventh grade
▪ Cost: $60 for Girl Scouts; $75 for non-Girl Scouts
▪ 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., June 20-24
Party in the Park
Minicamp that explores the world of Girl Scouting. Registration deadline May 25.
▪ Cahokia VFW Hall, 613 Water Street, Cahokia; www.gsofsi.org/camp_daycamp.html.
▪ Ages: First through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $30 for Girl Scouts; $45 for non-Girl Scouts
▪ 9 a.m. to noon, June 20-24
Reconnecting with Nature
Reconnect with nature at Camp Chan-Ya-Ta; discover hiking, trail signs and the beauty of nature. Registration deadline June 1.
▪ Camp Chan Ya Ta, 9157 Klondike Road, Worden; www.gsofsi.org/camp_daycamp.html.
▪ Ages: First through 12th grade
▪ Cost: $40 for Girl Scouts; $55 for non-Girl Scouts
▪ 4 to 7 p.m., June 20-24
YMCA Cooking
Kids will explore different ways to expand their taste buds and learn to cook some yummy foods. They will get the chance to learn about a variety of different kinds of ingredients, nutritious facts and use various kitchen utensils and tools.
▪ 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 20-June 24
YMCA Art Antics
Campers will spend the week learning about various artists and techniques through hands-on activities. Imaginations will run wild as participants create pieces for their very own art show that will be on display for families to view at the end of the week. For further inspiration, campers will travel to the St. Louis Art Museum during the week.
▪ East Belleville YMCA, 2627 Carlyle Ave., Belleville; 618-236-9983; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 20 - 24
GEAR UP 189
Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs Summer Academy students will explore math, English and Civics curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary academic success. Students will earn two high school credit hours upon successful completion. Classes include weekly field experiences. Transportation provided.
▪ 1005 State St., East St. Louis; www.estl189.com; teresa.williams@estle189.com.
▪ Ages: eighth and ninth grades
▪ Cost: Free
▪ 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 20-Aug. 2
Sports Camp
YMCA Aquatic Adventures
Aquatic Adventures is designed for swimmers of all levels. Your child will become comfortable in the water, increase swimming skills, understand and practice water safety and will also receive a great start to refining his or her skills. Campers will enjoy swim lessons, water games, water safety skills and splash time in the water. At the end of the week children will partner up and create and conduct their own boat races. The family is welcome to come watch.
▪ YMCA at 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville; 618-346-5600; cmt@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org; 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 20-24
YMCA Soccer
Emphasizes individual and team-based skills and teaches fundamentals such as dribbling, passing and shooting. Campers will be grouped according to age and skill levels. Cleats are allowed as long as they are rubber or plastic.
▪ 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org; and 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; East Belleville YMCA, 2627 Carlyle Ave., Belleville; 618-236-9983; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 20-24
YMCA Baseball/Softball
This camp is a great opportunity for those who are just putting on a glove to those who have played baseball/softball for years. Learn the fundamentals of the sport along with daily competitions. Lessons in fundamentals include: catching, throwing, bunting, hitting and base running. Campers will also get a behind-the-scenes tour of Busch Stadium to end their week.
▪ East Belleville YMCA, 2627 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville; 618-236-9983; www.gwrymca.org; and YMCA at 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville; 618-346-5600; cmt@gwrymca.org; and 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 20 - 24
Belleville West Boys and Girls Cross Country
▪ Belleville West Varsity Track; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming grades fifth through 12th
▪ Cost: $40
▪ 6 to 7:30 p.m. June 20-23
Belleville West Boys and Girls Speed Training
▪ Belleville West varsity track; www.bellevillewestcamps.com
▪ Ages: Incoming grades fifth through 12th
▪ Cost: $40
▪ 6 to 7:30 p.m. June 20-23
Belleville East Boys Soccer
▪ Belleville East underclass field; www.bellevilleeastsports.org; mlasley@bths201.org
▪ Ages: Incoming seven through 12th grades
▪ Cost: $50
▪ 6 to 8 p.m. June 22-25
SIUE Summer Softball All-Skills Camp
Develop skills in a fun, sportsmanlike atmosphere. Campers receive fundamental instruction and softball specific strategies. Our goal is to offer softball camps that challenge athletes and promote individual improvement that will lead to athletic success.
▪ Cougar Field at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville; jjoneaf@siue.edu; 618-650-3712; http://www.siue.edu/summer/summer-camps-activities/
▪ Ages: Entering third through seventh grades
▪ Cost: $150
▪ 9 to 11:30 a.m. June 20-22
SIUE Wrestling Team Camp
Technique, wrestling and drills; nutritional information and more at sleep-away camp with a commuter option. Other recreational activities also available.
▪ Vadalabene Center, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville; thowen@siue.edu; 618-650-5211
▪ Ages: 6-18
▪ Cost: $250 for commuter; $375 for overnight
▪ 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. June 26-30; check in from 10 a.m. to noon June 26
Overnight Camps
DuBois Center Mad Science
Faith-based program with age-based adventures, including horseback riding, in a scientific exploration of the wild and wacky side of camp.
▪ DuBois Center, 2651 Quarry Road, DuBois; DuBoisCenter.org; 618-787-2202
▪ Ages: Completed fourth through sixth grades
▪ Cost: Actual: $535, partially subsidized $495, subsidized $455
▪ June 26-July 1
Camp Roehr
Campground games, arts and crafts, mini golf, swimming, epilepsy education, field trip to Six Flags and more.
▪ Yogi Bear Jellystone Park Resort in Eureka, Mo.; 618-236-2181, ext. 114; http://efgreatersil.org/camproehr.html; janets@epilepshygswil.org
▪ Ages: Children 6-18 with epilepsy
▪ Cost: $500
▪ June 26-July 2
Camp Ondessonk Mini Camp
Mini Camp is a three-day, three-night session for younger children. It includes horseback instruction and riding, handicrafts, boating, swimming, archery, evening campfires, skits and singing.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 8-10
▪ Cost: $270
▪ June 19-22
Camp Ondessonk Horse Camp
Campers spend their days at the Ondessonk Stables learning how to care for and groom a horse, develop basic horsemanship and riding skills.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 12-15
▪ Cost: $550
▪ June 19-25
Camp Ondessonk Mountain Biking Adventure
Campers spend the beginning of this program at camp learning riding techniques, bike repair and practicing on the trail system. This program will progress with more challenging rides off-site on some of the best mountain biking trails in the Shawnee National Forest.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 12-16
▪ Cost: $515
▪ June 19-25
Camp Ondessonk Camper vs. Wild
Participants will develop real-life leadership skills by learning primitive camping techniques and outdoor living skills. Lessons and activities include: basic backpacking, outdoor cooking, map and compass navigation, fire building and water purification.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 12-16
▪ Cost: $515
▪ June 19-25
Camp Ondessonk Mini Camp Explorers
Young campers will spend the entire week discovering all of the Camp Ondessonk activities and traditions. Explorers will enjoy nature walks, horseback instruction and riding, handicrafts, boating, swimming, archery, campfires, structured social time and skits while living in a communal setting designed to develop social skills and build friendships.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 8–10
▪ Cost: $489
▪ June 19-25
Camp Ondessonk Coed Camp
The coed camp schedule includes a horseback ride, archery, riflery, council, swimming, nature exploration, handicrafts, woodsmanship, canoeing, kayaking, campfires, an overnight campout, marathon, tug of war and more.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 10-15
▪ Cost: $489
▪ June 19-25
Weekly camps
YMCA Traditional Day Camp
Variety of field trips, swimming, craft projects, outdoor education, songs and adventure. Weekly theme: Space is the Place.
▪ YMCA at 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville; 618-346-5600; cmt@gwrymca.org; 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; East Belleville YMCA, 2627 Carlyle Ave., Belleville; 618-236-9983; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $95 for five-day YMCA members; $125 for five-day nonmembers; $75 for three-day YMCA members; $105 for five-day nonmembers
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 27-July 1
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Multisport Mini Camp
Focus on a different type of sport every day, such as court games, yard games and more.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 12:45 to 4 p.m. June 27-July 1
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Recreational Swim Mini Camp
Spend the afternoon swimming in the O’Fallon Memorial Pool.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 12:45 to 4 p.m. June 27-July 1
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Tennis Mini Camp
Tennis instruction teaching the basic principles of tennis such as stance and grip.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 8:45 a.m. to noon June 27-July 1
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Soccer Mini Camp
Improve soccer skills in a fun experience.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 8:45 a.m. to noon June 27-July 1
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Horses, Horses, Horses Mini Camp
Go to the Riding Center in Freeburg for lessons that will give a solid foundation of horsemanship skills.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $265; $25 for before/after care
▪ 8:45 a.m. to noon June 27-July 1
Cub Scout Day Camp
Slingshots, archery, swimming and more.
▪ Edwardsville Sportsmen’s Park, O’Fallon; www.lewisandclarkbsa.org/
▪ Ages: Tigers, Wolves, Bears and Webelos
▪ Cost: $60; $75 after May 27
▪ 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 27-29
Kidcam Camp
Arts and crafts, organized activities, water games, weekly field trips and more.
▪ Holy Trinity School, 504 Fountains Parkway, Fairview Heights; www.kidcamcamp.com; lindsaybeaston@gmail.com
▪ Ages: 3 to 13
▪ Cost: Registration is $50, weekly tuition is $110. Free before care starts at 7 a.m.; after care until 6 p.m. is $2 for 30 minutes, $4 for an hour
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 27-July 1
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Science-Exploding with Fun
Spend each day observing what happens when different items are combined; create things that explode.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 5-12
▪ Cost: $105; $25 for before/after care
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 27-July 1
YMCA Art Antics
Campers will spend the week learning about various artists and techniques through hands-on activities. Imaginations will run wild as participants create pieces for their very own art show that will be on display for families to view at the end of the week. For further inspiration, campers will travel to the St. Louis Art Museum during the week.
▪ 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 27-July 1
YMCA Cooking
Kids will explore different ways to expand their taste buds and learn to cook some yummy foods. They will get the chance to learn about a variety of different kinds of ingredients, nutritious facts and use various kitchen utensils and tools.
▪ East Belleville YMCA, 2627 Carlyle Ave., Belleville; 618-236-9983; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 27-July 1
Growing Scholars: Road Trip USA
Indoor and outdoor activities with two to three field trips a week and weekly themes. Features an hour of reading and math each day.
▪ Growing Scholars Educational Center, 115 West B St., Belleville, 618-628-4769
▪ Ages: 4-12
▪ $130 per week, $100 registration, minimum of five weeks; before and after care available, $25 for one or $30 for morning and evening. Must attend at least five weeks.
▪ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 27-July 1
BioSleuths IMSA
▪ Explore how plants and insects survive in a world dominated by humans. Dissect a grasshopper and flower, test how ants respond to stimuli, create an insect soundscape and more.
▪ Belle Valley School, 2465 Amann Dr., Belleville; www.imsa.edu; dwaller@imsa.edu
▪ Ages: Students entering third and fourth grades
▪ Cost: $350
▪ 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 27-July 1
Secret Agent Lab
The Mad Science Secret Agent camp is a fun journey into the world of detection, spy science and forensics. Campers will experience all kinds of cool science and take home a scientific project each day. This program is open to children entering kindergarten through 5th grade.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: 5 to 12
▪ Cost: $220; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 27-July 1
Wild in the Jungle
Campers will read “Where the Wild things Are” as well as other fiction and non-fiction books about rainforest activities.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 27-30
Dino- Discovery
Learn about dinosaurs through fossils and hands-on fun. You’ll make your own dinosaur fossil rocks, create a dinosaur skeleton and volcano. Campers will learn about paleontologist, carnivores, herbivores and more through reading, games and art.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 27-30
Spanish for Kids
Come and learn Spanish this summer by playing games, singing songs, role playing, making projects and listening to music.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 27-30
Creation Station
Volcanoes, snowmen, slime, and ice cream all in one place. Campers will become scientists and create a variety of fun and sometimes yummy creations.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Second through fourth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 27-30
Advanced Sewing (T-Shirt Quilt)
Bring those favorite T-shirts and you will transform them into a keepsake quilt that will be treasured for years.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Second through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 27-30
The Great Expedition
Join Lewis and Clark, as well as, their trusty dog, Seaman, on their expedition toward the West. Learn how they were selected for the job, what and who they discovered, and how they dodged some dangerous situations.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Third through fifth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 27-30
Around the World Staycation
Sample regional fare, create native art, and learn about local culture.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 8 to 11:30 a.m. June 27-30
Fun with Frozen
Build an ice castle like Elsa and become a scientist to make your own snow and your own snowman like Olaf; also create your own “Frozen” poems.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 27-30
Be Your Own Hero
Learn how to be a model citizen as well as how you can help your community. Imagine a world with no bullying, no pollution, no trash, no more crime, world where you can be the hero.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through second grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 27-30
Creative Sewing for Beginners
Learn how to operate a sewing machine from threading to basic and advanced stitching and create a decorative pillow to take home.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Second through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 27-30
Op Art
Create optical illusions through art. Get your creative juices flowing in an atmosphere where there is no right or wrong answer.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Third through sixth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 27-30
Passionate for Poetry
Learn about poetry in a cool, coffeehouse setting. Together campers will read silly, fun poems and write their own poems. Every poet will become an author as you create your new take home book of poems.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Third through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 27-30
Delicious in the Kitchen – Quick Snacks
Full participation is encouraged as students focus on using healthy ingredients in new ways. Campers will create healthy snacks that the students can prepare with minimal effort.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fifth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $90; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 27-30
French is Fun
Experience the music, art, food, and cities of France. Learn introductory French conversation.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College; 866-942-7942; www.swic.edu
▪ Ages: Fifth through eighth grade
▪ Cost: $80; before and after care available with the YMCA Child Care option for $60 from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪ 12:30 to 4 p.m. June 27-30
SIUE Band Camp
Develop individual and ensemble instrumental performance skills and hear performances by others. Develop rhythmic and melodic reading skills, tone quality and more.
▪ Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Dunham Hall; www.siue.edu/summer/summer-camps-activities; Dcoan@siue.edu; 618-650-2012
▪ Ages: Entering grades sixth to 10th
<bullet> Cost: $150
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 27-July 1
Two full days of hands-on science, technology, engineering, art and math activities. Registration deadline June 7.
▪ Camp Torqua, 4725 Girl Scout Road, Edwardsville; www.gsofsi.org/camp_daycamp.html.
▪ Ages: Kindergarten through third grade
▪ Cost: $35 for Girl Scouts; $50 for non-Girl Scouts
▪ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 27-July 1
CSI STEM Day Camp
Cub Scout Investigation Day Camp is open to all youth. All sessions include swimming, outdoor education and adventure and a field trip to one of the Lewis & Clark Council Camps where participants will put their CSI skills to use in these great outdoor settings.
▪ YMCA at 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville; 618-346-5600 with a field trip to Camp Warren Levis in Godfrey
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ June 27-July 1
Sports
O’Fallon Parks and Rec: Bowling Mini Camp
Learn new techniques and improve on current skills.
▪ Katy Cavins Community Center, O’Fallon; http://ofallonsummercamps.com/
▪ Ages: 7-14
▪ Cost: $60; $25 for before/after care
▪ 12:45 to 4 p.m. June 27-July 1
YMCA Aquatic Adventures
Aquatic Adventures is designed for swimmers of all levels. Your child will become comfortable in the water, increase swimming skills, understand and practice water safety and will also receive a great start to refining his or her skills. Campers will enjoy swim lessons, water games, water safety skills and splash time in the water. At the end of the week children will partner up and create and conduct their own boat races and the family is welcome to come watch.
▪ 9514 Caring Way, Columbia; 618-281-9622; monroe@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 27-July 1
YMCA Baseball/Softball
Learn the fundamentals of the sport along with daily competitions. Lessons in fundamentals include: catching, throwing, bunting, hitting and base running. Campers will also get a behind-the-scenes tour of Busch Stadium to end their week.
▪ 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 27-July 1
Tumble & Roll
This class is perfect for gymnasts, beginner through advanced. Campers will learn skills on the floor, vault, bars, low beam, and high beam. Campers will put on a performance at the end of the week, which family and friends can come watch and enjoy.
▪ 284 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon; 618-628-7701; ofallonil@gwrymca.org; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 27-July 1
YMCA Speed & Agility Training
This camp is specifically designed with youth athletes in mind. Led by a certified strength and conditioning specialist, campers will work on speed drills, multi-directional agility drills, jumping and strength exercises in a sports-specific atmosphere. No matter what sport you play, this camp will help improve your performance and keep you injury-free.
▪ East Belleville YMCA, 2627 Carlyle Ave., Belleville; 618-236-9983; www.gwrymca.org
▪ Ages: 6-12
▪ Cost: $120; $150 for nonmembers; before and after care available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; $15 for before or after for members; $20 for nonmembers
▪ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 27-July 1
Overnight Camps
Camp Ondessonk Mini Camp
Mini Camp is a three-day, three-night session for younger children. It includes horseback instruction and riding, handicrafts, boating, swimming, archery, evening campfires, skits, and singing.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 8-10, boys only
▪ Cost: $270
▪ June 26-29
Camp Ondessonk Shawnee Backpacking & Zipline Adventure
This program will combine backpacking on the beautiful river to-river trail with a vertical view of the forest from ziplines located throughout Southern Illinois.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 13-16
▪ Cost: $515
▪ June 26-July 2
Camp Ondessonk Horse Adventure
Exploring the scenic backcountry trails of the Shawnee National Forest offers the perfect opportunity to expand horsemanship skills and develop outdoor living skills. Campers will receive instruction and supervision from instructors trained by the Certified Horsemanship Association throughout their trip.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 13-16
▪ Cost: $575
▪ June 26-July 2
Camp Ondessonk Mini Camp Explorers
Young campers will spend the entire week discovering all of the Camp Ondessonk activities and traditions. Explorers will enjoy nature walks, horseback instruction and riding, handicrafts, boating, swimming, archery, campfires, structured social time, and skits while living in a communal setting designed to develop social skills and build friendships.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 8–10, boys only
▪ Cost: $489
▪ June 26-July 2
Camp Ondessonk Boy’s Camp
The camp schedule includes a horseback ride, archery, riflery, swimming, council, nature exploration, handicrafts, woodsmanship, canoeing, kayaking, campfires, an overnight campout, marathon, tug of war and more.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 10-15
▪ Cost: $489
▪ June 26-July 2
Camp Ondessonk Teen Leadership Camp
Begin the leadership progression in a unit with other senior campers and experience a week that adds teambuilding and self-discovery activities to the traditional camp schedule.
▪ Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, 618-695-2489, www.ondessonk.com
▪ Ages: 13-14
▪ Cost: $489, boys
▪ June 26-July 2
This story was originally published April 25, 2016 at 11:15 AM with the headline "June camps: Belleville East, YMCA, SWIC offer camps for kids."