Summer Camps 2012
Thank you for considering Shaver's Creek Summer Camps!
Shaver’s Creek members (who are current as of the end of the December before camp) may register for Summer Camp by mail or fax as soon as they receive the Summer Camps brochure in the mail (usually arriving in early January). Phone registrations cannot be accepted. Due to the popularity of our camps, membership in the center does not guarantee that we will have enough places available in the camp week of your first preference. Registration for new members (joining after January 1) and nonmembers will begin Tuesday, February, 14, 2012. Registration forms will be available for download on and after February 14 by visiting www.ShaversCreek.org.
Please note: ALL 2012 Summer Camps at Shaver's Creek are FULL with no waitlist. Become a Shaver's Creek member in late fall 2012 to receive the 2013 Summer Camp brochure in early January.
Discovery/Explorer 4-Day Camps: Begins at 9:00 a.m. at the center; ends at 3:00 p.m. the first three days; the last day ends at 5:00 p.m. Families are invited to stay for the campfire program in which campers participate and perform! There is also an option to camp overnight at the center and enjoy a pancake breakfast on Saturday morning.
Please note: ALL weeks of Discovery/Explorer 4-day camp are FULL with no waitlist for 2012.
Discovery/Explorer 5-Day Camps: Begins at 9:00 a.m. at the center; ends at 4:00 p.m. the first four days; the last day camp ends at 5:00 p.m. Families are invited to stay for the campfire program in which campers participate and perform! There is also an option to camp overnight at the center and enjoy a pancake breakfast on Saturday morning. For optional bus transportation, drop off campers between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. in Lot 82, near the corner of University Drive and Park Avenue; pick up 4:30 p.m.
Please note: BOTH weeks of Discovery/Explorer 5-day camp are FULL with no waitlist for 2012.
Wee Wonderers: Begins 9:00 a.m. at the center; ends at noon.
Please note: Wee Wonderers if FULL with no waitlist for 2012.
Rock'n River: Drop off at the picnic pavilions at the corner of University Drive and Park Avenue between 8:45 and 9:00 a.m.; pick up between 4:00 and 4:30 p.m.
Please note: All weeks of Rock'n River Adventures are FULL with waitlist only for 2012.
Raptor Camp: Begins 9:00 a.m. at the center; ends at 3:00 p.m.
Please note: Raptor Camp is FULL with no waitlist for 2012.
Aquatic Adventures: Begins 9:00 a.m. at the center; ends at 3:00 p.m.
Please note: Aquatic Adventures is FULL with waitlist only for 2012.
| Wee Wonderers Camp (Ages 4–5) $60/$45 members |
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This program is for preschoolers and kindergartners. We’ll wander the trails in search of special places and animal friends. As we share stories and art, parents have the option of enjoying the center or a nearby trail. The camp concludes with a parade and ice cream celebration. |
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Shaver’s Creek’s woods, streams, and meadows provide a backdrop for investigating habitats and nature’s cycles. We will use hands-on methods to learn about plants and their special adaptations. Explorer Camp (Ages 9–11, entering 4th–6th grades) The Explorers will spend their week learning about reptiles through observation and exploration. We will set off on the trails to discover and explore the many habitats surrounding Shaver’s Creek.
The Discovery and Explorer campers will spend each day in a group of about twelve children, focusing on nature awareness, natural cycles, and interrelationships of living things. On Thursday the campers should bring old shoes for stream exploration. An experienced Shaver’s Creek staff member and a leader-in-training will guide each group. The Discovery and Explorer campers and their families are invited to participate in the Friday evening picnic and camp-out. Enjoy ice cream, campfire performances, a night walk, and a Saturday morning pancake breakfast. |
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Discovery Camp (Ages 6–8, entering 1st–3rd grades)
| Rock'n River Adventures (Ages 12–15) $365/$315 members (All sessions are FULL for 2012) |
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Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Choose one: June 25–29 (FULL: Waitlist only) Tell your friends about this great chance to participate in adventure activities this summer! Each day we will be in a different spot in the Centre Region — catching the currents canoeing on rivers, caving through our stellar limestone formations, rock climbing on sandstone crags, or exploring our cool, shaded forests on mountain bikes or on foot. Come ready for action, rain or shine. We will meet each morning at the picnic area on the corner of Park Avenue and University Drive. There is no additional fee for transportation for Rock’n River Adventures. |
| Raptor Camp (Ages 12–14) $135/$105 members (FULL: No waitlist) |
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More than forty animals, including many birds of prey, are cared for by the Shaver’s Creek staff. Discover more about these interesting creatures and their unique characteristics as you help our staff care for and handle them. You’ll also get to explore various trails around the area. The week will end on Friday with the campers giving a presentation about the animals. |
| Aquatic Adventures (Ages 12–14) $135/$105 members (FULL: Waitlist only) |
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What is a watershed, and why should we care? Join us as we explore the Juniata River watershed, investigate streams and lakes, go canoeing, and study various ecosystems. Be prepared to get wet and have fun in the process! |
| Leaders-in-Training (Ages 14–18) No cost for accepted applicants |
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Improve your leadership skills by assisting staff members in leading day camp activities and contributing to the magic of discovery. If you are interested in participating in our LIT program, please email Paul Brigman by June 9 to request a volunteer application form. LIT spots fill up fast, so apply early. One training session for all LITs: Friday, June 15, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. LIT schedule for the 4-day sessions: Tuesday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., and Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. The family overnight is optional and fun! |
Assist with camps for ages 4–11
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