2007 summer camps and programs
Please note: this list is outdated, I haven't been able to compile a current list.
C-GCC Sports Camps
C-GCC will hold summer sports camps for children ages 7 through 18 at the Greenport campus, beginning June and running through the beginning of August.
Baseball, basketball, soccer, softball, tennis, golf, volleyball and bowling will be offered. Also, a Sports Are For Everyone camp will be held one week in July. Each camp includes individual coaching, low student/coach ratio, highly qualified staff and up-to-date techniques. Participants will be assigned to a supervised group according to ability and age.
Contact: (518) 828-4181, extension 3210
Camp Sundown
Camp Sundown is a year-round “night camp” to offer sun sensitive children and their families a way to meet other folks sharing similar problems, creating similar solutions and to enjoy a “camp” experience like their peers - just on a different time clock ... a dream come true! Camp Sundown began in 1996 as an XP family retreat in Poughkeepsie, NY. In 2003, thanks to many generous donors, we were able to open our own Camp Sundown Retreat House in Craryville, NY.
Contact: 1 (518) 851- 2612
CCE of Columbia County Financial Champions Money Camp
Do you really need that new shirt, DVD or xBox game? Do you only want it because your best friend has one or because you saw it on TV or in a magazine? This camp will help youth become financial champions so they can answer these types of questions. They will discover the difference between needs and wants, money personalities and values, goal setting, communication, way to use and save money, the benfits and drawbacks of credit, advertising influences, consumer decision making and how to select financial services. July 23-25 8:30-12pm. Fee: $30.
Contact: Beth L. Horton, 518-828-3346, blh42@cornell.edu
CCE of Columbia County Murder Mystery Camp
This program will simulate a crime scene and unravel the web of clues to discover who committed this heinous crime. Students will become inspectors, crime scene investigators, suspects, and one will even be the murderer! We will use investigative techniques and develop skills to uncover the culprit. A light snack will be provided each day. For students entering grades 5-8. Call or e-mail to register today. Spaces are limited. At the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia County, 479 Rt 66 Hudson, NY. Cost: $30
Contact: Beth L. Horton, 518-828-3346, blh42@cornell.edu
Crellin Park Kids Gardening Program
Kids will dig, plant, harvest, learn about organic gardening and more, all at the Children’s Garden at the Chatham Community Garden at Crellin Park. This season we’ll be planting flowers and herbs, beans and squash, lettuce and tomatoes, potatoes and more! Interested children aged 6 - 12 are welcome to join us! The gardening program will run as part of the Crellin Park Recreation Program, for six weeks, from July 9 to August 17. We will meet three times a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings, for an hour, from 10 to 11 am. On Fridays we’ll be bringing in special guest teachers to round out the program with garden songs and nature walks. The cost is $15 for the entire program. Scholarships are available.
Contact: Shari Franks, 392-0337
Crellin Park Summer Program
The Town of Chatham Summer program for youth begins on Monday July 9th and will continue Monday through Friday for six weeks until August 17th. Certified lifeguards will teach American Red Cross Swim lessons from 10 am to 11 am and from 11 am to 12 noon, Monday through Friday. Two 3-week sessions will be offered at $30 per session per child with a $10 discount for additional siblings.
The Afternoon Enrichment program will begin at 12:30 and end at 3 pm Monday through Friday. Children will be split into three age levels: 4 to 5 yrs, 6 to 8 yrs, and 9 and up. Each group will be supervised by trained camp counselors in various activities at the Park. Fees for the afternoon program are $50 per child for residents who reside in the Town of Chatham and Village of Chatham ($30 for additional siblings) and $80 for nonresidents ($50 for additional siblings) for the entire six weeks. Arts and crafts, recreational games and LOTS of other fun activities will be offered, including programs at the Community Garden in the Children’s Garden!
Contact: Shari Franks, 392-0337
Dancing Moon Playhouse
Young Artists 4-5 yr. olds - July 16- July 20
Masters 6-8 yr. olds - July 23- July 27
Camps are half day from 9-12 pm for one week and include art, music, theater, outdoor play and a healthy organic snack. Fee: $125.00.
Contact: Sue Dixon at 518.758.6793 or sue@dancingmoon.org
Flying Deer: Quest for the Medicine Tree
(Ages 7-12) Come answer the call to adventure! For one week only we’ll enter the enchanted forest of Abodia for a real-life adventure beyond our wildest dreams! Last summer we found the lost Medicine Tree and became heroes throughout the land. This year, our quest is even greater. We’ll search for a lost friend, see the answer to a Great Mystery, encounter the many magical inhabitants of Abodia, and learn the knowledge of the earth and ourselves along the way! July 30-August 3 $250
Contact: 518-794-6687
Flying Deer: Cottonwood Camp
(Age 6-13) An exciting day camp for children who love to spend time outdoors with friends, leaning about the forest and its valuable teaching; mysterious animal tacks, delicious edible plants, curious insects, shelter, primitive fire-making and other wilderness skills, not to mention fun songs, games, and stories! We begin our day together with morning circle in the Flying Deer tipi, then we adventure throughout the day as the Red-Tailed Hawk Clan (ages 10-13) and the White-tailed deer clan (ages 6-9) and complete our day together in the tipi for Afternoon Circle. $185-$200
Cottonwood I ~ June 18-22, Cottonwood II ~ June 25-29, Cottonwood III ~ July 2-6
Contact: 518-794-6687
Flying Deer: Otter Slide Camp
Campers ages 8-13 and families who want to join in the fun. This exciting new camp is a great step up for campers 8 and up! For our first four days campers will encounter exciting challenges and learn some key crafts of camp, including group shelter, bone tools, earthen containers, bark cordage, primitive cooking, and much more. Thursday evening to Friday afternoon will be our overnight where families are invited to join us to experience the joy and wonder of spending time in nature as a “village community; camping, playing, learning, and relaxing together. Monday through Wednesday camp will follow typical day camp hours, from 9am-3pm. On Thursday campers will arrive at 9am and stay until 1pm the following day! Families are invited to join us on Thursday afternoon or evening and stay until the program ends on Friday. Together we will have dinner, enjoy a night-time adventure, and sleep in shelters we construct ourselves or out under the stars. Friday will provide us with time for craft making, wild edible collecting, and exciting journeys before we part. July 9-13 Includes a week of camp for a child and an overnight adventure for one parent and child. $275-$300. For additional family members attending the overnight, add $25/ea.
Contact: 518-794-6687
Flying Deer: Wolf Adirondack Expedition
Experienced backpackers ages 14-17. An adventure to challenge our bodies and excite our senses! We will have one day of preparation and four days of backpacking in the Adirondack Wilderness. August 13-17 $350-$400
Contact: 518-794-6687
Flying Deer: Wolf Camp
(Ages 10-17) This trip is very popular! Sign up early! Two small groups of campers led by experienced instructors begin with two days of day camp developing our community and preparing the knowledge and skills necessary for the journey ahead. Wednesday morning we trek into the beautiful Berkshire Mtns. where we climb summit, and eat and laugh around campfires, and enjoy the freedom that backpacking provides. Many parts of this trip serve as metaphors for growth and change present and awaiting in the childrens’ lives. August 13-17 $300-$350
Contact: 518-794-6687
Horseback Riding Lessons, Pony Rides
Come experience a different kind of riding at Spencertown’s Chive Hill this summer! Horseback riding lessons and pony rides (no age limits!) taught by registered, licensed, riding instructor Robin Parow. Bareback balanced seat riding, vaulting (gymnastics on horseback) and horse care and management are among the programs offered all summer long. Personal, one-on-one instruction for riders of all ages and levels. Summer Riding Without Fear Program for teens and adults incorporates ground work, riding and reflection. Call for schedule and pricing.
Contact: Robin Parow, 518-392-1955
Life Drawing for Adults & Teens 16 and up
The workshops will be kept small to allow for individualized attention and study within the group setting. The intent is to develop and nurture each student’s unique potential. Students of all levels are welcome and encouraged to attend. Study is progressive, building on previous work in the studio. July 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 & 20 wednesday, thursday & friday of each of 2 weeks 10 am to 5:30pm (with break for lunch), Hudson, NY. Please enroll by June 27. Fee: $475
Contact: 828-0188 or shusterstudio@yahoo.com
Painting for Adults & Teens 16 and up
The workshops will be kept small to allow for individualized attention and study within the group setting. The intent is to develop and nurture each student’s unique potential. Students of all levels are welcome and encouraged to attend. Study is progressive, building on previous work in the studio. July 25, 26, 27, August 1, 2 & 3 wednesday, thursday & friday of each of 2 weeks 10 am to 5:30pm (with break for lunch), Hudson, NY. Please enroll by June 27. Fee: $475
Contact: 828-0188 or shusterstudio@yahoo.com
Singing Fleece and Dancing Threads
This is a series of 4 free summer programs at the North Chatham Free Library for ages 3 and up. Every program will include a story time. Children will be encouraged to take out books from the library after the programs for summer reading. Programs are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-12pm. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Kindly sign up by June 30.
Songs and Dances with Sheri Bauer-Mayorga - July 5, 10, 12 - Sheri, musician extrordinaire, is a remarkable teacher. Her enthusiasm and sheer joy have infected us all. This is our second year with Sheri. Because last year was such a success, she will again be leading us in traditional songs and dances.
Felting with Marrie-Claude Giroux - July 17, 19, 24 - This is our fourth year with MC: paper-maker, glass blower, artist of sculptural form and experienced teacher. For this workshop, we will card raw washed wool, use both dyed and natural colors, plus soap, water and lots of elbow grease to produce a felted form. Felting is magical!
Clay Masks with Marrie-Claude Giroux - July 26, 31 and Aug 2 - Children will make clay masks using self-hardening clay and then paint/decorate their creations.
Weaving with Ann Songayllo - August 7 & 9 - Ann is a new resident of the hamlet of Chatham. She is an experienced weaver and has taught the craft to a variety of ages.
Contact: North Chatham Free Library 518-766-3211
Soccer Camp at Crellin Park
CMA is sponsoring a youth soccer camp at Crellin Park July 22 - 26 for ages 5-15. Camp will be run in the evenings from 5-8:30 by Pro-Kick Soccer Camp. Camp director Jeff Guinn (Men’s soccer coach - Union College) has run the camp for 16 yrs. His highly trained and experienced staff place their emphasis on technical development - providing skill instruction and tactical training in a safe and fun environment.
Contact: Crellin-Morris at 392-4622
Summer Kinder Camp
At Hawthorne Valley School, for children ages 5-8. Activities include nature crafts, songs and stories: sand and water play; and hikes and adventures in the fields, forests, streams, and farm of our beautiful 400-acre campus. Instructor is Cristan Vineis, art, child and nature lover with many years experience. Three 2-week sessions, from 9 am to 1pm, Monday through Friday beginning July 9th running through August 17th. You may sign your child up for as many sessions as you wish. The fee for each session is $275.
Contact: Cristan Vineis, 508-274-8510
Summer Sinfonia: Scottish Music Summer Day Camp
Learn and play Scottish and Shetland music directly from two homeland performers and teachers; Eunice Henderson (pictured above) from Cunningburgh, Shetland, and Gilli Simpson from Dundee, Scotland. Participants will be place in classes according to interest and ability, including Shetland and Scottish fiddle tutor, cello/bass band, classical and traditional ensembles, Scottish String Orchestra, Flute Ensemble, Flute Choir, penny whistle, piano accompaniment, country dance, and song. Open to all students entering grades 3 - 11 and their family members who play classical and/or traditional music on violin, viola, cello, bass, harp, piano, flute. Participating families must provide their own accommodations, lunch, snacks, and transportation. July 30 - August 3, 2007 Hawthorne Valley School. Fee: $400.
Contact: Caryn Niedringhaus (518) 479 - 3438, summersinfonia@att.net
The Journey: Olana’s Summer Arts Camp
Children ages 6-12 work in small groups at the Picturesque estate of Frederic Church, renowned Hudson River School artist, as they ‘journey’ to one of the locales visited by Church in the 19th century. Through art, music, history and other hands-on activities, children experience the life and travels of this landmark artist. Session I, July 9-13. Session II, August 6-10. Fee per session: $115 for members of The Olana Partnership, $145 for non-members.
Contact: (518) 828-0135
TSL: Garden Art & Kitchen Workshop
Children ages 7-13 will work in the TSL garden, prepare a daily meal from our harvest and work on nature based art projects, all the while learning about healthy eating, local agriculture and expressing the world as seen through their eyes. Limited to 15 students on a first come, first serve basis. We offer a number of full and partial scholarships to Hudson City Youth whose families qualify for free or reduced price lunch in the Hudson City School Distrcit. TSL Hudson, July 23-27 / 10:00-3:00pm - Fee: $200 OR Free for Hudson Youth who qualify for free/reduced price lunches.
Contact: Maija or Monique at (518)822-8448
TSL: Soup-2-Nuts Theatre Workshop
Children ages 7-13 will explore all aspects of drama through their creation of an original theatrical production including script writing, set, costume and prop creation and a final performance for family and friends. We offer a number of full and partial scholarships to Hudson City Youth whose families qualify for free or reduced price lunch in the Hudson City School Distrcit. Fee: $200 OR Free for Hudson Youth who qualify for free/reduced price lunches. July 2,3,5,6 & 7 / 1:00-4:00 pm at TSL Hudson.
Contact: Maija or Monique at (518)822-8448
TSL: Teen Workshop
Teens ages 14-19 will work with a visiting artist for two weeks exploring different forms of visual creativity and written expression, as they design and paint an outdoor public mural on the TSL Youth Clubhouse. Limited to 15 students on a first come, first serve basis. TSL Hudson July 9-20 / 1:00-5:00 pm Fee: $200 OR Free for Hudson Youth who qualify for free/reduced price lunches.
Contact: Maija or Monique at (518)822-8448
Vacation Bible School, St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Hudson
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church located on the corner of Rt. 66 & Storm Ave. in Hudson is having Vacation Bible School August 20-24. Dinner provided @ 5:30pm/VBS 6-8pm. Ages 3 and up are welcomed.
Contact: 518-828-9514
Walking the dog Theater’s Youth Workshop THE MISER
Aug 6-26th : THEATER ENTHUSIASTS Ages 14-18 are invited to join an intensive summer workshop and the production of THE MISER, a comedy of greed, love and mischief, directed by Benedicta Bertau, assisted by Laurie Portocarrero. Previous theater experience welcome but not necessary. The workshop will involve acting exercises, improvisation, character development, ensemble-building, and speech. Rehearsals begin Aug 6th, Monday-Friday 10 am- 3:30 pm, held at Triform Hall, just south of Hudson. Public performances: August 24/25 at 7:30pm and August 26th at 2pm. Please register by July 25th. Fee: $650/$550 for a second child in the family.
Contact: 518-392-0131
Wilderness Survival/Rites of Passage Camps
Overnight programs in the the fields and forrests of Hawthorne Valley Farm.
Basic Course July 2-July 22, 2007 - staff and students will live in a primitive camp with no running water or electricity. Tents will help to keep us warm and dry when we are not staying in student-made primitive shelters. We will learn to make fires with bow and drill which will aid us in making eating utensils as well as providing warmth while we listen to stories and work on projects around the fire. Ages: 11-15 Cost: $1350.
Little Hands - June 25-July 1, 2007 - A one week version of the Basic Course. Geared towards younger folks, it is much more play oriented, focusing on stories and games of early woodland cultures. Basic survival skills will be taught at a pace to match that of the group appetite for learning how to use their Little Hands. Ages: 9-11 Cost: $475
Contact: Mike Pewtherer 845-486-7092 woodlandways@hotmail.com
Youth Photography Project
A five-course visual and written workshop in 35mm color photography aimed at 11-18 year olds to learn about and experience photography on a personal and real level. The theme of the class centers on “Where We Live” and will take a closer look at the everyday aspects of our lives both on camera, on paper and in discussion. Disposable cameras and photo processing are free. A final showing of class pictures will include active decision-making on behalf of the students. There is also a possibility of showing your work at the Hudson ArtsWalk 2007. Classes begin Saturday, June 30th 11am-1pm at the Hudson Library, 400 State Street, and continue for the following 4 Saturdays. Open to 8 students. Please sign-up in advance by contacting Carlin or the Hudson Library (518)828-1792 and for more information, please call Carlin at (773)332-7778 or email her at carlintree@gmail.com.
Contact: Carlin at (773)332-7778 or carlintree@gmail.com