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camps
one
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PROGRAM
GRADE
IN FALL DAY(S) & DATE(S) TIME(S) LOCATION ACTIVITY # RES/NR
Your Toy's Story K-3 M-F, Aug 3 - 7 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261111-01 $185/$278
Treasure Island K-3 M-F, Aug 10 - 14 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261112-01 $185/$278
Chess Scholars K-6 M-F, Jul 20 - 24 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261101-01 $185/$278
Animal Planet 1-4 M-F, Jul 27 - Jul 31 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261106-01 $185/$278
A Week at the Museum 1-4 M-F, Jun 15 - 19 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261108-01 $185/$278
Myth Busters 3-6 M-F, Jun 8 - 12 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261107-01 $185/$278
The Amazing Race 3-6 M-F, Jun 22 - 26 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261109-01 $185/$278
Dancin' Days 3-6 M-F, June 29 - Jul 3 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261113-01 $185/$278
Hike & Bike 3-6 M-F, Jul 6 - 10 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261105-01 $185/$278
Rockin' Robots 3-6 M-F, Jul 13 - 17 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261110-01 $345/$518
Animal Planet Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
Scales, feathers and fur! This is the camp for any
young zoologist ready to further explore the Animal
Kingdom. Don't be surprised if we are joined by
wild creatures!
Min 8/Max 24
MythBusters Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
"Busted" or "Confirmed," you be the judge! In this
one week camp, participants will test key elements
of popular beliefs, internet rumors or other myths.
We will replicate the circumstance and duplicate the
results, making predications along the way!
Min 8/Max 24
A WEEK AT THE MUSEUM
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
Ever wish you could roam the rooms of the Mu-
seums at night? Here's your chance to enjoy your
very own "Week at the Museum," Oak Park style!
We won't wait until nightfall, but will spend each
day exploring a different Chicago museums from
art to history to science & industry!
Min 8/Max 24
The Amazing Race Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
Teams will be formed on Monday and "training"
will build up to the Friday Finale. Groups will study
clues to navigate themselves through physical and
mental challenges with limited resources - riddles,
obstacles, and roadblocks . . . Oh My!
Min 8/Max 24
YOUR TOY'S STORY Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
What are your toys are doing when you're not
around? Are they calling the "neighbor toys"
scheduling play dates or fighting off your cat &
dog? Tell your toy's story in this action-packed
toy adventure week. Themed games, activities,
projects, and more!
Min 8/Max 24
Treasure Island Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
Swap the deck, walk the plank, "x" marks the spot
. . . fulfill your dreams of treasure in this one week
camp. The days will be filled with hands on activi-
ties, crafts, games, and maybe even a visit from a
pirate! I DA-rrrrrrr-E you to sign up!
Min 8/Max 24
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Chess Scholars Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
This camp is designed for both beginners and ex-
perienced young players. Children will have an op-
portunity to test for a Chess Belt® under a unique
Chess Scholars system patterned after martial arts
belts. Each class will consist of a fun interactive
teaching period and guided practice time. There
will also be a chess competition with prizes! Each
camper will take home a chess set and an award.
Min 5/Max 25
Rockin' Robots Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
All about robots! From sensors to activators, effec-
tors to manipulators, your Mad Scientist will learn
what makes robots go. Each participant will put
together their own robot to keep at the completion
of the camp. Please note the fee is greater due to the
parts and supplies needed per robot!
Min 5/Max 25
Hike & Bike Week
Supervisor: Mike Mockler
Hit the pavement this summer and explore using
your own pedal power. Bicycles will be provided by
the park district to all participants, and bike/road
safety will also be taught!
Min 8/Max 20
Dancin' Days Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
Spend the week with friends learning cheers, tech-
niques, and a few new moves; combine what you
learned for a final Friday performance. This active
camp is sure to get your camper doing flips!
Min 8/Max 24
