ACADEMIC
Digital Media Academy
June 22-26, June 29-July 3, July 6-July 10 Hands-on, weeklong courses in game design, robotics, programming, filmmaking, other STEM topics. Low student-to-staff ratio. Cost: from $900/week. Age range: 8-12, 12-17; 3333 Regis Blvd., Denver 80221-1154; 866-656-3342; e-mail: info@ dig.ma;
Humanex Academy Summer Academic, Enrichment and Adventure Camps
June 8-July 3 Complete school courses, meet new friends, explore creative talents while practicing new skills. Cost: $500/week. Age range: 11-18; 2700 S. Zuni St., Englewood 80110; 303-783-0137; e-mail: info@humanexacademy.com ;
LYNX National Arts and Media Camps
June 14-26 Camp at CU Denver is for high school students interested in music industry, movie production, digital design, digital animation and 3D design, or photography. Cost: $1,450 commuter, $1,950 residential. Age range: 14-18; Arts Building, CU Denver, Denver 80204; 303-556-4797; e-mail: david.walter@ucdenver.edu;
ADVENTURE
Avid4 Adventure
June-August Outdoor adventure camps where pre-K to 7th graders learn to climb, paddle, bike, hike and thrive in the outdoors. Cost: $395-$415/week. Age range: 3-17; PO Box 287, Boulder 80306; 800-977-9873; e-mail: info@avid4.com;
Centennial Canoe Outfitters Inc.
May 23-Sept. 20 Overnight, guided and outfitted family canoe camping trips on nine backcountry rivers in Colorado, Utah and Wyoming. Children 6 and older must be accompanied by adult. Cost: $150-$634 per trip depending on number of days (1-5). Age range: 6-90+; PO Box 3365, Centennial 80161; 720-283-0553; e-mail: julia@centennialcanoe.com;
Colorado Mountain Club’s Youth Education Program
June 8-12, 15-19, 22-26; July 6-10, 13-17, 20-24, 20-25, 27-31; Aug. 3-7, 10-14 Climb or explore the mountains with specialized multi-day courses offering outdoor skill-building and adventure. Cost: $335-$650/week. Age range: 9-18; 710 10th St., Golden 80401; 303-996-2741; e-mail: mollydaley@cmc.org;
Evergreen Park Rec Outdoor Adventure Day Camp
Jun 22-26; July 6-10; July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, Aug. 3-7, Aug. 10-12 (Flexible times/days) Different weekly themed camps for young outdoor enthusiasts; activities from water sports to camping to geography. Cost: $200 district resident, $230 non-resident. Age range: 8-13; 5300 S. Olive Road, Evergreen 80439; e-mail: tsutton@eprd.co;
Footprints Adventures
March 28, May 16, May 30, June 24-28, July 9-12, July 15-19, July 30, Aug. 5-9, Sept. 3-7 Empowering single-day and multi-day adventures for people with amputations and limb differences. Whitewater raft, rock climb, high challenge course, nature walks, camp. Cost: $20-$800 (varies by program). Age range: 18-78; 7154 S. Eudora Ct., Centennial 80122; 720-445-5238; e-mail: info@footprintsadventures.org;
Keystone Science School
June 6-Aug. 14 Campers learn scientific principles and leadership skills through hands-on field experiences at Old Keystone Village. Cost: $65-$150/day. Age range: 5-17; 1053 Soda Ridge Road, Keystone 80443; 970-455-4228; e-mail: Camp@KeystoneScienceSchool.org;
The Colorado Mountain Ranch
June 8-Aug. 14 Weeklong day-camp sessions with optional weekly overnights and campouts. Bus transportation provided to and from Boulder. Cost: $445-$545/week. Age range: 7-16; 10063 Gold Hill Road, Gold Hill 80302; 303-442-4557; e-mail: office@coloradomountainranch.com;
ARTS
Drum Major and Leadership Academy
June 24-27 Prepares drum majors and section leaders for enhanced roles in their school band programs. Cost: starts at $280. Age range: 15-18; 1400 Remington St., Fort Collins 80524; 970-491-5973; e-mail: richard.frey@colostate.edu;
Organ Week
June 7-12 Expand or begin your organ study. One-to-one instruction, master classes and recitals on pipe organs. Cost: $325-$425/week. Age range: 15-18; 1400 Remington St., Fort Collins 80524; 970-491-2431; e-mail: joel.bacon@colostate.edu;
GENERAL
Denver Academy Summer Program
June 15-July 10, July 13-Aug. 7 Keep academic skills sharp, or remediation for those who need support. Cost: $100-$150/week. Age range: 6-18; 4400 E. Iliff Ave. Denver 80222; 303-777-5870; e-mail: chegele@denveracademy.org;
Devil’s Thumb Ranch Wrangler Camps
June 14-17 (beginner), June 14-19 (int/adv), Aug. 2-5 (beginner), Aug. 2-7 (int/adv). Give your children the opportunity to step outside of the techno-junkie box with an authentic western lifestyle experience at Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa Wrangler Camps. Professional wranglers teach horsemanship and riding skills among other “wrangler life” outdoor and bonding experiences. Activities include wagon rides, horsemanship training including catching, haltering, grooming, saddling, groundwork riding instruction, rounding up cattle, team penning, team driving and a ½ day trail adventure (overnight trip for the int/adv camps). Horse and stable activities and skill training are complemented with pool time, game room activities (including candlepin bowling) and movies. Camps are co-ed with limited space for each to maintain personalized attention. Cost: $495/child for beginner; $895/child for int/adv; includes daily boxed lunch (both camps); Int/adv also receive overnight ride/trip including dinner and breakfast. Lodging is not included outside of the overnight one night trip on the int/adv. Reservations and information on Ranch accommodations and local lodging options can be provided at time of inquiry. Age range: 10-16 years (beginner, for kids who have never ridden before or ride less than 12 times/year); 13-16 years (int/adv, children who ride more than 12 times/year); 3530 County Road 83, Tabernash, 80478; 970-726-7000; e-mail: nmorrow@devilsthumbranch.com;
Girl Scouts of Colorado-Sky High Ranch
June 14-July 31 Three- to 12-day overnight camp sessions. Registration begins Jan. 13 at Cost: $600/week. Age range: 6-17; 30924 Colorado 67, Woodland Park 80863; 877-404-5708 ; e-mail: inquiry@gscolorado.org;
Girl Scouts of Colorado — Tomahawk Ranch
June 14-July 31 Three- to 12-day overnight camp sessions. Registration begins Jan. 13 at . Cost: $600/week. Age range: 6-17; 2113 County Road 43, Bailey 80421; 877-404-5708 ; e-mail: inquiry@gscolorado.org;
Heritage Camps for Adoptive Families
June-September Twelve separate camps provide a place for families to learn, share, gain support, and celebrate adoption and culture. Cost: $103-$128. Age range: 3-adult; 2052 Elm St., Denver 80207; 303-320-4234; e-mail: hcamps@comcast.net;
NATURE/ ENVIRONMENT
Camp Junior Rangers with Jefferson County Open Space
June 27-28 Connect to nature, spend the day with your children as you learn from naturalists and park rangers. Cost: Free. Age range: 6-12; 25303 Belcher Hill Road, Golden 80401; 720-497-7600; e-mail: lmnc@jeffco.us;
South Suburban Parks and Recreation Junior Rangers Camp
June 22-26, July 13-17, July 27-31 Explore forests, see wildlife, float the river or Cooley Lake, experience a night hike, sleepover and more. Registration begins Feb. 23. Cost: $224 weekly resident; $249 nonresident. Age range: 10-12; 3000 W. Carson Drive, Littleton 80120; 303-730-1022; e-mail: victorias@sspr.org;
Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory’s Summer Nature Camps
June 8-12, June 14-19, June 26-July 4, July 7-10, July 14-17, July 21-24, July 28-31, Aug. 3-7, Aug. 10-14 Explore nature and learn about birds while making friends, developing leadership skills. Cost: Varies. Age range: 2-17 ; 14500 Lark Bunting Lane, Brighton 80603; 303-659-4348 ext.15; e-mail: tyler.edmondson@rmbo.org;
RELIGIOUS
Eagle Lake Camps
June 1-Aug. 7 Christian-centered, exciting outdoor experiences. Cost: $150-$775 weekly. Age range: 7-19; PO Box 6819, Colorado Springs 80934; 719-272-7453; e-mail: registrar.el@navigators.org;
Wyoba Christian Camp
June-September Rustic Christian camp on Casper Mountain in Wyoming offering kids camps, adult retreats and rentals. Cost: $240 for kids; rental rates available. Age range: 9-18; 9350 Casper Mountain Road, Casper, WY 82601; 307-234-6240; e-mail: wyoba@abcrm.org;
SPORTS
Adidas Tennis Camps
June 14-19, July 19-24 Held at Colorado State University, play tennis during the day, evening activities with coaches. Cost: $495 day, $825 overnight. Age range: 7-17; PO box 3031, Loveland 80539; 970-222-3439; e-mail: steve@williamstennisschool.com;
Camp Timberline
June 8-Aug. 16 Christian sports and mountain adventure camp in Estes Park. Youth residential camp, backpacking programs, family camp, women’s faith and fitness retreat and day camps. Cost: $225-$799 weekly. Age range: 7-18; 1207 Longs Peak Road, Estes Park 80517; 970-484-8462; e-mail: office@camptimberline.com;
CSU Volleyball Elite Skills Camp
July 28-30Expert coaches, individual skills training, team drills, Q&A with college players. Cost: $365 resident; $265 commuter; $290 commuter with meal option. Age range: grades 9-12; McGraw Athletic Center, Fort Collins 80523; 970-213-1830; e-mail: bri.frech@colostate.edu; /
CSU Volleyball Team Development Camp
July 24-27 Opportunity for volleyball teams to work on skills and systems. Cost: $135 commuter, $290 resident. Age range: High school. McGraw Athletic Center, Fort Collins 80523; 970-213-1830; e-mail: bri.frech@colostate.edu;
SMRTTraining Kids Horse Camp
June 8-10, July 13-15, Aug. 3-5 Learn about horses and how to ride, plus have fun with horse games, crafts and snacks. No experience necessary. Cost: $180. Age range: 5-13 boys and girls; 17421 Colorado 8, Morrison 80465; 303-697-3996; e-mail: smrttraining@aol.com; smrttraining@aol.com
University of Colorado Sports Camps
May-August This is the opportunity to learn your favorite sports from the Colorado Buffaloes. CU Athletics offers summer day and overnight sport camps for football, basketball, lacrosse, tennis, golf, ski, volleyball and soccer. The camps provide a chance to work with CU coaches and athletes, experience life on campus, and play where the Buffaloes play. CU campus, Boulder, 303-492-7931;
