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2009 Summer Day Camps

Summer Camp Registration begins early this year on Monday, February 2 2009 at 9am

Dates:
June 15-19                  You Work I Play                     

June 22-26                  Ray's Mini Tennis                    

June 29-July 3             No Camps Offered                 

July 6-10                     Triple Sport Fun Camp

July 13-17                   Camp Otter                           

July 20-24                   Camp Waterspout                  

July 27-31                   Camp Cannonball I                 

Aug. 4-8                      Jr. Life Guarding Camp

Aug. 10-14                  Ray's Youth Tennis Camp      

Aug. 17-21                  Camp Cannonball II           

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Ray's Splash Planet Camp Information

You Work and I Play
(Course No. 42077)
June 15th - June 19th
 
This camp is designed to serve as an opportunity to engage in different activities both fun and educational geared towards helping with growth and development. Indoor/outdoor fun. Swimming included. Activities: Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Swimming

Contact Calvin Covington
704-432-1140
Calvin.Covington@MecklenburgCountync.gov

Ray's Mini Tennis Camp
(Course No. 42424)
June 22nd - June 26th
Ages: 5-7yrs

This camp is designed for kids to learn the fundamentals of tennis, make new friends, have fun achieving various hand-eye coordination skills and allow for swim time!  Scaled down tennis racquets are provided for use during this week long program.

Contact Emily Cowles 704-432-1139
Emily.Cowles@mecklenburgcountync.gov  

Triple Sport Fun Camp
(Course No. 42078)

July 6th - July 10th

This camp is designed to serve as an introduction to basketball, soccer and tee-ball in a non-competitive and fun environment.  Activities include: basketball, soccer, tee-ball and swimming in a fun environment!

Contact Calvin Covington
704-432-1140
Calvin.Covington@MecklenburgCountync.gov 

Camp Otter
(Course No. 198)
July 13th - July 17th

This camp is designed for the nature lover!  Activities include hiking, creek exploration, fishing, canoeing, swimming, arts & crafts and an overnight campout at McDowell Nature Preserve! Campers will camp out under the stars at one of the County's most awesome parks for a night. (We ask that parents stay home for this trip. Kids only.) Enjoy these activities as well; swimming at the splash park, exploring the Irwin Greenway and cool art projects!

Contact Emily Cowles
704-432-1139
Emily.Cowles@mecklenburgcountync.gov 

Camp Waterspout
(Course No. 197)
July 20th - July 24th

Come learn what the water has to offer!  Children do not need to be proficient swimmers but should be comfortable in 4 ft of water; swim skills will be evaluated and presented to each camper as a skill for life long fitness. 

Contact Patricia Daly
704-432-1141
Patricia.Daly@mecklenburgcountync.gov

Camp Cannonball I & II
(Course No. 199)
July 27th - July 31st
and
August 17th - August 21st
(Course No. 200)

This camp incorporates everything Ray's Splash Planet has to offer:  activities in the gymnasium, the arts and crafts room, the splash park, outdoor fields, a field trip and exploring Irwin Creek Greenway!

Contact Emily Cowles
704-432-1139
Emily.Cowles@mecklenburgcountync.gov 

Jr. Lifeguarding
(Course No. 192)
August 3rd - August 7th
Ages: 11 - 14yrs

The best camp to introduce children ages 11-14 years to Life guarding using the American Red Cross Guard Start Program.  This program will focus on prevention of aquatic accidents, response in an emergency as well as leadership skills which prepare youth for any future job.  All participants must be able to swim 25 yards unassisted. This program that provides a foundation of aquatic leadership & knowledge, attitudes, and skills preparing them for future and successful completion of the Red Cross Lifeguarding course. Must know how to SWIM.

Contact Patricia Daly
704-432-1141
Patricia.Daly@mecklenburgcountync.gov

Ray's Youth Tennis Camp
(Course No. 405)
August 10th - August 14th
Ages: 8-10 yrs

This camp is designed for youth to learn the fundamentals: basic strokes, rules of the game and tennis etiquette.  Campers will also participate in group games, arts and crafts and swim time!  Players will need to provide their own tennis racquets. 

Contact Emily Cowles 704-432-1139
Emily.Cowles@MecklenburgCountync.gov.gov

 

 


 

ABOUT OUR CAMPS

  • Camps are staffed by professional Park and Recreation employees. 
  • Camper to staff ratio = 10:1
  • Lunch is provided for all camps. Campers will need to provide their own 2 daily snacks and drinks. 
  • Field trips are included for most camps!
  • Campers are required to provide their own swim suit & towel, tennis shoes, sun block, water bottle, and bug spray.
  • No money, toys or games.  We'll be too busy to play or spend!
  • One of a kind RSP T-shirt is provided for all camps
  • Camp hours: 8:30am-4:30pm
  • Ages: 6-11yrs * unless otherwise noted
  • Cost:  $150/week
  • Pre and Post Camp Supervision available from 8-8:30am and 4:30-6pm for $25/week
  • Camp space is limited so register as soon as possible. You can register and check availability online at eParks here.

 

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