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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday June 13, 2007 - 13 Summer camp 101 Every summer the sun shines with a promise of ice cream cones, flip flops, swimming pools and... your child's inevitable cries of boredom? It's no surprise to parents that their youngsters' minds are a little less than stimulated during two months of staying up late and watching TV. During summer vacation it is important to provide your little one with the stimulation that their mind needs. Luckily for kids, there are innumerable camps that cater to their educational, physical and entertainment needs. Summer camps are sure to please both parent and child. With such a large selection of summer camps to choose from you are sure to be successful in finding a camp to suit your child's personality and needs. There are two main divisions of summer camp- day camps and overnight camps. Day camps run during the day and conclude in the afternoon or evening. These are ideal for working parents, or parents who are just not ready to "let go" yet. Overnight camps are just that- a camp at which your child will remain overnight. Day camps and overnight camps branch off into virtually thousands of types of camps. Sports camps are certainly a popular option and are guaranteed to increase activity level and critical thinking skills. Most sports camps focus on one particular sport, like baseball or basketball. For the academically elite an academic camp is likely to be a suitable choice.These camps cater to campers who love to learn in fun and exciting ways. From Archeology to astronomy or marine biology to robotics- rest assured that there is an academic camp for your little one. Children that excel in the arts would probably feel at home in an art camp. Art camps range from music camps, visual art camps, drama camps etc. These camps are sure to foster your child's talent and develop their skills. Special needs camps are also widely available, so that any parent can feel confident in their decision to send their child to camp. Special needs camps are staffed by experienced councilors who are trained to provide your child with the care that they need- while having fun, of course! There are also vast amounts of special interest camps that consist of anything from cooking, yoga, technology and video making, fashion- and everything else your little one's heart could possibly desire. And remember, when searching for a great camp in your area the Internet is a fast and easy resource. This summer, send your child to a summer camp! They are sure to thank you for it! FOR BOYS AND GIRLS AGES 7-12 YRS FROM 8:00 AM TO 4:30 PM JULY 9-13 JULY 16-20 JULY 23-27 JULY 30-AUG 3 N O RT H SE RV IC E RD .E 3 Hours On Ice Activity Daily 3 Hours Golfing Activity Daily JO SH UA NORTH SERVICE ROAD EAST CR EE K 1663 North Service Road East SPACE LIMITED Last Year Sold Out! CALL CAMP DIRECTOR DICK DECLOE 905-542-1997 www.decloehockeyacademy.info Summer Camps July 3 - August 17 Half day Preschool Camps for ages 3-5 years. Taught by licensed ECE teachers. Full and half day camps for ages 4-12. The Summer Arts Adventure Camps are designed to provide students with the opportunity to enhance or explore their chosen disciplines or a variety of areas in an environment that supports, encourages and celebrates their creativity. Taught by university qualified professionals. EARLY FALL REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS ON NOW until June 30, 2007 Offering Oakville the finest in arts exploration and development. Recreational Dance Instrumental and Vocal Lessons Musical Theatre Drama Fine Arts Ask about our Birthday Party Packages Arts Integration, (dance, musical theatre, (fine art, drama), Dance Integration (jazz, hip hop, lyrical, ballet), Fine Arts, Arts Fundamental and Musical Theatre (triple threat, dance, drama and vocals). Serving North Oakville Since 1984 Competitive Auditions June 19, 20, 25 and July 9 www.oakvilleacademy.com Come in and tour our state-of-the-art facility and meet our passionate, professional, university qualified instructors and find out why we are OAKVILLE'S BEST! 1011 Upper Middle Road East & Eighth Line 905.844.ARTS (2787)