2020 Summer Camps in the Brazos Valley

SUMMER CAMPS 2020

21ST CENTURY MODERN ROCK CAMP

School of Rock | schoolofrock.com | 979.977.2019 | July 27 – 31 | Type of Camp: Music, Fine Arts, Singing, Beginners

In this 5-day summer camp, students will learn and perform songs from some of the most popular artists of the 21st century, including Foo Fighters, Amy Winehouse, Imagine Dragons, Paramore, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and more. Monday through Friday will be spent learning and rehearsing songs culminating in a live performance at the end of the week. Great for students 7-18 years of age who have had some previous instruction.

CAMP ALLEN SUMMER CAMP

Camp Allen | campallen.org | 936.825.7175 | Dates: Various sessions starting June 7 – August 8 | Type of Camp: Christian, Adventure

Located one hour northwest of Houston, Camp Allen offers week-long residential camp sessions for ages 8-18. Camp Allen is the largest Episcopal summer camp program in the nation and welcomes 2,000 campers annually. The heart of Camp Allen has been to love God and make Him known. Every day is jam-packed with activities, food, and good friends. Camper activities include: archery, canoeing, swimming, zip-lining, horseback riding, paddle-boarding, fishing, water slides, talent shows, dance nights, and adventure games. Camp Allen is training staff, ordering supplies, and following all local, state, and CDC guidelines in regard to COVID-19. Visit the website for more detailed information.

CLASS ACT ETIQUETTE CAMP

Do your kids feel awkward or shy in a crowd? How are their table manners? Do they have cell phone manners? What kind of impression do they make on others? CLASS ACT is a dining, etiquette, and dance course that teaches essential social skills for young people. Camp sessions cover everything from basic manners and dining etiquette to cell phone courtesy and job skills. Students learn popular ballroom and swing dance skills. Ages 6-18 are invited to enroll. CLASS ACT will help your child/children build character, confidence, and courtesy.

CLASSIC ROCK REWIND

School of Rock | schoolofrock.com | 979.977.2019 | July 20 – 24 | Type of Camp: Music, Fine Arts, History, Singing

Campers will learn the music of 60s and 70s rock icons such as The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and The Rolling Stones at Classic Rock Rewind summer camp. In addition to songs, students will learn about rock history and the stagecraft needed to perform on a stage. At the end of the week, students will put on a live performance. This camp is great for students 7-18 years of age who have had some previous instruction.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF THE BRAZOS VALLEY SUMMER CAMPS

cmbv.org | 979.779.5437 | Dates: Various starting June 15 – August 10 | Type of Camp: Science, Adventure, Arts & Crafts, Dance, Music, Community Service, Fitness, Games

All summer long the Children’s Museum of the Brazos Valley will be hosting themed camps for kids ages 4 and older. The Museum has eight fun-filled camps lined up for the summer:

June 15-19: Illuminate and Fabricate: a Maker Camp— the sky’s the limit for this camp! Get your child’s creative juices flowing at this fun crafting camp.

June 22-26: Gasses, Goo, and Geodes— This one is for the “glad” scientist. Campers will explore different states of matter, learn what makes the earth so fascinating…and make a mess!

June 29-July 3: Time Traveler’s Camp— You don’t need a fancy machine to visit past decades (and even centuries!). Campers will explore different time periods with games, facts, food, and fun!

July 6-10: Launch Pad Young Entrepreneurs Camp— This is the 3rd annual installment of Entrepreneur camp. Your little visionary will start with an idea and guest entrepreneurs will visit throughout the week to coach them and help make it a reality, all culminating in a showcase for families, friends, and the community!

July 13-17: Under the Sea Camp—TAMU Oceanography Department is back for the second summer in a row. Come spend the week with different experts exploring marine science and marine life, some right here in Texas!

July 20-24: Fairy Tale Theatre — This camp will bring Broadway to Bryan! Campers will learn all the elements of putting on a show from sets, costumes, props, and of course, acting. Your budding Thespian will get a chance to be part of a short performance at the end of the week!

July 27-31: Artful Wonders Camp — Campers will spend the week with the fun staff at the Children’s Museum of the Brazos Valley creating masterpieces.

August 3-7: Every Day’s a Holiday at CMBV! Camp— Why celebrate just once a year? This week campers will explore how different cultures observe special holidays, as well as revisit some American favorites, including the famous Noon Year’s Eve balloon drop!

August 10-14: “Dab, Floss, Jump, and Jiggle”— It’s the end of the summer and everyone needs a little “wiggle room.” Come spend a fun, active week with local dancers and sports teams. Campers will shake those sillies out just in time for the start of the school year.

CODE NINJAS

Code Ninjas | codeninjas.com | 979.690.8828 | June 15 – August 14 | Type of Camp: Coding, Computers, Engineering, Programming, Game Development, Design, Animation, Creativity, Art

Transform your child’s love for technology into an exciting learning adventure. Guided by our team of Code Senseis, Code Ninjas Camps empower kids to gain valuable tech skills and make new friends. It’s an unforgettably fun learning experience! For more details about each camp, visit codeninjas.com
* Virtual Camp Available

June 15-19

Game Builders’ Club*
Roblox Create*
Minecraft Create*

June 22-26

Roblox Royale*
Storytelling in Scratch*

June 29-July 3

Roblox Create*
Minecraft Modding*
Ozobot: Code for the Gold*

July 6-10

Game Builders’ Club*
Minecraft Modding*
App Builders’ Club*

July 13-17

Game Builders’ Club*
RoboPRO
Program & Play in Python
Minecraft Create*

July 20-24

Beginning JavaScript
Storytelling in Scratch*
Roblox Royale*

July 27-31

Game Builders’ Club*
Minecraft Create*

August 3-7

Code Drones
Minecraft Modding*

August 10-14

Roblox Create*
Minecraft Modding*

DEGALLERY LITTLE ARTISTS & TEEN ART CAMPS

degallery.us/camps/ | 979.704.3090 | Dates: Various June 22 – August 14 | Type of Camp: Art, Education, Painting, Drawing, Design, Day Camp

School holidays are the best time of year for kids – no school, no homework – just fun! Until of course, boredom sets in. Keep your children busy with DEGALLERY’s FUN, art adventure camp, available for all artists ages 5-17! Create multiple art projects, including paintings, drawings, mixed-media, and more. Receive customized, one-on-one art instruction with professionally trained artists. Learn more about the fabulous history of art. For more detailed camp information and rates, visit degallery.us/camps/

June 22

Little Artists Camp (June 22-26)
Portrait Drawing (June 22-25)
Teen Art (June 22-August 14)

June 29-July 3 / July 6-10 / July 13-17 / July 20-24 / July 27-31 / August 3-7 / August 10-14

Little Artists Camp (9 AM-12 PM)
Little Artists Camp (9 AM-2 PM)

July 11-12

Figure Drawing from Live Model

COOL UKES SUMMER CAMP

BRAND NEW FOR 2020! The uke is a really COOL instrument. It has been made popular, again, by folks like Taylor Swift and Zac Efron. After learning just a few chords, many songs can be played on the ukulele, making ukes really enjoyable. The uke is a stepping stone to other string instruments; and really, all instruments, since in class we play chords and train our ear with playing in tune and listening. We are using a curriculum that is very accessible to young children and will set them up for success, which in turn leads to confidence building and the love of music. Uke class will be a fun adventure each week! *Please contact the Director if your child is 5 or older, but did not complete level 4 or 5 in their program*

CSISD SUMMER DAY CAMP

summerdaycamp.csisd.org | 979.764.5430 | Dates: June – August | Type of Camp: Adventure, Education, Sports

The Fun Is BACK! CSISD is happy to announce that Summer Day Camp will be making a comeback on June 29th. Their team is currently working on the camp’s licensure, staffing, and training procedures for the upcoming summer. Stay tuned and visit summerdaycamp.csisd.org for more details coming soon!

DRAWING AND PAINTING CAMP

Purple Turtle Art Studio | purpleturtleartstudio.com | 979.777.6535 | Dates: Various June 29 – August 3| Type of Camp: Art, Education, Painting, Drawing

Each lesson will begin with drawing and finish using a variety of media such as colored pencils, charcoal, pencil, oil pastels, chalk pastels, and paint. Students will learn about different artists and painting styles, how to incorporate the elements of art into each piece of work, and how to properly use the artistic medium. They will complete a variety of pieces including landscape, still life, abstract, and wildlife. At the end of each week there will be a pop-up art show of all the work they created! For more information about camp sessions and pricing, visit purpleturtleartstudio.com

FIRST KIDS CAMP

Check out this amazing kids camp organized by First Baptist Church College Station! This year, campers will be going to Trinity Pines on Lake Livingston where they will enjoy amazing worship and Bible studies, fun themed parties, incredible recreation, and the Amazing Race! The camp will be focused on John 14:6 and teach kids about how Jesus holds onto us, and how we’re called to hold onto Him! For more information or to register today, call the number listed above and ask to speak with someone in the Children’s Ministry.

HOPEWELL DAY CAMP

Hopewell Classical Day School | hopewellday.org | 979.888.0068 | Dates: Weekdays July – August | Type of Camp: Education, Development, Christian, Art, Crafts, Fun, Cooking, Play

Are you looking for a fun, Christ-centered summer day camp for your children? Hopewell Day Camp is a non-profit camp for children and young adults with autism and other development needs and their siblings. HopeWell Day Camp has a few openings for July and August, Monday – Friday from 10 AM – 3 PM. Hopewell will continue with Covid-19 safety precautions and will only accept 5 campers per class this summer. Sign your child up for art, gardening, cooking, and summer learning enrichment classes before classes fill up.

KINGSGATE WORLD TRAVELERS SUMMER CAMP

Kingsgate Christian School | stlukesbcs.org | 979.822.9000 | Dates: Various starting June 1 – August 12 | Type of Camp: Day Camp, Arts and Crafts, Music, Cooking, Games, Adventure, Culture

Check out this amazing day camp for Junior World Travelers hosted at Kingsgate Christian School from June 1 – August 12! Each day, camp starts at 7 AM and kids embark on a journey around the world. A mixture of dancing, crafts, culinary activities, and music will structure each day as kids learn the unique things that each country has to share. The day will end at 6 PM when the world travelers will return to their homes with their parents! Don’t miss this amazing day camp full of adventure, culture, and FUN. For more information, visit stlukesbcs.org

POWERSPORTS SUMMER CAMP

powersportskids.com | 979.776.0018 | Starting June 1 | Type of Camp: Gymnastics, Arts & Crafts, Freeplay, Field Trips

Powersports Day Camp is from 7:30 AM – 6 PM. All campers will need to bring a sack lunch and two snacks for the day. Camp is for ages 3 to 11 and only costs $160 for the week! Activities include: gymnastics free play, arts & crafts, structured games, outside free play, moonwalks, and much more! Preschoolers (Ages 3-5): Potty training IS required. A submitted registration form and shot record must be on file by your first day of camp! (4 & 5 year old’s must also provide a hearing and vision screening).

PRIMARY CAMPS AT AGGIELAND COUNTRY SCHOOL

Campers ages 3 – 6 years old are invited to Aggieland Country School for three different camps packed with learning and fun! Camp Let’s Investigate will take place from June 8 – 12. Campers will investigate the plants, trees, soils, rocks, birds, and insects that they see every day! They will be introduced to scientific tools, principals, and critical thinking skills as they explore nature. Camp Animals of Texas will take place from June 15 – 19. Campers will learn with whom we share our space through examining native wildlife and the signs they leave behind. Camp Backyard Art will take place from June 22 – 26. Children will experience nature in a fun and different way as they learn how art can be created by the materials found in gardens! Fridays are water activity days for each camp and kids will need to bring swimsuits and cover-ups. Each day, campers will need to bring a lunch and snack from home. For more information or to register today, visit aggielandcountryschool.com

ROCK 101 SUMMER CAMP

School of Rock | schoolofrock.com | 979.977.2019 | July 20 – 24 | Type of Camp: Music, Fine Arts, Singing, Beginners

Want to play in a band onstage? Rock 101 camp is designed for beginners 7-12 years of age. No experience necessary! Students will explore their instruments through musical games and activities. School of Rock’s nurturing environment makes this the perfect camp for budding musicians. Students will work on songs Monday through Friday and the camp will culminate in a concert at the end of the week for family and friends.

SPIRIT SKATING SKILLS ACADEMY

spiriticearena.com | 979.693.3900 | Dates: Various starting June 8 – August 14 | Type of Camps: Ice Skating

Spirit Skating Skills Academy encompasses all aspects of skating including on-ice techniques for spin and jumping elements, power and conditioning, flow and artistry, and mental performance skills. The Academy also incorporates off-ice classes for jumping skills, flexibility, power and conditioning, and dance/musicality. The Academy’s goal is to educate the students about the sport of skating with all the various programs, performances, and competitions, so they may train accordingly and healthily enjoy skating as a lifelong sport. For more information, or to sign up today, visit spiriticearena.com

SPIRIT HOCKEY ACADEMY

spiriticearena.com | 979.693.3900 | Dates: Various starting June 1 – June 22 | Type of Camps: Ice Skating, Hockey

Combining off-ice drills and on-ice instruction revolving around; individual offensive/defensive skills, reactive offensive techniques, and game theory, Spirit Hockey Academy gives students all the training they need to enhance their hockey and ice skating skills this summer!

SUMMER ART CAMPS

acbv.org | 979.696.2787 | Dates: Various starting June 15 – August 14 | Type of Camp: Fine Arts, Crafts, Painting, Drawing, Education

The Arts Council is excited to provide another summer filled with opportunities for your child to explore their creative side and develop their artistic skills. From fiber arts to Latin America-inspired art, each art camp offers a wide range of new experiences for the campers while allowing them to dive into different areas of the arts. All classes are taught by accomplished artists and teachers who are passionate about helping young artists explore their talents in a fun environment! This year’s camps will be offered weekly through June, July and August – visit our website to register your child and for more detailed information about the schedule today!

SUMMER NATURE CAMP

Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History | brazosvalleymuseum.org | 979.776.2195 | Type of Camp: Adventure, Education, Nature

Looking for a fun and educational camp experience for your child? The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History will be hosting Summer Nature Camp for children 4-12 from June 1st – August 14th featuring different weekly topics. All camp sessions have hands-on activities, arts and crafts, and topic-related games. Spots fill up quickly, so don’t delay! For more information, call the Museum at 979.776.2195, or follow the Museum on Facebook! Note: Summer Nature Camps 2020 will now be half-day programs and additional safety guidelines have been put in place in light of COVID-19. Please visit their website for more information on weekly camp themes, updated safety guidelines, and additional details.

SUMMERTIME SPANISH CAMP

At this camp, children will be immersed in Spanish as appropriate to their ability throughout the day. Two native Spanish-speaking teachers have designed each day of camp with a variety of typical summer camp activities, outdoor games, sewing, crafting, STEM challenges, and exploring of the great outdoors. In addition to oral Spanish immersion, children will also have academic instruction in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish. There are two weeks of Spanish Camp that will be offered this summer. Campers are welcome to come to either or both weeks of camp. Fridays are water activity days for both camp sessions. Campers will need to bring their own lunches and snacks from home each day. For more information or to register today, visit aggielandcountryschool.com

SUPERFLY COMIC CREATIONS

Purple Turtle Art Studio | purpleturtleartstudio.com | 979.777.6535 | Various Dates: June 8 – August 3 | Type of Camp: Art, Crafts, Writing, Drawing, Design, Filming

In this project-oriented course students will be guided through the various stages of creating a four-page comic, including: script writing, character design, thumb nailing, penciling, inking, page structure, panel composition, and storytelling. There will be a focus on creating believable environments in your artwork, through detailed instruction on perspective and props as well as an introduction to basic perspective and comic book anatomy. Campers will also utilize these same techniques in creating a superhero “self-portrait”, developing 2D stop-motion animation “puppets”, designing backgrounds, and the filming of a short stop-motion animated film using the student’s own uniquely original characters. For more information about session dates and camp information, visit purpleturtleartstudio.com

THUNDER ELITE SUMMER DAY CAMP

thunderelitecollegestation.com | 979.774.2914 | Dates: Various starting June 1 | 7:30 AM – 6 PM | Type of Camp: Adventure, Education, Sports

Thunder Elite’s Summer Day Camp is a licensed day camp for ages 5 – 13 years. Campers will go to Grand Station twice a week, enjoy ice skating at Spirit Ice Arena, and soak up the sun at Tiffany Park. All activities are included, and all campers need to bring is a lunch and two snacks. Weekly and daily rates available.

WHIMSICAL WRITING AND ILLUSTRATED BOOKMAKING

Purple Turtle Art Studio | purpleturtleartstudio.com | 979.777.6535 | Various Dates: July 6 – 27 | Type of Camp: Art, Writing, Reading, Crafts

Bringing together the whimsical world of literature and illustration, this camp is the perfect creative outlet for any aspiring writer or artist! In the morning writing workshop, students will go through the writing process to craft poems or short stories. Campers will have creative license coupled with guidance from a local English teacher to create original written works of art. They will create illustrations for their written works in the afternoon with a professional artist/art educator. All of their creations will be compiled into a keepsake hand-bound book. The week will end with a field trip to the Carnegie Library for a lesson on preservation and for an opportunity to make his/her own book box. All of the books will be on display on the last day for friends and family to enjoy. For more information about session dates and camp details, visit purpleturtleartstudio.com

WORLD BUILDING WORKSHOP

Purple Turtle Art Studio | purpleturtleartstudio.com | 979.777.6535 | Various Dates: June 22 – July 13 | Type of Camp: Art, Drawing, Research, Fantasy

The goal of the “World Building Workshop” is to introduce students to the process of creating fantastical worlds, and how to establish a harmonious relationship between the character and their surroundings. From biomes, to wildlife, humanoid culture and more, students will explore the means of art creation through character. For more information about session dates and camp details, visit purpleturtleartstudio.com

COOK N GROW

cookngrow.com | 979.402.0516 | Dates: Various starting June 8 – August 7 | Type of Camp: Nutrition, Cooking, Kitchen Safety

Our Cooking Camps are a high quality enrichment program, where kids stay engaged with our interactive cooking. Here, kids don’t watch TV or see our Chef Instructors cook; they peel, chop, whisk, mix, and have fun using our child-safe cooking equipment, but most importantly, they learn while having fun! Visit our website for more detailed information or updates.

June 8-12

In a Kitchen Far, Far Away…
The World is Batter with Cake
Baking for the Gram
International Cuisine 101: Latin America

June 15-19

Around the World in 5 Days
The Breakfast Club
Camp Nail It!

June 22-26

Cupcake Wars
Holiday Baking
International Cuisine 101: Europe

July 6-10

Kids Chopped
Chocolate Lovers Only
Snack Attack

July 13-17

Camp Nail It!
Around the World in 5 Days
Baking for the Gram

July 20-24

Holiday Baking
International Cuisine 101: Asia
Cupcake Wars

June 27-31

Chocolate Lovers Only
Scavenger Hunt
Kids Chopped

August 3-7

Foodography
In a Kitchen Far, Far Away…
The World is Batter with Cake

DON’T SEE YOUR CAMP LISTED?

Email us at magazine@bryanbroadcasting.com or call 979.695.9595 to submit your information and we’ll add it to our digital directory!

NOT ABLE TO ATTEND CAMP? Check out these digital resources for learning & fun!

BCS PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM

Explore bcslibrary.org for further programs, resources, and information. Online Workshops for Parents (visit bcslibrary.org/childrens/ for full list):

Homework Without the Headache
Your Child’s Reading Level
Dealing With Opposition
Learning Disabilities
Family Fun Activities

Summer Reading Program (digitally delivered)

Early literacy (ages 5 and under)
Children (ages 6-12)
Teen (ages 13-18)
Adult (ages 18+)

Teens Publish: 8-Week Program for Teen Writers & Illustrators (delivered via Zoom) | bcslibrary.org/teens-publish

TEENS Publish is a free 8-week summer creative writing (and/or illustrating) program for aspiring writers and illustrators who are currently in 7th-12th grade.

eBooks | bcsdmc.overdrive.com

Audiobooks | audiobookssync.com

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