Week 3 Pirates and Mermaids!
Description
Ahoy mateys and fin-tastic friends! Get ready to dive into adventure at our Pirates and Mermaids Week! Whether you’re a salty pirate or a mystical mer-friend, you’re bound to make a real splash this week!
Dates:
7/20/2025 1:00 PM - 7/25/2025 4:00 PM
Ages:
Ages 8 - 16
Cost:
$525.00
Availability:
This session has openings for males
Registration will end on 7/5/2025.
Activities
4H Theatre
Join our camp staff in fun improv games guaranteed to make you laugh and get you out of your comfort zone. Your group will also create skits that will be performed later that week.
4-H Woodworking *NEW for 2025*
Unleash your inner builder in this hands-on woodworking class! Campers will work together on an exciting project throughout the week, learning essential woodworking skills like measuring, cutting, and assembling. By the end of the session, each camper will have their very own handcrafted creation to proudly take home and cherish!
$20.00
American Sign Language *NEW for 2025*
Dive into the world of communication without words! In this interactive ASL class, kids will learn basic signs through fun games, activities, and storytelling. Perfect for beginners, this hands-on experience will teach children how to express themselves and connect with others in a new and meaningful way.
Archery Basics
No previous archery experience necessary! This beginner archery class will teach campers the parts of a recurve bow and arrow, archery safety, and campers will practice to develop their archery skills.
Arts and Crafts
Be creative in this traditional camp class! Make friendship bracelets, try your hand at beading, try leather crafting, and more! Every camper will have the opportunity to take several projects home.
Canoeing and Kayaking
Al aboard! Campers in this class will learn the difference between types of canoe strokes and by the end of the week they will be able to glide effortlessly through the water!
Fishing
Campers will learn how to prepare for and go fishing. From the basics of baiting a hook and casting a rod, to learning different kinds of fish and their habitats, this class offers a fun fishing experience for all ages! Camp will provide all equipment - no need to bring your own.
Geocaching
Each day of this class is like a scavenger hunt around camp. Campers will learn to use GPS units and look for treasures on our nature trails.
Junior-Counselor-In-Training
Campers in this program will spend time developing the skills necessary to become a counselor. Campers will shadow counselors, help lead activities, and develop their critical thinking and communication skills.
Leader-In-Training
*This class is a pre-requisite for Junior CIT* In this leadership class campers will start learning what it takes to become a counselor. Through fun, hands-on activities campers will develop necessary life skills such as communication, cooperation, teamwork and problem solving skills.
Low Ropes/Adventure Basics
Camper focus on team-building and communication skills through the use of low ropes elements. Campers also learn spotting and safety techniques as they move through our low ropes course. New elements will be included this camp season.
Nature and Hiking
Campers in this class will learn the Leave No Trace principles through fun, hands-on activities and explore the nature trails at camp.
Nature Art
Get creative with Nature! Do nature themed crafts like leaf and flower pressing, leaf paintings, make pine cone bird feeders and more! Campers will get to take home multiple projects.
Paddle Boarding
Campers will learn the different parts of a paddle board and learn how to paddle in the sitting, kneeling and standing positions! By the end of the week campers will be able to paddle like a pro!
Pirates & Mermaids Adventure *NEW AND ONLY AVAILABLE WEEK 3*
Set sail on a thrilling journey where pirates and mermaids come to life! In this imaginative class, campers will create their own pirate or mermaid personas, craft treasure maps, build mini ships, and uncover hidden treasures. Through exciting games, crafts, and storytelling, they’ll dive deep into the magical world of the sea. Perfect for young adventurers and dreamers!
Sports and Recreation
Come out and play! Campers will participate in sports such as lacrosse, kickball, soccer and volleyball! Campers will learn rules, sportsmanship and strategies for these sports. And just maybe we will have our new basketball court in place to try out!
Swimming and Water Games (weeks 1,3,5)
Come out and play in the water! Campers will play games such as Marco Polo, sharks and minnows, water volleyball and frisbee. Campers will have fun in Millsite Lake!
Wilderness Survival
If you want to have fun and learn skills as you explore the outdoors, then this class is for you! Campers will learn how to build a fire, work together to build shelters, learn how to tie knots, and more!
Wildlife Exploration
Through hands-on activities, campers in this class will learn about common plants and animals found at camp. Campers will also participate in fun games that teach them about habitats, adaptations, carrying capacity, and how animals interact with each other.
Yoga and Mindfulness
Get your Zen on! Campers in this class will learn different yoga poses, play yoga games, participate in partner poses, practice breathing exercises, learn strategies for stress management, and make glitter jars.
Discounts
Available discounts are listed below. Not all discounts can be combined. You will be given the highest discount based on your selections.
4-H Membership
Choose this if you are in a 4-H program.
$25.00
Early Bird Discount
This is a discount for families registering and paying the deposit by April 14th.
$25.00
Military
For campers who have a parent that is in any branch of the Military. Including Active Duty, Retired, National Guard and Reserves.
$25.00
Staff
If you are a Jefferson County CCE staff member check this box.
20%
Multi-Week Discount
Register your camper for more than one session and receive a 10% discount per session.
10%