A variety of camps featuring nature, science, arts, sports and more
By Nicole Graper
Madison School & Community Recreation
Art Cart — brings free art activities to many Northside stops, visit www.mscr.org for a complete schedule.
Basketball Skills Clinic — covers skills, rules, team play, sportsmanship and scrimmage games for boys and girls in grades 1‒5, Saturdays, July 8-Aug. 19, at Warner Park Community Recreation Center (WPCRC).
Fitness — The FIT2GO Van visits Northland Manor Park, 902 Northland Road, Tuesdays, June 20‒Aug. 22, 1‒3 pm. FIT2GO makes many more stops, visit www.mscr.org for more information. Youth and adult fitness classes are also available at several locations, including WPCRC. Childcare during classes is also available at WPCRC.
Kids Kamp — is for children entering grades 1‒5. Camp features arts, games, dramatic play, water activities and nature. Weekly sessions run June 19‒Aug. 18, Monday‒Friday, 9 am‒4 pm, at WPCRC. An extended day option is available for additional cost. Register early, this program fills fast.
Fascination Station — Try something new or deepen the knowledge of something your child loves. Engage in a variety of topics like Butterflies & Booms, Cheer & Dance, Forest Frolics, Towers, Ramps & Machines and more. Choose morning and/or afternoon themes and Lunch Bunch for those who need full-day options. Camp is held at Marquette Elementary School for children entering grades 1‒5. Weekly sessions run June 19‒Aug. 11.
Madtown Adventures — is perfect for children entering grades 4‒6 who want more time exploring the outdoors while hiking, biking and swimming. Visit Madison’s natural areas, cook over a camp fire and appreciate the outdoors. Camp begins each day at Lake Farm Park. Weekly sessions run June 19‒Aug. 11. Transportation from Randall Elementary School to camp is available.
MAD City Sports Camp — is for youth entering grades 6‒9. Practice sports fundamentals in an active but recreational setting. Get tips on health, fitness, sportsmanship, injury prevention, cross training and more. Each week features different sports themes. Sessions take place at O’Keeffe Middle School.
CR8TV U — is for youth entering grades 6–9. Release your inner artist. From drawing to sculpture to fiber arts, CR8TV U has it all. Sessions take place at O’Keeffe Middle School.
Middle School on the Move — Youth in grades 6‒9 get together to learn about the Madison community through social activities, unified sports, conservation, community service and fun. Sessions takes place at O’Keeffe Middle School.
Soccer Day Camps — are held at a variety of locations. These are one-week sessions, June 19‒Aug. 25, for children ages 3‒grade 8.
Tennis — lessons for youth and adults take place at East High School and several other locations.
MSCR offers many recreation programs for all ages at affordable prices. Please go to www.mscr.org or call 204-3000 for more information.