at a Glance Dates Camp Name Age Location Days/Times Page # May 29-June 1 School s Out for Summer Camp 5-13 Depends on Last Day of School 25 Preschool Nature Camp 3-6 Anita Purves Nature Center M-F 8am-12pm 23 Nature Day Camp/Nature Extended Camp 6-12 Anita Purves Nature Center M-F 7:30am-3pm/3-5:30pm 23 June 4-Aug 3 Preschool Arts Camp/Preschool Arts Extended Camp 3-4 M-F 7:30am-3pm/3-5:30pm 26 Summer Arts Camp/Summer Arts Extended Camp 5-12 M-F 7:30am-3pm/3-5:30pm 26 Sports Camp/Sports Extended Camp 6-12 Brookens Gym M-F 7:30am-3pm/3-5:30pm 27 July 9-13 Teen Explorers Camp 11-14 Lake House in Crystal Lake Park M-F 8:30am-3pm 24 July 16-20 Teen Explorers Camp 11-14 Lake House in Crystal Lake Park M-F 8:30am-3pm 24 July 23-27 Teen Explorers Camp 11-14 Lake House in Crystal Lake Park M-F 8:30am-3pm 24 Wild Child Survival Camp 6-12 Anita Purves Nature Center M-F 7:30am-5:30pm 24 Preschool Construction Camp 3-4 M-F 7:30am-5:30pm 27 Construction Camp 5-13 M-F 7:30am-5:30pm 27 Aug 6-10 Sports Camp/Extended Sports Camp 6-12 Brookens Gym M-F 7:30am-3pm/3-5:30pm 27 Animal Adventure Camp 6-8 Anita Purves Nature Center M-F 8am-11:30am 24 Animal Adventure Camp 9-12 Anita Purves Nature Center M-F 1:30-5:30pm 24 Aug 13-17 Preschool Science Camp 3-4 M-F 7:30am-5:30pm 27 Science Camp 5-13 M-F 7:30am-5:30pm 27 Sports Camp/Sports Extended Camp 6-12 Brookens Gym M-F 7:30am-3pm/3-5:30pm 27 Don t Wait... REGISTER NOW! Early registration is advised due to the popularity of camps and the limited number of spaces available. Super Early Bird pricing is available through May 4, 2018, after which time prices go up. Visit www.urbanaparks.org/register to find a summer camp registration form. Camp registration is required one week prior to the start of each session. Camper information and discipline forms are due prior to the start of each session. Late registration is at the discretion of the camp coordinator. Who should I call with questions about specific camp programs? Camp Coordinator Camp Phone Number Athletics Coordinator Sports Camps 217-255-8601, ext. 305 Environmental Public Program Coordinator Environmental Education Coordinator Community Program Coordinator Office Service Specialist II Nature Camps Wild Child Survival Camp Animal Adventure Camp JC & CIT Programs Teen Explorers Camp Arts Camps Science Camps Construction Camps School s Out for Summer Camp Scholarships, CCRS, & Camp Payments 217-384-4062, ext. 359 217-384-4062, ext. 360 217-367-1544, ext. 276 217-367-1544, ext. 271
GENERAL CAMP INFORMATION If you have any registration questions, call the Phillips Recreation Center at 217-367-1544, ext. 1. Toilet training required. Exceptions include: Preschool Arts Camp, limited by disability. Participants (except those in Preschool Nature Camp) will be the correct age for camp enrollment by September 1, 2018. Camps may be canceled at any time if weather conditions become severe or threaten the safety of the campers and staff. No refunds are issued when camps are canceled due to weather. There is no camp on Wednesday, July 4 in celebration of Independence Day. Full payment is due at registration. An extended payment option is available to anyone who registers in person. Your child can be enrolled in a camp when all the following conditions are met:»» Registration and full payment is made by cash, check or credit card, or an extended payment form is turned in to the Phillips Recreation Center.»» Space remains in the camp session(s) requested. As camps fill, we create first come, first serve waiting lists. Please ask the registrar for details. I HAVE MORE THAN ONE CHILD IN CAMP, IS THERE A DISCOUNT? Families with more than one child attending any Urbana Park District camp during the same session receive a discount of $14 per session for each additional child. Multiple child discounts are available when registering over the phone or in person, not online. IS THERE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE? Requests for financial assistance must be received no later than two weeks before a program s deadline. See pages 5 & 6 for details. Space is not guaranteed, and a spot is not reserved until we receive payment or the $25 deposit. The regular camp payment schedule still applies. I RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM CCRS (CHILD CARE RESOURCE SERVICE). WHAT DO I NEED TO DO ABOUT CAMP REGISTRATION? Our staff can help you navigate CCRS payment for camps and get your child/ren registered. A $10 deposit per child, per week is required to save a spot when using CCRS payment plans. These deposits will be refunded at the end of the summer provided your child attends 80% (4 out of 5 days) of camp for each week enrolled. Extended camps are not covered by CCRS. Once your request is approved, CCRS will send you and our Office Service Specialist II a letter showing the number of days per week they will pay towards Urbana Park District day camps and any monthly co-pay that you will be responsible for paying. This letter or full camp payment is due by the Thursday before a camp begins in order for your child to be able to attend. Any monthly CCRS co-pay will need to be paid the Thursday prior to the first week of camp each month. If you have any questions, contact the Office Service Specialist II at 367-1544 Ext. 271 or by coming into the located at 505 W. Stoughton in Urbana. CAN I PAY FOR CAMP IN INSTALLMENTS? The Extended Payment Option is available when you register in person (online and phone registration is not available.) If you choose to pay in installments, a $25 per camper, per week, nonrefundable registration deposit is required. This deposit will be applied to the full payment of the camp fee. The remainder of the fee must be paid by pre-authorized credit card payment or pre-authorized automated withdrawal from a checking account. In addition to the registration form, you will complete an extended payment form authorizing the Urbana Park District to make scheduled withdrawals from your checking account or credit card. The payment plan is a set schedule established by the Urbana Park District. Your credit card or checking account will be debited two weeks before the first day of the camp session. If an automatic payment is declined for any reason, a $25 service fee will be assessed. The camp fee and the service fee must be paid by Wednesday of the same week to avoid your child being dropped from a camp program for nonpayment. Camp Weeks/Dates Automatic Payment Deadline Drop Date if Payment Not Received School s Out: May 29-Jun 1 Mon, May 14 Thu, May 17 Week 1: Jun 4-8 Mon, May 21 Thu, May 24 Week 2: Jun 11-15 Mon, May 28 Thu, May 31 Week 3: Jun 18-22 Mon, Jun 4 Thu, Jun 7 Week 4: Jun 25-29 Mon, Jun 11 Thu, Jun 14 Week 5: Jul 2-6 Mon, Jun 18 Thu, Jun 21 Week 6: Jul 9-13 Mon, Jun 25 Thu, Jun 28 Week 7: Jul 16-20 Mon, Jul 2 Thu, Jul 5 Week 8: Jul 23-27 Mon, Jul 9 Thu, Jul 12 Week 9: Jul 30-Aug 3 Mon, Jul 16 Thu, Jul 19 Week 10: Aug 6-10 Mon, Jul 23 Thu, Jul 26 Week 11: Aug 13-17 Mon, Jul 30 Thu, Aug 2 CAN I REQUEST A REFUND? There is a $25 nonrefundable deposit for every camp session. Refunds for the camp price, minus the $25 deposit, will be issued if requested at least two weeks prior to the camp start date. No refunds are issued when camps are canceled due to weather. HOW DO I TRANSFER MY CHILD FROM ONE CAMP TO ANOTHER? To transfer your child to another camp, space permitting, make the request at least two weeks prior to the start of the camp session. Any difference in fee is due at time of transfer. Call 217-367-1544 to start the transfer process. MY CHILD NEEDS SPECIAL SERVICES. HOW DO I REQUEST THEM? Champaign Urbana Special Recreation (CUSR) offers inclusion services for Urbana Park District programs. Upon an initial assessment, services that are deemed appropriate based on each individual will be provided. If needed, a one-on-one aide will work with your child. When registering, please fill in the ADA information section as needed on the registration form. If you register online you must contact the to arrange special services. visit www.urbanaparks.org to register online
Nature Camp Themes and Information Nature Camp has traditional summer camp activities that increase a child s appreciation for nature, community and the environment. Children are divided into separate camp groups by age and spend their days exploring the outdoors during weekly themed sessions. Leaders guide hands-on discovery, games, crafts, field trips and more. Each camper receives a Nature Day Camp T-shirt. Please dress your child for mess and bring a refillable water bottle daily. *Camp does not meet on July 4. Session Date Theme Description 1 Jun 4-8 Senses Explore Increase your nature awareness as you explore the environment using all your senses. 2 Jun 11-15 Going Green Learn diverse ways to take care of our shared environment and ourselves. 3 Jun 18-22 Earth & Sky From weather to astronomy, we will take a look at the bigger picture of planet Earth. 4 Jun 25-29 Water Week Explore water in all its forms and functions, and prepare to get wet! 5 Jul 2-6* Time Warp Journey from prehistoric Illinois to your vision of the future. 6 Jul 9-13 Flying Frenzy Hummingbirds, dragonflies, bats and more! Investigate animals that fly and how they do it. 7 Jul 16-20 Plants & Pollinators Investigate plants and the special relationships that pollinators have with them. 8 Jul 23-27 Around the World Celebrate the variety of habitats, communities and cultures across the globe! 9 Jul 30-Aug 3 Back by Popular Demand Revisit past favorites from campers and camp leaders. Preschool Nature Camp Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm Anita Purves Nature Center Ages 3-6, must be toilet trained Nature Day Camp Anita Purves Nature Center & Crystal Lake Park This morning camp, for children who have not yet attended kindergarten, nurtures curiosity and provides a positive introduction to day camp and nature. Children are divided into two age groups to meet their unique developmental needs. Camper drop off is from 8-8:30am starting with free play. Scheduled activities begin at 8:30am. A snack is provided. Campers must bring a water bottle daily. 1-4 & 6-9 $61R/$93NR 5 $50R/$75NR Session Date Code 1 Jun 4-8 6161 2 Jun 11-15 6162 3 Jun 18-22 6163 4 Jun 25-29 6164 5 Jul 2-6* 6165 6 Jul 9-13 6166 7 Jul 16-20 6167 8 Jul 23-27 6168 9 Jul 30-Aug 3 6169 Campers will explore nature and the environment as they play and learn outdoors. Children are divided into smaller groups, each with a different camp leader. Drop off is from 7:30-8:30am with kids choice activities. Scheduled group activities begin at 8:30am. Campers must bring a morning snack, lunch, and water bottle daily. 1-4 & 6-9 $120R/$182NR 5 $97R/$146NR Session Date Code 1 Jun 4-8 6171 2 Jun 11-15 6172 3 Jun 18-22 6173 4 Jun 25-29 6174 5 Jul 2-6* 6175 6 Jul 9-13 6176 7 Jul 16-20 6177 8 Jul 23-27 6178 9 Jul 30-Aug 3 6179 Extended Nature Day Camp Anita Purves Nature Center & Crystal Lake Park Age 6 and Up Nature Day Campers and Teen Explorers can end the day with various supervised recreational activities. Play games, make crafts, go swimming and more. An afternoon snack is provided. 5 $49R/$74NR Session Date Code 1 Jun 4-8 6181 2 Jun 11-15 6182 3 Jun 18-22 6183 4 Jun 25-29 6184 5 Jul 2-6* 6185 6 Jul 9-13 6186 7 Jul 16-20 6187 8 Jul 23-27 6188 9 Jul 30-Aug 3 6189
Teen Explorers Camp Monday-Friday, 8am-3pm July 9-13 July 16-20 July 23-27 Lake House in Crystal Lake Park Ages 11-14 Campers will explore different ecosystems and learn about wildlife, nature, and the environment and they will be outside everyday using that information in team challenges. Activities will be exciting and interactive, while physically and mentally challenging. This camp is held outdoors. Please bring a sack lunch, snack, and water bottle each day. Drop off is from 8-8:30am with teens choice activities. Scheduled group activities begin at 8:30am. Locations will be announced in the May-Aug Program Guide. July 9-13 $150R/$225NR 6144 July 16-20 $150R/$225NR 6145 Animal Adventure Camp Monday-Friday, Aug 6-10 Ages 6-8, 8-11:30am Ages 9-12, 1:30-5pm Anita Purves Nature Center & Champaign County Humane Society Calling all young animal lovers! The Champaign County Humane Society invites you to experience a week filled with petrelated games, lessons and crafts. Enjoy daily interactions with animal ambassadors and learn about their care in a fun and safe manner. Meet visitors from the community who work to help animals every day. The week will end with an experience at the Champaign County Humane Society! Snacks and beverages will be provided. Campers ages 6-8 meet in the morning, ages 9-12 meet in the afternoon. This camp s content is the same from year to year. Cost through May 4 Ages 6-8 Code Ages 9-12 Code $104R/$156NR 6192 6193 July 23-27 $150R/$225NR 6146 NEW! Wild Child Survival Camp Monday-Friday, August 6-10, 7:30am-5:30pm Anita Purves Nature Center In this adventure-based outdoor camp, your child will learn skills that promote independence and critical thinking such as building campfires and debris shelters, orienteering, identifying plants and animals, and more. Campers will also take field trips, swim, and enjoy some general recreation activities throughout the day. Children will be divided into two age groups but will also spend time all together. Dress your child in closed-toed shoes, long pants, and clothing that can get dirty. Morning and afternoon snacks will be provided. Bring a lunch and a refillable water bottle daily. $182R/$273NR 6190 visit www.urbanaparks.org to register online
Counselor In Training (CIT) Program Monday-Friday, June 4-August 3*, 8:30am-3pm *(pending the last day of school) Application Deadline: March 9 Pre-Camp Training is mandatory - Dates TBA Anita Purves Nature Center Ages 13-15 - completion of 7th grade required Fee: $350 - upon acceptance into the program Experience camp from the leader s point of view and bring your own energy and talents to the Urbana Park District s summer camps. Participate in and lead daily camp activities while assisting counselors and children in Nature Day Camp. You will volunteer 15-20 hours per week, attend weekly CIT meetings and participate in ongoing training throughout the summer. Join the elite group of teens who gain experience and leadership skills that prepare them for future summer and part-time jobs. As a CIT, you make camp even more fun for the kids. Interested? Complete a CIT application, available at any park district office or online at www.urbanaparks.org. Candidates are selected through an application and interview process. Space is limited. Fee includes camp T-shirt, all training, supervision and field trips for the entire day camp season. Payment is due on acceptance into the program. For more information, call the Anita Purves Nature Center at 217-384-4062. School s Out for the Summer Camp Tuesday-Friday, May 29-June 1 Ages 5-13 Travel around town and see what Urbana-Champaign has to offer while hanging out with old and new friends! Each day will feature different games and activities. You ll ride the MTD to our field trip locations. All movies rated G or PG. Be sure to bring your swimsuit, sunscreen, and towel each day we may get very messy and wet! Snack and lunch will be provided. Any days when Urbana School District classes are in session, camp will be canceled. Date Theme Tu, May 29 Building $38R/$57NR May 4 5659 W, May 30 Science $38R/$57NR May 4 5660 Th, May 31 Art $38R/$57NR May 4 5658 F, Jun 1 Community $38R/$57NR May 4 5657 Job Opportunity! Junior Counselor (JC) Program Monday-Friday, June 4-August 3* *pending the last day of school Application Deadline: March 2 Mandatory pre-camp training dates will be finalized once last day of school is determined Ages 16-17 - 15 with related experience Being a JC trains you for future camp leader positions and much more. You get the benefits of a paid position, staff training and a fun camp experience that includes field trips. Throughout the summer, your level of responsibility increases along with your skills and confidence in your own abilities. Junior Counselors work alongside camp leaders, assist campers and Counselorsin-Training and bring energy and enthusiasm to camp each day. You ll participate in the planning and leadership of daily camp activities and attend weekly staff meetings. As a JC, you ll have a paid 20-25 hour work week and receive a staff T-shirt. Interested? Visit www.urbanaparks.org to submit an Urbana Park District job application by March 2, 2018. Candidates are selected through an application and interview process. Space is limited. Call 217-384-4062 to learn more.
Summer Arts Camp Ages 5-12 Each camper will learn new art terms and techniques and gain valuable friendships. Drop off begins at 7:30am with official activities beginning between 8:30 and 9am. Be sure to dress for mess. Campers will ride MTD buses for field trips, have open play time at the playground, and swim up to twice a week. Snack and lunch are provided. Each child receives an Arts Camp T-shirt. There will be an online art show each session. Camp does not meet on July 4. Need a longer day? Add extended camp. These afternoons include general recreation activities, swimming and more. Structured and unstructured activities will be offered, including games, sports, movies, quiet play, playground time and a daily snack. We swim up to twice a week. Extended Camp ends at 5:30pm. Participants must be enrolled in the corresponding session of Summer Arts Camp. 1-4 & 6-9 $120R/$180NR 5 $96R/$146NR Session Dates Theme Code 1 Jun 4-8 Painting & Drawing 5663 2 Jun 11-15 Art Meets Science 5664 3 Jun 18-22 Duct Tape, Glass, Plastic 5665 4 Jun 25-29 Photography, Film, Media 5666 5 Jul 2-6 Culinary Arts 5667 6 Jul 9-13 Comics & Illustration 5668 7 Jul 16-20 Music & Dance 5669 8 Jul 23-27 Public Art (Sculpture, Murals) 5670 9 Jul 30-Aug 3 Costuming & Textiles 5671 Summer Arts Extended Camp Ages 5-12 5 $49R/$74NR 1 Jun 4-8 5674 2 Jun 11-15 5675 3 Jun 18-22 5676 4 Jun 25-29 5677 5 Jul 2-6 5678 6 Jul 9-13 5679 7 Jul 16-20 5680 8 Jul 23-27 5681 9 Jul 30-Aug 3 5682 Preschool Arts Camp Ages 3-4 Young artists will develop their visual and performing arts skills in this exciting new camp created just for 3- and 4-year-old campers. Each session will include hands-on art exploration as well as play-based learning and recreation in a small group setting. Each session will have a virtual art show posted online. This camp is for children who no longer require a napping period during the day. Potty training is not required. Each camper will learn new art terms and techniques and gain valuable friendships. Drop off begins at 7:30am with official activities beginning between 8:30 and 9am. Be sure to dress for mess. Campers will ride MTD buses for field trips, have open play time at the Phillips Recreation Center playground, and supervised swimming up to twice a week. Swim time will include water safety instruction. Snack and lunch are provided. Each child receives a Preschool Arts Camp T-shirt. Camp does not meet on July 4. Need a longer day? Add extended camp. These afternoons include general recreation activities, swimming and more. Structured and unstructured activities will be offered, including games, sports, movies, quiet play, playground time and a daily snack. We swim up to twice a week. Extended Camp ends at 5:30pm. Participants must be enrolled in the corresponding session of Preschool Arts Camp. 1-4 & 6-9 $120R/$180NR 5 $96R/$146NR Session Dates Theme Code 1 Jun 4-8 Painting & Drawing 5634 2 Jun 11-15 Art Meets Science 5635 3 Jun 18-22 Duct Tape, Glass, Plastic 5636 4 Jun 25-29 Photography, Film, Media 5637 5 Jul 2-6 Culinary Arts 5638 6 Jul 9-13 Comics & Illustration 5639 7 Jul 16-20 Music & Dance 5640 8 Jul 23-27 Public Art (Sculpture, Murals) 5641 9 Jul 30-Aug 3 Costuming & Textiles 5642 Preschool Arts Extended Camp Ages 3-4 5 $49R/$74NR 1 Jun 4-8 5645 2 Jun 11-15 5646 3 Jun 18-22 5647 4 Jun 25-29 5648 5 Jul 2-6 5649 6 Jul 9-13 5650 7 Jul 16-20 5651 8 Jul 23-27 5652 9 Jul 30-Aug 3 5653 visit www.urbanaparks.org to register online
Construction Camp Monday-Friday, August 6-10, 7:30am-5:30pm Ages: Preschool 3-4 Grade School 5-13 In this camp we will build, build, build! Make structures and usable items with a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnatiles, PVC pipes, bricks, wood, and more. You will be able to take some creations home and have fun (safely) deconstructing the others. We will also take field trips and spend time doing general recreational activities during construction breaks. Snack and lunch will be provided. Please wear closedtoe shoes and comfortable clothes that can get dirty. Age Dates Preschool 3-4 Aug 6-10 $182R/$273NR 5643 Grade School 5-13 Aug 6-10 $182R/$273NR 5632 Science Camp Monday-Friday, August 13-17, 7:30am-5:30pm Ages: Preschool 3-4 Grade School 5-13 Scientists in the making can engage their curious minds in this hands-on camp. Campers will explore chemistry, engineering, and more through fun projects, games, and activities. Campers will also take field trips, swim, and do general recreation activities throughout the day. Snack and lunch will be provided. Age Dates Preschool 3-4 Aug 13-17 $182R/$273NR 5655 Grade School 5-13 Aug 13-17 $182R/$273NR 5661 Extended Camp Drop-In Age 3-12 The Extended Camp Drop-In option is perfect for parents of children in all our full-day camps who are occasionally unable to pick up children by 3pm, but not often enough to enroll campers in a full session of Extended Camp. Space permitting, you may register your child for a single day or multiple days of Extended Camp. Please speak with your child s camp supervisor as soon as you know the days for which you need to enroll as this is a first-come, first-served program. Date Any day of a session in which your camper is enrolled Cost $15R/NR Sports Camp Brookens Gym Drop off and pick up daily at Brookens Gym, 1776 E. Washington Kids will enjoy a variety of fun activities involving sports and games, while making new friends in an active environment. Campers are instructed on a variety of sports activities, participate in competitions, and go on trips. Camp includes two afternoons a week of free swim at the Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center or Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center. Campers ride MTD buses for field trips. Bring a lunch that does not need refrigeration, a morning snack, and a swimsuit and towel on swim days. Campers should wear tennis shoes daily. Camp does not meet on July 4. 1-4 & 6-9 $120R/$180NR 5 $96R/$146NR 1 Jun 4-8 6292 2 Jun 11-15 6293 3 Jun 18-22 6294 4 Jun 25-29 6295 5 Jul 2-6 6296 6 Jul 9-13 6267 7 Jul 16-20 6298 8 Jul 23-27 6299 9 Jul 30-Aug 3 6300 10 Aug 6-10 6290 11 Aug 13-17 6291 Sports Extended Camp Urbana Indoor Aquatics Center and Brookens Gym Children registered for Sports Camp can add extended camp and stay for more camp fun until 5:30pm. Participants must be enrolled in the corresponding session of Sports Camp. Camp does not meet on July 4. 5 $49/$74NR 1 Jun 4-8 6303 2 Jun 11-15 6306 3 Jun 18-22 6307 4 Jun 25-29 6308 5 Jul 2-6 6309 6 Jul 9-13 6310 7 Jul 16-20 6311 8 Jul 23-27 6312 9 Jul 30-Aug 3 6313 10 Aug 6-10 6304 11 Aug 13-17 6305