Online: www.facebook.com/groups/pinebeltsummercamps Additions/Correction: Email Jennifer@EmergeEvents.com HATTIESBURG/PETAL/OAK GROVE/PURVIS/SUMRALL 4-H Project Camp Greene County Exension Office, 601-394-2702, Angie Rogers Byrd July 18-20, Paul B Johnson Group Camp, $115 Ages: 8-13 59 Baseball & Softball Summer Skills Camp https://59baseball.leagueapps.com/camps June 4-6, 9am-1pm, Optimist Park in Oak Grove Boys and Girls, ages: 8-14 After School Academics & Arts Program (ASAAP) www.asaap.us A fun-filled learning environment where participants engage in a variety of rewarding group activities such as, but not limited to: academics, arts, leadership, swimming, and field-trips. Throughout summer, 2 locations. Ages: Grades K-6 Basecamp https://www.basecampmission.com Basecamp is a mission camp designed to wake up the local church to the needs of its own community and to inspire students and leaders to meet the needs through the local church on a more regular basis. July 5-9 Ages: Grades 7-12
Bristles www.bristlesstudio.com Summer art camps for various ages throughout the summer. There is no previous experience required. Ages: Pre-K 9 th Grade Camp Create www.facebook.com/campcreatehburg/ Camp Create is a weeklong day camp designed to allow children to immerse themselves into a creative environment including visual arts, music, theater, and creative movement. Activities include games, art projects, and free play! On the last day of camp, the children will host their own Camp Create Showcase for family and friends to attend. July 23-27, 9am-1pm Ages: Grades 1-6 Hattiesburg Country Club http://hattiesburgcountryclub.com/ Ages: 6-12 Hattiesburg Parks & Recreation Summer Camps http://cityofhpr.siplay.com June 4-July 13, Kindergarten Only, Grace Christian Elementary June 4-29, July 9-20, Grades 1-5, Lillie Burney Elementary June 4-29, July 9-20, Grades: 5-8, Earl Travillion Attendance Center Hattiesburg Zoo www.zoohattiesburg.com Behind-the-scenes tours, science education classes, animal encounters, games, crafts, experiments, and more. Half and full day camps throughout the summer. Ages: 5-12, and an overnight camp for ages 13-14 Iron Kids Fitness Camp Trainlikeapro2013@yahoo.com, 601-620-7363 Train like a pro with 10-year NFL veteran, Jeff Posey, advancing skills related to core strength, cardio endurance, speed and agility. $75 Temple Baptist Church June 18-28 and July 9-19 Boys and Girls, Ages: 8+ Jiu Jitsu Summer Camp https://www.facebook.com/events/236581246898751/ Self-defense summer camp at Sumrall Jiu-Jitsu. $125 includes tuition, snacks, and t-shirt. June 18-22, 1-4pm, Ages: 5-10
June 25-29, 1-4pm, Ages: 11-16 Jump in Gymnastics www.jumpin-gym.com Themed camps throughout summer. Each week includes a field trip. Half and full day camps. Ages: 4-11 Kids College at PRCC (Forrest County Center Campus) www.prcc.edu/kidscollege Variety of camps offered for various ages throughout the summer. Lake Thoreau Environmental Center https://www.usm.edu/lake-thoreau-environmental-center Merit Health Wellness Center Summer Kids Camps (601) 268-5010, or stop by front desk at Wellness Center for info (210 W. Hospital Dr.) 8-11am, multiple weeks offered. $30/day, includes camp t-shirt and snacks. Kids will have the opportunity to enjoy activities such as: beginner yoga, basketball, volleyball, swimming, zumba, healthy eating lessons, step aerobics, ping pong, and many more exciting activities! Ages: 5-12 Midsummer Musical Theatre Experience, USM www.usm.edu.midsummer-musical-theatre-experience Designed to develop acting, singing, and dancing skills. No experience needed. Campers will perform Giants in the Sky. July 9-20, 9am-4pm Ages 8-15 Mississippi Elks Camp https://www.mselks.com/elks-camp June 17-23 Mississippi Extension Service Forrest County Master Chef https://www.facebook.com/events/183078792517798/ 601-545-6083, t.holliman@msstate.edu June 19-20, 10am-2pm Youth will learn about nutrition, food safety, cooking terminology, cooking techniques, and etiquette. $30 Ages: 10-13 My First Strings Camp www.wmcarey.edu/page/my-first-string-camp
Small and large classes, enrichment activities, Suzuki method approach, violin, viola, cello, and bass. Music theory is fun and much more! All levels, no experience necessary. Ages: Grades 1-6 Oak Grove High School Mini Volleyball Camp Sherry.wallace@lamarcountyschools.org June 13-14, 8am 12pm, $50 Ages: Girls entering 2 nd grade up to entering 8 th grade Oseola McCarty Youth Development Center https://www.oseolamccartyydc.org, 601-336-7940 June 4-29 and July 9-20, 7:30am 1pm Ages: K-Grade 12 Petal Youth Soccer Camp John.dicks@petalschools.com June 11-14, 9am 12pm, $70 Ages: 5-12 Pine Belt 4-H Camp www.facebook.com/4hprojectcamp/ July 24-26 Planet Gymnastics https://www.facebook.com/planetgymnasticshattiesburg/ Purposeful Adventure Camp 601-818-2460 Horseback riding sessions, swimming, art, campfires, homecooked meals, daily devotions to build character and encouragement. May 29-June 1 Whitehorse Retreat Center, Sandyhook, MS Overnight and commuter options. Southern Miss Camps https://www.usm.edu/conference-services/summer-camps-and-conferences Summer Maker Camps https://www.eaglemakerhub.org/ 1 and 2-day camps available From 3D printing to robotics to coding, a variety of camps offered. Ages: Grades 4-10
Summertime Storytellers https://www.facebook.com/summertimestorytellers/ June 4-8 Ages: 11-18 In partnership between PhD creative writing students at USM and the Hattiesburg Arts Council, the Summertime Storytellers offers a one-week course for middle-school and highschool aged students to write and have fun during the first week of June! The Country Schoolhouse https://www.thecountryschoolhouseedcenter.com/ The Kitchen Table www.kitchentablenow.com/culinary-program Kids cooking classes and camps. The Racquet Club of Hattiesburg, Tennis & Swim Camp www.theracquetclubofhattiesburg.com Throughout summer, can choose 1 week, 2 weeks or all summer Half and full day options available, member and non-member pricing Ages 5-12 University of Southern Mississippi Sports Camp www.southernmiss.com/camps Baseball, basketball, football, golf, soccer, softball, volleyball William Carey, Head full of SHTEAM, Creativity Exploration: Summer Edition Dr. Christina Liverett, 601-318-6609, cliverett@wmcarey.edu Explore creative potential and participate in activities designed to integrate creative, artistic talents with the SHTEAM components of science, humanities, technology, engineering, arts and math. July 25-27, 9am-4pm Ages: Grades 2-8 William Carey Sports Camps http://www.careyathletics.com/camps/summer_camps YMCA www.ymcasems.org Hattiesburg and Petal locations. Full day camps, weekly rates and drop-in rates available. Ages: 5-12
LAUREL/ELLISVILLE Central Creativity www.centralcreativity.com/camps/ Central Creativity s summer camps challenge and inspire students while supporting a broad range of creative and artistic pursuits. Each summer camp is a one-week and will provide opportunities for students to invent, build, design, collaborate, and become excited about learning. Offerings for multiple age groups make our camps perfect for summer. Ages: 4-14 Kids College at JCJC www.jcjc.edu/camps/kids June 4-8 Half day camp, classes include: Heebie Jeebie and Creepy Crawlies, Food Science, Zoology, Art, Physical Education, Science Ages: Grades 1-6 Laurel Ballet Academy hello@lba.dance or (601) 651-0474 June 25-28, 5:30-6:30pm, Ages 4-9 July 16-19, 10-11:15am, Ages 3-6 July 16-19, 10-11:15am, Ages 7-10 PGA Junior Gulf Camp http://pgajuniorgolfcamps.com/camp-locations/laurel-country-club-laurel-mississippi/ Junior golfers will create wonderful memories at Laurel Country Club, an 18-hole course complete with extensive practice areas. Ages: 6-16 STEM Discoveries https://stemdiscoveries.co/stem-camps/ complete with extensive practice areas. Ages: 7-14 Discover real world applications of science, technology, engineering, and math with our fun, interactive science and tech camps! POPLARVILLE Kids College at PRCC www.prcc.edu/kidscollege Variety of camps offered for various ages throughout the summer.
GULF COAST/PERKINSTON/WIGGINS Gulf Island Water Park, Adventure Camp www.gulfislandswaterpark.com Junior Lifeguard camp with valuable life skills including water safety, fitness, and SOAK N FUN. Campers will practice lifeguard skills and water rescues through team building and aquatic games. Ages: 7-12 Institute for Marine and Mammal Studies https://imms.org/summer_camp.php Ocean adventures summer camps for various ages. Ages: 5-17 Justin Evans Youth Football Camp https://www.eventbrite.com/e/justin-evans-football-camp-2018-registration-46253864554 Perkinston, MS Saturday, June 16, FREE! Registration: 8am, Camp: 9am-12pm Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety, Justin Evans is inviting you to a free football camp on June 16, 2018. Lunch and beverages will be provided for the campers only. Attire: Athletic Shorts and T-Shirts; Cleats Optional. Ages: 8-14 Lynn Meadows Discovery Center http://www.lmdc.org/summer-camps/ Camps are for children ages 4-10. Our 3 week theatre camp ranges from grade 1-8. Sign up for morning or afternoon sessions or register for one of each and build a full day s schedule, which includes FREE lunch bunch supervision. Pascagoula River Audubon Center http://pascagoulariver.audubon.org/programs/summer-camp The Pascagoula River Audubon Center offers fun, nature-based summer camp programming for a variety of age groups. Ages: K High School Graduates Sea Camp http://gcrl.usm.edu/mec/sea.camp.php Participants explore coastal salt marshes with educators aboard the university research vessel, the Miss Peetsy B.Activities include live animal encounters with coastal wildlife and opportunities to fish, crab, seine and sieve. Students will participate in field trips appropriate for their ages, such as exploring beach habitats or a day at Ship Island. Ages: Grades 1-6
Shaggy s Angler Camp http://gcrl.usm.edu/mec/angler.camp.php Fishing, fishing, fishing and even more fishing at the week long summer camp. Young anglers fish everyday with our expert saltwater fishing educational team. Spend a week with our marine educators and learn a lifetime of saltwater fishing techniques. During the week, anglers will learn how to throw a net to catch bait, how to tag and release fish, and how to target speckled trout, redfish and flounder. Ages: Grades 7-12 Shark Fest http://gcrl.usm.edu/mec/shark.fest.php Spend a week learning all about one of the ocean s apex predators. Shark Fest participants may encounter Atlantic sharp nose, bonnethead, blacktip, spinner, hammerhead and bull sharks. Board vessels to long line for sharks and participate in shark research with our USM scientists by catching, tagging and releasing sharks. Ages: Grades 7-12 Stennis Space Center, Astro Camp www.nasa.gov/centers/stennis Series of week-long summer camps at Infinity Science Center. The overarching goal is to give opportunities for learners to engage in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education activities that capitalize on NASA s unique assets and content to inspire future astronauts and engineers to learn about space. Ages: Grades 2-10 JACKSON/VICKSBURG Tara Wildlife http://www.tarawildlife.com/outdoor-summer-camps-in-vicksburg-ms/ Campers will experience the outdoors with hands-on, fun, learning activities. Our Youth Camps are designed to provide today s youth with both an understanding of and an appreciation of our cherished natural resources and the wise management of those resources. June 3-9 June 24-30 June 8-14 Ages: 9-16 Twin Lakes Summer Camp www.twinlakescamp.org Day and overnight camps. Ages: 5-15
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Check out the following places for other opportunities: VBS at local churches Camps at local churches Camps at local schools CONTACT Email Jennifer@EmergeEvents.com information about additional camps or corrections to any listed.