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ABUNDANT LIFE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
630 Farrs Bridge Rd.
Greenville, SC 29611
246-3111
E-mail: alcdaycare@charter.net
Dates: beginning May 23
Ages: K4 – fifth grade
Cost: $85 per student each week; registration is $40.
Children will experience fun activities, daily Bible time and weekly swimming sessions.
Interesting trips will be planned. The cost covers lunch and field trips.

BETHLEHEM BAPTIST SUMMER DAY CAMP
4 Harrison Bridge Road
P.O. Box 761
Simpsonville, SC 29681
Tony Griffin, 688-0405
Web: www.BethlehemBaptistChurch.com
E-mail: tgriffin@bethlehembaptistchurch.com
Dates: June 7 – Aug. 13, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Ages: 4 – 13, 14 – 17 for the teen intern program
Costs: Call for fees.
The camp offers action packed days in a fun learning environment. Activities include field trips, Bible study, career exploration, crafts and community service projects.

CAMP COUGAR
Greenville County Recreation District
400 Roper Mountain Road
Greenville, SC 29615
Nancy Callahan, 288-6470
Web: www.gcrd.org
Dates: June 13 - Aug. 5, one-week sessions, from
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Registration begins March 3 for in district residents
and March 4 for the public.
Ages: Grades 1 – 6
Cost: $67
Camp Cougar is a summer day camp for boys and girls held at Southside Park located between Simpsonville and Mauldin. This program features weekly themes with field trips, swimming, crafts, nature education, sports, games and more. Early arrival and late stay are available.

CAMP KALEIDOSCOPE
Greenville County Recreation District
400 Roper Mountain Road
Greenville, SC 29615
Nancy Callahan, 288-6470
Web: www.gcrd.org
Dates: June 13 - Aug. 5, four two-week sessions,
from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Registration begins March 3
for in district residents and March 4 for the public.
Ages: 6 – 11
Cost: $95
This summer day camp provides weekly themes, sports, games, arts and crafts, swimming, field trips, nature activities and more. Programs are offered at the Pavilion, East Riverside Park, Northside Park, Westside Park, Skyland Elementary School and Piedmont Community Building.

CAMP KID VENTURE
Simpsonville Parks and Recreation Department
310 W. Curtis St.
Simpsonville, SC
Sandee Fix, 967-9533
Dates: June 6 – Aug. 11, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Mondays – Thursdays.
Ages: 5 – 12
Cost: Call for fees.
This program includes swimming, skating, movies and field trips including Carowinds. Campers bring lunches and snacks.

CCES CAVALIER DAY CAMP
Christ Church Episcopal School
245 Cavalier Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
Christy Siler, 299-1522, ext. 1269
Web: www.cces.org
E-mail: silerch@cces.org
Dates: June 6 – July 29, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: Rising K4 – rising sixth grades
Cost: $199 a week
There are eight separate one-week sessions that are theme centered and include learning activities, art, technology, cooking, outdoor games and field trips. A separate Mini Cavs Camp offers ageappropriate activities for K4 – first graders. Day camp can be combined with Summer Encounters Enrichment programs as a Design Your Day program. Early stay and extended day programs are available. Lunch is available at an additional cost.
Discounts apply for early enrollment and multiple children or weeks.

EASTLAN CHILD ENRICHMENT MINISTRY
625 S. Pleasantburg Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
Dianna Yow, 288-5420
Dates: beginning in June
Ages: 6-weeks-old through third grade
Costs: Call for fees.
The program provides activities and academics from a Christian, Bible-based perspective to help each child to reach his potential spiritually, mentally, socially and physically. Special interest camp programs offered include music, arts and crafts, science and sports.

GATEWAY ACADEMY
8596 Pelham Road
Greenville, SC 29615
627-0062
Dates: June, July and Aug.
Ages: 2 – 12
Cost: Call for fees.
Summer camp is organized by a different theme each week. Students participate in theme activities, special events and field trips. After-schoolers participate in a special reading project. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack is included.

HAYNSWORTH SCHOOL
228 East Park Avenue
Greenville, SC 29601
235-3010
Web: www.haynsworthprivate.com
E-mail: haynsworthschool@charter.net
Dates: All summer, 7:30 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Ages: 3 - 12
Costs: Call for fees
The program offers theme based weekly activities including arts and crafts, swimming, movies, horseback riding, skating and field trips. A snack is provided and campers bring their own lunch.

MAULDIN RECREATION CENTER
203 Corn Road,
Mauldin, SC 29662
John Barwick, 288-3354
E-mail: mauldinrec@charter.net
Dates: Beginning in early June, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.,
Mondays – Thursdays, call for schedule
Ages: 6 – 12
Costs: Call for fees
Camp days include movies, swimming, arts and crafts, bowling, skating and more. Weekly field trips are planned. Campers bring a bag lunch.

MONTESSORI ADVENTURE CAMP
Montessori School of Greenville
305 Pelham Road
Greenville, SC 29615
Lois Gaston, 232-3447
E-mail: montgvl@cs.com
Web: www.MontessoriGreenville.com
Dates: June 13 – Aug. 22, morning sessions
Ages: 3 – 6
Costs: Call for information.
Adventurer Camp offers “Oceans of Fun.” Campers will make jellyfish, build sandcastles, back sand dollar cookies and dissect a fish. Montessori camp provides a fun educational experience in a nurturing environment.

PALMETTO PREP’S SUMMER ADVENTURES
Palmetto International Preparatory School
1950 Woodruff Road
Greenville, SC 29607
675-1002
Web: www.palmettoprep.com
E-mail: cweathers@palmettoprep.com
Dates: Weekly sessions from June 6 – Aug. 19,
6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. daily
Ages: Kindergarten – fifth grade
Cost: $50 registration fee, $225 per week
The program offers daily field trips to local attractions and special interest instruction including cooking, karate, sports, dance, the arts, nature week, career week, safety week and animal camp.

SHALOM KIDS SUMMER DAY CAMP
712 Richbourg Road
Greenville, SC 29615
Vicky Owensby, Director, 414-4861
E-mail: vowensby@charter.net
Dates: One-week sessions, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. all summer
Ages: 6 months through12-years-old
Cost: Call for fees
This day camp provides fun, structured, educational activities including arts and crafts, cooking, field trips, music and dance, holiday parties, computers, games, gardening, wildlife care, sports, water fun and Friday pizza. This camp program offers Jewish
values and fellowship with an experienced staff. Extended care is available.

THE SUNSHINE HOUSE
6900 White Horse Road, Greenville 294-0332
2700 E. North St., Greenville 268-1735
2685 Dry Pocket Road, Greer 288-5842
3215 Neely Ferry Road, Mauldin 288-3267
6805 St. Park Road, Travelers Rest 834-8414
Web: www.sshouse.com
Dates: All summer, one-week sessions or drop-in are available
Ages: 6 – 12
Cost: Weekly tuition costs vary by location; field trips and activity costs are extra.
The summer camp theme for 2005 is “From Sea to Shining Sea.” Summer program includes meals, snacks, field trips, arts and crafts, sports, reading, computer games and a special field day. Enrichment programs include dance, computer and Spanish instruction. State licensed and approved.

TAYLORS FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
200 W. Main St.
Taylors, SC 29687
678-8830
Web: www.taylorsfbc.org
E-mail: annew@taylorsfabc.org
Dates: all summer Tuesdays and Thursdays, June
14 – July 7, 9a.m. – 2 p.m., registration deadline is
April 8
Ages: Infants – K5, programs also offered for first – fifth grades.
Cost: Call for information Day camp offers a fun, hands-on biblically based program.
Campers bring their lunch, snack Camp Directory CONTINUED provided.

WANDERERS TEEN CAMP
Greenville County Recreation District
400 Roper Mountain Road
Greenville, SC 29615
Nancy Callahan, 288-6470
Web: www.gcrd.org
Dates: June 13 – Aug. 6, eight one-week sessions,
from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Registration begins March 3 for in district residents and March 4 for the public.
Ages: 12 – 14
Cost: $72
This summer day camp is held at the Pavilion Recreation Complex, 400 Scottswood Road and Piney Mountain Park near Cherrydale. Activities include field trips, sports, team games, competitions, service projects, swimming and more. Early arrival and late stay are available.

WEST END PRESCHOOL
At Pendleton Street Baptist Church
1100 South Main St.
Greenville, SC 29601
232-7312, ext. 125
Dates: June 13 – Aug. 19; Monday, Wednesday and
Friday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., registration begins in March
Ages: 6 months – 6-years-old
Cost: $25 per day or $66 per week
The day camp program offers an academic and Bible curriculum that is developmentally appropriate for the age groups. Field trips are arranged for the 3- to 4-year-olds. Early arrival and late stay are available.

YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMPS
Contact your local YMCA
Cleveland Street Family YMCA 242-4651
Eastside Family YMCA 292-2790
Golden Strip Family YMCA 963-3605
Fork Shoals YMCA Community Center 243-2606
North Greenville Family YMCA 834-2400
Dates: June 6 – Aug. 20, 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Ages: The Great Adventure for rising first- through fifth-graders
Teen Specialty Camps for rising sixth- through eighth-graders
Costs: Call for information
The YMCA summer day camps are traditional outdoor-based camps that offer exploring, field trips, art and crafts, games, swimming, archery, bouldering and more. Camp for teens offers classes such as skateboarding, paintball, quilting and sewing, scrapbooking, horseback riding and more. Adventure camp also includes community service opportunities and outings to museums, canoeing, movies, parks and more.

YWCA SUMMER CAMP
700 Augusta St.
Greenville, SC 29651
467-3700
Dates: June 6 – Aug. 12, 7 a.m.– 6 p.m.
Ages: 6 – 8
Cost: Call for fees.
World Explorer camp offers field trips, fitness, activities, crafts and more through a project oriented approach promoting the use of creative thinking. Snacks are included but campers bring their lunches. This is a DSS licensed facility.

GREENVILLE COUNTY
Specialty Camps

ALL AMERICAN LACROSSE CAMP
Camp location: Christ Church Episcopal School
245 Cavalier Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
299-1522, ext. 1269
Dates: June 6 – 9; 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: Grades preschool – 12
Cost: Call for information.
Lacrosse camp will offer individual instruction by present collegiate coaches and players at Division II
and Division III levels. Instruction will focus on proper stick skills, passing, shooting, defense, individual moves, team play and basic lacrosse knowledge.

BASEBALL CAMP
Simpsonville Parks and Recreation Department
310 W. Curtis St.
Simpsonville, SC 29681
967-9533
Dates: Call for schedule
Cost: Call for fees.
Boys can learn the basics of baseball skills.

BASEBALL DAY CAMP AT FURMAN UNIVERSITY
3300 Poinsett Hwy.
Greenville, SC 29613
Coach Ron Smith, 294-2146
Dates: June 6–10 and 20–24, July 18–22 and 25–29
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (mini-camp is 8:30 a.m. –
11:45 a.m.)
Ages: Boys, mini-camp for ages 6 – 8 and full day
for ages 9 – 15
Cost: Full-day is $220, Mini-camp is $125
In mini-camp sessions, campers learn the basic fundamentals of baseball through individual instruction in hitting, fielding, throwing and running the bases. During full day camp, campers focus on fundamentals by position and skill level. Instruction is provided on team concepts, cut-offs and relays.

CAMP ARK
Greer Cultural Arts Council
226 Oakland Ave.
Greer, SC 29650
Andrea Payment 848-5383
Web: www.greersc.com
Dates: June 13 – 17, June 27 – July 1 and July 25 – 29
Ages: Camps for ages 3 – 4, 5 – 7 and 8 – 12
Cost: Call for fees.
This camp offers drama, music, dance and art incorporated into a fun learning environment. Instruction and activities focus on literary themes including Session I – Seuss on the Loose, Get on Board the Magic Schoolbus Express and A Blume-ing Good Time; Session II – Henkes Town Heroes, The Days and Nights of Junie B. Jones, or The Bailey School Kids Gang; and Session III – Crawling with Carle, Follow the Marvin Redpost Road and Abracadabra! Magic Tree House appear.

CAMP CREEKSIDE
501 Howell Road
Greenville, SC 29615
Amy Brooke, 244-8899
Dates: June 15 – July 15
Ages: 6 – 12
Cost: Call for fees.
Camp Creekside combines active fun with learning for dyslexic children. Morning sessions include tutorials in Spanish, art and oral language. Afternoon activities include recreation and swimming. Field trips are planned for Fridays. Extra curricular activities stress oral and written language development using the Orton-Gillingham approach to learning.

CAMP INDEPENDENCE
located at Camp Buckhorn
Paris Mountain State Park
2401 State Park Road
Greenville, SC 29609
609-5054, Ext. 3299
Dates: July 11 – 14, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 6 – 18
Cost: $85, camperships are available.
Camp Independence offers recreational activities and education to children with diabetes, their siblings and friends. Doctors, nurses, certified diabetes educators and dieticians staff the camp on a volunteer basis. Children can learn about diabetes, its care and management. Camp activities include nature walks, field games, arts and crafts and more.

CAMP INVENTION
Christ Church Episcopal School
245 Cavalier Drive, Greenville, SC 29607
Bethel Elementary
111 Bethel School Road, Mauldin, SC
Mountain View Elementary
6350 Mountain View Road, Taylors, SC 29687
Ellen Woodside Elementary
9130 Augusta Road, Pelzer, SC 29669
1-800-968-4332
Web: www.campinvention.org
E-mail: campinventionsc@hotmail.com
Dates: Call for times, June 13 – 16 at Bethel, June
20 – 24 at CCES, July 11 – 14 at Mountain View
and Ellen Woodside
Ages: Grades 2 – 6
Cost: $199
Camp Invention is a hands-on science and creativity camp. Children from any school may register. Led by certified teachers, five daily activities integrate science, math, history and the arts with fun. Children become automobile designers, detectives, outer space pioneers, design amusement park rides and become sound engineers. Camps are also held in Anderson, Oconee and Laurens.

CAROLINA ACADEMY FOR EDUCATIONAL
EXCELLENCE
576 D Woodruff Road
Greenville, SC 29607
234-7984
Web: www.carolinaacademy.net
E-mail: ellen@carolinaacademy.net
Dates: Call for a schedule
Ages: Kindergarten – grade 12
Cost: Call for fees
Summer enrichment workshops for children include Study Skills and Motivation, Art Enrichment, Hands On Science, Handwriting Club, Web Design, Foreign Languages, Young Entrepreneurs, Scrapbooking and more. Students can build and maintain skills with workshops such as Writing Basics and Beyond, Real World Math Experiences, All About Money, Writing and Digital Photography, and Bookmaking and Illustrating.

THE CAROLINA BALLET
872 Woodruff Road
Greenville, SC
297-1635
Web: www.carolinaballet.org
Dates: Mini Showstoppers 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and
12:30 – 4:30 p.m. July 26 – 30; Dance Camps 9
a.m. – 1 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. July 19 – 30
or Aug. 2 – 13
Ages: Mini Showstoppers for ages 4 – 5 and 6 – 7
Cost: $250 – $375 per student for one camp,
registration is $25.
Mini Showstoppers morning camps are offered for students who have had Kinderdance and afternoon sessions for those in beginning, first or second year of ballet instruction. Dance Camp offer morning sessions for pre-pointe students or afternoon sessions for advanced students.

CCES CAVALIER SPORTS CAMP
Christ Church Episcopal School
245 Cavalier Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
Christy Siler, 299-1522, Ext. 1269
Web: www.cces.org
E-mail: silerch@cces.org
Dates: June and July
Ages: ages vary by camp
Cost: Prices vary by camp, call for information
CCES will offer basketball for preschoolers – grade 5 and grade 6 – 9, baseball for grades 5 – 9, football for grades 5 – 9 and soccer camps for preschoolers – grade 8. Experienced CCES coaches conduct the Cavalier Sports Camps. Participants receive instruction, repetition of the fundamentals and game experience. Campers will receive a Tshirt. Early arrival and late stay options are available.

CCES SUMMER ENCOUNTERS
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Christ Church Episcopal School
245 Cavalier Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
Christy Siler, 299-1522, Ext. 1269
Web: www.cces.org
E-mail: silerch@cces.org
Dates: June 7 – July 30
Ages: Rising grades K4 – 12
Cost: Prices vary by camp, call for information Academic and review courses are available for elementary, middle and high school students. Courses offered include readiness programs, reading rate and comprehension, SAT Preparation, Spanish and French Review, Algebra I and II Review, Pre-calculus Review, English and Math Review.

CCES SUMMER ENCOUNTERS
ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
Christ Church Episcopal School
245 Cavalier Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
Christy Siler, 299-1522, Ext. 1269
Web: www.cces.org
E-mail: silerch@cces.org
Dates: June 7 – July 30
Ages: Ages 6 – adult
Cost: Prices vary by camp, call for information
New and innovative learning opportunities through hands-on activities are offered. There are opportunities for children and adults to explore and develop athletic and artistic skills, new talents and interests. Lunch, early arrival and extended day options are available.

CHEERLEADING CAMP
Simpsonville Parks and Recreation Department
310 W. Curtis St.
Simpsonville, SC 29681
967-9533
Dates: Call for schedule
Ages: Girls, 4 – 12
Cost: Call for fees.
Learn cheers, stunts and routines with the Hillcrest cheerleading squad.

CHESS CAMPS
USA Chess, Inc.
Camp location: Christ Church Episcopal School
245 Cavalier Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
1-888-65C-HESS
Web: www.chesscamp.com
Dates: July 25 – 29; morning, afternoon and all-day sessions
Ages: Grades preschool – adult
Cost: Call for information.
Chess camp teaches tactical and strategic thinking skills. Beginners through advanced are welcome. Tuition includes a camp T-shirt, chess set, trophy, certificate of achievement, camp photo, chess notation book and work folder.

CLEVELAND PARK STABLES HORSEBACK CAMP
130 Woodland Way
Greenville, SC 29601
Mary Lou Greenwall, 233-2283
Dates: A different one-week camp offered 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Monday – Friday each week in June, July
and August
Ages: 7 and up
Cost: Call for schedule and fee information
This camp offers saddle seat riding. Campers can enjoy riding, horse care and other horse activities within a learning environment. Each camp is a different one-week session. Campers are placed by riding level. Private riding lessons are available year around.

COLOR CLAY CAFE
2518A East North St.
Greenville, SC 29615
244-3445
E-mail: colorclaycafe@mindspring.com
Dates: Four-day camps each week, beginning June 7.
Ages: 4 – 12 (grouped by age levels)
Cost: $70 – $80 includes materials and studio fees.
Choose from three different theme camps: Animal Kingdom, Knights and Princesses, or Bugs and Blooms. Each camp includes clay sculpture and painting with ceramic glazes and acrylics. Class size is limited to 15. Also, one-day sessions on Saturdays for adults and children featuring clay sculpture and mosaics.

DANCER’S CORNER
982 Batesville Road
Greer, 29651
627-0053
Dates: beginning in June
Ages: 2 – 6, 6 and up
Cost: Call for fees.
The Mothers Morning Out program for ages 2 – 6, featuring Princess Week, includes a dance class, games, story time, snacks and crafts. Campers can choose from 1 – 5 days weekly. Hip-Hop Workshop is for girls and boys ages 7 and up to learn the coolest new dance moves. Pom Pom workshop will also be offered. Summer dance training classes are available.

DANCE THEATRE ON MAIN
107 S. Main St.
Fountain Inn, SC
862-0490
Dance Theatre II
680 Fairview Road
Simpsonville, SC
963-7543
Web: www.dancetheatreonmain.com
Dates: All summer
Ages: 3 – 18
Cost: Call for fees
Dance Theatre II for ages 3 and up will offer tumbling, ballet, jazz and tap May 30 – June 30 or July 11 – Aug. 14. The Rising Stars camp for ages 3 – 5 will be June 25 – 29. A Pageant Workshop camp is July 22 – 24. Intensive camp will offer four sessions for advanced dancers. Clogging camp for ages 5 and up is July 29 – 31. Pop Star Diva Workshop will make children the star of their music video Aug. 1 – 3.

DIANNE’S SCHOOL OF DANCE AND MUSIC
7601 White Horse Road
Greenville, SC 29611
246-0923
Web: www.diannesschoolofdance.com
Dates: Camps in June and Aug.
Ages: 3 and up
Cost: Call for information
Summer dance camps offer a variety of instructional styles for beginner to advanced students.
Camps include Disney Camp June 14 – 16, 21 – 23 and 28 – 30 for ages 3 – 6; Motivate Camp June 28 – 30 for ages 5 and up; Fascinating Rhythm Clogging Camp Aug. 9 – 11 for ages 5 and up; Work It Jazz and Ballet camp in August for ages 5 and up; Cheer Camp June 14 – 16 for all ages; and a Hip-Hop camp.

DIGIPEN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY INC.
Camp location: Christ Church Episcopal School
245 Cavalier Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
299-1522, ext. 1269
Web: www.workshops.digipen.edu
Dates: June and July, two-week workshops, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: Rising grades 5 and up
Cost: Call for information.
Campers can learn Video Game Programming Level One or 3D Graphics and Animation Level One. Younger campers can participate in Video Game Programming Junior.

DOUG ALLISON’S SOCCER ACADEMY
3300 Poinsett Hwy.
Greenville, SC 29613
Coach Doug Allison, 294-2011 or 294-6207
Web: www.soccercamp.com
Dates: July 25 – 29
Ages: Half day for ages 5 – 7, full day for ages 8 – 14
Cost: Call for fees.
Young players advance their soccer skills at Doug Allison’s Soccer Academy. Both young and advanced soccer players can advance their skills with instruction from seasoned players and coaches.

EACH ONE TEACH ONE BASKETBALL CAMP
Simpsonville Parks and Recreation Department
310 W. Curtis St.
Simpsonville, SC 29681
967-9533
Dates: June 20 – 24
Ages: 5 – 14
Cost: Call for fees.
Campers learn basketball basics and strategy.

EAGLE ZONE JUNIOR GOLF CAMP
Eagle Zone Golf Improvement Center
8000 Pelham Road
Greenville, SC 29615
288-0001 or 297-9566
Dates: Beginning in June; four-day sessions
Full day: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. or half day: 9 a.m. – noon
Ages: 8 – 15
Cost: Call for information.
Students receive instruction in all areas including full swing, chipping, pitching, bunker play and
putting. Full day students can play at Carolina Springs each afternoon, receiving on course instruction in course management, rules of the game and etiquette. Transportation is provided to Carolina Springs, where pick-up is required at 5 p.m. Golf clubs will be provided if necessary.

EDEN FARMS HORSEBACK RIDING CAMP
4700 Dacusville Highway
Marietta, SC 29661
898-0043
Web: www.edenfarms.net
E-mail: edenfarms@nuvox.net
Dates: One-week sessions; Monday, Wednesday
and Friday, May 30 – Aug. 5
Ages: 5 and up, All riders welcome; beginner, intermediate, advanced and special needs.
Cost: $150
Eden Farms offers Christian-based horsemanship instruction. Campers learn basic horse care, tacking, grooming and riding skills by enjoying games, scavenger hunts and crafts. A one-hour riding lesson is included each day. There are sessions for all ability levels including special needs. An end of-session demonstration show is open to families.

EXPLORE THE ARTS
Elementary Program at Blythe Elementary
Nancy Boyd, 232-1953
Middle School Program at the Fine Arts Center
Donna Shank, 201-2450
Web: www.fineartscenter.net
E-mail: nboyd or dshank@greenville.k12.sc.us
Dates: June 13 – 23, Monday – Thursday, twoweek session
Ages: Elementary for grades first – fifth or Middle School for grades sixth – eighth
Cost: $200
A wide variety of disciplines are offered. The Elementary program includes storytelling, drama, dance, painting, drawing and printmaking, sculpture, and beginner strings. The Middle School program includes creative writing, drama, dance, drawing and painting, clay, sculpture, film and video, creative art and design, photography, drums, guitar and strings. Scholarships are available.

FOOTBALL CAMP
Simpsonville Parks and Recreation Department
310 W. Curtis St.
Simpsonville, SC 29681
967-9533
Dates: Call for schedule
Cost: Call for fees.
Start early on preparing for fall football season. Learn defensive and offensive tactics.

FURMAN MOUNTAIN BIKE YOUTH CAMP
at Furman University
3300 Poinsett Hwy.
Greenville, SC 29613
Furman University Public Safety Officers David
Enter or Greg Poole
294-2111
E-mail: david.enter@furman.edu
greg.poole@furman.edu
Dates: June 13 – 15 or July 11 – 13, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: Experienced riders, ages 9 – 12
Cost: $95 ($30 deposit required with registration)
The Basic Mountain Biking Camp features three days of instruction in mountain biking, trail riding skills and road safety skills for youth. The camp involves rigorous bike riding and is not for beginner riders. Riders are grouped based on their abilities. Space is limited.

FURMAN UNIVERSITY MUSIC CAMPS
3300 Poinsett Hwy.
Greenville, SC 29613
Marcella Frese, 294-2118
Web: Click on “Music Department” at
www.furman.edu
E-mail: furmanmusic@furman.edu
Dates: Band and Orchestra Camp June 12 – 18
Summer Keyboard Institute June 19 – 24
Ages: 12 and up
Cost: Call for information
At Band and Orchestra Camp, students participate in large and small ensembles, take master classes and have the opportunity to take private lessons. Two years of study on an instrument is required. The Summer Keyboard Institute instructs students in piano, organ, harpsichord, ensemble piano and music technology. Minimum concert piano performance level of intermediate is required.

THE GLAZING POT
1 Augusta St., West End Market, lower level # 126
298-0047
Dates: June 13 – Aug. 12, 2- or 3-day sessions
Ages: 5 – 8 at 10 a.m. – noon, 8 – 12 at 1 – 3 p.m.
Cost: $80 each camp, $45 for Mommy and Me camp Pottery and art camps include Just Bead It for ages 8 – 12, In the Garden for ages 6 – 12, Totally Mosaic for ages 6 – 12 and Simple Hand Building for ages 6 – 12. A Mommy and Me camp for ages 2 – 4 with a parent is offered. All camps include a daily snack, several finished projects and a T-shirt.

THE GREENVILLE BALLET
105 Woodruff Industrial Lane
Greenville, SC 29607- 4101
234-5677
Web: www.greenvilleballet.com
Dates: June 20 – 24, Aug. 8 – 12, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Ages: 6 – 12, completed first grade
Cost: $250 per week
The Dance Camp curriculum will include classes on Stretch and Strengthen, ballet, pointe, a taste of Jazz and Hip-Hop, and performance make-up and hairstyles. Daily rehearsals lead to an in-studio performance on Friday evening at 6 p.m.

GREENVILLE COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART
420 College St.
Greenville, SC 29601
Ann Barr, 271-7570, Ext. 12
E-mail: abarr@greenvillemuseum.org
Dates: One-week sessions, June 21 – July 22
Cost: $100
Explore with your Eyes, then Experiment with your Hands in a camp for grades 3 – 5 or 6 – 8 June 21 – 24. Design your own Museum in Miniature for grades K – 2 or 3 – 5 June 28 – July 1. Children in grades 3 – 5 can make Rhythm in Art, creating their own musical instruments July 12 – 15. The Fantasy and Function of Face Jugs will appeal to grades 6 – 8 July 12 – 15. Children in grades K – 2 and 3 – 5 can discover an Array of African Inspired Arts July 19 – 22. All materials, a snack and a museum Tshirt are included.

GREENVILLE GYMNASTICS
1311-C Miller Road
Greenville, SC 29607
Greg Force, 297-5589
Web: www.greenvillegymnastics.com
E-mail: gforce@greenvillegymnastics.com
Dates: Sessions offered June – Aug.
Ages: walking and up
Cost: Call for fees and schedule
Greenville Gymnastics offers a Mom’s Morning Out program for ages 3 and up from 9 a.m. – noon. Children explore and experience gymnastics, participate in age-appropriate movement games and enjoy planned activities. Gymnastics camp sessions and clinics are available for beginner to advanced students.

GREENVILLE JAZZERCISE FITNESS CENTER
219 Riverside Court
Greer, SC 29650
877-2245
Dates: June 6 – 10 or July 11 – 15; 9 a.m. – noon
Ages: Rising first – fourth graders
Cost: $100 per student
Jazzercise exercise camp offers the opportunity to learn Junior Jazzercise routines, age-appropriate games and nutrition tips. A healthy snack and a craft are included.

GREENVILLE LITTLE THEATRE
444 College St.
Greenville, SC 29601
233-6238
Dates: Call for schedule
Ages: eight – 17
Cost: Call for fees
The GLT Theatre Conservatory offers intensive, hands-on instruction by qualified theatre professionals in a small group environment. There are sessions for all skill levels. Camp classes are organized around themes. Children learn performance skills, improvisation and acting skills.

GREENVILLE ZOO CAMP
150 Cleveland Park Drive,
Greenville, SC 29601
467-4850
Web: www.greenvillezoo.com
Dates: Morning (9 a.m.–noon) or Afternoon (1 p.m.– 4 p.m.)
Ages: 4–11
Cost: Call for fees and schedule, registration for member is March 21 and for non-members, April 4. Learn about animals and what they eat, play games, make crafts and get to see some of the behind-the-scenes zookeeping at Zoo Camp. Sessions include learning about record holders at Animal Olympics. Digging Dirty introduces animal habitats in the soil to ages 4 – 5. Animal Abracadabra educates ages 6 – 8 about animal trickery. Children ages 9 – 11 can travel Around the World learning about animals. Limited scholarships are available.

GROVE STATION FARMS HORSEBACK
RIDING DAY CAMP
421 Piedmont Hwy. 20
Greenville, SC
845-3239
Dates: Call for schedule; 3- or 4-day summer
camps, Pony camp for preschoolers and weekend camps
Ages: 5 and up
Cost: Call for available sessions and fees.
Horse Camp activities include daily lessons, horse care, arts and crafts, field rides, petting zoo and plenty of fun “horsin’ around.” An indoor arena is available for instruction in inclement weather. Specialized weekend camps are also offered for older children. Spaces are limited.

INTERNATIONAL BALLET ACADEMY
1018 S. Batesville Road Greer, SC
879-9409
Web: www.InternationalBalletAcademy.net
Dates: July 11 – 15, July 18 – 22 and Aug. 15 – 19; 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Ages: four – eight Cost: $105 per student for each session Dance camp students receive instruction in creative movement, ballet, stage makeup and costumes. A ballet video will be on Fridays. Students bring their own lunch. A regular schedule of dance classes is also offered.

JULY ART CAMP 2005
LeesArt
36 McPherson Lane
Greenville, SC 29605
242-9927
Web: www.Leesart.net
Dates: One-week sessions, July 11 – Aug. 5;
sessions 9 a.m.–noon and 2–5 p.m.
Ages: First grade and up
Cost: Call for information Drawing Plus emphasizes that learning to draw means learning to look. Instruction includes drawing along with the study of artists and technical skills. The Plus takes drawings into another medium, often student led. All materials and snack provided. Photography for ages 10 and up introduces students to their 35mm cameras and black and white composition. Film and processing are provided.

KALEIDOSCOPE
at Furman University
3300 Poinsett Hwy.
Greenville, SC 29613
294-3134
Dates: June 13 – 24, June 27 – July 1, July 11 – 22 and July 25 – 29
One- or two-week sessions 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: Rising third-, fourth- and fifth-graders
Cost: $424 for a two-week session, $212 for a oneweek session Kaleidoscope provides individual attention and a variety of educational activities including science, social studies, writing, the arts and foreign language. Recreational activities featured are nature walks, daily swimming, and outdoor games.

KARATE KAMP AT UPSTATE KARATE
129 N. Main St.
Simpsonville, SC 29681
Gloria Thompson, 967-3930
Web: www.upstatekarate.com
E-mail: gloriathompson@upstatekarate.com
Dates: All summer except July 4th week, 9a.m. – 4 p.m., early or late stay is optional.
Ages: four – 12
Cost: Call for information
This martial arts themed day camp offers activities, karate, jujitsu, ninja activities, Japanese language lessons, tumbling, movies, bowling, skating, park days and field trips.

KIDS CREATE!
Bob Jones University Museum and Gallery
1700 Wade Hampton Blvd.
Greenville, SC
242-5100, Ext. 1053
Dates: June 13 – 16 or June 27 – 30; 10 a.m.– noon
Ages: 6 – 11
Cost: $25 includes all supplies
This year, the art camp focus is Back to the Drawing Board. Through the use of the Museum and Gallery’s antiquities and paintings, children enjoy stories, drama, crafts and interactive discussion as they learn about various elements of architecture. Campers use the tools of an architect, snack on edible building projects and discover why the tower at Pisa leans.

KINDERMUSIK WITH MUSICAL IMPRESSIONS
430 Beckenham Lane
Greenville, SC 29609
Theresa Case, 232-5010
Web: www.musicalimpressions.com
E-mail: musimpinc@aol.com
Dates: June, July and Aug., sessions with daily or weekly classes
Ages: newborn – 7-years-old
Cost: Call for fees.
A musical summer adventure is offered in programs with a thematic music and movement curriculum for children. Daily and once-a-week scheduling choices are available in three locations across the Upstate.

LEARNING RX
1310 K Garlington Road
Greenville, SC 29615
627-9192
Web: www.learningrx.com
Dates: Call for schedule; registration deadline is April 30
Ages: four – 18
Cost: Call for fees
A variety of camp programs are planned. Read Rx Junior camp will provide reading skill instruction for pre-schoolers. Brain Booster will build skills need for college board examinations. Skills Rx and Read Rx sessions offer instruction in reading and other specific skills.

MAGGIE’S GLAZY DAYS
400C S.E. Main St.,
Simpsonville, SC 29681
228-9501
E-mail: shamrock730@aol.com
Dates: June 20 – 21 or July 18 – 19
Ages: 6 – 12
Cost: Call for fees.
Pottery camps offer the opportunity for creative expression through design and painting of selected projects. Unique painting techniques and the glazing and firing process will be demonstrated.

MASTER KIM’S WORLD CLASS TAE KWON DO CENTER
1451-G Woodruff Road
Greenville, SC 29607
Michelle Kim, 289-0201
Web: www.greenvilletkd.com
E-mail: greenvilletkd@yahoo.com
Dates: June and July, four-week sessions
Ages: 4 and up
Cost: $65
This martial arts camp features a private lesson, four weeks of group tae kwon do lessons and a uniform with a belt for each camper.

MAULDIN MAVERICKS CHEER CAMP
Mauldin Middle School
Cathy Slenski, 288-0397
Dates: June 20 – 23, 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Ages: Girls, 5 – 13
Cost: $50
This camp offers the opportunity to learn cheers, chants and dance steps with the Mauldin High School cheerleaders.

MIC POTTER GOLF SCHOOLS AT FURMAN
3300 Poinsett Hwy.
Greenville, SC 29613
294-6283
Web: www.micpottergolfschool.com
E-mail: mic.potter@furman.edu
Dates: June 6 – 9 and 13 – 16, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. or Mini-camp from 9 a.m. – noon.
Ages: 5 and up
Cost: Call for fees.
At the Golf School, campers receive daily instruction as well as additional intramural activities. A 5-to-1camper-to-staff ratio provides for individual attention.

MICROSCOPE
at Furman University
3300 Poinsett Hwy.
Greenville, SC 29613
294-3134
Dates: June 13 – 24, June 27 – July 1, July 11 – 22, July 25 – 29
One- or two-week sessions, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: Rising first- or second-graders
Cost: $424 for a two-week session, $212 for a oneweek session At Microscope, children participate in outdoor sports, science, reading and the arts. In addition to a structured schedule of classroom activities, there is also time for walks, games and daily swim time.

OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY
2 James Drive
Greenville, SC 29605
277-5350
E-mail: OLR@juno.com
Dates: June, July and August
Ages: Kindergarten – eighth grade
Cost: Call for information
Several sports camps are offered. Early drop-off begins at 7:30 a.m. Children may stay until 4:30 p.m.

ON THE FAST TRACK
583-0443
Web: www.fastrackids.com
E-mail: fasttrackspartanburg@yahoo.com
Dates: Weekly sessions, call for schedule
Ages: 3 – 7
Cost: Call for information
On the Fast Track provides enrichment education through a CD-Rom based curriculum, interactive fun and experiments. Instruction offered in astronomy, science and more. Children learn how to learn.

PAUL SCARPA’S TENNIS CAMP AT FURMAN
3300 Poinsett Hwy.
Greenville, SC 29613
Coach Paul Scarpa, 294-3823 or 294-2039
E-mail: paul.scarpa@furman.edu
Dates: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. June 6 – 10 and July 18 – 22
Ages: 6–17
Cost: $210
This Tennis Camp offers personal instruction with a 4-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio to reach each camper’s individual needs for development. Tennis skills are built through daily drills, conditioning, play and group sessions.

PAUL T. RIDDLE’S DRUM CAMP
Camp location: Christ Church Episcopal School
245 Cavalier Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
299-1522, ext. 1269
Dates: June 6 – 10; 9 a.m. – noon
Ages: Grades preschool – 12
Cost: Call for information.
Drum camp offers instruction for beginner and intermediate students. Instructor Paul Riddle is well known as a founding member of the Marshall Tucker Band and won a Grammy Award playing with the Allman Brothers Band. Students will participate in a recording session and present a final recital for family and friends. Early arrival and late stay options are available.

PIANO CENTRAL MUSIC STUDIOS
757 N. Pleasantburg Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
Theresa Case, 232-5010
Web: www.pianocentralmusicstudios.com
E-mail: musimpinc@aol.com
Dates: June, July and Aug.
Ages: 7 and up
Cost: Call for fees.
Sessions and lessons for students of all levels. Piano for beginners, voice camp, piano camp, violin camp and private lessons are available. Sessions are offered at N. Pleasantburg or Woodruff Road studios.

ROLLER TIME
At various locations
268-6632
Web: www.rollertime.net
E-mail: info@rollertime.net
Dates: June and July, Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – noon
Ages: 4 – 12
Cost: Call for fees.
Roller Time skating camp provides instruction in the basics of roller skating for beginner to intermediate skaters. Skaters learn safe falls, toe stops, skating backwards, jumps and spins. Camp fees include skate rental, a T-shirt and a snack. Instruction is provided by USARS and RFA certified coaches . Skating classes are also offered.

SCCT THEATRE ARTS CONSERVATORY
South Carolina Children’s Theatre
P.O. Box 9340
Greenville, SC 29604
Traysie Amick, 235-2885, ext. 13
Dates: June 13 – Aug. 12, One- to two-week
sessions or Saturdays
Ages: 2 – 18
Cost: Call for information. Scholarships are available.
The Conservatory for Theatre Arts provides weeklong instruction sessions. Younger students discover creative movement and dramatic play. Older students have many different types of programs from which to choose: from Workshops to Production classes to Intensive Training. Students explore acting basics, play production, character creation, audition techniques, camera work or musical theatre.

SAM DIXON’S LADY PALADIN BASKETBALL CAMP
3300 Poinsett Hwy.
Greenville, SC 29613
294-3429
Dates: June 6 – 9, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Ages: Girls, 5 – 11
Cost: Call for fees.
A program designed especially for the young beginning athlete is offered. Specific fundamentals of ball handling, shooting, defense, passing and rebounding are highlighted. The camp also features a daily swim session. There are commuter options for the other Lady Paladin Basketball Camp sessions.

SCIENCE EXPLORERS, INC.
Camp location: Christ Church Episcopal School
245 Cavalier Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
1-877–8709517
Web: www.ScienceExplorers.com
Dates: June 20 – July 22; morning, afternoon and all-day sessions Ages: 4 – 11 Cost: Call for information. Campers in grades 2 – 5 can Take a Dive into the world of marine biology and oceanography or learn a combination of Phun-omenal Physics and Crazy Chemistry in Physistry. Younger campers in grades K4 – 1 can explore new themes each day in Science Explorers, Jr. 1 and 2 camps. Early arrival and late stay options are available.

SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
2211 Woodruff Road
Simpsonville, SC 29681
234-7575, ext. 1331
E-mail: t.huffman@southsidechristian.org
Dates: June – July
Ages: Preschool through 12th-grade
Cost: Call for fees
Summer athletic camps at Southside Christian School include basketball, cheerleading, soccer, volleyball, softball and wrestling. The camps are contingent on enrollment.

SUMMER SCIENCE FOR FUN FOR 2005
Roper Mountain Science Center
402 Roper Mountain Road
Greenville, SC 29615
Education Office, 679-7003
Dates: June, July and August. A variety of sessions are available: morning, afternoon or full day in one-, four- or five-day sessions. Ages: Kindergarten through eighth grade
Cost: Call for fees and schedule information in March
Science day camp sessions feature exploration and hands-on learning. An extensive list of subjects in the areas of physical, life, health, computers, robotics and rocketry sciences are offered along with sessions on the Living History Farm. Discounts and early registration are available for Science Center members.

SUMMER ETIQUETTE CAMP
The Greenville Academy of Etiquette & Protocol
Karen Suggs, 884-2122
E-mail: karensuggs@yahoo.com
Dates: July 11 _ 15 and July 25 – 29
Ages: 6 – 11 and 12 – 18
Cost: $165
Etiquette camp offers a fun and interactive way of learning good manners and proper etiquette. Topics covered include dining manners, introducing yourself and others, thank you notes, being a good guest and hostess, formal and informal place setting, theatre manners and much more.

TELESCOPE
at Furman University
3300 Poinsett Hwy.
Greenville, SC 29613
294-3134
Dates: July 18 – 22 and July 25 – 29
One-week sessions 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: Rising sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders
Cost: $212 for a one-week session
Instruction in Telescope challenges thinking and creative problem solving. Activities place a special emphasis on history, science, creative writing and art. The goal of this program is to enhance student’s success in middle school through creativity, identifying interests, cooperation and teamwork.

UPSTATE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
996 Batesville Road
Greer, SC 29651
Web: www.upstateconservatory.com
E-mail: morgan.black@upstateconservatory.com
Dates: Call for schedule; registration deadline is May 2
Ages: five and up
Cost: Call for fees
Arts Camp offers majors in piano, voice and guitar. Camp will host featured artists. There will be musical performances.

WHISPERING PINES HORSEBACK RIDING CAMP
Whispering Pines Stables
206 Adams Mill Road,
Mauldin, SC
288-7458
Web: www.thehorselady.org
Dates: Call for schedule, 9 a.m. – noon Monday – Friday
Ages: Beginner and up
Cost: Call for information
Camps offered include Introduction to horses, Beginner Riding, Intermediate Riding and Special Needs. Spiritual camps will offer Bible study and horsemanship skills, emphasizing spiritual parallels to everyday things.

SPARTANBURG COUNTY
General Day Camps

SUMMER DAY CAMP
Spartanburg County Parks and Recreation
P. O. Box 5666 Spartanburg, SC 29304
Contacts for Center locations are below.
Dates: May 31 – Aug. 5, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Ages: 5 – 12
Cost: $45 per week. Additional fees for field trips and extended care. Camp activities include sports and games, arts and crafts, special events and field trips. Campers bring their lunch, but morning and afternoon snacks are provided.

Inman Recreation Center
25 Oakland Ave.
Inman, SC 29349
472-5162

Landrum Recreation Center
100 Redland Road
Landrum, SC 29356
457-4244

Middle Tyger Recreation Center
Greenville Gymnastics
1311-C Miller Rd., Greenville
297-5589
greenvillegymnastics.com
• Safety Certified Staff
• Pre-School Classes
• Developmental Classes
• Competitive Teams
• Cheerleading
• Adult Classes
• Trampoline
• Fully Stocked Pro Shop
120997.cc.2.05
128201.cc.3.05 100 S. Danzler Road
Duncan, SC 29334
949-2349

T.W. Edwards Recreation Center
195 Coleman Circle
Pacolet, SC 29372
474-3053

Woodruff Leisure Center
550 Cavins Road
Woodruff, SC 29388
476-4244

THE SUNSHINE HOUSE
3030 Reidville Road, Spartanburg 574-1013
1212 John B. White Sr. Blvd., Spartanburg 576-5330
1085 Fernwood-Glendale Road, Spartanburg 582-3757
1201 Springfield Road, Boiling Springs 578-8717
20 Chestnut St., Startex 439-4012
Dates: All summer, one-week sessions or drop in are available
Web: www.sshouse.com
Ages: 6 – 12
Cost: Weekly tuition costs vary by location, field
trips and activity costs are extra The summer camp theme for 2005 is “From Sea to Shining Sea.” Summer program includes meals, snacks, field trips, arts and crafts, sports, reading, computer games and a special field day. Enrichment programs include dance, computer and Spanish instruction. State licensed and approved.

YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP
Pine Street YMCA
266 S. Pine St.
Spartanburg, SC
Scott Sandor, 585-0306
Middle Tyger YMCA
700 Shoals Road
Duncan, SC
Melissa Owens, 433-9623
Dates: Beginning May 31, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Ages: 5 – 12
Cost: YMCA Facility Members are $65 weekly, YMCA Program Members are $85 weekly. Registration for new campers begins in March. YMCA day camp centers around weekly themes, providing a traditional camp experience without being away from home. Camp offers a variety of activities including swimming, arts and crafts, character development, soccer, basketball, volleyball, baseball, field trips, music, reading, nature walks and special events. Morning snacks and lunch are provided.

SPARTANBURG COUNTY
Specialty Camps

ALIA LAWSON PRE-COLLEGE FINE ARTS DAY CAMP
Sponsored by Converse College
At Fernwood Baptist Church
580 E. Main St.
Spartanburg, SC 29302
Cathy Siarris, 596-9170
Web: www.converse.edu
Dates: Sessions: June 6 – 17, June 20 – July 1, July 5 – 15; 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Ages: Rising Kindergarten through rising seventh grade
Cost: $225 for one session, $655 for three
sessions, Discount for registration before May 1 This camp features classes in art, music, theatre, dance and creative writing. The program is staffed by fine arts and education majors from Converse College. Each session ends with a family day program. Campers bring their lunch. Snacks and supplies are included.

THE ART SCHOOL OF THE SPARTANBURG COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART
385 S. Spring St.
Spartanburg, SC 29306
Bob LoGrippo, 948-5364
E-mail: boblogrippo@hotmail.com
Dates: May – Aug., One-week sessions with full or
half day camps
Ages: 4 – 12
Cost: Half-day $95, Full-day $185
The Art School offers 10 weeklong half- or full-day Art Camps. All supplies, snacks and a T-shirt is included in tuition. Media covered include watercolor, pastel, drawing, pottery, and sculpture. Parents are welcome during the Pre-school half-day camp.

BALLET SPARTANBURG’S DANCE CENTER
385 S. Spring St.
Spartanburg, SC 29306
583-0339
Web: www.sparklenet.com/balletspartanburg E-mail: cagudelo@spartanarts.org
Dates: June 27 – July 1 and July 18 – 22; Oneweek sessions, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Mini-session June 20 – 24 for ages 5 – 7, 10 a.m. – noon Ages: 5 – 9
Cost: $125 per session, $90 for the mini-session
The Junior Summer Dance Camp program offers exposure to ballet, jazz, tap and Irish Step dance. Technique, enthusiasm and fun are emphasized. Snacks are provided.

BETH COIL BASKETBALL CAMP AT CONVERSE
The Sally Abney Rose Physical Activity Center
580 E. Main St.
Spartanburg, SC 29302
577-2055
Web: www.converse.edu/SummerPrograms
Dates: July 18 – 22, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Ages: Girls, grades 3 – 9
Cost: $100 per person
Basketball camp will provide daily work on the fundamentals of basketball, offensive and defensive skills, and position play. Activities will include games and skill contests. Each camper will receive a camp T-shirt. Lunch will be provided.

CAMP LOVE-A-PET
Spartanburg Humane Society
150 Dexter Road
Spartanburg, SC 29303
583-4805, ext. 110
Web: www.spartnburghumanesociety.com
Dates: May 28 – June 11, June 11 – 25 or July 9 – 23
Ages: 11 – 15
Cost: $200 per session
Children interested in animal care will train a special dog and help place him for adoption. They will meet animal pros from dog groomers to zookeepers. Each camper will care for a dog by bathing, grooming, cleaning, obedience training and working on its adoption. Campers receive a T-shirt, dog bandanna, daily snack, field trips, graduation party and certificate. Scholarships are available based on need.

FARM CAMP AT CHILDREN’S BARNYARD
2675 Hampton Road (near Hollywild)
Wellford, SC
472-3985
Dates: June, July and Aug.; One-day sessions,
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Ages: 5 – 13
Cost: $30
Farm camp provides an educational opportunity to experience daily farm life including feeding, milking, caring for farm animals, gardening and more. One parent can accompany a child, but its not required. Lunch is provided.

4-H20 PONTOON CLASSROOM
Watershed Ecology Center
University of South Carolina at Spartanburg
800 University Way
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Carol Broadus, 503-5728
Dates: Call for schedule and locations
Cost: Call for fees
The Pontoon Classroom offers a fun approach to water quality monitoring skills, water related recreational activities, journal writing and other creative arts and sciences. Explore lakes and learn about local streams, wildlife and watershed ecology.

FLYING SAUCERS
660 Spartan Blvd. (next to Old Navy)
Spartanburg, SC
Terry Murdock, 576-2228
Web: www.flyingsaucerspottery.com
Dates: Beginning in June, Monday - Thursday,
Ages: 4 and up
Cost: Call for fees.
Pottery camps feature different themes. Children learn a variety of new techniques to create original art pieces. Students receive a Flying Saucer T-shirt. Drinks and snack are included. Family discounts are offered.

GIRL SCOUTS OF THE PIEDMONT AREA COUNCIL
349-A East Blackstock Road
Spartanburg, SC 29301
576-2514
Dates: June 6 – Aug. 5, one-week sessions,
Ages: Girls, Grades 1–12
Cost: $85 and up, extended care 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. is additional
Registration is due one week prior to camp, bonus for early registration. A variety of programs appeal to all interests and suit different age groups. At girl scout camp You Can Be Wet and Wild, a Woman Marine Biologist, Extreme…Makeover Week, a Woman Zoologist, Anything (Summer Sampler), a Woman Astronomer, a Survivor, a Designing Diva and more. Camps for older girls may include an overnight campout. Girls can earn Try-its or badges in several camp sessions. Open House will let families preview programs and meet the staff from 1 – 5 p.m. May 21 at Camp Mary Elizabeth, just off of Camelot Drive.

KICKIN’ KIDS
Spartanburg Martial Arts
465 E. Blackstock Road, 576-8273
1200 E. Main St., 585-8814 3565 Boiling Springs Road, 599-0057
576-8273
Web: www.smakarate.com
E-mail: ricklee@charter.net
Dates: All summer, 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Ages: Kindergarten–eighth grade
Cost: $100 per week
The camp offers martial arts instruction, a playground and daily field trips to skate, swim, play Putt Putt or to the zoo. Campers bring their own lunch.

LIVING HISTORY CAMP
Walnut Grove Plantation
1200 Otts Shoals Road (near U.S. Highway 221 and Interstate 26) Roebuck, SC
576-6546
E-mail: walnutgrove@mindspring.com
Dates: June 21 – 23, 9 a.m. – noon, register by May 27
Ages: rising fourth and fifth graders
Cost: $36 per child, covers all crafts and snacks
Living History Camp offers an intensive hands-on historical experience at a 17th century historical site. Lunch will not be served.

MIKE YOUNG BASKETBALL CAMP AT WOFFORD
429 North Church St.
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Coach Alex Peavey, 597-4101
Dates: June 13 – 17, June 26 – 30 and Aug. 1 – 5; 9 a.m. – noon or 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Ages: 5 – 18
Cost: Call for fees
This camp located on the Wofford College campus, the summer training home of the Carolina Panthers football team. Camp sessions focus on individual skill development, ball-handling, team play and strategy. A half-day option is offered for ages 5 - 6.

MUSICAL THEATRE DAY CAMP
Offered by the Curtain Call Players
Cornerstone Theatre
Groce Road, Lyman
266-6555
Dates: July 11 – 15 or July 18 – 22, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Ages: children - teens
Cost: $250 per session, referral and sibling
discounts available Musical Theatre camp provides instruction in the basics of acting, singing and dancing. Students will prepare a short musical production for a final camp performance.

ROD RAY TENNIS CAMP AT WOFFORD
429 North Church St.
Spartanburg, SC 29303-3663
Coach Rod Ray, 597-4154
Web: www.rodraytenniscamp.com
E-mail: rayra@wofford.edu
Dates: May 30 – June 4, June 13 – 18, June 27 –
July 2 and July11 – 16
Cost: $260
This camp offers cutting edge tennis instruction to both beginning and experienced players. Each tennis camp session offers full day or overnight options. A small student to coach ratio assures personal attention for all that attend. A preschool camp for ages 3 – 5 will be from 9 – 11 a.m. May 16 – 19. The fee is $65 per student.

SOCCER CAMP AT CONVERSE

The Sally Abney Rose Physical Activity Center
Converse College
580 E. Main St.
Spartanburg, SC 29302
577-2062
Web: www.converse.edu/SummerPrograms
Dates: June 13 – 17, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., register by
May 6
Ages: Girls, 7 – 15
Cost: $160 per person
Soccer Camp will emphasize technical, tactical, physical and mental preparation. Campers will learn and refine ball skills as well as build speed and agility techniques. A mini-tournament will be held throughout the week. Camp will conclude with a Soccer Olympics Day, open to family. Each camper will receive a T-shirt. Lunch is provided.

SPARTANBURG COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION

Inman Recreation Center
25 Oakland Ave.
Inman, SC 29349
472-5162
Call for schedule, age levels and cost Summer camps offered include Piano Performers Quick Start, Tennis, Julliard Music Adventure, Math Treasure, Math Camp, Basic Reading and Comprehension, Language Arts, Prepare for SAT, Word Problems and Math Heads.

Landrum Recreation Center
100 Redland Road
Landrum, SC 29356
457-4244
Call for schedule, costs and age levels.
Summer camps offered include Start Smart Golf, Junior Golf League, Tennis, Basketball, Piano Performers Quick Start, Julliard Music Adventure, Math Treasure, Math Heads, Word Problems, Basic Reading and Comprehension, Language Arts, Prepare for SAT, and Math Camp.

Middle Tyger Recreation Center
100 S. Danzler Road
Duncan, SC 29334
949-2349
Call for schedule, age levels and costs
Summer camps offered include Tennis Camp, Soccer Camp, Piano Performers Quick Start, Julliard Music Adventure, Math Treasure, Math Heads, Word Problems, Basic Reading and Comprehension, Language Arts, Prepare for SAT, and Math Camp

T.W. Edwards Recreation Center
195 Coleman Circle
Pacolet, SC 29372
474-3053
Call for schedule, age levels and costs.
Summer camps offered include Youth Golf Camp, Tennis Camp, Art Camp, Baseball Camp, Teen Volleyball, Teen Softball and Teen Team Tennis.

Woodruff Leisure Center
550 Cavins Road
Woodruff, SC 29388
476-4244
Call for schedule, age levels and costs.
Summer camps offered include Dance, Boy’s and Girl’s Basketball, Julliard Music Adventure, Basic Reading and Comprehension, Language Arts, Prepare for SAT, Beginning Math, Remedial Math, Beginning Algebra, Algebra I and II.

SPARTANBURG GYMNASTICS
570 Southport Road
Roebuck, SC
574-0509
Dates: June – July; half-day program 9 a.m.–noon
Ages: 3 and up
Cost: $60 per week, registration fee for nonmembers
Camp offers arts and crafts, gymnastics, games, water play, health education organized around theme days. Activities emphasize physical fitness and health. A demonstration program is presented on Friday with awards. Snacks are included. Please call to find out about availability for drop-ins.

SPARTANBURG SCIENCE CENTER
385 S. Spring St.
Spartanburg, SC 29306
John Green, 583-2777
Web: www.spartanarts.org
E-mail: science@spartanarts.org
Dates: Preschool Camp: May 31 – June 6 (10 a.m., 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. sessions. Elementary Camp: Oneweek sessions, June 6 – Aug. 5, 9:30 a.m. – noon or 1 – 4 p.m.
Ages: 4 – 12
Cost: Call for information
This program features general and specialty camps with hands-on experiences and discovery opportunities in a variety of scientific themes. Sessions include oceanography, astronomy, wildlife, archaeology and many more. Preschool camp offers different general science experiences.

SPARTANBURG YOUTH THEATRE
At USC Upstate
385 S. Spring St.
Spartanburg, SC 29306
583-4891
Dates: June 20 – July 1, 1 – 5 p.m.
Ages: First – 12th grade
Cost: Call for fees, scholarships are available.
The Youth Theatre will offer two one-week day camp sessions led by Rich Robinson, Assistant Professor of Design at USC Upstate. Students may participate in one or both sessions. The camp sessions will focus on movement, performance, design and technical theatre. Campers will present a final performance of “Charlotte’s Web.” All campers will be involved and auditions will be June 21.

SUMMERSCAPE 2004
Spartanburg Day School
1701 Skylyn Dr.
Spartanburg, SC
Mary Steele, 582-8380, Ext. 289
E-mail: mary.steele@sdsgriffin.org
Dates: June 6 – Aug. 5, weekly sessions, 9 a.m.– noon
Ages: 3 to adult
Cost: $110
Summerscape is an enrichment program featuring academics, athletics or arts. Small classes allow individual attention. Athletic camp programs target both beginning and advanced skill levels.

SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER
2401 Reidville Road, Suite 8
Spartanburg, SC 29301
576-3932
E-mail: melanie.sylvanlearning@birch.net
Dates: Call for schedule
Ages: Kindergarten – 12th grade
Cost: Call for fees.
Sylvan Camps offer extra practice in language arts, math and study skills. A free Book Adventure Camp offers a story hour and fun activities using Sylvan’s Book Adventure web site for grades K – 2. Other camps include Writing for grades 2 and up, Handwriting for kindergarten – fifth graders, Addition and Subtraction, Multiplication and Division, Fractions and Decimals, Pace Reading and Study Skills for older students.

WATERSHED ECOLOGY CENTER SCIENCE CAMPS
At Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve
University of South Carolina Upstate
800 University Way
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Carol Broadus, 503-5728
Dates: July 11 – 15, July 18 – 22, July 25 – 29 and Aug. 1 – 5
Ages: 4 – 7 (9 – 11:30 a.m.) and 8 – 12 (1 – 3:30 p.m.)
Cost: $40 per session
At The Daily Buzz camp, students explore the importance of insects, examine local insects and create a journal. In the Good to be Green session campers will learn about turtles and frogs. During Bumps in the Night camp, students will explore nocturnal animals. Water ecology will be the focus of H2O on the Go. All camps include Thoughtful Thursdays to engage in a fun community service project and Family Fridays to feature a short program for families.No Name pers receive a T-shirt.

ANDERSON COUNTY
General Day Camps

ANDERSON AREA YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP
201 E. Reed Road
Anderson, SC 29621
Donna Richey, 716-6261
Dates: May 25 – Aug. 3, 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Ages: Rising first through sixth-grade
Cost: $120 a week or $85 a week plus $50
summer camp membership fee. Scholarships are available. The camp offers a creative educational experience in outdoor living, using natural surroundings and Christian leadership. Activities offered include archery, canoeing, kayaking, low ropes course, swimming, arts and crafts, field trips and more. Children with special needs are included.

CAMP WONDERS
Small Wonders Learning Center
105 Clair Drive
Piedmont, SC 29673
220-2811
Dates: all summer, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Ages: two – 12
Cost: Call for fees
Campers develop an appreciation for nature and discover their roles in the environment through learning experiences, activities and special events. Character education and manners instruction are incorporated.

LEARNING TOWN ACADEMY AND DAYCARE
106 Hammett Acres
Anderson, SC 29621
E-mail: learningtown@yahoo.com
Dates: May 31 – Aug. 4
Cost: Full time $85 per week, other part time rates and options.
Learning Town offers a creative summer program called Kid Kamp. Camp sessions are planned by weekly themes. Summer activities include painting ceramics, swimming, picnics, cooking, visiting the zoo and terrific crafts.

ANDERSON COUNTY
Specialty Camps

ANDERSON COUNTY ARTS CENTER
405 North Main St.
Anderson, SC
224-8811
Dates: June 6 – July 29, one-week sessions; 9:30
a.m. – 12:30 p.m. or 2 – 5 p.m.
Ages: 4 – 12
Cost: Call for fees
Campers experience different media and art techniques as they create projects planned around a theme.

CAMP INVENTION
Midway Elementary
1-800-968-4332
Web: www.campinvention.org
E-mail: campinventionsc@hotmail.com
Dates: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., June 13 – 17
Ages: Grades 2 – 6
Cost: $199
Camp Invention is a hands-on science and creativity camp. Children from any school may register. Led by certified teachers, five daily activities integrate science, math, history and the arts with fun. Children become automobile designers, detectives, outer space pioneers, design amusement park rides and become sound engineers. Camps are also held in Greenville, Oconee and Laurens.

CHRISTIAN YOUTH THEATRE ARTS CAMP
At Belk Theatre
Anderson College
316 Boulevard
Anderson, SC
222-6737
Web: www.CYTAnderson.org
Dates: June 13 – 17, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Ages: 6 – 13
Cost: $120
CYT campers will prepare a showcase performance of “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown.” Activities include theatre games, dance and vocal training, improvisation, stage education and acting instruction. Campers receive a T-shirt.

CLEMSON LITTLE THEATRE
The Pendleton Playhouse
214 S. Mechanic St.
Pendleton, SC 29633
646-8100
Web: www.clemsonlittletheatre.com
Dates: Call for a schedule, one- or two-week session in June
Ages: Grades K5 and up
Cost: Call for fees
CAYT Summer Drama Workshops give the opportunity to work with experts in the theatre arts. Some of the topics planned are makeup, costumes, music, dance, auditioning, set design and construction, lighting and acting. .

DANNY NEAL’S JUNIOR GOLF CAMP
Located at Cobb’s Glen Country Club
Anderson College
316 Boulevard
Anderson, SC 29621
E-mail: dneal@ac.edu
Dates: June 13 – 16, July 11 – 14, 25 – 28; fourday
sessions
Full-day: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. or half-day: 9 a.m. – noon
Ages: 6 – 16
Cost: $250 for full day or $150 for half day
Students receive instruction in all areas including full swing, chipping, pitching, bunker play and putting. Students play at Cobb’s Glen Country Club, receiving on course instruction in course management, rules of the game and etiquette.

PREMIER ATHLETICS CAMPS
102 North Park Drive
Anderson, SC 29625
225-8099
Dates: Call for schedule
Ages: 3 and up
Cost: Call for fees.
Premier Athletics offers day camps providing instruction in cheerleading, dance and baton.

SHEPPARD SWIM CAMP
Sheppard Swim Center
1115 Cornelia Road
Anderson, SC 29621
Steve Wycoff, 260-5170
Dates: Basic - beginning June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 20, 27. Junior Lifeguard - beginning May 27 or July 11. Classes from 9 – 11:45 a.m. daily.
Ages: Basic, 6 – 12 and Junior Lifeguard, 11 – 14
Cost: Basic $55, $50 for city residents, Junior Lifeguard $60 or $55 for city residents The Basic Swim Camp is a one-week program for youth ages 6 – 12 to improve swim and dive skills, learn about water safety and enjoy games. Junior Lifeguard Camp is a one-week program for youth ages 11 – 14 that provides the knowledge and skills to prepare for lifeguard training at age 15.

SMART FUN FOR KIDS
Tri-County Technical College
7900 Highway 76
Pendleton, SC 29670
646-1728
Web: www.tctc.edu/learn
E-mail: tmetts@tctc.edu
Dates: June 13 – 17, June 20 – 23 and June 27 – 30; half-day or full-day
Ages: Grades 3 – 8
Cost: Call for information
Half-day programs include Spanish, etiquette, horse training, cooking, , arts and crafts, sewing and science. Discounts are available for multiple children and weeks.

SPLASH ADVENTURE CAMP
Anderson Area YMCA
201 E. Reed Road
Anderson, SC 29621
Donna Richey, 716-6261
Dates: May 25 – Aug. 3, 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Ages: Rising seventh – tenth grades
Cost: $120 each week.
Splash Adventure campers explore all types of water activities and safety. Activities include canoeing, kayaking, river tubing, water park slides, water polo and snorkeling. Leaders-in-Training camp session is also available.

UPSTATE CAROLINA DANCE CENTER
Highway 81
Powdersville, SC
220-0684
Web: www.UpstateCarolinaDance.com
Dates: June 6 – 30
Ages: Call for age levels
Cost: Call for information
Summer camps include Tap on Fire Clogging Camp June 6 – 10. Baby I’m a Star Camp for preschool children or Born to Dance for ages 5 – 7 will be June 14 – 16 or June 28 – 30. Passion to Dance Camp with all guest instructors will be June 20 - 24.

PICKENS COUNTY
General Day Camps

PICKENS COUNTY YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP
201 Burns Road
Easley, SC 29640
Marathon Community Church
Powdersville
855-9622
Dates: May 31 – Aug. 3; 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.;
Registration begins March 1
Cost: $25 registration fee, $80 for facility members, $95 for program members. The YMCA camp provides a safe, Christian environment where children grow in spirit, mind and body. The program provides daily devotions, trained staff, swimming, field trips, organized activities, indoor and outdoor games. Children receive a swim bag and a T-shirt. Discounts for multiple children. Drop-in is also available. KinderCamp for ages 4 – 5 and Teen Connection programs are also offered. Swim lessons are available at a discounted rate.

THE SUNSHINE HOUSE
626 Powdersville Road, Easley 850-7737
Web: www.sshouse.com
Dates: All summer, one-week sessions or drop-in
are available
Ages: 6 – 12
Cost: Weekly tuition costs vary by location, field trips and activity costs are extra
The summer camp theme for 2005 is “From Sea to Shining Sea.” Summer program includes meals, snacks, field trips, arts and crafts, sports, reading, computer games and a special field day. Enrichment programs include dance, computer and Spanish instruction. State licensed and approved.

PICKENS COUNTY
Specialty Camps

CLEMSON LADY TIGER BASKETBALL CAMP
P.O. Box 445 Clemson, SC 29633-0445
(864) 653-4705
Web: www.ladytigerbbcamp.com
E-mail: ladytig@bellsouth.net
Dates: Individual, July 10 – 13;
Ages: Girls, fourth – 12th grade
Cost: Call for commuting fees.
Individual camp focuses on teaching the fundamentals and emphasizing basic skills and techniques. Campers have opportunities to build their weaker skills while improving their overall game.

CLEMSON LADY TIGER SOCCER CAMP
508 Squire Circle
Clemson, SC 29631
(864) 654-2575
Web: www.ladytigersoccercamp.com
E-mail: info@ladytigersoccercamp.com
Dates: Junior, June 13 – 16; Advanced, June 8 – 12 and July 16 – 20;
Ages: Girls, 10 – 18
Cost: Call for fees.
Advanced soccer camp provides a traditional curriculum and accommodates players of all levels. The Elite camp sessions are for the serious, competitive player.

CLEMSON TIGER TENNIS CAMP
P.O. Box 1251
Clemson, SC 29633
(864) 656-1323
Web: www.clemsontenniscamp.com
E-mail: nh@clemson.edu
Dates: June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30 and July 3 – 7
Ages: Coed, 9 – 17
Cost: $295 per week for day campers
Clemson Tiger Tennis Camp features three levels of play: White camp for beginners, Orange camp for intermediate to advanced players, and the Orange Crush camp for tournament players. Professional and experienced staff help campers learn the sport of tennis and enjoy summer activities.

CHUCK KRIESE’S CLEMSON TENNIS CAMP
P.O. Box 965
Clemson, SC 29633
Coach Chuck Kriese
(864) 888-