When Canadian guitar legend Bruce Cockburn told his parents he wanted to play guitar, they were worried he might grow sideburns, wear black leather and take after that terrible Elvis Presley fellow from the United States. But Cockburn was persistent, and, after promising not to grow the aforementioned facial hair, finally got his wish.

Fortunately, today's parents grew up listening to Pink Floyd, Led Zepplin and Aerosmith and are probably less averse to sideburns—not to mention tattoos and odd piercings—than their parents. They're more likely to foster their kids' rock 'n' roll fantasies than to oppose them.

Enter Dog House Music and owner Gary Lennox.

Like so many kids, Gary Lennox once dreamed of being a rock 'n' roll star. As a teenager, he hung around with kids who played guitars until one day they asked him to fill in on bass, even though he'd never played one.

"We just kind of fooled around together in people's houses, and as one house started kind of getting to not accept the loud music, we just kind of moved to the next person's house," Lennox recalls. "We graced them with our musical ability."

Lennox never lost his love of rock and roll music or his appreciation for the significance of dreaming dreams.

For the past three years, Lennox has hosted Rock & Roll Camp at "the Dog House," his state-of-the-art rehearsal complex in Lafayette. Over the course of a week, youth ages 11 to 17 learn from professional musicians how to improve their playing and to write and perform original music. Kids spend the morning learning music theory and improving their skill on their instruments, then break into bands during the afternoon to write music and practice performing together. Local studio musicians teach lessons. Camp concludes with a live concert performed for parents on Dog House's professional stage.

Dog House will host nine week-long sessions this summer, as well as a Spring Break camp March 26-30. Sessions fill up quickly. Last year, 180 young people participated in the program. This year, Lennox is hoping to top 200.

Instruction is available on guitar, bass, keyboards, drums and vocals. Wannabe rockers need not defer their dreams due to lack of instruments. Dog House has some available to loan.

Some of the bands formed during Rock & Roll Camp break up shortly afterwards. But others have gone on to perform at the Boulder Creek Festival and Flatiron Crossing. Last summer, a few Dog House bands had the experience of performing on the stage at the Fox Theatre before a crowd of 175.

"We'll probably try to do that again this summer," Lennox says.

Dog House, which counts Yonder Mountain String Band, the Waves and others among its clients, is sponsoring the teen stage at the Boulder Creek Festival and will be hosting a round of auditions for those performances in early April. Dog House is also one of the sponsors for People's Fair in Denver this summer.

Lennox said Dog House plans to start offering rock 'n' roll birthday parties to younger children, with entertainment provided by teen bands from summer camp.

So what does Rock 'n' Roll Camp look like?

Day One: Campers arrive, looking nervous. Some know each other from previous camps. Others are new to the Dog House. Lennox and his team of professional musicians introduce themselves to the kids, and the kids get a chance to introduce themselves.

Then kids meet with their teachers, depending on which instrument they play. Teachers divide the kids into bands, based in part on ability. Some of the kids have almost no experience; others are accomplished musicians.

The individual bands spend the afternoon together, writing songs, each band in its own rehearsal room. Kids leave wondering how in the world they will possibly manage to write, perfect and perform three original songs by Friday's concert.

Day Two: The morning is spent with instructors learning how better to play their instruments. In the afternoon, kids break into their bands and begin the serious work of writing lyrics and composing original music. A guest musician stops in to give the kids a private concert. (Visiting artists are the norm at the Dog House.)

Day Three: Kids spend the morning with their instructors. The afternoon is divided between practicing the songs each band has composed, but kids also create banners and art for their respective bands—each band has a name—to display at Friday's concert. After all, marketing is a necessary part of succeeding in the music world today.

Day Four: The heat is on. With one day to go before the big performance in front of friends and family, kids spend the day working intensively with instructors and practicing with their bandmates.

Day Five: The morning is spent polishing the songs. Wearing their rock 'n' roll best, kids get ready to take the stage after lunch. Parents, grandparents and siblings arrive, armed with cameras to capture the big moment on stage.

Lennox handles the sound for these important concerts himself, running the bands through sound check, encouraging them, never letting their enthusiasm flag. Instructors offer last-minute encouragement and tips to the budding performers they've spent a week coaching.

The concert hall fills to capacity, with everyone wearing earplugs to protect their ears from the sound. Then the lights go down, and the bands take the stage one at a time, with kids playing their hearts out, getting their 15 minutes of fame. The only thing louder than the music is the cheering of the audience.

What makes the camp work so wonderfully isn't just the enthusiasm the kids bring to the experience, but the focus and support of Lennox and his staff. Having learned from his own youth how valuable music can be to young people, Lennox treats each youngster not as a pesky kid who fumbles over the frets, but as a musician whose plans and goals are worthy of both his attention and his respect. The sign on his office wall, derived from a line in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, sums up his attitude: "You are the makers of music, and you are the dreamers of dreams."

The cost for a week of Rock & Roll Camp is $395 and includes a Dog House T-shirt and a live CD recording of the concert. Lennox is actively seeking sponsors who want to provide scholarships for kids whose families can't afford to send them to camp. He's also looking for donated instruments.

But at the Dog House it's not just kids who get to live the dream. This year, Lennox plans to host an ongoing rock 'n' roll fantasy camp for adults who are sick of playing air guitar and want the thrill of the live stage. Bands that put together enough material for a CD will get help from Lennox in making connections for gigs.

For more information about Rock & Roll Camp, contact Gary Lennox at 303-664-1600. To register, go to www.doghousemusic.com.

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CAMP DIRECTORY
Arts and Crafts

AfterHour Arts
1902 Walnut St., Boulder
303-443-9933
joy@septemberschool.com
September High School offers an innovative after school arts program designed to reawaken the love of learning and provide a safe and creative outlet for teens in our community. Classes run from April-July. School credit and limited scholarships available. 1 credit is $195.

Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities
6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada
720-898-7200
www.arvadacenter.org
Plan your summer now! The Arvada Center offers a wide range of classes and camps for children and teens, including drama, dance, fine arts, storytelling, music and photography. Request a class catalog online at www.arvadacenter.org.

Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art
1750 13th St., Boulder
303-443-1212
www.bmoca.org
Young Artists at Work. Unique Summer Art Experiences for ages 5-15. Experience, explore and create contemporary art and performance in hands-on workshops with guest artists. Students will be encouraged to explore new methods and exciting materials in their artistic endeavors. Two four-day workshops each month. All skill levels and interests. Discounts for BMOCA members. Scholarships available. Camp dates run June 18-August 9.

Crackpots Creativity Camp
501 Main St., Longmont
303-776-2211
www.ecrackpots.com
Crackpots is proud to announce its 7th season of Summer Creativity Camps. Our kids learn how to have fun in a cool environment, and they will learn valuable life skills while they learn and play.

Creations Art Space
Central Boulder / 303-709-6884
www.creationsartspace.com
Creations Art Space offers a variety of arts and crafts classes and camps for children of all ages. In addition, painting sessions are scheduled throughout the summer, offering children the opportunity to spontaneously express themselves through paint. These sessions provide an opportunity for children to build self-esteem and confidence in their work and the creative process itself.

Open Studios School of Art at the Steel Yards
Boulderartschool@openstudios.org
Explore a different art medium for three afternoons each month this summer. The camp runs from June 19-Aug. 9 for ages 12-18.

Kids Art Camps

Mountain Song Music Studio
Boulder, Westminster and Ft. Collins
303-413-1120
www.MountainSongMusic.com
This camp offers summer programs in music for infants through 7-year-olds. For a description of classes/schedules/registration please refer to our website.

The Painted Poppy
338 Main Street, Longmont
303-485-8270
www.thepaintedpoppy.com
The Painted Poppy, is an enchanting place to explore, nurture and develop your creative soul. Both a magical art studio and retail store, we offer kids and adults art projects and classes, birthday parties, custom painted furniture, and muc more. Play groups and walk-ins welcome. Visit our website for project and class information.

Pizazz
Mosaic Movement Arts
1844 55th St., Boulder
303-402-9777
www.mosaicmovementarts.com
An annual expressive arts summer camp for children in which they create weekly performances through a fun-filled collaboration of dancing, drama, singing, art, improvisation and outside play. Call for more information.

Educational

Alexander Dawson Summer Camp
10455 Dawson Dr., Lafayette
303-665-6679, ext. 647
www.dawsonschool.org
Our camp program offers the following sports activities for kids age 5-18: basketball, volleyball, tennis, soccer, lacrosse, baseball, martial arts and swimming. For academics, we offer: writing, science, literature, Spanish, computers and study skills. In the arts, we have: photography, ceramics, jewelry, knitting, improv, woodworking and more.

Bits, Bytes and Bots Computer Adventures
303-494-2687
www.bitsbytesbots.com
Our courses engage your children's imagination, while teaching them important skills and preparing them to succeed in school. Their creativity can run wild in our classes while they are learning logic, problem solving, organization and teamwork. Located in the Table Mesa Shopping Center. Classes available in Highlands Ranch, Longmont and Westminster also. Log onto www.bitsbytesbots.com/summer2007.htm for the summer camp schedule.

Boulder Quest Center
303-440-3647
www.boulderquest.com
info@boulderquest.com
We have two fabulous summer camps this year. Both camps run from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Kids will have the opportunity to "Make a Ninja Movie" from July 23-27 for ages 7-15. Or choose to participate in "Mighty Dragons" from Aug. 13-17 for kids ages 3-6.

Chess Academy of Denver Chess Camps
Englewood and Denver
303-770-6696
www.ColoradoMasterChess.com
13th Annual Rocky Mountain Chess Camps: June 11-15 (Englewood) full- and half-day options. July 16-18 (Denver). All abilities and ages, 8:1 ratio. Five two-day chess camps are also offered throughout the summer in Englewood for specific ability levels. Participants will be taught scorekeeping, etiquette, tournament preparation, logical thinking and strategic planning for all the phases of the game. Learn from nationally recognized Denver chess master Todd Bardwick.

Children's Peace Garden Summer Program
Boulder Community Garden Site, Boulder
303-413-7248
www.growinggardens.org
Ages 5-10. Two four-day sessions are offered, July 16-19 and July 23-26. Play in giant sunflower houses, a bean-pole teepee and a grape-arbor shelter. They see how food grows and try out recipes from their gardens. Children work together to grow organic vegetables to donate to the community. Scavenger hunts, games, building scarecrows, compost relay races and exploring of the worm bin. $190 per child.

Colorado Academy Summer Academic Institute
3800 S. Pierce St., Denver
303-914-2531
www.coloacad.org
Programs provide opportunities for elementary- and middle-school students who want to enhance academics during the summer. Camps include emphasis in writing, vocabulary, reporting, outdoor adventure, science, math, and reading, among other topics.

Cure Organic Farm Kids' Camp
7416 Valmont Rd., Boulder
303-666-6397
www.cureorganicfarm.com
Ages 6-9. Weekly sessions June 25-Aug. 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. With the farm as a living classroom, children develop a deeper sense of community through shared work and play in the Giving Garden, working with the farm animals, by making arts and crafts using natural fibers, harvesting, preparing and eating food fresh from the garden and through play, songs and stories. Cost: $225 per week.

CU Science Discovery Summer Classes
303-492-7188
www.colorado.edu/ScienceDiscovery
A program of the University of Colorado at Boulder that offers unique activity-based science, math and technology classes for ages 4-16. Small class size, more than 180 summer classes, experienced teachers, a variety of field experiences and use of community and university resources. Class topics include geology, astronomy, art and science, marine biology, chemistry, Lego mechanics, ponds and streams and much more.

Cybercamps
1-888-904-camp
www.cybercamps.com
CYBERCAMPS provides single and multi-week computer camps for 7- to 18-year-old students on prestigious university campuses across the United States. It's a perfect place to make new friends, learn from enthusiastic counselors and, of course, spend lots of time learning to use industry-leading software about Flash Animation and Video Production. For parents, it's a smart investment in their child's future. One camper per computer. Call for schedules, and check the website for locations.

Denver Museum of Nature and Science
2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver
303-322-7009
www.dmns.org
Children ages 3 to adult will learn about dinosaurs, animals, geology, stars, human health, insects and ocean life. Camps run June 18-Aug. 13. One-day, two-day and four-day workshops are available.

Eastern Sun Academy
5001 Pennsylvania Ave, Boulder
303-443-3302
www.EasternSunAcademy.org
This is an elementary school for contemplative education. Our engaging curriculum cultivates students' intelligence, compassion and confidence through a broad spectrum of academics, including Spanish and Mandarin.

iD Tech Camps
CU—Boulder, DU, Colorado College
888-709-TECH
www.internalDrive.com
Hands-on weeklong, day and overnight technology summer camp for ages 7-17. During the week-long course, these digital kids film and edit digital movies, produce stunning blockbuster special effects, create 2D and 3D video games, model 3D characters, experience game modeling, design websites, twist and warp digital photos, program robots and more. With one computer per student and an average of six students per instructor, campers are given the attention they need to excel.

Jarrow Montessori School
3900 Orange Ct., Boulder
303-546-9689, ext.113
www.jarrow.org
Ages 2-1/2 to 9, June 18-Aug. 10. Jarrow provides a playful, safe and nurturing summer program that enhances children's natural desire to learn. Our camp participants learn confidence, teamwork, a sense of community, lessons in the arts, nature, science and environmental awareness. Jarrow is proud to offer its first sports camp, which will teach strategies in soccer, ultimate frisbee and baseball, all taught at the Foothills Community Park Fields. All campers must be potty-trained. Call for a brochure.

Kids and Critters
Longmont Humane Society, 9595 Nelson Rd., Longmont
303-772-1232
www.longmonthumane.org
Kids ages 9-12 can embrace a mission of pet responsibility through hands-on, interactive education helping shelter staff care for dogs, cats and rabbits. Learning about veterinary care and dog training techniques. Making "Paw Print" stationery with favorite shelter critters. Learning about caring for our companion animals and how they communicate with us. Meet real working dogs who are search dogs and therapy dogs. First session begins June 4, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., $150 per session.

The Princeton Review SAT and ACT Prep courses
The Princeton Review of Colorado
1135 Broadway; Ste. 200, Boulder
303-939-9100
For next fall's juniors and seniors, SAT and ACT preparatory courses will be offered throughout summer. See www.review.com for details.

Rainbow Child Care Center
3485 Stanford Ct., Boulder
303-499-3038
We provide care for kids 2-1/2 to 6 years old. We have six teachers, 25 children and 2,634 square feet of play space. We include structured, small-group times and planned activities, as well as plenty of free time to explore and be creative. We emphasize reading to children and positive interaction between kids and adults.

Science Discovery Summer Camps
Westminster
303-492-7188 or 720-974-1862
www.colorado.edu/sciencediscovery
These camps are for kids ages 5-11. Camps focus on outdoor activities, nature and animals. Kids will learn about butterflies, bugs, spiders and more.

September School
1902 Walnut St., Boulder
303-443-9933
www.septemberschool.org
Ages 9-12. Academics and art classes. English composition, French, Spanish, Algebra I and II, Geometry, College/SAT prep, American and world history, photography, music. Runs June 25-July 27.

Stir It Up Cooking School
1140 Lashley Lane., Boulder
www.stiritupcooking.com
303-494-2665
Ages 5-7, June 13-Aug. 15, 9 a.m.-ll:30 a.m. Ages 9-11, June11-Aug. 22, 9 a.m.-noon or 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Ages 12-16, June 25-Aug. 3, 1 p.m.-4:30 p.m. From beginner to advanced, cut, chop, sauté and improvise your way to a new feeling of confidence. You eat what you make so bring your appetite. Menus include main dishes, soups or salads and desserts with flavors from around the world. Choices are offered where possible. Please let us know in advance if you have special requirements.

Summer Study Programs
CU-Boulder
800-666-2556
www.bestsummerever.com
Summer Study Programs offer students a unique 3-, 5- or 6- week summer opportunity. Summer Study Programs offer the "total pre-collegiate experience." Activities include: college credit and enrichment classes, SAT prep, sports, recreation, exciting nightlife and weekend travel adventures.

The Thorne Natural Science School
303-499-3647
www.thorne-eco.org
Thorne Natural Science School offers outdoor hands-on environmental education courses in Boulder and Littleton for young people ages 3-15. We carry on a long tradition of celebrating nature by giving children the opportunity to explore and discover the natural world along the ecosystems of the Front Range. Half- and full-day options are available in both locations.

University of Colorado Integrated Teaching and Learning Program
ITL Laboratory on CU-Boulder Campus
303-492-5230
http://itll.colorado.edu
janet.yowell@colorado.edu
Exploring engineering as a vehicle to integrate math and science, the ITL Program offers a wide range of hands-on engineering workshops and classes for youngsters and teachers from grades K-12. The University of Colorado at Boulder uses the term "outreach" to describe the various ways in which the university extends its expertise for the direct benefit of Colorado communities and other external audiences.

University of Colorado Science Discovery
University of Colorado at Boulder
303-492-7188
www.colorado.edu/sciencediscovery
Science Discovery's summer classes emphasize the excitement of science through hands-on discovery, experimental learning and fun. A wide variety of classes in science and math with multidisciplinary emphasis taught by knowledgeable and enthusiastic teachers ensure that there is an experience from which any child will benefit. These classes are available for students ages 4-14. Classes are offered by the week, June-August.

Wild Bear Science School
PO Box 3017, Nederland
303-258-0495
www.WildBear.org
Mountain Program—Wild Bear's Mountain Program provides a full day of fun in the mountains for ages 5-12, 8 a.m. -3:30 p.m. Based at Nederland Elementary School.
Boulder Program—Wild Bear's Boulder program provides a half day of fun on the grounds surrounding Chautauqua. Ages 5-12. Call or visit website for more information.

Faith-based Camps

Boulder JCC Preschool Day Camp
3800 Kalmia Ave., Boulder
303-448-9939
jccpreschool@boulderjcc.org
www.boulderjcc.org
Summer Camp at the JCC preschool is an enriching and playful experience for children ages 2-1/2 to 5 years old. Campers will make friends, engage in outdoor play, learn new sports, meet special guests, explore many types of artistic materials and much more. Four two-week sessions, June 11-Aug. 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Keitanat Har HaShem
Congregation Har HaShem, Boulder
303-499-7077, ext. 14
harhashemschool.org
A fun-filled day camp for children entering grades 1- 5. We begin each day with Tfillah and songs. Monday and Wednesdays are spent playing and creating in and around Har HaShem. Tuesdays are spent swimming and playing at the East Boulder Recreation Center, and Thursdays are our designated field-trip days. On Fridays we focus on a mitzvah project and spend the morning with residents at Boulder Manor. We also get ready for Shabbat each Friday with songs, stories and challah baking.

Mizel Museum's Camp M! 2006 Summer Enrichment Programs
303-394-9993, ext. 3
www.mizelmuseum.org

• Animal Symbols Sculpture Camp
  Ages 5-7, July 16-20 from 9 a.m.-noon. Create a variety of animals that have special meaning to different peoples of the world. Campers will work with paper maché and clay to make animals come alive.

• The Artist's Way
  Ages 8-12, July 23-27 from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Learn to see from you mind's eye as you meet famous artists in their creative worlds. Be introduced to Chagall's stories told in colored lights. Create Agam's moving hues and shapes. Make a Modigliani sculpture from vegetables. Observe Hundertwasser's whimsical designs and invent your own!

• Big, Bright and Bold Sculpture Camp
  Ages 8-12, Aug. 16-20, from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Put on your creativity cap, let go and get messy as you explore color, shape and texture, giving birth to wild outdoor sculptural creations for display at the Mizel Museum. You will also build and paint your own papier-maché imaginary sculptures to take home.

• Bill Hanzlik/Denver Nuggets Basketball Camp
  Offered at the Gold Crown Field House, 150 S. Harlan St., Lakewood. Grades 2-4, July 16-20 or July 23-27, from 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bring a sack lunch. Campers will learn fundamentals working on shooting, passing and dribbling, plus drills and practice techniques. Each camper receives a camp T-shirt and at least one prize. Check the website at www.goldcrownfoundation.com, or call 303-773-1442.

• Israel Safari
  Ages 4-6, May 29-June 14. Mornings 9 a.m.-noon, Full days 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. From the mysterious and exotic creatures of the sea and desert to everyday pets, you'll explore the wonderful world of Israeli animals through arts and crafts, stories, cooking and songs. Learn about a "dog" that is actually a fish and other Hebrew names for animals.

• Legends, Language and Letters
  Ages 8-12, August 6-10, from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Travel to legendary lands to decipher secret signs, symbols and letters. Learn to write in man's oldest known written language, find out secrets of the ancient Maya and hear Pharaoh's legends told in hieroglyphics. Practice the exquisite art of illuminated Hebrew manuscript writing and dabble in the Samurai's ancient art of calligraphy.

• Passport To Israel
  Ages 6-8, June 11-15. Mornings 9 a.m.-noon, Full days 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. All aboard... with stops in Tel Aviv, Eilat, Tiberius, Haifa and a mud bath at the Dead Sea! Stamp your passport as you explore a different Israeli city daily. Your journey will include arts and crafts, music, acting, Israeli snacks and a sampling of the Hebrew language.

General

ABC for Kids!
ABC for Kids Athletic Facility
Boulder Rock Club, 2829 Mapleton Ave.,
303-443-KIDS
www.abckid.net
ABC for Kids is a unique athletic facility focused on developing agility, balance and coordination in children ages 3-8. Kids are encouraged to learn new skills and independence through programs including: climbing, yoga, pilates, dance and more. Afternoon program involves art exploration. Full-day programs available. Multiple sessions. Call for more information.

B&C Bounce Town
303-378-2843
www.bncbouncers.com
Come have fun in the area's largest indoor bouncer facility. Enjoy 5,000 square feet of interactive inflatables. Perfect for birthday parties, child-care outings or big get-togethers. Open bounce times are available Monday through Friday. For more information, visit our website.

Boulder Parks and Recreation Kids Camp
303-413-7270
www.ci.boulder.co.us/parks-recreation/
Offering a wide variety of classes for children of all ages from June-August. Includes art, dance, tennis, drama, swimming and more. Check the website or brochure for information.

Children's Museum of Denver Summer Programs
2121 Children's Museum Dr., Denver
303-433-7444
www.cmdenver.org
Join the museum this summer for hands-on, interactive and often messy activities. Call for more info.

Circus Camp
Imagination Circus Arts
4747 N. 26th St., Boulder
303-548-9340
www.imaginationcircusarts.com
Learn about the exciting world of the circus! Try your hand at juggling, trapeze, tight wire, unicycle, clowning, acrobatics and more. Discover how to perform with style and grace. Our staff of professional circus trainers will help you bring it all together in a fun performance at the end of the week. July 16-20, July 23-27, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., ages 8-16, $250 per child, per session. Call for information.

The Cottage Excursion Camp
Boulder/Longmont
303-449-4380
www.cottageschools.com
An activity-packed program with daily excursions to amusement parks, horseback riding, swimming, skating, a bowling center and museums, etc., in addition to the sports, games, cooking, crafts, science and other activities at the base camp. For ages 5-12, grouped by age. Enrollment by week, two- to five-days per week. Two locations available in both Boulder and Longmont.

Eldorado Yoga Camp
2875 County Rd., 67, Boulder
303-494-3051 or 303-249-1671
www.EldoradoYoga.org
Kids will have a blast at our fun-filled, five-day camps in Eldorado Springs. This camp integrates the mind/body/spirit benefits of Yoga with traditional camp activities.

Friends' School Summer Camp
5465 Pennsylvania Ave., Boulder
303-499-1999, ext. 223
www.friendsschoolboulder.org
Ages 3-6, June 18-Aug. 3, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon. The camp will include arts and crafts, make-believe, water play, building activities and lots of time for fun and exploration. Each week will be focused on a kid-oriented theme.

Kangaroo Kingdom
Lafayette
303-926-7550 / www.TheKangarooKingdom.com
Bounce, crawl, rock, jump, sing, laugh and learn! Ages 5 weeks to 5 years. Providing families with parent/child classes to stimulate mind and body in a clean, safe and fun soft play environment. Sing and play, infant massage and play, open gym, birthday parties, languages, parenting workshops and much more. Visit us online, or hop in to see why we've been voted best place to play with kids.

The Living School
1852 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder
303-449-0866 / www.livingschool.org
Ages 5-12. Half- and full-day programs, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m., June 25-Aug. 17. Set your child's creativity free this summer at The Living School. In this unique learner-directed program, your child is invited to invent, create and imagine! Build a castle, plant a garden, lead a community project, read by the creek, hike, create and perform a play. The sky's the limit. Sign up for one week or all eight. Need-based financial aid available. Cost: Half-days—$150 per week, or $550 for four weeks. Full-days—$190 per week, or $675 for four weeks.

Rainbow Child Care Center
3485 Stanford Ct., Boulder / 303-499-3038
mt.calvaryrainbowcenter@hotmail.com
Rainbow is a small, high-quality, learning-based center tucked away in South Boulder, which has provided a safe, nurturing environment for more than 25 years. We provide care for kids from age 2-1/2 to 6 years. We have six teachers, 25 children and 2,634 square feet of play space (and that's just inside)! We include structured, small-group times with planned activities and also plenty of free time to explore and be creative. We place great emphasis on reading to children, positive interaction between adults and children and being playful and fun.

Running River Summer Camp
1370 Forest Park Circle., Lafayette
303-499-2059
rrsummercamp@yahoo.com
www.runningriver.org
Day camp for ages 5-9. June-July, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Weekly and biweekly sessions. Nature-theme based, hiking, crafts and fun, seasoned teachers, contemplative, safe environment, small-group focus. $215/week, scholarships and before- and after-care available.

Shining Mountain Waldorf School
999 Violet, Boulder / 303-444-7697
Parent/child program. Ages birth-3; Aug. 13, 15 and 17
Pre-School Kindergarten program. Ages 3-6, June 25-29, July 9-15 and Aug. 13-17
Art & Summer Fun Camp. Grades 1-6, June 18-22 and 25-29
Middle school girls volleyball. June 11-15
Middle school girls/boys basketball, June 18-22
Middle school girls/boys crosscountry, Aug. 6-10

Summer Camp Fun
Mountain Shadows Montessori School
4154 N. 63rd St., Boulder / 303-530-5353
Please call for more information and a brochure.

Sunset Academy
711 S. Sunset St., Longmont / 303-651-6600
Enroll two- to five-days a week. Daily excursions featuring swimming, skating, bowling, roller blading, museums, nature hikes and more. Ages 5-12.

Teens Inc. Summer Day Camp
151 East St., Nederland
303-258-3821
julia@teensinc.org
Arts and crafts, outdoor games, field trips and more! A fun, creative, safe, recreational day camp for your child. Now offering a sports camp as well. Ages 5-11. Call for more information.

YMCA of Boulder Valley Summer Programs
2850 Mapleton St., Boulder
303-442-2778
www.ymcabv.org
For ages 3-17. Caring, safe, fun and quality camps and programs. Day camps for ages 4-6 include sports, nature, science, fine arts and "Y Riders" bicycling. Youth and teen camps include adventure camps (rock climbing, white-water rafting, wilderness), bicycling camp and sports. Countywide camp locations. School-based programs in 10 locations.

Horse Riding

Academy Stables
Lafayette
303-665-4637
www.AcademyStables.com
This camp runs over spring break and all summer long. Our activities are designed for kids 6 and up, and our sessions run from Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon. Lessons include horse care, horse shows, games and demonstrations. The cost is $295 per camp. Call for early bird discounts.

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center
11968 Mineral Rd., Longmont
303-652-9131
director@ctrcinc.org
The CTRC servies children and adults with a wide range of special needs, such as cerebral palsy, developmental delays, learning disabilities, multiple sclerosis, stroke, mental health issues and behavior challenges. The spring sessions starts on March 19 and runs for 10 weeks. Cost is $295 for a group class or $380 for private lessons. Summer camps run Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Choose from six different options.

Cornerstone Summer Horsemanship Camp
4255 Nelson Rd., Longmont
303-828-9040
www.cornerstonefarminc.com
Cornerstone is designed for children 8 and up. Camps run Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Each day includes riding lessons, stable management and recreation. The cost is $400 for the week. Sessions start on June 18 and run through Aug. 17.

Justin-Time E-quine
Call Justin or Elizabeth at 303-887-6030 or 303-717-3362
Horse training, Western and English riding lessons and horseshoeing. Private and group lessons available by the hour.

A Rising Star Equestrian Center
9470 Indiana St., Arvada
303-431-4675
www.arisinigstareqcenter.com
Everyday is an adventure in equine education, and fun is the emphasis! Starting with safety on the ground, students learn how to catch, halter, lead, groom and tack up their horses. Every day includes a group horseback riding lesson. Riding lessons are also available for hour-long and half-hour lessons. We have experienced instructors on-site who teach a variety of disciplines, and if you do not have a horse of your own we have lesson horses and ponies.

Outdoors

Adventure Quest Day Camps
302 Pearl St., Boulder
303-786-9216
www.renaissanceadventures.com
Ages 6-16, June to August. Be the hero of a mythical quest! Active outdoor Renaissance-themed questing games. Solve mysteries and riddles, brainstorm creative solutions to puzzling dilemmas, swashbuckle with foam swords and negotiate peace treaties. Also offering overnight camps for ages 9-16 from July 10-13.

A4 Adventure
PO Box 287, Boulder 80306 / 720-249-2412
info@Avid4.com / www.avid4.com
Avid4 Adventure offers fun, age-appropriate and safety-focused outdoor pursuits, including rock climbing, mountain biking, hiking, kayaking, canoeing and much more! One-week sessions, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Ages 7-12, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $325. Ages 5-6, 9 a.m.-11:45 a.m. or 11:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $175. Boulder camp dates are June 11-Aug. 24. New locations in Longmont from June 4-Aug. 17. This year there are new sleep-away and travel camps! American Camp Association accredited.

Alaya Summer Camp
3340 19th St., Boulder / 303-449-5248
Day camp for grades 1-3. Children spend time at the school as well as out in the community swimming, hiking and exploring Boulder's many parks.

Climbing For Life
303-881-8129 / www.climbingforlife.org
Climbing For Life is a nonprofit organization devoted to healthy youth development in at-risk populations from the Denver metro area. Programs, including our long-term mentoring program, provide young people with challenging personal experiences through outdoor education. Call or visit our website for specific times and dates.

Colorado Mountain Ranch Summer Day Programs
10063 Gold Hill Rd., Boulder / 303-442-4557
office@coloradomountainranch.com
Specialized programs in mountainboarding, horseback riding, animal care, Native American Indian lore and more. Also offering ropes courses and teen adventures. For boys and girls ages 7-16. Camp dates are June 18-Aug. 14.

Colorado Youth Program
205 Canyon Blvd., Suite 105 Boulder
303-402-9656
www.coloradoyouthprogram.org

• Mountain Summer Camp
  Explore nature in the mountains! 10-day coed backcountry tent camp focused on environmental education, conservation and fun! Campers study mountain ecosystems while they breathe fresh air and revel in the beauty of their natural surroundings. Enjoy whitewater rafting, bird banding, fishing, campfires and more. CYP empowers kids ages 11-16 to make a difference in our world. Scholarships available.

• Teen Adventure Camp
  Experience the outdoor adventure of a lifetime! For 10 amazing days, teens ages 15-17 backpack through the wilderness along the Continental Divide. Enjoy alpine lakes, waterfalls and breathtaking views, fish for trout, explore canyons and more. Tailored for older teens to increase outdoor skills. Space is limited.

CU Science Discovery Summer Classes
303-492-7188
www.colorado.edu/ScienceDiscovery
A program of the University of Colorado at Boulder that offers unique activity-based science, math and technology classes for ages 4-16. Small class size, more than 180 summer classes, experienced teachers.

field experiences and use of community and university resources. Class topics include geology, astronomy, art and science, marine biology, chemistry, Lego mechanics, ponds and streams, and much more.

Cure Organic Farm Kids' Camp
7416 Valmont Rd., Boulder
303-666-6397 / www.cureorganicfarm.com
Ages 6-9. Weekly sessions June 25-Aug. 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. With the farm as a living classroom, children develop a deeper sense of community through shared work and play in the Giving Garden, working with the farm animals, by making arts and crafts using natural fibers, harvesting, preparing and eating food fresh from the garden and through play, songs and stories. Cost: $225 per week.

eXperience, Inc.
8426 N. Foothills Hwy, Boulder
303-447-1212, 1-800-447-1212
www.heros-experience.com
Ages 6-16. Providing education through interactive storytelling. Our active, outdoor game is designed to cultivate the imagination, develop self-esteem, communication and problem-solving skills. Take a mythical and magical journey to a world where enchantment abounds and you become the hero of your own exciting adventure! Also offering an all-girls group with female staff.

Girls Wilderness Program Adventure Camp
Women's Wilderness Institute
Boulder / 303-938-9191
www.womenswilderness.org
Four-12 day courses include backpacking, rock climbing, hiking and expressive arts in Colorado and southern Wyoming. Tuition includes food, gear and clothing. Generous full- and partial-scholarships available. Ages 12-17. Courses run June-August.

Horizon Adventures, Inc.
Denver / 303-393-7297
www.horizonadventures.com
A private independent camp for young men and women ages 13-17. In addition to teaching technical skills, each course stresses backcountry safety, wilderness education, environmental awareness and, most of all, fun. The 6-12 day courses offer activities such as rock climbing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting and 14,000 ft. peak assents.

Kent Mountain Adventure Center
P.O. Box 835, Estes Park / 970-586-5990
www.kmaconline.com
Check our website to see the variety of outdoor experiences available to kids, from tepee camping and rock climbing to hiking and canoeing in Colorado and beyond.

Singletrack Mountain Bike Adventures (SMBA)
303-447-8014 / www.lertprograms.com/smba
Singletrack Mountain Bike Adventures (SMBA) is the leader in junior development mountain biking. Established in 1993, SMBA provides programs for riders of all abilities, beginner to expert racer, ages 7-18. The low coach-to-rider ratio and curriculum allow individuals to excel with confidence in every facet of the sport. SMBA competitive training and racing programs for ages 12-18 begin in early April.

Performing Arts

Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities
6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada
www.arvadacenter.org / 720-898-7200
Plan your summer now! The Arvada Center offers a wide range of classes and camps for children and teens, including drama, dance, fine arts, storytelling, music and photography. Request a class catalog online at www.arvadacenter.org.

Ballet Nouveau Summer Dance Camp
Broomfield / www.BalletNouveauColorado.org
303-466-5685
Summer's a great time to dance, and there's no better place than Ballet Nouveau! Get the very best training while having fun, learning new skills and performing for friends and family. We have the popular Fairytale Ballet Camp for young students or the Advanced Summer Intensive with world-class teachers. This camp is for pre-schoolers through adults.

Boulder Arts Academy Summer Camps
Dairy Center for the Arts
2590 Walnut St., Suite B, Boulder
303-449-9291
www.boulderartsacademy.org
Over 50 different camps for all ages and abilities and a variety of camp times and durations. Camps include: I Got Rhythm, Tons of Fun Musical Theatre, Girls Rock Guitar, Fantastic Fiddlers, Drumming Camp, Pens and Notes, Jazz Camp and more! Register by March 31 for a 5 percent discount.

• Tons of Fun Musical Theater!
  Ages 8-12, June 11-22, 8:30 a.m.-noon. Kids will love this upbeat, fun and exciting musical theater camp conducted by three talented and enthusiastic vocalists and performers: Patricia Irby, Karlene Mueller and Ernie Hargett. Kids of all skill levels will have a great time improving their acting, improv, dance and voice skills, while participating in a fully staged production. Final performance: June 21, 6:30 p.m.

• Music Galore!
  All summer long, the Boulder Arts Academy offers a wide range of basic and introductory music lessons, choirs and ensembles.

Boulder Arts Academy/Boulder Ballet Dance Camps
Dairy Center for the Arts
2590 Walnut St., Suite B, Boulder
303-449-9291 / www.boulderartsacademy.org

• I Got Rhythm
  Ages 6-11. July 9-13, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Everything we do has rhythm. Students will explore the natural rhythm of our everyday lives and reveal how we move in rhythm without even knowing it. Using that movement and building upon it, students will ultimately present an incredible, high-energy, on-stage performance for family and friends during Friday's class.

• Just Move Dude!
  Ages 6-11. July 9-13, 11 a.m.-noon. This movement class is just for boys. Using familiar sports moves, with rhythm and timing, students will explore the natural rhythm of our everyday lives. Using that movement and building upon it, students will ultimately present an incredible, high-energy, on-stage performance for family and friends during Friday's class.

CenterStage Theater Company
303-673-9095
www.centerstagetheatercompany.org
July 10-14—Ages 4-6, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Ages 7-8, 1-4 p.m.
Dramatic and Comedy—July 24-28. Ages 9-13, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Musical Theater—July 17-21. Ages 9-13, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cost is $125, and camps are held at the Dairy Center for the Arts.
Singing in the Summer—Contact CTC for details.

Circus Arts Camp
303-548-9340 / www.ImaginationCircusArts.com
4747 N. 26th St., Boulder
Learn and perform exciting circus arts like trapeze, tight wire, unicycle, acrobatics, clowning and more! Bring lunch, a water bottle and clothes. $250 per session.

Colorado Shakespeare Festival's Summer Camp Programs
CSF Education Outreach, Boulder
303-492-1537
www.coloradoshakes.org/education/summer/camp.cfm
Camp Shakespeare—Held on-site at CSF's facilities on the CU-Boulder campus, this lively and challenging four-week summer program focuses on the skills needed for acting Shakespeare. Participants also take workshops on costume, vocal production, set design, stage combat and movement. Cost is $500 if payment is received by April 6, $600 if received by May 4, $650 if received by June 1, and $700 if received after June 1. Ages 11-18, July 23-Aug. 18.

Curious Theatre Company
303-623-2349 / www.curioustheatre.org
Curious New Voices: An intensive Summer Playwriting Workshop for ages 15-21, July 9-29. This three week program involves writing an original short play with the help of experienced instructors and nationally recognized playwrights. The camp culminates in a staged reading festival July 27-29.

Denver Center Theatre Academy
1245 Champa St., Denver / 303-446-4892
www.denvercenter.org
The Denver Center Theatre Academy is offering summer Performing Arts Camps and classes for children ages 3-18. Please call or visit our website for more information.

Kamp Kutandara For Kids
303-443-2969 / www.kutandara.com
Celebrating the music and cultures of Africa.
Give your child an experience to remember this summer! African drumming, Zimbabwean marimba, African crafts and dance, new friends and great fun! Call for a schedule of summer camps and classes.

Looking Glass Arts Filmmaking Intensive
303-440-0790 / www.lookingglassarts.org
Ages 14-18. Using a multi-dimensional approach to developing, shooting and editing a film, the participants will learn the ancient art of storytelling with the contemporary tools and techniques of professional video cameras and computers. This is a very hands-on experience that will challenge the norm and explore the nature of creativity. Sessions: June 14-July 12 Cost: $1,995, scholarship funds available.

Mountain Song Music Studio
303-413-1120 / www.mountainsongmusic.com
Offers a variety of summer music programs for infants to 7-year-olds. Music Together, Kindermusik Adventures, Piano Lessons and Birthday Parties.

Peanut Butter Players Sum Fun Musical Theater
1370 Miners Dr., Lafayette / 303-786-8727
bcn.boulder.co.us/arts/pbp/
Theater workshops for kids ages 7-18. No experience necessary. Study musical theater, act, sing, dance, make costumes, props, perform for parents and friends. Call or check online for summer schedule. Call for directions to our facility.

Rocky Mountain Center for Musical Arts
200 E. Baseline Rd., Lafayette / 303-665-0599
www.rmcma.org
Nonprofit community school for all ages and abilities. Varied programs include individual and small group lessons on all instruments and voice, Music Together early childhood classes, theory classes, musical theater workshop for teens and Classically Kids—a new workshop collaboration with the Colorado Music Festival. Call for details. Tuition assistance is available.

Rocky Mountain Theatre for Kids—Summer Creative Arts Camp
303-245-8150
www.theaterforkids.net
Participate in theater improvisation and performance, scene study, mime, masks, puppetry, directing and field trips. Running sessions for kids ages 3-16 throughout the summer in Denver and Boulder. Small intimate groups and public performances at the end of each session. Call for more information or to register, or attend our special open house on Saturday, March 10, from 3-6 p.m. at The Magic Playhouse, 5311 Western Ave., Suite D, Boulder.

Showstoppers Summer Theater Camp
Boulder JCC / 3800 Kalmia Ave., Boulder
303-618-7014
www.boulderartsacademy.org
Showstoppers is a non-stop summer fun with dance, theatre and music. Learn to write and create your own show, including costume and set design. Each day involves outdoor activities, lunch and play time with friends. For 1st-4th graders. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. July 9-20, $345.

Special Needs

Boulder Parks and Recreation Kids Camp
303-413-7270
www.ci.boulder.co.us/parks-recreation/
Offering a wide variety of classes for children of all ages from June-August. Includes art, dance, tennis, drama, swimming and more. Check the website or brochure for information.

Brain Training Summer Camp
2501 Walnut St., Suite 205, Boulder
303.417.1797
www.neuroAgility.com
Summers with ADD/ADHD children can be a trial. Make this one a triumph instead. Enroll your son or daughter in Brain Training Summer Camp presented by neuroAgility. The camp is the equivalent of 2-6 months of neurofeedback in an intense six weeks. NeuroAgility will create an individualized brain training program that will help with focus, time management skills, motivation and confidence and will help your child start school next fall on the right foot.

Chatter Bug
Contact Melanie Potock at 303-589-2553
Melanie Potock has over 14 years of experience providing creative speech language therapy for children in their homes or schools. Her specialities include picky eaters and feeding disorders, articulation and oral facial myology, and boosting language and early reading skills.

Sports

Alexander Dawson Summer Camp
10455 Dawson Dr., Lafayette
303-665-6679 (ext. 647)
www.dawsonschool.org
Our camp program offers the following sports activities for kids ages 5-18: basketball, volleyball, tennis, soccer, lacrosse, baseball, martial arts and swimming. For academics, we offer: writing, science, literature, Spanish, computers and study skills. In the arts, we have: photography, ceramics, jewelry, knitting, improv, woodworking and more.

Boulder County Force Soccer Camps
Boulder / 303-443-8877
www.bcforce.com
For ages 6-16. Boulder's premier summer soccer camp. Monday-Friday, from 9 a.m.-noon. One-week sessions. Camp begins June 14.

Boulder Quest Center
303-440-3647 / www.boulderquest.com
info@boulderquest.com
Boulder Quest Center programs bridge the gap between the timeless wisdom of the East and the fresh pragmatism of the West by exploring the fullness of human potential in the physical, mental and spiritual realms. Begin your adventure in To-Shin Do martial arts, mind-science meditation, Quest Cardio or Mighty Dragons (ages 4-6) today. Help kids experience their potential through intelligent training, realistic challenges, and powerful friends and teachers.

City of Boulder Sports Camps
303-441-4137 or 303-441-4427
www.ci.boulder.co.us/parks-recreation
Tennis, cheerleading, soccer, volleyball and more. Check for schedule and locations. Ages vary by sport.

Colorado Soccer Camp
303-735-0530 / www.cusoccercamp.com
cusoccercamp@aol.com
Individually and in small groups, field players and goalkeepers ages 4-18 of all ability levels receive training in basic and advanced techniques and tactics. Our top-notch staff features the current University of Colorado women's coaches, current and former University of Colorado players and college coaches from every part of the country.

The Connection
Boulder / 303-492-6338 or 303-492-5461
theconnection@colorado.edu
www.colorado.edu/umc/fun
Make bowling a part of your camp, youth group or family recreation. Open to the public.

CU Tennis Camps
303-735-0443 / www.cubuffs.com
This program offers tennis lessons for all ages and skill levels. Registration begins in late March. Sessions start in May and run through June. Ages 3-adult are welcome. Clinics will include lessons on technique, strategy, drill instruction, footwork and more. Prices range from $85-$290.

Girls Basketball Camp at CU-Boulder
303-492-6086 / www.cubuffs.com (click on 'camps')
Individual Camp—June 18-21
Father/Son Camp—June 16-18
Team Camp—June 23-25
Elite Camp— June 30-July1
Call or visit our website for more information.

Singletrack Mountain Bike Adventures (SMBA)
303-447-8014 / www.lertprograms.com/smba
Singletrack Mountain Bike Adventures (SMBA) is the leader in junior development mountain biking. Established in 1993, SMBA provides programs for riders of all abilities, beginner to expert racer, ages 7-18. The low coach-to-rider ratio and curriculum allow individuals to excel with confidence in every facet of the sport. SMBA competitive training and racing programs for ages 12-18 begin in early April.

The Spot Boulder Gym
3240 Prairie Ave., Boulder / 303-379-8806
www.thespotgym.com
programing@thespotgym.com
The largest bouldering gym in the world with a 12,000-sq.-foot state-of-the-art facility. Indoor and outdoor climbing sessions June through August. Children grouped according to age and ability, ages 6-16. Call for more information.

Teens Inc. British Soccer Camp
151 East St., Nederland / 303-258-3821
British soccer camp, June 25-29. Also offering a general summer camp with arts and crafts, gymnastics, music, field trips and more! Call for more information.

Residential Camps

Educational

CU Science Discovery Wilderness Camps
303-492-7188
www.colorado.edu/ScienceDiscovery
CU Science Discovery Wilderness Camps connect youth with the natural world through rafting, canoeing, rock climbing, llama trekking, wolf ecology, geology, biology, mountain biking, archaeology, astronomy and community building.

Summer Study Programs
CU––Boulder / 800-666-2556
www.bestsummerever.com
Summer Study Programs offer students a unique 3-, 5- or 6-week summer opportunity. Summer Study Programs offer the "total pre-collegiate experience." Activities include: college credit and enrichment classes, SAT prep, sports, recreation, exciting nightlife and weekend travel adventures.

Faith-based camps

Camp Shwayder
303-388-4013 ext.327
www.shwayder.com
Focusing on Jewish values for children entering grades 3-10. High up in the Rockies, camp activities include hiking, camping, arts and crafts, horseback riding and singing. There are six sessions over the summer. First session begins June 11.

JCC Ranch Camp
21441 N. Elbert Rd., Elbert
303-316-6384
www.ranchcamp.org
Programs for grades 2-11. Includes horseback riding, sports, crafts, swimming and more. Jewish values are woven into camp experience. Sessions include the Ranch Program, Mountain Biking Adventure, Teen Adventure and Service Corp, Teen Village Expedition and Mini Camp.

Outdoors

Adventure Quest Overnight Camp
Calwood, Jamestown
303-786-9216
www.renaissanceadventures.com
Ages 9-16, July 10-13. Be the hero of a mythical quest! Active outdoor Renaissance-themed questing games. Solve mysteries and riddles, brainstorm creative solutions to puzzling dilemmas, swashbuckle with foam swords and negotiate peace treaties.

Colorado Mountain Camps
1-800-651-8336
Colorado Mountain Camps offer a residential youth camp and youth wilderness trips. Traditional camp experiences like arts and crafts, horseback riding, sports and games are mixed with adventure activities like backpacking, rock climbing and white-water rafting.

Colorado Youth Program
205 Canyon Blvd., Suite 105 Boulder
303-402-9656 / www.coloradoyouthprogram.org

• Mountain Summer Camp
  Explore nature in the mountains! 10-day coed backcountry tent camp focused on environmental education, conservation and fun! Campers study mountain ecosystems while they breathe fresh air and revel in the beauty of their natural surroundings. Enjoy whitewater rafting, bird banding, fishing, campfires and more. CYP empowers kids ages 11-16 to make a difference in our world. Scholarships available.

• Teen Adventure Camp
  Experience the outdoor adventure of a lifetime! For ten amazing days, teens ages 15-17 backpack through the wilderness along the Continental Divide. Enjoy alpine lakes, waterfalls and breathtaking views, fish for trout, explore canyons and more. Tailored for older teens to increase outdoor skills. space is limited.

EDUCO Camps
1-800-332-7340
www.educointernational.org
Adventure program for kids ages 9-18. Nurtures leadership abilities, teaches respect for the natural world and compassion, as well as instilling a sense of purpose in the young and young at heart. Activities include backpacking, rock climbing, rafting, hiking, "leaving no trace" camping and more.

Girls Wilderness Program Adventure Camp
Women's Wilderness Institute
5723 Arapahoe Ave., Suite 1B, Boulder
303-938-9191
www.womenswilderness.org
Hungry for some adventure? On this course, you'll spend six days learning the outdoor skills of camping, backpacking and rock climbing, while building friendships and having fun! The six-day course includes art projects, rock climbing and a two-night backpacking trip and peak climb in Colorado State Forest. Ages 12-13, call for more information.

Horizon Adventures, Inc.
Denver / 303-393-7297
www.horizonadventures.com
A private independent camp for young men and women ages 13-17. In addition to teaching technical skills, each course stresses backcountry safety, wilderness ecucation, environmental awareness and, most of all, fun. The 6-12 day courses offer activities such as rock climbing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting and 14,000 ft. peak assents.

Kent Mountain Adventure Center
P.O. Box 835, Estes Park
970-586-5990
www.kmaconline.com
Ages 9-17, multi-day, overnight residential camp. Transportation provided; success-oriented; emphasis on personal growth. Rock climbing, backpacking, mountain biking and mountaineering skills. Personal clothing is all that's needed; technical equipment, sleeping bags and camping gear provided. Call for fees.

Wild Bear Science School
PO Box 3017, Nederland
303-258-0495
www.WildBear.org
Mountain Program—Wild Bear's Mountain Program provides a full day of fun in the mountains for ages 5-12, 8 a.m. -3:30 p.m. Based at Nederland Elementary School.
Boulder Program—Wild Bear's Boulder program provides a half day of fun on the grounds surrounding Chautauqua. Ages 5-12. Call or visit website for more information.

Performing Arts

Rock and Roll Camp
San Diego, St. Louis, New York
800-897-6677
www.powerchordacademy.com
San Diego: From June 24-July 21, St. Louis: July 1-July 14, New York: July 8-Aug. 4.Young musicians age 12-18 will get the opportunity to play in a band, make a video, record a CD, meet a touring band and perform a concert. This camp teaches the understanding necessary to succeed in the professional music industry.

Special Needs

Champ Camp
American Lung Association of Colorado
Greenwood Village / 800-LUNG-USA
champcamp@lungcolorado.org
Champ Camp is a unique combination of outdoor fun and asthma education. For six days, professional medical volunteers teach campers about asthma and new ways to manage it. Activities range from rock climbing to canoeing to zip line. Ages 7-14, with moderate to severe asthma. July 15-21.

Colorado Center for the Blind
2233 West Shepperd Ave., Littleton
303-778-1130
www.cocenter.org
The Summer Youth Programs at the Colorado Center for the Blind are designed to enable blind students to obtain the skills needed to achieve success in school, interact with peers in a variety of social situations, gain a knowledge of the working world and build self-confidence and self-esteem. Teenagers from around the country and around the world will be participating in a sports camp involving swimming, track and field, judo, wrestling and goal ball.

Colorado Lions Camp
PO Box 9043, Woodland Park
719-687-2087
www.coloradolionscamp.org
Residential camp for persons with visual and/or hearing and/or speech impairments, mild cognitive and/or physical challenges. For ages 8-18, 19-30, and 30+. Separate week-long sessions for each age group throughout the summer. Activities include horseback riding, swimming, nature studies, storytelling, astronomy, high/low ropes, fishing, Western re-enactment and open campfire. Not wheelchair accessible. Financial sponsorship available. Continuous registration.

Sports

Alexander Dawson Summer Institute and Sports Camp
10455 Dawson Dr., Lafayette
303-665-6679
www.dawsonschool.org
The Dawson School summer institute and sports camp offer the following activities for students ages 5-18: basketball, volleyball, tennis, soccer, lacrosse, softball, football, acting, photography, exploration arts camp, ceramics, jewelry making, woodworking and our All Sports Camp. Call for prices and dates.

Singletrack Mountain Bike Adventures (SMBA)
303-447-8014
www.lertprograms.com/smba
Singletrack Mountain Bike Adventures (SMBA) is the leader in junior development mountain biking. Established in 1993, SMBA provides programs for riders of all abilities, beginner to expert racer, ages 7-18. The low coach-to-rider ratio and curriculum allow individuals to excel with confidence in every facet of the sport. SMBA competitive training and racing programs for ages 12-18 begin in early April.

Vail Mountain Bike Camp
970-479-2279
www.vailrec.com
A variety of camping activities are available for kids of all ages, including sports, outdoors and educational opportunities. Call or visit website for more information. Ages 13 and up.

Travel

AAVE Teen Adventures
1-800-222-3595
www.aave.com
Teenagers enjoy summer adventure travel in two- to six-week camps in locals such as Colorado, Alaska, Hawaii, Costa Rica, France, Australia and many more. Backpack, raft, mountain bike, rock climb, kayak, sail and speak French or Spanish. Prices and dates listed online.

Colorado Outward Bound School
866-746-9777
www.cobs.org
Myriad trips and recreational activities are available through Outward Bound. Call or visit website for more information.