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Camp Voyageur
Residential boys' summer camp
Camp Voyageur, owned and operated by the Erdmann family since 1951, is a small private camp for boys 9-17 located next to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in northeastern Minnesota.
We have a traditional in camp program but our specialty is canoeing trips. We lead 3-16 wilderness trips canoeing in the Boundary Waters and Canada's Quetico Provincial Park. In addition we also lead hiking along the North Shore of Lake Superior and on Isle Royale National Park and we lead sea kayaking in the Apostle Island National Lake Shore. Our in camp program of land and water sports includes: waterskiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, ultimate Frisbee, archery, rock climbing, sailing, arts/crafts, and much more. 1 well trained counselor to 4 campers.
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Wellspring Academy of California Summer Session
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Academy of California, the premier treatment program for adolescent obesity and the first boarding school for weight loss, welcomes students for summer session. Wellspring Academy is the only summer weight loss program or camp where students earn academic credit, lose weight and catch up or accelerate academically this summer at Wellspring Academy.
Wellspring Academy of California offers 3 different summer programs, ages 11-24. High School Summer Academic Program: Earn summer credits while participating in Wellspring's renowned weight loss and fitness program, Wellspring Academy of California Summer College Program: Academic option with online or local college curriculum and Wellspring Academy of California Adventure Program: incorporates a series of off-campus adventure trips and on-campus activities. Enrollment is open year-round.
Nutrition and culinary classes paired with the delicious food served in the dining hall guarantee knowledge of and love for new foods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a "BC" (Behavioral Coach) in group and individual sessions knits these elements together into comprehensive lifestyle change for rapid weight loss and long-term weight control.
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Emagination Computer Camps
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Technology PLUS Summer Camp Fun! Emagination blends the latest in technology with fun non-tech activities that create a well-rounded summer camp experience for kids & teens ages 8 -17. Two-week sessions allow time to make friends and become part of a community.
Beginners to experts choose three workshops from a selection including: 3D Art, 3D Animation, Flash®, Digital Music, Video Game Design, Robotics, RC Cars, iApps, Java.
Recreation is an important part of the program. Campers get unplugged in outdoor games, swimming, Color Wars and more.
University locations near Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia and Atlanta bring together kids like me from nearby towns, states across America and many foreign countries. It's Worth the Trip!
The Emagination Difference
* Three different technology workshops each day --- learn multiple topics.
* Two-week sessions --- time to make new friends and become a part of a summer camp community.
* Recreation and socializing are important --- campers learn tech skills and life skills.
* Weekend activities --- tuition includes Saturday Color Wars and other activities
* Senior Camp for Teens --- more independence, free time and special activities.
Emagination also offers a separate and immersive two-week course in video game development for teens 15-18.
Emagination Game Design Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Get Inside the Game! Teens 15-18 create a 3D video game. Learn creative and technical skills > Choose a role on the development team --- 3D Animator, Level Designer, Audio Artist, Programmer > Build a playable game > Present to a panel of experts > Tour a game development studio > Learn from guest speakers.
Teens come to Emagination Game Design in Atlanta, Boston or Los Angeles from all across America and many foreign countries. We assist with transportation. It's Worth the Trip!
The Benefits of Emagination Game Design
* Teens learn from a team of highly qualified Emagination instructors.
* Teens experience what it's like to work in today's video game design industry.
* Teens learn industry standard software including Maya, 3ds Max, Photoshop® and Unreal Engine 3.
* Teens accept responsibility for part of the game and experience teamwork and deadlines.
* Teens gain public speaking skills as they present their game to a panel of game industry experts.
* Teens see the pros in action on a tour of a game development studio.
* Teens learn from game studio executives who come to campus as guest speakers.
* Teens get unplugged in daily outdoor recreation or swimming.
Pali Overnight Adventures
Residential coed summer camp
THE CAMP OF CHOICE! Pali Adventures is a specialty summer experience, nestled nr Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California. With Pali 16 unique specialties, Pali Adventures has a specialty to suit most campers.
Our custom-designed, one- and two-week residential specialties include Fashion, Film, Culinary and Broadcasting Institutes, Action Adventures like Secret Agent, Extreme Action, Hollywood Stunts, Motor sports and Girl Power Extreme, and creative pursuits like our Acting and Dance Academy's, Movie Make-up, Rock Star, Flying Trapeze and CIT/Leadership programs.
Pali's 100% free-choice afternoons allow campers to choose from over 50 activities ranging from arts and crafts to zip lines, adventure activities to watersports and so much more!
Our campers also choose their favorite evening activities upon arrival in camp from an array of incredible options with Casino nights, pandemonium, mimic mania, themed dances to name just a few of our camper's favorites. A world class staff, must attend an industry leading 14-day staff training (standard within the industry is 8 days), will make this summer camp experience one your child will never forget!
Pali has 74 scenic acres with great facilities, modern cabins equipped with full bathroom and shower facilities. Excellent food! GREAT FUN!
Cheley Colorado Camps
Residential coed summer camp
Cheley Colorado Camps own 1300 spectacular high-country acres surrounded by snow-capped peaks that soar to 14,000 feet. The historic campus, 75 miles northwest of Denver, borders Rocky Mountain National Park and the Roosevelt National Forest. Cheley Camps provides 9 to 17 year-olds the summer of their lives.
Activities include hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, outcamping, rock climbing, mountain biking, crafts, and sports and white water rafting .
Camp Voyageur
Residential boys' summer camp
Camp Voyageur, owned and operated by the Erdmann family since 1951, is a small private camp for boys 9-17 located next to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in northeastern Minnesota.
We have a traditional in camp program but our specialty is canoeing trips. We lead 3-16 wilderness trips canoeing in the Boundary Waters and Canada's Quetico Provincial Park. In addition we also lead hiking along the North Shore of Lake Superior and on Isle Royale National Park and we lead sea kayaking in the Apostle Island National Lake Shore. Our in camp program of land and water sports includes: waterskiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, ultimate Frisbee, archery, rock climbing, sailing, arts/crafts, and much more. 1 well trained counselor to 4 campers.
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