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Texas Summer Camps
Kickapoo Kamp for Girls
Residential girls' summer camp
For 80 years, generations of families have enjoyed the traditions and shared the memories of their summers spent at Kickapoo Kamp. Our history and our smaller size set us apart from other private girl's camps. Limiting our enrollment to around 110 campers, ages 7 to 17, allows us to emphasize the "family" atmosphere we feel is so important. Kickapoo offers a fun environment that helps to build self-confidence, self-awareness and self-acceptance. Our counselors are wholesome role models who share common values and are dedicated to children. One, two or three week sessions available.
Activities include: horseback riding, swimming, water skiing, gymnastics, arts & crafts, cheerleading, riflery, archery, tennis, ping pong, dance, fishing, drama, canoeing, flags, aerobic dance, etc. One, two and three week sessions available.
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iD Tech Summer Computer Camps
Residential and Day Coed Computer Camps
"I've been to this camp for 6 years now. The counselors are amazing and the whole experience is something that I wish I could do year round. I learn more in a week at iD than I do in a year at my school." -Spencer, Student
Experience North America's most reputable and distinguished summer technology program for beginner to advanced students. Over 100,000 kids and teens worldwide have learned to create 2D and 3D video games, websites with Flash, C++ and Java programs, iPhone and Facebook apps, graphic designs with Photoshop and Illustrator, 3D models and animations with Maya, digital movies, robots, all with products experts use in their professions.
Enroll in these fun and challenging, weeklong, day and residential summer camps, located at over 60 prestigious universities in the U.S. and Canada. Juniors and Seniors can even earn Continuing Education Units. Alumni can hone their skills before and after summer with iD 365 – Endless Summer, complimentary online workshops lead by live instructors year round.
Additional multi-week summer camp teen programs for ages 13-18 include: iD Gaming Academy, iD Visual Arts Academy and iD Programming Academy.
Save $100 through December 15th (use promo code WD27).
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Camp Kiowa
Residential coed summer camps
ADVENTURE KIOWA and KIOWA U - 2 unique opportunties and "An ideal summer camp for ALL campers!" Camp Kiowa offers, boys and girls, ages 7-17, learning opportunities that stimulate both the mind and body. Through professional instruction, unique enrichment programs, and recreational activities, campers enjoy a fun and creative summer of discovery on a beautiful college campus and a state-of-the-art adventure camp.
Activities include Digital Art & Photography, LEGO Robotics, Cooking, Art & Sculpture, Rock Climbing, Drama, Tennis, Golf, Swimming, Yoga, Dance, Basketball, Archery, Team Building, Leadership, Science, Nature, Creative Writing, and more!
Camp Sierra Vista for Girls
Residential girls' summer camp
Private, family owned and operated residential camp located along the Guadalupe River in the heart of the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Exciting activities, dedicated staff, lifelong friends and memories in a fun, wholesome environment. Gorgeous, well-maintained facilities. Rock cabins with a 4:1 camper-counselor ratio.
Traditional camp activities including horseback riding, swimming, tennis, golf, waterskiing, sailing, archery, ropes course, arts and crafts, cheerleading and most team sports. Camp season opens in June and ends in mid-August. One, two, and four week sessions for ages 6 - 16.
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Camp Coyote
Residential coed summer camp
The Tradition Continues...Camp Coyote, A Texas Tradition where cabin mates become pen pals, best friends, and college roommates. Camp activities include High and Low Element Challenge Course complete with 50 foot climbing wall and dual zip lines, water skiing on our private 55 acre lake, western horseback riding on 2300 acres of rolling hills and towering pines. Golf, scuba and much more!
Air conditioned cabins. Offering 1, 2, 3 week sessions. Sibling discounts. Camp Coyote - where memories last a lifetime!
Wellspring Texas
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Texas campers are young males and females with a common goal: to lose weight while having fun. Boys and girls ages 11-18 enjoy an amazing summer of weight loss, fun, and friendships. Rapid and dramatic weight loss is achieved through a proven and comprehensive program provided by a staff of trained professionals. Set against the incredible backdrop of the Big Hill Country, on the sprawling 200-acre campus of San Marcos Baptist Academy outside of Austin, Texas.
Team sports like soccer, football, tennis, and kickball along with swimming, hiking, canoeing, biking, rafting, kayaking, climbing, and aerobics are just some of the activities that campers enjoy in a very supportive environment. 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.
Camp Stewart for Boys
Residential boys' summer camp
Camp Stewart's goal is to provide the very best camping experience for each and every boy. Its purpose is to offer wholesome fun and personal growth to boys 6-16 in a safe, protected Christian environment. Stewart offers over 80 activities. It's FUN!
Oldest continually operated private camp in Southwest. Over 500 acres in heart of Texas Hill Country on headwaters of Guadalupe River. Outstanding facilities; thoroughly trained staff.
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Blue Streak Stables Horsemanship Camps
Residential girls' horsemanship camp
Our Mission is to grasp the love of horses and create programs both in riding and caring that will improve confidence & self esteem. Positive attitude and self confidence are created through accomplishments which will encourage students to try new things and succeeding in any endeavor. Different Horsemanship Camps to Choose From:
-- Summer Camps - Week Long ("All Girls" Ages 7 - 15) 1, 2 and 4 week sessions
-- Leaders & Wranglers-In-Training "All Girls" Ages 16 - 17
-- Mom and Me Camps - Mothers & Daughter's Ages 7 - 10
-- Adult Horsemanship Camps Ages 18 and Up
CHA (Certified Horsemanship Association) Certified Instructors; GS Council Approved Riding Facility; Safety-Wise Approved Facility; Recognized by the Wall Street Journal
Activities Include: Trail Rides, Riding Lessons, Camp Fire Fun, Vaulting - Gymnastics on Horseback, Swimming Pool Fun! Evening Activities - Courses on Positive Thinking and Goal Setting, Karaoke Night, Zumba Classes (Dance Fitness), Horse Bowl (Horse Knowledge Review - Competition).
YMCA Camp Cullen
Residential Coed Camp
YMCA Camp Cullen - Residing on beautiful Lake Livingston in Trinity, this camp is built on tradition with lots of fun twists! Campers age 8-16 build friendships & self-confidence while choosing from a variety of activities including water skiing, leadership training, water sliding, canoeing, archery, refles, candle-making, pottery, horseback riding, wake boarding, tubing, banana boating, swimming, alpine tower, ropes, pipeline sledding, crazy songs and skits! 6 nights. E-mail: Executive Director Len Masengale at lenm@ymcahouston.org.
Summer Institute for the Gifted
Coed Camps with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Gifted students in grades K-12 can participate in the renowned Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG) program. Hosted at some of the most famous colleges and universities in the country such as Princeton University, Dartmouth College and UC Berkeley, SIG has the best well-rounded program for gifted students as it combines academics, social, cultural and recreational opportunities. Students live and learn on campus for three-weeks, leaving with the additional confidence gained by an experience that is all their own.
Because of our small classes, low teacher-student ratio, and teaching assistants, SIG is able to individualize the program for each and every student. Student safety, security and health are our top priority as SIG programs are well staffed for careful supervision. Ten day programs are available for younger students and most of our residential programs have a commuter option. Our more than 25 years of experience have made us the leading organization in the field.
The Summer Institute for the Gifted is the program of the National Society for the Gifted (www.nsgt.org), a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) foundation.
Charis Hills
Residential Coed Special Needs Summer Camp
Charis Hills is a Christian, co-ed, residential summer camp which helps kids with learning differences build confidence and find success. We have one to three week sessions serving campers ages 7 to 18. We welcome campers with ADHD, learning disabilities as well as high functioning Autism and Asperger's. Campers also receive academic tutoring & enrichment for one activity period a day by certified teachers. Campers discover a highly persoalized, fun filled and nurturing environment while filling their heart's desire to be acceptd and succeed in new activities.
Charis Hills is located one hour NW of DFW International Airport in the beautiful Cross Timbers area! Activities include: swimming, canoeing, kayaking, archery, riflery, therapeutic horseback riding, photography, arts & crafts, animal care, nature crafts & study, Bible study, campouts, Geocaching, drama, dance, team sports and and many, many more! We also have Family Camps during the fall and spring.
Camp Peniel, Inc.
Residential and Day summer camp with separate sessions for boys, girls, and coed
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Texas hill country, Camp Peniel, is an independent, nonprofit, Christian Camp, committed to encouraging campers to meet God face-to-face through faith in Jesus Christ. We offer awesome, action packed summer camps as well as weekend camps for all ages throughout the year. Fall and Spring weekend retreats are held for a variety of ages: High School, Middle School, Seniors, Singles, Mother-Daughter, Father-Son, etc. Also rentals to Christian groups.
Our 310 acres provide an ideal setting for persons desiring relaxation, hiking, great country meals, diverse activities, and an immense spiritual blessing.
-GameBreaker Lacrosse Camps
Day Camps with separate sessions for boys and girls
GameBreaker Lacrosse Camps offer 125 locations across the country directed by the top college coaches and pro players in lacrosse.
Our camps were developed to provide athletes with the opportunity to become better lacrosse players by learning from the best coaches and players in the game today.
Camp Huawni
Residential coed summer camp
A private residential summer camp providing fun for girls and boys in eastern Texas near Timpson. Owned and operated by founding Adams family since 1965. Sing and laugh a lot! Role-model college age counselors - great friends - great fun. FREE VIDEO
Traditional activities - swim, horses, hiking, fishing, canoeing, obstacle course, parasailing, and team sports. Two week and one week sessions
SeaWorld San Antonio Adventure Camp
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Live, work, and play behind-the-scenes at SeaWorld San Antonio. Sleeping next to sharks, swimming with beluga whales, learning about the environment and making new friends are just some of the experiences we offer. Grades Pre-K through College.
A hands-on, behind-the-scenes residential camp at SeaWorld. Campers will have up-close interactions with animals, spend time with animal trainers and veterinarians, ride world class rides and explore the great outdoors.
Aquatic Sciences Adventure Camp
Residential coed summer camp
A fun camp for students ages 9 to 15 who are interested in aquatic or marine sciences. The program includes a mixture of educational and recreational activities. Activities include aquatic biology and water chemistry, swimming, tubing, scuba/snorkeling, river rafting, glass-bottom boat ride, Sea World and more.
Weekly sessions June-July offer a mix of educational and recreational activities. Aquatic biology, water chemistry, scuba/snorkeling, tubing, river rafting, swimming, glass-bottom boat ride, trip to Sea World.
Rocky River Ranch
Residential girls' summer camp
Rocky River Ranch has been committed to inspiring independence in girls and young women since 1953. Our mission is to create an engaging environment where girls can discover their strengths, learn leadership skills and try something new everyday while making life-long friendships. The ranch's brand, the Triple-R, stands for respect: respect for self, respect for others, and respect for nature. Through our leadership program, RRR is where strong girls become strong women. A Rocky River girl is given opportunities on every level for success. This is a creative, challenging and nurturing place, where each child is encouraged and celebrated.
We are a small, private camp offering one-week, ten-day, and two-week sessions to campers ranging in age from 7 - 14 years old.
Camp Rio Vista for Boys
Residential boys' summer camp
Oldest, private summer camp in the Southwest, located in the Texas Hill Country. Private, family-owned and operated. Beautiful, well-maintained facilities along the Guadalupe River. Programs emphasize confidence, success and fun. Exciting activities, dedicated staff, lifelong friends and memories in a fun, wholesome environment.
Traditional camp activities including horseback riding, swimming, tennis, golf, waterskiing, sailing, archery, ropes course, arts and crafts and most team sports. Camp season opens in June and ends in mid-August. One, two and four week sessions for ages 6 - 16.
Camp Honey Creek for Girls
Residential girls' summer camp
Located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, Camp Honey Creek offers a safe camping experience for girls ages 6 to 17. Our goal is to make each girl feel better about herself and others. The majority of senior staff members are educators and have been associated with camping for over 20 years. Individual attention is not just a phrase, but a REALITY at Camp Honey Creek!
Traditional camp activities are offered; swimming, horseback riding, riflery, archery, tennis, chorus, workshop, challenge course and campcraft. We offer 10, 22, or 31 day options with 2 sessions per summer.
Science Adventures
Coed Day Camps
Launch your own rocket! Build a robot! Explore the earth's most powerful forces! Put physics to the test! Science Adventures Summer Day Camps offer action-packed science fun for kids ages 5 - 12. Our safe, hands-on national programs have been inspiring children for nearly 30 years.
Science Adventures' four exciting week-long camp programs allow kids to explore science in a fun, interactive way. Summer topics include: Gizmo's Robot Factory, Powerful Planet, Fabulous Physics Challenge, and Space and Rocketry. Full and half day camp programs available.
Visit www.scienceadventures.com or call 1-888-458-1812 to enroll today!
Camp Olympia
Residential coed sports camp
Camp Olympia is a private residential sports camp for boys and girls ages 7-16. Two and three week sessions. Individualized scheduling for our 35 different activities, air conditioned cabins, and 1-4 counselor to camper ratio. Our beautiful location on Lake Livingston in Trinity, Texas is the perfect setting for fun, sun and adventure.
Activities include: waterski, wakeboarding, golf, horseback, challenge course, sailing, team sports, volleyball, gymnastics, kayaking, football, basketball, baseball, softball, frisbee, Junior Golf Academy, ping pong, weightlifting, archery, riflery, dance, fishing, DVD production, swimming, arts & crafts, and SCUBA.
Heart O' the Hills Camp
Residential girls' summer camp
Located in the famed Texas Hill Country, The Heart's picturesque facilities spread along both banks of the Guadalupe River's south fork. The small, quality private camp continues its quest for camping excellence. Enrollment, though limited, spans the globe as well as the USA.
Fun and instruction-oriented, offering more than 40 activities- traditional, plus unusual, including English and western riding, Red Cross swimming instruction, field sports, cheerleading, drama, dance, canoeing, "Just For Fun", archery, riflery, tennis, climbing and rappelling, sign language, diving, "Smoke Signals" and yearbook, volleyball, quilting, calligraphy, fishin', war canoe, pioneering. Also intangibles- self-confidence, teamwork, leadership, individual identity, dealing with challenges. Ragsdale family owned, and operated. Role model counselors.
Camp Summit
Residential special needs coed camp
Camp Summit is a residential camp for children, youth and adults with disabilities. We concentrate on camper's abilities, rather than their disabilities. Located in Argyle, TX, just 30 minutes from the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex.
Activities include swimming, horseback riding, ropes challenge course, arts & crafts, sports & games and many more activities, all adapted for our camper's needs. Camp staff will assist campers with the different activiites and their personal needs. Camp Summit staff are caring, patient and enjoy the outdoors.
EquipGirl
Residential girls' summer camp
EquipGirl is a mix between a girls' summer camp, a finishing school, and a Christian leadership conference. Our mission is to give girls the tools needed to navigate life successfully. Our staff is professional and experienced, and each has a heart to minister.
EquipGirl will help every girl develop more confidence with her own image from professional makeovers to training in beauty techniques, skin care, and flattering wardrobe. Girls will learn how to make good decisions, prepare for life issues, gain leadership skills, build quality friendships, appropriately interact with others, and learn to successfully handle many other specific issues facing youth today. EquipGirl features unique camp fun with our Slope Slide, Chick Combat, EG Fashion Show, professional portfolios, karaoke event and many other adventures.
DayJams Rock Music Day Camp
Coed Rock Music Day Camp
Live your Rock Star dreams this summer! Whether you're a beginner or a more advanced player, DayJams offers you the opportunity to learn guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, and vocals. You'll work with professional musicians and teachers in a friendly and creative environment.
DayJams was created for kids between the ages of 8-15 by the National Guitar Workshop (NGW), the nation's largest summer music program. Since 1984, NGW has been teaching musicians at overnight programs across North America. At DayJams, younger students obtain a similar experience at day camps in their own communities. Our professional staff of music teachers, art teachers, and counselors is committed to providing a safe, fun-filled week of music and creativity.
Hunters Chase Farms Equestrian Camp
Boys and Girls Camps with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
At Hunters Chase Farms we are a full equestrian facility located on 45 acres in the beautiful hill country of Wimberley Texas. We offer after school and private lessons, holiday, spring break and summer camps. Experienced, caring staff, a fun, upbeat atmosphere teaching respect for the animals and responsibility coupled with our comprehensive learning program give you, your child and your horse an equestrian experience of a lifetime. In addition to resident camps shown below, we offer a day camp for kids, ages 5 - 15 years old.
For girls, ages 8-16, we offer a 2-week horse show preparation camp and a 1-week girls riding camp. We enjoy trail riding, swimming, games, arts and crafts and more. We bunk down each night with great food and great fun.
At our 1-week Boys Cowboy Camp (ages 8 - 13), boys will ride horses everyday in the arena and "Trail blazin". They will learn play day speed events- like barrel racing, how to rope and other cowboy type things.. We will sit around a campfire for dinner, tell stories, eat down-home country cooking with dessert, and make lifelong friends. We will do several fun field trips, including visiting Wonderworld Caves in San Marcos. This camp is for the boy who enjoys the outdoors, animals and getting down and dirty.
Camp Olympia Junior Golf Academy
Residential coed summer camp
At Camp Olympia's Junior Golf Academy, boys & girls ages 8-16 receive PGA instruction and have access to the nationally acclaimed Whispering Pines Golf Club. All skill levels are welcome. Golfers will also experience the fun of Camp Olympia by participating in a variety of activities, like waterskiing & horseback, and nightly camp programs.
In addition to comprehensive golf instruction, golfers can choose activities from the over 35 Camp Olympia activities. 2 & 3 week sessions available. 2009 Term Dates: Term 1: June 8 - June 21, Term 2: June 22 - July 12, Term 3: July 13 - August 2, Term 4: August 3 - August 16.
Power Chord Academy Music Camp
Residential and Day coed music camp
Second to none in amateur musician training, Power Chord Academy is the premiere music camp for teenage musicians & game-musicians, offering a variety of high-energy, exciting, professional learning experiences.
At Power Chord Academy, dedicated musicians ages 12-18 are put through the most inspirational, educational, and intensive programs of their young careers. Over the last 10 years, we have perfected the art of teen musician training, while providing a highly focused, fun, learning environment. We currently offer numerous programs for both teenage musicians, and teen game-musicians who play Rock Band or Guitar Hero.
Power Chord Academy currently offers 34 Sessions in 12 US locations with teenage musicians attending from across the world. Be sure to reserve your space immediately as Session Space has Sold Out for the last 10 consecutive years! Please visit us at http://www.powerchordacademy.com for more information!
Digital Media Academy Summer Computer Camps
Residential and Day coed computer camps
Accredited by Stanford University, DMA is "The Summer Digital Art and Technology Camp for Kids and Teens!" DMA is ideal for students of all ages wanting exposure to the most relevant software used in Hollywood and the entertainment industry, video game design, and web design while gaining hands-on experience under the eye of accomplished professionals. Whether to explore a possible career path, gain practical skills or just have an incredible time with friends, DMA is unparalleled.
DMA offers day and overnight courses in weekly and multi-week sessions for youth, age 7-18. DMA courses accommodate a wide variety of digital media interests in a more sophisticated learning environment than other summer computer camps. All courses are project based and taught by accomplished professionals who have a passion for inspiring young minds. An average student to instructor ratio of 6 to 1 allows for plenty of individual attention as students explore, create and immerse themselves.
Teen courses include Robotics, Digital Filmmaking, 3D Animation, Web Production, Programming, and Music and Video Production - just to name a few. Youth courses (called Digital Media Adventures) include Robotics, Digital Filmmaking, Game Creation, Web Design & Flash, Cartoon & Comic Book Creation and Surfing & Filmmaking.
Camp La Junta
Residential boys' summer camp
Camp La Junta for boys is located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, alongside a mile of the Guadalupe River. An all-boys program, we specialize in individualized programming, innovative activities and fostering self-confidence through success.
Camp La Junta was founded to provide an opportunity for young boys to get away from the rigors of city life, to excel at exciting activities, appreciate the outdoors, gain independence and build self-confidence and an enhanced self-image.
Texas Lions Camp
Residential coed summer camp
A non-profit residential camp for children with physical disabilities and children with type one diabetes located on 500 acres in the Texas Hill Country. Our week-long sessions are provided at no charge to the children we serve and aim to provide a "can do" attitude and build self-esteem.
Activities include arts & crafts, ceramics, music, photography, nature studies, barnyard & greenthumb, AM radio station, waterfront, archery, high & low ropes challenge course, recreation & athletics, horses, and overnight campouts. Activities are adapted so that all our campers can participate.
Kickapoo Kamp for Girls
Residential girls' summer camp
For 80 years, generations of families have enjoyed the traditions and shared the memories of their summers spent at Kickapoo Kamp. Our history and our smaller size set us apart from other private girl's camps. Limiting our enrollment to around 110 campers, ages 7 to 17, allows us to emphasize the "family" atmosphere we feel is so important. Kickapoo offers a fun environment that helps to build self-confidence, self-awareness and self-acceptance. Our counselors are wholesome role models who share common values and are dedicated to children. One, two or three week sessions available.
Activities include: horseback riding, swimming, water skiing, gymnastics, arts & crafts, cheerleading, riflery, archery, tennis, ping pong, dance, fishing, drama, canoeing, flags, aerobic dance, etc. One, two and three week sessions available.
