Kids Camp
Entering Kindergarten or 1st Grade in the Fall of 2022 (Turning 5 by September 1, 2022)
Kids Camp activities include arts and crafts, sports, indoor and outdoor play, and games. Birchwood and Eagle campers may register for morning or afternoon sessions. Children may stay all day if you register them for morning, mid-day supervision and afternoon. Campers who attend all day must bring a lunch and drink every day. A full day of the 9-week option is available at Parkside and Birchwood. For questions regarding this camp, contact the Preschool/Tots Coordinator at 847.496.6239.
Day Camp
Ages 7-11
Campers will enjoy making new friends while learning cooperation and teamwork. Day Camp focuses on supportive, fun-filled experiences. All activities and a t-shirt are included in the fee. Children need to bring a sack lunch, water bottle, towel, and sunscreen every day. For questions regarding this camp, contact the Special Interest Coordinator at 847.496.6347.
Sports & Adventure Camp
Ages 9-11
Calling all sports and adventure fans! Here is your chance to participate in all your favorite sports and adventure activities this summer, including softball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and so much more! All activities and a t-shirt are included in the fee. Children need to bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and sunscreen every day. Sports & Adventure Camp is a summer only program offered at one location: Falcon Park Recreation Center. For questions regarding this camp, contact the Special Interest Coordinator at 847.496.6347.
Specialty Camps
Little Kids Pony Camp | Ages 4-6
A perfect camp for children to get involved in the wonderful world of ponies and horses. Campers will be introduced to basics of grooming and working around our ponies and will have a lesson on a pony every day. They’ll also enjoy crafts, stories, and lots of hands-on time learning to be comfortable with our little 4-legged friends. For questions regarding this camp, contact the Stables Front Desk at 847.359.0009.
Cheerleading Camp | Ages 5-9
Designed for girls with all skill levels from beginning to advance. Girls will learn a variety of skills, work on team building, and participate in many exciting games and activities. All cheer participants will receive a camp t-shirt and the week will conclude with a performance for friends and family so the girls can show off their new cheer skills. For questions regarding this camp, contact the Special Interest Coordinator at 847.496.6347.
Pom Dance Camp | Ages 6-13
Camp will teach the latest in dance and pom routines, as well as help fine-tune skills for high school or junior high. Participants are divided according to grade level and learn 2-3 routines, in addition to enjoying many other fun activities. The week concludes with a performance for family and friends. For questions regarding this camp, contact the Cultural Arts Coordinator at 847.496.6237.
Singin’ in the Sun | Ages 6-12
Get your feet wet with the Palatine Children’s Chorus! Through games and other musical activities, singers will learn fun new songs, develop their musicianship and, and meet other children who love to sing. Singers should bring a snack and a water bottle. Singers will perform at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater with the Summer Concert Choir for Sounds of Summer Concert Series. For questions regarding this camp, contact the Cultural Arts Coordinator at 847.496.6237.
Horsemanship Day Camp | Ages 7-13
Participants will learn the answers to your questions at our day camp, and learn to ride, too! Day campers will take a 45 minute riding lesson each day and learn the basics of horse care. Campers will also do craft projects, participate in game time, and watch videos. Horse handling and horse care will be taught in a hands-on situation where students will care for their own horse each day. For questions regarding this camp, contact the Stables Front Desk at 847.359.0009.
Camp “Art” Rageous | Ages 8-11
Join us in June for the first session where we’ll develop drawing skills. For our second session in July, we’ll break out the paints to draw out your child’s creativity. For questions regarding this camp, contact the Cultural Arts Coordinator at 847.496.6237.
Broadway Boot Camp | Ages 10-18
Get a fast-paced taste of theater! Attendance is required for each class. Students will work on their acting skills as they immerse themselves in the play chosen for the summer. Auditions are held the first class of the session. Students and parents will be asked to help with simple costumes and props. The final presentation will be held at Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center. For questions regarding this camp, contact the Cultural Arts Coordinator at 847.496.6237.