{"id":8892,"date":"2021-04-13T11:24:12","date_gmt":"2021-04-13T15:24:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/?p=8892"},"modified":"2024-05-11T19:21:00","modified_gmt":"2024-05-11T23:21:00","slug":"summer-camps-in-terre-haute","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/summer-camps-in-terre-haute\/","title":{"rendered":"2021 Guide to Summer Camps in Terre Haute"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hi! Welcome to Haute Happenings! You can find the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/summer-camps-in-terre-haute-and-the-wabash-valley\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/summer-camps-in-terre-haute-and-the-wabash-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\">2024 version of our summer camp guide at this link<\/a>. <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>2021 Info: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With caution, several summer camps in Terre Haute are opening registration for summer 2021. If you&#8217;re looking for childcare, fun, or the chance for your child to learn a new hobby or skill, see what the Terre Haute area has to offer!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2018\/04\/Summer-Camp-Guide-2019.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We will be adding to and updating this guide all summer long. Check back for updates!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Summer Camps in Terre Haute<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Haute Happenings does not approve, evaluate, or report on the safety measures organizations do or do not take in the time of Covid-19. Please make wise and safe decisions for your family and our community!&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">All-Day Summer Camps and Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Featured Camps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/thumbnail_Get-a-start-on-summer.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/statecsa.indstate.edu\/events\/summer-2021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">ISU Community School of the Arts<\/a><\/strong> camps are fun, week-long immersions into a various theme, which will include art, music, theater, games and more. Camps are full-day so that students can enjoy different activities throughout the day and from week to week. All materials are provided unless otherwise specified. You can register campers for one week or all nine! Themes include &#8220;Nature Unleashed,&#8221; &#8220;Discover Your Talents,&#8221; &#8220;Rock Camp&#8221; (for grades 8-12), and &#8220;It&#8217;s a Small World&#8221; Theatrical Performance cabaret for ages 7-17! Register by May 15 for an early-bird discount on all camps!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thchildrensmuseum.com\/camp\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/summer-science-camp.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Summer means longer days, warmer temperatures and endless opportunities for children to explore at the Terre Haute Children\u2019s Museum. This summer, there are so many chances to learn cool science concepts and have hands-on learning opportunities at summer camp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thchildrensmuseum.com\/category\/camp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">S<\/a><\/strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thchildrensmuseum.com\/category\/camp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">ummer Science Camp <\/a><\/strong>at the Terre Haute Children&#8217;s Museum themes include &#8220;To Space and Beyond,&#8221; &#8220;Princesses Do Science,&#8221; and &#8220;Messy Science.&#8221; Registration ends in June. New this year: <strong>museum camps are all-day from 8-5:30pm!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each camper will have an opportunity to explore the Museum and spend time on the Ropes Challenge Course (if they are at least 48 inches tall).<br>Register today! Summer camp spots are limited to 15 kids per camp and available on a first come, first served basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Navigate-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/campnavigate.org\/SummerCamp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Camp Navigate<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/a>2021&#8217;s theme is Sea Change: Navigating Our Future Together. Their program operates on weekdays from 7:00-5:30 for ages 5-14.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your child is interested in joining the Camp Navigate community this summer for scavenger hunts, swimming, field trips, and lessons for life as this group &#8220;navigates the future together, &#8221; email ASAP as summer spots are limited! Camp Navigate is nearly at capacity for 2021, but now is also a great time to explore their <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3apcSL7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">(NEW!) website<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CampNavigate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">social pages<\/a> to see if your child could be a future Camp Navigate camper. In addition to summer camp, they typically offer camps for spring break and fall break.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/casyonline.org\/camp-rave\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Camp Rave<\/strong> <\/a>operates in the summer starting June 1st through August 7th, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thbgc.org\/programs\/program-information\/summer-programs.html\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Terre Haute Boys and Girls Club. <\/strong><\/a>Theme: &#8220;Get Ready to Time Travel!&#8221;&nbsp; Drop off 7:30 \u2013 8:30 AM and pick-up by 5:30 PM.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/VigoCountyYMCA\/photos\/a.386046928072596\/4205905886086662\/\" target=\"_blank\">Vigo County YMCA<\/a> <\/strong>is offering a summer of &#8220;Friendship Adventure Fun.&#8221; Minimum age 5. Bring a swimsuit!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camp with Clay County YMCA.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/terrehauteparks\/posts\/215672827027544\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Deming Park summer camp<\/strong><\/a> is happening on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 am-4:30 pm. Activities include games, swimming, community guests. Masks and pre-registration required. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Athletic Camps and Summer Sports Teams:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>FEATURED CAMP: <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3v5MQEq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Volleyball at the Rose-Hulman Sports and Recreation Center<\/a> at 5500 Wabash Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47803.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3v5MQEq\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/thumbnail_Camp-FINAL-Banner-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>FIGHTIN\u2019 ENGINEER PROSPECT CAMP for grades 10-12. July 9-10. $100. Day 1:\u202f 6:00 PM &#8211; 8:30 PM; Day 2:\u202f 9:00 AM \u2013 3:00PM. The College Prospect Camp is an inside look into the Rose-Hulman Volleyball Program. Designed to help advanced players with their position specific skills, our camp will give players insight to playing volleyball at the next level. Campers will experience similar training and drills used in the Rose-Hulman Volleyball program. In addition to the camp, we will offer an optional campus preview day on July 9th before the first session.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ELITE SKILLS CAMP for grades 9-12. Cost: $80. Date:\u202fJuly 7-8 from 1:00 PM &#8211; 4:00 PM.&nbsp; The Elite Skills Camp prepares athletes for the next level of competition. All skills will be broken down technically and applied in drills and competition throughout sessions to help players apply skills at a high level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ALL SKILLS CAMP for grades 6-12. Cost: $80. Date:\u202fJuly 7-8\u202f from 9:00 AM &#8211; 12:00 PM Cost:\u202f$80. The All Skills Camp will focus on skill development in every aspects of the game, as well as full team drills and competitive games to incorporate these techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LITTLE ENGINEERS CAMP for grades 2-5. Date:\u202fJuly 5-6 from 9:00 AM &#8211; 11:00 AM. Cost:\u202f$50. The Little Engineers Camp is designed to give young players their first exposure to the basic skills and strategies of the game of volleyball. This camp stresses fundamentals, while giving fun and enthusiastic instruction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For questions contact Coach Sellari-Delsi at sellari@rose-Hulman.edu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/acorntriathlon\/posts\/738193713566164\" target=\"_blank\">Lil&#8217; Acorn Triathlon Club.<\/a> Two-week intro to sport of triathlon. Swim, bike, run. Ages 5-11.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/kids-bowl-free-summer-terre-haute\/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Bowl Free all summer long!<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rexbaseball.com\/rexbaseball_REX_Kids_Camp.php\" target=\"_blank\">Rex Baseball youth camp for grades K-8.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thjta.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Summer clinics with Terre Haute Junior Tennis Association<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;(Must register by May 26)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/Laceitup\/permalink\/2846549932225780\" target=\"_blank\">2021 Lace It Up! Kids Running Program<\/a> will kick off on June 3rd with Program Sign-up. This is a free running program to kids ages 4-13.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/439566583815825\/\" target=\"_blank\">Boxing Boot Camp at Sweatbox Gym.<\/a> Camp will include exercise, education and discipline. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, June 1 &#8211; 3 10am &#8211; 1pm each day. Register at the gym: $65.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thbgc.org\/programs\/program-information\/springsummer-programs.html\" target=\"_blank\">Flag football, cheer, tackle football, and volleyball<\/a> at the Terre Haute Boys and Girls Club.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/VCPRD\/events\" target=\"_blank\">Pop-Up Rec Sporting Event with Vigo County Parks and Rec.<\/a> Join the Rec Coordinator on Tuesdays in June from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at various parks for recreational summer fun! FREE for all ages!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.firstteeindiana.org\/locations\/greater-terre-haute\/\" target=\"_blank\">First Tee golf program <\/a>at the Idle Creek, The Landing at Fort Harrison, Rea Park, Hulman Links, and the Country Club. Sessions will be for ages 5-11.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/coavolleyball\" target=\"_blank\">COA Volleyball Camps and Clinics<\/a> for elementary and middle school. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wabashvalleyfamilysportscenter.com\/program-forms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Summer Volleyball with Wabash Valley Family Sports Center.<\/a> Girls grades 3-8. $65. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indstate.edu\/summer\/camps\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Sports Camps at Indiana State University<\/a> include football, soccer, softball, and basketball. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/VigoCountyYMCA\/posts\/4312358622108054\">&#8220;Jump, Shoot, Hoop&#8221; A Basketball Specialty Camp<\/a> from the Vigo County YMCA. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wabashvalleyfamilysportscenter.com\/program-forms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Summer Basketball with Wabash Valley Family Sports Center.<\/a> Grades1st-8th. $65. Program begins in July. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gray Way Soccer Training.<\/strong> Email: ajgray1819@gmail.com. Small group training that covers multiple technical areas such as passing, shooting, finishing, aerial skills, defending. $250 per player. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terre Haute South Braves 2021 Soccer Camp.<\/strong> July 12, 13, and 14. 9:30 AM-11:30 am. (Register on July 12 at 9 am.) Cost-$30. Email Coach Hubbard: c22hubb@yahoo.com. Bring water bottle, soccer ball, shin guards, and a mask.  Ages 5 through middle school. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fine Art, Music, and Theater<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/thumbnail_Theater-Poster.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Let your child\u2019s imagination run wild with the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/CSASummerCamps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Community School of the Arts immersive Theatre Performance Camp<\/a> <\/strong>experience! Directors Dan Rodriguez and Courtney Dosch, along with choreographer Avery Finn, will center the camp around a Disney themed cabaret style show. Singing and dancing to the magical musical selections of some of Disney\u2019s most popular songs from movies and Broadway! Campers will grow artistically and socially as they stretch their singing and dancing muscles and exercise their natural creativity, all while gaining confidence and presence on the stage.<br><br>The final day of their three week-long camp will culminate in a showcase for family and friends! Students ages 7 to 17 are invited to register. Auditions will take place for featured roles during camp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Featured Camp: <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.swope.org\/learn\/summer-art-studio\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Summer Art Studio<\/strong> with the Swope Art Museum<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/05\/summer-Art-Studio.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"avlcc\" data-offset-key=\"a48uo-0-0\">\n<p><strong>June<\/strong>&nbsp;studios will be held at&nbsp;<strong>Hawthorn Park&nbsp;<\/strong>the weeks of June 7, June 14, and June 21st from 9am-11am and 12pm-2pm.<\/p>\n<p><strong>July&nbsp;<\/strong>studios will be held at the&nbsp;<strong>Swope&nbsp;<\/strong>the weeks of July 12, July 19, and July 26 from 9am-11am and 12pm-2pm.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swope.org\/learn\/summer-art-studio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Summer Art Studio<\/a> themes include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Clay: Adventures in Mud!&nbsp;<\/strong>with Korinne Cantin (ages 4 \u2013 7)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Park it and Draw! Observational Drawing in Hawthorn Park&nbsp;<\/strong>with Korinne Cantin (ages 9 and up)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dress to Mess&nbsp;<\/strong>with Sarah Trover (ages 4 \u2013 6)<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Process of Pastels: Oil Pastel Techniques and Tricks&nbsp;<\/strong>with Kasey Chew (ages 7 \u2013 10)<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Art of Theater&nbsp;<\/strong>with Tina Ginoplos (ages 7 and up)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clay Creations&nbsp;<\/strong>with Lacey Lewis (ages 9 \u2013 13)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Painting through History&nbsp;<\/strong>with Hayley Bean (ages 4 \u2013 6)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Creative Explorers&nbsp;<\/strong>with Lacey Lewis (ages 7 \u2013 10)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recreating Terre Haute through Mixed Media&nbsp;<\/strong>with Hayley Bean (ages 7 \u2013 10)<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Wondrous Mandala&nbsp;<\/strong>with Jude Irving (ages 7 \u2013 10)<\/li>\n<li>&nbsp;<strong>Colorful Quilling and Paper Shaping&nbsp;<\/strong>with Jude Irving (ages 9 and up)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tiny World: Sculpture and Miniature Making&nbsp;<\/strong>with Korinne Cantin (ages 9 \u2013 13)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Super Psychedelic Drawing Doodles&nbsp;<\/strong>with Korinne Cantin (ages 9 and up)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Additional Fine Art Camps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><div data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"avlcc\" data-offset-key=\"a48uo-0-0\" class=\"\"> <\/div><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/ctth.org\/childrens-camp\/\" target=\"_blank\">River City Players<\/a> will have &#8220;Applause Camp&#8221; for ages 7-9, &#8220;Bravo! Camp&#8221; for ages 9-12, and &#8220;Center Stage&#8221; for teenagers at Community Theatre of Terre Haute.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.kindercentermusik.com\/questions-and-answers-summer.php\" target=\"_blank\">KinderMusik at KinderCenter Summer Classes<\/a> for infants to age 8. Summer 2021 classes begin the week of May 18 and end the week of July 26. All classes meet at the KinderCenter, 4389 Wabash Ave., Terre Haute 47803.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/terrehautemusicschool\" target=\"_blank\">Theater, Art, and Music camp from Terre Haute Music School.<\/a> TAM Camp will have students acting in a play, doing summer art projects, and learning about many different instruments! Camps run Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. &#8211; 3 p.m. (bring a lunch) with a showcase on Friday at 2:00 for families. Camps run June 21-25 for ages 9-13 and July 19-23 for ages 6-9. Cost for the week is $150.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/VigoCountyYMCA\/posts\/4312366572107259\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">&#8220;In the Studio&#8221; Art Specialty Camp <\/a>from the Vigo County YMCA. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STEM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Featured Camps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3ghBKrY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Museum in the Park from the Terre Haute Children&#8217;s Museum<\/a> <\/strong>is a series of two-hour science sessions at various local parks for 1st through 6th grade. The day will be from 9:30am &#8211; 11:30am and limited to 15 children each. <strong>Participants and staff will wear masks. <\/strong>$15 Non-members; $12 Members.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Museum-in-the-park.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Expand the science in your child&#8217;s life with the <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3tnTHc0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Summer Learning Lab program<\/a> from the Terre Haute Children&#8217;s Museum!&nbsp;<\/strong> SUMMER Learning Lab is a series of all day (8 am-5:30 pm) drop-off programs for kids in 1st-6th grades. Each session is stand-alone and will be one, action-packed day and a major project (included in the supply fee) will be taken home! Sessions are on select Thursdays throughout the summer. Bring a sack lunch from home! <strong>Staff and children will wear masks. <\/strong>Member Pricing: $35 per session + supply fee. Non-Member Pricing: $40 per session + supply fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thchildrensmuseum.com\/earlyexplorers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Early Explorers<\/a> at the Terre Haute Children&#8217;s Museum for ages 6 months to 3 years. During the summer, this program takes place at Hawthorn Park. Parents and caregivers can engage in quality time with their child and fellow caregivers while playing, singing, and learning together. Staff and caregivers will wear masks.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thchildrensmuseum.com\/discoverers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Discoverers<\/a> ages 3-5 will engage in stories, songs and play alongside their parent or caregiver during this hour-long science exploration with the Terre Haute Children&#8217;s Museum. Play through hands on S.T.E.M. experiences, while increasing their developing language and literacy. Preschool Discoverers love to dive into the messy, the silly, and fun of science all around them. Best part&#8230;we clean up! During the summer, this program takes place at Hawthorn Park. Staff and caregivers will wear masks.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/connectingwithcode.org\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Connecting with Code through Rose-Hulman<\/a> is FREE and virtual again in 2021. Each camp consist of videos that you receive by email each camp day, Scratch material, Code.org material, and opportunities for Zoom meetings for help from college students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdpC2h0RYXc9ItEugFiy07n0Q_6s0sNEdfAAS6ZAhwjCBzHCQ\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Does your child dream of being a Youtuber?<\/a> Check out this INTEREST form from a local teacher who is considering hosting a camp. Recommended for ages 9-12.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dance and Tumbling&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Featured Camp: <a href=\"https:\/\/thacademyofdance.com\/index.php\/summer-2021-try-everything-dance-camp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">&#8220;Try Everything&#8221; Dance Camp from Terre Haute Academy of Dance<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/05\/Academy-of-Dance-3.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This camp is designed to give the student a taste of all the dance styles offered at Academy of Dance! Throughout the week students will be given lessons in ballet, modern, tap, and jazz and will offer a studio showing on Friday for family and friends. A light snack break and craft time will be provided daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since students are just \u201ctrying out\u201d different styles, special shoes are not needed for this week.&nbsp; Socks can replace ballet slippers and jazz shoes.&nbsp; Dress shoes can replace tap shoes.&nbsp; Modern is done in bare feet.&nbsp; Leotard and tights are preferred.&nbsp; Dance skirt optional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entering 1<sup>st<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;through 2<sup>nd<\/sup>&nbsp;Grade: <\/strong>June 21 \u2013 June 25<strong> <\/strong>from 10:00\u201412:30 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entering 3<sup>rd<\/sup>&nbsp;through 5<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;Grade:<\/strong> July 12 \u2013 July 16 from 10:00\u201412:30 p.m.<em>&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/nancysauerdance\" target=\"_blank\">Princess Dance Camp<\/a> for ages 3-7 from Nancy Sauer School of Theatrical Dancing.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/amanda.b.wolfe.3\/posts\/10104434821464354\" target=\"_blank\">Mini Creative Camps <\/a>for dance instruction, tumbling, and crafting. Sessions for ages 3-5 (&#8220;My Dolly and Me Tea Party,&#8221; &#8220;Candy Craze,&#8221; and &#8220;Under the Sea&#8221; themes) and ages 6-9 (&#8220;Candy Craze,&#8221; &#8220;Tik Tok Inspo,&#8221; and &#8220;Feelin Villian-Esque&#8221; themes).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/IndianaInvasionDanceStudio\/posts\/4019733598075938\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Hip Hop Summer Bash from Indiana Invasion Dance Studio for ages 4-18. <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tumbling and cheer clinics at Illiana, Wabash Valley, Tumble Express (Brazil), and Terre Haute Cheer University. (These tumbling\/gymnastics opportunities are unconfirmed for 2021.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Horseback Riding Camps and Farm Camps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/274037295940193\/permalink\/3995465247130694\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Summer horseback riding camps with JC Show Horses. <\/a>Fun camp, barrel camp, and day camp.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.equiner4u.com\/Daycamp.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Rocky Road Ranch Horseback Riding Day Camp. <\/a>Basic horse care, riding skills, and safety are emphasized. Games, demonstrations, crafts, and hands-on learning are used to enhance a child&#8217;s experiences while they are here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smwc.edu\/summer-camp-woods-2021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Equestrian camp for beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders <\/a>at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spotted Horse Ministries typically offers a VBS opportunity that includes horseback riding. Keep an eye on their <a href=\"http:\/\/www.spottedhorseministries.com\/event_registration_and_information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">website for more information<\/a>&nbsp;and\/or check their&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/spottedhorseministries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">facebook page for updates<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/charlufarm2016\/posts\/3815728935183320\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CharLu Farm Summer Camp<\/a> hosted by the IU Equestrian Team. Brazil, IN.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Summer fun for K-8th at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lafamilyfarms.com\/camps-retreats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">L&amp;A Family Farms.<\/a> L &amp;A hosts camps for kids entering kindergarten through 8th grade during the month of June. The camps will cover information about soil, plants, and animals, and farm equipment. All students must <strong>wear a mask<\/strong> to participate in the camp.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sleepaway Camps<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nateandrachael.com\/terrehaute\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/thumbnail_Rock-Camp-2021.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/isu-aceweb-001.indstate.edu\/wconnect\/csa\/CourseStatus.awp1?&amp;course=CSA21URC1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Rock Camp! <\/a>is an intense seven-day, six-night residency program that runs from Saturday, July 25 \u2013 Saturday, July 31 for grades 8-12. Students choose to play one of five traditional rock instruments: guitar, drums, bass, keyboards or voice. ISU music faculty and professional musicians lead the program, with ISU music students assisting. Rock Camp Early Bird discount ends on June 1st!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossroadsbsa.org\/programs\/scouts-bsa\/camping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Camp with Crossroads of America Council, BSA.<\/a> Individual Scout registration is only available for Belzer Day Camp and NYLT. Registration for week-long resident camp at the Ransburg Scout Reservation is by troop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.girlscoutsindiana.org\/en\/camp\/explore-summer-camp.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Girl Scouts of Central Indiana. <\/a>No matter which camp you choose or whether you stay a day or week, you will have a ton of fun making new friends, trying new things, practicing new-found skills, and creating memories that will last a lifetime.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pluto.sitetackle.com\/16391\/?subpages\/Camp%2520Wildwood%2520Promo.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Wabash Park Camp and Retreat Center. <\/a>Summer youth camps and family camp available.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/campwabashi.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Camp Wabashi.<\/a> Located 8 miles south of Terre Haute, Camp Wabashi has cabins, a chapel, campfire, sports, and more.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specialty Camps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/VigocountyJPA\/posts\/6012578572101767\" target=\"_blank\">Terre Haute Jr. Police Academy<\/a> for current 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vigo County YMCA<\/strong> is offering specialty camps throughout the summer with themes such as &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/VigoCountyYMCA\/posts\/4312378612106055\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Wizards of the Wabash Science Camp<\/a>,&#8221; and &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/VigoCountyYMCA\/posts\/4312375532106363\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">In the Kitchen Camp<\/a>.&#8221; <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>We love helping you find summer camps in Terre Haute for your kids, but typos happen and event details change (especially in a pandemic!). 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