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Enrichment Camps

All Summer Enrichment camps will be IN PERSON

and the  AAPS COVID & Health Guidance

will be followed.

FULL DAY CAMPS
HALF DAY AM CAMPS

HALF DAY PM CAMPS

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NEW Junior Detective Camp

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

June 19 - June 23

Ages: 5 - 7. Recruits wanted for our top-secret detective boot camp. Meet real detectives, survey crime scenes, collect evidence and solve crimes all while participating in physical training. Find out whether you have what it takes to be the best of the best! Remember, crime doesn't take summer vacation. Instructors: Rec & Ed Staff. Monday - Friday.

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NEW CSI Camp

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

June 19 - June 23

Ages: 8 - 10. Work in teams to investigate theories of criminal behavior, sift through evidence from fictional case files, and practice forensics techniques at simulated crime scenes. Meet real detectives in the field to find out how their jobs compare to what we see on TV. Become an expert observer, critical thinker, and problem solver in this week-long experience that may serve as the catalyst to your future profession. Instructor: Rec & Ed Staff. Monday - Friday.

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Twin Knights Chess Camp

HALF DAY AM CAMP

9:00AM - NOON

June 19 - June 23

Ages: 7 - 13. Twin Knights Chess camp is for kids who have never played, those who have had some instruction and those who are familiar with the rules and some tactics. Campers will learn chess history, etiquette, piece movement, relative values of the pieces, common opening moves, middlegame and endgame strategies and tactics. They will practice under tournament conditions, analyze games of famous players, solve puzzles and have fun with playing bughouse. There will be trophies and other prizes. Instructor: All The King’s Men Staff. Monday - Friday. IMPORTANT: If you register your child for both a morning camp and an afternoon camp, note that Rec & Ed staff will not be available to provide supervision between 12-1pm, so it will be necessary for you (or someone on your authorized pick-up list) to check your child out at 12pm and check them back in again at 1pm.

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All About Animals

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

June 26 - June 30

Ages: 5 - 7. Do you really like animals, and are curious to know more about them? Research all kinds of animals, from common house pets to rare and endangered species. Learn how they live, and understand the important work that they do. Choose your favorite animal and create a habitat they'd love to roam. Experience virtual visits to some of the best zoos in the world. You’re sure to love our animal trivia, games and crafts as well! Instructors: Rec & Ed staff. Monday - Friday.

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All About Animals

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

June 26 - June 30

Ages: 8 - 10. Do you really like animals, and are curious to know more about them? Research all kinds of animals, from common house pets to rare and endangered species. Learn how they live, and understand the important work that they do. Choose your favorite animal and create a habitat they'd love to roam. Experience virtual visits to some of the best zoos in the world. You’re sure to love our animal trivia, games and crafts as well! Instructors: Rec & Ed staff. Monday - Friday.

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Twin Knights Chess Camp

HALF DAY AM CAMP

9:00AM - NOON

June 26 - June 30

Ages: 7 - 13. Twin Knights Chess camp is for kids who have never played, those who have had some instruction and those who are familiar with the rules and some tactics. Campers will learn chess history, etiquette, piece movement, relative values of the pieces, common opening moves, middlegame and endgame strategies and tactics. They will practice under tournament conditions, analyze games of famous players, solve puzzles and have fun with playing bughouse. There will be trophies and other prizes. Instructor: All The King’s Men Staff. Monday - Friday. IMPORTANT: If you register your child for both a morning camp and an afternoon camp, note that Rec & Ed staff will not be available to provide supervision between 12-1pm, so it will be necessary for you (or someone on your authorized pick-up list) to check your child out at 12pm and check them back in again at 1pm.

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Twin Knights Chess Camp

HALF DAY PM CAMP

1:00PM - 4:00PM

July 3, July 5 - July 7

Ages: 7 - 13. Twin Knights Chess camp is for kids who have never played, those who have had some instruction and those who are familiar with the rules and some tactics. Campers will learn chess history, etiquette, piece movement, relative values of the pieces, common opening moves, middlegame and endgame strategies and tactics. They will practice under tournament conditions, analyze games of famous players, solve puzzles and have fun with playing bughouse. There will be trophies and other prizes. Instructor: All The King’s Men Staff. Monday, Wednesday-Friday; NO CAMP Tuesday, July 4th IMPORTANT: If you register your child for both a morning camp and an afternoon camp, note that Rec & Ed staff will not be available to provide supervision between 12-1pm, so it will be necessary for you (or someone on your authorized pick-up list) to check your child out at 12pm and check them back in again at 1pm.

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A2 Nature Guardians

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

July 10 - July 14

Ages: 7 - 10. Ready for a week full of exciting outdoor adventures? Want to help protect and enhance your local environment? A2 Nature Guardians will be back in action again this summer at the Freeman Environmental Education Center! Campers will explore ecology and stewardship principles through place-based activities and games, including habitat enhancement and native plant gardening projects on this beautiful 40-acre campus. Hands-on activities will include digging, composting, planting, hiking, scavenger hunts, creating and playing nature-based board games, designing and painting a mural, and much more! See how knowledge, bravery, and action can help save our planet and make you Ann Arbor’s greatest nature guardians! Instructors: Coert Ambrosino and Nate Hatt. Monday - Friday.

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Harry Potter Camp

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

July 10 - July 14

Ages: 5 - 8. Ever wonder if you would be in Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, or Slytherin? Curious about your Patronus? Come join us in the wondrous world of Harry Potter. Throughout the week, magic will come to life as we test our wand-waving, spell-casting and potion-making abilities. Climb aboard the Hogwarts express this summer to be transported to a world like no other! Select age-appropriate scenes from the movies may be shown to support activities. Instructors: Rec & Ed staff. Monday - Friday.

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Harry Potter Camp

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

July 10 - July 14

Ages: 9 - 12. Ever wonder if you would be in Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, or Slytherin? Curious about your Patronus? Come join us in the wondrous world of Harry Potter. Throughout the week, magic will come to life as we test our wand-waving, spell-casting and potion-making abilities. Climb aboard the Hogwarts express this summer to be transported to a world like no other! Select age-appropriate scenes from the movies may be shown to support activities. Instructors: Rec & Ed staff. Monday - Friday.

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Camp TV - Lights, Camera Action

HALF DAY AM CAMP

9:00AM - 1:00PM

July 10 - July 14

Ages: 11 - 15. Learn how to produce, direct and make TV. We will identify and produce a concept for TV Promos/PSAs. Learn how to write scripts, be on-air talent, run in-the-field video cameras, understand lighting techniques, and more. Equipment provided by CTN. All participants' final work will be on CTN Cable TV and YouTube channel. Instructors: CTN Staff. Monday - Friday.

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A2 Nature Guardians

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

July 17 - July 21

Ages: 7 - 10. Ready for a week full of exciting outdoor adventures? Want to help protect and enhance your local environment? A2 Nature Guardians will be back in action again this summer at the Freeman Environmental Education Center! Campers will explore ecology and stewardship principles through place-based activities and games, including habitat enhancement and native plant gardening projects on this beautiful 40-acre campus. Hands-on activities will include digging, composting, planting, hiking, scavenger hunts, creating and playing nature-based board games, designing and painting a mural, and much more! See how knowledge, bravery, and action can help save our planet and make you Ann Arbor’s greatest nature guardians! Instructors: Coert Ambrosino and Nate Hatt. Monday - Friday.

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Buggin' Out - Jr Entomologist Camp

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

July 17 - July 21

Ages: 5 - 7. Did you know that insects make up more than 90 percent of all living things on the planet? In this camp, you can learn what it’s like to be an entomologist, go on exciting bug hunts, create a bug observation jar, and play fun bug-themed games. You will also design bugs from your own imagination and learn about beekeepers and scientists. We’ll be “buggin’ out” all week long! Instructors: Rec & Ed staff. Monday - Friday.

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Biz Kids Camp

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

July 17 - July 21

Ages: 8 - 10. Have you ever dreamed of creating a new product or service and running your own business? Or have you envisioned how an existing product can be improved? Collaborate with other campers to name your business, design your logo, develop your product or service, and learn about “best practices” regarding inventory, budgets, customers, and marketing. Meet local small business owners too! On the last day of camp, you’ll show off your product or service to our "Minnow Tank" investors. Instructors: Rec & Ed staff. Monday - Friday.

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Twin Knights Chess Camp

HALF DAY AM CAMP

9:00AM - NOON

July 17 - July 21

Ages: 7 - 13. Twin Knights Chess camp is for kids who have never played, those who have had some instruction and those who are familiar with the rules and some tactics. Campers will learn chess history, etiquette, piece movement, relative values of the pieces, common opening moves, middlegame and endgame strategies and tactics. They will practice under tournament conditions, analyze games of famous players, solve puzzles and have fun with playing bughouse. There will be trophies and other prizes. Instructor: All The King’s Men Staff. Monday - Friday. IMPORTANT: If you register your child for both a morning camp and an afternoon camp, note that Rec & Ed staff will not be available to provide supervision between 12-1pm, so it will be necessary for you (or someone on your authorized pick-up list) to check your child out at 12pm and check them back in again at 1pm.

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Pirate Adventure Camp

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

July 24 - July 28

Ages: 5 - 7. Ahoy, me Hearties! Polly the parrot invites you and your shipmates to hoist the sails and batten down the hatches as you explore the Caribbean to search for lost treasure of jewels and gold. Along the voyage, you'll hear fantastical stories of old, tell corny pirate jokes, play games of marksmanship, and create your very own telescope and compass. You'll also learn about popular pirate slang and fashion - we'll have you lookin' and talkin' like a pirate faster than you can say, "Shiver me timbers!" So, pull up yer bootstraps and join us for a swashbucklin' good time! For the safety of all pirates-in-training, there will be no swords allowed. Instructor: Rec & Ed Staff. Monday - Friday.

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Pirate Adventure Camp

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

July 24 - July 28

Ages: 8 - 10. Ahoy, me Hearties! Polly the parrot invites you and your shipmates to hoist the sails and batten down the hatches as you explore the Caribbean to search for lost treasure of jewels and gold. Along the voyage, you'll hear fantastical stories of old, tell corny pirate jokes, play games of marksmanship, and create your very own telescope and compass. You'll also learn about popular pirate slang and fashion - we'll have you lookin' and talkin' like a pirate faster than you can say, "Shiver me timbers!" So, pull up yer bootstraps and join us for a swashbucklin' good time! For the safety of all pirates-in-training, there will be no swords allowed. Instructor: Rec & Ed Staff. Monday - Friday.

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Camp TV - Lights, Camera, Action

HALF DAY AM CAMP

9:00AM - 1:00PM

July 24 - July 28

Ages: 11- 15. Learn how to produce, direct and make TV. We will identify and produce a concept for TV Promos/PSAs. Learn how to write scripts, be on-air talent, run in-the-field video cameras, understand lighting techniques, and more. Equipment provided by CTN. All participants' final work will be on CTN Cable TV and YouTube channel. Instructors: CTN Staff. Monday - Friday.

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Twin Knights Chess Camp

HALF DAY PM CAMP

1:00PM - 4:00PM

July 24 - July 28

Ages: 7 - 13. Twin Knights Chess camp is for kids who have never played, those who have had some instruction and those who are familiar with the rules and some tactics. Campers will learn chess history, etiquette, piece movement, relative values of the pieces, common opening moves, middlegame and endgame strategies and tactics. They will practice under tournament conditions, analyze games of famous players, solve puzzles and have fun with playing bughouse. There will be trophies and other prizes. Instructor: All The King’s Men Staff. Monday - Friday. IMPORTANT: If you register your child for both a morning camp and an afternoon camp, note that Rec & Ed staff will not be available to provide supervision between 12-1pm, so it will be necessary for you (or someone on your authorized pick-up list) to check your child out at 12pm and check them back in again at 1pm.

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Pokemon Camp

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

July 31 - August 4

Ages: 5 - 8. The best Pokémon trainers have to start somewhere. Learn how to play the card game, build a battle-ready deck, and trade cards with fellow trainers. Show off your skills in our end-of-the-week tournament. Gotta catch 'em all! Nintendo DS's and Pokémon cards are allowed in this camp. Select age-appropriate video clips may be shown. Camps are split by age. Instructors: Rec & Ed Staff. Monday - Friday.

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Pokemon Camp

FULL DAY CAMP

9:00AM - 4:00PM

July 31 - August 4

Ages: 9 - 12. The best Pokémon trainers have to start somewhere. Learn how to play the card game, build a battle-ready deck, and trade cards with fellow trainers. Show off your skills in our end-of-the-week tournament. Gotta catch 'em all! Nintendo DS's and Pokémon cards are allowed in this camp. Select age-appropriate video clips may be shown. Camps are split by age. Instructors: Rec & Ed Staff. Monday - Friday.

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Twin Knights Chess Camp

HALF DAY PM CAMP

1:00PM - 4:00PM

July 31 - August 4

Ages: 7 - 13. Twin Knights Chess camp is for kids who have never played, those who have had some instruction and those who are familiar with the rules and some tactics. Campers will learn chess history, etiquette, piece movement, relative values of the pieces, common opening moves, middlegame and endgame strategies and tactics. They will practice under tournament conditions, analyze games of famous players, solve puzzles and have fun with playing bughouse. There will be trophies and other prizes. Instructor: All The King’s Men Staff. Monday - Friday. IMPORTANT: If you register your child for both a morning camp and an afternoon camp, note that Rec & Ed staff will not be available to provide supervision between 12-1pm, so it will be necessary for you (or someone on your authorized pick-up list) to check your child out at 12pm and check them back in again at 1pm.

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