| A short list of the many youth programs available in Asheville this summer. (Area code: 828)
Art Club at Black Mountain Center for the Arts
Art Club is an opportunity for children, ages 8-13 to enhance their
creative expression through experimentation. With guidance from an
experienced artist, members will learn how to develop their ideas, be
innovative and practice problem solving skills. Famous Artists, styles
and techniques are introduced in a fun informal setting. Children have a
great time making art while keeping their brains sharp through the summer
months. Art Club meets 2:00 to 5:00 pm, Mon. - Fri. Membership is based
on 2 week sessions and cost is only 120.00 per session which includes all
supplies. Call 663-0930 or visit www.blackmountainarts.org.
Eliada Summer Camp
A great experience for children 5-12. This 5-Star Program focuses on creative, fun aspects of learning and adventure, while helping children build self-esteem and responsibility. Highlights include daily swimming, gym, the NYPUM mini-bike program, teen CIT program, and weekly horseback riding, field trips, and visiting artists. For more details go to www.eliada.org or call 254-5356 ext 224.
Eliada Summer Sports Academy
This camp is for the novice 8-12 year-old athlete. Each week instruction in a specific sport allows each child to learn the basics, build confidence, practice, scrimmage, receive fitness training, learn about good nutrition, increase teamwork skills, and swim.
Boys Baseball June 11-15, Coed Golf June 18-22, Boys Wrestling June 25-29, Girls Volleyball July 9-13, Girls Softball July 16-20, Coed Basketball July 23-27, Coed Lacrosse July 30 August 3, and Coed Soccer August 6-10.
Please call 254-5356 ext 224 or email jcarnivale@eliada.org.
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American Adventure Service Corps is a year round, non-profit
organization for ages 8-18, using outdoor adventure education,
service to others and environmental education. For information,
call 248-346-3902.
Mountain Adventure Guides Summer Adventure Camp
Join us for exciting NC summer camp adventures in the North Carolina
mountains, with backpacking, whitewater rafting, backpacking and
mountain biking. Summer Camp students will make new friends from
all over and have lots of fun in a wholesome, supportive and noncompetitive
camp environment. No experience is required and we provide all
major gear. Summer Adventure Camp, guided rock climbing, backpacking
and group adventure programs, near Asheville, NC. (866) 813-5210
French Broad River Camps
Environmental Education ~ River Recreation ~ Service Learning~ Kids in the Creek
~ River of Words & Art ~River cleanup ~ Tree plantings ~ Canoe, kayak or raft trip ~ Tour of River Parks, stream restorations, and rain gardens
~Rockin RiverFest ~ And much more!
TrailRidge Mountain Camp
Known to some as the "world's smallest camp." Separate boys and girls travel camps offering programs from one to five weeks in length. Enrollment for each session is limited to 16 campers. This summer: Roan Mountain Base Camp; Pisgah Forest Base Camp; French Broad Canoe Adventure; and a four-day Appalachian Trail Backpacking and Rafting expedition. Just a few spots still available for this summer. Call Kim and David Broshar at 669-5636.
YMCA of Western North Carolina
From June 2-August 6. Fun Camp for rising Kindergartners through 5th Grade; Gypsies, Grades 6-8; and CILT, or Counselors in Leadership Training, for high school students. Phone: 253-4706
Camp Merri-Mac
Camp Timberlake
Merri-Mac is a Christian summer camp for girls located in Black Mountain, North Carolina.Located high up in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Camp Timberlake for Boys has a long history of offering youngsters the most memorable summers of their lives.
Nature Center of Western North Carolina
"Wild weeks!" A terrific series of week-long programs for children entering grades 1-7. Programs begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Drop-off time for children is between 8:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m.. $130/week ($115 for members), includes snacks, all materials, and a WILD WEEKS T-shirt. Phone: 298-5600
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Asheville Parks & Rec: Soccer
For boys and girls ages 6-16 of all levels of soccer experience to learn and improve skills and technique. Two sessions available beginning the third week of June at Warren Wilson College. Phone: 259-5800
Asheville Parks & Rec: Pat James Baseball School
For boys and girls ages 6-17 who want to improve their baseball skills and enhance their technique. Emphasis on fundamental skills of hitting, throwing, and fielding. Two sessions available beginning in June. Contact Pat James at 681-9613.
JC Martial Arts
TaeKwonDo and self-defense for kids. Summer programs meet two days a week for children 4 years and up. Classes take place at the new JC Martial Arts center at 1200 Hendersonville Road, Asheville.
Contact Master Y. Jeon at 277-8002.
The Asheville Music School
Now enrolling students to learn to play the instrument of their choice. Although there are no specific summer programs, instructors are available for private and group classes. Beginner to advanced. Call 252-6244 for more information.
Camp Rockmont
Located just outside of Black Mountain, North Carolina, Camp Rockmont is a private Christian summer camp for boys ages 7-16.
Contact Jon Brooks at 686-3885.
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Day Camps
The YWCA of Asheville offers Summer Camp for grades K-5 and Spirit Camp for 12-16 year olds. The camps are held at 185 S. French Broad Ave. The hours will be 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Both programs feature enrichment activities including swimming lessons, art, music, dance, and field trips. Sign up for one week or the entire summer! Call 254-7206 or visit the YWCA web page at www.ywcaofasheville.org for more information.
Summer Playground Program
Activities & field trips through Asheville. Ages 6-14. June 7-July 30. Contact Charles Lee at 350-2063 for more information.
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Adventure Camp
Hiking, mountain biking, caving, rafting, climbing and camping all leading to an overnight trip. Ages 8-12. June 5-9, 19-23, and July 10-14
. Contact Katy Palombi at 251-4029 for more information.
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Climbing Camp
Rock climbing for beginners on indoor wall, with progression to outdoor wall. Ages 13-16. June 28-30. Contact Katy Palombi at 251-4029 for more information.
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Eco-Explorers
Educational environmental studies with arts & crats, stream investigation, climbing & hiking. Ages 6-9. July 20-22. Contact Christen McNamara at251-4029
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Fletcher Summer Day Camp
Themes each week: arts & crafts, games, field trips. Ages 5-11. June 6-July 30. Contact Cristin Corder at 687-0751 or email c.corder@town-of-fletcher-nc.com for more information.
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Swim Lessons at Skyland Recreation Center
Learn to swim. Ten-day sessions. All levels welcome. Ages 4 and older. June 7-July 29. For more information call: 684-5072.
Junior Tennis Camp
Asheville Racquet Club, Hendersonville Road. Ages 6-8. May 31-July 30. For more information call: 274-3361.
Little Sneakers Camp
Asheville Racquet Club, Hendersonville Road. Fundamentals of tennis with focus on fun. One week sessions. Ages 4-6. May 31-July 30. For more information call: 274-3361.
Little Beaver Day Car Summer Camp
Cookouts, field trip, arts & crafts, sports for three week sessions. Ages 3-12. June 7- Aug. 6. For more information call: 252-5112.
Summer Quest
Carolina Day School offers weeklong session with sports, rocks & minerals, cooking, wildlife, art & woodworking. Ages: rising kindergartners through eighth-graders. June 14-July 23. Contact: Katherin Kaderabek at 251-0412 or kkaderabek@cdschool.org
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Mountaineer Adventure Camp
Blue Ridge Parkway and Swannanoa Valley adventures in Black Mountain. Ages 8-12. July 19-23. For more information call: 669-9566.
Wilderness Walk-About
As part of the Blue Ridge Parkway Jr. Ranger program learn low-impact camping, oriteering and what to do if you find yourself lost in the woods. Ages 11-12. July 21-23. Contact: Michele Maertens at 350-3822 ext. 207.
Overnight Camps
N.C. Outward Bound School
Through kayaking, rock climbing, hiking learn leadership and teamwork skills. Ages: 14-17. June 4-Aug 22. For more information call: 877-776-2627 or email challenge@ncobs.org.
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Eagle's Nest Camp
Three week sessions of swimming, riding, backpacking, canoeing, rock climbing & visual and performing arts. Grades: K-12. June 5-Aug. 8. For more information call: 877-4349 or email info@enf.org
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Backpacking Trip from Hendersonville
All levels welcome for hiking part of the Appalachian Trail. Ages: 14 and up. May 30-Aug 1. For more information call: 298-6118 or 698-3686
Camp Pinnacle for Girls
Three week sessions of swimming, riding, backpacking, canoeing, rock climbing & visual and performing arts. June 6-July2. For more information call: 692-2677
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TrailRidge Mountain Camp for Boys
Travel to Washington and bike and raft or bike & canoe in Florida. June 6-25. For more information call: 669-5636 or Broshar@aol.com
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popular summer activities for the whole family:
hiking . biking . paddling . golf
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