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Kids Camp!
Explorer and Marana News, April ,
Towns, museums and theaters hosting classes and camps this summer Jake O’Rourke and Jeff Gardner Tucson Local Media
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he saying goes “if you can’t beat them, join them” — but there are many classes available this summer that allow kids to beat the heat while also joining in on team activities. Every year, Tucson Local Media rounds up a sampler of some of the summer camps and classes, and this edition continues that tradition. There are plenty of the classic outdoor recreational opportunities and overnight camps, but there also technology, arts
and culture opportunities depending on your preference. Whether they’re hosted at a community pool, indoors, or outdoors away from peak heat hours, there are plenty of ways to keep kids active and engaged this summer without getting too hot. Some even get kids up in the mountains as a way to beat the heat. Of course, there are far too many opportunities for kids around town this summer, so this is by no means a comprehensive list. This is a look at many of the options hosted by our local governments, museums, churches and more. We know it’s technically summer break,
but you never know, kids might learn a thing or two at these summer camps as well. TOWN OF MARANA Marana is offering several options to keep campers active during the summer months. Sports and swimming camps are designed to keep people moving through the heat of the summer. Here are some of the programs taking place this summer in Marana. Visit maranaaz.gov/recreation for more information and to register. Horse Camps by Tucson Mountain Stables. For those wanting to get in touch with their inner
cowboy or cowgirl, Tucson Mountain Stables has three week-long camps for riders ages 5 to 14 to learn the ins and outs of horsemanship. Campers will learn how to interact with horses, handle them, and correctly ride them. Camps will be held at the Heritage River Park Arena at 12375 N. Heritage Park Drive and run Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Weeks will be separated based on age as follows: Buckaroo: Ages 5 to 7. The Buckaroo session is from June 6 to June 10. Junior: Ages 8 to 14. The Junior session is from June 13 to June 17. Advanced: Ages 8 to 14. The Advanced session is from June 20 to June
24. Cost: $250 for residents, $312.50 for nonresidents. Water Play in the Garden by Nature to You. Nature to You offers families a chance to rise early and enjoy the summer mornings in the Heritage River Park Community Garden, located at 12375 N. Heritage Park Drive. Classes are offered on Fridays in July starting on July 8 and run from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. These classes are designed for people of all ages and abilities. Class sessions include water activities, planting in the garden, investigating soil, seeking out some cool shade, and enjoying snacks right out of the garden. Cost: $40 for
residents, $50 for nonresidents. Sensory Splash. Every Saturday from June 25 to July 30, an adaptive experience will be hosted at the Marana Pool for individuals with special needs. These aquatic meet ups are from 11 a.m. to noon and are a safe and positive environment full of planned activities to create memorable experiences for participants ages 5 to 16. Cost: $20 for residents, $25 for non-Residents. Sports Camp by TGA Sports. The TGA Sports Camp is available in two sessions: Session 1 is from June 13 to June 17, and Session 2 is from June 27 to July 1. Over the course