Summer Camps for Children in Terre Haute, IN

Being a kid, I remember every summer my mom would be sure to enroll me into some type of summer camp. Whether it was a day camp or weeklong camping, she wanted me to be able to have fun and enjoy my summers. In fact, I met one of my best friends at day camp. Back then, there were several to choose from. Today, much of these still exist.

It is important for a child to experience new things and meet new kids. At his age, he is most likely energetic and wants to play. What better place than at camp? They are specifically tailored to meet those needs.

Near Terre Haute, IN, there are several camps to choose from. Ranging from arts and crafts to sports, you will surely find the right one for your child.

Deming Park

In the summer of 2010, Deming Park will be offering day camps per week. According to the City of Terre Haute Government website, this schedule is available.

Week 1- June 7-11

Week 2- June 14-18

Week 3- June 21-25

Week 4- June 28-July 2

Week 5- July 5-9

Week 6- July 12-16

Week 7- July 19-23

Week 8- July 26-30

Week 9- August 2-6

Week 10- August 9-13

Grand Slam- August 16

The drop-off time is 7:30am and pick-up is at 5:30pm. There are two camps being offered y the park, the Craft Group and a Sports Group. Each group focuses on different things. The Craft Group focuses on arts and crafts, learning how to work well with others, and creative games. The Sports Group focuses on sport fundamentals and teamwork. The Craft Group is for youngsters in the age range of 5-12 and the Sports Group is for youngsters in the 7-12 years age range. The fees are $50.00 per week and $10.00 for the one day of Grand Slam. There is a 10% discount for those that register five or more weeks. Of course there is additional fees for late registration as early registration is required. The fee for late registration is $5.00 per day. There is also a fee for late pick-ups. It is $5.00 per every 15 minutes.

If interested, call the Torner Community Center at 812-232-0147.

Indiana State Police Summer Camps

For something a bit different this summer, you might look toward the 2010 Indiana State Police Summer Camp. These youth camps are offered for children in grades five through twelve. There are more than 1500 children annually that participate in this one-of-a-kind experience. The children learn teamwork skills while developing self-confidence. The police department teach children that discipline is the number one pre-requisite gaining self-respect and self-respect leads to gaining the respect of others. This is the list for 2010 camps.

ISP Career Camp (Grades 9-12 -Co-Ed)- Vincennes University- July 11-16

Trine University- July 11-16

Lions Law Camp Grades (Grades 7-8 -Co-Ed)- Vincennes University- June 16-19

Anderson University- July 7-10

Optimist Respect for Law (Grades 5-6-Co-Ed)- Vincennes University- June 10-12

U. of Southern Indiana- June 17-19
Hanover University- June 24-26

Anderson University- July 8-10

Notre Dame- July 15-17

For more information, please call toll-free, 1-800-671-9851 or visit www.in.gov/isp/Camp Wabashi

Camp Wabashi is an individual location that offers various types of summer camps. It is located on East Harlan in Terre Haute, Indiana.

For more information on the following two camps, contact Peter Reed by email: peterwreed@verizon.net or by phone: 812-894-3462

Eastside Sunshine Day Camp- June the 6th, 2010 to June the 11th, 2010

Summer camp for ages 16-18- June the 13th, 2010 to June the 19th, 2010

Registration ends in six weeks and two days

Summer Camp for ages 11-14- June the 20th, 2010 to June the 26th, 2010

Registration ends in seven weeks and two days

For more information about this event
contact Jim Dickey at bethjim2@verizon.net
or call 618-262-4952

Summer camp for ages 8-10- June the 27th, 2010 to July the 3rd, 2010

Registration ends in eight weeks and two days

For more information about this event
contact Tom Woodason at tomwoodason@joink.com
or call 812-877-6789

Summer camp for ages 13-16- July the 11th, 2010 to July the 17th, 2010

Registration ends in ten weeks and two days

For more information about this event
contact Jerimi Meyers at jerimijo@yahoo.com
or call 812-299-9365

Summer camp for ages 9-12- July the 18th, 2010 to July the 24th, 2010

Registration ends in eleven weeks and two days

For more information about this event
contact Mike Ferris at mikeferris@comcast.net
or call 317-826-1566

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