FFTC’s 2018 Guide to Twin Cities Summer Camps

6) 6/18-6/21/18: Send your princess to camp at Moore Than Dance
Princess Promenade Summer Camp – Morning | Moore Than Dance, 1220 E. Moore Lake Dr., Fridley, MN | 10:00am-12:00pm | $120 | Princesses know their power comes not from their beauty, but from the virtues and qualities they possess.  Dance, sing, make crafts and learn how you can be a princess too! Ages 4-8

6/18-6/21/18: Princess Promenade Summer Camp -Afternoon | Moore Than Dance, 1220 E. Moore Lake Dr., Fridley, MN | 5:00-7:00pm | $120 | Princesses know their power comes not from their beauty, but from the virtues and qualities they possess.  Dance, sing, make crafts and learn how you can be a princess too! Ages 4-8

 Bruentrup Heritage Farm | Maplewood
Art Camp – Campers discover their artistic side and let imaginations soar. Campers get to work on a variety of fun projects and participate in the joys of making art with friends; experimenting with painting, drawing, cartooning, mixed-media, weaving, and much more!
Camp runs 7/16/18-7/19/18 , 9am-4pm | grades 5-8 | $150/session | register by 7/1/18

Loft Literary Center | Minneapolis
The Loft Young Writers’ Program: We have something for everyone—from the youngster just learning to put pen to paper to the seasoned high school senior with a novel already under her belt. We believe strongly that each youth should have the opportunity to explore, dream, and create, all while exploring their voice and creative talents. The Loft’s Young Writers’ Program is here to meet you on your writing journey and cheer you on to the next stop! We’ve got a pencil and notebook with your name on it, and they’re waiting to take you anywhere your imagination can carry you.

Sessions run in week-long blocks July & Aug, full and half-day options | ages 6-17 | $262-$525/session

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CULTURE & HISTORY CAMPS

American Swedish Institute | Minneapolis
For family fun at the American Swedish Institute, don’t miss our Thursday summer day camps (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.) chose from Pippi Longstocking, Vikings and Nordic Cooking and Culture themes; PLUS a new 4-day Youth Handcraft Camp on June 25-28 (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.) with hands-on creative activities where kids (ages 7-13) will work with wood, fiber, glass, ceramics and metal to create fun and useful objects to take home. For more information visit ASImn.org or 2600 Park Ave., Mpls.
Sessions: 1 day / 9am – 3pm, $50 member / $60 non-member

Gibbs Farm | Falcon Heights

Digging History: In 1995, Gibbs Farm located the original “Soddy” site and participated in an archaeological dig with the University of Minnesota. Whether learning about pioneer life in 1849 through this dig or searching for the Dakota trail that crossed the Gibbs farm, archaeology has played an important role at the Gibbs historic site for years. Campers will learn about archaeology, participate in hands-on digs at the site and much more. Boys and girls will discover how archaeology helps determine how people lived long ago by the objects they used. One of six great day camps!

Digging History Camp runs Tuesday-Thursday, 7/17/18-7/19/18 9 am- 1 pm | ages 11-15 | $99 | Register by 7/13/2018

Gibbs Farm’s other day camps are offered 6/20-8/31 | $99/week | Pioneer Peewees: $19.00 per week.

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FOOD & COOKING CAMPS

Kids Cooking School | Lino Lakes
Kids and teens will have a blast learning cooking fundamentals, participate in challenges, and learn about the science of cooking – all in a nonprofit, hands-on cooking school where young chefs work independently in teams of two at their own mini cooking station with full-size equipment just like they have at home. Each camp includes an apron to keep and access to a private website where we share class materials and bonus videos to use after camp is over. We limit each camp to 14 children so we can interact closely with each child, so camps fill up quickly. If your kid loves to cook – or even if they are a novice and want to learn more – this camp is a great way for children to have a culinary experience that they will remember for a lifetime.
Sessions: 6/11/18-8/31/18 with half/full day options and Friday-only camps | ages 6 & up | $179-$400 |

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SCIENCE & TECH CAMPS

Snapology | Minneapolis
Snapology camps provide a perfect mixture of STEAM learning and fun!  With camps happening at our new Discovery Center in Uptown every week of the summer, as well as at some of our favorite schools and educational partners around the Twin Cities, we’ve got you covered for kiddos as young as 3 and as old as 14 – Robotics, Coding, Science, Technology, Drones, Pre-K, Engineering, Architecture and more!
Sessions: Half day to full day options | ages 4-14 | $150 per 15 hour camp half day

Junior Achievement | Maplewood

Students in grades 4-8 will learn how to run a successful business through a variety of fun, interactive activities. Held at JA BizTown, our unique kid-sized city in Maplewood, MN. June session explores STEM careers; July session will appeal to the young entrepreneur. Learn more here.

STEM Camp Session runs 6/18/18-6/21/18 | grades 4-8 | $190

JA Young Entrepreners Camp Session runs 7/23/18-7/26/18 | grades 5-8 | $190

The Bakken Museum | Minneapolis
Science Day Camps at the Bakken Museum are seasonal week-long programs where students design and build their own inventions, practice creative thinking skills, make magic tricks, and play games. Camps take place in the spring, summer and winter, and are directed by the skilled education staff at the Bakken Museum.
Sessions: June-August | grades 2-9 | $200-$345 | register by 6/15/18 

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THEATER & PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS

Children’s Theatre Company  | Minneapolis

Join Children’s Theatre Company June 11 – August 17 and give your star the opportunity to explore acting, musical theatre, improv, and more! With nearly 100 one-week summer camps for Ages 4-18, you’re sure to find the perfect fit. Extended Care and Scholarships are available.
Sessions: 6/11/18-8/17/18 | ages 4-18 | $140 & up per session | Register soon. Space is limited.

SteppingStone Theater | St Paul

Dream. Discover. Do! Spend your summer at Stepping Stone Theatre. Youth ages 3-18 participate in a variety of programs to spark creativity and confidence while developing theatre skills. Week-long camps, day-long workshops and extended programming to fit your schedule. Have fun this summer! Join us at SteppingStone Theatre. Check out our website for registration information.
Sessions: 6/11/18-8/24/18 | ages 3-18 | $75-$425 per session | register by 6/11/18 and throughout the summer

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MUSIC CAMPS

University of Northwestern | Roseville

Brio Music Camp: Join other children (ages 4–8) for a week of Music and Movement including listening to a variety of music, playing classroom instruments, and drawing to music. Students will be exploring the connection between music and movement, incorporating nature walks, storytelling, concert listening, singing, and much more!(Brio Music Camp is offered through the Academy of Music in partnership with Fusion Arts – fusionartsmn.org) Brio means brillance, vitality, with energy.
Camp runs  June 11-15, 2018. 9:30am-12:00pm or 1pm-3:30p| ages 4-8 | $115 | Register by June 5
Show Choir Camp: Calling all 9–16 year olds who love to sing, dance, and act to join the Show Choir Camp! Musical rehearsals, vocal coaching, and choreography combine to prepare for a final exciting performance on Friday at 4:30 p.m.
Camp runs July 9-13, 2018 10am-4pm| ages 9-16 | $215 | Register by June 26

Piano Camp: The goal of the Piano Institute is to provide a concentrated week of stimulating musical activities within a Christian environment which will motivate and encourage students in their piano studies. The Institute is open to serious piano students ages 10–18 (intermediate to advanced levels). Students will be grouped according to age and ability.
Camp runs June 25-29, 2018| ages 10-18 | $395 & up | Register by  June 15

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HORSE CAMPS

Bunker Park Stable | Andover
Comprehensive horse riding camps; with lots of riding time.  1-day to 5-day camps still available during sessions 6/4/18-8/31/18 | ages 5-18 | $95-$475

Golden Ridge Stables | Lakeville
Horse Mania in Lakeville offers a wonderful “hands and seat on” day camp. Register soon as each session is limited to 8 participants & fills fast! | ages 8-13 | $425

Regent Arabians: Horsemanship Mentoring Day Camp | Rogers
Have fun with horses! | ages 8 – 18 | $160/day, $600/week, $2,400/month

Sunnyside Stables | Rosemount
Each day includes riding — rain or shine. Campers will learn the basics of grooming, saddling, body language, posture, contact and balance to develop independent riding skills. Sessions: 6/11/18-8/23/18 | ages 6-13 | $325/week

ACTIVE & SPORTS CAMPS

Camp Discovery | Multiple Locations
The summer child care program at New Horizon Academy, Camp Discovery, is your child’s passport to a summer of fun, friends, and field trips. Summer at New Horizon Academy provides your child a safe environment to learn, play, and explore during those happy summer days. The summer child care program at New Horizon Academy, Camp Discovery, is your child’s passport to a summer of fun, friends, and field trips. Summer at New Horizon Academy provides your child a safe environment to learn, play, and explore during those happy summer days.

Session runs June-August | ages 5 years old through 4^th grade | Register anytime!

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SPECIALTY CAMPS

Camp Pillsbury | Owatonna

Camp Pillsbury provides the chance to fly on a trapeze, participate in musical theater, sports, learn magic tricks, go horseback riding, tumble, dance, and play instruments – all in the same day! Camp Pillsbury is a fun, safe, unique summer camp that provides over 100 activities to campers ages 6-17. Our staff is made up of experienced professionals that have been hand selected for their particular expertise. Campers choose their activities daily and only participate in what interests them.  Dormitory sleeping quarters provide safe and comfortable accommodations and our professional chef at our onsite dining hall provides healthy, tasty meals.

Sessions: 2, 4, 6, 8 & 10-week sessions | ages 6 – 17 | $799 per week | register by 6/1/18

Audubon Center of the Northwoods | Sandstone
Audubon Center of the North Woods camps have a focus on wildlife, nature, challenge and outdoor skills. Experience the great outdoors and make memories that last a lifetime! All camps are overnight, residential camps with indoor lodging. ACNW provides great accommodations, wonderful scratch-based meal service, and a top-notch staff and activities to provide the best outdoor camp experience around. ACNW has been providing environmental and outdoor education programs since 1971. Our focus is on developing an understanding, ethics and responsibility regarding the environment and the role of humans through formal and informal experiences that link nature and humans.
Sessions: 6/28/18-7/27/18 | entering grades 4-7 | $468-$645 | register by 5/1/18

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Shell Lake Arts Center

Join us at the lake this summer, and visit our website for a schedule of camps and workshop offered for 2018!